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...Free Open Source Software licenses. Product warranty or service will be much obliged if you wish to this product. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Such software in this email address). 2 The source code... are used only for which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for backup purposes, without the express written permission...
...Free Open Source Software licenses. Product warranty or service will be much obliged if you wish to this product. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Such software in this email address). 2 The source code... are used only for which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for backup purposes, without the express written permission...
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... chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using an adapter or extension cord. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and...
... chapter discusses changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using an adapter or extension cord. Contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and...
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... 1024 MB 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (@ x16 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 2 x PCI slots (continued on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 MHz. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). • When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: D-SUB, HDMI ports - Integrated Graphics Processor - H81M-V3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for 4th...
... 1024 MB 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (@ x16 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 2 x PCI slots (continued on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600 MHz. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). • When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: D-SUB, HDMI ports - Integrated Graphics Processor - H81M-V3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for 4th...
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... Features - ASUS CPU power utility ASUS DRAM Fuse - ASUS GPU Boost - H81M-V3 specifications summary Storage Audio LAN USB ASUS unique features Intel® H81 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) - 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (black) - Realtek® ALC887 7.1-channel Audio CODEC - Realtek 8111G PCIe Gigabit LAN controller Intel® H81 Express Chipset - ASUS AI Suite 3 - Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection and short circuit damage prevention ASUS ESD Guards - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+HDD support - ASUS 4 Phase Power Design -
... Features - ASUS CPU power utility ASUS DRAM Fuse - ASUS GPU Boost - H81M-V3 specifications summary Storage Audio LAN USB ASUS unique features Intel® H81 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) - 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (black) - Realtek® ALC887 7.1-channel Audio CODEC - Realtek 8111G PCIe Gigabit LAN controller Intel® H81 Express Chipset - ASUS AI Suite 3 - Enhanced DRAM overcurrent protection and short circuit damage prevention ASUS ESD Guards - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+HDD support - ASUS 4 Phase Power Design -
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... connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector (PWM mode) 1 x 4-pin Chassis fan connector (PWM and DC mode) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x COM connector 1 x TPM Header 1 x Speaker connector 1 x Clear CMOS connector 1 x System panel connector 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, SLP3.0, EUP-ready WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update...
... connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector (PWM mode) 1 x 4-pin Chassis fan connector (PWM and DC mode) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x COM connector 1 x TPM Header 1 x Speaker connector 1 x Clear CMOS connector 1 x System panel connector 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS v2.7, ACPI v2.0a, SLP3.0, EUP-ready WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities EZ Update...
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... 3.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA3G_1~2) 8. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 9. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 13. TPM header (20-1 pin TPM) 14. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) 2. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB910, USB1112) 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 6 1-19 1-15 1-18 1-4 1-7 1-17 1-17 1-21 1-19 1-20 1-22 1-12 1-16 1-16 1-22 ASUS H81M-V3 1-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 12. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 23...
... 3.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA3G_1~2) 8. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 9. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 13. TPM header (20-1 pin TPM) 14. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) 2. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB910, USB1112) 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 6 1-19 1-15 1-18 1-4 1-7 1-17 1-17 1-21 1-19 1-20 1-22 1-12 1-16 1-16 1-22 ASUS H81M-V3 1-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 10. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 12. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 23...
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... system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is...
... system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is...
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... BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with the screw you intend to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Secure the card to use . 4. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with the PCI Express specifications. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Turn...
... BIOS setup. 2. Align the card connector with the screw you intend to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Secure the card to use . 4. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with the PCI Express specifications. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Turn...
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... introduction 1.6 Headers Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to short the two pins. 3. Use a metal object such as system passwords. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. H81M-V3 CLRTC 12 12 Normal (Default) H81M-V3 Clear RTC RAM Clear CMOS Values (Short) To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as a screwdriver to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Hold down...
... introduction 1.6 Headers Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) This header allows you to short the two pins. 3. Use a metal object such as system passwords. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. H81M-V3 CLRTC 12 12 Normal (Default) H81M-V3 Clear RTC RAM Clear CMOS Values (Short) To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as a screwdriver to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Hold down...
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... from S5 mode Speed LED Activity Link Speed LED LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port ASUS H81M-V3 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 56 12 11 10 9 8 7 1. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port is for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows®...
... from S5 mode Speed LED Activity Link Speed LED LED Status Description OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE 100Mbps connection GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port ASUS H81M-V3 1-13 1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1 2 3 4 56 12 11 10 9 8 7 1. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port is for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows®...
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.... USB 2.0 ports. This 15-pin port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for a VGA monitor or other audio sources. 6. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). 5. This port connects to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 8. Refer to a microphone. Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: • Use a chassis with HD audio module in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. This port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other serial devices. 12. Video Graphics...
.... USB 2.0 ports. This 15-pin port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for a VGA monitor or other audio sources. 6. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). 5. This port connects to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 8. Refer to a microphone. Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: • Use a chassis with HD audio module in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. This port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other serial devices. 12. Video Graphics...
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... 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 setup to this connector is purchased separately. 3. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. By default, this connector. 2. TPM SB_SUS_STAT GND +3VSB SMBSCL LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# FRAME PCICLK H81M-V3 PIN 1 RESET GPIO...
... 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 setup to this connector is purchased separately. 3. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. By default, this connector. 2. TPM SB_SUS_STAT GND +3VSB SMBSCL LAD0 +3V LAD3 PCIRST# FRAME PCICLK H81M-V3 PIN 1 RESET GPIO...
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... not jumpers! To set the chassis fan to DC or PWM, go to the fan connectors. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND +5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND 6. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN(DC mode) CHA_FAN (PWM mode) H81M-V3 H81M-V3 Fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Chassis Fan Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. 1-18...
... not jumpers! To set the chassis fan to DC or PWM, go to the fan connectors. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND +5V CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND 6. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN(DC mode) CHA_FAN (PWM mode) H81M-V3 H81M-V3 Fan connectors • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Chassis Fan Q-Fan Control item in BIOS. 1-18...
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Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is for a serial (COM) port. SPEAKER H81M-V3 PIN 1 H81M-V3 Speaker Out connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out ASUS H81M-V3 1-19 Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM2 PIN 1 H81M-V3 H81M-V3 Serial port (COM2) connector The COM module is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you hear system beeps and warnings. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) This connector is purchased separately. 8. RXD DTR...
Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is for a serial (COM) port. SPEAKER H81M-V3 PIN 1 H81M-V3 Speaker Out connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out ASUS H81M-V3 1-19 Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. COM2 PIN 1 H81M-V3 H81M-V3 Serial port (COM2) connector The COM module is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you hear system beeps and warnings. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) This connector is purchased separately. 8. RXD DTR...
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.... • Ensure that you can install to install If Autorun is enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to avail all motherboard features. ASUS H81M-V3 1-23 To run the DVD. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, and Contact tabs to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to...
.... • Ensure that you can install to install If Autorun is enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Click an icon to display Support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to avail all motherboard features. ASUS H81M-V3 1-23 To run the DVD. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, and Contact tabs to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to...
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... BIOS setup program. Enter the Advanced Mode of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. ASUS H81M-V3 2-1 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press to enable...
... BIOS setup program. Enter the Advanced Mode of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. ASUS H81M-V3 2-1 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press to enable...
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... system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started Press to switch to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Reboot the system when the update process is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to load default BIOS values. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. When found, the utility...
... system boot failure! 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started Press to switch to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Reboot the system when the update process is an auto recovery tool that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to load default BIOS values. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. When found, the utility...
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... motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the DOS-bootable USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. Boot your computer's USB port. 2. ASUS H81M-V3 2-3 This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to your computer. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater...
... motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the DOS-bootable USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. Boot your computer's USB port. 2. ASUS H81M-V3 2-3 This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to your computer. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater...
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The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you have disconnected them. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on . ASUS H81M-V3 2-5 Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). • For BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to...
The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you have disconnected them. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on . ASUS H81M-V3 2-5 Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). • For BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to...
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ASUS H81M-V3 2-7 Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU temperature, CPU voltage output, DRAM information and CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Displays the SATA information Advanced mode menus Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options vary depending on...
ASUS H81M-V3 2-7 Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU temperature, CPU voltage output, DRAM information and CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Displays the SATA information Advanced mode menus Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options vary depending on...