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Table of Contents User's Guide ...1 EVGA H55 Motherboard 1 Before You Begin...6 Parts NOT in the Kit 6 EVGA H55 Motherboard 7 Motherboard Specifications 7 Hardware Installation ...9 Safety Instructions...9 Preparing the Motherboard 10 Installing the CPU 10 Installing the CPU Fan 11 Installing System Memory (DIMMs 12 Installing the Motherboard 12 Installing the I/O Shield 13 Securing the Motherboard into a System Case 14 Connecting...
Table of Contents User's Guide ...1 EVGA H55 Motherboard 1 Before You Begin...6 Parts NOT in the Kit 6 EVGA H55 Motherboard 7 Motherboard Specifications 7 Hardware Installation ...9 Safety Instructions...9 Preparing the Motherboard 10 Installing the CPU 10 Installing the CPU Fan 11 Installing System Memory (DIMMs 12 Installing the Motherboard 12 Installing the I/O Shield 13 Securing the Motherboard into a System Case 14 Connecting...
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EVGA H55 Motherboard Expansion Slots 22 PCI Slots ...22 PCI Express x16/x8/x4 Slots 22 Onboard Buttons ...23 Clear CMOS Button 23 RESET and POWER Button 23 ...
EVGA H55 Motherboard Expansion Slots 22 PCI Slots ...22 PCI Express x16/x8/x4 Slots 22 Onboard Buttons ...23 Clear CMOS Button 23 RESET and POWER Button 23 ...
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PCI IDE BusMaster 35 OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card 35 Boot Configuration Features 36 Boot Device Priority 36 Hard Disk Drives 36 Power Management Features 37 ACPI Configuration 37 SLP_S4# Min. POST Codes for the EVGA H55 Motherboard 41 Assertion Width 37 Restore on AC Power Loss 37 Hardware Health Configure 38 H/W Health Function 38 CPU Fan Mode Setting 38 Frequency/Voltage Control Menu 39 Memory Configure 39 CPU Configuration 39 Installing Drivers and Software 40 Windows XP/Vista/7 Driver Installation 40 Appendix A.
PCI IDE BusMaster 35 OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card 35 Boot Configuration Features 36 Boot Device Priority 36 Hard Disk Drives 36 Power Management Features 37 ACPI Configuration 37 SLP_S4# Min. POST Codes for the EVGA H55 Motherboard 41 Assertion Width 37 Restore on AC Power Loss 37 Hardware Health Configure 38 H/W Health Function 38 CPU Fan Mode Setting 38 Frequency/Voltage Control Menu 39 Memory Configure 39 CPU Configuration 39 Installing Drivers and Software 40 Windows XP/Vista/7 Driver Installation 40 Appendix A.
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Boot Configuration Features 36 Figure 8. PCI/PNP Resource Management 34 Figure 7. Standard BIOS Features Menu 28 Figure 4. Power Management Features 37 Figure 9. EVGA H55 Motherboard List of Figures Figure 1. CMOS Setup Utility Main Menu 27 Figure 3. Advanced BIOS Features 30 Figure 5. Advanced Chipset Features 32 Figure 6. Frequency/Voltage Control 39 PW1 Motherboard Connector 15 Figure 2. Hardware Health Configure 38 Figure 10.
Boot Configuration Features 36 Figure 8. PCI/PNP Resource Management 34 Figure 7. Standard BIOS Features Menu 28 Figure 4. Power Management Features 37 Figure 9. EVGA H55 Motherboard List of Figures Figure 1. CMOS Setup Utility Main Menu 27 Figure 3. Advanced BIOS Features 30 Figure 5. Advanced Chipset Features 32 Figure 6. Frequency/Voltage Control 39 PW1 Motherboard Connector 15 Figure 2. Hardware Health Configure 38 Figure 10.
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... system. For a full list of supported CPU's on this motherboard, please visit http://www.evga.com/support/motherboard/. However, it does not contain the following items that must be purchased separately to make the motherboard functional. Intel Socket 1156 Processor DDR3 System...Graphics Card Power Supply EVGA assumes you will need to change product specifications without notice. When replacing a motherboard in the Kit This kit contains all the necessary parts needed to install and connect your new EVGA H55 Motherboard. EVGA reserves the right to reinstall ...
... system. For a full list of supported CPU's on this motherboard, please visit http://www.evga.com/support/motherboard/. However, it does not contain the following items that must be purchased separately to make the motherboard functional. Intel Socket 1156 Processor DDR3 System...Graphics Card Power Supply EVGA assumes you will need to change product specifications without notice. When replacing a motherboard in the Kit This kit contains all the necessary parts needed to install and connect your new EVGA H55 Motherboard. EVGA reserves the right to reinstall ...
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... install support: D-SUB: 2048 x 1536 @75 Hz DVI: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz DP: 2560 x 1600 @60Hz System Memory support Supports triple channel DDR3-1333+. EVGA H55 Motherboard Motherboard Specifications Size ATX form factor of DDR3 memory. USB 2.0 Ports Supports hot plug Twelve USB 2.0 ports (Eight rear panel ports, four onboard USB...
... install support: D-SUB: 2048 x 1536 @75 Hz DVI: 1920 x 1200 @60Hz DP: 2560 x 1600 @60Hz System Memory support Supports triple channel DDR3-1333+. EVGA H55 Motherboard Motherboard Specifications Size ATX form factor of DDR3 memory. USB 2.0 Ports Supports hot plug Twelve USB 2.0 ports (Eight rear panel ports, four onboard USB...
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Remember to remove power off your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis. Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of fire, electric shocks, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard Installing the CPU Installing the CPU fan Installing the memory Installing the motherboard Connecting cables Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of the motherboard.
Remember to remove power off your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis. Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of fire, electric shocks, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard Installing the CPU Installing the CPU fan Installing the memory Installing the motherboard Connecting cables Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of the motherboard.
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... load plate will void the warranty. Note: It is no CPU installed. Remove the protective socket cover from the socket. Any physical damage to the motherboard pins will automatically lift. Hold the processor only by pushing down and away from the CPU Socket in a straight up motion. There is a protective socket... there is a good idea to save the cover so that whenever you remove the CPU you have a safe place to install the CPU onto the motherboard: Unhook the socket lever by the edges and do not touch the contacts on the...
... load plate will void the warranty. Note: It is no CPU installed. Remove the protective socket cover from the socket. Any physical damage to the motherboard pins will automatically lift. Hold the processor only by pushing down and away from the CPU Socket in a straight up motion. There is a protective socket... there is a good idea to save the cover so that whenever you remove the CPU you have a safe place to install the CPU onto the motherboard: Unhook the socket lever by the edges and do not touch the contacts on the...
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... are to ensure the load plate tip engages under screw cap Installing the CPU Fan There are many different fan types that came with this motherboard. Follow the instruction that can be used with you fan assembly. In most cases, the Socket 1156 mounting holes will be used. Lower the load...
... are to ensure the load plate tip engages under screw cap Installing the CPU Fan There are many different fan types that came with this motherboard. Follow the instruction that can be used with you fan assembly. In most cases, the Socket 1156 mounting holes will be used. Lower the load...
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...Dual Channel), install into the DIMM slot. These slots support 256 MB, 512 MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB DDR3 technologies. Installing System Memory (DIMMs) Your new motherboard has four 240-pin slots for installing memory. One DIMM: If using 1 DIMM (Single Channel), install into: DIMM slot 1. Two ...DIMMs: If using 2 DIMMs (Dual Channel), install into: DIMM slots 1 and 3. Four DIMMS: If using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty system case. There must be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to ensure the component...
...Dual Channel), install into the DIMM slot. These slots support 256 MB, 512 MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB DDR3 technologies. Installing System Memory (DIMMs) Your new motherboard has four 240-pin slots for installing memory. One DIMM: If using 1 DIMM (Single Channel), install into: DIMM slot 1. Two ...DIMMs: If using 2 DIMMs (Dual Channel), install into: DIMM slots 1 and 3. Four DIMMS: If using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty system case. There must be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to ensure the component...
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Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis. Press the I/O shield into place and make sure it fits securely. 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 the inside of the chassis.
Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis. Press the I/O shield into place and make sure it fits securely. 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 the inside of the chassis.
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...panel IEEE 1394a USB Headers Audio IDE Serial ATA II USB 2.0 Expansion slots CMOS Clear Button Carefully place the motherboard onto the stand offs located inside the chassis. 2. Ensure that stud to prevent the possibility of nine (9) screws. Connecting Cables This section takes you remove... according to prevent short circuits. In most cases, it is recommended that do not align with a recommended minimum of a short circuit. Securing the Motherboard into a System Case Most system cases have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the...
...panel IEEE 1394a USB Headers Audio IDE Serial ATA II USB 2.0 Expansion slots CMOS Clear Button Carefully place the motherboard onto the stand offs located inside the chassis. 2. Ensure that stud to prevent the possibility of nine (9) screws. Connecting Cables This section takes you remove... according to prevent short circuits. In most cases, it is recommended that do not align with a recommended minimum of a short circuit. Securing the Motherboard into a System Case Most system cases have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the...
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Align the pins to PW1 Figure 1. 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 the main power supply connector located along the edge of the... board next to the CPU. PW1 connector Plug power cable from system power supply to the connector and press firmly until seated. PW1 Motherboard Connector Table 1. 24-pin ATX Power (PW1) PW1 is secure. PW1 Pin Assignments Connector 1 13 Pin Signal 1 +3.3V 12 2 +3.3V 3 GND 4 +5V 5 GND 6 +5V ...
Align the pins to PW1 Figure 1. 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 the main power supply connector located along the edge of the... board next to the CPU. PW1 connector Plug power cable from system power supply to the connector and press firmly until seated. PW1 Motherboard Connector Table 1. 24-pin ATX Power (PW1) PW1 is secure. PW1 Pin Assignments Connector 1 13 Pin Signal 1 +3.3V 12 2 +3.3V 3 GND 4 +5V 5 GND 6 +5V ...
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Connect the black connector (the cable with a single connector) to the motherboard. 2. If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Connect the blue connector (...
Connect the black connector (the cable with a single connector) to the motherboard. 2. If you install two hard disk drives, you must configure the second drive as a slave device by setting its jumper accordingly. Connect the blue connector (...
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These connectors support the thin Serial ATA II cables for primary storage devices. Connecting Serial ATA Cables The Serial ATA II connector is used to connect the Serial ATA II device to 300MB/s data transfer rate. There are designed to be angled to not interfere with any expansions cards. RX- TX+ SATA 4 (bottom) SATA 2 (bottom) SATA 0 (bottom) SATA 5 (top) SATA 3 (top) SATA 1 (top) The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to the motherboard. RX+ TX- These connections are eight (8) internal serial ATA connectors on this motherboard.
These connectors support the thin Serial ATA II cables for primary storage devices. Connecting Serial ATA Cables The Serial ATA II connector is used to connect the Serial ATA II device to 300MB/s data transfer rate. There are designed to be angled to not interfere with any expansions cards. RX- TX+ SATA 4 (bottom) SATA 2 (bottom) SATA 0 (bottom) SATA 5 (top) SATA 3 (top) SATA 1 (top) The current Serial ATA II interface allows up to the motherboard. RX+ TX- These connections are eight (8) internal serial ATA connectors on this motherboard.
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... of the connector. Note: Some system cases do not have all four cables. Connecting Internal Headers Front Panel Header The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the following four cables. (see Table 2 for pin definitions): PWRLED Attach the front panel power LED cable to...
... of the connector. Note: Some system cases do not have all four cables. Connecting Internal Headers Front Panel Header The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the following four cables. (see Table 2 for pin definitions): PWRLED Attach the front panel power LED cable to...
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Connect the end of the system case (not all system cases are equipped with the front panel option). Table 3. Alternatively, you can also connect this to the IEEE1394a header on the motherboard. IEEE1394a (Firewire) This motherboard has one IEEE 1394a onboard header. IEEE 1394a Connector Pins Connector IEEE 1394a Connector 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Pin Signal 1 TPA+ 2 TPA- 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 +12V 8 +12V 9 Empty 10 GND Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of the cable to your system case (if applicable). 1.
Connect the end of the system case (not all system cases are equipped with the front panel option). Table 3. Alternatively, you can also connect this to the IEEE1394a header on the motherboard. IEEE1394a (Firewire) This motherboard has one IEEE 1394a onboard header. IEEE 1394a Connector Pins Connector IEEE 1394a Connector 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Pin Signal 1 TPA+ 2 TPA- 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 +12V 8 +12V 9 Empty 10 GND Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of the cable to your system case (if applicable). 1.
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... option). 2. Connect the end of the cable(s) to the USB 2.0 header on the rear panel of your chassis (not all chassis are exposed on the motherboard. Table 4. USB 2.0 Header Pins Connector Pin USB 2.0 Header Connector 1 3 5 7 9 Pin 2 4 6 8 10 Signal 5V_DUAL DD+ GND Empty Signal ...5V_DUAL DD+ GND No Connect USB Headers This motherboard contains eight (8) USB 2.0 ports that can be used to connect an optional external bracket containing up to either the front or rear panel of the ...
... option). 2. Connect the end of the cable(s) to the USB 2.0 header on the rear panel of your chassis (not all chassis are exposed on the motherboard. Table 4. USB 2.0 Header Pins Connector Pin USB 2.0 Header Connector 1 3 5 7 9 Pin 2 4 6 8 10 Signal 5V_DUAL DD+ GND Empty Signal ...5V_DUAL DD+ GND No Connect USB Headers This motherboard contains eight (8) USB 2.0 ports that can be used to connect an optional external bracket containing up to either the front or rear panel of the ...
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... into place. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the screw used to hold the blank cover. The design of this motherboard supports multiple Graphic Card technology. PCI Express x16/x8/x4 Slots These PCI Express slots are reserved for optimal performance. When installing a PCI Express Graphic...
... into place. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the screw used to hold the blank cover. The design of this motherboard supports multiple Graphic Card technology. PCI Express x16/x8/x4 Slots These PCI Express slots are reserved for optimal performance. When installing a PCI Express Graphic...