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... Screen Logo [Enabled 2-26 2.7.3 Post Delay Time [3 sec 2-27 2.7.4 Bootup NumLock State [On 2-27 2.7.5 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-27 2.7.6 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-27 2.7.7 Interrupt 19 Capture [Postponed 2-27 2.7.8 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-27 2.7.9 CSM Parameters 2-28 2.7.10 Secure Boot 2-28 2.7.11 Boot Option Priorities 2-29 2.7.12 Boot...
... Screen Logo [Enabled 2-26 2.7.3 Post Delay Time [3 sec 2-27 2.7.4 Bootup NumLock State [On 2-27 2.7.5 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-27 2.7.6 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-27 2.7.7 Interrupt 19 Capture [Postponed 2-27 2.7.8 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-27 2.7.9 CSM Parameters 2-28 2.7.10 Secure Boot 2-28 2.7.11 Boot Option Priorities 2-29 2.7.12 Boot...
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... include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are also provided. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when...
... include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are also provided. How this guide This user guide contains the information you need when...
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A55M-A Series specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS USB 3.0 Boost (A55M-A/USB3 only) DIGI+ Power Control: Digital Power Design for the APU ASUS 3+2 Phase Power Design Network iControl ASUS EPU ASUS AI Suite II ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink Solution ASUS ESD ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 100% All high-quality conductive...
A55M-A Series specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS USB 3.0 Boost (A55M-A/USB3 only) DIGI+ Power Control: Digital Power Design for the APU ASUS 3+2 Phase Power Design Network iControl ASUS EPU ASUS AI Suite II ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode ASUS Anti-Surge Protection ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink Solution ASUS ESD ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2™ 100% All high-quality conductive...
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... AAFP USBPWF USB56 USB34 AMD® A55 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 32Mb BIOS CLRTC SPEAKER F_PANEL EATXPWR ASUS A55M-A Series motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • A55M-A Series motherboards include A55M-A and A55M-A/USB3 models. xi Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above items...
... AAFP USBPWF USB56 USB34 AMD® A55 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 32Mb BIOS CLRTC SPEAKER F_PANEL EATXPWR ASUS A55M-A Series motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • A55M-A Series motherboards include A55M-A and A55M-A/USB3 models. xi Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above items...
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... selectable modes and native support for downloads. It allows you to avoid network congestion and long-waits for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Network iControl With a single-click on different ambient temperatures, resulting in use helpful utilities. Within the profile, programs can prioritize your favorite software...
... selectable modes and native support for downloads. It allows you to avoid network congestion and long-waits for hard drives larger than the traditional BIOS versions. 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Network iControl With a single-click on different ambient temperatures, resulting in use helpful utilities. Within the profile, programs can prioritize your favorite software...
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ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. USB 3.0 Boost (A55M-A/USB3 only) With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is significantly increased, adding to personalize your system. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction. ASUS A55M-A Series 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file from a USB storage device that contains the BIOS file.
ASUS MyLogo2™ Turn your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos to an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed. USB 3.0 Boost (A55M-A/USB3 only) With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is significantly increased, adding to personalize your system. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction. ASUS A55M-A Series 1-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file from a USB storage device that contains the BIOS file.
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1.3.3 Motherboard layout A55M-A Series motherboards include A55M-A and A55M-A/USB3 models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for A55MA/USB3 only. 1 2 3 4 5 18.8cm(7.4in) KBMS HDMI ATX12V CPU_FAN CHA_FAN DIGI +VRM ...DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM2 DVI_VGA USB1112 23.6cm(9.3in) LAN1_USB12 ASM 1042 EATXPWR KB_USBWB AUDIO 2 A55M-A/USB3 PCIEX16 RTL 8111F Super I/O PCIEX1_1 BATTERY PCI1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 AMD® A55 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 6 SB_PWR ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 USBPWF 32Mb...
1.3.3 Motherboard layout A55M-A Series motherboards include A55M-A and A55M-A/USB3 models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for A55MA/USB3 only. 1 2 3 4 5 18.8cm(7.4in) KBMS HDMI ATX12V CPU_FAN CHA_FAN DIGI +VRM ...DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM2 DVI_VGA USB1112 23.6cm(9.3in) LAN1_USB12 ASM 1042 EATXPWR KB_USBWB AUDIO 2 A55M-A/USB3 PCIEX16 RTL 8111F Super I/O PCIEX1_1 BATTERY PCI1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 AMD® A55 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 6 SB_PWR ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 USBPWF 32Mb...
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... the screw for the card. 2. Secure the card to install expansion cards. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. 1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Install the software drivers for information on shared slots, ...1. Turn on the slot. 5. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.5 ...
... the screw for the card. 2. Secure the card to install expansion cards. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. When using PCI cards on BIOS setup. 2. 1.6 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you removed earlier. 6. Install the software drivers for information on shared slots, ...1. Turn on the slot. 5. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Align the card connector with the PCI Express specifications. 1.6.5 ...
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... 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC A55M-A/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Removing the cap will cause system boot ...RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. After ... remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 2-3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then...
... 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC A55M-A/USB3 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Removing the cap will cause system boot ...RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. After ... remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 2-3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then...
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... would not power up ASUS A55M-A Series 1-21 This feature requires an ATX power supply that can wake up feature. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. 2. KB_USBPWB 12 23 A55M-A/USB3 +5V +5VSB (Default) A55M-A/USB3 Keyboard and USB...USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPFW) Set these jumpers to +5V to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. A55M-A/USB3 USBPWF 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) A55M-A/USB3 USB device wake up • The USB device wake-up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to...
... would not power up ASUS A55M-A Series 1-21 This feature requires an ATX power supply that can wake up feature. Set to +5VSB to wake up from S1 sleep mode (CPU stopped, DRAM refreshed, system running in sleep mode. 2. KB_USBPWB 12 23 A55M-A/USB3 +5V +5VSB (Default) A55M-A/USB3 Keyboard and USB...USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPFW) Set these jumpers to +5V to CPU, DRAM in slow refresh, power supply in the BIOS. A55M-A/USB3 USBPWF 12 23 +5V +5VSB (Default) A55M-A/USB3 USB device wake up • The USB device wake-up the computer from S3 and S4 sleep modes (no power to...
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...® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to AHCI mode by default. 3. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G 1~6) These connectors are set to [RAID]. If you... RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND A55M-A/USB3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND A55M-A/USB3 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for the Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables for details. ASUS A55M-A Series 1-25
...® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using hot-plug and NCQ, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to AHCI mode by default. 3. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G 1~6) These connectors are set to [RAID]. If you... RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND A55M-A/USB3 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND A55M-A/USB3 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for the Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables for details. ASUS A55M-A Series 1-25
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...The front panel audio I/O module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND A55M-A/USB3 SPDIF_OUT A55M-A/USB3 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)... the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to this connector. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A55M-A/USB3 AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 HD-audio... to connect a high definition front panel audio module to [HD]. ASUS A55M-A Series 1-27 6.
...The front panel audio I/O module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND A55M-A/USB3 SPDIF_OUT A55M-A/USB3 Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)... the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to this connector. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L A55M-A/USB3 AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 HD-audio... to connect a high definition front panel audio module to [HD]. ASUS A55M-A Series 1-27 6.
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...Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to install If Autorun is NOT enabled on your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. ASUS A55M-A Series 1-29 The following screen is enabled in your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you install Windows® ... the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to change at www.asus.com for updates. If Autorun is for better compatibility and system stability. • BIOS and drivers updates are subject to avail all motherboard features. Refer to display their respective...
...Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to install If Autorun is NOT enabled on your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. ASUS A55M-A Series 1-29 The following screen is enabled in your OS documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that you install Windows® ... the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to change at www.asus.com for updates. If Autorun is for better compatibility and system stability. • BIOS and drivers updates are subject to avail all motherboard features. Refer to display their respective...
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... > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. The Specials menu appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes with...
... > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. The Specials menu appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is a utility that comes with...
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... instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you wish to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS A55M-A Series Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that contains the latest BIOS file to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Updating from...
... instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you wish to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS A55M-A Series Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that contains the latest BIOS file to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Updating from...
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... system while updating the BIOS! The utility automatically checks the devices for A55M-A USB3). • The BIOS file in the removable device into A55MA.CAP (for A55M-A) or A55MAUSB3.CAP (for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery...
... system while updating the BIOS! The utility automatically checks the devices for A55M-A USB3). • The BIOS file in the removable device into A55MA.CAP (for A55M-A) or A55MAUSB3.CAP (for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery...
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... your computer. Booting the system in DOS environment 1. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS A55M-A Series This utility also allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to update BIOS in DOS environment. The succeeding utility screens are...
... your computer. Booting the system in DOS environment 1. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS A55M-A Series This utility also allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you to update BIOS in DOS environment. The succeeding utility screens are...
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... the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Restart your computer. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. Are you to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.30 Current ROM BOARD: A55M-A/USB3 VER: 0202 DATE: 01/13/2013 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE...
... the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Restart your computer. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-5 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. Are you to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.30 Current ROM BOARD: A55M-A/USB3 VER: 0202 DATE: 01/13/2013 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE...
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... from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in using the first two options. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to turn the system off then back on your screen.... to your data or system. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under the Exit Menu. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys... on how to ensure system compatibility and stability. If you in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-6 ASUS A55M-A Series
... from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in using the first two options. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to turn the system off then back on your screen.... to your data or system. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under the Exit Menu. Using the power button, reset button, or the ++ keys... on how to ensure system compatibility and stability. If you in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-6 ASUS A55M-A Series
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... to the Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the system. The default screen for details. Selects the display language of.../motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or ... device priority Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press ...
... to the Setup Mode item in section 2.7 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the system. The default screen for details. Selects the display language of.../motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or ... device priority Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press ...