Asus tpm, P8H61-m2 manual Software support, Installing an operating system, Support DVD information

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1.11Software support

1.11.1Installing 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.

1.11.2Support 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 ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.

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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Contents Motherboard Copyright 2012 ASUSTeK Computer INC. All Rights Reserved Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain SoftwareContents Software support Appendices Operation safety Safety informationElectrical safety About this guideTypography Where to find more informationConventions used in this guide Bold textP8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary USB E7361P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0Manua10 16/12 14344 PM Welcome Package contentsSpecial features PCI Express Gigabit LAN solutionIntel H61 Express Chipset Intel Smart Response Technology SSD Speed with HDD CapacityAI Suite Innovative Asus featuresNetwork iControl Asus Anti-Surge ProtectionAsus Fan Xpert Asus CrashFree BiosGPU Boost Asus MyLogo2Standby Power LED Before you proceedScrew holes Placement directionMotherboard overview Layout contents Motherboard layoutCentral Processing Unit CPU Installing the CPUTo install a CPU Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard Load lever Retention tabGold Load platePnP cap CPU notches MarkInsert the load lever under the retention tab Installing the CPU heatsink and fan Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU fan connectorSystem memory OverviewMemory configurations DimmDDR3-2133 O.C. MHz capability DDR3-2250 O.C. MHz capabilityDDR3-2200 O.C. MHz capability DDR3-2000 O.C. MHz capabilityDDR3-1333 MHz capability Sandy Bridge CPU DDR3-1600 O.C. MHz capabilityDDR3-1333 MHz capability IVY Bridge CPU DDR3-1066 MHz capability Sandy Bridge CPU Following table shows how to use the Dimm slotsDDR3-1066 MHz capability IVY Bridge CPU Sides SS Single-sided DS Double-sided Dimm supportTo remove a Dimm Installing a DimmRemoving a Dimm Outward to unlock the DimmExpansion slots Jumpers Clear RTC RAM 3-pin ClrtcRear panel ports ConnectorsAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration LAN port LED indicationsInternal connectors ATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12VCPU and Chassis fan connectors 4-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin Chafan Serial port connectors 10-1 pin COM1Reset button 2-pin Reset LPT connector 26-1 pin LPTThis connector supports several chassis-mounted functions Hard disk drive activity LED 2-pin +HDLEDConfiguration Sata Mode Selection Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 7-pin SATA3G1-4Front panel audio connector 10-1 pin Aafp 480Mbps connection speed USB 2.0 connectors 10-1 pin USB78, USB910Speaker connector 4- pin Speaker Digital audio connector 4-1 pin Spdifout P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Digital audio connectorSoftware support Installing an operating systemClick an item to install Support DVD informationInstalling Asus Update Managing and updating your BiosAsus Update utility Updating the BiosSelect Update Bios from file, then click Next Asus EZ FlashAsus CrashFree Bios 3 utility Recovering the BiosBooting the system in DOS environment Asus Bios UpdaterBefore updating Bios Updating the Bios file Bios Updater screen appears as belowEntering Bios Setup at startup Bios setup programBios menu screen Entering Bios Setup after PostEZ Mode Menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items Advanced ModeMenu bar Back button Configuration fieldsMenu items Submenu itemsSystem Date Day xx/xx/xxxx Main menuSystem Language English System TimeAdministrator Password User PasswordMemory Frequency Auto Asus MultiCore Enhancement EnabledAi Tweaker menu GPU BoostDram Timing Control CPU Power ManagementDisabled Disables this function Decrease average heat productionIntel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled CPU ConfigurationTPM Support Disabled Advanced menuIntel Virtualization Technology Disabled Limit Cpuid Maximum DisabledExecute Disable Bit Enabled Hardware Prefetcher EnabledIntelR Smart Connect Technology Isct Configuration Disabled PCH ConfigurationHigh Precision Timer Enabled Sata Configuration System Agent ConfigurationUSB Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration8 APM Network Stack CPU / Chassis Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore / N/A CPU Temperature / MB Temperature xxxºC/xxxºFMonitor menu CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V VoltageCPU temperature CPU Q-Fan Control EnabledChassis Q-Fan Control Enabled SilentChassis Lower Temperature 40ºC Anti Surge Support EnabledChassis Upper Temperature 70ºC Chassis Fan Max. Duty Cycle% 100%Full Screen Logo Enabled Boot menuBootup NumLock State On Wait for ‘F1’ If Error EnabledUEFI/Legacy Boot Enabled both Uefi and Legacy Option ROM Messages Force BiosSetup Mode EZ Mode Boot Option PrioritiesAsus SPD Information Tools menuAsus EZ Flash 2 Utility Asus O.C. ProfileExit menu E7361P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0Manua28 Federal Communications Commission Statement IC Canadian Compliance StatementAsus Recycling/Takeback Services Canadian Department of Communications StatementOnline support AddressTelephone Support faxDeclaration of Conformity