GA-A55-S3P User Manual is the official user manual for GA-A55-S3P motherboard from Gigabyte Technology. It mainly introduces the hardware installation, BIOS settings and driver installation of the motherboard.
The GA‑A55‑S3P motherboard manual provides step‑by‑step instructions for installing the CPU, memory, and expansion cards, as well as detailed guidance on BIOS configuration and system health monitoring. It also includes safety precautions, warranty information, and a list of supplied accessories.
Additional sections cover driver installation, SATA and USB connectivity, HDMI and audio setup, and troubleshooting tips. The document is written in Chinese and includes diagrams of the board layout and connector pin‑outs.
| CPU socket | FM1 socket supporting AMD A‑series and E2‑series APUs |
|---|---|
| Chipset | AMD A55 |
| Memory slots | 2 DDR3 DIMM slots, up to 32 GB total |
| SATA ports | 6 SATA 3 Gb/s connectors |
| USB ports | 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 rear, 6 via internal headers) |
| LAN controller | Realtek/Atheros Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbit) |
| Form factor | ATX (30.5 cm × 19.0 cm) |
It uses an FM1 socket that supports AMD A‑series and E2‑series APUs.
The board has two DDR3 DIMM slots that can hold up to 32 GB of memory in total.
Six SATA 3 Gb/s ports are available for storage devices.
A Realtek/Atheros Gigabit Ethernet controller supporting 10/100/1000 Mbit speeds is built in.