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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P8H61-M2 USB3 specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 ... an expansion card 1-13 1.5.3 PCI Express x1 slot 1-13 1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot 1-13 1.6 Jumpers 1-14 1.7 Connectors 1-15 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-15 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-16 1.8 Software support 1-22 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-22 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-22 iii
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P8H61-M2 USB3 specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 ... an expansion card 1-13 1.5.3 PCI Express x1 slot 1-13 1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot 1-13 1.6 Jumpers 1-14 1.7 Connectors 1-15 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-15 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-16 1.8 Software support 1-22 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-22 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-22 iii
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... NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. Do not place the product in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that all cables are correctly connected...device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to or from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product ...
... NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. Do not place the product in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that all cables are correctly connected...device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to or from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product ...
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... x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots Intel® H61 Express Chipset: - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors Realtek® 8111E PCIe Gigabit LAN controller VIA® VT1708S 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC - Integrated graphics ... HDMI with max. Supports Multi-Streaming * Use a chassis with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system... Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. P8H61-M2 USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 ...
... x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots Intel® H61 Express Chipset: - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors Realtek® 8111E PCIe Gigabit LAN controller VIA® VT1708S 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC - Integrated graphics ... HDMI with max. Supports Multi-Streaming * Use a chassis with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system... Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. P8H61-M2 USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 ...
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P8H61-M2 USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS EPU Lite GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS FanXpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x HDMI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB...
P8H61-M2 USB3 specifications summary ASUS unique features Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor ASUS EPU Lite GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS FanXpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x HDMI port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB...
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... CMOS Power 5 USB3_12 PCIEX16 ASM RTL 8111E 1042 PCIEX1_1 P8H61-M2 USB3 6 Intel® Super I/O PCIEX1_2 H61 SATA3G_1 SB_PWR 7 SATA3G_2 VIA VT1708S AAFP SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB78 CLRTC CHASSIS SPEAKER SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 F_PANEL 32Mb BIOS 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Front...
... CMOS Power 5 USB3_12 PCIEX16 ASM RTL 8111E 1042 PCIEX1_1 P8H61-M2 USB3 6 Intel® Super I/O PCIEX1_2 H61 SATA3G_1 SB_PWR 7 SATA3G_2 VIA VT1708S AAFP SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB78 CLRTC CHASSIS SPEAKER SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 F_PANEL 32Mb BIOS 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Front...
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... plate is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product...
... plate is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment keys into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product...
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...-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. A B 1 1 B A The type of the installed CPU, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. 2. B B Orient the heatsink and fan assembly A such that the four fasteners match the holes on top of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but...
...-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. A B 1 1 B A The type of the installed CPU, ensuring that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. 2. B B Orient the heatsink and fan assembly A such that the four fasteners match the holes on top of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but...
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... the motherboard. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M2 USB3 P8H61-M2 USB3 CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. A B A B B A B A 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to disengage the heatsink and...
... the motherboard. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M2 USB3 P8H61-M2 USB3 CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. A B A B B A B A 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to disengage the heatsink and...
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... software drivers for information on the slot. 5. Realtek 8111E controller - 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you intend to use . 4. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you removed earlier...
... software drivers for information on the slot. 5. Realtek 8111E controller - 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you intend to use . 4. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you removed earlier...
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... or a speaker. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the front panel to the table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. 1.7 1.7.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 34 10 9 8 7 6 5 1. Refer to support 8-channel audio output. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects to the...
... or a speaker. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the front panel to the table below for a PS/2 mouse. 2. 1.7 1.7.1 1 Connectors Rear panel connectors 2 34 10 9 8 7 6 5 1. Refer to support 8-channel audio output. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects to the...
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... PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M2 USB3 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M2 USB3 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. See section 2.5.6 ... the front panel audio I /O module that you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is for details. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 By default, this connector, set the item to [HD]. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. D-Sub port. 6. HDMI port.
... PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M2 USB3 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M2 USB3 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. See section 2.5.6 ... the front panel audio I /O module that you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector is for details. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 By default, this connector, set the item to [HD]. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2. D-Sub port. 6. HDMI port.
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...en-us for ATX power supply plugs. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8H61-M2 USB3 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 P8H61-M2 USB3 ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# ... power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend...
...en-us for ATX power supply plugs. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC P8H61-M2 USB3 GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK PIN 1 GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 P8H61-M2 USB3 ATX power connectors GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# ... power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend...
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... not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P8H61-M2 USB3 P8H61-M2 USB3 Chassis intrusion connector 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Connect one end of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. •...
... not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P8H61-M2 USB3 P8H61-M2 USB3 Chassis intrusion connector 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Connect one end of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. •...
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...P8H61-M2 USB3 PIN 1 PIN 1 P8H61-M2 USB3 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the rear side of the system chassis. USB3_12 P8H61-M2 USB3 P8H61-M2 USB3 USB3.0 front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is for USB 2.0 ports. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-19 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors...that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the chassis. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector is purchased separately. These USB connectors comply with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. 5. Doing ...
...P8H61-M2 USB3 PIN 1 PIN 1 P8H61-M2 USB3 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the rear side of the system chassis. USB3_12 P8H61-M2 USB3 P8H61-M2 USB3 USB3.0 front panel connector The USB 3.0 module is for USB 2.0 ports. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-19 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors...that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the chassis. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector is purchased separately. These USB connectors comply with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. 5. Doing ...
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... GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND P8H61-M2 USB3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 P8H61-M2 USB3 Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows® XP...connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode]. 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M2 USB3 SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M2 USB3 Digital audio connector...
... GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND P8H61-M2 USB3 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 P8H61-M2 USB3 Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • You must install Windows® XP...connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode]. 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M2 USB3 Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M2 USB3 SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M2 USB3 Digital audio connector...
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... when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the HDD Activity LED. SPEAKER P8H61-M2 USB3 PIN 1 P8H61-M2 USB3 Speaker out connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-21 Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear...
... when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the HDD Activity LED. SPEAKER P8H61-M2 USB3 PIN 1 P8H61-M2 USB3 Speaker out connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-21 Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear...
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... [Enabled]. Legacy USB3.0 Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode... 2-19 Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] Disables the function. Realtek PXE OPROM...
... [Enabled]. Legacy USB3.0 Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode... 2-19 Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] Disables the function. Realtek PXE OPROM...