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... Notices ...vi Safety information...vii About this guide...viii P8H67-M EVO specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you...connection 2-36 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-37 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-38 2.3.10 Rear panel connection 2-39 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections 2-42 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-45 ...
... Notices ...vi Safety information...vii About this guide...viii P8H67-M EVO specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.3.3 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you...connection 2-36 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-37 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-38 2.3.10 Rear panel connection 2-39 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections 2-42 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-45 ...
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...30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-35 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3... Onboard Devices Configuration 3-19 3.5.8 APM 3-21 3.6 Monitor menu 3-23 3.7 Boot menu 3-26 3.8 Tools menu 3-28 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-28...
...30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-35 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3... Onboard Devices Configuration 3-19 3.5.8 APM 3-21 3.6 Monitor menu 3-23 3.7 Boot menu 3-26 3.8 Tools menu 3-28 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-28...
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Contents 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-10 4.3.7 Monitor 4-11 4.3.8 System Information 4-12 4.3.9 Audio configurations 4-13 4.4 RAID configurations 4-14 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-14 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-15 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in ...
Contents 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-10 4.3.7 Monitor 4-11 4.3.8 System Information 4-12 4.3.9 Audio configurations 4-13 4.4 RAID configurations 4-14 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-14 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-15 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in ...
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...1600 @60Hz Supports HDMI with max. resolution 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Maximum shared memory of 8GB (or above). Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 Marvell® 88SE6111 SATA & PATA controller: - 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot... max. Please refer to Memory QVL for details. *** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for up to 2 PATA devices - 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port (SATA on the next page) P8H67-M EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LAN IEEE...
...1600 @60Hz Supports HDMI with max. resolution 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Maximum shared memory of 8GB (or above). Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 Marvell® 88SE6111 SATA & PATA controller: - 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot... max. Please refer to Memory QVL for details. *** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for up to 2 PATA devices - 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port (SATA on the next page) P8H67-M EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LAN IEEE...
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...BE - - • • • Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-BE 2GB DS - - - - • • • WINTEC 3DU3191A-10 1GB DS Qimonda IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F 7 - • • Side(s): SS - Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Supports ...one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and ... P8H67-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No.
...BE - - • • • Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-BE 2GB DS - - - - • • • WINTEC 3DU3191A-10 1GB DS Qimonda IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F 7 - • • Side(s): SS - Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Supports ...one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and ... P8H67-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No.
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...If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-13 If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for overclockers...when each timing set is ideal for about 30 seconds for the system to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to enhance system performance. 1. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different ...
...If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-13 If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for overclockers...when each timing set is ideal for about 30 seconds for the system to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to enhance system performance. 1. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different ...
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... from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM: 1. You must turn ON the computer... Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to enable C.P.R. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-17
... from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Chapter 2 To erase the RTC RAM: 1. You must turn ON the computer... Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to enable C.P.R. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-17
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... and NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® H67 chipset. • These connectors are using these connectors, set to [AHCI...
... and NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® H67 chipset. • These connectors are using these connectors, set to [AHCI...
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... a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® H67 chipset. • These connectors are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-19 Chapter...
... a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® H67 chipset. • These connectors are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-19 Chapter...
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Chapter 2 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-21 Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connectors. The USB... USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports.
Chapter 2 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-21 Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connectors. The USB... USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112, USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports.
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IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. 6. 5. Connect the serial port module cable to this ... opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to the IEEE...
IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. 6. 5. Connect the serial port module cable to this ... opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to the IEEE...
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... connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-23 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is set the item to [HD]; By default, this connector to [HD]. Chapter 2 The S/PDIF module is... S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to this connector, set to avail of the system chassis. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 8.
... connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-23 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is set the item to [HD]; By default, this connector to [HD]. Chapter 2 The S/PDIF module is... S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to this connector, set to avail of the system chassis. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 8.
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... wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector ...labeled CHA_FAN1 for better thermal environment. 10. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin PWR_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. TPM connector (20...
... wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector ...labeled CHA_FAN1 for better thermal environment. 10. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin PWR_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. TPM connector (20...
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IEEE 1394a port 9. Audio I/O ports*** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-39 PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 13. 2.3.10 Rear panel connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 3. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 7. VGA out port 5. HDMI out port** 11. LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. Optical S/PDIF Out port 4. Power External SATA port 8. DisplayPort output port** 10. DVI out pot 12.
IEEE 1394a port 9. Audio I/O ports*** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-39 PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 13. 2.3.10 Rear panel connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 3. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 7. VGA out port 5. HDMI out port** 11. LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. Optical S/PDIF Out port 4. Power External SATA port 8. DisplayPort output port** 10. DVI out pot 12.
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... your USB 3.0 devices. * LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port • If you set a resolution not supported by your...
... your USB 3.0 devices. * LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port • If you set a resolution not supported by your...
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...Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. •...only when the boot device is installed to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Refer to decide the boot priority. EZ Mode Friday [10/15/2010] P8H67-M EVO BIOS Version : 0243 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.00GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date...
...Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. •...only when the boot device is installed to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Refer to decide the boot priority. EZ Mode Friday [10/15/2010] P8H67-M EVO BIOS Version : 0243 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.00GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date...
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...Utility - EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version 0243 x64 10/14/2010 7.0.0.1135 CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.00GHz Speed 3000 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1066 ... and then press when prompted to create/confirm the password. • If you to change the system security settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-5 The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen ...
...Utility - EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version 0243 x64 10/14/2010 7.0.0.1135 CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.00GHz Speed 3000 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1066 ... and then press when prompted to create/confirm the password. • If you to change the system security settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-5 The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen ...
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... VCCIO voltage. VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Allows you to 2.20V with the voltage requirement below for details. • The system may damage the CPU permanently. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
... VCCIO voltage. VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Allows you to 2.20V with the voltage requirement below for details. • The system may damage the CPU permanently. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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... Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Temperature 42� ºC /� +10� 9ºF MB Temperature +33ºC / +91ºF CPU Fan Speed 1867 RPM Chassis Fan 1 Speed N/A Power Fan Speed N/A ...Support Enabled Version 2.00.1201. Select Ignore if you do not wish to change the fan settings. EFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-23 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to display the detected speed. CPU Temperature...
... Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Temperature 42� ºC /� +10� 9ºF MB Temperature +33ºC / +91ºF CPU Fan Speed 1867 RPM Chassis Fan 1 Speed N/A Power Fan Speed N/A ...Support Enabled Version 2.00.1201. Select Ignore if you do not wish to change the fan settings. EFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-23 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to display the detected speed. CPU Temperature...
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...Profile > Advanced Monitor O.C. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility. 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile Configuration Setup Profile1 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile2 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile3 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile4 ... submenu. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Tool\ ASUS O.C. When you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility Allows you to configure options for special ...
...Profile > Advanced Monitor O.C. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility. 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile Configuration Setup Profile1 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile2 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile3 Status : Not Installed Setup Profile4 ... submenu. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Tool\ ASUS O.C. When you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility Allows you to configure options for special ...