Elitegroup H87H3-TI User Manual V1.0

Preface

Copyright

This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author.

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Disclaimer

The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.

Trademark Recognition

Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

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 the 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 the receiver

•Connect the equipment onto 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

Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference.

•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:

EN 55022

EN 61000-3-2

EN 61000-3-3

EN 55024

EN 60950

CE marking

Limits and methods of mesurement of radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment

Disturbances in supply systems caused

Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appliances and similar electrical equipment “ Voltage fluctuations”

Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristicsLimits and methods of measurement

Safety for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment

Canadian Department of Communications

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferencecausing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada.

About the Manual

The manual consists of the following:

Chapter 1	Describes	features of	the	page 1
Introducing the Motherboard	motherboard.
Chapter 2	Describes	installation	of	page 7
Installing the Motherboard	motherboard components.
Chapter 3	Provides information on us-			page 29
Using BIOS	ing the BIOS Setup Utility.
Chapter 4	Describes the motherboard			page 59
Using the Motherboard Software software.
Chapter 5	Provides basic trouble shoot-page 63
Trouble Shooting	ing tips.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface	i
Chapter 1	1
Introducing the Motherboard	1
Introduction...................................................................................	1
Pakage Contents............................................................................	1
Specifications................................................................................	2
Motherboard Components..........................................................	4
I/O Ports..............................................................................................	6
Chapter 2	7
Installing the Motherboard	7
Safety Precautions.............................................................................	7
Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis......................................	7
Checking Jumper Settings...........................................................	8
Installing Hardware..................................................................	10
Installing the Processor...........................................................	10
Installing the CPU Cooler.........................................................	12
Installing Memory Modules....................................................	13
Installing Add-on Cards...........................................................	14
Connecting Optional Devices..................................................	16
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disk Drive......................	23
Connecting Case Components.......................................................	24
Chapter 3	29
Using BIOS	29
About the Setup Utility........................ .......................................	29
The Standard Configuration........................ ...........................	29
Entering the Setup Utility.......................................................	29
Resetting the Default CMOS Values.....................................	30
Using BIOS........................................................................................	30
BIOS Navigation Keys..............................................................	31
Main Menu.............................................................................	32
Advanced Menu......................................................................	33
Chipset Menu..........................................................................	47
Tweak Menu...........................................................................	50
Boot Menu..............................................................................	54
Security Menu.........................................................................	55
Exit Menu................................................................................	56
Updating the BIOS.............................................................................	57

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Chapter 4	59
Using the Motherboard Software	59
Auto-installing under Windows 7/8.............................................	59
Running Setup.........................................................................	59
Manual Installation..........................................................................	61
Chapter 5	63
Trouble Shooting	63
Start up problems during assembly..............................................	63
Start up problems after prolong use............................................	64
Maintenance and care tips..............................................................	64
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...................................................	65

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Chapter 1

Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the H87H3-TI motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150 socket for Intel→ 4th Generation CoreTM Family processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets.

This motherboard is based on Intel→ H87 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. It supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600/ 1333 MHz SO-DIMM. Two mini PCI Express slots are for extending usage.

It integrates USB 2.0 ports and USB 3.0 interface, supporting up to five USB 2.0 ports (two 10-pin USB 2.0 headers support four USB 2.0 ports and one 5-pin USB 2.0 header supports additional one USB 2.0 port) and six USB 3.0 ports (four USB 3.0 ports at the rear panel and one USB 3.0 header supports two USB 3.0 ports).

This motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including one DC_IN port, one HDMI in port (For All-In-One Specification), one HDMI out port, one Display port (DP), four USB 3.0 ports, one RJ45 LAN connector, and audio jacks for line-out and mircophone.

In addition, this motherboard supports two SATA 6Gb/s connectors for storage expansion.

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Package Contents

Your motherboard package ships with the following items:

H87H3-TI Motherboard

User Manual

DVD

I/O Shield

1 SATA Cable and 1 SATA/Power Cable

Accessories may vary, please refer to actual goods you purchase.

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Specifications

CPU	•	LGA1150 socket for Intel→ 4th Generation CoreTM Family
		processors
	•	VRD 12.5
Chipset	•	Intel→ H87 Chipset
	•	Supports Intel→ Smart Response Technology
	•	Supports Intel→ Smart Connect Technology
	•	Supports Intel→ Rapid Start Technology
Memory	•	Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
	•	2 x 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
	•	Supports DDR3 1600/1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
Expansion	•	2 x mini PCI Express slots
Slots		- mini PCIe1 (full-card) supports extension cards with SATA
		signal, USB signal and PCIe signal.
		- mini PCIe2 (half-card) supports extension cards with PCIe
		signal & USB signal.
Storage	•	Supported by Intel→ H87 Express Chipset
		- 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s devices
Audio	•	Realtek ALC662
		- 2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
		- Compliant with HD audio specification
LAN	•	Realtek RTL8111G
		- 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet Controller
		- Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
Rear Panel I/O	•	1 x 19V DC_IN port
	•	1 x HDMI in port (For All-In-One Specification)
	•	1 x Display port (DP)
	•	4 x USB 3.0 ports
	•	1 x RJ45 LAN connector
	•	1 x Audio port (1 x line-out, 1 x Microphone)
	•	1 x HDMI out port
Internal I/O	•	1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector with smart fan function
Connectors &	•	1 x 4-pin SYS_FAN connector with smart fan function
Headers	•	1 x USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports
	•	2 x 10-pin USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0
		ports
		- 1 x 10-pin USB 2.0 header (black) supports card reader and
		camera or other USB 2.0 device
		- 1 x 10-pin USB 2.0 header (gray) supports additional two USB
		2.0 devices
	•	1 x 5-pin USB 2.0 header supports additional one USB 2.0 port
	•	2 x Serial SATA 6Gb/s connectors
	•	1 x Case open header
	•	1 x Front Panel switch/LED header
	•	1 x Front Panel audio header
	•	1 x Clear CMOS jumper

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	•	1 x ME Unlock header
	•	1 x SATA power connector
	•	1 x Buzzer header
	•	1 x Consumer infrared header (CIR)
	•	1 x Digital microphone header (For All-In-One Specification)
	•	1 x 2 channel audio speaker header (For All-In-One Specific-
		ation)
	•	1 x LCD panel select jumper (For All-In-One Specification)
	•	1 x LVDS connetor (For All-In-One Specification)
	•	1 x LVDS brightness switch header (For All-In-One Specifica-
		tion)
	•	1 x LVDS brightness control header (For All-In-One Specifica-
		tion)
TPM	•	Embedded Nuvoton NPCT420AA0WX TPM IC supports TPM
		version 1.2
System BIOS	•	AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM
		- Supports Plug and Play
		- Supports ACPI & DMI
		- Supports STR (S3) /STD (S4)
		- Supports Hardware monitor
		- Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS
		- F7 hot key for boot up devices option
		- Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)
		- Supports Dual/Triple Display (depends on display output)
		- Supports EZ BIOS (1024 x 768 resolution, GUI UEFI)
		- Supports Multi-Language
		- Supports AC’97/HD Audio auto detect (default)
		- Supports Blue-Ray DVD display
		- Resume By USB(S3) BIOS setting default (Enable)
Bundled	•	Supports Norton Anti Virus/Cyberlink Media Suite
Software/
Feature
Form Factor	•	Thin Mini ITX Size, 170mm x 170mm

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Motherboard Components

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Table of Motherboard Components

	LABEL	COMPONENTS
	1. CPU Socket	LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation CoreTM Family Processors
	2. F_USB	Front panel USB 2.0 header
		Mini PCI Express slots (mini PCIe1 (full-card) supports extension cards with SATA
	3. PCIE1~2	signal, USB signal and PCIe signal, and mini PCIe2 (half-card) supports extension
		cards with PCIe signal & USB signal.)
	4. DMIC	Digital microphone header (For All-In-One Specification)
	5. SPKR	2 Channels audio speaker header (For All-In-One Specification)
	6. F_AUDIO	Front panel audio header
	7. CLR_CMOS	Clear CMOS jumper
	8. ME_UNLOCK	Me unlock header
	9. CASE	Case open header
	10. SODIMM1~2	204-pin DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMMs
	11. SATA_PWR	SATA power connector
	12. USB3F	Front panel USB 3.0 header
	13. SATA1~2	Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
	14. SYS_FAN	4-pin system cooling fan connector with smart fan function
	15. CPU_FAN	4-pin CPU cooling fan connector with smart fan function
	16. CIR	Consumer infrared header
	17. F_PANEL	Front panel switch/LED header
	18. USB_TP	5-pin USB 2.0 header supports one USB 2.0 device
	19. LVDS	LVDS connector (For All-In-One Specification)
	20. MON_SW	LVDS brightness switch header (For All-In-One Specification)
	21. DISP_BRT	LVDS brightness control header (For All-In-One Specification)
	22. BZ	Buzzer header
	23. LCD_SEL	LCD panel select jumper (For All-In-One Specification)
	24. USB_CR_CAM	10-pin USB 2.0 header supports card reader and camera or other USB 2.0 device

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I/O Ports

1. 19V DC_IN Port

Connect the DC_IN port to the power adapter.

2. HDMI_IN Port (For All-In-One Specification)

You can connect the HDMI output of other computer or other HDMI source to the HDMI_IN port.

PC	HDMI_IN port	LCD_MODE button pulse
Power ON	Un-plugged	PC  LCD off
Power OFF	Plugged	HDMI  LCD off
Power ON	Plugged	PC  HDMI  LCD off
Power OFF	Un-plugged	LCD off

1. Please press button to switch the mode manually, it will not be automatically switched when inserting the HDMI cable.

2.When HDMI_IN is in use, front panel audio header will be invalid.

3.Display Port (DP)

You can connect the display device to the display port.

4. USB 3.0 Ports

Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.

5. LAN Port

Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.

	LAN LED	Status	Description
	Activity LED	OFF	No data
		Orange blinking	Active
	Link LED	OFF	No link
		Green	Link

6. Line-out (lime)

It is used to connect to speakers or headphones.

7. Microphone (pink)

It is used to connect to a microphone.

8. HDMI_OUT Port

You can connect the display device to the HDMI_OUT port.

Link LED

LAN Port

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Chapter 2

Installing the Motherboard

2-1. Safety Precautions

	Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard:
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	•	Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage
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		from static electricity.
	•	Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded
		object before working on the motherboard.
	•	Leave components in the static-proof bags.
	•	Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power
		outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware
		components.

2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis

This motherboard carries a Thin Mini ITX form factor of 170 x 170 mm. Choose a chassis that accommodates this form factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the chassis matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most system chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds to the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.

Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.

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2-3. Checking Jumper Settings

This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.

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1. LCD_SEL: LCD panel select header (For All-In-One Specification)

1.When your panel connects to LVDS, please check LCD_SEL header setting first.

2.Due to the differences of the panel parameters, please follow the above illustration to place the jumper caps.

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2. CLR_CMOS: Clear CMOS jumper

The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled.

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To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”.

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2-4. Installing Hardware

2-4-1. Installing the Processor

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•This motherboard has an LGA1150 socket.

•When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache memory.

•You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other components to run faster than their rated speed.

•The following illustration shows CPU installation components.

A. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab.

B. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open position.

C. Grasp the edge of the package substrate. Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your bottom-left side. Aim at the socket and place the package carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion.

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D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically.

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Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed.

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2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler

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•Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the motherboard and processor socket.

•Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.

•To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.

•DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.

•Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket.

•The following illustration shows how to install CPU fan.

A. Apply some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.

B. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector.

C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.

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2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules

	•	This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support
		two 204-pin DDR3 1600/1333 MHz.
	•	Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until
		you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only
		by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear
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	•	You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. Total memory
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		capacity is 16 GB.
	•	Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
		Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it fits
		in place. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector
		match the notches in the DIMM slot.

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2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards

The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.

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PCIE1~2 Slots The mini PCIe1 (full-card) supports SATA signal, USB signal and PCIe signal for extending usage of mSATA card and TV tuner card, and mini PCIe2 (half-card) supports extension cards with PCIe signal and USB signal.

Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation.

Follow these instructions to install a mSATA card or TV tuner card:

1Insert a Mini SATA (mSATA) card or TV tuner card into the PCIE1 Slot.

2Lower the handle and tighten the screws.

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Follow these instructions to install a wireless card:

	1	Remove a blanking plate from the system case, and insert the wireless
		card into the PCIE2 slot rightwards, then tighten the screw (Please refer
		to Picture 1).
	2	Press the metal connector of the cable into the connector on the wireless
		card. Ensure that the metal connector is correctly seated (Please refer to	2
		Picture 2).
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	3	Make the other end of the cable (with a gold screw) through the upper hole

of the bracket, and tighten the antenna on to the gold screw after installing a metal gasket on the screw (Please refer to Picture 3).

PCIE2

Picture 1

Picture 2

Picture 3

* For reference only

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2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices

Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices:

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No.	Components	No.	Components
1	SATA1~2	8	DMIC
2	CIR	9	F_AUDIO
3	LVDS	10	ME_UNLOCK
4	MON_SW	11	CASE
5	DISP_BRT	12	USB_TP
6	USB_CR_CAM	13	USB3F
7	F_USB	--	--

1. SATA1~2: Serial ATA III connectors

SATA1~2 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6Gb/s device. Simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.

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2. CIR: Consumer infrared header

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3. LVDS: LVDS connector (For All-In-One Specification)

1. You can connect the large end of the cable to the LED Panel, and connect the other small end to the slot on the motherboard.

2.Due to the chipset limitation, using dual displays LVDS(AIO) + VGA or LVDS(AIO) + HDMI will cause the problem that you may not enter BIOS setup or have the display problem.

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