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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P8H61-M LE Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P8H61-M LE Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-9 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
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... to 1920x1200 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with HD audio module in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. P8H61-M LE Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel...
... to 1920x1200 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with HD audio module in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. P8H61-M LE Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel...
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P8H61-M LE Series specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ESD GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS EPU ASUS TurboV ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS AI Suite II ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61-M LE/USB3 only) 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse...
P8H61-M LE Series specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ESD GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS EPU ASUS TurboV ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS AI Suite II ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61-M LE/USB3 only) 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse...
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...i3 processors in the world. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M LE Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual • P8H61-M LE Series motherboards include P8H61-M LE and P8H61-M LE/USB3 two models. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and...another standout in the long line of the items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LE Series motherboard!
...i3 processors in the world. Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M LE Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual • P8H61-M LE Series motherboards include P8H61-M LE and P8H61-M LE/USB3 two models. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and...another standout in the long line of the items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LE Series motherboard!
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...next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is enhanced with USB 3.0 - USB 3.0 support (P8H61-M LE/USB3 only) Experience ultra-fast data transfer at 4.8Gbps with an ACPI management function to boost system performance. It provides ...jacks. PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is the latest single-chipset design to -point links, which enhances system performance. 8-...
...next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is enhanced with USB 3.0 - USB 3.0 support (P8H61-M LE/USB3 only) Experience ultra-fast data transfer at 4.8Gbps with an ACPI management function to boost system performance. It provides ...jacks. PCI Express 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is the latest single-chipset design to -point links, which enhances system performance. 8-...
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... Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that allows you to reduce carbon footprint of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products...
... Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that allows you to reduce carbon footprint of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products...
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... six screws into it. The edge with external ports goes to do so can damage the motherboard. Failure to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M LE/USB3 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
... six screws into it. The edge with external ports goes to do so can damage the motherboard. Failure to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M LE/USB3 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
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...Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout ASUS P8H61-M LE Series motherboards include P8H61-M LE and P8H61-M LE/USB3 two models. The layout varies with models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for P8H61-M LE/USB3 only. 1 23 4 1 20.3cm(8.0in) P8H61-M LE/USB3 only 5 KB_USB56 EPU CPU_FAN 6 TPM... ASM1042 2 USB3_12 CHA_FAN 24.4cm(9.6in) EATXPWR LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E COM1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16 P8H61-M LE/USB3 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 Intel® PCIEX1_2 asmedia ASM1083 H61 32Mb BIOS SB_PWR ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI1 LPT...
...Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout ASUS P8H61-M LE Series motherboards include P8H61-M LE and P8H61-M LE/USB3 two models. The layout varies with models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for P8H61-M LE/USB3 only. 1 23 4 1 20.3cm(8.0in) P8H61-M LE/USB3 only 5 KB_USB56 EPU CPU_FAN 6 TPM... ASM1042 2 USB3_12 CHA_FAN 24.4cm(9.6in) EATXPWR LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E COM1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16 P8H61-M LE/USB3 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 Intel® PCIEX1_2 asmedia ASM1083 H61 32Mb BIOS SB_PWR ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI1 LPT...
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... of the arrow until the load plate is on the socket and damaging the CPU! PnP cap 5. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series The CPU fits in the direction of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches. Load plate 4. Position the CPU...
... of the arrow until the load plate is on the socket and damaging the CPU! PnP cap 5. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series The CPU fits in the direction of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches. Load plate 4. Position the CPU...
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The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. 1-12 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Ensure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes ...
The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. 1-12 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Ensure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes ...
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...) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LE/USB3 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LE/USB3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to ensure correct orientation...
...) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LE/USB3 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LE/USB3 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to ensure correct orientation...
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... sizes in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs ... information from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8H61-M LE Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
... sizes in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs ... information from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8H61-M LE Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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... • • OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65V • • OCZ3X13334GK(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.75V • • (continued on the next page) 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial Crucial Crucial ELPIDA ELPIDA G.SKILL G.SKILL...
... • • OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65V • • OCZ3X13334GK(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.75V • • (continued on the next page) 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial Crucial Crucial ELPIDA ELPIDA G.SKILL G.SKILL...
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... A DIMM is properly seated. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. DIMM notch 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it...
... A DIMM is properly seated. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock a DIMM socket. 2. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. DIMM notch 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it...
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...cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to... RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. P8H61-M LE/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LE/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1.
...cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to default values. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to... RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. P8H61-M LE/USB3 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LE/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1.
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... 6. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. This 15-pin port is for details. 1-22 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series If you connect USB 3.0 devices to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio ... avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to [AC97]. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 (P8H61-M LE/USB3 only). DVI-D port. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I . 10. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)...
... 6. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. This 15-pin port is for details. 1-22 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series If you connect USB 3.0 devices to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio ... avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to [AC97]. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 (P8H61-M LE/USB3 only). DVI-D port. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I . 10. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB)...
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... on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-24 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series These are not jumpers! Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the...
... on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-24 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series These are not jumpers! Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the...
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... GND GND GND GND GND PIN 1 STB# PD0 PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT P8H61-M LE/USB3 P8H61-M LE/USB3 LPT connector 1-26 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL PIN 1... System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR Ground Reset Ground P8H61-M LE/USB3 IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8H61-M LE/USB3 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system...
... GND GND GND GND GND PIN 1 STB# PD0 PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT P8H61-M LE/USB3 P8H61-M LE/USB3 LPT connector 1-26 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL PIN 1... System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR Ground Reset Ground P8H61-M LE/USB3 IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8H61-M LE/USB3 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system...
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Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, ...® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Refer to your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to maximize the features of ASUS motherboard. To run the DVD. 1-28 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Click an icon...
Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.11.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, ...® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Refer to your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to maximize the features of ASUS motherboard. To run the DVD. 1-28 ASUS P8H61-M LE Series Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Click an icon...
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... 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility v01.02 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M LE/USB3 File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0302 Folder Info 02/17/11 10:23p 4194304 Exit DATE: 02/18/... 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 Before you to the USB port. 2. Updating from file, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Go to the Tool menu to select...
... 2 feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility v01.02 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M LE/USB3 File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0302 Folder Info 02/17/11 10:23p 4194304 Exit DATE: 02/18/... 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 Before you to the USB port. 2. Updating from file, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Go to the Tool menu to select...