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ECS H87H3-M4 - User Manual

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H87H3-M4
USER MANUAL
Preface
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected
under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
the author.
Version 1.0
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufac-
turer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof
and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for
any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publica-
tion and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation
of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners
and are acknowledged.
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.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • M
    Melanie MorrisonAug 9, 2025
    What to do if ECS Motherboard power is on, fans are running but there is no display?
    • A
      Angela GarciaAug 10, 2025
      If your ECS Motherboard has power and the fans are running, but there's no display, try the following: * Ensure the monitor is turned on and the monitor cable is properly connected to the PC. * Check that the VGA adapter card (if applicable) is inserted properly. * Listen for beep sounds, ensuring the internal PC speaker is connected. Continuous 3 short beeps indicate memory not detected, while 1 long beep and 8 short beeps indicate VGA not detected.
  • J
    Jillian TurnerAug 16, 2025
    Why does ECS H87H3-M4 PC suddenly shuts down while booting up?
    • D
      Denise BrooksAug 17, 2025
      If your ECS Motherboard PC suddenly shuts down while booting up, it might be due to overheating of the CPU. Apply thermal grease onto the CPU heatsink and make sure the CPU fan is well-connected with the CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system is running. You can also try disabling the Smartfan function in the BIOS settings to allow the fan to run at its default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan.
  • M
    Matthew PhelpsAug 25, 2025
    How to troubleshoot start up problems after prolong use of ECS H87H3-M4?
    • J
      Janice SotoAug 26, 2025
      If you are experiencing start-up problems with your ECS Motherboard after prolonged use: * Clear the CMOS values using the CLR_CMOS jumper, then follow up with a Load Optimised Default in the BIOS setup. * Check the CPU cooler fan for dust. Clean the cooler or replace it if necessary. * Ensure the 12V power & ATX connectors are fully inserted into the motherboard connectors with locked latches. * Remove the hard drive, optical drive, or DDR memory to identify any faulty components. * Inspect for any bulged electrolytic capacitors or abnormal components.
  • J
    Javier DavidsonNov 1, 2025
    How to fix ECS Motherboard when it does not power up and the fans are not running?
    • R
      Rachel WilliamsNov 1, 2025
      If your ECS Motherboard doesn't power up and the fans aren't running, try these steps: 1. Disassemble the PC, removing the VGA adapter card, DDR memory, LAN, USB, and other peripherals, including the keyboard and mouse. Leave only the motherboard, CPU with CPU cooler, and power supply connected. Ensure the power cord is plugged into the wall socket and the switch on the Power Supply Unit (PSU) is turned “on”. Then, turn it on again to see if the CPU and power supply fans are running. 2. Make sure to remove any unused screws or metal objects from inside the PC case to prevent short circuits. 3. Check that the CPU FAN connector and the 12V power connector are connected to the motherboard. 4. For Intel platforms, inspect the pins on the CPU socket for damage or bending, as this can cause...

Summary

Chapter 1: Introducing the Motherboard

Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard's components and interfaces.

Motherboard Components

Diagram and identification of major physical components on the motherboard.

I;O Ports

Description and layout of the motherboard's external input/output ports.

Chapter 2: Installing the Motherboard

Safety Precautions

Essential safety measures to follow before and during motherboard installation.

Installing the motherboard in a Chassis

Step-by-step guide for mounting the motherboard inside a computer chassis.

Installing the Processor

Detailed procedure for installing the CPU into the motherboard's LGA1150 socket.

Installing the CPU Cooler

Steps for correctly installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

Installing Memory Modules

Guide on how to install DDR3 memory modules into the motherboard slots.

Chapter 3: Using BIOS

Chapter 4: Using the Motherboard Software

Chapter 5: Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID Configuration

Entering Intel Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS utility

Procedure to access the Intel RAID BIOS utility during system boot.

Creating a RAID set

Step-by-step guide to creating a RAID volume (e.g., RAID 0, RAID 1) within the utility.

Chapter 6: Trouble Shooting

Start up problems during assembly

Common issues encountered during initial PC assembly and their troubleshooting solutions.

Start up problems after prolong use

Troubleshooting steps for issues arising after extended periods of system use.

ECS H87H3-M4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
Socket TypeLGA 1150
ChipsetIntel H87
Memory TypeDDR3
Memory Slots4
Max Memory Supported32 GB
Storage Interface6 x SATA 6Gb/s
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 3.0 x16
AudioRealtek ALC892
LANRealtek RTL8111G Gigabit LAN
Video Outputs1 x DVI-D, 1 x HDMI, 1 x VGA
USB Ports4 x USB 3.0, 8 x USB 2.0

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