Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- A55M-HV
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- ZH · EN
- Last added
- 2012-03-15
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ASRock A55M-HVS Motherboard User Manual
This manual guides users through the physical installation of the ASRock A55M-HVS motherboard, including CPU, memory, expansion cards, and storage devices. It also covers pre‑installation precautions and detailed connector descriptions.
The later sections describe the UEFI BIOS utility, configuration options for CPU, memory, storage, and peripherals, as well as software support, driver installation, and troubleshooting tips.
ASRock A55M-HV specifications
| CPU socket | FM1 (supports up to 100 W processors) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | AMD A55 FCH (Hudson‑D2) |
| Expansion slots | 1 × PCIe x16, 1 × PCIe x1, 1 × PCI |
| SATA ports | 6 × SATA2 (3.0 Gb/s) connectors, RAID 0/1/10 support |
All ASRock A55M-HV documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
Which storage configuration should I select for Windows 7/8 for best performance?
Set the Storage Configuration option in the BIOS to AHCI mode.
Which operating systems are supported by the ASRock A55M-HVS motherboard?
The board supports Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/ Vista 64‑bit, and Windows XP/XP 64‑bit, both with and without RAID functions.
What type of CPU socket does the motherboard use?
It uses the AMD Socket FM1 for 100 W processors.