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GA-H55M-UD2H/ GA-H55M-US2H LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i5 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i3 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-H55MUD2-1002R
GA-H55M-UD2H/ GA-H55M-US2H LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i5 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i3 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-H55MUD2-1002R
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Motherboard GA-H55M-UD2H/GA-H55M-US2H Nov. 14, 2009 Motherboard GA-H55M-UD2H/ GA-H55M-US2H Nov. 14, 2009
Motherboard GA-H55M-UD2H/GA-H55M-US2H Nov. 14, 2009 Motherboard GA-H55M-UD2H/ GA-H55M-US2H Nov. 14, 2009
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...Classifications In order to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Example: No part of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual may be reproduced, copied... Installation Guide included with the product. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to the specifications and features in any means without prior notice. For ...
...Classifications In order to their respective owners. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is the property of GIGABYTE. Example: No part of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual may be reproduced, copied... Installation Guide included with the product. For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on how to the specifications and features in any means without prior notice. For ...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-H55M-UD2H/GA-H55M-US2H 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 CPU ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-H55M-UD2H/GA-H55M-US2H 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 CPU ...
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... (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF In cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) j Only for reference only. Box Contents GA-H55M-UD2H or GA-H55M-US2H 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 change...
... (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF In cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) j Only for reference only. Box Contents GA-H55M-UD2H or GA-H55M-US2H 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 change...
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GA-H55M-UD2H/GA-H55M-US2H Motherboard Layout KB_USB ATX_12V VGA_DVI LGA1156 PHASE LED IT8720 DPj_HDMI_SPDIF ESATA_1394j_USB USB_LAN CPU_FAN IDE ATX FDD AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIEX16 GA-H55M-UD2H/ BAT GA-H55M-US2H DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 PCI1 RTL8111D SPDIF_O SPDIF_I CODEC PCI2 PCIEX4 CD_IN SYS_FAN COMA Intel® H55 TSB43AB23j SATA2_0 JMicron JMB368 CLR_CMOS M_BIOS SATA2_2 SATA2_1 B_BIOS SATA2_4 SATA2_3 F_1394j F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB1 F_PANEL j Only for GA-H55M-UD2H "*" The GA-H55M-UD2H adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
GA-H55M-UD2H/GA-H55M-US2H Motherboard Layout KB_USB ATX_12V VGA_DVI LGA1156 PHASE LED IT8720 DPj_HDMI_SPDIF ESATA_1394j_USB USB_LAN CPU_FAN IDE ATX FDD AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIEX16 GA-H55M-UD2H/ BAT GA-H55M-US2H DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 PCI1 RTL8111D SPDIF_O SPDIF_I CODEC PCI2 PCIEX4 CD_IN SYS_FAN COMA Intel® H55 TSB43AB23j SATA2_0 JMicron JMB368 CLR_CMOS M_BIOS SATA2_2 SATA2_1 B_BIOS SATA2_4 SATA2_3 F_1394j F_USB2 F_USB3 F_USB1 F_PANEL j Only for GA-H55M-UD2H "*" The GA-H55M-UD2H adopts All-Solid Capacitor design. - 7 -
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... are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your dealer. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user. ...8226; If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to installation, do not allow screws to come in a high-temperature...
... are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your dealer. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as physical harm to the user. ...8226; If you are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to installation, do not allow screws to come in a high-temperature...
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j Only for GA-H55M-UD2H Hardware Installation - 12 - DisplayPortj, HDMI, and DVI-D) for output when in the BIOS Setup program or when during the POST screens. (Note 5) For optimum performance, ... than 4 GB. (Note 2) To use only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
j Only for GA-H55M-UD2H Hardware Installation - 12 - DisplayPortj, HDMI, and DVI-D) for output when in the BIOS Setup program or when during the POST screens. (Note 5) For optimum performance, ... than 4 GB. (Note 2) To use only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model.
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... Socket LGA1156 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the ...of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. Hardware Installation 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to...
... Socket LGA1156 CPU Notch Notch Triangle Pin One Marking on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. The CPU cannot be set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the ...of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. Hardware Installation 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to...
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....) Step 3: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one hand to hold the socket lever and use the other to lightly...
....) Step 3: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one hand to hold the socket lever and use the other to lightly...
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...cooler, on the contrary, is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - ...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. Push down each push pin. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the installed CPU. If the push pin is inserted as the example ...
...cooler, on the contrary, is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - ...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. Push down each push pin. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the installed CPU. If the push pin is inserted as the example ...
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... socket. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology...(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 Due to install it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If only one direction. After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the...
... socket. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be used . (Go to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology...(SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=No Memory) DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 Due to install it is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. If only one direction. After the memory is installed. 2. Enabling Dual Channel memory mode will automatically detect the...
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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. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory, push down on the socket. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the socket will snap into...
..., 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. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory, push down on the socket. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the socket will snap into...
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...: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the PCI Express slot to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the...
...: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the top edge of the PCI Express slot to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the...
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The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit ... front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this audio jack for GA-H55M-UD2H - 21 - eSATA 3Gb/s Port The eSATA 3Gb/s port conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and is occurring Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio...
The following describes the states of the LAN port LEDs. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit ... front speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. Rear Speaker Out Jack (Black) Use this audio jack for GA-H55M-UD2H - 21 - eSATA 3Gb/s Port The eSATA 3Gb/s port conforms to SATA 3Gb/s standard and is occurring Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio...
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... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. j Only for GA-H55M-UD2H Hardware Installation - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before...
... sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. j Only for GA-H55M-UD2H Hardware Installation - 22 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before...
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... protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used that can lead to an...
... protective cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation If a power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is used that can lead to an...
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Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed .... The pin 1 of the cable is recommended that a system fan be sure to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN).
Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. 5) FDD (Floppy Disk Drive Connector) This connector is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of the connector and the floppy disk drive cable. Definition 1 GND 2 +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed .... The pin 1 of the cable is recommended that a system fan be sure to prevent your CPU and system from overheating. 3/4) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) and a 4-pin system fan header (SYS_FAN).
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Definition Pin No. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If your optical drive to work or even damage it. ... audio module that came with your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported...
Definition Pin No. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If your optical drive to work or even damage it. ... audio module that came with your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on each wire instead of the motherboard header. For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported...
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... cable, please contact the local dealer. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF... In cable. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards.
... cable, please contact the local dealer. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF... In cable. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards.