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Motherboard P8H61-M LX2 R2.0
Motherboard P8H61-M LX2 R2.0
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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 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 1.3.1 Installing the ...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vii P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 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 1.3.1 Installing the ...
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... Definition Audio CODEC 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS Crash Free BIOS3 ASUS Network iControl ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS GPU Boost (continued on the next page) ix P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB...
... Definition Audio CODEC 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS Crash Free BIOS3 ASUS Network iControl ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS UEFI BIOS ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS GPU Boost (continued on the next page) ix P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage LAN Audio USB...
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... indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. SB_PWR P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Refer to page x for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Series motherboard! This is a reminder that you for the list of accessories. • If...
... indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. SB_PWR P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Refer to page x for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Series motherboard! This is a reminder that you for the list of accessories. • If...
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... the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Do not overtighten the screws! Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes...
... the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Failure to the rear part of the chassis P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 1-2 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Do not overtighten the screws! Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes...
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...only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you see ... Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation processors. • Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure...
...only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU socket LGA1155 2. Load lever A B Retention tab 1-4 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you see ... Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® Second Generation processors. • Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. • Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure...
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... off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 6. B A C 8.
... off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. 1-6 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 6. B A C 8.
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Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A B A B B A B A 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and ... connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector!
Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. A B A B B A B A 1-8 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and ... connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU fan connector Do not forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector!
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... Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. 4. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-9 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched...
... Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. 4. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-9 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched...
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...CT12872BA1067.9FF 1GB SS Micron 9HF22D9KPT(ECC) 7 - To operate at the vendor-marked or at DDR3 2200 MHz frequency as default. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - ...1.5V KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 7 1.5V Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 The system maps the total size of accessing information from a memory module. Profile is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always ...
...CT12872BA1067.9FF 1GB SS Micron 9HF22D9KPT(ECC) 7 - To operate at the vendor-marked or at DDR3 2200 MHz frequency as default. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - ...1.5V KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 7 1.5V Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - 1-10 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 The system maps the total size of accessing information from a memory module. Profile is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always ...
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...-9-27 - 10-11-10-30 - - - 9 - 9 - 9-11-9-27 Voltage 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V 1.8V 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Timing DS - - - GET34GB2400C9DC(XMP) 2GB DS - DDR3-2200 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Kingston KHX2250C9D3T1K2/ 4GX(XMP) Size 4GB (2 x2GB) SS/DS Chip Brand Chip...
...-9-27 - 10-11-10-30 - - - 9 - 9 - 9-11-9-27 Voltage 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V 1.8V 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V 1.65V DIMM socket support (optional) 1DIMM 2DIMMs 1-16 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Timing DS - - - GET34GB2400C9DC(XMP) 2GB DS - DDR3-2200 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Kingston KHX2250C9D3T1K2/ 4GX(XMP) Size 4GB (2 x2GB) SS/DS Chip Brand Chip...
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... IRQ to use . 4. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the screw you may...
... IRQ to use . 4. Install the software drivers for information on the slot. 5. Secure the card to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that supports PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the screw you may...
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.... Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 1.6 Jumpers...
.... Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. 1.6 Jumpers...
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... connectors 2 34 10 9 8 7 6 5 1. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic...
... connectors 2 34 10 9 8 7 6 5 1. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in the front panel to support 8-channel audio output. 1-20 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic...
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... AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter...
... AGND NC NC NC AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter...
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...uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for ATX power supply plugs. COM1 RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is inadequate. • If you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you ...-1 pin COM1) This connector is for details. 3. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is purchased separately. 1-22 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/...
...uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for ATX power supply plugs. COM1 RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is inadequate. • If you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you ...-1 pin COM1) This connector is for details. 3. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is purchased separately. 1-22 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 The system may become unstable or may not boot up . • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/...
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These are for USB 2.0 ports. USB910 USB78 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the fan connectors. Do not place jumper caps on the ...of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the USB connectors. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-23
These are for USB 2.0 ports. USB910 USB78 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the fan connectors. Do not place jumper caps on the ...of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 CPU connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the USB connectors. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-23
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...Windows® XP. • [IDE] is purchased separately. 1-24 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 ... (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is the default SATA type. Under Windows® XP, there is for details...
...Windows® XP. • [IDE] is purchased separately. 1-24 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 ... (7-pin SATA3G_1~4) These connectors connect to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 SPDIF_OUT P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is the default SATA type. Under Windows® XP, there is for details...
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PWR LED PWR BTN F_PANEL PIN 1 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 HD_LED RESET P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off ... the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. SPEAKER P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 PIN 1 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Speaker Out Connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-25 PLED+ PLEDPWR GND HD_LED+ HD_LED-
PWR LED PWR BTN F_PANEL PIN 1 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 HD_LED RESET P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off ... the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. SPEAKER P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 PIN 1 P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 Speaker Out Connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-25 PLED+ PLEDPWR GND HD_LED+ HD_LED-
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TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. 10. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 TPM PIN 1 PCICLK FRAME PCIRST# LAD3 +3V LAD0 SMBSCL +3VSB GND SB_SUS_STAT GND PWROWN LAD2 LAD1 GND SMBSDA SERIRQ GPIO RESET P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 TPM Connector The TPM module is purchased separately! 1-26 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. 10. P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 TPM PIN 1 PCICLK FRAME PCIRST# LAD3 +3V LAD0 SMBSCL +3VSB GND SB_SUS_STAT GND PWROWN LAD2 LAD1 GND SMBSDA SERIRQ GPIO RESET P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 TPM Connector The TPM module is purchased separately! 1-26 ASUS P8H61-M LX2 R2.0 A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
