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...retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights AMD® A- & E2- The package contents vary from models. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-1 It features Dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to enable accelerated performance ...items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series motherboards include F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 and F1A55-M LX R2.0 models. Thank you start installing the ...
...retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights AMD® A- & E2- The package contents vary from models. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-1 It features Dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data transfer rate up to enable accelerated performance ...items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentations ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series motherboards include F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 and F1A55-M LX R2.0 models. Thank you start installing the ...
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... functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. Within the profile, programs can prioritize your PC's loading. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-3 Hybrid DIGI+ VRM: Maximizing System Potential ASUS brings the exclusive Hybrid DIGI+ VRM design to great value motherboards to better serve a wider range of fan speed to achieve a quiet...
... functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. Within the profile, programs can prioritize your PC's loading. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-3 Hybrid DIGI+ VRM: Maximizing System Potential ASUS brings the exclusive Hybrid DIGI+ VRM design to great value motherboards to better serve a wider range of fan speed to achieve a quiet...
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... bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Onboard LED ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-5 This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, switch off mode.
... bag that came with a standby power LED that lights up to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Onboard LED ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-5 This is ON, in sleep mode, or in any component, switch off mode.
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...10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-5 1-25 1-23 1-27 1-26 1-19 1-26 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-7 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 34 54 6 21.3cm(8.4in) KB_USB56 KBPWR ATX12V DIGI +VRM ...DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 24.4cm(9.6in) LPT VGA 3 USB34 USBPW1-6 LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN 7 AUDIO F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 RTL 8111E Super I/O PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 CLRTC PCI1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power SB_PWR SATA3G_4 8 AMD® A55 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 7 ...
...10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 12. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-5 1-25 1-23 1-27 1-26 1-19 1-26 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-7 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 34 54 6 21.3cm(8.4in) KB_USB56 KBPWR ATX12V DIGI +VRM ...DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 24.4cm(9.6in) LPT VGA 3 USB34 USBPW1-6 LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN 7 AUDIO F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 RTL 8111E Super I/O PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 CLRTC PCI1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power SB_PWR SATA3G_4 8 AMD® A55 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 7 ...
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You can occur if you fail to secure the APU. CPU_FAN F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Install a APU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is ... the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-9 The lever clicks on the motherboard. 5. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to connect the CPU fan connector! When the APU is locked...
You can occur if you fail to secure the APU. CPU_FAN F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to section 1.6.2 Installing heatsink and fan for instructions. 7. Install a APU heatsink and fan following the instructions that it is ... the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-9 The lever clicks on the motherboard. 5. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to connect the CPU fan connector! When the APU is locked...
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... the heatsink and fan to the module base. 5. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-11 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. 4. Ensure that...
... the heatsink and fan to the module base. 5. Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-11 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. 4. Ensure that...
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...; • - - • • - - • • - - • • 9 - • • 8 - • • 9 - • • - - • • 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • - - • • - - • • - - • • ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-15 DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL Hynix Hynix Hynix Hynix Kingmax F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO...
...; • - - • • - - • • - - • • 9 - • • 8 - • • 9 - • • - - • • 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • - - • • - - • • - - • • ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-15 DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL Hynix Hynix Hynix Hynix Kingmax F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO...
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... force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. DIMM notch ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-17 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it flips out with...
... force a DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in only one direction. Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1. DIMM notch ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-17 The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place 3 and the DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it flips out with...
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... the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-19 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Except when clearing...
... the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-19 Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Except when clearing...
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... Speaker Out Mic In - 6-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 8-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-21 Parallel port. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects a microphone.
... Speaker Out Mic In - 6-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 8-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-21 Parallel port. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port connects a microphone.
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...to use a PSU with more power-consuming devices or when you to hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Speaker out connector 3. The speaker allows you intend to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V ... proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is for details. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-23 This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you are designed to connect the 4-pin ATX ...
...to use a PSU with more power-consuming devices or when you to hear system beeps and warnings. +5V GND GND Speaker Out SPEAKER F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Speaker out connector 3. The speaker allows you intend to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V ... proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is for details. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-23 This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you are designed to connect the 4-pin ATX ...
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... cable to the HDD. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-25 Ground Reset +HDLED RESET F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. • Reset button...
... cable to the HDD. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-25 Ground Reset +HDLED RESET F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. • Reset button...
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...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-27 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports...
...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-27 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports...
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... Exit DATE: 05/07/2012 F1A55MP2.CAP File Info MODEL: F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Help Info VER: 0303 DATE: 05/07/12 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit 2-2 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS... file to enable it. Select Update BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Before you to avail all its features. Always update the utility to...
... Exit DATE: 05/07/2012 F1A55MP2.CAP File Info MODEL: F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Help Info VER: 0303 DATE: 05/07/12 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit 2-2 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS... file to enable it. Select Update BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Before you to avail all its features. Always update the utility to...
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... drive and select the optical drive as shown. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). Welcome to show the BIOS Boot Device... the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Before updating BIOS 1. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single...
... drive and select the optical drive as shown. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). Welcome to show the BIOS Boot Device... the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from Drive C (optical drive) to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Before updating BIOS 1. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single...
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... routines. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. 2-6 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you failed to turn the system off then back on the system...
... routines. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. 2-6 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you failed to turn the system off then back on the system...
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... example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 2-8 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Submenu item...
... example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 2-8 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Submenu item...
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... top of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. 2-10 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series
... top of the BIOS Setup program. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. 2-10 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series
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Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2-12 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Speed: 2400MHz Target DRAM Speed: 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto APU ...
Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2-12 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Speed: 2400MHz Target DRAM Speed: 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Memory Frequency Auto APU ...
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...] [Offset Mode] To offset the voltage by a positive or negative value. The thermal conditions should be longer when [Regular] is defined by a negative value. 2-14 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series
...] [Offset Mode] To offset the voltage by a positive or negative value. The thermal conditions should be longer when [Regular] is defined by a negative value. 2-14 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series