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... the enclosed key. + + Example: means that may have been added by your dealer. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Used to select. Where...simultaneously, the key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Keys enclosed in this manual.
... the enclosed key. + + Example: means that may have been added by your dealer. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Used to select. Where...simultaneously, the key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Keys enclosed in this manual.
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... panel to ensure the best quality, reliability, and durability ASUS DIGI+ VRM - ASUS AI Charger+ (H81M-D Plus only) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 (continued on the next page) vii ASUS 3 Phase Power Design - ASUS Anti-surge Protection - H81M-D series specifications summary LAN Realtek® RTL8111G Gigabit...
... panel to ensure the best quality, reliability, and durability ASUS DIGI+ VRM - ASUS AI Charger+ (H81M-D Plus only) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 (continued on the next page) vii ASUS 3 Phase Power Design - ASUS Anti-surge Protection - H81M-D series specifications summary LAN Realtek® RTL8111G Gigabit...
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...port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (H81M-D Plus only) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector...WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI ...
...port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (H81M-D Plus only) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector...WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified Log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI ...
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. Motherboard features vary between models. Place this user guide are for H81M-D PLUS only. H81M-D Series motherboards include H81M-D and H81M-D PLUS models. The layout illustrations in this side towards the rear of the chassis H81M-D PLUS 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws!
Doing so can damage the motherboard. Motherboard features vary between models. Place this user guide are for H81M-D PLUS only. H81M-D Series motherboards include H81M-D and H81M-D PLUS models. The layout illustrations in this side towards the rear of the chassis H81M-D PLUS 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws!
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... CLRTC USBPW9-12 COM USB910 USB1112 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 ASUS H81M-D Series 1-3 Motherboard features vary between models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for H81M-D PLUS only. KBMS 12 3 4 18.3cm(7.2in) 35 DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN ATX12V DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin...
... CLRTC USBPW9-12 COM USB910 USB1112 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 ASUS H81M-D Series 1-3 Motherboard features vary between models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for H81M-D PLUS only. KBMS 12 3 4 18.3cm(7.2in) 35 DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN ATX12V DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin...
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... Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_E12) *H81M-D PLUS model only 7. Intel® H81 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA3G_1~2 [dark brown]) 10. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 15. Digital...connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 17. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, 1112) 13. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. 1.2.4 Layout ...
... Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_E12) *H81M-D PLUS model only 7. Intel® H81 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA3G_1~2 [dark brown]) 10. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 15. Digital...connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 17. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910, 1112) 13. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. 1.2.4 Layout ...
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DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H81M-D PLUS H81M-D PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel 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 Series 1-7 According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2...
DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H81M-D PLUS H81M-D PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel 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 Series 1-7 According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2...
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... 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC H81M-D PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC ... of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. ASUS H81M-D Series 1-11
... 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC H81M-D PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC ... of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. ASUS H81M-D Series 1-11
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PS2_USBPW1-4 12 23 H81M-D PLUS +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-D PLUS Keyboard Power Setting 3. Set to +5VSB to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. USB device ...; The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal conditions or in reduced power mode). H81M-D PLUS USBPW9-12 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-D PLUS USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced...
PS2_USBPW1-4 12 23 H81M-D PLUS +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-D PLUS Keyboard Power Setting 3. Set to +5VSB to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in low power mode) using the connected USB devices. USB device ...; The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability (+5VSB) whether under normal conditions or in reduced power mode). H81M-D PLUS USBPW9-12 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-D PLUS USB Device Wake Up • The USB device wake-up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in reduced...
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...this connector, set the item to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND H81M-D PLUS SPDIF_OUT H81M-D PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect one ... R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H81M-D PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H81M-D PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [HD]. 2. ASUS H81M-D Series 1-15 1.7.2 Internal connectors ...
...this connector, set the item to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND H81M-D PLUS SPDIF_OUT H81M-D PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect one ... R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H81M-D PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H81M-D PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [HD]. 2. ASUS H81M-D Series 1-15 1.7.2 Internal connectors ...
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Only the 4-pin CPU fan and chassis fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 4. These are for USB 2.0 ports. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches ... any of the connector. USB910 USB1112 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND H81M-D PLUS PIN 1 PIN 1 H81M-D PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan...
Only the 4-pin CPU fan and chassis fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 4. These are for USB 2.0 ports. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches ... any of the connector. USB910 USB1112 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND H81M-D PLUS PIN 1 PIN 1 H81M-D PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan...
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... EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER H81M-D PLUS PIN 1 H81M-D PLUS Speaker Out Connector ASUS H81M-D Series 1-17 ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC H81M-D PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts...
... EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER H81M-D PLUS PIN 1 H81M-D PLUS Speaker Out Connector ASUS H81M-D Series 1-17 ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC H81M-D PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts...
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... GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-D PLUS SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ...H81 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G 1~2 [brown]) These connectors connect to [AHCI]. 8. H81M-D PLUS 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 PLUS SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the...
... GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-D PLUS SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ...H81 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G 1~2 [brown]) These connectors connect to [AHCI]. 8. H81M-D PLUS 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 PLUS SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the...
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...connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL +PWR LED PWR BTN PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR GND HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- ASUS H81M-D Series 1-19 The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • ATX... button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off the system power. Ground HWRST# (NC) H81M-D PLUS PIN 1 +HDD_LED RESET H81M-D PLUS System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the...
...connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL +PWR LED PWR BTN PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR GND HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- ASUS H81M-D Series 1-19 The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • ATX... button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off the system power. Ground HWRST# (NC) H81M-D PLUS PIN 1 +HDD_LED RESET H81M-D PLUS System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the...
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...module, you to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. *H81M-D PLUS model only. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to 5Gbps, faster charging time for...purchased separately. 11. USB3_E12 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND H81M-D PLUS PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ H81M-D PLUS USB3.0 front panel connector 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction
...module, you to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. *H81M-D PLUS model only. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to 5Gbps, faster charging time for...purchased separately. 11. USB3_E12 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ GND IntA_P1_SSTXIntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND H81M-D PLUS PIN 1 USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ H81M-D PLUS USB3.0 front panel connector 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. SB_PWR H81M-D PLUS ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off H81M-D PLUS Onboard LED ASUS H81M-D Series 1-21
Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft-off mode. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. SB_PWR H81M-D PLUS ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off H81M-D PLUS Onboard LED ASUS H81M-D Series 1-21
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... utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Before updating BIOS 1. ASUS H81M-D Series 2-3 Turn on the USB flash drive. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is not supported under ...flash drive that you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to copy the current BIOS file that contains the BIOS file to H81MD.CAP (for H81M-D), H81MDP.CAP (for H81M-D PLUS). • The BIOS file in DOS environment. This...
... utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Before updating BIOS 1. ASUS H81M-D Series 2-3 Turn on the USB flash drive. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is not supported under ...flash drive that you can cause system boot failure! 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to copy the current BIOS file that contains the BIOS file to H81MD.CAP (for H81M-D), H81MDP.CAP (for H81M-D PLUS). • The BIOS file in DOS environment. This...
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... update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 BOARD: H81M-D PLUS VER: 0201 DATE: 09/15/2013 H81MDP.CAP 4194304 2013-10-07 17:30:48 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started When the ASUS Logo appears, press to your computer. Insert the DOS-bootable USB flash drive with the...
... update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 BOARD: H81M-D PLUS VER: 0201 DATE: 09/15/2013 H81MDP.CAP 4194304 2013-10-07 17:30:48 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started When the ASUS Logo appears, press to your computer. Insert the DOS-bootable USB flash drive with the...
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...following apparatus: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : H81M-D PLUS,H81M-D conform with part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. Operation is ...not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : H81M-D PLUS,H81M-D Conforms to begin affixing CE marking:2013 Signature
...following apparatus: ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Product name : Motherboard Model name : H81M-D PLUS,H81M-D conform with part 15 of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. Operation is ...not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : H81M-D PLUS,H81M-D Conforms to begin affixing CE marking:2013 Signature