Gigabyte A55M-S2HP Motherboard AMD Socket FM1 A75 ATX SATA RAID Gigabit LAN (rev. 1.0)

Summary

GIGABYTE Super4 motherboards are the latest range of next-generation desktop motherboards based on the AMD A75 chipset, supporting a new generation socket FM1 of 32nm AMD A-series/E-series APUs with DirectX11 graphics integrated. Not only delivering AMD\'s industry-leading performance and advanced graphics capabilities, GIGABYTE Super4 motherboards are equipped with a comprehensive range of unique features that offer mainstream PC users the most compelling platform on the market today. The AMD A75 series platform showcases AMD Dual Graphics technology, allowing users to further boost 3D graphics performance by adding an additional discrete AMD Radeon HD 6000 series graphics card to the system. This unique Dual Graphics technology means users can enjoy higher frame rates on the latest gaming titles, utilizing the processing power of both discrete and integrated graphics processors. Flexible graphics capabilities - Up to 2 VGA cards are supported for 2 way AMD CrossFireX (running at x16, x4 bandwidth), delivering the ultimate in graphics performance for gaming enthusiasts who demand the highest frame rates without compromising on resolution. DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is a new video interface standard designed for carrying uncompressed digital video data and to maximize the visual quality of digital display devices, such as flat LCD monitors, digital projectors, and so on. In addition, DVI interface is compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), allowing the playback of Blu-ray/HD DVD and other protected media contents. Delivering native support for DDR3 memory up to 2400MHz, GIGABYTE Ultra Durable series motherboards allow users to easily reach higher memory frequencies at lower voltages; achieving higher memory performance with lower power consumption to run even the most memory intensive applications such as high-definition video and 3D games with ease. All GIGABYTE Super4 motherboards boast specific features that guard against system malfunction and ensure extended system longevity, including GIGABYTE DualBIOS to ensure that you never experience system failure due to BIOS corruption. Additionally, each USB port has its own dedicated power fuse that prevents unwanted USB port failure, helping to safe guard your important data during transfer. All Super4 motherboards also use Solid Capacitors design that guarantee system longevity with a minimum 50,000 hrs lifespan.

Description

Hybrid EFI Technology combines the benefits of GIGABYTE\'s mature BIOS platform including stability and compatibility with 3rd party products with 3TB+ HDD support from EFI technology, allowing GIGABYTE to offer the best of both worlds through a quick and easy BIOS update using GIGABYTE\'s @BIOS utility that is freely available from the GIGABYTE website. GIGABYTE DualBIOS is a patented technology that automatically recovers BIOS data when the main BIOS has crashed or failed. Featuring 2 physical BIOS ROMs integrated onboard, GIGABYTE DualBIOS allows quick and seamless recovery from BIOS damage or failure due to viruses or improper BIOS updating. In addition, GIGABYTE DualBIOS now supports 3TB+ (terabyte) hard drive booting without the need for partitioning, and enables more data storage on a single hard drive. GIGABYTE Ultra Durable motherboards are equipped with all solid capacitors. With an average lifespan of 50,000 hours, these solid capacitors provide the stability, reliability and longevity essential to meet the power needs of high-end processors and other components running today\'s most demanding applications and games. GIGABYTE Super Speed ensures that you\'re always on the cusp of PC performance, data transfer and device charging speeds. GIGABYTE\'s unique Ultra Durable series technology makes sure that your AMD processor is running at optimal performance levels, while GIGABYTE 3x USB power means better device compatibility and also allows iPad, iPhone and iPod devices to charge up to 40% faster. AMD A-series motherboards come with new generation APU able to provide ultimate DX11 graphics performance and additional up to 45% enhanced by AMD Dual Graphics technology. GIGABYTE motherboards feature a 3x USB power boost, delivering greater compatibility and extra power for USB devices. GIGABYTE\'s unique USB power design is also able to efficiently regulate output over the full voltage range, which greatly enhances USB device compatibility. In addition, dedicated lower resistance fuses ensure lower voltage drops, and provide more stable and plentiful power delivery. As the HD multimedia revolution continues to gain momentum, so too must hardware standards in audio quality. All GIGABYTE Super4 motherboards offer excellent 7.1 surround sound audio backed by a proprietary converter that is able to achieve 108dB noise ratio (SNR) playback quality. This means that users will enjoy a better audio experience with lower levels of noise and hiss when enjoying the latest HD content.

Features

Specifications

• CPU

Installed Processors (Max)-0 (1)
Processor-( ) (L1 Cache) (L2 Cache) (L3 Cache)
Supported Processor Manufacturer-AMD
Supported Processors-A series • E2 series processors
Socket-Socket FM1

• Motherboard

Chipset-AMD \r A75
Input/Output Controller-ITE IT8720
RAID Supported-Yes \r RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, JBOD
SATA Supported-Yes

• Rear Panel I/O Ports

VGA Port-1 x D-Sub Port
Digital Port-1 x DVI-D
HDMI Port-1 x HDMI
S/PDIF Port-1 x S/PDIF output
Audio Line In Ports-1 x Line in
Audio Line Out Ports-1 x Line Out
Microphone In Port-1 x Microphone Port
Keyboard/Mouse Combo Port-1 x PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse Port
RJ-45 Ports-1 x RJ-45 Port
USB Ports-6 x USB 2.0

• Internal I/O Connectors

SATA Connectors-6 x SATA 3Gb/s
S/PDIF Connectors-1 x S/PDIF out Header
USB Connectors-3 x USB
Serial Connectors-1 x Serial Port Header
Cooling Fan Support-1 x CPU Fan • 1 x System Fan • 1 Power Fan
Front Panel Connectors-1 x front panel header • 1 x front panel audio header
TPM Header-1 x TPM Header

• Expansion

AGP Slots--
PCI Slots-1 slot(s)\r- PCI
PCI-X Slots--
PCI Express Slots-3 slot(s)\r- , 1 x PCI Express x16 (running at x16) • 1 x PCI Express x16 (running at x4) \r, 1 x PCI Express x1

• Memory

Maximum Memory-64 GB\r Dual Channel DDR3
Memory Expansion Options-4 x 1.5V DDR 3 DIMM

• Sound

Integrated Sound-Realtek ALC889 codec • High Definition Audio • 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel • Support for S/PDIF Out

• Network

Integrated Network-Realtek RTL8111E
Network Speeds Supported-10/100/1000 Mbps

• System Requirements

Operating Systems Supported-Microsoft Windows 7/Vista/XP

• System

BIOS-2 x 32 Mbit flash • Use of licensed AWARD BIOS • Support for DualBIOS • PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b
Special Features-Support for @BIOS • Support for Q-Flash • Support for Xpress BIOS Rescue • Support for Download Center • Support for Xpress Install • Support for Xpress Recovery2 • Support for EasyTune (Note 8) • Support for Smart Recovery • Support for Auto Green 10.Support for ON/OFF Charge 11.Support for 3TB+ Unlock 12.Support for Q-Share
Jumpers-Clear CMOS jumper

• Electrical

Power Connector-1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector • 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector

• Environmental

Environmental-Operating Temperature - Humidity

• Physical

Form Factor-ATX
Dimensions-24.4 cm\r(W) x 24.4 cm\r(L) - Weight

Warranty

Unless otherwise stated it the product description, products come with a minimum 1 year RTB* warranty. Certain products have an increased warranty period please contact us if you wish to confirm warranty terms/duration.

*Warranty terms for certain products may require you to return your item directly to the manufacturer/supplier.