Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- H61M-HVS
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 7
- Languages
- ZH · EN
- Last added
- 2012-06-04
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ASRock H61M-HVGS/H61M-HVS Motherboard User Manual
This manual guides users through hardware installation, including CPU, memory, storage, and expansion slots, and explains the UEFI BIOS configuration options. It also details the onboard I/O, audio, video, and networking features, and provides software support information such as driver installation and utility usage.
Additional sections cover safety warnings, overclocking cautions, and troubleshooting steps, with a final chapter on installing operating systems on drives larger than 2 TB using UEFI mode.
ASRock H61M-HVS specifications
| CPU Support | 3rd and 2nd generation Intel® Core i7/i5/i3 (LGA1155) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel® H61 |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB DDR3 (dual‑channel) |
| LAN Interface | Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000 Mb/s) |
| Audio Codec | VIA® VT1705 5.1‑channel HD audio |
| SATA Ports | 4 × SATA2 3.0 Gb/s (NCQ, AHCI, hot‑plug) |
| BIOS | 32 Mb AMI BIOS with UEFI GUI support |
All ASRock H61M-HVS documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
Which Intel processors are compatible with this motherboard?
The board supports 2nd‑ and 3rd‑generation Intel® Core i7, i5, and i3 CPUs using the LGA1155 socket.
What Windows operating systems are supported?
The motherboard works with Microsoft® Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/ Vista 64‑bit, and Windows XP/XP 64‑bit.
How many USB ports does the motherboard provide?
It provides six USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel.
What type of memory can be installed and what is the maximum capacity?
The motherboard accepts DDR3 1333/1066 non‑ECC, un‑buffered modules up to a total of 16 GB.
Which Windows versions can be used to install on a HDD larger than 2 TB?
You must use Windows Vista 64‑bit (with SP1 or later) or Windows 7 64‑bit.
From: ASRock H61M-HVGS/H61M-HVS Motherboard Installation Guide
How do I enable AHCI mode in the BIOS?
Press <F2> or <Delete> at POST, then go to Advanced > Storage Configuration > SATA Mode and set it to AHCI.
From: ASRock H61M-HVGS/H61M-HVS Motherboard Installation Guide