ASRock H55DE3 Motherboard Installation Guide
This guide introduces the ASRock H55DE3 motherboard, outlines the package contents, and walks the user through installation, BIOS configuration, and driver setup. It includes diagrams of the board layout, connector pin‑outs, and instructions for enabling audio and other features.
The document also lists the technical specifications such as supported CPUs, memory configuration, expansion slots, storage interfaces, and integrated components like the audio codec and LAN controller. Safety warnings, over‑clocking cautions, and certification information are provided at the end.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 8.3‑in, 30.5 cm x 21.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA1156 (1156‑Pin) |
| Chipset | Intel H55 |
| Memory Slots | 4 × DDR3 DIMM (Dual Channel) |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16 (x16), 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4), 2 × PCIe 2.0 x1, 2 × PCI |
| SATA Connectors | 4 × SATAII 3.0 Gb/s (NCQ, AHCI) |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111 DL, 10/100/1000 Mb/s, Wake‑On‑LAN |
| Audio Codec | VIA VT1718S 7.1‑channel HD Audio |
| BIOS | AMI 16 Mb Legal BIOS |
It uses an LGA1156 (1156‑Pin) socket.
The board has four DDR3 DIMM slots and supports up to 16 GB of system memory.
A VIA VT1718S 7.1‑channel HD Audio codec is built in.
The motherboard uses a Realtek RTL8111 DL controller that supports Wake‑On‑LAN.