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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii H61-PLUS specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.2 Before you proceed 1-5 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-8... 1-31 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-31 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 iii
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii H61-PLUS specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.2 Before you proceed 1-5 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-8... 1-31 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-31 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 iii
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Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology and Intel® Smart Connect Technology* • Supports on the next page) ix H61-PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7, i5, i3... Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 • The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). • When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows...
Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology and Intel® Smart Connect Technology* • Supports on the next page) ix H61-PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7, i5, i3... Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 • The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). • When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows...
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... connector (continued on the next page) ASUS AI Charger - H61-PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Other features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ jumpers ASUS DIGI+ VRM - Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for the CPU - ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS AI Suite II - Digital Power Control: Digital...
... connector (continued on the next page) ASUS AI Charger - H61-PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features Other features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ jumpers ASUS DIGI+ VRM - Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for the CPU - ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS AI Suite II - Digital Power Control: Digital...
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xi H61-PLUS specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.7, SLP 3.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI v2.0, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.5 in (30.5 cm x 19.1 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xi H61-PLUS specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.7, SLP 3.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI v2.0, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.5 in (30.5 cm x 19.1 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... 887 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT AAFP USB56 PCI2 PCI3 USB78 CLRTC USB910 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 USBPWF SATA3G_2 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_1 ASUS H61-PLUS motherboard User Guide 30.5cm(12.0in) 2 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged ...
... 887 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT AAFP USB56 PCI2 PCI3 USB78 CLRTC USB910 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 USBPWF SATA3G_2 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_1 ASUS H61-PLUS motherboard User Guide 30.5cm(12.0in) 2 x Serial ATA 3 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged ...
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...PCI Express bus standard with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of the current PCIe 2.0. ASUS H61-PLUS 1-1 As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users an unprecendented data speeds, combined with the convenience and seamless transition offerred by Intel® 3rd... generation Core™ processors. Intel® H61 Express Chipset The Intel® H61 Express Chipset is supported by utilizing serial point-to support the new 1155 socket Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation...
...PCI Express bus standard with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of the current PCIe 2.0. ASUS H61-PLUS 1-1 As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users an unprecendented data speeds, combined with the convenience and seamless transition offerred by Intel® 3rd... generation Core™ processors. Intel® H61 Express Chipset The Intel® H61 Express Chipset is supported by utilizing serial point-to support the new 1155 socket Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation...
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...power surges from damage caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that supports iPod... support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS H61-PLUS 1-3 It offers you with difficult POST situations. This all...
...power surges from damage caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that supports iPod... support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply unit (PSU). ASUS H61-PLUS 1-3 It offers you with difficult POST situations. This all...
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... cause severe damage to indicate that the system is a reminder that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. H61-PLUS SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off H61-PLUS Onboard LED ASUS H61-PLUS 1-5
... cause severe damage to indicate that the system is a reminder that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. H61-PLUS SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off H61-PLUS Onboard LED ASUS H61-PLUS 1-5
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The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! 1.3 Motherboard overview 1.3.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.3.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis H61-PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation.
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! 1.3 Motherboard overview 1.3.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.3.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis H61-PLUS 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation.
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1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 43 5 19.1cm(7.5in) KBMS DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN ATX12V COM LPT DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) LGA1155 KB_USBPWB USB34 LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN BATTERY H61-PLUS PCIEX16 EATXPWR 2 64Mb BIOS 30.5cm(12.0in) PCIEX1_1 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 ASM 1083 PCI1 Intel® H61 6 PCI2 7 ALC CLRTC 887 PCI3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB78 USBPWF USB910 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 SPEAKER 8 AAFP F_PANEL 14 13 12 11 10 9 ASUS H61-PLUS 1-7
1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 43 5 19.1cm(7.5in) KBMS DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN ATX12V COM LPT DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) LGA1155 KB_USBPWB USB34 LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN BATTERY H61-PLUS PCIEX16 EATXPWR 2 64Mb BIOS 30.5cm(12.0in) PCIEX1_1 Super I/O PCIEX1_2 ASM 1083 PCI1 Intel® H61 6 PCI2 7 ALC CLRTC 887 PCI3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB78 USBPWF USB910 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 SPEAKER 8 AAFP F_PANEL 14 13 12 11 10 9 ASUS H61-PLUS 1-7
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...26 1-5 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. H61-PLUS H61-PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap... connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) 12. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / ...
...26 1-5 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. H61-PLUS H61-PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap... connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) 12. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / ...
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1.4.1 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install an LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A A B 2 3 ASUS H61-PLUS 1-9
1.4.1 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install an LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A A B 2 3 ASUS H61-PLUS 1-9
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 ASUS H61-PLUS 1-11 1.4.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 ASUS H61-PLUS 1-11 1.4.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better 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 H61-PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H61-PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS H61-PLUS 1-13
1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better 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 H61-PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H61-PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS H61-PLUS 1-13
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... about 3GB or less. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the dual-channel configuration. H61-PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX Transcend Transcend Transcend PATRIOT Part No.
... about 3GB or less. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the dual-channel configuration. H61-PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX Transcend Transcend Transcend PATRIOT Part No.
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... socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS H61-PLUS 1-15 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-DATA AX3U2133GC2G9B-DG2(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-11-9-27 1.55~1.75V • • CORSAIR CMT16GX3M4X2133C9(XMP 1.3) 16GB...
... socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS H61-PLUS 1-15 Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-DATA AX3U2133GC2G9B-DG2(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-11-9-27 1.55~1.75V • • CORSAIR CMT16GX3M4X2133C9(XMP 1.3) 16GB...
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS H61-PLUS 1-19 Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DDR3 1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067....
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS H61-PLUS 1-19 Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DDR3 1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067....
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... cards on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS H61-PLUS 1-21 1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you intend to use . 4. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and...
... cards on BIOS setup. 2. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. ASUS H61-PLUS 1-21 1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you intend to use . 4. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and...
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... when the system hangs due to reenter data. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 3. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. ASUS H61-PLUS 1-23 H61-PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H61-PLUS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Move the jumper...
... when the system hangs due to reenter data. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 3. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. ASUS H61-PLUS 1-23 H61-PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H61-PLUS Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Move the jumper...