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...information you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Typography Bold text ...1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Example: means that you must...
...information you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Typography Bold text ...1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Example: means that you must...
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P8H61-M LX2 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST) * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL ...10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ (continued on the next page) ix resolution up to 1920x1200 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with HD ...
P8H61-M LX2 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST) * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL ...10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ (continued on the next page) ix resolution up to 1920x1200 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with HD ...
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P8H61-M LX2 specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio ..., DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS WOL, PXE, PME Wake Up, WOR by Ring 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.8 cm) * Specifications...
P8H61-M LX2 specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio ..., DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS WOL, PXE, PME Wake Up, WOR by Ring 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.8 cm) * Specifications...
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... so may need IRQ assignments. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Secure the card to use...ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical ...
... so may need IRQ assignments. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Secure the card to use...ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical ...
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... never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. P8H61-M LX2 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LX2 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15... Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to...
... never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. P8H61-M LX2 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LX2 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15... Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to...
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...4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. This 15-pin port is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. DVI-D can't be converted to output RGB Signal to [HD]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector ...NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M LX2 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M LX2 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector ...
...4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. This 15-pin port is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. DVI-D can't be converted to output RGB Signal to [HD]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector ...NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M LX2 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M LX2 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector ...
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...1-20 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode]. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M LX2 SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M LX2 Digital ... P8H61-M LX2 SATA connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical ...
...1-20 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode]. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M LX2 SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M LX2 Digital ... P8H61-M LX2 SATA connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical ...
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... from the Internet a. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to launch the AI Suite II utility. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI...support DVD in case you wish to download then click Next. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you update the BIOS using this utility. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. b. Updating the...
... from the Internet a. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to launch the AI Suite II utility. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI...support DVD in case you wish to download then click Next. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you update the BIOS using this utility. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. b. Updating the...
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... or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 b. Locate the BIOS file from file, then click Next. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the...
... or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 b. Locate the BIOS file from file, then click Next. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the...
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... down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Press to switch to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD...
... down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Press to switch to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD...
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... support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Boot your computer. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Do not save them on the USB flash drive. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the...
... support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Boot your computer. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Do not save them on the USB flash drive. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the...
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... to the DOS prompt. Note Saving BIOS: Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5 When BIOS backup is done, press any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M LX2 VER: 0206 DATE: 01/13/2011... Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has at least 4MB free space to continue. ...
... to the DOS prompt. Note Saving BIOS: Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5 When BIOS backup is done, press any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M LX2 VER: 0206 DATE: 01/13/2011... Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has at least 4MB free space to continue. ...
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... sure to confirm BIOS update. Are you to update BIOS? Refer to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 When BIOS update is done, press 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. D:\>bupdater /pc...
... sure to confirm BIOS update. Are you to update BIOS? Refer to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 When BIOS update is done, press 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. D:\>bupdater /pc...
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..., or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The BIOS setup screens shown in using the first two options. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any... BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to guide ...
..., or the ++ keys to force reset from the operating system. • The BIOS setup screens shown in using the first two options. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for details. • If the system fails to boot after changing any... BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to guide ...
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EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61-M LX2 BIOS Version : 0206 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Total Memory ..., and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. EZ Mode By... The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Refer to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Clicks to decide the boot priority. To access the Advanced...
EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61-M LX2 BIOS Version : 0206 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Total Memory ..., and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. EZ Mode By... The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Refer to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Clicks to decide the boot priority. To access the Advanced...
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... Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter...F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Submenu item Version 2.00.1201. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Refer to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For ...
... Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter...F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Submenu item Version 2.00.1201. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Refer to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For ...
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... show the values for the BIOS setup program. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of options. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 To change the value...
... show the values for the BIOS setup program. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of options. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 To change the value...
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...[Mon 09/13/2010] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot Tool Choose the system default language 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to clear the BIOS password. Configuration options: [English] 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows...of the basic system information, and allows you to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. See section 1.6 ...
...[Mon 09/13/2010] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot Tool Choose the system default language 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to clear the BIOS password. Configuration options: [English] 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows...of the basic system information, and allows you to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. See section 1.6 ...
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...the current password, then press . 3. Otherwise, you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 After you set a password, this item shows Installed. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. The ... password when prompted. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. After you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Select the User Password item and press ....
...the current password, then press . 3. Otherwise, you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 After you set a password, this item shows Installed. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. The ... password when prompted. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. After you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Select the User Password item and press ....
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... Opt. Configuration options: [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to the default setting. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Target... Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - The configuration options for this happens, revert to become unstable!
... Opt. Configuration options: [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to the default setting. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Target... Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - The configuration options for this happens, revert to become unstable!