Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P Manual
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GA-P55A-UD4P GA-P55A-UD4 LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family/ Intel® Core™ i5 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1002 12ME-P55AU4P-1002R - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-P55A-UD4P/GA-P55A-UD4 Oct. 16, 2009 Motherboard GA-P55A-UD4P / GA-P55A-UD4 Oct. 16, 2009 - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 3
the product. For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual. For instructions on how to use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support&Downloads\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on our website. For product-related information, check on our - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 4
...6 GA-P55A-UD4P/GA-P55A-UD4 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 - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 5
123 5-2-3 Enabling the Dolby Home Theater Function 125 5-2-4 Configuring Microphone Recording 126 5-2-5 Using the Sound Recorder 128 5-3 Troubleshooting 129 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 129 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 130 5-4 Regulatory Statements 132 j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. - 5 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 6
Box Contents GA-P55A-UD4P or GA-P55A-UD4 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables 2-Way SLI bridge connector I/O Shield • The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 7
GA-P55A-UD4P/GA-P55A-UD4 Motherboard Layout KB_USB R_SPDIF CPU_FAN SYS_FAN1 ATX_12V_2X4 JMB362 USB_1394_ESATA_2 USB_1394_ESATA_1 USB_LAN2 j LGA1156 PHASE LED PWR_FAN GA-P55A-UD4P / GA-P55A-UD4 DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 USB30_LAN1 ATX F_AUDIO AUDIO NEC RTL8111D PCIEX1_1(Note 1) - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 8
P55 Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse TPM j(Note) ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line Out Line In S/PDIF In S/PDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 9
manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N wrist strap when handling electronic com- ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, steps or have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 10
in the LGA1156 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU Chipset Intel® P55 Express Chipset Memory 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1) Dual channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 2200 - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 11
2 x USB 3.0 ports w 2 x eSATA 3Gb/s ports w 2 x RJ-45 ports j w 1 x RJ-45 port k w 6 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out/Rear Speaker Out/ Side Speaker Out/Line In/Line Out/Microphone) I/O Controller w iTE IT8720 chip j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. k Only for GA - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 12
Security (OEM version) Operating System w Support for Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/XP Form Factor w ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. (Note 1) Due to Windows Vista/XP 32-bit operating system limitation, when more than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 13
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 14
B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 15
that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the picture above shows, the installation is complete - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 16
guidelines before you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 17
unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 18
an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came with your expansion card. • Always If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your expansion card(s). 7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 19
/SLI-supported motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct driver - Two CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of identical brand and chip and correct driver - Two CrossFire (Note)/SLI bridge connectors - A power supply with sufficient power is recommended (Refer to the manual of - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 20
LED: State Description Blinking Data transmission or receiving is occurring Off No data transmission or receiving is occurring j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 21
USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Use this port for USB devices such as a USB keyboard/mouse, USB printer, USB the default Mic in jack ( ). Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration in Chapter 5, - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 22
16) F_USB1/F_USB2 17) F1_1394 18) LPT 19) COMA 20) CLR_CMOS 21) BAT 22) PHASE LED Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with has been securely attached to the connector on the motherboard. Hardware Installation - 22 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 23
can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power Pin No. 3.3V 13 3.3V 14 GND 15 +5V 16 GND 17 +5V 18 GND 19 Power Good 20 5VSB (stand by +5V) 21 +12V 22 +12V (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) 23 3.3V - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 24
design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. For optimum heat dissipation, it is recom - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 25
contact the local dealer. 33 1 34 2 8) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Before attaching the IDE for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the device manufacturers.) 39 1 40 2 - 25 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 26
compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The P55 Chipset supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. G.QBOFM G.QBOFM G.QBOFM Pin No. Definition - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 27
beep will be heard if no problem is detected at system startup. If a problem is detected, the BIOS may issue beeps in different patterns to indicate the problem. Refer to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 28
pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 29
) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition 1 SPDIFO 2 GND 1 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 30
local dealer. Pin No. Definition 1 TPA+ 9 1 2 TPA- 10 2 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power (12V) 8 Power (12V) 9 No Pin 10 GND • Do not plug the USB bracket cable into the IEEE 1394a header. • Prior to installing the IEEE 1394a bracket, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 31
18) LPT (Parallel Port Header) The LPT header can provide one parallel port via an optional LPT port cable. For purchasing the optional LPT port cable, please contact the local dealer. 25 1 26 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Definition STBAFDPD0 ERRPD1 INITPD2 SLINPD3 GND PD4 GND PD5 - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 32
. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 21) BAT (BATTERY) The battery provides power - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 33
22) PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the CPU loading. The higher the CPU loading, the more the number of lighted LEDs. To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2. Refer to Chapter 4, "Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2," for more details. - 33 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 34
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latest version of BIOS from the Internet and updates the BIOS. For instructions on using the Q-Flash and @BIOS utilities, refer to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." • Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 36
v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2009, Award Software, Inc. Motherboard Model BIOS Version P55A-UD4P D20 . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 09/23/2009-P55-7A89RG0WC-00 Function Keys Function Keys Function Keys: : POST SCREEN Press - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 37
press to accept or enter a sub-menu. (Sample BIOS Version: GA-P55A-UD4P D20) CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software MB Menu: Exit the BIOS Setup program Submenus: Exit current submenu Increase the numeric value or make changes Decrease - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 38
Abandon all changes and the previous settings remain in effect. Pressing to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can also carry out this task.) Security Chip Configuration j Use this menu to configure the TPM function. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. BIOS Setup - 38 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 39
configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced users Defaults (Note) This item appears only if you install a memory module that supports this feature. - 39 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 40
be reduced during system halt state to decrease power consumption. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) (Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 41
power-saving state than C1. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this setting. (Default: Auto) . Note: If your system fails to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow for automated system install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 42
(Mhz) and System Memory Multiplier settings. PCI Express Frequency(Mhz) Allows you to manually set the PCIe clock , when system instability occurs after overclocking, lower the overclocking ratio. >>>>> Advanced Clock Control CPU memory module that supports this feature. BIOS Setup - 42 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 43
Memory Multiplier settings. Performance Enhance Allows the system to operate at three different performance levels. Standard Lets the system operate at its basic performance level. Turbo Lets the system operate at its good install a memory module that supports this feature. - 43 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 44
or Profile2, this item will display the value based on the SPD data on the XMP memory. Profile QPI Voltage The value displayed here is dependent on the CPU being used. Channel Timing Control tRC Options are: Auto (default), 1~63. tRRD Options are: Auto (default), 1~7. BIOS Setup - 44 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 45
Level Move Enter: Select F5: Previous Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 45 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 46
. The default is Auto. Ch-B Data VRef. The default is Auto. Ch-A Address VRef. The default is Auto. Ch-B Address VRef. The default is Auto. BIOS Setup - 46 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 47
This section provides information on the BIOS version, CPU base clock, CPU frequency, memory frequency, total memory size , CPU temperature, Chipset temperature, Vcore, and memory voltage. (Note) This item is present only if you install a CPU that supports this feature. For more information about - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 48
Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Standard CMOS Features Halt On Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory [All, But Keyboard] 640K 1022M 1024M Item Help Menu Level Move your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the three methods below: BIOS Setup - 48 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 49
hard drive specifications. If you wish to enter the parameters manually, refer to the information on the hard drive. Capacity Approximate for all other errors. Memory These fields are read-only and are determined by the BIOS POST. Base Memory Also called conventional memory. Typically, 640 KB - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 50
Max. to 3 (Note) No-Execute Memory Protect (Note) Delay For HDD (Secs) Full Screen LOGO Show Backup BIOS move it up or down on the list. Press to exit this menu Disk, CDROM, ZIP, USB-FDD, USB-ZIP, USB-CDROM, USB-HDD, Legacy LAN, BIOS Setup hard drive and to issue warnings when a third - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 51
Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled) Backup BIOS Image to HDD Allows the system to copy the BIOS image file to the hard drive. If the system BIOS is corrupted, it will be recovered from this - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 52
) Enables or disables RAID for the SATA controllers integrated in the Intel P55 Chipset or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. IDE Disables RAID for the SATA controllers and configures the SATA controllers to IDE mode. (Default) j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. BIOS Setup - 52 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 53
support Native mode. USB Controllers Enables or disables the integrated USB 1.0 controller. (Default: Enabled) Disabled will turn off all of the USB functionalities below. USB Legacy Function Allows USB the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. - 53 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 54
motherboard incorporates cable diagnostic feature designed to detect the status of the attached LAN cable. This feature will detect cabling issue the LAN Boot ROM is activated. When a Cable Problem Occurs... If a cable problem occurs on a specified pair of wires, the GA-P55A-UD4P. BIOS Setup - 54 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 55
driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. RAID Enables RAID Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. Onboard Serial Port 1 Enables or EPP. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. - 55 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 56
On By Mouse Power On By Keyboard x KB Power ON Password AC Back Function EuP Support [S3(STR)] [Instant-Off] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Everyday 0 : that supports wake-up function. (Default: Enabled) (Note) Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. BIOS Setup - 56 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 57
may not be effective. HPET Support (Note) Enables or disables High item is configurable only if the HPET Support is set to Enabled. (Default: Memory The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. EuP Support Supported on Windows 7/Vista operating system only. - 57 - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 58
Displays the detection status of the chassis intrusion detection device attached to the motherboard CI header. If the system chassis cover is removed, this field for CPU temperature. When CPU temperature exceeds the threshold, BIOS will emit warning sound. Options are: Disabled (default), 60oC - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 59
Control Specifies how to control CPU fan speed. This item is configurable only if CPU Smart FAN Control is set to Enabled. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU fan installed and sets the optimal CPU fan control mode. (Default) Voltage Sets Voltage mode for a 3-pin CPU fan - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 60
BIOS Press on this item and then press the key to load the optimal BIOS default settings. The BIOS defaults settings help the system to operate in optimum state. Always load the Optimized defaults after updating the BIOS or after clearing the CMOS values. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. BIOS - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 61
view the BIOS settings but not to make changes. To clear the password, press on the password item and when requested for the password, press again. The message "PASSWORD DISABLED" will appear, indicating the password has been cancelled. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. - 61 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 62
all Data F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Press on this item and press the key. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Press or to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. BIOS Setup - 62 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 63
chip and initializes the Security Platform. Disabled Disables the security chip. (Default) Security Chip State Displays the current settings in the security chip. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. - 63 - BIOS Setup - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 64
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are installed, follow the on-screen instructions to restart your system. You can install other applications included in the motherboard driver disk. • For USB 2.0 driver support under the Windows XP operating system, please install the Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later. After installing the SP1 - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 66
applications that GIGABYTE develops and some free software. You can click the Install button on the right of an item to install it. 3-3 Technical Manuals This page provides GIGABYTE's application guides, content descriptions for this driver disk, and the motherboard manuals. Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 67
3-4 Contact For the detailed contact information of the GIGABYTE Taiwan headquarter or worldwide branch offices, click the URL on this page to link to the GIGABYTE website. 3-5 System This page provides the basic system information. - 67 - Drivers Installation - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 68
3-6 Download Center To update the BIOS, drivers, or applications, click the Download Center button to link to the GIGABYTE website. The latest version of the BIOS, drivers, or applications will be displayed. 3-7 New Utilities This page provides a quick link to GIGABYTE's lately developed utilities - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 69
up your system soon after the operating system and drivers are installed. • The amount of data and hard drive System Requirements: • At least 512 MB of system memory • VESA compatible graphics card • Windows XP with SP1 USB hard drives are not supported. • Hard drives in RAID/AHCI mode are not supported - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 70
note that if there is no enough unallocated space, Xpress Recovery2 cannot save the backup file. B. Accessing Xpress Recovery2 1. Boot from the motherboard driver disk to access Xpress Recovery2 for the first time. When you see the following message: Press any key to startup Xpress Recovery2, press - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 71
D. Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2 Select RESTORE to restore the backup to your hard drive in case the system breaks down. The RESTORE option will not be present if no backup is created before. E. Removing the Backup Step 1: If you wish to remove the backup file, select REMOVE. Step - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 72
nearest @BIOS server 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility A. Before You Begin 1. From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model. 2. Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. p55aud4p.f1) to your floppy disk, USB flash - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 73
arrow key to select Update BIOS from Drive and press . • The Save Main BIOS to Drive option allows you to save the current BIOS file. • Q-Flash only supports USB flash drive or hard drives using FAT32/16/12 file system. • If the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 74
. Step 5: During the POST, press to enter BIOS Setup. Select Load Optimized Defaults and press to load BIOS defaults. System will re-detect all peripheral devices after a BIOS update, so we recommend that you reload BIOS defaults. CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 75
. If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in "Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below. 2. Update the BIOS without Using the - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 76
install a DDR3 1066 MHz memory module(s) (or above) to enable support for Quick Boost. Available functions in EasyTune 6 may differ by motherboard model. Grayed-out area(s) indicates that the item is not configurable or the function is not supported. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 77
. The Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 Interface A. Meter Mode In Meter Mode, GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver™ 2 shows how much power they have saved in a set in taskbar) 14 INFO/Help 15 Motherboard Phase LED On/Off Switch (Default: On) 16 Live Utility Update (Check for the latest utility version - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 78
taskbar) 13 INFO/Help 14 Motherboard Phase LED On/Off Switch (Default: On) 15 Live Utility Update (Check for the latest utility version in the BIOS Setup program are set to Enabled. (Note 2) 1: Smart FAN/CPU (default); 2: Smart FAN/CPU/VGA/HDD; 3: Smart FAN/CPU/VGA/HDD/Chipset/ Memory. (Note - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 79
for using Q-Share After installing Q-Share from the motherboard driver disk, go to Start>All Programs>GIGABYTE>Q-Share. exe to launch the Q-Share tool. shared data folder Changes the data folder to be shared (Note) Updates Q-Share online Displays the current Q-Share version Exits Q-Share ( - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 80
Smart 6™ GIGABYTE Smart 6™ ( efficiency for daily use. Instructions: Select the Enable check box below the BIOS QuickBoot or OS QuickBoot item and then click Save to save the settings. SMART QuickBoost SMART QuickBoost features quick and effortless CPU overclocking - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 81
/folder you wish to copy and click the Copy button. The files/folders listed on the screen are read-only so you cannot edit their contents. SMART in the main and backup BIOS simultaneously, which can prevent loss of the data in case the system/hard drive fails. Instructions: Enter the Smart 6™ - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 82
were moved within the hard drive or copied to an external storage device (Note 5). Instructions: Select the Enable check box at the bottom of the ON/OFF Recorder or File the User Password in the system BIOS Setup program to prevent the system time being changed by other users. Unique Features - 82 - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 83
cell phone or when plugging in the USB flash drive that is configured as the Smart TPM user key. Selecting the Enable Backup to BIOS check box will store the encrypted TPM User Password in the system BIOS. 3. Click OK to complete the settings. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. - 83 - Unique Features - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 84
your Bluetooth cell phone, click Refresh to let Auto Green re-detect the device.) Before creating a Bluetooth cell phone key, make sure your motherboard has a Bluetooth receiver and you have turned on the search and Bluetooth functions on your phone. Configuring the Bluetooth cell phone key: After - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 85
Install All button to automatically install all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. Or you can go to the Application Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later. B. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions:(Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 86
supports the IEEE 802.3ad LACP standard. Please refer to your network switch or router device manual for further details. Select Realtek Ethernet Diagnostic Utility and click Install. Step 1: Insert the motherboard driver is 2.0 Gbps. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. To remove the existing Teaming, click the item - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 87
identical model and capacity). If you do not want to create RAID, you may prepare only one hard drive. • An empty formatted floppy disk. • Windows Vista/XP setup disk. • Motherboard driver disk. 5-1-1 Configuring Intel P55 SATA Controllers A. Installing SATA hard drive(s) in your computer Attach one - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 88
: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Figure 1 Step 2: Save changes and exit BIOS Setup. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 89
C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed with the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. Step 1: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 90
letters (letters cannot be special characters) under the Name item and press . Then, select a RAID level (Figure 4). RAID levels supported include RAID 0, RAID 1, Recovery, RAID 10, and RAID 5 (the selections available depend on the number of the hard drives being installed). Press to - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 91
(0) Member Disk(0) [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit Figure 7 [ENTER]-Select Menu To exit the RAID BIOS utility, press or select 5. Exit in MAIN MENU. Now, you can proceed to create the SATA RAID/AHCI driver diskette and install the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and operating system. - 91 - Appendix - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 92
recovery drive must have equal or greater capacity than the master drive. • A recovery volume can be created with two hard drives only. A recovery volume and a RAID array cannot co-exist in the system at the same time, that is, if you have already created a recovery volume, you are unable to create - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 93
Request: volume is updated manually Continuous: volume is updated automatically [hi]-Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu Figure 11 [ENTER]-Select Step 5: Finally press on the Create Volume item to begin creating the Recovery Volume and follow the onscreen instructions to complete - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 94
does not apply to Recovery volumes) Are you sure you wa[nHt tEoLdPel]ete "Volume0"? (Y/N) : Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID. WARNING: ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED. (This does not apply to Recovery volumes) [hi]-Select [ESC]-Exit Figure 12 [DEL]-Delete Volume Appendix - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 95
: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults Figure 1 Step 2: Save changes and exit BIOS Setup. j Only for GA-P55A-UD4P. The BIOS Setup menus described in this section may differ from the exact settings for your motherboard. The actual BIOS Setup menu options you will see shall depend on the - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 96
C. Configuring a RAID array in RAID BIOS Enter the RAID BIOS setup utility to configure a RAID array. Skip this step and proceed to the installation of Windows operating system for a non-RAID configuration. After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 97
GB Gigabyte Technology Corp. RAID Setup Utility v1.07.06 [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Model Name HDD0: ST3120026AS HDD1: ST3120026AS Available 120 GB 120 GB Type/Status Non-RAID Non-RAID Confirm Creation [ RAID Disk Drive List ] [ Help ] Select RAID Level RAID 0 RAID 1 JBOD - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 98
a RAID mode is selected, RAID BIOS automatically assigns the two hard drives installed as the RAID drives. 4. Set Block Size (RAID 0 only RAID ] Name: Level: Disks: Block: Size: GRAID 0-Stripe Select Disk 128 KB 240 GB Gigabyte Technology Corp. RAID Setup Utility v1.07.06 [ Hard Disk Drive List - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 99
When finished, the new RAID array will be displayed in the RAID Disk Drive List block (Figure 8). Gigabyte Technology Corp. RAID Setup Utility v1.07.06 [ Main Menu ] [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Create RAID Disk Drive Delete RAID Disk Drive Revert HDD to Non-RAID Solve Mirror Conflict Rebuild Mirror - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 100
BIOS utility, then press (Figure 10). [ Main Menu ] Create RAID Disk Drive Delete RAID Disk Drive Revert HDD to Non-RAID Solve Mirror Conflict Rebuild Mirror Drive Save And Exit Setup Exit Without Saving Gigabyte Technology Corp. RAID Setup Utility v1.07.06 [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Model - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 101
end to available SATA port on the motherboard. The Marvell 9128 SATA controller controls the GSATA3_6/7 ports on the motherboard. Then connect the power connector from your power supply to the hard drive. B. Configuring SATA controller and RAID mode in BIOS Setup Make sure to configure the SATA - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 102
22L PD 8: WDC WD800JD-22L Information Vendor ID : Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version : PCIe Speed rate : Configure SATA as : 1B4B 91A3 B1 1.0.0.1006 2.1.0.1314 2.56Gbps IDE Mode Help Marvell RAID on chip controller. ENTER: Operation F10: Exit/Save ESC: Return Figure - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 103
). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Configure -> Select free disksCreate Virtual Disk HBA 0 : Marvell 0 Virtual Disks Free Physical Disks * PD 0: WDC WD800JD-22L * PD 8: WDC WD800JD-22L RAID Level : Max Size (MB) : Stripe Size : Gigabyte Rounding : Quick - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 104
6 7. Save the Settings and Exit. After you complete the RAID configuration and before you exit the configuration screen, be sure to press in the main screen. Press to confirm or to cancel (Figure 7). Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Topology HBA 0 : Marvell - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 105
Delete Virtual Disk Information Vendor ID : Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version : PCIe Speed rate : Configure SATA as : utility, insert the motherboard driver disk, then go to Application Software\Install GIGABYTE Utilities and select Marvell Raid Utility to install - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 106
, you also can copy the SATA controller driver from the motherboard driver disk to a USB flash drive. See the instructions below about how to copy the driver in MS-DOS and Windows mode. In MS-DOS mode: Prepare a startup disk that has CD-ROM support and a blank formatted floppy disk. Steps: 1: Boot - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 107
: 1: Use an alternative system and insert the motherboard driver disk. 2: From your optical drive folder, double For the Intel P55, select 1) Intel Matrix Storage driver for 32bit system for Windows XP operating sys- tem. • For the JMicron JMB362, select 3) GIGABYTE GSATA driver for 32bit system - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 108
additional device. Windows Setup Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver. Step 2: Figure 1 For the Intel P55: Insert the floppy disk containing the SATA RAID/AHCI driver and press . Then a controller menu similar to Figure 2 below will appear. Select Intel(R) ICH8R - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 109
a SCSI Adapter for use with Windows, using a device support disk provided by an adapter manufacturer. Select the SCSI Adapter you want from the following list, or press ESC to return to the previous screen. RAID/AHCI Driver for GIGABYTE GBB36X Controller (x32) ENTER=Select F3=Exit Figure - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 110
. When a screen similar to that below appears (RAID hard drive will not be detected at this stage), select Load Driver (Figure 5). Figure 5 Step 2: Insert the motherboard driver disk (Method A) or the floppy disk/USB flash drive that contains the driver (Method B), then specify the location of the - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 111
Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 7 appears, select Intel(R) ICH8R/ICH9R/ICH10R/DO/PCH SATA RAID Controller and click Next. Figure 7 Step 4: After the driver is loaded, select the RAID/AHCI drive(s) where you want to install the operating system and then click Next to continue the OS - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 112
not be detected at this stage), select Load Driver (Figure 9). Figure 9 Step 2: Insert the motherboard driver disk (Method A) or the floppy disk/USB flash drive that contains the SATA RAID/ AHCI driver (Method B), then specify the location of the driver (Figure 10). Note: For users using a SATA - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 113
Step 3: When a screen as shown in Figure 11 appears, select GIGABYTE GBB36X Controller and click Next. Figure 11 Step 4: After the driver is loaded, select the RAID/AHCI drive(s) where you want to install the operating system and then click Next to continue the OS installation (Figure 12). Figure - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 114
to rebuild a RAID 1 array. (Note: The new drive must have equal or greater capacity than the old one.) For the Intel P55: Turn off RAID volume is being rebuilt). If you do not enable automatic rebuild on this stage, you have to manually rebuild the array in the operating system (see the next page - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 115
in the operating system, make sure the chipset driver has been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Then launch the Intel Matrix Storage Console Drive. Step 3: Click Next when the Rebuild RAID Volume Wizard appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed. Step 4: To check the rebuild - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 116
hard drives are set to Recovery Volume in Update on Request mode, you can restore the master Recovery Volume Options in the MAIN MENU of the P55 RAID Configuration Utility. On the RECOVERY OPTIONS menu, select the on-screen instructions to complete and exit the RAID Configuration Utility. Intel - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 117
Setup Exit Without Saving Gigabyte Technology Corp. RAID Setup Utility v1.07.06 [ Hard Disk Drive List ] Model Name HDD0: ST3120026AS HDD1: ST3120026AS Capacity 120 GB 120 GB Type/Status RAID Inside Non-RAID [ RAID Disk Drive List ] Model Name RDD0: GRAID RAID Level 1-Mirror Capacity - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 118
has been installed from the motherboard driver disk. Launch the GIGABYTE RAID CONFIGURER from All Programs in the Start menu. Step 1: In the GIGABYTE RAID CONFIGURER screen, right-click on the array to be rebuilt in the RAID LIST block. Select Rebuild Raid. (Or click the Rebuild icon in the tool - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 119
perform the rebuild, you must enter the GSATA RAID Configuration menu in BIOS Setup. Step 1: After the system starts, enter the BIOS Setup program and go to Integrated Peripherals. Press on GSATA RAID Configuration to access the RAID configuration menu. Move the selection bar to the array - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 120
storage. ENTER: Operation F10: Exit/Save ESC: Return Resume the Stopped Rebuild Process To resume the stopped rebuild process, enter the GSATA RAID Configuration menu in BIOS Setup again. Move the selection bar to the array to be rebuilt (for example, VD 0: New_VD). Press on this array and - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 121
manually configure the jack for microphone functionality. • Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to instructions on the next page - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 122
the type of device you connect. Then click OK. Step 3: On the Speakers screen, click the Speaker Configuration tab. In the Speaker Configuration list, select Stereo, Quadraphonic, 5.1 Speaker, or 7.1 Speaker according to the type of speaker configuration you wish to set up. Then the speaker setup is - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 123
S/PDIF In 1. Installing the S/PDIF In Cable: Step 1: First, attach the connector at the end of the cable to the SPDIF_I header on your motherboard. Step 2: Secure the metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw. 2. Configuring S/PDIF In: On the Digital Input screen, click the Default - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 124
. (Note) If you have connected a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) to the 2-pin S/PDIF Out header (SPDIF_O) on the motherboard to output digital audio to your expansion card, you can enter the Digital Output(Optical) screen to configure further settings, such as the - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 125
be transformed into multi-channel audio, creating a virtual surround sound environment . (Note) Install the Dolby GUI Software driver from the motherboard driver disk. Click the Start icon Programs, Dolby Control Center to access the utility. (The following illustration demonstrates a 7.1-speaker - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 126
5-2-4 Configuring Microphone Recording Step 1: After installing the audio driver, the HD Audio Manager icon will appear in the notification area. Double-click the icon to access the HD Audio Manager. Step 2: Connect your microphone - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 127
Step 4: To raise the recording and playback volume for the microphone, click the Microphone Boost icon on the right of the Recording Volume slider and set the Microphone Boost level. Step 5: After completing the settings above, click Start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, and then click - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 128
. Be sure to save the recorded audio file upon completion. B. Playing the Recorded Sound You can play your recording in a digital media player program that supports your audio file format. Appendix - 128 - - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 129
or download the audio driver from GIGABYTE's website to install. For more details, go to the Support&Downloads\Motherboards\FAQ page on our website and search for "onboard HD audio driver." Q: What do the beeps emitted during the POST mean? A: The following Award BIOS beep code descriptions may - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 130
No on the CPU. Connect the CPU cooler power cable to the motherboard. Yes The problem is verified and solved. Check if the memory is installed properly on the memory slot. No Correctly insert the memory into the memory socket. Yes The problem is verified and solved. Insert the graphics - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 131
"Save & Exit Setup" to save changes and exit BIOS Setup. The problem is verified and solved. Turn off the computer and connect problem, contact the place of purchase or local dealer for help. Or go to the Support&Downloads\Technical Service Zone page to submit your question. Our customer service - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 132
GIGABYTE. Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 133
Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or - Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD4P | Manual - Page 134
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GA-P55A-UD4P
GA-P55A-UD4
LGA1156 socket motherboard for Intel
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Core
™
i7 processor family/
Intel
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Core
™
i5 processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 1002
12ME-P55AU4P-1002R