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GA-H55M-S2H LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i5 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i3 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-H55MS2H-1001R
GA-H55M-S2H LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i5 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i3 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-H55MS2H-1001R
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... laws and is the property of the motherboard is 1.0. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. No part of the product, read the User's Manual... instructions on how to their respective owners. Example: Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in...
... laws and is the property of the motherboard is 1.0. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. No part of the product, read the User's Manual... instructions on how to their respective owners. Example: Check your motherboard looks like this manual are legally registered to use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-H55M-S2H Motherboard Layout 7 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-H55M-S2H Motherboard Layout 7 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 ...
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Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 57 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 57 3-2 Application Software 58 3-3 Technical Manuals 58 3-4 Contact...59 3-5 System...59 3-6 Download Center 60 3-7 New Utilities...60 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 64 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 67 4-3 EasyTune 6...68 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 69 4-5 Q-Share...71 4-6 Smart 6™...72 4-7 Auto Green...75 Chapter 5 Appendix...77 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 77 5-1-1 Configuring ...
Chapter 3 Drivers Installation 57 3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers 57 3-2 Application Software 58 3-3 Technical Manuals 58 3-4 Contact...59 3-5 System...59 3-6 Download Center 60 3-7 New Utilities...60 Chapter 4 Unique Features 61 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 61 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 64 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 64 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 67 4-3 EasyTune 6...68 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 69 4-5 Q-Share...71 4-6 Smart 6™...72 4-7 Auto Green...75 Chapter 5 Appendix...77 5-1 Configuring Audio Input and Output 77 5-1-1 Configuring ...
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Box Contents GA-H55M-S2H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to ...
Box Contents GA-H55M-S2H motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to ...
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GA-H55M-S2H Motherboard Layout KB_USB ATX_12V VGA_DVI LGA1156 PHASE LED IT8720 HDMI SYS_FAN OPTICAL R_USB USB_LAN CPU_FAN AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIEX16 PCI1 RTL8111D PCI2 SPDIF_O SPDIF_I CODEC PCIEX4 IDE ATX BAT GA-H55M-S2H Intel® H55 JMicron JMB368 M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS FDD CD_IN F_USB2 COMA F_USB1 F_PANEL DDR3_1 DDR3_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 SATA2_4 SATA2_1 SATA2_3 SATA2_0 - 7 -
GA-H55M-S2H Motherboard Layout KB_USB ATX_12V VGA_DVI LGA1156 PHASE LED IT8720 HDMI SYS_FAN OPTICAL R_USB USB_LAN CPU_FAN AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIEX16 PCI1 RTL8111D PCI2 SPDIF_O SPDIF_I CODEC PCIEX4 IDE ATX BAT GA-H55M-S2H Intel® H55 JMicron JMB368 M_BIOS B_BIOS CLR_CMOS FDD CD_IN F_USB2 COMA F_USB1 F_PANEL DDR3_1 DDR3_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 SATA2_4 SATA2_1 SATA2_3 SATA2_0 - 7 -
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Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 LGA1156 CPU CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 1666 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x4 LAN PCIe CLK (100 MHz) RJ45 RTL8111D PCI Express Bus x4 x1 ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel x1 JMicron JMB368 PCI Bus Intel® H55 CODEC FDI Interface DMI Interface D-Sub DVI-D (Note) HDMI (Note) Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 ...
Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 LGA1156 CPU CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 1666 (O.C.)/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x16 PCI Express Bus 1 PCI Express x4 LAN PCIe CLK (100 MHz) RJ45 RTL8111D PCI Express Bus x4 x1 ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel x1 JMicron JMB368 PCI Bus Intel® H55 CODEC FDI Interface DMI Interface D-Sub DVI-D (Note) HDMI (Note) Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 ...
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ponents such as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components. • Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • ...
ponents such as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the motherboard circuit or its components. • Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • ...
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...i7 series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor/ Intel® Core™ i3 series processor in the 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 ... 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 memory support list.) Integrated in the Chipset: - 1 x D-Sub port (Note 2) - 1 x DVI-D port (Note 2)(Note 3) (Note 4) - 1 x HDMI ...
...i7 series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor/ Intel® Core™ i3 series processor in the 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 ... 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 memory support list.) Integrated in the Chipset: - 1 x D-Sub port (Note 2) - 1 x DVI-D port (Note 2)(Note 3) (Note 4) - 1 x HDMI ...
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Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Internal w 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors w 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x floppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 1 x system fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In header w 1 x S/PDIF Out header w 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers w 1 x serial ...
Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 on the back panel, 4 via the USB brackets connected to the internal USB headers) Internal w 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector Connectors w 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector w 1 x floppy disk drive connector w 1 x IDE connector w 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 1 x system fan header w 1 x front panel header w 1 x front panel audio header w 1 x CD In connector w 1 x S/PDIF In header w 1 x S/PDIF Out header w 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers w 1 x serial ...
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BIOS w w w w Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w Bundled Software w 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 8) Support for Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green Support for Q-Share Norton Internet ...
BIOS w w w w Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w Bundled Software w 2 x 64 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress Recovery2 Support for EasyTune (Note 8) Support for Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Support for Smart 6™ Support for Auto Green Support for Q-Share Norton Internet ...
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... latest CPU support 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.
... latest CPU support 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.
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Then completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal load plate will be lifted as shown. To protect the CPU socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. When replacing the load plate, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the socket with your index finger down and away from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard ...
Then completely lift the CPU socket lever and the metal load plate will be lifted as shown. To protect the CPU socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. When replacing the load plate, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the socket with your index finger down and away from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard ...
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Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the installed CPU. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push pins diagonally. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Hardware Installation Push down each push pin. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. If the push pin is ...
Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the installed CPU. Step 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push pins diagonally. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Hardware Installation Push down each push pin. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. If the push pin is ...
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... cord from the power outlet before you are divided into two channels and each channel has one direction. It is installed. 2. If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
... cord from the power outlet before you are divided into two channels and each channel has one direction. It is installed. 2. If you begin to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance.
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Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Hardware Installation Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory module. Place the memory ...
Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Hardware Installation Follow the steps below to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the socket will snap into the memory socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory module. Place the memory ...
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Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Press the white latch at the end of the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI ...
Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Press the white latch at the end of the card until it is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI ...
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PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port for sound playback is HDCP compliant. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors (Note 1) (Note 1)(Note 2)(Note 3) (Note 1)(Note 3) USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port. Hardware Installation Refer to the figures below for details.) • Please note the HDMI audio output only supports AC3, DTS and 2-channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and DTS require the use the onboard D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI ports, you must install an Intel CPU with integrated graphics. (Note 2) The ...
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Use this port for sound playback is HDCP compliant. 1-6 Back Panel Connectors (Note 1) (Note 1)(Note 2)(Note 3) (Note 1)(Note 3) USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Connect a monitor that supports DVI-D connection to this port. Hardware Installation Refer to the figures below for details.) • Please note the HDMI audio output only supports AC3, DTS and 2-channel-LPCM formats. (AC3 and DTS require the use the onboard D-Sub, DVI-D, and HDMI ports, you must install an Intel CPU with integrated graphics. (Note 2) The ...
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Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Microphones must be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. Refer to the instructions on setting up to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Use this audio jack to the default Mic in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • When removing the cable connected to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the connector. In addition to the ...
Side Speaker Out Jack (Gray) Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. Microphones must be reconfigured to perform different functions via the audio software. Refer to the instructions on setting up to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Use this audio jack to the default Mic in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." • When removing the cable connected to an external audio system that your device and then remove it from the connector. In addition to the ...