Page 2 - Copyright © 2014 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.; Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software
2 E8800First EditionApril 2014 Copyright © 2014 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any mea...
Page 3 - Contents; Product introduction
3 Contents Safety information ....................................................................................................... 4About this guide .......................................................................................................... 4Package contents ..........................
Page 4 - Safety information; Electrical safety; About this guide; How this guide is organized; Chapter 1: Product introduction
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables ...
Page 5 - Where to find more information; ASUS websites; Conventions used in this guide; Bold text; Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your ...
Page 6 - CPU; Chipset; Graphics
H81M-V3 specifications summary Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS H81M-V3 motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O Shield Application DVD Support DVD Documentation User Guide (continued on the next page) CPU LGA1150 ...
Page 7 - H81M-V3 specifications summary; Storage; Audio
H81M-V3 specifications summary Storage Intel ® H81 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) - 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (black) - Supports Intel ® Rapid Technology* and Intel ® Smart Connect Technology** * Due to the limitation of Intel ® H81 chipset, Intel Rapid ® Start...
Page 8 - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution; Form factor
Specifications are subject to change without notice. H81M-V3 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot- ASUS EZ DIY- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3- ASUS EZ Flash 2 Rear panel I/O ports...
Page 9 - Before you proceed; any motherboard settings.
1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded ...
Page 10 - Motherboard overview; Placement direction
H81M-V3 1.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits. Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage to motherboard components. ...
Page 11 - Motherboard layout
1.2.3 Motherboard layout H81M-V3 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 PCI2 PCI1 RTL 8111G TPM AAFP EATXPWR CPU_FAN BATTERY Super I/O ALC 887-VD2 ASM 1442K ASM 1083 KBMS 8Mb BIOS CLRTC CHASSIS SPEAKER SPDIF_OUT 19.8cm(7.8in) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 SATA...
Page 13 - Installing the CPU
1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1 2 3 5 4 A B A B C ASUS H81M-V3 1-5
Page 14 - CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation; To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly
1.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. 3 4 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 B A A B 1 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Page 15 - To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly; System memory; better performance with less power consumption.; Channel
A B B A To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 1 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent install...
Page 16 - Memory configurations
1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory f...
Page 17 - Installing a DIMM; To install a DIMM
1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To install a DIMM 1 2 3 To remove a DIMM ASUS H81M-V3 1-9
Page 18 - Expansion slots; the slots and the expansion cards that they support.; Installing an expansion card; To install an expansion card:; make the necessary hardware settings for the card.; Configuring an expansion card; PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots
1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard ...
Page 19 - IRQ assignments for this motherboard
IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIEx16 shared – – – – – – – PCIEx1_1 – shared – – – – – – Realtek 8111G controller – – shared – – – – – PCI 1 – shared – – – – – – PCI 2 – – shared – – – – – USB2.0 controller 1 – – – – – – – shared USB2.0 controller 2 – – – – shared – – – HD aud...
Page 20 - To erase the RTC RAM:; Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.; Del; > key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-; H81M-V3 Clear RTC RAM
To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the < Del > key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re- enter data. • If the st...
Page 21 - Rear panel connectors; This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN); LAN port LED indications; Speed LED
1.7 Connectors 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. 3. USB 3.0 ports . These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • DO NOT connect...
Page 22 - This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other; Port
To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: • Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.1-channel audio output. 8. USB 2.0 ports . These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0/1.1 devices. 9. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (...
Page 23 - Internal connectors; push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.; H81M-V3 ATX power connectors
• For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up. • We recommend ...
Page 24 - audio I/O module cable to this connector.; H81M-V3 TPM Connector; H81M-V3 Front panel audio connector
2. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchas...
Page 25 - SATA Mode Selection
4. Intel ® H81 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connector (7-pin SATA6G_1~2 [gray]) This connector connects to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.6.3 SATA Configuration for d...
Page 26 - black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.; Advanced Mode; H81M-V3 Fan connectors
6. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. • Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow...
Page 27 - allows you hear system beeps and warnings.; H81M-V3 Speaker Out connector
7. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM2) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The COM module is purchased separately. 8. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) The 4-...
Page 28 - 80Mbps connection speed.
9. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specifications and supports u...
Page 29 - H81M-V3 System panel connector
10. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the syste...
Page 30 - H81M-V3 Digital audio connector; H81M-V3 Chassis intrusion connector
11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 12. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch....
Page 31 - Software support; Installing an operating system; This motherboard supports Windows; Support DVD information; To run the Support DVD; Contact tabs to display their respective menus.
1.8 Software support 1.8.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® XP / Windows ® Vista / Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8 Operating Systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. • Motherboard settings and ...
Page 33 - Managing and updating your BIOS; EZ Update; BIOS information
ASUS H81M-V3 2-1 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to a...
Page 34 - Chapter 2: Getting started; Folder Info; ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility; Recovering the BIOS; BIOS file to the USB port.
2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started 5. Press <Tab> to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press <Enter> to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. • This function supports USB flash disks ...
Page 35 - ASUS BIOS Updater; gets corrupted during the updating process.; Before updating BIOS; and save them on the USB flash drive.; Booting the system in DOS environment; your computer’s USB port.
ASUS H81M-V3 2‑3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. The succeeding utility screens are f...
Page 36 - Updating the BIOS file; To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater:; At the FreeDOS prompt, type
2-4 Chapter 2: Getting started 3. Select the USB flash drive as the boot device. The DOS screen appears. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. 3. Press &l...
Page 37 - Exit menu; BIOS setup program; Entering BIOS Setup at startup; To enter BIOS Setup at startup:; POST continues with its routines.; Entering BIOS Setup after POST; To enter BIOS Setup after POST:; failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options.
ASUS H81M-V3 2-5 • For BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.1...
Page 38 - Load Optimized; BIOS menu screen; The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes:; and; You can change modes from the; Exit; menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ; EZ Mode
2-6 Chapter 2: Getting started • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected...
Page 40 - Menu bar
2‑8 Chapter 2: Getting started Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end‑users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode . Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Ex...
Page 41 - Adding items to My Favorites; To add frequently‐used BIOS items to My Favorites:; My Favorites
ASUS H81M-V3 2-9 Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently‑used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1. Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add. When using a mouse, hover the pointer to the item. 2. Press <F4> on your keyboard or right‑click on your mouse to add the item to My Fa...
Page 42 - Main menu; Administrator; User Password; Not Installed; Installed
2‑10 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. • If you have f...
Page 43 - Ai Tweaker menu; Scroll down to display the other items.
ASUS H81M-V3 2-11 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking‑related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary dependin...
Page 44 - Advanced menu; Monitor menu
2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 2.7 Monitor menu The Monitor...
Page 45 - Boot menu
ASUS H81M-V3 2‑13 2.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Scroll down to display the other items.
Page 46 - Tools menu
2-14 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.9 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or di...
Page 47 - Appendices; Notices; Federal Communications Commission Statement; IC: Canadian Compliance Statement
Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that m...
Page 48 - information in different regions.; Canadian Department of Communications Statement
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This prod...
Page 49 - ASUS contact information; ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.; Technical Support
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail [email protected] Web site http://www.asus.com/tw Technical Support Telephone +86-21-3842-9911 Fax +86-21-5866-8722 ext. 9101# Online support hhtt...
