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ASROCK H61M-DGS User Manual

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H61M-DGS
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published December 2011
Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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ASROCK H61M-DGS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1066, 1333, 1600 MHz
Processor socketLGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Pentium
Maximum number of SMP processors1
Number of SATA II connectors4
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors0
USB 2.0 ports quantity6
Audio chipRealtek ALC662
CertificationFCC, CE, WHQL
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel® H61
Audio output channels5.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA II
Maximum resolution2048 x 1536 pixels
On-board graphics cardNo
Parallel processing technology supportNot supported
PCI Express slots version2.0, 3.0
Cables includedSATA
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8111C
Networking features10/100/1000 Mb/s
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeUEFI
ACPI version1.1
BIOS memory size32 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth173 mm
Width226 mm

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for installation and use.

Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard, including platform, CPU, chipset, memory, graphics, audio, and LAN.

Motherboard Layout

Diagram illustrating the placement of key components and connectors on the motherboard.

I/O Panel Overview

Identifies and describes the ports and connectors on the rear input/output panel.

Chapter 2 Installation

Screw Holes

Instructions on correctly placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

Pre-installation Precautions

Important safety and handling guidelines to follow before installing motherboard components.

CPU Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the Intel 1155-Pin CPU into the motherboard socket.

CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation

Detailed instructions for installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly onto the motherboard.

Memory Module (DIMM) Installation

Guide on how to properly install DDR3 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

PCI Express Slot Installation

Instructions for installing expansion cards into the PCIE1 (x16) and PCIE2 (x1) slots.

Dual Monitor Feature

Enabling and using the motherboard's dual monitor capabilities with onboard DVI-D and D-Sub ports.

Surround Display Setup

Configuring surround display with onboard and add-on graphics cards, including OS-specific settings.

HDCP Function

Explanation of High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection and its requirements for display quality.

Jumper Setup

Details the function and settings for the Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1).

Onboard Headers and Connectors

Description of onboard headers like SATAII, USB 2.0, and Print Port for system connections.

Front Panel Audio and System Panel Headers

Connecting front panel audio and system control/indicator cables to their respective headers.

Chassis Connections and Power

Connecting LEDs, speaker, fans, and ATX power supply to motherboard connectors.

Power and Serial Port Connections

Details ATX power connectors and the serial port header for system power and serial communication.

SATA/SATAII Hard Disk Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing SATA and SATAII hard drives into the chassis and connecting them.

SATA/SATAII HDD Hot Plug Function

Explains the Hot Plug feature for SATA/SATAII HDDs in AHCI mode and prerequisites.

Hot Plug/Unplug Operation Guide

Provides detailed instructions for safely hot plugging and unplugging SATA/SATAII HDDs.

Driver Installation Guide

Instructions for installing drivers from the support CD for various system devices.

Installing Windows OS Without RAID

Procedures for installing Windows 7/Vista/XP operating systems on SATA/SATAII HDDs without RAID.

Chapter 3 UEFI SETUP UTILITY

UEFI Interface and Navigation

Overview of the UEFI utility, menu bar, and navigation keys for system configuration.

Main Screen and OC Tweaker

System overview screen and overclocking settings for CPU and DRAM.

DRAM Timing Configuration

Settings for adjusting DRAM frequency, CAS Latency, and other memory timing parameters.

Voltage Configuration and User Defaults

Configuration of CPU, DRAM, and other voltages, and saving/loading custom default settings.

Advanced Screen Overview

Covers configuration items like CPU, North Bridge, South Bridge, Storage, Super IO, ACPI, and USB settings.

Instant Flash Utility

Utility for updating the system UEFI BIOS without entering an operating system.

CPU Configuration Settings

Configuration options for Intel Hyper Threading, Active Processor Cores, C-States, and Thermal Throttling.

North Bridge Configuration

Settings for Primary Graphics Adapter, VT-d, Share Memory, IGD Multi-Monitor, and Render Standby.

South Bridge Configuration

Configuration for Onboard HD Audio, Front Panel Audio, HDMI HD Audio, Onboard LAN, Deep Sleep, and AC/Power Loss restore.

Storage Configuration

Settings for SATA controllers, SATA mode selection (IDE/AHCI), and Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. feature.

Super IO Configuration

Configuration for Serial Port, Serial Port Address, Parallel Port, and Printer Port modes.

ACPI Configuration

Settings for Suspend-to-RAM, ACPI HPET Table, and various power-on options (PS/2, PCI, Ring-In, RTC, USB).

USB Configuration

Settings for USB 2.0 Controller and Legacy USB Support options.

Hardware Health Monitoring

Monitoring system hardware status, including CPU/motherboard temperature, fan speeds, and voltages.

Boot Screen Settings

Configuring boot priority, timeout, Num-Lock, Full Screen Logo, and Boot Failure Guard.

Security Screen

Setting system passwords and options for saving/discarding configuration changes.

Exit Screen Options

Options for saving changes, discarding changes, and loading default UEFI settings.

Chapter 4 Software Support

Operating System Installation

Information on supported Microsoft Windows operating systems and general installation procedures.

Support CD Information

Details about the drivers and utilities included on the support CD for enhancing motherboard features.

Installing OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB

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