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...negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be changed or modified at any time, Foxconn does not obligate itself to use motherboard better, and tells you purchased this product. By ensuring this product may not be treated as household waste..., please visit Foxconn's website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com © All rights reserved. Although the information in this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you how to the physical motherboard for P55MX Series motherboard. Trademark: All...
...negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be changed or modified at any time, Foxconn does not obligate itself to use motherboard better, and tells you purchased this product. By ensuring this product may not be treated as household waste..., please visit Foxconn's website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com © All rights reserved. Although the information in this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you how to the physical motherboard for P55MX Series motherboard. Trademark: All...
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declares that the product Motherboard P55MX is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) ■ EN 55022: 1998/...
declares that the product Motherboard P55MX is in conformity with (reference to the specification under which conformity is declared in accordance with 89/336 EEC-EMC Directive) ■ EN 55022: 1998/...
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...-8838 Equipment Classification: Type of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN P55MX PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Supplementary Information: This device complies with FCC standards. Declaration of Product: Manufacturer: Address: FCC Class B Subassembly Motherboard HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI...
...-8838 Equipment Classification: Type of conformity Trade Name: Model Name: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: FOXCONN P55MX PCE Industry Inc. 458 E. Supplementary Information: This device complies with FCC standards. Declaration of Product: Manufacturer: Address: FCC Class B Subassembly Motherboard HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY COMPANY LTD 66 , CHUNG SHAN RD., TU-CHENG INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, TAIPEI...
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...supply is turned off before installing or removing CPU, memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. Incorrect connections might damage the motherboard. ■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. ■ If there is any installation steps or have a problem related...the following procedures to install your CPU is suggested to select high-quality, certified fans in order to avoid damage to the motherboard and CPU due to high temperature. It is the sudden and momentary electric current that your system can operate normally when your ...
...supply is turned off before installing or removing CPU, memory, expansion cards or other peripherals. Incorrect connections might damage the motherboard. ■ When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. ■ If there is any installation steps or have a problem related...the following procedures to install your CPU is suggested to select high-quality, certified fans in order to avoid damage to the motherboard and CPU due to high temperature. It is the sudden and momentary electric current that your system can operate normally when your ...
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This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, P55MX enables you to maximize computing power, providing only what you for break-through performance. Thank you need for buying Foxconn P55MX Series motherboard. Foxconn products are engineered to unleash more power from your computer.
This chapter includes the following information: ■ Product Specifications ■ Layout ■ Back Panel Connectors With advanced overclocking capability and a range of connectivity features for today multi-media computing requirements, P55MX enables you to maximize computing power, providing only what you for break-through performance. Thank you need for buying Foxconn P55MX Series motherboard. Foxconn products are engineered to unleash more power from your computer.
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... Connector 2. Front Audio Connector 7. Floppy Connector 18. SYS_FAN1 Header 3. Front USB Connectors 11. COM2 Connector 22. CPU_FAN Header 23. LGA1156 CPU Socket Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for detail. IrDA Connector 19. PCI Express x16 Slot 4. PCI Express x4 Slot 5.
... Connector 2. Front Audio Connector 7. Floppy Connector 18. SYS_FAN1 Header 3. Front USB Connectors 11. COM2 Connector 22. CPU_FAN Header 23. LGA1156 CPU Socket Note : The above motherboard layout is for reference only, please refer to the physical motherboard for detail. IrDA Connector 19. PCI Express x16 Slot 4. PCI Express x4 Slot 5.
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... ■ Install an Expansion Card ■ Install other Internal Connectors ■ Jumpers Please visit the following website for more supporting information about your motherboard. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to any installation and read the contents in this chapter carefully. CPU Support List: http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx Memory...
... ■ Install an Expansion Card ■ Install other Internal Connectors ■ Jumpers Please visit the following website for more supporting information about your motherboard. Please refer to the motherboard layout prior to any installation and read the contents in this chapter carefully. CPU Support List: http://www.foxconnsupport.com/cpusupportlist.aspx Memory...
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It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is optimized for HT Technology ■ A BIOS that supports HT Technology and ... the CPU specifications. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it enabled Install the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the surface of the CPU. ■ Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the...
It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. ■ Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is optimized for HT Technology ■ A BIOS that supports HT Technology and ... the CPU specifications. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it enabled Install the CPU Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the surface of the CPU. ■ Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the...
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... bolts of the CPU cooler to the holes of CPU. 2. Install the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to the CPU FAN header on the motherboard . 3 2 1 Release bolts of CPU cooler from the top, and the bolts will be fixed as depicted in the picture. 4. Apply and ...spread an even thermal grease on the surface of the motherboard, push them straight down from motherboard : 1.Turning the push pin (bolt) along with the direction of the motherboard, the push pin should be fastened on the motherboard. 2 1. Attach the 4-wire CPU cooler connector to correctly install the CPU...
... bolts of the CPU cooler to the holes of CPU. 2. Install the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to the CPU FAN header on the motherboard . 3 2 1 Release bolts of CPU cooler from the top, and the bolts will be fixed as depicted in the picture. 4. Apply and ...spread an even thermal grease on the surface of the motherboard, push them straight down from motherboard : 1.Turning the push pin (bolt) along with the direction of the motherboard, the push pin should be fastened on the motherboard. 2 1. Attach the 4-wire CPU cooler connector to correctly install the CPU...
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... the Memory ! Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. ■ Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in only one direction... the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you are : Single Channel DIMM1 DS/SS DIMM2 - It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory.
... the Memory ! Read the following guidelines before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage. ■ Memory modules have a foolproof design. Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides two DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology. When memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in only one direction... the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you are : Single Channel DIMM1 DS/SS DIMM2 - It is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory.
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..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Place the memory module onto the socket, then put your memory modules into place when the memory module is securely inserted. 11 11 Be sure...
..., make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Place the memory module onto the socket, then put your memory modules into place when the memory module is securely inserted. 11 11 Be sure...
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2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Installing and Removing a ...
2 CAUTION 2-3 Install an Expansion Card ! ■ Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before installing an expansion card to prevent hardware damage. Installing and Removing a ...
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... to PWR2 and provides power to the picture. We recommend you using a 20-pin power supply, you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Pin # Definition Pin # Definition 1 3.3V 13 3.3V 2 3.3V 14 -12V 3 GND 15 GND 4 +5V 16 PS_ON(Soft On/Off) 5 GND 17 GND...! Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are using a 24-pin power supply. 2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. In order not to damage any device, make sure it is the ATX power supply connector. If you need to...
... to PWR2 and provides power to the picture. We recommend you using a 20-pin power supply, you are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Pin # Definition Pin # Definition 1 3.3V 13 3.3V 2 3.3V 14 -12V 3 GND 15 GND 4 +5V 16 PS_ON(Soft On/Off) 5 GND 17 GND...! Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are using a 24-pin power supply. 2 2-4 Install other Internal Connectors Power Connectors This motherboard uses an ATX power supply. In order not to damage any device, make sure it is the ATX power supply connector. If you need to...
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... interface allows up to connect with them, user can quickly expand another eight USB ports on its motherboard. S/PDIF OUT Connector : SPDIF_OUT The connector is used for S/PDIF output. Floppy Disk Drive Connectors : FLOPPY This motherboard includes a standard floppy disk drive(FDD) connector, supporting 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB FDDs. D+ D+ GND...
... interface allows up to connect with them, user can quickly expand another eight USB ports on its motherboard. S/PDIF OUT Connector : SPDIF_OUT The connector is used for S/PDIF output. Floppy Disk Drive Connectors : FLOPPY This motherboard includes a standard floppy disk drive(FDD) connector, supporting 360KB, 720KB, 1.2MB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB FDDs. D+ D+ GND...
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...hard disks. sign. When the system gets into sleep mode (S1) , the LED is directional with +/- 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for legacy compatibility. Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED) Connect to make transactions and communication more trustworthy. sign. TPM Connector : ...LAD0 NC_1 NC_2 GND LPCPDn 19 20 TPM GND EMPTY NC_3 LAD2 LAD1 GND NC_4 SERIRQ CLKRUNin NC_5 COM Connector : COM2 This motherboard supports one serial RS232 COM port for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. the system will restart when the switch...
...hard disks. sign. When the system gets into sleep mode (S1) , the LED is directional with +/- 2 Front Panel Connector : FP1 This motherboard includes one connector for legacy compatibility. Hard Disk LED Connector (HDD-LED) Connect to make transactions and communication more trustworthy. sign. TPM Connector : ...LAD0 NC_1 NC_2 GND LPCPDn 19 20 TPM GND EMPTY NC_3 LAD2 LAD1 GND NC_4 SERIRQ CLKRUNin NC_5 COM Connector : COM2 This motherboard supports one serial RS232 COM port for connecting the front panel switch and LED Indicators. the system will restart when the switch...
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Fan Connectors : CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN1/2 There are three main fan headers on this motherboard. The fan speed can be controlled and monitored in "PC Health Status" section of the chassis. These fans can be automatically turned off after the system enters 3, S4 and S5 sleeping states. 1 GND POWER SENSE CONTROL CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2 SPKJ 1 EMPTY 2 NC 3 SPKJ 4 SPEAKER 16 16 2 Speaker Connector : SPEAKER The speaker connector is used to connect speaker of the BIOS Setup.
Fan Connectors : CPU_FAN, SYS_FAN1/2 There are three main fan headers on this motherboard. The fan speed can be controlled and monitored in "PC Health Status" section of the chassis. These fans can be automatically turned off after the system enters 3, S4 and S5 sleeping states. 1 GND POWER SENSE CONTROL CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/2 SPKJ 1 EMPTY 2 NC 3 SPKJ 4 SPEAKER 16 16 2 Speaker Connector : SPEAKER The speaker connector is used to connect speaker of the BIOS Setup.
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... seconds, but using jumper cap is simply labeled as "1". 2. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to store the basic hardware information (such as described in next chapter. 1 Clear 2 3 Normal 1 (Default) 2 3 CLR_CMOS ... CMOS while the system is the fast way to go back to short them. The following content carefully prior to modifying any jumper on this motherboard by the bold silkscreen next to clear CMOS data are : 1. Jumper 1 Diagram 1 1 Definition 1-2 2-3 Description Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 ...
... seconds, but using jumper cap is simply labeled as "1". 2. Return the setting to its original with pins 2-3 closed Clear CMOS Jumper: CLR_CMOS The motherboard uses CMOS RAM to store the basic hardware information (such as described in next chapter. 1 Clear 2 3 Normal 1 (Default) 2 3 CLR_CMOS ... CMOS while the system is the fast way to go back to short them. The following content carefully prior to modifying any jumper on this motherboard by the bold silkscreen next to clear CMOS data are : 1. Jumper 1 Diagram 1 1 Definition 1-2 2-3 Description Set Pin 1 and Pin 2 ...
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.... 1 Enable 2 (Default) 3 1 Disable 2 3 MFG ! ■ Before flashing BIOS ROM, you can enable the Intel® Management Engine function. 2 CAUTION Intel® ME Jumper: MFG This motherboard uses MFG jumper to improve management of corporate assets.
.... 1 Enable 2 (Default) 3 1 Disable 2 3 MFG ! ■ Before flashing BIOS ROM, you can enable the Intel® Management Engine function. 2 CAUTION Intel® ME Jumper: MFG This motherboard uses MFG jumper to improve management of corporate assets.
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... tRCD (RAS-to-CAS Delay) This item allows you to [Manual]. ► DRAM tCL The number of the target clock frequency. The value that the motherboard memory controller (chipset) can better access the memory device. Copyright (C) 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. Select [Manual] to set the parameters by SPD [Auto] Adjust...
... tRCD (RAS-to-CAS Delay) This item allows you to [Manual]. ► DRAM tCL The number of the target clock frequency. The value that the motherboard memory controller (chipset) can better access the memory device. Copyright (C) 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. Select [Manual] to set the parameters by SPD [Auto] Adjust...