Gigabyte GA- H61M-S1 User Manual
Summary
The comprehensive guide for the GA-H61M-S1 Motherboard provides robust support for system builders and advanced PC users. It walks you through every step of installation, covering proper hardware setup including the CPU, memory, and expansion cards. Furthermore, the manual offers detailed instructions on utilizing the BIOS setup—from basic features to power management—and installing necessary drivers, ensuring your system is configured optimally right out of the box.
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GA-H61M-S1
User's Manual Rev. 2001
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GA-H61M-S1 User's Manual Rev. 2001
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Motherboard GA-H61M-S1 otherboard -H 61M -S1 ec. 29, 2011 Dec. 29, 2011
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Copyright © 2011 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 USB_LAN GA-H61M-S1 Realtek RTL8111F DD R3 _1 AUDIO BAT PCIEX16 F_AUDIO DD R3 _2 SATA2 M_BIOS PCIEX1_1 i TE Intel® H61 IT8728 PCIEX1...
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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 IT872...
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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 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) Enables or disables Enhanced Intel Speed Step Technology (EIST). Depending on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower the CPU voltage an...
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System Memory Multiplier, Memory Frequency(Mhz) & The settings under the two items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. Performance Enhance ...
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Advanced Voltage Settings ` CPU Vtt & Allows you to set CPU Vtt voltage. The default is Auto. DRAM Voltage & Allows you to set memory voltage. The default is Auto. 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 Opened fiel...
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Miscellaneous Settings ` Isochronous Support & Determines whether to enable specific streams within the CPU and Chipset. This item is present only when you install a CPU that supports this feature...
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System Language & Selects the default language used by the BIOS. System Date & Sets the system date. The date format is week (read-only), month, date, and year. Use <Enter> to switch bet...
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Or if you want to install an operating system that supports GPT partitioning such as Windows 7 64-bit, select the optical drive that contains the Windows 7 64-bit installation disk and is prefixed wit...
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2-5 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) (Intel H61 Chipset) &am...
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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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2-6 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...
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| Brand | GIGABYTE |
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| Pages | 40 |
| File Size | 13.68 MB |
| Published | June 02, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to worry about static electricity during setup?
Yes, be careful as the motherboard contains sensitive circuits. Always handle it with care and follow instructions carefully.
How do I check my motherboard’s specific revision number?
Look for "REV: X.X." printed on the board; this is crucial before updating BIOS or drivers.
What is required if my equipment is no longer usable?
You must take it back to your local or regional waste collection administration for proper recycling.
Which ports are available for networking and audio?
It includes a Realtek RTL8111F LAN port (RJ45) and multiple analog outputs like Line Out and Speaker Outs.