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... information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi H81M-K specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers...1-11 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-20 1.9 Software support 1-21 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 Main menu...2-9 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-9 2.5 Advanced...
... information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi H81M-K specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers...1-11 1.7 Connectors 1-13 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-20 1.9 Software support 1-21 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 Main menu...2-9 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-9 2.5 Advanced...
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...not damaged. Do not place the product in your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to or from the system, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using ...outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you are not sure about the voltage of the BIOS parameters are connected. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or...
...not damaged. Do not place the product in your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to or from the system, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using ...outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you are not sure about the voltage of the BIOS parameters are connected. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or...
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...® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS H81M-K motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide If any of... Express x16 slot (at the maximum transfer rate of the Intel® H81 chipset, Intel® Rapid Start Technology can be configured only from the BIOS Setup program. ** These functions will run at x16 mode, yellow) 2 x PCI Express x1 slots Intel® H81 Express Chipset: - 2 x ...
...® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS H81M-K motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide If any of... Express x16 slot (at the maximum transfer rate of the Intel® H81 chipset, Intel® Rapid Start Technology can be configured only from the BIOS Setup program. ** These functions will run at x16 mode, yellow) 2 x PCI Express x1 slots Intel® H81 Express Chipset: - 2 x ...
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...ASUS USB 3.0 Boost ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS Anti-surge Protection - H81M-K specifications summary LAN Realtek® RTL8111G Gigabit LAN Controller Audio USB ASUS unique features Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - ASUS EPU - ASUS ESD ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS... 12V power connector 1 x Speaker connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x CLRTC jumper (continued on the next page) vii ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring a friendly graphical user interface -
...ASUS USB 3.0 Boost ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS Anti-surge Protection - H81M-K specifications summary LAN Realtek® RTL8111G Gigabit LAN Controller Audio USB ASUS unique features Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - ASUS EPU - ASUS ESD ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS... 12V power connector 1 x Speaker connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x CLRTC jumper (continued on the next page) vii ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring a friendly graphical user interface -
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viii H81M-K specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI...
viii H81M-K specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI...
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1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 4 17.5cm(6.9in) 35 KBMS ASP ATX12V 1225 CPU_FAN DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 22.6cm(8.9in) VGA LGA1150 2 USB3_12 PS2_USBPW1-4 LAN_USB34 CHA_FAN AUDIO BATTERY H81M-K RTL 8111G PCIEX16 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 Intel® 64Mb BIOS 6 SPEAKER SB_PWR ALC 887- VD2 PCIEX1_2 USBPW5-10 H81 7 F_PANEL CLRTC SPDIF_OUT USB56 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 AAFP USB78 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 ASUS H81M-K 1-3
1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 4 17.5cm(6.9in) 35 KBMS ASP ATX12V 1225 CPU_FAN DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 22.6cm(8.9in) VGA LGA1150 2 USB3_12 PS2_USBPW1-4 LAN_USB34 CHA_FAN AUDIO BATTERY H81M-K RTL 8111G PCIEX16 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 Intel® 64Mb BIOS 6 SPEAKER SB_PWR ALC 887- VD2 PCIEX1_2 USBPW5-10 H81 7 F_PANEL CLRTC SPDIF_OUT USB56 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 AAFP USB78 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 ASUS H81M-K 1-3
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...need IRQ assignments. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications. Keep the screw for later use . Turn on BIOS setup. 2. E - Secure the card to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. When using PCI cards on the slot... an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. D shared - ...
...need IRQ assignments. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications. Keep the screw for later use . Turn on BIOS setup. 2. E - Secure the card to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. When using PCI cards on the slot... an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. D shared - ...
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...by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. 1.6 Jumpers 1. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing...cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS H81M-K 1-11 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to reenter data. For system failure due to default values. Shut down the key during...
...by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. 1.6 Jumpers 1. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing...cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS H81M-K 1-11 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to reenter data. For system failure due to default values. Shut down the key during...
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... wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal conditions or in the BIOS. H81M-K USBP5-10 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-K USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB...
... wake-up . • The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal conditions or in the BIOS. H81M-K USBP5-10 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-K USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the +5VSB...
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... module to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. 2. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1...item to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND H81M-K SPDIF_OUT H81M-K Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS H81M-K 1-15 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately....
... module to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. 2. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1...item to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND H81M-K SPDIF_OUT H81M-K Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS H81M-K 1-15 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately....
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... RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-K SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. H81M-K SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND... RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-K SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ...
... RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-K SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. H81M-K SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND... RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-K SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ...
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... the future. Click to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. ASUS H81M-K 2-1 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. Copy...
... the future. Click to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. ASUS H81M-K 2-1 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST. Copy...
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... switch to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Reboot the system when the update process...
... switch to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Reboot the system when the update process...
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... screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. ASUS H81M-K 2-3 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to recover BIOS setting. Before updating BIOS 1. The system requires you press to H81MK.CAP. • The...
... screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. ASUS H81M-K 2-3 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to recover BIOS setting. Before updating BIOS 1. The system requires you press to H81MK.CAP. • The...
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Boot your computer. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. The BIOS Updater screen appears as the boot device. 3. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to Drive D (USB flash drive). Booting the system in DOS environment 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 BOARD: H81M-K VER: 0209 DATE: 06/03/2013 H81MK.CAP...
Boot your computer. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. The BIOS Updater screen appears as the boot device. 3. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to Drive D (USB flash drive). Booting the system in DOS environment 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 BOARD: H81M-K VER: 0209 DATE: 06/03/2013 H81MK.CAP...
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...continues with its parameters. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS H81M-K 2-5 Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to confirm BIOS update. 4. If you to select the BIOS file and press . Select Yes and press . DO NOT shut down or reset...brief online help to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to guide you failed to exit BIOS Updater. Do this option only ...
...continues with its parameters. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS H81M-K 2-5 Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to confirm BIOS update. 4. If you to select the BIOS file and press . Select Yes and press . DO NOT shut down or reset...brief online help to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to guide you failed to exit BIOS Updater. Do this option only ...
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...the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for entering the BIOS setup program can be ...used under the Exit menu. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed. See section 1.6 Jumpers for details. 2-6 ...
...the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for entering the BIOS setup program can be ...used under the Exit menu. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed. See section 1.6 Jumpers for details. 2-6 ...
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..., 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 the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Selects the boot device ASUS Optimal mode Loads optimized default Selects the priority Displays the system properties Advanced... the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS H81M-K 2-7
..., 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 the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Selects the boot device ASUS Optimal mode Loads optimized default Selects the priority Displays the system properties Advanced... the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS H81M-K 2-7
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Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Last modified settings Quick note My Favorites ... the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar General help Submenu item Pop-up window Menu bar Configuration Scroll bar Navigation keys fields The menu...
Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Last modified settings Quick note My Favorites ... the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar General help Submenu item Pop-up window Menu bar Configuration Scroll bar Navigation keys fields The menu...
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ASUS H81M-K 2-9 The Main menu provides you an overview of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field ... The Main menu screen appears when you installed on the motherboard. The configuration options for information on top of the BIOS Setup program. See section 1.6 Jumpers for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you enter the Advanced... Mode of the screen show Installed. 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or ...
ASUS H81M-K 2-9 The Main menu provides you an overview of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field ... The Main menu screen appears when you installed on the motherboard. The configuration options for information on top of the BIOS Setup program. See section 1.6 Jumpers for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you enter the Advanced... Mode of the screen show Installed. 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or ...