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xAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis guid

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3User Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.[No Access]

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-37Chapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press &

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Current CMOSRestore CMOSA:Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-39Chapter 33.9.4 Express Gate [Auto]Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate featu

3-40 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 P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-14.1 Installing an operating systemThis motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista / 64-bit Vista / 7 / 64-bit 7 opera

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 P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you th

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. Ins

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-5Chapter 44.3.3 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different a

xiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Typo

4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.4 ASUS EPU-6 EngineASUS EPU-6 Engine is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs.

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-7Chapter 44.3.5 ASUS Express GateASUS Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to the Internet, S

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 ASUS T.ProbeThe onboard T.Probe microchip detects and balances power phase loading and temperature in r

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-9Chapter 4Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software con

4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.8 Intel® Extreme Tuning UtilityThe Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility (IXTU) allows easy overclocking for you

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-11Chapter 44.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the Intel® P55 chipset that allows you to congure Serial ATA hard

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4.4 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-13Chapter 4 The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options.Th

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 45. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle mar

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-15Chapter 4Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you de

xiiP7P55D-E Deluxe specications summaryCPU LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Techno

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP ope

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-17Chapter 44.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver for Windows® XP1. Duri

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44. Click Details tab. The Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed.5. Browse the contents of the

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 4-19Chapter 48. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_PCH] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iastor_8R9R10RDOPCH] sections in the txtsetup.oem 

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 5-1Chapter 5Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support5.1.2 Before you beginFor ATI CrossFireX to work properly, you have to un

5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 54. Align and rmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics c

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 5-3Chapter 55.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technologyAfter installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable th

5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface)

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 5-5Chapter 54. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connecto

xiii(continued on the next page)P7P55D-E Deluxe specications summaryASUS Unique Features Unique PCIe x4 Bridge Chip for Ultra Performance: - True

5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 5B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize.B2. From

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 5-7Chapter 5B4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel.B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel windo

5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 5

xiv*Specications are subject to change without notice.P7P55D-E Deluxe specications summaryBack Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 x P

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® P7P55D-E Deluxe motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and lat

1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsIntel® LGA1156 Lynneld / Clarkdale Processor ReadyThis moth

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 1-3Chapter 11.3.2 ASUS Xtreme Design—Hybrid ProcessorTurboV EVOUltimate O.C. ProcessorThe ultimate O.C. processor satises every

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3.5 ASUS Exclusive FeaturesMemOK!Any Memory is A-OK!Memory compatibility is among the top concerns duri

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 1-5Chapter 1ASUS Crystal SoundThis feature can enhance speech-centric applications like Skype, online game, video conference and

iiE5133First Edition November 2009Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softwa

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1ASUS Q-ConnectorMake connection quick and accurate!The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnec

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherbo

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and inte

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-3Chapter 22.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-402. L

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 P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-5Chapter 22.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1156 socket designed for the Intel® C

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2The CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the c

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-7Chapter 27. Close the load plate (A), and then push down the load lever (B), ensuring that the front edge of the load plate s

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA1156 processor requires a specially designed heats

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-9Chapter 23. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fa

iiiContentsNotices viiiSafety information ... ixAbo

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual In-line M

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-11Chapter 22.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P7P55D-E Deluxe Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133MHz capability for CPU at 2.8GHz and 2.

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-13Chapter 2Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Dimm(Bios)VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)A* B* C*Crucial BL1

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P7P55D-E Deluxe Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability for CPU at 2.8GHz and 2.

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-15Chapter 2Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Dimm(Bios)VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)A* B* C*A-DATA AX3U

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P7P55D-E Deluxe Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHzVendor

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-17Chapter 2P7P55D-E Deluxe Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz, 2.8GHz and 2.93

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2P7P55D-E Deluxe Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability for CPU at 2.66GHz, 2.8G

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-19Chapter 2Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip NO.Timing Dimm(Bios)VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)A* B* C*MICRON MT9

ivContents2.7 Connectors ... 2-282.7.1 Rear panel connec

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4.4 Removing a DIMMFollow these steps to remove a DIMM.2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.2.4.3 Inst

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-21Chapter 22.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the s

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for PCI devi

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-23Chapter 22.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply wit

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• In single VGA card mode, use rst the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card t

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-25Chapter 22.6 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system.

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. MemOK! switchInstalling DIMMs that are incompaible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-27Chapter 24. CPU / IMC / DRAM overvoltage setting switches (OV_DRAM, OV_IMC, OV_CPU)These switches allow you to enable or dis

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors1. PS/2 mouse port (green) 8. USB 3.0 p

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-29Chapter 22.7.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic** Audio 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10-channel congurat

vContents3.5.8 QPI Frequency ... 3-183.5.9 ASUS/3rd Party Ui Priority ...

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 4.1-channel SpeakersConnect to Stereo / 2.1-channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1-channel Speakers

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-31Chapter 2Connect to 7.1-channel SpeakersConnect to 9.1-channel Speakers

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7.3 Internal connectorsDrive jumper setting Mode of device(s)Cable connectorSingle device Cable-Select

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-33Chapter 22. Intel® P55 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA 1-6)These connectors connect to Serial ATA hard disk drives and opt

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 23. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_6G_1/2 [gray])These connectors connect to Serial

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-35Chapter 24. JMicron® JMB363 Serial ATA connector (7-pin SATA_E1 [black])This connector connects to a Serial ATA hard disk dr

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 26. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1112; USB1314)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-37Chapter 28. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a mo

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 210. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-39Chapter 211. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (

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2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 213. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs.

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-41Chapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cabl

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front p

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 2-43Chapter 22.8 Onboard LEDs1. POST State LEDsPOST State LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in sequence

2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.9 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2.

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-13.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device conguration, ove

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 P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-3Chapter 33. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto Select. Click Next.4. From the FTP s

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 using an OS-based ut

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-5Chapter 33.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to res

viiContents5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology ... 5-45.2.1 Requirements ...

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-7Chapter 32. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any ke

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 P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-9Chapter 33.3 BIOS setup programA BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modication. When you start up the computer, th

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 P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-11Chapter 33.4 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the bas

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Type [Auto]Allows you to select the type of SATA drive installed.[Not Installed] Select this option if no SATA dri

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-13Chapter 33.4.2 Storage CongurationThe Storage Conguration menu allows you to congure your storage devices. Select an item

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3SATA Port1 [Auto]Allows you to select the type of device connected to the system. Conguration options: [Auto] [Not

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-15Chapter 33.5 Ai Tweaker menuThe Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious when chan

viiiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two co

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.2 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal freque

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-17Chapter 33.5.3 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and BCLK Frequency. Use the <

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.8 QPI Frequency [Auto]Allows you to set the QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) frequency. Conguration options: [Au

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-19Chapter 3DRAM REF Cycle Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [48 DRAM Clock] [60 DRAM Clock] [72 DRAM Clock] [82 DRAM Cloc

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM READ to READ Delay(DR) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [9 DRAM Clock]DRAM READ to READ Del

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-21Chapter 3• Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU Vcore voltage. Setting a high VCore voltage may damage the

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Blue Yellow Purple RedIMC Voltage1.10000V– 1.16875V1.17500V– 1.22500V1.23125V– 1.30000V1.30625V–1.90000VDRAM Voltag

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-23Chapter 33.6.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.T

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and BCLK Frequency. Use the <+>

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-25Chapter 3Active Processor Cores [All][All] Activate all CPU cores in the processor package.[1] Activate only 1 CPU core in

ixSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating th

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3HDA Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller.[Disabled] Disables the controller.

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-27Chapter 33.6.4 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then pre

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.5 PCIPnPThe PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Plug And Play O/S

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-29Chapter 33.7 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7.6 APM CongurationAPM CongurationRestore on AC Power Loss [Power Off]Power On By RTC Alarm [Disable

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-31Chapter 33.7.7 Hardware MonitorCPU/MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF][xxxºC/xxxºF]The onboard hardware monitor automatically detec

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the Chass

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-33Chapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter&g

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled][Disabled] When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST

ASUS P7P55D-E Deluxe 3-35Chapter 33.8.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press &