ASUS S2-P8H61E User Manual

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S2-P8H61E

ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone)

User’s Manual

E6927

First Edition V1

Dec. 2011

Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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or

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ASUSTeK Computer Inc.

Legal Compliance Dept. 15 Li Te Rd.,

Beitou, Taipei 112 Taiwan

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ii

Table of contents

Notices ............................................................................................................

v

Safety information..........................................................................................

vi

About this guide.............................................................................................

vii

System package contents............................................................................

viii

Chapter 1

System introduction

 

1.1

Welcome!........................................................................................

 

1-2

1.2

Front panel .....................................................................................

1-2

1.3

Rear panel.

.....................................................................................

1-3

1.4

Internal components.......................................................................

1-4

1.5

Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)........................................................

1-5

Chapter 2

Starting up

 

2.1

Installing an operating system........................................................

2-2

2.2

Powering up....................................................................................

2-2

2.3

Support DVD information................................................................

2-2

 

2.3.1

Running the support DVD................................................

2-3

 

2.3.2

Utilities menu...................................................................

2-4

 

2.3.3

Make Disk menu..............................................................

2-5

 

2.3.4

Manual menu...................................................................

2-5

 

2.3.5

ASUS Contact information...............................................

2-6

 

2.3.6

Other information.............................................................

2-6

2.4

Software information.......................................................................

2-8

 

2.4.1

AI Suite II.........................................................................

2-8

 

2.4.2

ASUS AI Manager.........................................................

2-25

 

2.4.3

ASUS Webstorage.........................................................

2-28

 

2.4.4

ASUS @ Vibe................................................................

2-30

Chapter 3

Motherboard inf o

 

3.1

Introduction.....................................................................................

3-2

3.2

Motherboard layout.........................................................................

3-2

3.3

Jumper

............................................................................................

3-3

3.4

Connectors.....................................................................................

3-4

Chapter 4

BIOS setup

 

4.1

Managing and updating your BIOS.................................................

4-2

 

4.1.1

ASUS Update utility.........................................................

4-3

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Table of contents

 

4.1.2

ASUS EZ Flash 2............................................................

4-4

 

4.1.3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3................................................

4-5

 

4.1.4

ASUS BIOS Updater.......................................................

4-6

4.2

BIOS setup program.......................................................................

4-9

 

BIOS menu screen.........................................................................

4-9

4.3

Main menu....................................................................................

4-13

 

4.3.1

System Language [English]...........................................

4-13

 

4.3.2

System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx].......................................

4-13

 

4.3.3

System Time [xx:xx:xx]..................................................

4-13

 

4.3.4

Security..........................................................................

4-13

4.4

Advanced menu............................................................................

4-15

 

4.4.1

CPU Configuration.........................................................

4-15

 

4.4.2

System Agent Configuration..........................................

4-16

 

4.4.3

PCH Configuration.........................................................

4-17

 

4.4.4

SATA Configuration........................................................

4-17

 

4.4.5

USB Configuration.........................................................

4-18

 

4.4.6

Onboard Devices Configuration....................................

4-18

 

4.4.7

APM...............................................................................

4-19

4.5

Monitor menu................................................................................

4-20

 

4.5.1

CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]......

4-20

4.5.2CPU / Chassis Fan 1 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]4-20

 

4.5.3

CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled].......................................

4-20

 

4.5.4

Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]..................................

4-20

 

4.5.5

CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage...

4-20

4.6

Boot menu....................................................................................

4-21

 

4.6.1

Bootup NumLock State [On]..........................................

4-21

 

4.6.2

Full Screen Logo [Enabled]...........................................

4-21

 

4.6.3

Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]........................................

4-21

 

4.6.4

Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]...........................

4-21

 

4.6.5

Setup Mode [EZ Mode]..................................................

4-22

4.7

Tools menu...................................................................................

4-23

4.8

Exit menu......................................................................................

4-24

ASUS contact information.........................................................................

4-25

iv

Notices

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 the detailed recycling information in different regions.

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

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, and

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 technician for help.

WARNING! 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.

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.

Safety information

Electrical safety

To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system.

When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power 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.

If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. 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 that 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.

Lithium-Ion Battery Warning

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

LASER PRODUCT WARNING

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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About this guide

Audience

This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS Vintage S2-P8H61E barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

1.Chapter 1: System introduction

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS S2-P8H61E. The chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.

2.Chapter 2: Starting up

This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD.

3.Chapter 3: Motherboard info

This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.

4.Chapter 4: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.

Conventions used in this guide

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1.ASUS Websites

The ASUS websites worldwide provide 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.

vii

System package contents

Check your S2-P8H61E system package for the following items.

If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.

Item

Description

1.

ASUS S2-P8H61E barebone system with

 

• ASUS motherboatd

 

• Power supply unit

 

• ASUS chassis

2.

Cable

 

• AC power cable

3.

Support DVD

4.

Quick Installation Guide

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Chapter 1

This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS S2-P8H61E. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.

System introduction

1.1Welcome!

Thank you for choosing the ASUS S2-P8H61E!

The ASUS S2-P8H61E is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature.

The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the Second Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors in the 1155-land package (Use a 65W CPU only).

The system supports up to 16 GB of system memory using DDR3-1333/1066 DIMMs. Highresolution graphics via integrated graphics controller or PCI Express x16 slot, Serial ATA, USB 2.0, and 8-channel audio features take you ahead in the world of power computing.

1.2Front panel

The front panel includes the optical drive bays, power button, and several I/O ports.

1

2

POWERED BY

3

4

5

6

7

1.Slim ODD. This bay is for a slim size optical drive.

2.Power button. Press this button to turn the system on.

3.Headphone port. This Line In (lime) port connects a headphone with a stereo miniplug.

4.Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.

5.USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

6.Memory card slot. Insert a MMC, XD, SD, SDHC, MC/PRO card into this slot.

7.Air vents. These vents provide ventilation to your PC.

1-2

Chapter 1: System introduction

1.3Rear panel

The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices.

Do NOT cover the rear vent , and the ambient temperature is limited up to 35oC to prevent the system from overheating.

1.PS/2 mouse/keyboard combo port ()

2.USB 2.0 / USB3.0 ports () (some models may have four rear USB 2.0 / USB3.0 ports)

3.One of the following ports:

E-SATA port ()

Serial (COM1) port ()

DVI port ()

HDMI port ()

4.VGA port ()

5.LAN (RJ-45) port ()

6.One of the following audio ports configurations:

1

2

5

6

• 3-channel

• 6-channel

• 8-channel

Refer to the configuration table in the User Guide for details.

ASUS S2-P8H61E

1-3

1.4Internal components

The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove the chassis cover and the power supply unit. The installed components are labeled for your reference.

3

6

4

7 8

1.Front panel cover

2.Slim size optical drive

3.Power supply unit

4.CPU socket

5.DIMM sockets

 

2

 

5

-I

1

P8H61

 

6.ASUS motherboard

7.PCI Express x16 slot (x16 mode)

8.Metal bracket lock

Refer to the bundled Quick Installation Guide for installing additional system components and get assistance from professionals when you disassemble or assemble the system.

1-4

Chapter 1: System introduction

1.5Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3-1333 MHz capability

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM socket

Vendors

Part No.

Size

SS/

Chip Brand

Chip NO.

Timing

Voltage

support

(Optional)

 

 

 

DS

 

 

 

 

1

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM

DIMMs

A-Data

AD31333001GOU

1GB

SS

A-Data

AD30908C8D-151C

-

-

 

 

 

 

 

E0906

 

 

 

 

A-Data

AD31333G001GOU

3GB(3 x 1GB)

SS

-

-

8-8-8-24

1.65-1.85V

A-Data

AD31333002GOU

2GB

DS

A-Data

AD30908C8D-151C

-

-

 

 

 

 

 

E0903

 

 

 

 

A-Data

AD31333G002GMU

2GB

DS

-

-

8-8-8-24

1.65-1.85V

Apacer

78.A1GC6.9L1

2GB

DS

APACER

AM5D5808DEWSBG

-

-

Apacer

78.A1GC6.9L1

2GB

DS

Apacer

AM5D5808FEQSBG

9

-

CORSAIR

CM3X1024-1333C9DHX

1GB

SS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.60V

CORSAIR

CM3X1024-1333C9

1GB

SS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.60V

CORSAIR

TR3X3G1333C9 G

3GB(3 x 1GB)

SS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.50V

CORSAIR

TR3X3G1333C9 G

3GB(3 x 1GB)

SS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.50V

 

 

CORSAIR

CM3X1024-1333C9DHX

1GB

DS

Corsair

-

-

-

CORSAIR

CMD24GX3M6A1333C9(XMP)

24GB(6x4GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.60V

 

CORSAIR

CM3X2048-1333C9DHX

2GB

DS

-

-

-

-

 

 

CORSAIR

CMX8GX3M4A1333C9

8GB(4 x 2GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.50V

Crucial

CT12864BA1339.8FF

1GB

SS

Micron

9FF22D9KPT

9

-

Crucial

CT25664BA1339.16FF

2GB

DS

Micron

9KF27D9KPT

9

-

Crucial

BL25664BN1337.16FF (XMP)

6GB(3 x 2GB)

DS

-

-

7-7-7-24

1.65V

ELPIDA

EBJ10UE8EDF0-DJ-F

1GB

SS

ELPIDA

J1108EDSE-DJ-F

-

1.35V(low

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

voltage)

 

 

ELPIDA

EBJ21UE8EDF0-DJ-F

2GB

DS

ELPIDA

J1108EDSE-DJ-F

-

1.35V(low

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

voltage)

 

 

G.SKILL

F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK(XMP)

1GB

SS

G.SKILL

-

-

-

G.SKILL

F3-10666CL7T-3GBPK(XMP)

3GB(3 x 1GB)

SS

-

-

7-7-7-18

1.5~1.6V

G.SKILL

F3-10666CL9T-3GBNQ

3GB(3 x 1GB)

SS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.5~1.6V

G.SKILL

F3-10600CL9D-2GBNQ

1GB

DS

G.SKILL

-

-

-

 

 

G.SKILL

F3-10600CL8D-4GBHK(XMP)

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

-

-

8-8-8-21

1.5-1.6V

G.SKILL

F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO(XMP)

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

-

-

8-8-8-

XMP 1.35V

 

 

 

 

 

 

8-24

 

 

 

G.SKILL

F3-10666CL7T-6GBPK(XMP)

6GB(3 x 2GB)

DS

-

-

7-7-7-18

1.5~1.6V

G.SKILL

F3-10666CL7D-8GBRH(XMP)

8GB(2 x 4GB)

DS

-

-

7-7-7-21

1.5V

G.SKILL

F3-10666CL9D-8GBRL

8GB(2 x 4GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.5V

GEIL

GET316GB1333C9QC

16GB ( 4x

DS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.5V

 

 

 

 

4GB )

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GEIL

GV32GB1333C9DC

2GB(2 x 1GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.5V

GEIL

GV34GB1333C7DC

2GB

DS

-

-

7-7-7-24

1.5V

 

 

GEIL

GG34GB1333C9DC

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

GEIL

GL1L128M88BA12N

9-9-9-24 1.3V(low

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

voltage)

 

 

GEIL

GV34GB1333C9DC

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-24

1.5V

Hynix

HMT112U6TFR8A-H9

1GB

SS

HYNIX

H5TC1G83TFRH9A

-

1.35V(low

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

voltage)

 

 

HYNIX

HMT325U6BFR8C-H9

2GB

SS

HYNIX

H5TQ2G83BFRH9C

-

-

Hynix

HMT125U6TFR8A-H9

2GB

DS

HYNIX

H5TC1G83TFRH9A

-

1.35V(low

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

voltage)

 

 

HYNIX

HMT351U6BFR8C-H9

4GB

DS

HYNIX

H5TQ2G83BFRH9C

-

-

KINGMAX

FLFD45F-B8KL9 NAES

1GB

SS

KINGMAX

KKB8FNWBFGNX-27A

-

-

KINGMAX

FLFE85F-C8KF9 CAES

2GB

SS

KINGMAX

KFC8FMFXF-DXX-15A

-

-

KINGMAX

FLFE85F-C8KM9 NAES

2GB

SS

KINGMAX

KFC8FNMXF-

-

-

 

 

 

 

 

BXX-15A

 

 

 

 

KINGMAX

FLFE85F-B8KL9 NEES

2GB

DS

KINGMAX

KKB8FNWBFGNX-26A

-

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KINGMAX

FLFF65F-C8KM9 NEES

4GB

DS

KINGMAX

KFC8FNMXF-

-

-

 

 

 

 

 

BXX-15A

 

 

 

 

Kingston

KVR1333D3N9/1G

1GB

SS

ELPIDA

J1108BDBG-DJ-F

9

1.5V

KINGSTON

KVR1333D3N9/2G

2GB

SS

HYNIX

H5TQ2G83AFRH9C

9

-

KINGSTON

KVR1333D3N9/2G(low profile)

2GB

DS

ELPIDA

J1108BDBG-DJ-F

9

1.5V

Kingston

KVR1333D3N9/2G

2GB

DS

KTC

D1288JPNDPLD9U

9

1.5V

Kingston

KVR1333D3N9/2G

2GB

DS

ELPIDA

J1108BDSE-DJ-F

9

1.5V

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ASUS S2-P8H61E

1-5

DDR3-1333 MHz capability

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM socket

Vendors

Part No.

Size

SS/

Chip Brand

Chip NO.

Timing

Voltage

support

(Optional)

 

 

 

DS

 

 

 

 

1

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM

DIMMs

Kingston

KHX1333C7D3K2/4GX(XMP)

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

-

-

7

1.65V

Kingston

KHX1333C9D3UK2/4GX(XMP)

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

-

-

9

XMP 1.25V

KINGSTON

KVR1333D3N9/4G(low profile)

4GB

DS

HYNIX

H5TQ2G83AFRH9C

9

1.5V

KINGSTON

KVR1333D3N9/4G

4GB

DS

Hynix

H5TQ2G83AFR

-

-

MICRON

MT4JTF12864AZ-1G4D1

1GB

SS

MICRON

D9LGQ

-

-

Micron

MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1

1GB

SS

Micron

9FF22D9KPT

9

-

MICRON

MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4D1

2GB

SS

MICRON

D9LGK

-

-

Micron

MT16JTF25664AZ-1G4F1

2GB

DS

Micron

9KF27D9KPT

9

-

MICRON

MT16JTF51264AZ-1G4D1

4GB

DS

MICRON

D9LGK

-

-

OCZ

OCZ3G1333LV3GK

3GB(3 x 1GB)

DS

-

-

9-9-9-20

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OCZ

OCZ3F13334GK

4GB(2 x 2GB)

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9-9-9-20

1.7V

OCZ

OCZ3G13334GK

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

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9-9-9-20

1.7V

OCZ

OCZ3G1333LV4GK

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

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9-9-9-20

1.65V

OCZ

OCZ3P1333LV4GK

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

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7-7-7-20

1.65V

OCZ

OCZ3X13334GK(XMP)

4GB(2 x 2GB)

DS

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7-7-7-20

1.75V

OCZ

OCZ3G1333LV6GK

6GB(3 x 2GB)

DS

-

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9-9-9-20

1.65V

OCZ

OCZ3P1333LV6GK

6GB(3 x 2GB)

DS

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7-7-7-20

1.65V

OCZ

OCZ3X1333LV6GK(XMP)

6GB(3 x 2GB)

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OCZ3G1333LV8GK

8GB ( 2x

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OCZ

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PSC

AL7F8G73D-DG1

1GB

SS

PSC

A3P1GF3DGF

8-8-8-24

1.5V

PSC

AL7F8G73F-DJ2

1GB

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PSC

A3P1GF3FGF

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AL8F8G73D-DG1

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A3P1GF3DGF

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AL8F8G73F-DJ2

2GB

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PSC

A3P1GF3FGF

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SAMSUNG

M378B2873FHS-CH9

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SAMSUNG

K4B1G0846F

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M378B5673FH0-CH9

2GB

DS

SAMSUNG

K4B1G0846F

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SAMSUNG

M378B5273CH0-CH9

4GB

DS

SAMSUNG

K4B2G0846C

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Super

W1333UA1GH

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HYNIX

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Super

W1333X2G8(XMP)

1GB

SS

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Super

W1333UB2GS

2GB

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Samsung

K4B1G0846F

9

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Talent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Super

W1333UB4GS

4GB

DS

Samsung

K4B2G0846C

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Talent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Super

W1333UX6GM

6GB(3x 2GB)

DS

Micron

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9-9-9-24

1.5V

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DDR3-1066MHz capability

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM socket

Vendors

Part No.

Size

SS/

Chip

Chip NO.

Timing

Voltage

support

 

(Optional)

 

 

 

DS

Brand

 

 

 

1 DIMM

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMMs

Crucial

CT12864BA1067.8FF

1GB

SS

Micron

9GF22D9KPT

7

-

Crucial

CT25664BA1067.16FF

2GB

DS

Micron

9HF22D9KPT

7

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ELPIDA

EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F

1GB

SS

ELPIDA

J1108EDSE-DJ-F

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1.35V(low voltage)

ELPIDA

EBJ11UD8BAFA-AE-E

1GB

DS

Elpida

J5308BASE-AC-E

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ELPIDA

EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F

2GB

DS

ELPIDA

J1108EDSE-DJ-F

-

1.35V(low voltage)

KINGSTON

KVR1066D3N7/1G

1GB

SS

KTC

D1288JPNDPLD9U

7

1.5V

KINGSTON

KVR1066D3N7/2G

2GB

DS

ELPIDA

J1108BDSE-DJ-F

7

1.5V

KINGSTON

KVR1066D3N7/4G

4GB

DS

Hynix

H5TQ2G83AFR

7

1.5V

Micron

MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1

1GB

SS

Micron

9GF22D9KPT

7

-

Micron

MT16JTF25664AZ-

2GB

DS

Micron

9HF22D9KPT

7

-

 

1G1F1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OCZ

OCZ3G1066LV4GK

4GB(2 x

DS

Micron

9BF27D9KPV

7-7-7-

1.65V

 

 

2GB)

 

 

 

20

 

 

 

SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided

DIMM support:

A*: one (1) module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot.

B*: two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for better compatibility.

Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVLs.

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Chapter 2

This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD.

Starting up

2.1Installing an operating system

The barebone system supports Windows® 7 operating systems (OS). Always install the latest

OS version and corresponding updates so you can maximize the features of your hardware.

Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.

2.2Powering up

Press the system power button ( ) to enter the OS.

Press to turn ON the system

2.3Support DVD information

The support DVD that came with the system contains useful software and several utility drivers that enhance the system features.

Screen display and driver options may not be the same for different operating system versions.

The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.

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2.3.1Running the support DVD

To begin using the support DVD, place the DVD in your optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.

Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information

Click an item to install

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.

ASUS InstAll

Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard.

Intel Chipset Driver

Installs the Intel Chipset driver.

VIA Audio Driver

Installs the VIA audio driver and application.

Realtek LAN Driver

Installs the Realtek LAN driver.

Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver

Installs the Intel® Graphics Accelerator driver.

Management Engine Interface

Installs Management Engine Interface utility.

Asmedia USB 3.0 Driver

Installs the Asmedia USB 3.0 driver.

Trend Micro Titanium

Installs the Trend Micro Titanium utility.

Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver

Installs the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology driver.

The Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver appears only when the SATA Mode is set to [AHCI Mode].

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2.3.2Utilities menu

The Utilities menu shows the applications that the motherboard supports.

ASUS InstAll

Installs all the utilities through the Installation Wizard.

Realtek Ethernet Utility

Installs the Realtek Ethernet utility.

Adobe Reader X

Installs the Adobe® Reader X that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF).

ASUS AI Suite II

Installs the ASUS AI Suite II.

ASUS AI Manager

Installs ASUS AI Manager.

ASUS WebStorage

Installs the ASUS WebStorage utility.

ASUS Vibe

Installs the ASUS Vibe utility.

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2.3.3Make Disk menu

The Make disk menu allows you to make a AHCI driver disk.

2.3.4Manual menu

The Manual menu contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual.

Most user manuals are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual.

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2.3.5ASUS Contact information

Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

2.3.6Other information

The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information.

Motherboard Info

Displays the general specifications of the motherboard.

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Browse this DVD

Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format.

Filelist

Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format.

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2.4Software information

Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software for more information.

2.4.1AI Suite II

ASUS AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously.

Installing AI Suite II

To install AI Suite II:

1.Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature.

2.Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS AI Suite II.

3.Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

Using AI Suite II

AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). The AI Suite II icon appears in the Windows® notification area. Click the icon to open the AI Suite II main menu bar.

Click each button to select and launch a utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to customize the settings of AI

Suite II.

Click to customize the interface settings

Click to show the Support information

Click to show the system information

Click to update the motherboard BIOS

Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency

Click to select a utility

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