Asus si r2.0, P8H61-m2 Conventions used in this guide, Where to find more information, Typography

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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

Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italics

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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Contents Motherboard Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software Copyright 2012 ASUSTeK Computer INC. All Rights ReservedContents Software support Appendices About this guide Safety informationElectrical safety Operation safetyBold text Where to find more informationConventions used in this guide TypographyP8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 specifications summary USB E7361P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0Manua10 16/12 14344 PM Special features Package contentsWelcome Intel Smart Response Technology SSD Speed with HDD Capacity Gigabit LAN solutionIntel H61 Express Chipset PCI ExpressAsus Anti-Surge Protection Innovative Asus featuresNetwork iControl AI SuiteAsus MyLogo2 Asus CrashFree BiosGPU Boost Asus Fan XpertBefore you proceed Standby Power LEDMotherboard overview Placement directionScrew holes Motherboard layout Layout contentsLoad lever Retention tab Installing the CPUTo install a CPU Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard Central Processing Unit CPUMark Load platePnP cap CPU notches GoldInsert the load lever under the retention tab Installing the CPU heatsink and fan P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 CPU fan connector Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fanOverview System memoryDimm Memory configurationsDDR3-2000 O.C. MHz capability DDR3-2250 O.C. MHz capabilityDDR3-2200 O.C. MHz capability DDR3-2133 O.C. MHz capabilityDDR3-1333 MHz capability IVY Bridge CPU DDR3-1600 O.C. MHz capabilityDDR3-1333 MHz capability Sandy Bridge CPU Sides SS Single-sided DS Double-sided Dimm support Following table shows how to use the Dimm slotsDDR3-1066 MHz capability IVY Bridge CPU DDR3-1066 MHz capability Sandy Bridge CPUOutward to unlock the Dimm Installing a DimmRemoving a Dimm To remove a DimmExpansion slots Clear RTC RAM 3-pin Clrtc JumpersLAN port LED indications ConnectorsAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Rear panel portsATX power connectors 24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V Internal connectorsSerial port connectors 10-1 pin COM1 CPU and Chassis fan connectors 4-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin ChafanHard disk drive activity LED 2-pin +HDLED LPT connector 26-1 pin LPTThis connector supports several chassis-mounted functions Reset button 2-pin ResetFront panel audio connector 10-1 pin Aafp Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors 7-pin SATA3G1-4Configuration Sata Mode Selection Speaker connector 4- pin Speaker USB 2.0 connectors 10-1 pin USB78, USB910480Mbps connection speed P8H61-M2/TPM/SI R2.0 Digital audio connector Digital audio connector 4-1 pin SpdifoutSupport DVD information Installing an operating systemClick an item to install Software supportUpdating the Bios Managing and updating your BiosAsus Update utility Installing Asus UpdateAsus EZ Flash Select Update Bios from file, then click NextRecovering the Bios Asus CrashFree Bios 3 utilityBefore updating Bios Asus Bios UpdaterBooting the system in DOS environment Bios Updater screen appears as below Updating the Bios fileEntering Bios Setup after Post Bios setup programBios menu screen Entering Bios Setup at startupEZ Mode Menu bar Advanced ModeMenu bar on top of the screen has the following main items Submenu items Configuration fieldsMenu items Back buttonSystem Time Main menuSystem Language English System Date Day xx/xx/xxxxUser Password Administrator PasswordGPU Boost Asus MultiCore Enhancement EnabledAi Tweaker menu Memory Frequency AutoDecrease average heat production CPU Power ManagementDisabled Disables this function Dram Timing ControlAdvanced menu CPU ConfigurationTPM Support Disabled Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor EnabledHardware Prefetcher Enabled Limit Cpuid Maximum DisabledExecute Disable Bit Enabled Intel Virtualization Technology DisabledHigh Precision Timer Enabled PCH ConfigurationIntelR Smart Connect Technology Isct Configuration Disabled System Agent Configuration Sata ConfigurationOnboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration8 APM Network Stack CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage CPU Temperature / MB Temperature xxxºC/xxxºFMonitor menu CPU / Chassis Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore / N/ASilent CPU Q-Fan Control EnabledChassis Q-Fan Control Enabled CPU temperatureChassis Fan Max. Duty Cycle% 100% Anti Surge Support EnabledChassis Upper Temperature 70ºC Chassis Lower Temperature 40ºCWait for ‘F1’ If Error Enabled Boot menuBootup NumLock State On Full Screen Logo EnabledBoot Option Priorities Option ROM Messages Force BiosSetup Mode EZ Mode UEFI/Legacy Boot Enabled both Uefi and LegacyAsus O.C. Profile Tools menuAsus EZ Flash 2 Utility Asus SPD InformationExit menu E7361P8H61-M2-TPM-SI R2.0Manua28 IC Canadian Compliance Statement Federal Communications Commission StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement Asus Recycling/Takeback ServicesSupport fax AddressTelephone Online supportDeclaration of Conformity