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Page 2: Electronic Emission Notices
Electronic Emission Notices WARNING! Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Intel H55 series Motherboard Table of Contents Motherboard Specifications ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Motherboard Layout------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6 Hardware Installation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Safety Instructions ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Preparing the Motherboard ------------------------------------------------------------------ 9 Installing the CPU ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Installing the CPU Fan ------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Installing Memory DIMMs --------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Installing the Motherboard ------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 Installing the I/O Shield ------------------------------------------------------------------ 11 Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis ---------------------------------------- 11... - Page 4 Table of Contents Security -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21 Boot Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 Boot Setting Configuration -------------------------------------------------------------- 22 Chipset Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23 North Bridge Configuration-------------------------------------------------------------- 23 South Bridge Configuration ------------------------------------------------------------- 23 Perform Setting Menu ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23 Exit Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24 Save Changes and Exit ------------------------------------------------------------------ 24 Discard Changes and Exit -------------------------------------------------------------- 24 Discard Changes -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24 Load Optimal Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------- 24...
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Page 5: Motherboard Specifications
Intel H55 series Motherboard Motherboard Specifications q Chipset v Intel ® H55 Express Chipset q Size v Micro ATX form factor of 244 mm x 170 mm q Microprocessor support v Supports LGA 1156 socket for Intel ® Core i3/Core i5/Core i7 (8xx series) processors... - Page 6 Motherboard Specifications q Audio v 6/8 channel High Definition Audio Codec (optional) v All DACs support 192k/96k/48k/44.1kHz sample rate v One SPDIF-out header on board (optional) q Green Function v Support SMM, APM, ACPI v Suspend to DRAM supported (STR) v RTC timer to power-on the system v AC power failure recovery q Onboard Graphics Features...
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Page 7: Motherboard Layout
Intel H55 series Motherboard Motherboard Layout Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors. SYSFAN2 CPUFAN1 115XLM REMOVE PCIE1 SYSFAN1 PCIE3 FP_S1 Chipset PCIE2 PCI1 SATA4 SATA1 SATA5 SATA3 FP_U2 FP_U1 FP_U3 SATA2 Figure 1 Figure 1. - Page 8 Rear panel Figure 2. Backpanel connectors 2 3 4 1. PS/2 Keyboard Port 2. USB Connectors 3. HDMI Port (optional) 4. SPDIF Connectors (optional) 5. DVI Port 6. eSATA Port 7. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel Blue Line-In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Green Line-Out...
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Page 9: Hardware Installation
Intel H55 series Motherboard Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this section are: q Preparing the motherboard v Installing the CPU v Installing the CPU fan v Installing Memory DIMMs q Installing the motherboard v Installing the I/O shield v Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis... -
Page 10: Preparing The Motherboard
Hardware Installation Preparing the Motherboard The motherboard shipped in the box does not contain a CPU or memory DIMM. You need to purchase them to complete this installation. Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Make sure not to bend or break any pins on the back. -
Page 11: Installing The Cpu Fan
Intel H55 series Motherboard Installing the CPU Fan There are many different fan types that can be used with this motherboard. Follow the instruction that came with your fan assembly. Be sure that the fan orientation is correct for your chassis type and your fan assembly. Installing Memory DIMMs Your new motherboard has two 1.5V 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory. -
Page 12: Installing The Motherboard
Hardware Installation Installing the Motherboard The sequence of installing the motherboard into the chassis depends on the chassis you are using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty chassis. Determine if it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard and then make all the connections. -
Page 13: Connecting Cables And Setting Switches
Intel H55 series Motherboard Connecting Cables and Setting Switches This section takes you through all the connectors and switch settings necessary on the motherboard. This will include: q Power Connectors v 24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1 v 4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector-PW2 q Internal Headers/Connectors v SPDIF-Out Header-CN6 (optional) v COM Header-CN4 (optional) -
Page 14: 24-Pin Atx Power Connector
Hardware Installation 24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1 PW1 is the main power supply connector. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is secure. PW1-Pin Definition Signal Signal... -
Page 15: Spdif-Out Header (Optional)
Intel H55 series Motherboard SPDIF-Out Header-CN6 (optional) This header provides a SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) output to digital multimedia device through coaxial connector. CN6 - Pin Definition COM Header-CN4 (optional) Signal CN4 - Pin Definition Signal Signal SPDIF-out 115XLM Front Panel Header-FP1 The front panel header on this motherboard REMOVE is one connector used to connect the... -
Page 16: Usb Headers
Hardware Installation USB Headers-FP_U1~FP_U3 This motherboard contains six USB 2.0 ports that are exposed on the rear panel of the chassis. The motherboard also contains three 10-pin internal headers connector onboard. Note: Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of your chassis (not all chassis are equipped with the front panel option). -
Page 17: Speaker Header
Intel H55 series Motherboard CPUFAN1 +12V Sense +12V 115XLM Sense Control SYSFAN2 Control REMOVE Speaker Header-SPK1 SPK1-Pin Definition Assignment +12V SPK- Sense SPK1 Control SYSFAN1 SATA4 SATA1 SATA2 SATA5 SATA3 Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors (SATA1~5) SATA-Pin Definition The Serial ATA connector is used to connect the Serial Signal ATA device to the motherboard. -
Page 18: Expansion Slots
Hardware Installation Expansion Slots The motherboard contains four expansion slots, including one PCIE x16 slot, two PCIE x1 slots and one PCI slot. 115XLM REMOVE PCIE1 PCIE3 PCIE2 PCI1 PCIE x16 Slot-PCIE1 There is one PCIE x16 slot reserved for graphics or video cards. The bandwidth of the PCIE x16 slot is up to 16 GB/s complianting with PCIE 2.0 specification. -
Page 19: Configuring The Bios
Intel H55 series Motherboard Configuring the BIOS This section discusses how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Enter BIOS Setup The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software. Correctly setting the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance. -
Page 20: Advanced Menu
Configuring the BIOS Advanced Menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the setting for the CPU and other system devices. Press <enter> to display the configuration options: PC Health Monitor Use this menu to monitor the real-time system status of your PC. Press <enter>to display the configuration options: q CPUFAN Mode Setting Use this item to set the CPU FAN mode. -
Page 21: Ide Configuration
Intel H55 series Motherboard q MPS and ACPI MADT ordering Use this item to set MPS and ACPI MADT ordering. There are two options in this item: [Legacy ordering] for Windows 2000 or earlier OSes, and [Modern ordering] for Windows XP or later OSes. q Max CPUID Value Limit Allows you to determine whether to limit CPUID maximum value. -
Page 22: Intel Txt(Lt) Configuration
Configuring the BIOS Intel TXT(LT) Configuration The menu allows you to configure Intel TXT(LT) Parameters. Intel VT-d Configuration The menu allows you to enable or disable Intel VT-d technology. ACPI Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set General ACPI Configuration, Advanced ACPI Configuration and South Bridge ACPI Configuration. -
Page 23: Boot Menu
Intel H55 series Motherboard q Boot Sector Virus Protection The items allow you to enable or disable booting sector virus protection. Boot Menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Press <enter> to display the configuration options: Boot Settings Configuration The items allow you to configure Boot settings. -
Page 24: Chipset Menu
Configuring the BIOS Chipset Menu The chipset menu items allow you to change the advanced chipset settings. Press <enter> to display the sub-menu: North Bridge Configuration The item allows you to configure north bridge features, including Memory, Graphic, NB PCIE and so on. South Bridge Configuration The item allows you to configure south bridge features, including USB, HDA, SMBUS, and so on. -
Page 25: Exit Menu
Intel H55 series Motherboard Exit Menu The exit menu items allow you to load the option or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Press <enter> to display the sub-menu: Save Changes and Exit Select this item and press <Enter>... -
Page 26: Flash Update Procedure
Configuring the BIOS FLASH Update Procedure The program AFUDOS XX.ROM is included on the driver CD (D:\Utility\AFUDOS XX.ROM). Please follow the recommended procedure to update the flash BIOS, as listed below. 1. Create a DOS-bootable floppy diskette. Copy the new BIOS file (just obtained or downloaded) and the utility program AFUDOS XX.ROM to the diskette. -
Page 27: Installing Drivers And Software
Intel H55 series Motherboard Installing Drivers and Software Note: It is important to remember that before installing the driver CD that is shipped in the kit, you need to load your operating system. The motherboard supports Windows XP 32 bit/64 bit, Windows Vista 32 bit/64 bit and Windows 7 32bit/64bit. - Page 28 Installing Drivers And Software 2. Left-click Intel chipset Driver, begin loading...
- Page 29 Intel H55 series Motherboard 3. Left-click HDA sound driver, begin loading...
- Page 30 Installing Drivers And Software 4. Left-click Intel Graphics Driver, begin loading...
- Page 31 Intel H55 series Motherboard 5. Left-click Realtek PCIE network Driver, begin loading...
- Page 32 Installing Drivers And Software 6. Left-click Intel(R) Management Engine, begin loading.
- Page 33 Intel H55 series Motherboard At last, you can enter Computer Management that provides information about the hardware devices on this motherboard to check if the driver installation is complete.
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Page 34: Realtek Hd Audio Driver Setup
Installing Drivers And Software Realtek HD Audio Driver Setup Getting Started After Realtek HD Audio Driver being installed (insert the driverCD and follow the on- screen instructions), “Realtek HD Audio Manager” icon will show in System tray as below. Double click the icon and the control panel will appear: Sound Effect After clicking on the “Sound Effect”... -
Page 35: Frequently Used Equalizer Setting
Intel H55 series Motherboard Equalizer Selection The Equalizer section allows you to create your own preferred settings by utilizing this tool. In standard 10 bands of equalizer, ranging from 100Hz to 16KHz are available: Frequently Used Equalizer Setting Realtek recognizes the needs that you might have. By leveraging our long experience at audio field, Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager provides you certain optimized equal- izer settings that are frequently used for your quick enjoyment. -
Page 36: Mixer
Installing Drivers And Software Mixer Realtek HD Audio Sound Manager integrates Microsoft’s “Volume Control” functions into the Mixer page. This gives you the advantage to you to create your favorite sound effect in one single tool. Playback control Mute You may choose to mute single or multiple volume controls or to completely mute sound output. -
Page 37: Recording Control
Intel H55 series Motherboard With this function, you will be able to have an audio chat with your friends via headphone (stream 1 from front panel) while still have music (stream 2 from back panel) playing. At any given period, you can have maximum 2 streams operating simultaneously. Recording control Mute You may choose to mute single or multiple volume controls or to completely mute sound input. -
Page 38: Audio I/O
Installing Drivers And Software Audio I/O Realtek HD Audio Manager frees you from default speaker settings. Different from before, for each jack, they are not limited to perform certain functions. Instead, now each jack is able to be chosen to perform either output (i.e. playback) function or input (i.e. - Page 39 Intel H55 series Motherboard Speaker Configuration Step 1: Plug in the device in any available jack. Step 2: Dialogue “connected device” will pop up for your selection. Please select the device you are trying to plug in. * If the device is being plugged into the correct jack, you will be able to find the icon beside the jack changed to the one that is same as your device.
- Page 40 Installing Drivers And Software Connector Settings Click to access connector settings √ Mute rear panel when front headphone plugged in Once this option is checked, when front headphone is plugged, the music that is playing from the back panel, will be stopped. √...
- Page 41 Intel H55 series Motherboard √ Output Sampling Rate 44.1KHz: This is recommended while playing CD 48KHz: This is recommended while playing DVD or Dolby. 96KHz: This is recommended while playing DVD-Audio. √ Output Source Output digital audio source: The digital audio format (such as .wav, .mp3, .midi etc) will come out through S/PDIF-Out.
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Page 42: Microphone
Installing Drivers And Software Microphone This page is designed to provide you better microphone/recording quality. Below picture indicates both “Noise Suppression” & “Acoustic Echo Cancellation” are both enabled. Noise Suppression If you feel that the background noise, especially the sound generated from the fan inside PC, is too loud? Try “Noise Suppression”, which allows you to cut off and sup- press disturbing noise. -
Page 43: 3D Audio Demo
Intel H55 series Motherboard 3D Audio Demo The section “3D Audio Demo” grants you another possibility to enjoy your sound. The Audio Demo allows you to listen to sound in an extraordinary way. Information This section provides information about your current system audio device. 291-MA142-01... - Page 44 Intel H55 series Motherboard...
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