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Motherboard P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series • P8H61-M LX R2.0 • P8H61-M PLUS R2.0
Motherboard P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series • P8H61-M LX R2.0 • P8H61-M PLUS R2.0
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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series 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 ASUS DIGI+VRM 1-3 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the CPU ...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series 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 ASUS DIGI+VRM 1-3 1.3.3 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 Installing the CPU ...
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... generation processors. **Due to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2000/1800 MHz frequency. ***Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendor List). ****When you install memory of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows® 32...; 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. Supports RGB with HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second/Third Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core...
... generation processors. **Due to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2000/1800 MHz frequency. ***Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendor List). ****When you install memory of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows® 32...; 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. Supports RGB with HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second/Third Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core...
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... ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.2 in use - P8H61-M LX R2.0 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS DIGI+VRM - ASUS 3+1+1 Phase Power Design ASUS EPU - AI Suite II - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring user-friendly graphics interface - Digital Power...
... ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.2 in use - P8H61-M LX R2.0 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS DIGI+VRM - ASUS 3+1+1 Phase Power Design ASUS EPU - AI Suite II - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring user-friendly graphics interface - Digital Power...
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Thank you start installing the motherboard and adding components, check the items in your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series motherboard! This provides great graphics performance. Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors ...
Thank you start installing the motherboard and adding components, check the items in your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series motherboard! This provides great graphics performance. Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors ...
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...® H61 Express Chipset The Intel® H61 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of Line-in x16 mode). Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is the latest PCI Express...
...® H61 Express Chipset The Intel® H61 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of Line-in x16 mode). Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is the latest PCI Express...
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...waste, and provides more exciting computing than traditional BIOS version. 1.3.2 1.3.3 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61-M LX R2.0 PLUS R2.0 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS ...All-new digital CPU power controls work perfectly together to enable more intricate system settings. Innovative ASUS features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. The exclusive EZ ...
...waste, and provides more exciting computing than traditional BIOS version. 1.3.2 1.3.3 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (P8H61-M LX R2.0 PLUS R2.0 only) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS ...All-new digital CPU power controls work perfectly together to enable more intricate system settings. Innovative ASUS features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. The exclusive EZ ...
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.... Electrostatic discharge (ESD) conditions can happen while plugging or unplugging any USB peripherals-causing damage to prevent discharge spread. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to cancel electrical charge. 2. ESD Protect ... electromagnetic radiation output with ESD Guards. Low EMI A special low-radiation design shields you to convert your screen. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. The...
.... Electrostatic discharge (ESD) conditions can happen while plugging or unplugging any USB peripherals-causing damage to prevent discharge spread. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to cancel electrical charge. 2. ESD Protect ... electromagnetic radiation output with ESD Guards. Low EMI A special low-radiation design shields you to convert your screen. 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings. The...
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This is a reminder that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. SB_PWR P8H61-M LX R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M LX R2.0 Onboard LED 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you should shut down the system and unplug ...
This is a reminder that the ATX power supply is switched off mode. SB_PWR P8H61-M LX R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M LX R2.0 Onboard LED 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you should shut down the system and unplug ...
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... ensure that you place it into the chassis in the illustration below. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M LX R2.0 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 Doing so can cause you unplug the power cord before installing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to do so...
... ensure that you place it into the chassis in the illustration below. Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M LX R2.0 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 Doing so can cause you unplug the power cord before installing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to do so...
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...CLRTC) 1-19 1-13 10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-24 1-1 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-21 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page ...) LPT VGA LGA1155 USB34 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN1_USB12 EATXPWR RTL 8111E/ 8111F Lithium Cell CMOS Power 2 CHA_FAN AUDIO PCIEX16 P8H61-M LX R2.0 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 Intel® H61 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 5 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX1_3 USB56 USB78 8Mb CLRTC...
...CLRTC) 1-19 1-13 10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-24 1-1 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-21 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) 3. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page ...) LPT VGA LGA1155 USB34 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN1_USB12 EATXPWR RTL 8111E/ 8111F Lithium Cell CMOS Power 2 CHA_FAN AUDIO PCIEX16 P8H61-M LX R2.0 Super I/O PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 Intel® H61 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 5 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX1_3 USB56 USB78 8Mb CLRTC...
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Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-9 P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU... damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment.../ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket ...
Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-9 P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU... damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment.../ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket ...
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1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. To prevent damage to the right (B) until the load plate is released from the retention tab. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), and then move it is completely lifted. P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Load lever A B Retention tab Load plate 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0
1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. To prevent damage to the right (B) until the load plate is released from the retention tab. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), and then move it is completely lifted. P8H61-M LX R2.0 P8H61-M LX R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until it to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. 3. Load lever A B Retention tab Load plate 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0
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Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-12 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 7. Insert the load lever under the retention knob (C). B A C 8.
Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-12 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 7. Insert the load lever under the retention knob (C). B A C 8.
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... 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. A B A B B A B A 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the ...
... 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. A B A B B A B A 1-14 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the ...
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The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15 DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory ...
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15 DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory ...
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Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. The system maps the total size of 3GB system memory if you do any of accessing ... configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0
Visit the ASUS website at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. The system maps the total size of 3GB system memory if you do any of accessing ... configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0
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... page) Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 Timing - 9-10-9-28 - 9-11-9-28 - - FLKE85F-B8KJA FEIH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - DDR3-2250 MHz capability Vendors KINGSTON Part No. P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX Transcend Transcend Transcend PATRIOT Part No. Size SS/ DS...
... page) Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 Timing - 9-10-9-28 - 9-11-9-28 - - FLKE85F-B8KJA FEIH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - DDR3-2250 MHz capability Vendors KINGSTON Part No. P8H61-M LX R2.0 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX Transcend Transcend Transcend PATRIOT Part No. Size SS/ DS...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 DIMM socket Timing Voltage support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 DIMM socket Timing Voltage support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB...
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... memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-22 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO.
... memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-22 ASUS P8H61-M LX R2.0 DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO.