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GA-H61M-S1 Motherboard Layout KB_MS ATX_12V LGA1155 CPU_FAN R_USB USB_LAN GA-H61M-S1 Realtek RTL8111F AUDIO PCIEX16 F_AUDIO SATA2 M_BIOS PCIEX1_1 Intel ® IT8728 PCIEX1_2 CODEC F_USB1 CLR_CMOS SYS_FAN F_USB2 F_PANEL Box Contents GA-H61M-S1 motherboard Motherboard driver disk Two SATA cables User's Manual I/O Shield * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. •...
Dual 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.) Onboard Integrated Graphics Prosessor: Graphics 1 x D-Sub port...
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Support for Microsoft Windows 7/Vista/XP ® System 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 without prior notice. - 9 -...
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: Make sure that 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 •...
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. 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 power outlet before installing •...
Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the upper port (green) to connect a PS/2 mouse and the lower port (purple) to connect a PS/2 keyboard. D-Sub Port The D-Sub port supports a 15-pin D-Sub connector. Connect a monitor that supports D-Sub connection to this port.
Internal Connectors ATX_12V F_PANEL F_AUDIO CPU_FAN F_USB1/2 SYS_FAN CLR_CMOS SATA2 0/1/2/3 Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the •...
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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 the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed.
3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN). Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The speed control function requires the use of a fan with fan speed control design.
6) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. Power Message/Power/ Switch Sleep LED Speaker...
7) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module con- nector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header.
9) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the CMOS values (e.g. date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds.
To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on. 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 •...
The Main Menu On the main menu of the BIOS Setup program, press arrow keys to move among the items and press <Enter> to accept or enter a sub-menu. Or you can use your mouse to select the item you want. (Sample BIOS Version: F1b) Setup Menus Enter Q-Flash...
M.I.T. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent 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. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results.
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M.I.T. Current Status This screen provides information on CPU/memory frequencies/parameters. Advanced Frequency Settings CPU Clock Ratio & Allows you to alter the clock ratio for the installed CPU. The adjustable range is dependent on the CPU being installed. CPU Frequency &...
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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. Internal CPU PLL Overvoltage & Enabled allows CPU PLL voltage to operate at a higher value. Disabled allows CPU PLL voltage to operate at default value.
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CPU EIST Function (Note) & Enables or disables Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). Depending 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 automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note)
System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(Mhz) & The settings under the two items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Performance Enhance & Allows the system to operate at three different performance levels. Normal Lets the system operate at its basic performance level.
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Advanced Voltage Settings CPU Vtt & Allows you to set CPU Vtt voltage. The default is Auto. DRAM Voltage & Allows you to set memory voltage. The default is Auto. PC Health Status - 26 -...
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Reset Case Open Status & Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Case Opened field will show Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the "No" at next boot. Case Opened & Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header.
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. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. (Default: Enabled) System This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version.
System Language & Selects the default language used by the BIOS. System Date & Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch between the Month, Date, and Year fields and use the up arrow or down arrow key to set the desired value.
Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed with "UEFI:" string. Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities &...
Peripherals LAN PXE Boot Option ROM & Allows you to decide whether to activate the boot ROM integrated with the onboard LAN chip. (Default: Disabled) SATA Controller(s) (Intel H61 Chipset) & Enables or disables the integrated SATA controllers. (Default: Enabled) SATA Mode Selection (Intel H61 Chipset) &...
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Internal Graphics Memory Size & Allows you to set the onboard graphics memory size. Options are: 32M~1024M. (Default: 64M) DVMT Total Memory Size & Allows you to allocate the DVMT memory size of the onboard graphics. Options are: 128M, 256M, MAX. (Default: MAX) Legacy USB Support &...
Power Management AC BACK & Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. Always Off The system stays off upon the return of the AC power.
Note: When using this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from the operating system or removal of the AC power, or the settings may not be effective. & Determines whether to let the system consume less than 1W power in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this item 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.
Exit Without Saving & Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. Load Optimized Defaults &...
"end of life" product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic chemicals.
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