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User Manual - Page 2
.../or LGPL Software, which will be no earlier than December 1, 2011, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you want to have it shipped to, by sending a request to: ASUSTeK Computer Inc...
User Manual - Page 3
... (CPU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 1-11 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1-12 1.7 System memory 1-13 1.7.1 Overview 1-13 1.7.2 Memory configurations 1-14 1.7.3 Installing a DIMM 1-15 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM 1-15 1.8 Expansion slots 1-16 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card 1-16 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card 1-16 1.8.3 PCI slots...
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... 1.11.2 Internal connectors 1-21
1.12 Software support 1-27 1.12.1 Installing an operating system 1-27 1.12.2 Support DVD information 1-27
Chapter 2: BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-3
2.2 BIOS setup program 2-6 2.2.1 BIOS menu screen 2-7 2.2.2 Menu bar...
User Manual - Page 6
...limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, ... the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with ...
User Manual - Page 7
... 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 that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage...
User Manual - Page 8
...complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to...
User Manual - Page 9
... Chipset: - 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
VIA® VT6415 PATA controller: - 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 connector for up to 2 PATA
devices
Realtek® RTL8112L Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET2
VIA 1708S 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O - Supports Jack-detection and Multi-streaming
Supports up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 8 ports...
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...! button 1 x COM connector
16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE
1 x Ultra DMA 133/100 cable 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual
Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version)
ATX form factor: 12 in x 8.6 in...
User Manual - Page 14
... OS, which lets you instantly access the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows® OS.
• ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and flash drives with at least 1.2GB free disk space. When installing it on USB HDDs or flash drives, connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before turning on the computer.
• The actual boot time depends on...
User Manual - Page 25
... you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard.
• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less.
• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way...
User Manual - Page 27
...drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.
1.8.3 PCI slots
The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications.
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots
This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network...
User Manual - Page 30
... computer and unplug the power cord for about 5-10 seconds.
• If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings.
• We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version...
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...
SATA3
P7H55
P7H55 SATA connectors (ICH10R®) Install the Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA.
9. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
COM1
PIN 1
P7H55
P7H55 Serial port (COM1...
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... without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
The following screen is for reference only.
Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information
Click an item to install
If Autorun is NOT...
User Manual - Page 39
... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
• This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package.
Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS Update. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
Quit all Windows...
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... instructions to complete the updating process.
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2
The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility.
Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:
1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port...
User Manual - Page 41
... the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
• The removable devices that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models. For motherboards without the floppy connector, prepare a USB flash disk before using this utility.
Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the...
User Manual - Page 44
... connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them.
2.2 BIOS setup program
Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.
Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On...
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.... Select an item then press to display the submenu.
Main
Ai Tweaker
BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot
Boot Settings Boot Device Priority
Boot Settings Configuration Security
Tools Exit
Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence.
A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B: ) may appear when you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device.
←→ Select Screen ↑↓...
User Manual - Page 64
... that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version.
• Only the CMO file can be loaded.
2.8.2 AI NET 2
Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
2.8.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2
Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you...