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...Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to their respective owners. Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD....Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. All rights reserved.
...Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to their respective owners. Copyright © 2011 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD....Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. All rights reserved.
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Table of Contents GA-H61M-D2-B3/GA-H61M-S2V-B3 Motherboard Layout 6 GA-H61M-D2-B3/GA-H61M-S2V-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 8 1-1 Installation Precautions 8 1-2 Product Specifications 9 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 11 1-4 Installing the Memory 12 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 13 1-7 Internal Connectors 14 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 22 2-1 Startup Screen 22 2-2 The Main Menu 22 2-3 MB...
Table of Contents GA-H61M-D2-B3/GA-H61M-S2V-B3 Motherboard Layout 6 GA-H61M-D2-B3/GA-H61M-S2V-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 7 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 8 1-1 Installation Precautions 8 1-2 Product Specifications 9 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 11 1-4 Installing the Memory 12 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 12 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 13 1-7 Internal Connectors 14 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 22 2-1 Startup Screen 22 2-2 The Main Menu 22 2-3 MB...
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GA-H61M-D2-B3/GA-H61M-S2V-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus DMI Interface FDI Interface D-Sub DVI-D PCI Express Bus x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek RTL8111E RJ45 3 PCI Express x1 LAN Intel® H61 Dual BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s 10 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus iTE IT8728 LPT COM Port CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) - 7 -
GA-H61M-D2-B3/GA-H61M-S2V-B3 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus DMI Interface FDI Interface D-Sub DVI-D PCI Express Bus x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek RTL8111E RJ45 3 PCI Express x1 LAN Intel® H61 Dual BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s 10 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus iTE IT8728 LPT COM Port CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) - 7 -
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... Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Unique Features Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download ...Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 19.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors ...
... Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Unique Features Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download ...Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 19.5cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors ...
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... the power outlet before you are divided into two channels and each channel has one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same ...capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to insert the memory, switch...
... the power outlet before you are divided into two channels and each channel has one DDR3 memory module is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same ...capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing an expansion card to insert the memory, switch...
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...or writing data. •• RES (Reset Switch): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL 2 20 (H61M-D2) 1 19 HD+ HD- The LED is off your chassis front panel module to this header according to the pin assignments below. When connecting ...your C) system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for PWM Switch (X58A-OC) more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker): DIP Connects to the speaker on ...
...or writing data. •• RES (Reset Switch): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. F_PANEL(NH) F_PANEL 2 20 (H61M-D2) 1 19 HD+ HD- The LED is off your chassis front panel module to this header according to the pin assignments below. When connecting ...your C) system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for PWM Switch (X58A-OC) more information). •• SPEAK (Speaker): DIP Connects to the speaker on ...
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...load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 14) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer...holder and wait for one . Hardware Installation 13) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn...
...load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 14) BAT (Battery) The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in the CMOS when the computer...holder and wait for one . Hardware Installation 13) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to factory defaults. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values •• Always turn...
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...2011, Award Software, Inc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do it...items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-H61M-D2-B3 D13) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup ...
...2011, Award Software, Inc. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. •• Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do it...items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-H61M-D2-B3 D13) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup ...
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...} Advanced Voltage Settings } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature Vcore DRAM Voltage D13 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024...is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent...
...} Advanced Voltage Settings } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature Vcore DRAM Voltage D13 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz 1024...is not stable as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your system to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in this chapter are for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent...
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CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I .T. Current Status This screen provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. `` M.I... Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature Vcore DRAM Voltage D13 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz...
CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I .T. Current Status This screen provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. `` M.I... Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature Vcore DRAM Voltage D13 99.80 MHz 3094.12 MHz 1332.71 MHz...
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...the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for CPU Turbo mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to ...Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you to set a power limit for the installed CPU. BIOS Setup All Enables all CPU cores. Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note) Allows you to alter the clock ratio for CPU Turbo mode. `` Advanced...
...the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) CPU Cores Enabled (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for CPU Turbo mode. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this feature. Auto sets the power limit according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) Core Current Limit (Amps) Allows you to ...Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you to set a power limit for the installed CPU. BIOS Setup All Enables all CPU cores. Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. (Note) Allows you to alter the clock ratio for CPU Turbo mode. `` Advanced...
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.... When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU ... the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to the System Memory Multiplier settings. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Internal ...
.... When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease heat production. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU ... the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to the System Memory Multiplier settings. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) CPU EIST Function (Note) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Internal ...
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...Interleaving, Channel A Timing Settings, and Channel B Timing Settings items to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Standard Lets the system ... value displayed here is dependent on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. BIOS Setup `` Advanced Memory Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced Memory Settings System Memory Multiplier ...
...Interleaving, Channel A Timing Settings, and Channel B Timing Settings items to increase memory performance and stability. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Standard Lets the system ... value displayed here is dependent on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. BIOS Setup `` Advanced Memory Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced Memory Settings System Memory Multiplier ...
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...), 1~16. tWR Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. tWTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRP Options are : Auto (default), 1~31. tWTR Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. BIOS Setup - 28 - tRRD Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRTP Options are : Auto (default), 5~15. >>>>> Channel A/B Timing Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software...
...), 1~16. tWR Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. tWTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRP Options are : Auto (default), 1~31. tWTR Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. BIOS Setup - 28 - tRRD Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRTP Options are : Auto (default), 5~15. >>>>> Channel A/B Timing Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software...
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QPI/Vtt Voltage The default is Auto. BIOS Setup Round Trip Latency Options are : Auto (default), 1~31. Graphics DVID The default is Auto. >>> MCH/ICH PCH Core The default is Auto. DRAM Voltage ...
QPI/Vtt Voltage The default is Auto. BIOS Setup Round Trip Latency Options are : Auto (default), 1~31. Graphics DVID The default is Auto. >>> MCH/ICH PCH Core The default is Auto. DRAM Voltage ...
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... when you to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST for faster system startup. •• Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) •• Manual Allows you install a CPU that supports this item to...Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Isochronous Support Determines whether to CHS. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. BIOS Setup - 30 - Options are used, set to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. (Default: Enabled) Virtualization Technology (Note) ...
... when you to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST for faster system startup. •• Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect SATA devices during the POST. (Default) •• Manual Allows you install a CPU that supports this item to...Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Isochronous Support Determines whether to CHS. Access Mode Sets the hard drive access mode. BIOS Setup - 30 - Options are used, set to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. (Default: Enabled) Virtualization Technology (Note) ...
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...: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Hard Disk Boot Priority Specifies the sequence of the device during the POST. BIOS Setup Cylinder Number of heads. Capability Limit CPUID Max. The following fields display your SATA devices by the... BIOS POST. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features } Hard Disk Boot Priority Quick Boot CD/DVD Boot Option First Boot Device Second Boot ...
...: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Hard Disk Boot Priority Specifies the sequence of the device during the POST. BIOS Setup Cylinder Number of heads. Capability Limit CPUID Max. The following fields display your SATA devices by the... BIOS POST. 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software Advanced BIOS Features } Hard Disk Boot Priority Quick Boot CD/DVD Boot Option First Boot Device Second Boot ...
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...GPT partition, such as the system boots up. Password Check Specifies whether a password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of system memory allocated solely for the onboard graphics ...USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USBHDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled. Use the up a dual view configuration, set a delay time for the BIOS to limit CPUID maximum value. CD/DVD Boot Option Set this item to EFI if you want to install the operating system to Disabled for...
...GPT partition, such as the system boots up. Password Check Specifies whether a password is required for booting the system and for entering the BIOS Setup program. Capability Enables or disables the S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) capability of system memory allocated solely for the onboard graphics ...USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USBHDD, Legacy LAN, Disabled. Use the up a dual view configuration, set a delay time for the BIOS to limit CPUID maximum value. CD/DVD Boot Option Set this item to EFI if you want to install the operating system to Disabled for...
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... the fault or short. - 33 - SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software SMART LAN Start detecting at Port..... BIOS Setup Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to operate in Native IDE mode. Set this item to detect the status of the integrated SATA controllers.
... the fault or short. - 33 - SMART LAN (LAN Cable Diagnostic Function) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2011 Award Software SMART LAN Start detecting at Port..... BIOS Setup Disabled Allows the SATA controllers to operate in Native IDE mode. Set this item to detect the status of the integrated SATA controllers.
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...) sleep state (default). The system can be turned off instantly. (Default) Delay 4 Sec. Press and hold the power button for the onboard parallel (LPT) port. BIOS Setup - 34 - Options are : SPP (Standard Parallel Port) (default), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP. 2-7 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility...
...) sleep state (default). The system can be turned off instantly. (Default) Delay 4 Sec. Press and hold the power button for the onboard parallel (LPT) port. BIOS Setup - 34 - Options are : SPP (Standard Parallel Port) (default), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port), ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), ECP+EPP. 2-7 Power Management Setup CMOS Setup Utility...