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...EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN...request to: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. to infringe. Product warranty or service will be extended if: (1) the product is defaced or missing. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND ...
...EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN...request to: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. to infringe. Product warranty or service will be extended if: (1) the product is defaced or missing. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND ...
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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vi F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary viii Package contents...x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Hybrid DIGI+ VRM 1-1 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-4 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.3.4 Layout ... 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 iii
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vi F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary viii Package contents...x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Hybrid DIGI+ VRM 1-1 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-4 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.3.4 Layout ... 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 iii
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...system memory if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB AMD® A- & E2- resolution up to 4 CPU cores, ...ECC DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz memory modules * The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Integrated AMD® Radeon™ HD 6000 series ...
...system memory if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB AMD® A- & E2- resolution up to 4 CPU cores, ...ECC DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz memory modules * The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a Windows® 32-bit operating system. Integrated AMD® Radeon™ HD 6000 series ...
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F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary ASUS unique features Special features Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Support DVD Form factor EPU AI Suite II Anti-Surge ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring user-friendly graphics interface ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Network iControl ASUS MyLogo 2 Hybrid DIGI+ VRM 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors...
F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary ASUS unique features Special features Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Support DVD Form factor EPU AI Suite II Anti-Surge ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring user-friendly graphics interface ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Network iControl ASUS MyLogo 2 Hybrid DIGI+ VRM 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. KBMS 18.5cm(7.3in) ATX12V EPU CPU_FAN COM1 SOCKET FM1 ... R2.0 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power AAFP PCI1 USBPW5-8 CLRTC USB78 SB_PWR USB56 64Mb BIOS AMD® A55 SATA3G_2 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_1 ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series motherboard User Manual 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, ...
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. KBMS 18.5cm(7.3in) ATX12V EPU CPU_FAN COM1 SOCKET FM1 ... R2.0 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power AAFP PCI1 USBPW5-8 CLRTC USB78 SB_PWR USB56 64Mb BIOS AMD® A55 SATA3G_2 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_1 ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series motherboard User Manual 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, ...
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...drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. 1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you physical injury and damage...read the documentation that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card that they support. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between...
...drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. 1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you physical injury and damage...read the documentation that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card that they support. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between...
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...rating of 300W power rating. 2. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is inadequate. • If you use a PSU with a minimum of 300W. ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 1-23 Otherwise, the system will not boot up. • We recommend that you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for an...The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • DO NOT forget to use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at...
...rating of 300W power rating. 2. Speaker connector (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is inadequate. • If you use a PSU with a minimum of 300W. ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 1-23 Otherwise, the system will not boot up. • We recommend that you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for an...The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • DO NOT forget to use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at...
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Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 1-27 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the ...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed. 7.
Doing so will damage the motherboard! ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 1-27 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the ...+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed. 7.
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... 2-9 To display the submenu, select the item and press or double-click the item. Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that the item has a submenu. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the...
... 2-9 To display the submenu, select the item and press or double-click the item. Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that the item has a submenu. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for the...
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...: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Use the and keys to Extreme and Manual Adjustment. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 2-14 ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High... Phase Control [Standard] Allows you to become unstable! Changing the values in this menu allow you to control the power phase based on your CPU specification.
...: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Use the and keys to Extreme and Manual Adjustment. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 2-14 ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High... Phase Control [Standard] Allows you to become unstable! Changing the values in this menu allow you to control the power phase based on your CPU specification.
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... interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Conforms to the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive EN 55022:2010 EN 61000-3-2:2006+A2:2009 EN 55013:2001+... 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Motherboard Model name : F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 conform with part 15 of the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart C, Intentional...
... interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Conforms to the following directives: 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive EN 55022:2010 EN 61000-3-2:2006+A2:2009 EN 55013:2001+... 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Motherboard Model name : F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 conform with part 15 of the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart C, Intentional...
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... following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with the essential requirements of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. A-5 F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer...
... following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with the essential requirements of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C. A-5 F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer...