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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8H61 PRO 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide vii P8H61 PRO 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 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
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...for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). *** When you are available in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. P8H61 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™...Dual-channel memory architecture Support Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)* * The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot 2 x PCI...
...for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). *** When you are available in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. P8H61 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™...Dual-channel memory architecture Support Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)* * The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot 2 x PCI...
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P8H61 PRO specifications summary ASUS Special features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel ports 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features: - ESD ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink Solution and MOS Heatsink - MemOK! - Turbo Key II ASUS Protect 3.0 technology - Anti-Surge protection - ASUS AI Suite II - vPCH: 190-step chipset voltage control SFS...
P8H61 PRO specifications summary ASUS Special features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features Rear panel ports 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features: - ESD ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink Solution and MOS Heatsink - MemOK! - Turbo Key II ASUS Protect 3.0 technology - Anti-Surge protection - ASUS AI Suite II - vPCH: 190-step chipset voltage control SFS...
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... by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x Support DVD 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.4 in (30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H61 PRO specifications summary Internal connectors / switches BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor...
... by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cable 1 x I/O shield 1 x Support DVD 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.4 in (30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H61 PRO specifications summary Internal connectors / switches BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor...
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...1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H61 PRO motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-1 Before you for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core...for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61 PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and...
...1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H61 PRO motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-1 Before you for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core...for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H61 PRO motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and...
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...Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution The stylish heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that demand far more flexible and convenient mouse controls. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-3 AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. MemOK! It allows you to patch... EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the elegant appearance! 1.3.2 100% All High-quality ...
...Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution The stylish heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that demand far more flexible and convenient mouse controls. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-3 AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. MemOK! It allows you to patch... EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the elegant appearance! 1.3.2 100% All High-quality ...
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... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-5 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded...
... as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-5 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded...
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The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8H61 PRO 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ...
The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8H61 PRO 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ...
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P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO CPU socket LGA1155 2. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do...cap after installing the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed ... from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Contact your thumb...
P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO CPU socket LGA1155 2. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do...cap after installing the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed ... from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Contact your thumb...
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... by lifting the tab only. Load plate 4. PnP cap 5. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-9
... by lifting the tab only. Load plate 4. PnP cap 5. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notches. Gold triangle mark Alignment keys CPU notches ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-9
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Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the CPU fan connector. 2. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-11 Ensure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Place ...
Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the CPU fan connector. 2. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-11 Ensure that you have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Place ...
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... fan connector! A B A B B A B A 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence...
... fan connector! A B A B B A B A 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 3. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence...
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... a DDR2 DIMM socket. 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61 PRO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61 PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-13
... a DDR2 DIMM socket. 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61 PRO Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61 PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-13
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...configuration. Use a maximum of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - For optimum compatibility, we recommend ... system maps the total size of 3GB system memory if you want to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8H61 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Micron ELPIDA KTC ELPIDA Hynix Micron Micron 9HF22D9KPT J1108EDSE-DJ-F D1288JPNDPLD9U J1108BDSE...
...configuration. Use a maximum of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Always install DIMMs with 8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - For optimum compatibility, we recommend ... system maps the total size of 3GB system memory if you want to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8H61 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Micron ELPIDA KTC ELPIDA Hynix Micron Micron 9HF22D9KPT J1108EDSE-DJ-F D1288JPNDPLD9U J1108BDSE...
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-Data AD31333G001GOU 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V • • A-Data AD31333002GOU ... single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-15 DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-Data AD31333G001GOU 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65-1.85V • • A-Data AD31333002GOU ... single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-15 DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
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..., ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-17 Secure the card to the card. 3. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the...
..., ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you removed earlier. 6. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-17 Secure the card to the card. 3. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the...
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P8H61 PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8H61 PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper ...
P8H61 PRO CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8H61 PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper ...
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...). Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 7. Line In port (light blue). ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-19 Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. Line Out port (lime). This port connects...
...). Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 7. Line In port (light blue). ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-19 Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. Line Out port (lime). This port connects...
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... module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for a serial (COM) port. COM1 PIN 1 P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-21 If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, ensure that supports either High... Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. The serial port bracket (COM1) is for details. 2. P8H61 PRO AAFP SENSE2_RETUR SENSE1_RETUR PRESENCE#...
... module that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for a serial (COM) port. COM1 PIN 1 P8H61 PRO P8H61 PRO Serial port (COM1) connector ASUS P8H61 PRO 1-21 If you want to connect an AC97 front panel audio module to this connector, ensure that supports either High... Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. The serial port bracket (COM1) is for details. 2. P8H61 PRO AAFP SENSE2_RETUR SENSE1_RETUR PRESENCE#...