ECS H61H2-M User Manual
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Version 1.1C
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particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and
to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the
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MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
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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 installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference 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 manu-
facturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Preface
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  • Page 1 Preface Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author. Version 1.1C Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    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 interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation. Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- causing Equipment Regulations.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    T T T T T ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS Preface Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction...................1 Feature....................2 Specifications................4 Motherboard Components............5 Chapter 2 7 7 7 7 7 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions................7 Choosing a Computer Case.............7 Installing the Motherboard in a Case..........7...
  • Page 4 Using the Motherboard Software Auto-installing under Windows XP/7/8........59 ..Running Setup..............59 Manual Installation................61 ECS Utility Software ..............61 Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly..........63 Start up problems after prolong use..........64 Maintenance and care tips..............64 Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...........65...
  • Page 5: Introducing The Motherboard

    Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the H61H2-M motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support LGA1155 socket ® ® ® for latest Intel Core Family/ Pentium / Celeron processors* ®...
  • Page 6: Feature

    Feature Processor The motherboard uses an LGA1155 type of socket that carries the following features: ® ® ® • Latest Intel Core Family/ Pentium / Celeron processors • One PCI Express x16 Gen3 port supporting up to 8 GB/s direction peak bandwidth “Hyper-Threading”...
  • Page 7: Bios Firmware

    Onboard LAN (Optional) The onboard LAN provides the following features: • Supports PCI Express • Integrated 10/100/1000 transceiver • Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support • Supports PCI Express • Integrated 10/100 transceiver • Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support Expansion Options The motherboard comes with the following expansion options: •...
  • Page 8: Specifications

    Specifications ® ® • LGA1155 socket for latest Intel Core Family/ Pentium ® Celeron processors • Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU ® Chipset • Intel H61 Chipset Memory • Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture • 4 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB •...
  • Page 9: Motherboard Components

    • AMI BIOS with 32Mb SPI Flash ROM System BIOS • Supports Plug and Play, STR(S3)/STD(S4), Hardware monitor, Multi Boot • Supports ACPI & DMI • Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS • F7 hot key for boot up devices option Form Factor •...
  • Page 10 Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS ® ® LGA1155 socket for Latest Intel Core Family/Pentium 1. CPU Socket ® / Celeron processors 2. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector 3. DDR3_1~4 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots 4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector 5.
  • Page 11: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard Safety Precautions • Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard • Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid dam- age from static electricity • Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before working on the motherboard •...
  • Page 12: Checking Jumper Settings

    Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard. Checking Jumper Settings This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard. Setting Jumpers Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with more than one pin are numbered.
  • Page 13: Checking Jumper Settings

    Checking Jumper Settings The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is labeled. Jumper Settings Type Jumper Description Setting (default) 1-2: NORMAL 2-3: CLEAR CLR_CMOS 3-pin Clear CMOS Before clearing the CMOS, make sure to CLR_CMOS turn off the system.
  • Page 14: Installing Hardware

    Installing Hardware Installing the Processor Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface-mount resis- tors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.
  • Page 15: Cpu Installation Procedure

    CPU Installation Procedure The following illustration shows CPU installation components. A. Disengaging of the Load Lever · Press the hook of lever down and pull it to the right side to release it from retention tab. B. Opening of the Load Plate ·...
  • Page 16: Installing Memory Modules

    1. 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 heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/ heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary. 2.
  • Page 17: Installation Procedure

    1. For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users give priority to the gray DIMMs (DDR3_1/DDR3_3) when installing DIMMs. 2. We suggest users not mix memory type. It is recommended to use the same brand and type memory on this motherboard. Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until you are ready to install it on the motherboard.
  • Page 18: Expansion Slots

    Expansion Slots 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 in- crease the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are not part of the basic system.
  • Page 19 Follow these instructions to install an add-on card: Remove a blanking plate from the system case corresponding to the slot you are going to use. Install the edge connector of the add-on card into the expansion slot. Ensure that the edge connector is correctly seated in the slot. Secure the metal bracket of the card to the system case with a screw.
  • Page 20: Connecting Optional Devices

    Connecting Optional Devices Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional devices: F_AUDIO: Front Panel Audio header This header allows the user to install auxiliary front-oriented microphone and line- out ports for easier access. Signal Name Signal Name PORT 1L AUD_GND PORT 1R...
  • Page 21 F_USB1~2: Front Panel USB 2.0 headers (F_USB1 supports EZ Charger) The motherboard has two USB 2.0 headers supporting four USB 2.0 ports. Addition- ally, some computer cases have USB ports at the front of the case. If you have this kind of case, use auxiliary USB connector to connect the front-mounted ports to the motherboard.
  • Page 22 SPDIFO: SPDIF out header This is an optional header that provides an SPDIFO (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through optical fiber or coaxial connector. Signal Name SPDIFOUT CASE: Chassis Intrusion Detect Header This detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This function needs a chassis equipped with instrusion detection switch and needs to be enabled in BIOS.
  • Page 23 LPT: Onboard parallel port Header This is a header that can be used to connect to the printer, scanner or other devices. Signal Name Signal Name STROBE ERROR INIT SLCT Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground BUSK Ground Ground SLCT TPM(Optional): Trusted Platform Module header Trusted platform module (TPM) is a published specification detailing a microcontrollerthat can store secured information, and implementations of that...
  • Page 24: Installing A Sata Hard Drive

    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 inter- face for the IDE hard drives which are currently used in most PCs.
  • Page 25: Connecting I/O Devices

    Connecting I/O Devices The backplane of the motherboard has the following I/O ports: PS2 Mouse Use the upper PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 pointing device. PS2 Keyboard Use the lower PS/2 port to connect a PS/2 keyboard. DVI Port (HDMI Connect the DVI port to the monitor.
  • Page 26: Connecting Case Components

    Connecting Case Components After you have installed the motherboard into a case, you can begin connecting the motherboard components. Refer to the following: Connect the CPU cooling fan cable to CPU_FAN. Connect the standard power supply connector to ATX_POWER. Connect the case switches and indicator LEDs to the F_PANEL. Connect the system cooling fan connector to SYS_FAN.
  • Page 27 Connecting 4-pin power cable The ATX12V4P power connector is used to provide power to the CPU. When installing 4-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V4P match perfectly. 4-pin power cable CPU_FAN: CPU cooling FAN Power Connector Signal Name Function System Ground...
  • Page 28 ATX12V: ATX 12V Power Connector Signal Name Ground Ground +12V +12V SPK: Internal speaker Signal Name Signal Installing the Motherboard...
  • Page 29: Front Panel Header

    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 informa- tion: Signal Function Signal Function HD_LED_P Hard disk LED(+) 2 FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED(+) HD_LED_N Hard disk LED(- ) FP PWR/SLP *MSG LED(-)
  • Page 30 Memo Installing the Motherboard...
  • Page 31: Using Bios

    Chapter 3 Using BIOS 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.
  • Page 32: Resetting The Default Cmos Values

    Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Choose the system default BIOS Information language System Language English System Date Wed 01/09/2013 System Time 00:00:32 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 33: Bios Navigation Key

    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.
  • Page 34: Main Menu

    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 <Enter> to display the submenu. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Choose the system default BIOS Information language...
  • Page 35: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit ACPI Power Management IEEE 1394 Controller Enabled Configuration LAN Configuration PC Health Status ACPI Settings CPU Configuration SATA Configuration : Select Screen...
  • Page 36: Pc Health Status

    PC Health Status On motherboards support hardware monitoring, this item lets you monitor the parameters for critical voltages, temperatures and fan speeds. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit PC Health Status Smart Fan Function CPU Fan Speed 1584 RPM CPU Voltage 1.248V AXG Voltage...
  • Page 37 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.
  • Page 38: Acpi Setting

    ACPI Setting The item in the menu shows the highest ACPI sleep state when the system enters suspend. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit ACPI Settings Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system ACPI Sleep State S3 (Suspend to RAM)
  • Page 39 Intel(R) Core(TM) i3-3240 CPU @ 3.40GHz This is display-only field and diaplays the information of the CPU installed in your computer. 64-bit (Supported) This item shows the computer supports EMT64. Processor Speed (3400MHz) This item shows the current processor speed. Processor Stepping (206a7) This item shows the processor stepping version.
  • Page 40: Sata Configuration

    SATA Configuration Use this item to show the mode of serial SATA configuration options. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Determines how SATA SATA Configuration Controller(s) operate. SATA Mode IDE Mode SATA Port1 Not Present SATA Port2 Not Present : Select Screen /Click: Select Item SATA Port3...
  • Page 41: Usb Configuration

    USB Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit USB Support Parameters USB Configuration All USB Devices Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 42: Super Io Configuration

    Super IO Configuration Use this item to show the information of the Super IO Configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Super IO Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA) Super IO Chip IT8758 Serial Port 0 Configuration Parallel Port Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item...
  • Page 43 Serial Port 0 Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Serial Port 0 Configuration Enabled or Diabled Serial Port (COM) Serial Port Enabled Device Settings IO=3F8h; IRQ=4; Change Settings Auto : Select Screen...
  • Page 44 Parallel Port Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Enable or Disable Parallel Parallel Port Configuration Port (LPT/LPTE) Parallel Port Enabled Device Settings IO=378h; IRQ=5 Change Settings Auto : Select Screen Device Mode...
  • Page 45: Intel Smart Connect Technology

    Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Use this item to show the information of Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Enabled/Disabled ISCT ISCT Configuration Disabled Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 46: Trusted Computing

    Trusted Computing Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Enables or Disables BIOS TPM Configuration support for security TPM Support Enabled device.O.S. will not show Security Device. TDG EFI protocol and INT1A inter- Current TPM Status Information face will not be available.
  • Page 47: Power Management Setup

    Power Management Setup This page sets up some parameters for system power management operation. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Power Management Setup About Resume by Ring Resume By RING Disabled Resume By PME Disabled Resume By USB 1.x/2.0 (S3) Disabled Resume By PS2 KB (S3) Disabled...
  • Page 48: Chipset Menu

    Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the settings for the North Bridge chipset, South Bridge chipset and other system. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit System Agent (SA) System Agent Configuration Parameters PCH Configuration ME Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item...
  • Page 49 Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics devices under Windows 7/8. Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers.(If you want know the detail information, please refer to chapter 4.)
  • Page 50 Step 2. Install all the drivers of PCI-Express graphic cards. Click the Browse CD item, then appears the following screen. Select the driver you want to install(e.g NVIDIA GeForce 8400 GS(Microsoft Corporation-WDDM v1.1)) and double click Step 3. Enable IGD Multi-Monitor from BIOS. In the following BIOS screen, please set IGD Multi-Monitor to [Enabled].
  • Page 51 Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7/8. 1. Enter the Control Panel menu, select the Display in the All Control Panel Items and click the Screen Resolution, then appears the following screen. Show the path of the setting location Display devices Search Control Panel Control Panel...
  • Page 52 Search Control Panel Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Change the appearance of your displays Detect Identify Display: 4. AL1717 Resolution: 1920 x 1200 (recommended) Orientation: Landscape Multiple displays: Disconnect this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller...
  • Page 53 PCH Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit PCH Configuration Select AC power state when power is re-applied Restore AC Power Loss Power Off after a power failure Audio Configuration Azalia HD Audio Enabled...
  • Page 54 ME Configuration Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Management Engine Technology Configuration ME Subsystem Help ME FW Version 8.1.0.1248 : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
  • Page 55: M.i.b.iii (Mb Intelligent Bios Iii) Menu

    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. Main Advanced Chipset...
  • Page 56 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST(Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology). Graphics Core Ratio Limit (22) 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. Using BIOS...
  • Page 57 Chipset OverClocking Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Memory Multiplier Configuration The selection of Performance Memory Profiles which im- Performance Memory Profiles Automatic pacts memory sizing behav- XMP Profile 1 Supported ior.
  • Page 58 Four Active Window Delay (tFAW) (20) This item controls the four bank activate time in memory clock cycles. Press <Esc> 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.
  • Page 59: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu This page enables you to set the keyboard NumLock state. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Boot Configuration Windows 7 or other OS: Operation System Select Windows7 or other OS Boot policy for Legacy OS Launch PXE OpROM Disabled Launch Storage OpROM Enabled...
  • Page 60: Security Menu

    Security Menu This page enables you to set setup administrator password and user password. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Administrator Password Status Not Install Set Administrator Password User Password Status Not Install Administrator Password System Mode state Setup : Select Screen Secure Boot state...
  • Page 61: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu This page enables you to exit system setup after saving or without saving the changes. 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...
  • Page 62: Updating The Bios

    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, improve- ments in performance, or fixes for known bugs. Install new BIOS as follows: If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing.
  • Page 63: Using The Motherboard Software

    C l i c k t h e “Setup” Click the “ Utilities” button to select and button to select and software install ECS Intelligent installation program. Utility. Running Setup Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard: Click Setup.
  • Page 64 Click Next. The following screen appears: Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: Follow the instructions on the screen to install the items. Drivers and software are automatically installed in sequence.
  • Page 65: Manual Installation

    README.DOC) for information on installing the driver or software for your oper- ating 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.
  • Page 66 Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers. 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. Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required.
  • Page 67: Trouble Shooting

    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.
  • Page 68: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use

    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.
  • Page 70 Memo Trouble Shooting...

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