Gigabyte GA-P61-S3 Motherboard User Manual

This document is the user's manual for GA-P61-S3 motherboard, which provides information on hardware installation and BIOS setup.

Brand: Gigabyte
Category: Motherboard
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 40
File format: PDF
File size: 11.2 MB
Published: 11 May, 2012
Updated: 28 September, 2023
Model: GA-P61-S3
MD5 checksum: 5A6C60448B77CAD84DC6D7505904301C
PDF: Gigabyte GA-P61-S3 Motherboard User Manual PDF

About this manual

This manual covers everything needed to install, configure, and maintain the Gigabyte GA-P61-S3 ATX motherboard. It includes safety precautions, detailed hardware installation steps, BIOS configuration options, and driver installation guidance.

Additional sections describe the motherboard layout, block diagram, back‑panel and internal connectors, regulatory statements, and contact information for technical support.

What's inside

Motherboard Layout
Motherboard Block Diagram
Hardware Installation
Product Specifications
BIOS Setup
Drivers Installation
Back Panel Connectors
Internal Connectors
Regulatory Statements

Specifications

CPU socket	LGA1155
Chipset	Intel H61 Express
Maximum memory	16 GB DDR3
Supported memory speeds	DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz
SATA ports	4 × 3 Gb/s
USB ports	Up to 8 × USB 2.0/1.1
LAN	Atheros/Realtek GbE (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Audio codec	Realtek/VIA HD
Form factor	ATX

Frequently asked questions

What CPU socket does the GA-P61-S3 motherboard use?

It uses an LGA1155 socket.

How many USB ports are supported on the GA-P61-S3?

The board provides up to eight USB 2.0/1.1 ports.

What is the form factor of the GA-P61-S3 motherboard?

It follows the ATX form factor.

How many SATA connectors are available on this motherboard?

There are four SATA 3 Gb/s connectors.

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