ECS H61H2-M2

Preface
Preface
Copyright
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particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and
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Trademark Recognition
Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
MMX, Pentium, Pentium-II, Pentium-III, Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective
owners and are acknowledged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing
this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manu-
facturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

ECS H61H2-M2 Specifications

General

Memory slots type	DIMM
Number of memory slots	2
Supported memory types	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds	1066, 1333 MHz
Processor socket	LGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Compatible processor series	Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium
Maximum number of SMP processors	1
Power fan connector	Yes
Number of SATA connectors	4
Number of Parallel ATA connectors	0
HDMI ports quantity	-
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Audio chip	VIA VT1705
Certification	RoHS
Component for	PC
Power source type	ATX
Motherboard chipset	Intel® H61
Audio output channels	5.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	micro ATX
Compatible operating systems	Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit
Parallel processing technology support	Not supported
PCI Express slots version	2.0
Networking features	Fast Ethernet
BIOS type	AMI
BIOS memory size	32 Mbit
Supported storage drive interfaces	SATA II

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	180 mm
Width	225 mm

Summary

Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard

Introduction

Welcomes user and introduces the H61H2-M2 motherboard and its target market.

Feature

Details key features of the CPU socket, chipset, memory support, and audio capabilities.

Specifications

Lists comprehensive technical specifications for CPU, memory, expansion slots, I/O, etc.

Motherboard Components

Identifies and labels the physical components and connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 2 Installing the Motherboard

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for handling and installing the motherboard to prevent damage.

Choosing a Computer Case

Guides on selecting a compatible computer case based on form factor and I/O template.

Installing the Motherboard in a Case

Instructions for physically mounting the motherboard into a computer case.

Checking Jumper Settings

Explains how to correctly set jumpers for motherboard configuration and CMOS clearing.

Installing the Processor

Step-by-step procedure for installing the CPU into the LGA1155 socket.

Installing Memory Modules

Instructions for inserting DDR3 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Installing Add-on Cards

Guide on installing expansion cards into PCI Express slots.

Connecting Optional Devices

Details on connecting internal headers like front panel audio, USB, COM, SPDIF.

Installing a SATA Hard Drive

Instructions for connecting SATA hard drives using SATA cables.

Connecting IO Devices

Explains how to connect external devices to the motherboard's rear I/O ports.

Connecting Case Components

Instructions for connecting internal case components like power buttons, LEDs, and fans to motherboard headers.

Chapter 3 Using BIOS

About the Setup Utility

Introduces the BIOS Setup Utility, its functions, and how it stores configurations.

BIOS Navigation Keys

Lists keyboard keys and their functions for navigating and operating the BIOS setup utility.

Main Menu

Describes the BIOS main menu, displaying basic system information and navigation options.

Advanced Menu

Covers system configuration settings for CPU, LAN, storage, USB, and other advanced features.

PC Health Status

Monitors system hardware health, including voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.

SATA Configuration

Provides options to configure SATA modes (e.g., IDE) and manage SATA port settings.

USB Configuration

Allows enabling or disabling USB devices and configuring legacy USB support.

Chipset Menu

Settings related to System Agent, PCH, and ME configurations for chipset behavior.

M.I.B III (MB Intelligent BIOS III) Menu

Options for setting clock speeds, bus speeds, and CPU overclocking parameters.

Boot Menu

Configures the system's boot priority and NumLock state at startup.

Security Menu

Options for setting administrator and user passwords to protect BIOS access.

Save & Exit Menu

Options for saving configuration changes, exiting setup, or restoring defaults.

Updating the BIOS

Step-by-step guide for downloading and safely installing BIOS updates from the manufacturer.

Chapter 4 Using the Motherboard Software

About the Software DVD-ROMCD-ROM

Details the contents of the support software disc, including drivers and utilities.

Auto-installing under Windows XPVista7

Explains the convenient auto-installation process for drivers and software.

Manual Installation

Procedures for installing drivers manually if the auto-install feature is not functional.

Utility Software Reference

Information on available utility software and their licensing terms.

Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting

Start up problems during assembly

Addresses initial PC startup issues like no power or no display after assembly.

Start up problems after prolong use

Solutions for startup failures occurring after the system has been in use for some time.

Maintenance and care tips

Provides basic advice on maintaining the motherboard to ensure longevity and performance.

Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart

A visual guide to diagnose and resolve common hardware problems systematically.