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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii H61M-F specifications summary ix Package contents...xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-4 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.4.1 CPU installation 1-8 1.4.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1-10 1.5 System memory 1-12 1.5.1 Overview...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii H61M-F specifications summary ix Package contents...xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-4 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.3.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.4.1 CPU installation 1-8 1.4.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1-10 1.5 System memory 1-12 1.5.1 Overview...
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... in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your area. If you are not sure ...about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure...
... in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your area. If you are not sure ...about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure...
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... BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your... for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.
... BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your... for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. VD2 AAFP PCIEX1_2 USBPW5-10 USB56 PCIEX16 H61M-F ASM 1042 USB3_E12 Intel® H61 CLRTC SPEAKER 8Mb BIOS F_PANEL SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 ASUS H61M-F motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I /O PCIEX1_1 SB_PWR ALC 887- xi Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrations above... AUDIO CHA_FAN RTL 8111F BATTERY Super I /O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for reference only.
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. VD2 AAFP PCIEX1_2 USBPW5-10 USB56 PCIEX16 H61M-F ASM 1042 USB3_E12 Intel® H61 CLRTC SPEAKER 8Mb BIOS F_PANEL SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 ASUS H61M-F motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I /O PCIEX1_1 SB_PWR ALC 887- xi Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrations above... AUDIO CHA_FAN RTL 8111F BATTERY Super I /O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for reference only.
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...174; 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium®/ Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package,...architecture enlarges the bandwidth of the current PCIe 2.0. This provides great graphics performance. ASUS H61M-F 1-1 Dual-Channel DDR3 2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that provide twice the performance of your system memory to boost ...
...174; 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium®/ Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package,...architecture enlarges the bandwidth of the current PCIe 2.0. This provides great graphics performance. ASUS H61M-F 1-1 Dual-Channel DDR3 2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 2000 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that provide twice the performance of your system memory to boost ...
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...restore a corrupted BIOS file using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. ASUS H61M-F 1-3 ErP ready The motherboard is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), significantly ...photos into 256-color boot logos to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to energy consumptions. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply unit (PSU).
...restore a corrupted BIOS file using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. ASUS H61M-F 1-3 ErP ready The motherboard is an auto-recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), significantly ...photos into 256-color boot logos to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to energy consumptions. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply unit (PSU).
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...antistatic pad or in the bag that the system is a reminder that you install or remove any motherboard component. SB_PWR H61M-F ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off H61M-F Onboard LED 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions ...before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before ...
...antistatic pad or in the bag that the system is a reminder that you install or remove any motherboard component. SB_PWR H61M-F ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off H61M-F Onboard LED 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction The illustration below shows the location of the following precautions ...before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before ...
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The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. DO NOT overtighten the screws! 1.3 Motherboard overview 1.3.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.3.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis H61M-F ASUS H61M-F 1-5
The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. DO NOT overtighten the screws! 1.3 Motherboard overview 1.3.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the image below. 1.3.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis H61M-F ASUS H61M-F 1-5
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VD2 AAFP PCIEX1_2 USBPW_FRONT USB56 ASM 1042 USB3_E12 Intel® 6 H61 CLRTC SPEAKER 64Mb BIOS F_PANEL 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 12 34 3 5 17.8cm(7.0in) KBMS RT 8876 CPU_FAN ATX12V DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA LGA1155 22.6cm(8.9in) PS2_USBPW1-4 USB34 EATXPWR CHA_FAN LAN_USB12 RTL 8111F BATTERY 2 AUDIO PCIEX16 H61M-F SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 SB_PWR ALC 887-
VD2 AAFP PCIEX1_2 USBPW_FRONT USB56 ASM 1042 USB3_E12 Intel® 6 H61 CLRTC SPEAKER 64Mb BIOS F_PANEL 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 12 34 3 5 17.8cm(7.0in) KBMS RT 8876 CPU_FAN ATX12V DVI DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA LGA1155 22.6cm(8.9in) PS2_USBPW1-4 USB34 EATXPWR CHA_FAN LAN_USB12 RTL 8111F BATTERY 2 AUDIO PCIEX16 H61M-F SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 SB_PWR ALC 887-
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...resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd ... 1-24 1-18 1-20 1-4 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_E12) 11. PS/2 and USB device wakeup (3-pin PS2_USBPW 1-4) 2. 1.3.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. ASUS H61M-F 1-7
...resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd ... 1-24 1-18 1-20 1-4 1.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_E12) 11. PS/2 and USB device wakeup (3-pin PS2_USBPW 1-4) 2. 1.3.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. ASUS H61M-F 1-7
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1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H61M-F H61M-F 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 H61M-F H61M-F 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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...to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency... on its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP Profile is the standard way of these memory modules depend on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. The stability and compatibility of accessing .... • Always install DIMMs with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. ASUS H61M-F 1-13
...to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency... on its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP Profile is the standard way of these memory modules depend on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. The stability and compatibility of accessing .... • Always install DIMMs with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. ASUS H61M-F 1-13
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... speed is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that they support. Replace the system cover. 1.6.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, ...that you removed earlier. 6. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS H61M-F 1-15 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards ...
... speed is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that they support. Replace the system cover. 1.6.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, ...that you removed earlier. 6. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. ASUS H61M-F 1-15 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards ...
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...AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H61M-F HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H61M-F Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ...This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 8. PS/2 Keyboard port. USB 2.0 ports. DVI-D port. Connect one end of the motherboard's...
...AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L H61M-F HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition H61M-F Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. ...This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 8. PS/2 Keyboard port. USB 2.0 ports. DVI-D port. Connect one end of the motherboard's...
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Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan and 4-pin chassis fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. ASUS H61M-F 1-23 4. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN ...PWR GND CHA_FAN H61M-F CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H61M-F Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the...
Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan and 4-pin chassis fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. ASUS H61M-F 1-23 4. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN ...PWR GND CHA_FAN H61M-F CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND H61M-F Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the...
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...+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSTXGND IntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ PIN 1 H61M-F H61M-F USB3.0 Front panel connector 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction This USB connector complies with USB 2.0. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module cable is for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with...
...+5V IntA_P1_SSRXIntA_P1_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSTXGND IntA_P1_SSTX+ GND IntA_P1_DIntA_P1_D+ GND USB3+5V IntA_P2_SSRXIntA_P2_SSRX+ GND IntA_P2_SSTXIntA_P2_SSTX+ GND IntA_P2_DIntA_P2_D+ PIN 1 H61M-F H61M-F USB3.0 Front panel connector 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction This USB connector complies with USB 2.0. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module cable is for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with...
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... reference only. The contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.9.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install...features of your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to avail all motherboard features. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or...
... reference only. The contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for better compatibility and system stability. 1.9.2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install...features of your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to avail all motherboard features. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or...
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...allows you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you ...ASUS Update from the popup menu. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. From the list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the following methods: ASUS H61M...
...allows you need to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you ...ASUS Update from the popup menu. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using this utility. From the list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the following methods: ASUS H61M...