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GA-H61N-USB3
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-H61NUB3-1001R
Motherboard
GA-H61N-USB3
Jul. 15, 2011
Jul. 15, 2011
Motherboard
GA-H61N-USB3
Copyright
© 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners.
Disclaimer
Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.
Changes to the specications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without
prior notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or
published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.
Documentation Classications
In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations:
For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual.
For product-related information, check on our website at:
http://www.gigabyte.com.
Identifying Your Motherboard Revision
The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0"
means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating
motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:
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Table of Contents
Box Contents ...................................................................................................................6
Optional Items .................................................................................................................6
GA-H61N-USB3 Motherboard Layout .............................................................................7
GA-H61N-USB3 Motherboard Block Diagram .................................................................8
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 9
1-2 Product Specications .................................................................................... 10
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............................................................... 13
1-3-1 Installing the CPU ...................................................................................................13
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler .......................................................................................15
1-4 Installing the Memory ..................................................................................... 16
1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Conguration .....................................................................16
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ...............................................................................................17
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 18
1-6 Back Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 19
1-7 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 21
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................29
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 30
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 31
2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) ........................................................................ 33
2-4 Standard CMOS Features .............................................................................. 41
2-5 Advanced BIOS Features .............................................................................. 43
2-6 Integrated Peripherals .................................................................................... 45
2-7 Power Management Setup ............................................................................. 47
2-8 PC Health Status ............................................................................................ 49
2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults .................................................................................. 50
2-10 Load Optimized Defaults ................................................................................ 50
2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password ...................................................................... 51
2-12 Save & Exit Setup .......................................................................................... 52
2-13 Exit Without Saving ........................................................................................ 52
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation ........................................................................................53
3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers ............................................................................... 53
3-2 Application Software ...................................................................................... 54
3-3 Technical Manuals .......................................................................................... 54
3-4 Contact ........................................................................................................... 55
3-5 System ........................................................................................................... 55
3-6 Download Center ........................................................................................... 56
3-7 New Utilities ................................................................................................... 56
Chapter 4 Unique Features ...........................................................................................57
4-1 Xpress Recovery2 .......................................................................................... 57
4-2 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 60
4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility .............................................................60
4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............................................................63
4-3 EasyTune 6 .................................................................................................... 64
4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver
™
2 .............................................................................. 65
4-5 Q-Share .......................................................................................................... 67
4-6 Smart 6
™
....................................................................................................... 68
4-7 Auto Green ..................................................................................................... 72
4-8 Cloud OC ....................................................................................................... 73
Chapter 5 Appendix ......................................................................................................75
5-1 Conguring Audio Input and Output ............................................................... 75
5-1-1 Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio ...................................................................75
5-1-2 Conguring S/PDIF Out ..........................................................................................78
5-1-3 Conguring Microphone Recording ........................................................................79
5-1-4 Using the Sound Recorder .....................................................................................81
5-2 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 82
5-2-1 Frequently Asked Questions ..................................................................................82
5-2-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ....................................................................................83
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Box Contents
GA-H61N-USB3 motherboard
Motherboard driver disk
User's Manual
Quick Installation Guide
Two SATA cables
I/O Shield
Optional Items
2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-5*R)
2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R)
The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. •
The box contents are subject to change without notice.
The motherboard image is for reference only. •
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GA-H61N-USB3 Motherboard Layout
(Note 1) The LAN chip is located on the back of the motherboard.
(Note 2) The BIOS ash ROM is located below the latch on the PCIEX16 slot.
R_SPDIF
VGA_DVI
CPU_FAN
LGA1155
ATX
GA-H61N-USB3
F_AUDIO
M_BIOS
PCIEX16
DDR3_1
DDR3_2
BAT
ATX_12V
Intel
®
H61
USB_HDMI
USB_ESATA
CODEC
TPM
SATA2_1
Fresco
FL1009
iTE IT8728
CLR_CMOS
F_PANEL
F_USB2
F_USB1
SYS_FAN
SPDIF_O
PHASE LED
SATA2_0
B_BIOS
(Note 2)
Realtek
RTL8111E
(Note 1)
AUDIO
USB30_LAN
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GA-H61N-USB3 Motherboard Block Diagram
LGA1155
CPU
PCI Express Bus
CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)
PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)
DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz
Dual Channel Memory
1 PCI Express x16
x16
DMI Interface
FDI Interface
PCI Express Bus
2 USB 3.0/2.0
Fresco
FL1009
LAN
RJ45
Realtek
RTL8111E
8 USB 2.0/1.1
3 SATA 3Gb/s
Dual BIOS
D-Sub
iTE
IT8728
LPC
Bus
HDMI
x1 x1
DVI-D
Line Out (Front Speaker Out)
MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out)
Line In (Rear Speaker Out)
CODEC
S/PDIF Out
Intel
®
H61
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1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can
become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read
the user's manual and follow these procedures:
Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or •
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before •
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, •
make sure they are connected tightly and securely.
When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. •
It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com- •
ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keep your hands dry and rst touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an •
electrostatic shielding container.
Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power sup- •
ply has been turned off.
Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to •
the local voltage standard.
Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hard- •
ware components are connected.
To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the •
motherboard circuit or its components.
Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or •
within the computer casing.
Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface •
.
Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. •
Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to sys- •
tem components as well as physical harm to the user.
If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the •
product, please consult a certied computer technician.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
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1-2 Product Specications
CPU Support for an Intel
®
Core
™
i7 series processor/Intel
®
Core
™
i5 series processor/
Intel
®
Core
™
i3 series processor/Intel
®
Pentium
®
processors/Intel
®
Celeron
®
processors in the LGA1155 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel
®
H61 Express Chipset
Memory 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory
* Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB.
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules
Support for non-ECC memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Onboard
Graphics
Integrated in the Chipset:
- 1 x D-Sub port
- 1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
* The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
- 1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
Audio Realtek ALC889 codec
High Denition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
* To congure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module
and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN 1 x Realtek RTL8111E chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16
(The PCIEX16 slot conforms to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2_0, SATA2_1) supporting up to 2 SATA
3Gb/s devices
- 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s connector on the back panel supporting up to 1 SATA
3Gb/s device
USB Chipset:
- Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets
connected to the internal USB headers)
Fresco FL1009 chip:
- Up to 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel
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Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x system fan header
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
1 x clearing CMOS jumper
Back Panel
Connectors
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
1 x coaxial S/PDIF Out connector
1 x D-Sub port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x HDMI port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
1 x eSATA 3Gb/s connector
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
I/O Controller iTE IT8728 chip
Hardware
Monitor
System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU fan speed control
* Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU
cooler you install.
BIOS 2 x 32 Mbit ash
Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
Support for DualBIOS
™
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b
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Unique Features Support for @BIOS
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue
Support for Download Center
Support for Xpress Install
Support for Xpress Recovery2
Support for EasyTune
* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
Support for Dynamic Energy Saver
™
2
Support for Smart 6
™
Support for Auto Green
Support for ON/OFF Charge
Support for 3TB+ Unlock
Support for Cloud OC
Support for Q-Share
Bundled
Software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Operating
System
Support for Microsoft
®
Windows 7/Vista/XP
Form Factor Mini-ITX Form Factor; 17.0cm x 17.0cm
* GIGABY TE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specications and product-related in formation
without prior notice.
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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
NotchNotch
Alignment Key
Alignment Key
LGA1155 CPU
LGA1155 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. •
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing •
the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may •
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU. •
Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- •
age of the CPU may occur.
Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specications. It is not recommended •
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specications since it does not meet the
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications, please do so according to your hardware specications including the CPU, graph-
ics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
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Step 1:
Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down
and away from the socket with your nger. Then
completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal
load plate will be lifted as well.
Step 3:
Hold the CPU with your thumb and index ngers.
Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the
pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may
align the CPU notches with the socket alignment
keys) and gently insert the CPU into position.
Step 5:
Push the CPU socket lever back into its locked
position.
Step 4:
Onc e the CPU is properly inser ted, use one
hand to hold the socket lever and use the other
to lightly replace the load plate. When replacing
the load plate, make sure the front end of the
load plate is under the shoulder screw.
B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from
the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
NOTE:
Hold the CPU socket lever by the handle, not the
lever base portion.
Step 2:
Remove the CPU socket cover as shown. Hold
your index finger down on the rear grip of the
socket cover and use your thumb to lift up the
front edge (next to the "REMOVE" mark) and
then remove the cover. (DO NOT touch socket
contacts. To protect the CPU socket, always re-
place the protective socket cover when the CPU
is not installed.)
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1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses
Intel
®
boxed cooler as the example cooler.)
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease
on the surface of the installed CPU.
Male Push
Pin
Female
Push Pin
The Top
of Female
Push Pin
Direction of the
Arrow Sign on
the Male Push
Pin
Step 2:
Before installing the cooler, note the direction of
the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turn-
ing the push pin along the direction of arrow is to
remove the cooler, on the contrary, is to install.)
Step 3:
Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four
push pins through the pin holes on the mother-
board. Push down on the push pins diagonally.
Step 4:
You should hear a "click" when pushing down
each push pin. Check that the Male and Female
push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU
cooler installation manual for instructions on
installing the cooler.)
Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the
CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage
the CPU.
Step 5:
After the installation, check the back of the moth-
erboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture
above shows, the installation is complete.
Step 6:
Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the
motherboard.
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1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Conguration
This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the
memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specications and capacity of the memory. En-
abling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as
following:
Channel A: DDR3_1
Channel B: DDR3_2
1-4 Installing the Memory
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the •
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing •
the memory to prevent hardware damage.
Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direc- •
tion. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
DDR3_1
DDR3_2
Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of
the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.
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1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Notch
DDR3 DIMM
A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only t in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly
install your memory modules in the memory sockets.
Step 1:
Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining
clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module
on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your n-
gers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and
insert it vertically into the memory socket.
Step 2:
The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the
memory module is securely inserted.
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module.
DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install
DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came •
with your expansion card.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing •
an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.
2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your
expansion card(s).
7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.
Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:
PCI Express x16 Slot
Installing a Graphics Card: •
Gently push down on the top edge of the card until
it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make
sure the card is securely seated in the slot and
does not rock.
Removing the Card:•
Press the white latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and
then pull the card straight up from the slot.
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1-6 Back Panel Connectors
After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to HDMI. (The
item name may differ depending on your operating system. Refer to the screenshot below.)
In Windows 7, select Start>Control Panel>Hardware
and Sound>Sound>Playback, set Intel(R) Display Au-
dio to the default playback device.
Optical S/PDIF Out Connector
This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital optical audio.
Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector.
Coaxial S/PDIF Out Connector
This connector provides digital audio out to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio.
Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector.
D-Sub Port
The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection
to this port.
DVI-D Port
(Note)
The DVI-D port conforms to the DVI-D specication and supports a maximum resolution of 1920x1200
(the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used). Connect a monitor that supports
DVI-D connection to this port..
USB 2.0/1.1 Port
The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/
mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc.
HDMI Port
HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface) is an all-digital audio/video interface capable of transmitting un-
compressed audio/video signals. The HDMI port is HDCP compliant and supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD
Master Audio formats. You can use this port to connect your HDMI-supported audio/video device. The maxi-
mum supported resolution is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor
being used.
(Note) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter.
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Dual Monitor Congurations for the Onboard Graphics:
This motherboard provides three video output ports: D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI
Dual monitor congurations are supported in operating system environment only, but not during the BIOS
Setup or POST process.
eSATA 3Gb/s Port
The eSATA 3Gb/s port conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and is compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s stan-
dard. Use the port to connect an external SATA device.
RJ-45 LAN Port
The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
USB 3.0/2.0 Port
The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specication and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specication.
Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB ash drive and etc.
Line In Jack (Blue)
The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.
Line Out Jack (Green)
The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be
used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio conguration.
Mic In Jack (Pink)
The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.
When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, rst remove the cable from •
your device and then remove it from the motherboard.
When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to •
prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
Activity LED:Connection/Speed LED:
Activity LED
Connection/
Speed LED
LAN Port
State Description
Orange 1 Gb ps data rate
Green 100 Mb ps data rate
Off 10 Mbps dat a rate
State Description
Blinking Data tra nsmission or re ceiving is oc curring
Off No data tr ansmission o r receiving is oc curring
To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable
the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver. Refer to the instructions on setting up a
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio conguration in Chapter 5, "Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."
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1-7 Internal Connectors
Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:
First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •
Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the •
power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has •
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.
4
3
1
2
12
10
5
68
7
9
13
1) ATX_12V
2) ATX
3) CPU_FAN
4) SYS_FAN
5) SATA2_0/1
6) F_PANEL
7) F_AUDIO
8) F_USB1/F_USB2
9) SPDIF_O
10) TPM
11) BAT
12) CLR_CMOS
13) PHASE LED
11
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13
1
24
12
ATX
ATX:
1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)
With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the
components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, rst make sure the power
supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof
design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V
power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the
computer will not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand
high power consumption be used (200W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not
provide the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.
ATX_12V
4
2
3
1
ATX_12V:
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 GND
3 +12V
4 +12V
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1 3.3V 13 3.3V
2 3.3V 14 -12V
3 GND 15 GND
4 +5V 16 PS_ON (soft On/Off)
5 GND 17 GND
6 +5V 18 GND
7 GND 19 GND
8 Power Good 20 -5V
9 5VSB (stand by +5V) 21 +5V
10 +12V 22 +5V
11 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 23 +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
12 3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 24 GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
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3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers)
The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 3-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN).
Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect
it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU
fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat
dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from over- •
heating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
These fan headers are not conguration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the •
headers.
CPU_FAN
1
CPU_FAN:
1
SYS_FAN
SYS_FAN:
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V / Speed Control
3 Sense
4 Speed Control
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 +12V
3 Sense
5) SATA2_0/1 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)
The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.
Please connect the L-shaped end of
th e SATA cabl e to your SATA h ar d
drive.
Pin No. Denition
1 GND
2 TXP
3 TXN
4 GND
5 RXN
6 RXP
7 GND
1
7
SATA2_0 SATA2_1
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6) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)
Connect the power switch, reset switch, and system status indicator on the chassis to this header ac-
cording to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
PW • (Power Switch, Red):
Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may congure the way to turn off your
system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for
more information).
HD • (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue)
Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive
is reading or writing data.
RES • (Reset Switch, Green):
Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer
if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
NC • (Purple):
No connection.
MSG • (Message/Sleep LED, Yellow):
Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED
is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the sys-
tem is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep
state or powered off (S5).
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power
switch, reset switch, hard drive activity LED and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel
module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched
correctly.
10
9
2
1
RES-
HD+
RES+
HD-
PW+
MSG+
PW-
MSG-
NC
Ha rd D riv e
Activity LED
Re se t
Switch
Message/Sleep
LED
Pow er
Switch
System Status LED
S0 On
S1 Blinking
S3/S4/S5 Off
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7) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)
The front panel audio header supports Intel High Denition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect
your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module con-
nector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module
connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.
For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:
The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 •
front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functionality via
the audio software in Chapter 5, "Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."
Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultane- •
ously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel
audio module), refer to Chapter 5, "Conguring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio."
Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire •
instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that
has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.
8) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers)
The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specication. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.
Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •
Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power •
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.
When the system is in S4/S5 mode, only the USB ports routed to the F_USB1 header can sup-
port the ON/OFF Charge function.
Pin No. Denition
1 MIC
2 GND
3 MIC Power
4 NC
5 Line Out (R)
6 NC
7 NC
8 No Pin
9 Line Out (L)
10 NC
Pin No. Denition
1
MIC2_L
2 GND
3 MIC2_R
4 -ACZ_DET
5 LINE2_R
6
GND
7 FAUDIO_JD
8 No Pin
9 LINE2_L
10 GND
Pin No. Denition
1 Power (5V)
2 Power (5V)
3 USB DX-
4 USB DY-
5 USB DX+
6 USB DY+
7 GND
8 GND
9 No Pin
10 NC
1
2
9
10
10
9
2
1
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9) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header)
This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expan-
sion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards
and sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable
for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI
display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For
information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expan-
sion card.
Pin No. Denition
1 SPDIFO
2 GND
1
10) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header)
You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header.
Pin No. Denition Pin No. Denition
1 LCLK 11 LAD0
2 GND 12 GND
3 LFRAME 13 NC
4 No Pin 14 ID
5 LRESET 15 SB3V
6 NC 16 SERIRQ
7 LAD3 17 GND
8 LAD2 18 NC
9 VCC3 19 NC
10 LAD1 20 SUSCLK
1
2
19
20
F_AUDIO(H)
DB_PORT
F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL
(H61M-D2)
Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC)
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
1 2 3
DIP
123
1
1
1
1
BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC)
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
M_SATA
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12) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper)
Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS congurations) and reset
the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on the two pins to
temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few
seconds.
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clear- •
ing the CMOS values.
After clearing the CMOS values and before turning on your computer, be sure to remove the •
jumper cap from the jumper. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard.
After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select • Load Optimized De-
faults) or manually congure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS
congurations).
Open: Normal
Short: Clear CMOS Values
11) BAT (Battery)
The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS congurations, date, and time information)
in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a
low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.
You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.
(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative
terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)
3. Replace the battery.
4. Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.
Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. •
Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with •
an incorrect model.
Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by your- •
self or uncertain about the battery model.
When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) •
of the battery (the positive side should face up).
Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations. •
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