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The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating from a BIOS file a. Select Update BIOS from file, then click Next. b. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file 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. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to enable it. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.02 Flash Info MODEL: F1A55-M LX PLUS File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0202 Folder Info 08/03/11 02:27p 4194304 Exit DATE: 08/03/2011 F1A55MLP.ROM File Info MODEL: F1A55-M LX PLUS Help Info VER: 0202 DATE: 08/03/11 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp/PageDown/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit [F2] Backup 2-2 ASUS F1A55-M LX Series

Section	Page
Notices	6
Safety information	7
About this guide	8
F1A55-M LX Series specifications summary	9
Chapter 1	13
Product introduction	13
1.1 Welcome!	13
1.2 Package contents	13
1.3 Special features	13
1.3.1 Product highlights	13
1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features	14
1.4 Before you proceed	16
1.5 Motherboard overview	17
1.5.1 Placement direction	17
1.5.2 Screw holes	17
1.5.3 Motherboard layout	18
1.5.4 Layout contents	18
1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU)	19
1.6.1 Installing the APU	19
1.6.2 Installing the heatsink and fan	21
1.7 System memory	22
1.7.1 Overview	22
1.7.2 Memory configurations	23
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM	28
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	28
1.8 Expansion slots	29
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	29
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	29
1.8.3 PCI slot	29
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot	29
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots	29
1.9 Jumpers	30
1.10 Connectors	32
1.10.1 Rear panel ports	32
1.10.2 Internal connectors	33
1.11 Software support	39
1.11.1 Installing an operating system	39
1.11.2 Support DVD information	39
Chapter 2	41
BIOS information	41
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	41
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	41
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	42
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	43
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	44
2.2 BIOS setup program	47
2.3 Main menu	51
2.3.1 System Language [English]	51
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	51
2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	51
2.3.4 Security	51
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	53
2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]	54
2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto]	54
2.4.3 APU Multiplier [Auto]	54
2.4.4 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]	54
2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control	55
2.4.6 CPU Voltage [Offset Mode]	55
2.4.7 DRAM Voltage [Auto]	55
2.4.8 SB 1.1V Voltage [Auto]	55
2.4.9 1.1Vsb Voltage [Auto]	55
2.4.10 APU1.2V Voltage [Auto]	56
2.4.11 VDDA Voltage [Auto]	56
2.4.12 Load-line Calibration [Auto]	56
2.4.13 APU Spread Spectrum [Auto]	56
2.5 Advanced menu	57
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	57
2.5.2 SATA Configuration	58
2.5.3 USB Configuration	59
2.5.4 NB Configuration	59
2.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration	59
2.5.6 APM	60
2.6 Monitor menu	62
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]	62
2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]	62
2.6.3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]	62
2.6.4 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage	63
2.6.5 Anti Surge Support [Enabled]	63
2.7 Boot menu	64
2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On]	64
2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]	64
2.7.3 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]	64
2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]	65
2.7.5 Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled]	65
2.7.6 Setup Mode [EZ Mode]	65
2.7.7 Boot Option Priorities	65
2.7.8 Boot Override	65
2.8 Tools menu	66
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility	66
2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile	66
2.8.3 ASUS SPD Information	66