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...-TurboV EVO 4-10 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-10 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-11 4.4.3 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.5 RAID configurations 4-13 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-14 4.5.4 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility 4-14 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-18 4.6.1 Creating a RAID...
...-TurboV EVO 4-10 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-10 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-11 4.4.3 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-12 4.5 RAID configurations 4-13 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-13 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-14 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-14 4.5.4 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility 4-14 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-18 4.6.1 Creating a RAID...
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Contents 5.2.2 5.2.3 5.2.4 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards 5-4 Installing the device drivers 5-5 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-5 vii
Contents 5.2.2 5.2.3 5.2.4 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards 5-4 Installing the device drivers 5-5 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-5 vii
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P7P55D-E Premium specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor 2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports 1 x IDE connector 1 x COM connector 6 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (... switch 1 x Reset switch 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
P7P55D-E Premium specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor 2 x USB connectors support additional 4 USB ports 1 x IDE connector 1 x COM connector 6 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (... switch 1 x Reset switch 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...the table on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Install the software drivers for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card ... injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card 1. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that came with the slot and press firmly until the...
...the table on BIOS setup. 2. When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Install the software drivers for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card ... injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card 1. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that came with the slot and press firmly until the...
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...CMOS key on the back of the TurboV Remote. • When removing TurboV Remote, firmly hold the connector to section 4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine and 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utlity-TurboV EVO for system overclocking without interrupting on /off the computer, adjust EPU modes and system bus speed, ... system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. TurboV Remote allows you to install the TurboV Remote driver from the motherboard support DVD. DO NOT force or the cable will be broken. • Ensure to turn on -going work or games....
...CMOS key on the back of the TurboV Remote. • When removing TurboV Remote, firmly hold the connector to section 4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine and 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utlity-TurboV EVO for system overclocking without interrupting on /off the computer, adjust EPU modes and system bus speed, ... system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. TurboV Remote allows you to install the TurboV Remote driver from the motherboard support DVD. DO NOT force or the cable will be broken. • Ensure to turn on -going work or games....
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... Port5 [Not Detected] SATA Port6 [Not Detected] Some SATA CD/DVD in AHCI mode need to display the submenu. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to configure your storage devices. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 3-13
... Port5 [Not Detected] SATA Port6 [Not Detected] Some SATA CD/DVD in AHCI mode need to display the submenu. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to configure your storage devices. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 3-13
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... [Enabled] Enables Realtek LAN Controller 1/2. [Disabled] Disables Realtek LAN Controller 1/2. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to high-definition ...to legacy AC'97 [HD Audio] Set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to internally optimize the order of commands. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 3-25 Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard 1394 Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] ...
... [Enabled] Enables Realtek LAN Controller 1/2. [Disabled] Disables Realtek LAN Controller 1/2. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to high-definition ...to legacy AC'97 [HD Audio] Set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to internally optimize the order of commands. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 3-25 Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard 1394 Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] ...
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...item to install. Click an item to install Click the Contact tab to create the RAID/AHCI driver disk. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-1 The Make disk menu contains items to display the ASUS contact information. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to use the devices. The Utilities menu shows the ...bit 7 operating systems (OS). Click each menu tab and select the items you can install to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Install the necessary drivers to run the DVD. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your computer,...
...item to install. Click an item to install Click the Contact tab to create the RAID/AHCI driver disk. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-1 The Make disk menu contains items to display the ASUS contact information. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to use the devices. The Utilities menu shows the ...bit 7 operating systems (OS). Click each menu tab and select the items you can install to change at www.asus.com for reference only. Install the necessary drivers to run the DVD. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your computer,...
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...software is correctly installed, you will find the VIA HD Audio Deck icon on the icon to install the VIA® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. Click on the Windows notification area. Follow the installation wizard to... Audio Deck A. 4.3.6 VIA® H��i�g�h��D��e�f�in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Windows® Vista™ / Windows® 7™ Output source select Volume control Minimize button Output jack indicator Fold ...
...software is correctly installed, you will find the VIA HD Audio Deck icon on the icon to install the VIA® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. Click on the Windows notification area. Follow the installation wizard to... Audio Deck A. 4.3.6 VIA® H��i�g�h��D��e�f�in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for Windows® Vista™ / Windows® 7™ Output source select Volume control Minimize button Output jack indicator Fold ...
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... the support DVD to [Enabled] 3. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1. Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST) to run at lower temperatures and extending their lifespan. The temperature of the power phase gradually levels to launch the T.Probe application. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-9 This feature optimizes the power phase functions...
... the support DVD to [Enabled] 3. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1. Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST) to run at lower temperatures and extending their lifespan. The temperature of the power phase gradually levels to launch the T.Probe application. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-9 This feature optimizes the power phase functions...
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...a minimum of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. Refer to section 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk for this setup. Among the advantages of three identical hard disk drives for this setup. Use four new hard disk drives or use.... The new drive must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before using only two identical hard disk drives. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-13 For example, RAID 0 and RAID 1 set can also combine two RAID sets to get all applications to Windows® XP / ...
...a minimum of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. Refer to section 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk for this setup. Among the advantages of three identical hard disk drives for this setup. Use four new hard disk drives or use.... The new drive must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before using only two identical hard disk drives. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-13 For example, RAID 0 and RAID 1 set can also combine two RAID sets to get all applications to Windows® XP / ...
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...disk. 3. Select USB floppy disk drive as the primary boot device. 4. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive. 5. 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. Save changes and exit BIOS. 6. Start Windows®. 2. Chapter 4 4-18 ...appears, press to enter the BIOS setup utility. 3. You have to use either a floppy disk or a USB flash drive with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in Windows®: 1. Go to the ...
...disk. 3. Select USB floppy disk drive as the primary boot device. 4. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive. 5. 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. Save changes and exit BIOS. 6. Start Windows®. 2. Chapter 4 4-18 ...appears, press to enter the BIOS setup utility. 3. You have to use either a floppy disk or a USB flash drive with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in Windows®: 1. Go to the ...
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... xxxxxx USB Floppy, and then select Properties from a floppy disk during Windows® OS installation To install the RAID driver for Windows® Vista or later OS 1. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-19 To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive's Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID)...Insert the floppy disk or USB flash drive with different vendors. Select Device Manager. The name of the USB floppy disk drive varies with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive. 3. During the OS installation, the system prompts you select Intel(R) ICH8R/ICH9R/ICH10R/DO/PCH SATA RAID...
... xxxxxx USB Floppy, and then select Properties from a floppy disk during Windows® OS installation To install the RAID driver for Windows® Vista or later OS 1. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-19 To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive's Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID)...Insert the floppy disk or USB flash drive with different vendors. Select Device Manager. The name of the USB floppy disk drive varies with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive. 3. During the OS installation, the system prompts you select Intel(R) ICH8R/ICH9R/ICH10R/DO/PCH SATA RAID...
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Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to select the program for opening the oem file. 7. Click Details tab. A window appears, allowing you to locate the file txtsetup.oem. 6. Chapter 4 4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Double-click the file. Use Notepad to open the file. The Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed. 5. 4.
Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to select the program for opening the oem file. 7. Click Details tab. A window appears, allowing you to locate the file txtsetup.oem. 6. Chapter 4 4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Double-click the file. Use Notepad to open the file. The Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed. 5. 4.
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... layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 1. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 5-1 Chapter 5 Chapter 5: 5.1 Multiple GPU technology support ATI® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX...graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are for multi-graphics card installation. 3. To uninstall existing graphics card drivers 1. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Turn off your ...
... layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 1. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 5-1 Chapter 5 Chapter 5: 5.1 Multiple GPU technology support ATI® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX...graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are for multi-graphics card installation. 3. To uninstall existing graphics card drivers 1. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Turn off your ...
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... two graphics cards separately. 6. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the AMD website (www.amd.com). 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Download the latest driver from the power supply to the documentation that came with graphics cards) 5. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Align...
... two graphics cards separately. 6. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the AMD website (www.amd.com). 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Download the latest driver from the power supply to the documentation that came with graphics cards) 5. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Align...
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... Control Center To launch the ATI Catalyst Control Center 1. Chapter 5 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the CrossFireX™ feature through the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center in the Windows notification area and select Cayalist Control Center. 2. Right-click on... Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multi-graphics cards. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit 1 the window. 2 3 4 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 5-3
... Control Center To launch the ATI Catalyst Control Center 1. Chapter 5 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the CrossFireX™ feature through the ATI Catalyst™ Control Center in the Windows notification area and select Cayalist Control Center. 2. Right-click on... Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multi-graphics cards. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit 1 the window. 2 3 4 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 5-3
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... that you should have two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are for multi-graphics card installation. 3. If your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com). • Ensure that your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to install...
... that you should have two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are for multi-graphics card installation. 3. If your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com). • Ensure that your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to install...
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... to the goldfingers on the empty space of the Windows® desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 5-5 Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to install the device drivers. SLI bridge Goldfingers 5.2.3 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that your graphics card package to the graphics card. Align and firmly insert the...
... to the goldfingers on the empty space of the Windows® desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 5-5 Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to install the device drivers. SLI bridge Goldfingers 5.2.3 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that your graphics card package to the graphics card. Align and firmly insert the...