F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 User's Manual
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Motherboard F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series • F1A55-M LX R2.0 • F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0
Motherboard F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series • F1A55-M LX R2.0 • F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0
F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 User's Manual
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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the APU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink ...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.4 Before you proceed 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-6 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-7 1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-8 1.6.1 Installing the APU 1-8 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink ...
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... memory if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio AMD® A- & E2- series accelerated... High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (continued on the APU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list. AMD® A55 FCH (Hudson D2) Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM slots support...
... memory if you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows® 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio AMD® A- & E2- series accelerated... High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking (continued on the APU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list. AMD® A55 FCH (Hudson D2) Dual-channel memory architecture 2 x 240-pin DIMM slots support...
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... Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. 100% All high-quality conductive polymer conductors (F1A55M LX PLUS R2.0 only) Precision Tweaker 2 - F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary USB ASUS unique features Special features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I/O ports AMD® A55 FCH southbridge: - 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at the mid-board...
... Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. 100% All high-quality conductive polymer conductors (F1A55M LX PLUS R2.0 only) Precision Tweaker 2 - F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary USB ASUS unique features Special features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I/O ports AMD® A55 FCH southbridge: - 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at the mid-board...
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F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports 1 x S/PDIF output connector 1 x Front panel audio ... power connector 64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.6, WfM 2.0, ACPI v3.0, SM BIOS v2.6 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-Virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.4 in (24.4 cm x 21.3 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series specifications summary Internal I/O connectors / buttons / switches BIOS Accessories Support DVD Form factor 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports 1 x S/PDIF output connector 1 x Front panel audio ... power connector 64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.6, WfM 2.0, ACPI v3.0, SM BIOS v2.6 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-Virus software (OEM version) uATX form factor: 9.6 in x 8.4 in (24.4 cm x 21.3 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...Application DVD Documentations ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series motherboards include F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 and F1A55-M LX R2.0 models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 only. •...support and accelerates data transfer rate up to enable accelerated performance and an industry-leading visual experience. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-1 series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 6000 series graphics. The ...
...Application DVD Documentations ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard Support DVD User Manual • F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series motherboards include F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 and F1A55-M LX R2.0 models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 only. •...support and accelerates data transfer rate up to enable accelerated performance and an industry-leading visual experience. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-1 series accelerated processors with AMD® Radeon™ HD 6000 series graphics. The ...
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... the CPU fan speed according to different ambient temperatures caused by world-renowned ASUS quality, it creates an all-round platform for flexible system tuning. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-3 The Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard...
... the CPU fan speed according to different ambient temperatures caused by world-renowned ASUS quality, it creates an all-round platform for flexible system tuning. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-3 The Network iControl feature does not support Windows® XP/Vista operating systems. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design protects expensive devices and the motherboard...
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... The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Onboard LED ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate...
... The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any motherboard component. F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Onboard LED ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the onboard LED. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to indicate...
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... DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 24.4cm(9.6in) LPT VGA 3 USB34 USBPW1-6 LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN 7 AUDIO F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 RTL 8111E Super I/O PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 CLRTC PCI1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power SB_PWR SATA3G_4 8 AMD® A55 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 7 ALC 887 AAFP PCIEX16_2 USBPW7-12 USB1112.../LED 8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-5 1-25 1-23 1-27 1-26 1-19 1-26 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-7
... DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 24.4cm(9.6in) LPT VGA 3 USB34 USBPW1-6 LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN 7 AUDIO F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 RTL 8111E Super I/O PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 CLRTC PCI1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power SB_PWR SATA3G_4 8 AMD® A55 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 7 ALC 887 AAFP PCIEX16_2 USBPW7-12 USB1112.../LED 8. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-5 1-25 1-23 1-27 1-26 1-19 1-26 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-7
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... package. When the APU is locked. 6. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-9 The lever clicks on the motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to secure the APU. CPU_FAN F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to plug...
... package. When the APU is locked. 6. CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-9 The lever clicks on the motherboard. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to secure the APU. CPU_FAN F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to plug...
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... the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-11 3.
... the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-11 3.
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...4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. • Memory module with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - The stability and compatibility ... socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs • • 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Install a maximum of accessing information from a memory module. F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2250(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) SS/DS DS ...
...4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. • Memory module with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - The stability and compatibility ... socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs • • 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Install a maximum of accessing information from a memory module. F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2250(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) SS/DS DS ...
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...; • - - • • - - • • - - • • 9 - • • 8 - • • 9 - • • - - • • 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • - - • • - - • • - - • • ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-15 GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N - - - - H5TQ2G83BFRH9C KKB8FNWBFGNX27A KFC8FMFXFDXX-15A KFC8FNLXF-DXX15A KFC8FNMXFBXX-15A KKB8FNWBFGNX26A KFC8FNLXF-DXX15A KFC8FNMXFBXX-15A J1108BDBG-DJ-F H5TQ2G83AFRH9C J1108BFBG-DJ-F D1288JPNDPLD9U J1108BDSE-DJ...
...; • - - • • - - • • - - • • 9 - • • 8 - • • 9 - • • - - • • 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • - - • • - - • • - - • • ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-15 GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N - - - - H5TQ2G83BFRH9C KKB8FNWBFGNX27A KFC8FMFXFDXX-15A KFC8FNLXF-DXX15A KFC8FNMXFBXX-15A KKB8FNWBFGNX26A KFC8FNLXF-DXX15A KFC8FNMXFBXX-15A J1108BDBG-DJ-F H5TQ2G83AFRH9C J1108BFBG-DJ-F D1288JPNDPLD9U J1108BDSE-DJ...
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... DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is keyed with extra force. 1 2. DIMM notch ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-17 Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1.
... DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is keyed with extra force. 1 2. DIMM notch ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-17 Locked Retaining Clip 1.7.4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: 1.
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...reset parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Except.... Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-19 See page 1-23 for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you to ...
...reset parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Except.... Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-19 See page 1-23 for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you to ...
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... Speaker Out Mic In - 6-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 8-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-21 This port connects a microphone. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo port (purple/green). Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD...
... Speaker Out Mic In - 6-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 8-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-21 This port connects a microphone. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo port (purple/green). Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD...
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...Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V and that you are designed to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-23 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for details. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-...GND GND GND +5 Volts PSON# GND GND +3 Volts -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 ATX power connectors • We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. 2. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you intend to...
...Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V and that you are designed to connect the 4-pin ATX +12V power plug. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-23 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12V) These connectors are for details. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-...GND GND GND +5 Volts PSON# GND GND +3 Volts -12 Volts +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 ATX power connectors • We recommend that the 20-pin power plug can provide at http://support.asus. 2. This PSU type has 24-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • If you intend to...
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... activity LED (2-pin +HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Ground Reset +HDLED RESET F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. PLED... PWRBTN PLED+ PLEDPWR GND F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 F_PANEL PIN 1 HD_LED+ HD_LED- The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the ... (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is read from or written to this connector. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-25 5.
... activity LED (2-pin +HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Ground Reset +HDLED RESET F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. PLED... PWRBTN PLED+ PLEDPWR GND F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 F_PANEL PIN 1 HD_LED+ HD_LED- The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for the ... (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is read from or written to this connector. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-25 5.
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... 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-27 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for...
... 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P11USB_P11+ GND USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series 1-27 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for...
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.... Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. b. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 VER: 0303 File Path: fs0:\ Drive... Exit DATE: 05/07/2012 F1A55MP2.CAP File Info MODEL: F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Help Info VER: 0303 DATE: 05/07/12 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit 2-2 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Enter...
.... Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. b. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 VER: 0303 File Path: fs0:\ Drive... Exit DATE: 05/07/2012 F1A55MP2.CAP File Info MODEL: F1A55-M LX PLUS R2.0 Help Info VER: 0303 DATE: 05/07/12 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit 2-2 ASUS F1A55-M LX R2.0 Series Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. Enter...