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Supports HDMI with max. Supports RGB with max. Maximum shared memory of 1920x1600@60Hz - resolution of 2048MB - A55BM-PLUS specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU Support Expansion slots AMD® FM2+ socket for AMD® A-Series... Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS A55BM-PLUS motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Manual If any of the above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in A-Series APU Multi-...
Supports HDMI with max. Supports RGB with max. Maximum shared memory of 1920x1600@60Hz - resolution of 2048MB - A55BM-PLUS specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU Support Expansion slots AMD® FM2+ socket for AMD® A-Series... Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS A55BM-PLUS motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield Support DVD User Manual If any of the above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in A-Series APU Multi-...
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... ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in soft-off mode. A55BM-PLUS SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off A55BM-PLUS Onboard LED ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power...
... ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in soft-off mode. A55BM-PLUS SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off A55BM-PLUS Onboard LED ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate that you should shut down the system and unplug the power...
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To uninstall the APU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-7
To uninstall the APU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-7
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... standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for the latest QVL. 1.4.3 1 Installing a DIMM 2 3 ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-9 To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system... stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value.
... standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for the latest QVL. 1.4.3 1 Installing a DIMM 2 3 ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-9 To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system... stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Visit the ASUS website at: www.asus.com for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value.
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... cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. PCI slot - - - - Realtek 8111G - AMD FCH SATA Controller - - - shared AMD FCH USB2.0 Controller - HD Audio Controller shared - - - ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-11 PCIEx1_1 shared - - - - - -- shared - - - AMD FCH USB1.1 Controller - - shared - shared - - Onboard VGA - shared - - - - -- shared - - shared - - - -- IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F GH PCIEx16_1 - - ASMedia USB3.0 Controller...
... cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. PCI slot - - - - Realtek 8111G - AMD FCH SATA Controller - - - shared AMD FCH USB2.0 Controller - HD Audio Controller shared - - - ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-11 PCIEx1_1 shared - - - - - -- shared - - - AMD FCH USB1.1 Controller - - shared - shared - - Onboard VGA - shared - - - - -- shared - - shared - - - -- IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F GH PCIEx16_1 - - ASMedia USB3.0 Controller...
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...the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the system to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after turning on the computer. A55BM-PLUS Memok! function. • The MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and tests the next set ...that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or open-case system. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-13 Press and hold the MemOK! function. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK!...
...the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the system to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after turning on the computer. A55BM-PLUS Memok! function. • The MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and tests the next set ...that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on a bare or open-case system. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-13 Press and hold the MemOK! function. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK!...
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...-45) port. Line In port (light blue). In the 4.1, 5.1, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration. Microphone port (pink). ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-15 This 15-pin port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. This port connects to the audio configuration table on the next page for a VGA monitor or...
...-45) port. Line In port (light blue). In the 4.1, 5.1, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration. Microphone port (pink). ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-15 This 15-pin port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. This port connects to the audio configuration table on the next page for a VGA monitor or...
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...the pins labeled "Intruder" are not jumpers! 1.9.2 Internal connectors 1. These are shorted with a jumper cap. CHASSIS A55BM-PLUS PIN 1 A55BM-PLUS Chassis intrusion connector +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-17 Connect one end of maximum 2A (24W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU_FAN and chassis... fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert2 feature. 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, and 4-pin CHA_FAN1~2) ...
...the pins labeled "Intruder" are not jumpers! 1.9.2 Internal connectors 1. These are shorted with a jumper cap. CHASSIS A55BM-PLUS PIN 1 A55BM-PLUS Chassis intrusion connector +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-17 Connect one end of maximum 2A (24W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU_FAN and chassis... fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert2 feature. 2. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, and 4-pin CHA_FAN1~2) ...
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...Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to AHCI mode by default. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-19 See section 2.6.2 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. See section 2.6.2 SATA Configuration for ... must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set to [RAID]. A55BM-PLUS SATA3G_6 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND SATA3G_5 GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND SATA3G_4 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4...
...Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to AHCI mode by default. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-19 See section 2.6.2 SATA Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. See section 2.6.2 SATA Configuration for ... must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set to [RAID]. A55BM-PLUS SATA3G_6 GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXN6 RSATA_RXP6 GND SATA3G_5 GND RSATA_TXP5 RSATA_TXN5 GND RSATA_RXN5 RSATA_RXP5 GND SATA3G_4 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4...
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...PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A55BM-PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition A55BM-PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module...panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to this connector. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-21 +5V SPDIFOUT GND 7. A55BM-PLUS SPDIF_OUT A55BM-PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector ...
...PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A55BM-PLUS HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition A55BM-PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module...panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to this connector. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-21 +5V SPDIFOUT GND 7. A55BM-PLUS SPDIF_OUT A55BM-PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector ...
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COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI A55BM-PLUS A55BM-PLUS Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices .... 10. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is purchased separately. 11. AFD ERR# INIT# SLIN# GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND A55BM-PLUS LPT PIN 1 STB# PD0 PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT A55BM-PLUS Parallel Port Connector ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-23
COM PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI A55BM-PLUS A55BM-PLUS Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is for a serial (COM) port. LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices .... 10. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is purchased separately. 11. AFD ERR# INIT# SLIN# GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND A55BM-PLUS LPT PIN 1 STB# PD0 PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 ACK# BUSY PE SLCT A55BM-PLUS Parallel Port Connector ASUS A55BM-PLUS 1-23
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... motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot...
... motherboard's softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-1 Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot...
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...on the system. 2. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or... DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to recover BIOS settings. Turn off the computer and...copy the current BIOS file that contains the BIOS file to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-3
...on the system. 2. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or... DVD may not be the latest version. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to recover BIOS settings. Turn off the computer and...copy the current BIOS file that contains the BIOS file to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-3
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.... • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. 4. 3. When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-5 Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the...
.... • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. 4. 3. When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-5 Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the...
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...the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Advanced functions Boot device ASUS Optimal mode mode priority Advanced mode menus Normal mode Selects the boot priority Loads optimized default device Displays the system properties •... be changed. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Selects the display language of the Advanced Mode. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for details. Refer to the system. The default screen for the detailed configurations. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-7
...the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Advanced functions Boot device ASUS Optimal mode mode priority Advanced mode menus Normal mode Selects the boot priority Loads optimized default device Displays the system properties •... be changed. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Selects the display language of the Advanced Mode. Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for details. Refer to the system. The default screen for the detailed configurations. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-7
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... done in BIOS. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the field opposite the item. A configurable field is your favorite BIOS items. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-9 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is not user-configurable. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner...
... done in BIOS. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of the field opposite the item. A configurable field is your favorite BIOS items. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-9 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items. If an item is not user-configurable. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner...
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..., then press . 3. After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. To change a user password: 1. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-11 Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen...
..., then press . 3. After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. To change a user password: 1. ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-11 Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen...
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.... 2.5.3 APU Multiplier [Auto] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR32133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system...
.... 2.5.3 APU Multiplier [Auto] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR32133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system...
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...+ VRM CPU Load Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line Calibration is defined by AMD VRM specifications and affects CPU voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-15 The values range from 1.2000V to 1.8000V with a 0.150V interval. 2.5.11 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Southbridge 1.1V voltage. CPU...
...+ VRM CPU Load Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line Calibration is defined by AMD VRM specifications and affects CPU voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] ASUS A55BM-PLUS 2-15 The values range from 1.2000V to 1.8000V with a 0.150V interval. 2.5.11 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Southbridge 1.1V voltage. CPU...