Foxconn H61MXE Series User manual

H61MXE Series Motherboard
User’s Manual
H61MXE Series Motherboard

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Declaration of conformity
HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD
66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT,
TAIPEI HSIEN, TAIWAN, R.O.C.
declares that the product
Motherboard H61MXE/ H61MXE-S/ H61MXE-VH61MXE/ H61MXE-S/ H61MXE-V
is in conformity with
(referencetothespecicationunderwhichconformityisdeclaredin
accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive)
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disturbance characteristics of information technology
equipment
■EN61000-3-2/:2000  Electromagneticcompatibility(EMC)
Part 3: Limits
  Section2:Limitsforharmoniccurrentemissions
(equipment input current <= 16A per phase)
■EN61000-3-3/A1:2001 Electromagneticcompatibility(EMC)
Part 3: Limits
  Section2:Limitsofvoltageuctuationsandickerinlow
voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current
<= 16A
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characteristics limits and methods of measurement
Signature:   Place/Date:TAIPEI/2012
Printed Name : James Liang

Declaration of conformity
Trade Name: FOXCONN
Model Name: H61MXE/ H61MXE-S/ H61MXE-V
Responsible Party: PCE Industry Inc.
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Type of Product: Motherboard
Manufacturer: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY
COMPANY LTD
Address: 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG
INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI HSIEN,
TAIWAN, R.O.C.
Supplementary Information:
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowing
twoconditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and(2)thisdevice
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Tested to comply with FCC standards.
Signature:  Date:2012

Installation Precautions
Please carefully read the following procedures to install your computer :
■ Itissuggestedtoselecthigh-quality,certiedfansinordertoavoiddamagetothe
motherboard and CPU due to high temperature. Never turn on the computer if the
CPU fan is not properly installed.
■We cannot guarantee that your system can operate normally when your CPU is over
clocked. Normal operation depends on the overclocking capacity of your device.
■ Ifthereisany,whenconnectingUSB,audio,1394a,RS232COM,IrDAorS/PDIF
cables to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make sure their pinouts are
matching with the connectors on the motherboard. Incorrect connections might
damage the motherboard.
■When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
■If there is a PCI Express x16 graphics card installed in your system, we recommend
 usinga24-pinATXpowersupplytogetthebestperformance.
■Before turning on the power, please make sure the power supply AC input voltage
 settinghasbeenconguredtothelocalstandard.
■To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with
the motherboard circuit or its components. Also, make sure there are no leftover
screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer
casing.
■If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use
 oftheproduct,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.
CAUTION
!
■ Electrostaticdischarge(ESD)isthesuddenandmomentaryelectriccurrentthatows
between two objects at different electrical potentials. Normally it comes out as a spark
which will quickly damage your electronic equipment. Please wear an electrostatic
discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling components such as a motherboard, CPU
or memory.
■Ensure that the DC power supply is turned off before installing or removing CPU,
memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. It is recommended to unplug the AC
power cord from the power supply outlet. Failure to unplug the power supply cord may
result in serious damage to your system.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Product Introduction
 ProductSpecications..............................................................................2
Layout.......................................................................................................4
Back Panel Connectors............................................................................5
Chapter 2 Hardware Install
Install the CPU and CPU Cooler ..............................................................8
Install the Memory..................................................................................11
Install an Expansion Card ......................................................................13
Install other Internal Connectors ............................................................14
Jumpers..................................................................................................17
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Enter BIOS SetupEnter BIOS Setup...................................................................................20
Main........................................................................................................21
Advanced ...............................................................................................23
Power Management............................................................................28
HealthHealth.....................................................................................................30
Chipset..................................................................................................31
Boot........................................................................................................32
Security...................................................................................................33
Save & Exit.............................................................................................34
Chapter 4 CD Instruction
Install driver and utility............................................................................36
FOX ONE
Main Page ........................................................................................39
CPU Control .....................................................................................43
Frequency Control............................................................................45
Limit Setting......................................................................................46
Voltage Control.................................................................................48
Fan Control.......................................................................................49
FOX LiveUpdate
Local Update ....................................................................................52
Online Update ..................................................................................55 
 Congure.........................................................................................57
About & Help ....................................................................................55
FOX LOGO.............................................................................................58
FOX DMI ................................................................................................59

Technical Support :
Website :
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Support Website :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com
Worldwide online contact Support :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/inquiry.aspx
CPU Support List :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
Memory, VGA Compatibility List :
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/complist.aspx
Support

Thank you for buying Foxconn H61MXE/ H61MXE-S/ H61MXE-
V motherboard. Foxconn products are engineered to maximize
computing power, providing only what you need for break-through
performance.
This chapter includes the following information:
■ProductSpecications
■Layout
■BackPanelConnectors

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1-1 Product Specication
CPU Support IntelIvyBridge/SandyBridgeLGA1155Processors,
Maxprocessorpowerupto95W
For the latest CPU information, please visit:
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
Chipset Intel® H61
Intel® HD Graphics
Memory 2x240-pinDDR3DIMMs
Support up to 16GB of system memory
Dual channel DDR3 1333/1066 MHz architecture
Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x 16 slot
1 x PCI Express x1 slot
Storage 4xSATA2.0 connectors (3Gb/s data transfer rate)
LAN RealtekRTL8111F(H61MXE-VUseRTL8105E)Lanchip
Audio RealtekALC662Audiochip :
-HighDenitionAudio
-2/4/5.1-channel
- Support Jack-Sensing function
USB Supportupto8xUSB2.0ports(4rearpanelports,2onboardUSBhead
erssupporting4extraports)
Supportupto2xUSB3.0ports(OnlyforH61MXE-S)
SupportUSB2.0protocolupto480Mb/s
SupportUSB3.0protocolupto5Gb/s
Internal Connectors 1x24-pinATXmainpowerconnector
1x4-pinATX12Vpowerconnector
4xSATA2.0 connector
2xUSB2.0header(supporting4xUSBdevices)
1xCPUfanheader(4-pin)
1xSystemfanheader(4-pin)
1 x Front panel header
1 x Front audio header
1 x Speaker header
1 x PCH_ME ENABLE header
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x TPM/TCM header (Reserved)
1 x Intrusion Alarm header
1 x COM header

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Back Panel Connectors 1xPS/2Keyboardport
1xPS/2Mouseport
1xRJ-45LANport
1 x VGA port
1 x HDMI port ( H61MXE-V reserve)
4xUSB2.0
2xUSB3.0port (Only for H61MXE-S)
3 ports audio jacks
Hardware Monitor System voltage detection
CPU/System temperature detection
CPU/System fan speed detection
CPU overheating warning
CPU/System fan speed control
PCI Express x1 SupportPCIExpressGen25GT/sdatarate
Low power consumption and power management features
PCI Express x16 SupportPCIExpressGen25GT/sdatarate(SandyBridge)
Support PCI Express Gen3 8GT/s data rate (Ivy Bridge)
Low power consumption and power management features
Green Function SupportACPI(AdvancedCongurationandPowerInterface)
Support S3(suspendtoRAM),S4(suspendtodisk)
SupportDeepS4,S5Function
Support EuP function
Bundled Software FOX ONE, FOX LiveUpdate, FOX LOGO, FOX DMI,Smart Charger
Operating System Support Windows 7 /XP
Form Factor mATXFormFactor,8.5inchesx6.8inches(21cmx16.8cm)

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1-2 Layout
Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical
motherboard for detail.
1.4-pinATX12VPowerConnector
2.SYS_FAN1Header
3. PCI Express SlotPCI Express Slot
4.COM1 Connector
5.Front Audio Connector
6. TPM ConnectorConnector
7. PCH_ME_ENABLE Jumper
8. Speaker Connector
9. INTR Connector
10. Front USB Connectors
11. Clear CMOS Jumper
12. Front Panel Connectors
13. SATA Connector
14.24-PinATXPowerConnector
15.DDR3 DIMM SlotsDDR3 DIMM Slots
16. Chipset: Intel® H61
17.LGA1155 CPU SocketLGA1155CPUSocket
18. CPU_FAN HeaderCPU_FAN Header
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1-3 Back Panel Connectors
1. PS/2 Mouse Port
 Usetheupperport(green)toconnectaPS/2mouse.
2. PS/2 Keyboard Port
 Usethelowerport(purple)toconnectaPS/2keyboard.
3. VGA Port
To connect with external display devices, such as monitor or LCD display.
4. USB 2.0 Ports
 TheUSBportsupportstheUSB2.0/1.1specication.UsethisportforUSBdevicessuchasan
 USBkeyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveandetc.
PS/2MousePort
Audio Ports
1
LAN Port
5
2 3 6
USB2.0Ports
Line Out
Microphone In
Line In
PS/2KeyboardPort
4
VGA port
PS/2MousePort
Audio Ports
1
LAN Port
5
2 3 8
USB2.0Ports
Line Out
Microphone In
Line In
PS/2KeyboardPort
6
VGA port USB 3.0 Ports
7
4
HDMI port
(H61MXE-V)
(H61MXE-S)
PS/2MousePort
Audio Ports
1
LAN Port
5
2 3 7
USB2.0Ports
Line Out
Microphone In
Line In
PS/2KeyboardPort
6
VGA port
(H61MXE)
4
HDMI port

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5. HDMI Port
TheHDMI(High-DenitionMultimediaInterface)providesanall-digitalaudio/videointerfaceto
transmit the uncompressed audio/video signals and is HDCP compliant. Connect the HDMI audio/
videodevicetothisport.TheHDMITechnologycansupportamaximumresolutionof1920x1080p
but the actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.
6. USB 3.0 Ports
TheUSBportsupportstheUSB3.0/2.0/1.1specication.UsethisportforUSBdevicessuchas
anUSBkeyboard/mouse,USBprinter,USBashdriveandetc.YouneedtoinstalltheUSB3.0
driver in the Driver CD before using it.
7. RJ-45 LAN Port
The Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10/100/1000Mb/s data rate.
8. Audio Ports
Forthedenitionofeachaudioport,pleaserefertothetablebelow:
6-channel Audio ports
*:PleaserefertoChapter4,andinstalltheRealtekaudiodriver(inCD)toassigntheaudio
outputportsfordifferentapplicationsof2/4/5.1channels.Thefundamentalaudiooutputsare
depicted in the table above.
Active
LED
Link
LED
Port 2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel
Blue Line In Rear Speaker Out* Rear Speaker Out*
Green Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Microphone In Microphone In Center/Subwoofer Out*
LAN Type Left: Active Right: Link
Status Description Status Description
100M
Off No Link Off No Link
Green
Blinking Data Activity Orange 10/100Mb/s Connection
1000M
Off No Link Off No Link
Green
Blinking Data Activity
Off 10Mb/s Connection
Green 100Mb/s Connection
Orange 1000Mb/s Connection

This chapter introduces the hardware installation process, includ-
ing the installation of the CPU, memory, power supply, slots, pin
headers and the mounting of jumpers. Caution should be exercised
during the installation of these modules. Please refer to the moth-
erboard layout prior to any installation and read the contents in this
chapter carefully.
This chapter includes the following information :
■InstalltheCPUandCPUCooler
■InstalltheMemory
■InstallanExpansionCard
■InstallotherInternalConnectors
■Jumpers
Please visit the following website for more supporting information about your motherboard.
CPU Support List:
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
Memory, VGA Compatibility List:
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/complist.aspx

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2-1 Install the CPU and CPU Cooler
Install the CPU
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU :
■ MakesurethatthemotherboardsupportstheCPU.
■ Alwaysturnoffthecomputerandunplugthepowercordfromthepowersupply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specications.Itisnot
 recommendedthatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecications
since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to
 setthefrequencybeyondthestandardspecications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyour
 hardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graphicscard,memory,harddrive,etc.
Hyper-Threading Technology System Requirements:
(Go to Intel's website for more information about the Hyper-Threading Technology)
■ AnIntel®CPU that supports HT Technology
■ AchipsetthatsupportsHTTechnology
■ AnoperatingsystemthatisoptimizedforHTTechnology
■ ABIOSthatsupportsHTTechnologyandhasitenabled
CAUTION
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LGA1155CPUSocket
AlignmentKey
Pin-1 corner of
the CPU Socket
LGA1155CPU
Notch
Pin-1 triangle
marking of CPU

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Follow the steps to install the CPU onto the CPU socket :
2.LiftthemetalcoverontheCPU
socket.
3. Rememove protective socket cover.
5.WhenCPUisproperlyseated,re-
place the metal cover and push the
CPU socket lever back to its locked
position.
4. Check pin one marking (triangle)
with the pin one corner of the CPU
socket, align the CPU notches with
the socket alignment keys and gently
put the CPU onto the socket.
Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
CAUTION
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1. Release the CPU socket lever.Release the CPU socket lever.

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Install the CPU Cooler
Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard.
1. Apply and spread an even ther-
mal grease on the surface of CPU.
2.PlacethefourboltsoftheCPU
cooler to the holes of the mother-
board, push them straight down from
the top, and the bolts will be fas-
tened on the motherboard. That's it.
3. Check the solder side of the
motherboard, the push pin should
bexedasdepictedinthepicture.
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4.Attachthe4-wireCPUcoolercon-
nector to the CPU FAN header on
the motherboard .
Release bolts of CPU cooler from
motherboard :
1.Turning the push pin (bolt) along
with the direction of arrow (coun-
terclockwise).
2.Pullthepushpinstraightup.
3. Turning push pin clockwise to its
default position.
Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease may
adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.
CAUTION
!

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2-2 Install the Memory
Dual Channel Memory Conguration
This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology.
When memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in your system.
Two DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels:
Channel 0 : DIMM1,
Channel1:DIMM2,DIMM2,
The combinations of DIMM modules are :
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.
■ 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.
CAUTION
!
It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be
 usedandpleaseselectdualchannelrsttoachieveoptimumperformance.
CAUTION
!
DIMM1 DIMM2
Single Channel DS/SS -
Single Channel - DS/SS
Dual Channel DS/SS DS/SS
(DS : Double Side, SS : Single Side, - : No Memory)

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Installing a Memory
If you take a look at front side of memory module, it has asymmetric pin counts on both sides sepa-
ratedbyanotchinthemiddle,soitcanonlytinonedirection.Followthestepsbelowtocorrectly
install your memory modules into the sockets.
Step 1:
Spread the clips at both ends of the memory socket.
Place the memory module onto the socket, then put your
ngers on top edge of the module, and push it down
rmlyandseatitverticallyintothememorysocket.
Step2:
The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place
when the memory module is securely inserted.
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug theBefore installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the
power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. Be sure
to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
CAUTION
!
96-Pin 144-Pin
Notch

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2-3 Install an Expansion Card
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chas-
sis back panel.
2.Alignthecardwiththeslot,andpressdownonthecarduntilitisfullyseatedintheslot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4.Securethecard'smetalbrackettothechassisbackpanelwithascrew.
5.Afterinstallingallexpansioncards,replacethechassiscover.
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for
your expansion card(s).
7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.
Installing and Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card :
• Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently insert the graphics card into the PCI Express x16 slot.
Make sure the graphics card is locked by the latch at the end of
the PCI Express x16 slot.
• Removing the Card:
Push the latch at the end of the PCI Express x16 slot to release
the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot.
■ 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.
CAUTION
!
PCI Express x1
PCI Express x16