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... purposes, without the express written permission of Certain Software This product may contain copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL") and under various Free Open Source Software licenses. The source code will be much obliged if you encounter any problems in writing by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; or (2) the serial number of this information...
... purposes, without the express written permission of Certain Software This product may contain copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL") and under various Free Open Source Software licenses. The source code will be much obliged if you encounter any problems in writing by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; or (2) the serial number of this information...
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... Support DVD information 1-32 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language 2-11 2.3.2 System Date 2-11 2.3.3 System Time 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2-13 2.4.2 Memory Frequency 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode 2-14 2.4.4 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 CPU Offset Mode...
... Support DVD information 1-32 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language 2-11 2.3.2 System Date 2-11 2.3.3 System Time 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2-13 2.4.2 Memory Frequency 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode 2-14 2.4.4 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 CPU Offset Mode...
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... Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.4 in (30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H61 EVO specifications summary Internal connectors / switches BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CPU fan...
... Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.4 in (30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H61 EVO specifications summary Internal connectors / switches BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CPU fan...
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... motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for advanced operating systems. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automatically detects and identifies what types of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. 8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high...
... motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for advanced operating systems. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automatically detects and identifies what types of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. 8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high...
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... design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. 1.3.2 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all the exclusive ASUS features into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. Get your system boot success. This all...
... design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. 1.3.2 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all the exclusive ASUS features into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. Get your system boot success. This all...
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... the same vendor. • Due to install 4GB or more memory on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. P8H61 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB...
... the same vendor. • Due to install 4GB or more memory on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. P8H61 EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB...
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... PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. ASUS P8H61 EVO 1-19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Replace...
... PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. ASUS P8H61 EVO 1-19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Replace...
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... the LAN port LED indicators. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 4. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. This port connects a headphone or a speaker. Side Speaker Out port (gray). ASUS P8H61 EVO 1-21 This port allows Gigabit connection to the table on the next page for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Rear Speaker Out port (black). Line In port (light blue). This port is...
... the LAN port LED indicators. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 4. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. This port connects a headphone or a speaker. Side Speaker Out port (gray). ASUS P8H61 EVO 1-21 This port allows Gigabit connection to the table on the next page for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Rear Speaker Out port (black). Line In port (light blue). This port is...
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...) port. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to this connector. COM1 PIN 1 P8H61 EVO P8H61 EVO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P8H61 EVO 1-23 Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is purchased separately. If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to a slot opening at the back of the front panel audio I /O module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. 2. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable...
...) port. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to this connector. COM1 PIN 1 P8H61 EVO P8H61 EVO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P8H61 EVO 1-23 Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is purchased separately. If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to a slot opening at the back of the front panel audio I /O module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. 2. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable...
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Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 9. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_FAN2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. P8H61 EVO SPDIF_OUT P8H61 EVO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Insufficient air flow inside...
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 9. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_FAN2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, making sure that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. P8H61 EVO SPDIF_OUT P8H61 EVO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Insufficient air flow inside...
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... is not properly installed. switch to boot after turning on a bare or open-case system. ASUS P8H61 EVO 1-29 switch • Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for the system to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to test one set is tested. P8H61 EVO P8H61 EVO MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the...
... is not properly installed. switch to boot after turning on a bare or open-case system. ASUS P8H61 EVO 1-29 switch • Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for the system to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to test one set is tested. P8H61 EVO P8H61 EVO MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the...
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...; Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The following screen is for reference only. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.13.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates...
...; Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The following screen is for reference only. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.13.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates...
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... utility is a utility that allows 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 you wish to download then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you need to avoid network traffic, then click Next. The Drivers menu appears. 2. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. The ASUS Update main screen...
... utility is a utility that allows 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 you wish to download then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you need to avoid network traffic, then click Next. The Drivers menu appears. 2. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. The ASUS Update main screen...
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.../2011 P8H61EVO.ROM File Info MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE: [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61 EVO The ASUS Update utility is capable of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to the USB port. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through...
.../2011 P8H61EVO.ROM File Info MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE: [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61 EVO The ASUS Update utility is capable of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to the USB port. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through...
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... the BIOS file. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to recover BIOS setting. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8H61EVO.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. 3. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to the USB port. 3.
... the BIOS file. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to recover BIOS setting. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8H61EVO.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. 3. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to the USB port. 3.
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The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to update BIOS in...
The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to update BIOS in...
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..., the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you to select the BIOS file and press . The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. When BIOS update is done, press to update BIOS? ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61 EVO VER: 0304...
..., the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you to select the BIOS file and press . The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. When BIOS update is done, press to update BIOS? ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61 EVO VER: 0304...
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... Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD ASM1061 Storage Controller AHCI Mode ASM1061 Storage OPROM Enabled Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Realtek PXE OPROM Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Enabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Disabled Enabled Disabled > Serial Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change...
... Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD ASM1061 Storage Controller AHCI Mode ASM1061 Storage OPROM Enabled Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Realtek PXE OPROM Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Enabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Disabled Enabled Disabled > Serial Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change...
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...Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run faster than marked frequency in order to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. This item should be enabled in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-18 ASUS P8H61 EVO Turbo Mode [Enabled...
...Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run faster than marked frequency in order to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. This item should be enabled in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-18 ASUS P8H61 EVO Turbo Mode [Enabled...
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.... Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is installed to [Compatible] when using Windows 98/NT/2000/MS-DOS. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is a monitor system. S.M.A.R.T. Serial-ATA Controller 1 [Enhanced] This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode item to [IDE Mode]. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [Enhanced] Set to [Enhanced] to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as the primary boot device. Initiate Graphic...
.... Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is installed to [Compatible] when using Windows 98/NT/2000/MS-DOS. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is a monitor system. S.M.A.R.T. Serial-ATA Controller 1 [Enhanced] This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode item to [IDE Mode]. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [Enhanced] Set to [Enhanced] to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as the primary boot device. Initiate Graphic...