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Contents Contents...iii Notices ...viii Safety information...ix About this guide...x P7P55D EVO 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 1-2 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 1-3 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 ...
Contents Contents...iii Notices ...viii Safety information...ix About this guide...x P7P55D EVO 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 1-2 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 1-3 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 ...
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... DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate 4-7 4.3.6 VIA® High Definition Audio utility 4-8 4.3.7 ASUS Drive Xpert 4-9 4.3.8 ASUS T.Probe 4-10 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-11 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-11 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-12 4.4.3 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-13 4.5 RAID configurations 4-14 4.5.1 RAID definitions...
... DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate 4-7 4.3.6 VIA® High Definition Audio utility 4-8 4.3.7 ASUS Drive Xpert 4-9 4.3.8 ASUS T.Probe 4-10 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-11 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-11 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-12 4.4.3 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-13 4.5 RAID configurations 4-14 4.5.1 RAID definitions...
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...-Go) JMicron® JMB322 controller (Drive Xpert Technology) - 2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (dark blue and gray) - DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC - P7P55D EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 / Core...™ i5 Processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P55 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2133(O.C.)* / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz...
...-Go) JMicron® JMB322 controller (Drive Xpert Technology) - 2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (dark blue and gray) - DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC - P7P55D EVO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 / Core...™ i5 Processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P55 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2133(O.C.)* / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz...
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P7P55D EVO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Hybrid Processor - Express Gate ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Crystal Sound - Profile - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - vCPU_PLL: 4-step reference voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - PCI Express frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 500MHz at 0.00625V increment - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS...
P7P55D EVO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Hybrid Processor - Express Gate ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Crystal Sound - Profile - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - vCPU_PLL: 4-step reference voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - PCI Express frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 500MHz at 0.00625V increment - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS...
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... BIOS 3 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 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiv x 9.6 in . P7P55D EVO specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form...
... BIOS 3 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 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiv x 9.6 in . P7P55D EVO specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form...
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... list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P7P55D EVO motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port eSATA module 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for...
... list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P7P55D EVO motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port eSATA module 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for...
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...2-5 for details. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor TurboV EVO The ultimate O.C. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® LGA1156 Lynnfield Processor Ready This motherboard supports the... support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes, providing great graphics performance. P7P55D EVO brings you 've never experienced before! Intel® Lynnfield processor is the latest one of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). record.
...2-5 for details. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor TurboV EVO The ultimate O.C. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® LGA1156 Lynnfield Processor Ready This motherboard supports the... support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes, providing great graphics performance. P7P55D EVO brings you 've never experienced before! Intel® Lynnfield processor is the latest one of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). record.
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... Gate is able to effectively enhance the overclocking capability. The technology is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with loud background sound. ASUS P7P55D EVO 1-3 Refer to page 3-35 and 4-7 for details. 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Drive Xpert Without BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for Memory controller inside CPU can provide the...
... Gate is able to effectively enhance the overclocking capability. The technology is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with loud background sound. ASUS P7P55D EVO 1-3 Refer to page 3-35 and 4-7 for details. 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Drive Xpert Without BIOS setups, the ASUS exclusive Drive Xpert is ideal for Memory controller inside CPU can provide the...
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Chapter 2 ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
Chapter 2 ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
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ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1156 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 / ... cost of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS P7P55D EVO Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP...
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1156 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 / ... cost of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS P7P55D EVO Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP...
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... the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. The Thermal Interface Material is spread in contact with pre-applied thermal paste. ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-7 DO NOT eat it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. B A C 8. Chapter 2 6. Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the heatsink will be in an even...
... the exposed area of the load plate slides under the retention tab. The Thermal Interface Material is spread in contact with pre-applied thermal paste. ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-7 DO NOT eat it off immediately, and seek professional medical help. 7. B A C 8. Chapter 2 6. Some heatsinks come with , ensuring that the heatsink will be in an even...
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... cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Chapter 2 DO NOT forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. A B A A B B A 4. B 3. ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-9 3.
... cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Chapter 2 DO NOT forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. A B A A B B A 4. B 3. ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-9 3.
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... sizes in BIOS. • Always install DIMMs with a 2.66G CPU, enable the DRAM O.C. Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-11 The system maps the total size of the following: - Chapter 2 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non‑...
... sizes in BIOS. • Always install DIMMs with a 2.66G CPU, enable the DRAM O.C. Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-11 The system maps the total size of the following: - Chapter 2 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non‑...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor CORSAIR...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor CORSAIR...
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Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.... SS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJ 2048MB DS Asint DDRIII1208-DJ Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJE 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E ASUS N/A 1024MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-1G 1024MB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP) 3072MB...8226;• • •• •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-13
Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.... SS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJ 2048MB DS Asint DDRIII1208-DJ Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJE 2048MB DS ELPIDA J1108BASE-DJ-E ASUS N/A 1024MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-1G 1024MB SS N/A Heat-Sink Package BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP) 3072MB...8226;• • •• •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-13
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Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) ...
Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) ...
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...(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1600-7-7-7-20) 1.65 • • • PQI MFADR401PA0102(XMP) 2048MB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G08460 1066-8-8-8-20 ••• ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-15 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No.
...(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1600-7-7-7-20) 1.65 • • • PQI MFADR401PA0102(XMP) 2048MB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G08460 1066-8-8-8-20 ••• ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-15 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No.
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...; • • Heat-Sink Package 1.9 • • • Heat-Sink Package 1.9 • • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Heat-Sink Package Timing Dimm(Bios) ...1.9 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • • • • • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1625MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Vendor KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON Part No. KHX13000D3LLK2/2GN(EPP) KHX13000D3LLK2/2GX...
...; • • Heat-Sink Package 1.9 • • • Heat-Sink Package 1.9 • • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Heat-Sink Package Timing Dimm(Bios) ...1.9 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • • • • • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1625MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Vendor KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON Part No. KHX13000D3LLK2/2GN(EPP) KHX13000D3LLK2/2GX...
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... 9-8-8(1066-8-7-7-20) 1.8 • • Gingle 9CAASS37AZZ01D1 2GB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 • • • ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-17 N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-...8226; 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) • •• 8-8-8-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.9 • 8-8-8-24(1866-8-8-8-24) 1.9 • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support...
... 9-8-8(1066-8-7-7-20) 1.8 • • Gingle 9CAASS37AZZ01D1 2GB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 • • • ASUS P7P55D EVO 2-17 N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-Sink Package N/A Heat-...8226; 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) • •• 8-8-8-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.9 • 8-8-8-24(1866-8-8-8-24) 1.9 • • P7P55D EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support...