This document describes the hardware installation methods and precautions for the GA-P61-S3-B3/GA-P61-S3P motherboard, as well as product specifications and features.
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the Gigabyte GA-P61-S3-B3 or GA-P61-S3P motherboard. It includes detailed hardware installation instructions, a full list of product specifications, and step‑by‑step BIOS setup procedures.
Additional sections describe driver installation, regulatory information, and troubleshooting tips. The document also provides a layout diagram, block diagram, and a summary of supported CPUs, memory, storage, and peripheral interfaces.
| CPU Support | Intel® Core i7/i5/i3, Pentium®, Celeron® in LGA1155 package |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel® H61 Express |
| Memory Slots | 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM, up to 16 GB total |
| LAN | Atheros/Realtek GbE 10/100/1000 Mbit |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCI‑Express x16, 2 x PCI‑Express x1, 3 x PCI |
| SATA Connectors | 4 x SATA 3 Gb/s |
| USB Ports | Up to 8 USB 2.0/1.1 (4 rear, 4 internal) |
| Form Factor | ATX, 30.5 cm × 19.0 cm |
It provides four SATA 3 Gb/s connectors, supporting up to four SATA devices.
The board uses an Atheros/Realtek Gigabit Ethernet controller supporting 10/100/1000 Mbit speeds.
It follows the ATX form factor with dimensions of 30.5 cm by 19.0 cm.
The motherboard offers up to eight USB 2.0/1.1 ports—four on the rear panel and four via internal headers.