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    P7P55D Motherboard
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    Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY
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    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 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-5 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-5 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan 2-8 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 2-9 2.4 System memory
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    2.8.2 Audio I/O connections 2-28 2.8.3 Internal connectors 2-31 2.8.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel 2-40 2.9 Onboard LEDs 2-41 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-42 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 Updating BIOS 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update
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    3-23 3.6.4 USB Configuration 3-24 3.6.5 PCIPnP 3-25 3.6.6 Intel VT-d Configuration 3-25 3.6.7 T.Probe 3-25 3.7 Power menu 3-25 3.7.1 Suspend Mode 3-26 3.7.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume 3-26 3.7.3 ACPI 2.0 Support 3-26 3.7.4 ACPI APIC Support 3-26 3.7.5 EuP Ready 3-26 3.7.6 APM Configuration
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    Using ASUS Turbo Key 4-11 4.5 RAID configurations 4-12 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-12 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-13 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-13 4.5.4 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility 4-13 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-17 4.6.1 Creating a RAID
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    installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This
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    ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY- RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged
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    guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports
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    of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    P7P55D specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Support Storage LAN USB IEEE 1394 Audio ASUS Q-Design LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 Processors/ Core™ i5 processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P55
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    P7P55D specifications summary ASUS Unique Features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Back Panel I/O Ports ASUS Hybrid Processor - ASUS TurboV EVO - Auto Tuning, TurboV, and Turbo Key ASUS Hybrid Phase - T.Probe Technology for Active Cooling - 12+2 Phase Power Design ASUS Hybrid OS - Express
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    ! button 16 Mb 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
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    xiv
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    line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P7P55D motherboard User guide Support DVD
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    while minimizing the impact on the environment. Intel® LGA1156 Lynnfield Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Lynnfield processors in LGA1156 package, which has memory and PCI Express controller integrated to support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes
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    Quality Component for Best Performance The groundbreaking 12+2 phase VRM design is brought to the ASUS motherboards. 12+2 phase power design, 12-phase for vCore and extra 2-phase for Memory controller inside CPU can provide the highest power efficiency, and hence generates less heat to effectively
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    ASUS EPU-the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new 6 engine version, which provides total system power savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. With auto phase switching for components (which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory
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    cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique module eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. Refer to page 2-40 for details. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 Simply update BIOS from a USB flash drive before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is a user
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    -color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you to select the language of your choice from the available options. The localized BIOS setup menu helps you configure your system easier and faster. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product
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    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. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P7P55D 2-1
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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
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    Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24- audio connector (4-pin CD) 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-38 2-5 2-10 2-26 2-37 2-36 2-24 2-32 2-34 2-33 2-39 2-25 2-35 2-41 2-36 2-35 2-31 2-31 Chapter 2 ASUS P7P55D
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    2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis
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    socket on the motherboard. Chapter 2 2. Press the load lever with your thumb (A), and then move it to the right (B) until it is released from the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. ASUS P7P55D Load lever A B Retention
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    3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted. Load plate 4. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket. PnP cap Chapter 2 5. Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom‑left corner of the socket, and then fit
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    the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the load plate slides under the retention knob (C). B A C 8. Insert the load lever under the retention tab. ASUS P7P55D 2-7
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    Material is properly applied to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly. Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Place the heatsink on top of the
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    the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a B diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. A B A A B B A 4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P7P55D 2-9
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    2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for
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    value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS P7P55D 2-11
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    Chapter 2 P7P55D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for CPU at 2.66, .9FF 1024MB SS MICRON CT25664BA1339.16FF 2048MB DS MICRON Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* AD30908C8D-15IG 1333-9-9-9-24 •• • AD30908C8D-15IG 1333
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    P7P55D Motherboard S-POWER I0YT3E0 Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage 9(1333-9-9-9-24) DIMM socket support (Optional • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• • •• •• • •• • • •• • •• • •• •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • 9(1333-9-9-9-24) •• • ASUS P7P55D 2-13
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    Chapter 2 P7P55D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* A-DATA AD31600E001GMU 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(
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    P7P55D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support • • • PQI MFADR401PA0102(XMP) 2048MB DS SAMSUNG K4B1G08460 1066-8-8-8-20 ••• ASUS P7P55D 2-15
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    N/A SS N/A Chip NO. Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage 1.9 1.9 1.9 DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* • • • • • • • • P7P55D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1625MHz capability for CPU at 2.8 and 2.93GHz Vendor KINGSTON
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    2 P7P55D Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket Voltage support ( 1.8 • • Gingle 9CAASS37AZZ01D1 2GB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 • • • ASUS P7P55D 2-17
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    . ASUS exclusively provides two DDR3-1600 DIMM support for each memory channel. • According to Intel CPU spec, CPUs with a core frequency of 2.66G support the maximum DIMM frequency of up to DDR3-1333. To use DIMMs of a higher frequency with a 2.66G CPU, enable the DRAM O.C. Profile feature in BIOS
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    may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM 1. Press the retaining Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clip. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. 2. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS P7P55D
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    the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. Remove the BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support
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    A B C D E F G H PCIE x16_1 shared - - - - - - - PCIE x16_2 - shared - - - - - - USB 2.0 controller 1 shared - - - - - - - USB 2.0 controller 2 - - - - - - - shared HD audio - - - - - - shared - Onboard SATA - - - - shared - - ASUS P7P55D 2-21
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    other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the
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    We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. See page 2-38 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. See page 2-37 for details. Chapter 2 ASUS P7P55D 2-23
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    each timing set is tested. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the
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    clear the CMOS memory of date, BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS P7P55D
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    to 2.0V • Before you change the jumper settings for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items first to adjust the desired DRAM performance. Ensure your system functions well under the highest BIOS voltage settings before you change the setting of the jumper. • The system may need a better
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    5. LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. External SATA port 9. IEEE 1394a port 10. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 11. Audio I/O ports** * Refer to the LAN port table on the next page. ** Refer to the audio port definitions table on the next page. ASUS P7P55D 2-27
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    BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel Light Blue Line In Lime Line Out Pink Mic In Orange
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    Chapter 2 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers ASUS P7P55D 2-29
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    Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    to��t�h�i�s�c��o�n�n�e��c�to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]; if you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio]. ASUS P7P55D 2-31
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    /66 signal cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. Chapter 2 Single device Two devices Drive jumper setting
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    Configure SATA as item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 3.4.2 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.5 RAID configurations or the RAID manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before
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    5. JMicron® JMB363 Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA_E1) This connector is for the Serial ATA signal cable for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. Chapter 2 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. 7. Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) These connectors
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    the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Chapter 2 Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. 9. Serial port connector
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    fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1, and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. ASUS P7P55D 2-37
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    that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 600 W. • Do not forget to connect the 8-pin EATX12 refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.
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    system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD
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    the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. To install the ASUS Q-Connector 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q- SW 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The
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    , VGA card, and HDD) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. Chapter 2 ASUS P7P55D 2-41
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    the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions
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    BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet • View the BIOS version information This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS P7P55D
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    Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. 2. From the Main menu, click the Utilities tab, and then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX. XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS
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    the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. c. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download, then click Next. Updating from a BIOS file a. ��S�e��le�c�t Update BIOS from a file, then click Next. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-3
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    fi�le��f�ro�m���th��e�O��p�e�n� window, then click Open. P7P55D.ROM P7P55D 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Ensure to load the BIOS
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    without using an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www. asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port, and then launch EZ Flash 2 in any of these
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    DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive. Recovering
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    always shut down the system properly from the operating system. • The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-7
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    / keys to display the other items on the screen. Main Advanced BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode ACPI Version Features ACPI APIC support APM Configuration Hardware Monitor [Auto] [Disabled] [EDniasbalbelde]d Enabled Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to
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    . Select a device item then press to display the SATA device information. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY SATA 1 Device : Hard Disk Vendor : HDT722516DLA380 Size : 164.7GB LBA Mode : Supported Block Mode : 16Sectors PIO Mode : 4 Async DMA : MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA : Ultra DMA
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    installed. [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] Select this option if no SATA drive is installed the device supports this mode, time if the device supports the multi-sector transfer Memory Access) allows your computer to transfer data to and from the hardware devices installed the hard disk into a
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    1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk drives, set this item to [RAID]. Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if the device is accessed through BIOS. Configuration
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    system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY BIOS Information BIOS Version : 0153 BIOS Build Date : 06/11/09 EC BIOS Version : MBEC-0018 Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.40GHz
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    chapter vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Main Ai Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance [Good Performance] [Better Performance] [Best Performance] [Extreme Performance] Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-13
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    Technology, choose this item to set the profile(s) supported by your memory module(s) for optimizing the system performance. The configuration options for the following sub-item vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. DRAM O.C. Profile [DDR3-1600MHz] This item appears only
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    only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual], [D.O.C.P.] or [X.M.P.]. BCLK Frequency [XXX] Allows you to item settings. • According to Intel CPU spec, CPUs with a core frequency of 2.66G support the maximum DIMM frequency of up install on the motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-15
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    on your settings of the following sub-items: DRAM WRITE to READ Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [8 DRAM Clock] Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    Mode [Offset] Allows you to set the CPU Voltage Mode. Different sub-items appear according to the CPU Voltage Mode item setting. Configuration options: [Offset] [Manual] Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-17
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    Voltage Mode item to [Manual] and allows you to to set the CPU Integrated Memory Controller voltage. The values supported is [2.0V]. This item can be automatically optimized if you install a XMP DIMM. See 2. DRAM overvoltage setting on page 2-26 for details. • According to Intel CPU spec BIOS setup
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    [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Automatic configuration. Follow Intel specifications. Improve CPU VDroop directly. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Automatic configuration. Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-19
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    you installed. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure advanced CPU settings Module Version:01.04 Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Genuine Intel(R) CPU 20 CPU Ratio Setting C1E Support Hardware Prefetcher Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Max CPUID Value Limit Intel(R) Virtualization Tech CPU TM
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    according to your CPU model. C1E Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be Intel(R) HT Technology [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Intel Hyper-Threading Technology. [Disabled] Only one thread per activated CPU core is enabled. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D
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    supported by your CPU. Configuration options: [Auto] [C1] [C3] [C6] [C7] Chapter 3 3.6.2 North Bridge Configuration The North Bridge menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced North Bridge Chipset Configuration IMC Type : Havendale Memory Remap Feature
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    Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Onboard Devices Configuration HDA Controller [Enabled] Front Panel Type [HD Audio] SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advabced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable ] [2E8/IRQ3] Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-23
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    SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration Module Version - 2.24.3-13.4 USB Devices Enabled: 2 Hubs Options Disabled Enabled USB Functions Legacy USB Support BIOS EHCI Hand-Off [Enabled] [Auto] [Enabled] The USB Devices Enabled item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected
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    install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. 3.6.6 [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-25
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    VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. [No] The system will not invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. [Yes] The system invokes VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. 3.7.3 ACPI 2.0 Support (EuP) Ready function. Allows the BIOS to switch off power for WOL, WO_USB, audio, and onboard LEDs at S5 state to
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    APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY transmit data until the computer and applications are fully running. Thus, connection cannot be made on the first try. Turning an external modem off feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D 3-27
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    PS/2 mouse. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. 3.7.7 Hardware Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Hardware Monitor CPU hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignored if you do not wish to
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    Device Priority sequence. A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B: ) may Megatrends, Inc. 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Boot Device Priority 1st Boot installed in the system. Configuration options: [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] ASUS P7P55D 3-29
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    display feature. [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third
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    Installed BIOS password, you can clear clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P7P55D
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    le�t�te��rs��o�r��n�u�m��b�e�r�s�,��o�r both, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. The message Password Installed . Password Check [Setup] [Setup] BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. [Always] BIOS checks for user password both when accessing
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    CMOS settings in the Save to sub-item. Load CMOS Profiles Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Press , and choose a profile to load. Start O.C. Profile Allows you to run the utility to save and load CMOS. Press to run the utility. ASUS P7P55D 3-33
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    function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration
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    waits at the Express Gate's first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS. Choose [Prompt User] to stay at the first screen of setting this item to [Reset], ensure that you save the setting to the BIOS so that the user data will be cleared the next time you enter the ASUS P7P55D 3-35
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    the changes that you made to the Setup program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values. After
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    items to create the RAID/AHCI driver disk. The Manual menu contains the list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Click an item to install Click the Contact
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    4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening
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    window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P7P55D 4-3
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    launch several ASUS utilities easily. Launching AI Suite 1. Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Launch AI Suite by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
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    fan speeds to achieve a quiet and cool system environment. Launching Fan Xpert After installing AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD, launch Fan Xpert by double- clicking the AI Suite tray icon and : Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. ASUS P7P55D 4-5
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    4.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 Engine ASUS EPU-6 Engine is an energy-efficient tool that satisfies settings like CPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Launching 6 Engine After installing EPU-6 Engine from the motherboard support DVD, launch the program by double-clicking the 6 Engine tray icon. The
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    from ODD and USB drives and downloading to USB drives only. • ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs, USB HDDs and Flash drives with at least 1.2GB of available disk space. When installed on USB HDDs and Flash drives, connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before turning on the
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    Panel Jack-Retasking and S/PDIF Out support. Follow the installation wizard to install the VIA® Audio Driver from the support CD/DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the VIA audio software is correctly installed, you will find the VIA HD Audio Deck icon on the Windows notification area
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    . See Chapter 3 for details. • For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments using TurboV. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P7P55D 4-9
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    varies on the installed device (ex., CPU and DRAM). • The auto-tuning function overclocks your system settings. Installation of advanced cooling systems is recommended. • The auto-tuned settings will be stored in system BIOS and will be applied in the next boot. 4-10 Chapter 4: Software support
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    ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to set a group of hot-keys into physical overclocking buttons. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games-with just one touch! If the TurboV EVO is correctly installed, you will find the TurboV EVO
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    4.5 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® P55 chipset that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later
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    hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect the
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    items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Creating a RAID volume To create a RAID set 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8
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    for audio and video editing. 7. When the Capacity item is selected, enter the RAID volume DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D
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    the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix exit or press to return to the utility main menu. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4
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    and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver to create an Intel® RAID driver disk. 5. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. 6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D 4-17
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    the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. To install the RAID driver for Windows® Vista or later OS 1. Insert the floppy disk or USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive or USB port. 2. During the OS installation, select Intel(R) ICH8R/ICH9R/ICH10R
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    Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed. 5. Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup.oem. 6. Double-click the file. A window appears, allowing you to select the program for opening the oem file. 7. Use Notepad to open the file. Chapter 4 ASUS P7P55D 4-19
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    " Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the file. Chapter 4 4-20 Chapter 4: Software support
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    supports the ATI CrossFireX technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). • Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. See page 2-38 for details. • We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for
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    motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately. 6. Connect a VGA or
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    with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ASUS P7P55D 5-3
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    graphics card to act as the display GPU. 3. Select Enable CrossFireX. 4. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit 1 the window. 2 3 4 5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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