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... IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ASUSTeK is distributed without the express written permission of shipment with you give us a notification to infringe. Where the applicable license entitles you to the source code of such software and/or other additional data, you want to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or...
... IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ASUSTeK is distributed without the express written permission of shipment with you give us a notification to infringe. Where the applicable license entitles you to the source code of such software and/or other additional data, you want to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or...
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... Installing the CPU 1-9 1.4.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.5 System memory 1-13 1.5.1 Overview 1-13 1.5.2 Memory configurations 1-13 1.5.3 Installing a DIMM 1-18 1.5.4 Removing a DIMM 1-18 1.6 Expansion slots 1-19 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card 1-19 1.6.2 Configuring an expansion card 1-19 1.6.3 PCI slots 1-19 1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slots 1-19 1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slots 1-20 1.7 Jumpers...1-21 1.8 Connectors 1-22 1.8.1 Rear panel connectors 1-22 1.8.2 Internal connectors 1-24 1.9 Onboard switch 1-30 1.10 Onboard LEDs 1-31 1.11 Software support...
... Installing the CPU 1-9 1.4.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-11 1.5 System memory 1-13 1.5.1 Overview 1-13 1.5.2 Memory configurations 1-13 1.5.3 Installing a DIMM 1-18 1.5.4 Removing a DIMM 1-18 1.6 Expansion slots 1-19 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card 1-19 1.6.2 Configuring an expansion card 1-19 1.6.3 PCI slots 1-19 1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slots 1-19 1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slots 1-20 1.7 Jumpers...1-21 1.8 Connectors 1-22 1.8.1 Rear panel connectors 1-22 1.8.2 Internal connectors 1-24 1.9 Onboard switch 1-30 1.10 Onboard LEDs 1-31 1.11 Software support...
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... FCH: - 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) Asmedia® USB 3.0 controller: - 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue, at the back panel) (continued on the APU types. • Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list. F1A55 R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB AMD® Fusion™ A- & E2 series accelerated processors, up to 4 CPU cores, FM1 socket AMD® Turbo Core Technology 2.0 support • The AMD® Turbo Core technology 2.0 support depends on the...
... FCH: - 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) Asmedia® USB 3.0 controller: - 2 x USB 3.0 ports (blue, at the back panel) (continued on the APU types. • Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list. F1A55 R2.0 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage / RAID LAN Audio USB AMD® Fusion™ A- & E2 series accelerated processors, up to 4 CPU cores, FM1 socket AMD® Turbo Core Technology 2.0 support • The AMD® Turbo Core technology 2.0 support depends on the...
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... factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Power fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF output connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x MemOK! F1A55 R2.0 specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD 64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form...
... factor 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 6 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 1 x COM connector 1 x CPU fan connector 2 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x Power fan connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF output connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x MemOK! F1A55 R2.0 specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD 64Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form...
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... easy to use software package. The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more exciting computing than traditional BIOS versions. Based on ASUS motherboards with the AMD A55 chipset allows APU voltage and VRM frequency adjustments via smart preset modes and user-defined profiles. It allows you to patch memory issues. MemOK...
... easy to use software package. The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more exciting computing than traditional BIOS versions. Based on ASUS motherboards with the AMD A55 chipset allows APU voltage and VRM frequency adjustments via smart preset modes and user-defined profiles. It allows you to patch memory issues. MemOK...
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... you to overclock without using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that allows you to different ambient temperatures caused by turning your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos. and its easy and user-friendly interface, you to adjust the CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to update the BIOS without exiting or rebooting the OS; ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a unique fast-charging software which supports iPods, iPhones...
... you to overclock without using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that allows you to different ambient temperatures caused by turning your favorite photos into 256-color boot logos. and its easy and user-friendly interface, you to adjust the CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to update the BIOS without exiting or rebooting the OS; ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a unique fast-charging software which supports iPods, iPhones...
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... support DDR3 1866 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to get the correct memory modules. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of 3GB system memory if you install the memory modules using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ASUS F1A55 R2...
... support DDR3 1866 MHz or higher frequency DIMMs. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to get the correct memory modules. • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of 3GB system memory if you install the memory modules using a 32-bit Windows® OS. - ASUS F1A55 R2...
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... 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. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65V • • DDR3 2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors KINGMAX Part No. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices...
... 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. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGSTON KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65V • • DDR3 2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors KINGMAX Part No. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices...
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... damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. ASUS F1A55 R2.0 1-19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that comply with PCI specifications. 1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. See...
... damage motherboard components. 1.6.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. ASUS F1A55 R2.0 1-19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Remove the bracket opposite the slot that comply with PCI specifications. 1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. See...
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... port (gray). Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices...
... port (gray). Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 3.0 devices. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices...
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F1A55 R2.0 SPDIF_OUT F1A55 R2.0 Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device of the system chassis. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to configure the setting. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to a slot opening at the back of Sound playback is purchased separately. +5V SPDIFOUT GND ASUS F1A55 R2.0 1-27 The S/PDIF module is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). Serial port connector (10...
F1A55 R2.0 SPDIF_OUT F1A55 R2.0 Digital audio connector Ensure that the audio device of the system chassis. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to configure the setting. Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices > Sound Playback to a slot opening at the back of Sound playback is purchased separately. +5V SPDIFOUT GND ASUS F1A55 R2.0 1-27 The S/PDIF module is Realtek High Definition Audio (the name may be different based on the OS). Serial port connector (10...
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... USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to the USB connectors. ASUS F1A55 R2.0 1-29 See section 2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. Connect one end of the system chassis. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for details. • The front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type...
... USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to the USB connectors. ASUS F1A55 R2.0 1-29 See section 2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration for USB 2.0 ports. Connect one end of the system chassis. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for details. • The front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type...
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.... • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. The contents of your computer, browse the contents of ASUS motherboard. The following screen is for updates. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and...
.... • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. The contents of your computer, browse the contents of ASUS motherboard. The following screen is for updates. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of the Support DVD are subject to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, and...
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... popup menu. BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the following methods: ASUS F1A55 R2.0 2-1 Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to...
... popup menu. BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the following methods: ASUS F1A55 R2.0 2-1 Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. The ASUS Update main screen appears. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to...
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... can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into F1A55-R2-ASUS-0309.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. 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 tool that allows you to recover BIOS settingS. You can cause system boot failure!
... can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into F1A55-R2-ASUS-0309.CAP. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. 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 tool that allows you to recover BIOS settingS. You can cause system boot failure!
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... BIOS file that you to update BIOS in a DOS environment. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive formatted using FAT32/16 on the USB flash drive. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk...
... BIOS file that you to update BIOS in a DOS environment. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive formatted using FAT32/16 on the USB flash drive. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk...
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... switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. Select Yes and press . ASUS F1A55 R2.0 2-5 When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to connect all SATA hard disk drives...
... switch between screen fields and use the keys to exit BIOS Updater. Select Yes and press . ASUS F1A55 R2.0 2-5 When BIOS update is done, press to select the BIOS file and press . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to connect all SATA hard disk drives...
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... entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. Configuration options: [Disable link] [Enabled] ASUS F1A55 R2.0 2-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPB Mode [Auto] Disables the CPB (Core Performance Boost) mode or set to [Enabled], the system's processor operates at the lowest power and operating state (C-state). The SATA Port items show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to the CPU you installed. Configuration options...
... entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. Configuration options: [Disable link] [Enabled] ASUS F1A55 R2.0 2-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPB Mode [Auto] Disables the CPB (Core Performance Boost) mode or set to [Enabled], the system's processor operates at the lowest power and operating state (C-state). The SATA Port items show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to the CPU you installed. Configuration options...
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...Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to empower both the integrated and discrete graphic cards. Configuration options: [PCIE / PCI Video] Integrated Graphics [Auto] Enables the integrated graphics controller. ASUS F1A55 R2.0 2-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [Force] 2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Device [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the HD Audio Device. [Disabled] Disables...
...Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to empower both the integrated and discrete graphic cards. Configuration options: [PCIE / PCI Video] Integrated Graphics [Auto] Enables the integrated graphics controller. ASUS F1A55 R2.0 2-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [Force] 2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Device [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the HD Audio Device. [Disabled] Disables...
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...%. Chassis Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to 100%. Chassis Lower Temperature [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-24 Chapter 2: Getting started The values range from 40% to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The following four items appear only when you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control...
...%. Chassis Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to 100%. Chassis Lower Temperature [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-24 Chapter 2: Getting started The values range from 40% to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The following four items appear only when you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control...