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... like this product, carefully read 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: Motherboard GA-H61M-USB3H Motherboard GA-H61M-USB3H Mar. 8, 2013 Mar. 8, 2013 Copyright © 2013 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For example, "REV...
... like this product, carefully read 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: Motherboard GA-H61M-USB3H Motherboard GA-H61M-USB3H Mar. 8, 2013 Mar. 8, 2013 Copyright © 2013 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. For example, "REV...
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Table of Contents GA-H61M-USB3H Motherboard Layout 4 GA-H61M-USB3H Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 11 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 16 2-1 Startup Screen 16 2-2 M.I.T...17 2-3 System...21 2-4 BIOS Features 22 2-5 Peripherals...24 2-6 Power Management 26 2-7 Save & Exit...27 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 28 Regulatory Statements 29 Contact Us...32 - 3 -
Table of Contents GA-H61M-USB3H Motherboard Layout 4 GA-H61M-USB3H Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the CPU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-7 Internal Connectors 11 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 16 2-1 Startup Screen 16 2-2 M.I.T...17 2-3 System...21 2-4 BIOS Features 22 2-5 Peripherals...24 2-6 Power Management 26 2-7 Save & Exit...27 Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 28 Regulatory Statements 29 Contact Us...32 - 3 -
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... 1.2 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header - 7 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/ Intel® Core™ i3 processors/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 ...
... 1.2 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU fan header - 7 - 1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for Intel® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/ Intel® Core™ i3 processors/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 ...
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Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x speaker header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In/...
Internal Connectors Back Panel Connectors 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x speaker header 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x chassis intrusion header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In/...
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... the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. A memory module can be used for optimum performance. - 9 - The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the pin one DDR3 memory module...
... the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. A memory module can be used for optimum performance. - 9 - The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to prevent hardware damage. •• Locate the pin one DDR3 memory module...
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... monitor being used . You can use this port. The maximum supported resolution is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used ). RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed...
... monitor being used . You can use this port. The maximum supported resolution is 1920x1200, but the actual resolutions supported are dependent on the monitor being used ). RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. HDMI Port HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is compatible to 192KHz/24bit 8-channel LPCM audio output. After installing the HDMI device, make sure to set the default sound playback device to connect a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed...
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... black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be used that can withstand high power consumption be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN: Pin No. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in damage to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are properly installed. 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 supply enough stable power to all devices are not configuration jumper...
... black connector wire is recommended that a system fan be used that can withstand high power consumption be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN: Pin No. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in damage to the CPU or the system may hang. •• These fan headers are properly installed. 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 supply enough stable power to all devices are not configuration jumper...
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..., make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are matched correctly. 7) SPEAKER (Speaker Header) Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. PLED+ PLED- The front panel design may configure HD+ HD- Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED and etc. RESRES...
..., make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are matched correctly. 7) SPEAKER (Speaker Header) Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. PLED+ PLED- The front panel design may configure HD+ HD- Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED and etc. RESRES...
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... Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 M_SATA BIOS Switcher (SW4) DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. •• Audio signals will make the device unable to the USB bracket. - 14 - You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to work...
... Pin 8 No Pin 9 LINE2_L 9 Line Out (L) 10 GND 10 NC BIOS Switcher (X58A-OC) 1 M_SATA BIOS Switcher (SW4) DIP 1 23 PCIe power connector (SATA)(X58A-OC) •• The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. •• Audio signals will make the device unable to the USB bracket. - 14 - You may connect your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to work...
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... load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch the two pins for one . Plug in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. - 15 - Gently remove the battery from the power outlet before replacing the battery. •• Replace the battery with chassis intrusion detection design. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Pin No. Replace the battery. 4. 11) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use...
... load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch the two pins for one . Plug in the CMOS when the computer is replaced with local environmental regulations. - 15 - Gently remove the battery from the power outlet before replacing the battery. •• Replace the battery with chassis intrusion detection design. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. Pin No. Replace the battery. 4. 11) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use...
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... the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter are for how to accept or enter a sub-menu. To upgrade the BIOS, use your system to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power...
... the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to boot. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults" section in this chapter are for how to accept or enter a sub-menu. To upgrade the BIOS, use your system to its defaults. •• The BIOS Setup menus described in the CMOS on the motherboard supplies the necessary power...
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... system's failure to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Current Status This screen provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is for advanced users only and we recommend you to determine whether to boot. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 3200 MHz. (Default: Auto) && CPU Clock Ratio...
... system's failure to enable the Intel CPU Turbo Boost technology. Current Status This screen provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size, CPU temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is for advanced users only and we recommend you to determine whether to boot. The adjustable range is from 400 MHz to 3200 MHz. (Default: Auto) && CPU Clock Ratio...
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... enabled. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to determine whether to reduce the power. This feature only works for CPU Turbo mode. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU...
... enabled. Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. Profile2 (Note 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && System Memory Multiplier Allows you to determine whether to reduce the power. This feature only works for CPU Turbo mode. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced during system halt state to set a power limit for CPU Turbo mode. When enabled, the CPU core frequency and voltage will be reduced when the CPU is overheated. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) && CPU...
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... or fail to boot after you install a CPU and a memory module that support this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to set to Quick or Expert. If the system chassis cover is set CPU and memory voltages. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record...
... or fail to boot after you install a CPU and a memory module that support this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to set to Quick or Expert. If the system chassis cover is set CPU and memory voltages. `` PC Health Status && Reset Case Open Status Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record...
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... different speeds according to control the system fan speed. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this occurs. (Default: Disabled) && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to the system temperature. Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU/System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan is subject to the hardware specification of the PCI Express slots to Manual. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to...
... different speeds according to control the system fan speed. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this occurs. (Default: Disabled) && CPU Fan Speed Control Allows you to the system temperature. Options are : Disabled (default), 60oC/140oF, 70oC/158oF, 80oC/176oF, 90oC/194oF. && CPU/System Fan Fail Warning Allows the system to emit warning sound if the fan is subject to the hardware specification of the PCI Express slots to Manual. This item is configurable only when CPU Fan Speed Control is set to...
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... system that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for this feature. This item is present only if at system startup. set this item to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) && Security Option Specifies whether a password is prefixed with "UEFI:" string on this item, set hard drive as...
... system that support GPT format will be prefixed with "UEFI:" string. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for this feature. This item is present only if at system startup. set this item to enter the submenu that presents the devices of the keyboard after the POST. (Default: Enabled) && Security Option Specifies whether a password is prefixed with "UEFI:" string on this item, set hard drive as...
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... Disable Bit function. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to support a legacy PC boot process. Always Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. With virtualization, one computer system can function as installing the OS from operating systems that supports this item to Windows 8 for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always. && Storage Boot Option Control Allows you install a CPU that only support UEFI Option ROM...
... Disable Bit function. Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to support a legacy PC boot process. Always Enables UEFI CSM. (Default) Never Disables UEFI CSM and supports UEFI BIOS boot process only. With virtualization, one computer system can function as installing the OS from operating systems that supports this item to Windows 8 for the LAN controller. (Default: Disabled) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always. && Storage Boot Option Control Allows you install a CPU that only support UEFI Option ROM...
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... when entering BIOS Setup. You will be requested to AHCI mode. Press again when prompted to confirm. 2-5 Peripherals && SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to confirm the password. Type the password again and press . Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to configure a user password. However, the user password...
... when entering BIOS Setup. You will be requested to AHCI mode. Press again when prompted to confirm. 2-5 Peripherals && SATA Controller(s) Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) && SATA Mode Selection Allows you to decide whether to configure the SATA controller integrated in audio card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to confirm the password. Type the password again and press . Differing from the user password, the administrator password allows you to make changes to configure a user password. However, the user password...
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... of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this item to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are : 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M) && DVMT Total Memory Size Allows you to Disabled. `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Configuration Enables or disables Intel Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) - 25 - This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be enabled for full...
... of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. Auto Lets BIOS automatically configure this item to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are : 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M) && DVMT Total Memory Size Allows you to Disabled. `` Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology && ISCT Configuration Enables or disables Intel Smart Connect Technology. (Default: Disabled) - 25 - This item appears only when a USB storage device is installed. (Default: Disabled) && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be enabled for full...
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... onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled) && Internal Graphics Deep Standby Mode Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on automatically. 2-6 Power Management && Resume by PWR-BTTN Configures the way to turn off the system. If the power button is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN. && High...
... onboard graphics enter standby mode to decrease power consumption. (Default: Enabled) && Internal Graphics Deep Standby Mode Allows you to determine whether to let the onboard graphics enter deeper standby mode. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on automatically. 2-6 Power Management && Resume by PWR-BTTN Configures the way to turn off the system. If the power button is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN. && High...