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... by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; The GPL and LGPL licensed code in it shipped to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please do NOT send large attachments such as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses. ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE...
... by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; The GPL and LGPL licensed code in it shipped to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please do NOT send large attachments such as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses. ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE...
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... port 1 x LPT port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 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 speaker connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI 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...
... port 1 x LPT port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 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 speaker connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI 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...
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... what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, which means there will be no more intricate system control, including detailed DRAM information. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series Quick and simple overclocking and setup sharing is facilitate by utilizing serial point-to support the new 1155 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 second generation processors. Users can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS...
... what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, which means there will be no more intricate system control, including detailed DRAM information. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series Quick and simple overclocking and setup sharing is facilitate by utilizing serial point-to support the new 1155 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 second generation processors. Users can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS...
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... you do any of the following: - P8H61-M LX Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Any excess memory from a memory module. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with DIMMs of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron...
... you do any of the following: - P8H61-M LX Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Any excess memory from a memory module. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with DIMMs of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron...
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... to the card. 3. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series The following...
... to the card. 3. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.8.3 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series The following...
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... configure an 8-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other audio sources. 5. Line Out port (lime). In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the front panel to a headphone or a speaker. 1.10 1.10.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. PS/2 Mouse (Green). Microphone port (pink). LAN...
... configure an 8-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other audio sources. 5. Line Out port (lime). In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the front panel to a headphone or a speaker. 1.10 1.10.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. PS/2 Mouse (Green). Microphone port (pink). LAN...
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...+ GND NC P8H61-M LX PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND P8H61-M LX USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that supports up to the USB connectors. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to a slot opening at the...
...+ GND NC P8H61-M LX PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND P8H61-M LX USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that supports up to the USB connectors. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to a slot opening at the...
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... contents of the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. The following screen is NOT enabled in your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you can install to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to display their respective menus. To run the DVD. 1-26 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series Click Drivers, Utilities, Manual, Contact, and...
... contents of the Support DVD to avail all motherboard features. The following screen is NOT enabled in your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you can install to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to display their respective menus. To run the DVD. 1-26 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series Click Drivers, Utilities, Manual, Contact, and...
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.... Place the support DVD in the future. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to download then click Next. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. b. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI...
.... Place the support DVD in the future. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to download then click Next. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. b. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI...
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.... Before you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Locate the BIOS file from file, then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to the USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to enable it. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. b. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M LX File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0206...
.... Before you to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Locate the BIOS file from file, then click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to the USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to enable it. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. b. To update the BIOS using an OS‑based utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M LX File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0206...
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... a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8H61MLX.ROM (for P8H61-M LX) or P8H61MLP.ROM (for the BIOS file. Press to switch to the Drive field. 4. 3. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. You can cause system boot failure! Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically...
... a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8H61MLX.ROM (for P8H61-M LX) or P8H61MLP.ROM (for the BIOS file. Press to switch to the Drive field. 4. 3. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. You can cause system boot failure! Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically...
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... BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. 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. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in NTFS format. 3. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults 3. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive...
... BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. 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. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in NTFS format. 3. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults 3. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive...
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... the Exit menu. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. When BIOS update is done, press to confirm BIOS update. Restart your computer. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to update BIOS? DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically...
... the Exit menu. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. When BIOS update is done, press to confirm BIOS update. Restart your computer. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to update BIOS? DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically...
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... 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 - Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Standard mode Turbo mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Refer to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series Boot Menu(F8) Default...
... 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 - Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Standard mode Turbo mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Refer to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series Boot Menu(F8) Default...
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... Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type Realtek LAN Controller Realtek LAN Controller Disabled Realtek PXE OPROM Enabled SPDIF 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...
... Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type Realtek LAN Controller Realtek LAN Controller Disabled Realtek PXE OPROM Enabled SPDIF 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...
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...] to use a fixed iGPU frequency. 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press . Changing the values in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this menu allow you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may...
...] to use a fixed iGPU frequency. 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press . Changing the values in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this menu allow you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may...
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...). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its clock speed to adjust the ratio. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-17 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. 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. The valid value ranges vary according to boot even without support...
...). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its clock speed to adjust the ratio. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-17 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed. 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. The valid value ranges vary according to boot even without support...
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... of SATA devices. And the memory size for add-on random workloads by internal graphics devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to support more than four SATA devices. 2-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series Serial-ATA Controller 0 [Enhanced] This item appears only when you 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 the Serial ATA hard disk drives as the primary boot device. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA...
... of SATA devices. And the memory size for add-on random workloads by internal graphics devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to support more than four SATA devices. 2-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series Serial-ATA Controller 0 [Enhanced] This item appears only when you 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 the Serial ATA hard disk drives as the primary boot device. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA...
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... enable or disable the parallel port (LPT/LPTE). IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; Parallel Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you to select the Printer Port mode. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=3BCh; This feature requires an ATX power supply...
... enable or disable the parallel port (LPT/LPTE). IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; Parallel Port [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you to select the Printer Port mode. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=3BCh; This feature requires an ATX power supply...
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... set the CPU fan warning speed. Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. EFI BIOS Utility - Select Ignore if you do not wish to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature. 2-22 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1201. 2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to display the detected speed. 2.6.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Advanced Mode...
... set the CPU fan warning speed. Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. EFI BIOS Utility - Select Ignore if you do not wish to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature. 2-22 ASUS P8H61-M LX Series F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1201. 2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to display the detected speed. 2.6.3 [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Advanced Mode...