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... Onboard LEDs 1-27 1.13 Software support 1-28 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.13.2 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 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx...
... Onboard LEDs 1-27 1.13 Software support 1-28 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-28 1.13.2 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 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx...
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... information Refer to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a ...when trying to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter ...
... information Refer to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a ...when trying to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are linked with a plus sign (+). About this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter ...
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F1A55 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) ASUS TurboV - ASUS AI Charger+ - ASUS MemOK! - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heatsink solution - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS EPU - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Multi-language BIOS Other features - 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS... (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - vCore:...
F1A55 specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) ASUS TurboV - ASUS AI Charger+ - ASUS MemOK! - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heatsink solution - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS EPU - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Multi-language BIOS Other features - 100% All high quality conductive polymer capacitors Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS... (Stepless Frequency Selection): - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - vCore:...
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xi F1A55 specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.8 in (30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. button 32Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I /O connectors / buttons...
xi F1A55 specifications summary Internal I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS utilities Anti-Virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12.0 in x 8.8 in (30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. button 32Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.6 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x I /O connectors / buttons...
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... polymer capacitors for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable more intricate system settings. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is also backward compatible with the ASUS TurboV. It natively supports hard drives larger than 2.2TB in ... The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is designed to patch memory issues. ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of the button to support up and running in TurboV provides the best O.C. Get your...
... polymer capacitors for experienced performance enthusiasts that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable more intricate system settings. ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is also backward compatible with the ASUS TurboV. It natively supports hard drives larger than 2.2TB in ... The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is designed to patch memory issues. ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of the button to support up and running in TurboV provides the best O.C. Get your...
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... to adjust the CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with your ... USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. *** The actual charging speed may vary with the elegant appearance! ASUS F1A55 1-3 ASUS MyLogo 2™ Turn your favorite photos into one software offers diverse and ease to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and...
... to adjust the CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with your ... USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. *** The actual charging speed may vary with the elegant appearance! ASUS F1A55 1-3 ASUS MyLogo 2™ Turn your favorite photos into one software offers diverse and ease to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and...
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...regards to energy consumptions. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ErP ready The motherboard is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through ...Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash...
...regards to energy consumptions. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction ErP ready The motherboard is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through ...Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or a USB flash...
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...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...2 7 30.5cm(12.0in) SATA3G_3 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_6 ICS483A Super I/O PCI1 PCIEX16_2 AMD® A55 FCH SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 PCI2 ALC 887 32Mb 7 BIOS PCI3 SB_PWR AAFP SPDIF_OUT COM1 USB1112 USB910 USB78 CHA_FAN2 CLRTC PANEL 8 14 13 12 11 1 10 9 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1....
...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...2 7 30.5cm(12.0in) SATA3G_3 SATA3G_5 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_6 ICS483A Super I/O PCI1 PCIEX16_2 AMD® A55 FCH SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 PCI2 ALC 887 32Mb 7 BIOS PCI3 SB_PWR AAFP SPDIF_OUT COM1 USB1112 USB910 USB78 CHA_FAN2 CLRTC PANEL 8 14 13 12 11 1 10 9 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1....
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... other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary... BIOS settings, if any. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 ...
... other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary... BIOS settings, if any. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 ...
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... data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS F1A55 1-17 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! Hold down the key during the boot... process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe x16_1 x16 (Recommended for single VGA card...
... data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS F1A55 1-17 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! Hold down the key during the boot... process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe x16_1 x16 (Recommended for single VGA card...
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... Speaker Out. 7. This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. For system failure due to the center/subwoofer speakers. 4. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port allows Gigabit connection to default values. 1.10 1.10.1 1 Connectors Rear...
... Speaker Out. 7. This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. For system failure due to the center/subwoofer speakers. 4. Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This port allows Gigabit connection to default values. 1.10 1.10.1 1 Connectors Rear...
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... SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 F1A55 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND F1A55 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set the type of the system chassis. The Serial ATA RAID.... In IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to these connectors, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to a slot opening at the back of the SATA connectors in the...
... SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 F1A55 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND F1A55 SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set the type of the system chassis. The Serial ATA RAID.... In IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to these connectors, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to a slot opening at the back of the SATA connectors in the...
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... Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND F1A55 SPDIF_OUT F1A55 Digital audio connector Ensure that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. 6. Connect one end of Sound playback is ...for details. • The front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to ...
... Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. +5V SPDIFOUT GND F1A55 SPDIF_OUT F1A55 Digital audio connector Ensure that supports either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. 6. Connect one end of Sound playback is ...for details. • The front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to ...
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... appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. F1A55 F1A55 MemOK! MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to boot and load BIOS default settings. The blinking speed of failsafe settings.
... appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. F1A55 F1A55 MemOK! MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to boot and load BIOS default settings. The blinking speed of failsafe settings.
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...then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection ...network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in the future. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. Place the support DVD in...
...then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection ...network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in the future. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to complete the installation. Place the support DVD in...
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...;based utility. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Follow the onscreen instructions 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. Updating from ...F1A55.ROM File Info MODEL: F1A55 Help Info VER: 0203 DATE: 06/28/11 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS F1A55 Always update the utility to enable it. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the BIOS...
...;based utility. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. Follow the onscreen instructions 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. Updating from ...F1A55.ROM File Info MODEL: F1A55 Help Info VER: 0203 DATE: 06/28/11 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS F1A55 Always update the utility to enable it. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the BIOS...
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...DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch to recover BIOS setting. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to the USB port... support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into F1A55.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Recovering the...
...DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch to recover BIOS setting. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to the USB port... support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into F1A55.ROM. • The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version. Recovering the...
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... appears, press to boot using defaults 3. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F1A55 Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. The actual utility screen displays...
... appears, press to boot using defaults 3. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS F1A55 Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to update BIOS in NTFS format. 3. The actual utility screen displays...
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... no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: F1A55 VER: 0203 DATE: 06/28/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has enough free space to save the file. 1. The...
... no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: F1A55 VER: 0203 DATE: 06/28/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is not write-protected and has enough free space to save the file. 1. The...
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... Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS F1A55 When BIOS update is done, press to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to update BIOS? Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1...
... Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS F1A55 When BIOS update is done, press to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to update BIOS? Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1...