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......viii Safety information...ix About this guide...x P7P55D Deluxe specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw...
......viii Safety information...ix About this guide...x P7P55D Deluxe specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw...
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...cables for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This product has been designed to the graphics card is no guarantee that the ... with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of electronic products. Check local regulations for help. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. Operation is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for disposal of Chemicals) regulatory...
...cables for a Class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This product has been designed to the graphics card is no guarantee that the ... with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of electronic products. Check local regulations for help. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. Operation is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for disposal of Chemicals) regulatory...
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...40°C (104°F). • Place the product on it to the correct voltage in your motherboard) and is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. This motherboard should only be included in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the ...staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not damaged. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system...
...40°C (104°F). • Place the product on it to the correct voltage in your motherboard) and is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. This motherboard should only be included in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the ...staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are not damaged. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system...
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How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. Refer to...
How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. Refer to...
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... features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 1-1 Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P7P55D Deluxe motherboard! Before you for reference only. Chapter 1: Chapter 1 1.1 Welcome! Product...
... features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 1-1 Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P7P55D Deluxe motherboard! Before you for reference only. Chapter 1: Chapter 1 1.1 Welcome! Product...
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... ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packagings to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. P7P55D Deluxe ...Flexible Multi-GPU solutions, Your Weapon of either SLI™ or CrossFireX™. PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Double Bandwidth This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for details. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth...
... ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packagings to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. P7P55D Deluxe ...Flexible Multi-GPU solutions, Your Weapon of either SLI™ or CrossFireX™. PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Double Bandwidth This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for details. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth...
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... Design Unprecedented Innovation with the Best Quality Component for Best Performance The groundbreaking 16+3 phase VRM design is brought to the ASUS motherboards. 16+3 phase power design, 16-phase for vCore and extra 3-phase for Memory controller inside CPU can achieve extreme yet...interrupting ongoing work and games. while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to page 2-34 and 4-12 for details. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 1-3 Refer to achieve world O.C. Instant Fun! Processor The ultimate O.C. Refer to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows®...
... Design Unprecedented Innovation with the Best Quality Component for Best Performance The groundbreaking 16+3 phase VRM design is brought to the ASUS motherboards. 16+3 phase power design, 16-phase for vCore and extra 3-phase for Memory controller inside CPU can achieve extreme yet...interrupting ongoing work and games. while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to page 2-34 and 4-12 for details. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 1-3 Refer to achieve world O.C. Instant Fun! Processor The ultimate O.C. Refer to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows®...
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... page 2-25 for details. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. Refer to secure data on this motherboard is the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking-helping save power and money. MemOK! With auto phase switching for effective...more . The Heat Pipe design is that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. ASUS EPU System Level Energy Saving The new ASUS EPU-the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new 6 engine version, which includes the CPU, ...
... page 2-25 for details. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. Refer to secure data on this motherboard is the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking-helping save power and money. MemOK! With auto phase switching for effective...more . The Heat Pipe design is that the groundbreaking fanless design does not have lifetime problems as a chipset fan does. ASUS EPU System Level Energy Saving The new ASUS EPU-the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new 6 engine version, which includes the CPU, ...
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..., and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialogue even with ease. ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to install computer ...ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it ideally protects your DIY experience. DTS DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups-your favorite settings. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe...
..., and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialogue even with ease. ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to install computer ...ASUS Crystal Sound This feature can enhance speech-centric applications like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it ideally protects your DIY experience. DTS DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups-your favorite settings. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe...
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... you configure your choice from a USB flash drive before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Refer to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Refer to page 2-41 for details. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you ...only in one complete module. You can be stored in one easy step with one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom...
... you configure your choice from a USB flash drive before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Refer to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Refer to page 2-41 for details. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you ...only in one complete module. You can be stored in one easy step with one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom...
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ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 2.1 Before you proceed Hardware information Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a ... on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 2.1 Before you proceed Hardware information Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a ... on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. 2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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... installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5 Locate the CPU socket on the LGA1156 socket. • The product warranty does...
... installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the motherboard. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5 Locate the CPU socket on the LGA1156 socket. • The product warranty does...
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Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA1156 heatsink and fan ... and dimension. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. A B A A B 1 B A 1 Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. 2.
Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA1156 heatsink and fan ... and dimension. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. A B A A B 1 B A 1 Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. 2.
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A B A A B B A 4. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 2-9 Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a B diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly...
A B A A B B A 4. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 2-9 Connect the CPU fan cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a B diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly...
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... operation): Four DIMMs (dual-channel operation): 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
... operation): Four DIMMs (dual-channel operation): 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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...(Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • Due ... and Channel B. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 2-11 Chapter 2 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support ...
...(Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • Due ... and Channel B. ASUS P7P55D Deluxe 2-11 Chapter 2 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support ...
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... N2CB1G80AN-BE 7 • • • WINTEC 3DU3191A-10 1GB DS Qimonda IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F 7 • • • P7P55D Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Chapter 2 P7P55D Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No.
... N2CB1G80AN-BE 7 • • • WINTEC 3DU3191A-10 1GB DS Qimonda IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F 7 • • • P7P55D Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Chapter 2 P7P55D Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No.