P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 1
Motherboard P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series • P8H61-M LX R2.0 • P8H61-M PLUS R2.0
Motherboard P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series • P8H61-M LX R2.0 • P8H61-M PLUS R2.0
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 3
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii P8H61-M LX R2.0 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 ASUS DIGI+VRM 1-3 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii P8H61-M LX R2.0 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 ASUS DIGI+VRM 1-3 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 6
...your area. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the... motherboard and adding components, carefully read all power cables are connected. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using,...
...your area. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the... motherboard and adding components, carefully read all power cables are connected. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using,...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 7
... to prevent damage to yourself when completing a task. vii NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following symbols used throughout this manual. Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you ...you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the supported features of the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter provides a detailed guide to complete a task.
... to prevent damage to yourself when completing a task. vii NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following symbols used throughout this manual. Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you ...you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the supported features of the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter provides a detailed guide to complete a task.
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 11
... powerful and energy efficient CPUs in LGA1155 package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series motherboard! Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 This provides great graphics performance. Thank you start installing the motherboard and adding components, check the items in your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights Intel®...
... powerful and energy efficient CPUs in LGA1155 package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series motherboard! Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 This provides great graphics performance. Thank you start installing the motherboard and adding components, check the items in your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights Intel®...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 12
...is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors. • Due to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 PCIe 3.0 will be no more confusion of the current PCIe 2.0. It is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™..., multimedia, and Internet applications. 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 features data transfer rates of 2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066MHz to ...
...is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors. • Due to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 PCIe 3.0 will be no more confusion of the current PCIe 2.0. It is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™..., multimedia, and Internet applications. 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 features data transfer rates of 2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066MHz to ...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 13
...is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more intricate system settings. ASUS DIGI+VRM Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for various overclocking scenarios, with full storage space utilization, ...current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. 1.3.2 1.3.3 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61-M LX R2.0 PLUS R2.0 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS control ...
...is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more intricate system settings. ASUS DIGI+VRM Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for various overclocking scenarios, with full storage space utilization, ...current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. 1.3.2 1.3.3 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61-M LX R2.0 PLUS R2.0 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS control ...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 14
... Guards clamp the ESD voltage and shunt the majority of the ESD current away for motherboard users, but also lowers the temperature of radiation. 1. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to convert your favorite photo into one software offers diverse ...not only provides visual enjoyment for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from harmful electromagnetic exposure by different climate conditions in different...
... Guards clamp the ESD voltage and shunt the majority of the ESD current away for motherboard users, but also lowers the temperature of radiation. 1. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to convert your favorite photo into one software offers diverse ...not only provides visual enjoyment for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from harmful electromagnetic exposure by different climate conditions in different...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 15
...settings. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ErP ready The motherboard is in regards to energy consumptions. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products ...to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and ...
...settings. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ErP ready The motherboard is in regards to energy consumptions. This is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products ...to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and ...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 16
... bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. SB_PWR P8H61-M LX R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M LX R2.0 Onboard LED 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. The...
... bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. SB_PWR P8H61-M LX R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M LX R2.0 Onboard LED 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. The...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 17
... six screws as indicated by the circles in the correct orientation. Ensure that the motherboard fits before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M LX R2.0 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview Study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you place it into...
... six screws as indicated by the circles in the correct orientation. Ensure that the motherboard fits before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M LX R2.0 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 1.5 Motherboard overview Study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you place it into...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 18
...1-24 11. System panel connector (10-1 pin F-PANEL) 1-25 1-22 8. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-21 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1/2/3/4) 6. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin...Motherboard layout 12 3 1 4 18.3cm(7.2in) KBMS DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN COM ATX12V DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) LPT VGA LGA1155 USB34 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN1_USB12 EATXPWR RTL 8111E/ 8111F Lithium Cell CMOS Power 2 CHA_FAN AUDIO PCIEX16 P8H61-M LX R2...
...1-24 11. System panel connector (10-1 pin F-PANEL) 1-25 1-22 8. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-21 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1/2/3/4) 6. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin...Motherboard layout 12 3 1 4 18.3cm(7.2in) KBMS DIGI +VRM CPU_FAN COM ATX12V DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) LPT VGA LGA1155 USB34 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN1_USB12 EATXPWR RTL 8111E/ 8111F Lithium Cell CMOS Power 2 CHA_FAN AUDIO PCIEX16 P8H61-M LX R2...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 19
P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the ... Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™...
P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the ... Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 20
Press the load lever with your thumb (A), and then move it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Load lever A B Retention tab Load plate 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 To prevent damage to the right (B) until the load plate is released from the retention tab. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until it is completely lifted. P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1.
Press the load lever with your thumb (A), and then move it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Load lever A B Retention tab Load plate 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 To prevent damage to the right (B) until the load plate is released from the retention tab. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until it is completely lifted. P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1.
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 23
... assembly in size and dimension. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. A B A B B A 1 1 B A The type of the installed CPU, ensuring that you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package...
... assembly in size and dimension. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. A B A B B A 1 1 B A The type of the installed CPU, ensuring that you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 24
...the CPU fan connector! Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and... and fan: 1. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. A B A B B A B A 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 3.
...the CPU fan connector! Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and... and fan: 1. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. A B A B B A B A 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 3.
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 25
... 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15 Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation...
... 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15 Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 26
...OS. - Use a maximum of the following: - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking ...use a more memory on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of the lower-sized channel for the latest QVL. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS ...
...OS. - Use a maximum of the following: - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking ...use a more memory on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of the lower-sized channel for the latest QVL. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS ...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 27
... - - - 1.65V • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) Size 4GB(2 x 2GB) SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX Transcend Transcend Transcend PATRIOT Part No. Timing - Chip NO. Size SS...
... - - - 1.65V • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) Size 4GB(2 x 2GB) SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX Transcend Transcend Transcend PATRIOT Part No. Timing - Chip NO. Size SS...
P8H61-M LX PLUS R2 User's Manual
Page 33
... key on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1.
... key on the socket such that it flips out with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1.