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Table of Contents GA-H61M-DS2H Motherboard Layout 5 GA-H61M-DS2H 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 12 1-7 Internal Connectors 14 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 The Main Menu 21 2-3 M.I.T...22 2-4 System...29 2-5 BIOS Features 30 2-6 Peripherals...32 2-7 Power Management 33 2-8 Save & Exit...35 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 36 Regulatory Statements 37 - 4 -
Table of Contents GA-H61M-DS2H Motherboard Layout 5 GA-H61M-DS2H 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 12 1-7 Internal Connectors 14 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 20 2-1 Startup Screen 20 2-2 The Main Menu 21 2-3 M.I.T...22 2-4 System...29 2-5 BIOS Features 30 2-6 Peripherals...32 2-7 Power Management 33 2-8 Save & Exit...35 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 36 Regulatory Statements 37 - 4 -
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GA-H61M-DS2H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 FDI x16 PCI Express Bus D-Sub HDMI PCI Express Bus x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 Realtek/ Atheros GbE LAN 3 PCI Express x1 RJ45 LAN Intel® H61 Dual BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s 10 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC iTE Bus Super I/O PS/2 KB/Mouse CODEC MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) - 6 -
GA-H61M-DS2H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1155 CPU DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory DMI 2.0 FDI x16 PCI Express Bus D-Sub HDMI PCI Express Bus x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 Realtek/ Atheros GbE LAN 3 PCI Express x1 RJ45 LAN Intel® H61 Dual BIOS 4 SATA 3Gb/s 10 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC iTE Bus Super I/O PS/2 KB/Mouse CODEC MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line Out (Front Speaker Out) Line In (Rear Speaker Out) - 6 -
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... 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you are uncertain about any metal leads or connectors. •• It is suitable for warranty validation. •• Always remove the...
... 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you are uncertain about any metal leads or connectors. •• It is suitable for warranty validation. •• Always remove the...
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...i5 processors/ Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x HDMI port... 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® H61 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 2...
...i5 processors/ Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated Graphics Processor: - 1 x D-Sub port - 1 x HDMI port... 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® H61 Express Chipset Memory Onboard Graphics Audio 2...
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... System System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the CPU/System fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/System cooler you install. 2 x 32...Recovery2 Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 17.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. - 9 - Support for ON/...
... System System voltage detection CPU/System temperature detection CPU/System fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control * Whether the CPU/System fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/System cooler you install. 2 x 32...Recovery2 Support for Microsoft® Windows 7/Vista/XP Form Factor Micro ATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 17.4cm * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. - 9 - Support for ON/...
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... do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it... does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on ...
... do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it... does not meet the standard requirements for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn on ...
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...If you are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as following: Channel A: DDR3_1 Channel B: DDR3_2 Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that came with two memory modules, it is installed. 222 When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion ...installed in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •• ...
...If you are divided into two channels and each channel has one memory socket as following: Channel A: DDR3_1 Channel B: DDR3_2 Due to CPU limitations, read the manual that came with two memory modules, it is installed. 222 When enabling Dual Channel mode with your expansion ...installed in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. •• ...
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... to the power connector in the correct orientation. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater). Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can withstand high power...
... to the power connector in the correct orientation. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater). Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can withstand high power...
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... 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). Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb.../s Connectors) DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT The SATA connectors conform to your CPU and system from overheating. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Please connect the ...
... 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). Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb.../s Connectors) DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT The SATA connectors conform to your CPU and system from overheating. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. Please connect the ...
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...devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Peripherals Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. Save & ...Exit Save all peripheral devices, such as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your CPU and memory, etc. Or you want. (Sample BIOS Version: E4) Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Select Default Language Help Function Keys Configuration Items ...
...devices connected to the SATA ports. BIOS Features Use this menu to configure the device boot order, advanced features available on the CPU, and the primary display adapter. Peripherals Use this menu to configure all the power-saving functions. Save & ...Exit Save all peripheral devices, such as usual, select the Load Optimized Defaults item to set your CPU and memory, etc. Or you want. (Sample BIOS Version: E4) Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash Select Default Language Help Function Keys Configuration Items ...
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This page is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltages. - 22 - Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is for advanced users... system's failure to default values.) This section provides information on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot...
This page is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltages. - 22 - Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is for advanced users... system's failure to default values.) This section provides information on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot...
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The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. `` Advanced CPU Core Features - 23 - `` M.I.T.
The adjustable range is dependent on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. `` Advanced Frequency Settings && CPU Clock Ratio Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. `` Advanced CPU Core Features - 23 - `` M.I.T.
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...configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Hyper-Threading Technology (Note) Allows you to determine whether to reduce the power. && CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency The settings under the two items above are synchronous to that under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. &&... to determine whether to enable Hyper-Threading technology when using an Intel CPU that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1....
...configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && Hyper-Threading Technology (Note) Allows you to determine whether to reduce the power. && CPU Clock Ratio, CPU Frequency The settings under the two items above are synchronous to that under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. &&... to determine whether to enable Hyper-Threading technology when using an Intel CPU that supports this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1....
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... Frequency(MHz) The settings under the two items above are synchronous to those under the same items on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Frequency(MHz) The first memory...to emit PROCHOT signals. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you install a CPU that an overheating is occurring, PROCHOT signals will be emitted to lower CPU performance to decrease heat production. Disabled Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is the normal operating frequency of the ...
... Frequency(MHz) The settings under the two items above are synchronous to those under the same items on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage and core frequency to memory SPD data. (Default: Auto) && Memory Frequency(MHz) The first memory...to emit PROCHOT signals. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you install a CPU that an overheating is occurring, PROCHOT signals will be emitted to lower CPU performance to decrease heat production. Disabled Only allows the CPU to detect whether an overheating is the normal operating frequency of the ...
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... clearing the CMOS values. - 26 - Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the memory to boot after you make changes on the CPU being used. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. The respective timing setting screens are : Auto (default), Quick, Expert. && Profile DDR Voltage Displays the...
... clearing the CMOS values. - 26 - Enabled allows the system to simultaneously access different channels of the memory to boot after you make changes on the CPU being used. && Channel Interleaving Enables or disables memory channel interleaving. The respective timing setting screens are : Auto (default), Quick, Expert. && Profile DDR Voltage Displays the...
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`` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to set CPU Vtt and memory voltages. `` PC Health Status - 27 -
`` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to set CPU Vtt and memory voltages. `` PC Health Status - 27 -
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... the system fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the system fan speed under the Slope PWM item. Disabled Allows the CPU fan to run at full speeds. && Slope PWM Allows you to Manual. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && System Fan...Allows the system fan to run at next boot. && Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to Manual. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set to the motherboard CI header. Check the ...
... the system fan to run at slow speeds. Manual Allows you to control the system fan speed under the Slope PWM item. Disabled Allows the CPU fan to run at full speeds. && Slope PWM Allows you to Manual. Options are : 0.75 PWM value /oC ~ 2.50 PWM value /oC. && System Fan...Allows the system fan to run at next boot. && Case Open Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to Manual. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. To clear the chassis intrusion status record, set to the motherboard CI header. Check the ...
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You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. - 29 - This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Default: Enabled) 2-4 System This section provides information on your motherboard model, and BIOS version. `` Miscellaneous Settings && Isochronous Support Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset.
You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. - 29 - This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Default: Enabled) 2-4 System This section provides information on your motherboard model, and BIOS version. `` Miscellaneous Settings && Isochronous Support Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset.
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... to Enabled for Windows XP operating system; Press again when prompted to confirm. (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this item to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) && Full Screen... LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at least one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) && Administrator Password Allows you to configure an administrator ...
... to Enabled for Windows XP operating system; Press again when prompted to confirm. (Note) This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this item to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) && Full Screen... LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at least one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) && Administrator Password Allows you to configure an administrator ...
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..., the system resumes to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default: Disabled) (Note) Supported on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this function. S1 (CPU Stop Clock) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 sleep state. In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in a month. Wake...
..., the system resumes to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default: Disabled) (Note) Supported on the +5VSB lead. Disabled Disables this function. S1 (CPU Stop Clock) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 sleep state. In S1 sleep state, the system appears suspended and stays in a month. Wake...