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provides nearly identical layouts for connecting front panel headers, power, and storage. The Retro Web Key Technical Specifications
The board utilizes the chipset and supports 2nd and 3rd Generation Intel processors. Socket : LGA 1155 (Socket H2).
(approx. 200 x 244 mm) is designed to fit small-form-factor cases, limiting its expansion capabilities compared to standard ATX boards. : It features two DDR3 UDIMM slots, supporting a maximum of 16GB of RAM with clock speeds up to 1600MHz. Connectivity
, this board supports 2nd and 3rd generation Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 processors (Sandy Bridge and Ivy Bridge). Its compact DTX form factor
The "H61" in the model name designates the Intel H61 Express Chipset. This chipset was the budget-oriented counterpart to the high-end Z68 series. The H61H2-AD is designed explicitly for sockets, meaning it supports Intel’s 2nd Generation "Sandy Bridge" and 3rd Generation "Ivy Bridge" Core processors (i3, i5, i7).