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... P8H61 PRO 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 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 Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.7 System memory...
... P8H61 PRO 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 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 Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.7 System memory...
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... DVD information 1-29 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 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language ...2-11 2.3.2 System Date 2-11 2.3.3 System Time 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2-13 2.4.2 Memory...
... DVD information 1-29 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 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language ...2-11 2.3.2 System Date 2-11 2.3.3 System Time 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 2-13 2.4.2 Memory...
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...16GB* unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz memory modules Dual-channel memory architecture Support Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)* * The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows®...controller ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC supports: - Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel JackRetasking - P8H61 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® CPU support list. Optical S/PDIF out ports at...
...16GB* unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz memory modules Dual-channel memory architecture Support Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)* * The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows®...controller ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC supports: - Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel JackRetasking - P8H61 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® CPU support list. Optical S/PDIF out ports at...
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... Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61 PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to...
... Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61 PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to...
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... 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for advanced operating systems. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction True Serial ATA 6Gb/s support ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of Line-in, Line-out, and ... point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate ...
... 2.0 support This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 devices for advanced operating systems. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction True Serial ATA 6Gb/s support ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of Line-in, Line-out, and ... point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate ...
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... visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the button to patch memory issues. MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ...and convenient mouse controls. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-3 MemOK! Innovative ASUS features ASUS EFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS brand new EFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that ...
... visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the button to patch memory issues. MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ...and convenient mouse controls. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the ASUS TurboV. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-3 MemOK! Innovative ASUS features ASUS EFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS brand new EFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that ...
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... developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. 4. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61 PRO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61 PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-13 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but...
... developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. 4. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61 PRO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61 PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-13 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but...
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.... Use a maximum of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Size SS/ DS Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS ELPIDA ... way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8H61 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Micron ...
.... Use a maximum of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Size SS/ DS Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS ELPIDA ... way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8H61 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Micron ...
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...: • 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted into either slot as single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-15 Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendors Part No.
...: • 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted into either slot as single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-15 Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. P8H61 PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8H61 PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not ...
You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. P8H61 PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8H61 PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not ...
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... MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load BIOS default settings. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. function. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-27 P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to the latest BIOS version from the... ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also...
... MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load BIOS default settings. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. function. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-27 P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to the latest BIOS version from the... ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also...
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...can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. EZ Mode Monday [12/27/2010] P8H61 PRO BIOS Version : 0302 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Build Date : 01/17/2011 Speed : 3100 MHz Exit/Advanced ...CHA_FAN1 N/A System Performance Quiet Performance Boot Priority Energy Saving Normal Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61 PRO Boot Menu(F8) Default(F5) Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the selected...
...can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. EZ Mode Monday [12/27/2010] P8H61 PRO BIOS Version : 0302 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Build Date : 01/17/2011 Speed : 3100 MHz Exit/Advanced ...CHA_FAN1 N/A System Performance Quiet Performance Boot Priority Energy Saving Normal Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61 PRO Boot Menu(F8) Default(F5) Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Displays the system properties of the selected...
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... BIOS Version Build Date ME Version 0302 x64 01/17/2011 7.0.1.1141 CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1333 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 01/10/2011] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot...
... BIOS Version Build Date ME Version 0302 x64 01/17/2011 7.0.1.1141 CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1333 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 01/10/2011] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot...
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Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management Offset Mode Sign + CPU Voltage 1.176V ...VCCIO Voltage 1.050V Auto CPU PLL Voltage 1.800V Auto PCH Voltage 1.050V Auto Boot Tool [X.M.P.] When XMP is enabled BCLK frequency, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Scroll down to achieve the ...
Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management Offset Mode Sign + CPU Voltage 1.176V ...VCCIO Voltage 1.050V Auto CPU PLL Voltage 1.800V Auto PCH Voltage 1.050V Auto Boot Tool [X.M.P.] When XMP is enabled BCLK frequency, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Scroll down to achieve the ...
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...and press . Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! Press and select OK to start automatic overclocking. 2.4.5 DRAM Timing... Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the memory operating frequency. Use the and keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to adjust... the and keys to your CPU model. 2-14 ASUS P8H61 PRO CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM timing control features.
...and press . Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! Press and select OK to start automatic overclocking. 2.4.5 DRAM Timing... Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the memory operating frequency. Use the and keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to adjust... the and keys to your CPU model. 2-14 ASUS P8H61 PRO CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM timing control features.
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... to update BIOS 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to configure options for special functions. 2.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. EFI BIOS Utility - Load from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. 2-28 ASUS P8H61 PRO Press [Enter] to display... the submenu. Select an item then press to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen.
... to update BIOS 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to configure options for special functions. 2.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. EFI BIOS Utility - Load from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. 2-28 ASUS P8H61 PRO Press [Enter] to display... the submenu. Select an item then press to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen.