Zotac H55 User Manual

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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. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions
contained in this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio and television communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

- REORIENT OR RELOCATE THE RECEIVING ANTENNA

- INCREASE THE SEPARATION BETWEEN THE EQUIPMENT AND THE RECEIVER

- CONNECT THE EQUIPMENT INTO AN OUTLET ON A CIRCUIT DIFFERENT FROM
THAT OF THE RECEIVER

- CONSULT THE DEALER OR AN EXPERIENCED AUDIO/TELEVISION TECHNICIAN

NOTE:

Connecting this device to peripheral devices that do not comply with Class B requirements, or
using an unshielded peripheral data cable, could also result in harmful interference to radio or
television reception.

The user is cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

To ensure that the use of this product does not contribute to interference, it is necessary to use
shielded I/O cables.

Copyright

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reproduced by any means.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, no responsibility for
errors or omissions is assumed. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the
use of the information contained herein.

Trademarks

All brand names, logos and registered trademarks mentioned are property of their respective
owners.

Electronic Emission Notices

WARNING!

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Intel H55 series Motherboard

Table of Contents

Motherboard Specications ------------------------------------------------------------------- 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

Connecting Cables and Setting Switches ------------------------------------------------ 12

24-pin ATX Power Connector ---------------------------------------------------------- 13
4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector ----------------------------------------------------- 13
SPDIF-Out Header (optional) ---------------------------------------------------------- 14
COM Header (optional) ------------------------------------------------------------------ 14
Front Panel Header ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
USB Headers ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Front Pannel Audio Header ------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Speaker Header --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors --------------------------------------------------------- 16
Fan Connectors ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Expansion Slots ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Jumper Settings --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17

Conguring the BIOS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18

Enter BIOS Setup ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 18
Main Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Advanced Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19

PC Health Monitor ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19

USB Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 19
CPU Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 19
IDE Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
AHCI Conguration ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Intel TXT(LT) Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Intel VT-d Conguration------------------------------------------------------------------ 21
ACPI Conguration ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 21

PCIPnP -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21

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Security -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21

Boot Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22

Boot Setting Conguration -------------------------------------------------------------- 22

Chipset Menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23

North Bridge Conguration-------------------------------------------------------------- 23
South Bridge Conguration ------------------------------------------------------------- 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
Load Failsafe Defaults ------------------------------------------------------------------- 24

Flash Update Procedure -------------------------------------------------------------------- 25

Installing Drivers and Software -------------------------------------------------------------- 26

Driver Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 26
Realtek HD Audio Driver Setup ------------------------------------------------------------ 33

Getting Started ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33
Sound Effect -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33
Mixer ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 35
Audio I/O ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 37
Microphone --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 41
3D Audio Demo ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 42
Information --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 42

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Intel H55 series Motherboard

Motherboard Specications

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® CoreTM i3/CoreTM i5/CoreTM i7 (8xx series)

processors

q Operating systems

v Supports Windows XP 32bit/64bit, Windows Vista 32bit/64bit and Windows 7

32bit/64bit

q System Memory

v Supports dual-channel (128 bits wide) DDRIII memory interface

v Supports DDRIII 1333/1066

v Maximum memory size: 8 GB

q USB 2.0 ports

v Supports hot plug and play

v Twelve USB 2.0 ports (six on the back panel, six via the USB brackets

connected to the internal USB headers)

v Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate

q Onboard Serial ATA ports

v Independent DMA operation on ve ports (optional)

v Data transfer rates of 3.0 Gb/s

q eSATA Port

v One eSATA port on backpanel

v Supports hot plug and play

v Provide a link for 3.0 Gb/s data speed

q Onboard Lan (RTL8111 series)

v PCI Express base specication 1.0a compliant

v Compliant to 802.3x ow control support

v 10/100/1000 IEEE 802.3 compliant

v Wake On LAN (WOL) power management support

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Motherboard Specications

q Audio

v 6/8 channel High Denition 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

v DX10 and OpenGL 2.0 are supported

v 3D Graphics Rendering Enhancements

v Up to 2048x1536@75 Hz refresh

v HDMI/DVI/VGA port output support (DVI-VGA adaptor bundled in some model)

q PCI Express Interface

v Supports PCI Express 2.0

v Provide 16 GB/s bandwidth for platform graphics

v Wake up function is supported

v Clock spread spectrum capability

q Expansion slots

v One PCI express x16 slot

v Two PCI express x1 slots

v One PCI slot

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Motherboard Layout

Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors.

Figure 1. Board Layout

1. 24-pin ATX Power Connector-PW1

2. Chipset

3. Speaker Header-SPK1

4. Front Panel Header-FP1

5. Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors(SATA1~5)

6. USB Headers (FP_U1~FP_U3)

7. SPDIF-Out Header-CN6 (optional)

8. COM Header_CN4 (optional)

9. PCI Slot-PCI1

10. PCI Express x1 Slots-PCIE2~3

11. Front Pannel Audio Header-FP_S1

12. Clear CMOS Jumper-JP1

13. SYS Fan Connector-SYSFAN1

14. PCI Express x16 Slot-PCIE1

15. Backpanel Connectors

16. 4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector-PW2

17. CPU Socket

18. SYS Fan Connector-SYSFAN2

19. CPU Fan Connector_CPUFAN1

20. DDRIII DIMM Sockets-DDRIII1~2

Figure 1

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Rear panel

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Figure 2. Backpanel connectors

1. PS/2 Keyboard Port

3. HDMI Port (optional)

5. DVI Port

2. USB Connectors

4. SPDIF Connectors (optional)

6. eSATA Port

8. LAN Connector

Lan Port with LEDs to indicate status.

· Yellow/Light Up/Blink = 10 Mbps/Link/Activity

· Yellow and Green/Light Up/Blink = 100 Mbps/link/Activity

· Yellow and Orange/Light Up/Blink = 1000 Mbps/link/Activity

9. VGA Port

7. Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel

Blue Line-In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Mic In Mic In Center/Subwoofer

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Port 2-Channel 4-Channel 6-Channel 8-Channel

Blue Line-In Line-In Line-In Line-In

Green Line-Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In

Orange -- -- Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

Black -- Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Grey -- -- -- Side Speaker Out

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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

q Connecting cables and setting switches

Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precau­tions.

Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main
source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis.

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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. Hold the processor only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the
processor.
The following illustration shows CPU installtaion components

1. Unhook the socket lever by pushing down and away
from the socket.

2. Lift the socket lever and the load plate to fully open
position.

3. Use your thumb and forenger to lift the cap up

vertically.

● Be careful not to touch the socket contacts.

4. Hold the processor with your thumb and forenger.

Insert the processor into the socket vertically.

● Align the CPU pin 1 mark with the pin 1 corner of

the CPU socket.

5. Make sure the CPU is fully seated, and then replace
the load plate.

● Be sure that the front end of the load plate is

under the shoulder screw.

6. Secure the load lever to its locked location.

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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. These slots
support 1 GB/2 GB/4 GB DDR3 technologies. They also support dual channel DDR3
memory technology up to 10.7 GB/s. There must be at least one memory bank popu­lated to ensure normal operation. Refer to the following recommendations to install
memory DIMMs.
q One DIMM: Install it into slot 1 or 2. You can install the DIMM into any slot,
however, slot 1 is preferred.
q Two DIMMs: Install them into slot 1 and slot 2.

Refer to the following procedure to install memory DIMMs into the slots on the
motherboard. Note that there is only one gap near the center of the DIMM slot. This
slot matches the slot on the memory DIMM to ensure the component is installed
properly.

1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips outward.

2. Align the memory module to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into
the DIMM slot. The plastic clips at both sides of the DIMM slot automatically lock
the DIMM into the connector.

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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. It is normally

easier to secure the motherboard rst.

Use the following procedure to install the I/O shield and secure the motherboard into
the chassis.

Note: Be sure that the CPU fan assembly has enough clearance for the chassis
covers to lock into place and for the expansion cards. Also make sure the
CPU Fan assembly is aligned with the vents on the covers.

Installing the I/O Shield

The motherboard kit comes with an I/O shield that is used to block radio frequency

transmissions, protects internal components from dust and foreign objects, and pro­motes correct airow within the chassis.

Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of the chassis.

Press the I/O shield into place and make sure it ts securely. If the I/O shield does not
t into the chassis, you would need to obtain the proper size from the chassis supplier.

Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis

Most computer chassis have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the
motherboard to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are
studs that do not align with a mounting hole on the motherboard, it is recommended
that you remove that stud to prevent the possibility of a short circuit. In most cases, it
is recommended to secure the motherboard with spacers.

1. Carefully place the motherboard onto the studs/spacers located inside the chassis.

2. Align the mounting holes with the studs/spacers.

3. Align the connectors to the I/O shield.

4. Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to the fan
assembly instruction.

5. Secure the motherboard with screws.

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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)
v Front Panel Header-FP1
v USB Header (FP_U1~FP_U2)
v Front Pannel Audio Header-FP_S1
v Speaker Header-SPK1
q Serial-ATA (SATA) Connectors (SATA1~6)
q Fan Connectors
q Expansion Slots
q CMOS Jumper Settings

See Figure 1 to locate the connectors and jumpers referenced in the following
procedure.

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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 Denition

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 +3.3V 13 +3.3V

2 +3.3V 14 -12V

3 GND 15 GND

4 +5V 16 PS_ON

5 GND 17 GND

6 +5V 18 GND

7 GND 19 GND

8 PWROK 20 -5V

9 +5V_AUX 21 +5V

10 +12V 22 +5V

11 +12V 23 +5V

12 +3.3V 24 GND

4-pin ATX_12V Power Connector-PW2

PW2, the 4-pin ATX 12V power connector, is used to provide power to the CPU. Align

the pins to the connector and press rmly until seated.

PW2-Pin Denition

Pin Signal

1 GND

2 GND

3 +12V

4 +12V

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