Asus P8H67-I PRO User Manual

P8H67-I Series

• P8H67-I PRO

• P8H67-I DELUXE

Motherboard

E6964

First Edition (V1) November 2011

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Contents

Notices ......................................................................................................... vi

Safety information ..................................................................................... vii

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

P8H67-I Series specications summary ................................................... ix

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................. 1-2

1.2.1 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 1-2

1.2.2 Layout contents ............................................................... 1-2

1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 1-3

1.4 System memory ........................................................................... 1-3

1.4.1 Overview ......................................................................... 1-3

1.4.2 Memory congurations .................................................... 1-4

1.5 Expansion slots ............................................................................ 1-6

1.5.1 Installing an expansion card ........................................... 1-6

1.5.2 Conguring an expansion card ....................................... 1-6

1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot ....................................................... 1-6

1.5.4 Mini PCI Express slot (P8H67-I PRO only) ..................... 1-6

1.6 Jumpers ........................................................................................ 1-7

1.7 Connectors ................................................................................... 1-8

1.7.1 Rear panel connectors .................................................... 1-8

1.7.2 Internal connectors ....................................................... 1-10

1.8 Onboard switches ...................................................................... 1-15

1.9 Onboard LEDs ............................................................................ 1-17

1.10 Software support ........................................................................ 1-18

1.10.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-18

1.10.2 Support DVD information .............................................. 1-18

1.10.3 ASUS @Vibe ................................................................ 1-19

Chapter 2: BIOS information

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-1

2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 2-1

2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............................................................ 2-2

2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...................................... 2-3

2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ....................................................... 2-4

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Contents

2.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 2-7

2.3 Main menu .................................................................................. 2-10

2.3.1 System Language [English] ...........................................2-11

2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] ........................................2-11

2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx] ..................................................2-11

2.3.4 Security ..........................................................................2-11

2.4 Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................ 2-12

2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] ............................................. 2-13

2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto] ............................................. 2-13

2.4.3 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] ............................ 2-13

2.4.4 GPU Boost .................................................................... 2-13

2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control ................................................... 2-13

2.4.6 CPU Power Management ............................................. 2-14

2.4.7 Offset Mode Sign [+] ..................................................... 2-14

2.4.8 DRAM Voltage [Auto] .................................................... 2-15

2.4.9 VCCIO Voltage [Auto] ................................................... 2-15

2.4.10 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] ................................................ 2-15

2.4.11 PCH Voltage [Auto] ....................................................... 2-15

2.4.12 Load-Line Calibration [Auto] ......................................... 2-15

2.4.13 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] ....................................... 2-15

2.5 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 2-16

2.5.1 CPU Conguration ........................................................ 2-16

2.5.2 System Agent Conguration ......................................... 2-17

2.5.3 PCH Conguration ........................................................ 2-18

2.5.4 SATA Conguration ....................................................... 2-18

2.5.5 USB Conguration ........................................................ 2-19

2.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguration .................................... 2-19

2.5.7 APM .............................................................................. 2-20

2.6 Monitor menu ............................................................................. 2-21

2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] ...... 2-21

2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed ............................................ 2-21

2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] ...................................... 2-22

2.6.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] ................................. 2-22

2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage .. 2-23

2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] ....................................... 2-23

Contents

2.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-24

2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On] ......................................... 2-24

2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled] ........................................... 2-24

2.7.3 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] ........................... 2-24

2.7.4 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] ................................................. 2-24

2.7.5 Boot Option Priorities .................................................... 2-25

2.7.6 Boot Override ................................................................ 2-25

2.8 Tools menu ................................................................................. 2-25

2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility ................................................... 2-25

2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Prole ......................................................... 2-25

2.9 Exit menu .................................................................................... 2-26

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, 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.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required

to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications 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.

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.

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 indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in 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 that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste.

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 x it by yourself. Contact a qualied 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 qualied service

technician or your retailer.

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring 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.

Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to

complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to

complete a task.

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

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Where to nd more information

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

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software

products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,

that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

Typography

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italics

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you must press the enclosed key. Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.

<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>

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P8H67-I Series specications summary

CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™

Chipset Intel® H67 Express Chipset Memory 2 x SO-DIMM, maximum 16GB, DDR3 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC,

Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot

Graphics Supports HDMI 1.4 with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz

Storage Intel® H67 Express Chipset:

LAN Realtek® RTL8111E Gigabit LAN controller

Audio Realtek® ALC892 8-channel* High Denition Audio CODEC

i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU tpyes. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list.

un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualied 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.

1 x Mini PCI Express slot (

Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048 x 1530 @75Hz

Supports Dual Independent Display: D-Sub & HDMI, D-Sub & DVI-D Supports MPEG2, VC-1, H.264 Hardware Decoder Max. UMA memory: 1748MB

- 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray)

- 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (blue)

- Supports RAID 0, 1, 0+1(10), 5, JBOD, AHCI mode

- 1 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s connector

Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n (

- DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC

- BD Audio Layer Content Protection

- Supports Jack-Detection and Front Panel Jack-Retasking

- Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O * Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support

an 8-channel audio output.

P8H67-I PRO only

P8H67-I DELUXE only

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P8H67-I Series specications summary

USB NEC USB3.0 controller:

ASUS unique features

Rear panel ports 2 x Wi-Fi antenna ports (

Internal connectors/ switches

- 4 x USB 3.0 ports (blue, 2 ports at the mid-board, 2 ports at the back panel)

Intel® H67 Express Chipset:

- 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel)

ASUS Power Solutions

- ASUS Anti-Surge Protection

- ASUS EPU

ASUS Exclusive Features

- GPU Boost

- MemOK!

- BT GO! (

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions

- ASUS FanXpert

ASUS EZ DIY

- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

- ASUS EZ Flash 2

- ASUS MyLogo 2™

- EFI BIOS

P8H67-I DELUXE only

1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port 1 x HDMI output port 1 x DVI-D output port 1 x D-Sub output port 1 x Optical S/PDIF output port 1 x Bluetooth adapter ( 1 x eSATA port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 3 x Audio jacks

1 x USB 2.0/1.1 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector support additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports (20-1 pin) 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 2 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) fan connector 1 x Chassis PWM fan connector 1 x GPU Boost switch 1 x MemOK! button 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF out connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x System panel connector

P8H67-I DELUXE only

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P8H67-I Series specications summary

BIOS features 32 Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0,

Manageability

Accessories 2 x Wi-Fi antennae (

Support DVD Drivers

Form factor

* Specications are subject to change without notice.

ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6, Multi-language BIOS

WOL by PME, PXE

2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables

P8H67-I DELUXE only

1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD

ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Mini-ITX form factor: 6.75 in x 6.75 in (17.1 cm x 17.1 cm)

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Chapter 1 Product introduction

Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8H67-I Series motherboard! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in

your motherboard package. Refer to page xi for the list of accessories.

• P8H67-I Series motherboards include P8H67-I PRO and P8H67-I DELUXE two models. The package contents vary from models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for P8H67-I DELUXE only.

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

1.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

• 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, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

1-1 Chapter 1: Product introduction

P8H67-I DELUXE

PCIEX16

Super I/O

F_PANEL

AAFP

ATX12V

EATXPWR

CHA_FAN

CPU_FAN

USB56

Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

ALC 892

EPU

RTL

8111E

NEC

USB3.0

ASM 1442

32Mb BIOS

NEC

USB3.0

SB_PWR

CLRTC

ANTENNA

_PORT

17.1cm(6.75in)

Intel

H67

DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 204-pin module)

DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 204-pin module)

MemOK!

DRAM_LED

02LED2

SATA6G_1

SATA6G_2

SATA3G_1

SATA3G_2

AUDIO

LAN1_USB3_12

ESATA3G _USB12 _BT

KB_USB34

DVI_VGA

SPDIFO_HDMI

LGA1155

USB3_34

NUT_WLAN1

GPU Boost

DEBUGPORT

SPDIF_OUT

2 11 4

17 16 15714

1.2 Motherboard overview

1.2.1 Motherboard layout

Ensure that you install the motherboard into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis.

Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the

1.2.2 Layout contents

Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page

1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN)

2. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB56) 1-14 11. DARM LED (DRAM_LED) 1-17

3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)

4. Intel® H67 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1/2 [blue])

5. Intel® H67 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])

6. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 1-3 15. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-7

7. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 1-14 16. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-11

8. DDR3 SO-DIMM slots 1-3 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-15

9. GPU Boost LED (O2LED2) 1-17

ASUS P8H67-I Series 1-2

chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

1-11 10. GPU Boost switch 1-15

1-10 12. MemOK! switch 1-16

1-12 13. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 1-13

1-12 14. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 1-17

P8H67-I DELUXE

P8H67-I DELUXE 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets

DIMM_A1

DIMM_B1

1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors.

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/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

1.4 System memory

1.4.1 Overview

The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules (SO-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 gure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:

1-3 Chapter 1: Product introduction

Channel Sockets

Channel A DIMM_A1

Channel B DIMM_B1

1.4.2 Memory congurations

You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 SO-DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.

• According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU.

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

• 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

- Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the

motherboard.

• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less.

• 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 at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment.

• For system stability, use a more efcient memory cooling system to support a full

memory load (2 SO-DIMMs) or overclocking condition.

OS.

P8H67-I Series Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3-1333 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size

Transcend JM1333KSU-1G 1GB DS Transcend TK243PDF3 9 - • • Transcend JM1333KSN-2G 2GB DS Micron 0ND22D9LGK 9 - • • Transcend JM1333KSU-2G 2GB DS Transcend TK243PDF3 9 - • • APACER AS01GFA33C9NBGC 1GB DS APACER AM5D5808AEWSBG 9 - • • CORSAIR CMSO2GX3M1A1333C9 2GB DS CORSAIR 256M8DCJG - - • • CORSAIR CMSO4GX3M1A1333C9 4GB DS CORSAIR 256M8DCJG - - • • G.SKILL F3-10666CL9S-2GBSQ 2GB DS G.SKILL D3 256M8GEF 9-9-9-24 - • • G.SKILL F3-10666CL9S-4GBSQ 4GB DS G.SKILL D3 256M8GEF 9-9-9-24 - • • GEIL GS31GB1333C9SC 1GB DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA15B 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • GEIL GS32GB1333C9SC 2GB DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA15KW 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • GEIL GS34GB1333C9SC 4GB DS GEIL GL1L256M88BA15H 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • HYNIX HMT125S6TFR8C-H9 2GB DS HYNIX H5TQ1G83TFRH9C - - • • KINGMAX FSFD45F-B8KL9-NBE 1GB DS KINGMAX KFB8FNLXF-BNF-15A - - • • KINGMAX FSFE85F-C8KM9-NBE 2GB DS KINGMAX KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A - - • • KINGMAX FSFF65F-C8KM9-NAE 4GB DS KINGMAX KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A - - • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3S9/1G 1GB DS ELPIDA J1108BDBG-DJ-F 9 1.5V • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3S9/2G 2GB DS KTC D1288JPNDPLD9U 9 1.5V • • OCZ OCZ3M13332GK 2GB(2 x 1GB) DS OCZ X43N6416AJ-13 9 - • • OCZ OCZ3M13334GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - 256X8DDR3 HL 9 - • • SAMSUNG M471B5773CHS-CH9 2GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C - - • •

Transcend TS256MSK64V3N 2GB DS MICRON D9LGK - - • •

SS/DSChip

Brand

Chip NO. Timing Voltage

ASUS P8H67-I Series 1-4

DIMM socket support (Optional)

1 DIMM 2 DIMMs

DDR3-1066 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size

Transcend JM1066KSU-1G 1GB DS Transcend TK243EDF3 7 - • • Transcend JM1066KSN-2G 2GB DS HYNIX H5TQ2G83BFRH9C 7 - • • Transcend JM1066KSU-2G 2GB DS Transcend TK243PDF3 7 - • • Transcend JM1066KSN-4G 4GB DS Micron 0OD12D9LGK 7 - • • APACER AS01GFA06C7NBGC 1GB DS APACER AM5D5808DEHSBG 7 - • • APACER AS02GFA06C7NBGC 2GB DS APACER AM5D5808DQQSBG 7 - • • CORSAIR CM3X2GSD1066 G 2GB DS CORSAIR 128M8DCJG - - • • G.SKILL F3-8500CL7S-2GBSQ 2GB DS G.SKILL D3 256M8GEF 7-7-7-20 - • • G.SKILL F3-8500CL7S-4GBSQ 4GB DS G.SKILL D3 256M8GEF 7-7-7-20 - • • GEIL GS31GB1066C7SC 1GB DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA15B 7-7-7-20 1.5V • • GEIL GS32GB1066C7SC 2GB DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA15KW 7-7-7-20 1.5V • • GEIL GS38GB1066C7DC 8GB(2 x 4GB) DS GEIL GL1L256M88BA15H 7-7-7-20 1.5V • • HYNIX HMT125S6BFR8C-G7 2GB DS HYNIX H5TQ1G83BFRG7C - - • • KINGMAX FSED45F-B8KL7-NBF 1GB DS KINGMAX KFB8FNLXF-BNF-15A - - • • KINGMAX FSEE85F-C8KM7-NBF 2GB DS KINGMAX KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A - - • • KINGMAX FSEF65F-C8KM7-NAF 4GB DS KINGMAX KFC8FNMXF-BXX-15A - - • • KINGSTON KVR1066D3S7/1G 1GB DS KTC D1288JPPDPGD9U 7 1.5V • • KINGSTON KVR1066D3S7/1G 1GB DS ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F - 1.5V • • KINGSTON KVR1066D3S7/2G 2GB DS KTC D1288JPNDPLD9U 7 1.5V • • SAMSUNG M471B2873EH1-CF8 1GB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846E - - • • SAMSUNG M471B5673FH0-CF8 2GB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - - • • Transcend JM1066KSU-1G 1GB DS Transcend TK243PDF3 7 - • • ADATA DDR3 1066(7) SO-DIMM 1GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFPH9C - - • • Elixir M2S1G64CBH8A4P-BE 1GB DS Elixir N2CB1616AP-BE - - • • KINGTIGER 1GB DIMM PC3-8500 1GB DS QIMONDA IDSH1G-04A1F1C-10F - - • • KINGTIGER 1GB DIMM PC3-8500 1GB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G16460-HCF8 - - • • KINGTIGER 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS HYNIX H5TQ1G83BFRG7C - - • •

SS/DSChip

Brand

Chip NO. Timing Voltage

SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided

DIMM support:

• 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory

conguration.

• 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the black slots as one pair of

dual-channel memory conguration.

DIMM socket support (Optional)

1 DIMM 2 DIMMs

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

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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 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 rmly 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 Conguring an expansion card

After installing the expansion card, congure 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.

When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that

the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conicts will arise between the two PCI

groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.

1.5.3 PCI Express x16 slot

This motherboard has a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic

cards complying with the PCI Express specications.

1.5.4 Mini PCI Express slot (P8H67-I PRO only)

This motherboard has a Mini PCI Express slot that supports Mini PCI Express cards

complying with the Mini PCI Express specications.

ASUS P8H67-I Series 1-6

1.6 Jumpers

P8H67-I DELUXE

P8H67-I DELUXE Clear RTC RAM

1 2

2 3

Normal

(Default)

Clear RTC

CLRTC

Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)

This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can 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.

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 re-enter data.

Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure!

• If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper 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, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values.

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