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Chevrolet 2004 TRACKER Automobile User Manual

1. 1 5 4 Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots LED USB device wake up 3 pin USBPW1 8 3 pin USBPW9 14 2 fe L1 Ka WIS CI EEIN EIE ja B13 sis S ENE UE m elle ells m alallala USB56 ele els stag SHYSP ISHS SCH 51511515 zag SSj s s d Igls F_USB34 3 X t m z zl lziz 2 2 2 2 T alla alla alla elle Ko elle jo fie o LAN1 USB12 Sia jails E 5 x Q AUDIO PCIEX16 Es A P7P55 M PCIEXA 1 Een Intel ig P55 SATA1 SATA2 PCIEX1 2 SATA3 SATA4 ow paman Bios GLRTC S Ce H pen SATA5 SATA6 LPT SA pum USB1314 USB1112 USB910 Hm DER EIER II faae esene HH Berg EET rer E HEH 14 o Connectors Jumpers Slots LED System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL Keyboard power 3 pin KBPWR USB connectors 10 1 pin USB910 USB1112 USB1314 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC CPU and chassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 3 pin CHA_FAN Onboard LED Intel CPU socket LPT connector 26 1 pin LPT DDR3 DIMM sockets D
2. ATX12V EATXPWR 88 3 Volts tr TC GND aa 12 Volts JEE 5 Volts TY 12 Volle M ICH 5 Volts 5V Standby ICH 5 Volts Power OK C 5 Volts pawa op Cl GND api 5 Volts JH GND zz GND AL CI GND 00 5 Volts JC PSON GD ACC GND 3 Volts C 12 Volts 3 Volts ICH 3 Volts Diet P7P55 M ATX power connectors A Fora fully configured system we recommend that you use a power supply unit PSU that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2 0 or later version and provides a minimum power of 400 W DONOT forget to connect the 4 pin ATX 12V power plug Otherwise the system will not boot up If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguagezen us for details 4 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port Connect the S PDIF Out module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis 9 J SPDIFOUT P7P55 M Digital audio connector VA The S PDIF module is purchased separately 1 26 Chapter 1 Product introduction 5 CPUandchassis fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN
3. 1 11 1 6 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan 1 12 1 7 System memory aaa a aaa eu E 1 7 1 Overview 1 7 2 Memory configurations sss 1 14 1 7 8 Installing a DIMM sse 1 7 4 Removing a DIMM 1 8 Expansion slots eeeeeeereeennnr nennen 1 8 1 Installing an expansion Card 1 20 1 8 2 Configuring an expansion Card 1 20 18 39 IPE rti be eech 1 84 PCI Express x1 slots 1 85 PCI Express x16 slot 1 9 Ni m 1341 e ET 1 111 Rear panel connectors 1 11 2 Internal connechors screena Contents 1 12 Software support GNG GAIN 142 1 Installing an operating system 1 12 2 Support DVD information sss Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 Managing and updating your BIOS ss 2 1 2 1 1 ASUS Update utility esee 2 1 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Uutility sss 2 2 24 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS sss sss 2 3 2 1 4 ASUS BIOS Updater sss 2 4 BIOS Setup program ama NANANA x ete te 2 7 Main MOM m 2 8 2 3 1 System Time taco KAN Ana peius tee edat 2 8 23 2 System Dale uoce ha aiba 2 8 239 NN Ee e EE 2 8 2 3 3 SATA 2 8 2 3 4 Storage Configuration umunawa nananana wawawawawawawawanawaa 2 9 2 3 5 System Information 2 10 Ai Tweaker menu 2 5 1 CPU Configuration 252 Chipsets aangal i R
4. Xtreme Phase Full Power Mode Auto Auto Automatic configuration Enabled Enables Full Power Mode to ensure the best CPU overclocking performance DRAM Frequency Auto Allows you to set the DDR3 operating frequency Configuration options Auto DDR3 800MHZz DDR3 1066MHZz DDR3 1333MHZz YA The DRAM Frequency configuration options vary with the BCLK Frequency item settings Selecting a very high DRAM frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this M happens revert to the default setting QPI Frequency Auto Allows you to set the QPI operating frequency Configuration options Auto 4270MHz 4800MHz DRAM Timing Control Allows you to select the DRAM timing configuration Configuration options Auto Manual KA The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the DIMMs Ge you install on the motherboard 1st Information 9 9 9 24 4 60 10 7 20 DRAM CAS Latency Auto Configuration options 3 DRAM Clock 11 DRAM Clocks DRAM RAS to CAS Delay Auto DRAM RAS PRE Auto Configuration options 3 DRAM Clock 15 DRAM Clock DRAM RAS ACT Auto Configuration options 3 DRAM Clock 17 DRAM Clock DRAM RAS to RAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 DRAM Clock 7 DRAM Clock DRAM REF Cycle Time Auto Configuration options Auto 48 DRAM Clock 60 DRAM Clock 72 DRAM Clock 82 DRAM Clock 88 DRAM Clock 90 DRAM Clock 100 DRAM Clock 110 DR
5. Min 0 01 V Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU vCore voltage Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable IMC Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU Integrated Memory Controller voltage Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Configuration options Auto Max 1 45V Min 1 10V DRAM Voltage Auto Allows you to set the DRAM voltage Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Configuration options Auto Max 2 145V Min 1 200V CPU PLL Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU PLL voltage Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Configuration options Auto Max 2 100V Min 1 800V PCH Voltage Auto Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage Configuration options Auto Max 1 155V Min 1 050V The values of the IMC Voltage DRAM Voltage and CPU PLL Voltage items are labeled in different color indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings Refer to the table below for details The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA B Auto Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A B C The values range from 0 395x to 0 630x with a 0 005x interval Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability Load Line Calibration Auto Auto Automatic configuration Dis
6. Super Talent WA160UX6G9 6144MB Kit of 3 DS N A Heat Sink Package Kingtiger KTG2G1600PG3 2048MB DS N A Heat Sink Package DDR3 1333 MHz capability SS Timing aoe t Vendor Part No Size ps Brand Chip NO DIMM Voltage SPRON BIOS AY BY Ct A Data AD31333001GOU 1024MB SS A Data AD30908C8D 151C E0906 A Data AD31333G001GOU 3072MB Kitof3 SS N A Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 1e A Data AD31333002GOU 2048MB DS A Data AD30908C8D 151C E0903 A Data AD31333G002GMU 2048MB DS N A Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 P pen Apacer 78 A1GC6 9L1 2048MB DS Apacer AM5D5808AEWSBG0908D Corsair CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1024MB ss N A Heat Sink Package 1 60V Corsair CM3X1024 1333C9 1024MB Heat Sink Package Corsair TR3X3G1333C9 G 3072MBKKit of 3 Heat Sink Package Corsair TR3X3G1333C9 G 3072MBKKit of 3 Heat Sink Package TR3X3G1333C9 3072MBKKit of 3 Heat Sink Package CM3X1024 1333C9DHX 1024MB Heat Sink Package CM3X2048 1333C9DHX 2048MB Heat Sink Package TW3X4G1333C9 G 4096MB Kitof2 DS N A Heat Sink Package CT12864BA1339 8FF 1024MB ss Micron 9FF22D9KPT CT12872BA1339 9FF 1024MB ss Micron 91F22D9KPT ECC BL12864TA1336 8SFB1 2048MB Kitof2 SS N A Heat Sink Package CT12864BA1339 8SFD 3072MB Kitof3 SS Micron 8XD22D9JNM CT25664BA1339 16FF 2048MB DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT CT25672BA1339 18FF 2048MB DS Micron 91F22D9KPT ECC continued on the next page Chapter 1 Product introduction BL25664ABA1336 16SFB1 DD
7. the system goes into off state after an AC power loss When set to Power On the system goes on after an AC power loss When set to Last State the system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state was before the AC power loss Configuration options Power Off Power On Last State Power On By RTC Alarm Disabled Allows you to enable or disable RTC to generate a wake event When this item is set to Enabled the items RTC Alarm Date RTC Alarm Hour RTC Alarm Minute and RTC Alarm Second appear with set values Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 BIOS information Power On By External Modems Disabled This allows either settings of Enabled or Disabled for powering up the computer when the external modem receives a call while the computer is in Soft off mode Configuration options Disabled Enabled Power On PCI Devices Disabled When set to Enabled this parameter allows you to wake the system through a PCI LAN or modem card This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Enabled Power On PCIE Devices Disabled When set to Enabled this parameter allows you to wake the system through a PCI Express card This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Enabled Power On By PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Allows you to use specific keys
8. Auto 2 DRAM Clock DRAM READ to READ Delay DR Auto Configuration options Auto DRAM READ to READ Delay SR 2 DRAM Clock Auto Configuration options Auto DRAM WRITE to WRITE Delay 4 DRAM Clock DD Auto Configuration options Auto DRAM WRITE to WRITE Delay 2 DRAM Clock DR Auto Configuration options Auto DRAM WRITE to WRITE Delay 2 DRAM Clock Configuration options Auto SR Auto 4 DRAM Clock 6 6 Auto 1 DRAM Clock 15 DRAM Clock Auto 3 DRAM Clock 15 DRAM Clock Auto 1 DRAM Clock 15 DRAM Clock Auto 4 DRAM Clock 32 DRAM Clock 8 DRAM Clock 8 DRAM Clock 10 DRAM Clock 22 DRAM Clock DD Auto 14 DRAM Clock 14 DRAM Clock 14 DRAM Clock 9 DRAM Clock 9 DRAM Clock DRAM Clock 9 DRAM Clock 9 DRAM Clock DRAM Clock CPU Differential Amplitude Auto Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability Configuration options Auto 700mV B00mV 900mV 1000mV ASUS P7P55 M CPU Clock Skew Auto Adjusting this item may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability You may need to adjust the NB Clock Skew item at the same time Configuration options Auto Normal Delay 100ps Delay 1500ps VCore Over Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU vCore over voltage Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Configuration options Auto Max 0 63V
9. The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133 100 66 signal cable There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133 100 66 signal cable blue black and gray Connect the blue connector to the motherboard s IDE connector then select one of the following modes to configure your device Drive jumper setting Mode of device s Cable connector Single device Cable Select or Master Master Cable Select Slave Two devices Master Master Black or gray Slave Slave 3 YA Pin 20 on the IDE connector is removed to match the covered hole on the Ultra DMA m cable connector This prevents incorrect insertion when you connect the IDE cable Use the 80 conductor IDE cable for Ultra DMA 133 100 66 IDE devices PRI EIDE PINA NOTE Orient the red markings on the IDE ribbon cable to PIN 1 P7P55 M IDE connector If any device jumper is set as Cable Select ensure that all other device jumpers have the same setting ASUS P7P55 M 1 25 3 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 4 pin ATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit
10. green asus com english REACH htm DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DO NOT throw the mercury containing button cell battery in municipal waste This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electric shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system When adding or removing devices to or from the system ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected If possible disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard ensure that all power cables are unplugged Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company fthe power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself
11. then click Next b Locate the BIOS file from the Open window then click Open Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process 2 1 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utility To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 T Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port then launch EZ Flash 2 in any of these two ways Press Alt F2 during POST Enter the BIOS setup program Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and press Enter to enable it Press Tab to switch between drives until the correct BIOS file is found ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4 06 FLASH TYPE BOARD BOARD VER VER DATE DATE PATH mn Enter Select or Load E EE Switch V Drive Info E EE Move B Backup ESC Exit Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 When the correct BIOS file is found EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done AN Only a USB flash disk with FAT 32 16 format and single partition can support the ASUS Ce EZ Flash 2 utility Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure 2 1 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS The ASUS CrashFree BIOS is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process You can restore a corrupted BIOS f
12. www freedos org C gt d D gt Chapter 2 BIOS information Backing up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater ON Ensure that the USB flash drive is not write protected and has at least 1024KB free space to save the file 1 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type bupdater o filename and press Enter D gt bupdater oOLDBIOS1 rom Filename Extension The filename is any user assigned filename with no more than eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for the extension 2 The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process When BIOS backup is done press any key to return to the DOS prompt ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 00b 09 06 22 BIOS backup is done Press any key to continue ASUS P7P55 M 2 5 2 6 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 2 A At the FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press lt Enter gt D gt bupdater pc g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 00b 09 06 22 FLASH TYPEf 5A VER wn DATE Unknown P7P55M ROM 2097152 2009 09 23 17 30 48 Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Exit Press Tab to switch between screen fields and use the lt Up Down Home End gt keys to select the BIOS file and press Enter BIOS Updater c
13. 3 pin CHA FAN Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector N Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the lie system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors CHA FAN CPU FAN nar end 88 288 E 252 555 5 5 D P7P55 M fan connectors VA Only the 4 pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q FAN feature 6 USB connectors 10 1 pin USB910 USB1112 USB1314 These connectors are for USB 2 0 ports Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed U FA USB1314 USB1112 USBI10 4 wd ad Ed aa 8 aa aa namo namo namo ooozo nazo ooozo ITOT YII IIIT NOO NONONO nonn o pi DIED llil elit SLEG QRE 258G Dm Om omm EE emm 98 SE 589 P7P55 M USB2 0 connectors Ji A a d A Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the CS motherboard e D YA The USB module cable is purchased separately ASUS P7P55 M 1 27 7 Serial
14. 6 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA1156 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance N When you buy a boxed Intel processor the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly If you buy a CPU separately ensure that you use only Intel certified multi directional heatsink and fan Your Intel LGA1156 heatsink and fan assembly comes in a push pin design and requires no tool to install Use an LGA1156 compatible CPU heatsink and fan assembly only The LGA1156 socket is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in size and dimension If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly ensure that you have H properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU before you install the heatsink and fan assembly VA Ensure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU Cem fan and heatsink assembly To install the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Place the heatsink on top of the installed CPU ensuring that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector 2 Push down two fasteners at a time ina diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place VA The type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly may differ but the installatio
15. ATA connectors 7 pin SATA1 6 These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA 3Gb s hard disk and optical disk drives The Serial ATA 3Gb s is backward compatible with Serial ATA 1 5Gb s specification The data transfer rate of the Serial ATA 3Gb s is faster than the standard parallel ATA with 133 MB s Ultra DMA133 SATA1 SATA2 i 1 RSATA RXN RSATA RXP RSATA TXN1 RSATA TXP1 RSATA RXN2 RSATA RXP2 RSATA TXN2 RSATA TXP2 GND GND GND GND GND GND l S E wo S E KS RSATA RXP3 RSATA TXP3 RSATA RXP4 RSATA TXP4 GND RSATA RXN3 GND RSATA TXN3 GND GND RSATA RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 GND l S 3 a S E o RSATA RXP5 RSATA TXP5 RSATA RXP6 RSATA TXP5 RSATA_RXNS RSATA_TXNS RSATA RXNG RSATA TXNG GND GND GND GND GND GND H I P7P55 M SATA connectors L4 These connectors are set to Standard IDE mode by default In Standard IDE mode you can connect Serial ATA boot data hard disk drives to these connectors If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors set the Configure SATA as item in the BIOS to RAID Before creating a RAID set refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD You must install Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives The Serial ATA RAID feature R
16. CPU DRAM in slow refresh power supply in reduced power mode USBPW1 8 12 23 5V 5VSB Default USBPW9 14 12 23 5V 5VSB Default P7P55 M USB Device Wake Up AN The USB device wake up feature requires a power supply that can provide 500mA on the 5VSB lead for each USB port otherwise the system would not power up The total current consumed must NOT exceed the power supply capability 5VSB whether under normal condition or in sleep mode 1 22 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 11 Connectors 1 11 1 Rear panel connectors 14 13 12 11 10 9 PS 2 Keyboard Mouse port purple This port is for a PS 2 keyboard mouse Serial port This 9 pin COM port is for serial devices IEEE1394 port This 6 pin IEEE 1394a port provides high speed connectivity for audio video devices storage peripherals PCs or portable devices LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications LAN port LED indications ACT LINK SPEED ACT LINK LED SPEED LED LED LED Status Description Status AF OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection _ BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port Center Subwoofer port orange This port connects the center subwoofer speakers Rear Spe
17. OCZ3P2000EB2GK 2048MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package 9 8 8 30 OCZ3P20004GK EPP 4096MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 30 Vendor DDR3 1866 0 C MHz capability ss Timing DIMM Support DS Brand Chip NO DIMM Voltage BIOS At Bt C ocz OCZ3P1866LV4GK 4096MB Kit of 2 DS N A Heat Sink Package 1 65V m a Vendor Part No Size DDR3 1800 0 C MHz capability Timing DIMM Support Chip NO DIMM Voltage BIOS 78 0AGCD CDZ XMP 2048MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package CM3X2G1800C8D 2048MB Heat Sink Package OCZ3P18004GK 4096MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 27 QCZ3P18004GK 4096MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 27 Transcend TX1800KLU 2GK 1024MB Heat Sink Package DIMM Support B ict g SS Brand Chip NO Voltage AD31600E002GU 2048MB Heat Sink Package 7 7 7 20 1 75 1 85V AD31600X002GMU 4096MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package 7 7 7 20 1 75 1 85V CM3X1G1600C9DHX 2048MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 24 1 8V CM3X2G1600C9DHX 2048MB Heat Sink Package 1 80V CM3X2G1600C9DHX 2048MB Heat Sink Package TR3X6G1600C8 G XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package TR3X6G1600C8D G XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 TR3X6G1600C9 G XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 24 TR3X6G1600C8D G XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 BL12864BA1608 8SFB XMP 3072MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 BL12864BE2009 8SFB3 EPP 3072MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 28 BL256
18. PDIF Out connector 1 x 24 pin EATX power connector 1 x 4 pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x System panel connector 16 Mb Flash ROM AMI BIOS PnP DMI 2 0 WfM 2 0 SM BIOS 2 5 ACPI 2 0a 1 x Ultra DMA 133 100 66 cable 2 x Serial ATA 3 0Gb s cables 1 x I O shield 1 x User Manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti virus software OEM version microATX form factor 9 6 in x 8 6 in 24 4 cm x 21 8 cm Specifications are subject to change without notice Product introduction 1 1 Welcome Thank you for buying an ASUS P7P55 M motherboard The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it check the items in your package with the list below 1 2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items Motherboard ASUS P7P55 M motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 3 0Gb s cables 1 x Ultra DMA 133 100 66 cable Accessories 1 x I O shield Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User Manual VA If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer 1 3 Special features 1 3 1 Product highlights pa Intel LGA1156 Lynnfield Processor Ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel Lynnfield processors in CONG LGA1156 package which has memory and PCI E
19. Setup using the first two options A Using the power button reset button or the lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt keys to force reset from a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system We recommend to always shut down the system properly from the operating system A The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure optimum performance If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Setups Default item under the Exit Menu See section 2 9 Exit Menu The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Visit the ASUS website at www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard ASUS P7P55 M 2 7 2 8 2 3 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program the Main menu screen appears giving you an overview of the basic system information System Time v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2009 G American Megatren cm 2 3 1 System Time xx xx xx Allows you to set the system time 2 3 2 System Date Day xx xx xxxx Allows you to set the system date 2 3 3 Language English Allows you to choose the display language in BIOS Configuration options S xc fi er 3c H 4x72 Francais Deutsch English 2 3 3 SATA 1 6 While entering Setup the BIOS automa
20. communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Ka The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required 3 to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http
21. free disk space When installing it on USB HDDs or flash drives connect the drives to the motherboard USB port before turning on the computer The actual boot time depends on the system configuration ASUS Express Gate supports file uploading from SATA HDDs ODDs and USB drives It supports file downloading to USB drives only ASUS Express Gate complies with the OpenGL standard Refer to support asus com for Express Gate source codes ASUS O C Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O C Profile that allows you to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file giving you the freedom to share and distribute your favorite settings ASUS MyLogo2 This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256 color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS based utility ASUS AI NET2 ASUS AI NET2 remotely detects the cable connection immediately after turning on the system and any faulty cable connections are reported back up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy BR C P R CPU Parameter Recall The BIOS C P R feature automatically
22. latency by making the next cache line immediately available if the processor requires it as well When set to Disabled the processor fetches only the currently requested cache line Configuration options Disabled Enabled Max CPUID Value Limit Disabled Setting this item to Enabled allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P7P55 M 2 15 Intel Virtualization Tech Enabled Enables or disables Intel Virtualization Technology Virtualization enhanced by Intel Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions With virtualization one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU TM function Enabled Enables or disables Intel CPU Thermal Monitor TM function a CPU overheating protection function When enabled the CPU core frequency and voltage are reduced when the CPU overheats Configuration options Disabled Enabled Execute Disable Bit Capability Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the No Execution Page Protection Technology Setting this item to Disabled forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero 0 Configuration options Disabled Enabled Active Processor Cores All Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package Configura
23. that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process The succeeding utility screens are for reference only The actual utility screen displays may L not be same as shown Before updating BIOS 1 Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32 16 format and single partition 2 Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http support asus com and save them on the USB flash drive A NTFS is not supported under DOS environment Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in NTFS format Do not save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to low disk capacity 3 Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives optional Booting the system in DOS environment 1 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port 2 Boot your computer When the ASUS Logo appears press F8 to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults 3 When the Make Disk menu appears select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number 4 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type d and press Enter to switch the disk from Drive C optical drive to Drive D USB flash drive Welcome to FreeDOS http
24. the ACPI state used for System ACPI 2 0 Support Enabled S spendk 2 ACPI APIC Support Enabled gt APM Configuration b Hardware Monitor 2 6 1 Suspend Mode Auto Allows you to select the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI state to be used for system suspend Configuration options S1 POS Only S3 Only Auto S1 POS Only Enables the system to enter the ACPI S1 Power on Suspend sleep state In S1 sleep state the system appears suspended and stays in a low power mode The system can be resumed at any time S3 Only Enables the system to enter the ACPI S3 Suspend to RAM sleep state default In S3 sleep state the system appears to be off and consumes less power than in the S1 state When signaled by a wake up device or event the system resumes to its working state exactly where it was left off Auto Detected by OS 2 6 2 ACPI 2 0 Support Enabled Allows you to add more tables for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI 2 0 specifications Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 6 3 ACPI APIC Support Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI support in the Application Specific Integrated Circuit ASIC When set to Enabled the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 6 4 APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss Power Off When set to Power Off
25. 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage xxxV or Ignored The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators ASUS P7P55 M 2 21 2 22 2 7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options Select an item then press Enter to display the sub menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Boot Settings Device Priority sequence b A virtual drive Drive n B may appear when you gt Boot Settings Configuration set the CD ROM drive as gt Security the first boot device 2 7 1 Boot Device Priority 1st xxth Boot Device These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Configuration options Removable Dev Hard Drive ATAPI CD ROM Disabled 2 7 2 Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot Enabled Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests POST while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system When set to Disabled BIOS performs all the POST items Configuration options Disabled Enabled Full Screen Logo Enabled This allows you to enable or disable the full screen logo display feature Configuration options Disabled Enabled Set this item to Enabled to use the ASUS MyLogo2 feature A
26. 64BN1608 16FF XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package BL25664TB1608 K16SF XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 BL25664TG1608 K16SF XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 BL25664TR1608 K16SF XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 continued on the next page ASUS P7P55 M DDR3 1600 MHz capability Timing DIMM Support Chip NO DIMM Voltage BIOS A C F3 12800CL9D 2GBNQ 2048MB Kitof2 SS Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 24 F3 12800CL8T 6GBHK 2048MB Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 21 F3 12800CL8T 6GBPI XMP 6144MB Kitof 3 DS Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 21 1 6 1 65V F3 12800CL9T 6GBNQ 6144MB Kit of 3 DS Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 24 1 5V 1 6V GV34GB1600C8DC 2048MB DS Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 28 1 6V FLGD45F B8KG9 1024MB SS Kingmax KFB8FNGXF ANX 12A FLGD45F B8MF7 MAEH XMP 1024MB ss N A Heat Sink Package FLGE85F B8KG9 2048MB DS Kingmax KFB8FNGXF ANX 12A FLGE85F B8MF7 MEEH XMP 2048MB DS N A Heat Sink Package KHX1600C9D3K2 4G 4096MB kitof2 D N A Heat Sink Package KHX1600C9D3K3 6GX XMP 6144MB Kitof3 DS N A Heat Sink Package OCZ3G1600LV3GK 3072MB Kitof3 SS N A Heat SinkPackage 8 8 8 24 OCZ3P1600EB4GK 4096MB Kit of 2 DS N A Heat Sink Package 7 7 6 24 OCZ3SOU16004GK 4096MB Kitof2 DS N A Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 OCZ3X16004GK 4096MB Kit of 2 DS N A Heat Sink Package 7 7 7 24 OCZ3G1600LV6GK 6144MB Kit of 3 DS N A Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24
27. A 3 0 Gb s connectors Intel Matrix Storage supporting SATA RAID 0 1 5 and 10 VIA VT6415 PATA controller 1x Ultra DMA 133 100 66 connector Realtek RTL8112L Gigabit LAN controller featuring Al NET2 VIA VT1708S 8 channel High Definition Audio CODEC Optical S PDIF out port at back I O Supports Jack detection Multi streaming and Front Panel Jack Retasking technologies JMB381 controller supports 1 x IEEE1394 port at back panel Supports up to 14 USB 2 0 1 1 ports 6 ports at mid board 8 ports at the back panel ASUS Turbo Key ASUS TurboV ASUS EPU ASUS Express Gate ASUS CrashFree BIOS3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 2 continued on the next page P7P55 M specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I O ports Internal HO connectors Accessories Support DVD Form factor SFS Stepless Frequency Selection Internal Base Clock tuning from 133 MHz up to 500MHz at 1MHz increment PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHZ up to 160MHZ at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall 1 x PS 2 keyboard mouse combo port 1 x COM port 1 x IEEE1394 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 8 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 8 channel audio I O ports 3 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2 0 1 1 ports 1 x IDE connector 6 x SATA connectors 1x CPU fan 1 x Chassis fan connectors 1 x LPT connector 1X Front panel audio connector 1x S
28. AID O 1 5 and 10 is available only if you are using Windows XP SP2 or later version When using hot plug and NCQ set the Configure SATA as item in the BIOS to AHCI See section Storage Configuration for details 8 LPT connector 26 1 pin LPT The LPT Line Printing Terminal connector supports devices such as a printer LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284 which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC compatible computers A c GND GND GND GND GND GND GND BUSY fa GND m wj SCT feel AFD C Enn ERR Mm SLIN E o PIN 1 PE TBH PDO PD1 PD2 PD3 PD4 PD5 PD6 PD7 4t ACK zu P7P55 M Parallel port connector 1 28 Chapter 1 Product introduction 9 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions PLED o ba m 2 m a 225 BG 323287 mg cr oo a a ooo d E PANEL 2 olo o m DCH nju LJ LJ 2 PIN4 A ev zg O ag SE pE Ad a9 re Lm uu O o o orma aa an i B Al E JO IDE LED PWRSW RESET a o R Dia pre um CG Requires an ATX power supply P7P55 M System panel connector System power LED 2 pin PLED This 2 pin connector is for the system power LED Connect the chassis power L
29. AM Clock 114 DRAM Clock 118 DRAM Clock 122 DRAM Clock 126 DRAM Clock 130 DRAM Clock 134 DRAM Clock 138 DRAM Clock Chapter 2 BIOS information 2nd Information 1N 46 0 DRAM Writer Recovery Time Auto Configuration options DRAM Read to PRE Time Auto Configuration options DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time Auto Configuration options DRAM Back To Back CAS Delay Auto Configuration options DBAM Timing Mode Auto Configuration options 1N 2 RAM Round Trip Latency NI SN on CHA Auto Configuration options Delay 1 Clock Delay Auto 15 Cl Advance 15 Clock Advance 1 Clock Normal ock DRAM Round Trip Latency on CHB Auto Configuration options Delay 1 Clock Delay Auto 15 Cl DRAM WRITE to READ Delay Advance 15 Clock Advance 1 Clock Normal ock 3rd Information 8 8 25 17 17 17 9 9 6 9 9 6 DD Auto Configuration options Auto DRAM WRITE to READ Delay 1 DRAM Clock Configuration options Auto DRAM WRITE to READ Delay DR Auto 1 DRAM Clock SR Auto Configuration options Auto DRAM READ to WRITE Delay Configuration options Auto 2 DRAM Clock DRAM READ to WRITE Delay DR Auto Configuration options Auto 2 DRAM Clock DRAM READ to WRITE Delay SR Auto Configuration options Auto 2 DRAM Clock DRAM READ to READ Delay DD Auto Configuration options
30. Configuration options 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 ASUS P7P55 M 2 9 2 10 2 3 5 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu Bios Information Displays the auto detected BIOS information Processor Displays the auto detected CPU specification System Memory Displays the auto detected system memory 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices Ai Tweaker Advanced Configure System Performance Settings BO EE It s designed to overclock DRAM CPU Ratio Setting Auto frequency by Intel R Speedstep TM Tech Enabled H Intel R TurboMode Tech Enabled i IM Xtreme Phase Full Power Mode Auto SECH rt E DRAM Frequency Auto enabled BLCK QPI Frequency Auto frequency CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized gt DRAM Timing Control CPU Differential Amplitude Auto CPU Clock Skew Auto Select Screen X eec Please key in numbers directly tt Select Item VCORE Over Voltage Auto t Change Field IMC Voltage Auto Tab Select Field DRAM Voltage 16v F1 General Help CPU PLL Voltage F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Inc Min 1 050V DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA Auto Max 1 150V DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB Auto Standard 1 050V Increment 0 010V Raise Reduce KK KKK KKK KKK KKK KK
31. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer The optical S PDIF is an optional component may or may not be included in your motherboard and is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT V INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM D Never dispose of the battery in fire It could explode and release harmful substances into the environment Never dispose of the battery with your regular household waste Take it to a hazardous material collection point Never replace the battery with an incorrect battery type 4 RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY RELATED INSTRUCTIONS Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediately To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors Slots sockets and circuitry Avoid dust humidity and temperature extremes Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet This motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5 C 41 F and 40 C 104 F Place the product on a stable surface fyou encounter technical problems with the product c
32. E ue E RR 2 5 8 Onboard Devices Configuration 2 54 USB Configuration 2 5 5 PCI PnP 2 5 6 Intel VT d Power menu 2 6 1 Suspend MOJE iesean anand 2 20 262 ACPL2O SUpDOT EE 2 20 2 6 8 ACPI APIC Support ssssssseeenemm 2 20 2 6 4 APM Configuration essen 2 20 2 6 5 Hardware Monitor Boot mem aanak cie REFS CIT EI EXER Un ARN Ee Re HE 2 7 1 Boot Device Priority sse 2 22 Contents 2 7 2 Boot Settings Configuration ssssss 2 22 27 9 OCCUPY naan tee tte ph 2 8 TOONS TUTE 2 81 ASUS O C Profile 282 JANET 2h anand anang es 2 8 8 ASUS EZ Flash 2 sss 2 84 Express Gate 2 9 EXE GIN pee vi Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio
33. E85F B8MF9 2048MB DS Micron 8HD22D9JNM FLFE85F B8MH9 MEES 2048MB DS Micron 9GF27D9KPT KVR1333D3N9 1G 1024MB SS Hynix H5TQ1G83BFR KVR1333D3N9 2G 2048MB DS Qimonda IDSH1G 03A1F1C 13H MT8JTF12864AY 1G4D1 1024MB SS Micron 8LD22D9JNM MT8JTF12864AZ 1G4F1 1024MB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT MT9JSF 12872AZ 1G4F1 1024MB SS Micron 91F22D9KPT ECC MT8JTF12864AY 1G4D1 3072MB Kit of 3 SS Micron 8XD22D9JNM MT12JSF25672AZ 1G4F1 2048MB DS Micron 91F22D9KPT ECC MT16JTF25664AY 1G1D1 2048MB DS Micron 8LD22 D9JNM MT18JTF25664AZ 1G4F1 2048MB DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT MT16JTF25664AY 1G4D1 6144MB Kit of 3 DS Micron 8UD22D9JNM OCZ3P13332GK 2048MB Kit of 2 ss N A Heat Sink Package OCZ3X1333LV3GK XMP 3072MB Kit of 3 ss N A Heat Sink Package OCZ3G13334GK OCZ3RPX1333EB4GK 4096MB Kit of 2 4096MB Kit of 2 DS N A Heat Sink Package Heat Sink Package OCZ3X13334GK XMP 4096MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package OCZ3G1333LV6GK OCZ3P1333LV6GK 6144MB Kit of 3 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package DS N A Heat Sink Package OCZ3X1333LV6GK XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 DS N A Heat Sink Package SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1 CH9 SAMSUNG M378B2873DZ1 CH9 SAMSUNG M378B2873EH1 CH9 SAMSUNG M391B2873DZ1 CH9 SAMSUNG M378B5673DZ1 CH9 SAMSUNG M378B5673EH1 CH9 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 2048MB SS S
34. ED cable to this connector The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power and blinks when the system is in sleep mode Hard disk drive activity LED 2 pin IDE LED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 4 pin SPEAKER This 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings E ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRSW This connector is for the system power button Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft off mode depending on the BIOS settings Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power ASUS P7P55 M 1 29 1 42 Software support 1 12 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows XP Vista 7 Operating Systems OS Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware ff Motherboard settings and hardware options vary Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Ensure that you install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions Windows V
35. Hieft ail P7P55 M E5073 First Edition V1 October 2009 Copyright 2009 ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHO
36. IPS Digital Interface jack It allows digital audio transfer and keeps the best signal quality Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller It is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems Innovative ASUS features Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows you to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button After the easy setup Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games with just one touch ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real time OC now a reality with the ASUS TurboV This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS and its user friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away Moreover the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O C settings in different scenarios Chapter 1 Product introduction Per Z ASUS P7P55 M ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is a unique power saving technology that detects the current system loadings and adjusts the power consumption in real time ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet Five seconds after powering on your computer you can instantly surf the Internet without entering the Windows OS ASUS Express Gate supports installation on SATA HDDs USB HDDs and flash drives with at least 1 2GB
37. K KKK KKK KKK KKK e e e he e e e he he e KK e ke e KEK Load Line Calibration Auto Select Screen Select Item Change Field Select Field General Help Save and Exit Exit v02 61 C Copyright 1985 2009 American Megatrends Inc Chapter 2 BIOS information Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options Manual Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system D O C P Overclocks DRAM frequency by adjusting BCLK frequency X M P If you install memory module s supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile X M P Technology choose this item to set the profile s supported by your memory module s for optimizing the system performance The configuration options for the following sub items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard DRAM O C Profile DDR3 1600MHz This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to D O C P and allows you to select a DRAM O C profile which applies different settings to DRAM frequency DRAM timing and DRAM voltage Configuration options DDR3 1600MHZz DDR3 1800MHz DDR3 1866MHz DDR3 2000MHZz DDR3 2133MHz eXtreme Memory Profile Disabled This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to X M P LA To obtain the best performance of
38. R3 1333 MHz capability 4096MB Kit of 2 DS N A Heat Sink Package isi DIMM Timing Support DIMM Voltage BIOS AY BY Ct BL25664BA1336 16SFB1 4096MB Kit of 2 DS N A Heat Sink Package BL25664BN1337 16FF XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 DS N A Heat Sink Package CT25664BA1339 16SFD 6144MB Kit of 3 DS Micron 8UD22D9JNM F3 10600CL8D 2GBHK 1024MB SS G SKILL Heat Sink Package F3 10600CL9D 2GBPK 1024MB SS G SKILL Heat Sink Package F3 10666CL7T 3GBPK 3072MB Kit of 3 ss N A Heat Sink Package F3 10666CL9T 3GBNQ 3072MB Kit of 3 ss N A Heat Sink Package F3 10600CL7D 2GBPI 1024MB DS G SKILL Heat Sink Package F3 10600CL9D 2GBNQ 1024MB DS G SKILL Heat Sink Package F3 10666CL8D 4GBHK 4096MB Kit of 2 DS N A Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 21 1 5 1 6V F3 10666CL7T 6GBPK 6144MB Kit of 3 DS N A Heat Sink Package 7 7 7 18 1 5 1 6V F3 10666CL9T 6GBNQ 6144MB Kit of 3 DS N A Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 24 1 5V 1 6V DDR3 1333 CL9 9 9 24 1024MB ss N A Heat Sink Package 9 GV34GB1333C7DC 2048MB DS N A Heat Sink Package 1 5V GG34GB1333C9DC 4096MB Kit of 2 DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N 1 3V low voltage DDR3 1333 CL9 9 9 24 6144MB Kit of 3 DS N A Heat Sink Package 1 5V FLFD45F B8MF9 1024MB SS Micron 8HD22D9JNM FLFD45F B8MH9 MAES 1024MB SS Micron 9CF22D9KPT FLF
39. UT NOTICE AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Contents NONG ES aaa ma i Safety information About this guide ertet neam terere tenen iii P7P55 M specifications summary Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 Welcome eeeeeeeenneenee rnnt tente tnn tenente nth tnt 1 1 1 2 Package contents aca rona jns aaa 1 1 1 3 Special features n rect ted netten 1 1 1 3 1 Product highlights naaa ana n tinte 1 1 1 32 Innovative ASUS features ulunan nananana na nanuwunawanunuwana 1 2 1 4 Before you proceed eese tnn tnnes 1 5 1 5 Motherboard overview eeneeerernnnnnnne nnne 1 6 1 5 1 Placement direction ese 1 6 15 2 SEEN holes idee mete pite niei 1 6 1 5 3 Motherboard layout sse 1 7 1 5 4 Layout content sec ee i iamnniere 1 7 1 6 Central Processing Unit CPU eene 1 8 1 6 1 Installing the CDU 1 8 1 6 2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan
40. able or disable the high definition audio controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Front Panel Type HD Audio Allows you to select the front panel type If High Definition Audio Front Panel used please set HD Audio mode Configuration options AC97 HD Audio Onboard LAN Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Onboard LAN Boot ROM Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the boot ROM in the onboard LAN controller This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to Enabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled Onboard IDE Controller Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the onboard IDE controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled 1394 Controller Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the 1394 controller Configuration options Disabled Enabled Serial Port1 Address 3F8 IRQ4 Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address Configuration options Disabled 3F8 IRQ4 2F8 IRQ3 E8 IRQ4 2E8 IRQ3 Parallel Port Address 378 Allows you to select the Parallel Port base addresses Configuration options Disabled 378 278 3BC Parallel Port Mode Normal Allows you to select the Parallel Port mode Configuration options Normal Bi Directional EPP ECP ECP Mode DMA Channel DMA3 Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode item is set to ECP This item allows you to set the Parallel Por
41. abled Follow Intel specifications Enabled Improve CPU VDroop directly 2 14 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices N Take caution when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field Ce A values can cause the system to malfunction Main Ai Tweaker Ad Power Boot Tools Exit Configure CPU b bk Chipset bk Onboard Devices Configuration b USB Configuration b PCIPnP Intel VT d Dissabled 2 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects CPU Ratio Setting Auto Sets the ration between CPU core clock and the FSB frequency Key in ratio numbers directly F If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS then the actual and set values may differ C1E Support Enabled Allows you to enable or disable C1E Support Configuration options Disabled Enabled Hardware Prefetcher Enabled Setting this item to Enabled allows the processor to fetch data and instructions from the memory into the cache that are likely to be required in the near future This reduces the latency associated with memory reads Configuration options Disabled Enabled Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Enabled When this item is set to Enabled the processor fetches the currently requested cache line as well as the subsequent cache line This reduces the cache
42. aker Out port black This port connects the rear speakers in a 4 channel 6 channel or 8 channel audio configuration Line In port light blue This port connects the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources Line Out port lime This port connects a headphone or a speaker In 4 channel 6 channel and 8 channel configurations the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out Microphone port pink This port connects a microphone Side Speaker Out port gray This port connects the side speaker in an 8 channel audio configuration Refer to the audio configuration table on the next page for the function of the audio ports in 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration ASUS P7P55 M 1 23 1 24 Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Headset 2 channel 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Light Blue Line In Line in Line in Line in Lime Pink Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Mic In Mic in Mic in Orange Center Subwoofer Center Subwoofer Black Gray 11 12 13 14 1 11 Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out USB 2 0 ports 1 and 2 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for connecting USB 2 0 devices USB 2 0 ports 3 and 4 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for connecting USB 2 0 devices USB 2 0 ports 5 and 6 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for c
43. amsung K4B1G0846D HCH9 SS Samsung SEC 846 HCH9 K4B1G08460 SS Samsung SEC 913 HCH9 K4B1G0846E SS Samsung K4B1G0846D HCH9 ECC DS Samsung K4B1G0846D HCH9 DS Samsung SEC 913 HCH9 K4B1G0846E continued on the next page ASUS P7P55 M DDR3 1333 MHz capability Timin Bic DIMM Voltage Support BIOS RAANG SAMSUNG M391B5673DZ1 CH9 2048MB Samsung K4B1G0846D HCH9 ECC Super Talent W1333X2GB8 1024MB N A Heat Sink Package Transcend 1S128MLK64V3U 1024MB N A SEC 813HCH9 K4B1G0846D Transcend 1S128MLK72V3U 1024MB N A K4B1G0846D ECC ranscend TS256MLK64V3U 2048MB Micron 9GF27D9KPT ranscend TS256MLK64V3U 2048MB N A SEC816HCH9K4B1G0846D Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3 10666 2048MB Samsung SEC 904 HCH9 K4B1G0846D Kingtiger KTG2G1333PG3 2048MB N A Heat Sink Package SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support A Supports one module inserted into any slot as Single channel memory configuration B Supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue or black slots as one pair of Dual channel memory configuration C Supports four modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual channel memory configuration ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function SCH Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs According to Intel spec definition DDR3 1600 is supported for one DIMM per channel only ASUS exclusively provi
44. ce occurs one sector at a time Configuration options Disabled Auto PIO Mode Auto Selects the PIO mode Configuration options Auto 0 1 2 3 4 DMA Mode Auto Selects the DMA mode Configuration options Auto SMART Monitoring Auto Sets the Smart Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled 32Bit Data Transfer Enabled Enables or disables 32 bit data transfer Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 3 4 Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the SATA devices installed in the system Select an item then press Enter if you want to configure the item SATA Configuration Enhanced Allows you to set the SATA configuration Configuration options Disabled Compatible Enhanced Configure SATA as IDE Sets the configuration for the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge chip Configuration options IDE RAID AHCI ff Due to Intel chipset driver support regulation the AHCI mode is not supported in Windows Pa XP environment The AHCI mode is only supported by Windows Vista with OS built in driver Hard Disk Write Protect Disabled Disables or enables device write protection This will be effective only if device is accessed throuh BIOS Configuration option Disabled Enabled IDE Detect Time Out Sec 35 Selects the time out value for detecting ATA ATAPI devices
45. ddOn ROM Display Mode Force BIOS Sets the display mode for option ROM Configuration options Force BIOS Keep Current Bootup Num Lock On Allows you to select the power on state for the NumLock Configuration options Off On l Chapter 2 BIOS information Wait For F1 If Error Enabled When set to Enabled the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs Configuration options Disabled Enabled Hit DEL Message Display Enabled When set to Enabled the system displays the message Press DEL to run Setup during POST Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 7 3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings Select an item then press Enter to display the configuration options Change Supervisor Password Select this item to set or change the supervisor password The Supervisor Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a Supervisor Password 1 Select the Change Supervisor Password item and press Enter 2 Onthe password box key in a password containing up to six letters or numbers or both then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted The message Password Installed appears after you successfully set your password To change the supervisor password follow the same steps in setting a supervisor password To clear the sup
46. des two DDR3 1600 DIMM support for each memory channel Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest QVL Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 7 3 Installing a DIMM f d Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components e Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components To install a DIMM e DIMM notch 1 Pressthe retaining clips outward to Ade unlock a DIMM socket 2 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket Unlocked retaining clip Ka A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a DIMM into CF a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM 3 Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated Locked Retaining Clip 1 7 4 Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM 1 Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM oT KA Support the DIMM lightly with Geng your fingers when pressing the retaining clips The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force DIMM notch 2 Remove the DIMM from the socket ASUS P7P55 M 1 19 1 20 1 8 Expansion slots In the future you may need to install expansion cards The following sub sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansi
47. e steps in setting a user password Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password Password Check Setup When set to Setup BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility When set to Always BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system Configuration options Setup Always Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press Enter to display the sub menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot ASUS O C Profile 2 8 1 ASUS O C Profile Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash In the Name sub item type your profile name and press Enter and then choose a profile number to save your CMOS settings in the Save to sub item Load CMOS Profile Allows youu to load the previous BIOS settings saved in thee BIOS Flash Press Enter and choose a profile to load Start O C Profile Allows you to run the utility to save and load CMOS Press Enter to runt the utility ASUSTek O C Profile Utility V4 00a Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup ESC Exit This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT32 16 format and single partition only DONOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the sy
48. e to the motherboard peripherals or components The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON in sleep mode or in soft off mode This is a reminder that you must shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED ag cra ASUS P7P55 M SB PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off 1 5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it Ki Ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 5 1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below 1 5 2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis N Do not overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard Place this side towards the rear of the chassis Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 5 3 Motherboard layout 9 TC KB USB78 usePwie D BH
49. er consumption The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets zx EI EX mE 55 55 oo aao EE NE Channel Sockets CH Channel A DMM A1 and DMM A2 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 NAR Us B rat Ste as Oey am P7P55 M 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P7P55 M 1 13 1 14 1 7 2 DIMM sockets NA Memory configurations You may install 512MB 1GB 2GB and 4GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B The system maps the total size of the lower sized channel for the dual channel configuration Any excess memory from the higher sized channel is then mapped for single channel operation Due to Intel spec definition X M P DIMMs are supported for one DIMM per channel only According to Intel CPU spec DIMM voltage below 1 65V is recommended to protect the CPU According to Intel CPU spec CPUs with a core frequency of 2 66G support the maximum DIMM frequency of up to DDR3 1333 To use DIMMs of a higher frequency with a 2 66G CPU enable the DRAM O C Profile feature in BIOS Refer to section 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu for details Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum compatibility we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor Due to the memory address limitation on 32 bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memor
50. ervisor password select the Change Supervisor Password then press Enter twice The message Password uninstalled appears A If you forget your BIOS password you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM See section 1 9 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM After you have set a supervisor password the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings User Access Level Full Access This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items Configuration options No Access View Only Limited Full Access No Access prevents user access to the Setup utility View Only allows access but does not allow change to any field Limited allows changes only to selected fields such as Date and Time Full Access allows viewing and changing all the fields in the Setup utility ASUS P7P55 M 2 23 2 24 Change User Password Select this item to set or change the user password The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a User Password 1 Select the Change User Password item and press Enter 2 Onthe password box key in a password containing up to six letters or numbers or both then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted The message Password Installed appears after you set your password successfully To change the user password follow the sam
51. ese documents are not part of the standard package Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase Key Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example Enter means that you must press the Enter or Return key lt Key1 gt lt Key2 gt lt Key3 gt If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign Example lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt D gt P7P55 M specifications summary Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage IEEE 1394 ASUS unique features LGA1156 socket for Intel Core i7 Core i5 processors Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology Refer to www asus com for Intel CPU support list Intel P55 Express Chipset Dual channel memory architecture 4 x 240 pin DIMM slots support maximum 16GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 2200 0 C 2133 0 C 1866 0 C 1800 O C 1600 1333 1066MHz memory modules Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile XMP Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List When you install a total memory of 4GB or more Windows 32 bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a Windows 32 bit operating system 1x PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot 2 x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slots 1 x PCI slot Intel P55 Express Chipset 6xSAT
52. et Delay 20 Sec Allows you to set the maximum time that the BIOS waits for the USB storage device to initialize Configuration options 10 Sec 20 Sec 30 Sec 40 Sec Emulation Type Auto Allows you to set the emulation type Configuration options Auto Floppy Forced FDD Hard Disk CDROM Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 5 5 PCI PnP The PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI PnP devices The menu includes setting IRQ and DMA channel resources for either PCI PnP or legacy ISA devices and setting the memory size block for legacy ISA devices AN Take caution when changing the settings of the PCI PnP menu items Incorrect field values Le can cause the system to malfunction Plug and Play O S No When set to No BIOS configures all the devices in the system When set to Yes and if you install a Plug and Play operating system the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot Configuration options No Yes 2 5 6 Intel VT d Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I O Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P7P55 M 2 19 2 20 2 6 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management APM Select an item then press Enter to display the configuration options BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Boot Tools Exit Select
53. hat the user data will be cleared the next time you enter the Express Gate User data includes the Express Gate s settings as well as any personal information stored by the web browser bookmarks cookies browsing history etc This is useful in the rare case where corrupt settings prevent the Express Gate environment from launching properly KA The first time wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment after Ca clearing its settings Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items BIOS P SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced ower Boot Tools Exit Options Exit system setup AA after saving the cahnges Exit amp Discard Changes Discard Changes F10 key can be used for this operation Load Setup Defaults VA Pressing Esc does not immediately exit this menu Select one of the options from this menu or F10 from the legend bar to exit Exit amp Save Changes Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off When you select this option a confirmation window appears Select OK to save changes and exit Exit amp Discard Changes Select this
54. hecks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update Are you sure to update BIOS Select Yes and press Enter When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer N DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure AN For BIOS Updater version 1 04 or later the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu See section 2 9 Exit menu for details Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup Press Delete during the Power On Self Test POST If you do not press Delete POST continues with its routines Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST Press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt simultaneously Press the reset button on the system chassis Press the power button to turn the system off then back on Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS
55. igital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF OUT 1 26 IDE connector 40 1 pin PRI_EIDE Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 1 24 Serial ATA connectors 7 pin SATA1 6 ASUS P7P55 M 1 7 1 6 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1156 socket designed for the Intel Core i7 Core i5 processors A Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU N Upon purchase of the motherboard ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the Um Socket contacts are not bent Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing or if you see any damage to the PnP cap socket contacts motherboard components ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment transit related Keepthe cap after installing the motherboard ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization RMA requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1156 socket The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal or misplacement loss incorrect removal of the PnP cap 1 6 1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU As Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard 4g oo ID LL D Si Ne Dis DIE Dm mp om P7P55 M CPU socket LGA1156 2 Pressthe load lever with your thumb A Load lever and then move i
56. ile using the motherboard support DVD or a removable device that contains the updated BIOS file A Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P7P55M ROM The BIOS file in the support DVD may not be the latest version Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www asus com The removable device that ASUS CrashFree BIOS support vary with motherboard models For motherboards without the floppy connector prepare a USB flash disk before using this utility Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the removable device that contains the BIOS file to the USB port or to the floppy disk drive if supported 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file 4 Turn off the system after the utility completes the updating process and turn on again NN DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause 5 system boot failure F Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select c the Load Setup Defaults item under the Exit menu Refer to section 2 9 Exit Menu for details ASUS P7P55 M 2 3 2 1 4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file
57. ista Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability 1 12 2 Support DVD information The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers software applications and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features VA The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the zu ASUS website at www asus com for updates To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer Z The following screen is for reference only E Click an icon to ASUS InstAll MB display Support DVD motherboard information Intel Chipset Inf Update Program a Bc tore lo instal VIA Audio Driver Realtek RTL8112L LAN Driver Browser Configuration Utility ASUS EPU 4 Engine Norton Internet Security 2009 Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD 1 30 Chapter 1 Product introduction BIOS information 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS AN Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utilit
58. n steps and functions should remain the same The illustration above is for reference only ASUS P7P55 M 1 11 3 Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU FAN 5 i 3 CPU FAN 2 zzvo CH E225 NR zuz Za es 26 o Tres 2 oo O n ELE es Innes nummi Jun gum gn P7P55 M CPU fan connector SS Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector 1 6 3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan 1 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard 2 Rotate each fastener counterclockwise 3 Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 1 12 Chapter 1 Product introduction 4 Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard 5 Rotate each fastener clockwise to ensure correct orientation when reinstalling 1 7 System memory 1 7 1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 DDR3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less pow
59. on cards Failure to do so may E 3 cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components 1 8 1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card 1 Before installing the expansion card read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card 2 Remove the system unit cover if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis 3 Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use Keep the screw for later use 4 Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot 5 Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier 6 Replace the system cover 1 8 2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card configure it by adjusting the software settings 1 Turnon the system and change the necessary BIOS settings if any See Chapter 2 for information on BIOS setup 2 Assign an IRQ to the card 3 Install the software drivers for the expansion card A When using PCI cards on shared slots ensure that the drivers support Share IRQ or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments Otherwise conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups making the system unstable and the card inoperable 1 8 3 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card SCSI card USB card and other cards that comply with PCI specifications 1 8 4 PCI Express x1 slots This motherboard support
60. on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Space Bar Ctrl Esc Power Key Power On By PS 2 Mouse Disabled When set to Enabled this parameter allows you to use the PS 2 mouse to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 6 5 Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature xxx C xxx F or Ignored MB Temperature xxx C xxx F or Ignored The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures CPU Fan Speed xxxxRPM or Ignored The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed CPU Q Fan Control Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the Q Fan control Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chassis Fan Speed Ignored or N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the Chassis fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Select Ignored if you do not wish to display the detected speed CPU Voltage
61. onnecting USB 2 0 devices USB 2 0 ports 7 and 8 These two 4 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are available for connecting USB 2 0 devices 2 Internal connectors Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio UO module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio I O module cable to this connector c cx PE ap uo cw SI al ZR D o md cm ouz z z zou iu OOO o oco o lt 22 2 RG E j DO alala D JE MB 1 j AAFP IT D ele sls Ld PNIT TT TT TT LOFT E E N E S zerea 86 SEES EERE 5a3 8 o KY n o c boa 9 2 Fu 352 8 P aag Sa Z w 7 HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 m pin definition compliant definition P7P55 M Analog front panel connector AN We recommend that you connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard s high definition audio capability If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to HD Audio If you want to connect an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC97 By default this connector is set to HD Audio See section 2 5 3 Onboard Devices Configuration for details Chapter 1 Product introduction 2 IDE connector 40 1 pin PRI EIDE
62. ontact a qualified service technician or your retailer vii viii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports Chapter 2 BIOS information This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual E N DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to WA complete a task AN CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to WA complete a task AN IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task KA NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information 2 Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer Th
63. option only if you do not want to save the changes that you made to the Setup program If you made changes to fields other than System Date System Time and Password the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you made and restore the previously saved values After selecting this option a confirmation appears Select OK to discard any changes and load the previously saved values Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if you press F5 a confirmation window appears Select OK to load default values Select Exit amp Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non volatile RAM ASUS P7P55 M 2 27 2 28 Chapter 2 BIOS information
64. restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure C P R eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data Simply shut down and reboot the system and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings EE Green ASUS gano agad J This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union s i Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances RoHS This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment friendly and recyclable products packaging to safeguard consumers health while minimizing the impact on the environment Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings Onboard LED N N Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component Before handling components use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object such as the power supply case to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component Before you install or remove any component ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply Failure to do so may cause severe damag
65. s PCI Express x1 network cards SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications 1 8 5 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has one PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express x16 2 0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications Refer to section 1 5 3 Motherboard Layout for the location of the expansion slots Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 9 Jumpers 1 Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock RTC RAM in CMOS You can clear the CMOS memory of date time and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS which include system setup information such as system passwords gy E S CLRTC m5 12 23 DOT CET o C Normal Clear RTC o E E Default AD exe TD eC P7P55 M Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1 2 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord Move the jumper cap from pins 1 2 default to pins 2 3 Keep the cap on pins 2 3 for about 5 10 seconds then move the cap back to pins 1 2 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer Hold down the Del key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter data Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position Removing the cap will cause system boo
66. stem boot failure We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory CPU configuration and BIOS version Only the CMO file can be loaded ASUS P7P55 M 2 25 2 26 2 8 2 AI NET 2 Check Realtek LAN cable Disabled Enables or disables checking of the Realtek LAN cable during the Power On Self Test POST Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 8 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 When you press Enter a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press Enter to confirm your choice Please see section 2 1 2 for details 2 8 4 Express Gate Auto Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype Configuration options Enabled Disabled Auto Enter OS Timer 10 Seconds Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate s first screen before starting Windows or other installed OS Choose Prompt User to stay at the first screen of Express Gate for user action Configuration options Prompt User 1 second 3 seconds 5 seconds 10 seconds 15 seconds 20 seconds 30 seconds Reset User Data No Allows you to clear Express Gate s user data Configuration options No Reset When setting this item to Reset make sure to save the setting to the BIOS so t
67. t ECP DMA Configuration options DMAO DMA1 DMA3 ASUS P7P55 M 2 17 EPP Version 1 9 Appears only when the Parallel Port Mode item is set to EPP This item allows you to select the EPP version Configuration options 1 9 1 7 Parallel Port IRQ IRQ7 Allows you to select parallel port IRQ Configuration options IRQ5 IRQ7 2 5 4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB related features Select an item then press Enter to display the configuration options F The Module Version and USB Devices Enabled items show the auto detected values If no m USB device is detected the item shows None USB Functions Enabled Allows you to disable or enable the USB functions Configuration options Disabled Enabled Legacy USB Support Auto Allows you to enable or disable support for Legacy USB storage devices including USB flash drives and USB hard drives Setting to Auto allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled Configuration options Disabled Enabled Auto BIOS EHCI Hand off Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the BIOS EHCI Hand off function Configuration options Disabled Enabled YA The following items may only appear when a USB storage device is plugged USB Mass Storage Device Configuration USB Mass Storage Res
68. t failure Ifthe steps above do not help remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data After the CMOS clearance reinstall the battery You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking For system failure due to overclocking use the CPU Parameter Recall C P R feature Shut down and reboot the system then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values Due to the chipset limitation AC power off is required before you use the C P R function You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system ASUS P7P55 M 1 21 2 Keyboard power 3 pin KBPWR This jumper allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake up feature When you set this jumper to pins 2 3 5VSB you can wake up the computer by pressing a key on the keyboard the default is the Space Bar This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the 5VSB lead and a corresponding setting in the BIOS 5V 5VSB Default P7P55 M Keyboard Power Setting 3 USB device wake up 3 pin USBPW1 8 3 pin USBPWO 14 Set these jumpers to 5V to wake up the computer from S1 sleep mode CPU stopped DRAM refreshed system running in low power mode using the connected USB devices Set to 5VSB to wake up from S3 and S4 sleep modes no power to
69. t to the right B until it is released from the retention tab NN To prevent damage to the socket pins WK do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU Retention tab 1 8 Chapter 1 Product introduction 3 Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted 4 Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket 5 Position the CPU over the socket ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom left corner of the socket and then fit the socket alignment keys into the CPU notches N The CPU fits in only one correct orientation DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU ASUS P7P55 M Load plate TSA SIN 1 10 6 Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer Some heatsinks come with pre applied thermal paste If so skip this step K The Thermal Interface Material is l N toxic and inedible DO NOT eat it If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin wash it off immediately and seek professional medical help 7 Close the load plate A and then push down the load lever B ensuring that the front edge of the load plate slides under the retention knob C 8 Insert the load lever under the retention tab Chapter 1 Product introduction 1
70. the X M P DIMM or 1600MHz DIMM install only one DIMM on each memory channel BCLK Frequency XXX Allows you to adjust the CPU operating frequency to enhance the system performance Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad The values range from 133 to 500 This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to Manual or D O C P PCIE Frequency XXX Allows you to set the PCI Express frequency Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the PCIE frequency You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad The values range from 100 to 160 This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to Manual or D O C P CPU Ratio Setting Auto Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and BCLK Frequency Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The valid value ranges differently according to your CPU model Intel R SpeedStep TM Tech Enabled When set to Disabled the CPU runs at its default speed When set to Enabled the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system Configuration options Disabled Enabled ASUS P7P55 M 2 11 2 12 Intel R TurboMode Tech Enabled This item appears only if you set the Ratio CMOS Setting item to Auto Turbo mode allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition Configuration options Disabled Enabled
71. tically detects the presence of SATA devices There is a separate sub menu for each SATA device Select a device item then press Enter to display the SATA device information The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items Device Vendor Size LBA Mode Block Mode PIO Mode Async DMA Ultra DMA and SMART Monitoring These values are not user configurable These items show N A if no Serial ATA device is installed in the system Type Auto Selects the type of SATA drive Setting to Auto allows automatic selection of the appropriate SATA device type Select CDROM if you are specifically configuring a CD ROM drive Select ARMD ATAPI Removable Media Device if your device is either a ZIP LS 120 or MO drive Configuration options Not Installed Auto CDROM ARMD FF This item does not appear if you select SATA 5 6 devices Chapter 2 BIOS information LBA Large Mode Auto Enables or disables the LBA mode Setting to Auto enables the LBA mode if the device supports this mode and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled Configuration options Disabled Auto Block Multi sector Transfer M Auto Enables or disables data multi sectors transfers When set to Auto the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi sector transfer feature When set to Disabled the data transfer from and to the devi
72. tion options All 1 2 A20M Disabled Setting this item to Enabled allows Legacy OSes to be compatible with APs Configuration options Disabled Enabled KA The following item appears only when you installed an Intel CPU that supports the Mi Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Intel R SpeedStep TM Tech Enabled When set to Disabled the CPU runs at its default speed When set to Enabled the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system Configuration options Disabled Enabled Intel R TurboMode Tech Enabled This item appears only if you set the CPU Ratio Setting item to Auto Turbo mode allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition Configuration options Disabled Enabled Intel R C STATE Tech Disabled Allows you enable or disable the Intel C STATE Technology When enabled the CPU idle is set to C2 C3 C4 CE Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 2 BIOS information 2 5 2 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings Select an item then press Enter to display the submenu Memory Remap Feature Enabled Allows you to enabled or disable the remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory Enable this option only when you install 64 bit operating system Configuration options Disabled Enabled 2 5 3 Onboard Devices Configuration HDA Controller Enabled Allows you to en
73. xpress controller CORE integrated to support 2 channel 4 DIMMs DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2 0 lanes providing great graphics performance Intel Lynnfield processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world intel ASUS P7P55 M 11 Intel P55 The Intel P55 Express Chipset is the latest one chipset design to support the latest 1156 socket Intel Core i7 Core i5 processors Intel P55 provides improved performance by utilizing serial point to point links allowing increased bandwidth and stability Dual Channel DDR3 2200 0 C 1600 1333 1066 support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2200 O C 1600 1333 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics multimedia and Internet applications The dual channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance PCI Express 2 0 This motherboard supports the latest PCI Express 2 0 devices for double Speed and bandwidth that enhances system performance Serial ATA 3Gb s technology This motherboard supports hard drives based on the Serial ATA SATA 3Gb s storage specifications delivering enhanced salability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high speed data saving and retrieval S PDIF digital sound ready This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the S PDIF out SONY PHIL
74. y 2 1 1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage save and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet FF Service Provider ISP This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update 1 Place the support DVD in the optical drive The Drivers menu appears 2 Click the Utilities tab then click Install ASUS Update 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation KA Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt Programs gt ASUS gt ASUSUpdate gt ASUSUpdate to launch the ASUS Update utility 2 From the dropdown list select any of the updating process ASUS P7P55 M 2 1 2 2 z 3 Updating from the Internet a Select Update BIOS from the Internet then click Next b Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic or click Auto Select then click Next c From the FTP site select the BIOS version that you wish to download then click Next 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 a file
75. y on the motherboard the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less For effective use of memory we recommend that you do any of the following Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32 bit Windows OS Install a 64 bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb 64MB chips or less The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect SPD which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module Under the default state some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor marked value To operate at the vendor marked or at a higher frequency refer to section 2 4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment For system stability use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load 4 DIMMS or overclocking condition Chapter 1 Product introduction P7P55 M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2000 O C MHz capability ss A Timing DIMM Support Brand Chip NO DIMM Voltage BIOS A B c GU34GB2000C9DC XMP 4096MBKKit of 2 Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 28 KHX2000C8D3T1K3 3GX XMP 3072MBKKkit of 3 Heat Sink Package KHX2000C9D3T1K3 3GX XMP 3072MB kit of 3 Heat Sink Package KHX2000C8D3T1K3 6GX XMP 6144MB Kit of 3 Heat Sink Package OCZ3P20002GK EPP 2048MB Kit of 2 Heat Sink Package 9 9 9 30

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