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BCM RX61H User Manual

Intel h61 micro atx motherboard (matx) supports 2nd/3rd generation intel core i7/i5/i3 processors (sandy bridge/ivy bridge processors)
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RX61H
Ver 1.0
User's Manual
Intel® H61 Micro ATX Motherboard (mATX) supports 2nd/3rd Generation
Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 Processors (Sandy Bridge/Ivy Bridge Processors)

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  • Page 1 RX61H Ver 1.0 User’s Manual Intel® H61 Micro ATX Motherboard (mATX) supports 2nd/3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 Processors (Sandy Bridge/Ivy Bridge Processors)

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. 2 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 3: Safety Declaration

    This device complies with the requirements in Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  This device may not cause harmful interference.  This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. RX61H User’s Manual 3...

  • Page 4: About This Guide

    CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. 4 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 5 Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D> Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line: afudos /i[filename] afudos /iP5P800VM.ROM RX61H User’s Manual 5...

  • Page 6: Packing List

    RX61H User’s Manual Packing List Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the following materials have been shipped: 1 x RX61H Micro-ATX Main board  1 x DVD-ROM contains OS device drivers  2 x SATA cables ...

  • Page 7: Revision History

    RX61H User’s Manual Revision History Revision Revision History Date V 1.0 First release version 2012/08/31 RX61H User’s Manual 7...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    System Memory ......................26 Expansion Card......................30 Jumpers ........................33 Connectors.........................35 Chapter 2 - BIOS Setup ......................44 BIOS Setup Program ....................44 BIOS Menu Screen ....................46 Main Setup .........................47 Advanced BIOS Setup ....................48 Chipset ........................63 Boot..........................72 Security ........................73 Save & Exit.........................74 8 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 9: Specifications Summary

    1 x PCI 2.3 1 x VGA & 1 x DVI-D 2 x COM 10 x USB 2.0 4 x SATAII (support IDE, AHCI) 1x LPT (pin header) 1x PS2 MS/KB Others 8 Bit GPIO (DIO)/Front audio RX61H User’s Manual 9...

  • Page 10: Specifications

    Line in, Line Out, Mic-in Ethernet LAN1 Intel 82579LM GbLAN Controller LAN2 Intel 82583V GbLAN Controller (Optional) Back I/O Port 1 x PS2 KB/MS 1 x VGA Back Panel 1 x DVI-D 2 x COM port 2 x RJ45 port 10 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 11 AT/ATX Operating Temperature 0~60°C (32~140°F) Operating Humidity 5%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing 9.6" x 9.6" (243.84 mm x 243.84 mm) Size (L x W) 1.35 lbs (0.64 Kg) Weight * Specifications are subject to change without notice. RX61H User’s Manual 11...

  • Page 12: Chapter 1 - Product Introduction

    • DirectX® 10.1 & Open GL 3.0 let you enjoy awesome graphics performance, stunning 3D visual effect and dynamic interactivity • Memory support, integrated low voltage DDR3 memory controller • Operating system support: - Microsoft -WindRiver -Redhat -Novell -Green Hills -QNX 12 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 13 - One PCI 2.3 interface - Four Gen 2.0 SATA ports - Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Controller (GbE MAC) IPv4 and IPv6 Checksum Offload - High Definition Audio - USB: Gen 2.0, up to 10 ports RX61H User’s Manual 13...
  • Page 14 Supports SPI devices - Hardware Monitor Fan control (Voltage, Temp) Watchdog timer • Power Management - Dual Dynamic Power Management Separate power planes for cores and memory controller - Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) 3.0 14 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 15: Before You Proceed

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. RX61H User’s Manual 15...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Overview

    Place eight (8) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. 16 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 17 1.3.4 Layout Content List Slots & socket Label Function Note Page CPU1 LGA1155 CPU socket DIMMA1 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slot A1 DIMMB1 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slot B1 PCIEX16 PCI-e x16 Slot PCIEX1_1 PCI-e x1 Slot PCIEX1_2 PCI Slot RX61H User’s Manual 17...
  • Page 18 Amplifier Connector 4 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm SATA1~4 Serial ATA Connectors 1~4 7-pin header USB56, 78, 910 USB 2.0 Connector 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm LANLED1 LAN LED header 5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm 18 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. RX61H User’s Manual 19...
  • Page 20 To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Lift the Load lever with your thumb and forefinger to around 180º angle (A), then pull the PnP cap from the CPU socket to remove (B). 20 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 21 (A) until it snaps into the retention tab. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! RX61H User’s Manual 21...
  • Page 22 Motherboard hole Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.  Make sure each fastener is oriented as shown, with the narrow groove directed outward. 22 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 23 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. RX61H User’s Manual 23...
  • Page 24 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 24 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 25 RX61H User’s Manual 5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling. RX61H User’s Manual 25...

  • Page 26: System Memory

    This limitation applies to Windows XP 32-bit version operating system since it does not support PAE (Physical Address Extension) mode.  IF you install Windows XP 32-bit version operating system, we recommend that you install less than 3GB of total memory. 26 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 27 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. DDR3 DIMM notch Unlocked retaining clip RX61H User’s Manual 27...
  • Page 28 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 28 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 29 1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips downward to unlock the DIMM. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Unlocked retaining clip Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. RX61H User’s Manual 29...

  • Page 30: Expansion Card

    3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. 1.6.3 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications. The following figure shows an expansion card installed on the PCI Express x16 slot. 30 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 31 The following figure shows an expansion card installed on the PCI Express x 1 slot. 1.6.5 PCI slot This motherboard supports one PCI slot that complies with the PCI specifications. The following figure shows a audio card installed on the PCI slot. RX61H User’s Manual 31...
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  • Page 33: Jumpers

    You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. RX61H User’s Manual 33...
  • Page 34 RX61H User’s Manual 1.7.2 AT/ATX Power Mode Select (PSON1) This jumper allows you to select ATX Mode or AT mode . 1.7.3 COM1, COM2 RI/+5V/+12V Select (JCOMPWR1, JCOMPWR2) 34 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Connectors

    10. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 11. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone. RX61H User’s Manual 35...
  • Page 36 Note: FAN1 – CPU Fan; FAN2 – System Fan; FAN3 – Chassis Fan Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system damage motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors. 36 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 37 Hard Disk Drive Activity LED (Pin 1-3 HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. RX61H User’s Manual 37...
  • Page 38  Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. See the table below for details. 38 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 39 RX61H User’s Manual 1.8.5 Digital IO Connector (JDIO1) This connector is for 8-bit General purpose I/O function. 1.8.6 LPT Port Connector (LPT) This connector is for print port. RX61H User’s Manual 39...
  • Page 40 I/O module cable to this connector. For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high‑definition audio capability. 1.8.8 Amplifier Connector (JAMP1) 40 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 41 RX61H User’s Manual 1.8.9 Serial ATA Connector (SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) These connectors support SATA 2.0 and are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. RX61H User’s Manual 41...
  • Page 42 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module is purchased separately. 1.8.11 LAN LED Connector (LANLED1) 42 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 43: Chapter 2 - Bios Setup

    RX61H User’s Manual This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS SETUP RX61H User’s Manual 43...

  • Page 44: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.  Visit the system builder’s website to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard 44 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 45 <F9> to load the optimal default values. While moving around through the Setup program, note that explanations appear in the Item Specific Help window located to the right of each menu. This window displays the help text for the currently highlighted field. RX61H User’s Manual 45...

  • Page 46: Bios Menu Screen

    To access the menu items, press the up/down/right/left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted, then press [Enter] to open the specific menu. 46 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 47: Main Setup

    Displays the BIOS version  CPU Information Displays the auto-detected CPU information  Memory Information Displays the auto-detected system memory information  System Date The date format is <Date>,<Month>,<Day>,<Year>.  System Time The time format is <Hour>,<Minute>,<Second>. RX61H User’s Manual 47...

  • Page 48: Advanced Bios Setup

    The Advanced BIOS Setup screen is shown below. The sub menus are described on the following pages. Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 48 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 49 PCI bus. Configuration options: [32 PCI Bus Clocks] [64 PCI Bus Clocks] [96 PCI Bus Clocks] [128 PCI Bus Clocks] [160 PCI Bus Clocks] [192 PCI Bus Clocks] [224 PCI Bus Clocks] [248 PCI Bus Clocks] RX61H User’s Manual 49...
  • Page 50 Enable or disable system wake on alarm even. When enabled, system will wake upon the hr/min/sec specified. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Wake on PCI PME [Enabled] Control PCI device wake up function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 50 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 51 Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] [4] It depends on each CPU type.  Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] When enable, a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] RX61H User’s Manual 51...
  • Page 52 RX61H User’s Manual 2.4.4 SATA Configuration  SATA Controller(s) [Enabled] Enabled or disabled SATA device Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  SATA Mode Selection [IDE] Determines how SATA controller(s) operate Configuration options: [IDE][AHCI] 52 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 53 Display how many devices are connected.  Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Enables Legacy USB support. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB devices are connected. DISABLE option will keep USB devices available only for EFI applications. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled][Auto] RX61H User’s Manual 53...
  • Page 54 RX61H User’s Manual 2.4.6 Super IO Configuration System Super IO Chip Parameters. Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip [NCT6776F] 54 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 55 Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] RX61H User’s Manual 55...
  • Page 56 Configuration options: [Auto] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. 10, 11, 12] 56 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 57  Device Mode [Auto] Change the printer port mode Configuration options: [STD Printer Mode] [SPP Mode] [EPP-1.9 and SPP Mode] [EPP-1.7 and SPP Mode] [ECP Mode] [ECP and EPP 1.9 Mode] [ECP and EPP 1.7 Mode] RX61H User’s Manual 57...
  • Page 58 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  GPIO Group Control [Disabled] Configure the digital GPIO pins Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Configuration options: [Input] [Output low] [Output high] 2.4.7 Hardware Monitor  PC Health Stutus Display system health status 58 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 59 RX61H User’s Manual 2.4.7.1 Smart Fan Set smart fan function  Smart Fan Function [Enabled] Enabled or disabled smart fan function Configuration options: [Disable] [Enabled] RX61H User’s Manual 59...
  • Page 60 Configuration options: [Disable] [40 C] [45 C] [50 C] [55 C] [60 C] [65 C] [70 C]  CPU MIN.FAN Speed(%) [62.5%] Set minimum CPU fan speed Configuration options: [12.5%] [25%] [37.5%] [50%] [62.5%] [75%] [87.5%]  System Smart Fan Target [Disabled] Enabled or Disabled System Smart Fan Function 60 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 61 Controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy storage OpROM Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Other PCI device ROM priority [UEFI OpROM] For PCI devices other than Network, mass storage or video defines which OpROM to launch Configuration options: [UEFI OpROM] [Legacy OpROM] RX61H User’s Manual 61...
  • Page 62 CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Enabled or disabled CPU C6 (ACPI C3) report to OS Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  CPU C7 Report [Enabled] Enabled or disabled CPU C7 (ACPI C3) report to OS Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 62 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 63: Chipset

    RX61H User’s Manual 2.5 Chipset RX61H User’s Manual 63...
  • Page 64 RX61H User’s Manual 2.8.1 PCH-IO Configuration Display PCH Information 64 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 65 2.8.1.1.1 PCI Express Root Port 1  PCIe Speed [Auto] Select PCI Express port speed Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1][Gen2] 2.8.1.1.2 PCI Express Root Port 2  PCIe Speed [Auto] Select PCI Express port speed Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1][Gen2] RX61H User’s Manual 65...
  • Page 66 Control the USB EHCI (USB 2.0) functions. One EHCI controller must always be enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  USB Ports Per-Port Disable Cont [Disabled] Control each of the USB ports (0~10) disabling Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 66 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 67 Select Amplifier GAIN value Configuration options: [15.3db] [21.2db] [27.2db] [31.8db]  LAN1 Controller [Enabled] Enable/Disable LAN1 Controller Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  LAN1 Option-ROM [Disabled] Enable/Disable LAN1 boot option for legacy network devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] RX61H User’s Manual 67...
  • Page 68 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]  Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] Specify what state to go to when power is re-applied after a power failure Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last state] 2.8.2 System Agent (SA) Configuration 68 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 69 DVMT Total Graphic Mem [256M] Select DVMT 5.0 total graphic memory size used by internal graphics device Configuration options: [128M] [256M] [MAX]  Primary IGD Boot Display [VBIOS Default] Select the video device which will be activated during POST RX61H User’s Manual 69...
  • Page 70 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1]  Enable PEG [Auto] Enabled or disabled PEG Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto]  Detect Non-Compliance Device [Disabled] Detect non-compliance PCI express device in PEG Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 70 RX61H User’s Manual...
  • Page 71 RX61H User’s Manual 2.8.2.3 Memory Configuration Display Memory information RX61H User’s Manual 71...

  • Page 72: Boot

     Customer Logo [Disabled] Show custom logo in POST screen Configuration options: [Disable] [Enabled]  Set Boot Priority Boot Configuration options: [CD/DVD] [Hard Disk] [USB Floppy] [USB CD/DVD] [USB Hard Disk] [USB KEY] [Network] [UEFI] [Disable] 72 RX61H User’s Manual...

  • Page 73: Security

    RX61H User’s Manual 2.7 Security  Administrator Password Set setup Administrator Password  User Password Set User Password RX61H User’s Manual 73...

  • Page 74: Save & Exit

    Save changes and Exit Exit system setup after saving the changes.  Discard changes and Exit Exit system setup without saving the changes.  Load Optimized Defaults Restore the user defaults values for all the setup options 74 RX61H User’s Manual...

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