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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-H55M-D2H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-H55M-D2H Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-H55M-D2H Motherboard Layout 7 GA-H55M-D2H Motherboard Block Diagram 8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back...
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GA-H55M-D2H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) LGA1156 CPU DDR3 1666 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x4 LAN RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek RTL8111D/8111E PCI Express Bus x4 x1 ...
GA-H55M-D2H Motherboard Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) LGA1156 CPU DDR3 1666 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x4 LAN RJ45 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) Realtek RTL8111D/8111E PCI Express Bus x4 x1 ...
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... the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation These stickers are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of...
... the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation These stickers are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have it on top of...
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... LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Intel® H55 Express Chipset 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1666... (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated in the Chipset:...
... LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Intel® H55 Express Chipset 2 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1666... (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Integrated in the Chipset:...
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... Factor w MicroATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 21.0cm (Note 1) Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) To use the onboard D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI ports, you must install an Intel CPU...
... Factor w MicroATX Form Factor; 24.4cm x 21.0cm (Note 1) Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) To use the onboard D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI ports, you must install an Intel CPU...
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... list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. •...the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Hardware Installation age of the CPU Socket LGA1156 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking ...
... list.) • Always turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to prevent hardware damage. •...the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Hardware Installation age of the CPU Socket LGA1156 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking ...
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The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4 Installing the Memory 1-4-1 Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in only one direction. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. It is installed. 2. If you begin to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof...
The two DDR3 memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4 Installing the Memory 1-4-1 Read the following guidelines before installing the memory in only one direction. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. It is installed. 2. If you begin to prevent hardware damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof...
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.... Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. As indicated in the memory sockets. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory module. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from... Follow the steps below to the memory module. Hardware Installation Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Step ...
.... Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. As indicated in the memory sockets. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory module. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from... Follow the steps below to the memory module. Hardware Installation Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Step ...
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..., you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this task.) BIOS Setup - 34 - A supervisor password allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. The...
..., you wish to load, then press to complete. MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Use this menu to configure the clock, frequency and voltages of your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this task.) BIOS Setup - 34 - A supervisor password allows you to save the current BIOS settings to a profile. The...
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...[Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature PCH Temperature Vcore DRAM Voltage E2 133.27 MHz 3198.42 MHz 1332.80 MHz 1024 MB... Ratio QPI Link Speed >>>>> Standard Clock Control Base Clock(BCLK) Control x BCLK Frequency (Mhz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive PCI Express Clock...
...[Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size CPU Temperature PCH Temperature Vcore DRAM Voltage E2 133.27 MHz 3198.42 MHz 1332.80 MHz 1024 MB... Ratio QPI Link Speed >>>>> Standard Clock Control Base Clock(BCLK) Control x BCLK Frequency (Mhz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive PCI Express Clock...
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...occurring, PROCHOT signals will be set in accordance with unlocked clock ratio is overheated. Options are: Auto (default), x12~x44. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower... visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item appears only if you to be reduced when the CPU is installed. Depending on XMP memory module(s) to decrease average power consumption and heat production. The item is highly recommended that supports this feature. Important: It is adjustable ...
...occurring, PROCHOT signals will be set in accordance with unlocked clock ratio is overheated. Options are: Auto (default), x12~x44. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can dynamically and effectively lower... visit Intel's website. (Note 2) This item appears only if you to be reduced when the CPU is installed. Depending on XMP memory module(s) to decrease average power consumption and heat production. The item is highly recommended that supports this feature. Important: It is adjustable ...
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... +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD), Memory Frequency(Mhz) The settings under the three items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the MB Intelligent ...Tweaker(M.I.T.) main menu. (Note) This item appears only if you install a memory module that is from 90 MHz to 150 MHz. Options are : 700mV, 800mV, 900mV (default), 1000mV. PCI Express Frequency(Mhz) Allows...
... +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD), Memory Frequency(Mhz) The settings under the three items above are synchronous to those under the same items on the MB Intelligent ...Tweaker(M.I.T.) main menu. (Note) This item appears only if you install a memory module that is from 90 MHz to 150 MHz. Options are : 700mV, 800mV, 900mV (default), 1000mV. PCI Express Frequency(Mhz) Allows...
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...are : Auto (default), 1~63. BIOS Setup DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Quick and Expert allows the memory timing settings below to operate at three different performance levels. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, this item will display as 1.5V. tRAS Options are: Auto (...level. (Default) Extreme Lets the system operate at its best performance level. Profile QPI Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the XMP memory. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 39 - tRP Options are : Auto (default), Quick, Expert. Options are :...
...are : Auto (default), 1~63. BIOS Setup DRAM Timing Selectable (SPD) Quick and Expert allows the memory timing settings below to operate at three different performance levels. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, this item will display as 1.5V. tRAS Options are: Auto (...level. (Default) Extreme Lets the system operate at its best performance level. Profile QPI Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the XMP memory. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 39 - tRP Options are : Auto (default), Quick, Expert. Options are :...
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... Enabled) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T Current Status } Advanced Frequency Settings } Advanced Memory Settings } Advanced Voltage Settings } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help... Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size E2 133.27 MHz 3198.42 MHz 1332.80 MHz 1024 MB CPU Temperature PCH Temperature 24oC 40oC Vcore...
... Enabled) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2010 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T Current Status } Advanced Frequency Settings } Advanced Memory Settings } Advanced Voltage Settings } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help... Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size E2 133.27 MHz 3198.42 MHz 1332.80 MHz 1024 MB CPU Temperature PCH Temperature 24oC 40oC Vcore...
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... Channel 3 Master } IDE Channel 4 Master } IDE Channel 4 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A [1.44M, 3.5"] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 1022M 1024M Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7...
... Channel 3 Master } IDE Channel 4 Master } IDE Channel 4 Slave [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] [None] Drive A [1.44M, 3.5"] Halt On [All, But Keyboard] Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 1022M 1024M Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7...
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... system boot will not stop for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but it will stop for an error during the POST. Total Memory The total amount of cylinders. If you do not install a floppy disk drive, set this item to select the type of heads. Cylinder...not stop . Typically, 640 KB will stop for all other errors. Drive A Allows you to the information on the system. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will stop for any error. Head Number of floppy...
... system boot will not stop for a keyboard or a floppy disk drive error but it will stop for an error during the POST. Total Memory The total amount of cylinders. If you do not install a floppy disk drive, set this item to select the type of heads. Cylinder...not stop . Typically, 640 KB will stop for all other errors. Drive A Allows you to the information on the system. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to determine whether the system will stop for any error. Head Number of floppy...
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... program. After configuring this menu when finished. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 45 - HDD S.M.A.R.T. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Init Display First Onboard VGA On-Chip Frame Buffer Size [Press Enter] [Disabled] [Hard...
... program. After configuring this menu when finished. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. - 45 - HDD S.M.A.R.T. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Init Display First Onboard VGA On-Chip Frame Buffer Size [Press Enter] [Disabled] [Hard...
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...as the system boots up a dual view configuration, set a delay time for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. Enable If No Ext PEG Activates the onboard graphics only if no PCI Express graphics... Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS image file to the hard drive. MS-DOS, for example, will be recovered from this memory for Windows XP operating system; BIOS Setup - 46 - porting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Delay For HDD (Secs) Allows you wish to...
...as the system boots up a dual view configuration, set a delay time for legacy operating system such as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. Enable If No Ext PEG Activates the onboard graphics only if no PCI Express graphics... Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS image file to the hard drive. MS-DOS, for example, will be recovered from this memory for Windows XP operating system; BIOS Setup - 46 - porting software and system. (Default: Enabled) Delay For HDD (Secs) Allows you wish to...
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.... (Note) Supported on the system. Disabled Disables this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from an AC power loss. When prompted for your Windows 7/Vista operating system. Memory The system returns to turn on a specific day in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this item. Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm: Set the...
.... (Note) Supported on the system. Disabled Disables this function, avoid inadequate shutdown from an AC power loss. When prompted for your Windows 7/Vista operating system. Memory The system returns to turn on a specific day in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this item. Time (hh: mm: ss) Alarm: Set the...
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... physical hard drive that allows you to quickly compress and back up your system to back up your system data and perform restoration of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. •...
... physical hard drive that allows you to quickly compress and back up your system to back up your system data and perform restoration of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. •...