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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii P8H61-M LE R2.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 DIGI+VRM Digital Power Design 1-2 1.1.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.1.4 Other special features 1-4 1.2 Before you proceed 1-5 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.4.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.4.2 CPU...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii P8H61-M LE R2.0 specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 DIGI+VRM Digital Power Design 1-2 1.1.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-2 1.1.4 Other special features 1-4 1.2 Before you proceed 1-5 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.4.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.4.2 CPU...
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..., slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not try to the ...before you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...
..., slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not try to the ...before you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...
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Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters 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 ...dealer. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information Refer to the following parts: • ...
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters 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 ...dealer. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Where to find more information Refer to the following parts: • ...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. P8H61-M LE R2.0 ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 motherboard User Manual 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O-Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. P8H61-M LE R2.0 ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 motherboard User Manual 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O-Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
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... of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. This provides great graphics performance. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-1 Dual-Channel DDR3 2200 (O.C.)*/ 2133 (O.C.)/ 2000 (O.C.)/ 1866 (O.C.)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automatically detects and identifies what types of inappropriate connection, which increases... Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium®/ Celeron® processors in the world.
... of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. This provides great graphics performance. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-1 Dual-Channel DDR3 2200 (O.C.)*/ 2133 (O.C.)/ 2000 (O.C.)/ 1866 (O.C.)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automatically detects and identifies what types of inappropriate connection, which increases... Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium®/ Celeron® processors in the world.
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... Vcore voltages. It offers a system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the component's lifespan. 1.1.3 Innovative ASUS features Network iControl Network iControl is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems.... 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for most accessed information • ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with ...
... Vcore voltages. It offers a system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the component's lifespan. 1.1.3 Innovative ASUS features Network iControl Network iControl is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems.... 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for most accessed information • ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with ...
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ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). Simply shut down and reboot the system, and...graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments, and easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for the best overclocking settings in different scenarios. C.P.R. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-3 Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via a ...
ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). Simply shut down and reboot the system, and...graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments, and easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for the best overclocking settings in different scenarios. C.P.R. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-3 Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via a ...
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... the graphics cards' high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance. When the discrete graphics cards are not in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to the best available graphics resource based on... operating system. ** Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ processors support the Intel® Quick Sync Video feature. ErP Ready The motherboard is European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to enjoy ...
... the graphics cards' high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance. When the discrete graphics cards are not in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to the best available graphics resource based on... operating system. ** Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ processors support the Intel® Quick Sync Video feature. ErP Ready The motherboard is European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to enjoy ...
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SB_PWR P8H61-M LE R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M LE R2.0 Onboard LED ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-5 This is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • ... the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 1.2 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause...
SB_PWR P8H61-M LE R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M LE R2.0 Onboard LED ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-5 This is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any component. • ... the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 1.2 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause...
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... into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.3 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that...
... into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to the chassis. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.3 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that...
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.../incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-9 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the...
.../incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-9 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the...
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DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LE R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LE R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview The 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. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LE R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LE R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview The 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.
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...these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • Due to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. To operate at the vendor-marked... a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-15 For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. •...
...these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • Due to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. To operate at the vendor-marked... a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-15 For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. •...
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... key A DIMM is properly seated. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in only one direction. DIMM notch 2. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-21 Remove the DIMM from the socket. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.5.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components...
... key A DIMM is properly seated. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket in only one direction. DIMM notch 2. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-21 Remove the DIMM from the socket. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. 1.5.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components...
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...intend to use . 4. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that the cards do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. ...When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with it by adjusting the software settings. ...
...intend to use . 4. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that the cards do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Align the card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 6. ...When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with it by adjusting the software settings. ...
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ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-23 Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0. 1.6.3 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at 16x mode) that supports PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications.
ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-23 Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0. 1.6.3 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at 16x mode) that supports PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications.
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...motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [HD]. 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 legacy...
...motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [HD]. 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 legacy...
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... RI P8H61-M LE R2.0 P8H61-M LE R2.0 Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LE R2.0 CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND P8H61-M LE R2... this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports ASUS FanXpert feature. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction
... RI P8H61-M LE R2.0 P8H61-M LE R2.0 Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LE R2.0 CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND P8H61-M LE R2... this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports ASUS FanXpert feature. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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...motherboard! These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. The USB module cable is purchased separately. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-31 USB910 USB78 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P8H61-M LE R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 P8H61-M LE R2... a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. P8H61-M LE R2.0 P8H61-M LE R2.0 TPM connector TPM module is purchased separately. 9. Connect the USB module cable to any of these ...
...motherboard! These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. The USB module cable is purchased separately. ASUS P8H61-M LE R2.0 1-31 USB910 USB78 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P8H61-M LE R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 P8H61-M LE R2... a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. P8H61-M LE R2.0 P8H61-M LE R2.0 TPM connector TPM module is purchased separately. 9. Connect the USB module cable to any of these ...