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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi H81M-D R2.0 specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Headers...1-11 1.7 Connectors 1-12 1.8 Software support 1-19 ... setup program 2-6 2.3 Main menu...2-9 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-10 2.5 Advanced menu 2-11 2.6 Monitor menu 2-12 2.7 Boot menu...2-13 2.8 Tools menu 2-14 2.9 Exit menu...2-14 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...iv Package contents...vi H81M-D R2.0 specifications summary vi Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.4 System memory 1-7 1.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.6 Headers...1-11 1.7 Connectors 1-12 1.8 Software support 1-19 ... setup program 2-6 2.3 Main menu...2-9 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-10 2.5 Advanced menu 2-11 2.6 Monitor menu 2-12 2.7 Boot menu...2-13 2.8 Tools menu 2-14 2.9 Exit menu...2-14 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-3 iii
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...x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (black) - Supports RGB with max. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS H81M-D R2.0 motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide If any of the... of DDR3 1600MHz. Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics support VGA output support: RGB port - H81M-D R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1150 socket for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors...
...x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (black) - Supports RGB with max. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS H81M-D R2.0 motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide If any of the... of DDR3 1600MHz. Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics support VGA output support: RGB port - H81M-D R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1150 socket for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors...
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..., natural and immersive sound with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output Intel® H81 Express Chipset - H81M-D R2.0 specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking * Use a chassis with exceptional clarity...
..., natural and immersive sound with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output Intel® H81 Express Chipset - H81M-D R2.0 specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features Realtek® ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking * Use a chassis with exceptional clarity...
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... any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as indicated in the correct orientation. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-1 Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into...
... any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as indicated in the correct orientation. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-1 Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into...
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1.2.3 Motherboard layout KBMS 1 2 3 18.3cm(7.2in) 24 ATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN COM DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 22.6cm(8.9in) LPT VGA LGA1150 2 USB3_12 LAN_USB34 AUDIO RTL 8111GR CHA_FAN BATTERY H81M-D R2.0 PCIEX16 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 ALC 887- VD2 PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_OUT Intel® H81 64Mb BIOS SPEAKER 5 6 F_PANEL AAFP USB910 USB1112 CLRTC SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 12 11 10 9 8 7 ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-3
1.2.3 Motherboard layout KBMS 1 2 3 18.3cm(7.2in) 24 ATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN COM DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 22.6cm(8.9in) LPT VGA LGA1150 2 USB3_12 LAN_USB34 AUDIO RTL 8111GR CHA_FAN BATTERY H81M-D R2.0 PCIEX16 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 ALC 887- VD2 PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_OUT Intel® H81 64Mb BIOS SPEAKER 5 6 F_PANEL AAFP USB910 USB1112 CLRTC SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 12 11 10 9 8 7 ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-3
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... Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-7 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to protect the CPU. To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard...
... Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-7 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to protect the CPU. To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard...
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2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Failure to do so may need to install expansion cards. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-9 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
2 3 To remove a DIMM B A A 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Failure to do so may need to install expansion cards. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-9 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... the RTC RAM: 1. enter data. • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-11 Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking. Use a metal object such as system passwords.
... the RTC RAM: 1. enter data. • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-11 Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking. Use a metal object such as system passwords.
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... USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. This 9-pin COM port is for a VGA monitor or other serial devices. 11. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-13 This 15-pin port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime...
... USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. This 9-pin COM port is for a VGA monitor or other serial devices. 11. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-13 This 15-pin port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime...
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...Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) These connectors are not jumpers! ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-15 These are for USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring ...connectors. Only the 4-pin CPU fan and chassis fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 4. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND H81M-D R2.0 CHA_FAN GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN +5V H81M-D R2.0 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the...
...Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) These connectors are not jumpers! ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-15 These are for USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring ...connectors. Only the 4-pin CPU fan and chassis fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 4. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND H81M-D R2.0 CHA_FAN GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN +5V H81M-D R2.0 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the...
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ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-17 Intel® H81 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~2 [gray]) These connectors connect to [AHCI]. H81M-D R2.0 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-D R2.0 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When ...Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. H81M-D R2.0 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-D R2.0 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set...
ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-17 Intel® H81 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~2 [gray]) These connectors connect to [AHCI]. H81M-D R2.0 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-D R2.0 SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When ...Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. H81M-D R2.0 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-D R2.0 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set...
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... options vary. To run the DVD. The contents of your ASUS motherboard. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-19 Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, Contact and Specials tabs to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Refer to your computer, browse the ... lists the unique features of the Support DVD to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click to display more items Click an item ...
... options vary. To run the DVD. The contents of your ASUS motherboard. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 1-19 Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, Contact and Specials tabs to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Refer to your computer, browse the ... lists the unique features of the Support DVD to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click to display more items Click an item ...
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... 3 main menu bar. 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 driver, software and firmware Model Name: H81M-D R2.0 Version: 0306 Release Date: 08/08/2014 Click to find... a boot logo Click to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-1 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in...
... 3 main menu bar. 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 driver, software and firmware Model Name: H81M-D R2.0 Version: 0306 Release Date: 08/08/2014 Click to find... a boot logo Click to update the BIOS EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-1 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in...
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... on the system. 2. The screen captures used in this utility, rename the BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-3 CAP. • The BIOS file in the removable device to H81MDR2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash ...down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. You can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you to ...
... on the system. 2. The screen captures used in this utility, rename the BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-3 CAP. • The BIOS file in the removable device to H81MDR2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash ...down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! NTFS is not supported under FreeDOS environment. You can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you to ...
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... 8390656 2014-08-08 21:14:34 Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [Esc] Exit [V] Drive Info Files panel 3. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-5 Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is done, press to exit BIOS Updater. 6. When BIOS update is not supported due to select the BIOS file...
... 8390656 2014-08-08 21:14:34 Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [Esc] Exit [V] Drive Info Files panel 3. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-5 Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is done, press to exit BIOS Updater. 6. When BIOS update is not supported due to select the BIOS file...
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...to the Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The default screen for details. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-7 The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options vary depending...without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Boot device priority ASUS Optimal mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Displays the Advanced mode menus Normal mode Selects the boot device priority Loads optimized default Displays...
...to the Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The default screen for details. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-7 The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options vary depending...without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Boot device priority ASUS Optimal mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Displays the Advanced mode menus Normal mode Selects the boot device priority Loads optimized default Displays...
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ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-9 The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. ...
ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-9 The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. ...
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Scroll down to display the following items: 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to malfunction. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-11
Scroll down to display the following items: 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to malfunction. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-11
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Scroll down to change the system boot options. 2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display the following items: ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-13
Scroll down to change the system boot options. 2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display the following items: ASUS H81M-D R2.0 2-13