H61M-E
Contents
Safety information...................................................................................................... vi
About this guide........................................................................................................ vii
H61M-E specifications summary.............................................................................. ix
Package contents....................................................................................................... xi
Chapter 1:
Product introduction
1.1
Special features............................................................................................1-1
1.1.1
1.1.2
Product highlights ...........................................................................1-1
ASUS Exclusive Features...............................................................1-2
1.2
1.3
Before you proceed......................................................................................1-4
Motherboard overview .................................................................................1-5
1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3
1.3.4
Placement direction ........................................................................1-5
Screw holes ....................................................................................1-5
Motherboard layout.........................................................................1-6
Layout contents...............................................................................1-7
1.4
1.5
Central Processing Unit (CPU)....................................................................1-7
1.4.1
1.4.2
CPU installation ..............................................................................1-8
CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation.................................1-10
System memory..........................................................................................1-12
1.5.1
1.5.2
1.5.3
Overview.......................................................................................1-12
Memory configurations..................................................................1-13
Installing a DIMM ..........................................................................1-16
1.6
Expansion slots..........................................................................................1-17
1.6.1
1.6.2
1.6.3
1.6.4
Installing an expansion card .........................................................1-17
Configuring an expansion card .....................................................1-17
PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot.................................................................1-17
PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot.........................................................1-17
1.7
1.8
Jumpers.......................................................................................................1-19
Connectors..................................................................................................1-21
1.8.1
1.8.2
Rear panel ports ...........................................................................1-21
Internal connectors .......................................................................1-22
1.9
Software support........................................................................................1-27
1.9.1
1.9.2
Installing an operating system ......................................................1-27
Support DVD information..............................................................1-27
Chapter 2:
2.1
BIOS information
Managing and updating your BIOS.............................................................2-1
2.1.1
2.1.2
ASUS Update utility ........................................................................2-1
ASUS EZ Flash 2............................................................................2-2
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2.1.3
2.1.4
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ......................................................2-3
ASUS BIOS Updater.......................................................................2-4
2.2
2.3
BIOS setup program.....................................................................................2-6
Main menu...................................................................................................2-10
2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.3.4
System Language [English] ..........................................................2-10
System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx].......................................................2-10
System Time [xx:xx:xx] .................................................................2-10
Security.........................................................................................2-10
2.4
Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................................2-12
2.4.1
2.4.2
2.4.3
2.4.4
2.4.5
CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto]........................2-12
Memory Frequency [Auto].............................................................2-13
iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto] ........................................................2-13
DRAM Timing Control ...................................................................2-13
CPU Power Management .............................................................2-13
2.5
Advanced menu..........................................................................................2-15
2.5.1
2.5.2
2.5.3
2.5.4
2.5.5
2.5.6
2.5.7
2.5.8
CPU Configuration........................................................................2-15
PCH Configuration........................................................................2-17
SATA Configuration.......................................................................2-18
System Agent Configuration .........................................................2-18
USB Configuration ........................................................................2-19
Onboard Devices Configuration....................................................2-20
APM ..............................................................................................2-20
Network Stack...............................................................................2-21
2.6
Monitor menu..............................................................................................2-22
2.6.1
2.6.2
2.6.3
2.6.4
2.6.5
2.6.6
CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]......................2-22
CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] ............2-22
CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage ..................2-23
CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] ......................................................2-23
Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] .................................................2-23
Anti Surge Support [Enabled] .......................................................2-24
2.7
Boot menu...................................................................................................2-25
2.7.1
2.7.2
2.7.3
2.7.4
2.7.5
2.7.6
2.7.7
Fast Boot [Enabled] ......................................................................2-26
Full Screen Logo [Enabled]...........................................................2-26
Bootup NumLock State [On] .........................................................2-27
Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled].......................................................2-27
Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]...........................................2-27
Setup Mode [EZ Mode].................................................................2-27
CSM (Compatibility Support Module)............................................2-27
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2.7.8
2.7.9
2.7.10
Security Boot.................................................................................2-28
Boot Option Priorities....................................................................2-31
Boot Override................................................................................2-31
2.8
2.9
Tools menu..................................................................................................2-32
2.8.1
2.8.2
2.8.3
ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility................................................................2-32
ASUS SPD Information.................................................................2-32
ASUS O.C. Profile.........................................................................2-32
Exit menu ....................................................................................................2-33
Appendices
Notices ..................................................................................................................... A-1
ASUS contact information...................................................................................... A-3
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Safety information
Electrical safety
•
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical 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 fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
•
•
•
•
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
•
•
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
•
Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports.
•
Chapter 2: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1.
2.
ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to
complete a task
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task..
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Typography
Bold text
Italics
Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key>
Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
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H61M-E specifications summary
CPU
LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 /
Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors
Supports Intel 22nm/32nm CPU
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
*
The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU
types.
Chipset
Memory
Intel® H61 Express Chipset
2 x DIMMs, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) /
1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Dual-channel memory architecture
*
DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is supported by Intel®
3rd generation processors.
List).
***When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows®
32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. We
recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a
Windows® 32-bit operating system.
Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slot with latch
2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots
*
PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™
processors.
Graphics
Storage
Supports D-Sub with max. resolution of 2048 x 1536 @75Hz
Max. UMA Memory: 1024MB
Intel® H61 Express Chipset:
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4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
Realtek® 8111F PCIe Gigabit LAN controller
LAN
Audio
Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC
*
Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an
8-channel audio output.
USB
10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel)
ASUS unique
features
ASUS Anti-Surge Protection
ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring friendly graphics user interface
ASUS AI Suite II
ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for
top network program in use
ASUS Ai Charger
ASUS WebStorage
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS MyLogo 2™
*
The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows®
XP/Vista operating systems.
Other features
100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors
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Rear panel ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse port (green)
1 x D-Sub port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
3 x Audio jacks
Internal connectors/
jumpers
3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
1 x 4-pin CPU fan connector
1 x 4-pin chassis fan connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x Speaker connector
1 x 24-pin EATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
BIOS features
64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM
BIOS v2.7, SLP 3.0, EUP-ready, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash
2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut
function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory
information
Manageability
Support DVD
WOL, PXE, PME Wake Up
Drivers
ASUS utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor
MicroATX form factor: 8.9 in x 6.9 in (22.6 cm x 17.5 cm)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
17.5cm(6.9in)
KBMS
CPU_FAN
RT
8876
ATX12V
USB34
LAN_USB12
AUDIO
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
CHA_FAN
2
PCIEX16
H61M-E
RTL
8111F
PCIEX1_1
Intel®
H61
Super
I/O
PCIEX1_2
ALC
887
USBPW5-10
F_PANEL
USB56 USB78
USB910
SB_PWR
CLRTC
64Mb
BIOS
AAFP
SPEAKER
2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s
cables
ASUS H61M-E motherboard
User Guide
1 x I/O Shield
User Guide
Support DVD
•
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
•
The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary
with different models.
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Product introduction
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1.1
Special features
Product highlights
1.1.1
LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3
/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors
This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium®/
Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package, with iGPU, memory, and PCI Express
controllers integrated to support onboard graphics out with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel
(2 DIMMs) DDR3 memory, and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics
performance. Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors
are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.
Intel® H61 Express Chipset
The Intel® H61 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to support the new 1155
socket Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron®
processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, which
allows increased bandwidth and stability.
Dual-Channel DDR3 2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 /
1333 / 1066 MHz support
The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2200 (O.C.)/
2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher
bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The
dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost
system performance.
*
DDR3 1600 MHz and higher memory frequency is supported by Intel® 3rd generation processors.
** Due to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2400/2133/1866/1333/1066 memory modules runs at DDR3
2200/2100/1800/1300/1000 MHz frequencies.
PCI Express® 3.0
PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the latest PCI Express bus standard with improved encoding
schemes that provide twice the performance of the current PCIe 2.0. The total bandwidth
for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32Gb/s, double the 16 Gb/s of PCIe 2.0 (in x16 mode).
As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users an unprecendented data speeds, combined with the
convenience and seamless transition offerred by complete backward compatibility with PCIe
1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. PCIe 3.0 will become a must-have feature for users who wish to
improve and optimize graphic performance, as well as have the latest technology available to
them.
* PCI 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors.
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8-channel high definition audio
The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia)
CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output and jack-detect feature that
automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio
I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, which means there will be no more
confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks.
*
Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output.
Gigabit LAN solution
The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. It is enhanced with an
ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating
systems.
100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors
This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved
lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.
1.1.2
ASUS Exclusive Features
ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode)
ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive
graphical BIOS interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls,
providing you with more flexibility, convenience, and easy to navigate EFI BIOS than the
traditional BIOS versions. It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard
drives larger than 2.2 TB.
ASUS UEFI BIOS includes the following new features:
•
•
•
F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey
F3 Shortcut for most accessed information
ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and
helping with difficult POST situations.
Network iControl
Network iControl is an intuitive one-step network control center that makes it easier for you to
manage your bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor, and schedule the bandwidth priorities
for your network programs. It allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a
more convenient online experience.
*
The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems.
Ai Charger
Ai Charger is ASUS fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone, and iPad.
*
Check your USB mobile device if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function.
** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.
***Ai Charger is only supported when you set the USB device wake-up jumpers to +5VSB. See
section 1.7 Jumpers for details.
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AI Suite II
With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows
you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. It allows you to supervise fan speed
control, and voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to
use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities.
ASUS Anti-Surge Protection
This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused
by power surges from switching power supply unit (PSU).
ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU fan and chassis fan speeds
according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different
geographic regions and your PC’s loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible
controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
ASUS MyLogo2™
Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to personalize your system.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS
file using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file.
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a
bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.
ErP ready
The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP
requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy
consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-
efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the
product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.
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1.2
Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
•
•
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due
to static electricity.
•
•
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the
bag that came with the component.
•
Before you install or remove any component, switch off the ATX power supply and
detach its power cord. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,
peripherals, or components.
Standby Power LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system
is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down
the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard
component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
SB_PWR
H61M-E
ON
OFF
Standby Power Powered Off
H61M-E Onboard LED
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1.3
Motherboard overview
Placement direction
1.3.1
When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct
orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in
the image below.
1.3.2
Screw holes
Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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1.3.3
Motherboard layout
1
2
3
1
4
17.5cm(6.9in)
KBMS
CPU_FAN
RT
8876
13
12
ATX12V
USB34
LAN_USB12
AUDIO
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
CHA_FAN
2
PCIEX16
H61M-E
RTL
8111F
PCIEX1_1
PCIEX1_2
5
6
Intel®
H61
Super
I/O
12
ALC
887
USBPW5-10
F_PANEL
USB56 USB78
USB910
SB_PWR
CLRTC
64Mb
BIOS
AAFP
SPEAKER
11 10
9
8
7
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1.3.4
Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED
Page
1-25
1-23
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1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN)
2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V)
3. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket
4. DDR3 DIMM slots
1-12
1-24
1-26
1-26
1-19
1-25
1-4
5. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1/2/3/4)
6. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL)
7. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER)
8. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)
9. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910)
10. Standby power LED (SB_PWR)
11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
12. USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW 1-4, USBPW 5-10)
13. Keyboard power (3-pin KBPWR)
1-22
1-20
1-20
1.4
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd /
2nd Generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors.
H61M-E
H61M-E CPU socket LGA1155
Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
•
Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and
the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap
is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.
•
•
Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the
LGA1155 socket.
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP
cap.
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1.4.1
CPU installation
The LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install an
LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.
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