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Intel® Desktop Board
DH61AG
Technical Product Specification
January 2012
Order Number: G28731-005
The Intel Desktop Board DH61AG may contain design defects or errors known as errata that may cause the product to deviate from published specifications.
Current characterized errata are documented in the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG Specification Update.

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Intel DH61AG Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCNo
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory16.6 GB
Supported memory clock speeds800, 1066, 1333 MHz
Product familyDesktop board
Product seriesIntel desktop board with Intel H61 Express
Processor socketLGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Product codename-
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7
Maximum internal memory supported by processor16 GB
USB 2.0 connectors3
S/PDIF out connector1
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
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.
Component forNettop
Market segmentDesktop
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel® H61
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormini ITX
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA II
Parallel processing technology supportNot supported
PCI Express slots version2.0
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 55 °C
LAN controllerIntel® 82579V
Networking features10/100/1000 Mbit/sec
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeEFI
ACPI version3.0b
BIOS memory size32 Mbit
StatusDiscontinued
Form factorThin Mini-ITX
Last change63903513
Born on dateQ2'11
Product nameIntel Desktop Board DH61AG
USB ports quantity12
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
Supported RAID configurationN/A
Audio channels8.2
Graphics outputLVDS eDP HDMI DVI-I
Motherboard ARK ID54875
Discrete graphics card modelNone
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)5A992C
Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS)G400445
Harmonized System (HS) code8473301180
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width172 mm

Summary

Revision History

Product Disclaimer and Warranty Information

Legal disclaimer and warranty information for the product.

Board Identification Information

Board Identification Details

Information on AA and BIOS revisions for the desktop board.

Specification Changes or Clarifications

Specification Changes and Clarifications

Details on specification changes and clarifications made over time.

Errata

Errata Information and Updates

Information about product defects or errors and where to find updates.

Preface

Document Scope and Intended Audience

Defines the document's scope and target audience for technical information.

Document Structure Overview

Lists the chapters and main topics covered in the technical specification.

Typographical Conventions and Safety Notes

Explains document formatting and highlights notes, cautions, and warnings.

Other Common Notation

Common Notation Glossary

Explains common symbols, abbreviations, and notation used in the document.

Product Description

Product Overview and Feature Summary

Provides a general overview and summarizes the key features of the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG.

Board Layout (Top)

Top-Side Component Layout

Illustrates the location of major components on the top surface of the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG.

Board Layout (Bottom)

Bottom-Side Component Layout

Shows the location of major components on the bottom side of the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG.

Block Diagram

Functional Block Diagram

Depicts the major functional areas and data flow of the motherboard.

Online Support

Online Support Resources

Provides web links for obtaining information and support for the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG.

Processor

Supported Processors and TDP

Details the supported Intel processors, including their Thermal Design Power (TDP).

System Memory

System Memory Features

Describes the supported memory types, channels, capacities, and configurations.

Memory Configurations

Memory Organization Modes

Explains dual-channel (interleaved) and single-channel (asymmetric) memory modes.

Intel H61 Express Chipset

H61 Chipset Functionality

Describes the role of the Intel H61 Express Chipset as a central I/O controller.

Graphics Subsystem

Integrated Graphics Features

Details the integrated graphics capabilities, including 3D features and video support.

Video Memory Allocation

Dynamic Video Memory Allocation

Explains Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) for graphics memory allocation.

High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)

HDMI Port Capabilities and Status

Describes HDMI port support for video/audio and its status based on PCI Express x4 card.

Digital Visual Interface (DVI-I)

DVI Port Capabilities and Status

Details DVI-I port support for digital/analog displays and its status based on PCI Express x4 card.

Analog Display (VGA)

VGA Port Specifications

Provides specifications for the VGA port, including maximum resolution.

Flat Panel Display Interfaces

Flat Panel Interface Connectors

Identifies connectors for LVDS and Embedded DisplayPort interfaces on the board.

LVDS Interface

LVDS Interface Specifications

Details the resolution, channel modes, color depth, and voltage support for LVDS.

Embedded DisplayPort (eDP) Interface

eDP Interface Specifications

Describes the resolution, bandwidth, and voltage support for the Embedded DisplayPort interface.

Configuration Modes

Flat Panel Configuration Options

Explains automatic panel identification, manual selection, and custom EDID payloads.

USB

USB Port Overview

Details the number and types of USB ports (USB 3.0 and USB 2.0) available on the board.

SATA Interfaces

SATA Connector Details

Describes the internal and external SATA connectors, their speed, and power supply.

AHCI Mode

AHCI Storage Mode Configuration

Explains how to enable and use AHCI mode for SATA storage devices in the BIOS.

Real-Time Clock Subsystem

Real-Time Clock and CMOS Memory

Details the operation of the real-time clock and the battery powering the CMOS memory.

Legacy I/O Controller

Legacy I/O Controller Features

Describes features like CIR header, Serial IRQ, and power management provided by the I/O controller.

Consumer Infrared (CIR)

Consumer Infrared (CIR) Functionality

Explains the Consumer Infrared feature and its compatibility with Windows 7.

Audio Subsystem

Audio Subsystem Features

Lists the features of the Intel HD Audio subsystem, including surround sound and microphone support.

Audio Subsystem Software

Obtaining Audio Software and Drivers

Directs users to Intel's website for the latest audio software and drivers.

Audio Subsystem Components

Audio Subsystem Hardware Components

Lists the hardware components that make up the audio subsystem.

LAN Subsystem

LAN Subsystem Overview

Describes the components and features of the Gigabit Ethernet LAN subsystem.

Intel 82579V Gigabit Ethernet Controller

Gigabit Ethernet Controller Features

Details the features of the Intel 82579V Gigabit Ethernet Controller.

LAN Subsystem Software

Obtaining LAN Software and Drivers

Provides a link to Intel's website for downloading LAN software and drivers.

RJ-45 LAN Connector with Integrated LEDs

LAN Connector LED Indicators

Explains the function of the Link and Data Rate LEDs on the RJ-45 LAN connector.

Hardware Management Subsystem

Hardware Management Features

Outlines the hardware management capabilities, including thermal and voltage monitoring.

Hardware Monitoring

Hardware Monitoring Components

Details the Nuvoton device used for hardware monitoring and its supported functions.

Fan Monitoring

Implementing Fan Monitoring

Explains how fan monitoring can be implemented using Intel utilities or third-party software.

Thermal Monitoring

Thermal Sensor and Fan Header Locations

Shows the locations of thermal sensors and fan headers on the motherboard.

Power Management

Power Management Features

Lists the hardware and software features supporting power management on the board.

ACPI

ACPI Functionality and System States

Explains ACPI's role in power management and describes system power states.

System States and Power States

ACPI System and Device Power States

Details the supported ACPI global, sleeping, processor, and device states with power targets.

Wake-up Devices and Events

System Wake-up Triggers

Lists devices and events that can wake the system from various sleep states.

Hardware Support

Power Management Hardware Support

Lists the hardware features that support power management functions.

Power Input

Power Input Connector Information

Describes the external DC jack and internal power connector for powering the board.

Fan Headers

Fan Header Operation and Specifications

Explains how fan headers operate, their control methods, and voltage support.

LAN Wake Capabilities

Network Wake-up Functionality

Describes how LAN wake capabilities enable remote wake-up via network traffic.

Instantly Available PC Technology

Instantly Available PC Technology Operation

Explains the Suspend-to-RAM (S3) sleep-state and system wake-up.

Wake from USB

USB Wake-up Support

Details how USB activity can wake the computer from an ACPI S3 state.

Standby Power Indicator LED

Standby Power Indicator LED Function

Describes the function of the standby power indicator LED and its meaning.

Technical Reference

Memory Resource Overview

Explains the total addressable system memory and memory allocation for system functions.

Memory Map

System Memory Map Details

Lists the system memory map, detailing address ranges, sizes, and descriptions.

Connectors and Headers

Connector and Header Overview

Introduces the different groups of connectors and headers on the board.

Back Panel Connectors

Back Panel Connector Identification

Identifies and describes the connectors located on the back panel of the board.

Connectors and Headers (Top)

Top-Side Connector and Header Identification

Identifies and locates connectors and headers on the top side of the motherboard.

Connectors and Headers (Bottom)

Bottom-Side Connector and Header Identification

Identifies and locates connectors and headers on the bottom side of the motherboard.

Signal Tables for the Connectors and Headers

Front Panel Audio Header Signal Tables

Provides signal pinouts for Intel HD Audio and AC'97 front panel audio headers.

Add-in Card Connectors

Add-in Card Slot Types

Lists the available add-in card slots: PCI Express 2.0 x4, Half-Mini, and Full-/Half-Mini.

Power Supply Connectors

Board Power Input Options

Describes the external 19 V DC jack and internal 1 x 2 power connector for powering the board.

Front Panel Header

Front Panel Header Pinout and Functionality

Details the pinout and function of the front panel header for LEDs and switches.

Hard Drive Activity LED Connection

Explains how to connect an LED to the Hard Drive Activity LED header for visual indication.

Reset Switch Connection

Describes how to connect a reset switch to the header for system reset functionality.

Power/Sleep LED Header

Power/Sleep LED Indicator States

Details the states of the one-color power/sleep LED indicator.

Power Switch Header

Power Switch Connection Requirements

Explains the connection and timing requirements for the front panel power switch.

Front Panel USB 2.0 Headers

Front Panel USB Header Connection Diagrams

Provides connection diagrams for front panel USB 2.0 dual-port and single-port headers.

Debug Header

Debug Header Functionality

Explains the purpose of the debug header for diagnostic POST codes.

I/O Shields

I/O Shield Types and Compatibility

Describes the two types of I/O shields provided and their compatibility with chassis.

Jumper Block

Jumper Block Location and Function

Shows the location of the jumper block and explains its role in setting BIOS modes.

Mechanical Considerations

Form Factor and Dimensions

Details the Mini-ITX form factor, dimensions, and compliance with ATX specifications.

Board 3D View

Interactive 3D Board View

Describes how to view an interactive 3D model of the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG.

Electrical Considerations

Power Supply Considerations and Usage

Discusses power input connectors and responsibilities for ensuring proper power supply connection.

Fan Header Current Capability

Fan Header Current Limits

Lists the maximum available current for processor and system fan headers.

PCI Express Add-in Card Considerations

PCI Express x4 Slot Power Limit

Specifies the power limit for the PCI Express x4 slot for add-in cards.

Thermal Considerations

Thermal Management and Airflow Requirements

Advises on chassis temperature, airflow, and heat sink usage for optimal performance.

Reliability

Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)

Provides the MTBF prediction for the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG.

Environmental

Environmental Specifications

Lists the operating and non-operating temperature, shock, and vibration specifications.

Overview of BIOS Features

Introduction to Intel BIOS

Introduces the Intel BIOS, its storage, update methods, and POST behavior.

BIOS Flash Memory Organization

BIOS Flash Memory Structure

Describes the organization of the BIOS within the SPI Flash memory.

System Management BIOS (SMBIOS)

SMBIOS Information and Usage

Explains SMBIOS for managing system information and its data within the BIOS.

Legacy USB Support

Legacy USB Support Functionality

Details how legacy USB support enables USB devices before OS drivers are loaded.

BIOS Updates

BIOS Update Utilities and Methods

Describes Intel's utilities for updating the BIOS and the update process.

Language Support

BIOS Language Support Information

States that BIOS setup and help messages are supported in US English.

Custom Splash Screen

Custom Splash Screen Functionality

Explains how to customize the POST splash screen using Intel Integrator's Toolkit.

BIOS Recovery

BIOS Recovery Media and Methods

Lists acceptable media types and file systems for BIOS recovery.

Boot Options

Boot Device Selection and Priority

Describes how to select and prioritize boot devices like optical, hard drive, network.

Hard Disk Drive Password Security Feature

HDD Password Security Configuration

Explains the feature to set Master Key and User passwords for hard disk drive security.

Adjusting Boot Speed

Techniques for Optimizing Boot Speed

Provides techniques for improving system boot speed through peripheral selection and BIOS settings.

BIOS Security Features

BIOS Setup and Boot Security Passwords

Details supervisor and user password settings for BIOS Setup access and system booting.

Error Messages and Beep Codes

Audible Error Codes via Speaker

Explains how audible error codes (beep codes) are routed to the speaker during POST.

BIOS Beep Codes

BIOS Beep Code Descriptions

Lists BIOS beep codes, their patterns, and frequencies for error reporting.

Front-panel Power LED Blink Codes

Power LED Blink Code Indicators

Describes the front-panel power LED blink patterns for indicating BIOS errors.

BIOS Error Messages

Common BIOS Error Messages

Lists common BIOS error messages and their explanations for troubleshooting.

Port 80h POST Codes

Port 80h POST Code Ranges and Subsystems

Lists ranges of Port 80h POST codes and the subsystems they relate to.

Regulatory Compliance and Battery Disposal Information

Regulatory Compliance Overview

Introduces the regulatory compliance information covered in this section.

Safety Standards

Safety Standard Compliance

Lists safety standards that the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG complies with.

European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement

CE Marking and EU Directives Compliance

Declares conformity with EU EMC, Low Voltage, and RoHS directives for CE marking.

Product Ecology Statements

Product Disposal and Recycling Information

Provides information on materials requiring special disposal and Intel's recycling program.

EMC Regulations

EMC Regulations Compliance

Lists EMC regulations that the Intel Desktop Board DH61AG complies with.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

FCC Compliance Statement

States compliance with FCC Part 15 rules for Class B digital devices.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement

Canadian Radio Noise Emissions Compliance

Confirms the digital apparatus does not exceed Class B limits for radio noise emissions.

Japan VCCI Statement

Japan VCCI Class B Statement

Statement regarding Japan's VCCI standard for Class B products.

Korea Class B Statement

Korea Class B Statement

Statement regarding Korea's Class B electromagnetic conformity registration.

ENERGY STAR 5.0, e-Standby, and ErP Compliance

Energy Efficiency and Compliance Standards

Details compliance with ENERGY STAR, EPEAT, Korea e-Standby, and ErP directives.

Regulatory Compliance Marks (Board Level)

Board-Level Regulatory Compliance Marks

Shows the various regulatory compliance marks found on the Intel Desktop Board.

Battery Disposal Information

Battery Replacement and Disposal Warnings

Warns about explosion risk with incorrect battery types and proper disposal methods.

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