ASUS S2-P8H61E User Manual

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S2-P8H61E

ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone)

User’s Manual

E6927

First Edition V1 Dec. 2011

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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 Qualied 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 info

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

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 Conguration ........................................................ 4-15

4.4.2 System Agent Conguration ......................................... 4-16

4.4.3 PCH Conguration ........................................................ 4-17

4.4.4 SATA Conguration ....................................................... 4-17

4.4.5 USB Conguration ........................................................ 4-18

4.4.6 Onboard Devices Conguration .................................... 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

4.5.2 CPU / 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

Notices

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.

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 modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate this equipment.

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:

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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

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Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.

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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.

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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.

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Place the product on a stable surface.

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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied 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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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 nd 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 yers,

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

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.

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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

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.

Chapter 1

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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 mini-

plug.

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.

1.1 Welcome!

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.

1.2 Front panel

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

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1.3 Rear panel

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

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

congurations:

• 3-channel • 6-channel • 8-channel

Refer to the conguration table in the User Guide for details.

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

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1.4 Internal 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.

1. Front panel cover

2. Slim size optical drive

3. Power supply unit

4. CPU socket

5. DIMM sockets

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.

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1.5 Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3-1333 MHz capability

continued on the next page

Vendors Part No. Size

SS/ DS

Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage

DIMM socket support (Optional)

DIMM2 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-

8-24

XMP 1.35V • •

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

4GB )

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5V

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 prole) 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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DDR3-1333 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size

SS/ DS

Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage

DIMM socket support (Optional)

DIMM2 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 prole) 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 1.65V • OCZ OCZ3F13334GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.7V • • OCZ OCZ3G13334GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.7V • • OCZ OCZ3G1333LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.65V • • OCZ OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65V • • OCZ OCZ3X13334GK(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.75V • • OCZ OCZ3G1333LV6GK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.65V • • OCZ OCZ3P1333LV6GK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65V • • OCZ OCZ3X1333LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-20 1.60V • • OCZ OCZ3G1333LV8GK 8GB ( 2x

4GB )

DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.65V • •

OCZ OCZ3RPR1333C9LV8GK 8GB ( 2x

4GB )

DS - - 9-9-9-20 1.65V • •

PSC AL7F8G73D-DG1 1GB SS PSC A3P1GF3DGF 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • PSC AL7F8G73F-DJ2 1GB SS PSC A3P1GF3FGF - - • • PSC AL8F8G73D-DG1 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3DGF 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • PSC AL8F8G73F-DJ2 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3FGF - - • • SAMSUNG M378B2873FHS-CH9 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - - • • SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0-CH9 2GB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - - • • SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0-CH9 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C - - • • Super

Talent

W1333UA1GH 1GB SS HYNIX H5TQ1G83TFR 9 - • •

Super Talent

W1333X2G8(XMP) 1GB SS - - 8 - • •

Super Talent

W1333UB2GS 2GB DS Samsung K4B1G0846F 9 - • •

Super Talent

W1333UB4GS 4GB DS Samsung K4B2G0846C - - • •

Super Talent

W1333UX6GM 6GB(3x 2GB) DS Micron 0BF27D9KPT. 9-9-9-24 1.5V • •

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DDR3-1066MHz capabilityMHz capability

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

SS: Single-sided / DS: Double-sided

DIMM support:

• A*: one (1) module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory conguration. 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 conguration. We suggest that you install the modules into

slots A2 and B2 for better compatibility.

Vendors Part No. Size

SS/DSChip

Brand

Chip NO. Timing Voltage

DIMM socket support (Optional)

1 DIMM

DIMMs

Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • • ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - 1.35V(low voltage) • • ELPIDA EBJ11UD8BAFA-AE-E 1GB DS Elpida J5308BASE-AC-E - - • • 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-

1G1F1

2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • •

OCZ OCZ3G1066LV4GK 4GB(2 x

2GB)

DS Micron 9BF27D9KPV 7-7-7-201.65V • •

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Chapter 1: System introduction

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

Chapter 2

Starting up

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2.1 Installing 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.

2.3 Support DVD information

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

2.2 Powering up

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

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.

• 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.

Press to turn ON the system

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2.3.1 Running 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.

If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to

locate the le 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.

Click an item to install

Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information

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

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2.3.2 Utilities 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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2.3.3 Make Disk menu

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

2.3.4 Manual 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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2.3.6 Other 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 specied information.

Motherboard Info

Displays the general specications of the motherboard.

2.3.5 ASUS Contact information

Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also nd this

information on the inside front cover of this user guide.

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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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2.4 Software 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 le that came with the software for

more information.

2.4.1 AI 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® notication 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 select a utility

Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency

Click to update the motherboard BIOS

Click to show the system information

Click to customize the interface settings

Click to show the Support information

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EPU

EPU is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides

several modes that you can select to save system power. Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status.

Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the support DVD, launch EPU by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI

Suite II main menu bar.

*• Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you

installed EPU.

*• Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you

click the Clear button .

*Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced

Displays the system properties of each mode

Advanced settings for each mode

Multiple system operating modes

Displays current mode

The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated

Displays the amount of CO2 reduced

Displays the current CPU power

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Probe II

Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you

of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition.

Launching Probe II

After installing AI Suite II from the support DVD, launch Probe II by clicking Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar.

Conguring Probe II

Click the Voltage/Temperature/Fan Speed tabs to activate the sensors or to adjust the sensor

threshold values. The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor

alerts, or change the temperature unit.

Loads the default threshold values for each sensor

Applies your changes

Loads your saved

conguration

Saves your

conguration

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Sensor Recorder

Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes.

Launching Sensor Recorder

After installing AI Suite II from the support DVD, clickclick Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar to launch PC Probe .

Conguring Sensor Recorder

Click the Voltage/Temperature/Fan Speed tabs and select the sensors that you want to monitor. The History Record tab allows you to record the changes in the sensors that you enable.

Select the sensors that you want to monitor

Click to zoom in/out the Y axis

Click to zoom in/out the X axis

Click to return to the default mode

Drag to view the status during a certain period of time

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Ai Charger+

Battery Charging Version 1.1 (BC 1.1), a USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) certied USB

charging function, is designed to make USB charging faster than the standard USB devices. If your USB device supports the BC 1.1 function*, when you connect your USB device to your system, the system automatically detects your USB device and starts a fast USB charging. The charging speed may get 3 times faster than that of the standard USB devices**.

• * Check your USB device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function.

• ** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.

• Ensure to remove and reconnect your USB device after enabling or disabling Ai Charger+ to ensure normal charging function.

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Monitor

The Monitor section includes the Sensor and CPU Frequency panels.

Sensor

The Sensor panel displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPUdisplays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. Click Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar to launch the Sensor panel.

CPU Frequency

The CPU Frequency panel displays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage. Clickdisplays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage. Click Monitor > CPU Frequency on the AI Suite II main menu bar to open the CPU Frequency panel.

Sensor panel

CPU Frequency panel

Resident in the right pane (system information area)

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Updating the BIOS through the Internet

To update the BIOS through the Internet:

1. From the ASUS Update screen,

select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next.

2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest

you to avoid network trafc.

If you want to enable the BIOS

downgradable function and auto BIOS backup function, check the checkboxs before the two items on the screen.

3. Select the BIOS version that you

want to download. Click Next.

When there is not updated version

detected, it is shown as the screen on the right side.

Update

The Update section allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and the BIOS boot logo with the ASUS designed update utilities.

ASUS Update

The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® OS. The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the BIOS directlypdate the BIOS directly

from the Internet, download the latest BIOS le from the Internet, update the BIOS from an, download the latest BIOS le from the Internet, update the BIOS from an updated BIOS le, save the current BIOS le or view the BIOS version information.

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Download BIOS from Internet

To download BIOS from Internet:

1. From the ASUS Update screen,

select Download BIOS from Interent, and then click Next.

2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest

you to avoid network trafc, and click

Next.

3. Select the BIOS version that you

want to download, and click Next.

4. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue.

5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process.

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Updating the BIOS through a BIOS le

To update the BIOS through a BIOS le:

1. From the ASUS Update screen,

select Update BIOS from le, and then click Next.

2. Locate the BIOS le, click Open, and click Next.

3. Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue.

4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process.

4. Click Finish to complete the process.

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Save BIOS to le

To save BIOS to le:

1. From the ASUS Update screen,

select Save BIOS to le, and then click Next.

2. Click Browse to specify the le path

and assign a name to the BIOS le.

Click Save.

3. Click Finish to complete the process.

ASUS MyLogo

The ASUS MyLogo utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that

appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). ASUS MyLogo is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the Support DVD.

• Obtain the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

• You can create your own boot logo image in GIF le format.

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3. Locate the picture that you want to use as your BIOS boot logo, then, then click Next.

4. Select your desired size for the bootSelect your desired size for the boot

logo. Click Next.

5. The system starts updating the BIOSThe system starts updating the BIOS and loading the new boot logo.

To update the BIOS boot logo:

1. From the ASUS Update screen, select MyLogo, and then click Next.

2. Select Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard, then click Next.

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6. Click Yes if you want the changes to

take effect immediately.

7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process.

To change the BIOS le’s boot logo and update the BIOS to the motherboard:

1. From the ASUS Update screen, select MyLogo, and then click Next.

2. Select Change the boot logo of a

downloaded BIOS le and update this BIOS to my motherboard, then

click Next.

3. Locate the picture that you want to use as your BIOS boot logo, then, then click Next.

4. Select your desired size for the bootSelect your desired size for the boot

logo. Click Next.

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6. Click OK on the conrmation message.

7. Click Yes if you want the changes to

take effect immediately.

8. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process.

To change the BIOS les’s boot logo without updating the BIOS to the motherboard:

1. From the ASUS Update screen, select MyLogo, and then click Next.

2. Select Change the boot logo of

a downloaded BIOS le (But do not update this BIOS to my motherboard.), then click Next.

5. The system starts updating the BIOSThe system starts updating the BIOS and loading the new boot logo.

This screen appears only when you run the software from the Support CD.

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3. Locate the picture that you want to use as your BIOS boot logo, then, then click Next.

4. Select your desired size for the bootSelect your desired size for the boot

logo. Click Next.

5. Click OK on the conrmation message.

6. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process.

This screen appears only when you run the software from the Support CD.

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• Click the CPU tab to see the details on

the processor and the Cache.

System Information

The System Information section displays the information about the motherboard, CPU and memory slots and disks.

• Click the MB tab to see the details on

the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS.

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• Click the Memory tab and then select the memory slot to see the details on the memory module installed on the corresponding slot.

• Click the Disk tab and then select the disk volumn to see the details in the disks installed in the system.

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Settings

The Settings section allows you to customize the main menu bar settings and the interface’s

skin.

• Application allows you to select the application that you want to enable.

• Bar allows you to modify the bar setting,

Support

The Support section displays the ASUS support information.

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Installing AI Manager

To install AI Manager on your computer:

1. Place the support CD in the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled, the Drivers installation

wizard appears.

If Autorun is not enabled in your computer, locate the setup.exe le from the ASUS AI Manager folder in the support CD. Double-click the setup.exe le to start installation.

2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS AI Manager.

3. Follow the screen instructions to complete the installation.

Launching AI Manager

To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager 1.xx.xx > AI Manager. The AI Manager quick bar appears on the desktop.

After launching the application, the AI Manager icon appears in the Windows® taskbar.

Right-click this icon to switch between quick bar and main window, and to launch the AI Manager either from the quick bar or taskbar.

2.4.2 ASUS AI Manager

ASUS AI Manager is a utility that gives you quick and easy access to frequently-used applications.

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AI Manager quick bar

The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click the Main, My Favorites, Support or

Information tab to display the menu’s contents. Click the Maximize/restore button to switch between full window and quick bar. Click the Minimize button to keep the AI Manager on the taskbar. Click the Close button to quit

the AI Manager.

Main

The Main menu contains two utilities: AI Disk and AI Security. Click the arrow on the Main menu icon to browse through the utilities in the main menu.

AI Disk

AI Disk allows you to easily clear temporary IE les, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history,

or the Recycle Bin. Click the AI Disk icon on the quick bar to display the full AI Disk window and select the items you want to clear. Click Apply when done.

Click to extend or restore

Main

My Favorites

Support

AI Disk

Close button Maximize / restore button Minimize button

AI Security

AI Security enables you to set a password to secure your devices, such as USB ash disks and CD/DVD disks, from unauthorized access.

To lock a device:

1. When using AI Security for the rst time, you are asked to set a password. Enter a

password with at most 20 alphanumeric characters.

2 Conrm the password.

3. Key in the password hint (recommended).

4. When done, click Ok.

5. Select the device you want to lock, then click Apply.

6. Key in the password you have set previously, then click Ok. The selected device

is locked and not accessible.

AI Booting

Information

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To unlock the selected device:

1. Uncheck the checkbox of the selected device, then click Apply.

2. Key in the password you have set previously, then click Ok. The selected device

is unlocked.

To change password:

Click Change Password, then follow the on-screen instructions to change password.

AI Booting

AI Booting allows you to specify the boot device priority sequence.

To specify the boot sequence:

1. Select a device, then click on the left/right button to specify the boot sequence.

2. When done, press Apply.

My Favorites

My Favorites allows you to add applications that you frequently use, saving you from

searching for the applications throughout your computer.

To add an application:

1. Click Add, then locate the application you want to add to My Favorites.

2. Click Open on the le location window. The application is added to My Favorites list.

Right click on the application icon to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. You can also double click to launch the selected application.

Support

Click any links on the Support window to go to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information.

Information

The Information menu displays the general information of your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, memory, and other devices installed.

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2.4.3 ASUS Webstorage

ASUS webstorage is designed to help you retrieve your data to your notebooks, smartphones or tablets wherever there is internet connection.

Installing webstorage

To install webstorage:

Place the support DVD in the optical drive. Double-click the setup.exe le from the ASUS

WebStorage folder in the Software folder in the support DVD.

Launching Webstorage

To launch the WebStorage from the Windows® desktop, click

Start > All Programs > ASUS

> Webstorage

. The webstorage quick bar appears in the Windows® taskbar. Rightclick this icon to switch between the quick bar and the main window

Drive

Allows your to retrieve all your backups, synced les, share groups and password protected data from here. Right-click the mouse to preview les before downloading or generating a

sharing URL.

Backup

To backup your most important data with simple steps: preset a backup shcedule with your

preferences in cloud storage; or select “Auto Backup” for complete data backup.

MySyncFolder

To store the updated les to MySyncFolder for easy access and share of all types of les

without the limitation of location or device.

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Calendar

ASUS WebStorage automatically syncs the most updated calendar events to all personal computers so that you know the exact events no matter which PC is in use.

BookmarkSyncer

The convenient BookmarkSyncer keeps our browser preference and bookmark to the cloud

automatically synchronized in multiple computer.

MobileApp

ASUS WebStorage mobile applications sync your les between multiple devices. It also supports transcoding technology that allows preview and les streaming on your mobile

phone.

Go to Web

Experience the value-added cloud service through ASUS WebStorage, without the risk of losing data.

Settings

1. Click the Settings icon , the settings interface appears.

2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the conguration.

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2.4.4 ASUS @ Vibe

ASUS @Vibe is a one-stop, preinstalled repository that provides access to a wide variety

of content and allows you to access content including music, videos, radio stations, games,

magazines, e-books, e-learning materials, and Live TV.

Gaming

Allows you to enjoy free one hour trial to test out a huge range of casual games and full game versions exclusive to ASUS users.

Learning

Select online learning courses for elementary, junior, and graduate levels.

Magazines

Read popular publications, all in high-resolution and fully accessible online!

Music

Provides tracks for every genre fan - hip hop, top 40, classical and more, with new songs constantly added.

Radio

Tune in instantly to hundreds of diverse local and international radio stations.

Books

Allows you to choose and read over half a million titles online.

Live TV

Watch popular series on your PC through ASUS@Vibe, from classics to the latest shows.

Video

Provides an entire library of videos.

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

Chapter 3

Motherboard info

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3.1 Introduction

The Vintage S2-P8H61E barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system

reconguration.

3.2 Motherboard layout

P8H61-I

PCI1EX16

USB1112

USB910

AAFP

RTL

8111E

ASM

1042

ATX12V

EATXPWR

F_PANEL

CPU_FAN

CHA_FAN

Lithium Cell

CMOS Power

VIA

VT1708S

EPU

32Mb BIOS

SB_PWR

CLRTC

SPDIF_OUT

DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module)

DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module)

SATA1

SATA2

AUDIO

LAN1_USB3_12

KB_USB56

USB34

HDMI

LGA1155

DVI_D_VGA

Intel

H61

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3.3 Jumper

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.

P8H61-I

P8H61-I Clear RTC RAM

21 2 3

Normal

(Default)

Clear RTC

CLRTC

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3.4 Connectors

1. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1/2)

These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb/s or 6Gb/s hard disk and optical disk drives.

2. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112)

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 specication that supports up to

480 Mbps connection speed.

Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!

• The USB module is purchased separately.

• Connect the USB header to the front I/O port with USB port cable and card reader cable.

P8H61-I

P8H61-I USB2.0 connectors

PIN 1

USB+5V USB_P12USB_P12+ GND NC

USB+5V

USB_P11-

USB_P11+

GND

USB1112

PIN 1

USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC

USB+5V

USB_P9-

USB_P9+

GND

USB910

You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives.

GND

RSATA_TXP2

RSATA_TXN2

GND

RSATA_RXP2

RSATA_RXN2

GND

SATA1

SATA2

GND

RSATA_RXN1

RSATA_RXP1

GND

RSATA_TXN1

RSATA_TXP1

GND

P8H61-I

P8H61-I SATA connectors

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3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-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.

DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside

the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors!

Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan2 feature.

P8H61-I

P8H61-I fan connectors

CPU_FAN

CPU FAN PWM

CPU FAN IN

CPU FAN PWR

GND

CHA_FAN

CHA FAN PWM

CHASSIS FAN IN

CHA FAN PWR

GND

Follow these steps to connect the CPU fan and chassis fan:

connect the CHA_FAN connector to chassis fan

connect the CPU_FAN connector to CPU fan

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5. 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.

• We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-denition audio capability.

• By default, this connector is set to HD Audio. If you want to connect a High Denition

front panel audio module to this connector, set the HD Audio Controller item in the BIOS to [Enabled]. See section “4.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguration” for details.

• Connect this connector to the front panel.

P8H61-I

P8H61-I Front panel audio connector

AAFP

PIN 1

GND

PRESENCE#

SENSE1_RETUR

SENSE2_RETUR

PORT1 L

PORT1 R

PORT2 R

SENSE_SEND

PORT2 L

HD-audio-compliant

pin definition

PIN 1

AGNDNCNC

MIC2

MICPWR

Line out_R

Line out_L

Legacy AC’97

compliant definition

The S/PDIF out module is purchased separately.

4. Digital Audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)

This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital sound output. Connect one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF module.

SPDIF_OUT

+5V

SPDIFOUT

GND

P8H61-I

P8H61-I Digital audio connector

3-7

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• DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin ATX12V power plug; otherwise, the system will

not boot.

• We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when conguring a

system with more power-consuming devices or when you intend to install additional devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

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

These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are

designed to t these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down rmly until the connectors completely t.

P8H61-I

P8H61-I ATX power connectors

EATXPWR

PIN 1

GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts

-5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND

-12 Volts +3 Volts

+3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts

+5V Standby

Power OK

GND

+5 Volts

GND

+5 Volts

GND +3 Volts +3 Volts

ATX12V

PIN 1

+12V DC

GND

3-8

Chapter 3: Motherboard info

BIOS setup

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

Chapter 4

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• Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS le to a USB ash disk in case you

need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility.

• Download the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at www.asus.com

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system settings such as storage device

conguration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device conguration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. In normal

circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances:

• An error message appears on the screen during the system startup and requests you to run the BIOS setup.

• You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update.

• Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to system instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings with the help of a trained service personnel.

• BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem in using the current BIOS version, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system boot failure.

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• ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

• This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.

Updating the BIOS

To update the BIOS:

1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to launch the AI Suite II utility. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears.

2. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu. The ASUS Update main screen appears. From the list, select either of the following methods:

Updating from the Internet

a. Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next.

b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, then click Next.

c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click

Next.

4.1.1 ASUS Update utility

ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment.

Installing ASUS Update

To install ASUS Update:

1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears.

2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.

The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features.

Updating from a BIOS file

a. Select Update BIOS from le, then click Next.

b. Locate the BIOS le from the Open window, then click Open.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process.

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Flash Info

MODEL: S2-P8H61E VER: 0309 DATE: 11/23/2011

Exit

[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup

File Path: fs0:\

Drive Folder Info

fs0:\ 11/23/11 03:33p 4194304 S2-P8H61E.ROM

ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V00.75

File Info

MODEL: VER: DATE

Help Info

• This function supports USB ash disks with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.

• DO NOT support USB 3.0 port.

• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

3. Press <Tab> to switch to the Drive eld.

4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to nd the USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS,

and then press <Enter>.

5. Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder Info eld.

6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to nd the BIOS le, and then press <Enter> to perform

the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done.

4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2

The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility.

Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at

www.asus.com

To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:

1. Insert the USB ash disk that contains the latest BIOS le 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.

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4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le

when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS

le using the motherboard support DVD or a USB ash drive that contains the updated BIOS le.

Recovering the BIOS

To recover the BIOS:

1. Turn on the system.

2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB ash drive that contains the BIOS le to the USB port.

3. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS le. When found, the utility reads the BIOS le 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.

• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!

• DO NOT support USB 3.0 port.

• When running Crash Free BIOS, the loading time varies with different USB devices.

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 4.8 Exit menu for details.

The BIOS le in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website at www.asus.com

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Please select boot device:

SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup

 ↑and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults

4.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater

The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also

allows you to copy the current BIOS le that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or

gets corrupted during the updating process.

The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown.

Before updating the BIOS

1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB ash drive in FAT32/16 format

and single partition.

2. Download the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save them on the USB ash drive.

• NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Do not save the BIOS le and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB ash drive in NTFS format.

• Do not save the BIOS le to a oppy disk due to low disk capacity.

• DO NOT support USB 3.0 port.

3. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional).

Booting the system in DOS environment

1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le 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.

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Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)!

C:\>d:

D:\>

3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item

by pressing the item number.

4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from

Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive).

D:\>bupdater /oOLDBIOS1.rom

Filename Extension

Backing up the current BIOS

Ensure that the USB ash drive is not write-protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the le.

1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /o[lename] and press <Enter>.

The [lename] is any user-assigned lename with no more than eight alphanumeric

characters for the lename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension.

2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt.

ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07

Current ROM

Update ROM

Note

Saving BIOS:

PATH: A:\

BOARD: S2-P8H61E VER: 0309

DATE: 11/23/2011

BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown

DATE: Unknown

BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue.

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Updating the BIOS file

1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>.

ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07

Current ROM

Update ROM

Note

[Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit

S2-P8H61E.ROM 4194304 2011-11-23 17:30:48

PATH: A:\

BOARD: S2-P8H61E VER: 0309

DATE: 11/23/2011

BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown

DATE: Unknown

D:\>bupdater /pc /g

2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below.

3. Press <Tab> to switch between screen elds and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS le and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS le and prompts you to conrm BIOS update.

Are you sure to update BIOS?

Yes No

DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure!

4. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your computer.

• For BIOS Updater version 1.04 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 4.8 Exit menu for details.

• Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS le if you have

disconnected them.

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4.2 BIOS setup program

Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS

screens 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, do any of the following:

• Press <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Delete> simultaneously.

• Press the reset button on the system chassis.

• Press the power button to turn the system off then turn it back on. Do this option only if

you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the rst two options.

• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

• Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program.

• The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Default Settings item under the Exit Menu. See section 4.8 Exit Menu.

• If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. Refer to section 3.3 Jumper on how to erase the RTC RAM.

• The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices.

Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> 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.

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.

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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.

The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in sectionsection 4.6 Boot memu for details.

• 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.

S2-P8H61E BIOS Version : 0309 Build Date : 11/23/2011

CPU Type : Intel(R) Core (TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz Speed : 3100 MHz

Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz)

Exit/Advanced Mode

Temperature Voltage Fan Speed

CPU +113.0ºF/+45.0ºC CPU 1.248V 5V 5.160V CPU_FAN 4485RPM CHA_FAN N/A

MB +75.2ºF/+40.0ºC 3.3V 3.344V 12V 12.248V

English

EFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode

Saturday [1/1/2005]

Normal

Quiet

Performance Energy Saving

System Performance

Boot Menu(F8)

Default(F5)

Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to decide the boot priority.

Boot Priority

Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode

Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program

Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed

Power Saving mode

Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode

Loads optimized default

Selects the boot device priority

Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side

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Advanced Mode

The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations.

To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode.

Menu bar

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:

Main For changing the basic system conguration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings

Monitor

For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings

Boot For changing the system boot conguration

Tool For conguring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings

Main

Advanced Monitor Boot Tool

Exit

Includes TM1, TM2 and EMTTM

→←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item

Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values

F5: Optimized Defaults

F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen

Back Advanced\ CPU Conguration >

EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode

Navigation keys

General help

Menu bar

Menu items

Scroll bar

Back button

Conguration elds

Pop-up window

CPU Conguration

Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2500 CPU @ 3.30GHz

EM64T Supported

Processor Speed 3300 MHz

Preocessor Stepping 206a6 Microcode Revision Not loaded L1 Cache 256 KB L2 Cache 1024 KB L3 Cache 6144 KB Procesor Cores 4 Intel HT Technology Not Supported CPU Ratio Range 16-31 CPU Current Ratio 31

Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled

Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled

Execute Disable Bit Enabled

Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled

Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled

CPU C1E Auto

Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor

Disabled Enabled

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Menu items

The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic 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 (>) before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press <Enter> or double-click the item.

Pop-up window

Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the conguration

options for that item.

Scroll bar

A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not t 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

At the 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

At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item.

Conguration elds

These elds show the values for the menu items. If an item is user-congurable, you can change the value of the eld opposite the item. You cannot select an item that is not user-congurable.

A congurable eld is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a eld, select it and

press <Enter> or click on it to display a list of options.

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4.3 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.

4.3.1 System Language [English]

Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Conguration options:

[English]

4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

Allows you to set the system date.

4.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx]

Allows you to set the system time.

4.3.4 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) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 3.3 Jumper 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.

Main

Advanced Monitor Boot Tool

Exit

EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode

Choose the system default languageBIOS Information

BIOS Version 0303 x64 Build Date 09/09/2011 ME Version 7.0.4.1197 South Bridge Stepping B3 Stepping

CPU Information

Intel(R) Core (TM) i5-2400 CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz

Memory Information Total Memory 1024 MB

Speed 1333 MHz

System Language English

System Date [Wednesday 07/27/2005] System Time [00:25:50]

Access Level Administrator

> Security

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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 elds in the BIOS setup program.

To set an administrator password:

1. Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.

3. Conrm the password when prompted.

To change an administrator password:

1. Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

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. Conrm the password when prompted.

To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as in changing an administrator

password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/conrm 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. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.

2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>.

3. Conrm the password when prompted.

To change a user password:

1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.

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. Conrm 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/conrm the password. After you clear the password, the

User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed.

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Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values

can cause the system to malfunction.

4.4 Advanced menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.

4.4.1 CPU Conguration

The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

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.

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.

Main

Advanced Monitor Boot

Tool

Exit

Trusted Computing (TPM) settings

EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode

→←: Select Screen

↑↓: Select Item

Enter: Select

+/-: Change Opt.

F1: General Help

F2: Previous Values

F5: Optimized Defaults

F10: Save ESC: Exit

F12: Print Screen

> CPU Conguration

> System Agent Conguration

> PCH Conguration

> SATA Conguration

> USB Conguration

> Onboard Devices Conguration

> APM

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[Disabled] Forces the XD feature ag to always return to zero (0).

Intel(R) 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.

Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [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 C1E [Auto]

This item allows you to enable or disable the C1E support function. This item should be

enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled]

[Disabled]

CPU C3 Report [Auto]

Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS.

Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled]

CPU C6 Report [Auto]

Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS.

Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]

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 thread per activated core is enabled.

4.4.2 System Agent Conguration

The System Agent Conguration menu allows you to change the northbridge chipset settings.

Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/iGPU]

Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device.

Conguration options: [iGPU] [PEG/iGPU]

iGPU Memory [64M]

Allows you to set the Internal Graphics Device share memory size. Conguration options: [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M]

Render Standby [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable Render Standby by Internal Graphics Device.

Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled]

Allows you enable or disable Internal Graphics Device Multi-Monitor Support for add-on VGA

devices. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

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4.4.3 PCH Conguration

The South Bridge menu allows you to change the PCH settings.

High Precision Timer [Enabled]

Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.

Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

4.4.4 SATA Conguration

While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port.

SATA Mode [IDE Mode]

Allows you to set the SATA conguration.

[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.

[IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as

Parallel ATA physical storage devices.

[AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] 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.

Serial-ATA Controller 0 [Enhanced]

This item appears only when you set the SATA Mode item to [IDE Mode].

[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.

[Enhanced] Set to [Enhanced] to support more than four SATA devices.

[Compatible] Set to [Compatible] when using Windows 98/NT/2000/MS-DOS. Up to four

SATA devices are supported under these operating systems.

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. Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

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4.4.5 USB Conguration

The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.

The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.

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.

[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.

Legacy USB3.0 Support [Enabled]

[Enabled] Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems

(OS).

[Disabled] Disables the function.

EHCI Hand-off [Disabled]

[Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off

feature.

[Disabled] Disables the function.

4.4.6 Onboard Devices Conguration

HD Audio Controller [Enabled]

[Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller.

[Disabled] Disables the controller.

The following item appears only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled].

Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled]

[Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller.

[Disabled] Disables the controller.

Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled]

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.

Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]

Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled]

[Enabled] Enables the onboard USB 3.0 controller.

[Disabled] Disables the controller.

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Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled]

This item appears only when the Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller item is set to [Enabled].

[Enabled] Enables the Asmedia USB 3.0 battery charging function.

[Disabled] Disables this function

4.4.7 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.

WOL (include AC Power Loss) [Disabled]

[Disabled] Disables the Wake On LAN after a power failure (G3 state) function.

[Enabled] Enables the Wake On LAN after a power failure (G3 state) function.

Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]

[Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard.

[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 PCIE [Disabled]

[Disabled] Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event.

[Enabled] Enables the 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-congurable with set values.

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4.5 Monitor menu

The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.

4.5.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxx�C/xxx�F][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.

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

The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the eld shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed.

Main

Advanced

Monitor Boot

Tool

Exit

CPU Temperature

→←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item

Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values

F5: Optimized Defaults

F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen

EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode

CPU Temperature +45ºC / +113ºF+45ºC / +113ºF

MB Temperature +34ºC / +93ºF

CPU Fan Speed 4515 RPM

Chassis Fan 1 Speed N/A

CPU Q-Fan Control Enabled

Chassis Q-Fan Control Enabled

CPU Voltage +1.176 V

3.3V Voltage +3.312 V

5V Voltage +5.124 V

12V Voltage +11.980 V

4.5.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

[Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.

[Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.

4.5.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

[Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.

[Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.

4.5.5 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.

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4.6 Boot menu

The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.

4.6.1 Bootup NumLock State [On]

[On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On].

[Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off].

4.6.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]

[Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature.

[Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature.

Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature.

4.6.3 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. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]

4.6.4 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.

Main

Advanced Monitor Boot Tool

Exit

Select the keyboard NumLock state

→←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item

Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values

F5: Optimized Defaults

F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen

EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode

Bootup NumLock State On

Full Screen Logo Enabled

Wait For ‘F1’ If Error Enabled

Option ROM Messages Force BIOS

Setup Mode EZ Mode

Boot Option Priorities

Boot Override

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4.6.5 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.

4.6.6 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, do any of the following:

- Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears.

- Press <F8> after POST.

4.6.7 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.

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4.7 Tools menu

The Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item

then press <Enter> to display the submenu.

4.7.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility

Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen appears.

For more details, refer to section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2.

Main

Advanced Monitor Boot

Tool

Be used to update BIOS

> ASUS EZ Flash Utility

> ASUS SPD Information

4.7.2 ASUS SPD Information

DIMM Slot # [Slot 1]

Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the

selected slot. Conguration options: [Slot 1] [Slot 2]

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4.8 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

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 <F5>, a conrmation window appears.

Select Yes to load the default values.

Save Changes & Reset

Once you are nished 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 <F10>,

a conrmation window appears. Select Yes to save changes and exit.

Discard Changes & Exit

This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When youWhen you select this option or if you press <Esc>, a conrmation 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 lesystem device

This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.e) from one of the available lesystem devices.

Exit

Load Optimized Defaults

Save Changes & Reset

Discard Changes & Exit

ASUS EZ Mode

Launch EFI Shell from lesystem device

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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 +1-510-739-3777 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 (Component) +49-1805-010923* Telephone (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) +49-1805-010920* Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support support.asus.com

* EUR 0.14/minute from a German xed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone.

Manufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc.

Address: No.150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112,

TAIWAN

Authorised representative in Europe:

ASUS Computer GmbH

Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN,

GERMANY

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ASUS S2-P8H61E User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Safety information

About this guide

System package contents

System introduction

Chapter 1

1.1 Welcome!

1.2 Front panel

1.3 Rear panel

1.4 Internal components

Chapter 2

Starting up

2.1 Installing an operating system

2.3 Support DVD information

2.2 Powering up

2.3.1 Running the support DVD

2.3.2 Utilities menu

2.3.3 Make Disk menu

2.3.4 Manual menu

2.3.6 Other information

2.3.5 ASUS Contact information

2.4 Software information

2.4.1 AI Suite II

2.4.2 ASUS AI Manager

2.4.3 ASUS Webstorage

2.4.4 ASUS @ Vibe

Chapter 3

Motherboard info

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Motherboard layout

3.3 Jumper

3.4 Connectors

BIOS setup

Chapter 4

4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

4.1.1 ASUS Update utility

4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2

4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

4.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater

4.2 BIOS setup program

BIOS menu screen

4.3 Main menu

4.3.1 System Language [English]

4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]

4.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx]

4.3.4 Security

4.4 Advanced menu

4.4.7 APM

4.5 Monitor menu

4.5.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

4.5.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

4.5.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage

4.6 Boot menu

4.6.1 Bootup NumLock State [On]

4.6.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]

4.6.3 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]

4.6.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]

4.6.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode]

4.7 Tools menu

4.8 Exit menu

ASUS contact information