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  • Page 1 P7H55D-M...
  • 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 Contents ........................iii Notices ........................vii Safety information ....................viii About this guide ......................ix P7H55D-M EVO specifications summary ..............xi Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ....................1-1 Package contents..................1-1 Special features..................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights................ 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ........

  • Page 4: Contents

    BIOS setup Knowing BIOS .................... 3-1 Updating BIOS .................... 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility..............3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ............... 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility........... 3-5 3.2.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ..............3-6 BIOS setup program .................. 3-9 3.3.1...
  • Page 5 EuP Ready ................3-28 3.7.6 APM Configuration ..............3-29 3.7.7 Hardware Monitor..............3-30 Boot menu ....................3-32 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority..............3-32 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration ............3-33 3.8.3 Security ..................3-34 Tools menu ....................3-36 3.9.1 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-36...
  • Page 6 Contents 3.9.2 AI NET 2 ..................3-37 3.9.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ..............3-38 3.9.4 Express Gate ................3-38 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-39 Chapter 4: Software support Installing an operating system ..............4-1 Support DVD information ................4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD ............

  • Page 7: Notices

    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. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical 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 9: About This Guide

    Where to find more information 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 10: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 11: P7H55D-M Evo Specifications Summary

    * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. Refer to the Memory QVL for details. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots...
  • Page 12 - 8+3 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features - Express Gate - MemOK! - ASUS EPU ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS Fanless Design: Stack Cool 3 - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS O.C. Profile...
  • Page 13 BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, SPI, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    ® 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.

  • Page 16: Special Features

    Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s 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.

  • Page 17: Asus Exclusive Overclocking Features

    ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time O.C. – now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy O.C. 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.

  • Page 18: Asus Quiet Thermal Solutions

    BIOS file. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. 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. Refer to page 3-4 for details.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    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 damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO...

  • Page 20: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 21: Layout Contents

    2-36 USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 2-37 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-36 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-39 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-39 Standby power LED (SB_PWR) 2-43 ASUS P7H55D-M EVO...

  • Page 22: Placement Direction

    2.2.3 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. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place eight screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 23: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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.
  • Page 24 Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted. Load plate Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket by lifting the tab only. PnP cap Cap tab Position the CPU over the socket, ensuring that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket, and then CPU notches...
  • Page 25 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 lock (C). Insert the load lever under the retention tab. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO...

  • Page 26: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    2.3.2 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. • When you buy a boxed Intel ® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

  • Page 27: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO...

  • Page 28: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 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 power consumption.

  • Page 29: Memory Configurations

    3.5 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. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-11...
  • Page 30 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200MHz capability for Lynnfield CPU at 2.8 and 2.93Ghz DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 8-8-8-24 1.65...
  • Page 31 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability for Lynnfield CPU at 2.8 and 2.93Ghz DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM CORSAIR TR3X6G1866C9DVer4.1(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.65...
  • Page 32 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for Lynnfield CPU at 2.8 and 2.93Ghz (cont.) DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AX3U1600GB2G9-3G(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.65~1.85 •...
  • Page 33 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for Lynnfield CPU at 2.66Ghz DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AD31600G001GMU 9-9-9-24 1.65~1.85 • •...
  • Page 34 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for Lynnfield CPU at 2.66Ghz (cont.) DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Cell Shock CS322271 2GB(2 x 1GB) DS 7-7-7-14 1.7-1.9...
  • Page 35 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for Lynnfield CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93Ghz (cont.) DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM G.SKILL F3-10666CL9T-6GBNQ 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - 9-9-9-24 1.5...
  • Page 36 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for Lynnfield CPU at 2.66, 2.8 and 2.93Ghz DIMM socket support Size SS/ (Optional) Vendor Part No. Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF...
  • Page 37 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for Clarkdale CPU DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AD31600G001GMU SS - 9-9-9-24 1.65~1.85 • •...
  • Page 38 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for Clarkdale CPU (cont.) DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Patriot PVS34G1600ELK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - 9-9-9-24 1.8...
  • Page 39 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for Clarkdale CPU (cont.) DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM IDSH1G-03A1F1C- KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/2G DS Qimonda • •...
  • Page 40 P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067MHz capability for Clarkdale CPU DIMM socket support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS MICRON D9KPT • •...

  • Page 41: Installing A Dimm

    DIMM. Locked Retaining Clip Always insert the DIMM into the socket VERTICALLY to prevent DIMM notch damage. 2.4.4 Removing a DIMM Press the retaining clip outward to unlock the DIMM. Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-23...

  • Page 42: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 43: Interrupt Assignments

    – – – – – SATA Host Controller – – shared – – – – – 1394 Controller – – shared – – – – – HD Audio – – – – – – shared – ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-25...

  • Page 44: Pci Slot

    2.5.4 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express 2.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.

  • Page 45: Jumper

    • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable 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 P7H55D-M EVO 2-27...

  • Page 46: Onboard Switch

    BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 47: Connectors

    *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. ***: Refer to the notes and troubleshooting on monitor overscan / underscan problem on the next pages. DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-29...

  • Page 48: Lan Port Led Indications

    * LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection LAN port BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel...
  • Page 49 Click Display > General Settings and select a Resolution. Click Apply. Or you can click Display > General Settings > Scaling > Customize Aspect Ratio. Move the Horizontal Scaling and Vertical Scaling sliders and then click Apply. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-31...

  • Page 50: Audio I/O Connections

    2.8.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo / 2.1-channel Speakers 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 51 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-33...

  • Page 52: Internal Connectors

    2.8.3 Internal connectors IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 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.
  • Page 53 These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. You must install Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using Serial ATA hard ® disk drives. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-35...

  • Page 54: Serial Port Connector (10-1 Pin Com1)

    Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The COM module is purchased separately. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port.

  • Page 55: Usb Connectors (10-1 Pin Usb78, Usb910, Usb1112)

    Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 56 These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 57: Digital Audio Connector (4-1 Pin Spdif_Out)

    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]. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-39...
  • Page 58 • 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. PSU suggested list Seventeam ST-522HLP T.C.STAR D420...

  • Page 59: System Panel Connector

    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 P7H55D-M EVO 2-41...

  • Page 60: Asus Q-Connector (System Panel)

    2.8.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. To install the ASUS Q-Connector: Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to know the detailed pin definitions, and then match them to their respective front panel cable labels.

  • Page 61: Onboard Leds

    DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-43...

  • Page 62: Starting Up For The First Time

    2.10 Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 63: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. 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.

  • Page 64: Asus Update Utility

    3.2.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: ® • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet •...

  • Page 65: Updating Bios Through Bios File

    Auto Select. Click Next. Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file...

  • Page 66: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 67: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 68: Asus Bios Updater

    3.2.4 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 69 ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.00b [09/06/22] FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: P7H55D-M EVO BOARD: Unknown VER: 0115 VER: Unknown DATE: 10/28/2009 DATE: Unknown PATH: BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS P7H55D-M EVO...
  • Page 70 D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.00b [09/06/22] FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: Unknown BOARD: P7H55D-M EVO VER: Unknown VER: 0115 DATE: 10/28/2009 DATE: Unknown PATH: P7H55DME.ROM...

  • Page 71: Bios Setup Program

    For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tools For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P7H55D-M EVO...

  • Page 72: Navigation Keys

    3.3.3 Navigation keys 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. The navigation keys may differ from one screen to another. 3.3.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu.

  • Page 73: Main Menu

    The BIOS automatically detects the values of 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 SATA device is installed in the system. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-11...
  • Page 74 Type [Auto] Allows you to select the type of device installed. [Not Installed] Select this option if no device is installed. [Auto] Allows automatic selection of the appropriate device type. [CDROM] Select this option if you are specifically configuring a CD-ROM drive. [ARMD] Select [ARMD] (ATAPI Removable Media Device) if your device is either a ZIP, LS-120, or MO drive.

  • Page 75: Storage Configuration

    BIOS. [Disabled] Disables this function. IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) [35] Selects the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI devices from the following options: [0] [5] [10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-13...

  • Page 76: Ahci Configuration

    3.4.3 AHCI Configuration This menu is the section for AHCI configuration. It appears only when you set the item Configure SATA as from the submenu of SATA Configuration to [AHCI]. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main AHCI Settings SATA Port1 [Not Detected] SATA Port2 [Not Detected] SATA Port3 [Not Detected] SATA Port4 [Not Detected]...

  • Page 77: Ai Tweaker Menu

    (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. The configuration options for the following sub-items vary depending on the CPU/DIMMs you install on the motherboard. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-15...
  • Page 78 D.O.C.P. D.O.C.P. • When using DIMMs with a frequncy higher than the Intel CPU spec, use this ASUS ® exclusive DRAM O.C. Profile function to overclock the DRAM. • Adjust BCLK frequency to obtain a better performance after applying the D.O.C.P function.

  • Page 79: Xtreme Phase Full Power Mode

    1st Information: 7-7-7-20-4-60-8-5-20 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items: DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] [4 DRAM Clock] – [10 DRAM Clock] [11 DRAM Clock] ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-17...
  • Page 80 DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] [4 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] [4 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# ACT Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] [4 DRAM Clock] –...

  • Page 81: Cpu Differential Amplitude

    Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 2.2V with a 0.02V interval. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-19...

  • Page 82: Cpu Pll Voltage

    3.5.16 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU PLL voltage. The values range from 1.8V to 2.2V with a 0.02V interval. 3.5.17 PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. The values range from 1.05V to 2.0V with a 0.01V interval.

  • Page 83: Advanced Menu

    Execute-Disable Bit Capability [Enabled] Intel(R) HT Technology [Enabled] Active Processor Cores [All] A20M [Disabled] Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled] Intel(R) TurboMode Tech [Enabled] Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Enabled] C State package limit setting [Auto] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-21...
  • Page 84 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. C1E Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function.

  • Page 85: Uncore Configuration

    [Maximum DVMT] Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] [Disabled] Do not allow remapping of memory. [Enabled] Allows for the segment of system memory that was previously overwritten by PCI devices to be remapped above the total physical memory. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-23...
  • Page 86 Initate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PCI/iGPU] [PCI/PEG] [PEG/iGPU] [PEG/PCI] iGPU Graphics Mode Select [Enabled, 32MB] Allows you to select the amount of memory used by the integrated GPU. Configuration options: [Enabled, 32MB] [Enabled, 64MB] [Enabled, 128MB] iGPU Frequency [Auto] Allows you to adjust the integrated GPU frequency.

  • Page 87: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Enables the Realtek Gigabit LAN Boot ROM. [Disabled] Disables the LAN Boot ROM. Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Marvell Storage Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Marvell storage controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-25...

  • Page 88: Usb Configuration

    Serial Port1 Address [3F8/IRQ4] Allows you to select the Serial Port1 base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [3F8/IRQ4] [2F8/IRQ3] [3E8/IRQ4] [2E8/IRQ3] 3.6.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item and press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration...

  • Page 89: Pcipnp

    Plug and Play devices not required for boot. [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. 3.6.6 Intel VT-d [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. [Enabled] Enables the Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-27...

  • Page 90: Power Menu

    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 Power Boot Tools Exit Select the ACPI state Suspend Mode [Auto]...

  • Page 91: Apm Configuration

    Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Space Bar] Allows you to turn on the system by pressing the Space Bar key on the PS/2 keyboard. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-29...

  • Page 92: Hardware Monitor

    [Ctrl-Esc] Allows you to turn on the system by pressing the Ctrl key and Esc key of the PS/2 keyboard. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. [Power Key] Allows you to turn on the system by pressing the Power key on the PS/2 keyboard.
  • Page 93 Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignored if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-31...

  • Page 94: Boot Menu

    Configuration options: [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: - Press <F5>...

  • Page 95: Boot Settings Configuration

    Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence.

  • Page 96: Security

    3.8.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item and press <Enter> to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Not Installed <Enter>...
  • Page 97 Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] [Setup] BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. [Always] BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-35...

  • Page 98: Tools Menu

    <Enter> to display the submenu. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS O.C. Profile AI NET 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Express Gate [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Reset User Data [No] Select Screen ←→ Select Item ↑↓...

  • Page 99: Ai Net 2

    Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] [Disabled] BIOS will not check the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). [Enabled] BIOS checks the Realtek LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-37...

  • Page 100: Asus Ez Flash 2

    3.9.3 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. For more details, refer to section 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility.

  • Page 101: Exit Menu

    When you select this option or if you press <F5>, a confirmation window appears. Select Ok to load default values. Select Exit & Save Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-39...
  • Page 102 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 103: Chapter 4: 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. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive.

  • Page 104: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. ® Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.

  • Page 105: Software Information

    Launching PC Probe II Install PC Probe II from the motherboard support DVD. Launch PC Probe II by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears.

  • Page 106: Asus Ai Suite

    Launching AI Suite Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. Launch AI Suite by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx. xx. The AI Suite main window appears. The AI Suite icon appears in the Windows notification area.

  • Page 107: Asus Fan Xpert

    4.3.3 ASUS Fan Xpert Asus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures and your PC’s system loading. The various fan profiles offer flexible controls of fan speeds to achieve a quiet and cool system environment.

  • Page 108: Asus Turbov

    4.3.4 ASUS TurboV ASUS TurboV allows you to easily overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS, and set up the best O.C. settings for different scenarios. Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable.

  • Page 109: Asus Gpu Boost

    DVD. • For system stability, all changes made in ASUS GPU Boost will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts.

  • Page 110: Asus Turbo Key

    4.3.6 ASUS Turbo Key ASUS Turbo Key allows the user 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! Launching ASUS Turbo Key Install ASUS Turbo Key from the motherboard support DVD.

  • Page 111: Asus Epu

    4.3.7 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in real-time. With auto phase switching for components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking.

  • Page 112: Asus Express Gate

    4.3.8 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet, Skype, and viewing your pictures. Within a few seconds of powering on your computer, you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate applications.

  • Page 113: Audio Configurations

    Device advanced Configuration settings option tabs Connector settings Analog and digital Control connector settings status window Information button Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Exit button Configuration options Minimize button Control settings window Information button ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 4-11...
  • Page 114 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 115: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +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 +49-1805-010923 Support Fax...

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