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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 ... Software support 1-19 1.10.1 Installing an operating system 1-19 1.10.2 Support DVD 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 ... Software support 1-19 1.10.1 Installing an operating system 1-19 1.10.2 Support DVD 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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.... We recommend a maximum of 8GB (or above). Supports up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz (for Intel® CPU support list. P8H67-M LE Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 /... Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors Supports 32nm CPU ** Refer to www.asus.com for P8H67-M LE only) - Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Intel® H67 Express Chipset: - 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors ...
.... We recommend a maximum of 8GB (or above). Supports up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz (for Intel® CPU support list. P8H67-M LE Series specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 /... Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors Supports 32nm CPU ** Refer to www.asus.com for P8H67-M LE only) - Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Intel® H67 Express Chipset: - 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors ...
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.../s cable 1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x Support DVD User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.4 in (24.4 cm x 21.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H67-M LE Series specifications summary ASUS Special features Internal connectors Rear panel ports BIOS features Manageability Accessories...
.../s cable 1 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x Support DVD User Manual Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.4 in (24.4 cm x 21.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H67-M LE Series specifications summary ASUS Special features Internal connectors Rear panel ports BIOS features Manageability Accessories...
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... cord from the power supply. If any of the items is detached from the wall socket before you for buying an ASUS® P8H67-M LE Series motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that the ATX power supply... switched off or the power cord is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package. Refer to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-1 Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on a grounded antistatic pad or in your retailer. 1.1 Before you...
... cord from the power supply. If any of the items is detached from the wall socket before you for buying an ASUS® P8H67-M LE Series motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that the ATX power supply... switched off or the power cord is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package. Refer to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-1 Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on a grounded antistatic pad or in your retailer. 1.1 Before you...
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...Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for better performance with less power consumption. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline ...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 The figure illustrates the location of the motherboard, ensure that all power ...
...Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for better performance with less power consumption. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline ...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 The figure illustrates the location of the motherboard, ensure that all power ...
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...) DS 2GB DS 4GB(2x2GB) DS 8GB(4x2GB) DS 1GB SS 2GB DS 6GB(3x2GB) DS 1GB SS A-Data A-Data APACER Apacer Corsair Micron Micron - P8H67-M LE Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR...
...) DS 2GB DS 4GB(2x2GB) DS 8GB(4x2GB) DS 1GB SS 2GB DS 6GB(3x2GB) DS 1GB SS A-Data A-Data APACER Apacer Corsair Micron Micron - P8H67-M LE Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors A-Data A-Data A-Data A-Data Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR...
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...;• - - •• 9-9-9-24 1.5V •• - - •• 9 - •• - - •• 7-7-7-20 - •• - - •• - - •• - - •• - - •• - - 9 - - - - - Elixir - ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-5 PSC A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 PSC A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C HYNIX H5TQ1G83TFR - - GEIL - DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Samsung K4B1G0846F Samsung K4B2G0846C...
...;• - - •• 9-9-9-24 1.5V •• - - •• 9 - •• - - •• 7-7-7-20 - •• - - •• - - •• - - •• - - •• - - 9 - - - - - Elixir - ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-5 PSC A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 PSC A3P1GF3DGF928M9B05 SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C HYNIX H5TQ1G83TFR - - GEIL - DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Samsung K4B1G0846F Samsung K4B2G0846C...
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... firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-7 See Chapter 2 for later use . 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card...
... firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-7 See Chapter 2 for later use . 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card...
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... 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 ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-9 LAN (RJ-45) port. 1.7 1.7.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 9 8 7 6 1 2 3 45 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. This port allows Gigabit connection to the table on the next...
... 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 ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-9 LAN (RJ-45) port. 1.7 1.7.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 3 45 11 9 8 7 6 1 2 3 45 11 10 9 8 7 6 1. This port allows Gigabit connection to the table on the next...
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...(for connecting USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 9. DVI-D port. This port connects a microphone. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for P8H67-M LE only). This port connects to CRTT and is for any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller ...pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for your USB 3.0 devices. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for P8H67-M LX only). This port is not compatible with HD audio module in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Line In port (light blue...
...(for connecting USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 9. DVI-D port. This port connects a microphone. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for P8H67-M LE only). This port connects to CRTT and is for any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller ...pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for your USB 3.0 devices. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for P8H67-M LX only). This port is not compatible with HD audio module in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Line In port (light blue...
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...+12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 P8H67-M LX ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts •... • DO NOT forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for P8H67-M LE only). The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. These two 4-pin...for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin ATX +12V power plug. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-11 10.
...+12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 P8H67-M LX ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts •... • DO NOT forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for P8H67-M LE only). The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. These two 4-pin...for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin ATX +12V power plug. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-11 10.
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...fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H67-M LE SPDIF_OUT P8H67-M LE Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Do not place jumper caps..., ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) [for P8H67-M LE only] This connector is purchased separately. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2. These are not jumpers! Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable...
...fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H67-M LE SPDIF_OUT P8H67-M LE Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Do not place jumper caps..., ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) [for P8H67-M LE only] This connector is purchased separately. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction 2. These are not jumpers! Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable...
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ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-13 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. See ... details. SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND P8H67-M LX SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND P8H67-M LX SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [RAID Mode]. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s ...
ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-13 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. See ... details. SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND P8H67-M LX SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND P8H67-M LX SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [RAID Mode]. Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s ...
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... SLIN# INIT# ERR# AFD SLCT PE BUSY ACK# PD7 PD6 PD5 PD4 PD3 PD2 PD1 PD0 STB# PIN 1 P8H67-M LX Parallel Port Connector ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-15 Ground Reset P8H67-M LX F_PANEL PIN 1 HD_LED RESET P8H67-M LX System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset...
... SLIN# INIT# ERR# AFD SLCT PE BUSY ACK# PD7 PD6 PD5 PD4 PD3 PD2 PD1 PD0 STB# PIN 1 P8H67-M LX Parallel Port Connector ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-15 Ground Reset P8H67-M LX F_PANEL PIN 1 HD_LED RESET P8H67-M LX System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset...
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... in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! It takes about ...DIMM is not properly installed. If the installed DIMMs still fail to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-17 This is tested. MemOK! P8H67-M LX P8H67-M LX MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace ...
... in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! It takes about ...DIMM is not properly installed. If the installed DIMMs still fail to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-17 This is tested. MemOK! P8H67-M LX P8H67-M LX MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace ...
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... hardware options vary. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to change at www.asus.com for detailed information. • Ensure that comes with models. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-19 1.10 Software support 1.10.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP...
... hardware options vary. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to change at www.asus.com for detailed information. • Ensure that comes with models. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. ASUS P8H67-M LE Series 1-19 1.10 Software support 1.10.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP...
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...; applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to download then click Next. 2-1 ASUS P8H67-M LE Series Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet a. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to restore the BIOS in...
...; applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to download then click Next. 2-1 ASUS P8H67-M LE Series Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet a. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to restore the BIOS in...
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... BIOS Setup to avail all its features. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. The utility automatically checks the devices for P8H67-M LX). • The BIOS file in the removable device into P8H67MLE.ROM (for P8H67-M LE) or P8H67MLX.ROM (for the BIOS file. DO NOT shut down or... reset the system while updating the BIOS! The ASUS Update utility is an auto recovery tool that you press to load default BIOS values. b. You can...
... BIOS Setup to avail all its features. Locate the BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. The utility automatically checks the devices for P8H67-M LX). • The BIOS file in the removable device into P8H67MLE.ROM (for P8H67-M LE) or P8H67MLX.ROM (for the BIOS file. DO NOT shut down or... reset the system while updating the BIOS! The ASUS Update utility is an auto recovery tool that you press to load default BIOS values. b. You can...
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...The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Welcome to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. C:\>d: D:\> 2-3 ASUS P8H67-M LE Series Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to...copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. 2.1.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to boot using defaults 3. Boot your computer. Before updating BIOS 1. Do not save them on the USB ...
...The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Welcome to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. C:\>d: D:\> 2-3 ASUS P8H67-M LE Series Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to...copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. 2.1.3 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to boot using defaults 3. Boot your computer. Before updating BIOS 1. Do not save them on the USB ...
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... any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H67-M LE VER: 0218 DATE: 10/26/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has at least...
... any user-assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H67-M LE VER: 0218 DATE: 10/26/2010 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has at least...