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.... SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product warranty or service will be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is distributed without the express written...
.... SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product warranty or service will be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is distributed without the express written...
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...Support DVD information 1-34 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 2.4.4 GPU Boost 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 CPU Offset Mode...
...Support DVD information 1-34 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 2.4.4 GPU Boost 2-14 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control 2-14 2.4.6 CPU Power Management 2-14 2.4.7 CPU Offset Mode...
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... this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). *** When you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on both the PCIe x16 slots to set up a CrossFireX™ configuration. *** To disable the PCIe X1 slot, refer to 2048 x 1536 @75HZ - ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60HZ - Supports up to the Onboard Devices Configuration section in the BIOS for...
... this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). *** When you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards on both the PCIe x16 slots to set up a CrossFireX™ configuration. *** To disable the PCIe X1 slot, refer to 2048 x 1536 @75HZ - ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60HZ - Supports up to the Onboard Devices Configuration section in the BIOS for...
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... Out connector 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (gray) 4 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (blue) 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Power fan connector 1 x COM connector 1 x MemOK! switch 1 x GPU Boost switch 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.6, ACPI v2 0a, Multi-language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 1 x UltraDMA 133/100 cable 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form...
... Out connector 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (gray) 4 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (blue) 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Power fan connector 1 x COM connector 1 x MemOK! switch 1 x GPU Boost switch 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.6, ACPI v2 0a, Multi-language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 1 x UltraDMA 133/100 cable 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form...
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... to enable more intricate system settings. Get your system boot success. Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. This tool also provides stability testing. MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with Auto Tuning! beginners can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system, while the exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info...
... to enable more intricate system settings. Get your system boot success. Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. This tool also provides stability testing. MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with Auto Tuning! beginners can easily navigate the new EFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system, while the exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info...
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... the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • The Max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported with a 2.66GHz CPU, adjust the Memory Frequency item in Channel A and Channel B. Any excess memory from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for details. • Always install DIMMs with a core frequency of 2.66GHz support the maximum DIMM frequency of the lower-sized channel for manual memory frequency...
... the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • The Max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported with a 2.66GHz CPU, adjust the Memory Frequency item in Channel A and Channel B. Any excess memory from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for details. • Always install DIMMs with a core frequency of 2.66GHz support the maximum DIMM frequency of the lower-sized channel for manual memory frequency...
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... card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Failure...
... card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for the card. 2. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. Align the card connector with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Failure...
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... motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction See page 1-27 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to get better performance. • PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with PCIe x16_2 slot. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe x16_1 x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) x16 PCIe x16_2 N/A x4 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe x1 slot when you provide sufficient power...
... motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction See page 1-27 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to get better performance. • PCIe x1 slot shares the bandwidth with PCIe x16_2 slot. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe x16_1 x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) x16 PCIe x16_2 N/A x4 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe x1 slot when you provide sufficient power...
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... the system chassis. If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, set to a slot opening at the back of the front panel audio I /O module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. 2. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [AC97]. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to [HD Audio]. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. AAFP P8H67-V SENSE2_RETUR...
... the system chassis. If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, set to a slot opening at the back of the front panel audio I /O module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for details. 2. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [AC97]. Connect the serial port module cable to the connector, then install the module to [HD Audio]. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. AAFP P8H67-V SENSE2_RETUR...
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... using Windows® XP SP2 or later version. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. 4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA3G1-4, 7-pin SATA6G1-2) These connectors are set , refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. P8H67...
... using Windows® XP SP2 or later version. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. 4. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA3G1-4, 7-pin SATA6G1-2) These connectors are set , refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. P8H67...
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... Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or open-case system. To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. Press and hold the MemOK! switch does not function under Windows®...
... Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or open-case system. To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. Press and hold the MemOK! switch does not function under Windows®...
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... Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. To run the DVD. 1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is for reference only. Refer to the optical drive. The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change...
... Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. To run the DVD. 1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is for reference only. Refer to the optical drive. The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change...
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b. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to avoid network traffic, then click Next. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet a. From the list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available...
b. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to avoid network traffic, then click Next. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the Internet a. From the list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available...
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... BIOS setting. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS...
... BIOS setting. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS...
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... utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Boot your computer. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H67-V 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. Do not save them on the USB flash drive. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Insert the support DVD...
... utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Boot your computer. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8H67-V 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. Do not save them on the USB flash drive. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Insert the support DVD...
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... reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you to ensure system compatibility and stability. When BIOS update is done, press to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H67...
... reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you to ensure system compatibility and stability. When BIOS update is done, press to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8H67...
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... Monitor Disabled Enabled Auto Enabled Enabled All Disabled Enabled Disabled Enalbed Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled JMB Storage Controller. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for 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...
... Monitor Disabled Enabled Auto Enabled Enabled All Disabled Enabled Disabled Enalbed Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled JMB Storage Controller. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for 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...
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... Mode Technology. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to zero (0). Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to activate in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-18 ASUS P8H67...
... Mode Technology. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to zero (0). Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to activate in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-18 ASUS P8H67...
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...] Allows you to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to enable or disable Render Standby by your CPU. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you enable or disable Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor Support for Directed I /O. [Enabled] Enables the Intel Virtualization Technology for add-on VGA devices. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer...
...] Allows you to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19 Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to enable or disable Render Standby by your CPU. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] IGD Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you enable or disable Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor Support for Directed I /O. [Enabled] Enables the Intel Virtualization Technology for add-on VGA devices. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.5.3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer...
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... USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard USB 3.0 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Atheros ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the Atheros LAN item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Rom Help of the VIA Storage controller. IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; Due to the CrossFireX™ limitation, DO NOT use the PCIe x1 slots when you to set up a CrossFireX™ configuration. IRQ=4] Allows you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards...
... USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard USB 3.0 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Atheros ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the Atheros LAN item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Rom Help of the VIA Storage controller. IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; Due to the CrossFireX™ limitation, DO NOT use the PCIe x1 slots when you to set up a CrossFireX™ configuration. IRQ=4] Allows you install two CrossFireX™ graphics cards...