Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- H55M
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 15
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-05-04
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ASRock H55M Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
This guide provides an overview of the ASRock H55M motherboard, including its physical layout, connector locations, and package contents. It also outlines the supported CPUs, memory types, expansion slots, and integrated features such as audio and networking.
Step‑by‑step installation instructions cover mounting the board, connecting power, SATA, USB, and front‑panel cables, as well as BIOS configuration and troubleshooting tips. Additional information on the support CD, unique ASRock features, and safety warnings are included.
ASRock H55M specifications
| Chipset | Intel® H55 |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6‑in x 8.6‑in) |
| CPU Socket | LGA1156 (supports Intel Core i7/i5/i3, Pentium G6950) |
| Memory Slots | 2 x DDR3 DIMM, dual‑channel |
| Power Phase Design | 4+1 |
| SATA Connectors | 5 x SATA III (3.0 Gb/s) connectors |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000 Mb/s) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC892 |
| Overclocking Features | Turbo 50, Turbo 100, Intel® Turbo Boost |
All ASRock H55M 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.
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Questions answered in these manuals
What CPU socket does the H55M/USB3 R2.0 motherboard use?
It uses an LGA1156 socket, supporting Intel Core i7, i5, i3 and Pentium G6950 processors.
Which LAN controller is integrated in the H55M/USB3 R2.0?
It uses a Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN controller supporting 10/100/1000 Mb/s.
What CPU socket does the ASRock H55M-GLAN use?
It uses the LGA1156 socket for Intel® Core i7/i5/i3 and Pentium® G6950 processors.
Does the motherboard support HDMI audio playback?
Yes, it supports HDMI audio with Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio when a compatible Intel CPU is installed.
What operating systems are supported by the ASRock H55M motherboard?
It supports Microsoft Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/Vista 64‑bit, and Windows XP/XP 64‑bit.
From: ASRock H55M User Manual
What is the form factor of the H55M motherboard?
It uses a Micro ATX form factor measuring 9.6 in × 8.8 in.
From: ASRock H55M User Manual