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...OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Copies of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR ...OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. All Rights Reserved. If however you give us a notification to infringe. ii E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua2 2 5/16/12 1:43:39...
...OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Copies of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR ...OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. All Rights Reserved. If however you give us a notification to infringe. ii E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua2 2 5/16/12 1:43:39...
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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central ... 1.10 Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel ports 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 iii E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:40 PM
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central ... 1.10 Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel ports 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 iii E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:40 PM
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... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 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 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-10 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx... 2-20 2.6 Monitor menu 2-21 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]...... 2-21 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed 2-21 iv E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua4 4 5/16/12 1:43:40 PM
... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 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 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-10 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx... 2-20 2.6 Monitor menu 2-21 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]...... 2-21 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed 2-21 iv E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua4 4 5/16/12 1:43:40 PM
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... you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are also provided. Do not place the product in your area. vi E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 5/16/12 1:43:41 PM Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable...
... you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are also provided. Do not place the product in your area. vi E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 5/16/12 1:43:41 PM Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable...
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...Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to select. Keys enclosed in this manual. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer... updates. 1. Example: means that you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS contact information. 2. Used to complete a task. Example: ++ E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua7 7 vii 5/16/12 1:43:43 PM DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when...
...Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to select. Keys enclosed in this manual. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer... updates. 1. Example: means that you complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS contact information. 2. Used to complete a task. Example: ++ E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua7 7 vii 5/16/12 1:43:43 PM DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when...
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... speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors. ** Hyper DIMM support is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 /...memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is subject to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. resolution up to 2048 x 1536 @75Hz - resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - ...
... speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors. ** Hyper DIMM support is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 /...memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is subject to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. resolution up to 2048 x 1536 @75Hz - resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - ...
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E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua9 9 ix 5/16/12 1:43:44 PM P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Special features Internal connectors Rear panel ports BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program...
E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua9 9 ix 5/16/12 1:43:44 PM P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Special features Internal connectors Rear panel ports BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program...
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... with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the world... The motherboard delivers a host of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard!
... with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the world... The motherboard delivers a host of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard!
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...processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to provide efficient power management for caching function. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua2 2 5/16/12 1:43:51 PM It is enhanced with improved encoding schemes that features data ...(O.C.) / 1800 (O.C.) / 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that provide twice the performance of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is reserved for advanced operating systems. Intel® Smart Response Technology SSD Speed ...
...processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to provide efficient power management for caching function. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua2 2 5/16/12 1:43:51 PM It is enhanced with improved encoding schemes that features data ...(O.C.) / 1800 (O.C.) / 1600 (O.C.) / 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that provide twice the performance of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is reserved for advanced operating systems. Intel® Smart Response Technology SSD Speed ...
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... priority over all -in use software package. This all other network programs, dominating the network bandwidth with ease. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:52 PM ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by configuring profiles through the intutive user...
... priority over all -in use software package. This all other network programs, dominating the network bandwidth with ease. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:52 PM ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by configuring profiles through the intutive user...
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... in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua4 4 5/16/12 1:43:54 PM User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. Its ability to open the...
... in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua4 4 5/16/12 1:43:54 PM User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. Its ability to open the...
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... you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. SB_PWR P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua5 5 1-5 5/16/12 1:43:55 PM This is a reminder that the system is detached from the wall socket before...
... you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. SB_PWR P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua5 5 1-5 5/16/12 1:43:55 PM This is a reminder that the system is detached from the wall socket before...
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... the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-6 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:43:57 PM
... the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-6 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:43:57 PM
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.../loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-8 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua8 8 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:43:59 PM Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is... on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if ...
.../loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-8 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua8 8 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:43:59 PM Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is... on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if ...
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... by lifting the tab only. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. 3. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua9 9 1-9 5/16/12 1:44:00 PM Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation.
... by lifting the tab only. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. 3. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua9 9 1-9 5/16/12 1:44:00 PM Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation.
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... it is toxic and inedible. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-10 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua10 10 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:44:01 PM
... it is toxic and inedible. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-10 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua10 10 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:44:01 PM
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... assembly A such that you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the CPU fan cable is for reference only. Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua11 11 1-11 5/16/12 1:44:03 PM Place the heatsink on the motherboard. The LGA1155 socket is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets...
... assembly A such that you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the CPU fan cable is for reference only. Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua11 11 1-11 5/16/12 1:44:03 PM Place the heatsink on the motherboard. The LGA1155 socket is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets...
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A B A B B A B A 1-12 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua12 12 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:44:05 PM Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan...
A B A B B A B A 1-12 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua12 12 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:44:05 PM Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan...
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... power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua13 13 1-13 5/16/12 1:44:08 PM DDR3 modules are developed for better performance...
... power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua13 13 1-13 5/16/12 1:44:08 PM DDR3 modules are developed for better performance...
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... to Intel® 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2250 MHz and higher memory frequencies runs at DDR3 2200 MHz as default. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua14 14 5/16/12 1:44:09 PM Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® ...when you want to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install memory modules of the following: - P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Any excess memory from a memory module. To operate ...
... to Intel® 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2250 MHz and higher memory frequencies runs at DDR3 2200 MHz as default. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua14 14 5/16/12 1:44:09 PM Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® ...when you want to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install memory modules of the following: - P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Any excess memory from a memory module. To operate ...