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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-P55A-UD3 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-P55A-UD3 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual Channel Memory Configuration 16 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 17 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel...
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Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 LGA1156 CPU CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory x16 PCI Express Bus DMI Interface PCI Express x1 1 PCI Express x4 (PCIEX1_2) PCI Express x1 (PCIEX1_1) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 2 USB 3.0/2.0 LAN RJ45 NEC ...
Block Diagram PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 1 PCI Express x16 LGA1156 CPU CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual Channel Memory x16 PCI Express Bus DMI Interface PCI Express x1 1 PCI Express x4 (PCIEX1_2) PCI Express x1 (PCIEX1_1) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 2 USB 3.0/2.0 LAN RJ45 NEC ...
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... components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in...
... components. • When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Hardware Installation Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not allow screws to come in...
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... sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High...
... sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High...
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... Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm (Note 1) Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be...
... Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm (Note 1) Due to Windows 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will be less than 4 GB. (Note 2) For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be...
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.... (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Hardware Installation LGA1156 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU.... • Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage....
.... (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. Hardware Installation LGA1156 CPU Socket Alignment Key Alignment Key Pin One Corner of the CPU.... • Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage....
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... capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If only one DDR3 memory module is installed. 2. A memory module can be used for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from...
... capacity, brand, speed, and chips be installed in Dual Channel mode. 1. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. If only one DDR3 memory module is installed. 2. A memory module can be used for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from...
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... DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install your... fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - Step 2: The clips...
... DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install your... fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely inserted. - 17 - Step 2: The clips...
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... name (to erase the default profile name, use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. F12: Load CMOS from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, floppy disk drive types, and the type...
... name (to erase the default profile name, use the SPACE key) and then press to complete. F12: Load CMOS from BIOS If your CPU, memory, etc. Standard CMOS Features Use this menu to configure the system time and date, hard drive types, floppy disk drive types, and the type...
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...Uncore Clock Ratio Uncore Frequency >>>>> Standard Clock Control Base Clock(BCLK) Control x BCLK Frequency (Mhz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) C.I.A.2 >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive PCI Express ...Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size D4c 136.73 MHz 2871.48 MHz 1367.34 MHz 2048 MB CPU Temperature PCH Temperature 39.3oC 39...
...Uncore Clock Ratio Uncore Frequency >>>>> Standard Clock Control Base Clock(BCLK) Control x BCLK Frequency (Mhz) Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 PCI Express Frequency (Mhz) C.I.A.2 >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive PCI Express ...Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size D4c 136.73 MHz 2871.48 MHz 1367.34 MHz 2048 MB CPU Temperature PCH Temperature 39.3oC 39...
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... is designed to automatically adjust CPU computing power to manually set the system memory multiplier. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to maximize system performance. Disabled Disables the use of the memory being used; Turbo Increases CPU frequency by 7% or 9% depending on system..., lower the overclocking ratio. >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive Allows you to the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. As stability is highly dependent on CPU loading. Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. The adjustable range is...
... is designed to automatically adjust CPU computing power to manually set the system memory multiplier. System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Allows you to maximize system performance. Disabled Disables the use of the memory being used; Turbo Increases CPU frequency by 7% or 9% depending on system..., lower the overclocking ratio. >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU Clock Drive Allows you to the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. As stability is highly dependent on CPU loading. Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. The adjustable range is...
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...are : Auto (default), Quick, Expert. (Note) This item appears only if you install a memory module that is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. Turbo Lets the system operate at its good...BCLK Frequency(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. Options are : 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) Advanced Memory Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced Memory Settings Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 Performance...
...are : Auto (default), Quick, Expert. (Note) This item appears only if you install a memory module that is the normal operating frequency of the memory being used; Profile2 (Note) Uses Profile 2 settings. Turbo Lets the system operate at its good...BCLK Frequency(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. Options are : 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) Advanced Memory Settings CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced Memory Settings Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) System Memory Multiplier (SPD) Memory Frequency (Mhz) 1333 Performance...
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...), 1~15. Channel Interleaving Options are : Auto (default), 1~7. tRRD Options are : Auto (default), 1~6. Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, this item will display as 1.5V. BIOS Setup - 42 - tRP Options are : Auto (default), 1~4. >>>>> Channel..., this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the CPU being used. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is dependent on the XMP memory. Rank Interleaving Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. x Round Trip Latency 46 Auto Auto Auto Auto...
...), 1~15. Channel Interleaving Options are : Auto (default), 1~7. tRRD Options are : Auto (default), 1~6. Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, this item will display as 1.5V. BIOS Setup - 42 - tRP Options are : Auto (default), 1~4. >>>>> Channel..., this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the CPU being used. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is dependent on the XMP memory. Rank Interleaving Options are : Auto (default), 1~15. x Round Trip Latency 46 Auto Auto Auto Auto...
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...Default: Enabled) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T Current Status } Advanced Frequency Settings } Advanced Memory Settings } Advanced Voltage Settings } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help... Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size D4c 136.73 MHz 2871.48 MHz 1367.34 MHz 2048 MB CPU Temperature PCH Temperature 39.3oC 39...
...Default: Enabled) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.) } M.I.T Current Status } Advanced Frequency Settings } Advanced Memory Settings } Advanced Voltage Settings } Miscellaneous Settings [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Press Enter] Item Help... Menu Level BIOS Version BCLK CPU Frequency Memory Frequency Total Memory Size D4c 136.73 MHz 2871.48 MHz 1367.34 MHz 2048 MB CPU Temperature PCH Temperature 39.3oC 39...
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... F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 1022M 1024M Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC...
... F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 640K 1022M 1024M Item Help Menu Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC...
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...zone. Drive A Allows you do not install a floppy disk drive, set this item to the information on this channel. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Typically, 640 KB will stop for all other errors. Options are used , set this item to determine whether the system will...the two methods below: • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST for any error. Extended Memory The amount of memory installed on the system. - 47 - Extended IDE Drive Configure your hard drive specifications. Options are determined by using one of...
...zone. Drive A Allows you do not install a floppy disk drive, set this item to the information on this channel. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Typically, 640 KB will stop for all other errors. Options are used , set this item to determine whether the system will...the two methods below: • Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect IDE/SATA devices during the POST for any error. Extended Memory The amount of memory installed on the system. - 47 - Extended IDE Drive Configure your hard drive specifications. Options are determined by using one of...
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... the settings of the SMART QuickBoot of loading the operating system from the available devices. After configuring this menu when finished. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Full Screen LOGO Show Backup BIOS Image to HDD Init Display First [Press Enter] [Disabled] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Floppy...
... the settings of the SMART QuickBoot of loading the operating system from the available devices. After configuring this menu when finished. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Full Screen LOGO Show Backup BIOS Image to HDD Init Display First [Press Enter] [Disabled] [Hard Disk] [CDROM] [Floppy...
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... CPU that supports this feature. PEG2 Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. Limit CPUID Max. set a delay time for Windows XP operating system; If ...the system BIOS is corrupted, it will be recovered from this item to Enabled for the computer, reducing exposure to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. BIOS Setup This function may enhance protection for legacy operating system such as the first display. porting software and ...
... CPU that supports this feature. PEG2 Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as Windows NT4.0. (Default: Disabled) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Enables or disables Intel Execute Disable Bit function. Limit CPUID Max. set a delay time for Windows XP operating system; If ...the system BIOS is corrupted, it will be recovered from this item to Enabled for the computer, reducing exposure to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. BIOS Setup This function may enhance protection for legacy operating system such as the first display. porting software and ...
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... providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. BIOS Setup Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of Month) Alarm: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day...
... providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. BIOS Setup Note: you need an ATX power supply providing at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of Month) Alarm: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day...
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... options. For example, a backup file created with SP1 or later, Windows Vista • Xpress Recovery and Xpress Recovery2 are installed. • The amount of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. •...
... options. For example, a backup file created with SP1 or later, Windows Vista • Xpress Recovery and Xpress Recovery2 are installed. • The amount of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP with Xpress Recovery cannot be restored using Xpress Recovery2. • USB hard drives are not supported. •...