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Disclaimer:Disclaimer:
Specifications and information contained in this guide are furnished for informational
use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed as a
commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions
that may appear in this guide.
With respect to the contents of this guide, ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind,
either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or
conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall
ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special,
incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for loss of profits, loss of
business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been
advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the guide
or product.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY
The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic
substance controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations
passed by the California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in
California, USA, please follow the related regulations in advance.
“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate”
To enable Multi-Streaming function, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front
panel audio header. After restarting your computer, you will find “VIA HD Audio Deck” tool on
your system. Please follow below instructions according to the OS you install.
For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS:
Please click “VIA HD Audio Deck” icon. Click “Jack” and then click “Configuration”. In
“Configuration” screen, please check the item “Independent Headphone”.
For Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS:
Please click “VIA HD Audio Deck” icon. Click “Advanced Options” on the right side on the
bottom. In “Advanced Options” screen, please check the item “Independent Headphone”.
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1. Introduction1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1. Introduction1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock H55M motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent
performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and
endurance.
This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of the motherboard a nd step-by-ste p
installation guide. More detailed information of the motherboard can be f ound in the user
manual presented in the Support CD.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might
be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without
notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated
version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You
may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website
as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit
our website for specific information about the model you are using.
www.asrock.com/support/index.asp
1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents
1.1 Package Contents
1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents
ASRock H55M Motherboard
(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.8-in, 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm)
ASRock H55M Quick Installation Guide
ASRock H55M Support CD
2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
1 x I/O Panel Shield
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SpecificationsSpecifications
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SpecificationsSpecifications
Platform- Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.8-in, 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm
Graphics ** Requires a Processor with Intel® Graphics Technology
- Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator HD
- Pixel Shader 4.0, DirectX 10
- Max. shared memory 1759MB (see CAUTION 7)
- Three VGA Output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI
(see CAUTION 8)
- Supports HDMI 1.3a Technology with max. resolution up to
1920x1200
- Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz
- Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048x1536 @
75Hz
- Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and
HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI 1.3a
(Compliant HDMI monitor is required) (see CAUTION 9)
- Supports HDCP function with DVI and HDMI ports
- Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback
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Audio- 7.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1718S Audio Codec)
LAN- PCIE x1 Giga bit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s
- Realtek RTL81 11DL
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
Rear Panel I/OI/O Panel
- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 1 x VGA/D-Sub Port
- 1 x VGA/DVI-D Port
- 1 x HDMI Port
- 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port
- 4 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
- 2 x Powered eSATAII/USB Connectors
- 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED
LED)
- HD Audio Jack: Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/Line in/Front
Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 10)
Connector- 4 x SATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and “Hot
Plug” functions (see CAUTION 11)
- 1 x IR header
- 1 x Print Port header
- 1 x COM port header
- 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header
- 1 x TPM header
- 1 x Chassis Intrusion header
- CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector
- 24 pin ATX power connector
- 8 pin 12V power connector
- Front panel audio connector
- 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports)
(see CAUTION 12)
BIOS Feature- 16Mb AMI Legal BIOS
- Supports “Plug and Play”
- ACPI 1.1 Compli ance Wake Up Events
- Supports jumperfree
- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
- CPU, CPU GFX, VCCM, SB, VTT, PCH PLL V oltage
Multi-adjustment
- Supports I. O. T. (Intelligent Overclocking Technology)
- Supports Smart BIOS
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Support CD- Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version),
ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative
Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version)
Unique Feature- ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 13)
- Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 14)
- Instant Boot
- ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 15)
- ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 16)
- Hybrid Booster:
- CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 17)
- ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 18)
- Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.)
- Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.) (see CAUTION 19)
- Good Night LED
Hardware- CPU Temperature Sensing
Monitor- Chassis Temperature Sensing
- CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer
- CPU Quiet Fan
- CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control
- CASE OPEN detection
- Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore
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Certifications- FCC, CE, WHQL
- EuP Ready (EuP ready power supply is required)
(see CAUTION 20)
* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com
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WARNING
Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting
the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the thirdparty overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even
cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at
your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by
overclocking.
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CAUTION!
1. Intel® CoreTM i3 and Pentium® G6950 processors do not support Intel
Turbo Boost Technology.
2. About the setting of “Hyper Threading Technology”, please che ck page 44
of “User Manual” in the support CD.
3. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read
“Untied Overclocking Technology” on page 27 for details.
4. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology . Before you
implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to read the
installation guide of memory modules on page 15 for proper installation.
5. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be
less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows® 7 /
VistaTM / XP. For Windows® OS with 64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation.
6. For those CPU that only support up to DDR3 1333, the XMP DDR3 1600
is supported through overclocking.
7. The maximum shared memory size is defined by the chipset vendor and
is subject to change. Please check Intel® website for the latest information.
8. You can choose to use two of the three monitors only. D-Sub, DVI-D and
HDMI monitors cannot be enabled at the same time. Besides, with the DVIto-HDMI adapter, the DVI-D port can support the same features as HDMI
port.
9. xvYCC and Deep Color are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7.
Deep Color mode will be enabled only if the display supports 12bpc in
EDID. HBR is supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit /
VistaTM.
10. For microphone input, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono
modes. For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel,
6-channel, and 8-channel modes. Please check the table on page 3 for
proper connection.
11. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the
“SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide” on page 31 of “User M a nual” in the support
CD to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to SATAII mode. You can also
connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connector directly.
12. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft® Windows® 7
64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2.
13. It is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to surveil
your system by hardware monitor function and overclock your hardware
devices to get the best system performance under Windows® environment.
Please visit our website for the operation procedures of ASRock OC
Tuner.
ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/OCTuner/index.htm
14. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design,
Intelligent Energy Saver is a revolutionary technology that delivers
unparalleled power savings. In other words, it is able to provide exceptional
power saving and improve power efficiency without sacrificing computing
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performance. Please visit our website for the operation procedures of
Intelligent Energy Saver.
ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/feature/IES/index.html
15. ASRock Instant Flash is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM.
This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to update system BIOS
without entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows®. With
this utility, you can press <F6> key during the POST or press <F2> key to
BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this tool
and save the new BIOS file to your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard
drive, then you can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility. Please
be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file
system.
16. The software name itself – OC DNA literally tells you what it is capable of.
OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by ASRock, provides a convenient way for the user to record the OC settings and share with others. It
helps you to save your overclocking record under the operating system
and simplifies the complicated recording process of overclocking settings.
With OC DNA, you can save your OC settings as a profile and share with
your friends! Your friends then can load the OC profile to their own system
to get the same OC settings as yours! Please be noticed that the OC
profile can only be shared and worked on the same motherboard.
17. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recommended
to perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU
bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the
CPU.
18. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the
motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it
back again. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal
grease between the CPU a nd the he atsink when you install the PC syste m.
19. Combo Cooler Option (C.C.O.) provides the flexible option to adopt two
different CPU cooler types, Socket LGA 775 and LGA 1156. Please be
noticed that not all the 775 CPU Fan can be used.
20. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by
European Union to define the power consumption for the completed system.
According to EuP, the total AC power of the completed system shall be
under 1.00W in off mode condition. To meet EuP standard, an EuP ready
motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are required. According to
Intel’s suggestion, the EuP ready power supply must meet the standard of
5v standby power efficiency is higher than 50% under 100 mA current
consumption. For EuP ready power supply selection, we recommend you
checking with the power supply manufacturer for more details.
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Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static
electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet
or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch
a safety grounded object before you handle components.
3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded
antstatic pad or in the bag that comes with the component.
5. When placing screws into the screw holes to secure the
motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the
screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
2.12.1
CPU InstallationCPU Installation
2.1
CPU Installation
2.12.1
CPU InstallationCPU Installation
For the installation of Intel 1156-Pin CPU,
please follow the steps below.
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1156-Pin Socket Overview
Before you insert the 1156-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if
the CPU surface is unclean or if there is any bent pin on the socket.
Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is
found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.
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Step 1. Open the socket:
Step 1-1. Disengaging the lever by depressing
down and out on the hook to clear retention tab.
Step 1-2. Rotate the load lever to fully open posi-
tion at approxi mately 135 degrees .
Step 1-3. Rotate the load plate to fully open posi-
tion at approxi mately 100 degrees .
Step 2. Remove PnP Cap (Pick a nd Pla ce Cap).
1. It is recommended to use the cap tab to handle and avoid kicking
off the PnP cap.
2. This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after
service.
Step 3. Insert the 1 156-Pin CPU:
Step 3-1. Hold the CPU by the edges where are
marked with black lines.
black line
Step 3-2. Orient the CPU with IHS (Integrated Heat
Sink) up. Locate Pin1 and the two orientation key notches.
orientation key notch
Pin1
orientation key notch
1156-Pin CPU
For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key
notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of the socket.
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Step 3-3. Carefully pla ce the CPU into the socket
by using a purely vertical motion.
Step 3-4. Verify that the CPU is within the socket
and properly mated to the orient keys.
Step 4. Close the socket:
Step 4-1. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS.
Step 4-2. While pressing down lightly on load
plate, engage the load lever.
Step 4-3. Secure load lever with load plate tab
under retention tab of load lever.
2.22.2
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.2
Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.22.2
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
For proper installation, plea se kindly refer to the instruction ma nuals of your CPU fan a nd
heatsink.
Below is an example to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for 1156-Pin CPU.
Step 1. Apply thermal interface material onto center of
IHS on the socket surface.
Step 2. Place the heatsink onto the socket. Ensure
fan cables are oriented on side closest to the
CPU fan connector on the motherboard
(CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 3).
Step 3. Align fasteners with the motherboard
throughholes.
Step 4. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down
on fastener caps with thumb to install and lock.
Repeat with remaining fasteners.
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the heatsink cannot be secured on the motherboard.
Step 5. Connect fan header with the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.
Step 6. Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to ensure cable does not interfere with
fan operation or contact other components.
Please be noticed that this motherboard supports Combo Cooler
Option (C.C.O.), which provides the flexible option to adopt two
different CPU cooler types, Socket LGA
775 and LGA 1156. The white throughholes
are for Socket LGA 1156 CPU fan.
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2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
H55M motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots,
and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you
always need to install two identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type)
memory modules in the DD R3 DIMM slots to a ctivate Dual Cha nnel Memory Technology .
Otherwise, it will operate at single channel mode.
1. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into
DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
2. If you install only one memory module or two non-identical memory
modules, it is unable to a ctivate the Dual Cha nnel Memory Technology .
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or
removing DIMMs or the system components.
Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward.
Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matche s the brea k
on the slot.
The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent
damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the
slot at incorrect orientation.
Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends fully
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
There are 1 PCI slot and 3 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.
PCI slot: PCI slot is used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE slots:
PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot; Blue) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width
graphics cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to
support CrossFireXTM function.
PCIE2 (PCIE x1 slot; White) is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane
width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
PCIE3 (PCIE x16 slot; White) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width
cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to support
CrossFireXTM function.
1. In single VGA card mode, it is recommended to install a PCI Express
x16 graphics card on PCIE1 slot.
2. In CrossFireXTM mode, please install PCI Express x16 graphics cards
on PCIE1 and PCIE3 slots. Therefore, PCIE1 slot will work at x16
bandwidth while PCIE3 slot will work at x4 bandwidth.
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Step 1.Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2.Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in
a chassis).
Step 3.Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the
screws for later use.
Step 4.Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 5.Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
Step 6.Replace the system cover.
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This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM feature.
CrossFireXTM technology offers the most advantageous means available of combining
multiple high performance Graphics Processing Units (GPU) in a single PC. Combining
a range of different operating modes with intelligent software design and an innovative
interconnect mechanism, CrossFireXTM enables the highest possible level of
performance and image quality in any 3D application. Currently CrossFireXTM feature
is supported with Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 / VistaTM / 7 OS. Quad
CrossFireX
check AMD website for ATITM CrossFireXTM driver updates.
1. If a customer incorrectly configures their system they will not see the
performance benefits of CrossFireXTM. All three CrossFireXTM components, a
CrossFireXTM Ready graphics card, a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard and a
CrossFireXTM Edition co-processor graphics card, must be installed correctly to
benefit from the CrossFireXTM multi-GPU platform.
2. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with a 16-pipe card, both cards
will operate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode.
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Different CrossFireXTM cards may require different methods to enable CrossFireX
feature. In below procedures, we use Radeon HD 3870 as the example graphics card.
For other CrossFireXTM cards that ATITM has released or will release in the future, please
refer to ATITM graphics card manuals for detailed installation guide.
Step 1. I n sert one Radeon graphics card into PCIE1 slot and the other Radeon
graphics card to PCIE3 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated
on the slots.
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Step 2. Connect two Radeon graphics cards by installing CrossFire Bridge on
CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the top of Radeon graphics cards.
(CrossFire Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not
bundled with this motherboard. Please refer to your graphics card vendor
for details.)
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Step 2. Connect the D VI monitor ca ble to the DVI connector on the Ra deon graphics
card on PCIE1 slot. (You may use the DVI to D-Sub adapter to convert the
DVI connector to D-Sub interface, and then connect the D-Sub monitor
cable to the DVI to D-Sub adapter.)
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2.5.2 Driver Installation and Setup
2.5.2 Driver Installation and Setup2.5.2 Driver Installation and Setup
Step 1. Power on your computer and boot into OS.
Step 2. Remove the ATITM driver if you have any VGA driver installed in your syste m.
The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. We recommend using this
utility to uninstall any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation.
Please check AMD website for ATITM driver updates.
Step 3. Install the required drivers to your system.
For Windows® XP OS:
A. ATITM recommends Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or higher to be
installed (If you have Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or higher installed
in your system, there is no need to download it again):
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/default.mspx
B. You must have Microsoft .NET Framework installed prior to
downloading and installing the CATALYST Control Center. Please
check Microsoft website for details.
For Windows® VistaTM OS:
Install the CA TALYST Control Center. Please check AMD website f or details.
Step 4. Restart your computer.
Step 5. Install the VGA card drivers to your system, and restart your computer.
Then you will find “ATI Catalyst Control Center” on your Windows® taskbar.
ATI Catalyst Control Center
Step 6. Double-click “ATI Catalyst Control Center”. Click “View”, select
“CrossFireXTM”, and then check the item “Enable CrossFireXTM”. Select the
option according to the total GPU number on the Radeon graphics cards.
Click “Apply”.
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Although you have selected the option “Enable CrossFireTM”, the CrossFireX
function may not work actually. Your computer will automatically reboot. After
restarting your computer, please confirm whether the option “Enable CrossFireTM”
in “ATI Catalyst Control Center” is selected or not; if not, please select it again,
and then you are able to enjoy the benefit of CrossFireX
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feature.
* CrossFireXTM appearing here is a registered trademark of ATITM Technologies Inc., and is
used only for identification or explanation and to the owners’ benefit, without intent to infringe.
* For further information of ATITM CrossFireXTM technology, please check AMD website for
updates and details.
This motherboard supports Surround Display upgrade. With the extern al add-on PCI
Express V GA cards, you can easily enjoy the benefits of Surround Display feature. For
the detailed instruction, plea se refer to the document at the f ollowing path in the
Support CD:
..\ Surround Display Information
2.7 Jumpers Setup2.7 Jumpers Setup
2.7 Jumpers Setup
2.7 Jumpers Setup2.7 Jumpers Setup
The illustration shows how jumpers are
setup. When the jumper cap is placed on
pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap
is placed on pins, the jumper is “Open”. The
illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1
and pin2 are “Short” when jumper cap is
placed on these 2 pins.
JumperSettingDescription
PS2_USB_PWR1Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.2 No. 2)+5VSB (standby) for PS/2
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher sta ndby current provided by power
supply.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRCMOS1)
(see p.2 No. 18)
Clear CMOSDefault
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or USB wake up events.
Note: CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes
system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system
setup parameters. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup,
please turn of f the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply.
After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper ca p to short pin2 and pin3 on CLRCMOS1
for 5 seconds. However , please do not clear the CMOS right after you update the
BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you
must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do the clearCMOS action.
If you clear the CMOS, the case open may be detected. Please adjust
the BIOS option “Clear Status” to clear the record of previous chassis
intrusion status.
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2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place
jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps
over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the
motherboard!
Serial A T AII ConnectorsThese four Serial A T AII (SAT AII)
(SAT AII_1: see p.2, No. 9)connectors support SATA data
(SAT AII_2: see p.2, No. 8)cables for internal storage
(SAT AII_3: see p.2, No. 10)devices. The current SATAII
(SAT AII_4: see p.2, No. 1 1)interface allows up to 3.0 Gb/s
data transfer rate.
SAT AII_4 SA TAII_2
SAT AII_3 SA TAII_1
Serial A TA (SATA)Either end of the SATA data cable
Data Cablecan be connected to the SATA /
(Optional)SATAII hard disk or the SATAII
connector on this motherboard.
USB 2.0 HeadersBesides four default USB 2.0
(9-pin USB10_11)ports on the I/O panel, there are
(see p.2 No. 17)three USB 2.0 headers on this
motherboard. Each USB 2.0
header can support two USB
2.0 ports.
(9-pin USB8_9)
(see p.2 No. 14)
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(9-pin USB6_7)
(see p.2 No. 15)
Print Port HeaderThis is an interface for print
(25-pin LPT1)port cable that allows
(see p.2 No. 24)convenient connection of printer
devices.
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TPM HeaderThis connector supports a
(19-pin TPM1)Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
(see p.2 No. 22)system, which can securely
store keys, digital certificates,
passwords, and data. A TPM
system also helps enhance
network security, protects
digital identities, and ensures
platform integrity.
Infrared Module HeaderThis header supports an optional
(5-pin IR1)wireless transmitting and
(see p.2 No. 23)receiving infrared module.
Chassis Intrusion HeaderThis motherboard supports
(2-pin CI1)CASE OPEN detection feature
(see p.2 No. 21)that detects if the chassis cover
has been removed. This feature
requires a chassis with chassis
intrusion detection design.
Front Panel Audio HeaderThis is an interface for front
(9-pin HD_AUDIO1)panel audio cable that allows
(see p.2 No. 31)convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on
the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the
instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system.
2. If you use AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio
header as below:
A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L.
B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L.
C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).
D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for HD audio panel only. You don’t
need to connect them for AC’97 audio panel.
E. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select
Chipset Configuration. Set the Front Panel Control option from
[Auto] to [Enabled].
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System Panel HeaderThis header accommodates
(9-pin PANEL1)several system front panel
(see p.2 No. 16)functions.
Chassis Speaker HeaderPlease connect the chassis
(4-pin SPEAKER 1)speaker to this header.
(see p.2 No. 19)
Chassis and Power Fan ConnectorsPlease connect the fan cables
(4-pin CHA_FAN1)to the fan connectors and
(see p.2 No. 20)match the black wire to the
ground pin.
(3-pin PWR_FAN1)
(see p.2 No. 4)
CPU Fan ConnectorPlease connect a CPU fan cable
(4-pin CPU_FAN1)to this connector and match
(see p.2 No. 3)the black wire to the ground pin.
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Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin
CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function.
If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this
motherboard, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
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ATX Power ConnectorPlease connect an ATX power
(24-pin ATXPW R1)supply to this connector.
(see p.2, No. 7)
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To use the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your
power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 13.
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ATX 12V Power ConnectorPlease connect an ATX 12V
(8-pin A TX12V1)power supply to this connector.
(see p.2 No. 1)
Though this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can still work
if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 12V power supply. To use the 4-pin ATX power
supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 5.
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Serial port HeaderThis COM1 header supports a
(9-pin COM1) serial port module.
(see p.2 No.25)
HDMI_SPDIF HeaderHDMI_SPDIF header, providing
(3-pin HDMI_SPDIF1)SPDIF audio output to HDMI V GA
(see p.2 No. 30)card, allows the system to
connect HDMI Digital TV/
projector/LCD devices. Please
connect the HDMI_SPDIF
connector of HDMI VGA card to
this header.
HDMI_SPDIF CablePlease connect the black end (A)
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HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI
VGA card.
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To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your optical
drive first. Then, the drivers compatible to your system can be auto-detected and
listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from up to bottom
side to install those required drivers. Therefore, the drivers you install can work
properly.
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If you want to install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit OS
on your SATA / SAT AII HDDs without RAID functions, please follow below procedures
according to the OS you install.
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If you want to install Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS on your SATA / SATAII HDDs
without RAID functions, please follow below steps.
Using SATA / SATAII HDDs without NCQ function
STEP 1: Set up BIOS.
A. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration.
B. Set the option “SATA Operation Mode” to [IDE].
STEP 2: Install Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS on your system.
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A. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration.
B. Set the option “SATA Operation Mode” to [IDE].
STEP 2: Install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your
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STEP 1: Set Up BIOS.
A. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration.
B. Set the option “SATA Operation Mode” to [AHCI].
STEP 2: Install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your
system.
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This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during
overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Before you
enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter “Overclock Mode” option of BIOS
setup to set the selection from [Auto] to [Manual]. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied
during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can
operate under a more stable overclocking environment.
Please refer to the warning on page 8 for the possible overclocking risk
before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology.
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3. BIOS Information
3. BIOS Information3. BIOS Information
The Flash Memory on the motherboard stores BIOS Setup Utility. When you start up
the computer, please press <F2> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter
BIOS Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to
enter BIOS Setup after POST, please restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> +
<Delete>, or pressing the reset button on the system chassis. The BIOS Setup
program is designed to be user-friendly. It is a menu-driven program, which allows
you to scroll through its various sub-menus and to select among the predetermined
choices. For the detailed information about BIOS Setup, please refer to the User
Manual (PDF file) contained in the Support CD.
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This motherboard supports various Microsoft® Windows® operating systems: 7 /
7 64-bit / VistaTM / Vista
motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that will enhance
motherboard features. To begin using the Support CD, insert the CD into your CDROM drive. It will display the Main Menu automatically if “AUTORUN” is enabled in
your computer. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and doubleclick on the file “ASSETUP.EXE” from the BIN folder in the Support CD to display the
menus.
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1. Einführung1. Einführung
Wir danken Ihnen für den Kauf des ASRock H55M Motherboard, ein zuverlässiges
Produkt, welches unter den ständigen, strengen Qualitätskontrollen von ASRock
gefertigt wurde. Es bietet Ihnen exzellente Leistung und robustes Design, gemäß der
Verpflichtung von ASRock zu Qualität und Halbarkeit. Diese
Schnellinstallationsanleitung führt in das Motherboard und die schrittweise Installation ein. Details über das Motherboard finden Sie in der Bedienungsanleitung auf der
Support-CD.
Da sich Motherboard-Spezifikationen und BIOS-Software verändern
können, kann der Inhalt dieses Handbuches ebenfalls jederzeit geändert
werden. Für den Fall, dass sich Änderungen an diesem Handbuch
ergeben, wird eine neue Version auf der ASRock-Website, ohne weitere
Ankündigung, verfügbar sein. Die neuesten Grafikkarten und unterstützten
CPUs sind auch auf der ASRock-Website aufgelistet.
ASRock-Website: http://www.asrock.com
Wenn Sie technische Unterstützung zu Ihrem Motherboard oder spezifische
Informationen zu Ihrem Modell benötigen, besuchen Sie bitte unsere
Webseite:
www.asrock.com/support/index.asp
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ASRock H55M Motherboard
(Micro ATX-Formfaktor: 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm; 9.6 Zoll x 8.8 Zoll)
ASRock H55M Schnellinstallationsanleitung
ASRock H55M Support-CD
Zwei Serial ATA (SATA) -Datenkabel (optional)
Ein I/O Shield
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Plattform- Micro ATX-Formfaktor: 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm; 9.6 Zoll x 8.8 Zoll