GA-H61M-DS2

User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-H61MDS2-1002R

Motherboard
GA-H61M-DS2

Jul. 29, 2011

GA-H61M-DS2

Motherboard

Jul. 29, 2011

Copyright
2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners.

Disclaimer
Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE.
Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without
prior notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or
published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.
In order to assist in the use of this product, carefully read the User's Manual.
For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com

Identifying Your Motherboard Revision

The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV: 1.0"
means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before updating
motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:

Table of Contents
GA-H61M-DS2 Motherboard Layout................................................................................5
GA-H61M-DS2 Motherboard Block Diagram...................................................................6
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation......................................................................................7
1-1
1-2
1-3
1-4
1-5
1-6
1-7

Installation Precautions.................................................................................... 7
Product Specifications...................................................................................... 8
Installing the CPU........................................................................................... 10
Installing the Memory......................................................................................11
Installing an Expansion Card...........................................................................11
Back Panel Connectors.................................................................................. 12
Internal Connectors........................................................................................ 13

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup...................................................................................................20

2-1
2-2
2-3
2-4
2-5
2-6
2-7
2-8
2-9
2-10
2-11
2-12
2-13

Startup Screen................................................................................................ 20
The Main Menu............................................................................................... 21
MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)........................................................................ 22
Standard CMOS Features.............................................................................. 28
Advanced BIOS Features............................................................................... 29
Integrated Peripherals.................................................................................... 31
Power Management Setup............................................................................. 32
PC Health Status............................................................................................ 34
Load Fail-Safe Defaults.................................................................................. 35
Load Optimized Defaults................................................................................ 36
Set Supervisor/User Password...................................................................... 36
Save & Exit Setup........................................................................................... 37
Exit Without Saving........................................................................................ 37

Chapter 3 Drivers Installation........................................................................................38

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GA-H61M-DS2 Motherboard Layout

ATX_12V

KB_MS

VGA

LGA1155

CPU_FAN
R_USB

ATX

DDR3_1

BAT

GA-H61M-DS2

PCIEX16

M_BIOS

PCIEX1_1

B_BIOS
CODEC

PCIEX1_2

Intel H61

SYS_FAN
LPT

COMA

F_USB1

F_USB2

SATA2_3 SATA2_1

F_AUDIO

Atheros
GbE LAN

iTE
IT8728

AUDIO

DDR3_2

USB_LAN

SATA2_0
SATA2_2

CLR_CMOS
F_PANEL

Box Contents

GA-H61M-DS2 motherboard
Motherboard driver disk
User's Manual

Two SATA cables

I/O Shield

The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.

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GA-H61M-DS2 Motherboard Block Diagram

1 PCI Express x16

CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz)

LGA1155
CPU

DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz

Dual Channel Memory

DMI 2.0

x16

PCI Express Bus

FDI

PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)

Dual BIOS
D-Sub
4 SATA 3Gb/s
Intel H61

PCI Express Bus

x1

8 USB 2.0/1.1
x1

Atheros
GbE LAN

PCIe CLK
(100 MHz)

LPC
Bus

RJ45

LPT
COM Port

LAN
CODEC

MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out)

Line Out (Front Speaker Out)
Line In (Rear Speaker Out)

2 PCI Express x1

iTE
IT8728

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PS/2 KB/Mouse

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1

Installation Precautions

The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can
become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read
the user's manual and follow these procedures:
Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard,
make sure they are connected tightly and securely.
When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off.
Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
the local voltage standard.
Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected.
To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user.
If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product, please consult a certified computer technician.

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1-2 Product Specifications

CPU

Support for Intel Core i7 processors/Intel Core i5 processors/

Intel Core i3 processors/Intel Pentium processors/Intel Celeron processors
in the LGA1155 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU

Chipset

Intel H61 Express Chipset

Memory

2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory

Onboard
Graphics

Dual channel memory architecture

Support for DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules
Support for non-ECC memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Chipset:
- 1 x D-Sub port

Audio

* Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical
memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB.

Realtek/VIA HD audio codec

High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

* To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and
enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

LAN

1 x Atheros GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16

2 x PCI Express x1 slots
(All PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
Storage Interface Chipset:
- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s devices
USB
Chipset:
- Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through
the internal USB headers)
Internal
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
Connectors
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x system fan header
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x parallel port header
1 x serial port header
1 x clearing CMOS jumper

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Back Panel
Connectors

I/O Controller

iTE IT8728 chip

Hardware
Monitor

BIOS

Unique Features

Bundled
Software
Operating
System
Form Factor

1 x PS/2 keyboard port

1 x PS/2 mouse port
1 x D-Sub port
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x RJ-45 port
3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU fan speed control

* Whether the CPU fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU
cooler you install.

2 x 32 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
Support for DualBIOS
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b
Support for @BIOS
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue
Support for Download Center
Support for Xpress Install
Support for Xpress Recovery2
Support for EasyTune

* Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.

Support for Smart 6

Support for Auto Green
Support for ON/OFF Charge
Support for Cloud OC
Support for 3TB+ Unlock
Support for Q-Share

Norton Internet Security (OEM version)

Support for Microsoft Windows 7/Vista/XP
Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.6cm x 17.4cm

* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information
without prior notice.

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1-3 Installing the CPU

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur.
Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended
that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.

Installing the CPU

A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
LGA1155 CPU Socket
Alignment Key

Alignment Key

Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket

LGA1155 CPU
Notch

Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

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Notch

1-4 Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the memory to prevent hardware damage.
Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

DDR3_1
DDR3_2

This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. After the
memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
The two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as
following:
Channel A: DDR3_1
Channel B: DDR3_2

Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
111 Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is installed.
222 When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, it is recommended that memory of
the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used for optimum performance.

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came
with your expansion card.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
an expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
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1-6 Back Panel Connectors

PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port

Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard.

D-Sub Port

The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection
to this port.

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB flash drive and etc.

RJ-45 LAN Port

The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 1 Gbps data rate. The following
describes the states of the LAN port LEDs.
Connection/
Speed LED

Activity LED

LAN Port

Connection/Speed LED:
State
Orange
Green
Off

Activity LED:

Description
1 Gbps data rate
100 Mbps data rate
10 Mbps data rate

State
Description
Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring
Off
No data transmission or receiving is occurring

Line In Jack (Blue)

The default line in jack. Use this audio jack for line in devices such as an optical drive, walkman, etc.

Line Out Jack (Green)

The default line out jack. Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. This jack can be
used to connect front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration.

Mic In Jack (Pink)

The default Mic in jack. Microphones must be connected to this jack.

To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the
multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.

When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your
device and then remove it from the motherboard.
When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to
prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.
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1-7 Internal Connectors

3
2
12
7
5
4

11
10

1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)

ATX_12V
ATX
CPU_FAN
SYS_FAN
SATA2_0/1/2/3
F_PANEL

7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
12)

F_AUDIO
F_USB1/2
COMA
LPT
CLR_CMOS
BAT

Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:

First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect.
Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the
power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
After installing the device and before turning on the computer, make sure the device cable has
been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard.
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1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector)

With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply
is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design.
Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation. The 12V power connector mainly supplies power to the CPU. If the 12V power connector is not connected, the computer will
not start.
To meet expansion requirements, it is recommended that a power supply that can withstand high
power consumption be used (500W or greater). If a power supply is used that does not provide
the required power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system.
ATX_12V:
2

3
ATX_12V

Pin No.
1
2
3
4

Definition
GND
GND
+12V
+12V

ATX:
12

24

13

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

Definition
Pin No.
3.3V
13
3.3V
14
GND
15
+5V
16
GND
17
+5V
18
GND
19
Power Good
20
5VSB (stand by +5V)
21
+12V
22
+12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 23
3.3V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 24

ATX

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Definition
3.3V
-12V
GND
PS_ON (soft On/Off)
GND
GND
GND
-5V
+5V
+5V
+5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)
GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX)

3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers)

The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN).
Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect
it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU
fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat
dissipation, it is recommended that a system fan be installed inside the chassis.
CPU_FAN:

Pin No.
1
2
3
4

1
CPU_FAN

Definition
GND
+12V
Sense
Speed Control

SYS_FAN:

Pin No.
1
2
3
4

1
SYS_FAN

Definition
GND
+12V
Sense
Reserve

DEBUGDEBUG
PORT PORT

DEBUGDEBUG
PORT PORT

Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. Overheating may result in damage to the CPU or the system may hang.
These fan headers are not configuration jumper blocks. Do not place a jumper cap on the headers.

5) SATA2_0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device.
7

SATA2_1

SATA2_0

SATA2_3

SATA2_2
1

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Definition
GND
TXP
TXN
GND
RXN
RXP
GND

Please connect the L-shaped end of

the SATA cable to your SATA hard
drive.

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6) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header)

Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, and system status indicator on the chassis to this
header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting
the cables.
Power
Switch

Hard Drive Reset

Activity LED Switch

F_PANEL
(H61M-D2)

Power LED
Chassis Intrusion
Header

MSG/PWR (Message/Power/Sleep LED):

Connects to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED
System Status LED
BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC)
is on when the system is operating. The LED is off when the system is in
S0
On
S3/S4/S5
Off
S3/S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).
1

DB_PORT

SPEAK20
19

HD+
HDRESRES+
CICI+

2
1
PWR-

F_PANEL(NH)

F_AUDIO(H)

Speaker

SPEAK+

MSG+
MSGPW+
PW-

Message/Power/
Sleep LED

PWR+

M_SATA

PW (Power Switch):
Connects to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your
system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for
Voltage measurement module(X58A-OC)
more information).
PWM Switch (X58A-OC)
SPEAK (Speaker):
Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. The system reports system startup status by isDIP short beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. If
suing a beep code. One single
a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem.
PCIe powerconnector
(SATA)(X58A-OC)
HD (Hard
Drive Activity LED):
Connects to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive
is reading or writing data.
RES (Reset Switch):
Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer
if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.
CI (Chassis Intrusion Header):
Connects to the chassis intrusion switch/sensor on the chassis that can detect if the chassis cover
has been removed. This function requires a chassis with a chassis intrusion switch/sensor.
1

DIP

DIP

1 2 3

1 2 3

DIP

1 2 3

1 2 3

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power
switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connecting your
chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.
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7) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect
your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module
connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

9
10

1
2

For HD Front Panel Audio:

Pin No. Definition
1
MIC2_L
2
GND
3
MIC2_R
4
-ACZ_DET
5
LINE2_R
6
GND
7
FAUDIO_JD
8
No Pin
9
LINE2_L
10
GND

For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:

Pin No. Definition
1
MIC
2
GND
3
MIC Power
4
NC
5
Line Out (R)
6
NC
7
NC
8
No Pin
9
Line Out (L)
10
NC

The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default.

Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously.
Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire
instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that
has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

8) F_USB1/2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers)

The headers conform to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an
optional USB bracket. For purchasing the optional USB bracket, please contact the local dealer.

9
10

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

1
2

Definition
Power (5V)
Power (5V)
USB DXUSB DYUSB DX+
USB DY+
GND
GND
No Pin
NC

Do not plug the IEEE 1394 bracket (2x5-pin) cable into the USB header.
Prior to installing the USB bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket.

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9) COMA (Serial Port Header)

The COM header can provide one serial port via an optional COM port cable. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer.

9
10

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

1
2

Definition
NDCDNSIN
NSOUT
NDTRGND
NDSRNRTSNCTSNRINo Pin

DEBUG
PORT

10) LPT (Parallel Port Header)

The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional
LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer.
25
26

Pin No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

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Definition
STBAFDPD0
ERRPD1
INITPD2
SLINPD3
GND
PD4
GND
PD5

1
2

Pin No.
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26

Definition
GND
PD6
GND
PD7
GND
ACKGND
BUSY
GND
PE
No Pin
SLCT
GND

11) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper)

Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset
the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, place a jumper cap on the two pins to
temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few
seconds.
Open: Normal

Short: Clear CMOS Values

Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.
After clearing the CMOS values and before turning on your computer, be sure to remove the
jumper cap from the jumper. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard.
After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS
configurations).

12) BAT (Battery)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information)
in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a
low level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

111 Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord.
222 Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for one minute.
(Or use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the positive and negative
terminals of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.)
333 Replace the battery.
444 Plug in the power cord and restart your computer.

Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.
Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with
an incorrect model.
Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by
yourself or uncertain about the battery model.
When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-)
of the battery (the positive side should face up).
Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.
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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on.
To see more advanced BIOS Setup menu options, you can press <Ctrl> + <F1> in the main menu of the
BIOS Setup program.
To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility.
Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating
system.
@BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the
Internet and updates the BIOS.
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current
version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with
caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.
It is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you need to) to prevent system
instability or other unexpected results. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's
failure to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.
(Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter or introductions of the battery/
clearing CMOS jumper in Chapter 1 for how to clear the CMOS values.)

2-1 Startup Screen

The following screens may appear when the computer boots.

A. The LOGO Screen (Default):

Function Keys

B. The POST Screen

Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG
Copyright (C) 1984-2011, Award Software, Inc.

Motherboard Model
BIOS Version

H61M-DS2 E4
.
.
.
.

<DEL>: BIOS Setup <F9>: XpressRecovery2 <F12>: Boot Menu <End>: Qflash
07/14/2011-H61-7A89XG05C-00

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Function Keys

2-2 The Main Menu

Once you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main Menu (as shown below) appears on the screen. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu.

(Sample BIOS Version: E4)

CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Power Management Setup
PC Health Status

ESC: Quit
F8: Q-Flash

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

: Select Item
F10: Save & Exit Setup

F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

F12: Load CMOS from BIOS

Change CPU's Clock & Voltage

If you do not find the settings you want in the Main Menu or a submenu, press <Ctrl>+<F1> to
access more advanced options.
When the system is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your
system to its defaults.
The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for reference only and may differ by BIOS
version.

The Functions of the <F11> and <F12> keys (For the Main Menu Only)

F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

This function allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. You can create up to 8 profiles
(Profile 1-8) and name each profile. First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use
the SPACE key) and then press <Enter> to complete.

F12: Load CMOS from BIOS
If your system becomes unstable and you have loaded the BIOS default settings, you can use this
function to load the BIOS settings from a profile created before, without the hassles of reconfiguring the
BIOS settings. First select the profile you wish to load, then press <Enter> to complete.

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M.I.T Current Status

Advanced Frequency Settings
Advanced Memory Settings
Advanced Voltage Settings
Miscellaneous Settings

BIOS Version
BCLK
CPU Frequency
Memory Frequency
Total Memory Size

E4
99.80 MHz
3193.73 MHz
1330.76 MHz
1024 MB

CPU Temperature

36oC

Vcore
DRAM Voltage

1.188 V
1.584 V

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

Item Help
Menu Level

[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent
on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for
advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system
instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's
failure to boot. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.)
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M.I.T Current Status

Advanced Frequency Settings
Advanced Memory Settings
Advanced Voltage Settings
Miscellaneous Settings

[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]

BIOS Version
BCLK
CPU Frequency
Memory Frequency
Total Memory Size

E4
99.80 MHz
3193.73 MHz
1330.76 MHz
1024 MB

CPU Temperature

36oC

Vcore
DRAM Voltage

1.188 V
1.584 V

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

Item Help
Menu Level

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency,
total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage.

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`` M.I.T. Current Status

This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters.

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CPU Clock Ratio

CPU Frequency
Advanced CPU Core Features
>>>>> Standard Clock Control
System Memory Multiplier
(SPD)
Memory Frequency (Mhz)
1333
Internal Graphics Clock
1100

Enter: Select
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F5: Previous Values

Item Help
Menu Level

[31X]
3.10GHz (100x31)
[Press Enter]
[Auto]
1333
[Auto]

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

Advanced CPU Core Features

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CPU Clock Ratio

[31X]
CPU Frequency
3.10GHz (100x31)
(Note)
Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech.

[Auto]
-Turbo Ratio(1-Core)(Note)
34
Auto
-Turbo Ratio(2-Core)(Note)
33
Auto
(Note)
-Turbo Ratio(3-Core)

33
Auto
(Note)
-Turbo Ratio(4-Core)

32
Auto
-Turbo Power Limit(Watts)
95 [Auto]
-Core Current Limit(Amps)
97 [Auto]
CPU Cores Enabled (Note)
[All]
CPU Multi-Threading (Note)
[Enabled]
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note)
[Auto]
C3/C6 State Support (Note)
[Auto]
CPU Thermal Monitor (Note)
[Auto]
(Note)
CPU EIST Function

[Auto]
Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note)
[Auto]

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

Item Help
Menu Level

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

CPU Clock Ratio

Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU
being installed.

CPU Frequency

Displays the current operating CPU frequency.

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information
about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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 Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

Turbo Ratio (1-Core)/(2-Core)/(3-Core)/(4-Core) (Note)

Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for different number of active cores. Auto sets the CPU Turbo
ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)

Turbo Power Limit (Watts)

Allows you to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU power consumption exceeds the
specified power limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the power.
Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)

Core Current Limit (Amps)

Allows you to set a current limit for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU current exceeds the specified
current limit, the CPU will automatically reduce the core frequency in order to reduce the current.
Auto sets the current limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto)

CPU Cores Enabled (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to enable all CPU cores.

All
Enables all CPU cores. (Default)
1
Enables only one CPU core.
2
Enables only two CPU cores.
3
Enables only three CPU cores.

CPU Multi-Threading (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to enable multi-threading technology when using an Intel CPU that
supports this function. This feature only works for operating systems that support multi-processor mode.
(Default: Enabled)

CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note)

Enables or disables Intel CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system
halt state. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state
to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

C3/C6 State Support (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C3/C6 mode in system halt state. When enabled,
the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power
consumption. The C3/C6 state is a more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS
automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

CPU Thermal Monitor (Note)

Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When
enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets
the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

CPU EIST Function (Note)

Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel
EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to decrease
average power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this
setting. (Default: Auto)

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information
about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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 Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note)

Auto
Lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default)
Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that an overheating is occurring, PROCHOT
signals will be emitted to lower CPU performance to decrease heat production.
Disabled Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is occurring to emit
PROCHOT signals.

>>>>> Standard Clock Control

System Memory Multiplier (SPD)

Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD
data. (Default: Auto)

Memory Frequency(Mhz)

The first memory frequency value is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; the
second is the memory frequency that is automatically adjusted according to the System Memory
Multiplier settings.

Internal Graphics Clock

Allows you to set the onboard graphics clock. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 3000 MHz. (Default:
Auto)

Advanced Memory Settings

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System Memory Multiplier

(SPD)
Memory Frequency (Mhz)
1333
Performance Enhance
DRAM Timing Selectable
(SPD)
Profile DDR Voltage

Profile VTT Voltage

Channel Interleaving
Rank Interleaving
>>>>> Channel A
Channel A Timing Settings
>>>>> Channel B
Channel B Timing Settings

Enter: Select
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F5: Previous Values

Item Help
Menu Level

[Auto]
1333
[Turbo]
[Auto]
1.5V
1.05V
Auto
Auto
[Press Enter]
[Press Enter]

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

System Memory Multiplier (SPD), Memory Frequency(Mhz)

The settings under the two items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu.

Performance Enhance

Allows the system to operate at three different performance levels.

Standard
Lets the system operate at its basic performance level.
Turbo
Lets the system operate at its good performance level. (Default)
Extreme
Lets the system operate at its best performance level.

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information
about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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 DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD)

Quick and Expert allows the Channel Interleaving, Rank Interleaving, Channel A Timing Settings,
and Channel B Timing Settings items to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Quick, Expert.

Profile DDR Voltage

Displays the memory voltage as 1.5V.

Profile VTT Voltage

The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used.

Channel Interleaving

Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access
different channels of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

Rank Interleaving

Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different ranks of the memory to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto)

>>>>> Channel A/B Timing Settings

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>>>>> Channel A Standard Timing Control
x CAS Latency Time
9
x tRCD
9
x tRP
9
x tRAS
24
>>>>> Channel A Advanced Timing Control
x tRC
33
x tRRD
4
x tWTR
5
x tWR
10
x tWTP
21
x tWL
7
x tRFC
74
x tRTP
5
x tFAW
20
x Command Rate (CMD)
1
>>>>> Channel A Misc Timing Control
x IO Latency
1
x Round Trip Latency
34
Enter: Select
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F5: Previous Values

Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto
Auto

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

>>>>> Channel A/B Standard Timing Control

CAS Latency Time

Options are: Auto (default), 5~15.

tRCD

Options are: Auto (default), 1~15.

tRP

Options are: Auto (default), 1~15.

tRAS

Options are: Auto (default), 1~40.
>>>>> Channel A/B Advanced Timing Control

Item Help
Menu Level

tRC

Options are: Auto (default), 1~63.

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F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

tRRD

Options are: Auto (default), 1~15.

tWTR

Options are: Auto (default), 1~15.

tWR

Options are: Auto (default), 1~16.

tWTP

Options are: Auto (default), 1~31.

tWL

Options are: Auto (default), 1~12.

tRFC

Options are: Auto (default), 1~255.

tRTP

Options are: Auto (default), 1~15.

tFAW

Options are: Auto (default), 1~63.

Command Rate(CMD)

Options are: Auto (default), 1~3.
>>>>> Channel A/B Misc Timing Control

IO Latency

Options are: Auto (default), 1~31.

Round Trip Latency

Options are: Auto (default), 1~255.

Advanced Voltage Settings

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****** Mother Board Voltage Control ******

Voltage Types
Normal
Current
---------------------------------------------------------------------------->>> CPU
Dynamic Vcore(DVID)
+0.000V
[Auto]
QPI/Vtt Voltage
1.050V
[Auto]
>>> DRAM
DRAM Voltage
1.500V
[Auto]

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

>>> CPU

Dynamic Vcore(DVID)
The default is Auto.

QPI/Vtt Voltage

The default is Auto.

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Menu Level

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

>>> DRAM

DRAM Voltage
The default is Auto.

Miscellaneous Settings
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Miscellaneous Settings

Isochronous Support
Virtualization Technology (Note)

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

Item Help
Menu Level

[Enabled]
[Enabled]

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

Isochronous Support

Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. (Default: Enabled)

Virtualization Technology (Note)

Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions.
With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled)

(Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information
about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.

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Date (mm:dd:yy)
Time (hh:mm:ss)

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IDE Channel 0 Master

IDE Channel 1 Master
IDE Channel 2 Master
IDE Channel 3 Master

[None]
[None]
[None]
[None]

Halt On

[All, But Keyboard]

Base Memory
Extended Memory
Total Memory

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

Item Help
Menu Level

640K
941M
950M

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

Date (mm:dd:yy)

Sets the system date.

Time (hh:mm:ss)

Sets the system time.

IDE Channel 0, 1 Master

IDE Channel 0, 1 Master

Configure your SATA devices by using one of the three methods below:
None If no SATA devices are used, set this item to None so the system will skip the
detection of the device during the POST for faster system startup.
Auto
Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default)

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Manual Allows you to manually enter the specifications of the hard drive when the hard
drive access mode is set to CHS.
Access Mode
Sets the hard drive access mode. Options are: Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large.

IDE Channel 2, 3 Master

Extended IDE Drive

Configure your SATA devices by using one of the two methods below:
Auto
Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default)
None If no SATA devices are used, set this item to None so the system will skip the
detection of the device during the POST for faster system startup.
Access Mode
Sets the hard drive access mode. Options are: Auto (default), Large.
The following fields display your hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually,
refer to the information on the hard drive.
Capacity
Approximate capacity of the currently installed hard drive.
Cylinder
Number of cylinders.
Head
Number of heads.
Precomp
Write precompensation cylinder.
Landing Zone
Landing zone.
Sector
Number of sectors.

Halt On

Allows you to determine whether the system will stop for an error during the POST.
Options are: "All Errors," "No Errors," "All, But Keyboard". (Default)

Memory

These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST.

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Hard Disk Boot Priority

Quick Boot

CD/DVD Boot Option
First Boot Device
Second Boot Device
Third Boot Device
Password Check
HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability
Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note)
No-Execute Memory Protect (Note)
Delay For HDD (Secs)
Full Screen LOGO Show
Init Display First
Onboard VGA
On-Chip Frame Buffer Size

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

[Press Enter]
[Disabled]
[Auto]
[Hard Disk]
[CDROM]
[USB-FDD]
[Setup]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Enabled]
[0]
[Enabled]
[PCIE x16]
[Enable If No Ext PEG]
[64MB+2MB for GTT]

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

Item Help
Menu Level

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

Hard Disk Boot Priority

Specifies the sequence of loading the operating system from the installed hard drives. Use the up or
down arrow key to select a hard drive, then press the plus key <+> (or <PageUp>) or the minus key <-> (or
<PageDown>) to move it up or down on the list. Press <Esc> to exit this menu when finished.

(Note)

This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information
about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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Quick Boot

Enables or disables the quick boot function to speed up the system boot-up process to shorten the waiting time for entering the operating system and to deliver greater efficiency for daily use. The settings
here synchronize with the settings of the SMART QuickBoot of Smart 6. (Default: Disabled)

EFI CD/DVD Boot Option

Set this item to EFI if you want to install the operating system to a hard drive larger than 2.2 TB. Make
sure the operating system to be installed supports booting from a GPT partition, such as Windows 7 64bit and Windows Server 2003 64-bit. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting depending
on the hard drive you install. (Default: Auto)

First/Second/Third Boot Device

Specifies the boot order from the available devices. Use the up or down arrow key to select a device and
press <Enter> to accept. Options are: Hard Disk, CDROM, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USBHDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled.

Password Check

Specifies whether a password is required every time the system boots, or only when you enter BIOS
Setup. After configuring this item, set the password(s) under the Set Supervisor/User Password item in
the BIOS Main Menu.
Setup
A password is only required for entering the BIOS Setup program. (Default)
System A password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program.

HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability

Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of your hard
drive. This feature allows your system to report read/write errors of the hard drive and to issue warnings
when a third party hardware monitor utility is installed. (Default: Disabled)

Limit CPUID Max. to 3 (Note)

Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled for Windows
XP operating system; set this item to Enabled for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0.
(Default: Disabled)

No-Execute Memory Protect (Note)

Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. This function may enhance protection for the
computer, reducing exposure to viruses and malicious buffer overflow attacks when working with its supporting software and system. (Default: Enabled)

Delay For HDD (Secs)

Allows you to set a delay time for the BIOS to initialize the hard drive as the system boots up. The adjustable range is from 0 to 15 seconds. (Default: 0)

Full Screen LOGO Show

Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled displays
normal POST message. (Default: Enabled)

Init Display First

Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the
onboard graphics.
Onboard
Sets the onboard graphics as the first display.
PCIE x16
Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default)

(Note)

This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information
about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
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Onboard VGA

Enables or disables the onboard graphics function.

Enable If No Ext PEG
Activates the onboard graphics only when no PCI Express graphics card is installed. (Default)
Always Enable
Always activates the onboard graphics, whether or not a PCI Express graphics card is installed. If you
wish to set up a dual-display configuration, set this item to Always Enable.

On-Chip Frame Buffer Size

Frame buffer size is the total amount of system memory allocated solely for the onboard graphics controller. MS-DOS, for example, will use only this memory for display. Options are: 32MB+2MB for GTT ~
480MB+2MB for GTT. (Default: 64MB+2MB for GTT)

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Integrated Peripherals

SATA AHCI Mode

SATA Port0-1 Native Mode
USB Controllers
USB Legacy Function
USB Storage Function
Azalia Codec
Onboard H/W LAN
SMART LAN
Onboard LAN Boot ROM
Onboard Serial Port 1
Onboard Parallel Port
Parallel Port Mode

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

[IDE]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Auto]
[Enabled]
[Press Enter]
[Disabled]
[3F8/IRQ4]
[378/IRQ7]
[SPP]

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

Item Help
Menu Level

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

SATA AHCI Mode (Intel H61 Chipset)

Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in the Intel H61 Chipset to AHCI
mode.
IDE
Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default)
AHCI Configures the SATA controller to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface
(AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced
Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug.

SATA Port0-1 Native Mode (Intel H61 Chipset)

Specifies the operating mode of the integrated SATA controllers.

Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to operate in Legacy IDE mode.
In Legacy mode the SATA controllers use dedicated IRQs that cannot be shared with
other device. Set this option to Disabled if you wish to install operating systems that do
not support Native mode.

Enabled Allows the SATA controllers to operate in Native IDE mode. Enable Native IDE mode if you wish
to install operating systems that support Native mode. (Default)

USB Controllers

Enables or disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled)

Disabled will turn off all of the USB functionalities below.

USB Legacy Function

Allows USB keyboard to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled)

USB Storage Function

Determines whether to detect USB storage devices, including USB flash drives and USB hard drives
during the POST. (Default: Enabled)
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Azalia Codec

Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Auto)

If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to
Disabled.

Onboard H/W LAN

Enables or disables the onboard LAN function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in
network card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled.

SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function)

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Start detecting at Port.....

Part1-2 Status = Open
Part3-6 Status = Open
Part4-5 Status = Open
Part7-8 Status = Open

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/
/
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Length
Length
Length
Length

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F5: Previous Values

=
=
=
=

Item Help
Menu Level

0m
0m
0m
0m

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

This motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to detect the status of the attached LAN
cable. This feature will detect cabling issue and report the approximate distance to the fault or short.

Onboard LAN Boot ROM

Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip.
(Default: Disabled)

Onboard Serial Port 1

Enables or disables the first serial port and specifies its base I/O address and corresponding interrupt.
Options are: Auto, 3F8/IRQ4 (default), 2F8/IRQ3, 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3, Disabled.

Onboard Parallel Port

Enables or disables the onboard parallel port (LPT) and specifies its base I/O address and corresponding interrupt. Options are: 378/IRQ7 (default), 278/IRQ5, 3BC/IRQ7, Disabled.

Parallel Port Mode

Selects an operating mode for the onboard parallel (LPT) port. Options are: SPP (Standard Parallel Port)
(default), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP.

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Power Management Setup

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x




x

Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN
PME Event Wake Up
Power On by Ring
Resume by Alarm
Date (of Month) Alarm
Time (hh:mm:ss) Alarm
HPET Support (Note)

HPET Mode (Note)
Power On By Mouse
Power On By Keyboard
KB Power ON Password
AC Back Function
ErP Support

Enter: Select
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(Note)

[Instant-Off]
[Enabled]
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Everyday
0:0:0
[Enabled]
[32-bit mode]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
Enter
[Soft-Off]
[Disabled]

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.

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Menu Level

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

Soft-Off by PWR-BTTN

Configures the way to turn off the computer in MS-DOS mode using the power button.
Instant-Off
Press the power button and then the system will be turned off instantly. (Default)
Delay 4 Sec. Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to turn off the system. If the power
button is pressed for less than 4 seconds, the system will enter suspend mode.

PME Event Wake Up

Allows the system to be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from a PCI or PCIe device. Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
(Default: Enabled)

Power On by Ring

Allows the system to be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from a modem that
supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled)

Resume by Alarm

Determines whether to power on the system at a desired time. (Default: Disabled)

If enabled, set the date and time as following:
Date (of Month) Alarm: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on a specific day in a month.
Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm: Set the time at which the system will be powered on automatically.
Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the
AC power, or the settings may not be effective.

HPET Support (Note)

Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) for Windows 7/Vista operating system.
(Default: Enabled)

HPET Mode (Note)

Allows you to select the HPET mode for your Windows 7/Vista operating system. Select 32-bit mode
when you install 32-bit Windows 7/Vista; select 64-bit mode when you install 64-bit Windows 7/Vista.
This item is configurable only when the HPET Support is set to Enabled. (Default: 32-bit mode)

Power On By Mouse

Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 mouse wake-up event.

Note: To use this function, you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled
Disables this function. (Default)
Double Click Double click on left button on the PS/2 mouse to turn on the system.

Power On By Keyboard

Allows the system to be turned on by a PS/2 keyboard wake-up event.

Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead.
Disabled
Disables this function. (Default)
Password
Set a password with 1~5 characters to turn on the system.
Keyboard 98 Press POWER button on the Windows 98 keyboard to turn on the system.

KB Power ON Password

Set the password when Power On by Keyboard is set to Password. Press <Enter> on this item and set
a password with up to 5 characters and then press <Enter> to accept. To turn on the system, enter the
password and press <Enter>.
Note: To cancel the password, press <Enter> on this item. When prompted for the password, press
<Enter> again without entering the password to clear the password settings.

(Note)

Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only.

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AC Back Function

Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss.
Soft-Off
The system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default)
Full-On
The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power.
Memory
The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power.

ErP Support

Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled)
Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following four functions will become unavailable:
PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.

2-8 PC Health Status

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PC Health Status

Reset Case Open Status

Case Opened
Vcore
DDR15V
+12V
Vtt
Current System Temperature
Current CPU Temperature
Current CPU FAN Speed
Current SYSTEM FAN Speed
CPU Warning Temperature
CPU FAN Fail Warning
SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning
Slope PWM
CPU Smart FAN Mode

Enter: Select
: Move

F5: Previous Values

[Disabled]
No
1.200V
1.516V
11.779V
1.076V
35oC
36oC
2039 RPM
0 RPM
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[Disabled]
[1.75 PWM value /oC]
[Auto]

+/-/PU/PD: Value
F10: Save
F6: Fail-Safe Defaults

Item Help
Menu Level

ESC: Exit
F1: General Help
F7: Optimized Defaults

Reset Case Open Status

Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. Enabled clears the record of previous
chassis intrusion status and the Case Opened field will show "No" at next boot. (Default: Disabled)

Case Opened

Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI
header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". To
clear the chassis intrusion status record, set Reset Case Open Status to Enabled, save the settings to
the CMOS, and then restart your system.

Current Voltage(V) Vcore/DDR15V/+12V/Vtt

Displays the current system voltages.

Current System/CPU Temperature

Displays current system/CPU temperature.

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Current CPU/SYSTEM FAN Speed (RPM)

Displays current CPU/system fan speed.

CPU Warning Temperature

Sets the warning threshold for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold,
BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF,
90oC/194oF.

CPU/SYSTEM FAN Fail Warning

Allows the system to emit warning sound if the CPU/system fan is not connected or fails. Check the fan
condition or fan connection when this occurs. (Default: Disabled)

Slope PWM

Allows you to control the CPU fan speed. Options are: 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC.

CPU Smart FAN Mode

Specifies how to control CPU fan speed. This item is configurable only when CPU Smart FAN Control
is enabled.
Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal
CPU fan control mode. (Default)
Voltage Sets Voltage mode for a 3-pin CPU fan.
PWM
Sets PWM mode for a 4-pin CPU fan.
Note: The Voltage mode can be set for a 3-pin CPU fan or a 4-pin CPU fan. However, for a 4-pin CPU
fan that is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively
reduce the fan speed.

2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults

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MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Power Management Setup
PC Health Status

ESC: Quit
F8: Q-Flash

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save
& Exit
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
(Y/N)?
N Setup
Exit Without Saving
: Select Item
F10: Save & Exit Setup

F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

F12: Load CMOS from BIOS

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Press <Enter> on this item and then press the <Y> key to load the safest BIOS default settings.
In case system instability occurs, you may try to load Fail-Safe defaults, which are the safest and most stable
BIOS settings for the motherboard.

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2-10 Load Optimized Defaults

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ESC: Quit
F8: Q-Flash

MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Standard CMOS Features
Load Optimized Defaults
Advanced BIOS Features
Set Supervisor Password
Integrated Peripherals
Set User Password
Power Management Setup
Save
& Exit
Load Optimized Defaults
(Y/N)?
N Setup
PC Health Status
Exit Without Saving
: Select Item
F10: Save & Exit Setup

F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

F12: Load CMOS from BIOS

Load Optimized Defaults

Press <Enter> on this item and then press the <Y> key to load the optimal BIOS default settings.
The BIOS defaults settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults
after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values.

2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password

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MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Power Management SetupEnter Password:
PC Health Status

ESC: Quit
F8: Q-Flash

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Load Optimized Defaults
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving

: Select Item
F10: Save & Exit Setup

F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

F12: Load CMOS from BIOS

Change/Set/Disable Password

Press <Enter> on this item and type the password with up to 8 characters and then press <Enter>. You will
be requested to confirm the password. Type the password again and press <Enter>.
The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify two separate passwords:
Supervisor Password

When a system password is set and the Password Check item in Advanced BIOS Features is set to
Setup, you must enter the supervisor password for entering BIOS Setup and making BIOS changes.

When the Password Check item is set to System, you must enter the supervisor password (or user
password) at system startup and when entering BIOS Setup.
User Password

When the Password Check item is set to System, you must enter the supervisor password (or user
password) at system startup to continue system boot. In BIOS Setup, you must enter the supervisor
password if you wish to make changes to BIOS settings. The user password only allows you to view the
BIOS settings but not to make changes.
To clear the password, press <Enter> on the password item and when requested for the password, press
<Enter> again. The message "PASSWORD DISABLED" will appear, indicating the password has been cancelled.
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2-12 Save & Exit Setup

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MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Load Fail-Safe Defaults
Standard CMOS Features
Load Optimized Defaults
Save to CMOS and EXIT (Y/N)? Y
Advanced BIOS Features
Set Supervisor Password
Integrated Peripherals
Set User Password
Power Management Setup
Save & Exit Setup
PC Health Status
Exit Without Saving

ESC: Quit
F8: Q-Flash

: Select Item
F10: Save & Exit Setup

F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

F12: Load CMOS from BIOS

Save Data to CMOS

Press <Enter> on this item and press the <Y> key. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS
Setup program. Press <N> or <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.

2-13 Exit Without Saving

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MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)
Standard CMOS Features
Advanced BIOS Features
Integrated Peripherals
Power Management Setup
PC Health Status

ESC: Quit
F8: Q-Flash

Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Load Optimized Defaults
Quit Without Saving (Y/N)? N
Set Supervisor Password
Set User Password
Save & Exit Setup
Exit Without Saving
: Select Item
F10: Save & Exit Setup

F11: Save CMOS to BIOS

F12: Load CMOS from BIOS

Abandon all Data

Press <Enter> on this item and press the <Y> key. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes
made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Press <N> or <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu.

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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation

Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system.
After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your optical drive.
The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in the screen
shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to My Computer,
double-click the optical drive and execute the Run.exe program.)
After inserting the driver disk, "Xpress Install" will automatically scan your system and then list all the drivers
that are recommended to install. You can click the Install All button and "Xpress Install" will install all the recommended drivers. Or click Install Single Items to manually select the drivers you wish to install.

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