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...(XMP) • Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS H81M-V3 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 ... 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. H81M-V3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for 4th...
...(XMP) • Hyper DIMM support is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS H81M-V3 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 ... 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. H81M-V3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots LGA1150 socket for 4th...
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Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS H81M-V3 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS H81M-V3 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
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...COM2) 2. 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 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 4 19.8cm(7.8in) 35 KBMS ATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN COM DDR3...LPT LGA1150 2 24.4cm(9.6in) EATXPWR HDMI USB3_12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 LAN_USB34 ASM 1442K CHA_FAN AUDIO RTL 8111G COM BATTERY PCIEX16 H81M-V3 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 ASM 1083 PCI1 Intel® H81 8Mb BIOS ALC 887-VD2 SPDIF_OUT AAFP TPM PCI2 CLRTC USB56 CHASSIS...
...COM2) 2. 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 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1 23 4 19.8cm(7.8in) 35 KBMS ATX12V DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN COM DDR3...LPT LGA1150 2 24.4cm(9.6in) EATXPWR HDMI USB3_12 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 LAN_USB34 ASM 1442K CHA_FAN AUDIO RTL 8111G COM BATTERY PCIEX16 H81M-V3 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 ASM 1083 PCI1 Intel® H81 8Mb BIOS ALC 887-VD2 SPDIF_OUT AAFP TPM PCI2 CLRTC USB56 CHASSIS...
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DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H81M-V3 H81M-V3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS H81M-V3 1-7 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H81M-V3 H81M-V3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 ASUS H81M-V3 1-7 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To install a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM ASUS H81M-V3 1-9
1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To install a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM ASUS H81M-V3 1-9
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... better performance 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 LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Off Orange Orange (Blinking) Orange (Blinking then steady) Description No link Linked Data activity Ready to...
... better performance 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 LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Off Orange Orange (Blinking) Orange (Blinking then steady) Description No link Linked Data activity Ready to...
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... system, we recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices or when you are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. ASUS H81M-V3 1-15 The power supply plugs are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to fit these connectors in only one orientation...
... system, we recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices or when you are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. ASUS H81M-V3 1-15 The power supply plugs are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to fit these connectors in only one orientation...
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...set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS H81M-V3 1-17 Intel® H81 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~2 [gray]) This connector connects to [AHCI]. See section 2.6.3 SATA ...Configuration for details. 5. GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-V3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 H81M-V3 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ...
...set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS H81M-V3 1-17 Intel® H81 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~2 [gray]) This connector connects to [AHCI]. See section 2.6.3 SATA ...Configuration for details. 5. GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND H81M-V3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 H81M-V3 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to Serial ...
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... port (COM2) connector The COM module 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 Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is purchased separately. 8. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a ...
... port (COM2) connector The COM module 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 Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-pin connector is purchased separately. 8. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a ...
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...; Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS H81M-V3 1-21 Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. System panel connector (10-1...) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR GND HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- F_PANEL +PWR LED PWR BTN PIN 1 H81M-V3 +HDD_LED RESET H81M-V3 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED.
...; Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS H81M-V3 1-21 Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. System panel connector (10-1...) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. PWR_LED+ PWR_LEDPWR GND HDD_LED+ HDD_LED- F_PANEL +PWR LED PWR BTN PIN 1 H81M-V3 +HDD_LED RESET H81M-V3 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED.
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... features. The contents of your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you can install to change at www.asus.com for updates. To run the DVD. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, and Contact tabs to locate the ...Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only. ASUS H81M-V3 1-23 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 / Windows®...
... features. The contents of your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you can install to change at www.asus.com for updates. To run the DVD. Click Drivers, Utilities, AHCI Driver, Manual, and Contact tabs to locate the ...Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for reference only. ASUS H81M-V3 1-23 1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 / Windows®...
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... that allows you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. With this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press to switch to enable it. 3. Enter the Advanced Mode of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk... system goes into POST. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUS H81M-V3 2-1 EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to automatically update your BIOS 2 Save a copy...
... that allows you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. With this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press to switch to enable it. 3. Enter the Advanced Mode of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk... system goes into POST. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUS H81M-V3 2-1 EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to automatically update your BIOS 2 Save a copy...
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... you can use as shown. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to update BIOS in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. ASUS H81M-V3 2-3 Before updating BIOS 1. Booting the system in NTFS format. 3. The actual utility screen displays may not be same...
... you can use as shown. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to update BIOS in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. ASUS H81M-V3 2-3 Before updating BIOS 1. Booting the system in NTFS format. 3. The actual utility screen displays may not be same...
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... BIOS default settings to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. ASUS H81M-V3 2-5 Refer to section 2.10 Exit menu for details. • Ensure to ensure system compatibility and stability.
... BIOS default settings to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. ASUS H81M-V3 2-5 Refer to section 2.10 Exit menu for details. • Ensure to ensure system compatibility and stability.
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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 ...
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 ...
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... submenu options • User-configurable items such as language and boot device order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date ASUS H81M-V3 2-9
... submenu options • User-configurable items such as language and boot device order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date ASUS H81M-V3 2-9
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The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the other items. ASUS H81M-V3 2-11 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to malfunction.
The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the other items. ASUS H81M-V3 2-11 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to malfunction.
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Scroll down to change the system boot options. 2.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display the other items. ASUS H81M-V3 2-13
Scroll down to change the system boot options. 2.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display the other items. ASUS H81M-V3 2-13