GIGABYTE GA-H61M-S DDR3 Intel Motherboard

The Gigabyte GA-H61M-S is a Micro ATX motherboard built around the Intel H61 Express chipset, designed for Intel LGA1155 socket processors. It supports 2nd Generation Intel Core processors (Sandy Bridge) and 3rd Generation Intel Core processors (Ivy Bridge, 22nm), including Core i7, Core i5, Core i3, Pentium, and Celeron families, making it a versatile foundation for entry-level and budget desktop builds. The board accommodates up to 16 GB of system memory across two 1.5V DDR3 DIMM slots in a dual-channel configuration, with support for DDR3 speeds of 800, 1066, and 1333 MHz. Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) is supported when paired with a 3rd Generation Ivy Bridge processor. Storage connectivity is handled by four SATA 3Gb/s connectors. Expansion options include one PCIe x16 slot (PCIe 3.0 capable, subject to CPU and GPU compatibility) and one PCIe x1 slot (PCIe 2.0). Connectivity on the rear I/O panel includes four USB 2.0/1.1 ports, one RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port powered by a Realtek GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit), one D-Sub video output, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, and three audio jacks (Line In, Line Out, Mic In). Audio is delivered via the Realtek ALC887 codec with High Definition Audio support for up to 7.1-channel output. Onboard graphics output relies on Intel HD Graphics integrated within compatible processors, with a maximum shared memory of 1 GB. Gigabyte’s humidity-resistant PCB design, electrostatic protection, and power failure protection add durability for long-term use. The BIOS is an AMI EFI implementation stored on a 32 Mbit flash chip and supports @BIOS online updates, Q-Flash USB flashing, Xpress Recovery2, and EasyTune system monitoring. Hardware monitoring covers system voltages, CPU and system temperatures, and fan speeds. The ON/OFF Charge feature allows charging of Apple iOS devices via USB even when the system is off. The board measures 19.0 cm x 17.0 cm (Micro ATX form factor) and ships with a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Verified Specifications: – Socket: LGA1155 – Chipset: Intel H61 Express – Memory: 2x DDR3 DIMM, up to 16 GB, DDR3 800/1066/1333 MHz, dual-channel – Storage: 4x SATA 3Gb/s – Expansion: 1x PCIe x16 (3.0*), 1x PCIe x1 (2.0) – USB: Up to 8x USB 2.0/1.1 (4 rear, 4 internal headers) – LAN: Realtek GbE 10/100/1000 Mbit – Audio: Realtek ALC887, HD Audio, up to 7.1-channel – Video Output: 1x D-Sub – BIOS: AMI EFI, 32 Mbit flash – Form Factor: Micro ATX, 19.0 cm x 17.0 cm – Warranty: 3 Years * PCIe 3.0 support depends on CPU and graphics card compatibility