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...these licenses are used only for free by downloading it shipped to, by sending a request to have it from http://support.asus.com/download; ii E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 2 4/11/11 5:03:04 PM Product warranty or service will not be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under ...is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL") and under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you . IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS,...
...these licenses are used only for free by downloading it shipped to, by sending a request to have it from http://support.asus.com/download; ii E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 2 4/11/11 5:03:04 PM Product warranty or service will not be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under ...is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL") and under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you . IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS,...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8H61-M PLUS 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 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 ... 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 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 3 iii 4/11/11 5:03:05 PM
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8H61-M PLUS 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 Layout contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 ... 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 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 3 iii 4/11/11 5:03:05 PM
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... the limits for help. This product has been designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. vi E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 6 4/11/11 5:03:07 PM REACH Complying with Canadian ICES-003. However, there is connected. • Consult the...
... the limits for help. This product has been designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. vi E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 6 4/11/11 5:03:07 PM REACH Complying with Canadian ICES-003. However, there is connected. • Consult the...
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... connected. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 7 vii 4/11/11 5:03:08 PM Do not place the product in your retailer. If you are not sure about the voltage of the...
... connected. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 7 vii 4/11/11 5:03:08 PM Do not place the product in your retailer. If you are not sure about the voltage of the...
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...sign means that you complete a task. Refer to select. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. Optional documentation...a task. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Used to complete a task. Example: means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you must press...
...sign means that you complete a task. Refer to select. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. Optional documentation...a task. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). Used to complete a task. Example: means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you must press...
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...174; 8111E PCIe Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC * Use a chassis with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. Intel® H61 Express ...memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. P8H61-M PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core...
...174; 8111E PCIe Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC * Use a chassis with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output. Intel® H61 Express ...memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. P8H61-M PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core...
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P8H61-M PLUS specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x ..., EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.0 in (24.4 cm x 20.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. E6335_P8H61...
P8H61-M PLUS specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x ..., EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.0 in (24.4 cm x 20.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. E6335_P8H61...
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...ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off or the power cord is switched off mode. Refer to page x for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M PLUS motherboard! If any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe ... to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. SB_PWR P8H61-M PLUS ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M PLUS Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 1 1-1 4/11/11 5:03:12 PM This is a reminder that the ATX power supply is ...
...ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off or the power cord is switched off mode. Refer to page x for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M PLUS motherboard! If any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe ... to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. SB_PWR P8H61-M PLUS ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M PLUS Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 1 1-1 4/11/11 5:03:12 PM This is a reminder that the ATX power supply is ...
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... to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. Ensure that you place it . Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M PLUS 1-2 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 2 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:14 PM Failure to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws!
... to secure the motherboard to do so can damage the motherboard. Ensure that you place it . Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H61-M PLUS 1-2 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 2 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:14 PM Failure to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws!
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... 9. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-19 1-20 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 3 1-3 4/11/11 5:03:16 PM USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910) 1-20 1-4 10. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN...pin module) EATXPWR 24.4cm(9.6in) VGA LGA1155 2 USB34 CHA_FAN LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E COM1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8H61-M PLUS Super I/O PCIEX1_1 Intel® PCIEX1_2 H61 32Mb BIOS SB_PWR ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI1 USB78 USB910 CLRTC SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4...
... 9. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-19 1-20 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-17 Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 3 1-3 4/11/11 5:03:16 PM USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910) 1-20 1-4 10. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN...pin module) EATXPWR 24.4cm(9.6in) VGA LGA1155 2 USB34 CHA_FAN LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E COM1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8H61-M PLUS Super I/O PCIEX1_1 Intel® PCIEX1_2 H61 32Mb BIOS SB_PWR ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCI1 USB78 USB910 CLRTC SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_4...
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...the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8H61-M PLUS P8H61-M PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 2. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) ...Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 4 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:18 PM Press the load lever with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation ...
...the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. P8H61-M PLUS P8H61-M PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 2. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) ...Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 4 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:18 PM Press the load lever with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation ...
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Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 5 1-5 4/11/11 5:03:20 PM Load plate 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket ...
Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 5 1-5 4/11/11 5:03:20 PM Load plate 4. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket ...
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... that it is toxic and inedible. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-6 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 6 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:21 PM If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it . Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the...
... that it is toxic and inedible. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-6 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 6 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:21 PM If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it . Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the...
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... in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 7 1-7 4/11/11 5:03:23 PM 1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to...
... in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 7 1-7 4/11/11 5:03:23 PM 1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to...
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... CPU fan connector! Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A B A B B A B A 1-8 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 8 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:25 PM Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM... CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M PLUS P8H61-M PLUS CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. ...
... CPU fan connector! Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A B A B B A B A 1-8 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 8 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:25 PM Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM... CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M PLUS P8H61-M PLUS CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. ...
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... to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. 4. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 9 1-9 4/11/11 5:03:28 PM Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5.
... to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. 4. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PLUS Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 9 1-9 4/11/11 5:03:28 PM Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5.
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...20 - • • Elixir M2Y2G64CBHC9N-BE 2GB DS Elixir - - - • • Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - • • 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 10 4/11/11 5:03:30 PM Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you do any of the following...: - P8H61-M PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Use a maximum of accessing information from the higher-sized ...
...20 - • • Elixir M2Y2G64CBHC9N-BE 2GB DS Elixir - - - • • Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - • • 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 10 4/11/11 5:03:30 PM Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you do any of the following...: - P8H61-M PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Use a maximum of accessing information from the higher-sized ...
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... K4B1G0846F DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C SS HYNIX H5TQ1G83TFR DS Samsung K4B1G0846F DS Samsung K4B2G0846C DS Micron 0BF27D9KPT DS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG DS - - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-12 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 12 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:36 PM DS - - DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS - - DS - -
... K4B1G0846F DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C SS HYNIX H5TQ1G83TFR DS Samsung K4B1G0846F DS Samsung K4B2G0846C DS Micron 0BF27D9KPT DS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG DS - - Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-12 E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 12 ASUS P8H61-M PLUS 4/11/11 5:03:36 PM DS - - DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS - - DS - -
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... notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is properly seated. Locked Retaining Clip 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. DIMM notch Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 13 1-13 4/11/11 5:03:39 PM 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.
... notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is properly seated. Locked Retaining Clip 1.4.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. DIMM notch Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 13 1-13 4/11/11 5:03:39 PM 1.4.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.