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    User's Guide EVGA H55 Motherboard
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    's Guide ...1 EVGA H55 Motherboard 1 Before You Begin...6 Parts NOT in the Kit 6 EVGA H55 Motherboard 7 Motherboard Specifications 7 Hardware Installation ...9 Safety Instructions...9 Preparing the Motherboard 10 Installing the CPU 10 Installing the CPU Fan 11 Installing System Memory (DIMMs
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    EVGA H55 Motherboard Expansion Slots 22 PCI Slots ...22 PCI Express x16/x8/x4 Slots 22 Onboard Buttons ...23 Clear CMOS Button 23 RESET and POWER Button 23 Post Port Debug LED and LED Status Indicators 24 Post Port Debug LED 24 LED Status Indicators 24 Configuring the BIOS 25 Enter BIOS
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    Loss 37 Hardware Health Configure 38 H/W Health Function 38 CPU Fan Mode Setting 38 Frequency/Voltage Control Menu 39 Memory Configure 39 CPU Configuration 39 Installing Drivers and Software 40 Windows XP/Vista/7 Driver Installation 40 Appendix A. POST Codes for the EVGA H55 Motherboard 41
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    EVGA H55 Motherboard List of Figures Figure 1. PW1 Motherboard Connector 15 Figure 2. CMOS Setup Utility Main Menu 27 Figure 3. Standard BIOS Features Menu 28 Figure 4. Advanced BIOS Features 30 Figure 5. Advanced Chipset Features 32 Figure 6. PCI/PNP Resource Management 34 Figure 7. Boot
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    the hardware necessary to install and connect your new EVGA H55 Motherboard. However, it does not contain the following items that must be purchased separately to make the motherboard functional.  Intel Socket 1156 Processor  DDR3 System Memory  Socket 1156 or Socket 775 Cooling fan  PCI Express
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    EVGA H55 Motherboard Motherboard Specifications  Size ATX form factor of 12 inch x 9.6 inch  Processor support Intel Socket 1156 CPU's  Operating systems: Supports Windows XP 32bit/64bit, Windows Vista 32bit/64bit, and Windows 7 32bit/64bit  Intel H55 Express Chipset  System Display output
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    header) with a rate transmission of 400 Mbps  Onboard Audio Realtek High-Definition audio Supports 8-channel audio Supports Jack-Sensing function  Green Function Supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) Supports S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (Suspend
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    This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this section are:  Preparing the motherboard  Installing the CPU  Installing the CPU fan  Installing the memory  Installing the motherboard  Connecting cables Safety Instructions To reduce the
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    the processor only by the edges and do not touch the contacts on the motherboard or CPU. Any physical damage to the motherboard pins will void the warranty. Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto the motherboard: Unhook the socket lever by pushing down and away from the socket. Pull the
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    the CPU Load plate tip under screw cap Installing the CPU Fan There are many different fan types that can be used with this motherboard. Follow the instruction that came with you fan assembly. Be sure that the fan orientation is correct for your chassis type and your fan assembly. Please note
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    (DIMMs) Your new motherboard has four 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory. These slots support 256 MB, 512 MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB DDR3 technologies. There must be at least one memory bank populated to ensure normal operation. Use the following the recommendations for installing memory.  One DIMM: If using
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    block radio frequency transmissions, protects internal components from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis. Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of the chassis. Press the I/O shield into place and make sure it fits securely.
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    with the chassis vents according to the fan assembly instruction. 5. Secure the motherboard with a recommended minimum of nine (9) screws. Connecting all the necessary connections on the motherboard. This will include:  Power Connections 24-pin ATX power (PW1) 8-pin ATX 12V power (PW12)  Internal
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    24-pin ATX Power (PW1) PW1 is the main power supply connector located along the edge of the board next to the DIMM slots. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make
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    Connecting IDE Hard Disk Drives The IDE connector supports Ultra ATA 133/100/66 IDE hard disk drives. 1. Connect the blue connector (the cable end with a single connector) to the motherboard. 2. Connect the black connector (the cable with the two closely spaced black and gray connectors) to the
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    connect the Serial ATA II device to the motherboard. These connectors support the thin Serial ATA II cables for primary internal serial ATA connectors on this motherboard. These connections are designed to be angled to not interfere with any expansions cards. RX+ TX- RX- TX+ SATA 4 (bottom)
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    Connecting Internal Headers Front Panel Header The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the following four cables. (see Table 2 for pin definitions):  PWRLED Attach the front panel power LED cable to these
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    system cases are equipped with the front panel option). Connect the end of the cable to the IEEE1394a header on the motherboard. Table 3. IEEE 1394a Connector Pins Connector IEEE 1394a Connector 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Pin Signal 1 TPA+ 2 TPA- 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 +12V
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    (not all chassis are equipped with the front panel option). 2. Connect the end of the cable(s) to the USB 2.0 header on the motherboard. Table 4. USB 2.0 Header Pins Connector Pin USB 2.0 Header Connector 1 3 5 7 9 Pin 2 4 6 8 10 Signal 5V_DUAL DD+ GND Empty Signal 5V_DUAL DD+ GND No
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    HD audio standard and provides two kinds of audio output choices: the Front Audio, the Rear Audio. The front Audio supports re-tasking function. Table 5. Front Audio Connector Connector Front Audio Connector 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Pin Signal 1 PORT1_L 2 AUD_GND 3 PORT1_R 4 PRECENCE_J
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    for Graphic Cards and PCI Express x1 and x4 devices. The design of this motherboard supports multiple Graphic Card technology. When installing a PCI Express Graphic Card, be sure the blank cover. For SLI use, it is very important to use only slots PCIE_X16_1 and PCIE_X4_2 for optimal performance.
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    on/off the system, or clear the CMOS. Clear CMOS Button The motherboard uses the CMOS RAM to store all the set parameters. The CMOS can . These buttons allow for easy debugging and testing of the system during troubleshooting situations. The POWER button with LED indicates the system's status. When
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    failing to boot. It is useful during troubleshooting situations. This Debug LED will also Monitor LED Status Indicators The LEDs near the 24pin ATX connector indicate the system's status.  POWER LED LED is on.  DIMM LED (Orange): When the Memory slot is functional: This LED is on.  STANDBY LED
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    how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. This section includes the following information:  Enter BIOS Setup  Main Menu  Standard BIOS Features  Advanced BIOS Features  Advanced Chipset Features  PCI/PnP Resource
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    to Load Defaults, DEL to enter Setup. Pressing Del takes you to the AMI BIOS CMOS Setup Utility. Main Menu The main menu allows you to select from the Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends  Standard BIOS Features  Advanced BIOS Features  Advanced Chipset Features  PCI/PNP Resource
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    menu to set up the basic system configuration.  Advanced BIOS Features Use this menu to set up the advanced system /Voltage Control Use this menu to optimize system performance and configure clocks, voltages, memory timings, and more.  Load Optimal Defaults Load default system settings.  Discard
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    Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends Standard BIOS Features System Overview AMIBIOS Version :08.00.16 Build Date: -TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to Configure system Time. System Memory Size :8120MB System Time System Date [13:37:00] [Fri 07/16/2010]
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    Configuring the BIOS System Time / System Date Using the arrow keys, position the cursor over the month, day, and year. Use the + and - keys to scroll through dates
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    Enter:Select +/-/:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help F7:Previous Values F9:Optimized Defaults Figure 4. Advanced BIOS Features IDE Configuration Use this to configure your storage drivers and to switch between IDE and AHCI mode. Please note for Windows Vista / Windows 7, it is recommended
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    Configuring the BIOS Boot Settings Configuration Use this option to configure various system options, such as Bootup Num-Lock status, Quiet Boot and other advanced features. USB Configuration This option menu allows you to enable Legacy USB support, force USB 1.1 mode and more.
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    [Press Enter]  PCI Express Configuration [Press Enter] Intel VT-d [Disabled] HD Audio Controller [Enabled] IEEE1394 [Enabled] Internal HDMI Audio [Disabled] JMicron Storage controller [Disabled] LAN Controller [Enabled] LAN Boot [Disabled] PE3 Slot [Auto] PE2 Slot [Auto
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    Configuring the BIOS The Advanced Chipset Features menu also allows you to HDMI Audio.  LAN Controller This function allows you to enable or disable the onboard secondary network controller. It is recommended to leave this enabled, unless you are using an external Network Controller, such as an EVGA
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    Figure 6. PCI/PNP Resource Management Clear NVRAM This function clears the NVRAM during System Boot. Plug & Play O/S This function sets whether the O/S or BIOS configures Plug and Play devices. A setting of [No] is default. PCI Latency Timer This function sets the value in units of PCI clocks.
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    the system that an ISA graphics device is installed. PCI IDE BusMaster This function allows the BIOS to use PCI BusMastering for reading or writing to IDE drives. OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card This function allows manual override of PCI/ISA external cards. A setting of [Auto] works for most devices.
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    Boot Configuration Features Select Boot Configuration Features from the CMOS Setup Utility menu and press Enter to display the settings. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends Boot Configuration Features  Boot Device Priority  Hard Disk Drives [Press Enter] [Press
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    Configuring the BIOS Power Management Features Select Power Management Features from the CMOS Setup Utility menu and press Enter to display the settings. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-
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    93℉ Help Item Enables Hardware Health Monitoring Device. CPU Fan Speed Power Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed :3264 RPM :1337 RPM :3864 RPM VCore Memory CPU VTT PCH +5V :1.337 V :1.481 V :1.021 V :1.031 V :4.961 V Move Enter:Select +/-/:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help F5:Previous Values
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    Configuring the BIOS Frequency/Voltage Control Menu Select Frequency/Voltage Control from the CMOS Setup Utility menu and press Enter to display the settings. CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends Frequency/Voltage Control  Memory Configure  CPU Configuration [
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    been shipped with the EVGA H55 SLI Motherboard contains the following software and drivers:  Chipset Drivers  Audio drivers  LAN Drivers  EVGA E-LEET Overclocking Utility  Adobe Acrobat Reader  User's Manual Windows XP/Vista/7 Driver Installation 1. Insert the Intel H55 installation CD for the
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    Configuring the BIOS Appendix A. POST Codes for the EVGA H55 Motherboard This section provides the AMI POST Codes (Table 6) for the EVGA H55 Motherboard during system boot up. The POST Codes are displayed on the Debug LED readout located directly onboard the motherboard. This Debug LED will also
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    POST initialization of chipset registers Relocate System Management interrupt vector Uncompress and initialize BIOS module Initialize devices primary Initialize devices secondary Initialize output devices Allocate memory for ADM module Initialize silent boot module Display sign-on message Initialize
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    Code AA AB AC B1 00 (can vary) Description Uninstall POST vector Prepare BBS for Int 19 boot End of POST initialization Save system context for ACPI Pass control to OS Show CPU Temp (if enabled) Configuring the BIOS
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    EVGA Glossary of Terms ACPI - Advanced Configuration and Power Interface AFR - Alternate Frame Rendering APIC - Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller BIOS - Basic Input Output System CD-ROM - Compact Disc Read-Only Memory CMOS - Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor CPU - Central Processing
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    Electron Device Engineering Council LAN - Local Area Network LCD - Liquid Crystal Display LGA - Land Grid Array LN2 - Liquid Nitrogen Cooling MAC - Media Access SCSI - Small Computer System Interface SFR - Split Frame Rendering SLI - Scalable Link Interface SPD - Serial Presence Detect SPDIF -
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    TCP/IP - Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol USB - Universal Serial Bus VDroop - V-core Voltage Drop VGA - Video Graphics Array
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