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... information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi H81M-PLUS 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 Software support 1-20 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 My Favorites 2-10 2.4 Main menu 2-11...
... information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi H81M-PLUS 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 Software support 1-20 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 My Favorites 2-10 2.4 Main menu 2-11...
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... it may be exposed to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals ... cables are not damaged. It includes descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. iv Detailed descriptions fo the BIOS parameters are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. Do not place the product in your...
... it may be exposed to moisture. • Place the product on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals ... cables are not damaged. It includes descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. iv Detailed descriptions fo the BIOS parameters are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. Do not place the product in your...
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...Memory 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-PLUS 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 the physical ... Technology** * Due to the limitation of the Intel H81 chipset, Intel Rapid Start Technology can be configured only from the BIOS Setup program.. * These functions will work depending on the CPU installed. Package contents Check your retailer.
...Memory 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-PLUS 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 the physical ... Technology** * Due to the limitation of the Intel H81 chipset, Intel Rapid Start Technology can be configured only from the BIOS Setup program.. * These functions will work depending on the CPU installed. Package contents Check your retailer.
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... coating ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot (continued on the next page) vii ASUS 3 Phase Power Design - ASUS EPU - ASUS Network iControl - ASUS Ai Charger+ - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - supports ASUS USB ... the best quality, reliability, and durability ASUS DIGI+ VRM - Intel® H81 Express Chipset - H81M-PLUS specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features Realtek® ALC887 8-channel Audio CODEC - ASUS DIGI+ VRM: Digital Power Design for ...
... coating ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot (continued on the next page) vii ASUS 3 Phase Power Design - ASUS EPU - ASUS Network iControl - ASUS Ai Charger+ - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - supports ASUS USB ... the best quality, reliability, and durability ASUS DIGI+ VRM - Intel® H81 Express Chipset - H81M-PLUS specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features Realtek® ALC887 8-channel Audio CODEC - ASUS DIGI+ VRM: Digital Power Design for ...
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viii H81M-PLUS specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x DVI port 1 x RGB port 1 x ...pin EATX 12V power connector 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, 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 ...
viii H81M-PLUS specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Support DVD Operating System Support Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x DVI port 1 x RGB port 1 x ...pin EATX 12V power connector 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, 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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...) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR DVI_VGA LGA1150 1-2 24.4cm(9.6in) 2 USB56 USB3_E12 KB_USBPWB LAN_USB34 CHA_FAN USB3_12 BATTERY 6 AUDIO H81M-PLUS RTL 8111G PCIEX16_1 ASM 1042 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 64Mb BIOS Intel® CLRTC 7 H81 8 ALC 887-VD2 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX1_3 USB1112 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 USB910 USBPWF F_PANEL SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SPEAKER 16...
...) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR DVI_VGA LGA1150 1-2 24.4cm(9.6in) 2 USB56 USB3_E12 KB_USBPWB LAN_USB34 CHA_FAN USB3_12 BATTERY 6 AUDIO H81M-PLUS RTL 8111G PCIEX16_1 ASM 1042 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 64Mb BIOS Intel® CLRTC 7 H81 8 ALC 887-VD2 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX1_3 USB1112 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 USB910 USBPWF F_PANEL SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SPEAKER 16...
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... Remove the system unit cover (if your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system... card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . ASUS H81M-PLUS 1-9 Remove the DIMM from the socket. The DIMM might get damaged when it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Support the DIMM lightly...
... Remove the system unit cover (if your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system... card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with it and make the necessary hardware settings for later use . ASUS H81M-PLUS 1-9 Remove the DIMM from the socket. The DIMM might get damaged when it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Support the DIMM lightly...
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... the CMOS RTC RAM data. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking. ASUS H81M-PLUS 1-11 For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. H81M-PLUS USBPWF 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-PLUS USB device wake up • The USB device wake-up . • The...
... the CMOS RTC RAM data. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking. ASUS H81M-PLUS 1-11 For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. H81M-PLUS USBPWF 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-PLUS USB device wake up • The USB device wake-up . • The...
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...-up the computer by pressing a key on the USB keyboard or by clicking on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. KB_USBPWB 12 23 H81M-PLUS +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-PLUS Keyboard and USB device wake up from S5 mode Speed LED Activity Link Speed LED LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE...
...-up the computer by pressing a key on the USB keyboard or by clicking on the +5VSB lead, and a corresponding setting in the BIOS. KB_USBPWB 12 23 H81M-PLUS +5V +5VSB (Default) H81M-PLUS Keyboard and USB device wake up from S5 mode Speed LED Activity Link Speed LED LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE...
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...PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H81M-PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H81M-PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS H81M-PLUS 1-15 See section 2.6.7 Onboard Devices ...Configuration for details. 3. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS...
...PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H81M-PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H81M-PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS H81M-PLUS 1-15 See section 2.6.7 Onboard Devices ...Configuration for details. 3. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS...
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... signal cables. Only the 4-pin CPU fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN VCC H81M-PLUS CHA_FAN H81M-PLUS Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables ... GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND H81M-PLUS SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard...
... signal cables. Only the 4-pin CPU fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN VCC H81M-PLUS CHA_FAN H81M-PLUS Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables ... GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND H81M-PLUS SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard...
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... find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: H81M-PLUS Version:0203 Release Date: 05/28/2013 File: H81M-PLUS-ASUS-0205.CAP Model Name: H81M-PLUS Version:0205 Release Date: 06/18/2013 C:\Users\test\Downloads\H81M-PLUS-ASUS-02... ASUS H81M-PLUS 2-1 To launch EZ Update...
... find and select the BIOS from file Click to select a boot logo Click to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Model Name: H81M-PLUS Version:0203 Release Date: 05/28/2013 File: H81M-PLUS-ASUS-0205.CAP Model Name: H81M-PLUS Version:0205 Release Date: 06/18/2013 C:\Users\test\Downloads\H81M-PLUS-ASUS-02... ASUS H81M-PLUS 2-1 To launch EZ Update...
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... using an OS‑based utility. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to ensure system compatibility and stability. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • This function supports USB flash ...down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to find the BIOS file, and then press to the Folder Info field. 6. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press the Up/Down arrow keys ...
... using an OS‑based utility. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to ensure system compatibility and stability. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • This function supports USB flash ...down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to find the BIOS file, and then press to the Folder Info field. 6. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press the Up/Down arrow keys ...
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... BIOS 3 is not supported under DOS environment. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to enter BIOS Setup to load default BIOS values. The succeeding utility screens are for the BIOS file. Do not save them on the system. 2. ASUS H81M-PLUS...
... BIOS 3 is not supported under DOS environment. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to enter BIOS Setup to load default BIOS values. The succeeding utility screens are for the BIOS file. Do not save them on the system. 2. ASUS H81M-PLUS...
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..., press to a DOS environment 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 H81M-PLUS 0305 06/08/2013 H81M-PLUS-ASUS-0207.CAP 8194 2013-04-08 15:25:48 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started The BIOS Updater screen appears as the boot device. Select the USB flash drive as below...
..., press to a DOS environment 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 H81M-PLUS 0305 06/08/2013 H81M-PLUS-ASUS-0207.CAP 8194 2013-04-08 15:25:48 2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started The BIOS Updater screen appears as the boot device. Select the USB flash drive as below...
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...Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. 4. When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . DO NOT shut down or ...BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you to ensure system compatibility and stability. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you have disconnected them. 3. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Restart your computer. ASUS H81M-PLUS...
...Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. 4. When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . DO NOT shut down or ...BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you to ensure system compatibility and stability. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you have disconnected them. 3. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Restart your computer. ASUS H81M-PLUS...
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... a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see... the reset button on . BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings...
... a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see... the reset button on . BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings...
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... program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced Normal mode mode functions ASUS Optimal Selects the boot mode device priority Power saving mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Loads... system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. ASUS H81M-PLUS 2-7 The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed.
... program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Selects the Advanced Normal mode mode functions ASUS Optimal Selects the boot mode device priority Power saving mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Selects the boot device priority Loads... system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. ASUS H81M-PLUS 2-7 The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed.
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... to select items in English. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is user-configurable, you last modified and saved in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can change the settings....field is not user-configurable. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you delete the default shortcuts, they will appear on your notes. ASUS H81M-PLUS 2-9 Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display the other items on the screen. Quick Note button This button allows you ...
... to select items in English. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is user-configurable, you last modified and saved in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can change the settings....field is not user-configurable. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you delete the default shortcuts, they will appear on your notes. ASUS H81M-PLUS 2-9 Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display the other items on the screen. Quick Note button This button allows you ...
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... SPD Information, system time and date 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started Press on your keyboard or right-click on your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites page. You cannot add the following items to the item. 2. Use the arrow keys to select...
... SPD Information, system time and date 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started Press on your keyboard or right-click on your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites page. You cannot add the following items to the item. 2. Use the arrow keys to select...