Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- H61M-GS
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 7
- Languages
- ZH · EN
- Last added
- 2012-06-04
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ASRock H61M-GS / H61M-S Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
This Quick Installation Guide introduces the ASRock H61M-GS and H61M-S motherboards, outlines the package contents, and provides step‑by‑step instructions for installing the board, configuring the BIOS, and connecting peripherals. It also points users to the full User Manual on the support CD for more detailed information.
Key sections cover the motherboard layout, I/O panel, hardware specifications, BIOS features, unique ASRock utilities, and a special procedure for installing Windows on drives larger than 2 TB using the UEFI BIOS. Safety warnings and FCC/California compliance notes are also included.
ASRock H61M-GS specifications
| Form factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 7.8") |
|---|---|
| CPU support | 2nd/3rd‑gen Intel Core i7/i5/i3 (LGA1155) |
| Chipset | Intel H61 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB |
| SATA ports | 4 × SATA2 (3.0 Gb/s) with NCQ, AHCI, hot‑plug |
| LAN | Atheros AR8151 (10/100/1000 Mb/s) on H61M‑GS |
| Audio codec | Realtek ALC662 (5.1‑channel HD audio) |
All ASRock H61M-GS documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
Which Intel processors are compatible with the H61M‑GS / H61M‑S motherboard?
The board supports 2nd‑ and 3rd‑generation Intel Core i7, i5 and i3 processors using the LGA1155 socket.
What is the maximum DDR3 memory the board can handle?
The motherboard can accommodate up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory in dual‑channel configuration.
How can I install Windows on a hard drive larger than 2 TB?
The motherboard uses a UEFI BIOS that supports Windows installation on drives over 2 TB; set AHCI mode in the UEFI Setup Utility, choose the UEFI boot option, and then install Windows 7 64‑bit or Vista 64‑bit.
Where can I find drivers and utilities for the H61M‑GS/H61M‑S motherboard?
Drivers and utilities are provided on the Support CD that comes with the motherboard, and additional files can be downloaded from the ASRock website.
What CPU socket is required for the H61M‑GS/H61M‑S motherboard?
It uses an LGA1155 (1155‑Pin) socket compatible with 2nd‑generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3 processors.
From: ASRock H61M-GS / H61M-S Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
Which Windows operating systems are supported by the H61M‑GS / H61M‑S motherboard?
The motherboard supports Microsoft Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/Vista 64‑bit, XP and XP 64‑bit.