Motherboards

H81M-H M.2

Model H81M-H M.2

Intel H81 Express Micro ATX motherboard for Socket LGA1150 processors, with 2 DDR3 slots (up to 16 GB) and 1 GbE LAN.

Socket
LGA1150
Chipset
Intel H81 Express
Form factor
Micro ATX
Memory
2 x DDR3, up to 16 GB
LAN
1 GbE

Overview

Highlights

  • Supports 4th Generation Intel Core processors
  • GIGABYTE Ultra Durable Technology
  • GIGABYTE UEFI BIOS
  • GIGABYTE On/Off Charge for USB devices
  • LAN with high ESD Protection
  • NVMe PCIe Gen2 x4 M.2 Connector

Platform

Socket
LGA1150
Chipset
Intel H81
Form factor
Micro ATX 23.0 x 17.5 cm
Memory
DDR3
  • 2 DIMM slots
  • Up to 16 GB
  • Up to 1600 MHz
Dual channel
Processor support
  • Intel Core i7 processors
  • Intel Core i5 processors
  • Intel Core i3 processors
  • Intel Pentium processors
  • Intel Celeron processors
Expansion slots
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x16
  • 1 x PCIe x1 slot
PCIe 2.0
Storage
1 x M.2
  • 2 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • 2 x SATA 3Gb/s
Fastest M.2 slot: PCIe 2.0 x4
LAN
  • Realtek GbE LAN
Wireless
Not included
Display outputs
1 x HDMI, 1 x D-Sub For processors with integrated graphics
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
Intel
Socket
LGA1150
Chipset
H81
Form factor
Micro ATX
Memory
DDR3
Series
Ultra Durable
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
Support for Intel Core i7 processors/Intel Core i5 processors/ Intel Core i3 processors/Intel Pentium processors/Intel Celeron processors in the LGA1150 packageL3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Intel H81 Express Chipset
Memory
2 x DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory* Due to a Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than the size of the physical memory installed.Dual channel memory architectureSupport for DDR3 1600/1333 MHz memory modulesSupport for non-ECC memory modulesSupport for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:1 x D-Sub port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x12001 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160* Support for HDMI 1.4a version.Maximum shared memory of 1 GB
Audio
Realtek Audio CODECHigh Definition Audio2/4/5.1/7.1-channel* You can change the functionality of an audio jack using the audio software. To configure 7.1-channel audio, access the audio software for audio settings.

Networking

LAN
Realtek GbE LAN chip (1 Gbps/100 Mbps/10 Mbps)

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x161 x PCI Express x1 slot(The PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)
Storage interface
Chipset:1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280 SATA and PCIe 2.0 x4/x2 SSD support)2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0/1)2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2 2/3)* The M2A connector shares bandwidth with the SATA3 0 connector. The SATA3 0 connector will become unavailable when an SATA SSD is installed in the M2A connector.Refer to "2-7 Internal Connectors," "8) M2A (M.2 Socket 3 Connector)," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors.

Ports and connectors

USB
Chipset:2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors1 x CPU fan header1 x system fan header1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers1 x serial port header1 x Clear CMOS jumper1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
Back panel connectors
1 x PS/2 mouse port1 x PS/2 keyboard port1 x D-Sub port1 x HDMI port2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports1 x RJ-45 port3 x audio jacks
I/O controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip

Firmware and software

H/W monitoring
Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionOverheating warningFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan speed control function is supported will depend on the fan you install.
BIOS
1 x 32 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique features
Support for Q-FlashSupport for APP Center@BIOSEasyTuneEZ SetupUSB BlockerSmart TimeLockSmart Recovery 2Support for ON/OFF Charge
Bundled software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Operating system
Support for Windows 10/7

Board

Form factor
Micro ATX Form Factor; 23.0cm x 17.5cm
Remark
Due to different Linux support condition provided by chipset vendors, please download Linux driver from chipset vendors' website or 3rd party website.Most hardware/software vendors may no longer offer drivers to support Win9X/ME/2000/XP. If drivers are available from the vendors, we will update them on the GIGABYTE website.

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.

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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

Supplied by brand rather than listed by model. Name the part you need in your enquiry.

Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX and 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for LGA1150

Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1150.

Cabinets for Micro ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list Micro ATX motherboard support.

Parts to plan with this motherboard

Check sockets, memory type, power connectors and dimensions against the specifications before ordering, or ask our sales desk to confirm a build.

Support

Warranty and repairs

Warranty is as per GIGABYTE’s terms for this model. For products bought from us, call our service team with the invoice number, the model and the product’s serial number.

From GIGABYTE

Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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