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General| Socket Type | LGA 1156 |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR3 |
| Max Memory | 16 GB |
| PCI Express Version | 2.0 |
| USB Version | 2.0 |
| SATA Version | 3.0 Gb/s |
| Overclocking Support | Yes |
| Chipset | Intel P55 Express |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Memory Channels | Dual Channel |
| RAID Support | Yes |
Overview of P55 Express chipset features, including CPU socket, memory, expansion slots, and connectivity.
Details on specific motherboard features like CPU Smart Fan, OC-CON, and G.P.I. Function.
Technical specifications of the motherboard, including chipset, CPU socket, memory, and I/O.
Benchmark testing results for various performance metrics of the system.
Visual representation of motherboard components and their locations for easy identification.
A step-by-step guide for installing hardware components onto the motherboard.
Instructions for checking and configuring motherboard jumper settings for various functions.
Detailed instructions and guidance for safely installing the CPU onto the LGA 1156 socket.
Procedures and valid configurations for installing DDR III memory modules.
Guidance on installing expansion cards like PCI-Express and PCI slots.
Identification and explanation of various connectors and headers on the motherboard.
Steps and procedures for safely starting up the computer after hardware installation.
Instructions on how to access and enter the BIOS setup utility.
Information on how to access context-sensitive help within the BIOS setup menus.
Overview of the BIOS Setup Utility's main menu and available configuration options.
Configuration settings for basic system parameters within the BIOS.
Advanced settings for system performance and features within the BIOS.
Specific settings related to CPU performance and features within the BIOS.
Configuration options for advanced chipset settings to optimize system performance.
Settings for configuring onboard peripherals like SATA and LAN controllers.
Configuration of onboard devices such as LAN controllers and USB functions.
Settings for onboard Super IO chip functions like serial ports and IR.
Options for configuring power saving features and system power management.
Settings for Plug and Play (PnP) and Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) configurations.
Monitoring of system hardware status, including CPU temperature, fan speeds, and voltages.
Configuration for the smart fan control system to manage CPU and system cooling.
Various other system controls and settings available in the BIOS.
Options for setting supervisor and user passwords to protect BIOS settings.
Functions to load default BIOS settings for optimal or standard performance.
Options to save or discard BIOS configuration changes and exit the setup.
Step-by-step guide to install the Intel P55 Chipset System Driver using the Magic Install CD.
Instructions for installing the Realtek HD Audio Codec Driver from the provided CD.
Guide to install the Realtek Gigabit Ethernet NIC Driver.
Steps to install the WIFI-BG driver.
Instructions for installing the WIFI-N driver.
Guide to install the Norton Internet Security 2009 software.
Steps to install the MyGuard Hardware Monitor Utility.
Instructions for installing Intel AHCI/RAID drivers for SATA mode configuration.
Procedures for preparing a bootable disk and updating the motherboard BIOS.
Guide for setting up Intel Platform RAID functionality through BIOS and utility.
Overview of the Pro Magic Plus system recovery software and its functions.
Explanation of the G.P.I. Function LED display and its meaning regarding power consumption.
