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Table of Contents Box Contents...7 Optional Items...7 GA-P55-UD3L-TPM/GA-P55-UD3L/GA-P55-US3L Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications 12 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 15 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 15 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 17 1-4 Installing the Memory 18 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 18 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 19 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card...
Table of Contents Box Contents...7 Optional Items...7 GA-P55-UD3L-TPM/GA-P55-UD3L/GA-P55-US3L Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications 12 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 15 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 15 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 17 1-4 Installing the Memory 18 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 18 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 19 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card...
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...) 1 PCI Express x16 LGA1156 CPU CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory x16 PCI Express Bus LAN RJ45 RTL8111D x1 PCI Express Bus x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 1 PCI Express x1 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel GIGABYTE SATA2 PCI Bus DMI Interface...® P55 x4 PCI Express Bus Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 14 USB Ports CODEC LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse TPM j MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line-Out (Front Speaker Out) Line-In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out 4 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-P55-UD3L-TPM...
...) 1 PCI Express x16 LGA1156 CPU CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory x16 PCI Express Bus LAN RJ45 RTL8111D x1 PCI Express Bus x1 PCIe CLK (100 MHz) x1 1 PCI Express x1 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel GIGABYTE SATA2 PCI Bus DMI Interface...® P55 x4 PCI Express Bus Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 14 USB Ports CODEC LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port PS/2 KB/Mouse TPM j MIC (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out) Line-Out (Front Speaker Out) Line-In (Rear Speaker Out) S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out 4 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-P55-UD3L-TPM...
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... 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 a motherboard, CPU or memory.
... 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 a motherboard, CPU or memory.
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... Core™ i7 series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® P55 Express Chipset Memory Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory ...SATA 3Gb/s devices - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive "*" The GA-P55-UD3L-TPM/GA-P55-UD3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design.
... Core™ i7 series processor/Intel® Core™ i5 series processor in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® P55 Express Chipset Memory Audio 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory ...SATA 3Gb/s devices - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive "*" The GA-P55-UD3L-TPM/GA-P55-UD3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design.
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... 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 8 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 2 x system fan headers w 1 x power 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 3 x USB...
... 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 8 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors w 1 x CPU fan header w 2 x system fan headers w 1 x power 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 3 x USB...
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... Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19.0cm j Only for GA-P55-UD3L-TPM. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual ... The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x4 mode when ATI CrossFireX™ is enabled. (Note 5) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 14...
... Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 19.0cm j Only for GA-P55-UD3L-TPM. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual ... The PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x4 mode when ATI CrossFireX™ is enabled. (Note 5) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/system cooler you install. (Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. Hardware Installation - 14...
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... so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Hardware Installation If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the alignment...
... so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Hardware Installation If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the alignment...
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... one hand to hold the socket lever and use the other to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Step 4: Once the CPU is under the shoulder screw. Step 1: Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the power outlet to prevent damage to grasp ... protective socket cover as well. To protect the CPU socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with your thumb and index finger to the CPU. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Hardware Installation - 16 - Step 2: ...
... one hand to hold the socket lever and use the other to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Step 4: Once the CPU is under the shoulder screw. Step 1: Gently press the CPU socket lever handle down and away from the power outlet to prevent damage to grasp ... protective socket cover as well. To protect the CPU socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is not installed.) Step 3: Hold the CPU with your thumb and index finger to the CPU. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Hardware Installation - 16 - Step 2: ...
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...The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the installed...thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the motherboard. Hardware Installation Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of arrow is to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the push pins diagonally. Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin Male Push Pin The Top of ...
...The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the installed...thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the motherboard. Hardware Installation Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of arrow is to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the push pins diagonally. Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin Male Push Pin The Top of ...
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...following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following guidelines before installing the memory to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel 1: DDR3_3, DDR3_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 ... chips be sure to install it is installed. 2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS - - If only one DDR3 memory module is installed, it is recommended to install them in ...
...following guidelines before you are divided into two channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following guidelines before installing the memory to CPU limitations, read the following : Channel 0: DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel 1: DDR3_3, DDR3_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 ... chips be sure to install it is installed. 2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS - - If only one DDR3 memory module is installed, it is recommended to install them in ...
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... cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. If the 12V power...
... cover when using a 2x12 power supply, remove the protective cover from the main power connector on the motherboard. Connect the power supply cable to the CPU. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. If the 12V power...
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.../ Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Reserve 1 SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN: Pin No. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Most ...fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 1 CPU_FAN 2 +12V / Speed Control 3...
.../ Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Reserve 1 SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN: Pin No. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2/PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and a 3-pin (SYS_ FAN1) system fan headers, and a 3-pin power fan header (PWR_FAN). Most ...fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of different color. CPU_FAN: Pin No. Definition 1 GND 1 CPU_FAN 2 +12V / Speed Control 3...
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To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2. Refer to Chapter 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2," for more the number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. Hardware Installation - 32 - 18) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs. The higher the CPU loading, the more details.
To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2. Refer to Chapter 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2," for more the number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. Hardware Installation - 32 - 18) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs. The higher the CPU loading, the more details.
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...side of the Main Menu. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-P55-UD3L D11) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features ...Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving Security Chip Configuration j ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option ...
...side of the Main Menu. Use arrow keys to move among the items and press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-P55-UD3L D11) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features ...Save & Exit Setup Exit Without Saving Security Chip Configuration j ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup Change CPU's Clock & Voltage F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The on-screen description of a highlighted setup option ...
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... menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Optimized defaults are factory settings for GA-P55-UD3L-TPM. A user password only allows you to...
... menu to see information about autodetected system/CPU temperature, system voltage and fan speed, etc. Load Fail-Safe Defaults Fail-Safe defaults are factory settings for the most stable, minimal-performance system operations. Load Optimized Defaults Optimized defaults are factory settings for GA-P55-UD3L-TPM. A user password only allows you to...
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... settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. Current Status This screen provides information on your overall... Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults (Note 1) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 37 - 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T ...
... settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. (Inadequately altering the settings may result in system's failure to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. Current Status This screen provides information on your overall... Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults (Note 1) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. - 37 - 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T ...
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... information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. Advanced CPU Core Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced CPU Core Features Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. CPU Cores Enabled (Note) CPU Multi-Threading (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C3/C6/C7 State Support...
... information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. CPU Frequency Displays the current operating CPU frequency. Advanced CPU Core Features CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced CPU Core Features Intel(R) Turbo Boost Tech. CPU Cores Enabled (Note) CPU Multi-Threading (Note) CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) (Note) C3/C6/C7 State Support...
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... Auto (default), x32, x36. Virtualization enhanced by the Uncore Clock Ratio value. (Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that an overheating is occurring, PROCHOT signals will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in system halt state. QPI Link Speed... Displays the current operating QPI link speed. BIOS Setup The item is adjustable only if a CPU with unlocked clock ratio is occurring to emit PROCHOT signals. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Uncore Clock Ratio Displays ...
... Auto (default), x32, x36. Virtualization enhanced by the Uncore Clock Ratio value. (Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that an overheating is occurring, PROCHOT signals will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in system halt state. QPI Link Speed... Displays the current operating QPI link speed. BIOS Setup The item is adjustable only if a CPU with unlocked clock ratio is occurring to emit PROCHOT signals. For more enhanced power-saving state than C1. Uncore Clock Ratio Displays ...
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...90 MHz to 1200 MHz. Disabled Disables the use of C.I .A.2, please first verify the overclocking capability of CPU base clock. Warning: Before using C.I .A.2. (Default) Cruise Increases CPU frequency by 15% or 17% depending on system components, when system instability occurs after overclocking, please wait ...CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK Frequency(Mhz) Allows you install a memory module that the CPU frequency be configurable. The adjustable range is from 100 MHz to 150 MHz. Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. ...
...90 MHz to 1200 MHz. Disabled Disables the use of C.I .A.2, please first verify the overclocking capability of CPU base clock. Warning: Before using C.I .A.2. (Default) Cruise Increases CPU frequency by 15% or 17% depending on system components, when system instability occurs after overclocking, please wait ...CMOS values to reset the board to default values. (Default: Disabled) BCLK Frequency(Mhz) Allows you install a memory module that the CPU frequency be configurable. The adjustable range is from 100 MHz to 150 MHz. Auto sets the PCIe clock frequency to standard 100 MHz. ...
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PCI Express Clock Drive Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the CPU and Chipset clock. Disabled Disables this feature. - 41 - Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. CPU Clock Skew Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data... function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to set the CPU clock prior to the Chipset clock. >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the PCI Express and Chipset clock. Options are: 0ps~...
PCI Express Clock Drive Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the CPU and Chipset clock. Disabled Disables this feature. - 41 - Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. CPU Clock Skew Allows you to set the system memory multiplier. Auto sets memory multiplier according to memory SPD data... function. (Default) Profile1 Uses Profile 1 settings. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to set the CPU clock prior to the Chipset clock. >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive Allows you to adjust the amplitude of the PCI Express and Chipset clock. Options are: 0ps~...