Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- P55DE
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 3
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-03-15
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ASRock P55DE Pro / P55DE3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
This Quick Installation Guide introduces the ASRock P55DE Pro / P55DE3 motherboard, its specifications, and step‑by‑step procedures for installing the CPU, memory, and other components. It also points users to the full User Manual on the support CD for more detailed information.
Key sections cover the motherboard layout, I/O panel, connector descriptions, BIOS features, pre‑installation precautions, CPU installation, and safety warnings. The guide includes a specifications table, a list of supported graphics cards, and links to ASRock’s website for the latest drivers and utilities.
ASRock P55DE specifications
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0 in x 8.3 in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA1156 (1156‑Pin) |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum System Memory | 16 GB |
| Chipset | Intel® P55 |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit Ethernet |
| SATA Connectors | 4 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors |
Source: ASRock P55DE Pro / P55DE3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
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Questions answered in these manuals
How many DDR3 DIMM slots does the motherboard have?
The motherboard provides four DDR3 DIMM slots.
From: ASRock P55DE Pro / P55DE3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
What type of CPU socket does the motherboard use?
It uses an LGA1156 1156‑Pin CPU socket.
From: ASRock P55DE Pro / P55DE3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
Which Windows operating systems are supported by this motherboard?
The board supports Microsoft® Windows® 7/7 64‑bit, Vista™/Vista™ 64‑bit, XP and XP 64‑bit.
How many USB 2.0 ports are available on the rear I/O panel?
There are six ready‑to‑use USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel.