Asus P8H61 Specifications

Motherboard• P8H61-M LX R2.0• P8H61-M PLUS R2.0P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series

x* Specications are subject to change without notice. P8H61-M LX R2.0 specications summaryASUS unique features ASUS DIGI+VRM- Digital Power Control

1-1Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Product introduction If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.1.3 Special fe

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-2Intel® H61 Express ChipsetThe Intel® H61 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to support the new 1155 socket Int

1-3Chapter 1: Product introduction100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61-M LX R2.0 PLUS R2.0 only)This motherboard uses all high-q

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-4ASUS Anti-Surge ProtectionThis special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges

1-5Chapter 1: Product introductionASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS le

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-61.4 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboa

1-7Chapter 1: Product introduction1.5 Motherboard overviewStudy the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts before installing

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-81.5.3 Motherboard layout1.5.4 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page1. CPU and c

1-9Chapter 1: Product introduction1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel®

iiE7241First Edition April 2012Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-101.6.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.To prevent damage to the socket pins, d

1-11Chapter 1: Product introduction4. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only.PnP capThe CPU ts in only one correct orientati

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-127. Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the load plate slides und

1-13Chapter 1: Product introduction1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and f

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-143. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connect

1-15Chapter 1: Product introduction1.7 System memory1.7.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Module

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-16• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of acces

1-17Chapter 1: Product introduction(continued on the next page)P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 MHz capabilit

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-18(continued on the next page)DDR3-2000 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket sup

1-19Chapter 1: Product introductionDDR3-1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1

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ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-20DDR3-1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM

1-21Chapter 1: Product introductionDDR3-1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-22DDR3-1066 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIM

1-23Chapter 1: Product introduction1.7.3 Installing a DIMMUnplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-241.8 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and

1-25Chapter 1: Product introduction1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-261.10 Connectors1.10.1 Rear panel connectors1. PS/2 Mouse (Green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.2. Parallel port. This 25-

1-27Chapter 1: Product introductionUse a chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output.7. USB 2.0 ports 1 and

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-28• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specication

1-29Chapter 1: Product introductionDo not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside the system may damage the

ivContents1.11.1 Installing an operating system ... 1-321.11.2 Support DVD information ...

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-306. 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 drive

1-31Chapter 1: Product introduction8. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL)This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.• System powe

ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.01-321.11 Software support1.11.1 Installing an operating systemThis motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Operating System

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1Chapter 2BIOS informationSave a copy of the original motherboard BIOS le to a USB ash disk in case you need to restor

2-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. The ASUS Up

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-3• Before using this utility, rename the BIOS le in the removable device to H61MLXR2.CAP (for P8H61-M LX R2.0) or H61M

2-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.1.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in a DOS environment. This utility also allows you

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5Updating the BIOS leTo update the BIOS le using BIOS Updater1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press

2-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force the PC to reboot may cause dat

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-7BIOS menu screenThe BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes by

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2-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure be

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main sh

2-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-11Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passwor

2-12 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0To set a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Create New Password box, key in

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-132.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when changi

2-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.4.2 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Conguration options: [

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-15The following three items appear only when you set both the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology and Turbo Mode items

2-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . The thermal conditions should be monitore

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-172.4.10 iGPU Offset Mode Sign [+][+] To offset the voltage by a positive value.[–] To offset the voltage by a negati

viSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the sy

2-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-19CPU Ratio [Auto]Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use <+> and <-

2-20 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.5.2 PCH CongurationHigh Precision Timer [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Congura

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-21SATA Mode Selection [IDE Mode]Allows you to set the SATA conguration.[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.[IDE Mod

2-22 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.5.4 System Agent CongurationMemory Remap Feature [Enabled][Enabled] Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB.[

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-232.5.5 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item shows

2-24 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0Serial Port CongurationThe sub-items in this menu allow you to set the serial port conguration.Serial Port [Enabled]Allows

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-252.5.8 Network StackNetwork Stack [Disable Link]Enables or disables the UEFI network stack. Conguration options: [Dis

2-26 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxx�C/xxx�F][xxx�C/xxx�F]The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and disp

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-272.6.4 CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM]This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allow

viiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Abo

2-28 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets the

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-292.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS][Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the

2-30 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.02.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter&

Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-312.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard

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Appendices A-1AppendicesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol

A-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0VCCI: Japan Compliance StatementVCCI Class B StatementKC: Korea Warning StatementCanadian Department of Communications Stateme

Appendices A-3ASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax

A-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITO

viiiBold 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 greate

ixP8H61-M LX R2.0 Series specications summary(continued on the next page)CPULGA1155 socket for Intel® Second/Third Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / C