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...service will be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated... OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. E5138 First Edition November 2009 Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS...
...service will be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated... OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. E5138 First Edition November 2009 Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS...
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...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix P7P55D-E 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 holes...
...vii Safety information...viii About this guide...ix P7P55D-E 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 holes...
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... 2-42 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-43 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-43 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-8 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-8 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-10 3.3.4 Menu items 3-10 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-10 3.3.6 Configuration...
... 2-42 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-43 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-43 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-8 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-8 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-9 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-9 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-10 3.3.4 Menu items 3-10 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-10 3.3.6 Configuration...
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Contents 3.5.7 DRAM Frequency 3-17 3.5.8 QPI Frequency 3-18 3.5.9 ASUS/3rd Party UI Priority 3-18 3.5.10 OC Tuner 3-18 3.5.11 Start auto tuning 3-18 3.5.12 DRAM Timing Control 3-18 3.5.13 CPU Differential Amplitude 3-20 3.5.14 ...
Contents 3.5.7 DRAM Frequency 3-17 3.5.8 QPI Frequency 3-18 3.5.9 ASUS/3rd Party UI Priority 3-18 3.5.10 OC Tuner 3-18 3.5.11 Start auto tuning 3-18 3.5.12 DRAM Timing Control 3-18 3.5.13 CPU Differential Amplitude 3-20 3.5.14 ...
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...4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS T.Probe 4-8 4.3.7 VIA® High Definition Audio utility 4-9 4.3.8 Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility 4-10 4.4 RAID configurations 4-11... Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.3.2 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 vi Contents 3.9 Tools menu 3-36 3.9.1 ASUS O.C.
...4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite 4-4 4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine 4-6 4.3.5 ASUS Express Gate 4-7 4.3.6 ASUS T.Probe 4-8 4.3.7 VIA® High Definition Audio utility 4-9 4.3.8 Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility 4-10 4.4 RAID configurations 4-11... Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.3.2 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 vi Contents 3.9 Tools menu 3-36 3.9.1 ASUS O.C.
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...the limits for radio noise emissions from that to which the receiver is subject to radio communications. DO NOT throw the motherboard in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in municipal ...waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Communications. This...
...the limits for radio noise emissions from that to which the receiver is subject to radio communications. DO NOT throw the motherboard in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in municipal ...waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Communications. This...
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... damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. These devices could interrupt the grounding... circuit. • Ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, ...
... damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. These devices could interrupt the grounding... circuit. • Ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, ...
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... this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support...
... this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support...
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Italics Used to help you MUST follow to select. NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you complete a task. Example: + + Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. Example: means that you must press the Enter or Re� turn�k� ey. + + If you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means � t�h�at�y�o�u�m�u�s...
Italics Used to help you MUST follow to select. NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you complete a task. Example: + + Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to complete a task. Example: means that you must press the Enter or Re� turn�k� ey. + + If you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means � t�h�at�y�o�u�m�u�s...
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...1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices - 1 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s port (black) - 1 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s port (SATA on the next page) xi P7P55D-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 / Core...™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P55 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.)* / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC...
...1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices - 1 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s port (black) - 1 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s port (SATA on the next page) xi P7P55D-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 / Core...™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P55 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.)* / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC...
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...-language BIOS Precision Tweaker 2: - vPCH: 36-step chipset voltage control - P7P55D-E specifications summary ASUS Q-Design ASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS IO Level UP for Active Cooling - 12+2 Phase Power Design ASUS Hybrid OS-Express Gate ASUS Exclusive Features - True USB 3.0 or True SATA 6Gb/s Support...
...-language BIOS Precision Tweaker 2: - vPCH: 36-step chipset voltage control - P7P55D-E specifications summary ASUS Q-Design ASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS IO Level UP for Active Cooling - 12+2 Phase Power Design ASUS Hybrid OS-Express Gate ASUS Exclusive Features - True USB 3.0 or True SATA 6Gb/s Support...
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P7P55D-E specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (Purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (Green) 1 x Optical S/PDIF ... Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii...
P7P55D-E specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Contents Form Factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (Purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (Green) 1 x Optical S/PDIF ... Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii...
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... may vary with 6.0Gb/s label 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P7P55D-E 1-1 Before you for buying an ASUS® P7P55D-E motherboard! Product introduction Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of new features and latest technologies...
... may vary with 6.0Gb/s label 1 x Ultra DMA 133/ 100/66 cable 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P7P55D-E 1-1 Before you for buying an ASUS® P7P55D-E motherboard! Product introduction Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit • If any of new features and latest technologies...
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...enabling higher graphics performance. Intel® P55 The Intel® P55 Express Chipset is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. P7P55D-E brings you 've never experienced before! Built to support the latest 1156 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core...i5 / Core™ i3 processors. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® LGA1156 Lynnfield / Clarkdale Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Lynnfield / Clarkdale processors in multiple GPU configurations. True USB 3.0 Support Experience ultra-fast data transfers at...
...enabling higher graphics performance. Intel® P55 The Intel® P55 Express Chipset is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. P7P55D-E brings you 've never experienced before! Built to support the latest 1156 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core...i5 / Core™ i3 processors. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® LGA1156 Lynnfield / Clarkdale Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Lynnfield / Clarkdale processors in multiple GPU configurations. True USB 3.0 Support Experience ultra-fast data transfers at...
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...ASUS 12+2 phase VRM design also ensure longer component life and minimum power loss. 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS ASUS... Express Gate 0 to run at no additional cost with CPU Level Up! Chapter 1 1.3.2 ASUS... you with Auto Tuning! 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase T.Probe Leading.... Express Gate is brought to the ASUS motherboards. 12+2 phase power design, 12-...groundbreaking 12+2 phase VRM design is an ASUS exclusive OS that automates overclocking to effectively...achieve a total system level up. ASUS 12+2 Phase Power Design Unprecedented Innovation ...
...ASUS 12+2 phase VRM design also ensure longer component life and minimum power loss. 1.3.4 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid OS ASUS... Express Gate 0 to run at no additional cost with CPU Level Up! Chapter 1 1.3.2 ASUS... you with Auto Tuning! 1.3.3 ASUS Xtreme Design-Hybrid Phase T.Probe Leading.... Express Gate is brought to the ASUS motherboards. 12+2 phase power design, 12-...groundbreaking 12+2 phase VRM design is an ASUS exclusive OS that automates overclocking to effectively...achieve a total system level up. ASUS 12+2 Phase Power Design Unprecedented Innovation ...
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...DIY experience. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solutions make the system more . ASUS Q-Design DIY quickly, DIY easily! ASUS Q-Design enhances your ...with easy ways to achieve a quiet and cool environment. This is able to page 4-6 for details. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! Any Memory is caused by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in no more stable and ...
...DIY experience. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solutions make the system more . ASUS Q-Design DIY quickly, DIY easily! ASUS Q-Design enhances your ...with easy ways to achieve a quiet and cool environment. This is able to page 4-6 for details. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! Any Memory is caused by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in no more stable and ...
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ASUS P7P55D-E 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 2.1 Before you proceed Hardware information Take note 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. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a ... on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
ASUS P7P55D-E 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 2.1 Before you proceed Hardware information Take note 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. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a ... on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.8 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 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 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 chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws 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
DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 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 chassis in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws 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