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Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary viii Package contents...x Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1... 1.8 Software support 1-15 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-15 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-15 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 ...
Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary viii Package contents...x Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1... 1.8 Software support 1-15 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-15 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-15 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 ...
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... • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology ...it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,...
... • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology ...it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,...
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ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS MyLogo 2 - Ai Suite II 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x VGA port 1 x HDMI port (C8HM70-I /O connectors Intel® Celeron® 847 (BGA1023) Intel® HM70 chipset 2 x SODIMM,... or the user manual for Memory QVL (Qualify Vendor List) Integrated Graphics Processor- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Back Panel I/O ports Internal I /HDMI only) 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB ...
ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS MyLogo 2 - Ai Suite II 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x VGA port 1 x HDMI port (C8HM70-I /O connectors Intel® Celeron® 847 (BGA1023) Intel® HM70 chipset 2 x SODIMM,... or the user manual for Memory QVL (Qualify Vendor List) Integrated Graphics Processor- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Back Panel I/O ports Internal I /HDMI only) 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB ...
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C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary BIOS features Support DVD Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini ITX Form Factor, 6.7" x 6.7" (17cm x 17cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. ix
C8HM70-I SERIES specifications summary BIOS features Support DVD Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini ITX Form Factor, 6.7" x 6.7" (17cm x 17cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. ix
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...) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 204-pin module) VGA Super I/O LAN_USB34 RTL 8111F AUDIO AAFP ALC 887 Intel® HM70 64Mb BIOS SATA6G_1 SATA3G_1 EATXPWR Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB1112 CLRTC F_PANEL C8HM70-I/HDMI SPEAKER CHASSIS PCIEX16_1 SB_PWR ASUS C8HM70-I/HDMI motherboard User Manual 1 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cable 1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x I/O-Shield User Guide Support DVD •...
...) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 204-pin module) VGA Super I/O LAN_USB34 RTL 8111F AUDIO AAFP ALC 887 Intel® HM70 64Mb BIOS SATA6G_1 SATA3G_1 EATXPWR Lithium Cell CMOS Power USB1112 CLRTC F_PANEL C8HM70-I/HDMI SPEAKER CHASSIS PCIEX16_1 SB_PWR ASUS C8HM70-I/HDMI motherboard User Manual 1 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cable 1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x I/O-Shield User Guide Support DVD •...
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...module) 17.0cm(6.7in) VGA 5 Super I/O 13 Intel® HM70 64Mb BIOS SATA6G_1 LAN_USB34 12 RTL 8111F SATA3G_1 2 USB1112 EATXPWR AUDIO AAFP ALC 887 Lithium Cell CMOS Power CLRTC C8HM70-I Series 1-3 CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN and 4-pin CHA_FAN)...EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112) Page 1-12 1-11 1-4 1-4 1-13 1-1 1-13 1-14 1-11 1-14 1-7 1-10 1-12 ASUS C8HM70-I /HDMI PCIEX16_1 F_PANEL SPEAKER CHASSIS SB_PWR 11 10 9 8 7 6 Following Intel's specification, USB 2.0 ports 5 ~ 8 are disabled on the motherboards with Intel® HM70 ...
...module) 17.0cm(6.7in) VGA 5 Super I/O 13 Intel® HM70 64Mb BIOS SATA6G_1 LAN_USB34 12 RTL 8111F SATA3G_1 2 USB1112 EATXPWR AUDIO AAFP ALC 887 Lithium Cell CMOS Power CLRTC C8HM70-I Series 1-3 CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin CPU_FAN and 4-pin CHA_FAN)...EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112) Page 1-12 1-11 1-4 1-4 1-13 1-1 1-13 1-14 1-11 1-14 1-7 1-10 1-12 ASUS C8HM70-I /HDMI PCIEX16_1 F_PANEL SPEAKER CHASSIS SB_PWR 11 10 9 8 7 6 Following Intel's specification, USB 2.0 ports 5 ~ 8 are disabled on the motherboards with Intel® HM70 ...
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...expansion card, read the documentation that you intend to install expansion cards. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align ... do so may need to use . 4. Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. 1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at 16x mode) that...
...expansion card, read the documentation that you intend to install expansion cards. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Failure to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align ... do so may need to use . 4. Assign an IRQ to the card. 3. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. 1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at 16x mode) that...
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... After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to default values. ASUS C8HM70-I /HDMI Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 1.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the... computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to pins 1-2. 3. For system failure due to reenter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter...
... After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to default values. ASUS C8HM70-I /HDMI Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 1.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the... computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to pins 1-2. 3. For system failure due to reenter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter...
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...BIOS setup to [AC97]. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [HD]. 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 L C8HM70-I/HDMI... HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition C8HM70-I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front...
...BIOS setup to [AC97]. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [HD]. 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 L C8HM70-I/HDMI... HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition C8HM70-I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front...
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... using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. SATA6G_1 C8HM70-I/HDMI C8HM70-I Series 1-13 See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. 7. GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND ASUS C8HM70-I /HDMI SATA 6.0Gb/s connector • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or...
... using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. SATA6G_1 C8HM70-I/HDMI C8HM70-I Series 1-13 See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. 7. GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND ASUS C8HM70-I /HDMI SATA 6.0Gb/s connector • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or...
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... of the following methods: ASUS C8HM70-I Series 2-1 Place the support DVD in the future. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB...
... of the following methods: ASUS C8HM70-I Series 2-1 Place the support DVD in the future. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB...
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...Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. The ASUS Update utility is done. • This function supports... the update process is capable of the BIOS setup program. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. Always update the utility to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started b. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating...
...Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. The ASUS Update utility is done. • This function supports... the update process is capable of the BIOS setup program. Select Update BIOS from the Internet a. Always update the utility to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started b. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating...
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... utility automatically checks the devices for the C8HM70-I/HDMI model. • The BIOS file in the removable device to C8HM70I.CAP for the C8HM70-I Series 2-3 To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during...that contains the BIOS file to recover BIOS setting. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to the USB port. 3. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. ASUS C8HM70-I model and HM70IH.CAP for the BIOS file. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. When found...
... utility automatically checks the devices for the C8HM70-I/HDMI model. • The BIOS file in the removable device to C8HM70I.CAP for the C8HM70-I Series 2-3 To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during...that contains the BIOS file to recover BIOS setting. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to the USB port. 3. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. ASUS C8HM70-I model and HM70IH.CAP for the BIOS file. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. When found...
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... corrupted during the updating process. This utility also allows you to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. The succeeding utility screens are for reference...
... corrupted during the updating process. This utility also allows you to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. The succeeding utility screens are for reference...
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...disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you to select the BIOS file and press . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS C8HM70-I .CAP 8390656 2012... menu for DOS V1.30 Current ROM BOARD: C8HM70-I/HDMI VER: 0202 DATE: 08/29/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: C8HM70-I Series 2-5 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. Refer to exit BIOS Updater. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /...
...disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you to select the BIOS file and press . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. ASUS C8HM70-I .CAP 8390656 2012... menu for DOS V1.30 Current ROM BOARD: C8HM70-I/HDMI VER: 0202 DATE: 08/29/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: C8HM70-I Series 2-5 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. Refer to exit BIOS Updater. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /...
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...after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on your data or system. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to erase the RTC RAM. 2-6... shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to update the BIOS or configure its routines. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). The...
...after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on your data or system. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to erase the RTC RAM. 2-6... shut down the system properly from a running operating system can cause damage to update the BIOS or configure its routines. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). The...
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... under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in section 2.7 Boot menu for details. ASUS C8HM70-I Series 2-7 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode...
... under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in section 2.7 Boot menu for details. ASUS C8HM70-I Series 2-7 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode...
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... Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced...
... Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced...
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... the right side of options. You cannot select an item that is highlighted when selected. ASUS C8HM70-I Series 2-9 Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for the BIOS setup program. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are items...
... the right side of options. You cannot select an item that is highlighted when selected. ASUS C8HM70-I Series 2-9 Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for the BIOS setup program. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are items...
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...settings. 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting... started The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. Configuration options: [...
...settings. 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting... started The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. Configuration options: [...