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... 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 direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw...
... 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 direction 2-4 2.2.4 Screw...
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... of shielded cables for help. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that interference will not occur in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. viii Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the monitor to the graphics... this unit not expressly approved by one or more of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in a particular installation. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste.
... of shielded cables for help. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that interference will not occur in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. viii Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the monitor to the graphics... this unit not expressly approved by one or more of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in a particular installation. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste.
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Contact a qualified service technician or your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all power cables are ... retailer. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged.
Contact a qualified service technician or your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all power cables are ... retailer. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged.
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It includes description of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA®... for product and software updates. 1. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may include optional documentation,...
It includes description of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA®... for product and software updates. 1. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may include optional documentation,...
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... of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P7P55D-E Premium motherboard! ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 1-1 Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS P7P55D-E Premium motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables with different models.
... of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P7P55D-E Premium motherboard! ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 1-1 Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS P7P55D-E Premium motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables with different models.
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...the use of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. 1.3 Special features Chapter 1 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with USB 3.0-the latest connectivity standard. This is one -chipset design to 6.0Gb/s data transfer...Refer to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). P7P55D-E Premium brings you 've never experienced before! Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that enhances system performance. Additionally, get enhanced scalability...
...the use of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. 1.3 Special features Chapter 1 1.3.1 Product highlights Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with USB 3.0-the latest connectivity standard. This is one -chipset design to 6.0Gb/s data transfer...Refer to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). P7P55D-E Premium brings you 've never experienced before! Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that enhances system performance. Additionally, get enhanced scalability...
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...a side controller without interrupting ongoing work and games. Express Gate SSD is an ASUS exclusive OS that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor TurboV EVO Ultimate O.C. Refer to the Internet and key ...design is an intelligent tool that provides you can provide the highest power efficiency, and hence generates less heat to the ASUS motherboards. while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to page 4-9 for details. Refer to achieve world O.C. Refer to ...
...a side controller without interrupting ongoing work and games. Express Gate SSD is an ASUS exclusive OS that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Processor TurboV EVO Ultimate O.C. Refer to the Internet and key ...design is an intelligent tool that provides you can provide the highest power efficiency, and hence generates less heat to the ASUS motherboards. while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to page 4-9 for details. Refer to achieve world O.C. Refer to ...
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... vCore area to date. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires nothing but a push of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking-helping save power and money. Refer to patch memory issues and ...current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in no more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fan Xpert Active Quiet & Cool ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to determine failsafe settings that the groundbreaking ...
... vCore area to date. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires nothing but a push of the innovative heat pipe design on this motherboard is the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking-helping save power and money. Refer to patch memory issues and ...current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in no more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fan Xpert Active Quiet & Cool ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to determine failsafe settings that the groundbreaking ...
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... of Q-LED, Q-Slot and Q-DIMM design speed up your motherboard against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with ease. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 1-5 ASUS Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without having to page 2-41 for details. With...
... of Q-LED, Q-Slot and Q-DIMM design speed up your motherboard against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with ease. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 1-5 ASUS Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without having to page 2-41 for details. With...
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... details. You can be stored in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your BIOS only in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom... page 3-4 for a more colorful and vivid image on your choice from the available options. Chapter 1 ASUS EZ-Flash 2 Simply update BIOS from a USB flash drive before entering the OS. The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.
... details. You can be stored in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your BIOS only in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom... page 3-4 for a more colorful and vivid image on your choice from the available options. Chapter 1 ASUS EZ-Flash 2 Simply update BIOS from a USB flash drive before entering the OS. The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.
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... of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-1 Failure to do so may cause... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
... of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-1 Failure to do so may cause... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2.2.3 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 Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. DO NOT overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2.2.3 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 Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the chassis in the correct orientation. DO NOT overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... with your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Chapter 2 2. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5 Press the load lever with the cap on the LGA1156 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the ...
... with your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Chapter 2 2. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5 Press the load lever with the cap on the LGA1156 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the ...
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...properly applied to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in B a diagonal sequence to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you have installed the motherboard to install. • Use an LGA1156-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. Push down two fasteners at a time in place. ...socket is closest to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. 2. If you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and...
...properly applied to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in B a diagonal sequence to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you have installed the motherboard to install. • Use an LGA1156-compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only. Push down two fasteners at a time in place. ...socket is closest to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. 2. If you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and...
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Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-9 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a B diagonal sequence...
Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium 2-9 Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a B diagonal sequence...
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... 2: Hardware information 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. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM...
... 2: Hardware information 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. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM...
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...the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for one DIMM per channel only. Profile feature in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The...motherboard. Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to DDR3-1333. For effective use DIMMs of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium...
...the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for one DIMM per channel only. Profile feature in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The...motherboard. Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to DDR3-1333. For effective use DIMMs of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P7P55D-E Premium...
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Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 P7P55D-E Premium Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR31067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. AD30908C8D-15IG AD30908C8D-15IG Timing Dimm(...; Elixir M2F2G64CB8HAN4-BE 2GB DS Elixir N2CB1G80AN-BE 7 • • • WINTEC 3DU3191A-10 1GB DS Qimonda IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F 7 • • • P7P55D-E Premium Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR31333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand A-DATA A-DATA A-DATA Apacer Apacer...
Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Chapter 2 P7P55D-E Premium Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR31067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. AD30908C8D-15IG AD30908C8D-15IG Timing Dimm(...; Elixir M2F2G64CB8HAN4-BE 2GB DS Elixir N2CB1G80AN-BE 7 • • • WINTEC 3DU3191A-10 1GB DS Qimonda IDSH51-03A1F1C-10F 7 • • • P7P55D-E Premium Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR31333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand A-DATA A-DATA A-DATA Apacer Apacer...