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  • Page 1 P8H67-V...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notices ......................vi Safety information ..................vii About this guide ..................vii P8H67-V specifications summary ............. ix Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ..........1-3 Before you proceed ..............
  • Page 4 Managing and updating your BIOS ..........2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ............2-4 BIOS setup program ..............2-7 Main menu .................. 2-11 2.3.1 System Language ............2-11...
  • Page 5 Option ROM Messages ..........2-28 2.7.4 Setup Mode ..............2-28 2.7.5 Boot Option Priorities ............ 2-28 2.7.6 Boot Override ..............2-28 Tools menu ................. 2-29 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-29 2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ............2-29 Exit menu ..................2-30...

  • Page 6: Notices

    Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 9: P8H67-V Specifications Summary

    Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® The Max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on market. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
  • Page 10 P8H67-V specifications summary Storage Intel H67 Express Chipset: ® - 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors (blue) - 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors (gray) - Intel Rapid Storage technology supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 ® VT6415: ® - 1 Ultra DMA 133/100 for up to 2 PATA devices...
  • Page 11 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield User Manual Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9 in (30.5 cm x 22.9 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    ® The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.
  • Page 14 Intel H67 Express Chipset ® The Intel H67 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to ® support the new 1155 socket Intel Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 2nd ® generation processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability.

  • Page 15: Innovative Asus Features

    Get your system up and running in no time. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away.

  • Page 16: Asus Mylogo2

    BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 17: Before You Proceed

    ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

  • Page 18: Motherboard Overview

    Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H67-V Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 19: Motherboard Layout

    6. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 1-29 14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-28 DRAM LED 1-33 15. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 1-24 8. MemOK! switch 1-31 16. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-24 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 20: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket.
  • Page 21 CPU notches. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending Gold the connectors on the socket and triangle damaging the CPU! mark Alignment keys ASUS P8H67-V...
  • Page 22 Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer. Some heatsinks come with pre- applied thermal paste. If so, skip this step.

  • Page 23: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    The type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but the installation steps and functions should remain the same. The illustration above is for reference only. ASUS P8H67-V 1-11...

  • Page 24: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. CPU_FAN P8H67-V P8H67-V CPU fan connector Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

  • Page 25: System Memory

    DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets P8H67-V Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8H67-V 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H67-V 1-13...

  • Page 26: Memory Configurations

    (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • The Max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update the QVL once the DIMMs are available on market. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL.
  • Page 27 P8H67-V Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability DIMM Chip support Vendors Part No. Size Chip No. Timing Voltage Brand A* B* C* A-Data AD31333001GOU A-Data AD30908C8D-151C E0906 - • • • A-Data AD31333G001GOU 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS 8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V •...
  • Page 28 DDR3-1333MHz capability DIMM Chip support Vendors Part No. Size Chip No. Timing Voltage Brand A* B* C* MICRON MT8JTF25664AZ-1G4D1 MICRON D9LGK • • • Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G4F1 Micron 9KF27D9KPT • • • MICRON MT16JTF51264AZ-1G4D1 MICRON D9LGK • • • OCZ3F13334GK 4GB(2x2GB) DS 9-9-9-20 1.7V •...
  • Page 29 We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for better compatibility. • C*: four (4) modules inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H67-V 1-17...

  • Page 30: Installing A Dimm

    1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. Press the retaining clips outward to DIMM notch unlock a DIMM socket.

  • Page 31: Expansion Slots

    This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots that support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P8H67-V 1-19...
  • Page 32 PCI Express operating mode VGA configuration PCIe x16_1 PCIe x16_2 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (Recommended for single VGA card) Dual VGA/PCIe card • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance.

  • Page 33: Jumpers

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) P8H67-V Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

  • Page 34: Connectors

    1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 5 6 7 8 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard/mouse. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices.
  • Page 35 • During POST, only the monitor connected to the D-Sub port has display. The dual display function works only under Windows. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 2.0/1.1 devices. ASUS P8H67-V 1-23...

  • Page 36: Internal Connectors

    P8H67-V Front panel audio connector If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, ensure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is set to [HD Audio]. If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97].
  • Page 37 P8H67-V fan connectors • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CAH_FAN 2 for better thermal environment.
  • Page 38 SATA3G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 P8H67-V SATA connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
  • Page 39 The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS P8H67-V...
  • Page 40 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. P8H67-V SPDIF_OUT P8H67-V Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 41 • Use the 80-conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133/100 IDE devices. If any device jumper is set as “Cable-Select”, ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting. PRI_EIDE P8H67-V NOTE:Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1. P8H67-V IDE connector ASUS P8H67-V 1-29...

  • Page 42: System Panel Connector

    IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8H67-V System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 43: Onboard Switches

    If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
  • Page 44 GPU Boost switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the GPU Boost function. GPU Boost P8H67-V P8H67-V GPU Boost switch 1-32 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 45: Onboard Leds

    SB_PWR Standby Power Powered Off P8H67-V Onboard LED DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved.

  • Page 46: Software Support

    The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 47: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. ®...

  • Page 48: Asus Ez Flash 2

    Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 49: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 50: Asus Bios Updater

    2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 51 The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07 Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: P8H67-V BOARD: Unknown VER: 0217 VER:...

  • Page 52: Updating The Bios File

    • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 53: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: •...

  • Page 54: Bios Menu Screen

    Power Saving mode Displays the system properties of the Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode selected mode on the right hand side Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system.

  • Page 55: Advanced Mode

    The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu bar...

  • Page 56: Menu Items

    You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and press <Enter> or click on it to display a list of options. 2-10 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 57: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main...

  • Page 58: Administrator Password

    To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 59: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.

  • Page 60: Memory Frequency

    Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-14 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 61: Cpu Offset Mode Sign

    The following three items appear only when you set both the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and Turbo Mode items to [Enabled]. Long duration power limit [Auto] Use <+>/<-> to adjust the value. Long duration maintained [Auto] Use <+>/<-> to adjust the value. Short duration power limit [Auto] Use <+>/<->...

  • Page 62: Dram Voltage

    This item allows you to set this function for better system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. 2.4.13 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2-16 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 63: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Ai Tweaker Main...
  • Page 64 Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C1E [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. 2-18 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 65: System Agent Configuration

    CPU C3 Report [Disabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [ACPI C-2] [ACPI C-3] CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Package C State limit [No Limit] We recommend that you set this item to [No Limit] for BIOS to automatically detect the C-State mode supported by your CPU.

  • Page 66: Sata Configuration

    S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-20 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 67: Usb Configuration

    2.5.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems (OS).

  • Page 68: Serial Port Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] Allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] 2-22 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 69: Apm

    2.5.7 Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.

  • Page 70: Monitor Menu

    The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed. 2-24 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 71: Cpu Q-Fan Control

    2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.

  • Page 72: Cpu Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage

    The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-26 ASUS P8H67-V...

  • Page 73: Boot Menu

    [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Disabled] and allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report.

  • Page 74: Option Rom Messages

    • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: - Press <F5>...

  • Page 75: Tools Menu

    > ASUS O.C. Profile 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 76: Exit Menu

    Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.

  • Page 77: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-010923*...

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