MotherboardP7H55D-M EVO
xConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Typog
4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Launching ASUS TurboV1. Install the ASUS TurboV utility from the motherboard support DVD.2. Click Start >
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 4-7Chapter 44.3.5 ASUS GPU BoostASUS GPU Boost allows you to overclock the integrated GPU voltage and integrated GPU frequency in W
4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 ASUS Turbo KeyASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking b
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 4-9Chapter 44.3.7 ASUS EPUASUS EPU is an energy-efcient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution. It detec
4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.8 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Int
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 4-11Chapter 44.3.9 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio ex
4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4
xiP7H55D-M EVO specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Pentium® Processors
xii(continued on the next page)P7H55D-M EVO specications summaryASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features - TurboV - Turbo Key
xiii*Specications are subject to change without notice.P7H55D-M EVO specications summaryBack panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x Opt
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ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 1-1Chapter 1Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P7H55D-M EVO motherboard!The motherb
1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsIntel® LGA1156 Lynneld / Clarkdale Processor ReadyThis moth
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 1-3Chapter 11.3.2 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking FeaturesTurboVFeel the adrenaline rush of real-time O.C. – now a reality with the ASU
1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3.5 ASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionsASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the o
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-1Chapter 22.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any mo
iiE5020First Edition (V1) December 2009Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and s
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and inte
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-3Chapter 22.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)2-332. LGA11
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.3 Placement directionWhen installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in th
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-5Chapter 22.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1156 socket designed for the Intel® Cor
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow until the load plate is completely lifted.Load plate
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-7Chapter 26. Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensu
2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA1156 processor requires a specially designed heats
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-9Chapter 23. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan c
2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Me
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-11Chapter 22.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.•
iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capabilityVendor Part No. SizeSS/DSC
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-13Chapter 2P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability (cont.)Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Br
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P7H55D-M EVO Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability (cont.)Vendor Part No. Si
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-15Chapter 2• ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.• Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristi
2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4.4 Removing a DIMM1. Press the retaining clip outward to unlock the DIMM.2. Remove the DIMM from th
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-17Chapter 22.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the slot
2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for PCI devi
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-19Chapter 22.5.4 PCI slotThe PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PC
2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.6 JumperClear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CM
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-21Chapter 22.7 Onboard switchThe onboard switch allows you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. Th
ivContents2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots ... 2-192.5.6 PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot ...
2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.8 Connectors2.8.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 7. HDMI
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-23Chapter 2** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel congurationPortHeadset 2-channel4-channel 6-channel 8-channelLight Blue Line In Line In
2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Troubleshooting on monitor overscan / underscan problem1. Install Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver from
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-25Chapter 22.8.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo / 2.1-channel Speakers
2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-27Chapter 22.8.3 Internal connectorsDrive jumper setting Mode of device(s) Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select or Master -
2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. Intel® H55 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA 1-6 [blue])These connectors are for the Serial ATA signa
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-29Chapter 24. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a modul
2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 25. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78; USB910; USB1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the U
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-31Chapter 26. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin PWR_FAN)Connect the fan cables to the
v3.5.4 Intel(R) TurboMode Tech ...3-153.5.5 DRAM Frequency...
2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 27. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital I
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-33Chapter 29. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supp
2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-35Chapter 22.8.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables.To
2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.9 Onboard LEDs1. Standby Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED light
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 2-37Chapter 22.10 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure tha
2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-1Chapter 33.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device conguratio
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 ASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard B
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-3Chapter 33. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto Select. Click Next.4. From the FTP site
vi3.9 Tools menu ... 3-353.9.1 ASUS O.C. Prole ...
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a boot
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-5Chapter 33.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restor
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Booting the system in DOS environment1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-7Chapter 32. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key t
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart yo
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-9Chapter 33.3 BIOS setup programA BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modication. When you start up the computer, the s
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3.3 Navigation keysAt the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu.
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-11Chapter 33.4 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Type [Auto]Allows you to select the type of device installed.[Not Installed] Select this option if no device is in
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-13Chapter 33.4.2 Storage CongurationThe Storage Conguration menu allows you to congure your storage devices. Select an item th
viiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when cha
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-15Chapter 3DRAM O.C. Prole [DDR3-1600MHz]This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [D.O.C.P.] and allows
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.8 DRAM Frequency [Auto]Allows you to set the DDR3 operating frequency. The conguration options vary with the
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-17Chapter 3DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] [4 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] [15 DRAM Cl
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.11 CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto]Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability. Conguration option
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-19Chapter 33.5.16 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 in
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to ma
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-21Chapter 3CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use <+> an
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Active Processor Cores [All]Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Con
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-23Chapter 3Initate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI]Allows you to select which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Con
viiiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.3 Onboard Devices CongurationHDA Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller.[
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-25Chapter 33.6.4 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Select an item and press &l
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.5 PCIPnPThe PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.Plug And Play O/S
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-27Chapter 33.7 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Restore On AC Power Loss [Power Off][Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.[Power Off] T
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-29Chapter 33.7.7 Hardware MonitorCPU Temperature(PECI) / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]The onboard hardware monitor automatically d
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle [100%]Sets the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-31Chapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter>
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled][Disabled] When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-33Chapter 33.8.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item and press <E
ixAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis gui
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Change User PasswordSelect this item to set or change the user password. The User Password item on top of the scree
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-35Chapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Current CMOSRestore CMOSA:Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 3-37Chapter 33.9.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message appears. U
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 4-1Chapter 4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from th
4-2 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instruct
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you throu
4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily.Launching AI Suite1. In
ASUS P7H55D-M EVO 4-5Chapter 44.3.3 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambi
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