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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii C60M1-I specifications summary viii Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 ...1-11 1.8 Software support 1-15 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-15 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-15 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 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-10 iii
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii C60M1-I specifications summary viii Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 ...1-11 1.8 Software support 1-15 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-15 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-15 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 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-10 iii
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... information. 2. Refer to select. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Example: ++ vii How this manual. These documents are linked with the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter provides a detailed guide to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. NOTE: Tips and additional information...
... information. 2. Refer to select. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Example: ++ vii How this manual. These documents are linked with the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter provides a detailed guide to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. NOTE: Tips and additional information...
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...C60M1-I specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS special features Rear panel ports AMD® Fusion APU C-60 1.0 Ghz Dual Core Processor AMD® FCH A50M 2 x DIMMs, maximum 8GB, DDR3 1066 / 800 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory * Refer to www.asus...system. 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at the back panel) ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Network iControl ASUS WebStorage ASUS Ai Charger ASUS Fan Xpert 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors 1 x PS/2 ...
...C60M1-I specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS special features Rear panel ports AMD® Fusion APU C-60 1.0 Ghz Dual Core Processor AMD® FCH A50M 2 x DIMMs, maximum 8GB, DDR3 1066 / 800 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory * Refer to www.asus...system. 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at the back panel) ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Network iControl ASUS WebStorage ASUS Ai Charger ASUS Fan Xpert 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors 1 x PS/2 ...
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C60M1-I specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS Features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 6 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x System Panel connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS..., PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus...
C60M1-I specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS Features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Chassis intrusion connector 6 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x System Panel connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS..., PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus...
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...goes to the chassis. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 1-13 11. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-12 USB1112) 1-2 ASUS C60M1-I /O AMD® Fusion APU C-60 with RadeonTM HD 6290 graphics ICS 9LRPS482 DVI CHA_FAN USB34 AMD® FCH A50M (Hudson M1) LAN1_USB12 RTL 8111F... 32Mb BIOS USB1112 USB78 USB910 CLRTC CHASSIS AUDIO SB_PWR AAFP SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 VIA VT1708S PCIEX16 2 5 F_PANEL 11 10 9 8 ...
...goes to the chassis. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 1-13 11. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, 1-12 USB1112) 1-2 ASUS C60M1-I /O AMD® Fusion APU C-60 with RadeonTM HD 6290 graphics ICS 9LRPS482 DVI CHA_FAN USB34 AMD® FCH A50M (Hudson M1) LAN1_USB12 RTL 8111F... 32Mb BIOS USB1112 USB78 USB910 CLRTC CHASSIS AUDIO SB_PWR AAFP SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 VIA VT1708S PCIEX16 2 5 F_PANEL 11 10 9 8 ...
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.... 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Keep the screw for the expansion card. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove ..." or that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-8 ASUS C60M1-I Install the software drivers for later use . Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you removed earlier. 6. Otherwise, conflicts will arise...
.... 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Keep the screw for the expansion card. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove ..." or that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-8 ASUS C60M1-I Install the software drivers for later use . Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you removed earlier. 6. Otherwise, conflicts will arise...
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...memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds,...data. If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-9 CLRTC C60M1-I 12 23 Normal (Default) C60M1-I Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap ...
...memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds,...data. If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-9 CLRTC C60M1-I 12 23 Normal (Default) C60M1-I Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap ...
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C60M1-I fan connectors ... Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. CPU_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation C60M1-I 2. By default, this connector to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! CPU and...NC NC NC AGND PIN 1 PIN 1 C60M1-I Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L HD-audio-compliant pin definition C60M1-I /O module cable to this connector, set...high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is for details. 1-12 ASUS C60M1-I /O module that you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this...
C60M1-I fan connectors ... Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. CPU_FAN GND +12V Rotation CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation C60M1-I 2. By default, this connector to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! CPU and...NC NC NC AGND PIN 1 PIN 1 C60M1-I Line out_L NC Line out_R MICPWR MIC2 PORT2 L SENSE_SEND PORT2 R PORT1 R PORT1 L HD-audio-compliant pin definition C60M1-I /O module cable to this connector, set...high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is for details. 1-12 ASUS C60M1-I /O module that you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this...
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...USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 ...cables. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-13 See section 2.5.2 SATA Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 C60M1-I GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND ...
...USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are set the OnChip SATA Type item in the BIOS to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 ...cables. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-13 See section 2.5.2 SATA Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. SATA6G_2 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_5 C60M1-I GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND RSATA_TXN5 RSATA_TXP5 GND ...
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... the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet a. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that you wish...
... the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet a. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that you wish...
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... avail all its features. Updating from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. 2-2 ASUS C60M1-I To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Go to the Tool menu to...
... avail all its features. Updating from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. 2-2 ASUS C60M1-I To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Go to the Tool menu to...
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... 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 done. • This function supports USB flash disks formatted using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into C60M1-I-ASUS-0204.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be...
... 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 done. • This function supports USB flash disks formatted using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into C60M1-I-ASUS-0204.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be...
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... allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Before updating BIOS 1. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS C60M1-I Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Booting the...
... allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Before updating BIOS 1. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS C60M1-I Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Booting the...
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... screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and press . 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: C60M1-I VER: 0204 DATE:... 03/02/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any key to save the file. 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for the extension. 2. When BIOS backup is not write-protected and has at...
... screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and press . 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: C60M1-I VER: 0204 DATE:... 03/02/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any key to save the file. 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for the extension. 2. When BIOS backup is not write-protected and has at...
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... the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to confirm BIOS update. D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Are you to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS C60M1-I VER: 0204 DATE: 03...] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: C60M1-I BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to ensure system compatibility and stability. Updating the...
... the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to confirm BIOS update. D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Are you to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS C60M1-I VER: 0204 DATE: 03...] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: C60M1-I BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to ensure system compatibility and stability. Updating the...
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... and brief online help to guide you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on how to erase ...this motherboard. • You can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. See section 2.9 Exit Menu for information on your data or...
... and brief online help to guide you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on how to erase ...this motherboard. • You can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. See section 2.9 Exit Menu for information on your data or...
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...By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to the system. 2-8 ASUS C60M1-I The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the... Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select...available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode...
...By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to the system. 2-8 ASUS C60M1-I The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the... Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select...available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode...
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...items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press . Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 Refer to the following sections for that the item has a submenu. Press or use the USB mouse to click ...this button to return to configure the BIOS settings. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool... to the previous menu screen. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode.
...items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press . Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 Refer to the following sections for that the item has a submenu. Press or use the USB mouse to click ...this button to return to configure the BIOS settings. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool... to the previous menu screen. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode.
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...that item. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to select items in the menu and change the settings....item. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is a brief description of the BIOS Setup program. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is user-configurable, you can change the value ... menu screen appears when you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. 2-10 ASUS C60M1-I
...that item. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to select items in the menu and change the settings....item. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is a brief description of the BIOS Setup program. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is user-configurable, you can change the value ... menu screen appears when you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. 2-10 ASUS C60M1-I
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...password when prompted. To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in a password, then press . 3. Administrator Password If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to see or change only selected fields in a new password, then press . 4. From the ...Create New Password box, key in the BIOS setup program. After you set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for information on how to choose the...
...password when prompted. To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in a password, then press . 3. Administrator Password If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to see or change only selected fields in a new password, then press . 4. From the ...Create New Password box, key in the BIOS setup program. After you set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for information on how to choose the...