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Micro ATX motherboard in dark PCB with LGA 1155 socket and DDR3 slots

ASUS

ASUS P8H61-M PLUS V2 Intel H61 DDR3 16GB Micro ATX Motherboard

SKU CH-Z401-JY270

LGA 1155 micro-ATX board with Intel H61 chipset supporting up to 16 GB DDR3 and SATA storage

  • CPU socketLGA 1155
  • ChipsetIntel H61
  • Max supported RAM16 GB
  • Supports up to 16 GB DDR3 memory for everyday computing
  • LGA 1155 socket fits compatible Intel processors
  • Intel H61 chipset provides essential platform features
  • Micro ATX form factor fits compact cases
  • Includes SATA cable for storage connectivity

LGA 1155 Micro ATX Board

The ASUS P8H61-M PLUS V2 is an Intel H61 motherboard built for the LGA 1155 socket. It accepts DDR3 memory up to 16 GB and fits Micro ATX chassis. The board suits builders replacing a failed unit in an existing system or assembling a basic office machine on a legacy platform.

Thermals and Power

Passive chipset cooling keeps noise to a minimum because the H61 controller draws little power. The voltage regulator area is uncovered, so case airflow handles the modest heat from the supported processors. Power consumption stays low, matching the board’s entry-level design.

Memory Capacity Limit

Maximum supported memory is 16 GB across the available DDR3 slots. This ceiling determines whether the board can handle your intended workload; systems needing more RAM will require a different platform.

How it compares

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Price $57.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameASUS P8H61-M PLUS V2
Processor
CPU socketLGA 1155
ChipsetIntel H61
Memory
Max supported RAM16 GB

Questions about this item

How do I install the board into a Micro ATX case and which standoff step is often missed?

Align the board with the Micro ATX mounting holes, fit the supplied I/O shield first, then secure all standoffs so the PCB does not flex.

What upkeep will the board and its DDR3 memory need over time?

The included SATA cable should be checked for firm seating; DDR3 modules only need reseating if contact oxidation appears.

What limit appears first when the H61 chipset runs sustained loads?

The chipset is rated for 16 GB maximum memory, so capacity is the first ceiling you reach under heavy multitasking.

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