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...and to the owners' benefit, without intent to this email address). ii E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 2 2/15/12 6:36:50 PM or (2) the serial number of this product is eager to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR ...may obtain the complete corresponding source code (as the corresponding binary/object code. All Rights Reserved. No part of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...
...and to the owners' benefit, without intent to this email address). ii E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 2 2/15/12 6:36:50 PM or (2) the serial number of this product is eager to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR ...may obtain the complete corresponding source code (as the corresponding binary/object code. All Rights Reserved. No part of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...
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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8H61-I LX specifications summary viii 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 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.3.1 ...1.6 Jumpers 1-15 1.7 Connectors 1-16 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-16 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-17 1.8 Software support 1-22 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-22 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-22 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 3 iii 2/15/12 6:36:50 PM
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8H61-I LX specifications summary viii 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 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.3.1 ...1.6 Jumpers 1-15 1.7 Connectors 1-16 1.7.1 Rear panel connectors 1-16 1.7.2 Internal connectors 1-17 1.8 Software support 1-22 1.8.1 Installing an operating system 1-22 1.8.2 Support DVD information 1-22 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 3 iii 2/15/12 6:36:50 PM
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... This user guide contains the information you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. vi E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 6 2/15/12 6:36:51 PM Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before...
... This user guide contains the information you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. vi E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 6 2/15/12 6:36:51 PM Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before...
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... provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in this manual. Example: ++ E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 7 vii 2/15/12 6:36:53 PM NOTE: Tips and additional information... to complete a task. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Example: means that you must press...
... provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Keys enclosed in this manual. Example: ++ E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 7 vii 2/15/12 6:36:53 PM NOTE: Tips and additional information... to complete a task. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Example: means that you must press...
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... recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are available in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you install a total memory of 8GB (or above). P8H61-I LX.indb 8 2/15/12 6:36:54 PM Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming and Front Panel JackRetasking 8 x USB...
... recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are available in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** When you install a total memory of 8GB (or above). P8H61-I LX.indb 8 2/15/12 6:36:54 PM Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming and Front Panel JackRetasking 8 x USB...
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E6873_P8H61-I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini-ITX form factor: 6.70 in" x 6.70 in" (17 cm x 17 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H61-I LX specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS... connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6 WOL, PXE, PME wake up 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I LX.indb 9 ix 2/15/12 6:36:54 PM
E6873_P8H61-I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini-ITX form factor: 6.70 in" x 6.70 in" (17 cm x 17 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H61-I LX specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS... connector 32 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6 WOL, PXE, PME wake up 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I LX.indb 9 ix 2/15/12 6:36:54 PM
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... do so may cause severe damage to page x for buying an ASUS® P8H61-I LX.indb 1 1-1 2/15/12 6:36:55 PM The illustration below shows the location of accessories. SB_PWR P8H61-I LX ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-I LX Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you install or remove any component...
... do so may cause severe damage to page x for buying an ASUS® P8H61-I LX.indb 1 1-1 2/15/12 6:36:55 PM The illustration below shows the location of accessories. SB_PWR P8H61-I LX ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-I LX Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you install or remove any component...
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... edge with external ports goes to do so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-I LX 1-2 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 2 ASUS P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:36:57 PM Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation.
... edge with external ports goes to do so can damage the motherboard. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-I LX 1-2 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 2 ASUS P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:36:57 PM Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation.
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... 3-pin CHA_FAN) 6. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-20 1-9 12 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX DDR3 DIMMA1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMMB1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA CLRTC RTL 8111E USB34 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO AAFP VIA VT1708S SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16 LGA1155...DVI USB78 USB56 KBMS Intel® H61 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 ATX12V CPU_FAN CHA_FAN Super I/O 32Mb BIOS Lithium Cell CMOS Power EATXPWR P8H61-I LX.indb 3 1-3 2/15/12 6:36:58 PM ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 4.
... 3-pin CHA_FAN) 6. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-20 1-9 12 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX DDR3 DIMMA1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMMB1 (64bit, 240-pin module) VGA CLRTC RTL 8111E USB34 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO AAFP VIA VT1708S SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16 LGA1155...DVI USB78 USB56 KBMS Intel® H61 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 ATX12V CPU_FAN CHA_FAN Super I/O 32Mb BIOS Lithium Cell CMOS Power EATXPWR P8H61-I LX.indb 3 1-3 2/15/12 6:36:58 PM ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 4.
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Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 4 ASUS P8H61-I LX CPU socket LGA1155 2. Locate the CPU socket on the ..., or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap ...to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard. P8H61-I LX P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:00 PM Press the load...
Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 4 ASUS P8H61-I LX CPU socket LGA1155 2. Locate the CPU socket on the ..., or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap ...to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard. P8H61-I LX P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:00 PM Press the load...
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... notches. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 5 1-5 2/15/12 6:37:01 PM Load plate 4. Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. 3. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket...
... notches. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 5 1-5 2/15/12 6:37:01 PM Load plate 4. Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. 3. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket...
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Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-6 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 6 ASUS P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:02 PM Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the front edge of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with ...
Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-6 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 6 ASUS P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:02 PM Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the front edge of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with ...
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... illustration above is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension. The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 7 1-7 2/15/12 6:37:04 PM If you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA1155...
... illustration above is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension. The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 7 1-7 2/15/12 6:37:04 PM If you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA1155...
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... the motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN P8H61-I LX CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:05 PM A B A B B A B A 1-8 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 8 ASUS P8H61-I LX CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan...
... the motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN P8H61-I LX CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:05 PM A B A B B A B A 1-8 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 8 ASUS P8H61-I LX CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan...
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...) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMMA1 DIMMB1 P8H61-I LX Channel Channel A Channel B P8H61-I LX 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 9 1-9 2/15/12 6:37:08 PM 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate...
...) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMMA1 DIMMB1 P8H61-I LX Channel Channel A Channel B P8H61-I LX 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 9 1-9 2/15/12 6:37:08 PM 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. Rotate...
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...Under the default state, some memory modules for the OS can be about 3GB or less. P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:09 PM To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. ASUS will update the QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. ...7 1.5V • • Micron MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 • • 1-10 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 10 ASUS P8H61-I LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
...Under the default state, some memory modules for the OS can be about 3GB or less. P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:09 PM To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. ASUS will update the QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. ...7 1.5V • • Micron MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • • Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 • • 1-10 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 10 ASUS P8H61-I LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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... IJM22 D9PFJ DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT DS Micron OLD22D9LGK DS NANYA NT5CB256M8GN-CG DS - - Voltage 1.5V 1.5V - 1.5V 1.7V 1.75V 1.65V 1.65V 1.60V 1.5V - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-12 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 12 ASUS P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:13 PM DS - -
... IJM22 D9PFJ DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT DS Micron OLD22D9LGK DS NANYA NT5CB256M8GN-CG DS - - Voltage 1.5V 1.5V - 1.5V 1.7V 1.75V 1.65V 1.65V 1.60V 1.5V - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-12 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 12 ASUS P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:13 PM DS - -
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... damaged when it fits in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. DIMM notch Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 13 1-13 2/15/12 6:37:16 PM 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.
... damaged when it fits in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. DIMM notch Chapter 1: Product introduction E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 13 1-13 2/15/12 6:37:16 PM 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.
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... cards that supports PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the screw you intend to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-14 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 14 ASUS P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:16 PM Failure to do not need to the card. 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future...
... cards that supports PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the screw you intend to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-14 E6873_P8H61-I LX.indb 14 ASUS P8H61-I LX 2/15/12 6:37:16 PM Failure to do not need to the card. 3. See Chapter 2 for the expansion card. 1.5 Expansion slots In the future...