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Motherboard P8H61 R2.0 Series • P8H61 R2.0 • P8H61 PLUS R2.0 • P8H61/USB3 R2.0
Motherboard P8H61 R2.0 Series • P8H61 R2.0 • P8H61 PLUS R2.0 • P8H61/USB3 R2.0
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... memory if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0: Intel® H61 Express Chipset: - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at x16 mode) 2... W hen you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slot [blue] (at the back panel) P8H61/USB3 R2.0: ASMedia® ASM1042 controller - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (at the back panel, blue) Intel® H61 Express Chipset: - 8 x USB...
... memory if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0: Intel® H61 Express Chipset: - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at x16 mode) 2... W hen you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slot [blue] (at the back panel) P8H61/USB3 R2.0: ASMedia® ASM1042 controller - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (at the back panel, blue) Intel® H61 Express Chipset: - 8 x USB...
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... 2 - vDRAM Bus: 190-step Memory voltage control - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS EPU - ASUS AI Charger+ (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only) - P8H61 R2.0 Series specifications summary Special features ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0 only) ASUS DIGI+ VRM: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next...
... 2 - vDRAM Bus: 190-step Memory voltage control - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS EPU - ASUS AI Charger+ (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only) - P8H61 R2.0 Series specifications summary Special features ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0 only) ASUS DIGI+ VRM: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next...
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... PS/2 Mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 x COM port 1 x LPT port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x Audio jacks P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0: - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports P8H61/USB3 R2.0: - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports - 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x ... PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOR by PME, PXE 2 ...
... PS/2 Mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 x COM port 1 x LPT port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x Audio jacks P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0: - 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports P8H61/USB3 R2.0: - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports - 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x ... PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOR by PME, PXE 2 ...
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.../Pentium®/Celeron® processors are for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual • P8H61 R2.0 Series motherboards include P8H61 R2.0, P8H61 PLUS R2.0, and P8H61/USB3 R2.0 three models. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it...
.../Pentium®/Celeron® processors are for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual • P8H61 R2.0 Series motherboards include P8H61 R2.0, P8H61 PLUS R2.0, and P8H61/USB3 R2.0 three models. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it...
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...priorities. EPU Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 Accurate delivery reduces waste, and provides more stable CPU Vcore voltages. It also...ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for complete insight. Quick and easy information for enhanced system control - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 1.3.3 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2...
...priorities. EPU Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-3 Accurate delivery reduces waste, and provides more stable CPU Vcore voltages. It also...ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for complete insight. Quick and easy information for enhanced system control - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 1.3.3 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2...
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USB 3.0 Boost (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only) New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. It allows you can be pre-scheduled to run in different ...This easy OC tool allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to achieve a quiet and cool environment. 1-4 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series Auto PPPoE network connection gives a one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings...
USB 3.0 Boost (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only) New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. It allows you can be pre-scheduled to run in different ...This easy OC tool allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to achieve a quiet and cool environment. 1-4 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series Auto PPPoE network connection gives a one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings...
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...; Check your USB mobile device if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. *** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device's conditions. Ai Charger+ (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only) ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility...
...; Check your USB mobile device if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. *** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device's conditions. Ai Charger+ (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only) ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using an OS-based utility...
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... avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. P8H61/USB3 R2.0 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Onboard LED 1-6 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series ErP ready The motherboard is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce...
... avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. P8H61/USB3 R2.0 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Onboard LED 1-6 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series ErP ready The motherboard is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce...
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Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it . ...
Do not overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it . ...
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1.5.3 Motherboard layout 12 32 4 19.8cm(7.8in) KBMS DIGI+ VRM ATX12V CPU_FAN COM1 LPT DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) LGA1155 USB3_12 30.5cm(12.0in) LAN_USB12 1 AUDIO CHA_FAN ASM 1042 Lithium Cell CMOS Power EATXPWR P8H61/USB3 R2.0 RTL 8111F PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 ASM 1083 Intel® H61 Super PCI1 I/O 5 PCI2 64Mb BIOS ALC 887 CLRTC PCI3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB78 USB910 PANEL SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 6 AAFP 11 10 9 8 7 1-8 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 12 32 4 19.8cm(7.8in) KBMS DIGI+ VRM ATX12V CPU_FAN COM1 LPT DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) LGA1155 USB3_12 30.5cm(12.0in) LAN_USB12 1 AUDIO CHA_FAN ASM 1042 Lithium Cell CMOS Power EATXPWR P8H61/USB3 R2.0 RTL 8111F PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 ASM 1083 Intel® H61 Super PCI1 I/O 5 PCI2 64Mb BIOS ALC 887 CLRTC PCI3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB78 USB910 PANEL SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 6 AAFP 11 10 9 8 7 1-8 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series
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... the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. P8H61/USB3 R2.0 P8H61/USB3 R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. To prevent damage to... the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from the retention tab. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)...
... the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. P8H61/USB3 R2.0 P8H61/USB3 R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. To prevent damage to... the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from the retention tab. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)...
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3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P8H61/USB3 R2.0 P8H61/USB3 R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Rotate each ...
3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P8H61/USB3 R2.0 P8H61/USB3 R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Rotate each ...
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... to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61/USB3 R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-16 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to ensure correct orientation...
... to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61/USB3 R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-16 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to ensure correct orientation...
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... battery and move the cap back to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. P8H61/USB3 R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for...
... battery and move the cap back to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. P8H61/USB3 R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for...
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... faster and better performance for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Serial port. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P8H61/USB3 R2.0 AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97... audio standard. This 9-pin COM1 port is for your USB 3.0 devices. 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only). This port is for details. If you connect USB 3.0 devices to [AC97]. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for pointing devices or other...
... faster and better performance for a PS/2 keyboard. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Serial port. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P8H61/USB3 R2.0 AAFP PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97... audio standard. This 9-pin COM1 port is for your USB 3.0 devices. 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only). This port is for details. If you connect USB 3.0 devices to [AC97]. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for pointing devices or other...
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... are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8H61/USB3 R2.0 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 ...up if the power is inadequate. • If you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you are for details. 1-28 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. The power supply plugs are designed to connect the 4-...
... are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8H61/USB3 R2.0 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 ...up if the power is inadequate. • If you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you are for details. 1-28 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. The power supply plugs are designed to connect the 4-...
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...• The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 4. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow... on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61/USB3 R2.0 SPDIF_OUT P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin ...
...• The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 4. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow... on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61/USB3 R2.0 SPDIF_OUT P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin ...
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...® 7. SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND P8H61/USB3 R2.0 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or ...8226; Due to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. 1-30 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series
...® 7. SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND P8H61/USB3 R2.0 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or ...8226; Due to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. 1-30 ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series
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... USB56 USB78 USB910 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC P8H61/USB3 R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P8H61/USB3 R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to...
... USB56 USB78 USB910 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC P8H61/USB3 R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P8H61/USB3 R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to...