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...memory to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61 PLUS and P8H61/USB3 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition...and stability. the latest connectivity standard. PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 ASUS P8H61 Series
...memory to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61 PLUS and P8H61/USB3 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition...and stability. the latest connectivity standard. PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 ASUS P8H61 Series
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...Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 This easy OC tool allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate system settings...traditional keyboard BIOS input to enable more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by power surges from damage caused by different...
...Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 This easy OC tool allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate system settings...traditional keyboard BIOS input to enable more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by power surges from damage caused by different...
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...LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port 4. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a ...allows Gigabit connection to the audio configuration table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1-22 ASUS P8H61 Series Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front...
...LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection Activity Link Speed LED LED LAN port 4. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a ...allows Gigabit connection to the audio configuration table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1-22 ASUS P8H61 Series Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front...
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...) These connectors are for details. 7. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB module cable is purchased separately. 1-26 ASUS P8H61 Series These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives...
...) These connectors are for details. 7. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB module cable is purchased separately. 1-26 ASUS P8H61 Series These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives...
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...on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. The default screen for details. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61/USB3 BIOS Version : 0301 Build Date :... 02/23/2011 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed : 3100 MHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode English Temperature Voltage...
...on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. The default screen for details. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61/USB3 BIOS Version : 0301 Build Date :... 02/23/2011 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed : 3100 MHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode English Temperature Voltage...
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... ME Version South Bridge Stepping 0301 x64 02/23/2011 7.0.4.1197 B3 Stepping CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1333 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 09/13/2010] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security...
... ME Version South Bridge Stepping 0301 x64 02/23/2011 7.0.4.1197 B3 Stepping CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1333 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 09/13/2010] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security...
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... items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to display the following items: Load-Line Calibration CPU Spread Spectrum ...Auto Auto Version 2.00.1201. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving MODE Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU...
... items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to display the following items: Load-Line Calibration CPU Spread Spectrum ...Auto Auto Version 2.00.1201. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving MODE Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU...
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... that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect...
... that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect...
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...enabling one system to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-18 ASUS P8H61 Series Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel®...; SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces...
...enabling one system to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-18 ASUS P8H61 Series Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel®...; SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces...
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...;F MB Temperature +34ºC / +93ºF CPU Fan Speed 3325 RPM Chassis Fan Speed N/A CPU Q-Fan Control Enabled CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard Chassis Q-Fan Control Enabled Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Chassis Fan Profile Standard CPU Voltage +1.184 .../power status, and allows you do not wish to display the detected speed. EFI BIOS Utility - Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically...
...;F MB Temperature +34ºC / +93ºF CPU Fan Speed 3325 RPM Chassis Fan Speed N/A CPU Q-Fan Control Enabled CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard Chassis Q-Fan Control Enabled Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Chassis Fan Profile Standard CPU Voltage +1.184 .../power status, and allows you do not wish to display the detected speed. EFI BIOS Utility - Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically...
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... options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] 2-24 ASUS P8H61 Series CPU Fan Max. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the...2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows... you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan ...
... options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] 2-24 ASUS P8H61 Series CPU Fan Max. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the...2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows... you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan ...
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... the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to adjust the upper limit of the chassis temperature. The following four items appear...(%) [100] Use the and keys to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Chassis Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.
... the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to adjust the upper limit of the chassis temperature. The following four items appear...(%) [100] Use the and keys to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Chassis Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.