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MotherboardP8H67-M EVO

xP8H67-M EVO specications summaryCPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports 32nm CPU Support

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart y

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN fold

4-2 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instruct

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you throug

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 TurboV EVOASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and re

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-5Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick More Settings, and then click the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.GPU

4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Auto TuningASUS TurboV EVO auto tuning mode provides the most exible auto-tuning option.• The overclocking r

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-7Chapter 44.3.3 EPUEPU is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides several modes tha

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 FAN XpertFan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-9Chapter 44.3.5 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any pro

xi(continued on the next page)P8H67-M EVO specications summaryAudio Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High Denition Audio CODEC - BD Audio Layer Content P

4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, a

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-11Chapter 44.3.7 MonitorThe Monitor section includes the Sensor and CPU Frequency panels.SensorThe Sensor panel displays the curre

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.8 System InformationThe System Information section displays the information about the motherboard, CPU,

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-13Chapter 44.3.9 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio exp

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solution:• Intel® Rapid Storage Tech

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-15Chapter 44.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, in

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-17Chapter 45. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the sele

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-19Chapter 44.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating syste

xii*Specications are subject to change without notice.P8H67-M EVO specications summaryBack Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse port 1 x Optical

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1.

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 4-21Chapter 44.5.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you

4-22 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 48. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstati

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 5-1Chapter 5Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology support5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFir

5-2 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 55.2 Installing CrossFireX™ graphics cardsThe following pictures are for reference only. Th

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 5-3Chapter 55.3 Software information5.3.1 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card

5-4 Chapter 5: ATI® CrossFireX™ technology supportChapter 5Enabling Dual CrossFireX settings1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics

ASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax +886-2-2890-

EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8H67-M EVO motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest tech

1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsIntel® LGA1155 Sandy Bridge Processor ReadyThis motherboard

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 1-3Chapter 1EPUTap into the world’s rst real time PC power saving engine through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. Get

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3.4 ASUS EZ DIYASUS EFI BIOS (EZ Mode)ASUS brand new EFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goe

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and inte

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-3Chapter 22.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA

iiE5955First Edition October 2010Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softwar

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-5Chapter 2Recommended memory congurations2.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM socke

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-7Chapter 2P8H67-M EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO.

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-9Chapter 2Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMMElixir M2F2

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-11Chapter 22.2.5 Expansion slotsEnsure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may ca

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2VGA congurationPCI Express operating modePCIe 2.0 x16_1 PCIe 2.0 x16_2Single VGA/PCIe cardx16 (Recommen

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-13Chapter 22.2.6 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. Th

iiiContentsNotices ... viSafety i

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. EPU switchTurning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelli

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-15Chapter 22.2.7 Onboard LEDs1. DRAM LEDThe DRAM LED indicates DRAM status during POST (Power-on Self Test). If an error is found

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. GPU Boost LEDThe GPU Boost LED lights when the GPU Boost switch is turned to Enable.4. EPU LEDThe EP

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-17Chapter 22.2.8 JumperClear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can c

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® H67 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])These co

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-19Chapter 22. Intel® H67 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3–6 [blue])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s h

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Drive jumper setting Mode of device(s)Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master - BlackTwo devi

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-21Chapter 2You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (US

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 26. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IE

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-23Chapter 27. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDI

ivContentsChapter 3: BIOS setup3.1 Knowing BIOS ... 3-13.2

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 29. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin PWR_FAN)Connect the fan

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-25Chapter 211. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supp

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-27Chapter 22.3 Building your computer system2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system1 bag of screws Philips (cr

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2AB1232.3.2 CPU installationThe LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA

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2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-31Chapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly2ABBA1

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2123To remove a DIMM2.3.4 DIMM installationBA

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-33Chapter 22.3.5 Motherboard installation21The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary wi

vContents4.3.6 Sensor Recorder ... 4-104.3.7 Monitor ...

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.3

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-35Chapter 22.3.6 ATX Power connection12OR OR

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.7 SATA device connectionOR2OR1

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-37Chapter 22.3.8 Front I/O ConnectorIDE_LEDPOWER SWRESET SWIDE_LED-IDE_LED+PWRResetGroundGround1 2USB 2.0AAFPTo install ASUS Q-Con

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.9 Expension Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-39Chapter 22.3.10 Rear panel connectionRear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 8. IEEE 1394a port2. USB 2.0 port

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2* LAN port LED indicationsSPEED LEDACT/LINK LEDLAN portActivity Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Stat

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-41Chapter 2**Troubleshooting on monitor overscan / underscan problem1. Install Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver from the motherbo

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.11 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports ***Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel congurationPort Headset 2-ch

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-43Chapter 2Connect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers

viNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two cond

2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 2-45Chapter 22.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that

2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-1Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as stora

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-3Chapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings.

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-5Chapter 33.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu prov

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passw

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-7Chapter 3Scroll down to display the following items:3.4 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocki

viiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating t

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3BCLK/PEG Frequency [XXX]Allows you to adjust the CPU operating frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-9Chapter 3Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology.[Di

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3iGPU Offset Mode Sign [+]This item allows you to offset the iGPU voltage by a positive or negative value. Select al

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-11Chapter 3Black Yellow Pink RedCPU Voltage+/- 0.005V– +/- 0.110V+/- 0.115V +/-0.120V+/- 0.125V– +/- 0.635ViGPU Voltage+/- 0.005V–

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to ma

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-13Chapter 33.5.2 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.The i

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Hyper-threading [Enabled]The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two l

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-15Chapter 3CPU C3 Report [Enabled]Enables or disables the CPU C3 (ACPI C2) report to OS. Conguration options: [Disabled] [ACPI C-2

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.4 PCH CongurationMainAi TweakerAdvanced Monitor Boot ToolExitEnabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-17Chapter 33.5.5 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port

viiiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis g

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.6 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item sho

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-19Chapter 33.5.7 Onboard Devices CongurationScroll down to display the following items:Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3VIA 1394 Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller.[Disabled] Disables the controll

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-21Chapter 3Serial Port [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM). Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]Ch

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Power On By PCIE [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event.[Enabled] Enables the

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-23Chapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan setting

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM]This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows yo

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-25Chapter 3Chassis Fan Profile [Standard]This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets t

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-27Chapter 3Boot Option PrioritiesThese items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of de

ixConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Typo

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-29Chapter 3• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure!• We recommend that

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disc

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-31Chapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, comp

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Updating the BIOS through the InternetTo update the BIOS through the Internet:1. From the ASUS Update screen, sele

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-33Chapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer to the so

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash UtilityThe ASUS EZ Flash Utlity feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-35Chapter 33.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to resto

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Booting the system in DOS environment1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the

ASUS P8H67-M EVO 3-37Chapter 32. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key t