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...documentation by the purchaser for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this guide are used... or error in this guide. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in the guide or product. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Copyright Notice: No part of this guide may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies...
...documentation by the purchaser for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this guide are used... or error in this guide. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in the guide or product. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Copyright Notice: No part of this guide may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies...
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Motherboard Layout English 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 17 Dr. Debug (LED) 2 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 18 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 19 USB 2.0 Header (..., Blue) 15 Sixth SATAII Connector (SATAII_6, Blue) 31 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1, White) 16 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4, Blue) 32 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 2 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard
Motherboard Layout English 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 17 Dr. Debug (LED) 2 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 18 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 19 USB 2.0 Header (..., Blue) 15 Sixth SATAII Connector (SATAII_6, Blue) 31 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1, White) 16 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4, Blue) 32 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 2 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard
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For Windows® 7 / VistaTM: After restarting your system. 3 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Please refer to the table below steps for the LAN port LED indications. Please refer to below for the software setting of Multi-Streaming. ...
For Windows® 7 / VistaTM: After restarting your system. 3 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Please refer to the table below steps for the LAN port LED indications. Please refer to below for the software setting of Multi-Streaming. ...
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... content of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. In case any modifications of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock H55iCafe motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. Introduction Thank you for specific information about the...
... content of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. In case any modifications of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock H55iCafe motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. Introduction Thank you for specific information about the...
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...® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) (see CAUTION 1) - Dual VGA Output options: support DVI-D and D-Sub ports by independent display controllers - Supports Wake-On-LAN English 5 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard Supports D-Sub with DVI port - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in LGA1156 Package - Supports Intel® CoreTM i7 / i5 / i3 and Pentium® G6950 Processors...
...® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) (see CAUTION 1) - Dual VGA Output options: support DVI-D and D-Sub ports by independent display controllers - Supports Wake-On-LAN English 5 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard Supports D-Sub with DVI port - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in LGA1156 Package - Supports Intel® CoreTM i7 / i5 / i3 and Pentium® G6950 Processors...
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... 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 10) - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) - Instant Boot - Hybrid Booster: -... CD Unique Feature I . ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11) - Good Night LED English 6 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard Supports jumperfree - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 8) - 1 x IR header - 1 x Power LED header - CPU/Chassis/Power...
... 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 10) - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) - Instant Boot - Hybrid Booster: -... CD Unique Feature I . ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11) - Good Night LED English 6 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard Supports jumperfree - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 8) - 1 x IR header - 1 x Power LED header - CPU/Chassis/Power...
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...Ready (EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 16) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking ...We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. It should be done at your system. English 7 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard CPU Quiet Fan - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - FCC, CE, WHQL - Hardware ...
...Ready (EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 16) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking ...We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. It should be done at your system. English 7 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard CPU Quiet Fan - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - FCC, CE, WHQL - Hardware ...
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...the actual memory size may be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. 8 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is a revolutionary technology that only support up to SATAII ...; Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. 10. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/IES/index.html 12. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. For those CPU that delivers unparalleled power savings. It is a user-friendly...
...the actual memory size may be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. 8 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is a revolutionary technology that only support up to SATAII ...; Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. 10. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/IES/index.html 12. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. For those CPU that delivers unparalleled power savings. It is a user-friendly...
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... higher than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the completed system shall be shared and worked on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. According to spray thermal...15. It helps you what it back again. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by ASRock, provides a convenient way for more details. 9 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English For EuP ready power supply selection, we recommend you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on...
... higher than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the completed system shall be shared and worked on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. According to spray thermal...15. It helps you what it back again. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by ASRock, provides a convenient way for more details. 9 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English For EuP ready power supply selection, we recommend you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on...
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...bag that comes with the component. 5. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 10 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Failure to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you ...insert the 1156-Pin CPU into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to do not touch the ICs. 4. Also remember to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Doing so may cause severe damage to insert ...
...bag that comes with the component. 5. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 10 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Failure to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you ...insert the 1156-Pin CPU into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to do not touch the ICs. 4. Also remember to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Doing so may cause severe damage to insert ...
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... to clear retention tab. black line Step 3-2. Locate Pin1 and the two orientation key notches. Step 1. Step 1-2. This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. orientation key notch alignment key Pin1 Pin1 orientation key notch alignment key 1156-Pin Socket 1156-Pin CPU For proper inserting, please... IHS (Integrated Heat Sink) up. Step 1-3. It is recommended to use the cap tab to match the two orientation key notches of the socket. 11 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English
... to clear retention tab. black line Step 3-2. Locate Pin1 and the two orientation key notches. Step 1. Step 1-2. This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. orientation key notch alignment key Pin1 Pin1 orientation key notch alignment key 1156-Pin Socket 1156-Pin CPU For proper inserting, please... IHS (Integrated Heat Sink) up. Step 1-3. It is recommended to use the cap tab to match the two orientation key notches of the socket. 11 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English
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...to illustrate the installation of your CPU fan and heatsink. Ensure fan cables are oriented on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 3). English 12 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard Secure load lever with tie-wrap to the CPU fan connector on side closest to ensure cable ... of CPU Fan and Heatsink For proper installation, please kindly refer to install and lock. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down on the motherboard. Step 3-4. Step 4-3. Step 6. Step 4-2. Step 4. Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Close the...
...to illustrate the installation of your CPU fan and heatsink. Ensure fan cables are oriented on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 3). English 12 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard Secure load lever with tie-wrap to the CPU fan connector on side closest to ensure cable ... of CPU Fan and Heatsink For proper installation, please kindly refer to install and lock. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down on the motherboard. Step 3-4. Step 4-3. Step 6. Step 4-2. Step 4. Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Close the...
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... words, you to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1; This motherboard also allows you have to install four DDR3 DIMMs for dual channel configuration, and please install identical...motherboard, it is unable to install them either in the slots of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you want to the Dual Channel Memory Configuration Table below. Populated - English 13 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard...
... words, you to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1; This motherboard also allows you have to install four DDR3 DIMMs for dual channel configuration, and please install identical...motherboard, it is unable to install them either in the slots of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you want to the Dual Channel Memory Configuration Table below. Populated - English 13 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard...
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... disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 14 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Step 3. Step 2. Installing a DIMM ...Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot...
... disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 14 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Step 3. Step 2. Installing a DIMM ...Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot...
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... hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is used for later use . Step 3. Step 4. Replace the system cover. 15 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Installing an expansion card Step 1. Step 2. Step 6. PCIE slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot;... you start the installation. Keep the screws for PCI Express cards with screws. Step 5. PCI slot: PCI slot is completely seated on this motherboard. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are 2 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on the slot. White) is...
... hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is used for later use . Step 3. Step 4. Replace the system cover. 15 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard English Installing an expansion card Step 1. Step 2. Step 6. PCIE slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot;... you start the installation. Keep the screws for PCI Express cards with screws. Step 5. PCI slot: PCI slot is completely seated on this motherboard. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are 2 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on the slot. White) is...
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... cap to enable (see p.2, No. 2) +5VSB (standby) for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you do the clear-CMOS action. 16 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is Short Open placed on pins, the jumper is "Open". Note: To select +5VSB, it...
... cap to enable (see p.2, No. 2) +5VSB (standby) for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you do the clear-CMOS action. 16 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is Short Open placed on pins, the jumper is "Open". Note: To select +5VSB, it...
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... p.2, No. 15) These six Serial ATAII (SATAII) connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices. English 17 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the SATA data cable can support two...ports on the I/O panel, there are NOT jumpers. 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are two USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. SATAII_6 SATAII_4 SATAII_2 SATAII_5 SATAII_3 SATAII_1 Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB8_9) (see p.2 No. 19)...
... p.2, No. 15) These six Serial ATAII (SATAII) connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices. English 17 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the SATA data cable can support two...ports on the I/O panel, there are NOT jumpers. 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are two USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. SATAII_6 SATAII_4 SATAII_2 SATAII_5 SATAII_3 SATAII_1 Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB8_9) (see p.2 No. 19)...
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... system. To activate the front mic. B. E. G. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Please select "Front Mic" as the default record device. English 18 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard You don't need to install your voice through front mic, please deselect "Mute" icon in the Realtek Control panel. If you want to function correctly...
... system. To activate the front mic. B. E. G. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Please select "Front Mic" as the default record device. English 18 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard You don't need to install your voice through front mic, please deselect "Mute" icon in the Realtek Control panel. If you want to function correctly...
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.... 24) Please connect the chassis power LED to this connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. The LED is off ). Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it to Pin 1-3. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2, ...the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 13. 20-Pin ATX Power Supply Installation 1 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard 13 19 English The LED is operating. Please connect the fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to the ground pin...
.... 24) Please connect the chassis power LED to this connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. The LED is off ). Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it to Pin 1-3. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2, ...the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 13. 20-Pin ATX Power Supply Installation 1 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard 13 19 English The LED is operating. Please connect the fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to the ground pin...
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Though this connector. To use the 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 5. 8 5 4-Pin ATX 12V Power Supply Installation 4 1 English 20 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard ATX 12V Power Connector 8 5 (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.2 No. 1) 4 1 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can still work if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 12V power supply.
Though this connector. To use the 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 5. 8 5 4-Pin ATX 12V Power Supply Installation 4 1 English 20 ASRock H55iCafe Motherboard ATX 12V Power Connector 8 5 (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.2 No. 1) 4 1 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can still work if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 12V power supply.