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... this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock H55M-GE motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated... this manual will be subject to quality and endurance. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.7-in, 24.4 cm x 22.1 cm) ASRock H55M-GE Quick Installation Guide ASRock H55M-GE Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (...
... this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock H55M-GE motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated... this manual will be subject to quality and endurance. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.7-in, 24.4 cm x 22.1 cm) ASRock H55M-GE Quick Installation Guide ASRock H55M-GE Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (...
Quick Installation Guide
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...damages (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any means, except duplication of documentation by the purchaser for a ...toxic substance controlled in advance. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are furnished ...
...damages (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any means, except duplication of documentation by the purchaser for a ...toxic substance controlled in advance. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are furnished ...
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...) 16 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4, Blue) 36 Front Panel Audio Header 17 Fifth SATAII Connector (SATAII_5, Blue) (HD_AUDIO1, White) 18 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, White) 2 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard
...) 16 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4, Blue) 36 Front Panel Audio Header 17 Fifth SATAII Connector (SATAII_5, Blue) (HD_AUDIO1, White) 18 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, White) 2 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard
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... system. Then you will find "VIA HD Audio Deck" tool on the bottom. Please refer to the table below instructions according to save your change . 3 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English
... system. Then you will find "VIA HD Audio Deck" tool on the bottom. Please refer to the table below instructions according to save your change . 3 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English
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... to this manual will be found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 22.1 cm) ASRock H55M-GE Quick Installation Guide ASRock H55M-GE Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you for specific information about the model you are using. Because the motherboard specifications...
... to this manual will be found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 22.1 cm) ASRock H55M-GE Quick Installation Guide ASRock H55M-GE Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you for specific information about the model you are using. Because the motherboard specifications...
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... Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with max. All Solid Capacitor design (100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors) (H55M-GE R2.0) - Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) (see CAUTION 1) - resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz - Supports Intel... Processor with max. Supports D-Sub with DVI and HDMI ports - 5.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1705 Audio Codec) English 5 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard Supports DVI with Intel® Graphics Technology - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 3) - Max. 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory ...
... Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with max. All Solid Capacitor design (100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors) (H55M-GE R2.0) - Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) (see CAUTION 1) - resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz - Supports Intel... Processor with max. Supports D-Sub with DVI and HDMI ports - 5.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1705 Audio Codec) English 5 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard Supports DVI with Intel® Graphics Technology - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 3) - Max. 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory ...
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... Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 14) English 6 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 12) - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 11) - 16Mb AMI Legal BIOS - Supports jumperfree - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX ...
... Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 14) English 6 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 12) - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 11) - 16Mb AMI Legal BIOS - Supports jumperfree - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX ...
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...(ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 19) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with Intel® Graphics Technology) Hardware - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (...detection - Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. English 7 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications ...
...(ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 19) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with Intel® Graphics Technology) Hardware - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (...detection - Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. English 7 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications ...
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... 8. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is no such limitation. 6. Due to SATAII mode. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/OCTuner/index.htm 13. Please visit our website for proper installation. 5. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. For...savings. Before installing SATAII hard disk to get the best system performance under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/IES/index.html 8 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Please visit our website for details. 4.
... 8. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is no such limitation. 6. Due to SATAII mode. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/OCTuner/index.htm 13. Please visit our website for proper installation. 5. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. For...savings. Before installing SATAII hard disk to get the best system performance under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/IES/index.html 8 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Please visit our website for details. 4.
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... to save your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you checking with the power supply manufacturer for more details. 9 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you to EuP, the total AC...other complicated flash utility. OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by European Union to define the power consumption for the user to access ASRock Instant Flash. Please be shared and worked on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it is capable of ...
... to save your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you checking with the power supply manufacturer for more details. 9 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you to EuP, the total AC...other complicated flash utility. OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by European Union to define the power consumption for the user to access ASRock Instant Flash. Please be shared and worked on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it is capable of ...
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.... 4. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any component. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 10 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before touching any motherboard settings. 1. Hold components by the edges and...
.... 4. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before you install motherboard components or change any component. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 10 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before touching any motherboard settings. 1. Hold components by the edges and...
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... avoid kicking off the PnP cap. 2. It is recommended to use the cap tab to match the two orientation key notches of the socket. 11 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Step 1. black line Step 3-2. Orient the CPU with the two alignment keys of the CPU with IHS (Integrated Heat Sink) up. Step 2. Locate...
... avoid kicking off the PnP cap. 2. It is recommended to use the cap tab to match the two orientation key notches of the socket. 11 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Step 1. black line Step 3-2. Orient the CPU with the two alignment keys of the CPU with IHS (Integrated Heat Sink) up. Step 2. Locate...
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... the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 4). Connect fan header with thumb to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan. 12 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to the instruction manuals of IHS on the motherboard. Step 3-3. Step 4. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Step 4-3. Apply...
... the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 4). Connect fan header with thumb to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan. 12 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to the instruction manuals of IHS on the motherboard. Step 3-3. Step 4. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Step 4-3. Apply...
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... Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. You may be activated. It is recommended to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1; English 13 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard If you to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the white slot for dual channel configuration, and please install identical DDR3 DIMMs in...
... Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. You may be activated. It is recommended to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1; English 13 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard If you to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the white slot for dual channel configuration, and please install identical DDR3 DIMMs in...
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... disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 14 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Step 1.
... disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 14 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Step 1.
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... installation. Fasten the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is used to use . Replace the system cover. 15 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English PCI slot: PCI slot is completely seated on this motherboard. PCIE slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot; Before installing the expansion card, please make...
... installation. Fasten the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is used to use . Replace the system cover. 15 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English PCI slot: PCI slot is completely seated on this motherboard. PCIE slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot; Before installing the expansion card, please make...
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... the system parameters to clear the data in CMOS includes system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup parameters. English 16 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when jumper cap is Short Open placed on these 2 pins. Note: To select +5V_DUAL, it...
... the system parameters to clear the data in CMOS includes system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup parameters. English 16 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when jumper cap is Short Open placed on these 2 pins. Note: To select +5V_DUAL, it...
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.... 17) (SATAII_6: see p.2, No. 19) Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB10_11) (see p.2 No. 25) (9-pin USB8_9) (see p.2 No. 22) English 17 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard Besides six default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are NOT jumpers. If you clear the CMOS, the case open may be connected to...
.... 17) (SATAII_6: see p.2, No. 19) Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB10_11) (see p.2 No. 25) (9-pin USB8_9) (see p.2 No. 22) English 17 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard Besides six default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are NOT jumpers. If you clear the CMOS, the case open may be connected to...
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..., which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. B. This feature requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to OUT2_L. 18 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system. 2. This is an interface for front panel audio cable...
..., which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. B. This feature requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to OUT2_L. 18 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard English Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system. 2. This is an interface for front panel audio cable...
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... ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2 No. 4) 1 2 3 4 Please connect a CPU fan cable to this motherboard, please connect it to the ground pin. English 19 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.2 No. 5) Please connect the chassis speaker to Ground (GND). If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan...
... ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2 No. 4) 1 2 3 4 Please connect a CPU fan cable to this motherboard, please connect it to the ground pin. English 19 ASRock H55M-GE Motherboard System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.2 No. 5) Please connect the chassis speaker to Ground (GND). If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan...