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... devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is set to ... power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are connected. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord.
... devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is set to ... power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are connected. If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord.
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... market. ** Refer to support an 8-channel audio output. 10 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) ... than 3GB. resolution up to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports Multi-Streaming * Use a chassis with max. P8H61-M LX3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Rear panel ports LGA1155 socket...
... market. ** Refer to support an 8-channel audio output. 10 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) ... than 3GB. resolution up to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports Multi-Streaming * Use a chassis with max. P8H61-M LX3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Rear panel ports LGA1155 socket...
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ix P8H61-M LX3 specifications summary Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x 4-pin chassis ... 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 WOL, PXE, PME Wake Up 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 version) MicroATX form factor: 8.9 in...
ix P8H61-M LX3 specifications summary Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x 4-pin chassis ... 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 WOL, PXE, PME Wake Up 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 version) MicroATX form factor: 8.9 in...
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... an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Secure the card to use . 4. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion ... Express specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . Keep the screw for the expansion card.
... an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Secure the card to use . 4. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion ... Express specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . Keep the screw for the expansion card.
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... default values. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Realtek 8111F controller - shared - - - - - - 1.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter...
... default values. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Realtek 8111F controller - shared - - - - - - 1.6 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter...
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USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. PS/2 Keyboard port. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector, set to [AC97]. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. D-Sub port. 6. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB.... This port connects to a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for details. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 This 15-pin port connects to a PS/2 keyboard. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1.
USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. PS/2 Keyboard port. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector, set to [AC97]. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. D-Sub port. 6. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB.... This port connects to a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for details. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 This 15-pin port connects to a PS/2 keyboard. 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1.
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... system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8H61-M LX3 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK ... a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to fit these connectors in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables.
... system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are designed to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8H61-M LX3 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK ... a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to fit these connectors in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables.
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... Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. b. The Specials menu appears. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet a. Copy the original motherboard...
... Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. b. The Specials menu appears. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the following methods: Updating from the Internet a. Copy the original motherboard...
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...updating itself through the Internet. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to avail all its features. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M LX3 File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0301 Folder Info 01/13/11 10...PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Before you to enable it. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. b. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the BIOS setup program. Always update the utility to the USB port. 2....
...updating itself through the Internet. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to avail all its features. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8H61-M LX3 File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0301 Folder Info 01/13/11 10...PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Before you to enable it. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. b. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the BIOS setup program. Always update the utility to the USB port. 2....
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... hard disk drives (optional). The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. Insert the support DVD into the optical...; DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to find the USB flash disk that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Press the Up...
... hard disk drives (optional). The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. Insert the support DVD into the optical...; DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to find the USB flash disk that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Press the Up...
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... backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. Note Saving BIOS: 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and ... filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M LX3 VER: 0301 DATE: 11/28/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. When...
... backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. Note Saving BIOS: 2-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[filename] and ... filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M LX3 VER: 0301 DATE: 11/28/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. When...
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... and press . Yes No 4. Restart your computer. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to ensure system compatibility and stability. When BIOS update is done, press to confirm BIOS update. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M LX3 VER: 0301 DATE: 11/28/2011 Update ROM...
... and press . Yes No 4. Restart your computer. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to ensure system compatibility and stability. When BIOS update is done, press to confirm BIOS update. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H61-M LX3 VER: 0301 DATE: 11/28/2011 Update ROM...
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... after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to turn the system off then back on how to erase the RTC RAM. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the ...operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for details. • If the system fails to boot ...
... after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to turn the system off then back on how to erase the RTC RAM. 2-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the ...operating system can cause damage to your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for details. • If the system fails to boot ...
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... program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-7 EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61-M LX3 BIOS Version : 0301 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Build Date... can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in section� 2.7 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Standard mode Turbo mode Selects ...
... program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-7 EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H61-M LX3 BIOS Version : 0301 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Build Date... can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in section� 2.7 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Standard mode Turbo mode Selects ...
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... Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Pop-up window Scroll bar ...Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Advanced Mode General help Exit ...
... Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Pop-up window Scroll bar ...Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Advanced Mode General help Exit ...
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... is not user-configurable. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of options. You cannot select an item that the item has a submenu. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 To display the submenu, select the item and press . Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to display a... options for that do not fit on the right side of the field opposite the item. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to display the other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the screen. A ...
... is not user-configurable. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of options. You cannot select an item that the item has a submenu. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 To display the submenu, select the item and press . Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to display a... options for that do not fit on the right side of the field opposite the item. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to display the other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the screen. A ...
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... default language 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to choose the BIOS language version from the options. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on top of the screen show Installed. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 After you enter the Advanced Mode of the basic system...
... default language 2.3.1 System Language [English] Allows you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to choose the BIOS language version from the options. See section 1.6 Jumpers for information on top of the screen show Installed. 2-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 After you enter the Advanced Mode of the basic system...
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...see or change only selected fields in the current password, then press . 3. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the BIOS setup program. Confirm the password when prompted. User Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the ...Password box, key in changing an administrator password, but press when prompted to create/confirm the password. Confirm the password when prompted. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-11 To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in a password, then press . 3. The User Password item on...
...see or change only selected fields in the current password, then press . 3. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the BIOS setup program. Confirm the password when prompted. User Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the ...Password box, key in changing an administrator password, but press when prompted to create/confirm the password. Confirm the password when prompted. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-11 To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in a password, then press . 3. The User Password item on...
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...BIOS Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to the default setting. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M LX3... According to become unstable! Configuration options: [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to Intel spec, ASUS H61 Series ...
...BIOS Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to the default setting. 2-12 ASUS P8H61-M LX3... According to become unstable! Configuration options: [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to Intel spec, ASUS H61 Series ...
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...core frequency which indicates the time window for Turbo Ratio over TDP should be capable of this menu allow you to adjust the value. ASUS board can be programmed. Use and keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the value. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only ...the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Long duration power limit [Auto] The default setting of supporting over Power Limit 2 for different CPUs). Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 The following three items appear only when you to [Enabled]. Use the and keys to your CPU model. If this happens, revert...
...core frequency which indicates the time window for Turbo Ratio over TDP should be capable of this menu allow you to adjust the value. ASUS board can be programmed. Use and keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the value. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only ...the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Long duration power limit [Auto] The default setting of supporting over Power Limit 2 for different CPUs). Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-13 The following three items appear only when you to [Enabled]. Use the and keys to your CPU model. If this happens, revert...