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Asus P7H55-M SI User Manual

Asus P7H55-M SI
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P7H55-M SI
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Asus P7H55-M SI Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
ChipsetIntel H55
CPU SocketLGA 1156
Memory TypeDDR3
Max Memory16 GB
PCIe x16 Slots1
PCIe x1 Slots2
PCI Slots1
LANRealtek 8112L Gigabit LAN controller
USB Ports12 x USB 2.0
Audio8-Channel High Definition Audio
Video OutputsDVI, VGA
Memory Slots4

Summary

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Before you proceed

Precautions before installing components or changing motherboard settings.

1.2 Motherboard overview

Overview of motherboard layout, components, and connectors.

1.2.1 Motherboard layout

Diagram showing the physical placement of motherboard components.

1.2.2 Layout contents

List and description of motherboard connectors, jumpers, slots, and LEDs.

1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Details about the LGA1156 socket and supported Intel processors.

1.4 System memory

Information on DDR3 DIMM sockets and memory configuration.

1.4.1 Overview

Introduction to the motherboard's DDR3 DIMM sockets and their physical characteristics.

1.4.2 Memory configurations

Guidelines for installing and configuring memory modules for dual-channel operation.

1.5 Expansion slots

Description of various expansion slots like PCI and PCI Express.

1.5.1 Installing an expansion card

Step-by-step instructions for installing expansion cards into the motherboard slots.

1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card

Steps to configure installed expansion cards via BIOS settings and drivers.

1.5.3 PCI slots

Details on the types of cards supported by the motherboard's PCI slots.

1.5.4 PCI Express x1 slot

Information on cards compatible with the PCI Express x1 slot.

1.5.5 PCI Express x16 slot

Information on graphics cards compatible with the PCI Express x16 slot.

1.6 Jumpers

Explanation of jumper functions, including clearing RTC RAM.

Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)

Procedure to clear CMOS settings using the CLRTC jumper.

1.7 Connectors

Details on rear panel and internal connectors for peripherals.

1.7.1 Rear panel ports

Description and diagram of all rear panel I/O ports.

1.7.2 Internal connectors

Detailed information on internal motherboard connectors for various components.

1.8 Software support

Information on installing operating systems and using the support DVD.

1.8.1 Installing an operating system

Guidelines for installing compatible Windows OS versions onto the motherboard.

1.8.2 Support DVD information

Details on the content and usage of the motherboard's support DVD.

Chapter 2: BIOS information

2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS

Guide to managing, saving, and updating the system BIOS.

2.1.1 ASUS Update utility

Using the ASUS Update utility to manage and update the BIOS in Windows.

2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility

Updating the BIOS using the EZ Flash 2 utility without an operating system.

2.1.3 ASUS BIOS Updater

Updating the BIOS in a DOS environment using the BIOS Updater utility.

2.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS

Recovering a corrupted BIOS file using the CrashFree BIOS utility.

2.2 BIOS setup program

Instructions on how to enter and navigate the BIOS setup program.

2.3 Main menu

Overview of system information displayed in the BIOS main menu.

2.3.1 System Time

Setting the system time within the BIOS.

2.3.2 System Date

Setting the system date within the BIOS.

2.3.3 Legacy Diskette A

Configuration option for the installed floppy drive type.

2.3.4 Language

Selecting the display language for the BIOS interface.

2.3.5 SATA 1-6

Viewing and configuring information for SATA devices.

2.3.6 Storage Configuration

Configuring advanced SATA device settings and operational modes.

2.3.7 System Information

Displays a summary of the system's hardware specifications.

2.4 Advanced menu

Settings for CPU, chipset, and other system devices.

2.4.1 CPU Configuration

Settings related to CPU features, performance, and power management.

2.4.2 Chipset

Advanced chipset settings including DRAM frequency and graphics configuration.

2.4.3 Onboard Devices Configuration

Enabling or disabling onboard devices like audio, LAN, and IDE controllers.

2.4.4 USB Configuration

Settings for USB functions, legacy support, and EHCI hand-off.

2.4.5 PCI PnP

Settings for PCI/PnP devices, including IRQ and DMA resource allocation.

2.4.6 TPM Configuration

Settings for Trusted Platform Module (TPM) features for enhanced security.

2.4.7 Intel VT-d Configuration

Settings for Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O.

2.5 Power menu

Settings related to Advanced Power Management (APM) and ACPI states.

2.5.1 Suspend Mode

Configuration of system sleep states (ACPI S1, S3, or OS detection).

2.5.2 ACPI 2.0 Support

Option to add more tables for ACPI 2.0 specifications.

2.5.3 ACPI APIC Support

Enabling or disabling ACPI support in the ASIC.

2.5.4 Anti Surge Support

Enabling or disabling the motherboard's anti-surge protection feature.

2.5.5 APM Configuration

Configuration of power management features like wake-on events.

2.5.6 Hardware Monitor

Monitoring system temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.

2.6 Boot menu

Options for configuring system boot devices and sequence.

2.6.1 Boot Device Priority

Setting the sequence of devices for system boot.

2.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration

Configuring quick boot and full-screen logo display features.

2.6.3 Security

Setting supervisor and user passwords for BIOS access and restrictions.

2.7 Tools menu

Access to special function utilities like ASUS EZ Flash 2.

ASUS EZ Flash 2

Utility for flashing the BIOS, supporting FAT and NTFS media.

2.8 Exit menu

Options for saving, discarding, or loading BIOS settings.

Exit & Save Changes

Saving current BIOS configuration changes and exiting setup.

Exit & Discard Changes

Discarding all BIOS configuration changes and exiting setup.

Load Setup Defaults

Loading the default BIOS settings for system compatibility.

P7H55-M SI specifications summary

CPU

Details on the LGA1156 socket and supported Intel processors.

Chipset

Information on the Intel H55 Express Chipset.

Memory

Specifications for DDR3 memory modules, capacity, and architecture.

Expansion Slots

Types and number of expansion slots (PCIe, PCI) available on the motherboard.

Graphics

Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator capabilities and resolutions.

Storage

Details on SATA and IDE connectors for storage devices.

LAN

Specifications for the onboard Gigabit LAN controller.

Audio

Information on the onboard High Definition Audio CODEC.

USB

Details on the number and type of USB 2.0 ports available.

ASUS Unique Features

List of proprietary ASUS features like Q-Fan and EZ Flash.

Back Panel I/O Ports

Enumeration of ports located on the motherboard's rear I/O panel.

Internal I/O Connectors

List and description of internal connectors for system components.

BIOS

Technical details about the onboard BIOS chip and features.

Manageability

System manageability features like WOL and PXE.

Accessories

List of accessories included with the motherboard package.

Support DVD

Content details of the motherboard's support DVD.

Form Factor

Physical dimensions of the motherboard (uATX).

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