This document describes the hardware installation and product specifications of the GA-H61M-S2P-B3 motherboard, including CPU and memory installation, expansion card installation, back panel connectors, etc.
This manual guides users through safe hardware installation of the GA‑H61M‑S2P‑B3 motherboard, covering ESD precautions, power‑off procedures, and connector handling. It also includes a detailed layout diagram and a checklist of required tools and safety measures.
The second part covers BIOS configuration, supported CPUs, memory types, expansion slots, storage and USB interfaces, as well as audio and LAN specifications. Contact information for Gigabyte technical support is provided at the end of the document.
| CPU Support | Intel Core i7/i5/i3, Pentium, Celeron (LGA1155) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel H61 Express |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR3 DIMM sockets, up to 16 GB |
| Supported Memory Speed | DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz |
| Audio Codec | VIA VT1708 |
| LAN Controller | Atheros AR8151 10/100/1000 Mbit |
| SATA Connectors | 4 × SATA 3 Gb/s ports |
| USB Ports | Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports |
| Power Connectors | 24‑pin ATX main, 4‑pin ATX 12 V |
The board supports Intel Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium and Celeron processors in the LGA1155 package.
It provides four SATA 3 Gb/s connectors for storage devices.
The LAN controller is an Atheros AR8151 chip offering 10/100/1000 Mbit Ethernet.