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..., EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT... stated in any form or by any language in the About Box of alteration is distributed without intent to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND...
..., EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT... stated in any form or by any language in the About Box of alteration is distributed without intent to : ASUSTeK Computer Inc. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND...
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Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P7H55/USB3 specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1-3 1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
Contents Notices...vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P7H55/USB3 specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.2.2 Layout contents 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-3 1.3.1 Installing the CPU 1-3 1.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink ...
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P7H55/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB ...support depends on the next page) ix Support Jack-Detection and Multi-Streaming (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® H55 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.)* / 2000 ... Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is subject to www.asus.com or this user manual for details. ** Refer to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Optical S/PDIF out ...
P7H55/USB3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB ...support depends on the next page) ix Support Jack-Detection and Multi-Streaming (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® H55 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.)* / 2000 ... Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is subject to www.asus.com or this user manual for details. ** Refer to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Optical S/PDIF out ...
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P7H55/USB3 specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Back Panel I /O (continued on the next page) Express Gate ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS My Logo 2 - vIMC: Adjustable...(Optical) 1 x RJ45 port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 8-channel Audio I /O Ports Hybrid Processer: - ASUS O.C. ASUS EPU ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - Multi-language BIOS Precision Tweaker 2: - MemOK! - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ...
P7H55/USB3 specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Back Panel I /O (continued on the next page) Express Gate ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS My Logo 2 - vIMC: Adjustable...(Optical) 1 x RJ45 port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 8-channel Audio I /O Ports Hybrid Processer: - ASUS O.C. ASUS EPU ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - Multi-language BIOS Precision Tweaker 2: - MemOK! - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ...
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xi Retail version only) User's manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P7H55/USB3 specifications summary Internal I /O shield 2 in 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! button 1 x COM connector 16 Mb Flash...
xi Retail version only) User's manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P7H55/USB3 specifications summary Internal I /O shield 2 in 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! button 1 x COM connector 16 Mb Flash...
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...-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Based on the Intel® specification, you can only install one DIMM per channel. • Hyper DIMM support is supported for the latest QVL. ASUS P7H55/USB3 1-15 Size Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF... SLY3128M8-EAE 1GB Asint SLZ3128M8-EAE 2GB Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-BE 2GB WINTEC 3DU3191A-10 1GB SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P7H55/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for each memory channel. • According to Intel CPU spec, CPUs ...
...-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Based on the Intel® specification, you can only install one DIMM per channel. • Hyper DIMM support is supported for the latest QVL. ASUS P7H55/USB3 1-15 Size Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF... SLY3128M8-EAE 1GB Asint SLZ3128M8-EAE 2GB Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-BE 2GB WINTEC 3DU3191A-10 1GB SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P7H55/USB3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for each memory channel. • According to Intel CPU spec, CPUs ...
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ASUS P7H55/USB3 1-17 Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you provide sufficient power when...support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply... with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots that support PCI Express...
ASUS P7H55/USB3 1-17 Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that you provide sufficient power when...support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.5.4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply... with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots that support PCI Express...
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...power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Audio 2, 4, 6, 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - ...orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • Do not forget to fit these connectors in only one orientation...
...power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Audio 2, 4, 6, 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - ...orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • Do not forget to fit these connectors in only one orientation...
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... the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to...Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The USB module is purchased separately. ASUS P7H55/USB3 1-27 Doing so will damage the motherboard! 8. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports.
... the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to...Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The USB module is purchased separately. ASUS P7H55/USB3 1-27 Doing so will damage the motherboard! 8. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports.
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...mode (Logical Block Addressing mode) if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with much less CPU overhead. ASUS P7H55/USB3 2-5 The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA... mode disabled. [Disabled] Disables this option if you are not user-configurable. The DMA mode consists of the DMA mode. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. [ARMD] Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your computer to transfer data to and from and ...
...mode (Logical Block Addressing mode) if the device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with much less CPU overhead. ASUS P7H55/USB3 2-5 The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async DMA... mode disabled. [Disabled] Disables this option if you are not user-configurable. The DMA mode consists of the DMA mode. These values are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. [ARMD] Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your computer to transfer data to and from and ...
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The BIOS automatically detects the BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. ASUS P7H55/USB3 2-7 2.3.4 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications.
The BIOS automatically detects the BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. ASUS P7H55/USB3 2-7 2.3.4 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications.
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...Phase Full Power Mode [Auto] Automatic configuration. The values range from 80 to section 2.4.2 Ai Overclock Tuner for details. Profile feature in specific condition. If this happens, revert to the default setting. 2.4.8 QPI Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set to [Enabled], the CPU...high DRAM frequency may not be launched. 2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Auto] [4270MHz] [4800MHz] 2.4.9 ASUS/3rd Party UI Priority [ASUS Utility] [ASUS Utility] Prioritizes the usage of a higher frequency with a core frequency of 2.66G support the maximum DIMM frequency of up to...
...Phase Full Power Mode [Auto] Automatic configuration. The values range from 80 to section 2.4.2 Ai Overclock Tuner for details. Profile feature in specific condition. If this happens, revert to the default setting. 2.4.8 QPI Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set to [Enabled], the CPU...high DRAM frequency may not be launched. 2-10 Chapter 2: BIOS information Configuration options: [Auto] [4270MHz] [4800MHz] 2.4.9 ASUS/3rd Party UI Priority [ASUS Utility] [ASUS Utility] Prioritizes the usage of a higher frequency with a core frequency of 2.66G support the maximum DIMM frequency of up to...
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.... The values range from 0.395x to 0.630x with a 0.0125V interval. 2.4.19 PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to work stably under high voltage settings. Follow Intel specifications. The values range from 1.8V to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information Sets to 2.5V with a 0.005x interval.
.... The values range from 0.395x to 0.630x with a 0.0125V interval. 2.4.19 PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to work stably under high voltage settings. Follow Intel specifications. The values range from 1.8V to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information Sets to 2.5V with a 0.005x interval.
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...the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to enable the Enhanced Halt Sate. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS P7H55/USB3 2-15 Use the and keys to your CPU model. Adjacent Cache Line Prefetcher [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Adjacent Cache Line ...enable the L2 cache (MLC) Streamer Prefetcher for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the specific application. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. C1E Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables...
...the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to enable the Enhanced Halt Sate. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS P7H55/USB3 2-15 Use the and keys to your CPU model. Adjacent Cache Line Prefetcher [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Adjacent Cache Line ...enable the L2 cache (MLC) Streamer Prefetcher for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the specific application. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. C1E Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables...
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.... Active Processor Cores [All] [All] Activate all CPU cores in the processor package. [1] Activate only 1 CPU core in the processor package. [2] Activate 2 CPU cores in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech [Enabled] [Enabled] The CPU speed is enabled. Enable this item only when you install a C-State Technology...
.... Active Processor Cores [All] [All] Activate all CPU cores in the processor package. [1] Activate only 1 CPU core in the processor package. [2] Activate 2 CPU cores in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech [Enabled] [Enabled] The CPU speed is enabled. Enable this item only when you install a C-State Technology...
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...Monitor ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- When set to [Enabled], the system adds additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. 2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the Advanced ... state to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. [No] The system will not add additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. ASUS P7H55/USB3 2-19 Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode Repost Video on S3/STR resume. 2.6.3 [Disabled...
...Monitor ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- When set to [Enabled], the system adds additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. 2.6.4 [Disabled] [Enabled] ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the Advanced ... state to invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. [No] The system will not add additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. ASUS P7H55/USB3 2-19 Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode Repost Video on S3/STR resume. 2.6.3 [Disabled...
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... a PCI LAN or modem card. Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the PME to wake up from S5 by a PS/2 keyboard. [Enabled] Sets specific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to generate a wake event. Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set...
... a PCI LAN or modem card. Power On By PCI Devices [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the PME to wake up from S5 by a PS/2 keyboard. [Enabled] Sets specific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to generate a wake event. Power On By RTC Alarm [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set...
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... Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Representative Person's Name : Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : May. 14, 2010 EC Declaration of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following specifications: FCC Part 15... following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : P7H55/USB3 conform with part 15 of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23,...
... Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Representative Person's Name : Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : May. 14, 2010 EC Declaration of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following specifications: FCC Part 15... following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : P7H55/USB3 conform with part 15 of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23,...