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... 1-27 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 Frequency 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode 2-14...
... 1-27 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 Frequency 2-14 2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode 2-14...
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...version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8 in (30.5 cm x 20.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - vDRAM Bus: 190-step Memory voltage control - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 x COM port 1 x .... vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - P8H61 Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor Precision Tweaker: -
...version) ATX form factor: 12 in x 8 in (30.5 cm x 20.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking protection: - vDRAM Bus: 190-step Memory voltage control - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 x COM port 1 x .... vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - P8H61 Series specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor Precision Tweaker: -
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... CPU and chassis fan speeds according to use software package. AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with Auto Tuning! This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your PC's loading. Moreover..., the ASUS OC profiles in -one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused...
... CPU and chassis fan speeds according to use software package. AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with Auto Tuning! This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your PC's loading. Moreover..., the ASUS OC profiles in -one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused...
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... default settings when the system hangs due to reduce carbon footprint of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to overclocking failure. This is in regards to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. C.P.R. Simply shut down... motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 ASUS P8H61 Series
... default settings when the system hangs due to reduce carbon footprint of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to overclocking failure. This is in regards to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. C.P.R. Simply shut down... motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-4 ASUS P8H61 Series
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...operation. • According to Intel CPU specification, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. •... memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 1-14 ASUS P8H61 Series For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from a memory module. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB...
...operation. • According to Intel CPU specification, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. •... memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 1-14 ASUS P8H61 Series For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from a memory module. 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB...
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... for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery....re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. 1-20 ASUS P8H61 Series Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC ...
... for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery....re-enter data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. 1-20 ASUS P8H61 Series Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC ...
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Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main ...experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot ...
Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main ...experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot ...
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...BIOS Utility - Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for this section vary depending on ... Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. The configuration options for the system. [Manual] Allows you installed on the CPU ...
...BIOS Utility - Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for this section vary depending on ... Save ESC: Exit Version 2.00.1201. 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. The configuration options for the system. [Manual] Allows you installed on the CPU ...
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...Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2.4.4 OC Tuner [Disabled] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use and keys or...AI Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] and allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to your CPU model. 2-14 ASUS P8H61 Series...
...Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2.4.4 OC Tuner [Disabled] OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use and keys or...AI Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] and allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to your CPU model. 2-14 ASUS P8H61 Series...
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... you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] The actual...Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.14 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for better system performance. The values range from 0.735V to 1.685V with the...you to set this function for EMI control. 2-16 ASUS P8H61 Series
... you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] The actual...Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.14 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for better system performance. The values range from 0.735V to 1.685V with the...you to set this function for EMI control. 2-16 ASUS P8H61 Series