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... P8H67-M 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 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13 1.7.2 Memory...
... P8H67-M 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 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13 1.7.2 Memory...
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... DVD information 1-32 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 1-32 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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... 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. Supports up to 32GB* system memory - ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (x16 mode) 1 x PCI ...) 1 x PCI Express x1 slot 1 x PCI slot Integrated graphics in Sandy Bridge CPU - Supports D-Sub with DIMMs of individual CPUs. P8H67-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN GA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors ...
... 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. Supports up to 32GB* system memory - ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express x16 slot (x16 mode) 1 x PCI ...) 1 x PCI Express x1 slot 1 x PCI slot Integrated graphics in Sandy Bridge CPU - Supports D-Sub with DIMMs of individual CPUs. P8H67-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN GA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors ...
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...ASUS P8H67-M 1-1 This provides great graphics performance. Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 processors in your package with memory...Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H67-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard...
...ASUS P8H67-M 1-1 This provides great graphics performance. Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 processors in your package with memory...Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H67-M motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard...
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... the bandwidth of current bus systems. Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of your system memory to support the new 1155 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™...
... the bandwidth of current bus systems. Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of your system memory to support the new 1155 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™...
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... navigate the new EFI BIOS with the ASUS TurboV. MemOK! Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is for the best graphics performance. GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in no need to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of... frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is an intelligent tool that demand far more flexible and convenient mouse controls. Its ability to patch memory issues. This tool also provides stability testing. ASUS P8H67-M 1-3
... navigate the new EFI BIOS with the ASUS TurboV. MemOK! Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is for the best graphics performance. GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated GPU in no need to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of... frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is an intelligent tool that demand far more flexible and convenient mouse controls. Its ability to patch memory issues. This tool also provides stability testing. ASUS P8H67-M 1-3
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... Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8H67-M 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H67-M 1-13 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent...
... Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8H67-M 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H67-M 1-13 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent...
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... recommended to the physical characteristics of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way...
... recommended to the physical characteristics of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way...
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... DIMM support: • A*: one (1) module inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as single-channel memory configuration. Crucial Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF CT25664BA1067.16FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F 1GB SS ELPIDA ... memory configuration. DDR3-1067MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No. Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C Timing Voltage 7 7 - - - 7 7 7 7 7 7-7-7-20 - 7-7-7-20 - 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V 1.5V 1.65V - - ASUS P8H67-M...
... DIMM support: • A*: one (1) module inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as single-channel memory configuration. Crucial Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF CT25664BA1067.16FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F 1GB SS ELPIDA ... memory configuration. DDR3-1067MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No. Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C Timing Voltage 7 7 - - - 7 7 7 7 7 7-7-7-20 - 7-7-7-20 - 1.35V(low voltage) 1.35V(low voltage) 1.5V 1.5V 1.5V 1.65V - - ASUS P8H67-M...
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You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. For system ... x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) x16 PCIe x16_2 N/A x4 • In single VGA card mode, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. P8H67-M CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8H67-M Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for...
You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. For system ... x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) x16 PCIe x16_2 N/A x4 • In single VGA card mode, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. P8H67-M CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8H67-M Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC 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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.... The blinking speed of failsafe settings. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. switch does not function under Windows® OS...continually change settings to boot after turning on a bare or open-case system. P8H67-M P8H67-M MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to enhance system performance. function. • The MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that ...
.... The blinking speed of failsafe settings. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. switch does not function under Windows® OS...continually change settings to boot after turning on a bare or open-case system. P8H67-M P8H67-M MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to enhance system performance. function. • The MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that ...
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...or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in section 2.7 Boot memu for details. EZ Mode Monday [11/08/2010] P8H67-M BIOS Version : 0301 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 11/02/2010 Speed : 3100 MHz English Temperature ... 12.248V System Performance Quiet Performance Boot Priority Energy Saving Normal Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H67-M BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to ...
...or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in section 2.7 Boot memu for details. EZ Mode Monday [11/08/2010] P8H67-M BIOS Version : 0301 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 11/02/2010 Speed : 3100 MHz English Temperature ... 12.248V System Performance Quiet Performance Boot Priority Energy Saving Normal Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to the system. 2-8 ASUS P8H67-M BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be changed. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to ...
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... Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version 0301 x64 11/02/2010 7.0.0.1135 CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1333 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 09/27/2010] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot...
... Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version 0301 x64 11/02/2010 7.0.0.1135 CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 1024 MB 1333 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Mon 09/27/2010] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot...
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...to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > GPU Boost > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management CPU Offset Mode Sign + ...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. Chapter 2: BIOS...
...to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > GPU Boost > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management CPU Offset Mode Sign + ...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. Chapter 2: BIOS...
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...for extreme graphics performance. The valid value ranges vary according to adjust the value. Use the and keys to your CPU model. 2-14 ASUS P8H67-M You can also key in this menu allow you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [...the CPU and VGA frequency to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to enhance the system performance. Changing the values in this menu allow you to become unstable! BCLK/PEG Frequency ...
...for extreme graphics performance. The valid value ranges vary according to adjust the value. Use the and keys to your CPU model. 2-14 ASUS P8H67-M You can also key in this menu allow you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [...the CPU and VGA frequency to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to enhance the system performance. Changing the values in this menu allow you to become unstable! BCLK/PEG Frequency ...
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... to set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to OS. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PCI/iGPU] [PCI/PEG] [PEG/iGPU] [PEG/PCI] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to enable or disable Render Standby by Internal Graphics Device. CPU C3 Report [Disabled] Allows you to... marked frequency in order to OS. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Internal Graphics Device share memory size. CPU C1E [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19
... to set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to OS. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PCI/iGPU] [PCI/PEG] [PEG/iGPU] [PEG/PCI] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to enable or disable Render Standby by Internal Graphics Device. CPU C3 Report [Disabled] Allows you to... marked frequency in order to OS. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Internal Graphics Device share memory size. CPU C1E [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19
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...that saved your CMOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. For more details, refer to display the submenu. Profile This item allows you to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend... that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. Key in a profile number from Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to load the previous BIOS settings...
...that saved your CMOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. For more details, refer to display the submenu. Profile This item allows you to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend... that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. Key in a profile number from Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to load the previous BIOS settings...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8H67-M LE Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory configurations 1-4 1.5 Expansion slots 1-7 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card 1-7...information 1-19 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 CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-2 iii
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8H67-M LE Series specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.4 System memory 1-3 1.4.1 Overview 1-3 1.4.2 Memory configurations 1-4 1.5 Expansion slots 1-7 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card 1-7...information 1-19 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 CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-2 iii
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... x4 slot 2 x PCI slots Integrated graphics in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 8GB (or above). P8H67-M LE Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel®...
... x4 slot 2 x PCI slots Integrated graphics in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you install a total memory of 8GB (or above). P8H67-M LE Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel®...
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...you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with the cap on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the motherboard, ensure that the .... Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H67-M LX Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H67-M LX 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-3
...you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with the cap on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the motherboard, ensure that the .... Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H67-M LX Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H67-M LX 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-3