H61M-VGS/H61M-VS User Manual, introduces the functions and features of the H61M-VGS/H61M-VS motherboard
This manual introduces the ASRock H61M-VGS / H61M-VS motherboard, detailing its package contents, specifications, layout, and I/O panels. It guides users through hardware installation steps such as CPU, memory, and expansion slot installation, as well as SATA and hot‑plug configuration.
The document also covers the UEFI BIOS utility, including navigation, configuration screens, and advanced features, and provides instructions for installing operating systems, using the support CD, and handling large‑capacity HDDs with UEFI. Safety warnings, overclocking cautions, and contact information are included for troubleshooting and further assistance.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (8.9" x 6.8") |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA1155 |
| Supported CPUs | 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 |
| Chipset | Intel® H64 |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR3 DIMM slots, max 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 16 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16, 1 × PCIe 2.0 x1 |
| LAN (VGS) | Atheros® PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN AR8151 |
| LAN (VS) | Atheros® PCIEx1 LAN AR8152 (10/100 Mb/s) |
| Audio Codec | VIA® VT1705 (5.1 CH HD Audio) |
| SATA Connectors | 4 × SATA2 3.0 Gb/s (NCQ, AHCI, Hot Plug) |
| BIOS | 32 Mb AMI BIOS with UEFI GUI |
The board provides four SATA2 3.0 Gb/s connectors that support NCQ, AHCI, and Hot Plug functions.
The motherboard can handle up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory.
It uses an Atheros® PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN controller, model AR8151.
Enable UEFI, set SATA mode to AHCI in the UEFI Setup Utility, and boot the installer using the UEFI boot option; the OS will be formatted with GPT.