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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. KBMS HDMI ATX12V CPU_FAN CHA_FAN DIGI +VRM DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) SOCKET FM2 DVI_VGA USB1112 LAN1_USB12 ASM 1042 AUDIO KB_USBWB A55M-A/USB3 PCIEX16 RTL 8111F PCIEX1_1 BATTERY Super I/O PCI1 SB_PWR ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP USBPWF USB56 USB34 AMD® A55 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 32Mb BIOS CLRTC SPEAKER F_PANEL EATXPWR ASUS A55M-A Series motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • A55M-A Series motherboards include A55M-A and A55M-A/USB3 models. The package contents vary from models. • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models. xi

Section	Page
Safety information	6
About this guide	7
A55M-A Series specifications summary	9
Package contents	11
Product introduction	13
1.1 Special features	13
1.1.1 Product highlights	13
1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM	13
1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features	14
1.2 Before you proceed	16
1.3 Motherboard overview	17
1.3.1 Placement direction	17
1.3.2 Screw holes	17
1.3.3 Motherboard layout	18
1.3.4 Layout contents	19
1.4 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU)	19
1.4.1 APU installation	20
1.4.2 APU heatsink and fan assembly installation	21
1.5 System memory	23
1.5.1 Overview	23
1.5.2 Memory configurations	24
1.5.3 Installing a DIMM	29
1.6 Expansion slots	30
1.6.1 Installing an expansion card	30
1.6.2 Configuring an expansion card	30
1.6.3 PCI slot	30
1.6.4 PCI Express x1 slot	30
1.6.5 PCI Express x16 slot	30
1.7 Jumpers	32
1.8 Connectors	34
1.8.1 Rear panel ports	34
1.8.2 Internal connectors	35
1.9 Software support	41
1.9.1 Installing an operating system	41
1.9.2 Support DVD information	41
BIOS information	43
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	43
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	43
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	44
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	45
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	46
2.2 BIOS setup program	48
2.3 Main menu	52
2.3.1 System Language [English]	52
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	52
2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	52
2.3.4 Security	52
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	54
2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]	55
2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto]	55
2.4.3 APU Multiplier [Auto]	55
2.4.4 NB Frequency [Auto]	55
2.4.5 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]	55
2.4.6 DRAM Timing Control	56
2.4.7 APU Voltage [Offset Mode]	56
2.4.8 DRAM Voltage [Auto]	56
2.4.9 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto]	56
2.4.10 DIGI+ VRM	57
2.5 Advanced menu	58
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	58
2.5.2 SATA Configuration	60
2.5.3 USB Configuration	61
2.5.4 NB Configuration	61
2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration	62
2.5.6 APM	63
2.5.7 Network Stack	64
2.6 Monitor menu	65
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]	65
2.6.2 CPU / Chassis fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]	65
2.6.3 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage	65
2.6.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]	65
2.6.5 Anti Surge Support [Auto]	66
2.7 Boot menu	67
2.7.1 Fast Boot [Enabled]	68
2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]	68
2.7.3 Post Delay Time [3 sec]	69
2.7.4 Bootup NumLock State [On]	69
2.7.5 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]	69
2.7.6 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]	69
2.7.7 Interrupt 19 Capture [Postponed]	69
2.7.8 Setup Mode [EZ Mode]	69
2.7.9 CSM Parameters	70
2.7.10 Secure Boot	70
2.7.11 Boot Option Priorities	71
2.7.12 Boot Override	71
2.8 Tools menu	72
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility	72
2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information	72
2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile	72
2.9 Exit menu	73
Appendices	75
Notices	75