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...Safety information...viii About this guide...ix SABERTOOTH 55i 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 "TUF ENGINE!" Power Design 1-3 1.3.3 "Ultimate COOL!" Thermal Solutions 1-3 1.3.4 "Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel 1-4 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...
...Safety information...viii About this guide...ix SABERTOOTH 55i 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 "TUF ENGINE!" Power Design 1-3 1.3.3 "Ultimate COOL!" Thermal Solutions 1-3 1.3.4 "Safe & Stable!" Guardian Angel 1-4 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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... the chemical substances in a residential installation. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. Operation is no guarantee that to ... for compliance could void the user's authority to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of Communications. However...
... the chemical substances in a residential installation. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. Operation is no guarantee that to ... for compliance could void the user's authority to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of Communications. However...
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...EXPOSURE TO BEAM. • Never dispose of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with an incorrect battery type. • RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. • DISPOSE ...the system, ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your motherboard) and is an optional component (may or may become wet. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with ...
...EXPOSURE TO BEAM. • Never dispose of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with an incorrect battery type. • RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. • DISPOSE ...the system, ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your motherboard) and is an optional component (may or may become wet. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with ...
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...procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized...Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. 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...
...procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized...Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. 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...
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... buying an ASUS® SABERTOOTH 55i motherboard! Before you for reference only. The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port eSATA module 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 1-1 Chapter...
... buying an ASUS® SABERTOOTH 55i motherboard! Before you for reference only. The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Chapter 1 ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i motherboard 1 x Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and 1-port eSATA module 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 1-1 Chapter...
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...The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of either SLI™ or CrossFireX™. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact...1156 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 processors. SABERTOOTH 55i brings you 've never experienced before! Dual-Channel DDR3 2000 / 1800 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that enhances system performance. Intel® Lynnfield processor is ...
...The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of either SLI™ or CrossFireX™. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact...1156 socket Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 processors. SABERTOOTH 55i brings you 've never experienced before! Dual-Channel DDR3 2000 / 1800 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that enhances system performance. Intel® Lynnfield processor is ...
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... E.S.P. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. CoolMem! ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 1-3 Efficient Switching Power Design Exclusively for this motherboard, the power switching design is brought to the ASUS motherboards. 12+2 phase power design, 12-phase for vCore and extra 2-phase for Memory ...overall improvement in real-time. The frame encloses 40mm or 50mm fans and fits them directly over the memory module. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to dissipate heat better with ...
... E.S.P. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. CoolMem! ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 1-3 Efficient Switching Power Design Exclusively for this motherboard, the power switching design is brought to the ASUS motherboards. 12+2 phase power design, 12-phase for vCore and extra 2-phase for Memory ...overall improvement in real-time. The frame encloses 40mm or 50mm fans and fits them directly over the memory module. ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to dissipate heat better with ...
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... success. MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires nothing but a push of complicated configurations. The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. ASUS Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like Skype, online game, video conference and...
... success. MemOK! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires nothing but a push of complicated configurations. The ASUS exclusive Anti-Static chip and circuit design, and the I/O shield provide four times better protection and ensure the motherboard's lifespan. ASUS Noise Filter This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like Skype, online game, video conference and...
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... details. ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 1-5 The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving you the freedom to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your favorite settings. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to share and distribute your motherboard. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector...
... details. ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 1-5 The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving you the freedom to convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your favorite settings. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to share and distribute your motherboard. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector...
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Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 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 ... 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.
Chapter 2 ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 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 ... 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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Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 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 Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. 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 Doing so can damage the motherboard. DO NOT overtighten the screws! The edge with external ports goes to the chassis.
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... not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from the retention tab. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5 Contact your thumb (A), and then move it...
... not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from the retention tab. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the motherboard. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i Load lever A B Retention tab 2-5 Contact your thumb (A), and then move it...
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... fan assembly in size and dimension. The LGA1156 socket is closest to the CPU fan connector. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information B 2. Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you buy a CPU separately, ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you...
... fan assembly in size and dimension. The LGA1156 socket is closest to the CPU fan connector. 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information B 2. Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you buy a CPU separately, ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you...
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... CPU_FAN. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 2-9 B 3. A B A A B B A 4. Chapter 2 DO NOT forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and...
... CPU_FAN. Connect the CPU fan cable to connect the CPU fan connector! Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 2-9 B 3. A B A A B B A 4. Chapter 2 DO NOT forget to the connector on the motherboard. 2. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and...
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... Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. 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: Chapter 2 Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one memory module...
... Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a single-channel operation. 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: Chapter 2 Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: Install one memory module...
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...motherboard. DIMMs and DDR3-1600 are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to DDR3-1333. Under the default state, some memory modules for the OS can be about 3GB or less. ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i...more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to Intel spec definition, X.M.P. For more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that ...
...motherboard. DIMMs and DDR3-1600 are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to DDR3-1333. Under the default state, some memory modules for the OS can be about 3GB or less. ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i...more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to Intel spec definition, X.M.P. For more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that ...
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Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH 55i Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability CPU Vendor Part No. Timing Lable(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* Crucial BL12864BE2009... 6GB (Kit of 2) N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-8-8(1066-8-7-7-20) 1.8 •• • Gingle 9CAASS37AZZ01D1 2GB N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 •• • SABERTOOTH 55i Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability CPU Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Lable(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* CORSAIR...
Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH 55i Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability CPU Vendor Part No. Timing Lable(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* Crucial BL12864BE2009... 6GB (Kit of 2) N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-8-8(1066-8-7-7-20) 1.8 •• • Gingle 9CAASS37AZZ01D1 2GB N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 •• • SABERTOOTH 55i Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability CPU Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Lable(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* CORSAIR...
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...;• 1.5-1.6 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.9 •• 2.0 •• 1.65 • • • N/A ••• 1.9 ••• 1.9 ••• ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 2-13 Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH 55i Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability CPU Vendor Part No.
...;• 1.5-1.6 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.9 •• 2.0 •• 1.65 • • • N/A ••• 1.9 ••• 1.9 ••• ASUS SABERTOOTH 55i 2-13 Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Chapter 2 SABERTOOTH 55i Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability CPU Vendor Part No.