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  • Page 1 F1A55-M LX Series • F1A55-M LX • F1A55-M LX PLUS...
  • 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

    Contents Notices ......................vi Safety information ..................vii About this guide ..................viii F1A55-M LX Series specifications summary ........... ix Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-1 1.3.2...
  • Page 4 Managing and updating your BIOS ..........2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ............2-4 BIOS setup program ..............2-7 Main menu .................. 2-11 2.3.1 System Language [English] ...........2-11...
  • Page 5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] ..........2-25 2.7.7 Boot Option Priorities ............ 2-25 2.7.8 Boot Override ..............2-25 Tools menu ................. 2-26 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ..........2-26 2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ............2-26 2.8.3 ASUS SPD Information ..........2-26 Exit menu ..................2-27...

  • Page 6: Notices

    This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    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://csr.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.

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides 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.

  • Page 9: F1A55-M Lx Series Specifications Summary

    ECC DDR3 2250(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz memory modules The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
  • Page 10 - 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at the mid-board, 6 ports at the back panel) ASUS unique features ASUS Unique Technology - ASUS EPU - Protect 3.0 (F1A55-M LX PLUS only) ASUS Power Design - Industry leading 4+1 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Suite II...
  • Page 11 F1A55-M LX Series specifications summary Internal I/O connectors / 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports buttons / switches 1 x S/PDIF output connector 1 x Front panel audio connector 6 x SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors 1 x System panel connector...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    ASUS motherboard Support DVD Documentations User Manual • F1A55-M LX Series motherboards include F1A55-M LX PLUS and F1A55-M LX two models. The package contents vary from models. The layout illustrations in this user guide are for F1A55-M LX PLUS only.

  • Page 14: Asus Exclusive Features

    1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Features Ai Charger Ai Charger is ASUS fast-charging software that supports iPod, iPhone, and iPad. • Check your USB mobile device if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. • The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.

  • Page 15: Asus Mylogo 2

    ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. ASUS MyLogo 2™...

  • Page 16: Before You Proceed

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR F1A55-M LX PLUS Standby Power Powered Off F1A55-M LX PLUS Onboard LED Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 17: Motherboard Overview

    Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. F1A55-M LX PLUS ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 18: Motherboard Layout

    1.5.3 Motherboard layout 21.3cm(8.4in) KB_USB56 CPU_FAN ATX12V USB34 LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN AUDIO F1A55-M LX PLUS PCIEX16_1 8111E SB_PWR SATA3G_4 Lithium Cell PCIEX1_1 CMOS Power ® Super SATA3G_3 PCI1 SATA3G_2 PCIEX16_2 32Mb SATA3G_1 BIOS USB1112 USB910 USB78 SPEAKER F_PANEL AAFP SPDIF_OUT 1.5.4...

  • Page 19: Accelerated Processing Unit (Apu)

    Installing the APU To install a APU: Locate the FM1 socket on the motherboard. F1A55-M LX PLUS F1A55-M LX PLUS CPU socket FM1 Socket lever Press the lever sideways to unlock the socket, then lift it up to a 90°-100° angle.
  • Page 20 Connect the CPU fan cable to the CPU_FAN connector on the motherboard. CPU_FAN F1A55-M LX PLUS F1A55-M LX PLUS CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

  • Page 21: Installing The Heatsink And Fan

    Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. If the instructions in this section do not match the CPU documentation, follow the latter. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 22: System Memory

    The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 F1A55-M LX PLUS F1A55-M LX PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 23: Memory Configurations

    • The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • 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.
  • Page 24 DDR3-2133(O.C.)MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 1.65V • • KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4/8GX(XMP) 8GB(4 x 2GB) 9-11-9-27 1.65V • • DDR3-2000(O.C.)MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendors Part No.
  • Page 25 1.35V(low ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-DJ-F ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F • • voltage) 1.35V(low ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-DJ-F ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F • • voltage) G.SKILL F3-10600CL8D-2GBHK(XMP) G.SKILL • • G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-2GBNQ 2GB(2 x 1GB) 9-9-9-24 1.5V • • (continued on the next page) ASUS F1A55-M LX Series 1-13...
  • Page 26 DDR3-1333MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage (Optional) G.SKILL F3-10666CL7T-3GBPK(XMP) 3GB(3 x 1GB) 7-7-7-18 1.5~1.6V • • 8-8-8- G.SKILL F3-10666CL8D-4GBECO(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) • • 8-24 1.35V G.SKILL F3-10666CL7T-6GBPK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) 7-7-7-18 1.5~1.6V •...
  • Page 27 • A*: Supports one module inserted into either slot as single-channel memory configuration. • B*: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both the slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ASUS F1A55-M LX Series 1-15...

  • Page 28: Installing A Dimm

    1.7.3 Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. Press the retaining clips outward to DIMM notch unlock a DIMM socket.

  • Page 29: Expansion Slots

    This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two PCI Express x16 graphics cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS F1A55-M LX Series 1-17...

  • Page 30: Jumpers

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) F1A55-M LX PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 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.
  • Page 31 +5VSB (Default) F1A55-M LX PLUS F1A55-M LX PLUS Keyboard power setting USB device wake-up (3-pin USBPW1-6, 3-pin USBPW7-12) 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.

  • Page 32: Connectors

    1.10 Connectors 1.10.1 Rear panel ports PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo port (purple/green). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.

  • Page 33: Internal Connectors

    • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN connector supports the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN for better thermal environment.

  • Page 34: Atx Power Connectors

    The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • 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?SLanguage=en-us for details. 1-22...
  • Page 35 SATA3G_1 F1A55-M LX PLUS F1A55-M LX PLUS SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to IDE mode by default. In 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 type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [RAID].

  • Page 36: System Panel Connector

    PIN 1 F1A55-M LX PLUS +HDLED RESET F1A55-M LX PLUS 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. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 37 Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition F1A55-M LX PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard 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 to [HD].
  • Page 38 USB78 F1A55-M LX PLUS PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 F1A55-M LX PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 39: Software Support

    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. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive.
  • Page 40 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 41: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 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. ®...

  • Page 42: Asus Ez Flash 2

    Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 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.

  • Page 43: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 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 restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 44: Asus Bios Updater

    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 that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 45 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 V1.07 Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: F1A55-M LX PLUS BOARD: Unknown VER: 0202 VER:...

  • Page 46: Updating The Bios File

    Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to 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. ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 47: Bios Setup Program

    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: •...

  • Page 48: Bios Menu Screen

    Selects the boot device priority Standard mode Turbo mode Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 49: Advanced Mode

    The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items...

  • Page 50: Menu Items

    You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and press <Enter> or click on it to display a list of options. 2-10 ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 51: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main...

  • Page 52: Administrator Password

    To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 2-12 ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 53: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.

  • Page 54: Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]

    This item appears only when The EPU Power Saving Mode is set to [Enabled] and allows you to set power saving mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2-14 ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 55: Dram Timing Control

    2.4.5 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press <Enter>. Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings.

  • Page 56: Apu1.2V Voltage [Auto]

    This item allows you to set this function for better system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. 2.4.13 APU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2-16 ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 57: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker...

  • Page 58: Sata Configuration

    S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-18 ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 59: Usb Configuration

    2.5.3 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program.

  • Page 60: Apm

    The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. 2-20 ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...
  • Page 61 Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Space Bar] Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Ctrl-Esc] Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Power Key] Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.

  • Page 62: Monitor Menu

    This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] 2-22 ASUS F1A55-M LX Series...

  • Page 63: Cpu Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage

    CPU Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature.

  • Page 64: Boot Menu

    [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Disabled] and allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report.

  • Page 65: Option Rom Messages [Force Bios]

    • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST.

  • Page 66: Tools Menu

    > ASUS SPD Information 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.

  • Page 67: Exit Menu

    Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
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  • Page 69: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-010923*...

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