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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii F1A55 specifications summary ix 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 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the APU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-10...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii F1A55 specifications summary ix 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 1-4 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-5 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-5 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-6 1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU 1-7 1.6.1 Installing the APU 1-7 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan 1-9 1.7 System memory 1-10...
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... that the power cables for disposal of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before relocating the system. ... • Ensure that your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are unplugged before using an adapter or extension...
... that the power cables for disposal of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before relocating the system. ... • Ensure that your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before the signal cables are unplugged before using an adapter or extension...
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...Refer to complete a task. If you complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to change ...perform certain tasks properly, take note of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to select. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Keys enclosed in this...
...Refer to complete a task. If you complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to change ...perform certain tasks properly, take note of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to select. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Keys enclosed in this...
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... motherboards! series accelerated processor with AMD® Radeon™ HD 6000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A- & E2- The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® F1A55 motherboard! ASUS F1A55...
... motherboards! series accelerated processor with AMD® Radeon™ HD 6000 series graphics This motherboard supports AMD® A- & E2- The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® F1A55 motherboard! ASUS F1A55...
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... CrossFireX™ boosts image quality along with USB 2.0 components. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to overclock... displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of the button to patch memory issues. USB 3.0 support Experience ultra-fast data transfer...
... CrossFireX™ boosts image quality along with USB 2.0 components. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to overclock... displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of the button to patch memory issues. USB 3.0 support Experience ultra-fast data transfer...
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... the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS F1A55 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is ASUS unique fast-charging software which supports iPod, iPhone and iPad. ** Check your PC's loading. Ai Charger+ ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to ... use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before. * Ai Charger is a user-friendly utility that...
... the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS F1A55 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is ASUS unique fast-charging software which supports iPod, iPhone and iPad. ** Check your PC's loading. Ai Charger+ ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to ... use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before. * Ai Charger is a user-friendly utility that...
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... need to energy consumptions. ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in the bag that came with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient...file using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default...
... need to energy consumptions. ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in the bag that came with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient...file using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the BIOS file. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default...
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. F1A55 ASUS F1A55 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws!
Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.5.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. F1A55 ASUS F1A55 1-5 1.5 Motherboard overview 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws!
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...Product introduction DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 11. USB 2.0 onnectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 12. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 12 1 3 22.4cm(8.8in) KBMS USB56 ATX12V CPU_FAN EPU SPDIF_O2 ASM 1042 USB34 SOCKET FM1 USB3_12 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1... Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_1 F1A55 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module)...
...Product introduction DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 11. USB 2.0 onnectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 12. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 12 1 3 22.4cm(8.8in) KBMS USB56 ATX12V CPU_FAN EPU SPDIF_O2 ASM 1042 USB34 SOCKET FM1 USB3_12 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1... Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX1_2 PCIEX16_1 F1A55 DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module)...
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...a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the APU into the socket to a 90°-100° angle. 1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) This motherboard comes with an FM1 socket designed for the FM1 socket. Press the lever sideways to a 90°-100° angle; Socket lever Ensure that the... the socket such that you use a APU designed for AMD® Fusion™ A- & E2- Small triangle Gold triangle ASUS F1A55 1-7 Locate the FM1 socket on the motherboard. Ensure that the APU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with AMD® Radeon™ HD 6000 series ...
...a small triangle. 4. DO NOT force the APU into the socket to a 90°-100° angle. 1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) This motherboard comes with an FM1 socket designed for the FM1 socket. Press the lever sideways to a 90°-100° angle; Socket lever Ensure that the... the socket such that you use a APU designed for AMD® Fusion™ A- & E2- Small triangle Gold triangle ASUS F1A55 1-7 Locate the FM1 socket on the motherboard. Ensure that the APU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with AMD® Radeon™ HD 6000 series ...
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... clicks on the motherboard. You can occur if you fail to secure the APU. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN F1A55 F1A55 CPU fan connector...
... clicks on the motherboard. You can occur if you fail to secure the APU. Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the side tab to indicate that comes with the heatsink package. Hardware monitoring errors can also refer to connect the CPU fan connector! CPU_FAN F1A55 F1A55 CPU fan connector...
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... fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. Place the heatsink on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. Attach one end of the ...motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on top of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS F1A55...
... fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. Place the heatsink on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. 2. Attach one end of the ...motherboard components. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you install the heatsink and fan assembly. 1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan Ensure that a Thermal Interface Material is already installed on top of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS F1A55...
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Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets F1A55 Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 F1A55 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction When the fan and heatsink assembly is in ... on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. DO NOT forget to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly...
Align the other end of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets F1A55 Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 F1A55 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction When the fan and heatsink assembly is in ... on the retention mechanism to secure the heatsink and fan to prevent installation on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. DO NOT forget to plug this connector. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A clicking sound denotes that the fan and heatsink assembly...
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...address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the following: I�n�s�ta�l�l�a�...Always install DIMMs with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS ...you obtain memory modules from the blue slots for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS F1A55 1-11
...address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the following: I�n�s�ta�l�l�a�...Always install DIMMs with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS ...you obtain memory modules from the blue slots for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS F1A55 1-11
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...) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65V • • Super Talent WA160UX6G9 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9 - • • • 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. F1A55 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability Vendors Part No.
...) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65V • • Super Talent WA160UX6G9 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 9 - • • • 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. F1A55 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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... the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is properly seated. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. DIMM notch ASUS F1A55...
... the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is properly seated. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in only one direction. DIMM notch ASUS F1A55...
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... settings, if any. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Failure to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Secure ... as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This...
... settings, if any. When using PCI cards on the slot. 5. 1.8 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.8.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Failure to install expansion cards. Keep the screw for the card. 2. Secure ... as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This...
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The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. F1A55 F1A55 Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold...CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. See page 1-21 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you ... mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 2-3. ASUS F1A55 1-17
The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. F1A55 F1A55 Clear RTC RAM CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold...CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. See page 1-21 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1.9 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (CLRTC) This jumper allows you ... mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 2-3. ASUS F1A55 1-17
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DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1/2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that ...CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM PWR_FAN CHA_FAN2 GND +12V F1A55 Rotation CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND F1A55 fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for better thermal environment. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction ...
DO NOT place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1/2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that ...CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM PWR_FAN CHA_FAN2 GND +12V F1A55 Rotation CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND F1A55 fan connectors DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for better thermal environment. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction ...