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... "work that is eager to duly provide complete source code as stated in writing by sending a request to this product. ii The GPL and LGPL licensed code in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may contain copyrighted software that uses the Library") for free by downloading it shipped to have it from http://support.asus.com/download; IN...
... "work that is eager to duly provide complete source code as stated in writing by sending a request to this product. ii The GPL and LGPL licensed code in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may contain copyrighted software that uses the Library") for free by downloading it shipped to have it from http://support.asus.com/download; IN...
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... 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 CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x COM connector 1 x LPT connector 1 x TPM connector (P8H61-M LE/USB3 only) 1 x System panel connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM...
... 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 CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x COM connector 1 x LPT connector 1 x TPM connector (P8H61-M LE/USB3 only) 1 x System panel connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM...
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... LAN controller. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to support the new 1155 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 second generation processors. Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio...
... LAN controller. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to support the new 1155 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 second generation processors. Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio...
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... are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM...
... are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM...
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... the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that they support. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to install expansion cards. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Failure to do not need to use . 4. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it...
... the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that they support. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you intend to install expansion cards. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Failure to do not need to use . 4. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it...
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... ASUS P8H61-M LE Series P8H61-M LE/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LE/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin...
... ASUS P8H61-M LE Series P8H61-M LE/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LE/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin...
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... to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can 't be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.0/2.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any DVI-D compatible device. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup...
... to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can 't be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.0/2.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any DVI-D compatible device. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup...
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...LE/USB3 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-24 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports ASUS FanXpert feature. 5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables...
...LE/USB3 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-24 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports ASUS FanXpert feature. 5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables...
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... GND P8H61-M LE/USB3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 P8H61-M LE/USB3 SATA connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to 480 Mbps connection speed. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. 6. The USB module cable is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-25 USB78 USB910 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC P8H61-M LE/USB3 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB...
... GND P8H61-M LE/USB3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 P8H61-M LE/USB3 SATA connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to 480 Mbps connection speed. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. 6. The USB module cable is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-25 USB78 USB910 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC P8H61-M LE/USB3 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB...
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... utilities that you can install to display their respective menus. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to avail all motherboard features. Refer to your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for reference only. The following screen is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The contents of ASUS motherboard. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard...
... utilities that you can install to display their respective menus. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and Contact tabs to avail all motherboard features. Refer to your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for reference only. The following screen is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The contents of ASUS motherboard. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard...
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... original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet a. c. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows...
... original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet a. c. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows...
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...: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0302 Folder Info 02/17/11 10:23p 4194304 Exit DATE: 02/18/2011 P8H61MLE.ROM File Info MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Always update the utility to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1.
...: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0302 Folder Info 02/17/11 10:23p 4194304 Exit DATE: 02/18/2011 P8H61MLE.ROM File Info MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Always update the utility to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1.
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... updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that you to enter BIOS Setup to the Drive field. 4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The utility automatically checks the devices for P8H61-M LE/USB3). • The BIOS file in the removable device into P8H61MLE.ROM (for P8H61-M LE) or P8H61MLU.ROM (for the BIOS file...
... updated BIOS file. • Before using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that you to enter BIOS Setup to the Drive field. 4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The utility automatically checks the devices for P8H61-M LE/USB3). • The BIOS file in the removable device into P8H61MLE.ROM (for P8H61-M LE) or P8H61MLU.ROM (for the BIOS file...
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... actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to boot using defaults 3. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive...
... actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to boot using defaults 3. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive...
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... boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. Restart your computer. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater...
... boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. Restart your computer. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater...
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... installed 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 EFI BIOS Utility - Boot Menu(F8) Default(F5) Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program Clicks to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup...
... installed 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 EFI BIOS Utility - Boot Menu(F8) Default(F5) Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program Clicks to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup...
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...\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type SPDIF Realtek LAN Controller Realtek LAN Controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled Enabled Enabled Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Enabled Disabled > Serial Port Configuration > Parallel Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Realtek LAN →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar...
...\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type SPDIF Realtek LAN Controller Realtek LAN Controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled Enabled Enabled Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Enabled Disabled > Serial Port Configuration > Parallel Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Realtek LAN →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar...
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... to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-18 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run faster than marked frequency in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This...
... to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-18 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run faster than marked frequency in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This...
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... device is installed to four SATA devices are supported under these operating systems. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as the primary boot device. SATA Mode [IDE Mode] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you to enable or disable the internal graphics...
... device is installed to four SATA devices are supported under these operating systems. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as the primary boot device. SATA Mode [IDE Mode] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SATA function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you to enable or disable the internal graphics...
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... display the detected speed. 2.6.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-23 EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Select Ignore if you to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Temperature...
... display the detected speed. 2.6.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-23 EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Select Ignore if you to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Temperature...