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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.
... 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.
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...Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package (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 ... channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules (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...
...Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 package (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 ... channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules (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...
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...; Operating 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 Mbit flash... 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 -
...; Operating 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 Mbit flash... 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 -
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...please do so according to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the pin one of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. 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 the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's ...
...please do so according to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the pin one of the CPU Socket LGA1155 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU. 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 the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's ...
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...following guidelines before 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 recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips ...be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the ...
...following guidelines before 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 recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips ...be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the ...
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... GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) - 15 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. To meet expansion requirements, it is used that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). The 12V power connector mainly supplies power...
... GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) - 15 - Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. To meet expansion requirements, it is used that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). The 12V power connector mainly supplies power...
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... the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be sure to your CPU and system from overheating. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control •• Be sure to connect fan cables to ...SATA2 7 7 1 1 1 7 1 7 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND - 16 - 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...
... the system may result in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be sure to your CPU and system from overheating. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control •• Be sure to connect fan cables to ...SATA2 7 7 1 1 1 7 1 7 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Definition GND TXP TXN GND RXN RXP GND - 16 - 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...
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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 the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. Or you can save the current...settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for reference only and may differ by the BIOS and system time and date. Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. System Use this chapter are for optimal-performance system operations. •• When the system is...
...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 the CMOS and exit BIOS Setup. Or you can save the current...settings to a profile or load optimized defaults for reference only and may differ by the BIOS and system time and date. Or check the system/CPU temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. System Use this chapter are for optimal-performance system operations. •• When the system is...
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... damage to boot. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you made is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltages. - 22 - If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) This... you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components.
... damage to boot. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you made is dependent on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltages. - 22 - If this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values.) This... you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components.
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`` M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. `` Advanced CPU Core Features - 23 - 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.
`` M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides information on the CPU being installed. && CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. `` Advanced CPU Core Features - 23 - 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.
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...Default: Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you to determine whether to ...C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power...
...Default: Auto) && Turbo Ratio (1-Core Active~4-Core Active) (Note) Allows you to set the CPU Turbo ratios for CPU Turbo mode. Auto sets the CPU Turbo ratios according to the CPU specifications. (Default: Auto) && Turbo Power Limit (Watts) Allows you to determine whether to ...C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU Thermal Monitor (Note) Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor function, a CPU overheating protection function. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to decrease power...
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... 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 decrease average power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS ... this setting. (Default: Auto) && Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that supports this feature. Depending on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. (Note) This item is occurring to emit PROCHOT signals. &&...
... 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 decrease average power consumption and heat production. Auto lets the BIOS ... this setting. (Default: Auto) && Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default) Enabled When the CPU or chipset detects that supports this feature. Depending on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. (Note) This item is occurring to emit PROCHOT signals. &&...
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.... (Default: Auto) && Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. If this occurs, please reset the board 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...
.... (Default: Auto) && Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. If this occurs, please reset the board 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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... 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 determine whether to 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 system temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will...
... 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 determine whether to 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 system temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Check the fan condition or fan connection when this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will...
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This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. - 29 - 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.
This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. - 29 - 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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...the password, enter the correct one first. 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 password...
...the password, enter the correct one first. 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 password...
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... be effective. && ErP Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this function. S1 (CPU Stop Clock) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 sleep state. If the power button is set the date and time as following functions...
... be effective. && ErP Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this function. S1 (CPU Stop Clock) Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 sleep state. If the power button is set the date and time as following functions...