ASUS P8H61-M LX2-CSM, P8H61-M LX2 User Manual
Motherboard
P8H61-M LX2
P8H61-M LX2/CSM
ii
E6921
Revised Edition
Oct. 2011
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Contents
Notices ......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information ..................................................................................... vii
About this guide ....................................................................................... viii
P8H61-M LX2 Series specications summary ......................................... ix
Chapter 1 Product introduction
1.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Motherboard overview .................................................................
1-2
1.2.1 Placement direction ........................................................
1-2
1.2.2 Screw holes ....................................................................
1-2
1.2.3 Motherboard layout .........................................................
1-3
1.2.4 Layout contents ...............................................................
1-3
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................
1-4
1.3.1 Installing the CPU ...........................................................
1-4
1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan ................................
1-7
1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan ...........................
1-8
1.4 System memory ...........................................................................
1-9
1.4.1 Overview .........................................................................
1-9
1.4.2 Memory congurations ..................................................
1-10
1.4.3 Installing a DIMM ..........................................................
1-13
1.4.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................
1-13
1.5 Expansion slots ..........................................................................
1-14
1.5.1 Installing an expansion card .........................................
1-14
1.5.2 Conguring an expansion card .....................................
1-14
1.5.3 PCI slot .........................................................................
1-14
1.5.4 PCI Express x1 slot .......................................................
1-14
1.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot .....................................................
1-14
1.6 Jumpers ......................................................................................
1-15
1.7 Connectors .................................................................................
1-16
1.7.1 Rear panel connectors ..................................................
1-16
1.7.2 Internal connectors .......................................................
1-17
1.8 Software support ........................................................................
1-23
1.8.1 Installing an operating system ......................................
1-23
1.8.2 Support DVD information ..............................................
1-23
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Contents
Chapter 2 BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-1
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................
2-1
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............................................................
2-2
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ......................................
2-3
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater .......................................................
2-4
2.2 BIOS setup program ....................................................................
2-7
2.3 Main menu ..................................................................................
2-11
2.3.1 System Language [English] ...........................................
2-11
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] ........................................
2-11
2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx] ..................................................
2-11
2.3.4 Security ..........................................................................
2-11
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................
2-13
2.4.1 Memory Frequency [Auto] .............................................
2-13
2.4.2 iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto] ........................................
2-14
2.4.3 GPU Boost [OK] ............................................................
2-14
2.4.4 DRAM Timing Control ...................................................
2-14
2.4.5 CPU Power Management .............................................
2-14
2.5 Advanced menu .........................................................................
2-15
2.5.1 CPU Conguration ........................................................
2-16
2.5.2 System Agent Conguration .........................................
2-17
2.5.3 PCH Conguration ........................................................
2-17
2.5.4 SATA Conguration .......................................................
2-17
2.5.5 USB Conguration ........................................................
2-18
2.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguration ....................................
2-19
2.5.7 APM ..............................................................................
2-19
2.6 Monitor menu .............................................................................
2-21
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature
[xxxºC/xxxºF] ...... 2-21
2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] 2-2
1
2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] ......................................
2-21
2.6.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] .................................
2-22
2.6.5 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage ..
2-23
2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] .......................................
2-23
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2.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-24
2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On] .........................................
2-24
2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled] ...........................................
2-24
2.7.3 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] .......................................
2-24
2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] ...........................
2-25
2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] .................................................
2-25
2.7.6 Boot Option Priorities ....................................................
2-25
2.7.7 Boot Override ................................................................
2-25
2.8 Tools menu .................................................................................
2-26
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility ...................................................
2-26
2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information .................................................
2-26
2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Prole .........................................................
2-26
2.9 Exit menu ....................................................................................
2-27
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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 installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference
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 receiver.
•
Connect the equipment to 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.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required
to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards
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responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging
materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling
information in different regions.
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DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
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Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet
before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
•
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
•
Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
•
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
•
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
•
Place the product on a stable surface.
•
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to
complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1>+<Key2>+<Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>
About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
•
Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports.
• Chapter 2: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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P8H61-M LX2 Series specications summary
(continued on the next page)
CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation processors
Supports 32nm CPU
Supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST)
* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list.
Chipset Intel® H61 Express Chipset
Memory 2 x DIMM, max. 8GB, DDR3 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC,
un-buffered memory
Dual-channel memory architecture
* Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualied
Vendors List).
** When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more,
Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less
than 3GB. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory
if you are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system.
Graphics Dual independent displays support: DVI-D and D-Sub
Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @60Hz
Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048x1536 @75Hz
Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot
2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots
1 x PCI slot
Storage
Intel® H61 Express Chipset:
- 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
LAN
Realtek® 8111E PCIe Gigabit LAN controller
Audio VIA® VT1708S 8-channel* High Denition Audio CODEC
- Supports Multi-Streaming
* Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to
support an 8-channel audio output.
USB Intel® H61 Express Chipset:
- 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at
the back panel)
ASUS unique
features
GPU Boost
ASUS Anti-Surge Protection
ASUS EFI BIOS
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS MyLogo 2™
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P8H61-M LX2 Series specications summary
Rear panel ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x D-Sub port
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
3 x Audio jacks
Internal connectors/
switches/ buttons
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1
ports
4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU fan connector
1 x Chassis fan connector
1 x Front panel audio connector
1 x S/PDIF Out connector
1 x COM connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x Speaker connector
1 x 24-pin ATX power connector
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x TPM connector (P8H61-M LX2/CSM only)
BIOS features 32 Mb Flash ROM, EFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0,
ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.6, Multi-language BIOS
Manageability
WOL, PXE, PME Wake Up, WOR by Ring
Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables
1 x I/O shield
1 x User Manual
1 x Support DVD
Support DVD Drivers
ASUS utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form factor
MicroATX form factor: 9.6 in x 7.8 in (24.4 cm x 19.8 cm)
* Specications are subject to change without notice.
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Chapter 1
Product introduction
• If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Series motherboards include P8H61-M LX2 and P8H61-M
LX2/CSM two models. The layout varies with models. The layout illustrations in this user
manual are for P8H61-M LX2/CSM only.
Thank you for buying an ASUS® P8H61-M LX2 Series motherboard!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in
your motherboard package. Refer to page x for the list of accessories.
1.1 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
• Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to
static electricity.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the
bag that came with the component.
• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may
cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
Standby Power LED
The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system
is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down
the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard
component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED.
SB_PWR
ON
Standby Power Powered Off
OFF
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1.2 Motherboard overview
Before you install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the
motherboard ts into it.
Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.2.1 Placement direction
When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct
orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in
the image below.
1.2.2 Screw holes
Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Place this side towards
the rear of the chassis
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1.2.3 Motherboard layout
1.2.4 Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page
1. CPU and chassis fan connectors
(4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN)
1-19 8. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) 1-21
2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR,
4-pin ATX12V)
1-18 9. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 1-15
3. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 1-4 10. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 1-1
4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-9 11. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910) 1-19
5. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) (P8H61-M
LX2/CSM only)
1-22 12. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 1-18
6. Intel® H61 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors
(7-pin SATA3G_1/2/3/4)
1-20 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-20
7. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) 1-21 14 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-17
P8H61-M LX2/CSM
PCIEX16_1
PCI1
PCIEX1_1
PCIEX1_2
COM1
USB78
F_PANEL
SPEAKER
USB910
C
LR
T
C
AAFP
ATX12V
EATXPWR
CPU_FAN
TPM
CHA_FAN
Lithium Cell
CMOS Power
Super
I/O
VIA
VT1708S
RTL
8111E
EPU
ASM
1442
4Mb
BIOS
asmedia
ASM1083
SB_PWR
SPDIF_OUT
24.4cm(9.6in)
LGA1155
Intel
®
H61
DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module)
DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module)
SATA3G_3
SATA3G_4
SATA3G_2
SATA3G_1
AUDIO
KB_USB56
LAN1_USB12
USB34
19.8cm(7.8in)
VGA
DVI
321 41
6
2
5
8911121314 10
6
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1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel®
Second Generation processors.
• Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list.
• Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the
socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing,
or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components.
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related.
• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the
LGA1155 socket.
• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP
cap.
1.3.1 Installing the CPU
To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
To prevent damage to the socket pins,
do not remove the PnP cap unless
you are installing a CPU.
2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A),
and then move it to the right (B) until it is
released from the retention tab.
A
B
Load lever
Retention tab
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3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the
arrow until the load plate is completely
lifted.
Load plate
4. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU
socket by lifting the tab only.
The CPU ts in only one correct
orientation. DO NOT force the CPU
into the socket to prevent bending
the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!
Gold
triangle
mark
Alignment keys
CPU notches
5. Position the CPU over the socket,
ensuring that the gold triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of the socket, and
then t the socket alignment keys into
the CPU notches.
PnP cap
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7. Close the load plate (A), and then push
down the load lever (B), ensuring that
the front edge of the load plate slides
under the retention knob (C).
B
A
C
8. Insert the load lever under the retention
tab.
6. Apply some Thermal Interface Material
to the exposed area of the CPU that the
heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring
that it is spread in an even thin layer.
Some heatsinks come with preapplied thermal paste. If so, skip this
step.
The Thermal Interface Material is
toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If
it gets into your eyes or touches your
skin, wash it off immediately, and seek
professional medical help.
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1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to
ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
•
When you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and
heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, ensure that you use only Intel®-certied
multi-directional heatsink and fan.
• Your Intel
®
LGA1155 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and
requires no tool to install.
• Use an LGA1155-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. The LGA1155 socket
is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension.
Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU
fan and heatsink assembly.
The type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ, but the installation steps and
functions should remain the same. The illustration above is for reference only.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the installed
CPU, ensuring that the four fasteners match
the holes on the motherboard.
A
A
B
B
1
1
A
B
B
A
2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a
diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink
and fan assembly in place.
Orient the heatsink and fan assembly
such that the CPU fan cable is closest to
the CPU fan connector.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you have
properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install
the heatsink and fan assembly.
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3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if
you fail to plug this connector.
1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and
fan assembly from the motherboard.
A
A
B
B
A
A
B
B
CPU_FAN
CPU FAN PWM
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWR
GND
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DIMM_B1
1.4 System memory
1.4.1 Overview
The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules
(DIMM) sockets.
A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched
differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for
better performance with less power consumption.
The gure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets:
4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan
assembly from the motherboard.
5. Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure
correct orientation when reinstalling.
Channel Sockets
Channel A DIMM_A1
Channel B DIMM_B1
ASUS P8H61-M LX2 Series1-10
1.4.2 Memory congurations
You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the
DIMM sockets.
• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a
lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a
higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency
adjustment.
• For system stability, use a more efcient memory cooling system to support a full
memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.
• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps
the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
• According to Intel CPU specication, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to
protect the CPU.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we
recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows
®
OS, when you install 4GB
or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be
about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the
following:
- Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows
®
OS.
- Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the
motherboard.
• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less.
Vendors Part No. Size
SS/DSChip
Brand
Chip NO. Timing Voltage
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
1 DIMM 2 DIMMs
Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • •
Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • •
ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F -
1.35V(low
voltage)
• •
ELPIDA EBJ11UD8BAFA-AE-E 1GB DS Elpida J5308BASE-AC-E - - • •
ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F -
1.35V(low
voltage)
• •
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/1G 1GB SS KTC D1288JPNDPLD9U 7 1.5V • •
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/2G 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 1.5V • •
KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 7 1.5V • •
Micron MT8JTF12864AZ-1G1F1 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT 7 - • •
Micron MT16JTF25664AZ-1G1F1 2GB DS Micron 9HF22D9KPT 7 - • •
OCZ OCZ3G1066LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS Micron 9BF27D9KPV 7-7-7-20 1.65V • •
Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HC5N-BE 2GB DS Elixir N2CB1G80CN-BE - - • •
Elixir M2Y2G64CBHA9N-BE 2GB DS - - 7-7-7-20 - • •
Elixir M2Y2G64CBHC9N-BE 2GB DS Elixir - - - • •
Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500 2GB DS Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G7C - - • •
P8H61-M LX2 Series Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3-1066 MHz capability
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