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... motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. vii Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may...
... motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. vii Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may...
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H61M-K specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ jumpers ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS AI Charger ASUS Crash Free BIOS3 ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Network iControl* ASUS Webstorage • The Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS...
H61M-K specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ jumpers ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS AI Charger ASUS Crash Free BIOS3 ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Network iControl* ASUS Webstorage • The Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS...
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xi H61M-K specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.7, SLP 3.0, EUP-ready, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI v2.0, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 8.9 in x 6.9 in (22.6 cm x 17.5 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xi H61M-K specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.7, SLP 3.0, EUP-ready, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI v2.0, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 8.9 in x 6.9 in (22.6 cm x 17.5 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA USBPW1-4 LGA1155 USB34 LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN H61M-K PCIEX16 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 BATTERY ALC PCIEX1_2 887 AAFP SB_PWR USBPW5-8 USB56 USB78 Intel® H61 CLRTC SPEAKER 64Mb BIOS ASUS H61M-K motherboard User Guide SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 EATXPWR 2 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support...
... module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA USBPW1-4 LGA1155 USB34 LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN H61M-K PCIEX16 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 BATTERY ALC PCIEX1_2 887 AAFP SB_PWR USBPW5-8 USB56 USB78 Intel® H61 CLRTC SPEAKER 64Mb BIOS ASUS H61M-K motherboard User Guide SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 EATXPWR 2 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support...
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...set the USB device wake-up jumpers to +5VSB. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for a more convenient online experience. * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/...to receive updates for advanced operating systems. 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more flexibility, convenience,...
...set the USB device wake-up jumpers to +5VSB. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for a more convenient online experience. * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/...to receive updates for advanced operating systems. 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls, providing you with more flexibility, convenience,...
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... of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to personalize your PC's loading. ASUS H61M-K 1-3 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. It allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously.... AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to supervise fan...
... of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to personalize your PC's loading. ASUS H61M-K 1-3 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. It allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously.... AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to supervise fan...
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1.3.3 Motherboard layout 12 34 3 5 17.5cm(6.9in) KBMS RT 8876 ATX12V CPU_FAN DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA USBPW1-4 LGA1155 22.6cm(8.9in) USB34 EATXPWR LAN_USB12 2 RTL 8111F CHA_FAN AUDIO H61M-K PCIEX16 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 Super PCIEX1_1 I/O BATTERY Intel® 6 H61 ALC PCIEX1_2 887 SB_PWR USBPW5-8 USB56 USB78 CLRTC 64Mb BIOS 7 AAFP SPEAKER 12 11 1 10 9 8 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.3.3 Motherboard layout 12 34 3 5 17.5cm(6.9in) KBMS RT 8876 ATX12V CPU_FAN DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA USBPW1-4 LGA1155 22.6cm(8.9in) USB34 EATXPWR LAN_USB12 2 RTL 8111F CHA_FAN AUDIO H61M-K PCIEX16 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 Super PCIEX1_1 I/O BATTERY Intel® 6 H61 ALC PCIEX1_2 887 SB_PWR USBPW5-8 USB56 USB78 CLRTC 64Mb BIOS 7 AAFP SPEAKER 12 11 1 10 9 8 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS H61M-K 1-21 Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion...
... and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS H61M-K 1-21 Align the card connector with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion...
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...allows you to default values. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC... such as system passwords. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. ASUS H61M-K 1-23 H61M-K CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H61M-K Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut ...
...allows you to default values. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC... such as system passwords. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. ASUS H61M-K 1-23 H61M-K CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H61M-K Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut ...
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...PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H61M-K HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H61M-K Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 ...BIOS setup to this connector is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to [HD]. By default, this connector. ASUS H61M...
...PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H61M-K HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H61M-K Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 ...BIOS setup to this connector is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to [HD]. By default, this connector. ASUS H61M...
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... up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7, set the SATA Mode Selection item in BIOS, click Advanced Mode > Advanced tab > SATA Configuration > SATA Mode Selection. Set to +5VSB to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply...CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • When using the connected USB devices. ASUS H61M-K 1-27 3. USBPW5~8) Set this jumper to +5V to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ...
... up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7, set the SATA Mode Selection item in BIOS, click Advanced Mode > Advanced tab > SATA Configuration > SATA Mode Selection. Set to +5VSB to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply...CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced power mode). See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • When using the connected USB devices. ASUS H61M-K 1-27 3. USBPW5~8) Set this jumper to +5V to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ...
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... future. Quit all Windows® applications before you need to a USB flash disk in case you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard...an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. The Specials menu appears. 2. BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the following methods: ASUS H61M-K 2-1 Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3.
... future. Quit all Windows® applications before you need to a USB flash disk in case you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard...an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. The Specials menu appears. 2. BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the following methods: ASUS H61M-K 2-1 Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3.
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...keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Updating from a BIOS file a. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to the USB port. 2. The ASUS Update utility is done. • This function supports USB ...8226; DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to avoid network traffic, then click Next. Updating from the Internet a. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to prevent system boot failure! ...
...keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Updating from a BIOS file a. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to the USB port. 2. The ASUS Update utility is done. • This function supports USB ...8226; DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to avoid network traffic, then click Next. Updating from the Internet a. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to prevent system boot failure! ...
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... may not be the latest version. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! You can cause system boot failure! Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. ASUS H61M-K 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you...
... may not be the latest version. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! You can cause system boot failure! Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. ASUS H61M-K 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you...
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... Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started Do...not save them on the USB flash drive. Boot your computer. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only....
... Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started Do...not save them on the USB flash drive. Boot your computer. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only....
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Restart your computer. ASUS H61M-K 2-5 Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . Select Yes and press . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to the...
Restart your computer. ASUS H61M-K 2-5 Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . Select Yes and press . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to the...
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... you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Do this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. You can change modes from the Exit ...options. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to ensure system compatibility and stability. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for information on .
... you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Do this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. You can change modes from the Exit ...options. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to ensure system compatibility and stability. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for information on .
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... then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for details. ASUS H61M-K 2-7 Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets ... only when the boot device is installed to the system. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for the advanced BIOS settings. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Selects the boot device priority • ...
... then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for details. ASUS H61M-K 2-7 Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets ... only when the boot device is installed to the system. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for the advanced BIOS settings. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Selects the boot device priority • ...
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... window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started... system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings.
... window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started... system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings.
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... menu bar displays the specific items for the BIOS setup program. To display the submenu, select the item and press . A configurable field is a brief description of a field, select it and press to the previous menu screen. Menu items The highlighted item on the screen. ASUS H61M-K 2-9 Use the navigation keys to display a pop...
... menu bar displays the specific items for the BIOS setup program. To display the submenu, select the item and press . A configurable field is a brief description of a field, select it and press to the previous menu screen. Menu items The highlighted item on the screen. ASUS H61M-K 2-9 Use the navigation keys to display a pop...