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P8H61-M LX3 Series
• P8H61-M LX3
• P8H61-M LX3 PLUS
Motherboard
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E7258 First Edition March 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (
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Contents Safety information ...................................................................................... vi About this guide ......................................................................................... vi P8H61-M LX3 Series specifications summary ....................................... viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents ...........................
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Contents 1.11 Software support ........................................................................ 1-23 1.11.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-23 1.11.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-23 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ....
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Contents 2.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-23 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On] ......................................... 2-23 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled] ........................................... 2-23 2.7.3 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] ....................................... 2-23 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] ........................... 2-24 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] .............................................
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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 cabl
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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 infor
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P8H61-M LX3 Series specifications summary ® CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / ® ® Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium / Celeron processors Supports Intel 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 Intel H61 Express Chipset Memory 2 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory a
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P8H61-M LX3 Series specifications summary Internal connectors/ 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports switches/ buttons 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan connector 1 x 4-pin chassis fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Speaker connector 1 x 24-pin ATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector BIOS features 32 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS Manageabi
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Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ® Thank you for buying an ASUS P8H61-M LX3 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 ASUS P8H61-M LX3 Series mot
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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 2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/ ® ® Pentium /Celeron processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, which allows increased bandwidth and stability. Dual-Channel DDR3 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements
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1.3.2 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 an
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ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. ErP ready The motherboard is
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1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of
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LGA1155 CLRTC 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 17.3cm(6.8in) CPU_FAN KBMS ATX12V USB34 LAN_USB12 2 Lithium Cell CHA_FAN CMOS Power AUDIO PCIEX16 RTL P8H61-M LX3 Series 8111F SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 5 Super ® Intel I/O 6 H61 5 VIA PCIEX1_1 VT1708S 32Mb BIOS F_PANEL USB56 USB78 USB910 AAFP SPEAKER 10 9 8 7 6 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors 1-21 6. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) 1-22
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1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ® The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for Intel 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 sho
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3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted. Load plate 4. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. PnP cap 5. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket, and CPU notches then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending Gold the connector
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6. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer. Some heatsinks come with pre- applied thermal paste. If so, skip this step. The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. Close the load plate (A), and then push B down the load lever (B), en
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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.
