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...the specifications and features in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to their respective owners. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by copyright laws and is 1.0. All rights reserved.... the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example:
...the specifications and features in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. In order to their respective owners. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by copyright laws and is 1.0. All rights reserved.... the User's Manual. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. Example:
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Table of Contents GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Motherboard Layout 5 GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
Table of Contents GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Motherboard Layout 5 GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Motherboard Block Diagram 6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 7 1-1 Installation Precautions 7 1-2 Product Specifications 8 1-3 Installing the CPU 10 1-4 Installing the Memory 11 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 11 1-6 Back Panel Connectors ...
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GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Motherboard Layout VGA KB_MS ATX_12V LGA1155 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DVI CPU_FAN ATX R_USB USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Realtek GbE LAN BAT PCIEX16 M_BIOS B_BIOS CODEC SYS_FAN LPT PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 COMA F_USB2 iTE Super I/O Intel® H61 F_USB1 F_PANEL CLR_CMOS SATA2 32 SATA2 1 0 Box Contents 55 GA-H61M-DS2 DVI motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - 5 -
GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Motherboard Layout VGA KB_MS ATX_12V LGA1155 DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DVI CPU_FAN ATX R_USB USB_LAN AUDIO F_AUDIO GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Realtek GbE LAN BAT PCIEX16 M_BIOS B_BIOS CODEC SYS_FAN LPT PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 COMA F_USB2 iTE Super I/O Intel® H61 F_USB1 F_PANEL CLR_CMOS SATA2 32 SATA2 1 0 Box Contents 55 GA-H61M-DS2 DVI motherboard 55 Motherboard driver disk 55 User's Manual 55 Two SATA cables 55 I/O Shield The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. - 5 -
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GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus DMI 2.0 FDI D-Sub DVI-D PCI Express Bus x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek GbE LAN 2 PCI Express x1 RJ45 LAN Intel® H61 Dual BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus iTE Super I/O LPT COM CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications." - 6 -
GA-H61M-DS2 DVI Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus DMI 2.0 FDI D-Sub DVI-D PCI Express Bus x1 x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek GbE LAN 2 PCI Express x1 RJ45 LAN Intel® H61 Dual BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s 8 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus iTE Super I/O LPT COM CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) For detailed product information/limitation(s), refer to "1-2 Product Specifications." - 6 -
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... system on an uneven surface. •• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 7 -... These stickers are required for warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off. •• Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely...
... system on an uneven surface. •• Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. •• Turning on the motherboard, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 7 -... These stickers are required for warranty validation. •• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off. •• Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely...
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... 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In...Flash Support for EasyTune Bundled Software Operating System * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for ON/OFF Charge Norton Internet Security (...Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.6cm x 17.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information ...
... 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In...Flash Support for EasyTune Bundled Software Operating System * Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Support for ON/OFF Charge Norton Internet Security (...Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.6cm x 17.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information ...
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.... •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 10 - The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does ...bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- LGA1155 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin ...
.... •• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Installing the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 10 - The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does ...bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you begin to install the CPU: •• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- LGA1155 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin ...
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... power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. - 11 - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in only one memory socket as...in Dual Channel mode. 1. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. DDR3_1 DDR3_2 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before ...
... power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. - 11 - A memory module can be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in only one memory socket as...in Dual Channel mode. 1. It is installed, the BIOS will double the original memory bandwidth. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. DDR3_1 DDR3_2 1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before ...
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... port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to 1 Gbps data rate. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of the LAN port LEDs. The following describes the states of 1920x1200 (the actual resolutions supported depend on.... Do not rock it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub...
... port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to 1 Gbps data rate. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to the DVI-D specification and supports a maximum resolution of the LAN port LEDs. The following describes the states of 1920x1200 (the actual resolutions supported depend on.... Do not rock it side to side to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. •• When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub...
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... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 13 -
... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •• Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 13 -
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... lead to an unstable or unbootable system. 2 1 4 3 ATX_12V ATX_12V: Pin No. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard.
... lead to an unstable or unbootable system. 2 1 4 3 ATX_12V ATX_12V: Pin No. If the 12V power connector is turned off and all the components on the motherboard.
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... to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are compatible with fan speed control design. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN).
... to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are compatible with fan speed control design. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN).
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... manufacturer. 8) F_USB1/2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to work or even damage it. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to the USB bracket. - 17 - Pin No. 7) F_AUDIO (Front...(2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire instead of the motherboard header. You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to this header. Definition 1 MIC2_L 9...
... manufacturer. 8) F_USB1/2 (USB 2.0/1.1 Headers) The headers conform to work or even damage it. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your chassis front panel audio module to the USB bracket. - 17 - Pin No. 7) F_AUDIO (Front...(2x5-pin) cable into the USB header. •• Prior to installing the USB bracket, be present on each wire instead of the motherboard header. You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to this header. Definition 1 MIC2_L 9...
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...Keys When the power is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you do it is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in system malfunction. •• It is turned on the...the CMOS values.) 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. - 20 - To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •...
...Keys When the power is recommended that you not alter the default settings (unless you do it is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in system malfunction. •• It is turned on the...the CMOS values.) 2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. - 20 - To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. •• Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. •...
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... enable the system fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Normal Allows the system fan to run at different speeds according to the motherboard CI header. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to control the system fan speed. This item is configurable only...
... enable the system fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Normal Allows the system fan to run at different speeds according to the motherboard CI header. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to control the system fan speed. This item is configurable only...
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... to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the or key to all . `` ATA Port Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. is week (read-only), month, date and year. The date format is 13:0:0. Use to switch between the Month, Date, and...
... to switch between the Hour, Minute, and Second fields and use the or key to all . `` ATA Port Information This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. is week (read-only), month, date and year. The date format is 13:0:0. Use to switch between the Month, Date, and...
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... install. - 39 - Chapter 3 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the drivers that shown in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not...
... install. - 39 - Chapter 3 Drivers Installation •• Before installing the drivers, first install the operating system. •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system and then list all the drivers that shown in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not...
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...Finally, we suggest that you practice other waste. We believe that the information in this product was accurate in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and WEEE (Waste ... the environment and are continuing our efforts to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use internationally banned toxic chemicals. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any unauthorized purpose. To prevent releases of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. The ...
...Finally, we suggest that you practice other waste. We believe that the information in this product was accurate in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and WEEE (Waste ... the environment and are continuing our efforts to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use internationally banned toxic chemicals. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any unauthorized purpose. To prevent releases of the treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure. The ...