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Gigabyte GA-M61PME-S2P User Manual

Gigabyte GA-M61PME-S2P
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GA-M61PME-S2P
AM2+/AM2 socket motherboard for
AMD Phenom
TM
FX processor/AMD Phenom
TM
X4 processor/
AMD Phenom
TM
X3 processor/AMD Athlon
TM
X2 processor/
AMD Athlon
TM
processor/AMD Sempron
TM
X2 processor/
AMD Sempron
TM
processor
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-M61PMEP2-1001R

Table of Contents

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Gigabyte GA-M61PME-S2P Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory voltage1.8 V
Number of memory slots2
Maximum internal memory8 GB
Processor socketSocket AM2
Processor manufacturerAMD
USB 2.0 connectors4
Power fan connectorYes
Number of Parallel ATA connectors1
Special features@BIOS Download Center Q-Flash Virtual Dual BIOS EasyTune(Note 4) Xpress Install Xpress Recovery2
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 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.
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports0
Audio chipRealtek ALC883
Power source typeATX
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Compatible operating systemsMicrosoft Windows Vista/XP
Bundled softwareNorton Internet Security (OEM version)
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8201CL
Networking features10/100 Mbit
Graphics cardGeForce 6100
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth225 mm
Width244 mm

Summary

Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer and Compliance Details

Details manufacturer information and declares compliance with relevant electronic equipment directives.

Hardware Installation Guide

Installation Precautions

Essential safety guidelines and precautions before installing the motherboard and components.

CPU and Memory Installation

Step-by-step guides for installing the CPU, cooler, and DDR2 memory modules.

Motherboard Connectors Overview

Explains the function of back panel and internal motherboard connectors.

BIOS Setup and Configuration

Navigating the BIOS Interface

Guide to accessing and navigating the BIOS Setup utility's main menu and function keys.

Key BIOS Settings Explained

Overview of essential BIOS menus for system configuration, peripherals, and power management.

Loading BIOS Defaults

Instructions for loading Fail-Safe or Optimized defaults to resolve system issues.

Drivers and Software Installation

Installing Chipset and System Drivers

Guide to installing critical chipset, VGA, and audio drivers from the provided disk.

BIOS Update Utilities

Detailed steps for updating the motherboard BIOS using Q-Flash or @BIOS utilities.

Advanced Features and System Management

Unique Features: Xpress Recovery2

Instructions for using Xpress Recovery2 for system backup and data restoration.

EasyTune 5 Utility Guide

Guide to using EasyTune 5 for system overclocking, fan control, and hardware monitoring.

Appendix: Configuration and Troubleshooting

SATA, RAID, and Audio Configuration

Guides for configuring SATA drives, RAID arrays, audio output, and S/PDIF connections.

Troubleshooting System Issues

FAQs and a troubleshooting flowchart to resolve startup and system problems.

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