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Profile 2-29 2.9 Exit menu...2-30 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A 2-26 2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled 2-26 2.6.4 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage...Boot menu 2-27 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On 2-27 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled 2-27 2.7.3 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-28 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-28 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-28 2.7.6 UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enabled both UEFI and Legacy 2-28 2.7.7 PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM 2-28 2.7.8 Boot Option Priorities 2-28...
Profile 2-29 2.9 Exit menu...2-30 Appendices Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A 2-26 2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled 2-26 2.6.4 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage...Boot menu 2-27 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On 2-27 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled 2-27 2.7.3 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-28 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-28 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-28 2.7.6 UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enabled both UEFI and Legacy 2-28 2.7.7 PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM 2-28 2.7.8 Boot Option Priorities 2-28...
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... are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that... the motherboard. These documents are also provided. vii Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for...
... are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that... the motherboard. These documents are also provided. vii Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for...
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... connectors ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS AI Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS My Logo 2 * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - P8H61-M LE R2.0 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive ... ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Turbo V - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use - ASUS Disk...
... connectors ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS AI Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS My Logo 2 * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - P8H61-M LE R2.0 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive ... ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Turbo V - ASUS GPU Boost - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use - ASUS Disk...
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xi P8H61-M LE R2.0 specifications summary Accessories BIOS features Support DVD Form factor 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, SM BIOS v2.7, F12 Printscreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Micro ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.8 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xi P8H61-M LE R2.0 specifications summary Accessories BIOS features Support DVD Form factor 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, SM BIOS v2.7, F12 Printscreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Micro ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.8 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... detects the current system load and intelligently moderates power usage. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for most accessed information • ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, ...full potential. Accurate delivery reduces waste, and provides more convenient online experience. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you...
... detects the current system load and intelligently moderates power usage. ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features: • F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey • F3 Shortcut for most accessed information • ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, ...full potential. Accurate delivery reduces waste, and provides more convenient online experience. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows you...
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... frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via a mobile device, and other easy-to overclocking failure. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-3 GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments, and easily...Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection...
... frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via a mobile device, and other easy-to overclocking failure. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-3 GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments, and easily...Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection...
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..., read the documentation that the cards do so may need to do not need IRQ assignments. Turn on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. 1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an ...cards. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to the card. 3.
..., read the documentation that the cards do so may need to do not need IRQ assignments. Turn on the slot. 5. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. 1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an ...cards. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to the card. 3.
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... resets parameter settings to pins 2-3. For system failure due to reenter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to default values. 1-24 Chapter 1: ... The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. P8H61-M LE R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LE R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system ...
... resets parameter settings to pins 2-3. For system failure due to reenter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to default values. 1-24 Chapter 1: ... The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. P8H61-M LE R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LE R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system ...
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...BIOS setup to [AC97]. 6. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M LE R2....0 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M LE R2.0 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or ...
...BIOS setup to [AC97]. 6. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M LE R2....0 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M LE R2.0 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or ...
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... RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND 7. SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 P8H61-M LE R2.0 SATA3G_4 P8H61-M LE R2.0 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot...-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to H61 Chipset limitation, AHCI Mode only works on Windows® Vista/Windows...
... RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND 7. SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 P8H61-M LE R2.0 SATA3G_4 P8H61-M LE R2.0 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot...-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to H61 Chipset limitation, AHCI Mode only works on Windows® Vista/Windows...
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...in case you need to restore the BIOS in the support DVD that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the following methods: ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-1 Place the support DVD in... the optical drive. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. The ASUS Update main screen appears...
...in case you need to restore the BIOS in the support DVD that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the following methods: ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-1 Place the support DVD in... the optical drive. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. The ASUS Update main screen appears...
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... the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. 3. Press to switch to perform the BIOS update process. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Before you to prevent system boot failure...you to download then click Next. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. b. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you wish to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Enter the Advanced ...
... the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to enable it. 3. Press to switch to perform the BIOS update process. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Before you to prevent system boot failure...you to download then click Next. Updating from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. b. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you wish to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Enter the Advanced ...
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... the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to the USB port. 3. You can cause system...
... the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-3 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to the USB port. 3. You can cause system...
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...disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Before updating BIOS 1. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Insert the support DVD into the optical... drive in DOS environment. Boot your computer. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition...
...disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Before updating BIOS 1. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Insert the support DVD into the optical... drive in DOS environment. Boot your computer. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition...
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... fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-5 When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to confirm BIOS update. 4. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you have disconnected them...
... fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-5 When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to confirm BIOS update. 4. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you have disconnected them...
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... at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for information on how to your data or system. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to the default value. We recommend to turn the system ... this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any...
... at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for information on how to your data or system. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to the default value. We recommend to turn the system ... this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any...
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...the Setup Mode item in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-7 The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Selects the boot device priority • The boot...to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, 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 Selects the boot device priority ...
...the Setup Mode item in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-7 The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Selects the boot device priority • The boot...to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, 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 Selects the boot device priority ...
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To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot ... the system temperature, power status, and changing the For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Submenu item Pop-up window Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top...
To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot ... the system temperature, power status, and changing the For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Submenu item Pop-up window Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top...
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... window with the configuration options for the BIOS setup program. To display the submenu, select the item and press . General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is highlighted when selected. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the selected item. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-9 For example, selecting Main shows the...
... window with the configuration options for the BIOS setup program. To display the submenu, select the item and press . General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is highlighted when selected. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the selected item. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 2-9 For example, selecting Main shows the...
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After you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. See section 1.7 Jumpers for information on top of the screen show Installed. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started Configuration options: [English] [Espa... items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or...
After you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. See section 1.7 Jumpers for information on top of the screen show Installed. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting started Configuration options: [English] [Espa... items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or...