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  • Page 1 V-Series P7H55E ASUS PC (Desktop Barebone) User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    System package contents ................ix Chapter 1: System introduction Welcome! ..................1-2 Front panel ................... 1-2 1.2.1 V6-P7H55E front panel ..........1-2 1.2.2 V7-P7H55E front panel ........... 1-3 Rear panel ..................1-4 Voltage selector ................1-7 Internal components ..............1-8 1.5...
  • Page 4 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Managing and updating your BIOS ..........4-2 4.1.1 ASUS Update ..............4-3 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............4-4 4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ..........4-5 BIOS setup program ..............4-6 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............4-7 4.2.2...
  • Page 5 Boot Device Priority ............4-23 4.6.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 4-24 4.6.3 Security ................. 4-25 Tools menu ................. 4-27 4.7.1 AI NET 2................ 4-27 4.7.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............4-28 4.7.3 ASUS Express Gate ............. 4-29 Exit menu ..................4-30...

  • Page 6: Notices

    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://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    About this guide Audience This guide provides general information and installation instructions about the ASUS Vintage V-series P7H55E barebone system. This guide is intended for experienced users and integrators with hardware knowledge of personal computers. How this guide is organized...

  • Page 9: System Package Contents

    ASUS Websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional Documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
  • Page 10 Chapter 1 This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS V-series P7H55E. The chapter lists the system features including introduction on the front and rear panel, and internal components.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: System Introduction

    The ASUS V-series P7H55E is an all-in-one barebone system with a versatile home entertainment feature. The system comes in a stylish casing and powered by the ASUS motherboard that supports the Intel Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Quad / Pentium ®...

  • Page 12: V7-P7H55E Front Panel

    Power button. Press this button to turn the system on. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. ASUS V-series P7H55E...

  • Page 13: Rear Panel

    Headphone port. This Line In (lime) port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-plug. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card slot MemoryStick® / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot Secure Digital™/ Multimedia Card slot Rear panel The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that allow convenient connection of devices.
  • Page 14 Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray – – – Side Speaker Out ASUS V-series P7H55E...
  • Page 15 13. Expansion slot covers. Remove these covers when installing expansion cards. 14. 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 Activity/Link...

  • Page 16: Voltage Selector

    If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240 V, set this switch to 230 V. 115V/230V Voltage selector Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V environment will seriously damage the system! ASUS V-series P7H55E...

  • Page 17: Internal Components

    The illustration below is the internal view of the system when you remove the chassis cover and the power supply unit. The installed components are labeled for your reference. P7H55-M Front panel cover ASUS motherboard 5.25-inch optical drive bays PCI Express x16 slot 3.5-inch drive bay 10. PCI Express x1 slot Hard disk drive bay 11.

  • Page 18: Qualified Vendors Lists (Qvl)

    Kingston KVR1333D3N9/1G 1024MB D1288JELDPGD9U • • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/2G 2048MB Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H 1.5V • • • Kingston KVR1333D3N9/4G 4096MB Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR • • • Micron MT8JTF12864AZ-1G4F1 1024MB Micron 9FF22D9KPT • • • continued on the next page ASUS V-series P7H55E...
  • Page 19 DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage (Optional) Brand B* C* Micron MT18JTF25664AZ-1G4F1 2048MB Micron 9KF27D9KPT • • • OCZ3P13332GK 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS 7-7-7-20 1.8V • • OCZ3X1333LV3GK(XMP) 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS 1.6V •...

  • Page 20: Dimm Support

    Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports two pair of modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVLs. ASUS V-series P7H55E 1-11...
  • Page 21 Chapter 2 This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the support DVD.

  • Page 22: Chapter 2: Starting Up

    Screen display and driver options may not be the same for different operating system versions. • The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. Chapter 2: Starting up...

  • Page 23: Running The Support Dvd

    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. ASUS InstAll-Installation Wizard for Anti-Virus and Drivers Utility Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. Norton Internet Security 2009 Installs the Norton Internet Security 2009. Reaktek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek audio driver and application.

  • Page 24: Utilities Menu

    Installs the Atheros® Ethernet Utility. ASUS Update Allows you to download the latest version of the BIOS from the ASUS website. Before using the ASUS Update, make sure that you have an Internet connection so you can connect to the ASUS website.
  • Page 25 Installs the Corel MediaOne Starter application to easily manage, edit share and protect your multimedia data. Ulead Photolmpact 12 SE Installs the Photolmpact image editing software. ASUS Turbo Key Installs ASUS Turbo Key. Click to display the next screen. WinZip 11 Installs the Winzip utility for easy file-compression and protection.

  • Page 26: Manual Menu

    Realtek HD Audio User’s Manual Allows you to open the Realtek HD Audio User’s Manual. ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide Allows you to open the ASUS Motherboard Installation Guide. NIS 2009 Subscription Renewal Guide Allows you to open the NIS 2009 Subscription Renewal Guide. Chapter 2: Starting up...

  • Page 27: Asus Contact Information

    2.3.4 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ASUS V-Series P7H55E...

  • Page 28: Other Information

    2.3.5 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. ASUSTeK Computer INC.
  • Page 29 Technical support Form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. ASUS V-Series P7H55E...

  • Page 30: Software Information

    View the online help or readme file that came with the software for more information. 2.4.1 ASUS AI Manager ASUS AI Manager is a utility that gives you quick and easy access to frequently- used applications. Installing AI Manager To install AI Manager on your computer: Place the support CD in the optical drive.

  • Page 31: Ai Manager Quick Bar

    AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to display the menu’s contents.
  • Page 32 AI Security AI Security enables you to set a password to secure your devices, such as USB flash disks and CD/DVD disks, from unauthorized access. To lock a device: 1. When using AI Security for the first time, you are asked to set a password.
  • Page 33 AI Gear provides four system performance modes that allows you to select the best settings for your computing needs. This utility adjusts the processor frequency and voltage to minimize system noise and power consumption. Select your preferred mode, then click Yes to confirm your selection. ASUS V-Series P7H55E 2-13...
  • Page 34 AI Probe AI Probe automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures, CPU fan speed, and the voltage output. You can adjust the values as you need. Click the Temperature, Voltage, or Fan Speed tab, then select an item to enable and drag the bar to change the item’s value.
  • Page 35 Support Click any links on the Support window to go to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. Information Click the tab on the Information window to see the detailed information about your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed devices, and memory.

  • Page 36: Asus Express Gate

    2.4.2 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet. Eight seconds after powering on your computer, you can instantly surf the Internet, use Skype or other Express Gate applications without entering the Windows ®...
  • Page 37 To enter the motherboard BIOS Setup program, click Exit on the splash screen and then hold down <Del> during POST. • Click in the Express Gate environment for the detailed software instructions. Splash screen hot-keys Function <PAUSE/BREAK> Power off Continue to boot OS ASUS V-Series P7H55E 2-17...
  • Page 38 <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Print Screen> Save screen snapshot as picture to file When you are using ASUS Express Gate for the first time, launch an application from the splash screen, a first-time wizard will appear and guide you through basic Express Gate configurations including language, date, and time.

  • Page 39: Accessing The Internet

    Left-click this icon to launch the File Manager window. Right- click it to eject the removable storage device / USB drive. Exits ASUS Express Gate. Click Yes to enter the operating system you installed on the hard disk drive.
  • Page 40 Shows user- created image album(s) Image control ASUS Express Gate supports HDDs connected to motherboard chipset- controlled onboard SATA ports only. All onboard extended SATA ports and external SATA ports are NOT supported. 2-20 Chapter 2: Starting up...
  • Page 41 4.7.2 Express Gate. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Press ENTER to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 the utility to select and update BIOS. Express Gate [Enabled] This utility doesn't Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] support :...
  • Page 42 Chapter 3 This chapter gives information about the motherboard that comes with the system. This chapter includes the motherboard layout, jumper settings, and connector locations.

  • Page 43: Chapter 3: Motherboard Info

    Introduction The Vintage V-series P7H55E barebone system comes with an ASUS motherboard. This chapter provides technical information about the motherboard for future upgrades or system reconfiguration. Motherboard layout 24.4cm(9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 SPDIFO_ ATX12V HDMI CHA_FAN1 LGA1156 F_USB34 LAN1_USB12 P7H55-M AUDIO...

  • Page 44: Jumpers

    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. ASUS V-Series P7H55E...

  • Page 45: Connectors

    Connectors ICH7 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 P7H55-M P7H55-M SATA connectors Install the Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA. ® USB connectors (10-1 pin USB1112, USB910, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports.
  • Page 46 These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 +12V Rotation CHA_FAN2 P7H55-M P7H55-M fan connectors Only the 4-pin CPU fan connector supports the ASUS Q-Fan feature. ASUS V-Series P7H55E...
  • Page 47 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC’97 audio standard. AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 P7H55-M HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition P7H55-M Analog front panel connector •...
  • Page 48 The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • The ATX 12 V Specification 2.0-compliant (400W) PSU has been tested to support the motherboard power requirements. ASUS V-Series P7H55E...
  • Page 49 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER PANEL PIN 1 P7H55-M IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P7H55-M System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.
  • Page 50 Chapter 4 This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus and describes the BIOS parameters.

  • Page 51: Chapter 4: Bios Setup

    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 utility. • Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Chapter 4: BIOS setup...

  • Page 52: Asus Update

    4.1.1 ASUS Update 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 Service Provider (ISP).

  • Page 53: Asus Ez Flash 2

    4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2:...

  • Page 54: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    4.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 update a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 55: Bios Setup Program

    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. Chapter 4: BIOS setup...

  • Page 56: Bios Menu Screen

    At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS V-Series P7H55E...

  • Page 57: Menu Items

    4.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub-screen The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, General Help Save and Exit Exit...

  • Page 58: Main Menu

    :[Not Detected] SATA 4 :[Not Detected] Storage Configuration System Information v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 4.3.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx] Allows you to set the system time. 4.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx] Allows you to set the system date. ASUS V-Series P7H55E...

  • Page 59: Sata1~4

    4.3.3 SATA1~4 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. There is a separate submenu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the SATA device information. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot...

  • Page 60: Storage Configuration

    Allows you to disable or enable the hard disk write protection. Configuration options: [Disabled] [5] [Enabled] IDE Detect Time Out [35] Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices. Configuration options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-11...

  • Page 61: System Information

    4.3.5 System Information This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. BIOS Information Version : 0307 Build Date : 12/08/09 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU @ 2.67GHz Speed : 2666MHz System Memory...

  • Page 62: Advanced Menu

    Cache L3 : 8192 KB Ratio Status: Unlocked (Min:09, Max:20) Ratio Actual Value: 20 CPUID : 106E5 Ratio CMOS Setting [20.0] C1E Support [Enabled] Hardware Prefetcher [Enabled] Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch [Enabled] Max CPUID Value Limit [Disabled] ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-13...
  • Page 63 Ratio CMOS Setting [20.0] Allows you to set the ratio between CPU Core Clock and the FSB frequency. Configuration option: [20.0] • If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS then actual and set values may differ. • Key in ratio numbers directly. C1E Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable Inter CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) function, a CPU power-saving function in system halt state.
  • Page 64 Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel C-State technology. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] C-STATE package limit setting [Auto] Allows you to set the limit for the C-STATE package. Configuration options: [Auto] [C1] [C3] [C6] ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-15...

  • Page 65: Chipset

    4.4.2 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. Advanced Chipset Settings Configure Uncore features. WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Uncore Configuration Uncore Configuration Uncore Configuration...

  • Page 66: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the LAN Boot ROM configuration. This item appears only when the Onboard LAN item is set to Enabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-17...

  • Page 67: Usb Configuration

    4.4.4 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. USB Configuration Options Options Disabled Module Version - 2.24.5-13.4 Enabled USB Devices Enabled: 2 Hubs, 1 Drive USB Functions [Enabled] Legacy USB Support...

  • Page 68: Pci Pnp

    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] ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-19...

  • Page 69: Intel Vt-D Configuration

    4.4.6 Intel VT-d Configuration The Intel VT-d Configuration menu item allows you to configure the Intel Virtualization technology for directed I/O. Intel Virtualization Technology for Intel VT-d [Enabled] Directed I/O. Intel VT-d [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel Virtualization technology for directed I/O. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced...

  • Page 70: Acpi Apic Support [Enabled]

    Power On By PS/2 KB/MS [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PS/2 mouse to generate a wake event. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-21...

  • Page 71: Hardware Monitor

    4.5.5 Hardware Monitor Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature CPU Temperature [52ºC/125.5ºF] MB Temperature [30ºC/86ºF] CPU Fan Speed [3154RPM] CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] Chassis Fan1 Speed [N/A] Chassis Q-Fan1 Control [Enabled] Chassis Fan2 Speed [N/A] Chassis Q-Fan2 Control [Enabled] VCORE Voltage [ 1.184V] 3.3V Voltage [ 3.328V] 5V Voltage...

  • Page 72: Boot Menu

    Enter Go to Sub-screen The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of General Help Save and Exit devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [Removable Device] [Hard Exit Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-23...

  • Page 73: Boot Settings Configuration

    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. Add On ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM. Configuration options: [Force BIOS]...

  • Page 74: Security

    <Enter> twice. The message Password Uninstalled appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 4.3 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-25...

  • Page 75: Change User Password

    After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Installed <Enter> again to User Password : Not Installed disabled password. Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password...

  • Page 76: Tools Menu

    <Enter> to display the submenu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit LAN Cable Status AI Net 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Reset User Data [No] Select Screen Select Item Select Screen...

  • Page 77: Asus Ez Flash 2

    4.7.2 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 [Ok] or [Cancel], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.36...

  • Page 78: Asus Express Gate

    4.7.3 ASUS Express Gate This item allows you to configure the ASUS Express Gate feature. ASUS Express Gate is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet and Skype. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools Options Options AI Net 2...

  • Page 79: Exit Menu

    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 SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit Options Exit system setup Exit system setup after saving the...
  • Page 80 Manufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Address: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Authorised representative ASUS Computer GmbH in Europe: Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY ASUS V-Series P7H55E 4-31...

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