MSI H61M-P20 (G3) Intel H61 Processor M-ATX Motherboard Quick Installation Guide

June 12, 2024
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MSI H61M-P20 (G3) Intel H61 Processor M-ATX Motherboard

*These pictures used in the guide are for reference only. For more detailed information, please refer to the user manual.

CPU & Fan

Install the CPU and the cooler at the proper position according to their users’ guides.

Memory

Open the clips on the DIMM slot and insert the RAM module vertically into the slot.

Storage Device

Connect the power cable and IDE/SATA cable to the HDD/optical drive. For the IDE device, please adjust the Master/Slave jumper accordingly.

Graphics Card

Insert and secure the graphics card into the proper expansion slot and connect the monitor to the graphics card.

Front Panel

Refer to the JFP1/JFP2 pin assignments for proper electrical connection to the front panel LEDs and buttons.

Power

Connect an appropriate power supply to the power connectors on the mainboard and switch it on.

Operating System

Insert the operating system CD into the optical drive. Restart the computer and follow the on-screen instructions to finish the installation.

Driver & Utilities 

Insert the application CD into the optical drive. Install the drivers/utilities at your desire.

MSI Warranty Procedures and Conditions

This is only valid for Australia
The terms and conditions of MSI’s warranty described herein adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (“ACCC”), in addition to the applicable provisions under the Australian Consumer Law (”ACL”). Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

  1. Determination of the warranty period: The warranty period starts from the date you purchase the Product with a valid invoice. If the last day of the warranty period is a national holiday, the following day shall be the last day of the warranty period.

  2. Customer-Induced-Defect (CID): If the problems or symptoms comply with improper usage defined as Customer-Induced-Defect (CID), shall not be accepted in the warranty claim of the product set. MSI reserves the right to determine whether the products are operated within the scope of proper usage.

  3. Limited warranty for software: The software not pre-installed is not covered within the Product’s warranty. The Company assumes no responsibility for any software subsequently installed by the customer itself and any possible consequential breakdown or damage.

  4. Screen the problems by self-checking:

    • Please first review the User’s Manual and the contents of the Software CD included with the Product:
      The User’s Manual and Software CD provided by MSI contains a lot of information about product use. The manual we compose from the user’s perspective can answer many of your questions. If your manual has been lost; you may download the manual you need from the MSI website.

    • Visit the MSI website for support:
      MSI retains a group of customer service engineers with profession and knowledge. You may post a message about the problem you encounter on MSI’s categorized discussion forum, and our engineers will try their best to answer your question concerning product use immediately. Or you may search on the website for FAQ, to see whether there is any solution for similar problems.

  5. Seek support from the original store of purchase: If you cannot seek any solution for the problem out of the above methods, you may seek support from the original store of purchase, because the original store of purchase should best know your system configuration and specifications, and can provide you with any necessary resource and service.

  6. Bring the Product to the original store of purchase: If your product has been determined by the MSI engineer or store as problematic or defective in hardware, and may incur the need for replacement of parts, you may bring the Product for repair or replacement to the original store of purchase to send the Product for repair or replacement on your behalf. However, the customer must properly pack the Product when sending it for repair, to avoid further damage in the course of shipping.

  7. Warranty receipt: The valid invoice of your purchase shall be provided for the warranty service.

  8. Contacts: In the event that additional assistance is required, please contact MSI Australia Pty at the following:
    Unit 16, 22 Princes Rd East Auburn NSW 2144, Australia
    Tel: 02 9748 0070
    Email: ausrma@msi.com
    For more details, please visit our website www.au.msi.com

FAQ’s

What is the form factor of the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard?

The MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard has a Micro-ATX (M-ATX) form factor.

What processor socket does the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) support?

The MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard supports Intel LGA 1155 processors.

What is the maximum RAM capacity supported by the MSI H61M-P20 (G3)?

The MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard supports a maximum of 16GB of DDR3 RAM.

How many RAM slots are available on the MSI H61M-P20 (G3)?

The MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard has two DDR3 DIMM slots.

Does the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) support USB 3.0?

No, the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard does not have built-in USB 3.0 ports. It only supports USB 2.0.

What expansion slots are available on the MSI H61M-P20 (G3)?

The MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard has one PCI Express x16 slot and two PCI Express x1 slots for expansion.

Can I use an NVIDIA graphics card with the MSI H61M-P20 (G3)?

Yes, the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard supports NVIDIA graphics cards as long as they are compatible with the PCI Express x16 slot.

Does the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) have onboard audio?

Yes, the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard has onboard audio with 6-channel HD audio support.

What storage interfaces are available on the MSI H61M-P20 (G3)?

The MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard has four SATA 3Gb/s ports for connecting storage devices.

Does the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) support overclocking?

No, the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard does not support CPU overclocking. It is designed for standard usage.

What is the maximum resolution supported by the onboard graphics of the MSI H61M-P20 (G3)?

The maximum resolution supported by the onboard graphics of the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) is dependent on the CPU used. Typically, it supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 pixels.

What are the rear I/O ports available on the MSI H61M-P20 (G3)?

The rear I/O ports of the MSI H61M-P20 (G3) motherboard include PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, VGA and DVI ports for display connectivity, four USB 2.0 ports, a LAN (Ethernet) port, and audio jacks for microphone and speaker/headphone connections.

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