H61M User Manual
This manual introduces the ASRock H61M Micro‑ATX motherboard, lists the package contents, and details the hardware layout, I/O panel and expansion slots. It guides users through CPU, memory, storage and peripheral installation, as well as BIOS setup using the UEFI Setup Utility.
The later sections cover software support, including driver installation, utility programs such as ASRock Instant Flash, AIWI and APP Charger, and instructions for installing Windows operating systems, including UEFI‑based installations on drives larger than 2 TB.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 8.6") |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA1155 (2nd‑Gen Intel Core i7/i5/i3) |
| Chipset | Intel H61 |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR3 DIMM slots, up to 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 2000/3000 |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662 5.1‑channel HD Audio |
| LAN | Atheros AR8151 Gigabit Ethernet, Wake‑On‑LAN |
| SATA Connectors | 4 × SATA2 3.0 Gb/s ports (NCQ, AHCI, Hot‑Plug) |
The motherboard provides two DDR3 DIMM slots, supporting up to 16 GB of memory.
Set the Storage Configuration option to AHCI mode in the BIOS.