Asus F2A55 User Manual

Asus F2A55 User Manual

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  • Page 1 F2A55...
  • 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 Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii F2A55 specifications summary ................ix Package contents ...................... xii Chapter 1: Product introduction Special features .................... 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights ................1-1 1.1.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM ................1-1 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ............... 1-2 Before you proceed ..................
  • Page 4 Managing and updating your BIOS ............. 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ................ 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ................2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ............2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ............... 2-4 BIOS setup program ..................2-6 Main menu ....................2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English] ............
  • Page 5 2.7.11 Boot Option Priorities ..............2-29 2.7.12 Boot Override ................2-29 Tools menu ....................2-30 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ..............2-30 2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information ..............2-30 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ................. 2-30 Exit menu ....................2-31 Appendices Notices ........................
  • Page 6: 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 7: About This Guide

    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 8: 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 IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
  • Page 9: F2A55 Specifications Summary

    Dual-channel memory architecture • The maximum 64GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
  • Page 10 ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Network iControl* featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - MemOK! - ASUS AI Suite II - AI Charger+...
  • Page 11 F2A55 specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x Optical S/PDIF output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue)
  • Page 12: Package Contents

    USB78 USB910 USB1112 PANEL AAFP CLRTC SATA3G_5 SATA3G_6 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ASUS F2A55 motherboard cables 1 x I/O Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Engineered and tested to assure unmitigated performance, ASUS A55 boards with DIGI+ VRM remain efficient and accurate, for reliable application in every scenario.
  • Page 14: Asus Exclusive Features

    (PSU). AI Suite II With its user interface, ASUS AI Suite II integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. It allows you to configure the overclocking settings, adjust the frequencies and related voltages, remotely control the system via a mobile device, and other easy-to-use helpful utilities.
  • Page 15: Asus Mylogo2

    *** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions. 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.
  • Page 16: Before You Proceed

    Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
  • Page 17: Motherboard Overview

    Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis. F2A55 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 18: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout 22.4cm(8.8in) KBMS CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN ATX12V USB56 SPDIFO USB34 USB3_E12 MemOK! DRAM_LED LAN_USB12 CHA_FAN1 1042 AUDIO PCIEX1_1 F2A55 Realtek ® 8111F PCIEX16_1 Lithium Cell PCIEX1_2 CMOS Power ® PCI1 Super PCIEX16_2 64Mb PCI2 BIOS SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 PCI3...
  • Page 19: Layout Contents

    Ensure that you use a APU designed for the FM2 socket. The APU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the APU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the APU! F2A55 F2A55 CPU socket FM2 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 20: Apu Installation

    1.4.1 APU installation Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 21: Apu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    1.4.2 APU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the APU heatsink and APU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the APU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 22 To uninstall the APU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-10...
  • Page 23: System Memory

    DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 F2A55 Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 F2A55 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS F2A55 1-11...
  • Page 24: Memory Configurations

    • The maximum 64GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
  • Page 25 16GB ( 4GB x4 ) DS 1.65V • • • Kingston KHX1866C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) 1.65V • • • Kingston KHX1866C11D3P1K2/8G 8GB ( 4GB x 2) 1.5V • • • Kingston KHX1866C9D3K2/8GX(XMP) 8GB(4GBX2) 1.65V • • • ASUS F2A55 1-13...
  • Page 26 DDR3-1600 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 3CCD-1509 A-DATA AM2U16BC2P1 A-DATA • • • A EL1126T A-DATA AX3U1600XB2G79-2X(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 7-9-7-21 1.55V-1.75V • •...
  • Page 27 Corsair 9-9-9-24 - • • • 01136 Corsair CMX4GX3M1A1333C9 9-9-9-24 1.50V • • • Corsair CMD8GX3M4A1333C7 8GB(4 x 2GB) DS 7-7-7-20 1.60V • • • Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF Micron 9FF22D9KPT • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS F2A55 1-15...
  • Page 28 DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial CT25664BA1339.16FF DS Micron 9KF27D9KPT • • • Crucial BL25664BN1337.16FF (XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - 7-7-7-24 1.65V •...
  • Page 29 DS S-POWER 20YT3NG-1201 • • TAKEMS TMS2GB364D081-107EY DS - 7-7-7-20 1.5V • TAKEMS TMS2GB364D082-138EW DS - 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • • UMAX E41302GP0-73BDB DS UMAX U2S24D30TP-13 • • • WINTEC 3WVS31333-2G-CNR DS AMPO AM3420803-13H • • • ASUS F2A55 1-17...
  • Page 30 A2 and B2 for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-18...
  • Page 31: Installing A Dimm

    1.5.3 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM ASUS F2A55 1-19...
  • Page 32: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
  • Page 33: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    – – – – – SATA controller – – – shared – – – – Onboard USB1.0 controller – – shared – – – – – Onboard USB2.0 controller – shared – – – – – – ASUS F2A55 1-21...
  • Page 34: Jumpers

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) F2A55 Clear RTC RAM Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.
  • Page 35: Connectors

    8-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in the 8- channel audio configuration. ASUS F2A55 1-23...
  • Page 36 Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel 2-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime...
  • Page 37: Internal Connectors

    The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan and 4-pin chassis fan support the ASUS Fan Xpert+ feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 for better thermal environment.
  • Page 38 The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-26...
  • Page 39 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. PIN 1 F2A55 F2A55 Serial port (COM) connector The COM module is purchased separately. ASUS F2A55 1-27...
  • Page 40: System Panel Connector

    IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply F2A55 System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 41 F2A55 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition F2A55 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [HD].
  • Page 42: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    USB78 USB910 USB1112 F2A55 PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 F2A55 USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-30...
  • Page 43: Onboard Switch

    BIOS default settings. A message 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. ASUS F2A55 1-31...
  • Page 44: Onboard Leds

    F2A55 Standby Power Powered Off F2A55 Onboard LED DRAM LED 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.
  • Page 45: 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. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive.
  • Page 46 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-34...
  • Page 47: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. ®...
  • Page 48: Asus Ez Flash 2

    Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the updating process. 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
  • Page 49: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 50: Asus Bios Updater

    2.1.4 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 51: Updating The Bios File

    At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: F2A55 BOARD: Unknown VER: 5008 VER: Unknown DATE:...
  • Page 52: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 53 Advanced Mode Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority Selects the boot Displays the system properties of the device priority selected mode on the right hand side Displays the Advanced mode menus •...
  • Page 54: Advanced Mode

    The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items...
  • Page 55: Menu Items

    Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
  • Page 56: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.7 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default • Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. 2-10 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 57: Administrator Password

    Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
  • Page 58: Ai Tweaker Menu

    F1: General Help F2: Previous Values CPU Power Phase Control Standard F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit CPU Voltage Frequency F12: Print Screen CPU Power Duty Control T.Probe Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 2-12 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 59: Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]

    Target CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current CPU speed. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system.
  • Page 60: Oc Tuner

    Allows you to set the Southbridge 1.1V voltage. The values range from 1.1V to 1.4V with a 0.01V interval. 2.4.11 1.1VSB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the 1.1VSB voltage. The values range from 1.1000V to 1.4000V with a 0.1V interval. 2-14 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 61: Apu1.2V Voltage [Auto]

    2.4.12 APU1.2V Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the APU (Accelerated Processor Unit) 1.2V voltage. The values range from 1.2000V to 1.8000V with a 0.01V interval. 2.4.13 VDDA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VDDA voltage. The values range from 2.5000V to 2.8000V with a 0.1V interval.
  • Page 62 Reducing phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency. [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment.
  • Page 63: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker...
  • Page 64: Sata Configuration

    S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-18 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 65: Usb Configuration

    2.5.3 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program.
  • Page 66: Apm

    Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Power Key] Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. 2-20 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 67: Network Stack

    Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. [Enabled] Enables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PME [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the PME to wake up by PCI/PCIE devices.
  • Page 68: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: 2-22 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 69: Cpu Temperature / Mb Temperature [Xxxºc/Xxxºf]

    2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. 2.6.2 CPU_FAN / CHA_FAN Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU / chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM).
  • Page 70: Cha_Fan1/2 Q-Fan Control [Disabled]

    The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-24 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 71: Boot Menu

    Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] 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. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-25...
  • Page 72: Fast Boot [Enabled]

    [8 sec] [9 sec] [10 sec] 2.7.5 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] When this item is set to [Enabled], the system waits for the F1 key to be pressed when error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-26 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 73: Option Rom Messages [Force Bios]

    2.7.6 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. 2.7.7 Next boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot]...
  • Page 74 Append an entry to DB Configuration options: [OK] Forbidden Signature Database Set DBX from File Configuration options: [OK] Get DBX to File Configuration options: [OK] Delete the DBX Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Append an entry to DBX Configuration options: [OK] 2-28 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 75: Setup Mode [Ez Mode]

    • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST.
  • Page 76: Tools Menu

    > ASUS O.C. Profile 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information...
  • Page 77: Exit Menu

    Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
  • Page 78 2-32 ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 79: Appendices

    Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil. ASUS F2A55...
  • Page 80: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 81: 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...
  • Page 82 Appendices...

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