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... to help you must press the Enter or Return key. Where to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Used to complete a task. Example: ++ viii DANGER/WARNING: Information to... yourself when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates....
... to help you must press the Enter or Return key. Where to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Used to complete a task. Example: ++ viii DANGER/WARNING: Information to... yourself when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates....
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P8H61-M2 USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS EPU Lite GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS FanXpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x HDMI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 3 x Audio...
P8H61-M2 USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS EPU Lite GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS FanXpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x HDMI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 3 x Audio...
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... 2 USB34 LAN_USB12 AUDIO CHA_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power 5 USB3_12 PCIEX16 ASM RTL 8111E 1042 PCIEX1_1 P8H61-M2 USB3 6 Intel® Super I/O PCIEX1_2 H61 SATA3G_1 SB_PWR 7 SATA3G_2 VIA VT1708S AAFP SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB78 CLRTC CHASSIS SPEAKER SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 F_PANEL 32Mb BIOS 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers...
... 2 USB34 LAN_USB12 AUDIO CHA_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power 5 USB3_12 PCIEX16 ASM RTL 8111E 1042 PCIEX1_1 P8H61-M2 USB3 6 Intel® Super I/O PCIEX1_2 H61 SATA3G_1 SB_PWR 7 SATA3G_2 VIA VT1708S AAFP SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB78 CLRTC CHASSIS SPEAKER SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 F_PANEL 32Mb BIOS 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers...
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... software drivers for this motherboard A B C D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller - - - - Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card... settings for the card. 2. Failure to install expansion cards. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. shared - - - - - - Keep the screw for information on the slot. 5.
... software drivers for this motherboard A B C D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller - - - - Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card... settings for the card. 2. Failure to install expansion cards. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. shared - - - - - - Keep the screw for information on the slot. 5.
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...BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to default values. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 CLRTC P8H61-M2 USB3... 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M2 USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the...
...BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to default values. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 CLRTC P8H61-M2 USB3... 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M2 USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the...
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... capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. HDMI port. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a PS/2 ...is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. 6. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for details. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR 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...
... capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. HDMI port. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a PS/2 ...is for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. 6. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for details. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR 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...
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... • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M2 USB3 SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M2 USB3 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for details. 8. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration...to this connector, then install the module to [AHCI Mode]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical...
... • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M2 USB3 SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M2 USB3 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for details. 8. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration...to this connector, then install the module to [AHCI Mode]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical...
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...XX to complete the installation. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet, then click Next. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet a. Quit all Windows®... and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that...
...XX to complete the installation. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet, then click Next. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet a. Quit all Windows®... and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that...
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... utility. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to avail all its features. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Before you to the USB port. 2. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M2 USB3 File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0203...PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Always update the utility to enable it. b. Updating from file, then click Next. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains...
... utility. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to avail all its features. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Before you to the USB port. 2. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M2 USB3 File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0203...PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Always update the utility to enable it. b. Updating from file, then click Next. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains...
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... not be the latest version. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS 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 or a USB flash drive that allows you to...
... not be the latest version. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS 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 or a USB flash drive that allows you to...
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... drive and select the optical drive as shown. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. 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). This utility also...
... drive and select the optical drive as shown. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. 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). This utility also...
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...key to return to the DOS prompt. Note Saving BIOS: Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5 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-M2 USB3 VER: 0203 DATE: 12/06/2011 Update ROM... BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has enough free space to continue. When...
...key to return to the DOS prompt. Note Saving BIOS: Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5 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-M2 USB3 VER: 0203 DATE: 12/06/2011 Update ROM... BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has enough free space to continue. When...
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... the selected BIOS file and prompts you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Yes No 4. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M2 USB3 VER: 0203 DATE: 12/06/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: H61M2USB.ROM...
... the selected BIOS file and prompts you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Yes No 4. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M2 USB3 VER: 0203 DATE: 12/06/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: H61M2USB.ROM...
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... Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to your data or system. See section 2.9 Exit Menu for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after ...then back on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Do this section are for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to download the latest BIOS file for reference purposes only, and may not ...
... Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to your data or system. See section 2.9 Exit Menu for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after ...then back on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Do this section are for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to download the latest BIOS file for reference purposes only, and may not ...
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EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to decide the boot priority. Refer to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Boot Menu(F8) Default(F5) Selects the boot device ... program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - The default screen for details. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61-M2 USB3 BIOS Version : 0203 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.30GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Build...
EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to decide the boot priority. Refer to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Boot Menu(F8) Default(F5) Selects the boot device ... program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - The default screen for details. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61-M2 USB3 BIOS Version : 0203 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.30GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Build...
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To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1201. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode ... figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Refer to configure the...
To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1201. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode ... figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Refer to configure the...
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...select it and press to select items in the menu and change the value of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to display a list of the selected item. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to... when selected. To display the submenu, select the item and press . You cannot select an item that is a brief description of options. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen is not user-configurable. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The...
...select it and press to select items in the menu and change the value of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to display a list of the selected item. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to... when selected. To display the submenu, select the item and press . You cannot select an item that is a brief description of options. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen is not user-configurable. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The...
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... on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show Installed. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-11 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the basic system information, and allows you...system date, time, language, and security settings. The Main menu provides you an overview of the BIOS Setup program. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version South Bridge Stepping 0203 x64 12/06/2011 7.0.4.1197 B3 Stepping CPU Information...
... on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show Installed. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-11 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the basic system information, and allows you...system date, time, language, and security settings. The Main menu provides you an overview of the BIOS Setup program. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version South Bridge Stepping 0203 x64 12/06/2011 7.0.4.1197 B3 Stepping CPU Information...
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... Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. The User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the user password, follow... Current Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in the BIOS setup program. After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. Select the User ...
... Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. The User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the user password, follow... Current Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in the BIOS setup program. After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. Select the User ...
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... Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the maximum frequency for this happens, revert to 3000MHz. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you installed on the motherboard. ...DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to adjust the value. You can cause the system to Intel spec, ASUS H61 Series motherboard supports 1066/1333MHz DRAM (only). →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt....
... Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the maximum frequency for this happens, revert to 3000MHz. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you installed on the motherboard. ...DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to adjust the value. You can cause the system to Intel spec, ASUS H61 Series motherboard supports 1066/1333MHz DRAM (only). →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt....