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... utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-6 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-6 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-7 3.3.4 Menu items 3-7 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-7 3.3.6 Configuration fields 3-7 3.3.7 Pop-up window 3-7 3.3.8 Scroll bar 3-7 3.3.9 General help 3-7 3.4 Main menu 3-8 3.4.1 SATA 1-6 3-8 3.4.2 Storage Configuration 3-10 3.4.3 AHCI Configuration 3-10 3.4.4 System Information 3-11 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu 3-12 3.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 3-12 3.5.2 CPU...
... utility 3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.3 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen 3-6 3.3.2 Menu bar 3-6 3.3.3 Navigation keys 3-7 3.3.4 Menu items 3-7 3.3.5 Submenu items 3-7 3.3.6 Configuration fields 3-7 3.3.7 Pop-up window 3-7 3.3.8 Scroll bar 3-7 3.3.9 General help 3-7 3.4 Main menu 3-8 3.4.1 SATA 1-6 3-8 3.4.2 Storage Configuration 3-10 3.4.3 AHCI Configuration 3-10 3.4.4 System Information 3-11 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu 3-12 3.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner 3-12 3.5.2 CPU...
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... 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 SSD 4-7 4.3.6 VIA® High Definition Audio utility 4-8 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-9 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-9 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-10 4.4.3 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-11 4.5 RAID configurations 4-12 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-12 4.5.2 Installing...
... 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 SSD 4-7 4.3.6 VIA® High Definition Audio utility 4-8 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utility-TurboV EVO 4-9 4.4.1 Using ASUS TurboV 4-9 4.4.2 Using ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode 4-10 4.4.3 Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-11 4.5 RAID configurations 4-12 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-12 4.5.2 Installing...
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...-step DRAM bus voltage control - ASUS Q-DIMM Precision Tweaker 2: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (Purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (Green) 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out 1 x Clear CMOS switch 1 x IEEE1394a 2 x RJ45 ports 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 10-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS Hybrid Processor-TurboV EVO: - P7P55D Premium specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Q-Design ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Back Panel I /O (continued...
...-step DRAM bus voltage control - ASUS Q-DIMM Precision Tweaker 2: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (Purple) 1 x PS/2 Mouse port (Green) 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out 1 x Clear CMOS switch 1 x IEEE1394a 2 x RJ45 ports 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 10-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS Hybrid Processor-TurboV EVO: - P7P55D Premium specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Q-Design ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Back Panel I /O (continued...
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...intelligently pushes the system to achieve world O.C. Hardware Controller Imagine overclocking in realtime. With ASUS TurboV Remote, you with Auto Tuning! Hybrid 32+3 Phase Power...ASUS motherboards. beginners can provide the highest power efficiency, and hence generates less heat to achieve a total system level up. TurboV Remote Versatile, Real-time O.C. Refer to page 3-35 and 4-7 for Best Performance The groundbreaking Hybrid 32+3 phase VRM design is an ASUS exclusive OS that automates overclocking to effectively enhance the overclocking capability. ASUS P7P55D Premium...
...intelligently pushes the system to achieve world O.C. Hardware Controller Imagine overclocking in realtime. With ASUS TurboV Remote, you with Auto Tuning! Hybrid 32+3 Phase Power...ASUS motherboards. beginners can provide the highest power efficiency, and hence generates less heat to achieve a total system level up. TurboV Remote Versatile, Real-time O.C. Refer to page 3-35 and 4-7 for Best Performance The groundbreaking Hybrid 32+3 phase VRM design is an ASUS exclusive OS that automates overclocking to effectively enhance the overclocking capability. ASUS P7P55D Premium...
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... 2-25 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The Heat Pipe design is A-OK! Built-in no more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. With auto phase switching for components (which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, hard drives and CPU cooler / ...this motherboard is a fanless cooling solution offered exclusively by different climate conditions in real-time. Refer to date. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! is able to page 4-6 for effective heat dissipation- The technology is the fastest memory booting solution today....
... 2-25 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The Heat Pipe design is A-OK! Built-in no more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. With auto phase switching for components (which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, hard drives and CPU cooler / ...this motherboard is a fanless cooling solution offered exclusively by different climate conditions in real-time. Refer to date. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS Exclusive Features MemOK! is able to page 4-6 for effective heat dissipation- The technology is the fastest memory booting solution today....
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...press during overclocking, the exclusive onboard switches allow gamers to effortless fine-tune the performance without the usual "fingers"-making connection quick and accurate. ASUS Q-Design DIY quickly, DIY easily! The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to short the pins! ASUS Noise ...clear human dialogue even with ease. In addition to page 2-41 for details. ASUS Q-Design enhances your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ASUS Q-Connector Make connection quick and accurate! ASUS P7P55D Premium 1-5 With these technologies, you easy ways to install computer components, update the ...
...press during overclocking, the exclusive onboard switches allow gamers to effortless fine-tune the performance without the usual "fingers"-making connection quick and accurate. ASUS Q-Design DIY quickly, DIY easily! The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to short the pins! ASUS Noise ...clear human dialogue even with ease. In addition to page 2-41 for details. ASUS Q-Design enhances your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ASUS Q-Connector Make connection quick and accurate! ASUS P7P55D Premium 1-5 With these technologies, you easy ways to install computer components, update the ...
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Profile Conveniently restore or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings. The BIOS settings can update your system easier and faster. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your BIOS only in the...from a USB flash drive before entering the OS. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for...
Profile Conveniently restore or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings. The BIOS settings can update your system easier and faster. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you configure your BIOS only in the...from a USB flash drive before entering the OS. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for...
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... are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you do any of the following: - Refer to section 3.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P7P55D Premium 2-11 For more efficient memory cooling system to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. The system maps the total size of...
... are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you do any of the following: - Refer to section 3.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS P7P55D Premium 2-11 For more efficient memory cooling system to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. The system maps the total size of...
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...;• 9 1.9 •• 9-8-8(1066-8-7-7-20) 1.8 ••• 9-9-9-24 ••• 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 2 •• P7P55D Premium Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133MHz capability for the latest QVL. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one...configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of up to section 3.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner for details. • Visit the ASUS website for CPU ...
...;• 9 1.9 •• 9-8-8(1066-8-7-7-20) 1.8 ••• 9-9-9-24 ••• 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 2 •• P7P55D Premium Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133MHz capability for the latest QVL. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one...configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of up to section 3.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner for details. • Visit the ASUS website for CPU ...
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... onboard power-on a bare or opencase system. 2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you to fine-tune performance when...
... onboard power-on a bare or opencase system. 2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you to fine-tune performance when...
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... continuously. Press and hold the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! ASUS P7P55D Premium 2-25 switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. function. • The...
... continuously. Press and hold the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! ASUS P7P55D Premium 2-25 switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. function. • The...
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... switch 8. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 12. LAN (RJ-45) port 1* 6. LAN (RJ-45) port 2* 4. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 13. 2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. ASUS P7P55D Premium 2-27 Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. IEEE 1394a port 5. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to overclocking. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10.
... switch 8. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 12. LAN (RJ-45) port 1* 6. LAN (RJ-45) port 2* 4. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 13. 2.7 Connectors 2.7.1 Rear panel connectors Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. ASUS P7P55D Premium 2-27 Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. IEEE 1394a port 5. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to overclocking. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10.
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4. Chapter 2 The TPM module is for system overclocking without interrupting on /off the computer, adjust EPU modes and system bus speed, and launch Turbo Key profiles for the bundled TurboV Remote. TurboV Remote... pressing the Clear CMOS key on the back of the TurboV Remote. • When removing TurboV Remote, firmly hold the connector to section 4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine and 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utlity-TurboV EVO for related software details. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information TurboV Remote connector (5-pin TURBO_CON) This connector is purchased separately. 5. Refer ...
4. Chapter 2 The TPM module is for system overclocking without interrupting on /off the computer, adjust EPU modes and system bus speed, and launch Turbo Key profiles for the bundled TurboV Remote. TurboV Remote... pressing the Clear CMOS key on the back of the TurboV Remote. • When removing TurboV Remote, firmly hold the connector to section 4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine and 4.4 ASUS Unique Overclocking Utlity-TurboV EVO for related software details. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information TurboV Remote connector (5-pin TURBO_CON) This connector is purchased separately. 5. Refer ...
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...that requires further BIOS settings or update. If there is potentially risky. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in the motherboard CMOS. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. ASUS P7P55D Premium 3-1 Carefully follow the instructions of the BIOS may result in the ...BIOS BIOS setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for details on system stability, compatibility, or performance.
...that requires further BIOS settings or update. If there is potentially risky. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in the motherboard CMOS. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. ASUS P7P55D Premium 3-1 Carefully follow the instructions of the BIOS may result in the ...BIOS BIOS setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for details on system stability, compatibility, or performance.
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... of the screen has the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for...
... of the screen has the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for...
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.... Chapter 3 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio Setting Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech Intel(R) TurboMode Tech Xtreme Phase Full Power Mode DRAM Frequency QPI Frequency [Auto] [... [Auto] Press ENTER to run the utility to malfunction. 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to Tuner ...
.... Chapter 3 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Ai Overclock Tuner CPU Ratio Setting Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech Intel(R) TurboMode Tech Xtreme Phase Full Power Mode DRAM Frequency QPI Frequency [Auto] [... [Auto] Press ENTER to run the utility to malfunction. 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to Tuner ...
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...set to [Enabled], the CPU speed is controlled by your CPU model. 3.5.3 Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled] When set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [D.O.C.P.] and allows you to select a DRAM O.C. The configuration options for the following sub-item vary depending on the DIMMs ...] Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D Premium 3-13 Profile [DDR3-1600MHz] This item appears only when you set to run faster than the Intel® CPU spec, use this ASUS exclusive DRAM O.C. Auto D.O.C.P. Use the and keys to [X.M.P.] and allows you install on the motherboard. When set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to...
...set to [Enabled], the CPU speed is controlled by your CPU model. 3.5.3 Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled] When set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [D.O.C.P.] and allows you to select a DRAM O.C. The configuration options for the following sub-item vary depending on the DIMMs ...] Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D Premium 3-13 Profile [DDR3-1600MHz] This item appears only when you set to run faster than the Intel® CPU spec, use this ASUS exclusive DRAM O.C. Auto D.O.C.P. Use the and keys to [X.M.P.] and allows you install on the motherboard. When set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to...
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...frequency. You can also type the desired value using the numeric keypad. If this menu allow you to section 3.5.3 Ai Overclock Tuner for some of the following items vary �d�e�p�e�n�d�i�n�g��o�n�... feature in this happens, revert to the default setting. 3.5.7 QPI Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to ensure the best CPU overclocking performance. Refer to set the PCI Express frequency. The configuration options for details. Enables Full Power Mode to [Manual],...
...frequency. You can also type the desired value using the numeric keypad. If this menu allow you to section 3.5.3 Ai Overclock Tuner for some of the following items vary �d�e�p�e�n�d�i�n�g��o�n�... feature in this happens, revert to the default setting. 3.5.7 QPI Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to ensure the best CPU overclocking performance. Refer to set the PCI Express frequency. The configuration options for details. Enables Full Power Mode to [Manual],...
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... [Manual] Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Different sub-items appear according to adjust the value. You may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps]-[Delay 1500ps] Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired... Delay(SR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] [6 DRAM Clock] 3.5.9 CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto] Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability. DRAM READ to WRITE Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] - [14 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to WRITE Delay...
... [Manual] Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Different sub-items appear according to adjust the value. You may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps]-[Delay 1500ps] Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired... Delay(SR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] [6 DRAM Clock] 3.5.9 CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto] Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability. DRAM READ to WRITE Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] - [14 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to WRITE Delay...
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...17 DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA/B [Auto] Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. The values range from 0.395x to 1.15V with a 0.10V interval. • The values of the IMC Voltage...2.5000V N/A 3.5.16 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA/B [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. 3.5.18 [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.19 [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.20 [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Load-Line Calibration [Auto] ...
...17 DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA/B [Auto] Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. The values range from 0.395x to 1.15V with a 0.10V interval. • The values of the IMC Voltage...2.5000V N/A 3.5.16 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA/B [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. 3.5.18 [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.19 [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.20 [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Load-Line Calibration [Auto] ...