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... About this guide vii P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1-4 1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-7 1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-8...Jumpers 1-19 1.7 Connectors 1-20 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-20 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-21 1.8 Software support 1-27 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-27...
... About this guide vii P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1-4 1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-7 1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-8...Jumpers 1-19 1.7 Connectors 1-20 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-20 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-21 1.8 Software support 1-27 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-27...
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... PCI slot * PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel 3rd generation Core™ processors Intel® H61 Express Chipset: 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors - asus.com for CPU support list Intel® H61 Express Chipset 2...ASUS Crash Free BIOS3 ASUS Network iControl ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS GPU Boost (continued on the next page) ix P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features LGA1155 socket for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Multi-VGA Output Support...
... PCI slot * PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel 3rd generation Core™ processors Intel® H61 Express Chipset: 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors - asus.com for CPU support list Intel® H61 Express Chipset 2...ASUS Crash Free BIOS3 ASUS Network iControl ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS GPU Boost (continued on the next page) ix P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features LGA1155 socket for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Multi-VGA Output Support...
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...Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0 ports 3 x Audio Jacks 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x TPM header 1 ... PXE, PME Wake Up, WOR by Ring 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.82 cm) * Specifications ...
...Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0 ports 3 x Audio Jacks 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x TPM header 1 ... PXE, PME Wake Up, WOR by Ring 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.82 cm) * Specifications ...
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... if the PnP cap is released from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests ...asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. ASUS...
... if the PnP cap is released from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests ...asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. ASUS...
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...5V KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 7 1.5V Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Check with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - In addition, DDR3 2133...1866 will run at 1800 MHz default. • Due to the memory address limitation on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the following: - Crucial CT25672BA1067.18FF 2GB DS Micron 9GF22D9KPT(ECC) 7 -...
...5V KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 7 1.5V Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Check with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - In addition, DDR3 2133...1866 will run at 1800 MHz default. • Due to the memory address limitation on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the following: - Crucial CT25672BA1067.18FF 2GB DS Micron 9GF22D9KPT(ECC) 7 -...
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... components. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. 5. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU connectors Do not forget...
... components. The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. 5. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU connectors Do not forget...
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... operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in submenu may be... different due to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Scroll down to display the following items: Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor...
... operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in submenu may be... different due to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Scroll down to display the following items: Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor...
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... to adjust the ratio. CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. The valid value ranges vary according to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 This item should be...
... to adjust the ratio. CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. The valid value ranges vary according to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 This item should be...
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...Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to enable or disable the Active Page Threshold Support. Configuration options: [Immediately] [1 minute] [2 minute] [5 minute] [10 minute] [...15 minute] [30 minute] [1 hour] [2 hours] Active Page Threshold Support [Disabled] Allows you set the RTC wake timer at S3 entry. CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. 2.5.2 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to...
...Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to enable or disable the Active Page Threshold Support. Configuration options: [Immediately] [1 minute] [2 minute] [5 minute] [10 minute] [...15 minute] [30 minute] [1 hour] [2 hours] Active Page Threshold Support [Disabled] Allows you set the RTC wake timer at S3 entry. CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. 2.5.2 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to...
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...at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-26 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 60% to ...set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual]. The values range from 40ºC to 90ºC. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to 100%. CPU Fan Min. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item...
...at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-26 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 60% to ...set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual]. The values range from 40ºC to 90ºC. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to 100%. CPU Fan Min. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item...