Gigabyte GA-H61M-S1 Motherboard User's Manual
Summary
This comprehensive guide supports the GA-H61M-S1 Motherboard, providing detailed assistance for system builders and PC enthusiasts. The manual covers the entire setup process, starting with essential hardware installation—including CPU mounting, memory configuration, and connecting expansion cards. It also offers thorough instructions on BIOS setup, navigating main menus, managing power settings, and installing necessary drivers to ensure optimal performance of your new build.
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GA-H61M-S1
User's Manual Rev. 2101
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GA-H61M-S1 User's Manual Rev. 2101
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Motherboard GA-H61M-S1 otherboard -H 61M -S1 ar. 9, 2012 Mar. 9, 2012
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Copyright © 2012 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. All rights reserved. The trademarks mentioned in this manual are legally registered to their respective owners. Disclaimer Information in this manual is...
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Table of Contents GA-H61M-S1 Motherboard Layout .................................................................................5 GA-H61M-S1 Motherboard Block Diagram ...................................
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GA-H61M-S1 Motherboard Layout KB_MS VG ATX_12V LGA1155 CPU_FAN R_USB i TE Su pe r I /O USB_LAN GA-H61M-S1 Realtek/Atheros Gb E LAN DD R3 _1 AUDIO BAT PCIEX16 F_AUDIO DD R3 _2 SATA2 M_BIOS PCIEX1_1 Int...
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GA-H61M-S1 Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (100 MHz) LGA1155 DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz PCIe CLK CPU Dual Channel Memory (100 MHz) PCI Express Bus MI (C en ter /S ub wo ofe r S pe a...
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Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic dischar...
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1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for Intel ® Core™ i7 processors/Intel® Core™ i5 processors/ Intel® Core™ i3 processors/Intel® Pentium® processors/Intel® Celeron® processors in the LGA1155 pac...
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Back Panel 1 x PS/2 keyboard port Connectors 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller i TE I/O C...
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1-3 Installing the CPU 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.)...
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1-4 Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the • same capacity...
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1-6 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 support...
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1-7 Internal Connectors 1) ATX_12V 6) F_PANEL 2) ATX 7) F_AUDIO 3) CPU_FAN 8) F_USB1/2 4) SYS_FAN 9) CLR_CMOS 5) SATA2 0/1/2/3 10) BAT Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices:...
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DEBUG PORT 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 mo...
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DEBUG PORT DEBUG PORT 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 desig...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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Chapter 2 BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) records hardware parameters of the system in the CMOS on the motherboard. Its major functions include conducting the Power-On Self-Test (POST)...
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2-1 Startup Screen The following startup Logo screen will appear when the computer boots. Function Keys Function Keys: <DEL>: BIOS SETUP\Q-FLASH Press the <Delete> key to enter BIOS Setup ...
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2-2 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 it...
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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...
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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...
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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 & Ena...
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CPU EIST Function & (Note 1) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel Speed Step Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage ...
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Performance Enhance & Allows the system to operate at three different performance levels. Normal Lets the system operate at its basic performance level. Turbo Lets the system operate at its good p...
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Advanced Voltage Settings ` This sub-menu allows you to set CPU, memory voltage. PC Health Status `
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Reset Case Open Status & Disabled Keeps or clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status. (Default) Enabled Clears the record of previous chassis intrusion status and the Case Open field ...
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2-4 System This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. System Language &am...
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2-5 BIOS Features Boot Option Priorities & Specifies the overall boot order from the available devices. For example, you can set hard drive as the first priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive...
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Limit CPUID Maximum & (Note) Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. Set this item to Disabled for Windows XP operating system; set this item to Enabled for legacy operating ...
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2-6 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) & Enables or disabl...
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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 ...
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2-7 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...
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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. Er P & Determines whether to let the system co...
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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...
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Regulatory Statements Regulatory Notices This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthoriz...
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Contact Us GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Bao Chiang Road, Hsin-Tien Dist., New Taipei City 231,Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000, FAX: +886-2-8912-4003 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Ma...
Manual Details
| Brand | GIGABYTE |
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| Pages | 40 |
| File Size | 13.47 MB |
| Published | June 03, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What precautions should I take before installing this motherboard?
The motherboard contains components sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD), so caution must be used during installation.
Before updating my BIOS or drivers, how should I check for compatibility or required versions?
You must first identify your motherboard's revision number, which is labeled as "REV: X.X."
What type of memory and CPU does the GA-H61M-S1 support?
It is designed for LGA1155 CPUs and supports DDR3 memory running at speeds like 1333/1066/800 MHz.
Where should I go if I need technical support or have questions about the product?
You can visit www.gigabyte.com or use the GIGABYTE Global Service System located at http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw.