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P8H61-M LX
Motherboard
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E6649 First Edition (V1) June 2011 Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”). Product warranty or service will not be extended i
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Contents Notices ......................................................................................................... vi Safety information ..................................................................................... vii About this guide ....................................................................................... viii P8H61-M LX specifications summary ....................................................... ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! .................
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Contents 1.11 Software support ........................................................................ 1-26 1.11.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-26 1.11.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-26 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 .....
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Contents 2.5.5 USB Configuration ........................................................ 2-19 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration .................................... 2-19 2.5.7 APM .............................................................................. 2-20 2.6 Monitor menu ............................................................................. 2-22 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] ...... 2-22 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] 2-22 2.
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Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide r
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REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be place
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About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Conventions
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P8H61-M LX specifications summary ® CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports 32nm CPU ® Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 ® * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 suppport depends on the CPU types; ® ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list. ® Chipset Intel H61 (B3) Express Chipset Memory 2 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture ® Supports Intel Ex
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P8H61-M LX specifications summary ASUS Exclusive ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Overclocking Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard (Purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse (Green) 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x COM port 1 x LPT port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel Internal connectors/ 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 switches/ buttons ports 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x Chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio
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Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ® Thank you for buying an ASUS P8H61-M LX motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS P8H61-M LX motherboard Cables
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® Intel H61 (B3) Express Chipset ® The Intel H61 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to ® support the new 1155 socket Intel Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 second generation processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, which allows increased bandwidth and stability. 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 requireme
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ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is a unique power saving technology that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time. AI Suite II With its fast user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package. It allows you to supervise overcl
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ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall
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1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall
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1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of
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LGA1155 CLRTC 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 19.3cm(7.6in) KBMS CPU_FAN EPU ATX12V USB34 CHA_FAN LAN1_USB12 Lithium Cell 2 CMOS Power AUDIO PCIEX16 P8H61-M LX RTL 8111E 5 SB_PWR PCIEX1_1 Super ® Intel SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 I/O PCIEX1_2 H61 6 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 PCIEX1_3 ALC SPDIF_OUT 32Mb 887 USB56 USB78 USB910 F_PANEL BIOS AAFP SPEAKER 12 11 10 9 8 7 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors 1-23 7. System panel co
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ® The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will s
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3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted. Load plate 4. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. PnP cap 5. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket, and CPU notches then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending Gold the connector
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6. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer. Some heatsinks come with pre- applied thermal paste. If so, skip this step. The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. Close the load plate (A), and then push B down the load lever (B), en
