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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
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
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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 1.0 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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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 Security Menu.................54 Exit Menu................55 Updating the BIOS..............57 Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM........59 Auto-installing under Windows XP/Vista/7........59 ..Running Setup..............60 Manual Installation................62 Utility Software Reference..............62 Chapter 6 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly..........63 Start up problems after prolong use..........64 Maintenance and care tips..............64 Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...........65...
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Page 5: Introducing The Motherboard
Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the H61H2-M12 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1155 socket for new 2 Generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3 series processor/Intel Pentium /Celeron processors for high-end business or personal desktop markets. -
Page 6: Feature
Feature Processor The motherboard uses an LGA1155 type of socket that carries the following features: • Accommodates new 2 Generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3 series processor/ Intel Pentium /Celeron processors • Supports “Hyper-Threading” technology CPU • One PCI Express x16 Gen2 port supporting up to 5 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
1 x LDC header • AMI BIOS with 32Mb SPI Flash ROM System BIOS • Support Multi-language BIOS Utility • Support ECS M.I.B III Utility • Support eBLU/eDLU/eSF AP support Form Factor • Micro-ATX Size, 225mm x 170mm Introducing the Motherboard... -
Page 9: Motherboard Components
Motherboard Components Introducing the Motherboard... - Page 10 Table of Motherboard Components LABEL COMPONENTS LGA1155 socket for new 2 Generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3 1. CPU Socket series processor/Intel Pentium Celeron processors 2. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector 3. DDR3_1~2 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots 4. ATX_POWER Standard 24-pin ATX power connector 5.
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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 CLR_CMOS 3-pin Clear CMOS 2-3: CLEAR CLR_CMOS Before clearing the CMOS, make sure to 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 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 ·...
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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 * For reference only Installing the Motherboard...
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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.
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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 SATA1~4: Serial ATA connectors These connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 3.0Gb/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.
- Page 22 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. Pin 1-2 Function Short Chassis cover is removed Open Chassis cover is closed ME_UNLOCK: ME Unlock Header Pin 1-2 Function...
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Page 23: 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 24: 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. VGA Port Connect your monitor to the VGA port. -
Page 25: 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 26 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 27 ATX12V: ATX 12V Power Connector Signal Name Ground Ground +12V +12V SPK: Internal speaker Signal Name Signal Installing the Motherboard...
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Page 28: 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 29: 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 30: Resetting The Default Cmos Values
Press the delete key to access BIOS Setup Utility. 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. -
Page 31: Bios Navigation Key
In this manual, default values are enclosed in parenthesis. Submenu items are denoted by a 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 32: Main Menu
Advanced Select the advanced icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse to display the the following screen. Main Menu This menu shows the information of BIOS and enables you to set the system language, date and time. Main Advanced Chipset... -
Page 33: 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 Legacy OpROM Support Enabled/Disabled Onboard Launch PXE OpROM Disabled LAN Option ROM Launch Storage OpROM Enabled LAN Configuration : Select Screen... -
Page 34: Lan Configuration
LAN Configuration The item in the menu shows the LAN-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit LAN Configuration Enabled/Disabled Onboard LAN Controller Onboard LAN Controller Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. -
Page 35: 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 Smart Fan Function CPU Fan Speed 1702 RPM CPU Voltage 1.176V... - Page 36 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 Quite mode, the fan speed will be auto minimized for quiet environment.
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Page 37: 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 USB2.0 (S3) Disabled Resume By PS2 KB (S3) Disabled... -
Page 38: Acpi Configuration
ACPI Configuration 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: Cpu Configuration
CPU Configuration The item in the menu shows the CPU. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit CPU Configuration Disabled for Windows XP Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz EMT64 Supported Processor Speed 3100 MHz Processor Stepping 206a6 Microcode Revision Processor Cores Intel HT Technology Not Supported... -
Page 40: Sata Configuration
Execute Disable Bit (Enabled) This item allows the processor to classify areas in memory by where application codecan execute and where it cannot. When a malicious worm attempts to insert code inthe buffer, the processor disables code execution, preventing damage or worm propa-gation. - Page 41 Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit SATA Configuration (1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI Mode. SATA Mode AHCI Mode Aggressive Link Power Management Enabled SATA Port1 Not Present Staggered Spin-up Disabled External SATA Port Disabled : Select Screen SATA Port2 Not Present /Click: Select Item Staggered Spin-up...
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Page 42: Usb Configuration
USB Configuration Use this item to show the information of USB configuration. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit USB Configuration Enabled/Disabled All USB Devices All USB Devices Enabled Legacy USB Support Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. -
Page 43: Super Io Configuration
Super IO Configuration Use this item to show the information of 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 Finteck F71808 Serial Port 0 Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select... -
Page 44: 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 North Bridge North Bridge Parameters South Bridge Me Subsystem : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select... - Page 45 Intel integrated Graphics and one or two PCI-Express graphics de- vices under Windows 7. 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 46 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 47 Step 4. Change the appearance of your displays under Windows 7. 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 48 Search Control Panel Control Panel All Control Panel Items Display Screen Resolution Change the apprearance of your displays Detect Identify Display: 3. 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 49 South Bridge Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit South Bridge Specify what state to go to when power is Restore AC Power Loss Power Off re-applied after a power failure (G3 state).
- Page 50 ME Subsystem Scroll to this item and press <Enter> to view the following screen. Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Intel ME Subsystem Configuration ME Subsystem Help ME Version 7.0.4.1197 ME Subsystem Enabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt.
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Page 51: 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 52 ICC Enable (Disabled) This item allows you to enable or disable current ICC. Press <Esc> to return to the M.I.B III Menu page. Memory Voltage Control Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit...
- Page 53 Performance Tunning Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Performance Tunning CPU Configuration CPU Configuration Chipset Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults...
- Page 54 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (Enabled) This item allows users to enable or disable the EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology). Long Duration Maintained (1) Use this item to control the time window over PL1 value should be maintained. This is for Turbo mode. Turbo Mode (Enabled) This item allows you to control the Intel Turbo Boost Technology.
- Page 55 Chipset Configuration Scroll to this item to view the following screen: Main Advanced Chipset M.I.B III Boot Security Exit Memory Multiplier Configuration Disabled/Enabled GT OverClocking Memory Multiplier 13.33 Memory Timing Configuration CAS# Latency (tCL) Row Precharge Time (tRP) RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) RAS# Active Time (tRAS) Write Recovery Time (tWR) Row Refresh Cycle Time (tRFC)
- Page 56 Active to Active Delay(tRRD) (4) This item controls the ACTIVE bank x to ACTIVE bank y delay in memory clock cycles. Read CAS# Precharge (tRTP) (5) This item controls the Read to PRECHARGE delay for memory devices, in memory clock cycles. Four Active Window Delay(tFAW) (20) This item controls the four bank activate time in memory clock cycles.
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Page 57: 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 Select the keyboard NumLock state Bootup NumLock State Set Boot Priority 1st Boot Hard Disk 2nd Boot CD/DVD 3rd Boot USB Floppy/Floppy 4th Boot... -
Page 58: Security Menu
NETWORK Device BBS Priorities This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing network devices. UEFI Boot Drive BBS Priorities This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing UEFI Boot drives. -
Page 59: 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 Back to EZ Mode Go back to EZ Mode Save Changes and Exit Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset : Select Screen... - Page 60 Boot Override Use this item to select the boot device. Using BIOS...
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Page 61: Updating The Bios
Updating the BIOS You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer’s Website. 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 62 Memo Using BIOS...
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Page 63: Using The Motherboard Software
Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software About the Software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM The support software DVD-ROM/CD-ROM that is included in the motherboard package contains all the drivers and utility programs needed to properly run the bundled products. Below you can find a brief description of each software program, and the location for your motherboard version. -
Page 64: Running Setup
Drivers Click the Setup button to run the software installation program. Setup Select from the menu which software you want to install. Click the Utilities button to display the application software and Utilities other software utilities that are available on the disk. Select the sofware you want to install then follow installation procedure. - Page 65 Click Next. The following screen appears: Check the box next to the items you want to install. The default options are recom- mended. Click Next 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.
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Page 66: Manual Installation
Windows Vista/7 will appear below UAC (User Account Control) message after the system restart. You must select “Allow” to install the next driver. Continue this process to complete the drivers installation. Manual Installation Insert the disk in the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive and locate the PATH.DOC file in the root directory. -
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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