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...the General Public License ("GPL") and under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you . ii E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 2 4/11/11 5:03:04 PM IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING... product. or (2) the serial number of this manual, including the products and software described in it shipped to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR...
...the General Public License ("GPL") and under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you . ii E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 2 4/11/11 5:03:04 PM IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING... product. or (2) the serial number of this manual, including the products and software described in it shipped to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR...
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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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... of parts and recycling. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. REACH Complying with FCC regulations. vi E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 6 4/11/11 5:03:07 PM However, there is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna....the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that the battery should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that to which the receiver is required...
... of parts and recycling. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. REACH Complying with FCC regulations. vi E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 6 4/11/11 5:03:07 PM However, there is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna....the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that the battery should not be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that to which the receiver is required...
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... guide This user guide contains the information you are connected. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 7 vii 4/11/11 5:03:08 PM Contact a qualified service technician or your area. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables...
... guide This user guide contains the information you are connected. Detailed descriptions of the electrical outlet you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 7 vii 4/11/11 5:03:08 PM Contact a qualified service technician or your area. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables...
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.... DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to complete a task. Example: means that you complete a task. Example: ++ viii E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 8 4/11/11 5:03:09 PM Where to find more keys simultaneously...that you must press two or more information Refer to emphasize a word or a phrase. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). IMPORTANT: Instructions that may have been added by your dealer. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, ...
.... DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to complete a task. Example: means that you complete a task. Example: ++ viii E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 8 4/11/11 5:03:09 PM Where to find more keys simultaneously...that you must press two or more information Refer to emphasize a word or a phrase. These documents are linked with a plus sign (+). IMPORTANT: Instructions that may have been added by your dealer. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, ...
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...mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ESD GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (continued on the next page) E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 9 ix 4/11/11 5:03:10 PM We recommend ...Use a chassis with HD audio module in the market. ** Refer to support an 8-channel audio output. 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...
...mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ESD GPU Boost ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS EFI BIOS ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (continued on the next page) E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 9 ix 4/11/11 5:03:10 PM We recommend ...Use a chassis with HD audio module in the market. ** Refer to support an 8-channel audio output. 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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... below shows the location of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to page x for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M PLUS motherboard! Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any of the items is... damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package. 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 Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices...
... below shows the location of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to page x for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M PLUS motherboard! Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any of the items is... damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package. 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 Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices...
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... installing the motherboard, ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. 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
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...-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 SATA3G_3... System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) Page 1-21 1-18 8. 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 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-15 1-18 9. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 5. Intel® H61...
...-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 SATA3G_3... System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) Page 1-21 1-18 8. 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 Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-15 1-18 9. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 5. Intel® H61...
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...P8H61-M PLUS P8H61-M PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 2. 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 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS...mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The...
...P8H61-M PLUS P8H61-M PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 2. 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 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS...mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The...
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... damaging the CPU! DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. PnP cap 5. 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 Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting...
... damaging the CPU! DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. PnP cap 5. 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 Lift the load lever in only one correct orientation. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting...
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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 DO NOT eat it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. B A C 8. Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the front edge ...
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 DO NOT eat it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. B A C 8. Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the front edge ...
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... fan assembly. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the CPU fan cable is for reference only. Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 7 1-7 4/11/11 5:03:23 PM
... fan assembly. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the CPU fan cable is for reference only. Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 7 1-7 4/11/11 5:03:23 PM
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... CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 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 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the...
... CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 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 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the...
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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. Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on...
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. Rotate each fastener clockwise to prevent installation on...
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...up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with the same CAS latency. P8H61-M PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • ...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 The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Size SS...
...up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with the same CAS latency. P8H61-M PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • ...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 The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Size SS...
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DS - - DS Elixir - 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 - - DS Patriot PM64M8D38U-15 DS - - DS - - channel memory configuration. DS - - DS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG DS PATRIOT PM128M8D385-15 DS ...
DS - - DS Elixir - 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 - - DS Patriot PM64M8D38U-15 DS - - DS - - channel memory configuration. DS - - DS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG DS PATRIOT PM128M8D385-15 DS ...
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... Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DIMM notch Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 13 1-13 4/11/11 5:03:39 PM Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with...
... Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Remove the DIMM from the socket. DIMM notch Chapter 1: Product introduction E6335_P8H61-M PLUS.indb 13 1-13 4/11/11 5:03:39 PM Failure to do so can cause severe damage to unlock the DIMM. 2 Support the DIMM lightly with...