Foxconn H61MXL Series User manual

H61MXL Series Motherboard
User’s Manual

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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 H61MXL
is in conformity with
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accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive)
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disturbance characteristics of information technology
equipment
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Part 3: Limits
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(equipment input current <= 16A per phase)
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Part 3: Limits
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voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current
<= 16A
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Printed Name : James Liang

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Trade Name: FOXCONN
Model Name: H61MXL
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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:2011

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
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■ 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..................................................................................................18
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
Enter BIOS Setup...................................................................................20
Main........................................................................................................21
F-Center .................................................................................................23
Advanced ..............................................................................................30
Boot........................................................................................................35
Power .....................................................................................................36
Health.....................................................................................................37
Security ..................................................................................................38
Save & Exit.............................................................................................39
Chapter 4 CD Instruction
Install driver and utility............................................................................41
FOX ONE
Main Page ........................................................................................44
CPU Control .....................................................................................48
Frequency Control............................................................................50
Limit Setting......................................................................................51
Voltage Control.................................................................................53
Fan Control.......................................................................................54
FOX LiveUpdate
Local Update ....................................................................................55
Online Update ..................................................................................57 
 Congure.........................................................................................60
About & Help ....................................................................................62
FOX LOGO.............................................................................................63
FOX DMI ................................................................................................64

Technical Support :
Website :
http://www.foxconnchannel.com
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 H61MXL Series motherboard.
Foxconn products are engineered to maximize computing power,
providing only what you need for break-through performance.
With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity
features for today multi-media computing requirements, H61MXV/
H67MXV enables you to unleash more power from your computer.
This chapter includes the following information:
■ProductSpecications
■Layout
■BackPanelConnectors

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1-1 Product Specications
CPU SupportLGA1155socketIntel®CPU,Maxprocessorpowerupto95W
SupportSandybridge2ndi7,2ndi5,2nd i3, Pentium, Celeron series CPU
Support32nmCPU
For the latest CPU information, please visit:
http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx
Chipset Intel® H61
Memory 2x240-pinDDR3DIMMs
Support up to 16 GB of system memory
Dual channel DDR3 1333/1066 MHz
architecture
Expansion Slots 1xPCIExpress2.0x16slot
1 x PCI Express x1 slots
Storage H61 chipset:
-4xSATAIIconnectors,300MB/sdatatransferrate
- Support hot plug and NCQ (Native Command Queuing )
LAN ATHEROS,AR8151Giagbitco-layAR8152Lanchip
Audio RealtekALC662audiochip:
-HighDenitionAudio
-2/4/5.1-channel
- Support Jack-Sensing function
USB Support hot plug
Supportupto10xUSB2.0ports(6rearpanelports,2onboardUSB
headerssupporting4extraports)
SupportUSB2.0protocolupto480Mb/s
Internal Connectors 1x24-pinATXmainpowerconnector
1 x 4-pinATX12Vpowerconnector
4xSATAconnectors
2xUSB2.0connectors(supporting4xUSBdevices)
1xCPUfanheader(4-pin)
1xSystemfanheaders(4-pin)
1 x Front panel connector
1 x Front Audio connector
1 x COM connector
1 x Chassis intrusion alarm headers(INTR)
1 x Speaker connector
1 x CLR_CMOS connector
1 x ME connector

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Back Panel
Connectors
1xPS/2Keyboardport
1xPS/2Mouseport
1 x VGA port
6xUSB2.0ports
1xRJ-45LANport
6-channel Audio ports
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250MB/s(500MB/sconcurrent)bandwidth
Low power consumption and power management features
PCI Express x16 Support2.5GT/s(5GT/sconcurrent)bandwidth
Low power consumption and power management features
Green Function SupportACPI(AdvancedCongurationandPowerInterface)
Support S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM),
S4(suspendtodisk),S5(soft-off)
Support EuP function
Bundled Software FOX ONE, FOX LiveUpdate, FOX LOGO, FOX DMI
Operating System Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/XP/UBUNTU
Form Factor MicroATXFormFactor,8.9inchesx6.8inches(22.6cmx17.3cm)

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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. Front Audio Connector
4.PCIExpressx16Slot
5.INTR Connector
6. PCI Express x1 Slots
7. Speaker Connector
8. COM1 Connector
9. PCH_ME_ENABLE Jumper
10. Front USB Connectors
11. Front Panel Connectors
12.SATA Connector
13. Clear CMOS Jumper
14.24-PinATXPowerConnector
15.DDR3DIMMSlots
16. CPU_FAN Header
17. Chipset: Intel® H61
18.LGA1155CPUSocket
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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.
5. RJ-45 LAN Port
The Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to 10/100/1000Mb/s data rate.
LAN Type Left: Active Right: Link
Status Description Status Description
1000M
Off No Link Off No Link
Green
Blinking
Data
Activity
Off 10Mb/s Connection
Green 100Mb/s Connection
Orange 1000Mb/s Connection
Active
LED
Link
LED
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

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6. 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.
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*

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. Remove 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.

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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,
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.
Notch
Before 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

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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