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... permitted by sending a request to this product. E7838 First Edition October 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS...law. Copies of these licenses are used only for backup purposes, without any problems in writing by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which you give us a notification to Provide Source Code of ASUSTeK COMPUTER...
... permitted by sending a request to this product. E7838 First Edition October 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS...law. Copies of these licenses are used only for backup purposes, without any problems in writing by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which you give us a notification to Provide Source Code of ASUSTeK COMPUTER...
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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii F2A55-M LK2 Series specifications summary ix Package contents...xi Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM 1-2 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 contents ...17 1.7 Jumpers...1-19 1.8 Connectors 1-21 1.8.1 Rear panel ports 1-21 1.8.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.9 Software support 1-28 1.9.1 Installing an operating system 1-28...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii F2A55-M LK2 Series specifications summary ix Package contents...xi Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM 1-2 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 contents ...17 1.7 Jumpers...1-19 1.8 Connectors 1-21 1.8.1 Rear panel ports 1-21 1.8.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.9 Software support 1-28 1.9.1 Installing an operating system 1-28...
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... How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers... by your dealer. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to ...
... How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers... by your dealer. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to ...
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... HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). • When you are available in the A-Series APU Supports DVI-D and D-Sub ports Supports DVI with max. resolution 2560x1600@60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. F2A55-M LK2 Series specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage...
... HD audio module in the front panel to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). • When you are available in the A-Series APU Supports DVI-D and D-Sub ports Supports DVI with max. resolution 2560x1600@60Hz Supports D-Sub with max. F2A55-M LK2 Series specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage...
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... Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Support DVD Form factor ASUS DIGI+ VRM ASUS 3+2 Phase Power Design Network iControl ASUS EPU ASUS AI Suite II ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 100% All high quality conductive polymer (F2A55-M LK2 PLUS only) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 keyboard...
... Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Support DVD Form factor ASUS DIGI+ VRM ASUS 3+2 Phase Power Design Network iControl ASUS EPU ASUS AI Suite II ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 100% All high quality conductive polymer (F2A55-M LK2 PLUS only) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 keyboard...
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... Lithium Cell CMOS Power ALC887 Super I/O PCI1 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUTCOM1USBPW5-8 USB78 AAFP AMD® A55 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SPEAKER CLRTC USB56 32Mb BIOS SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 F_PANEL ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • F2A55-M LK2 Series motherboards include F2A55-M LK2 PLUS and F2A55-M LK2 models. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
... Lithium Cell CMOS Power ALC887 Super I/O PCI1 SB_PWR SPDIF_OUTCOM1USBPW5-8 USB78 AAFP AMD® A55 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SPEAKER CLRTC USB56 32Mb BIOS SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 F_PANEL ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • F2A55-M LK2 Series motherboards include F2A55-M LK2 PLUS and F2A55-M LK2 models. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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.... ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights AMD® A-series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A-series accelerated processor with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (F2A55-M LK2 PLUS only...
.... ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights AMD® A-series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 7000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A-series accelerated processor with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors (F2A55-M LK2 PLUS only...
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... the component's lifespan. It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. Engineered and tested to assure unmitigated performance, ASUS A55 boards with DIGI+ VRM remain efficient and accurate, for reliable application ...-only BIOS controls, providing you with more convenient online experience. * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical...
... the component's lifespan. It offers you with dual selectable modes and native support for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. Engineered and tested to assure unmitigated performance, ASUS A55 boards with DIGI+ VRM remain efficient and accurate, for reliable application ...-only BIOS controls, providing you with more convenient online experience. * The ASUS Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical...
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...more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • 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 ...(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3K4/16GX(XMP) 16GB(4GB x 4) DS - Chip NO. Check with the same CAS latency. F2A55-M LK2 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying...
...more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • 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 ...(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3K4/16GX(XMP) 16GB(4GB x 4) DS - Chip NO. Check with the same CAS latency. F2A55-M LK2 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying...
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DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-DATA AD3U1333C2G9 2GB SS A-DATA 3CCD-1509HNA1126L - - • • A-DATA AM2U139C2P1 2GB SS ADATA 3CCD-1509A EL1127T - - • • A-DATA AX3U1333C2G9-BP ...
DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-DATA AD3U1333C2G9 2GB SS A-DATA 3CCD-1509HNA1126L - - • • A-DATA AM2U139C2P1 2GB SS ADATA 3CCD-1509A EL1127T - - • • A-DATA AX3U1333C2G9-BP ...
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... module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports two modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of Dualchannel memory configuration. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-15 Timing Voltage Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F 2GB DS KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7...
... module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports two modules inserted into both the blue slots as one pair of Dualchannel memory configuration. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-15 Timing Voltage Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F 2GB DS KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7...
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...the slot. 5. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card that you intend to install expansion cards. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting ...card: 1. Secure the card to the card. 3. ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-17 See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Keep the screw for the expansion card. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards...
...the slot. 5. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that complies with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card that you intend to install expansion cards. Assign an IRQ to the chassis with it by adjusting ...card: 1. Secure the card to the card. 3. ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-17 See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Keep the screw for the expansion card. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards...
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LAN (RJ-45) port. This port connects to a microphone. Refer to support an 8-channel audio output. Line In port (light blue). ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-21 Line Out port (lime). This port is for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. Microphone port (pink). In the 4, 6, and 8-...
LAN (RJ-45) port. This port connects to a microphone. Refer to support an 8-channel audio output. Line In port (light blue). ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-21 Line Out port (lime). This port is for the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 5. Microphone port (pink). In the 4, 6, and 8-...
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...) ports are for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND F2A55-M LK2 PLUS CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I. 10. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple...connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, and 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground...
...) ports are for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 9. CPU_FAN CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND F2A55-M LK2 PLUS CHA_FAN Rotation +12V GND F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to CRT and isn't compatible with DVI-I. 10. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple...connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, and 3-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors. • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of the connector. DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground...
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... you use a PSU with a minimum of 300W. The plugs from the power supply are for an ATX power supply. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC F2A55-M LK2 PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND PIN 1 +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts... GND -12 Volts +3 Volts F2A55-M LK2 PLUS ATX power connectors • We recommend that you 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 http://support.asus. This PSU type has 24-pin...
... you use a PSU with a minimum of 300W. The plugs from the power supply are for an ATX power supply. ATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC F2A55-M LK2 PLUS GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND PIN 1 +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts... GND -12 Volts +3 Volts F2A55-M LK2 PLUS ATX power connectors • We recommend that you 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 http://support.asus. This PSU type has 24-pin...
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...-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to the HDD. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. SPEAKER F2A55-M LK2 PLUS PIN 1 F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Speaker Out Connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-25 The system power...
...-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to the HDD. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRBTN) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. SPEAKER F2A55-M LK2 PLUS PIN 1 F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Speaker Out Connector +5V GND GND Speaker Out ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-25 The system power...
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...Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L F2A55-M LK2 PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. See section 2.5.5 Onboard ...SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND F2A55-M LK2 PLUS SPDIF_OUT F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for details. • The front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD].
...Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L F2A55-M LK2 PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. See section 2.5.5 Onboard ...SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND F2A55-M LK2 PLUS SPDIF_OUT F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for details. • The front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD].
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... will damage the motherboard! COM1 CTS DSR DTR RXD RI PIN 1 RTS GND TXD DCD F2A55-M LK2 PLUS F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 9. ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-27 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin...
... will damage the motherboard! COM1 CTS DSR DTR RXD RI PIN 1 RTS GND TXD DCD F2A55-M LK2 PLUS F2A55-M LK2 PLUS Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 9. ASUS F2A55-M LK2 Series 1-27 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin...
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... install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. The contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for reference only. 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 Operating Systems (OS...
... install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. The contents of the Support DVD to change at www.asus.com for reference only. 1.9 Software support 1.9.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP / Vista / Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 Operating Systems (OS...
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... BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. The Specials menu appears. 2. The... > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. From the list, select either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to restore the BIOS in the support DVD...
... BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, and then click ASUS Update from the popup menu. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. The Specials menu appears. 2. The... > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the AI Suite II utility. From the list, select either of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to restore the BIOS in the support DVD...