INTEL P55, LGA 1156 4*DDR3-2133 1*PCIe2.0x16, P7P55DP7P55DXtreme Design - Hybrid Series, Designed to Perform Intel LGA1156 Platform / Intel� P55 Express Chipset ASUS Hybrid Technology TurboV EVO - Ultimate O.C. Processor T.Probe - Leading Active Cooling Technology ASUS 16 Hybrid Phase Design* Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support! *16 Hybrid Phase = 12+2 Phase x T.Probe CPU Intel� Socket 1156 Core™ i7 Processor/Core™ i5 Processor Supports Intel� Turbo Boost Technology Chipset Intel� P55 Express Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM, Max. 16 GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.)*/1600/1333/1066 Non-ECC,Un-buffered Memory Dual Channel memory architecture Supports Intel� Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) *Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. Please refer to Memory QVL for details. **Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors Lists). Expansion Slots 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (single at x16) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (@x4 mode, 2.5GT/s) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 (2.5GT/s) 3 x PCI Multi-GPU Support Supports ATI� Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Storage Intel� P55 Express Chipset built-in 6 xSATA 3.0 Gb/s ports Intel Matrix Storage Technology Support RAID 0,1,5,10 JMicron� JMB363 PATA and SATA controller 1 xUltraDMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices 1 xExternal SATA 3Gb/s port (SATA on-the-go) 1 xSATA 3Gb/s port (black) LAN Realtek� 8112L Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET2 Audio VIA� VT1828S 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Absolute Pitch BD192/24 - DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC - BD audio layer Content Protection - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back I/O IEEE 1394 VIA� 6308P controller supports 2 x 1394a ports (one at mid-board; one at back panel) USB 14 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 8 ports at back panel) ASUS Unique Features ASUS Hybrid Processor - TurboV EVO - Auto Tuning, TurboV and Turbo Key ASUS 16 Hybrid Phase* - T.Probe Technology for Active Cooling - 12+2 Phase Power Design - 100% Ultra Long Life Japan-Made Solid Capacitors *16 Hybrid Phase = 12+2 Phase x T.Probe ASUS Hybrid OS - Express Gate ASUS Xtreme Design ASUS Exclusive Features - MemOK! - ASUS EPU ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heat-sink solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stack Cool 3 - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Crystal Sound - ASUS Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS MyLogo 2 - Multi-language BIOS ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM Overclocking Features Precision Tweaker 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - vIMC: 97-step IMC voltage control - vDRAM Bus: 81-step DRAM voltage control - vPCH: 2-step chipset voltage control - vCPU_PLL: 4-step reference voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - PCI Express frequency tuning from 100MHz up to 200MHz at 1MHz increment - Internal Base Clock tuning from 80MHz up to 500MHz at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (Purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse port (Green) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output 1 x External SATA 1 x IEEE1394a 1 x RJ45 port 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 8-channel Audio I/O Internal I/O Connectors 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports 1 x IDE connector 7 x SATA connectors 1 x IEEE 1394a connector 1 x CPU Fan connector 1 x Power Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connector (1x4-pin, 1x3-pin) Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header CD audio in 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector System Panel(Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! button 1 x COM port connector BIOS 16 Mb Flash ROM , AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0,DMI 2.0,WOL by PME,WOR by PME,PXE Accessories User\'s manual 2 in 1 Q-connector 1 x UltraDMA 133/100 cable 4 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables ASUS Q-Shield Support Disc Drivers Anti-virus software (OEM version) ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Form Factor ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) CPU, Chipset and Graphics featuresLGA1156 Intel� Lynnfield Processor ReadyThis motherboard supports the latest Intel� Lynnfield processors in LGA1156 package which has memory and PCI Express controller integrated to support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes providing great graphics performance. Intel� Lynnfield processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world. Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support!P7P55D brings you the multi-GPU CrossFireX. The motherboard features the most powerful Intel P55 platform to optimize PCIe allocation in multiple GPU configurations. Expect a brand-new gaming style you’ve never experienced before!Intel P55The Intel� P55 Express Chipset is the latest one-chipset design to support latest 1156 socket Intel� Core™ i7/Core™ i5 Processors. Intel� P55 providing improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability.PCIe 2.0Double Speed; Double BandwidthThis motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. Memory FeaturesDual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 supportThe motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2200(O.C.) / 1600 /1333 / 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance.ASUS Xtreme Design - Hybrid Processor ASUS TurboV EVOUltimate O.C. ProcessorWhether novice or enthusiast, TurboV Evo satisfies overclockers of any level. Intelligently push systems to the fastest, stable clock speeds with Auto-Tuning. Turbo Key boosts performance with a simple touch, while TurboV offers additional advanced options for breaking those records! Auto TuningAuto System Level UpAchieve extreme yet stable overclocking results automatically with Auto Tuning! With built-in stability testing, Auto Tuning lets even beginners improve performance with no additional cost.ASUS Xtreme Design - 16 Hybrid Phase*ASUS Hybrid 12+2 Phase Power DesignUnprecedented Innovation with the Best Quality Component for Best PerformanceThe groundbreaking 12+2 phase VRM design is brrought to the ASUS motherboards. 12+2 phase power design, 12-phase for vCore and extra 2-phase for Memory controller inside CPU, can provide the highest power efficiency, and hence generates less heat to effectively enhance the overclocking capability. With the high quality power components such as low RDS (on) MOSFETs, Ferrite core chokes with lower hysteresis loss and 100% Japan-made high quality conductive polymer capacitors, ASUS 12+2 phase VRM design also ensure longer component life and minimum power loss.*16 Hybrid Phase = 12+2 Phase x T.Probe100% Ultra Long Life Japan-Made Solid CapacitorsThis motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. T.ProbeLeading Active Cooling TechnologyThe T.Probe microchip detects and balances power phase loads and temperatures real-time. With optimal power phase functions, components run cooler and extend system lifespan. ASUS Xtreme Design - Hybrid OSASUS Express Gate0 to Internet in Seconds!Express Gate™ is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering Windows�.ASUS Exclusive FeaturesMemOK!Any Memory is A-OK!MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success. Get your system up and running in no time!ASUS EPUSystem Level Energy SavingThe new ASUS EPU - the world�s first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a new six engine version, which provides total system power savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. With auto phase switching for components (which includes the CPU, VGA card, memory, chipset, drives and system fan), the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking - helping save power and money.ASUS Quiet Thermal SolutionASUS Fanless Design - Heat-sink solutionThe crystal-shaped heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS crystal-shaped heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance!Fan XpertActive Quiet & CoolASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature , which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading.Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.Stack Cool 3ASUS Xtreme Phase Power Design plus Stack Cool 3 provides a better thermal solution with more efficient heat dissipation up to 11%. Lowering the onboard temperature improves overall motherboard performance and prolongs the lifespan of critical components.ASUS Crystal Sound8-channel AudioEnjoy High-End 8-channel sound system on your PC!The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different destinations. This motherboard now adopts the future standard to deliver the most vivid audio enjoyment!!Noise Filtering Eliminate background noise while recordingThis feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording.DTS Surround Sensation UltraPCDTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups - your existing stereo speakers or headphones. In addition to virtual surround, “Bass enhancement” provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and “Voice clarification” provides clear human dialogue even with loud background sound. With these technologies, you may experience a better home-theater audio with ease.ASUS EZ DIYQ- ShieldEasy and Comfortable InstallationsThe specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual \"fingers\" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).EZ-Flash 2 Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OSEZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility.O.C. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settingsFreely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.ASUS Q-DesignDIY quickly, DIY easily!ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-LED, Q-Slot and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process!Q-Connector Make connection quick and accurate!The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate.Industry StandardIEEE 1394a interfaceIEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. S/PDIF-out on Back I/O PortThis motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via optical S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks. It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality.RoHSGreenASUS The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union�s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to safeguard consumers� health while minimizing the impact on the environment.Accessories��The product (electrical , electronic equipment, Mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers. Products may not be available in all markets. PCB color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice. Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.
