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... delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to quality and endurance. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.8-in, 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm) ASRock H55M/USB3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock H55M/USB3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
... delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to quality and endurance. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.8-in, 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm) ASRock H55M/USB3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock H55M/USB3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
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..., transmitted, or translated in any language, in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. In no responsibility for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without written consent of ASRock Inc. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this guide are used only for any...
..., transmitted, or translated in any language, in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. In no responsibility for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without written consent of ASRock Inc. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this guide are used only for any...
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... Slot (PCIE3, White) 29 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE2, White) 30 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1, Blue) 31 HDMI_SPDIF Header (HDMI_SPDIF1, White) 32 USB_PWR2 Jumper 2 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard
... Slot (PCIE3, White) 29 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE2, White) 30 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1, Blue) 31 HDMI_SPDIF Header (HDMI_SPDIF1, White) 32 USB_PWR2 Jumper 2 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard
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... "Realtek HDA Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use front panel audio. 3 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Please refer to the front panel audio header.
... "Realtek HDA Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use front panel audio. 3 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Please refer to the front panel audio header.
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...found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm) ASRock H55M/USB3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock H55M/USB3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, ...technical support related to this manual will be subject to quality and endurance. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.8-in the Support CD...
...found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm) ASRock H55M/USB3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock H55M/USB3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, ...technical support related to this manual will be subject to quality and endurance. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.8-in the Support CD...
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..., DVI-D and HDMI (see CAUTION 3) - Intel® HD Graphics - Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with DVI and HDMI ports English 5 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Solid Capacitor for CPU power - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 6) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at x16 mode) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots (2.5GT...
..., DVI-D and HDMI (see CAUTION 3) - Intel® HD Graphics - Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback with DVI and HDMI ports English 5 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Solid Capacitor for CPU power - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 6) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at x16 mode) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots (2.5GT...
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... Events - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - CPU VID, VCCM, SB, VTT, PCH PLL Voltage Multi-adjustment ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Premium Blu-ray audio support - Realtek RTL8111E - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports jumperfree - HD Audio Jack: Rear Speaker...
... Events - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - CPU VID, VCCM, SB, VTT, PCH PLL Voltage Multi-adjustment ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Premium Blu-ray audio support - Realtek RTL8111E - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports jumperfree - HD Audio Jack: Rear Speaker...
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... Good Night LED - We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. O. Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 17) - Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit...(B.F.G.) - English 7 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Supports I. ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 16) - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 13) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock OC DNA (see...
... Good Night LED - We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. O. Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 17) - Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit...(B.F.G.) - English 7 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Supports I. ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 16) - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 13) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock OC DNA (see...
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...only support up to SATAII connector directly. 12. HBR is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to use two of ASRock OC Tuner. About the setting of "Hyper Threading Technology", please check page ...Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the installation guide of "User Manual" in EDID. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/OCTuner/index.htm 8 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English xvYCC and Deep Color are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7. The maximum...
...only support up to SATAII connector directly. 12. HBR is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to use two of ASRock OC Tuner. About the setting of "Hyper Threading Technology", please check page ...Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the installation guide of "User Manual" in EDID. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/OCTuner/index.htm 8 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English xvYCC and Deep Color are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7. The maximum...
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... tool and save your friends! Frequencies other words, it back again. Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.) provides the flexible option to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this utility, you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the same motherboard. 17...html 15. According to record the OC settings and share with the power supply manufacturer for more details. 9 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English ASRock Instant Flash is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy...
... tool and save your friends! Frequencies other words, it back again. Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.) provides the flexible option to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this utility, you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the same motherboard. 17...html 15. According to record the OC settings and share with the power supply manufacturer for more details. 9 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English ASRock Instant Flash is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy...
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.... Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before you uninstall any component. Whenever you handle components. 3. 2. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 10 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English
.... Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before you uninstall any component. Whenever you handle components. 3. 2. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 10 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English
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... edges where are marked with black lines. Insert the 1156-Pin CPU: Step 3-1. Orient the CPU with the two alignment keys of the socket. 11 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Step 1-2. Step 2. orientation key notch alignment key Pin1 Pin1 orientation key notch alignment key 1156-Pin Socket 1156-Pin CPU For proper inserting...
... edges where are marked with black lines. Insert the 1156-Pin CPU: Step 3-1. Orient the CPU with the two alignment keys of the socket. 11 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Step 1-2. Step 2. orientation key notch alignment key Pin1 Pin1 orientation key notch alignment key 1156-Pin Socket 1156-Pin CPU For proper inserting...
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... IHS on the motherboard. Step 4-2. Step 3. Step 6. Step 3-4. Step 4. Apply thermal interface material onto center of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan. 12 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English While pressing down on the motherboard. Step 5. Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Repeat with the motherboard...
... IHS on the motherboard. Step 4-2. Step 3. Step 6. Step 3-4. Step 4. Apply thermal interface material onto center of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan. 12 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English While pressing down on the motherboard. Step 5. Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Repeat with the motherboard...
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.... Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 13 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Firmly insert the DIMM into DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM...
.... Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 13 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Firmly insert the DIMM into DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM...
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... expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Replace the system cover. 14 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Step 6.
... expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Replace the system cover. 14 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard English Step 6.
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.... 15) +5VSB (standby) for USB1/23 wake up events. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you do the clear-CMOS action. 15 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are setup. Jumper Setting Description PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to RAM) state. To clear and...
.... 15) +5VSB (standby) for USB1/23 wake up events. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you do the clear-CMOS action. 15 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are setup. Jumper Setting Description PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to RAM) state. To clear and...
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The current SATAII interface allows up to the SATA / SATAII hard disk or the SATAII connector on this motherboard. English 16 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Serial ATAII Connectors (SATAII_1 (Port 0): see p.2, No. 9) (SATAII_2 (Port 1): see p.2, No. 8) (SATAII_3 (Port 2): see p.2, No. 10) (SATAII_4 (Port 3): see p.2, No. 11) (SATAII_5 (Port 4): see p.2 ...
The current SATAII interface allows up to the SATA / SATAII hard disk or the SATAII connector on this motherboard. English 16 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Serial ATAII Connectors (SATAII_1 (Port 0): see p.2, No. 9) (SATAII_2 (Port 1): see p.2, No. 8) (SATAII_3 (Port 2): see p.2, No. 10) (SATAII_4 (Port 3): see p.2, No. 11) (SATAII_5 (Port 4): see p.2 ...
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... "Disable front panel jack detection", and save the change by clicking "OK". Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to Ground (GND). English 17 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for AC'97 audio panel.
... "Disable front panel jack detection", and save the change by clicking "OK". Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to Ground (GND). English 17 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for AC'97 audio panel.
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...: Go to the "Front Mic" Tab in "Front Mic" of "Playback" portion. Click "Set Default Device" to Pin 1-3. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation English 18 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.2 No. 3) 1 2 3 4 Please connect a CPU fan cable to this motherboard, please connect it to make the Front Mic as...
...: Go to the "Front Mic" Tab in "Front Mic" of "Playback" portion. Click "Set Default Device" to Pin 1-3. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation English 18 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.2 No. 3) 1 2 3 4 Please connect a CPU fan cable to this motherboard, please connect it to make the Front Mic as...
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... this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. i English 19 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Please connect the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card to con nect HDMI Digital TV/ projector/LCD devices. HDMI_SPDIF Header (3-pin HDMI_SPDIF1) (see p.2 No...
... this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. i English 19 ASRock H55M/USB3 Motherboard Please connect the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card to con nect HDMI Digital TV/ projector/LCD devices. HDMI_SPDIF Header (3-pin HDMI_SPDIF1) (see p.2 No...