Asus Pro H610M-CT2 D4-CSM User manual

Category
Motherboards
Type
User manual
Motherboard
Pro H610M-CT2 D4
ii
E21797
First Edition
July 2023
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Contents
Safety information ...................................................................................................... iv
About this guide .......................................................................................................... v
Package contents ....................................................................................................... vi
Pro H610M-CT2 D4 specications summary ........................................................... vi
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1 Before you proceed ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................................. 1-2
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) .................................................................... 1-8
1.4 System memory .......................................................................................... 1-10
Chapter 2: BIOS Information
2.1 BIOS Setup program .................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 BIOS menu screen........................................................................................ 2-2
2.3 Event Log ......................................................................................................2-3
2.4 Exit menu ...................................................................................................... 2-4
Appendix
Notices ..................................................................................................................... A-1
Warranty ................................................................................................................... A-5
ASUS contact information ...................................................................................... A-7
Service and Support ............................................................................................... A-7
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Safety information
Electrical safety
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the
manuals that came with the package.
Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Your motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures
between 10°C and 35°C.
Button/Coin Batteries Safety Information
WARNING
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Swallowing can lead to chemical burns,
perforation of soft tissue, and death. Severe
burns can occur within 2 hours of ingestion.
Seek medical attention immediately.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the
motherboard.
Chapter 2: BIOS Information
This chapter tells how to boot into the BIOS.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS website
The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware
and software products.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this user guide.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components and injuries to
yourself when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard 1 x Pro H610M-CT2 D4 motherboard
Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x I/O Shield
1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
1 x Screw package for M.2 Key E
Documentation 1 x ACC Express Activation Key Card
1 x User guide
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Pro H610M-CT2 D4 specications summary
CPU
Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ & 12th Gen Intel® Core™,
Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors*
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max
Technology 3.0**
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list.
** Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.
Chipset Intel® H610 Chipset
Memory
2 x DIMM slots, Max. 64GB, DDR4 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory*
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP)
* Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules
vary depending on the CPU and memory conguration, for more information
please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product
information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/.
Graphics
2 x DisplayPort**
1 x VGA port
* Graphics specications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to
www.intel.com for any updates.
** Support max. 4K@60Hz as specied in DisplayPort 1.4.
Expansion Slots
Intel® 13th &12th Gen Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot
Intel® H610 Chipset
2 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
1 x PCI slot
Note: To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to
https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals.
Storage
Total supports 1 x M.2 slot and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel® H610 Chipset
M.2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Ethernet 1 x Intel® 1Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard
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Pro H610M-CT2 D4 specications summary
Wireless &
Bluetooth®
M.2 slot only (Key E, CNVi & PCIe)*
* Wi-Fi module is sold separately.
USB
Rear USB (Total 4 ports)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10G) ports (2 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 8 ports)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5G) header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support 6 additional USB 2.0 ports
Audio
Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Denition Audio CODEC*
- Supports: Jack-detection, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
* A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1
Surround Sound audio output.
Back Panel I/O
Ports
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10G) ports (2 x Type-A)
2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A)
2 x DisplayPort
1 x VGA port
1 x Intel® 1Gb Ethernet port
3 x Audio jacks
1 x COM port
1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port
Internal I/O
Connectors
Fan and Cooling related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header
Power related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
Storage related
1 x M.2 slot (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5G) header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support 6 additional USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x Chassis Intrude header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
1 x COM debug header
1 x LPT header
1 x M.2 slot (Key E)
1 x SMBUS header
1 x Speaker header
1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header
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Pro H610M-CT2 D4 specications summary
Special Features
ASUS Q-Design
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED Core
- Q-Slot
ASUS EZ DIY
- Box Headers
Bespoke Motherboard Design & Business Focused Features
- ASUS Boot Defender
- ASUS Self Recovering BIOS
- ASUS Event Log
- ASUS Commercial BIOS kit*
- 24/7 Reliability
- Overcurrent Protection
* Please contact local FAE for commercial BIOS kit.
TPM2.0 IC Onboard
Software Features
ASUS Exclusive Software
IT Management software supported
- ASUS Control Center Express(ACCE)
BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability WOL by PME, PXE
Operating System Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit
Form Factor Micro-ATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 8.7 inch (24.4 cm x 22.1 cm)
Specications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website
for the latest specications.
For more information on downloading and installing drivers and utilities for your
motherboard, please scan the code below:
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Product Introduction
1.1 Before you proceed
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due
to static electricity.
Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the
bag that came with the component.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so
may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
The pin denitions in this chapter are for reference only. The pin names depend on the
location of the header/jumper/connector.
For more information on installing your motherboard, please scan the code below:
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1.2 Motherboard overview
ATX_12V
PCIEX16(G4)
2230
M.2(WIFI)
PCIEX1(G3)_1
PCIEX1(G3)_2
PCI
SPEAKER
CHASSIS
TPM
128Mb
BIOS
CLRTC
SMBUS
F_PANEL
LPT
COM_DEBUG
USB_E12USB_E34 USB_78
U32G1_34
AAFP COM2
ATX_PWR
CPU_FAN
BATTERY
CHA_FAN
Super
I/O
ASM
1083
24.4cm(9.6in)
DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 288-pin module)
2280 2260 2242
DDR4 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 288-pin module)
AUDIO
KBMS_USB_56
DP1
DP2
VGA
COM1
22.1cm(8.7in)
SATA6G_2
SATA6G_1
SATA6G_3
SATA6G_4
Intel®
H610
M.2(SOCKET3)
M.2(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA
3.0 X4 X
Audio
Codec
DIGI+
VRM
LGA1700
Ethernet
LAN_U32G2_12
65 1 4 2
19
11 714 1712 15
13
16
4
5
3
9
8
7
10
18
Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can
cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.2.1 Layout contents
1. CPU socket
The motherboard comes with a LGA1700 socket designed for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ & 12th
Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors.
For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU).
2. DDR4 DIMM slots
The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4
(Double Data Rate 4) memory modules.
For more details, refer to System memory.
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3. Expansion slots
This motherboard supports one PCIe 4.0 x16 graphics card and two PCIe 3.0 x1 network
cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specication.
The PCI slot supports a card such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, or any other card
that complies with PCI specications.
4. Fan headers
The Fan headers allow you to connect fans to cool the system.
5. Power connectors
These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. The
power supply plugs are designed to t in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and
push down rmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted.
Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug.
We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when conguring a system
with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot
up if the power is inadequate.
6. M.2 slot (Key M)
The M.2 slot allows you to install an M.2 device such as an M.2 SSD module.
Intel® H610 Chipset
- M.2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)
The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately.
7. SATA 6Gb/s ports
The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and
hard disk drives via SATA cables.
8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1
module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s.
The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately.
FAN PWM
FAN IN
FAN PWR
GND
FAN PWM
FAN IN
FAN PWR
GND
GND
FAN PWR
FAN IN
FAN PWM
FAN PWM
FAN IN
FAN PWR
GND
FAN PWM
FAN IN
FAN PWR
GND
GND
FAN PWR
FAN IN
FAN PWM
USB3+5V
IntA_P1_SSRX-
IntA_P1_SSRX+
GND
IntA_P1_SSTX-
IntA_P1_SSTX+
GND
IntA_P1_D-
IntA_P1_D+
GND
PIN 1
USB3+5V
IntA_P2_SSRX-
IntA_P2_SSRX+
GND
IntA_P2_SSTX-
IntA_P2_SSTX+
GND
IntA_P2_D-
IntA_P2_D+
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9. USB 2.0 headers
The USB 2.0 headers allow you to connect USB modules for additional USB
2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 headers provide data transfer speeds of up to 480
Mb/s.
DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will
damage the motherboard!
The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
10. Chassis Intrusion header
This header is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch.
Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this
header. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this
header when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then
generated as a chassis intrusion event.
11. Clear CMOS header
The Clear CMOS header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM
in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system
setup parameters.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to
re-enter data.
DO NOT short-circuit the pins except when clearing the RTC RAM. Short-circuiting or
placing a jumper cap will cause system boot failure!
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard button cell battery and short the two
pins again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the button
cell battery.
12. COM Port header
The COM (Serial) Port header allows you to connect a COM port module.
Connect the COM port module cable to this header, then install the module to
a slot opening on the system chassis.
The COM port module is purchased separately.
USB+5V
USB_P1-
USB_P1+
GND
NC
USB+5V
USB_P2-
USB_P2+
GND
PIN 1
+5VSB_MB
Chassis Signal
GND
CHASSIS
PIN 1
CLRTC
+3V_BAT
GND
PIN 1
COM
PIN 1
DCD
TXD
GND
RTS
RI
RXD
DTR
DSR
CTS
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13. COM Debug header
The COM Debug header allows connection to a COM Debug card.
The COM Debug Card is purchased separately.
14. Front Panel Audio header
The Front Panel Audio header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O
module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O
module cable to this header.
We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel audio
module to this header to avail of the motherboard’s high-denition audio
capability.
15. LPT header
The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) header supports devices such as
a printer. LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port
interface on IBM PC-compatible computers.
16. M.2 slot (Key E)
The M.2 slot (Key E) allows you to install an M.2 Wi-Fi module.
The M.2 Wi-Fi module is purchased separately.
17. System Management Bus header
The System Management Bus (SMBus) header allows you to
connect a SMBus device. This header is generally used for
communication with the system and power management-related
tasks.
18. Speaker header
The Speaker header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted system
warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
PIN 1
GND
GND
O_COM1_TXD1
SOUTC_P80
+3V
COM_DEBUG
AAFP
AGND
NC
SENSE1_RETUR
SENSE2_RETUR
PORT1 L
PORT1 R
PORT2 R
SENSE_SEND
PORT2 L
HD-audio-compliant
pin definition
PIN 1
O_LPT_XSTB#_R
O_LPT_XPD0_R
O_LPT_XPD1_R
O_LPT_XPD2_R
O_LPT_XPD3_R
O_LPT_XPD4_R
O_LPT_XPD5_R
O_LPT_XPD6_R
O_LPT_XPD7_R
O_LPT_ACK#_R
O_LPT_BUSY_R
O_LPT_PE_R
O_LPT_SLCT_R
O_LPT_XAFD#_R
O_LPT_ERROR#_R
O_LPT_XINIT#_R
O_LPT_XSLIN#_R
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
GND
LPT
SMBUS
GND
SMBUS_CLKSMBUS_DATA
PIN 1
+5V
GND
GND
Speaker Out
SPEAKER
PIN 1
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19. System Panel header
The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions.
System Power LED header (+PWR_LED-)
The 2-pin header allows you to connect the System Power LED. The
System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power
source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the
system is in sleep mode.
Storage Device Activity LED header (+HDD_LED-)
The 2-pin header allows you to connect the Storage Device Activity
LED. The Storage Device Activity LED lights up or blinks when data
is read from or written to the storage device or storage device add-on
card.
Power Button/Soft-off Button header (PWR_BTN)
The 2-pin header allows you to connect the system power button. Press the power
button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode
(depending on the operating system settings).
Reset button header (RESET)
The 2-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted reset button. Press the
reset button to reboot the system.
1.2.2 Rear panel connectors
2 3
9 10
4 5 6
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1. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.
2. Serial port connector (COM). This port connects a modem, or other devices that
conform with serial specication.
3. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other
VGA-compatible devices.
PIN 1
PWR_BTN
PWR_LED+
PWR_LED-
PWR
GND
HDD_LED+
HDD_LED-
Ground
HWRST#
(NC)
F_PANEL
+PWR_LED-
+HDD_LED- RESET
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4. 1Gb Ethernet port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the Ethernet port LED indications.
Intel® 1Gb Ethernet port LED indications
Speed LED
Status Description
OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
GREEN 1 Gbps connection
Activity Link LED
Status Description
OFF No link
ORANGE Linked
BLINKING Data activity
ACT/LINK
LED
SPEED
LED
Ethernet port
5. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio
sources.
6. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel,
5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel congurations, the function of this port becomes Front
Speaker Out.
7. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0 devices.
8. DisplayPort. These ports are for DisplayPort-compatible devices.
9. USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) ports (teal blue, Type A). These Universal Serial Bus
3.2 (USB 3.2) ports are for USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices.
10. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 5.1,
or 7.1-channel conguration.
Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel conguration
Port 2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel
Light Blue
(Rear panel) -Rear Speaker
Out
Rear Speaker
Out
Rear Speaker
Out
Lime
(Rear panel)
Front Speaker
Out
Front Speaker
Out
Front Speaker
Out
Front Speaker
Out
Pink
(Rear panel) - - Center /
Subwoofer
Center /
Subwoofer
Lime
(Front panel) - - - Side Speaker Out
Pink
(Front panel) - - - -
To congure a 7.1-channel audio output:
Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.1-channel audio
output.
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1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
This motherboard comes with a LGA1700 socket designed for 13th Gen
Intel® Core™ &12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron®
Processors.
Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. DO NOT
install a CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on
the LGA1700 socket.
ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal,
incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by
the user.
Installing the CPU
Take caution when lifting the load
lever, ensure to hold onto the load
lever when releasing the load
lever. Letting go of the load lever
immediately after releasing it may
cause the load lever to spring
back and cause damage to your
motherboard.
LGA1700
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1.4 System memory
This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module
(DIMM) sockets. The gure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets:
Channel Sockets
Channel A DIMM_A1
Channel B DIMM_B1
A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO
NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.
You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the
total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any excess memory
from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a
lower frequency than the vendor-marked value.
For system stability, use a more efcient memory cooling system to support a full
memory load.
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we
recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C)
from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules.
Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary
depending on the CPU and memory conguration, for more information please refer
to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit
https://www.asus.com/support/.
Recommended memory congurations
DIMM_B1
DIMM_A1DIMM_A1
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B1
DIMM_A1
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Installing a DIMM
To remove a DIMM
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Asus Pro H610M-CT2 D4-CSM User manual

Category
Motherboards
Type
User manual

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