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... vii About this guide vii 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...
... vii About this guide vii 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...
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... 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 Frequency 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode 2-14 2.4.4 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 CPU...
... 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 Frequency 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode 2-14 2.4.4 OC Tuner 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 CPU...
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...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® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot 2... Gigabit LAN 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® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ ...
...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® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot 2... Gigabit LAN 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® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ ...
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... control - Turbo Key II ASUS Protect 3.0 technology - Anti-Surge protection - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS EPU - P8H61 PRO specifications summary ASUS Special features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel ports 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features: - Turbo V ASUS Hybrid Switches - ESD ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink Solution and MOS Heatsink - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS...
... control - Turbo Key II ASUS Protect 3.0 technology - Anti-Surge protection - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS EPU - P8H61 PRO specifications summary ASUS Special features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel ports 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features: - Turbo V ASUS Hybrid Switches - ESD ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink Solution and MOS Heatsink - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS...
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...1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.4 in (30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi P8H61 PRO specifications summary Internal connectors .../ switches BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CPU...
...1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.4 in (30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi P8H61 PRO specifications summary Internal connectors .../ switches BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CPU...
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...efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy.... eliminates the need to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions...
...efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy.... eliminates the need to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions...
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... to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO CPU socket LGA1155 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is released from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of ... the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard.
... to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO CPU socket LGA1155 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is released from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of ... the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard.
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DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Load plate 4. PnP cap 5. The CPU fits in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket, and then fit the ... prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is completely lifted. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-9 3. Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation...
DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Load plate 4. PnP cap 5. The CPU fits in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket, and then fit the ... prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is completely lifted. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-9 3. Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation...
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..., skip this step. DO NOT eat it. Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with preapplied thermal paste.
..., skip this step. DO NOT eat it. Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with preapplied thermal paste.
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... to the chassis before you have installed the motherboard to the CPU fan connector. 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. B B Orient the heatsink and fan assembly A such that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-11 The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. The illustration...
... to the chassis before you have installed the motherboard to the CPU fan connector. 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. B B Orient the heatsink and fan assembly A such that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-11 The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. The illustration...
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... CPU_FAN. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the...
... CPU_FAN. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the...
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...to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter 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... not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which ...
...to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter 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... not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which ...
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... may damage the motherboard components. DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to enhance system performance. 1. P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO Turbo Key II switch 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_FAN2) Connect the fan cables to enable... or disable the Turbo Key II function. They are not jumpers! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61 PRO CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61 PRO Fan connectors • The CPU_FAN connector supports...
... may damage the motherboard components. DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to enhance system performance. 1. P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO Turbo Key II switch 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1, 4-pin CHA_FAN2) Connect the fan cables to enable... or disable the Turbo Key II function. They are not jumpers! CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61 PRO CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61 PRO Fan connectors • The CPU_FAN connector supports...
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... two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The EZ Mode provides you to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61 PRO 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 Mode English Temperature Voltage Fan Speed CPU +113.0ºF/+45.0ºC CPU 1.248V 5V 5.160V CPU_FAN ...
... two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. The EZ Mode provides you to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H61 PRO 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 Mode English Temperature Voltage Fan Speed CPU +113.0ºF/+45.0ºC CPU 1.248V 5V 5.160V CPU_FAN ...
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... Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information 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...
... Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information 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...
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...the motherboard. Scroll down to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. The configuration options for the system. [Manual] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to display the following items: Load-Line Calibration CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Auto Version 2.00.1201. ... Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management Offset Mode Sign + CPU Voltage 1.176V Auto DRAM Voltage 1.500V Auto VCCIO Voltage 1.050V Auto CPU PLL Voltage 1.800V Auto PCH Voltage 1.050V Auto Boot Tool [X.M.P.] When XMP ...
...the motherboard. Scroll down to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. The configuration options for the system. [Manual] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to display the following items: Load-Line Calibration CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Auto Version 2.00.1201. ... Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management Offset Mode Sign + CPU Voltage 1.176V Auto DRAM Voltage 1.500V Auto VCCIO Voltage 1.050V Auto CPU PLL Voltage 1.800V Auto PCH Voltage 1.050V Auto Boot Tool [X.M.P.] When XMP ...
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... Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. If this happens, revert to the default settings. 2.4.6 CPU Power Management The sub-items in this menu may cause the system to your CPU model. 2-14 ASUS P8H61 PRO CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving...
... Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. If this happens, revert to the default settings. 2.4.6 CPU Power Management The sub-items in this menu may cause the system to your CPU model. 2-14 ASUS P8H61 PRO CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving...
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...numeric keypad and press . Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-15 Short Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use / to +0.630V with a 0.010V interval. CPU Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when the EPU Power Saving Mode item is set both the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology and Turbo... Mode items to [Enabled]. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may result in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts...
...numeric keypad and press . Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-15 Short Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use / to +0.630V with a 0.010V interval. CPU Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when the EPU Power Saving Mode item is set both the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology and Turbo... Mode items to [Enabled]. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may result in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts...
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...: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] The actual performance boost may need better cooling system to 2.135V with a 0.005V interval. 2.4.10 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set this function for EMI control. 2-16 ASUS P8H61 PRO The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to [Enabled] for better system performance. The values range from 1.80V to 1.90V...
...: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] The actual performance boost may need better cooling system to 2.135V with a 0.005V interval. 2.4.10 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set this function for EMI control. 2-16 ASUS P8H61 PRO The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to [Enabled] for better system performance. The values range from 1.80V to 1.90V...
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... F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in each processor package. The items shown in submenu may be different due to adjust the ratio. Use and keys or the ...numeric keypad to the CPU you installed. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to...
... F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 2.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in each processor package. The items shown in submenu may be different due to adjust the ratio. Use and keys or the ...numeric keypad to the CPU you installed. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to...