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USER MANUAL H61H2-M8 ECS

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Trademark Recognition

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

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

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

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
- Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

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

Declaration of Conformity

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

•This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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

☐ EN 55022 Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment
☐ EN 61000-3-2 Disturbances in supply systems caused
☐ EN 61000-3-3 Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appliances and similar electrical equipment “Voltage fluctuations”
☐ EN 55024 Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristics-Limits and methods of measurement
☐ EN 60950 Safety for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment
□ CE marking CE

Canadian Department of Communications

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.

The manual consists of the following:

Chapter 1 Describes features of the page 1 Introducing the Motherboard motherboard.

Chapter 2 Describes installation of page 9 Installing the Motherboard motherboard components.

Chapter 3 Using BIOS Provides information on us- → page 29 ing the BIOS Setup Utility.

Chapter 4 Describes the motherboard page 55 Using the Motherboard Software software.

Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Provides basic trouble shoot-→ page 59 ing tips.

Preface i

Chapter 1 1

Introducing the Motherboard 1

Introduction....1

Pakage Contents....1

Specifications....2

Motherboard Components....4

I/O Ports....6

Chapter 2 9

Installing the Motherboard 9

Safety Precautions....9

Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis....9

Checking Jumper Settings....10

Installing Hardware....11

Installing the Processor....11

Installing the CPU Cooler....13

Installing Memory Modules....14

Installing Add-on Cards....15

Connecting Optional Devices....17

Installing a SATA Hard Drive....22

Connecting Case Components....23

Chapter 3 29

Using BIOS 29

About the Setup Utility....29

The Standard Configuration....29

Entering the Setup Utility....29

Resetting the Default CMOS Values....30

Using BIOS....30

BIOS Navigation Keys....31

Main Menu....32

Advanced Menu....33

Chipset Menu....44

M.I.B III (MB Intelligent BIOS III) Menu....47

Boot Menu....51

Security Menu....52

Exit Menu....53

Updating the BIOS....54

Chapter 4 55

Using the Motherboard Software 55

Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8....55

Running Setup....55

Manual Installation....57

ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)....57

Chapter 5 59

Trouble Shooting 59

Start up problems during assembly....59

Start up problems after prolong use....60

Maintenance and care tips....60

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart....61

Chapter 1

Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the H61H2-M8 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1155 socket for latest Intel® Core™ Family/Pentium®/Celeron® processors.

This motherboard is based on Intel® H61 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution. H61 is a single-chip, highly integrated, high performance Hyper-Threading peripheral controller, unmatched by any other single chip-device controller. It supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600*1/1333/1066 MHz. One PCI Express x16 slot, intended for Graphics Interface, is fully conformed to PCI Express 2.0 Standard. In addition, one PCI Express x1 slot is for extending usage.

It integrates USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 interface, and the USB 3.0 ports are supported by Asmedia 1042A. Please take the actual motherboard as standard or contact the manufacturer to check whether this board supports USB 3.0 function or not, and USB 3.0 location will be different.*2

The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel, including PS2 mouse and PS2 keyboard connectors, one DVI port (Optional), one D-sub (VGA) port, four USB 2.0 ports (or two USB 2.0 ports & two USB 3.0 ports)*3, one RJ45 LAN connector, and audio jacks for line-in, line-out and microphone.

In addition, this motherboard supports four SATA 3Gb/s connectors for expansion.

*1. When you use this MB with 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ Family Processors.

SKU USB 3.0 Location USB 3.0 Qty USB 2.0 Location/ Qty
A Front Header 2 Ports Front: 4 Ports; Rear: 4 Ports
B Rear Panel 2 Ports Front: 4 Ports; Rear: 2 Ports
C N/A N/A Front: 4 Ports; Rear: 4 Ports

*3. Please take the actual motherboard as standard or contact the manufacturer to check whether this board supports USB 3.0 function or not, and USB 3.0 location will be different.

Package Contents

Your motherboard package ships with the following items:

H61H2-M8 Motherboard
□ User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
☐ 2 SATA 3Gb/s Cables

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

Specifications

CPU	·LGA1155 socket for latest Intel®CoreTM Family/Pentium®/Celeron®processorsSupports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPUNote: Please go to ECS website for the latest CPU support list.
Chipset	·Intel®H61 Chipset
Memory	·Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GBSupports DDR3 1600*/1333/1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM*When you use this MB with 3rd Generation Intel®CoreTM Family Processors.Note: Please go to ECS website for the latest Memory support list.
Expansion Slots	·1 x PCI Express x16 slot·1 x PCI Express x1 slot
Storage	·Supported by Intel®H61 Express Chipset- 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s devices
Audio	·VIA VT1705CF (co-lay ALC 662), 6-Ch HD audio CODEC- Compliant with HD audio specification
LAN ·Atheros AR8161 Gigabit LAN·Atheros AR8152 10/100 LAN (Colay)
Extra USB 3.0 Function*	·2 x USB 3.0 ports supported by Asmedia 1042A- 2 x USB 3.0 ports at rear I/O*- 1 x USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports**Please take the actual motherboard as standard or contactthe manufacturer to check whether this board supports USB 3.0 function or not, and USB 3.0 location will be different.
	SKU U	SB 3.0 Location U	SB 3.0 Qty USB 2.0 Location/ Qty
	A Front	Header 2 Ports F	ont: 4 Ports; Rear: 4 Ports
	B Real	Panel 2 Po	ts Front: 4 Ports; Rear: 2 Ports
	C	N/A	N/A Front: 4 Ports; Rear: 4 Ports
Rear Panel I/O	·1 x PS2 keyboard & PS2 mouse connectors·1 x D-sub (VGA) port·1 x DVI port (Optional)·1 x RJ45 LAN connector·4 x USB 2.0 ports (Optional two USB 3.0 ports and two USB 2.0 ports)*·Audio jacks for line-in, line-out and microphone* Please take the actual motherboard as standard or contactthe manufacturer to check whether this board supports USB 3.0 function or not, and USB 3.0 location will be different.
Internal I/OConnectors & Headers	1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector1 x 4-pin 12V Power connector1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector1 x 4-pin SYS_FAN connector2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0 ports1 x USB3F header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports** Please take the actual motherboard as standard or contact the manufacturer to check whether this board supports USB 3.0 function or not, and USB 3.0 location will be different.4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors1 x Onboard Serial port header (COM)1 x Front Panel switch/LED header1 x Front Panel audio header1 x Clear CMOS jumper1 x Speaker header1 x Debug card header (LDC)
System BIOS	AMI BIOS with 32Mb SPI Flash ROM- Supports Plug and Play- Supports ACPI & DMI- Supports STR (S3) /STD (S4)- Supports Hardware monitor- Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS- F7 hot key for boot up devices option- Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)- Supports Dual Display- Supports GUI UEFI BIOS- Supports Multi-Language- Supports AC'97/HD Audio auto detect (default)
AP Support	Supports eBLU/eDLU/eSF (Warning: Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required)
Form Factor	Micro ATX Size, 225mm x 170mm

Motherboard Components

15 14 13 12 11 10 9 16 17 18 AUDIO USBLAN USBOR VGA USB3F PSKBM POEIX46 PCH LGA1155 REMOVE ATX12V GPU_FAN H61H2-M8 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 SYS_FAN ATX_POWER SPK

Table of Motherboard Components

LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket	LGA1155 socket for latest Intel®CoreTM Family/Pentium®Celeron® Processors
2. ATX12V 4-pin	+12V power connector
3. CPU_FAN 4-pin	CPU cooling fan connector
4. DDR3_1~2 240	-pin DDR3 Module slots
5. ATX_POWER S	standard 24-pin ATX power connector
6. SYS_FAN 4-pin	system cooling fan connector
7. SPK Speaker header
8. SATA1~4 Serial	ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
9. LDC Debug card	header
10. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
11. CLR_CMOS C	Clear CMOS jumper
12. F_USB1~2 Front panel USB 2.0 headers
13. LPT Printer Header
14. COM	Onboard serial port header
15. F_AUDIO	Front panel audio header
16. PCIE	PCI Express x1 slot
17. PCIEX16	PCI Express slot for graphics interface
18. USB3F	Front panel USB 3.0 header (Optional)

I/O Ports

Diagram of a computer network device with labeled ports and connectors, showing connections from 1 to 10.

Or

1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1. PS/2 Mouse (green)

Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 mouse.

2. PS/2 Keyboard (purple)

Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard.

3. DVI Port (Optional)

You can connect the display device to the DVI port.

4. VGA Port

Connect your monitor to the VGA port.

5. USB 3.0 Ports (Optional USB 2.0 Ports) \*

Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0/2.0 devices.

* Please take the actual motherboard as standard or contact the manufacturer to check whether this board supports USB 3.0 function or not, and USB 3.0 location will be different.

SKU U	SB 3.0 Location U	SB 3.0 Qty USB 2.0	Location/ Qty
A Front	Header 2 Ports	Front: 4	Ports; Rear: 4 Ports
B	Rear Panel	2 Ports	Front: 4 Ports; Rear: 2 Ports
C	N/A	N/A	Front: 4 Ports; Rear: 4 Ports

6. LAN Port

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

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

Activity LED Link LED LAN Port

7. USB 2.0 Ports

Use the USB 2.0 ports to connect USB 2.0 devices.

8. Line-in (blue)

It can be connected to an external CD/DVD player, Tape player or other audio devices for audio input.

9. Line-out (lime)

It is used to connect to speakers or headphones.

10. Microphone (pink)

It is used to connect to a microphone.

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Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard

2-1. Safety Precautions

Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard:

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

2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis

This motherboard carries an mATX form factor of 225 x 170 mm. Choose a chassis that accommodates this form factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the chassis matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most system chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds to the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.

P3000 LGA1155 REMOVE HSI1248 PCH PCH F_1000 LGT P_PANOL BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATHA BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH A BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH B BATH A

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

2-3. Checking Jumper Settings

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

P34000 USB3F VDD USB3F USB3F USB3F AUDIO LGA1155 REMOVE H61H2-M8 PCH POE UPT POE LDC SATAA SATAA SATAA SATAA SATAI ATX72V DPU_FAN DPU_1 DPU_3 BTS_POWER BTS_PAN

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

2-4. Installing Hardware

2-4-1. Installing the Processor

• This motherboard has an LGA1155 socket.

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

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

• The following illustration shows CPU installation components.

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

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

Diagram showing a hand inserting a component into an electronic device, with an arrow indicating the process.

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

Technical line drawing of a device interior with no visible text or symbols

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

Diagram showing a hand inserting into an electronic device component, with no visible text or symbols.

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

2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler

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

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

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

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

- Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket.

• The following illustration shows how to install CPU fan.

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

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a central component with a shaft and housing (no text or symbols)

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

Diagram of a CPU fan with cooling fins and heat exchangers (no text or labels)

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

Line drawing of a CPU fan with heatsink and power cord (no text or symbols)

2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules

• This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support two 240-pin DDR3 1600*/1333/1066.
• Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
• You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. Total memory capacity is 16 GB.
• Refer to the following to install the memory modules.

A. Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.

Diagram of a hand holding a tool interacting with a layered object, showing directional arrows (no text or symbols)

B. Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it seats correctly. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the notches in the DIMM slot.

Diagram of a hand pressing down on a computer RAM module into a socket (no text or symbols)

C. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM.

Line drawing of a rectangular electronic device with multiple square slots and two handles (no text or symbols)

* When you use this MB with 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ Family Processors.

2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards

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

PCIEX16 PCIE

PCIEX16 Slot

The PCI Express x16 slot is used to install external PCI Express graphics cards that are fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0.

PCIE Slot

The PCI Express x1 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0.

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

Follow these instructions to install an add-on card:

1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use.
2 Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot.
3 Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.

For some add-on cards, for example graphics adapters and network adapters, you have to install drivers and software before you can begin using the add-on card.

Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card:

Line drawing of a hand pressing down on a computer RAM card with two buttons and a button labeled '↓' (no text or symbols present)

Install the LAN Card in the PCIE slot

Diagram of a computer motherboard showing CPU socket, fan, and drive mechanism (no text or labels)

Install the VGA Card in the PCIEX16 slot

2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices

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

PENCK 7 LGA1155 RENOV H8H2-MB PCH PCH P/E LPT P_LUBB1 P_PUMR H0104 H0103 H0102 1 ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦

No. Components No. Components
1 SATA1~4 5 F_AUDIO
2	F _	U	S
3	L	P	T
4	COM — — — —

1. SATA1\~4: Serial ATA connectors

SATA1\~4 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3Gb/s device. Simpler disk drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA.

SATA1~4 Ground RX+ RX- Ground TX- TX+ Ground

H61H2-M8 USER MANUAL

2. F\_USB1\~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers

The motherboard has two USB 2.0 headers supporting four USB 2.0 ports. Additionally, some computer cases have USB 2.0 ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB 2.0 connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.

LGA1115 REMOVE USB Port B (-) H110-MB PCH Pin 1 Power +5V USB Port B (-) USB Port B (+) Ground Not Connected Ground USB Port A (+) USB Port A (-) Power +5V F_USB1/2

Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.

3. LPT: Onboard parallel port Header

This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices.

LPT AFD ERROR INIT SLCT Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground SLCT PE BUSK ACK PD7 PD6 PD5 PD4 PD3 PD2 PD1 PD0 STROBE PIN 1

4. COM: Onboard serial port header

Connect a serial port extension bracket to this header to add a serial port to your system.

COM PIN 1 Serial Input Data Terminal Ready Data Set Ready Clear to Send Ring Indicator Request to Send Ground Serial Output Data Carrier Detect

5. F\_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio Header

The front panel audio header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line-out ports for easier access. This header supports HD audio by default. If you want connect an AC' 97 front panel audio to HD onboard headers, please set as below picture.

HD Audio Analog ground Presence# Sense1_Return Sense2_Return PIN 1 Left channel to front panel Sense_Send Right channel to front panel Microphone power Front panel microphone input signal AC' 97 Audio Analog ground Analog power (+5V) Right channel return from front panel Left channel return from front panel PIN 1 Left channel to front panel RSVD Right channel to front panel Microphone power Front panel microphone input signal

AC' 97 Audio Configuration: To enable the front panel audio connector to support AC97 Audio mode.

If you use AC' 97 Front Panel, please tick off the option of "Disabled Front Panel Detect". If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please don't tick off "Disabled Front Panel Detect".

Realtek HD Audio Manager MSV Main Mode Audio/Back Speaker Configuration Sound Effects Room Correction Default Format Speaker Configuration None Connector Settings Create Front panel Job Detection OK Cancel Pul-Range Speakers Front left and right Support speakers intrauverance ANALOG Back Panel Level Panel REALTEK

* For reference only

If you use AC' 97 Front Panel, please don't tick off "Using Front Jack Detect". If you use HD Audio Front Panel, please tick off the option of "Using Front Jack Detect".

2CH Speaker Miss Effect Jack Info Power Phone Jack Back Panel Front Panel Configuration Headphone Front-MIC ang front unit base

* For reference only

6. LDC: Debug Card Header

LDA Power +3.3V LPC signal Reset Clock PIN 1 LPC Signal LPC Signal LPC Signal LPC Signal Ground

7. USB3F: Front Panel USB 3.0 header (Optional)\*

This Motherboard implements one USB 3.0 header supporting 2 extra front USB 3.0 ports, which delivers 5Gb/s transfer rate.

PIN 1 Front Panel USB Power USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Rx- USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Rx- USB3 ICC Port2 SuperSpeed Rx+ Ground USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Tx- USB3 ICC Port1 SuperSpeed Tx+ Ground USB3 ICC Port1 D- USB3 ICC Port2 D- USB3 ICC Port2 D+ Not Connected USB3F

Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up.

* Please take the actual motherboard as standard or contact the manufacturer to check whether this board supports USB 3.0 function or not, and USB 3.0 location will be different.

2-4-6. Installing a SATA Hard Drive

This section describes how to install a SATA Hard Drive.

About SATA Connectors

Your motherboard features four SATA connectors supporting a total of four drives. SATA refers to Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) is the standard interface for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs. These connectors are well designed and will only fit in one orientation. Locate the SATA connectors on the motherboard and follow the illustration below to install the SATA hard drives.

Installing Serial ATA Hard Drives

To install the Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives, use the SATA cable that supports the Serial ATA protocol. This SATA cable comes with a SATA power cable. You can connect either end of the SATA cable to the SATA hard drive or the connector on the motherboard.

Refer to the illustration below for proper installation:

1 Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard.
2 Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive.
3 Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other

Technical line drawing of a hard drive with connectors and cable (no text or symbols)

* For reference only

2-4-7. Connecting Case Components

After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following:

No. Components No. Components
1 ATX12V 4 SYS_FAN
2 CPU_FAN 5 SPK
3 ATX_POWER6 F PANEL

1 & 3. ATX12V (ATX 12V Power Connector) & ATX\_POWER (ATX 24-pin Power Connector)

Connect the auxiliary case power supply connector to ATX12V. Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER.

ATX12V PIN 1 Ground +12V Ground +12V LGA155 HISQAM PCH ATX_POWER +3.3V Ground +12V +12V +5VSB PWRGD Ground +5V Ground +5V Ground +3.3V Ground -12V +3.3V PS_ON PIN 1

2 & 4. CPU\_FAN (CPU cooling FAN Power Connector) & SYS\_FAN (System Cooling FAN Power Connector)

Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.

SYS_FAN / CPU_FAN System Ground Power +12V Sensor PWM

Users please note that the fan connector supports the CPU cooling fan of 1.1A \~ 2.2A (26.4W max) at +12V.

Connecting 24-pin power cable

The ATX 24-pin connector allows you to connect to ATX v2.x power supply.

Diagram showing two mechanical components with a downward arrow indicating a process or assembly (no text or symbols present)

24-pin power cable

With ATX v2.x power supply, users please note that when installing 24-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX match perfectly.

Connecting 4-pin power cable

The ATX12V4P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU.

4-pin power cable

When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V4P match perfectly.

5. SPK: Speaker header

Connect the case speaker cable to SPK.

SPK VCC NC Signal PIN 1

6. F\_PANEL: Front Panel Header

The front panel header (F_PANEL) provides a standard set of switch and LED headers commonly found on ATX or Micro ATX cases. Refer to the table below for information:

F_PANEL MSG LED (+) — PLED MSG LED (-) — Power Switch (+) — PWRBTN PCH Reserved Reset Switch (+) — RESET Reset Switch (-) — Hard disk LED (-) — HDLED PCH PCH LGA1155 H01G-M8 PIN 1

Hard Drive Activity LED

Connecting pins 1 and 3 to a front panel mounted LED provides visual indication that data is being read from or written to the hard drive. For the LED to function properly, an IDE drive should be connected to the onboard IDE interface. The LED will also show activity for devices connected to the SCSI (hard drive activity LED) connector.

Power/Sleep/Message waiting LED

Connecting pins 2 and 4 to a single or dual-color, front panel mounted LED provides power on/off, sleep, and message waiting indication.

Reset Switch

Supporting the reset function requires connecting pin 5 and 7 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. When the switch is closed, the board resets and runs POST.

Power Switch

Supporting the power on/off function requires connecting pins 6 and 8 to a momentary-contact switch that is normally open. The switch should maintain contact for at least 50 ms to signal the power supply to switch on or off. The time requirement is due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal.

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Chapter 2

About the Setup Utility

The computer uses the latest “American Megatrends Inc.” BIOS with support for Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the motherboard contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the motherboard BIOS.

The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility displays the system's configuration status and provides you with options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information when the power is turned off. When the system is turned back on, the system is configured with the values you stored in CMOS.

The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:

• Hard drives, diskette drives and peripherals
  • Video display type and display options
• Password protection from unauthorized use
  • Power Management features

The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer performs. Before using the Setup Utility, ensure that you understand the Setup Utility options.

This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.

The Standard Configuration

A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup Utility. However, we recommend that you read this chapter in case you need to make any changes in the future.

This Setup Utility should be used:

• when changing the system configuration
• when a configuration error is detected and you are prompted to make changes to the Setup Utility
• when trying to resolve IRQ conflicts
• when making changes to the Power Management configuration
• when changing the password or making other changes to the Security Setup

Entering the Setup Utility

When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message appears:

Press DEL to enter SETUP

Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit BIOS Information System Language English System Date Fri 04/19/2013 System Time 00:00:32 Choose the system default language --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Resetting the Default CMOS Values

When powering on for the first time, the POST screen may show a "CMOS Settings Wrong" message. This standard message will appear following a clear CMOS data at factory by the manufacturer. You simply need to Load Default Settings to reset the default CMOS values.

Note: Changes to system hardware such as different CPU, memories, etc. may also trigger this message.

American Megatrends H61H2-M8 Release 4/19/2013 Version 2.02.1205. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Press to enter BBS POPUP Press or to enter setup. CMOS Setting Wrong

Using BIOS

When you start the Setup Utility, the main menu appears. The main menu of the Setup Utility displays a list of the options that are available. A highlight indicates which option is currently selected. Use the cursor arrow keys to move the highlight to other options. When an option is highlighted, execute the option by pressing .

Some options lead to pop-up dialog boxes that prompt you to verify that you wish to execute that option. Other options lead to dialog boxes that prompt you for information.

Some options (marked with an icon >>) lead to submenus that enable you to change the values for the option. Use the cursor arrow keys to scroll through the items in the submenu.

In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by an icon >> .

The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings.

BIOS Navigation Keys

The BIOS navigation keys are listed below:

KEY FUNCTION
ESC	Exits the current menu
↑↓→←	Scrolls through the items on a menu
+/-	Change Opt.
Enter	Select
F1	General Help
F2	Previous Value
F3	Optimized Defaults
F4	Save & Exit

1. For the purpose of better product maintenance, the manufacture reserves the right to change the BIOS items presented in this manual. The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only and may differ from the actual BIOS. Please visit the manufacture's website for updated manual.

2. In this Gui BIOS, you can operate by mouse or keyboard. Click: select item; Double click: enter; Right click: exit.

Main Menu

When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the main menu appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Select an item and press to display the submenu.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit BIOS Information System Language English System Date Fri 04/19/2013 System Time 00:00:32 Choose the system default language --- : Select Screen ↑ J/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

System Language (English)

This item is used to set system language.

System Date & Time

The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility.

Advanced Menu

The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit LAN Configuration PC Health Status ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration USB Configuration Super IO Configuration Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Power Management Setup LAN Configuration Parameters --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

» LAN Configuration

The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit LAN Configuration Onboard LAN Controller Enabled Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN1 Controller →: : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable Onboard LAN 1 controller.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» PC Health Status

On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit PC Health Status » Smart Fan Function System Temperature : 24 °C CPU Fan Speed : 3229 RPM System Fan Speed : 0 RPM CPU Voltage : 1.044V DIMM Voltage : 1.560V +12V : 11.808V --- PECI Mode --- Offset to TCC Activation Temp. : -72 --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

» Smart Fan Function

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit CPU Smart Fan Control Enabled Smart Fan Mode Normal Smart Fan start PWM value 180 Smart Fan start PWM TEMP(-) 30 Delta T 3 Smart Fan Slope PWM value 10 PWM value/unit CPU Fan Full Speed Offset (-) 23 System Smart Fan Control Enabled Smart Fan Mode Normal Smart Fan start PWM value 180 Smart Fan start PWM TEMP(-) 30 Delta T 3 Smart Fan Slope PWM value 10 PWM value/unit System Fan Full Speed Offset (-) 23 ----: Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

CPU/System Smart Fan Control (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the control of the CPU/System fan speed by changing the fan voltage.

Smart Fan Mode (Normal)

This item allows you to select the fan mode (Normal, Quiet, Silent, or Manual) for a better operation environment. If you choose Normal mode, the fan speed will be auto adjusted depending on the CPU temperature. If you choose Quiet mode, the fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment. If you choose Silent mode, the fan speed will be auto restricted to make system more quietly. If you choose Manual mode, the fan speed will be adjusted depending on users' parameters.

Smart Fan Start PWM value (180)

This item is used to set the start PWM value of the smart fan.

Smart Fan Start TEMP(-) (30)

This item is used to set the start temperature of the smart fan.

DeltaT (3)

This item specifies the range that controls CPU temperature and keeps it from going so high or so low when smart fan works.

Smart Fan Slope PWM value (10 PWM value/unit)

This item is used to set the Slope Select PWM of the smart fan.

CPU/System Fan Full Speed Offset(-) (23)

This item is used to set the CPU/System fan full speed offset value.

Press to return to the PC Health Status page.

System Component Characteristics

These items display the monitoring of the overall inboard hardware health events, such as CPU fan speed, CPU & DIMM voltage... etc.

• System Temperature
• CPU Fan Speed
• System Fan Speed
• CPU Voltage
• DIMM Voltage
  • +12V

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» ACPI Setting

The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit ACPI Settings ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM) Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the suspend button is pressed. --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

ACPI Sleep State (S3(Suspend to RAM))

This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State (default).

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» CPU Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ECS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit CPU Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3250 CPU @ 3.50GHz 64-bit Supported Processor Speed 3500 MHz Processor Stepping 306a9 Microcode Revision 17 Processor Cores 2 Intel HT Technology Supported Intel VT-x Technology Supported Hyper-threading Enabled Active Processor Cores All Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Execute Disable Bit Enabled Intel Virtualization Technology Enabled CPU C3 Report Disabled CPU C6 Report Enhanced Halt (C1E) Enabled Enabled Enabled for Windows XP and Linux (OS optimized for Hyper-Threading Technology) and Disabled for other OS (OS not optimized for Hyper-Threading Technology). When Disabled only one thread per enabled core is enabled. ---: Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3250 CPU @ 3.50GHz

This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

64-bit (Supported)

This item shows the computer supports EMT64.

Processor Speed (3500MHz)

This item shows the current processor speed.

Processor Stepping (306a9)

This item shows the processor stepping version.

Microcode Revision (17)

This item shows the Microcode version.

Processor Cores (2)

This item shows the core number of the processor.

Intel HT Technology (Supported)

This item shows that your computer supports Intel HT technology or not.

Intel VT-x Technology (Supported)

This item shows that your computer supports Intel VT-x technology or not.

Hyper-threading (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable hyper-threading.

Active Processor Cores (All)

Use this item to control the active processor cores.

Execute Disable Bit (Enabled)

This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application code can execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code in the buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propagation. Replacing older computers with Execute Disable Bit enabled systems can halt worm attacks, reducing the need for virus related repair.

Intel Virtualization Technology (Enabled)

When disabled, a VMM cannot utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vandor Pool Technology.

CPU C3 Report (Disabled)

Use this item to enable or disable CPU C3(ACPI C2) report to OS.

CPU C6 Report (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable CPU C6(ACPI C3) report to OS.

Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Enabled)

Use this item to enable the CPU energy-saving function when the system is not running.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» SATA Configuration

Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit SATA Configuration SATA Mode IDE Mode SATA Port1 Not Present SATA Port2 Not Present SATA Port3 Not Present SATA Port4 Not Present Determines how SATA Controller(s) operate. --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

SATA Mode (IDE Mode)

Use this item to select SATA mode.

SATA Port 1\~4 (Not Present)

This motherboard supports four SATA channel and each channel allows one SATA device to be installed. Use these items to configure each device on the SATA channel.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» USB Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit USB Configuration All USB Devices Enabled USB 3.0 Controller Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled USB Support Parameters --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

All USB Devices (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices.

USB 3.0 Controller (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable USB 3.0 controller.

Legacy USB Support (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable support for legacy USB devices. Setting to Audio allows the system to detect the presence of the USB device at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» Super IO Configuration

Use this item to show the information of the Super IO Configuration.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip IT8728 Serial Port 0 Configuration Parallel Port Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA) --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Super IO Chip (IT8728)

This item shows the information of the super IO chip.

» Serial Port 0 Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Serial Port 0 Configuration Serial Port Enabled Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4; Change Settings Auto Enabled or Diabled Serial Port (COM) --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Serial Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable serial port.

Device Settings (IO=3F8h; IRO=4)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Press to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

» Parallel Port Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Parallel Port Configuration Parallel Port Enabled Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5 Change Settings Auto Standard Parallel Po... Device Mode Enabled or Disabled Parallel Port (LPT/LPTE) --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Parallel Port (Enabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable parallel port.

Device Settings (IO=378h; IRO=5)

This item shows the information of the device settings.

Change Settings (Auto)

Use this item to change device settings.

Device Mode (Standard Parallel Po...)

This item shows the information of the device mode.

Press to return to the Super IO Configuration page.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

» Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology

Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit ISCT Configuration Disabled Enabled/Disabled ISCT Configuration --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

ISCT Configuration (Enabled)

Use this item to enable/disable ISCT Configuration.

» Power Management Setup

This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation.

ECS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Power Management Setup Resume By RING Disabled Resume By PME Resume By USB (S3) Disabled Resume By PS2 KB (S3) Disabled Resume By PS2 MS (S3) Disabled Resume By RTC Alarm Disabled EUP Function Enabled Power LED Type Dual Color LED About Resume by Ring --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Resume By RING (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the Modem. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.

Resume By PME (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume if there is an incoming call on the PCI Modem or PCI LAN card. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature. Use this item to do wake-up action if inserting the PCI card.

Resume By USB (S3) (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable/disable the USB device wakeup function from S3 mode.

Resume By PS2 KB (S3) (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow keyboard activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Resume By PS2 MS (S3) (Disabled)

This item enables or disables you to allow mouse activity to awaken the system from power saving mode.

Resume By RTC Alarm (Disabled)

The system can be turned off with a software command. If you enable this item, the system can automatically resume at a fixed time based on the system's RTC (realtime clock). Use the items below this one to set the date and time of the wake-up alarm. You must use an ATX power supply in order to use this feature.

EUP Function (Enabled)

This item allows user to enable or disable EUP function.

Power LED Type (Dual Color LED)

This item shows the type of the power LED.

Press to return to the Advanced Menu page.

Chipset Menu

The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit System Agent Configuration PCH Configuration ME Configuration System Agent (SA) Parameters --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

» System Agent Configuration

Scroll to this item and press and view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit System Agent Configuration IGD Memory 64M DVMT Memory 256M IGD Multi-Monitor Disabled Select DVMT 5.0 Pre- Allocated (Fixed) Graphics Memory size used by the Internal Graphics Device. --- : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

IGD Memory (64M)

This item shows the information of the IGD(Internal Graphics device) memory.

DVMT Memory (256M)

When set to Fixed Mode, the graphics driver will reserve a fixed position of the system memory as graphics memory, according to system and graphics requirements.

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit PCH Configuration Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled Azalia internal HDMI codec Enabled Select AC power state when power is re-applied after a power failure --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Restore AC Power Loss (Power Off)

This item enables your computer to automatically restart or return to its operating status.

Audio Configuration

This item shows the information of the audio configuration.

Azalia HD Audio (Enabled)

This item enables or disables Azalia HD audio.

Azalia Internal HDMI codec (Enabled)

This item enables or disables Azalia Internal HDMI codec.

Press to return to the chipset menu page.

》 ME Configuration

Scroll to this item and press to view the following screen:

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration ME FW Version 8.1.30.1350 ME Control Enabled Enable/Disable ME Firm-ware --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

ME FW Version (8.1.30.1350)

This item shows the ME FW version.

ME Control (Enabled)

Use this item to enable or disable ME Firmware.

Press to return to the Chipset Menu page.

M.I.B III (MB Intelligent BIOS III) Menu

This page enables you to set the clock speed and system bus for your system. The clock speed and system bus are determined by the kind of processor you have installed in your system.

ES ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit M.I.B III (MB Intelligent BIOS III) CPU OverClocking Configuration Chipset OverClocking Configuration B.O.M.P Technology Enabled Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk Enabled Spread Spectrum Enabled Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3250 CPU @ 3.50GHz Processor Speed 3500 MHz Memory Frequency 1600 MHz Total Memory 4096 MB (DDR3 ) CPU OverClocking Configuration — : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

» CPU OverClocking Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit CPU OverClocking Configuration CPU Frequency 100.00 CPU Ratio 35 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Intel Graphics Configuration Graphics Core Ratio Limit 21 Graphics Voltage(1/256) 0 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology ← : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click: Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

CPU Frequency (100.00)

This item shows the information of the CPU frequency.

CPU Ratio (35)

This item allows users to control non turbo CPU ratio.

Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled)

This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST(Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology).

Graphics Core Ratio Limit (21)

This item allows you to control the internal GFX Turbo ratio

Graphics Voltage(1/256) (0)

This item allows you to adjust the internal GFX voltage.

» Chipset OverClocking Configuration

Scroll to this item to view the following screen:

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Memory Multiplier Configuration Performance Memory Profiles XMP Profile 1 Not Supported XMP Profile 2 Not Supported Automatic The selection of Performance Memory Profiles which im- pacts memory sizing behav- ior. Memory Timing Configuration CAS# Latency (tCL) 11 RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) 11 Row Precharge Time (tRP) 11 RAS# Active Time ( tRAS) 28 Write Recovery Time (tWR) 12 Row Refresh Cycle Time (tRFC) 128 Active to Active Delay (tRRD) 5 Write to Read Delay (tWTR) 6 Read CAS# Precharge (tRTP) 6 Four Active Window Delay (tFAW) 24 --- : Select Screen ↑↓ /Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Performance Memory Profiles (Automatic)

This item enables you to set the Performance Memory Profile.

XMP Profile 1/2 (Not Supported)

These items show the information of Performance Memory Profile.

CAS Latency (tCL) (11)

This item determines the operation of DDR SDRAM memory CAS (column address strobe). It is recommended that you leave this item at the default value. The 2T setting requires faster memory that specifically supports this mode.

RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) (11)

This item specifies the RAS# to CAS# delay to Rd/Wr command to the same bank.

Row Precharge Time (tRP) (11)

This item specifies Row precharge to Active or Auto-Refresh of the same bank.

RAS# Active Time (tRAS) (28)

This item specifies the RAS# active time.

Write Recovery Time (tWR) (12)

This item specifies the write recovery time.

Row Refresh Cycle Time (tRFC) (128)

This item specifies the row refresh cycle time.

Active to Active Delay (tRRDmin) (5)

This item controls the ACTIVE bank x to ACTIVE bank y in memory clock cycles.

Write to Read Delay (twTR) (6)

This item specifies the write to read delay time.

Read CAS# Precharge (tRTP) (6)

This item controls the Read to PRECHARGE delay for memory devices, in memory clock cycles.

Four Active Window Delay (tFAW) (24)

This item controls the four bank activate time in memory clock cycles.

Press to return to the M.I.B III menu page.

B.O.M.P Technology (Enabled)

This item allows users to enable or disable B.O.M.P technology. This function can run safe setting to setup menu when system boot fail 3 times.

Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clk (Enabled)

When this item is enabled, BIOS will disable the clock signal of free DIMM/PCI slots.

Spread Spectrum (Enabled)

If you enable spread spectrum, it can significantly reduce the EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference) generated by the system.

Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3250 CPU @ 3.50GHz

This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer.

Processor Speed (3500 MHz)

This item shows the CPU speed.

Memory Frequency (1600 MHz)

This item shows the memory frequency.

Total Memory (4096 MB (DDR3))

This item shows the total memory of DDR3.

Boot Menu

This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state.

EOS ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Boot Configuration Operation System Select Windows7 or other OS Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Launch Storage OpROM Enabled Fast Boot Disabled Bootup NumLock State On Quiet Boot Enabled Boot mode select LEGACY Set Boot Priority Boot Option #1 Hard Disk Boot Option #2 CD/DVD Boot Option #3 USB/Floppy Boot Option #4 USB CD/DVD Boot Option #5 USB Hard Disk Boot Option #6 USB Flash Boot Option #7 Network Windows 7 or other OS: Boot policy for Legacy OS Windows 8: Boot Policy for UEFI OS without Compatibility Support Module (CSM) Manual: User customized CSM parameters & boot policy → : Select Screen ↑/Click: Select Item Enter/DBI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Boot Configuration

This item shows the information of the Boot Configuration.

Operation System Select (Windows7 or other OS)

This item is used to select the operation system.

Launch PXE OpROM (Disabled)

The item enables or disables launch PXE Option ROM.

Launch Storage OpROM (Enabled)

The item enables or disables launch Storage Option ROM.

Quiet Boot (Enabled)

This item enables or disables quiet boot.

Boot mode select (LEGACY)

Use this item to select boot mode.

Set Boot Priority

This item enables you to set boot priority for all boot devices.

Boot Option #1/2/3/4/5/6/7

These items show the boot priorities.

Security Menu

This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Administrator Password Status Not Install User Password Status Not Install Administrator Password System Mode state Setup Secure Boot state Disabled Secure Boot Disabled Set Administrator Password --- : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/DbI Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit

Administrator Password Status (Not Install)

This item shows administrator password installed or not.

User Password Status (Not Install)

This item shows user password installed or not.

System Mode state (Setup)

This item shows system mode setup or not.

Secure Boot state (Disabled)

This item allows you to enable or disable the secure boot state.

Secure Boot (Disabled)

This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in User Mode.

Exit Menu

This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes.

ELITEGROUP Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Save Changes and Reset Reset the system after Discard Changes and Exit saving the changes. Discard Changes and Reset Save Options Save Changes Discard Changes Restore Defaults : Select Screen ↑↓/Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Restore User Defaults Restore User Defaults Boot Override

Save Changes and Reset

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made and resit.

Discard Changes and Exit

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and exit.

Discard Changes and Reset

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made and reset.

Save Options

This item enables you to save the options that you have made.

Save Changes

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made.

Discard Changes

This item enables you to discard any changes that you have made.

Restore Defaults

This item enables you to restore the system defaults.

Save as User Defaults

This item enables you to save the changes that you have made as user defaults.

This item enables you to restore user defaults.

Boot Override

Use this item to select the boot device.

Updating the BIOS

You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer's Web site. New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows:

1 If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing.
2 If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Advanced BIOS features, disable it. (Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten.)
3 Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.)
4 Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer's Web site. Copy these files to the bootable device.
5 Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your computer. (You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to boot from the bootable device first.)
6 At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and the file name of the new BIOS and then press . Example: AFUDOS.EXE 040706.ROM
7 When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device from the computer and restart your computer. If your motherboard has a Flash BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.

This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard.

Chapter 4

Using the Motherboard Software

Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8

The auto-install DVD-ROM makes it easy for you to install the drivers and software. The support software DVD-ROM disc loads automatically under Windows XP/7/8. When you insert the DVD-ROM disc in the DVD-ROM drive, the auto-run feature will automatically bring up the installation screen. The screen has four buttons on it: Setup, Utilities, Browse CD and Exit.

Mainboard Setup Utility Drivers Utilities Information ESG ELITEGROUP Mainboard : H61H2-M8 BIOS Version : 01/22/12 Driver CD Version : DVD 2.01 Setup Utilities Browse CD Click "Exit" button to close the Auto-Setup window. Browse CD: Open Windows Explorer and show the contents of the support disk. Click the "Setup" button to select and run the software installation program. Click the "Utilities" button to select and install ECS Intelligent Utility.

Running Setup

Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard:

1. Click Setup. The installation program begins:

H61H2-M8 AutoSetup Program Auto Setup Package installed version 2.00.2017 Welcome to the installed world installed for AutoSetup The installed world installed AutoSetup program complete: Software Install Print Next Cancel

The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing.

The motherboard identification is located in the upper left-hand corner.

1. Click Next. The following screen appears:

Auto Setup Package software Version 2.00.0009 Select Features Choose the features Setup will install. Select the features you want to install, clear the features you do not want to install. Info 1824 K Device 3593 T Description Inte(R) ChBoxet Software Installation Utility Version 6.0.0.1.011 Release Date: 2004/05/28 SpaceRequirement C 40765K Space Available C 20063988 K < Back Next > Cancel

1. Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended.
2. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears:

Setup Welcome to the InstallShield(R) Wizard for Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility Welcome to the Intel(R) Chipset Software Installation Utility. This utility will enable/Plug&Play INF support for Intel(R) chipset components.

1. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items.

Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence. Follow the onscreen instructions, confirm commands and allow the computer to re-start a few times to complete the installation.

Windows 8 will show the following screen after system restart, you must select "Desktop" in the bottom left to install the next driver.

Start ecs test Mail Calendar Internet Explorer Store Name People Photo Maps SkyDrive Sports Messaging Video Music Travel Desktops Weather Black USB Games Camera Fiction

Windows 7/8 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select "Yes" to install the next driver. Continue this process to complete the drivers installation.

User Account Control Do you want to allow the following program from an unknown publisher to make changes to this computer? Program name: ChPrio.exe Publisher: Unknown File origin: CD/DVD drive Show details Yes No Change when these notifications appear

Manual Installation

If the auto-install DVD-ROM does not work on your system, you can still install drivers through the file manager for your OS (for example, Windows Explorer). Look for the chipset and motherboard model, and then browse to the directory and path to begin installing the drivers. Most drivers have a setup program (SETUP.EXE) that automatically detects your operating system before installation. Other drivers have the setup program located in the operating system subfolder.

If the driver you want to install does not have a setup program, browse to the operating system subfolder and locate the readme text file (README.TXT or README.DOC) for information on installing the driver or software for your operating system.

ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility)

ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently.

These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software.

eSF

eSF(Smart Fan) utility provides easy and safe way to adjust fan speed in accordance with your PC's system loading and temperature.

It has five modes to adjust fan speed in a safe range without entering the BIOS to optimize your system cooling environment.

eSF EPS-ELITEGROUP CPU Load Filter Full Normal Guar Shell Custom Temperature Auto execute after binding Read Previous Settings Apply

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.

eDLU

ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers.

BFS ELITEGROUP System Information: Processus: XXX-XXXX CPU @ X.XX GHz Motherboard: XXXXX-10 BDOs: American Regalmnds Inc. version: XXXX/30/XX Operating System: Microsoft Windows 300X DDB Start About

eBLU

ECS eBLU utility makes BIOS update faster and easier. eBLU will list the latest BIOS with a default check-mark. Click "install" button to install.

ELITEGROUP System Information Processor: XXX-XXXX CPU - 8.5.5x GHz Masterboard: XXXXX-XX BIOS: American Megabyte Inc. version 3000/2007/xx Operating System: Microsoft Windows 3000X 3000J Recommended Updates Order Current Version Online Version Special Updates Check Updates Install About

Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.

Chapter 5

Trouble Shooting

Start up problems during assembly

After assembling the PC for the first time you may experience some start up problems. Before calling for technical support or returning for warranty, this chapter may help to address some of the common questions using some basic troubleshooting tips. You may also log onto our ECS website for more information: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Support_FAQ.aspx?MenuID=49&childid=M 49&LanID=0

a) System does not power up and the fans are not running.

1. Disassemble the PC to remove the VGA adaptor card, DDR memory, LAN, USB and other peripherals including keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard, CPU with CPU cooler and power supply connected. Make sure the power cord is plugged into the wall socket & the switch on the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is turned "on" as well. Turn on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running.
2. Make sure to remove any unused screws or other metal objects such as screwdrivers from the inside PC case. This is to prevent damage from short circuit.
3. Check the CPU FAN connector is connected to the motherboard.
4. For Intel platforms check the pins on the CPU socket for damage or bent. A bent pin may cause failure to boot and sometimes permanent damage from short circuit.
5. Check the 12V power connector is connected to the motherboard.
6. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.

b) Power is on, fans are running but there is no display

1. Make sure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected to the PC.
2. Check the VGA adapter card (if applicable) is inserted properly.
3. Listen for beep sounds. If you are using internal PC speaker make sure it is connected.

a. continuous 3 short beeps: memory not detected

b. 1 long beep and 8 short beeps: VGA not detected

c) The PC suddenly shuts down while booting up.

1. The CPU may experience overheating so it will shutdown to protect itself. Apply the thermal grease onto the CPU heatsink & ensure the CPU fan is well-connected with the CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system is running.

2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.

Start up problems after prolong use

After a prolong period of use your PC may experience start up problems again. This may be caused by breakdown of devices connected to the motherboard such as HDD, CPU fan, etc. The following tips may help to revive the PC or identify the cause of failure.

1. Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper. Refer to CLR_CMOS jumper in Chapter 2 for Checking Jumper Settings in this user manual. When completed, follow up with a Load Optimised Default in the BIOS setup.
2. Check the CPU cooler fan for dust. Long term accumulation of dust will reduce its effectiveness to cool the processor. Clean the cooler or replace a new one if necessary.
3. Check that the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors. Make sure the latches of the cable and connector are locked into place.
4. Remove the hard drive, optical drive or DDR memory to determine which of these components may be at fault.
5. Check whether there is any bulked up electrolytic capacitor or abnormal component.

Please logo onto our ECS website: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/Technical_Support_List.aspx?MenuID=50&LanID=0 for more information.

Maintenance and care tips

Your computer, like any electrical appliance, requires proper care and maintenance. Here are some basic PC care tips to help prolong the life of the motherboard and keep it running as best as it can.

1. Keep your computer in a well ventilated area. Leave some space between the PC and the wall for sufficient airflow.
2. Keep your computer in a cool dry place. Avoid dusty areas, direct sunlight and areas of high moisture content.
3. Routinely clean the CPU cooler fan to remove dust and hair.
4. In places of hot and humid weather you should turn on your computer once every other week to circulate the air and prevent damage from humidity.
5. Add more memory to your computer if possible. This not only speeds up the system but also reduces the loading of your hard drive to prolong its life span.
6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices.

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart

graph TD
    A["ug@rewoP"] --> B{Unit}
    B -->|Yes| C{Check if monitor has display}
    C -->|No| D{dn#os peeB}
    D -->|Yes| E[":speeb trohs 3lf-DIMM memory not properly inserted or memory failure"]
    D -->|No| F["kce: dna SOMC RLC rewp V21 UPC fi detcennec si"]
    F --> G["CP eht catseR"]
    G --> H{rotmic: yalpsid sah}
    H -->|Yes| I["CLR CMOS and restart. AMR catnoc ,ll&f"]
    H -->|No| J["eltborp draoB AMR catnoc >-"]
    I --> K["d"]
    J --> K
    K --> L["eut received larehpireP elborp DD rpre ntes NO MCRD not een"]
    L --> M["tratser dna"]
    D --> N["?draop ro USP htiw melborP AMR tcatnoc >elborp draob fi"]
    N --> O["hc#ws USP no nruT texcos llaw otcennoc r .tratser dna"]
    O --> P["M C SSC tratser dna"]
    N --> Q["uldei droc Tectna CA No ?no dengrtnews USP dna gg"]
    Q --> R["?draop ro USP htiw melborP AMR tcatnoc >elborp draob fi"]
    R --> S["eltborp draoB AMR tcatnoc >-"]
    S --> T["ts ot liatsyS estgIB ydore aft"]

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Chapter 5