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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi A68HM Series specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-6 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Headers...1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-11 1.8 Software support 1-19 BIOS information 2.1...11 2.6 Advanced menu 2-12 2.7 Monitor menu 2-12 2.8 Boot menu...2-13 2.9 Tools menu 2-14 2.10 Exit menu...2-14 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 3 iii 2014/10/16 10:08:57
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi A68HM Series specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-6 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Headers...1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-11 1.8 Software support 1-19 BIOS information 2.1...11 2.6 Advanced menu 2-12 2.7 Monitor menu 2-12 2.8 Boot menu...2-13 2.9 Tools menu 2-14 2.10 Exit menu...2-14 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 3 iii 2014/10/16 10:08:57
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.... • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If ...you are using, contact your area. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it may become wet. • Place the ...
.... • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If ...you are using, contact your area. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it may become wet. • Place the ...
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...technologies/dual-graphics/ Pages/dual-graphics.aspx#3 for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS A68HM-E / A68HM-K motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide • A68HM series motherboard include A68HM-E and A68HM-K. resolution 2560x1600@60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. AMD® A68H...Series Graphics in this user manual are for A68HM-E only. • If any of individual CPUs. • The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the ...
...technologies/dual-graphics/ Pages/dual-graphics.aspx#3 for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS A68HM-E / A68HM-K motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide • A68HM series motherboard include A68HM-E and A68HM-K. resolution 2560x1600@60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. AMD® A68H...Series Graphics in this user manual are for A68HM-E only. • If any of individual CPUs. • The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the ...
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...8226; Before you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it into the holes indicated by the edges... ports goes to the rear part of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 1 1-1 2014/10/16 10:08:58 Failure to...
...8226; Before you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it into the holes indicated by the edges... ports goes to the rear part of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 1 1-1 2014/10/16 10:08:58 Failure to...
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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis A68HM-E The layout illustrations in this user manual are for A68HM-E only. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 18.0cm(7.0in) KBMS ATX12V CPU_FAN CHA_FAN DIGI +VRM DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 ...(64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM2+ VGA 22.6cm(8.9in) 1-2 USB1112 EATXPWR LAN_USB12 1 BATTERY AUDIO A68HM-E 8111 GR PCIEX16 5...
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis A68HM-E The layout illustrations in this user manual are for A68HM-E only. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 18.0cm(7.0in) KBMS ATX12V CPU_FAN CHA_FAN DIGI +VRM DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 ...(64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM2+ VGA 22.6cm(8.9in) 1-2 USB1112 EATXPWR LAN_USB12 1 BATTERY AUDIO A68HM-E 8111 GR PCIEX16 5...
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DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 10. The APU fits in only one correct orientation. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 3 1-3 2014/10/16 10:08:58 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. Connectors/Jumpers...1-16 1-18 1-10 1-13 1-15 1-18 1-17 1.3 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) This motherboard comes with an FM2+ socket designed for the FM2+ socket. SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) 7. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 11. A68HM-E A68HM-E CPU socket FM2+ Ensure that you use an APU designed for AMD® A-series / ...
DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 10. The APU fits in only one correct orientation. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 3 1-3 2014/10/16 10:08:58 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN and 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. Connectors/Jumpers...1-16 1-18 1-10 1-13 1-15 1-18 1-17 1.3 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) This motherboard comes with an FM2+ socket designed for the FM2+ socket. SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) 7. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 11. A68HM-E A68HM-E CPU socket FM2+ Ensure that you use an APU designed for AMD® A-series / ...
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... performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 A68HM-E A68HM-E 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1-6 E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2014/10/16 10:09:02 A DDR3 ...module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. 4 5 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption.
... performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 A68HM-E A68HM-E 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1-6 E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2014/10/16 10:09:02 A DDR3 ...module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. 4 5 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption.
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...marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Check with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 7 1-7 2014/10/16 10:09:02 The system maps the total size.... • Refer to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the same version or date code (D/C) from a memory module. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that...
...marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Check with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 7 1-7 2014/10/16 10:09:02 The system maps the total size.... • Refer to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the same version or date code (D/C) from a memory module. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that...
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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: 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with ...motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you removed earlier. 6. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . ASUS A68HM...
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: 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with ...motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you removed earlier. 6. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Replace the system cover. 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . ASUS A68HM...
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... include system setup information such as system passwords. shared - - - - - Realtek LAN controller - - OnChip USB OHCI 1/2/3/4 - - A68HM-E CLRTC +3V_BAT GND PIN 1 A68HM-E Clear RTC RAM 1-10 E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2014/10/16 10:09:02 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIEx16_1 - - shared - - - OnChip XHCI controller - - 1.5.4 PCI Express x1 slot This...
... include system setup information such as system passwords. shared - - - - - Realtek LAN controller - - OnChip USB OHCI 1/2/3/4 - - A68HM-E CLRTC +3V_BAT GND PIN 1 A68HM-E Clear RTC RAM 1-10 E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2014/10/16 10:09:02 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIEx16_1 - - shared - - - OnChip XHCI controller - - 1.5.4 PCI Express x1 slot This...
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...; The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 13 1-13 2014/10/16 10:09:04 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM...
...; The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 13 1-13 2014/10/16 10:09:04 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM...
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...PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A68HM-E HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition A68HM-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this... is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. SPEAKER A68HM-E PIN 1 A68HM-E Speaker Out connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 17 1-17 2014/10/16 10:09:05 Connect one end of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you to...
...PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A68HM-E HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition A68HM-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this... is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. SPEAKER A68HM-E PIN 1 A68HM-E Speaker Out connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 17 1-17 2014/10/16 10:09:05 Connect one end of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you to...
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... the back of the system chassis. USB56 USB34 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P3USB_P3+ GND NC A68HM-E PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND USB+5V USB_P4USB_P4+ GND A68HM-E USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to any ..., then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI A68HM-E A68HM-E Serial port connectors The COM module is for USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB34, USB56) These connectors are for a serial (COM...
... the back of the system chassis. USB56 USB34 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P3USB_P3+ GND NC A68HM-E PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND USB+5V USB_P4USB_P4+ GND A68HM-E USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to any ..., then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI A68HM-E A68HM-E Serial port connectors The COM module is for USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB34, USB56) These connectors are for a serial (COM...
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...hardware options vary. Refer to your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 8.1 (32bit/64bit) / Windows® 8 (32bit/64bit) / Windows® 7 (...information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 19 1-19 2014/...
...hardware options vary. Refer to your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® 8.1 (32bit/64bit) / Windows® 8 (32bit/64bit) / Windows® 7 (...information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 19 1-19 2014/...
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... automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: A68HM-E Version:0203 Release Date: 09/08/2014 File: A68HM-E-ASUS-0205.CAP Model Name: A68HM-E Version:0205 Release Date: 09/28/2014 C:\Users\test\Downloads\A68HM-E-ASUS-02... ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb...network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. BIOS information...
... automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: A68HM-E Version:0203 Release Date: 09/08/2014 File: A68HM-E-ASUS-0205.CAP Model Name: A68HM-E Version:0205 Release Date: 09/28/2014 C:\Users\test\Downloads\A68HM-E-ASUS-02... ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb...network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. BIOS information...
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Before you start using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into A68HME.CAP (for A68HM-E model) or A68HMK (for A68HM-K model). • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.... To update the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows you to perform the BIOS update process. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. 2-2 E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 2 Chapter...
Before you start using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into A68HME.CAP (for A68HM-E model) or A68HMK (for A68HM-K model). • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.... To update the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows you to perform the BIOS update process. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. 2-2 E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 2 Chapter...
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...computer has a DVD optical drive. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to load default BIOS values. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 3 2-3 2014/10/16 10:09:06 The system requires you to recover BIOS setting. Turn on your USB flash...drive that you press to the USB port. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Before updating BIOS • Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive. • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from http://...
...computer has a DVD optical drive. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to load default BIOS values. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 3 2-3 2014/10/16 10:09:06 The system requires you to recover BIOS setting. Turn on your USB flash...drive that you press to the USB port. 2. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Before updating BIOS • Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive. • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from http://...
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...screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you failed to the default value. If you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). We recommend to always shut down the system properly from a running... operating system can cause damage to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press ++ ...
...screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you failed to the default value. If you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). We recommend to always shut down the system properly from a running... operating system can cause damage to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after POST: • Press ++ ...
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... changed. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 7 2-7 2014/10/16 10:09:07 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to the system. Displays the system information, CPU voltage and CPU/ motherboard temperature Sets the system date and time Selects the...
... changed. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. ASUS A68HM Series E9808_A68HM Series_Manual.indb 7 2-7 2014/10/16 10:09:07 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to the system. Displays the system information, CPU voltage and CPU/ motherboard temperature Sets the system date and time Selects the...