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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8H61-M PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8H61-M PRO specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
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... D-Sub with max. We recommend a maximum of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (x16/x1) 2...ATA 6Gb/s connectors Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller (continued on market. ** Hyper DIMM support is subject to 2048 x 1530 @75Hz - P8H61-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / ...
... D-Sub with max. We recommend a maximum of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (x16/x1) 2...ATA 6Gb/s connectors Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller (continued on market. ** Hyper DIMM support is subject to 2048 x 1530 @75Hz - P8H61-M PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphics Storage LAN LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / ...
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...P8H61-M PRO specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel ports ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC supports: - Jack-detection, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD only) - AI Suite II ASUS EPU ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI Charger ASUS... ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) 2 x USB 3.0 ports (at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 COMBO port (keyboard & mouse) 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port...
...P8H61-M PRO specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel ports ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC supports: - Jack-detection, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (HD only) - AI Suite II ASUS EPU ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS Anti-Surge protection ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS AI Charger ASUS... ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at the back panel) 2 x USB 3.0 ports (at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 COMBO port (keyboard & mouse) 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port...
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P8H61-M PRO specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ... ROM, EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.6, ACPI v2 0a, Multi-language BIOS 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x Support DVD 1 x I/O shield User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.0 in (24.4 cm x 22.9 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi
P8H61-M PRO specifications summary Internal connectors BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ... ROM, EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM2.0, SMBIOS v2.6, ACPI v2 0a, Multi-language BIOS 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x Support DVD 1 x I/O shield User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 9.6 in x 9.0 in (24.4 cm x 22.9 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. xi
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... items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M PRO motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in LGA1155... package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices...
... items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M PRO motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in LGA1155... package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61-M PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices...
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...adjusts the power consumption in real time. User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-3 Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in no time. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of the button to enable more intricate system settings. Its ability... thermal capacity. MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. 1.3.2 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for the best ...
...adjusts the power consumption in real time. User-friendly UI facilitates flexible frequency and voltage adjustments. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-3 Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in no time. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of the button to enable more intricate system settings. Its ability... thermal capacity. MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. 1.3.2 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for the best ...
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... severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from...
... severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from...
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... external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M PRO 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage...
... external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M PRO 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage...
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... on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from the retention tab. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard...introduction Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO CPU socket LGA1155 2. Press the load lever with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core...
... on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from the retention tab. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard...introduction Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO CPU socket LGA1155 2. Press the load lever with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core...
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Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-9 Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. PnP cap 5. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Load plate 4. The CPU fits ...
Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-9 Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. PnP cap 5. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Load plate 4. The CPU fits ...
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... LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. Push down two fasteners at a time in size and dimension. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-11 Ensure that the four fasteners match the holes on top of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but the installation steps and functions...
... LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. Push down two fasteners at a time in size and dimension. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-11 Ensure that the four fasteners match the holes on top of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but the installation steps and functions...
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A B A B B A B A 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Pull up ...
A B A B B A B A 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M PRO P8H61-M PRO CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Pull up ...
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... Modules (DIMM) sockets. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PRO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-13 Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket.
... Modules (DIMM) sockets. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PRO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-13 Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket.
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Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF ... single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-17
Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF ... single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-17
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... cards complying with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-19 Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on...
... cards complying with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-19 Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings for information on...
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CLRTC 12 23 P8H61-M PRO Normal (Default) P8H61-M PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper ...
CLRTC 12 23 P8H61-M PRO Normal (Default) P8H61-M PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper ...
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... GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port 5. LAN (RJ-45) port. In 4-channel, 6channel, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-21 Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port is for the LAN port LED indicators.
... GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port 5. LAN (RJ-45) port. In 4-channel, 6channel, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-21 Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port is for the LAN port LED indicators.
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... pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-23 If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. A TPM system also ... PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M PRO HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M PRO Front panel audio connector If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this ...
... pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. ASUS P8H61-M PRO 1-23 If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. A TPM system also ... PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M PRO HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M PRO Front panel audio connector If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this ...
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... RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND P8H61-M PRO SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND P8H61-M PRO Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors Install the Windows®...1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8H61-M PRO SATA6G_E2 SATA6G_E1 P8H61-M PRO ASMedia® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later ...
... RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND P8H61-M PRO SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND P8H61-M PRO Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors Install the Windows®...1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8H61-M PRO SATA6G_E2 SATA6G_E1 P8H61-M PRO ASMedia® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later ...