Asus P8H61 PLUS R2 0 User Manual

P8H61 R2.0 Series  
• P8H61 R2.0  
• P8H61 PLUS R2.0  
• P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
Contents  
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Safety information  
Electrical safety  
To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet  
before relocating the system.  
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables  
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,  
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.  
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all  
power cables are unplugged.  
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices  
could interrupt the grounding circuit.  
Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not  
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power  
company.  
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service  
technician or your retailer.  
Operation safety  
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals  
that came with the package.  
Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power  
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.  
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,  
slots, sockets and circuitry.  
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area  
where it may become wet.  
Place the product on a stable surface.  
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service  
technician or your retailer.  
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.  
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Conventions used in this guide  
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used  
throughout this manual.  
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to  
complete a task.  
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to  
complete a task.  
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.  
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.  
Where to find more information  
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software  
updates.  
1.  
ASUS websites  
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software  
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.  
2.  
Optional documentation  
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,  
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the  
standard package.  
Typography  
Bold text  
Italics  
Indicates a menu or an item to select.  
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.  
<Key>  
Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means  
that you must press the enclosed key.  
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or  
Return key.  
<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3>  
If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key  
names are linked with a plus sign (+).  
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>  
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P8H61 R2.0 Series specifications summary  
CPU  
LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 /  
Pentium® / Celeron® processors  
Supports 22/32nm CPU  
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0  
* The Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the  
CPU types.  
** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list.  
Chipset  
Memory  
Intel® H61 Express Chipset  
2 x DIMMs, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/  
1866(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory  
Dual-channel memory architecture  
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)  
*
DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is supported by  
Intel® 3rd generation processors.  
** Due to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866 MHz memory module  
will run at DDR3 2000/1800 MHz frequency.  
Vendors List).  
****When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more,  
Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than  
3GB. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you  
are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system.  
Expansion slots  
1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slot [blue] (at x16 mode)  
2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots  
3 x PCI slots  
* PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™  
processors.  
Intel® H61 Express Chipset:  
Storage  
4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors  
Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller  
LAN  
Audio  
Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC  
*
Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support  
an 8-channel audio output.  
USB  
P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0:  
Intel® H61 Express Chipset:  
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10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at  
the back panel)  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0:  
ASMedia® ASM1042 controller - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost  
UASP Mode  
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2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (at the back panel, blue)  
Intel® H61 Express Chipset:  
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8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 2 ports at the  
back panel)  
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P8H61 R2.0 Series specifications summary  
Special features  
100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors  
(P8H61/USB3 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0 only)  
ASUS unique features ASUS DIGI+ VRM:  
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Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for the CPU  
ASUS 3+1 Phase Power Design  
ASUS Exclusive Features:  
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Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth  
domination for top network program in use  
USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard  
(P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only)  
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Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support  
ASUS Anti-Surge Protection  
ASUS EPU  
ASUS TurboV  
ASUS AI Charger+ (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only)  
ASUS AI Charger  
ASUS AI Suite II  
ASUS Low EMI  
ASUS ESD  
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:  
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ASUS Fan Xpert  
ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution  
ASUS EZ DIY:  
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ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3  
ASUS EZ Flash 2  
ASUS MyLogo 2™  
The Network iControl feature does not support Windows®  
XP/Vista operating systems.  
ASUS exclusive  
Precision Tweaker:  
overclocking features  
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vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment  
vCCSA: 190-step system agent voltage control  
vDRAM Bus: 190-step Memory voltage control  
vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control  
SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection):  
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BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at  
1MHz increment  
Overclocking protection:  
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ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)  
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P8H61 R2.0 Series specifications summary  
Rear panel ports  
1 x PS/2 Mouse port (green)  
1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple)  
1 x COM port  
1 x LPT port  
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port  
3 x Audio jacks  
P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0:  
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4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0:  
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2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports  
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports  
Internal connectors/  
switches/ buttons  
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1  
ports  
4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors  
1 x CPU fan connector  
1 x Chassis fan connector  
1 x Front panel audio connector  
1 x S/PDIF Out connector  
1 x System panel connector  
1 x 24-pin EATX power connector  
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector  
BIOS features  
64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI  
v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash  
2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3  
Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence  
Detect) memory information  
Manageability  
Accessories  
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOR by PME, PXE  
2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables  
1 x I/O shield  
1 x User Manual  
1 x Support DVD  
Support DVD  
Drivers  
ASUS utilities  
ASUS Update  
Anti-virus software (OEM version)  
Form factor  
ATX form factor: 12 in x 7.8 in (30.5 cm x 19.8 cm)  
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Chapter 1  
Product introduction  
1.1  
Welcome!  
Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8H61 R2.0 Series 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  
Cables  
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series motherboard  
2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables  
1 x I/O shield  
Accessories  
Application DVD  
Documentation  
ASUS motherboard support DVD  
User Manual  
P8H61 R2.0 Series motherboards include P8H61 R2.0, P8H61 PLUS R2.0, and  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 three models. The package contents vary from models. The layout  
illustrations in this user guide are for P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only.  
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.  
1.3  
Special features  
1.3.1  
Product highlights  
LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 /  
Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Processors  
This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/  
i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package, with iGPU,  
memory, and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard  
graphics out with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel (2 DIMMs) DDR3  
memory, and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics  
performance. Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron®  
processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in  
the world.  
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Intel® H61 Express Chipset  
The Intel® H61 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to  
support the new 1155 socket Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 /  
Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors. It provides  
improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, which allows  
increased bandwidth and stability.  
Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) /  
1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066MHz support  
The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer  
rates of 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333/  
1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D  
graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3  
architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost  
system performance.  
DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is supported by Intel® 3rd generation  
processors.  
Due to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866 memory module will run at DDR3  
2000/1800 MHz frequency.  
PCI Express® 3.0  
PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the latest PCI Express bus standard with  
improved encoding schemes that provide twice the performance of the  
current PCIe 2.0. The total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum  
of 32Gb/s, double the 16 Gb/s of PCIe 2.0 (in x16 mode). As such, PCIe  
3.0 provides users an unprecendented data speeds, combined with the  
convenience and seamless transition offerred by complete backward  
compatibility with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. PCIe 3.0 will become  
a must-have feature for users who wish to improve and optimize graphic  
performance, as well as have the latest technology available to them.  
* PCI 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors.  
8-channel high definition audio  
The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously  
codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio  
output and jack-detect feature that automatically detects and identifies  
what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies  
users of inappropriate connection, which means there will be no more  
confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks.  
Gigabit LAN solution  
The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. It is  
enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power  
management for advanced operating systems.  
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ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series  
100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors  
(P8H61/USB3 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0 only)  
This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for  
durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.  
1.3.2  
ASUS DIGI+ VRM  
Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for the CPU  
All-new digital CPU power controls work perfectly together to match  
digital power signal (SVID) requests from the CPU, with ultra-fast sensing  
and response efficiently delivering precision power. Accurate delivery  
reduces waste, and provides more stable CPU Vcore voltages. Users can  
adjust the CPU voltage for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate  
input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. This  
proprietary design increases overclocking headroom to push performance  
to its full potential.  
EPU  
Tap into the world’s first real-time PC power saving chip through the AI  
Suite II utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically  
detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power  
consumption. This also reduces fan noise and extends component  
longevity.  
1.3.3  
Innovative ASUS features  
ASUS UEFI BIOS  
Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface  
ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS  
designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface  
that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only controls. It also natively  
supports fully-utilized hard drives larger than 2.2TB in 64-bit operating  
systems.  
ASUS exclusive interface  
EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. Users can choose system  
performance settings, and drag and drop boot priorities. Advanced Mode  
for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a  
dedicated memory info page for complete insight.  
New upgrade! Quick and easy information for enhanced system  
control  
- F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for sharing UEFI information and  
troubleshooting  
- New F3 Shortcut for most accessed information  
- ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information for accessing  
memory information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult  
POST situations.  
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ASUS TurboV  
Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS  
TurboV. This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or  
rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just  
a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides  
the best O.C. settings in different scenarios.  
USB 3.0 Boost (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only)  
New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached  
SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. With USB 3.0 Boost  
technology, a USB device’s transmission speed is significantly increased  
up to 170%, adding to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed.  
ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible  
USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction.  
Network iControl  
With a one-click on/off button, the software currently in use is set as  
top priority over all other network programs, dominating the network  
bandwidth with ease. Moreover, you can prioritize your favorite software  
easily by configuring profiles through the intutive user interface. Within  
the profile, programs can be pre-scheduled to run in a specific time period  
to avoid network clogging and long-waits on downloads. Auto PPPoE  
network connection gives a one-step setup and an intuitive network  
bandwidth control center.  
The Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems.  
ASUS Anti-Surge Protection  
This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard  
from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply  
(PSU).  
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 overclocking, energy management, fan speed  
control, and voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers  
diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth  
between different utilities.  
Fan Xpert  
ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis  
fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by  
different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s  
loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan  
speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.  
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Ai Charger  
Ai Charger is ASUS fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone,  
and iPad.  
Check your USB mobile device if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function.  
The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.  
Ai Charger+ (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only)  
ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to a new  
level of USB 3.0 fast charging experience. With its easy and user-friendly  
interface, you can not only easily charge iPod, iPhone and iPad, but also  
BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before.  
*
Ai Charger is ASUS unique fast-charging software which supports iPod, iPhone and  
iPad.  
** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function.  
***The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.  
Low EMI  
A special low-radiation design shields you from harmful electromagnetic  
exposure by eliminating 50% of radiation.  
1. Radiation Deduction Design minimizes harmful electromagnetic  
radiation output with exclusive circuit design to cancel electrical  
charge.  
2. The Radiation Moat Design effectively blocks radiation to prevent  
discharge spread.  
ESD  
Protect your computer with ESD Guards. Electrostatic discharge  
(ESD) conditions can happen while plugging or unplugging any USB  
peripherals-causing damage to the computer. ASUS ESD Guards clamp  
the ESD voltage and shunt the majority of the ESD current away for a  
more reliable computing environment.  
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.  
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C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)  
The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings  
when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. C.P.R. eliminates the  
need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut  
down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the  
CPU parameters to their default settings.  
ErP ready  
The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP)  
ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency  
requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with  
ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient  
products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon  
footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.  
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 any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the  
bag that came with the component.  
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is  
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may  
cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.  
Standby Power LED  
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system  
is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down  
the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard  
component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
SB_PWR  
ON  
OFF  
Standby Power Powered Off  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Onboard LED  
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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 the chassis as indicated in  
the image below.  
1.5.2  
Screw holes  
Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.  
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.  
Place this side towards  
the rear of the chassis  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
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1.5.3  
Motherboard layout  
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19.8cm(7.8in)  
KBMS  
CPU_FAN  
DIGI+  
VRM  
ATX12V  
USB3_12  
LAN_USB12  
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CHA_FAN  
Lithium Cell  
CMOS Power  
AUDIO  
ASM  
1042  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
RTL  
8111F  
PCIEX16  
PCIEX1_1  
PCIEX1_2  
ASM  
1083  
Intel®  
H61  
Super  
I/O  
PCI1  
5
6
64Mb  
BIOS  
PCI2  
CLRTC  
ALC  
887  
PCI3  
SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3  
SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1  
SPDIF_OUT  
SB_PWR  
USB56  
USB78  
USB910  
PANEL  
AAFP  
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10  
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19.8cm(7.8in)  
KBMS  
CPU_FAN  
DIGI+  
VRM  
ATX12V  
USB34  
LAN_USB12  
1
CHA_FAN  
Lithium Cell  
CMOS Power  
AUDIO  
P8H61 PLUS R2.0  
RTL  
8111F  
PCIEX16  
PCIEX1_1  
ASM  
1083  
Intel®  
H61  
PCIEX1_2  
Super  
I/O  
PCI1  
5
6
64Mb  
BIOS  
PCI2  
CLRTC  
ALC  
887  
PCI3  
SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3  
SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1  
SPDIF_OUT  
AAFP  
SB_PWR  
USB56  
USB78  
USB910  
PANEL  
11  
10  
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2
4
19.8cm(7.8in)  
KBMS  
CPU_FAN  
DIGI+  
VRM  
ATX12V  
USB34  
LAN_USB12  
1
CHA_FAN  
Lithium Cell  
CMOS Power  
AUDIO  
P8H61 R2.0  
RTL  
8111F  
PCIEX16  
PCIEX1_1  
ASM  
1083  
Intel®  
H61  
PCIEX1_2  
Super  
I/O  
PCI1  
5
6
64Mb  
BIOS  
PCI2  
CLRTC  
ALC  
887  
PCI3  
SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3  
SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1  
SPDIF_OUT  
AAFP  
SB_PWR  
USB56  
USB78  
USB910  
PANEL  
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1.5.4  
Layout contents  
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED  
Page  
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED  
Page  
1.  
2.  
3.  
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,  
4-pin ATX12V)  
1-28 7.  
System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)  
1-32  
CPU and chassis fan connectors  
(4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)  
1-29 8.  
USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56,  
USB78, USB910)  
1-31  
Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket  
1-11  
9.  
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-29  
4.  
5.  
6.  
DDR3 DIMM slots  
1-16 10. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-27  
Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)  
1-25 11. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)  
1-30  
1-6  
Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors  
(7-pin SATA3G_1/2/3/4)  
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1.6  
Central Processing Unit (CPU)  
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd /  
2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® 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 shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.  
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise  
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the  
LGA1155 socket.  
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from  
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP  
cap.  
1.6.1  
Installing the CPU  
To install a CPU:  
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155  
2.  
Press the load lever with your thumb (A),  
and then move it to the right (B) until it is  
released from the retention tab.  
Load lever  
A
To prevent damage to the socket pins,  
do not remove the PnP cap unless  
you are installing a CPU.  
B
Retention tab  
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3.  
4.  
5.  
Lift the load lever in the direction of the  
arrow until the load plate is completely  
lifted.  
Load plate  
Remove the PnP cap from the CPU  
socket by lifting the tab only.  
PnP cap  
Position the CPU over the socket,  
ensuring that the gold triangle is on the  
bottom-left corner of the socket, and  
then fit the socket alignment keys into  
the CPU notches.  
CPU notches  
The CPU fits in only one correct  
orientation. DO NOT force the CPU  
into the socket to prevent bending  
the connectors on the socket and  
damaging the CPU!  
Gold  
triangle  
mark  
Alignment keys  
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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  
down the load lever (B), ensuring that  
the front edge of the load plate slides  
under the retention knob (C).  
B
A
C
8.  
Insert the load lever under the retention  
tab.  
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1.6.2  
Installing the CPU heatsink and fan  
The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to  
ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.  
When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and  
heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel®-certified  
multi-directional heatsink and fan.  
Your Intel® LGA1155 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and  
requires no tool to install.  
Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. The LGA1155 socket  
is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension.  
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you have  
properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install  
the heatsink and fan assembly.  
Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU  
fan and heatsink assembly.  
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:  
A
1.  
Place the heatsink on top of the installed  
CPU, ensuring that the four fasteners match  
the holes on the motherboard.  
B
B
A
Orient the heatsink and fan assembly  
such that the CPU fan cable is closest to  
the CPU fan connector.  
2.  
Push down two fasteners at a time in a  
diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink  
and fan assembly in place.  
1
1
A
B
B
A
The type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but the installation steps and  
functions should remain the same. The illustration above is for reference only.  
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3.  
Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.  
CPU_FAN  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 CPU fan connector  
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if  
you fail to plug this connector.  
1.6.3  
Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan  
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard.  
Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.  
Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and  
fan assembly from the motherboard.  
A
A
B
B
A
B
B
A
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4.  
5.  
Carefully remove the heatsink and fan  
assembly from the motherboard.  
Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure  
correct orientation when reinstalling.  
1.7  
System memory  
1.7.1  
Overview  
The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules  
(DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but  
is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are  
developed for better performance with less power consumption.  
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:  
Channel  
Sockets  
Channel A  
Channel B  
DIMM_A1  
DIMM_B1  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets  
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1.7.2  
Memory configurations  
You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM  
sockets.  
You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps  
the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess  
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.  
According to Intel CPU specification, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to  
protect the CPU.  
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we  
recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.  
Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB  
or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be  
about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the  
following:  
- Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS.  
- Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the  
motherboard.  
This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less..  
The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect  
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.  
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a  
lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a  
higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency  
adjustment.  
For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full  
memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.  
P8H61 R2.0 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)  
DDR3-2400 MHz capability  
DIMM socket  
support (Optional)  
SS/ Chip  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
Chip NO. Timing  
Voltage  
DS  
Brand  
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs  
CORSAIR  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
GEIL  
CMGTX8(XMP)  
8GB(2GB x 4)  
SS  
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10-12-10-27 1.65V  
11-11-11-31 1.65V  
F3-19200CL11Q-16GBZHD(XMP1.3) 16GB(4GB x 4) DS  
F3-19200CL9D-4GBPIS(XMP)  
GET34GB2400C9DC(XMP)  
4GB(2x 2GB)  
2GB  
DS  
DS  
SS  
SS  
SS  
DS  
9-11-9-28  
9-11-9-27  
1.65V  
1.65V  
KINGMAX  
Transcend  
Transcend  
Transcend  
FLLE88F-C8KKAA HAIS(XMP)  
TX2400KLU-4GK(427652)(XMP)  
TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP)  
TX2400KLU-4GK(374243)(XMP)  
2GB  
10-11-10-30 1.8V  
4GB(2 x 2GB)  
4GB(2x 2GB)  
4GB(2x 2GB)  
-
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
9
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PATRIOT  
PVV34G2400C9K(XMP)  
4GB(2x 2GB)  
DS  
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9-11-9-27  
1.65V  
DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is supported by Intel® 3rd generation  
processors.  
Due to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866 memory module will run at DDR3  
2000/1800 MHz frequency.  
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DDR3-2250 MHz capability  
DIMM socket support  
(Optional)  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage  
1 DIMM  
2 DIMMs  
KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
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1.65V  
DDR3-2200 MHz capability  
DIMM socket support  
(Optional)  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing  
Voltage  
1 DIMM  
2 DIMMs  
GEIL  
GEIL  
GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP)  
2GB  
DS  
DS  
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9-10-9-28 1.65V  
GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 4GB  
9-11-9-28  
-
1.65V  
KINGMAX  
FLKE85F-B8KJA FEIH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
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1.5V-1.7V  
DDR3-2133 MHz capability  
DIMM socket  
support (Optional)  
SS/ Chip  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
Chip NO. Timing  
Voltage  
DS  
Brand  
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs  
A-DATA  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
G.SKILL  
GEIL  
AX3U2133GC2G9B-DG2(XMP)  
2GB  
SS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
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9-11-10-27 1.50V  
9-10-9-24 1.65V  
9-10-9-27 1.50V  
9-11-9-27 1.50V  
9-11-10-28 1.65V  
CMT16GX3M4X2133C9(XMP 1.3) 16GB(4GB x 4)  
CMT4GX3M2A2133C9(XMP)  
CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(XMP)  
CMT8GX3M2B2133C9(XMP)  
4GB(2 x 2GB)  
4GB(2 x 2GB)  
8GB(4GB x 2)  
F3-17000CL9Q-16GBZH(XMP1.3) 16GB(4GB x 4)  
GE34GB2133C9DC(XMP)  
GU34GB2133C9DC(XMP)  
2GB  
9-9-9-28  
9-9-9-28  
-
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
GEIL  
4GB(2 x 2GB)  
4GB(2 x 2GB)  
KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K2/4GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3X2K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB)  
KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K4/8GX(XMP) 8GB(4 x 2GB)  
9-11-9-27 1.65V  
9-11-9-27 1.65V  
KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4/8GX(XMP) 8GB(4x 2GB)  
DS  
-
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1.65V  
DDR3-2000 MHz capability  
DIMM socket  
support (Optional)  
SS/ Chip  
DS Brand  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
Chip NO.  
Timing  
Voltage  
1.65V  
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs  
Apacer  
78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP)  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
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CORSAIR CMZ4GX3M2A2000C10(XMP)  
CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP)  
10-10-10-27 1.50V  
8-9-8-24  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.6V  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
GEIL  
F3-16000CL9D-4GBFLS(XMP)  
F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP)  
F3-16000CL6T-6GBPIS(XMP)  
GUP34GB2000C9DC(XMP)  
9-9-9-24  
9-9-9-27  
6-9-6-24  
9-9-9-28  
KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
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Transcend TX2000KLN-8GK(XMP)  
Asint SLA302G08-ML2HB(XMP)  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
4GB  
DS HYNIX H5TQ2G83BFR H9C  
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DDR3-1866 MHz capability  
DIMM socket  
support (Optional)  
SS/ Chip  
DS Brand  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
Chip NO. Timing  
Voltage  
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
CMT4GX3M2A1866C9(XMP)  
CMT6GX3MA1866C9(XMP)  
CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP)  
F3-14900CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP1.3)  
4GB(2 x 2GB)  
6GB(3 x 2GB)  
8GB(2 x 4GB)  
DS  
DS  
DS  
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9-9-9-24  
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.50V  
1.5V  
9-9-9-24  
9-10-9-27  
9-10-9-28  
16GB(4GB x 4) DS  
F3-14900CL10Q2-64GBZLD(XMP1.3) 64GB(8GB x 8) DS  
10-11-10-30 1.5V  
F3-14900CL9D-8GBXL(XMP)  
F3-14900CL9Q-8GBXL(XMP)  
8GB(2 x 4GB)  
8GB(2GB x 4)  
3GB(3 x 1GB)  
DS  
DS  
SS  
9-10-9-28  
1.5V  
9-9-9-24  
1.6V  
KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3/3GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3K4/16GX(XMP)  
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1.65V  
1.65V  
16GB(4GB x 4) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP)  
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DDR3-1600 MHz capability  
DIMM socket  
support (Optional)  
SS/ Chip  
DS Brand  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
Chip NO.  
Timing Voltage  
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs  
3CCD-1509A  
EL1126T  
A-DATA  
A-DATA  
A-DATA  
AM2U16BC2P1  
2GB  
SS A-DATA  
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AD31600E001GM(O)U3K  
AM2U16BC4P2  
3GB(3 x 1GB) SS  
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8-8-8-24 1.65V-1.85V  
3CCD-1509A  
EL1126T  
4GB DS A-DATA  
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A-DATA  
AX3U1600GC4G9-2G(XMP)  
AX3U1600XC4G79-2X(XMP)  
TR3X3G1600C8D(XMP)  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
3GB(3 x 1GB) SS  
12GB(6x2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
8GB(4 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
2GB(2 x 1GB) SS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) SS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
16GB(4 x 4GB) DS  
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7-9-7-21 1.55V-1.75V  
8-8-8-24 1.65V  
8-8-8-24 1.65V  
8-8-8-24 1.65V  
9-9-9-24 1.65V  
7-8-7-20 1.65V  
9-9-9-24 1.65V  
9-9-9-24 1.65V  
8-8-8-24 1.65V  
8-8-8-24 1.65V  
9-9-9-24 1.65V  
9-9-9-24 1.65V  
7-8-7-20 1.50V  
9-9-9-24 1.65V  
A-DATA  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
Crucial  
CMD12GX3M6A1600C8(XMP)  
CMP4GX3M2A1600C8(XMP)  
CMP4GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)  
CMP4GX3M2C1600C7(XMP)  
CMX4GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)  
CMX4GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)  
TR3X6G1600C8 G(XMP)  
TR3X6G1600C8D G(XMP)  
TR3X6G1600C9 G(XMP)  
CMP8GX3M2A1600C9(XMP)  
CMZ8GX3M2A1600C7R(XMP)  
CMX8GX3M4A1600C9(XMP)  
BL25664BN1608.16FF(XMP)  
F3-12800CL9D-2GBNQ(XMP)  
F3-12800CL7D-4GBRH(XMP)  
F3-12800CL7D-4GBRM(XMP)  
F3-12800CL8D-4GBRM(XMP)  
F3-12800CL9D-4GBECO(XMP)  
F3-12800CL9D-4GBRL(XMP)  
F3-12800CL9T-6GBNQ(XMP)  
F3-12800CL7D-8GBRH(XMP)  
F3-12800CL8D-8GBECO(XMP)  
F3-12800CL9D-8GBRL(XMP)  
GET316GB1600C9QC(XMP)  
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G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
GEIL  
9-9-9-24 1.5V  
7-7-7-24 1.6V  
7-8-7-24 1.6V  
8-8-8-24 1.60V  
9-9-9-24 XMP 1.35V  
9-9-9-24 1.5V  
9-9-9-24 1.5V~1.6V  
7-8-7-24 1.6V  
8-8-8-24 XMP 1.35V  
9-9-9-24 1.5V  
9-9-9-28 1.6V  
H5TQ2G83CFR  
PBC  
HYNIX  
HMT351U6CFR8C-PB  
4GB  
DS HYNIX  
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KINGMAX  
KINGMAX  
KINGMAX  
FLGD45F-B8MF7 MAEH(XMP)  
FLGE85F-B8KJ9A FEIS(XMP)  
FLGE85F-B8MF7 MEEH(XMP)  
1GB  
2GB  
2GB  
SS  
DS  
DS  
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KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/4G  
4GB(2 x 2GB) SS  
12GB(3x4GB) DS  
1.5V  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP)  
9-9-9-27 1.65V  
9-9-9-27 1.65V  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1BK3/12GX(XMP) 12GB(3x4GB) DS  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K4/16GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9AD3/2G  
16GB(4GB x 4) DS  
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1.65V  
1.65V  
2GB  
DS  
11-11-  
11-28  
KINGSTON KVR1600D3N11/2G-ES  
2GB  
DS KTC  
D1288JPNDPLD9U  
1.35V-1.5V  
KINGSTON KHX1600C7D3K2/4GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3K2/4GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3T1K2/4GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2/4GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3LK2/4GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP)  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
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1.65V  
8
8
9
9
1.65V  
1.65V  
1.65V  
XMP 1.35V  
9-9-9-27 1.65V  
-
1.65V  
1.65V  
9
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1BK3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
9-9-9-27 1.65V  
9-9-9-27 1.65V  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2/8GX(XMP)  
KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/8G  
Super Talent WA160UX6G9  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
-
1.5V  
9
-
-
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Transcend  
Asint  
JM1600KLN-8GK  
8GB(4GB x 2) DS Transcend TK483PCW3  
SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP)  
SLA302G08-EGG1C(XMP)  
SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP)  
M2P2G64CB8HC9N-DG(XMP)  
998659(XMP)  
2GB  
4GB  
4GB  
2GB  
DS Asint  
DS Asint  
DS Asint  
3128M8-GJ1D  
9-9-9-24 1.6V  
Asint  
302G08-GG1C  
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Asint  
302G08-GJ1C  
-
Elixir  
DS  
-
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Mushkin  
Mushkin  
PATRIOT  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
9-9-9-24  
998659(XMP)  
9-9-9-24 1.5~1.6V  
7-7-7-20 1.7V  
PGS34G1600LLKA  
H5TQ2G83BFR  
PBC  
SanMax  
SMD-4G68HP-16KZ  
4GB  
DS HYNIX  
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1-19  
DDR3-1333 MHz capability  
DIMM socket  
support (Optional)  
SS/ Chip  
DS Brand  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
Chip NO.  
Timing Voltage  
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs  
AD30908C8D-151C  
E0906  
A-Data  
A-Data  
A-Data  
AD31333001GOU  
AD31333G001GOU  
AD31333002GOU  
1GB  
SS A-Data  
-
-
3GB(3 x 1GB) SS  
-
-
8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V  
AD30908C8D-151C  
E0903  
2GB  
DS A-Data  
-
-
A-Data  
AD31333G002GMU  
78.A1GC6.9L1  
2GB  
2GB  
2GB  
1GB  
1GB  
DS  
-
-
8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V  
Apacer  
DS APACER AM5D5808DEWSBG  
-
-
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Apacer  
78.A1GC6.9L1  
DS Apacer  
AM5D5808FEQSBG  
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CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
CORSAIR  
Crucial  
CM3X1024-1333C9DHX  
CM3X1024-1333C9  
TR3X3G1333C9 G  
TR3X3G1333C9 G  
CM3X1024-1333C9DHX  
SS  
SS  
-
-
-
-
-
9-9-9-24 1.60V  
9-9-9-24 1.60V  
9-9-9-24 1.50V  
9-9-9-24 1.50V  
-
3GB(3 x 1GB) SS  
3GB(3 x 1GB) SS  
-
-
1GB  
DS Corsair  
-
-
-
CMD24GX3M6A1333C9(XMP) 24GB(6x4GB) DS  
-
-
-
9-9-9-24 1.60V  
9-9-9-24 1.50V  
CMX8GX3M4A1333C9  
CT12864BA1339.8FF  
8GB(4 x 2GB) DS  
-
1GB  
2GB  
SS Micron  
DS Micron  
9FF22D9KPT  
9
9
-
-
Crucial  
CT25664BA1339.16FF  
BL25664BN1337.16FF (XMP)  
9KF27D9KPT  
-
Crucial  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
-
7-7-7-24 1.65V  
1.35V(low  
voltage)  
ELPIDA  
ELPIDA  
EBJ10UE8EDF0-DJ-F  
EBJ21UE8EDF0-DJ-F  
1GB  
SS ELPIDA  
J1108EDSE-DJ-F  
J1108EDSE-DJ-F  
-
1.35V(low  
voltage)  
2GB  
1GB  
DS ELPIDA  
SS G.SKILL  
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-
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
G.SKILL  
GEIL  
F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK(XMP)  
F3-10666CL7T-3GBPK(XMP)  
F3-10666CL9T-3GBNQ  
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3GB(3 x 1GB) SS  
3GB(3 x 1GB) SS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
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7-7-7-18 1.5~1.6V  
9-9-9-24 1.5~1.6V  
8-8-8-21 1.5-1.6V  
8-8-8-24 XMP 1.35V  
7-7-7-18 1.5~1.6V  
7-7-7-21 1.5V  
F3-10600CL8D-4GBHK(XMP)  
F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
F3-10666CL7T-6GBPK(XMP)  
F3-10666CL7D-8GBRH(XMP)  
F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL  
GET316GB1333C9QC  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
8GB(2 x 4GB) DS  
16GB(4x 4GB) DS  
2GB(2 x 1GB) DS  
9-9-9-24 1.5V  
9-9-9-24 1.5V  
GEIL  
GV32GB1333C9DC  
9-9-9-24 1.5V  
1.3V(low  
9-9-9-24  
GEIL  
GG34GB1333C9DC  
GV34GB1333C9DC  
HMT112U6TFR8A-H9  
HMT325U6BFR8C-H9  
HMT125U6TFR8A-H9  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS GEIL  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
GL1L128M88BA12N  
-
voltage)  
GEIL  
-
9-9-9-24 1.5V  
1.35V(low  
voltage)  
Hynix  
HYNIX  
Hynix  
1GB  
2GB  
2GB  
SS HYNIX  
SS HYNIX  
DS HYNIX  
DS HYNIX  
H5TC1G83TFRH9A  
H5TQ2G83BFRH9C  
H5TC1G83TFRH9A  
H5TQ2G83BFRH9C  
-
-
-
-
1.35V(low  
voltage)  
HYNIX  
HMT351U6BFR8C-H9  
FLFD45F-B8KL9 NAES  
FLFE85F-C8KF9 CAES  
FLFE85F-C8KM9 NAES  
FLFE85F-B8KL9 NEES  
FLFF65F-C8KM9 NEES  
KVR1333D3N9/1G  
4GB  
1GB  
2GB  
2GB  
2GB  
4GB  
1GB  
2GB  
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KINGMAX  
KINGMAX  
KINGMAX  
KINGMAX  
KINGMAX  
Kingston  
Kingston  
Kingston  
Kingston  
Kingston  
Kingston  
Kingston  
Kingston  
Kingston  
Micron  
SS KINGMAX KKB8FNWBFGNX-27A  
SS KINGMAX KFC8FMFXF-DXX-15A  
SS KINGMAX KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A  
DS KINGMAX KKB8FNWBFGNX-26A  
DS KINGMAX KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A  
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SS ELPIDA  
SS HYNIX  
DS ELPIDA  
DS KTC  
J1108BDBG-DJ-F  
H5TQ2G83AFRH9C  
J1108BDBG-DJ-F  
D1288JPNDPLD9U  
J1108BDSE-DJ-F  
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9
9
9
9
9
7
9
9
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1.5V  
KVR1333D3N9/2G  
-
KVR1333D3N9/2G(low profile) 2GB  
1.5V  
KVR1333D3N9/2G  
2GB  
2GB  
1.5V  
KVR1333D3N9/2G  
DS ELPIDA  
1.5V  
KHX1333C7D3K2/4GX(XMP)  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
-
-
1.65V  
KHX1333C9D3UK2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
-
XMP 1.25V  
KVR1333D3N9/4G(low profile) 4GB  
DS HYNIX  
DS Hynix  
H5TQ2G83AFRH9C  
H5TQ2G83AFR  
1.5V  
KVR1333D3N9/4G  
4GB  
1GB  
1GB  
2GB  
2GB  
4GB  
-
-
-
-
-
-
MT4JTF12864AZ-1G4D1  
MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1  
MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4D1  
MT16JTF25664AZ-1G4F1  
MT16JTF51264AZ-1G4D1  
OCZ3G1333LV3GK  
SS MICRON D9LGQ  
-
Micron  
SS Micron  
9FF22D9KPT  
9
-
Micron  
SS MICRON D9LGK  
Micron  
DS Micron  
9KF27D9KPT  
9
-
Micron  
DS MICRON D9LGK  
OCZ  
3GB(3 x 1GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
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9-9-9-20 1.65V  
9-9-9-20 1.7V  
9-9-9-20 1.7V  
9-9-9-20 1.65V  
7-7-7-20 1.65V  
7-7-7-20 1.75V  
9-9-9-20 1.65V  
OCZ  
OCZ3F13334GK  
OCZ  
OCZ3G13334GK  
OCZ  
OCZ3G1333LV4GK  
OCZ  
OCZ3P1333LV4GK  
OCZ  
OCZ3X13334GK(XMP)  
OCZ3G1333LV6GK  
OCZ  
OCZ  
OCZ3P1333LV6GK  
6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
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(continued on the next page)  
1-20  
ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series  
DDR3-1333 MHz capability  
DIMM socket support  
(Optional)  
SS/ Chip  
DS Brand  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
Chip NO.  
Timing Voltage  
1 DIMM  
2 DIMMs  
OCZ  
OCZ  
OCZ  
PSC  
PSC  
PSC  
PSC  
OCZ3X1333LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS  
OCZ3G1333LV8GK 8GB(2x 4GB) DS  
OCZ3RPR1333C9LV8GK 8GB(2x 4GB) DS  
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8-8-8-20 1.60V  
9-9-9-20 1.65V  
9-9-9-20 1.65V  
8-8-8-24 1.5V  
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AL7F8G73D-DG1  
AL7F8G73F-DJ2  
AL8F8G73D-DG1  
AL8F8G73F-DJ2  
1GB  
1GB  
2GB  
2GB  
1GB  
2GB  
4GB  
1GB  
2GB  
4GB  
SS PSC  
SS PSC  
DS PSC  
DS PSC  
A3P1GF3DGF  
A3P1GF3FGF  
A3P1GF3DGF  
A3P1GF3FGF  
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8-8-8-24 1.5V  
-
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-
-
-
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SAMSUNG M378B2873FHS-CH9  
SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0-CH9  
SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0-CH9  
Super Talent W1333UA1GH  
SS Samsung K4B1G0846F  
DS Samsung K4B1G0846F  
DS Samsung K4B2G0846C  
-
-
-
SS HYNIX  
H5TQ1G83TFR  
9
9
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Super Talent W1333UB2GS  
DS Samsung K4B1G0846F  
DS Samsung K4B2G0846C  
Super Talent W1333UB4GS  
Super Talent W1333UX6GM  
6GB(3x 2GB) DS Micron  
0BF27D9KPT  
9-9-9-24 1.5V  
Elixir  
Elixir  
Elixir  
Elixir  
M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG  
M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-CG  
M2Y2G64CB8HC9N-CG  
M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG  
2GB  
2GB  
2GB  
4GB  
2GB  
DS Elixir  
DS  
N2CB2G808N-CG  
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
7-7-7-20  
DS Elixir  
DS Elixir  
-
-
-
-
N2CB2G808N-CG  
KINGSHARE KSRPCD313332G  
DS PATRIOT PM128M8D385-15  
SEC 904 HCH9  
DS Samsung  
Kingtiger  
2GB DIMM PC3-10666  
2GB  
-
-
K4B1G0846D  
Kingtiger  
PATRIOT  
PATRIOT  
PATRIOT  
RAMAXEL  
KTG2G1333PG3  
PSD31G13332H  
PSD31G13332  
PSD32G13332H  
2GB  
1GB  
1GB  
2GB  
DS  
DS  
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DS Patriot  
DS  
PM64M8D38U-15  
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-
RMR1870ED48E8F-1333 2GB  
DS ELPIDA  
J1108BDBG-DJ-F  
-
SILICON  
POWER  
SP001GBLTU133S01  
SP001GBLTU133S02  
SP002GBLTU133S02  
1GB  
1GB  
2GB  
SS NANYA  
NT5CB128M8AN-CG  
N2CB1680AN-C6  
N2CB1680AN-C6  
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9
9
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SILICON  
POWER  
SS elixir  
DS elixir  
SILICON  
POWER  
TAKEMS  
TAKEMS  
TAKEMS  
TAKEMS  
TAKEMS  
UMAX  
TMS1GB364D081-107EY 1GB  
TMS1GB364D081-138EY 1GB  
TMS2GB364D081-107EY 2GB  
TMS2GB364D081-138EY 2GB  
TMS2GB364D082-138EW 2GB  
SS  
SS  
DS  
DS  
DS  
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7-7-7-20 1.5V  
8-8-8-24 1.5V  
7-7-7-20 1.5V  
8-8-8-24 1.5V  
8-8-8-24 1.5V  
-
-
-
-
E41302GP0-73BDB  
3WVS31333-2G-CNR  
2GB  
2GB  
DS UMAX  
DS AMPO  
U2S24D30TP-13  
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-
-
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WINTEC  
AM3420803-13H  
Chapter 1: Product introduction  
1-21  
DDR3-1066 MHz capability  
DIMM socket  
support (Optional)  
SS/  
DS  
Vendors  
Part No.  
Size  
Chip Brand Chip NO.  
Timing Voltage  
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs  
Crucial  
Crucial  
CT12864BA1067.8FF  
CT25664BA1067.16FF  
1GB  
2GB  
SS Micron  
DS Micron  
9GF22D9KPT  
9HF22D9KPT  
7
7
-
-
1.35V(low  
voltage)  
ELPIDA  
ELPIDA  
ELPIDA  
EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F  
EBJ11UD8BAFA-AE-E  
EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F  
1GB  
1GB  
2GB  
SS ELPIDA  
DS Elpida  
DS ELPIDA  
J1108EDSE-DJ-F  
J5308BASE-AC-E  
J1108EDSE-DJ-F  
-
-
-
-
1.35V(low  
voltage)  
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/1G  
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/2G  
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G  
1GB  
2GB  
4GB  
SS KTC  
D1288JPNDPLD9U  
J1108BDSE-DJ-F  
H5TQ2G83AFR  
9GF22D9KPT  
9HF22D9KPT  
9BF27D9KPV  
N2CB1G80CN-BE  
-
7
7
7
7
7
1.5V  
1.5V  
1.5V  
-
DS ELPIDA  
DS Hynix  
SS Micron  
DS Micron  
Micron  
Micron  
OCZ  
MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1 1GB  
MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB  
-
OCZ3G1066LV4GK  
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS Micron  
7-7-7-20 1.65V  
Elixir  
M2Y2G64CB8HC5N-BE  
M2Y2G64CBHA9N-BE  
M2Y2G64CBHC9N-BE  
2GB DIMM PC3-8500  
2GB  
2GB  
2GB  
2GB  
DS Elixir  
DS  
-
-
-
-
-
Elixir  
-
7-7-7-20  
Elixir  
DS Elixir  
DS Hynix  
-
-
-
Kingtiger  
H5TQ1G83AFP G7C  
SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided  
DIMM support:  
1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted into either slot as single-channel memory  
configuration.  
2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of  
dual-channel memory configuration.  
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ASUS P8H61 R2.0 Series  
1.7.3  
Installing a DIMM  
Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.  
Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.  
2
1.  
2.  
Press the retaining clips outward to  
unlock a DIMM socket.  
DIMM notch  
Align a DIMM on the socket such that  
the notch on the DIMM matches the  
DIMM slot key on the socket.  
1
1
DIMM slot key  
Unlocked retaining clip  
A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into  
a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM.  
3.  
Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket  
until the retaining clips snap back in place  
and the DIMM is properly seated.  
3
Locked Retaining Clip  
1.7.4  
Removing a DIMM  
To remove a DIMM:  
1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips  
outward to unlock the DIMM.  
2
Support the DIMM lightly with your  
fingers when pressing the retaining  
clips. The DIMM might get damaged  
when it flips out with extra force.  
1
1
DIMM notch  
2.  
Remove the DIMM from the socket.  
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1.8  
Expansion slots  
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe  
the slots and the expansion cards that they support.  
Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may  
cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.  
1.8.1  
Installing an expansion card  
To install an expansion card:  
1.  
Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and  
make the necessary hardware settings for the card.  
2.  
3.  
Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).  
Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later  
use.  
4.  
Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely  
seated on the slot.  
5.  
6.  
Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.  
Replace the system cover.  
1.8.2  
Configuring an expansion card  
After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings.  
1.  
Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for  
information on BIOS setup.  
2.  
3.  
Assign an IRQ to the card.  
Install the software drivers for the expansion card.  
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that  
the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI  
groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.  
1.8.3  
PCI slots  
The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI 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 PCI Express specifications.  
1.8.5  
PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot  
This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16  
graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications.  
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1.9  
Jumpers  
Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)  
This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can  
clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing  
the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in  
CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
CLRTC  
1
2
2
3
Normal  
Clear RTC  
(Default)  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Clear RTC RAM  
To erase the RTC RAM:  
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.  
2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3  
for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.  
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.  
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter  
data.  
Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default  
position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!  
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again  
to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.  
You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For  
system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut  
down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to  
default values.  
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1.10  
Connectors  
1.10.1  
Rear panel connectors  
1
2
3
4 5  
10  
9
8
7
6
1.  
2.  
3.  
PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.  
Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices.  
LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)  
through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.  
LAN port LED indications  
Speed  
LED  
Activity Link  
LED  
Activity/Link LED  
Speed LED  
Status  
Status  
Description  
Description  
OFF  
No link  
OFF  
10Mbps connection  
100Mbps connection  
1Gbps connection  
ORANGE  
BLINKING  
Linked  
ORANGE  
GREEN  
Data activity  
LAN port  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other  
audio sources.  
Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4, 6, and  
8-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.  
Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.  
Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 6, or  
8-channel configuration.  
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration  
Port  
Headset 2-channel  
4-channel  
6-channel  
8-channel  
Light Blue (Rear panel)  
Lime (Rear panel)  
Pink (Rear panel)  
Lime (Front panel)  
Line In  
Line Out  
Mic In  
Rear Speaker Out  
Rear Speaker Out  
Rear Speaker Out  
Front Speaker Out  
Bass/Center  
Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out  
Mic In  
Bass/Center  
Side Speaker Out  
To configure an 8-channel audio output:  
Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output.  
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7.  
8.  
USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB  
2.0/1.1 devices.  
USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 (P8H61 R2.0 and P8H61 PLUS R2.0 only). These two 4-pin  
Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices.  
USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only). These two 9-pin Universal Serial  
Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 3.0/2.0 devices.  
DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows®  
operating system.  
Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows®  
OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.  
USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.  
We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster  
and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.  
9.  
Serial port. This 9-pin COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices.  
10. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.  
1.10.2  
Internal connectors  
1.  
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)  
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports  
either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel  
audio I/O module cable to this connector.  
AAFP  
PIN 1  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
HD-audio-compliant  
pin definition  
Legacy AC’97  
compliant definition  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Front panel audio connector  
We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this  
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.  
If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set  
the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. If you want to connect an AC'97  
front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this  
connector is set to [HD]. See section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details.  
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2.  
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)  
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are  
designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and  
push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.  
ATX12V  
EATXPWR  
+3 Volts  
GND  
+12 Volts  
+12 Volts  
+5V Standby  
Power OK  
GND  
+5 Volts  
+5 Volts  
+5 Volts  
-5 Volts  
GND  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
PIN 1  
+5 Volts  
GND  
GND  
GND  
+5 Volts  
GND  
PSON#  
GND  
+3 Volts  
+3 Volts  
-12 Volts  
+3 Volts  
PIN 1  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 ATX power connectors  
For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU)  
that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum  
power of 350 W.  
DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will  
not boot up.  
We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a  
system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may  
not boot up if the power is inadequate.  
If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system,  
com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.  
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3.  
CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)  
Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the  
black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.  
CPU_FAN  
CHA_FAN  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 fan connectors  
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the  
system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place  
jumper caps on the fan connectors!  
The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.  
Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature.  
4.  
Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)  
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect  
the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot  
opening at the back of the system chassis.  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
SPDIF_OUT  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Digital audio connector  
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.  
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5.  
Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4)  
These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via  
Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables.  
SATA3G_4  
SATA3G_2  
SATA3G_3  
SATA3G_1  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors  
You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA  
hard disk drives.  
Due to H61 Chipset limitation, AHCI Mode only works on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7.  
Please use IDE Mode on Windows® XP.  
[IDE] is the default SATA type. Under Windows® XP, there is no need to change the  
SATA type.  
To configure the SATA type in BIOS, click Advanced Mode > Advanced tab > SATA  
Configuration > SATA Mode Selection.  
When using hot-plug and NCQ on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7, set the SATA Mode  
Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details.  
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6.  
USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910)  
These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of  
these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system  
chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to  
480 Mbps connection speed.  
USB56  
USB78  
USB910  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
PIN 1  
PIN 1  
PIN 1  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 USB2.0 connectors  
Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!  
The USB module cable is purchased separately.  
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7.  
System panel connector (20-8 pin F_PANEL)  
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.  
PLED  
SPEAKER  
PANEL  
PIN 1  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
IDE_LED  
PWRSW RESET  
* Requires an ATX power supply  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0 System panel connector  
System power LED (2-pin PLED)  
This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED  
cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system  
power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.  
Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED)  
This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable  
to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to  
the HDD.  
System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER)  
This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker  
allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.  
ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW)  
This 2-pin connector is for the system power button.  
Reset button (2-pin RESET)  
This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without  
turning off the system power.  
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1.11  
Software support  
1.11.1  
Installing an operating system  
This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Operating Systems (OS). Always install  
the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.  
Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for  
detailed information.  
Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions / Windows® Vista  
Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and  
system stability.  
1.11.2  
Support DVD information  
The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software  
applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.  
The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the  
To run the Support DVD  
Place the Support DVD to the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD  
automatically displays the Specials screen. Click Drivers, Utilities, Manual, Contact, and  
Specials tabs to display their respective menus.  
The following screen is for reference only.  
Click an icon to  
display Support DVD/  
motherboard information  
Click an item to install  
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to  
locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run  
the DVD.  
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Chapter 2  
BIOS information  
2.1  
Managing and updating your BIOS  
Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to  
restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update  
utility.  
2.1.1  
ASUS Update utility  
The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard  
BIOS in Windows® environment.  
ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet  
Service Provider (ISP).  
This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.  
Installing ASUS Update  
To install ASUS Update:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Specials menu appears.  
Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II.  
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.  
Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.  
Updating the BIOS  
To update the BIOS:  
1.  
From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to  
launch the AI Suite II utility. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears.  
2.  
Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu. The  
ASUS Update main screen appears. From the list, select either of the following methods:  
Updating from the Internet  
a.  
b.  
c.  
Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next.  
Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, then click Next.  
From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next.  
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The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update  
the utility to avail all its features.  
Updating from a BIOS file  
a.  
Select Update BIOS from file, then click Next.  
b.  
Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open.  
3.  
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process.  
2.1.2  
ASUS EZ Flash 2  
The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based  
utility.  
Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at  
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:  
1.  
Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port.  
2.  
Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ  
Flash 2 Utility and press <Enter> to enable it.  
Exit  
ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04  
Flash Info  
MODEL: P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
VER: 0206  
DATE: 02/10/2012  
File Path: fs0:\  
Drive Info  
fs0:\  
Folder Info  
02/10/2012 10:23p  
8388608  
H61U3R2.CAP  
File Info  
MODEL:  
VER:  
DATE  
Help Info  
[Enter] Select or Load  
[Tab] Switch  
[Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move  
[Esc] Exit  
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3.  
Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive field.  
4.  
Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then  
press <Enter>.  
5.  
Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder Info field.  
6.  
Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press <Enter> to perform the BIOS  
update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done.  
This function supports USB flash disks with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.  
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot  
failure!  
2.1.3  
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility  
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file  
when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS  
file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS  
file.  
Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into  
P8H61R2.CAP (for P8H61 R2.0), P8H61PR2.CAP (for P8H61 PLUS R2.0), or  
H61U3R2.CAP (for P8H61/USB3 R2.0).  
The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest  
BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.  
Recovering the BIOS  
To recover the BIOS:  
1.  
Turn on the system.  
2.  
Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the  
USB port.  
3.  
The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS  
file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically.  
4.  
The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system  
compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press <F5> to load default BIOS values.  
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause  
system boot failure!  
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2.1.4  
ASUS BIOS Updater  
The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also  
allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or  
gets corrupted during the updating process.  
The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may  
not be same as shown.  
Before updating BIOS  
1.  
Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single  
partition.  
2.  
Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at  
http://support.asus.com and save them on the USB flash drive.  
NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS  
Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in NTFS format.  
3.  
Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional).  
Booting the system in DOS environment  
1.  
Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port.  
2.  
Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device  
Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot  
device.  
Please select boot device:  
SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX  
USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX  
UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX  
Enter Setup  
and to move selection  
ENTER to select boot device  
ESC to boot using defaults  
3.  
4.  
When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the  
item number.  
At the FreeDOS prompt, type d:and press <Enter> to switch the disk from  
Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive).  
Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)!  
C:\>d:  
D:\>  
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Updating the BIOS file  
To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater  
1.  
At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /gand press <Enter>.  
D:\>bupdater /pc /g  
2.  
The BIOS Updater screen appears as below.  
ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30  
Current ROM  
BOARD: P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
VER: 0206  
Update ROM  
BOARD: Unknown  
VER: Unknown  
DATE: 02/10/2012  
DATE: Unknown  
PATH: A:\  
A:  
H61U3R2.CAP  
8388608 2012-02-10 17:30:48  
Note  
[Enter] Select or Load  
[Up/Down/Home/End] Move  
[Tab] Switch  
[Esc] Exit  
[V] Drive Info  
3.  
Press <Tab> to switch between screen fields and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select  
the BIOS file and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to  
confirm BIOS update.  
Are you sure to update BIOS?  
Yes  
No  
4.  
Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater.  
Restart your computer.  
DO NOT shut down or 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 BIOS.  
Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability.  
Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.9  
Exit menu for details.  
Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have  
disconnected them.  
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2.2  
BIOS setup program  
Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS  
screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup  
program.  
Entering BIOS Setup at startup  
To enter BIOS Setup at startup:  
Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>,  
POST continues with its routines.  
Entering BIOS Setup after POST  
To enter BIOS Setup after POST:  
Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> simultaneously.  
Press the reset button on the system chassis.  
Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you  
failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options.  
Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force reset from  
a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We recommend to  
always shut down the system properly from the operating system.  
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may  
not exactly match what you see on your screen.  
motherboard.  
Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the  
mouse to control the BIOS setup program.  
If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default  
settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized  
Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 2.9 Exit Menu for details.  
If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and  
reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.9 Jumpers for information on  
how to erase the RTC RAM.  
BIOS menu screen  
The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.  
You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the  
EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen.  
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EZ Mode  
By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ  
Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select  
the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the  
Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode or press Esc, then select Advanced Mode or  
press F7 hot key for the advanced BIOS settings.  
The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the  
Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for details.  
Selects the display language of  
the BIOS setup program  
Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature,  
Exits the BIOS setup program without saving  
CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output,  
CPU/chassis fan speed  
the changes, saves the changes and resets  
the system, or enters the Advanced Mode  
Exit/Advanced Mode  
UEFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode  
P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
BIOS Version : 0206  
English  
Build Date : 02/10/2012  
CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU 0 @ 3.30GHz Speed : 3300 MHz  
Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz)  
Friday [10/08/2010]  
Temperature  
Voltage  
CPU  
Fan Speed  
CPU_FAN 3325RPM CHA_FAN  
CPU  
MB  
+113.0ºF/+45.0ºC  
+75.2ºF/+40.0ºC  
1.248V  
3.344V  
5V  
5.160V  
N/A  
3.3V  
12V  
12.248V  
System Performance  
Quiet  
Performance  
Boot Priority  
Energy Saving  
Normal  
Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the boot priority.  
Shortcut (F3) Advanced Mode(F7)  
Boot Menu(F8)  
Default(F5)  
Power Saving mode  
Loads optimized default  
ASUS Optimal mode  
Selects the Advanced  
mode functions  
Normal mode  
Selects the boot device priority  
Selects the boot  
device priority  
Displays the system properties of the  
selected mode on the right hand side  
Displays the Advanced mode menus  
The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system.  
The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the  
system.  
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Advanced Mode  
The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure  
the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the  
following sections for the detailed configurations.  
To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode.  
Back button  
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode  
Menu items  
Menu bar  
Configuration fields  
General help  
Exit  
Main  
Back  
Ai Tweaker  
Advanced  
Monitor  
Boot  
Tool  
Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration  
>
Enabled/Disabled Realtek Controller.  
HD Audio Controller  
Front Panel Type  
SPDIF Out Type  
Enabled  
HD  
SPDIF  
Realtek LAN Controller  
Realtek PXE OPROM  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Realtek LAN Controller  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support  
→←: Select Screen  
↑↓: Select Item  
Enter: Select  
>
>
Serial Port Configuration  
Parallel Port Configuration  
+/-: Change Opt.  
F1: General Help  
F2: Previous Values  
F3: Shortcut  
F5: Optimized Defaults  
F10: Save ESC: Exit  
F12: Print Screen  
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.  
Submenu item  
Pop-up window  
Scroll bar  
Navigation keys  
Menu bar  
The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:  
Main  
For changing the basic system configuration  
For changing the overclocking settings  
For changing the advanced system settings  
Ai Tweaker  
Advanced  
Monitor  
Boot  
For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings  
For changing the system boot configuration  
Tool  
For configuring options for special functions  
Exit  
For selecting the exit options and loading default settings  
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Menu items  
The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example,  
selecting Main shows the Main menu items.  
The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have  
their respective menu items.  
Back button  
This button appears when entering a submenu. Press <Esc> or use the USB mouse to click  
this button to return to the previous menu screen.  
Submenu items  
A greater than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a  
submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter>.  
Pop-up window  
Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration  
options for that item.  
Scroll bar  
A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on  
the screen. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to display the  
other items on the screen.  
Navigation keys  
At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup  
program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings.  
General help  
At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item.  
Configuration fields  
These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-configurable, you can  
change the value of the field opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not  
user-configurable.  
A configurable field is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and  
press <Enter> to display a list of options.  
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2.3  
Main menu  
The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup  
program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and  
allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.  
Exit  
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode  
Main  
Ai Tweaker  
Advanced  
Monitor  
Boot  
Tool  
BIOS Information  
BIOS Version  
Choose the system default language  
0206 x64  
02/10/2012  
8.0.0.1351  
B3  
Build Date  
ME Version  
South Bridge Stepping  
CPU Information  
Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz  
Speed  
3300 MHz  
Memory Information  
Total Memory  
1024 MB (DDR3)  
Memory Frequency  
1333 MHz  
System Language  
English  
System Date  
System Time  
Access Level  
[Monday 12/27/2010]  
[16:46:15]  
Administrator  
>
Security  
2.3.1  
System Language [English]  
Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options:  
[English]  
[Español] [Русский]  
2.3.2  
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]  
Allows you to set the system date.  
2.3.3  
System Time [xx:xx:xx]  
Allows you to set the system time.  
2.3.4  
Security  
The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.  
If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC)  
RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.9 Jumpers for information on how to  
erase the RTC RAM.  
The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not  
Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed.  
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Administrator Password  
If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator  
password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only  
selected fields in the BIOS setup program.  
To set an administrator password:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.  
From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.  
Confirm the password when prompted.  
To change an administrator password:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.  
From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>.  
From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.  
Confirm the password when prompted.  
To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator  
password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear  
the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed.  
User Password  
If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system.  
The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set  
a password, this item shows Installed.  
To set a user password:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.  
From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.  
Confirm the password when prompted.  
To change a user password:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.  
From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>.  
From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.  
Confirm the password when prompted.  
To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press  
<Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the  
User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed.  
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2.4  
Ai Tweaker menu  
The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items.  
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field  
values can cause the system to malfunction.  
The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you  
installed on the motherboard.  
Exit  
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode  
Main  
Ai Tweaker  
Advanced  
Monitor  
Boot  
Tool  
[X.M.P.] When XMP is enabled BLCK  
frequency, CPU ratio and memory  
parameters will be auto optimized.  
Target DRAM Speed : 1333MHz  
Ai Overclock Tuner  
Auto  
Memory Frequency  
Auto  
EPU Power Saving Mode  
Disabled  
>
>
>
>
OC Tuner  
DRAM Timing Control  
CPU Power Management  
DIGI+ VRM  
→←: Select Screen  
↑↓: Select Item  
Enter: Select  
CPU Voltage  
0.904V  
Offset Mode  
+
+/-: Change Opt.  
F1: General Help  
F2: Previous Values  
F3: Shortcut  
CPU Offset Mode Sign  
CPU Offset Voltage  
DRAM Voltage  
Auto  
Auto  
F5: Optimized Defaults  
F10: Save ESC: Exit  
F12: Print Screen  
1.500V  
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.  
Scroll down to display the following items:  
→←: Select Screen  
↑↓: Select Item  
Enter: Select  
VCCSA Voltage  
PCH Voltage  
0.925V  
1.050V  
Auto  
Auto  
+/-: Change Opt.  
F1: General Help  
F2: Previous Values  
F3: Shortcut  
CPU PLL Voltage  
CPU Spread Spectrum  
Auto  
Auto  
F5: Optimized Defaults  
F10: Save ESC: Exit  
F12: Print Screen  
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.  
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2.4.1  
Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]  
Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal  
frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options:  
[Auto]  
Loads the optimal settings for the system.  
[Manual]  
[X.M.P.]  
Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.  
If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile  
(X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your  
memory modules for optimizing the system performance.  
The item X.M.P. appears only when you install a DIMM with X.M.P. support.  
X.M.P. DDR3-xxxx x-x-x-x-xxV [Profile #1]  
This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows  
you to select the X.M.P. mode supported by your memory module. Configuration options:  
[Profile #1] [ Profile #2]  
The configuration options vary with the DIMM you installed on the system.  
BCLK/PCIE Frequency [XXX]  
Appears when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] or [X.M.P.] and allows you  
to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the <+> and  
<-> keys to adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad.  
The values range from 80MHz to 300MHz.  
2.4.2  
Memory Frequency [Auto]  
Allows you to set the memory operating frequency.  
Configuration options (Ivy Bridge CPU): [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-  
1333MHz] [DDR3-1400MHz] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1800MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz]  
[DDR3-2000MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2200MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] [DDR3-2600MHz]  
[DDR3-2666MHz] [DDR3-2800MHz]  
Configuration options (Sandy Bridge CPU): [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-  
1600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz]  
Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this  
happens, revert to the default setting.  
2.4.3  
EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
EPU Setting [Auto]  
This item appears only when you set the EPU Power Saving Mode item to [Enabled] and  
allows you to select the EPU power saving mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power  
Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode]  
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2.4.4  
OC Tuner  
OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for  
enhancing the system performance. Press <Enter> and select OK to start automatic  
overclocking.  
2.4.5  
DRAM Timing Control  
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+>  
and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard  
and press <Enter>.  
Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this  
happens, revert to the default settings.  
2.4.6  
CPU Power Management  
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features.  
CPU Ratio [Auto]  
Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use <+> and <-> keys or  
the numeric keypad to adjust the value. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU  
model.  
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST).  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Disables this function.  
The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and  
core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and  
decreased average heat production.  
Turbo Mode [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific  
conditions.  
[Disabled]  
Disables this function.  
The following three items appear only when you set the Turbo Mode item to [Enabled].  
Long Duration Power Limit [Auto]  
Allows you to limit the turbo ratio’s long duration power.  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.  
Long Duration Maintained [Auto]  
Allows you to maintain the turbo ratio’s long duration power.  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.  
Short Duration Power Limit [Auto]  
Allows you to limit the turbo ratio’s long duration power.  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.  
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Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto]  
Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for CPU cores  
Use <+> and <-> key to adjust the value at 0.125A increment. .  
Secondary Plane Current Limit [Auto]  
Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for Internal Graphics cores.  
Use <+> and <-> key to adjust the value at 0.125A increment.  
2.4.7  
DIGI+ VRM  
CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]  
Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specifications, and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working  
voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage, and  
a better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions.  
This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from the following percentages to boost the  
system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100%  
(Extreme). Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme]  
The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification.  
CPU Fixed Frequency [xxx]  
Allows you to set a fixed CPU frequency. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The  
values range from 200k Hz to 350k Hz with a 50k Hz interval.  
CPU Power Phase Control [Standard]  
Allows you to control the power phase based on the CPU’s demands. Configuration options:  
[Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment]  
DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Extreme and Manual Mode. The  
thermal conditions should be monitored.  
Manual Adjustment [Medium]  
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Manual Adjustment]. Select [Ultra  
Fast] for a faster response. The reaction time will be longer when [Regular] is selected.  
Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular]  
CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe]  
DIGI + VRM Duty control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component’s  
phase.  
[T. Probe]  
[Extreme]  
Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance.  
Select to maintain the current VRM balance.  
CPU Current Capability [100%]  
Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range  
simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%]  
Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power  
support.  
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Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric  
keypad and press the <Enter> key. You can also use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the  
value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter>  
key.  
2.4.8  
CPU Voltage [Offset Mode]  
[Offset Mode]  
To offset the voltage by a positive or negative value.  
[Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage.  
Offset Mode Sign [+]  
This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode].  
[+]  
[–]  
To offset the voltage by a positive value.  
To offset the voltage by a negative value.  
CPU Offset Voltage [Auto]  
Allows you to set the CPU Offset voltage. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V  
interval.  
CPU Manual Voltage [Auto]  
This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you  
to set a fixed CPU voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval.  
Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage  
may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system  
unstable.  
2.4.9  
DRAM Voltage [Auto]  
Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 2.135V with a 0.005V  
interval.  
According to Intel CPU specification, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may  
damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage  
requirement below 1.65V.  
2.4.10  
VCCSA Voltage [Auto]  
Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.610V to 1.560V with a 0.005V  
interval.  
2.4.11  
PCH Voltage [Auto]  
Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. The values range from 0.7350V to  
1.6850V with a 0.005V interval.  
2.4.12  
CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]  
Allows you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.10V]  
The values of the CPU Offset Voltage, CPU Manual Voltage, DRAM Voltage, VCCSA  
Voltage, and PCH Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels  
of high voltage settings.  
The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings.  
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2.4.13  
[Auto]  
CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto]  
Automatic configuration.  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability.  
Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control.  
2.5  
Advanced menu  
The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system  
devices.  
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values  
can cause the system to malfunction.  
Exit  
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode  
Main  
Ai Tweaker  
Advanced  
Monitor  
Boot  
Tool  
CPU configuration parameters  
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
CPU Configuration  
PCH Configuration  
SATA Configuration  
System Agent Configuration  
USB Configuration  
Onboard Devices Configuration  
APM  
Network Stack  
2.5.1  
CPU Configuration  
The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically  
detects.  
The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed.  
Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down.  
Disables the CPU thermal monitor function.  
Hyper-threading [Enabled]  
The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two  
logical processors to the operating system, allowing the operating system to schedule two  
threads or processes simultaneously.  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Two threads per activated core are enabled.  
Only one thread per activated core is enabled.  
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Active Processor Cores [All]  
Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package.  
Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3]  
Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs  
with extended CPUID functions.  
[Disabled]  
Disables this function.  
Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology.  
Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0).  
[Disabled]  
Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately  
and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several  
systems.  
Disables this function.  
Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately  
and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several  
systems.  
Disables this function.  
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Allows a hardware platform to perform adjacent cache line prefetching.  
Disables this function.  
CPU Power Management Configuration  
CPU Ratio [Auto]  
Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use <+> and  
<-> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model.  
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST).  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
The CPU runs at its default speed.  
The operating system controls the CPU speed.  
Turbo Mode [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology.  
[Enabled]  
Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition.  
[Disabled]  
Disables this function.  
CPU C1E [Auto]  
Enables or disables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the  
Enhanced Halt State. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]  
CPU C3 Report [Auto]  
Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
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CPU C6 Report [Auto]  
Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
2.5.2  
PCH Configuration  
High Precision Timer [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.  
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  
2.5.3  
SATA Configuration  
While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The  
SATA Port items show Empty if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port.  
SATA Mode Selection [IDE]  
Allows you to set the SATA configuration.  
[Disabled]  
[IDE]  
Disables the SATA function.  
Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as  
Parallel ATA physical storage devices.  
[AHCI]  
Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI  
(Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage  
driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage  
performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally  
optimize the order of commands.  
Due to H61 Chipset limitation, AHCI Mode only works on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7.  
Please use IDE Mode on Windows® XP.  
[IDE] is the default SATA type. Under Windows® XP, there is no need to change the  
SATA type.  
S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled]  
S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When  
read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning  
messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  
Hot Plug [Disabled]  
This item only appears when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [AHCI] and allows you  
to enable or disable the hot-plug support for each SATA port. Configuration options: [Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
2.5.4  
System Agent Configuration  
Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB.  
Disables this function.  
Graphics Configuration  
Primary Display [Auto]  
Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration  
options: [Auto] [PEG] [PCI]  
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2.5.5  
USB Configuration  
The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.  
The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the  
item shows None.  
Legacy USB Support [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Auto]  
Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).  
The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program.  
Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If  
detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is  
detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.  
Legacy USB3.0 Support [Enabled] (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only)  
[Enabled]  
Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems  
(OS).  
[Disabled]  
Disables the function.  
EHCI Hand-off [Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off  
feature.  
[Disabled]  
Disables the function.  
2.5.6  
Onboard Devices Configuration  
HD Audio Controller [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
Enables the High Definition Audio Controller.  
[Disabled]  
Disables the controller.  
The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to  
[Enabled].  
Front Panel Type [HD]  
Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high-  
definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.  
[HD]  
Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio.  
[AC97]  
Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97  
SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF]  
[SPDIF]  
[HDMI]  
Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output.  
Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output.  
Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Enables the Realtek LAN controller.  
Disables the controller.  
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Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled]  
This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to  
enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options:  
[Enabled] [Disabled]  
Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] (P8H61/USB3 R2.0 only)  
[Enabled] Enables the onboard USB 3.0 controller.  
[Disabled] Disables the controller.  
Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] (P8H61/USB3 R2.0  
only)  
This item appears only when the Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller item is set to [Enabled].  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Enables the Asmedia USB 3.0 battery charging function.  
Disables this function  
Serial Port Configuration  
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the serial port configuration.  
Serial Port [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).  
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  
Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4]  
Allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4]  
[IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3]  
Parallel Port Configuration  
The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the parallel port configuration.  
Parallel Port [Enabled]  
Allows you to enable or disable the parallel port (LPT).  
Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]  
Change Settings [Auto]  
Allows you to select an optimal setting for Super I/O devices. Configuration options: [Auto]  
[IO=378h; IRQ=5;] [IO=378h; IRQ=5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=278h; IRQ=5,6,7,9,10,11,12;] [IO=3BCh;  
IRQ=5,6,7,9,10,11,12;]  
Device Mode [STD Printer Mode]  
Allows you to change the printer port mode. Configuration options: [STD Printer Mode] [SPP Mode]  
[EPP-1.9 and SPP Mode] [EPP-1.7 and SPP Mode] [ECP Mode] [ECP and EPP 1.9 Mode] [ECP  
and EPP 1.7 Mode]  
2.5.7  
APM  
Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off]  
[Power On]  
[Power Off]  
[Last State]  
The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.  
The system goes into off state after an AC power loss.  
The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was  
before the AC power loss.  
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Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Space Bar]  
[Ctrl-Esc]  
Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard.  
Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.  
Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.  
[Power Key]  
Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature  
requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.  
Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse.  
Enables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. This feature requires an ATX  
power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.  
Power On By PCI [Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Disables the PCI devices to generate a wake event.  
Enables the PCI devices to generate a wake event.  
Power On By PCIE [Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event.  
Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event.  
Power On By Ring [Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Disables Ring to generate a wake event.  
Enables Ring to generate a wake event.  
Power On By RTC [Disabled]  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Disables RTC to generate a wake event.  
When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/  
Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values.  
2.5.8  
Network Stack  
Network Stack [Disable Link]  
This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options:  
[Disable Link] [Enabled]  
Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled]  
This item appears only when you set the Network Stack item to [Enabled]. When this item is  
disabled, the IPV4 PXE boot option will not be created. Configuration options: [Disable Link]  
[Enabled]  
Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled]  
This item appears only when you set the Network Stack item to [Enabled]. When this item is  
disabled, the IPV6 PXE boot option will not be created. Configuration options: [Disable Link]  
[Enabled]  
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2.6  
Monitor menu  
The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change  
the fan settings.  
Exit  
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode  
Main  
Ai Tweaker  
Advanced  
Monitor  
Boot  
Tool  
CPU Temperature  
MB Temperature  
CPU Fan Speed  
+45ºC / +113ºF  
+34ºC / +93ºF  
3325 RPM  
N/A  
Chassis Fan Speed  
CPU Q-Fan Control  
Enabled  
CPU Fan Speed Low Limit  
CPU Fan Profile  
200 RPM  
Standard  
Enabled  
Chassis Q-Fan Control  
Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit  
Chassis Fan Profile  
CPU Voltage  
200 RPM  
Standard  
+1.184 V  
+3.312 V  
+5.080 V  
+12.192 V  
→←: Select Screen  
↑↓: Select Item  
Enter: Select  
+/-: Change Opt.  
F1: General Help  
F2: Previous Values  
F3: Shortcut  
3.3V Voltage  
F5: Optimized Defaults  
F10: Save ESC: Exit  
F12: Print Screen  
5V Voltage  
12V Voltage  
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.  
Scroll down to display the following items:  
Anti Surge Support  
Enabled  
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.  
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2.6.1  
CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxx�C/xxx�F]  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard  
temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.  
2.6.2  
CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis fan  
speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field  
shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed.  
2.6.3  
CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage  
The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard  
voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item.  
2.6.4  
CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]  
Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.  
Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM]  
This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to  
disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.  
Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM]  
CPU Fan Profile [Standard]  
This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the  
appropriate performance level of the CPU fan.  
[Standard]  
Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU  
temperature.  
[Silent]  
[Turbo]  
[Manual]  
Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation.  
Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed.  
Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.  
The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual].  
CPU Upper Temperature [70]  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range  
from 20ºC to 75ºC.  
CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100]  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from  
20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at  
the maximum duty cycle.  
CPU Lower Temperature [20]  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the lower limit of the CPU temperature. The values range  
from 20ºC to 75ºC.  
CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20]  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 0%  
to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum  
duty cycle.  
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2.6.5  
Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]  
Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.  
Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.  
[Disabled]  
[Enabled]  
Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM]  
This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you  
to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.  
Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM]  
Chassis Fan Profile [Standard]  
This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set  
the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan.  
[Standard]  
Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the  
chassis temperature.  
[Silent]  
[Turbo]  
[Manual]  
Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation.  
Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed.  
Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters.  
The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual].  
Chassis Upper Temperature [70]  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range  
from 40ºC to 90ºC.  
Chassis Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100]  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range  
from 60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan will  
operate at the maximum duty cycle.  
Chassis Lower Temperature [40]  
Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature.  
CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60]  
Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from  
60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the  
minimum duty cycle.  
2.6.6  
Anti Surge Support [Enabled]  
This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function.  
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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2.7  
Boot menu  
The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.  
Exit  
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode  
Main  
Ai Tweaker  
Advanced  
Monitor  
Boot  
Tool  
Select the keyboard NumLock state  
Bootup NumLock State  
Full Screen Logo  
On  
Enabled  
Enabled  
Wait For ‘F1’ If Error  
Option ROM Messages  
Setup Mode  
Force BIOS  
EZ Mode  
UEFI/Legacy Boot  
PCI ROM Priority  
Enabled both...  
Legacy ROM  
Boot Option Priorities  
Boot Option #1  
SATA: xxxxxxx  
SATA: xxxxxxx  
→←: Select Screen  
↑↓: Select Item  
Enter: Select  
Boot Option #2  
+/-: Change Opt.  
F1: General Help  
F2: Previous Values  
F3: Shortcut  
Boot Override  
>
>
>
SATA: xxxxxxxxxxxx  
F5: Optimized Defaults  
F10: Save ESC: Exit  
F12: Print Screen  
Hard Drive BBS Priorities  
CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities  
Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.  
2.7.1  
[On]  
Bootup NumLock State [On]  
Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On].  
Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off].  
[Off]  
2.7.2  
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]  
[Enabled]  
[Disabled]  
Enables the full screen logo display feature.  
Disables the full screen logo display feature.  
Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature.  
Post Report [5 sec]  
This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Disabled] and allows you to  
set the waiting time for the system to display the post report. Configuration options: [1 sec] [2  
sec] [3 sec] [4 sec] [5 sec] [6 sec] [7 sec] [8 sec] [9 sec] [10 sec] [Until Press ESC]  
2.7.3  
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]  
When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error  
occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  
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2.7.4  
Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]  
[Force BIOS]  
The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot  
sequence.  
[Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party  
manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so.  
2.7.5  
Setup Mode [EZ Mode]  
[Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup  
program.  
[EZ Mode]  
Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program.  
2.7.6  
UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enabled both UEFI and Legacy]  
[Enable both UEFI and Legacy] Enables both UEFI and Legacy boot.  
[Disable UEFI]  
Enables the Legacy boot, and disables the UEFI boot.  
Enables the UEFI boot, and disables the Legacy boot.  
[Disable Legacy]  
2.7.7  
PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM]  
[Legacy ROM]  
Launch Legacy ROM  
[EFI Compatibe ROM] Launch UEFI Compatible ROM  
2.7.8  
Boot Option Priorities  
These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The  
number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices  
installed in the system.  
To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears.  
To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST.  
2.7.9  
Boot Override  
These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on  
the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start  
booting from the selected device.  
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2.8  
Tools menu  
The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item  
then press <Enter> to display the submenu.  
Exit  
UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode  
Main  
Ai Tweaker  
Advanced  
Monitor  
Boot  
Tool  
Be used to update BIOS  
>
>
>
ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility  
ASUS SPD Information  
ASUS O.C. Profile  
2.8.1  
ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility  
Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen.  
For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2.  
2.8.2  
ASUS SPD Information  
DIMM Slot # [Slot 1]  
Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the  
selected slot. Configuration options: [Slot 1] [Slot 2]  
2.8.3  
ASUS O.C. Profile  
This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.  
The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created.  
Label  
Allows you to input the label of the setup profile.  
Save to Profile  
Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a  
profile number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.  
Load from Profile  
Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile  
number that saved your CMOS settings, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.  
DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS 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.  
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2.9  
Exit menu  
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and  
save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit  
menu.  
Exit  
Load Optimized Defaults  
Save Changes & Reset  
Discard Changes & Exit  
ASUS EZ Mode  
Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device  
Load Optimized Defaults  
This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup  
menus. When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears.  
Select Yes to load the default values.  
Save Changes & Reset  
Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to  
ensure the values you selected are saved. When you select this option or if you press <F10>,  
a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to save changes and exit.  
Discard Changes & Exit  
This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you  
select this option or if you press <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to  
discard changes and exit.  
ASUS EZ Mode  
This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen.  
Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device  
This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of  
the available devices that have a filesystem.  
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Appendices  
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.  
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  
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed  
and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference  
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur  
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user  
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required  
to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not  
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority  
to operate this equipment.  
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement  
Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS  
210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian  
interference-causing equipment regulations.  
This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is  
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)  
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired  
operation of the device.  
Cut appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le  
matériel brouilleur du Canada.  
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le  
fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes :  
(1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et  
(2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer  
un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.  
Appendices  
A-1  
 
Canadian Department of Communications Statement  
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from  
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department  
of Communications.  
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement  
VCCI Class B Statement  
KC: Korea Warning Statement  
REACH  
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of  
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at  
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 placed in  
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.  
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol  
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal  
waste.  
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services  
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for  
protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly  
recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please  
go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different  
regions.  
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ASUS contact information  
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.  
Address  
Telephone  
Fax  
E-mail  
Web site  
15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259  
+886-2-2894-3447  
+886-2-2890-7798  
Technical Support  
Telephone  
Online support  
+86-21-38429911  
support.asus.com  
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)  
Address  
Telephone  
Fax  
800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA  
+1-510-739-3777  
+1-510-608-4555  
usa.asus.com  
Web site  
Technical Support  
Telephone  
Support fax  
+1-812-282-2787  
+1-812-284-0883  
support.asus.com  
Online support  
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)  
Address  
Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany  
Fax  
Web site  
Online contact  
+49-2102-959911  
Technical Support  
Telephone  
Support Fax  
+49-1805-010923*  
+49-2102-9599-11  
support.asus.com  
Online support  
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