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1. 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 6 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 2 6 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 6 e 2 12 14 2 57 42 PM EBENEN e NNNM 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 then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for the advanced BIOS settings L4 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 the changes saves the changes and resets CPU chassis fan speed the system or enters the Advanced Mode 17 Exit Advanced Mode CO LI C n English v T l n 1 BIOS Version 0306 CPU Type Intel R Core TM i3 2120 CPU
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3. Auto 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 EHCI Hand off Disabled Enabled Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature Disabled Disables the function USB Single Port Control USB1 8 Enabled Allows you to enable or disable an individual USB port Refer to the section 1 3 3 Motherboard layout in this user manual for the locations of the USB ports L4 The USB port numbers may not be arranged in a consecutive order 2 18 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 18 e 2 12 14 2 57 54 PM 2 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the High Definition Audio Controller Disabled Disables the controller LA The following item appears 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 Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Realtek LAN controller Disabled Disables the controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled
4. Setup Mode gt CSM Compatibility Support Module gt Secure Boot Boot Option 1 Boot Option 2 gt Floppy Drive BBS Priorities gt KingstonDataTraveler 2 0 3875MB 2 24 E8188 H61M G manualindb 24 Chapter 2 Getting started 2 12 14 2 57 59 PM 2 7 1 Fast Boot Enabled Enabled Select to accelerate the boot speed Disabled Select to go back to normal boot f The following four items appear when you set Fast Boot to Enabled USB Support Partial Initialization Disabled All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for a fastest POST time Full Initialization All USB devices will be available during POST This process will extend the POST time Partial Initialization For a faster POST time only the USB ports with keyboard and mouse connections will be detected PS 2 Keyboard and Mouse Support Auto Select any of these settings when PS 2 keyboard and mouse are installed These settings only apply when Fast Boot is enabled Auto For a faster POST time PS 2 devices will only be available when the system boots up or rebooted when the PS 2 devices have not been reconnected or changed If you disconnect or change PS 2 devices before restarting the system PS 2 devices will not be available and BIOS setup program will not be accessible via PS 2 devices Full Initialization For full system control PS 2 devices will be available during POST at any circumstances This proces
5. 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 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 LPTE Configuration options Enabled Disabled L4 The following items appear only when you set the Parallel Port Configuration item to Ges Enabled Change Settings Auto Allows you to select an optimal setting for Super I O devices Configuration options Auto 10 378h IRQ 5 10 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 Printe Allows you to select 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 ASUS H61M G 2 19 E8188_H61M_G_manual indb 19 e 2 12 14 2 57 55 PM 2 5 7 APM Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Power On The system goes into on state after an AC power loss Power Off The system goes into off state after an AC power loss Last State The system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state was before the AC power loss Power On By PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Disabled Disables the Power On by a PS 2 keyboar
6. 3 306Hz Speed 3300 MHz Monday 10 28 2013 Total Memory 4096 MB DDR3 1333MHz Kei F Voltage Fan Speed CPU FRN CHA_FAN Cit Q Fan Control Performance Energy Sav in al Standard U Boot Priority Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the boot priority Shortcut F3 Advanced Mode F Boot Menu F8 Default F5 Selects the Displays the boot device Advanced mode Silent mode Loads optimized default priority menus Standard mode Turbo mode Selects the Displays the system properties Advanced mode of the selected mode on the Selects the boot device priority functions right hand side LA 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 ASUS H61M G 2 7 E8188 H61M G manualindb 7 e 2 12 14 2 57 44 PM 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 LA To access the EZ Mode click Exit then select ASUS EZ Mode Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help m Advanced iV CPU Configuration gt Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Hyper thread ing Disabled Enabled Active Processor Cores Limit CPUID Maximum Execute Disable Bit Intel Virtualiza
7. Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Disabled The CPU runs at its default speed Enabled The operating system controls the CPU speed CPU CIE Auto Allows you to enable or disable the CPU CIE Auto Set this item automatically Disabled Disables this function Enabled Enables the C1E support function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State ASUS H61M G 2 15 E8188 H61M G manualindb 15 e 2 12 14 2 57 53 PM CPU C3 Report Auto Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS Auto Set this item automatically Disabled Disables this function Enabled Enables the C3 report function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State CPU C6 Report Auto Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS Auto Set this item automatically Disabled Disables this function Enabled Enables the C6 report function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State 2 5 2 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer Configuration options Enabled Disabled Intel R Rapid Start Technology Intel R Rapid Start Technology Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the Intel R Rapid Start Technology Configuration options Enabled Disabled The following three items appear only when
8. OS Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware f 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 9 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 LA The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the L ASUS website at www asus com for updates To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive If Autorun is enabled in your computer the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen Click Drivers Utilities Manual and Contact tabs to display their respective menus fF The following screen is for reference only ASUS InstAll Click an icon to Google Chrome Browser Please select items to install ER information Google Toolbar ntel Chipset Driver ealtek Audio Driver ealtek LAN Driver ntel Graphics Accelerator Driver anagement Engine Interface orton Internet Security Solution APRP Utility Click an item to install i 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer b
9. Product introduction amp 22 4 2 57 28 PM 6 CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 4 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 n 4 A D B CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND E D as Sr um mmm ml hun H61M G CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside jumper caps on the fan connectors L The two fan connectors support fans of maximum 2A 24 W fan power the System may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place Both the 4 pin CPU fan and 4 pin chassis fan are supported by the ASUS Fan Xpert feature ASUS H61M G E8188 H61M G manualindb 17 amp 2 12 14 2 57 30 PM 7 e System panel connector 10 1 pin F PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions F PANEL PWR LED PWR BTN TT toa PWR LED PWR LED PIN 1 HDD LED Lupp LED PWR GND _HWRST NC Ground HDD LED RESET 1 18 E8188 H61M G manualindb 18 1 8 H61M G System panel connector System power LED 2 pin PWR LED Thi
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11. 1 7 1 Rear panel ports 2 11 1 PS 2 Mouse port This port connects to a PS 2 mouse 2 Parallel port This 25 pin port connects a parallel printer a scanner or other devices 3 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 Activity Link LED __ Speed LED Activity Link Speed Status Description Status Description Off No link OFF 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection B Blinking LAN port Orange Ready to wake Blinking then up from S5 steady mode 4 Line In port light blue This port connects to the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources 5 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 6 Ff Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2 4 6 or dee 8 channel configuration Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Headset 2 channel Light Blue Rear panel Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Lime Rear panel Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Re
12. Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide LA If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer H61M G specifications summary LGA1155 socket for Intel 3rd 2nd Generation Core i7 Core ib Core i3 Pentium and Celeron processors Supports Intel 22nm 32nm CPU apiid Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2 0 Up to 77W Thermal Design Power support 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 DIMMs max 16GB DDR3 1600 1333 1066 MHz non ECC un buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified 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 1 x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slot PCle 3 0 speed is supported by Intel 3rd generation Core processors VGA Output DVI D with Max Resolution 1920x1200 60Hz D SUB with Max Resolution 2048x1536 75Hz Max UMA Memory 1024MB Storage Intel H61 Express Chipset 4 x Serial ATA 3 Gb s connectors Realtek 8111G PCle Gigabit LAN controller continued on the next page vi E8188 H61M G manualindb 6 e 2 12 1
13. O 3 Volts 12 Volts o co 3 Volts H 3 Volts om umm sm hm mie H61M G ATX power connectors Fora 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 refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguagezen us for details 3 Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER The 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings SPEAKER SI Speaker Out 91 5V GND GND mm mom PINT H61M G Speaker Out Connector ASUS H61M G 1 15 E8188 H61M G manualindb 15 amp 2 12 14 2 57 26 PM 4 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
14. 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 fia n CLRTC o SE 12 2 3 Dg De E oc HU Normal Clear RTC uu mmm m Default H61M G 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 reenter data m h Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default cs position Removing the cap will cause system boot failure LA If the steps above do not help remove the onboard battery and move the jumper Gg 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 so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values ASUS H61M G 1 11 E8188 H61M G manualindb 11 amp 2 12 14 2 57 15 PM 2 PS 2 and U
15. compliant Legacy AC 97 Cin pin definition compliant definition H61M G Front panel audio connector A 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction E8188 H61M G manualindb 14 amp 2 12 14 2 57 24 PM 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 E oo E a S 43 Volts enD i NE 12 Volts 5 Volts Er 412 Volts 45 Volts 8 45V Stand MECH 5 Volts E g Power OK CIS Volts ri GND IC GND B 5 Volts GND o s oun WICH GND EES 5 Volts ICH PSON amp GND CT 1 GND o
16. 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 lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt 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 N Using the power button reset button or the lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt 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 LN The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Visit the ASUS website at www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for this 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
17. thread per activated core is enabled 2 14 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 14 e 2 12 14 2 57 53 PM 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 Disabled Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero 0 Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Enabled Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously enabling one system to virtually function as several systems Disabled Disables this function Hardware Prefetcher Enabled Disabled Disables this function Enabled Allows you to turn on off the Mid Level Cache L2 streamer prefetcher Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Enabled Disabled Disables this function Enabled Allows a hardware platform to perform adjacent cache line prefetching CPU Power Management Configuration CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the ratio The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
18. when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field Le 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 e fii Tweaker Memory Frequency iGPU Max Frequency gt DRAM Timing Control gt CPU Power Management Target CPU Turbo Mode Speed xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Turbo Mode speed Target DRAM Speed xxxxMHz Displays the target DRAM speed 2 4 1 Memory Frequency Auto Allows you to set the memory operating frequency Configuration options Auto DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz DDR3 1400MHz DDR3 1600MHz DDR3 1866MHz DDR3 2133MHz DDR3 2400MHz L4 The configuration options vary with the CPU types installed on the system Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this H happens revert to the default setting 2 12 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 12 e 2 12 14 2 57 51 PM 2 4 2 iGPU Max Frequency Auto Allows you to set the iGPU maximum frequency The values range from xxxMHz by CPU to 3000MHz with a 50MHz interval Use lt gt lt gt to adjust the value 2 4 3 DRAM Timing Control The sub items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using
19. 12 14 2 58 06 PM 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 TA LAUR SERES PLU D SE B EMILE DUT TORE BREED REM VCC 035313524 7 2 A DRIN RR TT LORMEMEMRTRMENSE LEHMELTUATA COBMMIVASFLEY EC EE EE EE EUREEIS A EK HEEL HK ECH KC Korea Warning Statement Be 77 HAS 8541714 e 77 ALBH dasx47 724 zs AAAA ASAE AS FAS aA BE AANA ASE usus WI 4 SAME gid 259 Deez d dgd d ud d 4 zcr VF VA REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in 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 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 th
20. 4 2 56 56 PM H61M G specifications summary 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 Intel H61 Express Chipset 8x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 4 ports at the mid board 4 ports at the back panel Rear panel ports 1x PS 2 keyboard port purple 1 x PS 2 mouse port green 1x DVI D 1 x D Sub 1x LPT port 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 3 x Audio jacks Internal 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2 0 1 1 ports connectors 4 x SATA 3 Gb s connectors jumpers 1 x 4 pin 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 1x Clear CMOS jumper BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM UEFI BIOS PnP DMI v2 0 WfM 2 0 ACPI v2 0a SM BIOS v2 7 SLP 8 0 EUP ready Manageability WOL PXE PME Wake Up Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti virus software OEM version Form factor ATX form factor 8 9 in x 7 0 in 22 6 cm x 17 8 cm ff Specifications are subject to change without notice vii E8188 H61M G manualindb 7 2 12 14 2 56 57 PM viii E8188 H61M G manualindb 8 2 12 14 2 56 57 PM Product introduction 1 1 Before you p
21. 5A increment Secondary Plane Current Limit Auto Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for Internal Graphics cores Use lt gt and lt gt key to adjust the value at 0 125A increment ASUS H61M G 2 13 E8188 H61M G manualindb 13 e 2 12 14 2 57 51 PM 2 5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices AN Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values le can cause the system to malfunction Eo Advanced gt CPU Configuration gt PCH Configuration gt SATA Configuration gt System Agent Configuration gt USB Configuration gt Onboard Devices Configuration gt APM gt Network Stack F12 Print Screen 2 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects AN The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Enabled Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down Disabled 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 Two threads per activated core are enabled Disabled Only one
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23. 88 H61M G manualindb 30 e 2 12 14 2 58 04 PM 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 Load Optimized Defaults 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 lt F5 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to load the default values Save Changes amp 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 lt F10 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to save changes and exit Discard Changes amp Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press lt Esc gt 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 ASUS H61M G 2 31 E8188_H61M_G_manual indb 31 e 2 12 14 2 58 04 PM 2 32 E8188 H61M G m
24. ATA devices The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port SATA Mode Selection AHCI Allows you to set the SATA configuration Disabled Disables the SATA function IDE 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 f Due to H61 Chipset limitation AHCI Mode only works on Windows Vista Windows 7 Please use IDE Mode on Windows XP 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 This item appears only when you set the previous item to IDE or AHCI 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 Allow you to enable r
25. BIOS information 24 Managing and updating your BIOS rs 2 1 22 BIOS setup program osse oreet S 2 6 SC ENK Ll M 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu eerie tercer ann rat cea ts Sra acus sen eos Usb ain isea 2 5 Advanced menu 2 6 Monitor menu eerie erret eer ttes Connect KA Osd le m PA TOONS 2 9 Exit menu Appendices INORG OS PR A 1 ASUS contact information inner A 3 E8188 H61M G manualindb 3 e 2 12 14 2 56 53 PM Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electrical 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 fthe power supply is broken do not try to fix it by your
26. HU e H61M G 5 Wi eo Le a Q E em iind E8188 First Edition January 2014 Copyright 2014 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 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unles such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE S EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONA
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28. SB device wake up PS 2 USBPW1 4 Set this jumper to 5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode CPU stopped DRAM refreshed system running in low power mode using the connected PS 2 or USB devices Set to 5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes no power to CPU DRAM in slow refresh power supply in reduced power mode PS 2_USBPW1 4 g E Ed i eg 5V 5VSB E O 1 Default om mm om bom H61M G PS 2 and USB Device Wake up AN The USB device wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the 5VSB lead for each USB port otherwise the system would not power up The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability 5VSB whether under normal condition or in sleep mode 3 USB device wake up USBPW5 8 This jumper allows you to enable or disable the USB device wake up feature When you set this jumper to pins 2 3 5VSB you can wake up the computer by pressing a key on the USB keyboard or by clicking on the USB mouse This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the 5VSB lead and a corresponding setting in the BIOS USBPW5 8 12 23 5V 5VSB T Default H61M G USB Device Wake up 1 12 Chapter 1 Product introduction E8188 H61M G manualindb 12 amp 2 12 14 2 57 16 PM 1 7 Connectors
29. 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 Due to Intel chipset limitation DDR3 1600MHz and higher memory modules on XMP mode will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR3 1600MHz Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimal compatibility we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code D C from the same vendor Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules 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 E Install a 64 bit Windows OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb 64MB chips or less ASUS H61M G 1 7 E8188 H61M G manualindb 7 amp 2 12 14 2 57 10 PM 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
30. amage the motherboard ASUS H61M G 1 1 E8188_H61M_G_manual indb 1 amp 2 12 14 2 56 59 PM Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1 2 3 Motherboard layout 06 oo 9 9 17 8cm 7 0in ke E 7 KBMS CPU FAN RT ees GO O zi ATX12V ss ES 8118 E ells ala eis REI Se s fe 211 B T 5 Hle USB34 H 2115 alia H gjej OO o 8 i S S n e si a la lal 8 CE gt LAN USB12 SN B EH S H CIE Es H Hes e ASUS aumo H61M G PCIEX16 any an Super S vo Intel a all em H61 z i Ac PCIEX1_1 LJ wl AAFP TEE usese Ass cunc Tam es K ERI 565 F PANEL ia ks sd 1 2 Chapter 1 Product introduction E8188 H61M G manualindb 2 amp 2 12 14 2 57 00 PM 1 2 4 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots LED PS 2 and USB device wake up 3 pin PS2 USBPW1 4 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 4 pin CHA FAN Intel LGA1155 CPU socket DDR3 DIMM slots Intel H61 Serial ATA 3 0Gb s connectors 7 pi
31. anualindb 32 Chapter 2 Getting started 2 12 14 2 58 05 PM 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 te
32. ar panel Mic In Mic In Bass Center Bass Center Lime Front panel Side Speaker Out ASUS H61M G 1 13 E8188 H61M G manualindb 13 amp 2 12 14 2 57 22 PM 10 11 To configure an 8 channel audio output Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8 channel audio output 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 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 2 0 1 1 devices Video Graphics Adapter VGA port This 15 pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA compatible devices DVI D port This port is for any DVI D compatible device DVI D can t be converted to output RGB signal to CRT and isn t compatible with DVI I PS 2 Keyboard port purple This port is for a PS 2 keyboard 1 7 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 E E 2 2 E E Lu Lu co E ee D o o 9 a n z E Ei 60m amp coo o zo o lt ZZ 2 iam LET P DO d F DO Ig B AAFP ERLE alelelals ES pii TT t eni PTT a LTO Noro zonge 9zJ24 o H E T E E o E zaa 6 E EME Ss e EE oO E O 0o o HD audio
33. 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 Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List 1 4 3 Installing a DIMM E8188 H61M G manualindb 8 Chapter 1 Product introduction amp 21214 2 57 11 PM To remove a DIMM 1 5 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 4 cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 5 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 Remove the system unit cover if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis 3 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 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier 6 Replace the system cover 1 5 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion car
34. at 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 detailed recycling information in different regions A 2 Appendices E8188 H61M G manualindb 2 e 2 12 14 2 58 07 PM ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 11259 Telephone 886 2 2894 3447 Fax 886 2 2890 7798 E mail info asus com tw Web site WWW asus com tw Technical Support Telephone 86 21 38429911 Online support Support asus com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA Telephone 1 812 282 3777 Fax 1 510 608 4555 Web site usa asus com Technical Support Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959911 Web site www asus de Online contact www asus de sales Technical Support Telephone 49 1805 010923 Support Fax 49 2102 9599 11 Online support support asus com EUR 0 14 minute from a German fixed landline EUR 0 42 minute from a mobile phone
35. chnician 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 num rique de la Classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel 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 interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interf rence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil ASUS H61M G A 1 E8188_H61M_G_manual indb 1 e 2
36. d Beitou Taipei 112 Taiwan In your request please provide the name model number and version as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary object code This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address gpl asus com statin the product and describing the problem please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives etc to this email address E8188 H61M G manualindb 2 e 9 2 12 14 2 56 52 PM Contents Safety information About this guide Package contents ee ceti eiiis cibos inst i H61M G specifications summary vi Product introduction 1 1 Before UE TT eee 1 1 1 2 Motherboard overview nennen nnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nennen 1 1 13 Central Processing Unit CPU eere erret tnnt 1 3 1 4 System memory 1 5 SCCUCDOUEIU cmt DU MEE PIC Mmm AC c 1 8 Onboard LEDs 1 9 Software support
37. d Space Bar Sets the Space Bar on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system Ctrl Esc 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 Disables the Power On by a PS 2 mouse Enabled 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 PCIE Disabled Disabled Disables the PCI PCIE devices to generate a wake event Enabled Enables the PCI PCIE devices to generate a wake event Power On By RTC Disabled Disabled Disables RTC to generate a wake event Enabled When set to Enabled the items RTC Alarm Date Days and Hour Minute Second will become user configurable with set values RTC Alarm Date Days This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to select RTC alarm time days When you set the time to zero the RTC alarms everyday Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the time Hour Minute Second Allows you to set the RTC alarm time Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the time 2 5 8 Network Stack Network Stack Disabled This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack Configuration options Disabled Enabled The followin
38. d 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 Assign an IRQ to the card 3 Install the software drivers for the expansion card ASUS H61M G 1 9 E8188 H61M G manualindb 9 amp 2 12 14 2 57 12 PM AN 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 5 3 PCI Express 2 0 x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express 2 0 x1 network cards SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications 1 5 4 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 fo PCle 3 0 speed is supported by Intel 3rd generation Core processors IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIEx16 PCIEx1_1 Realtek 8111G controller USB2 0 controller 1 shared USB2 0 controller 2 shared HD audio T SATA controller 1 shared SATA controller 2 shared 1 10 Chapter 1 Product introduction E8188 H61M G manualindb 10 amp 2 12 14 2 57 14 PM 1 6 Jumpers 1 Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock RTC RAM in CMOS You can
39. ee 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 A Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into H61MG CAP 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 A DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause ac system boot failure 2 1 4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in a 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 Z The succeeding utility screens are for refe
40. efore you start using this utility download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at Z4 WWW asus com 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 Utility and press Enter to enable it 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 Pressthe 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 A This function supports USB flash disks formatted using FAT32 16 on a single partition only Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure File Path Drive Info Folder Info FUN 04 01 13 07 40p 8390656 HG1N G ChP 09 18 13 04 15p lt DIR gt Trashes File Info MODEL Help Info Enter Select or Load Tab Switch lp Doun PageUp PageDown Hone Endl Move Esc Exit 2 2 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 2 e 2 12 14 2 57 37 PM 2 1 3 ASUS CrashFr
41. emapping the memory above 4GB Disabled 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 IGPU PCIE ASUS H61M G 2 17 E8188 H61M G manualindb 17 e 2 12 14 2 57 54 PM iGPU Memory Auto Allows you to select the amount of system memory allocated to DVMT 5 0 used by the iGPU Configuration options Auto 32M 1024M Render Standby Enabled Allows you to enable the Intel Graphics Render Standby support to reduce the iGPU power use when idle Configuration options Disabled Enabled iGPU Multi Monitor Disabled Allows you to enable the iGPU Multi Monitor For Lucid Virtu MVP function supports set this item to Enabled to empower both integrated and discrete graphics iGPU shared system memory size is fixed in 64MB Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 5 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features LA The USB Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Intel USB2 0 EHCI Controller Enabled Disabled Disables the Intel USB2 0 EHCI controller Enabled Enables the Intel USB2 0 EHCI controller Legacy USB Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program
42. four items appear when you set Launch CSM to Enabled 2 26 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188_H61M_G_manual indb 26 e 2 12 14 2 58 01 PM Boot Devices Control UEFI and L Allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot up Configuration options UEFI and Legacy OpROM Legacy OpROM only UEFI only Boot from Network Devices Legacy OpR Allows you to select the type of network devices that you want to launch Configuration options Legacy OpROM first UEFI driver first Ignore Boot from Storage Devices Legacy OpR Allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to launch Configuration options Both Legacy OpROM first Both UEFI first Legacy OpROM first UEFI driver first Ignore Boot from PCle PCI Expansion Devices Legacy OpR Allows you to select the type of PCle PCI expansion devices that you want to launch Configuration options Legacy OpROM first UEFI driver first 2 7 9 Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST OS Type Windows UE Allows you to select your installed operating system Windows UEFI mode Executes the Microsoft Secure Boot check Only select this option when booting on Windows UEFI mode or other Microsoft Secure Boot compliant OS Other OS Get the optimized function when booting on Windows non UEFI mode Windo
43. g two items appear only when you set the previous item to Enabled 2 20 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 20 e 2 12 14 2 57 55 PM Ipv4 PXE Support Enabled This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv4 PXE Boot support Configuration options Disabled Enable Ipv6 PXE Support Enabled This item allows user to disable or enable the Ipv6 PXE Boot support Configuration options Disabled Enable 2 6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings ke m Monitor MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed CPU Voltage 3 30 Voltage SU Voltage 12V Voltage CPU Q Fan Control CPU Fan Speed Low Limit CPU Fan Profile Chassis Q Fan Control Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit Scroll down to display the following items Chassis Fan Profile ASUS H61M G 2 21 E8188_H61M_G_manual indb 21 e 2 12 14 2 57 56 PM 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 d
44. glish Fran ais Espa ol Deutsch Pycckuii A 288 SHEA f cnp xc 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 c RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 7 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 Chapter 2 Getting started 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 Selectthe Administrator Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change an administrator password 1 Selectthe Administrator Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press Enter 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press Enter 4 Confirm the passwo
45. gt ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility gt ASUS SPD Information gt ASUS DC 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 P4 For more details see section 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2 8 2 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot DIMM A1 Displays the Serial Presence Detect SPD information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot Configuration options DIMM A1 DIMM B1 2 8 3 ASUS O C Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings LA 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 VA 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 Load Save CMOS Profile from to USB Drive Allows you to load save CMOS profile from to USB drive 2 30 Chapter 2 Getting started E81
46. n SATA3G_1 2 3 4 System panel connector 10 1 pin F PANEL Speaker connector 4 pin SPEAKER Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB56 USB78 USB device wake up USBPW5 8 Standby power LED SB PWR Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 1 2 8 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 3 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 and Celeron processors II O Uo um om om ml ke H61M G CPU socket LGA1155 ASUS H61M G 1 3 E8188 H61M G manualindb 3 amp 2 12 14 2 57 01 PM AN 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 lo
47. o 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 Disabled Disables the CPU Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature 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 100 RPM 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 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 Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum CPU fan speed Manual Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters L The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 20 C to 75 C CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the ma
48. om File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device ff The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable KEK Management The KEK Key exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key manages the Signature database db and Revoked Signature database dbx LA Key exchange Key KEK refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key Enrollment Key KEK Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system Configuration options Yes No Load KEK from File Allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device Append KEK from file Allows you to load the additional KEK from a storage device for an additional db and dbx loaded management The KEK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated Geng variable DB Management The db Authorized Signature database lists the signers or images of UEFI applications operating system loaders and UEFI drivers that you can load on the Single computer Delete the DB Allows you to delete the db file from your system Configuration options Yes No Load DB from File Allows you to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device 2 28 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 28 e 2 12 14 2 58 01 PM Append DB from file Allows you to load the additional db from a storage device so that more images can be loaded securely ff The db file must be formatted as a UEFI variable
49. peed control parameters E The following four items appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to Manual Chassis Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 40 C to 90 C Chassis Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt 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 lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 60 to 100 When the chassis temperature is under 40 C 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 ASUS H61M G 2 23 E8188 H61M G manualindb 23 e 2 12 14 2 57 58 PM 2 7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options USB Support PS 2 Keyboard and Mouse Support Network Stack Driver Support Next Boot after AC Power Loss Full Screen Logo POST Delay Time Bootup NunLock State Wait For PU If Error Option ROM Messages INT19 Trap Response Setup Mode Scroll down to display the following items
50. rd 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 Selectthe User Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change a user password 1 Selectthe User Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press Enter 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press Enter 4 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 ASUS H61M G 2 11 E8188 H61M G manualindb 11 e 2 12 14 2 57 48 PM 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items Be cautious
51. rence 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 formatted using FAT32 16 on a 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 AN 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 ASUS H61M G 2 8 E8188 H61M G manualindb 3 e 2 12 14 2 57 40 PM 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 SATA XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup 3 When the Make Disk menu appears select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number 4 Atthe 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 gt d D gt Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 Atthe FreeDOS prompt
52. roceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings 5 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 switch off the ATX power supply and detach its power cord Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard peripherals or components 1 2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits J 4 Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard Failure to do so can i cause you physical injury and damage to motherboard components 1 2 1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard 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 1 2 2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis N Do not overtighten the screws Doing so can d
53. rowse the contents of the Support DVD to L locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD ASUS H61M G 1 19 E8188 H61M G manualindb 19 D 2 12 14 2 57 33 PM E8188 H61M G manualindb 20 Chapter 1 Product introduction 2 12 14 2 57 33 PM BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS AN 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 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard s softwares drivers and the BIOS version easily With this utlity you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST To launch EZ Update click EZ Update on the Al Suite 3 main menu bar ASUS FZ Update Click to automatically update your motherboard s driver software and firmware Click to find and Click to select a Click to update select the BIOS boot logo the BIOS from file ff EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP Internet Service Provider ASUS H61M G 2 1 E8188_H61M_G_manual indb 1 e 2 12 14 2 57 35 PM 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 B
54. s 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 HDD LED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD Power Soft off button 2 pin PWR BTN 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 Onboard LEDs 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 C d a 1 8 i ic E SB PWR o H E rrj Q WU ON OFF m mm sam Standby Power Powered H61M G Onboard LED Chapter 1 Product introduction 2 12 14 2 57 31 PM 1 9 Software support 1 9 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 Operating Systems
55. s will extend POST time Disabled For the fastest POST time all PS 2 devices will not be available until your computer enters the operating system Network Stack Driver Support Disabled Disabled Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST Enabled Select to load the network stack driver during POST Next Boot after AC Power Loss Normal Boot Normal Boot Returns to normal boot on the next boot after AC power loss Fast Boot Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after AC power loss 2 7 2 Full Screen Logo Enabled Enabled Enables the full screen logo display feature Disabled Disables the full screen logo display feature f Set this item to Enabled to use the ASUS MyLogo 2 feature POST Delay Time 3 sec This item appears only when you set Full Screen Logo to Enabled This item allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup You can only execute the POST delay time during Normal Boot The values range from 0 to 10 seconds ASUS H61M G 2 25 E8188 H61M G manualindb 25 e 2 12 14 2 58 00 PM LA This feature will only work under normal boot Post Report 5 sec This item appears only when you set Full Screen Logo to Disabled This item allows you to Select a desired post report waiting time The values range from 1 to 10 seconds 2 7 3 Bootup NumLock State On On Sets the power on state of the NumLock to On Off Sets
56. self 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 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 E8188 H61M G manualindb 4 e 2 12 14 2 56 53 PM 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
57. signal cables D r SATA3G 1 SATA3G 2 IS Ho mn RSATA ROW RATAAN RSATA ae GND NO SATA men SATA TAN II SATA Tae GND No SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 RSATA RXP4 beta bi GND RSATA TXNA RSATA Ga GND H61M G Intel SATA 3 0Gb s connectors WW 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 To configure the SATA type in BIOS click Advanced Mode gt Advanced tab gt SATA Configuration gt SATA Mode Selection See section 2 5 3 SATA Configuration for details 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 5 USB connectors 10 1 pin USB56 USB78 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 E8188 H61M G manualindb 16 USB78 USB 5V USB P7 USB_P7 GND NC 8 8 GND USB45V USB P amp USB P8 The USB module cable is purchased separately Chapter 1
58. ss incorrect removal of the PnP cap 1 3 1 CPU installation A E8188 H61M G manualindb 4 m The LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1155 socket DO NOT install an ce LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket Chapter 1 Product introduction amp 2 12 14 2 57 03 PM 1 3 2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation ASUS H61M G E8188 H61M G manualindb 5 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary 2 12 14 2 57 05 PM To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly I SES NULL m Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 4 System memory 1 4 1 Overview This 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 DOE Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM A1 Channel B DIMM B1 mm 7 mm H61M G 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 4 2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB 2GB 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets A You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B
59. structure with time based authenticated variable DBX Management The dbx Revoked Signature database lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded Delete the DBX Allows you to delete the dbx file from your system Configuration options Yes No Load DBX from File Allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device Append DBX from file Allows you to load the additional dbx from a storage device so that more db s images cannot be loaded V The dbx file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable 2 7 10 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 11 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 ASUS H61M G 2 29 E8188 H61M G manualindb 29 e 2 12 14 2 58 02 PM 2 8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the submenu
60. tem 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 Atthe 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 Atthe 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 ASUS H61M G 2 9 E8188 H61M G manualindb 9 e 2 12 14 2 57 46 PM 2 10 E8188 H61M G manualindb 10 e 2 12 14 2 57 48 PM 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 System Language English System Date System Time gt Security 2 3 1 System Language English Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options Configuration options En
61. the keyboard and press lt Enter gt D Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable If this Kee happens revert to the default settings 2 44 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 lt gt and lt gt 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 Disables this function Enabled The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production Long Duration Power Limit Auto Allows you to limit the turbo ratio s long duration power Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Long Duration Maintained Auto Allows you to maintain the turbo ratio s long duration power Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Short Duration Power Limit Auto Allows you to limit the turbo ratio s long duration power Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Primary Plane Current Limit Auto Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for CPU cores Use lt gt and lt gt key to adjust the value at 0 12
62. the power on state of the NumLock to Off 2 7 4 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 2 7 5 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 6 INT19 Trap Response Postponed Postponed Allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19 during legacy boot Immediate Allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19 right away 2 7 7 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 8 CSM Compatibility Support Module Allows you to configure the CSM Compatibility Support Module items to fully support the various VGA bootable devices and add on devices for better compatibility Launch CSM Enabled Auto The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add on devices Enabled For better compatibility enable the CSM to fully support the non UEFI driver add on devices or the Windows UEFI mode Disabled Disable the CSM to fully support the Windows Security Update and Security Boot L The following
63. tion Technology Hardware Prefetcher Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Enabled gt CPU Power Management Configuration Fi2 Print Screen Submenu item Pop up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Monitor 2 8 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 8 e 2 12 14 2 57 46 PM 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 gt 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 i
64. type bupdater pc g and press Enter D gt bupdater pc Jo 2 The BIOS Updater screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 30 H61M G CAP 8390656 2013 10 26 17 30 48 Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Exit 2 4 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 4 e 2 12 14 2 57 40 PM 3 Press Tab to switch between screen fields and use the lt Up Down Home End gt 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 4 Select Yes and press Enter When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer j LIS DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot Cs failure A For BIOS Updater version 1 30 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 8 Exit menu for details Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them ASUS H61M G 2 5 E8188 H61M G manualindb 5 e 2 12 14 2 57 41 PM 2 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters The BIOS screens
65. 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 Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual d 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 d complete a task IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task LA NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task 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 lt Key1 gt lt Key2 gt lt Key3 gt If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign 4 E8188 H61M G manualindb 5 2 12 14 2 56 55 PM Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items Motherboard ASUS H61M G motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s cables Accessories 1 x I O Shield
66. ws Vista XP or other Microsoft Secure Boot non compliant OS Only on Windows UEFI mode that Microsoft Secure Boot can function properly L4 The following item appears when OS Type is set to Windows UEFI mode Key Management This item appears only when you set Secure Boot Mode to Custom It allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys Manage the Secure Boot Keys PK KEK db dbx Install Default Secure Boot keys Allows you to immediately load the default Security Boot keys Platform key PK Key exchange Key KEK Signature database db and Revoked Signatures dbx The Platform Key PK state will change from Unloaded mode to Loaded mode The settings are applied after reboot or at the next reboot V4 Key exchange Key KEK refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key database KEK ASUS H61M G 2 27 E8188 H61M G manualindb 27 e 2 12 14 2 58 01 PM Clear Secure Boot keys This item appears only when you load the default Secure Boot keys This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys Save Secure Boot Keys Allows you to save the PK Platform Keys to a USB storage device PK Management The Platform Key PK locks and secures the firmware from any non permissible changes The system verifies the PK before your system enters the OS Delete PK Allows you to delete the PK from your system Once the PK is deleted all the system s Secure Boot keys will not be active Configuration options Yes No Load PK fr
67. ximum 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 Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 20 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 0 to 100 When the CPU temperature is under 40 C the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle 2 22 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 22 e 2 12 14 2 57 57 PM 2 6 5 Chassis Q Fan Control Enabled Disabled Disables the Chassis Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the Chassis Q Fan control feature Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 600 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 200RPM 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 Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum chassis fan speed Manual Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan s
68. you set the Intel R Rapid Start Technology Ge to Enabled Entry on S3 RTC Wake Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the iFFS invocation upon S3 RTC wake Configuration options Enabled Disabled Entry After Immediately This item appears only when you set the Entry on S3 RTC Wake to Enabled and allows you to set the RTC wake timer at S3 entry Configuration options Immediately 1 minute 2 minutes 5 minutes 10 minutes 15 minutes 30 minutes 1 hour 2 hours Active Page Threshold Support Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the Active Page Threshold Support Configuration options Enabled Disabled Active Memory Threshold x This item appears only when you set the Active Page Threshold Support to Enabled and allows you to set the Active Memory Threshold When the partition size is larger than the Active Page Threshold size the system will try to support the Intel R Rapid Start Technology When the item is set to zero the system automatically checks whether the partition size is enough at S3 entry Key in the desired value using the numeric keypad 2 16 Chapter 2 Getting started E8188 H61M G manualindb 16 e 2 12 14 2 57 54 PM Intel R Smart Connect Technology ISCT Configuration Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration Configuration options Enabled Disabled 2 5 3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup the BIOS automatically detects the presence of S

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