ECS H87H3-TI User manual

H87H3-TI USER MANUAL
Preface
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
•Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits govern-
ing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference.
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement
sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
The manual consists of the following:
Describes features of the
motherboard.
page 1
Describes installation of
motherboard components.
page 7
page 29
page 59
Installing the Motherboard
Introducing the Motherboard
Provides information on us-
ing the BIOS Setup Utility.
Describes the motherboard
software.
Limits and methods of mesurement of radio disturbance char-
acteristics of information technology equipment
EN 55022
EN 61000-3-2 Disturbances in supply systems caused
EN 61000-3-3 Disturbances in supply systems caused by household appli-
ances and similar electrical equipment “ Voltage fluctuations”
EN 55024 Information technology equipment-Immunity characteristics-
Limits and methods of measurement
EN 60950 Safety for information technology equipment including electri-
cal business equipment
CE marking
About the Manual
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This device is in conformity with the following EC/EMC directives:
Chapter 4
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Using the Motherboard Software
Chapter 5
Trouble Shooting
Provides basic trouble shoot-
ing tips.
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Chapter 2 7
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions.............................................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Chassis......................................7
Checking Jumper Settings...........................................................8
Installing Hardware..................................................................10
Installing the Processor...........................................................10
Installing the CPU Cooler.........................................................12
Installing Memory Modules....................................................13
Installing Add-on Cards...........................................................14
Connecting Optional Devices..................................................16
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disk Drive......................23
Connecting Case Components.......................................................24
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface i
Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction...................................................................................1
Pakage Contents............................................................................1
Specifications................................................................................2
Motherboard Components..........................................................4
I/O Ports..............................................................................................6
Chapter 3 29
Using BIOS 29
About the Setup Utility........................ .......................................29
The Standard Configuration........................ ...........................29
Entering the Setup Utility.......................................................29
Resetting the Default CMOS Values.....................................30
Using BIOS........................................................................................30
BIOS Navigation Keys..............................................................31
Main Menu.............................................................................32
Advanced Menu......................................................................33
Chipset Menu..........................................................................47
Tweak Menu...........................................................................50
Boot Menu..............................................................................54
Security Menu.........................................................................55
Exit Menu................................................................................56
Updating the BIOS.............................................................................57

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Chapter 4 59
Using the Motherboard Software 59
Auto-installing under Windows 7/8.............................................59
Running Setup.........................................................................59
Manual Installation..........................................................................61
Chapter 5 63
Trouble Shooting 63
Start up problems during assembly..............................................63
Start up problems after prolong use............................................64
Maintenance and care tips..............................................................64
Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart...................................................65

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Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the H87H3-TI motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1150
socket for Intel® 4th Generation CoreTM Family processors for high-end business or
personal desktop markets.
This motherboard is based on Intel®H87 Express Chipset for best desktop platform
solution. It supports up to 16 GB of system memory with dual channel DDR3 1600/
1333 MHz SO-DIMM. Two mini PCI Express slots are for extending usage.
It integrates USB 2.0 ports and USB 3.0 interface, supporting up to five USB 2.0 ports
(two 10-pin USB 2.0 headers support four USB 2.0 ports and one 5-pin USB 2.0 header
supports additional one USB 2.0 port) and six USB 3.0 ports (four USB 3.0 ports at the
rear panel and one USB 3.0 header supports two USB 3.0 ports).
This motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel,
including one DC_IN port, one HDMI in port (For All-In-One Specification), one HDMI
out port, one Display port (DP), four USB 3.0 ports, one RJ45 LAN connector, and
audio jacks for line-out and mircophone.
In addition, this motherboard supports two SATA 6Gb/s connectors for storage
expansion.
Your motherboard package ships with the following items:
Package Contents
H87H3-TI Motherboard
User Manual
DVD
I/O Shield
1 SATA Cable and 1 SATA/Power Cable
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Accessories may vary, please refer to actual goods you purchase.

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Specifications
• Dual-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 2 x 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets support up to 16 GB
• Supports DDR3 1600/1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM
Memory
• 2 x mini PCI Express slots
- mini PCIe1 (full-card) supports extension cards with SATA
signal, USB signal and PCIe signal.
- mini PCIe2 (half-card) supports extension cards with PCIe
signal.
• Supported by Intel®H87 Express Chipset
- 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s devices
Expansion
Slots
Storage
• 1 x 19V DC_IN port
• 1 x HDMI in port (For All-In-One Specification)
• 1 x Display port (DP)
• 4 x USB 3.0 ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio port (1 x line-out, 1 x Microphone)
• 1 x HDMI out port
Rear Panel I/O
LAN • Realtek RTL8111G
- 10/100/1000 Fast Ethernet Controller
- Wake-on-LAN and remote wake-up support
• Realtek ALC662
- 2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
- Compliant with HD audio specification
Audio
CPU
• Intel®H87 Chipset
• Supports Intel®Smart Response Technology
• Supports Intel®Smart Connect Technology
• Supports Intel®Rapid Start Technology
Chipset
• LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4th Generation CoreTM Family
processors
• VRD 12.5
• 1 x 4-pin CPU_FAN connector with smart fan function
• 1 x 4-pin SYS_FAN connector with smart fan function
• 1 x USB 3.0 header supports additional two USB 3.0 ports
• 2 x 10-pin USB 2.0 headers support additional four USB 2.0
ports
- 1 x 10-pin USB 2.0 header (black) supports card reader and
camera or other USB 2.0 device
- 1 x 10-pin USB 2.0 header (gray) supports additional two USB
2.0 devices
• 1 x 5-pin USB 2.0 header supports additional one USB 2.0 port
• 2 x Serial SATA 6Gb/s connectors
• 1 x Case open header
• 1 x Front Panel switch/LED header
• 1 x Front Panel audio header
• 1 x Clear CMOS jumper
Internal I/O
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• AMI BIOS with 64Mb SPI Flash ROM
- Supports Plug and Play
- Supports ACPI & DMI
- Supports STR (S3) /STD (S4)
- Supports Hardware monitor
- Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS
- F7 hot key for boot up devices option
- Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey (Has PS2 KB Model only)
- Supports Dual/Triple Display (depends on display output)
- Supports EZ BIOS (1024 x 768 resolution, GUI UEFI)
- Supports Multi-Language
- Supports AC’97/HD Audio auto detect (default)
- Supports Blue-Ray DVD display
- Resume By USB(S3) BIOS setting default (Enable)
System BIOS
• 1 x ME Unlock header
• 1 x SATA power connector
• 1 x Buzzer header
• 1 x Consumer infrared header (CIR)
• 1 x Digital microphone header (For All-In-One Specification)
• 1 x 2 channel audio speaker header (For All-In-One Specific-
ation)
• 1 x LCD panel select jumper (For All-In-One Specification)
• 1 x LVDS connetor (For All-In-One Specification)
• 1 x LVDS brightness switch header (For All-In-One Specifica-
tion)
• 1 x LVDS brightness control header (For All-In-One Specifica-
tion)
Form Factor • Thin Mini ITX Size, 170mm x 170mm
Bundled
Software/
Feature
• Supports Norton Anti Virus/Cyberlink Media Suite
TPM • Embedded Nuvoton NPCT420AA0WX TPM IC supports TPM
version 1.2

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Motherboard Components

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Chapter 1
Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket
LGA1150 socket for Intel® 4
th
Generation Core
TM
Family Processors
2. F_USB Front panel USB 2.0 header
3. PCIE1~2
Mini PCI Express slots (mini PCIe1 (full-card) supports extension cards with SATA
signal, USB signal and PCIe signal, and mini PCIe2 (half-card) supports extension
cards with PCIe signal.)
4. DMIC Digital microphone header (For All-In-One Specification)
5. SPKR 2 Channels audio speaker header (For All-In-One Specification)
6. F_AUDIO Front panel audio header
7. CLR_CMOS Clear CMOS jumper
8. ME_UNLOCK Me unlock header
9. CASE Case open header
10. SODIMM1~2 204-pin DDR3 SDRAM SO-DIMMs
11. SATA_PWR SATA power connector
12. USB3F Front panel USB 3.0 header
13. SATA1~2 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors
14. SYS_FAN 4-pin system cooling fan connector with smart fan function
15. CPU_FAN 4-pin CPU cooling fan connector with smart fan function
16. CIR Consumer infrared header
17. F_PANEL Front panel switch/LED header
18. USB_TP 5-pin USB 2.0 header supports one USB 2.0 device
19. LVDS LVDS connector (For All-In-One Specification)
20. MON_SW LVDS brightness switch header (For All-In-One Specification)
21. DISP_BRT LVDS brightness control header (For All-In-One Specification)
22. BZ Buzzer header
23. LCD_SEL LCD panel select jumper (For All-In-One Specification)
24. USB_CR_CAM 10-pin USB 2.0 header supports card reader and camera or other USB 2.0 device

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I/O Ports
1. 19V DC_IN Port
Connect the DC_IN port to the power adapter.
2. HDMI_IN Port (For All-In-One Specification)
You can connect the HDMI output of other computer or other HDMI source to the
HDMI_IN port.
3. Display Port (DP)
You can connect the display device to the display port.
4. USB 3.0 Ports
Use the USB 3.0 ports to connect USB 3.0 devices.
5. LAN Port
Connect an RJ-45 jack to the LAN port to connect your computer to the Network.
6. Line-out (lime)
It is used to connect to speakers or headphones.
7. Microphone (pink)
It is used to connect to a microphone.
8. HDMI_OUT Port
You can connect the display device to the HDMI_OUT port.
LAN LED Status Description
OFF No data
Orange blinking Active
OFF No link
Green Link
Activity LED
Link LED
Link LED
LAN Port
PC HDMI_IN port LCD_MODE button pulse
Power ON Un-plugged
PC
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LCD off
Power OFF Plugged
HDMI
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LCD off
Power ON Plugged
PC
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HDMI
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LCD off
Power OFF Un-plugged LCD off
1. Please press button to switch the mode manually, it will not be
automatically switched when inserting the HDMI cable.
2. When HDMI_IN is in use, front panel audio header will be invalid.

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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
2-1. Safety Precautions
2-2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis
This motherboard carries a Thin Mini ITX form factor of 170 x 170 mm. Choose a
chassis that accommodates this form factor. Make sure that the I/O template in the
chassis matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the motherboard. Most
system chassis have mounting brackets installed in the chassis, which corresponds
to the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brack-
ets and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard:
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage
from static electricity.
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded
object before working on the motherboard.
• Leave components in the static-proof bags.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power
outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware
components.
Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.

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This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the
motherboard.
2-3. Checking Jumper Settings
1. LCD_SEL: LCD panel select header (For All-In-One Specification)
1.When your panel connects to LVDS, please check LCD_SEL header setting
first.
2.Due to the differences of the panel parameters, please follow the above
illustration to place the jumper caps.

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To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to
enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save
and Exit Setup”.
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
2. CLR_CMOS: Clear CMOS jumper

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2-4. Installing Hardware
• This motherboard has an LGA1150 socket.
• When choosing a processor, consider the performance requirements of
the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock speed
and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal
cache memory and external cache memory.
• You may be able to change the settings in the system Setup Utility. We
strongly recommend you do not over-clock processor or other
components to run faster than their rated speed.
• The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Press the hook of lever down with your thumb and pull it to the right
side to release it from retention tab.
B. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open
position.
C. Grasp the edge of the package substrate. Make sure pin 1 indicator
is on your bottom-left side. Aim at the socket and place the package
carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion.
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D. Rotate the load plate onto the package IHS (Intergraded Heat
Spreader). Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the
load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then
the cover will flick automatically.
Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is re-
moved.

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A. Apply some thermal grease onto the contacted area between the
heatsink and the CPU, and make it to be a thin layer.
B. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the
motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan
connector.
C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector.
2-4-2. Installing the CPU Cooler
• Install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly see the
motherboard and processor socket.
• Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges in case the fan casing and the
clips cause serious damage to the motherboard or its components.
• To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you
use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heat sink
installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/heatsink
supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
• DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.
• Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the
motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket.
• The following illustration shows how to install CPU fan.

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2-4-3. Installing Memory Modules
• This motherboard accommodates two memory modules. It can support
two 204-pin DDR3 1600/1333 MHz.
• Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging until
you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the modules only
by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal parts. Always wear
a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
• You must install at least one module in any of the two slots. Total memory
capacity is 16 GB.
• Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it fits
in place. Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector
match the notches in the DIMM slot.

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2-4-4. Installing Add-on Cards
The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect
them to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the
motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can
increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks
that are not part of the basic system.
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for
the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have
to manually configure the card before installation.
PCIE1~2 Slots The mini PCIe1 (full-card) supports SATA signal, USB signal and
PCIe signal for extending usage of mSATA card and TV tuner card,
and mini PCIe2 (half-card) supports extension cards with PCIe
signal.
Follow these instructions to install a mSATA card or TV tuner card:
1 Insert a Mini SATA (mSATA) card or TV tuner card into the PCIE1 Slot.
2 Lower the handle and tighten the screws.

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Follow these instructions to install a wireless card:
1 Remove a blanking plate from the system case, and insert the wireless
card into the PCIE2 slot rightwards, then tighten the screw (Please refer
to Picture 1).
2 Press the metal connector of the cable into the connector on the wireless
card. Ensure that the metal connector is correctly seated (Please refer to
Picture 2).
3 Make the other end of the cable (with a gold screw) through the upper hole
of the bracket, and tighten the antenna on to the gold screw after
installing a metal gasket on the screw (Please refer to Picture 3).
Picture 1 Picture 2 Picture 3
* For reference only
PCIE2

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2-4-5. Connecting Optional Devices
Refer to the following for information on connecting the motherboard’s optional
devices:
No. Components No. Components
1 SATA1~2 8 DMIC
2 CIR 9 F_AUDIO
3LVDS10ME_UNLOCK
4MON_SW11 CASE
5DISP_BRT12USB_TP
6USB_CR_CAM13 USB3F
7F_USB-- --
SATA1~2 connectors are used to support the Serial ATA 6Gb/s device. Simpler disk
drive cabling and easier PC assembly. It eliminates limitations of the current
Parallel ATA interface. But maintains register compatibility and software
compatibility with Parallel ATA.
1. SATA1~2: Serial ATA III connectors