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Contents 1 Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Two CrossFireXTM Graphics Card Support List 10 1.4 Motherboard Layout 11 1.5 I/O Panel 12 2 Installation 13 2.1 Screw Holes 13 2.2 Pre-installation Precautions 13 2.3 CPU Installation 14 2.4 Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan 16 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 17 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 19 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM...
Contents 1 Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Two CrossFireXTM Graphics Card Support List 10 1.4 Motherboard Layout 11 1.5 I/O Panel 12 2 Installation 13 2.1 Screw Holes 13 2.2 Pre-installation Precautions 13 2.3 CPU Installation 14 2.4 Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan 16 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 17 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 19 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM...
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... 48 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 48 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 49 3.2 Main Screen 49 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 50 3.4 Advanced Screen 53 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 54 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 56 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 57 3.4.4 IDE Configuration 58 3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration 60 3.4.6 Floppy Configuration 61 3.4.7 Super ...3.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration 64 3.7 Security Screen 65 3.8 Exit Screen 66 4 Software Support 67 4.1 Install Operating System 67 4.2 Support CD Information 67 4.2.1 Running Support CD 67 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 67 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 67 4.2.4 Contact Information 67 4
... 48 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 48 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 49 3.2 Main Screen 49 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 50 3.4 Advanced Screen 53 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 54 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 56 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 57 3.4.4 IDE Configuration 58 3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration 60 3.4.6 Floppy Configuration 61 3.4.7 Super ...3.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration 64 3.7 Security Screen 65 3.8 Exit Screen 66 4 Software Support 67 4.1 Install Operating System 67 4.2 Support CD Information 67 4.2.1 Running Support CD 67 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 67 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 67 4.2.4 Contact Information 67 4
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...for a 3.5-in , 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) ASRock P55 Pro Quick Installation Guide ASRock P55 Pro Support CD 1 x 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable 1 x Ribbon Cable for purchasing ASRock P55 Pro motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In case any modifications of this ... design conforming to ASRock's commitment to BIOS setup and information of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to change without further notice. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice....
...for a 3.5-in , 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) ASRock P55 Pro Quick Installation Guide ASRock P55 Pro Support CD 1 x 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable 1 x Ribbon Cable for purchasing ASRock P55 Pro motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In case any modifications of this ... design conforming to ASRock's commitment to BIOS setup and information of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to change without further notice. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice....
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...Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology - Intel® P55 - capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 1) - Premium Blu-ray audio support - All Solid Capacitor design (100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors) - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 4) - Supports... Port with Content Protection - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 5) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at x16 mode) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode, 2.5GT/s) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots (2.5GT/s) - 2 x PCI slots - Supports EM64T CPU - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory ...
...Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology - Intel® P55 - capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 1) - Premium Blu-ray audio support - All Solid Capacitor design (100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors) - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 4) - Supports... Port with Content Protection - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 5) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at x16 mode) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (at x4 mode, 2.5GT/s) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots (2.5GT/s) - 2 x PCI slots - Supports EM64T CPU - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory ...
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HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in header - Supports Smart BIOS - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 11) - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) - Supports jumperfree - O. ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 12) 7 Hybrid Booster: - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V...
HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in header - Supports Smart BIOS - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 11) - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) - Supports jumperfree - O. ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 12) 7 Hybrid Booster: - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V...
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... Threading Technology", please check page 55. 2. Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) - For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 14) - Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.) (see CAUTION 13) - Good Night LED Hardware - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control - FCC, CE, WHQL - We are not responsible for proper...
... Threading Technology", please check page 55. 2. Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) - For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 14) - Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.) (see CAUTION 13) - Good Night LED Hardware - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control - FCC, CE, WHQL - We are not responsible for proper...
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...fastener clockwise, then press down the fasteners without rotating them clockwise, the heatsink cannot be noticed that supports Intel 1156-Pin CPU. Apply thermal interface material onto center of your CPU fan and heatsink. Fan cables on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 11, No. 37). Ensure ... with tie-wrap to ensure cable does not interfere with 1156-Pin socket that this motherboard supports Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.), which provides the flexible option to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan. 16 Please be secured on the motherboard.
...fastener clockwise, then press down the fasteners without rotating them clockwise, the heatsink cannot be noticed that supports Intel 1156-Pin CPU. Apply thermal interface material onto center of your CPU fan and heatsink. Fan cables on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 11, No. 37). Ensure ... with tie-wrap to ensure cable does not interfere with 1156-Pin socket that this motherboard supports Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.), which provides the flexible option to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan. 16 Please be secured on the motherboard.
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... this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard, please connect it to Pin 1-3. Chassis and Power Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.11 No. 7) GND +12V ... Pin 1 and Pin 13. 20-Pin ATX Power Supply Installation 1 13 28 Though this connector and match the black wire to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function.
... this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard, please connect it to Pin 1-3. Chassis and Power Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.11 No. 7) GND +12V ... Pin 1 and Pin 13. 20-Pin ATX Power Supply Installation 1 13 28 Though this connector and match the black wire to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function.
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...memory in the system. 3C Mid POST initialization of chipset registers. 40 Detect different devices (Parallel ports, serial ports, and coprocessor in CPU, etc.) successfully installed in the system and update the BDA, EBDA, etc. 50 Programming the memory hole or any OEM specific information...needed . Set the window for displaying text information. 37 Displaying sign-on message, CPU information, setup key message, and any kind of chipset registers. 8D Build ACPI tables (if ACPI is supported) 8E Program the peripheral parameters. Also, Check for total memory installed in NVRam....
...memory in the system. 3C Mid POST initialization of chipset registers. 40 Detect different devices (Parallel ports, serial ports, and coprocessor in CPU, etc.) successfully installed in the system and update the BDA, EBDA, etc. 50 Programming the memory hole or any OEM specific information...needed . Set the window for displaying text information. 37 Displaying sign-on message, CPU information, setup key message, and any kind of chipset registers. 8D Build ACPI tables (if ACPI is supported) 8E Program the peripheral parameters. Also, Check for total memory installed in NVRam....
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... setup to set the selection from [Auto] to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 47 2.21 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking...
... setup to set the selection from [Auto] to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 47 2.21 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking...
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... (C1). This option will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Intel (R) Virtualization Technology. The C1 state is unlocked, you changing the ratio value of the system caches. CPU Thermal Throttling You may select [Enabled] to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual... data pages from the chipset. This option will find this item appear to allow you will be hidden if the current CPU does not support No-Excute Memory Protection. 54 In the C1 power state, the processor maintains the context of this option is an enhancement...
... (C1). This option will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Intel (R) Virtualization Technology. The C1 state is unlocked, you changing the ratio value of the system caches. CPU Thermal Throttling You may select [Enabled] to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual... data pages from the chipset. This option will find this item appear to allow you will be hidden if the current CPU does not support No-Excute Memory Protection. 54 In the C1 power state, the processor maintains the context of this option is an enhancement...
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... XP, VistaTM, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher. Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. This item will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology. Please set the "Power Schemes" as Microsoft® Windows® XP or VistaTM. Processor can manage each core can ...mode allows processor cores to enable power savings. Please note that includes optimization for individual core savings to be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. is [All]. The default value is achieved by making the power and thermal control unit part ...
... XP, VistaTM, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher. Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. This item will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology. Please set the "Power Schemes" as Microsoft® Windows® XP or VistaTM. Processor can manage each core can ...mode allows processor cores to enable power savings. Please note that includes optimization for individual core savings to be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. is [All]. The default value is achieved by making the power and thermal control unit part ...
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...CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you require technical support related to this manual will be found in the user manual presented in Floppy Drive 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock P55 Pro...you for a 3.5-in the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in, 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) ASRock P55 Pro Quick Installation Guide ASRock P55 Pro Support CD 1 x 80-conductor ...
...CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you require technical support related to this manual will be found in the user manual presented in Floppy Drive 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock P55 Pro...you for a 3.5-in the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in, 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm) ASRock P55 Pro Quick Installation Guide ASRock P55 Pro Support CD 1 x 80-conductor ...
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...ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard English Realtek RTL8111DL - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in the LGA1156 Package - Max. Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 2) - Premium Blu-ray audio support - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Intel® P55... Polymer Capacitors) - Supports DDR3 2600+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600/ 1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered memory - DAC with 110dB dynamic range (ALC890 Audio Codec) - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot...
...ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard English Realtek RTL8111DL - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in the LGA1156 Package - Max. Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 2) - Premium Blu-ray audio support - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Intel® P55... Polymer Capacitors) - Supports DDR3 2600+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600/ 1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered memory - DAC with 110dB dynamic range (ALC890 Audio Codec) - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot...
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... with LED BIOS Feature - 16Mb AMI BIOS - Supports I. Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 12) 6 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 11) - AMI Legal BIOS - CPU, VCCM, SB, VTT, VCCM REF, PCH_PLL Voltage Multi-adjustment - Instant Boot - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX...
... with LED BIOS Feature - 16Mb AMI BIOS - Supports I. Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 12) 6 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 11) - AMI Legal BIOS - CPU, VCCM, SB, VTT, VCCM REF, PCH_PLL Voltage Multi-adjustment - Instant Boot - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX...
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... Please realize that only support up to DDR3 1333, the XMP DDR3 1600 is no such limitation. 5. CAUTION! 1. Before you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to the components and devices of your system. English 7 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 14) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU Quiet Fan - Overclocking...
... Please realize that only support up to DDR3 1333, the XMP DDR3 1600 is no such limitation. 5. CAUTION! 1. Before you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to the components and devices of your system. English 7 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 14) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU Quiet Fan - Overclocking...
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... the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 13. According to 8 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard English You can press key during the POST or press key to BIOS setup menu to define the power consumption for USB 2.0 works fine under 1.00W in the support CD to adjust your system by European Union to...
... the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 13. According to 8 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard English You can press key during the POST or press key to BIOS setup menu to define the power consumption for USB 2.0 works fine under 1.00W in the support CD to adjust your system by European Union to...
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...the heatsink onto the socket. Ensure fan cables are for 1156-Pin CPU. Verify that this motherboard supports Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.), which provides the flexible option to illustrate the installation of your CPU fan and heatsink. While pressing down on the motherboard. Step 4. Apply...with the motherboard throughholes. Secure load lever with thumb to the instruction manuals of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan. 12 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard English Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down lightly on the socket surface. Step 5. Step 4. Step 4-2. ...
...the heatsink onto the socket. Ensure fan cables are for 1156-Pin CPU. Verify that this motherboard supports Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.), which provides the flexible option to illustrate the installation of your CPU fan and heatsink. While pressing down on the motherboard. Step 4. Apply...with the motherboard throughholes. Secure load lever with thumb to the instruction manuals of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan. 12 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard English Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down lightly on the socket surface. Step 5. Step 4. Step 4-2. ...
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...adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard, please connect it can work successfully even without...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 13 24 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard English Chassis and Power Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.2 No. 7) (3-pin CHA_FAN2) (see p.2 No. 8) Please connect the fan ...
...adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard, please connect it can work successfully even without...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 13 24 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard English Chassis and Power Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.2 No. 7) (3-pin CHA_FAN2) (see p.2 No. 8) Please connect the fan ...
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...config display if needed. A0 Check boot password if installed. A2 Takes care of chipset registers. 8D Build ACPI tables (if ACPI is supported) 8E Program the peripheral parameters. Fill the free area in memory test. Prepares the runtime language module. Disables the system configuration display if... boot module. AB Prepare BBS for Extended BIOS Data Area from memory found in F000h segment with 0FFh. English 29 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard Initialize the CPU's before booting to the user and gets the user response for error. 87 Execute BIOS setup if needed .
...config display if needed. A0 Check boot password if installed. A2 Takes care of chipset registers. 8D Build ACPI tables (if ACPI is supported) 8E Program the peripheral parameters. Fill the free area in memory test. Prepares the runtime language module. Disables the system configuration display if... boot module. AB Prepare BBS for Extended BIOS Data Area from memory found in F000h segment with 0FFh. English 29 ASRock P55 Pro Motherboard Initialize the CPU's before booting to the user and gets the user response for error. 87 Execute BIOS setup if needed .