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Contents Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix P7P55D-E Premium specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement ...
Contents Notices ...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix P7P55D-E Premium specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase 1-3 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS 1-3 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Placement ...
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... USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at midboard; DTS Surround Sensation Ultra-PC - Please refer to Memory QVL for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for up to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front...channel. Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel) VIA® VT2020 10-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - P7P55D-E Premium specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7/ Core...
... USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at midboard; DTS Surround Sensation Ultra-PC - Please refer to Memory QVL for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for up to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front...channel. Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel) VIA® VT2020 10-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - P7P55D-E Premium specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7/ Core...
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...graphics performance. USB 3.0 Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8Gbps with the ASUS vision of your system memory to optimize PCIe allocation in LGA1156 package, which has memory and PCI Express controller integrated to support the latest 1156 socket Intel®...support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that enhances system performance. Refer to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Intel P55 provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to page 2-5 for details. P7P55D-E Premium brings you 've never experienced...
...graphics performance. USB 3.0 Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8Gbps with the ASUS vision of your system memory to optimize PCIe allocation in LGA1156 package, which has memory and PCI Express controller integrated to support the latest 1156 socket Intel®...support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that enhances system performance. Refer to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Intel P55 provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to page 2-5 for details. P7P55D-E Premium brings you 've never experienced...
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... Remote, you with the Best Quality Component for details. Refer to page 4-10 for Memory controller inside CPU can easily perform overclocking and operate the Turbo Key and EPU directly. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 1-3 Auto Tuning Auto System Level Up Auto Tuning is brought to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows®...
... Remote, you with the Best Quality Component for details. Refer to page 4-10 for Memory controller inside CPU can easily perform overclocking and operate the Turbo Key and EPU directly. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 1-3 Auto Tuning Auto System Level Up Auto Tuning is brought to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows®...
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... System Level Energy Saving The new ASUS EPU-the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new 6 engine version, which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, hard drives and CPU cooler / system fans), the EPU automatically provides the most ...-pipe by the vCore area to page 2-25 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction making temperatures cooler by ASUS. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires nothing but a push of the specially designed PCB (printed circuit board) for effective heat dissipation-...
... System Level Energy Saving The new ASUS EPU-the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new 6 engine version, which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, hard drives and CPU cooler / system fans), the EPU automatically provides the most ...-pipe by the vCore area to page 2-25 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction making temperatures cooler by ASUS. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires nothing but a push of the specially designed PCB (printed circuit board) for effective heat dissipation-...
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The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one memory module in slot A1 or B1 first as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. Two DIMMs (dual-channel ... module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption.
The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one memory module in slot A1 or B1 first as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. Two DIMMs (dual-channel ... module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption.
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... DIMM frequency of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you want to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-11 To use a more efficient memory cooling system to install 4GB or more details, refer to Intel CPU spec, CPUs...
... DIMM frequency of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you want to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-11 To use a more efficient memory cooling system to install 4GB or more details, refer to Intel CPU spec, CPUs...
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... definition, DDR3-1600 is supported for the latest QVL. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information ASUS exclusively provides two DDR3-1600 DIMM support for each memory channel. • According to Intel CPU spec, CPUs with a 2.66G CPU, enable the DRAM O.C. Chapter 2 P7P55D-E Premium Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR32000MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor...
... definition, DDR3-1600 is supported for the latest QVL. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information ASUS exclusively provides two DDR3-1600 DIMM support for each memory channel. • According to Intel CPU spec, CPUs with a 2.66G CPU, enable the DRAM O.C. Chapter 2 P7P55D-E Premium Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR32000MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor...
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... the next set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to boot... and load BIOS default settings. switch to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompaible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-25
... the next set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to boot... and load BIOS default settings. switch to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompaible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-25
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..., DIMMs voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • The system may cause the system to enable or disable the advanced CPU, Integrated Memory Controller (IMC), and DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. Doing so may need a better cooling system (for example, a water-cooling system) to work stably under the...
..., DIMMs voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • The system may cause the system to enable or disable the advanced CPU, Integrated Memory Controller (IMC), and DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. Doing so may need a better cooling system (for example, a water-cooling system) to work stably under the...
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... short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to green after the system LED turns on the chain) c. If you press the ATX power button. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-43 Chapter 2 2.9 Starting up for assistance. If your retailer for the first time 1. While the tests are off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. External... with a surge protector. 5. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from orange to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7.
... short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to green after the system LED turns on the chain) c. If you press the ATX power button. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-43 Chapter 2 2.9 Starting up for assistance. If your retailer for the first time 1. While the tests are off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. External... with a surge protector. 5. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from orange to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7.
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...) mode. [Auto] [Disabled] Select [Auto] to enable the LBA mode (Logical Block Addressing mode) if the device supports this function. DMA Mode [Auto] DMA (Direct Memory Access) allows your device is installed. Allows automatic selection of SDMA (single-word DMA), MDMA (multi-word DMA), and UDMA (Ultra DMA). Type [Auto] Allows...
...) mode. [Auto] [Disabled] Select [Auto] to enable the LBA mode (Logical Block Addressing mode) if the device supports this function. DMA Mode [Auto] DMA (Direct Memory Access) allows your device is installed. Allows automatic selection of SDMA (single-word DMA), MDMA (multi-word DMA), and UDMA (Ultra DMA). Type [Auto] Allows...
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...menu gives you to select the type of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. SATA Port1 [Auto] Allows you an overview of device connected to the system. Configuration options: [Auto] [Not ...0204 BIOS Build Date : 07/24/09 EC BIOS Version : MBEC-0027 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.13GHz Speed : 2139MHz System Memory Usable Size : 1016MB Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup SATA Port1-6 [XXXX] Displays the status of auto-detection of devices connected to set...
...menu gives you to select the type of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. SATA Port1 [Auto] Allows you an overview of device connected to the system. Configuration options: [Auto] [Not ...0204 BIOS Build Date : 07/24/09 EC BIOS Version : MBEC-0027 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.13GHz Speed : 2139MHz System Memory Usable Size : 1016MB Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup SATA Port1-6 [XXXX] Displays the status of auto-detection of devices connected to set...
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... this item to set overclocking parameters. Allows you to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. If you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on CHB... one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto D.O.C.P X.M.P. Overclocks DRAM frequency by your memory module(s) for optimizing the system performance. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 3-15 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related ...
... this item to set overclocking parameters. Allows you to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. If you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on CHB... one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto D.O.C.P X.M.P. Overclocks DRAM frequency by your memory module(s) for optimizing the system performance. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 3-15 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related ...
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...mode supported by the operating system. Configuration options: [High Performance] [High Frequency] To obtain the best performance of the X.M.P. eXtreme Memory Profile [High Performance] This item appears only when you to [Disabled], the CPU runs at its default speed. The valid value ...ranges differently according to run faster than the Intel® CPU spec, use this ASUS exclusive DRAM O.C. Turbo mode allows processor cores to your memory module. D.O.C.P. 2.93 Auto Auto D.O.C.P. • When using DIMMs with a frequncy higher than marked frequency in...
...mode supported by the operating system. Configuration options: [High Performance] [High Frequency] To obtain the best performance of the X.M.P. eXtreme Memory Profile [High Performance] This item appears only when you to [Disabled], the CPU runs at its default speed. The valid value ...ranges differently according to run faster than the Intel® CPU spec, use this ASUS exclusive DRAM O.C. Turbo mode allows processor cores to your memory module. D.O.C.P. 2.93 Auto Auto D.O.C.P. • When using DIMMs with a frequncy higher than marked frequency in...
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Offset Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Mode item to [Offset] and allows you to set the CPU Integrated Memory Controller voltage. The values range from 1.8V to set the Offset voltage. CPU / IMC / DRAM overvoltage setting switches on page 2-26 for details. 3.5.12 IMC ...
Offset Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Mode item to [Offset] and allows you to set the CPU Integrated Memory Controller voltage. The values range from 1.8V to set the Offset voltage. CPU / IMC / DRAM overvoltage setting switches on page 2-26 for details. 3.5.12 IMC ...
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...Feature [Enabled] PCI MMIO Allocation: 4GB To 3072MB ENABLE: Allow remapping of system memory that you set this item to [Auto] for the segment of overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. A20M [Disabled] [Enabled] Legacy OSes and APs may need this function enabled. ... Activate 2 CPU cores in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. DISABLE: Do not allow remapping of memory. [Enabled] Allows for BIOS to be remapped above the total physical memory. Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech [Enabled] [Enabled] The CPU ...
...Feature [Enabled] PCI MMIO Allocation: 4GB To 3072MB ENABLE: Allow remapping of system memory that you set this item to [Auto] for the segment of overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. A20M [Disabled] [Enabled] Legacy OSes and APs may need this function enabled. ... Activate 2 CPU cores in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. DISABLE: Do not allow remapping of memory. [Enabled] Allows for BIOS to be remapped above the total physical memory. Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech [Enabled] [Enabled] The CPU ...
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...Self-Test (POST). [Enabled] BIOS checks the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). 3.9.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. 3.9.2 AI NET 2 AI ... Tools Check Realtek LAN cable during POST. Check Realtek LAN Cable [Disabled] [Disabled] BIOS will take 3 to 10 seconds to confirm your choice. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 3-37 When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to diagnose...
...Self-Test (POST). [Enabled] BIOS checks the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). 3.9.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. 3.9.2 AI NET 2 AI ... Tools Check Realtek LAN cable during POST. Check Realtek LAN Cable [Disabled] [Disabled] BIOS will take 3 to 10 seconds to confirm your choice. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 3-37 When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to diagnose...
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..., and detects and alerts you of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you turn it on. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-3 The PC Probe II main window appears. 3. View the online help or readme file that came with these components. PC Probe...the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Refer to the software manual in the ...
..., and detects and alerts you of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you turn it on. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-3 The PC Probe II main window appears. 3. View the online help or readme file that came with these components. PC Probe...the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Refer to the software manual in the ...
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..., and viewing your computer, you will be at least 1GB system memory is an instant-on your pictures. See chapter 2 for detailed software instructions. Notices about ASUS Express Gate SSD • ASUS Express Gate SSD supports SATA devices in utility, you can start the...skipped during POST. • See the software manual in the • Express Gate complies with the OpenGL standard. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-7 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate SSD ASUS Express Gate SSD is recommended for better performance. The First Screen Express Gate SSD's first screen appears within a few...
..., and viewing your computer, you will be at least 1GB system memory is an instant-on your pictures. See chapter 2 for detailed software instructions. Notices about ASUS Express Gate SSD • ASUS Express Gate SSD supports SATA devices in utility, you can start the...skipped during POST. • See the software manual in the • Express Gate complies with the OpenGL standard. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 4-7 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate SSD ASUS Express Gate SSD is recommended for better performance. The First Screen Express Gate SSD's first screen appears within a few...