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GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) AMD Socket AM2 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 2002 12ME-M61PMS2-2002R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) AMD Socket AM2 Processor Motherboard User's Manual Rev. 2002 12ME-M61PMS2-2002R * The WEEE marking on the product indicates this product must not be disposed of with user's other household waste and must be handed over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states.
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Motherboard GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Nov. 29, 2006 Motherboard GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Nov. 29, 2006
Motherboard GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Nov. 29, 2006 Motherboard GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Nov. 29, 2006
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Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler 12 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ...
Table of Contents ItemChecklist ...6 OptionalAccessories ...6 GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation 9 1-2 Feature Summary 10 1-3 Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler 12 1-3-1 Installation of the CPU ...
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GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout VGA COMA LPT USB USB 1394 LAN KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM2 ATX CPU_FAN IT8716 AUDIO F_AUDIO BIOS CI PCIE_16 GA-M61PM-S2 RTL8211 PCIE_1 PCI1 CD_IN PCI2 CODEC REV: 2.0 SPDIF_IO COMB CLR_CMOS BATTERY nVIDIA® GeForce 6100/ nForce 430 TSB43AB23 F1_1394 F2_1394 SYS_FAN IDE FDD F_USB2 F_USB1 F_USB3 F_PANEL PWR_LED DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 SATAII1 SATAII3 SATAII0 SATAII2 - 7 -
GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard Layout VGA COMA LPT USB USB 1394 LAN KB_MS ATX_12V Socket AM2 ATX CPU_FAN IT8716 AUDIO F_AUDIO BIOS CI PCIE_16 GA-M61PM-S2 RTL8211 PCIE_1 PCI1 CD_IN PCI2 CODEC REV: 2.0 SPDIF_IO COMB CLR_CMOS BATTERY nVIDIA® GeForce 6100/ nForce 430 TSB43AB23 F1_1394 F2_1394 SYS_FAN IDE FDD F_USB2 F_USB1 F_USB3 F_PANEL PWR_LED DDRII_1 DDRII_2 DDRII_3 DDRII_4 SATAII1 SATAII3 SATAII0 SATAII2 - 7 -
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... due to use exceeding the permitted parameters. 6. Product determined to use of uncertified components. 5. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not remove the stickers on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a result of electrostatic...pad or within the computer casing. 6. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - English Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation Preparing Your Computer The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to...
... due to use exceeding the permitted parameters. 6. Product determined to use of uncertified components. 5. To prevent damage to the motherboard, please do not remove the stickers on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a result of electrostatic...pad or within the computer casing. 6. Damage due to be an unofficial Gigabyte product. - 9 - English Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Considerations Prior to Installation Preparing Your Computer The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to...
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... 1 CD In connector 3 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cable 1 COMB connector 1 power LED connector 1 Chassis Intrusion connector GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 10 - TSB43AB23 chip 3 IEEE 1394a ports Storage nVIDIA® GeForce 6100/nForce 430 chipset - 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD device - 1 IDE connector...
... 1 CD In connector 3 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cable 1 COMB connector 1 power LED connector 1 Chassis Intrusion connector GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 10 - TSB43AB23 chip 3 IEEE 1394a ports Storage nVIDIA® GeForce 6100/nForce 430 chipset - 1 FDD connector, allowing connection of 1 FDD device - 1 IDE connector...
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... is installed, the actual memory available for the operating system will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 11 - Hardware Installation
... is installed, the actual memory available for the operating system will depend on the CPU you install. (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards. - 11 - Hardware Installation
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..., please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installation of the motherboard) prior to inserting the CPU. Align the CPU to system use extra care when installing the CPU. Please make sure that none are... CPU is installed on the middle of the CPU may occur. 5. Rather than applying force, please change the insert direction of the CPU. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 12 - If this occurs, please change the positioning of the CPU. 3. Socket Lever Fig.1 Position lever at a 90 degree angle...
..., please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installation of the motherboard) prior to inserting the CPU. Align the CPU to system use extra care when installing the CPU. Please make sure that none are... CPU is installed on the middle of the CPU may occur. 5. Rather than applying force, please change the insert direction of the CPU. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 12 - If this occurs, please change the positioning of the CPU. 3. Socket Lever Fig.1 Position lever at a 90 degree angle...
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... the CPU. English 1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler Fig.1 Before installing the CPU cooler, please first add an even layer of heat paste on the motherboard so that either thermal tape rather than heat paste be used for detailed installation instructions). The CPU cooler may adhere to the cooler manual for...
... the CPU. English 1-3-2 Installation of the CPU Cooler Fig.1 Before installing the CPU cooler, please first add an even layer of heat paste on the motherboard so that either thermal tape rather than heat paste be used for detailed installation instructions). The CPU cooler may adhere to the cooler manual for...
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...can only fit in only one direction. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the memory used . 2. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 14 - Then push it down. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. English 1-4 Installation of ...installation steps when you are designed so that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be inserted only in one direction. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Notch DDRII Fig.1 The DIMM socket has a ...
...can only fit in only one direction. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the memory used . 2. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 14 - Then push it down. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM socket. English 1-4 Installation of ...installation steps when you are designed so that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be inserted only in one direction. The motherboard supports DDRII memory modules, whereby BIOS will automatically detect memory capacity and specifications. Notch DDRII Fig.1 The DIMM socket has a ...
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Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Power on the slot. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Make sure your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined ...bracket of expansion card from BIOS. 8. Replace your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the operating system. Remove your computer's chassis cover. 7. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 16 - Install related driver from the computer. 3. Installing a PCI Express x16 expansion card: Please align the VGA card to release the card. When ...
Be sure the metal contacts on the card are indeed seated in motherboard. 4. Power on the slot. Press the expansion card firmly into the computer. 2. Make sure your VGA card is locked by following the steps outlined ...bracket of expansion card from BIOS. 8. Replace your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the operating system. Remove your computer's chassis cover. 7. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 16 - Install related driver from the computer. 3. Installing a PCI Express x16 expansion card: Please align the VGA card to release the card. When ...
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... for detailed software configuration information. 1-7 Connectors Introduction 13 6 2 17 8 16 10 15 14 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0/1/2/3 8) F_AUDIO 9) F_PANEL GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard 5 7 12 9 13 18 4 11 10) CD_IN 11) PWR_LED 12) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 13) F1_1394/F2_1394 14) COMB 15) SPDIF_IO 16) CLR_CMOS 17) CI 18) BATTERY...
... for detailed software configuration information. 1-7 Connectors Introduction 13 6 2 17 8 16 10 15 14 1) ATX_12V 2) ATX (Power Connector) 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN 5) FDD 6) IDE 7) SATAII0/1/2/3 8) F_AUDIO 9) F_PANEL GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard 5 7 12 9 13 18 4 11 10) CD_IN 11) PWR_LED 12) F_USB1/F_USB2/F_USB3 13) F1_1394/F2_1394 14) COMB 15) SPDIF_IO 16) CLR_CMOS 17) CI 18) BATTERY...
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...supplies power to the CPU. Please use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord; If a power supply is used (300W or greater). Align the power connector with its proper location on the... motherboard. Hardware Installation Caution! English 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable ...
...supplies power to the CPU. Please use a 24-pin ATX power supply, please remove the small cover on the power connector on the motherboard before plugging in the power cord; If a power supply is used (300W or greater). Align the power connector with its proper location on the... motherboard. Hardware Installation Caution! English 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable ...
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... note of FDD drives supported are designed with color-coded power connector wires. The types of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector. 34 33 2 1 GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 20 - Please remember to connect the CPU/system fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to the FDD drive. Most coolers are : 360 KB...
... note of FDD drives supported are designed with color-coded power connector wires. The types of the foolproof groove in the FDD connector. 34 33 2 1 GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 20 - Please remember to connect the CPU/system fan cable to the CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN connector to the FDD drive. Most coolers are : 360 KB...
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... assignments carefully while you wish to use the front audio function, connect the front panel audio module to this connector, please refer to this connector. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 22 - For optional front panel audio module, please contact your chassis manufacturer. 10 9 2 1 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET LINE2_R...
... assignments carefully while you wish to use the front audio function, connect the front panel audio module to this connector, please refer to this connector. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 22 - For optional front panel audio module, please contact your chassis manufacturer. 10 9 2 1 HD Audio: Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Definition MIC2_L GND MIC2_R -ACZ_DET LINE2_R...
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Pin No. Pin No. Definition 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 1 3 MPD- Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 11) PWR_LED The PWR_LED connector is on/off. English 10) CD_IN (CD In Connector) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to indicate whether the system is connected with the system power indicator to the connector. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 24 - It will blink when the system enters suspend mode (S1).
Pin No. Pin No. Definition 1 MPD+ 2 MPD- 1 3 MPD- Definition 1 CD-L 1 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 11) PWR_LED The PWR_LED connector is on/off. English 10) CD_IN (CD In Connector) Connect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM audio out to indicate whether the system is connected with the system power indicator to the connector. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 24 - It will blink when the system enters suspend mode (S1).
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... compressed AC3 data to work or even damage it. Please contact your local dealer. 5 1 6 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Definition Power No Pin SPDIF SPDIFI GND GND GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 26 - Use this feature only when your device has digital output function. Check the pin assignments while you connect the S/PDIF cable, incorrect connection between...
... compressed AC3 data to work or even damage it. Please contact your local dealer. 5 1 6 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Definition Power No Pin SPDIF SPDIFI GND GND GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 26 - Use this feature only when your device has digital output function. Check the pin assignments while you connect the S/PDIF cable, incorrect connection between...
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... battery is incorrectly replaced. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Gently take out the battery and put it aside for five seconds.) 3. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 28 - English 18) BATTERY Danger of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
... battery is incorrectly replaced. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Gently take out the battery and put it aside for five seconds.) 3. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 28 - English 18) BATTERY Danger of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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... the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes General help window that may result in the CMOS SRAM of the motherboard. Exit current page and return to the CMOS SRAM. The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in system malfunction. - 29 - When the power is turned on... is displayed at the bottom of the highlighted setup function is a Windows-based utility that does not require users to boot to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1".
... the numeric value or make changes Decrease the numeric value or make changes General help window that may result in the CMOS SRAM of the motherboard. Exit current page and return to the CMOS SRAM. The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in system malfunction. - 29 - When the power is turned on... is displayed at the bottom of the highlighted setup function is a Windows-based utility that does not require users to boot to a new BIOS, either Gigabyte's Q-Flash or @BIOS utility can enter the BIOS setup screen by pressing "Ctrl + F1".
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...Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... 1. Press to the default settings for your motherboard. The BIOS Setup menus described in the BIOS Setup when somehow the system is not stable as figure below) will appear on cards) device. M61PM-S2 F4d . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, : ...Boot Menu 11/22/2006-NV-MCP61-6A61KG02C-00 : Boot Menu Use < > or < > to select a device, then press enter to accept or enter the sub-menu. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 30 - Select the Load ...
...Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... 1. Press to the default settings for your motherboard. The BIOS Setup menus described in the BIOS Setup when somehow the system is not stable as figure below) will appear on cards) device. M61PM-S2 F4d . . . . :BIOS Setup/Q-Flash, : Xpress Recovery2, : ...Boot Menu 11/22/2006-NV-MCP61-6A61KG02C-00 : Boot Menu Use < > or < > to select a device, then press enter to accept or enter the sub-menu. GA-M61PM-S2 (rev. 2.0) Motherboard - 30 - Select the Load ...