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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary viii 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 1-7 1.6 Central ... 1.10 Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel ports 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 iii E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:40 PM
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary viii 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 1-7 1.6 Central ... 1.10 Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel ports 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 iii E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:40 PM
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... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-10 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx... 2-20 2.6 Monitor menu 2-21 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]...... 2-21 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed 2-21 iv E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua4 4 5/16/12 1:43:40 PM
... 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.11.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.3 Main menu 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-10 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx... 2-20 2.6 Monitor menu 2-21 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]...... 2-21 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed 2-21 iv E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua4 4 5/16/12 1:43:40 PM
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... short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. vi E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 5/16/12 1:43:41 PM Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you are connected. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock...
... short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. vi E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 5/16/12 1:43:41 PM Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you are connected. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock...
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...: Instructions that you must press the enclosed key. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to... the components when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the standard package. Example: ++ E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2...
...: Instructions that you must press the enclosed key. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to... the components when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the standard package. Example: ++ E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2...
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P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 ...in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). **** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if... system. 1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slot 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 2 x PCI slots * PCIe 3.0 speed is subject to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports DirectX 10.1 Intel® H61 Express Chipset: - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) ...
P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 ...in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). **** When you install a total memory of 3GB system memory if... system. 1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slot 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot 2 x PCI slots * PCIe 3.0 speed is subject to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Supports DirectX 10.1 Intel® H61 Express Chipset: - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) ...
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P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Special features Internal connectors Rear panel ports BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use ASUS EPU (Lite) GPU Boost...
P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary USB ASUS Special features Internal connectors Rear panel ports BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use ASUS EPU (Lite) GPU Boost...
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...channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory, and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance. Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua1 1 1-1 5/16/12 1:43:46 PM Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®... package for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User...
...channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory, and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance. Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua1 1 1-1 5/16/12 1:43:46 PM Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®... package for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User...
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... times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The capacity of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 3rd / 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family...mode). It uses an installed fast SSD (min 18.6GB available capacity required) as have feature for caching function. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua2 2 5/16/12 1:43:51 PM It provides improved performance by complete backward compatibility with hard drive capacity, ...
... times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The capacity of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 3rd / 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family...mode). It uses an installed fast SSD (min 18.6GB available capacity required) as have feature for caching function. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua2 2 5/16/12 1:43:51 PM It provides improved performance by complete backward compatibility with hard drive capacity, ...
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... utilities. Quick and easy information for enhanced system control - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for complete insight. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:52 PM 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Network iControl With a one-click on downloads. Within the profile, programs can be pre-scheduled to run in a specific time...
... utilities. Quick and easy information for enhanced system control - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for complete insight. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:52 PM 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features Network iControl With a one-click on downloads. Within the profile, programs can be pre-scheduled to run in a specific time...
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... flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua4 4 5/16/12 1:43:54 PM C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Its ability to energy consumptions. ErP ready The motherboard is an...
... flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua4 4 5/16/12 1:43:54 PM C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Its ability to energy consumptions. ErP ready The motherboard is an...
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SB_PWR P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua5 5 1-5 5/16/12 1:43:55 PM 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-...
SB_PWR P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua5 5 1-5 5/16/12 1:43:55 PM 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. This is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-...
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..., study the configuration of your chassis to the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-6 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:43:57 PM Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation.
..., study the configuration of your chassis to the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 1-6 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:43:57 PM Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation.
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...The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from the retention tab. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-8 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua8 8 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:43:59 PM Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. To .../SI R2.0 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • ...
...The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from the retention tab. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-8 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua8 8 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:43:59 PM Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. To .../SI R2.0 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • ...
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... socket and damaging the CPU! Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua9 9 1-9 5/16/12 1:44:00 PM DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. 3. Load plate 4.
... socket and damaging the CPU! Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua9 9 1-9 5/16/12 1:44:00 PM DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. 3. Load plate 4.
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... lever under the retention knob (C). Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-10 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua10 10 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:44:01 PM The Thermal Interface Material is spread in contact with preapplied thermal paste. 6.
... lever under the retention knob (C). Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-10 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua10 10 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:44:01 PM The Thermal Interface Material is spread in contact with preapplied thermal paste. 6.
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... assembly. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in size and dimension. Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua11 11 1-11 5/16/12 1:44:03 PM 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink...
... assembly. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in size and dimension. Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua11 11 1-11 5/16/12 1:44:03 PM 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink...
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... occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! A B A B B A B A 1-12 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua12 12 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:44:05 PM CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the...
... occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! A B A B B A B A 1-12 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua12 12 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 5/16/12 1:44:05 PM CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the...
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... figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua13 13 1-13 5/16/12 1:44:08 PM A DDR3 module has the...
... figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua13 13 1-13 5/16/12 1:44:08 PM A DDR3 module has the...
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... non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at DDR3 2200 MHz as default. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua14 14 5/16/12 1:44:09 PM For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the same version or... Timing Voltage Corsair CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB (2GB x 4) SS - - 10-12-10-27 1.65V G.SKILL F3-19200CL11Q-16GBZHD(XMP1.3) 16GB(4GB x 4) DS - P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. In addition, DDR3 2133 MHz runs at 2000 MHz and DDR3 1866...
... non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at DDR3 2200 MHz as default. 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua14 14 5/16/12 1:44:09 PM For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the same version or... Timing Voltage Corsair CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB (2GB x 4) SS - - 10-12-10-27 1.65V G.SKILL F3-19200CL11Q-16GBZHD(XMP1.3) 16GB(4GB x 4) DS - P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. In addition, DDR3 2133 MHz runs at 2000 MHz and DDR3 1866...