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... About this guide viii P8H61-M LX2 specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1-4 1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-7 1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-8 ... Jumpers 1-15 1.7 Connectors 1-16 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-16 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-17 1.8 Software support 1-22 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-22...
... About this guide viii P8H61-M LX2 specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1-4 1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-7 1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-8 ... Jumpers 1-15 1.7 Connectors 1-16 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-16 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-17 1.8 Software support 1-22 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-22...
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... * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to 1920x1200 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. 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 2048x1536 @75Hz 1 x PCI Express...
... * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to 1920x1200 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. 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 2048x1536 @75Hz 1 x PCI Express...
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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 jacks 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU...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...
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 jacks 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU...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...
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...contacts resulting from the retention tab. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 To prevent damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8H61-M LX2 P8H61-M LX2 CPU socket LGA1155 2. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing...socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation processors. • Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is on the socket...
...contacts resulting from the retention tab. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 To prevent damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8H61-M LX2 P8H61-M LX2 CPU socket LGA1155 2. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing...socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation processors. • Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is on the socket...
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... socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Under the default state, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU...
... socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Under the default state, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU...
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The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the system chassis. These are for USB 2.0 ports. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that the black wire of... connectors! The USB module cable is purchased separately. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX2 CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8H61-M LX2 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the USB connectors. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) ...
The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the system chassis. These are for USB 2.0 ports. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that the black wire of... connectors! The USB module cable is purchased separately. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX2 CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8H61-M LX2 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the USB connectors. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) ...
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...support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Use and keys or the numeric keypad to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 ...Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep...
...support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Use and keys or the numeric keypad to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 ...Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep...
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...Enables the C1E support function. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-17 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.2 System Agent Configuration Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C6 Report [...iGPU] [PEG/PCI] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to enable or disable the internal graphics device's multi-monitor support for internal graphics device will keep 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows...
...Enables the C1E support function. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-17 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.2 System Agent Configuration Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C6 Report [...iGPU] [PEG/PCI] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to enable or disable the internal graphics device's multi-monitor support for internal graphics device will keep 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.5.3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows...
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... F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-21 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature �[x�x�x��º�C�/x�x�x��º�F�] The onboard hardware... Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. EFI BIOS Utility - Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. If the fan is not connected to display the following items: Anti Surge Support Enabled Version 2.00.1201. 2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system...
... F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-21 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature �[x�x�x��º�C�/x�x�x��º�F�] The onboard hardware... Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. EFI BIOS Utility - Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. If the fan is not connected to display the following items: Anti Surge Support Enabled Version 2.00.1201. 2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system...
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...Cycle(%) [60] Use the and keys to 90ºC. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual]. When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan...at the maximum duty cycle. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Configuration ...
...Cycle(%) [60] Use the and keys to 90ºC. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual]. When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan...at the maximum duty cycle. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Configuration ...