This document is an installation guide for the ASRock H55M motherboard, providing information on its features and characteristics.
This Quick Installation Guide introduces the ASRock H55M Micro‑ATX motherboard, its package contents, and basic layout. It includes a brief introduction, a list of items supplied, and a description of the board’s connectors, slots, and headers.
The guide also details the technical specifications such as supported CPUs, memory types, expansion slots, audio and networking features, BIOS capabilities, and safety warnings. It points users to the support CD for drivers and utilities and directs them to the ASRock website for updates.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 8.8", 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA1156 |
| Chipset | Intel H55 |
| Memory Slots | 2 x DDR3 DIMM slots (Dual Channel) |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 8 GB |
| SATA Ports | 4 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors |
| LAN | Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio Codec | VIA VT1718S 7.1‑channel HD Audio |
| Power Connectors | 24‑pin ATX and 8‑pin 12 V connectors |
| BIOS | 16 Mb AMI Legal BIOS |
It uses an LGA1156 socket.
The board offers four SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors.
The motherboard includes a VIA VT1718S 7.1‑channel HD Audio codec.
It is a Micro ATX board measuring 9.6 in × 8.8 in (24.4 cm × 22.4 cm).