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...with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support 2-channel (2 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of the ... your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7/...
...with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support 2-channel (2 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of the ... your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7/...
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This easy OC tool allows you to patch memory issues. User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-3 You can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system, while the exclusive ... the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Innovative ASUS features ASUS EFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS brand new EFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more flexible and convenient mouse controls. determines failsafe ...
This easy OC tool allows you to patch memory issues. User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-3 You can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system, while the exclusive ... the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Innovative ASUS features ASUS EFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS brand new EFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more flexible and convenient mouse controls. determines failsafe ...
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... you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-5
... you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-5
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... from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-9 Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is completely lifted. Load plate 4. Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation...
... from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-9 Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is completely lifted. Load plate 4. Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation...
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... CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. The illustration above is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-11 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and...
... CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. The illustration above is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-11 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and...
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... power consumption. Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PRO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-13 4.
... power consumption. Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PRO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-13 4.
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DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-17 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - ... memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO.
DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-17 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - ... memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO.
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... expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-19 Failure to do not need to the card. 3. Secure the card to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Otherwise, conflicts will...
... expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . Assign an IRQ to install expansion cards. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-19 Failure to do not need to the card. 3. Secure the card to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Otherwise, conflicts will...
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.... 7. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. Microphone port (pink). ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-21 This port connects a microphone. 10. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 6. Line In port (light blue). Refer to...
.... 7. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 4. Microphone port (pink). ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-21 This port connects a microphone. 10. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. 6. Line In port (light blue). Refer to...
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... SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC 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 PRO HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M PRO Front panel audio connector If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, ensure that... connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately! 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-23
... SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC 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 PRO HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M PRO Front panel audio connector If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, ensure that... connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately! 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-23
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... that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. COM1 PIN 1 P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-25 CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M PRO CHA_FAN1 GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN... IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M PRO fan connectors • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the ...
... that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. COM1 PIN 1 P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-25 CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M PRO CHA_FAN1 GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN... IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M PRO fan connectors • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the ...
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...module is purchased separately. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-27 Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) These connectors are for an additional... Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M PRO SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 10. These USB connectors comply with the USB 2.0 specification that supports...
...module is purchased separately. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-27 Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) These connectors are for an additional... Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M PRO SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 10. These USB connectors comply with the USB 2.0 specification that supports...
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...The MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. function. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-29 Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system ...recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow...
...The MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. function. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-29 Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system ...recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow...
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2. GPU Boost LED The GPU Boost LED lights when the GPU Boost switch is solved. DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. O2LED2 P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO GPU Boost LED ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-31 If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is turned to locate the root problem within a second. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to Enable. DRAM LED P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO DRAM LED 3.
2. GPU Boost LED The GPU Boost LED lights when the GPU Boost switch is solved. DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. O2LED2 P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO GPU Boost LED ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-31 If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is turned to locate the root problem within a second. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to Enable. DRAM LED P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO DRAM LED 3.
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... contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to the USB port. 2. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M PRO File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0216 Folder Info 12/25/10 10:23p ... Info VER: 0216 DATE: 01/18/11 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M PRO Before you to avail all its features. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. To update the BIOS using this utility, download ...
... contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to the USB port. 2. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M PRO File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0216 Folder Info 12/25/10 10:23p ... Info VER: 0216 DATE: 01/18/11 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M PRO Before you to avail all its features. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. To update the BIOS using this utility, download ...
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... appears, press to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! Welcome to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The actual utility screen displays may ...not be same as the boot device. Before updating BIOS 1. 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 Drive D (USB flash drive). C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M PRO
... appears, press to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! Welcome to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The actual utility screen displays may ...not be same as the boot device. Before updating BIOS 1. 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 Drive D (USB flash drive). C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M PRO
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... Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M PRO DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or..., press to select the BIOS file and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Are you to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M PRO VER: 0216 DATE: 01/18/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: PH61MPRO.ROM 4194304 2011-01-18 17:30:48 ...
... Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M PRO DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or..., press to select the BIOS file and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Are you to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M PRO VER: 0216 DATE: 01/18/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: PH61MPRO.ROM 4194304 2011-01-18 17:30:48 ...
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EZ Mode Monday [12/27/2010] P8H61-M PRO BIOS Version : 0216 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core (TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 800MHz) Build Date : 01/18/2011 Speed : 3300 ... Advanced Mode. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M PRO The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the...
EZ Mode Monday [12/27/2010] P8H61-M PRO BIOS Version : 0216 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core (TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 800MHz) Build Date : 01/18/2011 Speed : 3300 ... Advanced Mode. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M PRO The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the...
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... item. You cannot select an item that the item has a submenu. Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display a list of options. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M PRO Configuration fields These fields show the values for that do not fit on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button...
... item. You cannot select an item that the item has a submenu. Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display a list of options. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M PRO Configuration fields These fields show the values for that do not fit on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button...
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... you have set a user password: 1. To set a password, this item shows Installed. The User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M PRO From the Create New Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. From the Create New Password box, key in changing a user password, but...
... you have set a user password: 1. To set a password, this item shows Installed. The User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M PRO From the Create New Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. From the Create New Password box, key in changing a user password, but...