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...to exit the X.H.D utility. (Note 1) The X.H.D utility only supports the SATA controllers integrated in the array. ) 1. eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)(Note 1), users can click the Xpress Install All button to automatically install all of data. (Note 3) If you manually build ... to the biggest drive in the Intel Chipset. (Note 2) It is added. The following procedure details the steps to set up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. To automatically set up a RAID 0 array: Click Auto to automatically and quickly set up a RAID...
...to exit the X.H.D utility. (Note 1) The X.H.D utility only supports the SATA controllers integrated in the array. ) 1. eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)(Note 1), users can click the Xpress Install All button to automatically install all of data. (Note 3) If you manually build ... to the biggest drive in the Intel Chipset. (Note 2) It is added. The following procedure details the steps to set up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. To automatically set up a RAID 0 array: Click Auto to automatically and quickly set up a RAID...
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Click the Install button on the "Xpress Install" main menu to install it. Some motherboard driver disks include the Smart TPM utility in "Xpress Install." "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers, including the Infineon TPM driver. 2.2. Click ... the left pane of Smart TPM to install the Infineon TPM driver and the Smart TPM utility altogether. - 4 - 2. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk.
Click the Install button on the "Xpress Install" main menu to install it. Some motherboard driver disks include the Smart TPM utility in "Xpress Install." "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers, including the Infineon TPM driver. 2.2. Click ... the left pane of Smart TPM to install the Infineon TPM driver and the Smart TPM utility altogether. - 4 - 2. Installing the Infineon TPM Driver Insert the GIGABYTE motherboard driver disk.
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... user key. You can select more than one user stores their encrypted TPM User Passwords in . Then select the USB flash drive that on your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn on the search and Bluetooth functions on the left will overwrite the former. 2.
... user key. You can select more than one user stores their encrypted TPM User Passwords in . Then select the USB flash drive that on your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn on the search and Bluetooth functions on the left will overwrite the former. 2.
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...'t display your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone, click Refresh to let Smart TPM re-detect the device.) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn off or reset your PSD by plugging in BIOS Setup and then set earlier and click OK to confirm, click...
...'t display your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone, click Refresh to let Smart TPM re-detect the device.) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard includes a Bluetooth receiver and turn off or reset your PSD by plugging in BIOS Setup and then set earlier and click OK to confirm, click...
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GA-P55A-UD3P GA-P55A-UD3R LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i5 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-P55AU3P-1002R
GA-P55A-UD3P GA-P55A-UD3R LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i5 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-P55AU3P-1002R
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Motherboard GA-P55A-UD3P/GA-P55A-UD3R Oct. 16, 2009 Motherboard GA-P55A-UD3P/ GA-P55A-UD3R Oct. 16, 2009
Motherboard GA-P55A-UD3P/GA-P55A-UD3R Oct. 16, 2009 Motherboard GA-P55A-UD3P/ GA-P55A-UD3R Oct. 16, 2009
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.... For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Disclaimer Information in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. For detailed product information, carefully read or download the information on/from...
.... For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com.tw Identifying Your Motherboard Revision The revision number on our website. Disclaimer Information in this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. For detailed product information, carefully read or download the information on/from...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-P55A-UD3P/GA-P55A-UD3R 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-P55A-UD3P/GA-P55A-UD3R 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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...-1SPDIN-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-P55A-UD3P or GA-P55A-UD3R motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change...
...-1SPDIN-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-0*R) - 6 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-P55A-UD3P or GA-P55A-UD3R motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are subject to change...
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...limitation, the PCIEX1_1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 expansion card. GA-P55A-UD3P/GA-P55A-UD3R Motherboard Layout KB_USB R_SPDIF CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 USB_ESATA_2 USB_ESATA_1 LGA1156 PHASE LED ATX R_USB USB30_LAN NEC AUDIO F_AUDIO JMB362 GA-P55A-UD3P GA-P55A-UD3R PCIEX1_1 (Note 1) SYS_FAN1 RTL8111D PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 BAT CODEC PCI1 CD_IN SPDIF_I SPDIF_O ...SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_1 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 PCI2 IDE IT8720 IT8213 PCI3 LPT COMA CLR_CMOS FDD F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL j Only for GA-P55A-UD3P. (Note 1) Due to different regional policy. - 7 -
...limitation, the PCIEX1_1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 expansion card. GA-P55A-UD3P/GA-P55A-UD3R Motherboard Layout KB_USB R_SPDIF CPU_FAN ATX_12V_2X4 USB_ESATA_2 USB_ESATA_1 LGA1156 PHASE LED ATX R_USB USB30_LAN NEC AUDIO F_AUDIO JMB362 GA-P55A-UD3P GA-P55A-UD3R PCIEX1_1 (Note 1) SYS_FAN1 RTL8111D PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 BAT CODEC PCI1 CD_IN SPDIF_I SPDIF_O ...SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_1 SATA2_5 SATA2_2 PCI2 IDE IT8720 IT8213 PCI3 LPT COMA CLR_CMOS FDD F_USB2 F_USB1 F_PANEL j Only for GA-P55A-UD3P. (Note 1) Due to different regional policy. - 7 -
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...8226; Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). ponents such as physical harm to the user. • If you ...; Always remove the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an uneven ...
...8226; Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected. • To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not have a problem related to the use of electrostatic discharge (ESD). ponents such as physical harm to the user. • If you ...; Always remove the AC power by your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an uneven ...
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... Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm j Only for GA-P55A-UD3P. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed... 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 - 12 -
... Internet Security (OEM version) Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm j Only for GA-P55A-UD3P. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed... 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 - 12 -
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It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the ...
It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU - 13 - Hardware Installation If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the ...
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... socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, use your finger. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. When replacing the load plate, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the socket with the socket...
... socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, use your finger. Step 5: Push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. When replacing the load plate, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the socket with the socket...
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...Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector... the back of the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the...
...Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector... the back of the installed CPU. 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is to install.) Step 3: Place the...
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...begin to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=...DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel 1: DDR3_3, DDR3_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 Two Modules - - After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, be installed in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_3 sockets. Hardware Installation - 16 -...
...begin to install the memory: • Make sure that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. DS/SS Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, "- -"=...DDR3_1, DDR3_2 Channel 1: DDR3_3, DDR3_4 Dual Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 Two Modules - - After the memory is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two memory modules, be installed in the DDR3_1 and DDR3_3 sockets. Hardware Installation - 16 -...
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.... DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Place the memory module on this motherboard. 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...
.... DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Place the memory module on this motherboard. 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...
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... all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Hardware Installation - 18 - If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics...
... all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s). 6. Hardware Installation - 18 - If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot. 4. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics...
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... is occurring • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 19 - 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port...
... is occurring • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector. - 19 - 1-6 Back Panel Connectors USB 2.0/1.1 Port...
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...) CD_IN 14) SPDIF_I 15) SPDIF_O 16) F_USB1/F_USB2 17) LPT 18) COMA 19) CLR_CMOS 20) PHASE LED Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
...) CD_IN 14) SPDIF_I 15) SPDIF_O 16) F_USB1/F_USB2 17) LPT 18) COMA 19) CLR_CMOS 20) PHASE LED Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. - 21 - Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...