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...PRODUCT. Products and corporate names appearing in writing by the purchaser for backup purposes, without any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; All Rights Reserved. Product warranty or service will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software ...licenses. If however you wish to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE...
...PRODUCT. Products and corporate names appearing in writing by the purchaser for backup purposes, without any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; All Rights Reserved. Product warranty or service will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software ...licenses. If however you wish to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ii SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE...
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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vi F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary viii Package contents...x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Hybrid DIGI+ VRM 1-1 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-4 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.3.4 Layout ... 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 iii
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vi F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary viii Package contents...x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ASUS Hybrid DIGI+ VRM 1-1 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-2 1.2 Before you proceed 1-4 1.3 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.3.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.3.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.3.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.3.4 Layout ... 1.9.2 Support DVD information 1-28 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 iii
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... DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz memory modules * The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the LIano APU Supports D-Sub with HD audio module in the front panel to...2.0 support* * The AMD® Turbo Core Technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) viii resolution up to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list. F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB AMD® A- & E2- We recommend a ...
... DDR3 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz memory modules * The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the LIano APU Supports D-Sub with HD audio module in the front panel to...2.0 support* * The AMD® Turbo Core Technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) viii resolution up to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list. F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary APU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB AMD® A- & E2- We recommend a ...
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F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary ASUS unique features Special features Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Support DVD Form factor EPU AI Suite II Anti-Surge ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring user-friendly graphics interface ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Network iControl ASUS MyLogo 2 Hybrid DIGI+ VRM 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors...
F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series specifications summary ASUS unique features Special features Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS Support DVD Form factor EPU AI Suite II Anti-Surge ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring user-friendly graphics interface ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Network iControl ASUS MyLogo 2 Hybrid DIGI+ VRM 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors...
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...® A55 SATA3G_2 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_1 ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series motherboard User Manual 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
...® A55 SATA3G_2 SPEAKER F_PANEL SATA3G_1 ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series motherboard User Manual 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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... is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. 1.6 Expansion slots In the future... 1.6.3 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express...
... is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the PCI Express specifications. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. 1.6 Expansion slots In the future... 1.6.3 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express...
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... power supply are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V and that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at ...power is for your system, refer to fit these connectors in only one orientation. SPEAKER +5V GND GND Speaker Out F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 Speaker out connector 3. ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 1-23 Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • DO NOT forget...
... power supply are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at least 15 A on +12 V and that you use an ATX 12V Specification 2.0‑compliant power supply unit (PSU) with 20-pin and 4-pin power plugs, ensure that the 20-pin power plug can provide at ...power is for your system, refer to fit these connectors in only one orientation. SPEAKER +5V GND GND Speaker Out F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 Speaker out connector 3. ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 1-23 Otherwise, the system will not boot up if the power is inadequate. • DO NOT forget...
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... USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 1-27 7. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The... install the module to the USB connectors. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed.
... USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND F1A55-M LX3 PLUS R2.0 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 1-27 7. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The... install the module to the USB connectors. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480Mbps connection speed.
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... submenu, select the item and press or double-click the item. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that do not fit on the screen. Use the navigation keys to display a pop-up window Select a menu item and press to select...
... submenu, select the item and press or double-click the item. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-9 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that do not fit on the screen. Use the navigation keys to display a pop-up window Select a menu item and press to select...
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...options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. This item allows you to set the DRAM timing control features. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] The actual... boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Configuration options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to adjust the value. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 2-14 ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control The...
...options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. This item allows you to set the DRAM timing control features. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] The actual... boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Configuration options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to adjust the value. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 2-14 ASUS F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series 2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control The...
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... CE marking Ver. 121001 (EC conformity marking) Position : CEO Name : Jerry Shen Declaration Date: Dec. 10, 2012 Year to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart C, Intentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart E, Intentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This... : ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Motherboard Model name : F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 conform with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608...
... CE marking Ver. 121001 (EC conformity marking) Position : CEO Name : Jerry Shen Declaration Date: Dec. 10, 2012 Year to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart C, Intentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart E, Intentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This... : ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Motherboard Model name : F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 conform with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608...
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...specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with the essential requirements of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Operation is subject to the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : F1A55-M LX3... PLUS R2.0 conform with part 15 of the FCC Rules. A-5 F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 ...
...specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with the essential requirements of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Operation is subject to the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : F1A55-M LX3... PLUS R2.0 conform with part 15 of the FCC Rules. A-5 F1A55-M LX3 R2.0 Series DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 ...