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Installation 15 Pre-installation Precautions 15 2.1 CPU Installation 16 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 17 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 18 2.5 Dual Graphics Operation Guide 19 2.6 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features 21 2.7 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide 24 2.8 Jumpers Setup 26 2.9 Onboard Headers and...
Installation 15 Pre-installation Precautions 15 2.1 CPU Installation 16 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 17 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 18 2.5 Dual Graphics Operation Guide 19 2.6 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features 21 2.7 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide 24 2.8 Jumpers Setup 26 2.9 Onboard Headers and...
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... Information 61 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 37 3.1 Introduction 37 3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 37 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 38 3.2 Main Screen 38 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 39 3.4 Advanced Screen 43 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 44 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 45 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 46 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 47 3.4.5 Super IO Configuration 48 3.4.6 ACPI Configuration 49 3.4.7 USB Configuration 51 3.4.8 Network Configuration...
... Information 61 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 37 3.1 Introduction 37 3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 37 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 38 3.2 Main Screen 38 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 39 3.4 Advanced Screen 43 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 44 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 45 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 46 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 47 3.4.5 Super IO Configuration 48 3.4.6 ACPI Configuration 49 3.4.7 USB Configuration 51 3.4.8 Network Configuration...
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...CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. To get better performance in Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64 bit, it is recommended to set the BIOS option in , 22.6 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A55M-DGS... Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... 1. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to BIOS ...
...CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. To get better performance in Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64 bit, it is recommended to set the BIOS option in , 22.6 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A55M-DGS... Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... 1. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to BIOS ...
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Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.9-in x 7.6-in, 22.6 cm x 19.3 cm - Support for CPU power - AMD A55 FCH (Hudson-D2) - Supports AMD Memory Profile (AMP) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE1 @ x16 mode) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot - 1 x PCI slot - ...Graphics - shared memory 512MB - Supports HDCP function with DVI port - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - UMI-Link GEN2 - Support DDR3 2400+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866/1600/1333/1066/ 800 non-ECC, un-buffered...
Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.9-in x 7.6-in, 22.6 cm x 19.3 cm - Support for CPU power - AMD A55 FCH (Hudson-D2) - Supports AMD Memory Profile (AMP) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE1 @ x16 mode) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot - 1 x PCI slot - ...Graphics - shared memory 512MB - Supports HDCP function with DVI port - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - UMI-Link GEN2 - Support DDR3 2400+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866/1600/1333/1066/ 800 non-ECC, un-buffered...
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... / XP SP3 compliant Certifications - Supports "Plug and Play" - DRAM, VDDP, VDDR, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support CD - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - OEM Hardware - Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product...
... / XP SP3 compliant Certifications - Supports "Plug and Play" - DRAM, VDDP, VDDR, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support CD - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - OEM Hardware - Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product...
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...the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may be done at your system. CAUTION! 1. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. We are not responsible for the compatible memory modules. Whether 2400/2133/1866/1600MHz memory speed is no such limitation. ... 8 It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to the memory support list on this motherboard, please refer to utilize the memory that there is a certain risk involved with 64bit...
...the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may be done at your system. CAUTION! 1. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. We are not responsible for the compatible memory modules. Whether 2400/2133/1866/1600MHz memory speed is no such limitation. ... 8 It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to the memory support list on this motherboard, please refer to utilize the memory that there is a certain risk involved with 64bit...
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...and improves system running speed for optimal system performance. In Overclocking, you to get the same OC settings. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is an all-in-one tool to overclock CPU frequency for your BIOS only in a few seconds, provides a much more efficient way to save the ...fan speed and temperature for you can load the OC profile to their own system to enter your system. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. Your friends then can press the key during...
...and improves system running speed for optimal system performance. In Overclocking, you to get the same OC settings. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is an all-in-one tool to overclock CPU frequency for your BIOS only in a few seconds, provides a much more efficient way to save the ...fan speed and temperature for you can load the OC profile to their own system to enter your system. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. Your friends then can press the key during...
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...it can configure your SSDs or HDDs in order to extend their lifespan. 10 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is a new function that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. LAN Application Prioritization: You ...it makes your iPhone charge much quickly from your computer and up to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). ASRock APP Charger allows you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/...
...it can configure your SSDs or HDDs in order to extend their lifespan. 10 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is a new function that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. LAN Application Prioritization: You ...it makes your iPhone charge much quickly from your computer and up to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). ASRock APP Charger allows you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/...
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1.4 Motherboard Layout PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1 2 3 4 5 19.3cm (7.6-in) FM2A55M-DGS CPU_FAN1 DDR3 2400+ ATX12V1 6 Fast USB VGA1 AT X P W R 1 22.6cm (8.9-in) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e) F X ast LAN X ... 17 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 16 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 17 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 3 CPU Socket 18 Print Port Header (LPT1) 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 19 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5) 5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots 20 USB 2.0 Header (USB8_9) (Dual...
1.4 Motherboard Layout PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1 2 3 4 5 19.3cm (7.6-in) FM2A55M-DGS CPU_FAN1 DDR3 2400+ ATX12V1 6 Fast USB VGA1 AT X P W R 1 22.6cm (8.9-in) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e) F X ast LAN X ... 17 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 16 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 17 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 3 CPU Socket 18 Print Port Header (LPT1) 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 19 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5) 5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots 20 USB 2.0 Header (USB8_9) (Dual...
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...the socket lever to the instruction manuals of the pins. For proper installation, please kindly refer to secure the CPU. The CPU fits only in place, press it firmly on the side tab to avoid bending of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 16 You also need to spray thermal grease between the... CPU and the heatsink to dissipate heat. When the CPU is locked. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to indicate that the CPU corner with the golden triangle matches the ...
...the socket lever to the instruction manuals of the pins. For proper installation, please kindly refer to secure the CPU. The CPU fits only in place, press it firmly on the side tab to avoid bending of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 16 You also need to spray thermal grease between the... CPU and the heatsink to dissipate heat. When the CPU is locked. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to indicate that the CPU corner with the golden triangle matches the ...
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... (see p.13 No.23) Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to the ground pin. CPU Fan Connectors FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.13 No. 4) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to this motherboard, please connect it can...the fan connectors and match the black wire to Pin 1-3. CHA_FAN1 fan speed can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this connector. Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it to the ground pin. ...
... (see p.13 No.23) Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to the ground pin. CPU Fan Connectors FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.13 No. 4) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to this motherboard, please connect it can...the fan connectors and match the black wire to Pin 1-3. CHA_FAN1 fan speed can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this connector. Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it to the ground pin. ...
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... adopt supports this feature. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. Please note that overclocking may cause damage to select enable or disable AMD Turbo Core Technology. CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this to your own risk and expense. Please be noted that overclocing may reduce the D-Sub resolution and cause the display...
... adopt supports this feature. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. Please note that overclocking may cause damage to select enable or disable AMD Turbo Core Technology. CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this to your own risk and expense. Please be noted that overclocing may reduce the D-Sub resolution and cause the display...
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... Frequency If [Auto] is [Auto]. However, for safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of CPU NB/GFX voltage. CPU NB Frequency Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of Processor Frequency and Processor Voltage.... GFX Engine Clock Use this item. Boost Frequency Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of CPU voltage offset. However, for safety and system stability, it is not recommended to [Auto] by default. The default value is selected, ...
... Frequency If [Auto] is [Auto]. However, for safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of CPU NB/GFX voltage. CPU NB Frequency Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of Processor Frequency and Processor Voltage.... GFX Engine Clock Use this item. Boost Frequency Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of CPU voltage offset. However, for safety and system stability, it is not recommended to [Auto] by default. The default value is selected, ...
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Setting wrong values in this section, you may cause the system to malfunction. 43 3.4 Advanced Screen In this section may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Nouth Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration and Network Configuration.
Setting wrong values in this section, you may cause the system to malfunction. 43 3.4 Advanced Screen In this section may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Nouth Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration and Network Configuration.
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...] if above issue occurs. If you enable the item "Core C6 Mode". The default value is [Enabled]. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to system stability or compatibility issue with some memory modules or power supplies. ..., please set this option is [Disabled]. Please note that enabling this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to keep the CPU from overheated. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration Core C6 Mode Use this item to enable or disable Package C6 mode. The...
...] if above issue occurs. If you enable the item "Core C6 Mode". The default value is [Enabled]. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to system stability or compatibility issue with some memory modules or power supplies. ..., please set this option is [Disabled]. Please note that enabling this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to keep the CPU from overheated. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration Core C6 Mode Use this item to enable or disable Package C6 mode. The...
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...of the dehumidifying process before it allows you to set the CPU fan 1 speed. Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to configure CPU fan speed while "Dehumidifier" is value [Full On]. Dehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Use this setting to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier ... Temperature Protection Use this item to S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier Duration This allows users to configure the duration of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. Chassis Fan 1 Setting This allows you to monitor the status...
...of the dehumidifying process before it allows you to set the CPU fan 1 speed. Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to configure CPU fan speed while "Dehumidifier" is value [Full On]. Dehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Use this setting to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier ... Temperature Protection Use this item to S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier Duration This allows users to configure the duration of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. Chassis Fan 1 Setting This allows you to monitor the status...
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Motherboard Layout PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1 2 3 4 5 19.3cm (7.6-in) FM2A55M-DGS CPU_FAN1 DDR3 2400+ ATX12V1 6 Fast USB VGA1 AT X P W R 1 22.6cm (8.9-in) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin ... 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 3 CPU Socket 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 SATA2... Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1) 29 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 30 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 2 ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Motherboard English
Motherboard Layout PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1 2 3 4 5 19.3cm (7.6-in) FM2A55M-DGS CPU_FAN1 DDR3 2400+ ATX12V1 6 Fast USB VGA1 AT X P W R 1 22.6cm (8.9-in) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin ... 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 3 CPU Socket 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 SATA2... Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1) 29 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 30 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 2 ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Motherboard English
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...-bystep installation guide. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.9-in x 7.6-in Storage Confi...manual occur, the updated version will be found in the user manual presented in our support CD for purchasing ASRock FM2A55M-DGS motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Introduction Thank you are using. To get better performance in Windows® 7...
...-bystep installation guide. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.9-in x 7.6-in Storage Confi...manual occur, the updated version will be found in the user manual presented in our support CD for purchasing ASRock FM2A55M-DGS motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Introduction Thank you are using. To get better performance in Windows® 7...
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... - Realtek RTL8111E - AMD A55 FCH (Hudson-D2) - DirectX 11, Pixel Shader 5.0 - resolution up to 1920x1600 @ 60Hz - Supports PXE 5 ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Motherboard English capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 1) - Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 1.3 / 1.2 - Support ...ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with max. Supports Dual-link DVI with DVI port - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - Solid Capacitor for CPU power - Supports AMD Memory Profile (AMP) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE1 @ x16 mode) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot...
... - Realtek RTL8111E - AMD A55 FCH (Hudson-D2) - DirectX 11, Pixel Shader 5.0 - resolution up to 1920x1600 @ 60Hz - Supports PXE 5 ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Motherboard English capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 1) - Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 1.3 / 1.2 - Support ...ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with max. Supports Dual-link DVI with DVI port - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - Solid Capacitor for CPU power - Supports AMD Memory Profile (AMP) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE1 @ x16 mode) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot...
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...- Chassis Temperature Sensing - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD Live! Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - OEM Hardware - HD Audio Jack: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone Connector - 6 x SATA2 3.0... RJ-45 LAN Port with GUI support - CPU/Chassis Quiet Fan - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Motherboard
...- Chassis Temperature Sensing - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD Live! Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - OEM Hardware - HD Audio Jack: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone Connector - 6 x SATA2 3.0... RJ-45 LAN Port with GUI support - CPU/Chassis Quiet Fan - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock FM2A55M-DGS Motherboard