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..., you encounter any warranty to this product is defaced or missing. No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT ...manual, including the products and software described in this email address). All Rights Reserved. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (... respective companies, and are included in this product. ii E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua2 2 5/16/12 1:43:39 PM
..., you encounter any warranty to this product is defaced or missing. No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT ...manual, including the products and software described in this email address). All Rights Reserved. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (... respective companies, and are included in this product. ii E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua2 2 5/16/12 1:43:39 PM
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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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.... If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. vi E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 5/16/12 1:43:41 PM These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that all power cables from connectors, slots, sockets...
.... If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. vi E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua6 6 5/16/12 1:43:41 PM These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that all power cables from connectors, slots, sockets...
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...MUST follow to complete a task. Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer. Example: ++ E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua7 7 vii 5/16/12 1:43:43 PM NOTE: Tips and additional information to the following symbols used throughout this...key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. 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 complete a task...
...MUST follow to complete a task. Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer. Example: ++ E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua7 7 vii 5/16/12 1:43:43 PM NOTE: Tips and additional information to the following symbols used throughout this...key names are not part of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. 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 complete a task...
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...channel audio output. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). **** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16...supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors. ** Hyper DIMM support is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ ...
...channel audio output. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). **** When you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16...supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors. ** Hyper DIMM support is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ ...
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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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...items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard! Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors...motherboard package 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 Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest...
...items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 motherboard! Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors...motherboard package 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 Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest...
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...SSD Speed with hard drive capacity, operating up to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 3rd / 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family on... a must be installed on Windows® 7™ operating systems. ** Operating systems must -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 The total bandwidth for frequently accessed data. As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users an...
...SSD Speed with hard drive capacity, operating up to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 3rd / 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family on... a must be installed on Windows® 7™ operating systems. ** Operating systems must -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 The total bandwidth for frequently accessed data. As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users an...
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... configuring profiles through the intutive user interface. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:52 PM AI Suite II With its fast user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in 64-bit operating systems. ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. This all the exclusive...
... configuring profiles through the intutive user interface. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 E7361_P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0_Manua3 3 5/16/12 1:43:52 PM AI Suite II With its fast user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in 64-bit operating systems. ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. This all the exclusive...
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...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 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through the ... failure. Get total system-wide energy optimization by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain...
...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 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through the ... failure. Get total system-wide energy optimization by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC's loading. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain...
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... of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. 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 The illustration below shows the location of the following...
... of the onboard LED. This is a reminder that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. 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 The illustration below shows the location of the following...
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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 Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct ...
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 Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct ...
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.../loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. 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 Contact your thumb (A), and then move it to the right (B) until it is missing, or if... LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep ...
.../loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. 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 Contact your thumb (A), and then move it to the right (B) until it is missing, or if... LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep ...
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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 PnP cap 5. 3. The CPU fits in the direction of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys ...
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 PnP cap 5. 3. The CPU fits in the direction of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys ...
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... Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the front edge 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.
... Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the front edge 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.
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... fan connector. 2. Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. 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...
... fan connector. 2. Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. 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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... this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 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 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard. 2. 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 ...
... this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. 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 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard. 2. 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 ...
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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 4. Carefully remove the heatsink...
... 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 4. Carefully remove the heatsink...
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... than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or 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 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage Corsair CMGTX8(XMP...
... than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or 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 P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage Corsair CMGTX8(XMP...