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... it, may be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE... backup purposes, without the express written permission of alteration is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; to duly provide complete source code as stated in this email address). ASUSTeK is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL"), ...
... it, may be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE... backup purposes, without the express written permission of alteration is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; to duly provide complete source code as stated in this email address). ASUSTeK is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL"), ...
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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi H81M-C specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers 1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-12 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-19 1.9 ... 2.4 Main menu 2-11 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.6 Advanced menu 2-22 2.7 Monitor menu 2-31 2.8 Boot menu 2-34 2.9 Tools menu 2-40 2.10 Exit menu 2-41 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi H81M-C specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Jumpers 1-10 1.7 Connectors 1-12 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-19 1.9 ... 2.4 Main menu 2-11 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.6 Advanced menu 2-22 2.7 Monitor menu 2-31 2.8 Boot menu 2-34 2.9 Tools menu 2-40 2.10 Exit menu 2-41 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
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If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it by yourself. Detailed descriptions fo the BIOS parameters are not damaged. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. About this guide is broken, do not try to fix it may be exposed to moisture. • ...
If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it by yourself. Detailed descriptions fo the BIOS parameters are not damaged. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. About this guide is broken, do not try to fix it may be exposed to moisture. • ...
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...If you complete a task. Refer to help you must press the Enter or Return key. NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Used to select. Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure... a task. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task. CAUTION: Information to...
...If you complete a task. Refer to help you must press the Enter or Return key. NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Used to select. Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure... a task. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task. CAUTION: Information to...
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...8111G PCIe Gigabit LAN controller (continued on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - H81M-C specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM i7/i5/i3,...Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS H81M-C motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is subject to ...
...8111G PCIe Gigabit LAN controller (continued on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - H81M-C specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage Audio LAN LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM i7/i5/i3,...Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS H81M-C motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Guide If any of the above items is subject to ...
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... jacks support 8-channel audio output (continued on the next page) vii H81M-C specifications summary USB ASUS unique features Special Features Rear panel I /O - 3x more durable corrosion-resistant coating - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS AI Charger - ASUS Anti-surge - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS MyLogo 2 - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x long lifespan with...
... jacks support 8-channel audio output (continued on the next page) vii H81M-C specifications summary USB ASUS unique features Special Features Rear panel I /O - 3x more durable corrosion-resistant coating - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS AI Charger - ASUS Anti-surge - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS MyLogo 2 - Enhanced ESD protection - ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors - 2.5x long lifespan with...
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H81M-C specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ... 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, SLP3.0, EUP-ready WOL, PXE, PME Wake up Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8 / Windows® 7 uATX form factor: 9.6"x 7" (24.4cm x 17.8cm) Specifications are subject to change without...
H81M-C specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ... 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, SLP3.0, EUP-ready WOL, PXE, PME Wake up Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8 / Windows® 7 uATX form factor: 9.6"x 7" (24.4cm x 17.8cm) Specifications are subject to change without...
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... ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. ASUS H81M-C 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power...
... ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. ASUS H81M-C 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power...
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... DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 24.4cm(9.6in) LPT VGA LGA1150 PS2_USBPW1-6 1-2 USB3~6 LAN_USB3_12 CHA_FAN 2 AUDIO BATTERY COM H81M-C PCIEX16_1 RTL 8111G PCIEX1_1 8Mb BIOS Super I/O PCIEX1_2 ASM 1083 Intel® H81 SATA3G_1 6 ALC 887-VD2 SB_PWR PCI1 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_2 TPM USB910 USB1112USBPW9...
... DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 24.4cm(9.6in) LPT VGA LGA1150 PS2_USBPW1-6 1-2 USB3~6 LAN_USB3_12 CHA_FAN 2 AUDIO BATTERY COM H81M-C PCIEX16_1 RTL 8111G PCIEX1_1 8Mb BIOS Super I/O PCIEX1_2 ASM 1083 Intel® H81 SATA3G_1 6 ALC 887-VD2 SB_PWR PCI1 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_2 TPM USB910 USB1112USBPW9...
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Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket 5. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. TPM header (20-1 pin TPM) 14. H81M-C H81M-C CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS H81M-C 1-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 12. Front panel audio connector (...
Intel® LGA1150 CPU socket 5. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. TPM header (20-1 pin TPM) 14. H81M-C H81M-C CPU socket LGA1150 ASUS H81M-C 1-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 12. Front panel audio connector (...
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... is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. DO NOT install a CPU designed for the LGA1150 socket only. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the... PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not...
... is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. DO NOT install a CPU designed for the LGA1150 socket only. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the... PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not...
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ASUS H81M-C 1-5 4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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.
ASUS H81M-C 1-5 4 C 5 A B 1.3.2 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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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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...; OS if you want to protect the CPU. Use a maximum of the following: - DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H81M-C H81M-C 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets...of DDR3 1600MHz. • Always install DIMMs with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to the DDR3 slot. ASUS H81M-C 1-7 Any excess memory from a DDR or DDR2 module. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more on the motherboard...
...; OS if you want to protect the CPU. Use a maximum of the following: - DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H81M-C H81M-C 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets...of DDR3 1600MHz. • Always install DIMMs with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to the DDR3 slot. ASUS H81M-C 1-7 Any excess memory from a DDR or DDR2 module. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more on the motherboard...
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... Removing a DIMM Locked Retaining Clip To remove a DIMM: 1. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at : www.asus.com for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to unlock the DIMM. 1-8 Chapter 1:...DIMM socket. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. DO NOT force a DIMM into the 3 socket until the retaining clips snap ...
... Removing a DIMM Locked Retaining Clip To remove a DIMM: 1. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at : www.asus.com for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to unlock the DIMM. 1-8 Chapter 1:...DIMM socket. 2. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. DO NOT force a DIMM into the 3 socket until the retaining clips snap ...
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...‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Turn on the slot. 5. See Chapter 2 for later use . ASUS H81M-C 1-9 Failure to do not need to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an...
...‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Turn on the slot. 5. See Chapter 2 for later use . ASUS H81M-C 1-9 Failure to do not need to the chassis with the screw you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an...
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... - - - -- - - shared - - 1.6 Jumpers 1. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. H81M-C CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H81M-C Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. shared - - shared -- - BC D E F G H - Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to...
... - - - -- - - shared - - 1.6 Jumpers 1. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. H81M-C CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) H81M-C Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. shared - - shared -- - BC D E F G H - Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to...
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... CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. ASUS H81M-C 1-11 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Set to +5VSB to wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide...• If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. 2. PS2_USBPW1-6 12 23 H81M-C +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-C Keyboard Power Setting • The USB device wake-up from pins 1-2 (default) to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in ...
... CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. ASUS H81M-C 1-11 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Set to +5VSB to wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide...• If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. 2. PS2_USBPW1-6 12 23 H81M-C +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-C Keyboard Power Setting • The USB device wake-up from pins 1-2 (default) to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in ...
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... (Blinking) Data activity Orange (Blinking Ready to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. H81M-C USBPW9-12 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-C USB Device Wake Up 1.7 1.7.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other...
... (Blinking) Data activity Orange (Blinking Ready to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. H81M-C USBPW9-12 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-C USB Device Wake Up 1.7 1.7.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other...