Motherboard H61M-K
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... vi About this guide......................................................................................................... vii H61M-K specifications summary............................................................................... ix Package contents.......................................................................................................
BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS.............................................................. 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility......................................................................... 2-1 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility....................................................... 2-3 2.1.2 2.2 2.3 2.1.4 Main menu.................................................................................................... 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English]....................
2.7.4 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]........................................................ 2-28 2.7.6 INT19 Trap Response [Postponed]................................................ 2-28 2.7.5 2.7.7 2.7.8 2.7.9 2.7.10 2.8 2.7.11 Setup Mode [EZ Mode].................................................................. 2-28 CSM (Compatibility Support Module)............................................. 2-29 Secure Boot...................................................................................
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.
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.
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.
H61M-K specifications summary CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7, Core™ i5, Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors Supports Intel® 22nm/32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 • Up to 77W Thermal Design Power support. • Chipset Memory • The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Intel® H61 Express Chipset 2 x DIMMs, max.
H61M-K specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS AI Charger ASUS Crash Free BIOS3 ASUS AI Suite II ASUS Network iControl* Rear panel ports ASUS Webstorage • The Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x DVI-D 1 x D-Sub 4 x USB 2.0/1.
H61M-K specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD 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 WfM 2.0, DMI v2.0, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Form factor Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 8.9 in x 6.9 in (22.6 cm x 17.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights 1 LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7, Core™ i5, Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7, Core™ i5, Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package, with 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.
Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology allows your system to receive updates for your web applications in real-time even when your system is in sleep mode, saving wait time and power usage.
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.
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.
1.3 Motherboard overview 1.3.1 Placement direction 1.3.2 Screw holes 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. 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.
1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 4 3 5 17.5cm(6.9in) KBMS CPU_FAN RT 8876 RTL 8111F EATXPWR LAN_USB12 CHA_FAN 22.6cm(8.
1.3.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 2. 1-26 1. USB device wake-up (3-pin PS2_USBPW1~4; USBPW5~8) 3. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket DDR3 DIMM slots Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1/2/3/4) System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 10. USB 2.
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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1.4.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption.
1.5.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency.
DDR3-2600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip SS/DS Brand Chip NO. G.SKILL F3-2600CL10Q-16GBZMD(XMP) 16GB(4x4GB) DS - - G.SKILL F3-2600CL11Q-32GBZHD(XMP) 32GB(8GBx4) DS - - DIMM socket support Voltage (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Timing 10-121.65V 12-31 11-13-13-35 1.65V • • • • DDR3-2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Timing Brand NO. CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.
DDR3-2133 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL GEIL KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON ADATA ADATA Team Team CMT16GX3M4X2133C9(XMP1.3) CMT4GX3M2A2133C9(XMP) CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(XMP) CMT8GX3M2B2133C9(XMP) F3-17000CL9Q-16GBZH(XMP1.
DDR3-1800 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Kingston KHX18C10T3K4/32X 8GB DS - - - DIMM socket support Voltage (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 1.5V • • DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage APACER Apacer APACER 4GB UNB PC3-12800 CL11 78.B1GE3.
DDR3-1600 MHz capability Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage 4GB(2x2GB) SS 12GB(3x4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.5V 1.65V DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs · · · · 12GB(3x4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.65V · 16GB(4GBx4) 16GB(8GBx2) 16GB(8GBx2) 2GB 2GB 4GB(2x2GB) 4GB(2x2GB) 4GB (2x2GB) 4GB(2x2GB) 4GB (2x2GB) 4GB (2x2GB) 4GB 6GB (3x2GB ) 6GB(3x2GB) DS DS DS DS DS DS DS KTC - D1288JPNDPLD9U - 11-11-11-28 8 1.65V 1.5V 1.5V 1.65V 1.35V-1.5V 1.65V 1.65V · · · · · · · · · · · · · · DS - - 8 1.
DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing Voltage A-DATA A-DATA Apacer Apacer Apacer Apacer AD3U1333C2G9 AX3U1333C2G9-BP 78.A1GC6.9L1 78.A1GC6.9L1 AU02GFA33C9NBGC 78.B1GDE.9L10C SS SS DS DS DS DS A-DATA Apacer Apacer Apacer Apacer 3CCD-1509HNA1126L AM5D5808DEWSBG AM5D5808FEQSBG AM5D5808APQSBG AM5D5908CEHSBG 9 - - Corsair TR3X6G1333C9 G SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.50V · · Corsair CMD24GX3M6A1333C9 (XMP) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.
DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No.
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1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
1.6.4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIEx16 shared – PCIEx1_1 – – – – – – – – – shared – – – – Realtek 8111F controller – shared – – – – – USB2.0 controller 1 – – – – – – – – shared USB2.
1.7 1. Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. CLRTC 1 2 2 Normal (Default) Clear RTC H61M-K 3 H61M-K Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
1.8 Connectors 1.8.1 Rear panel ports 2 1 10 9 8 6 7 3 4 5 1. PS/2 Mouse port. This port connects to a PS/2 mouse. 2. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
To configure an 8-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. 6. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 8. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. DVI-D port.
2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
3. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND SATA3G_4 H61M-K GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND SATA3G_3 GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND H61M-K Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 4.
5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CPU_FAN CHA_FAN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H61M-K H61M-K CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
7. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PLED+ PLEDPWR GND PWR LED PWR BTN HD_LED+ HD_LEDGround HWRST# (NC) PIN 1 H61M-K +HD_LED RESET H61M-K System panel connector • • • • 8. System power LED (2-pin +PWR_LED-) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 1.9.2 • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Updating from the Internet a. Select Update BIOS from the Internet, then click Next. b. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, then click Next. c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating from a BIOS file 3. a. Select Update BIOS from file, then click Next. b.
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into H61M-K.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version.
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2.
Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 Current ROM BOARD: H61M-K VER: 0303 DATE: 12/26/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ H61M-K.CAP A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move 8390656 2012-12-26 17:30:48 [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3.
2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hot key for the advanced BIOS settings. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 2.
Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode.
Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen.
2.3 Main menu 2.3.1 System Language [English] 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx] 2.3.4 Security The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options.
Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1.
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target CPU Turbo-Mode speed. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the target DRAM speed.
2.4.1 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR3-1400MHz] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR31866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] The configuration options vary with the CPU types installed on the system. Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default setting. 2.4.2 iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto] 2.4.
Turbo Mode [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions. Disables this function. The first three items appear only when you set the Turbo Mode items to [Enabled]. Long Duration Power Limit [Auto] Allows you to limit the turbo ratio’s long duration power. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Long Duration Maintained [Auto] Allows you to maintain the turbo ratio’s long duration power.
2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed.
Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0).
CPU Power Management Configuration CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed.
2.5.2 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following three items appear only when you set the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology to [Enabled].
2.5.3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface).
iGPU Memory [Auto] Allows you to select the amount of system memory allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by the iGPU. Configuration options: [Auto] [32M]~[1024M] Render Standby [Enabled] Allows you to enable the Intel® Graphics Render Standby support to reduce the iGPU power use when idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable the iGPU Multi-Monitor.
2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.
2.5.7 APM Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. Power On By PCI/PCIE [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the PCI/PCIE devices to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables the PCI/PCIE devices to generate a wake event.
2.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: 2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
2.6.3 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage 2.6.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.
Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature. [Silent] Sets to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] [Manual] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed.
2.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.
2.7.1 [Enabled] Fast Boot [Enabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. [Disabled] Select to go back to normal boot. The following four items appear when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled] All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for a fastest POST time. [Full Initialization] All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time.
POST Delay Time [3 sec] This item appears only when you set Full Screen Logo to [Enabled]. This item allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup. You can only execute the POST delay time during Normal Boot. The values range from 0 to 10 seconds. This feature will only work under normal boot. Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you set Full Screen Logo to [Disabled]. This item allows you to select a desired post report waiting time.
2.7.8 CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Launch CSM [Enabled] [Auto] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add-on devices. [Enabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode.
2.7.9 Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Windows® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. OS Type [Other OS] Allows you to select your installed operating system. [Windows UEFI mode] Executes the Microsoft® Secure Boot check. Only select this option when booting on Windows® UEFI mode or other Microsoft® Secure Boot compliant OS.
PK Management The Platform Key (PK) locks and secures the firmware from any non-permissible changes. The system verifies the PK before your system enters the OS. Load PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. Copy PK to File Allows you to store the PK to a USB storage device. Delete PK Allows you to delete the PK from your system. Once the PK is deleted, all the system’s Secure Boot keys will not be active.
DB Management The db (Authorized Signature database) lists the signers or images of UEFI applications, operating system loaders, and UEFI drivers that you can load on the single computer. Load DB from File Allows you to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device. Copy DB from file Allows you to store the db to a USB storage device. Delete the DB Allows you to delete the db file from your system.
2.7.10 Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press after POST. 2.7.11 Boot Override 2.8 Tools menu 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility These items displays the available devices.
2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Label Allows you to input the label of the setup profile. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash.
2.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to load the default values.
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Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address Telephone Fax E-mail Web site Technical Support Telephone Online support 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 info@asus.com.tw www.asus.com.tw +86-21-38429911 support.asus.
A-4 Appendices (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Asus Computer International Signature : Date : Representative Person’s Name : Feb. 25, 2013 Steve Chang / President This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
