Asus F1A55-V PLUS User manual

Motherboard
F1A55-V PLUS

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Notices......................................................................................................... vi
Safety information ..................................................................................... vii
About this guide ....................................................................................... viii
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Chapter 1 Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features............................................................................ 1-1
1.3.1 Product highlights ........................................................... 1-1
1.4 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 1-4
1.5 Motherboard overview................................................................. 1-5
1.5.1 Placement direction ........................................................ 1-5
  .................................................................... 1-5
1.5.3 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 1-6
1.5.4 Layout contents............................................................... 1-6
1.6 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) ........................................... 1-7
1.6.1 Installing the APU............................................................ 1-7
  ........................................ 1-9
1.7 System memory ......................................................................... 1-10
1.7.1 Overview ....................................................................... 1-1
 ...................................................1-11
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 
1.8 Expansion slots.......................................................................... 1-21
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 1
  ..................................... 1
1.8.3 PCI slots........................................................................ 1
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slots..................................................... 1
1.8.5 PCI Express x16 slot..................................................... 1
1.9 Jumpers ...................................................................................... 1-22
1.10 Connectors ................................................................................. 1-24
  ........................................................... 4
  ....................................................... 5

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1.11 Software support........................................................................ 1-30
1.11.1 Installing an operating system ...................................... 1-3
  .............................................. 1-3
Chapter 2 BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 2-1
  ........................................................ 1
 ............................................................ 
  ...................................... 3
 ....................................................... 4
2.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 2-7
2.3 Main menu .................................................................................. 2-11
  ...........................................1
 ........................................1
  ..................................................1
  ..........................................................................1
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu........................................................................ 2-13
  ............................................. 4
 ............................................. 4
2.5 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 2-15
  ........................................................ 5
  ....................................................... 6
  ........................................................ 7
 ........................................................... 7
 .................................... 7
  .............................................................................. 8
2.6 Monitor menu ............................................................................. 2-20
 ...... 
 
  ...................................... 
  .. 1
2.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 2-22
  ......................................... 
 ........................................... 
 ....................................... 

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 ........................... 3
  ................................................. 3
  .................................................... 3
 ................................................................ 3
2.8 Tools menu ................................................................................. 2-24
  ................................................ 4
 ......................................................... 4
 ................................................. 4
2.9 Exit menu.................................................................................... 2-25

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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

to radio 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 receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required


to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.

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. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling
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DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
Safety information
Electrical safety
 
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.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
 
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• 
technician or your retailer.

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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.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
 
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics  
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means
that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
 
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<D>
About this guide

motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports.
• Chapter 2: BIOS information
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

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APU AMD®®
  
package
DirectX®11 support
AMD®
* The AMD®
APU types.
** Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD®CPU support list
Chipset AMD®
Memory Dual-channel memory architecture

 
* The maximum 16GB memory capacity can be supported with
8GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once
the DIMMs are available in the market.
 
Vendors List).
*** When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more,
Windows®
than 3GB. We recommend a maximum of 3GB system memory
if you are using a Windows®
Graphics Integrated AMD® 
APU
VGA output support: D-Sub port

Supports Microsoft®DirectX 11
Supports AMD®Dual Graphics technology
* Refer to www.amd.com for the discrete GPUs that support Dual
Graphics.
Expansion slots 

3 x PCI slots
Storage / RAID AMD®A55 FCH southbridge:
  
  
LAN Realtek®8111E-VB-GC Gigabit LAN controller

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Audio 
CODEC
USB AMD®A55 FCH southbridge:
  
ports at the back panel)
ASUS unique features ASUS Exclusive Features
 
- ASUS iCafe Memory Anti-theft
- AI Suite II
- Ai Charger
 
graphics interface
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions
- Stylish heatsink solution, Chipset and Mosfet
- ASUS Q-Fan
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
 
 
Special features 
Back Panel I/O ports 

1 x D-Sub output port
1 x COM
1 x LAN (RJ-45) port

3 x Audio jacks

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
Internal I/O connectors /
buttons / switches
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 
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1 x Internal speaker connector
1 x CPU fan connector (4 pin)
1 x Chassis fan connector (3 pin)
1 x chassis intrusion connector
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BIOS  
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Accessories 
1 x I/O shield
1 x User Manual
1 x Support DVD
Support DVD Drivers
ASUS utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-Virus software (OEM version)
Form factor 

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1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard ASUS F1A55-V PLUS motherboard
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Accessories 1 x I/O shield
Application DVD ASUS motherboard Support DVD
Documentations User Manual
Chapter 1
Product introduction
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS®F1A55-V PLUS motherboard!
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another
standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in
your package with the list below.
AMD®A- & E2- series accelerated processors with AMD®
Radeon™ HD 6000 series graphics APU
This motherboard supports AMD®
with AMD®
(Accelerated Processing Unit) combines processing power and advanced
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accelerated performance and an industry-leading visual experience.
It features Dual-channel DDR3 memory support and accelerates data
transfer rate up to 5GT/s.
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
ASUS F1A55-V PLUS 1-1