Intel DH61KVCH User Manual

Electronic Emission Notices

WARNING!

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of 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 instructions
contained in this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio and television 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 INTO AN OUTLET ON A CIRCUIT DIFFERENT FROM
THAT OF THE RECEIVER

- CONSULT THE DEALER OR AN EXPERIENCED AUDIO/TELEVISION TECHNICIAN

NOTE:

Connecting this device to peripheral devices that do not comply with Class B requirements, or
using an unshielded peripheral data cable, could also result in harmful interference to radio or
television reception.

The user is cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

To ensure that the use of this product does not contribute to interference, it is necessary to use
shielded I/O cables.

Copyright

This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be copied or
reproduced by any means.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, no responsibility for
errors or omissions is assumed. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the
use of the information contained herein.

Trademarks

All brand names, logos and registered trademarks mentioned are property of their respective
owners.

CAUTION:

Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries should be recycled

where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in accordance with local environmental
regulations.

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Intel Desktop Board DH61KVCH

Table of Contents

Motherboard Specications ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Motherboard Layout--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
Hardware Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8

Safety Instructions-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Preparing the Motherboard -------------------------------------------------------------------------------9

Installing the CPU --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
Installing the CPU Fan --------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Installing Memory Modules --------------------------------------------------------------------------10

Installing the Motherboard --------------------------------------------------------------------------------11

Installing the I/O Shield -------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis ----------------------------------------------------- 11

Connecting Cables and Setting Switches -------------------------------------------------------------12

24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1 ----------------------------------------------------------------13
4-pin ATX_12V power connector-PW2 -----------------------------------------------------------13
COM Header-CN4 (Optional) -----------------------------------------------------------------------14
Front Panel Header-FP1 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------14
USB Headers-FP_U1~FP_U2 ----------------------------------------------------------------------15
Front Pannel Audio Header-FP_S1 ---------------------------------------------------------------15
Speaker Header-SPEAKER -------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors (SATA1/2/5) -----------------------------------------------------16
Fan Connectors-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Expansion Slots ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Jumper Settings ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17

Conguring the BIOS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18

Enter BIOS Setup -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Main Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Advanced Menu----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19

X-Setting --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
Storage Conguration ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------19
H/W Monitor ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19

CPU Conguration -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
USB Conguration -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Super IO Conguration -------------------------------------------------------------------------------21

ACPI Settings -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21

Chipset Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21

Display Conguration ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------21
OnBoard Device Cong ------------------------------------------------------------------------------21

Boot Menu -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------22

Boot Settings Conguration -------------------------------------------------------------------------22

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Security Menu ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23

Administrator Password ------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
User Password ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23

Exit Menu ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24

Save Changes and Exit-------------------------------------------------------------------------------24
Discard Changes and Exit ---------------------------------------------------------------------------24

Save Changes and Reset ----------------------------------------------------------------------------24
Discard Changes and Reset ------------------------------------------------------------------------24
Save Changes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24
Discard Changes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25
Restore Defaults----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25
Save as User Defaults --------------------------------------------------------------------------------25
Restore User Defaults --------------------------------------------------------------------------------25
Launch EFI Shell from lesystem device --------------------------------------------------------25

Flash Update Procedure ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------25

Installing Drivers and Software ----------------------------------------------------------------------------26

Drivers Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------26
Realtek HD Audio Driver Setup -------------------------------------------------------------------------34
Getting Started ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------34
Sound Effect ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------34
Mixer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------36
Audio I/O --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------38
Microphone -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------42
3D Audio Demo -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------43
Information -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------43

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Intel Desktop Board DH61KVCH

Motherboard Specications

q Chipset

v Intel® H61 Chipset

q Size

v MATX form factor of 9.6 inch X 7.04 inch

q Microprocessor support

v Supports LGA 1155 Socket for 2nd Generation Intel® Core i3/i5/i7 and Pentium processors

q Operating systems

v Supports Windows XP 32bit/64bit, Windows Vista 32bit/64bit and Windows 7 32bit/64bit

q System Memory

v Supports 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB and 8 GB DDR3 DRAM devices

v Supports Dual Channel DDR3 1066 and 1333 MT/s

v Maximum memory size: 16 GB

q USB 2.0 ports

v Supports hot plug and play

v Eight USB 2.0 ports (four ports on the back panel, four via the USB brackets connected

to the internal USB headers)

v Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate

q Onboard Serial ATA ports

v Independent DMA operation on three ports

v Three SATAII ports(3.0 Gb/s)

q eSATA Port

v One eSATA port on backpanel

v Supports hot plug and play

v Provide a link for 3.0 Gb/s data speed

q Onboard LAN

v Support Full Duplex ow control (IEEE802.3x)

v 10/100/1000 BASE-T IEEE 802.3 compliant

v Wake On LAN (WOL) power management support

q Audio

v 6 channel High Denition Audio

v All DACs support 192k/96k/48k/44.1kHz sample rate

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Motherboard Specications

q Green Function

v Support SMM, APM, ACPI

v Suspend to DRAM supported (STR)

v AC power failure recovery

q Onboard Graphics Features

v Integrated GPU contains a refresh of the sixth generation graphics core

v DX10.1 and OpenGL 3.0 are supported

v 3D Graphics Rendering Enhancements

v VGA and DVI ports output support

v Support resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz for DVI

q PCI Express Interface

v Supports PCI Express 2.0

v Wake up function is supported

v Clock spread spectrum capability

q Expansion slots

v One PCI Express x16 slot

v One PCI Express x1 slot

v Two PCI slots

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SATA5

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Chipset

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DDRIII1

DDRIII2

U_KB1

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ESATA

USB

CN4

PW1

JP1

SPEA KER

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PW2

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SATA2

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Motherboard Layout

Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors.

Figure 1. Board Layout

1.

2. Speaker Header-SPEAKER

3. Chipset

4. Clear CMOS Jumper-JP1

5. Front Panel Header-FP1

6. Serial-ATA Connectors (SATA1/2/5)

7. USB Headers (FP_U1~FP_U2)

8. COM Header_CN4

9. PCI Slots-PCI1~2

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24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1

Figure 1

10. Front Pannel Audio Header-FP_S1

11. PCI Express x1 Slot-PCIEX1

12. SYS Fan Connector-S-FAN1

13. PCI Express x16 Slot-PCIEX16

14. Backpanel Connectors

15. 4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector-PW2

16. CPU Socket

17. CPU Fan Connector_CPUFAN

18. DDRIII DIMM Sockets-DDRIII1~2

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Figure 2. Backpanel connectors

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1. PS/2 Keyboard Port 2. USB 2.0 Ports

3. DVI Port 4. eSATA Port

5. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel

Blue Line-In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Mic I n Mic In Center/Subwoofer

Rear panel

6. LAN port LED indicators

Speed LED Activity LED

7. VGA Port

Speed LED

Status Description

Off Speed: 10 Mbps

Green Speed: 100 Mbps

Orange Speed: 1000 Mbps

Activity LED

Status Descritption

Off No link

Orange Linked

Blinking Data activity

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Intel Desktop Board DH61KVCH

Hardware Installation

This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this

section are:

q Preparing the motherboard

v Installing the CPU

v Installing the CPU fan

v Installing Memory DIMMs

q Installing the motherboard

q Connecting cables and setting switches

Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions.

Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before

removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis.

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Hardware Installation

Preparing the Motherboard

The motherboard shipped in the box does not contain a CPU or memory module. You need to

purchase them to complete this installation.

Installing the CPU

Be very careful when handling the CPU. Make sure not to bend or break any pins on the back.

Hold the processor only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the processor.

The following illustration shows CPU installtaion components

1. Unhook the socket lever by pushing down

and away from the socket.

2. Lift the socket lever and the load plate to

fully open position.

3. Use your thumb and forenger to lift the cap

up vertically.

● Be careful not to touch the socket contacts.

4. Hold the processor with your thumb and

forenger. Insert the processor into the socket

vertically.

● Align the CPU pin 1 mark with the pin 1

corner of the CPU socket.

5. Make sure the CPU is fully seated, and then

replace the load plate.

● Be sure that the front end of the load

plate is under the shoulder screw.

6. Secure the load lever to its locked location.

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Installing the CPU Fan

There are many different fan types that can be used with this motherboard. Follow the instruction

that came with your fan assembly. Be sure that the fan orientation is correct for your chassis type

and your fan assembly.

Installing Memory Modules

Your new motherboard has two 1.5V 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory. These slots support 1

GB/2 GB/4 GB/8 GB DDR3 devices. There must be at least one memory bank populated to

ensure normal operation.

DDRIII1

DDRIII2

Refer to the following procedure to install memory modules into the slots on the motherboard.

Note that there is only one gap near the center of the DIMM slot. This slot matches the slot on

the memory DIMM to ensure the component is installed properly.

1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips outward.

2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into the DIMM

slot. The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the

connector.

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Hardware Installation

Installing the Motherboard

The sequence of installing the motherboard into the chassis depends on the chassis you are

using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty chassis. Deter-

mine if it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the mother-

board and then make all the connections. It is normally easier to secure the motherboard rst.

Use the following procedure to install the I/O shield and secure the motherboard into the chassis.

Note: Be sure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the chassis covers

to lock into place and for the expansion cards. Also make sure the CPU Fan assem

-bly is aligned with the vents on the covers.

Installing the I/O Shield

The motherboard kit comes with an I/O shield that is used to block radio frequency transmis-

sions, protects internal components from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airow

within the chassis.

Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of the chassis. Press the

I/O shield into place and make sure it ts securely. If the I/O shield does not t into the chassis,

you would need to obtain the proper size from the chassis supplier.

Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis

Most computer chassis have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the motherboard

to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are studs that do not

align with a mounting hole on the motherboard, it is recommended that you remove that stud

to prevent the possibility of a short circuit. In most cases, it is recommended to secure the

motherboard with spacers.

1. Carefully place the motherboard onto the studs/spacers located inside the chassis.

2. Align the mounting holes with the studs/spacers.

3. Align the connectors to the I/O shield.

4. Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to the fan assembly

instruction.

5. Secure the motherboard with screws.

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Connecting Cables and Setting Switches

This section takes you through all the connectors and switch settings necessary on the mother-

board. This will include:
q Power Connectors
v 24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1

v 4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector-PW2
q Internal Headers/Connectors
v COM Header-CN4 (Optional)
v Front Panel Header-FP1
v USB Headers (FP_U1/2)
v Front Pannel Audio Header-FP_S1
v Speaker Header-SPEAKER
q Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors (SATA1/2/5)
q Fan Connectors
q Expansion Slots
q CMOS Jumper Settings

See Figure 1 to locate the connectors and jumpers referenced in the following procedure.

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24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1

PW1 is the main power supply connector. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are

properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the power supply cable into

the connector and make sure it is secure.

PW2

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PW1-Pin Denition

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 GND 15 GND

PW1

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4 +5V 16 PS_ON

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5 GND 17 GND

6 +5V 18 GND

7 GND 19 GND

8 PWROK 20 -5V

9 +5V_AUX 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

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11 +12V 23 +5V

12 +3.3V 24 GND

4-pin ATX_12V power connector-PW2

PW2, the 4-pin ATX 12V power connector, is used to provide power to the CPU. Align the pins to

the connector and press rmly until seated.

PW2-Pin Denition

Pin Signal

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

4 +12V

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CN4 - Pin Denition

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 DCD 2 RXD

3 TXD 4 DTR

5 GND 6 DSR

7 RTS 8 CTS

9 RI 10 NC

Front Panel Header-FP1

The front panel header on this motherboard is

one connector used to connect the following four

cables :

FP1-Pin Denition

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 HDD_LED+ 2 PW_LED+

3 HDD_LED- 4 PW_LED-

5 GND 6 PWR_SW

7 RESET 8 GND

9 NC 10 KEY

CN4

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FP1

q PWRLED

Attach the front panel power LED cable to these two pins of the connector. The Power LED

indicates the system’s status.

q PWR SW

Attach the power button cable from the case to these two pins. Pressing the power button

on the front panel turns the system on and off rather than using the power supply button.

q HDD LED

q RST SW

Attach the hard disk drive indicator LED cable to these two pins. The HDD indicator LED

indicates the activity status of the hard disks.

Attach the Reset switch cable from the front panel of the case to these two pins. The system

restarts when the RESET switch is pressed.

Note: Some chassis do not have all four cables. Be sure to match the name on the

connectors to the corresponding pins.

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