1.3 Motherboard Layout

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

2

3

4

5

6

 

7

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20.3cm (8.0-in)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keyboard PS2

Mouse

PS2

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU_FAN1

CPU_FAN2

PWR_FAN1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VGA1

 

 

 

 

ATX12V1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2400+

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVI1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOCKET FM1

GraphicsDDR3

DDR3 A1(64bit,240-pinmodule)

DDR3 A2(64bit,240-pinmodule)

DDR3 B1(64bit,240-pinmodule)

DDR3 B2(64bit,240-pinmodule)

 

 

USB 2.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30.5cm(12.0-in)

 

T: USB4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B: USB5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB 2.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

T: USB2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B: USB3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DX11

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dual

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB 2.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

T: USB0

Top:

Gigabit LAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B: USB1

RJ-45

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MI Bottom: CI N

FRON Center: T

LINE Top: IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

36

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

35

 

 

 

 

 

 

A55iCafe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

34

 

 

RoHS

 

PCIE1

 

 

 

 

SATA2_1

SATA2_2

 

SATA2_4

 

ATXPWR1

12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CODEC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA2_6

SATA2_3

 

SATA2_5

 

 

33

DesignedTaipeiin

 

 

 

 

PCIE2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

32

Ready

 

 

 

 

 

PCIE3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14

 

 

 

 

 

XFast LAN

XFast USB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15

 

ErP/EuP

 

CMOS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BATTERY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AMD

 

 

 

 

31

 

 

 

 

 

32Mb

 

 

 

 

A55 FCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BIOS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Hudson-D2)

 

 

16

 

 

Super

 

 

 

PCI1

 

 

 

Chipset

 

 

 

 

 

 

I/O

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CLRCMOS1

 

 

 

USB6_7

 

 

USB10_11

PANEL 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB8_9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HD_AUDIO1 1

 

 

 

IR1

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHA_FAN1

 

 

 

 

1

 

HDMI_SPDIF1

1

1

1

1

 

1

1

1

PLED1

 

SPEAKER1

17

 

 

1

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

29

28 27

26

25

24

23

22

21

20

19

18

1

ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)

 

 

18

Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)

2

CPU Heatsink Retention Module

 

 

 

 

19

Power LED Header (PLED1)

3

CPU Socket

 

 

 

 

 

 

20

System Panel Header (PANEL1, White)

4

CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)

 

 

 

21

USB 2.0 Header (USB10_11, Blue)

5

CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2)

 

 

 

22

USB 2.0 Header (USB8_9, Blue)

6

Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1)

 

 

 

23

USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue)

7

2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots

 

 

 

 

24

Consumer Infrared Module Header (CIR1)

 

(Dual Channel A: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1; Blue)

 

25

Infrared Module Header (IR1)

8

2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots

 

 

 

 

26

COM Port Header (COM1)

 

(Dual Channel B: DDR3_A2, DDR3_B2; White)

 

27

HDMI_SPDIF Header (HDMI_SPDIF1, White)

9

SATA2 Connector (SATA2_1, Blue)

 

 

 

28

Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)

10

SATA2 Connector (SATA2_2, Blue)

 

 

 

29

Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1, White)

11

SATA2 Connector (SATA2_4, Blue)

 

 

 

30

PCI Slots (PCI1-2)

12

ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)

 

 

 

31

SPI Flash Memory (32Mb)

13

SATA2 Connector (SATA2_5, Blue)

 

 

 

32

PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE3; Blue)

14

SATA2 Connector (SATA2_3, Blue)

 

 

 

33

PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE2; White)

15

SATA2 Connector (SATA2_6, Blue)

 

 

 

34

PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1; White)

16

Southbridge Controller

 

 

 

 

 

35

Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3)

17

Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, White)

36

Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)

11

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ASRock A55iCafe manual Motherboard Layout, Socket FM1

A55iCafe specifications

The ASRock A55iCafe is a compact yet powerful motherboard designed for the AMD A-series APUs, catering primarily to users looking for a budget-friendly yet efficient solution for their computing needs. This micro ATX motherboard strikes a balance between affordability and advanced features, making it an attractive option for both casual users and gamers on a budget.

One of the main highlights of the ASRock A55iCafe is its support for AMD's FM2 socket, which is compatible with the A-series and Athlon processors. This allows users to leverage the rich graphics performance embedded in the APUs, making it an ideal choice for light gaming and multimedia tasks. Additionally, the motherboard supports dual-channel DDR3 memory, with a maximum capacity of up to 32GB, providing ample memory bandwidth for multitasking and demanding applications.

The A55iCafe also features a robust selection of connectivity options. It comes equipped with six SATA 3 connectors, allowing for high-speed data transfer with SSDs and HDDs. Moreover, it includes USB 3.0 ports, which provide faster data transfer rates compared to their USB 2.0 counterparts. The inclusion of HDMI and DVI ports facilitates seamless integration with high-definition displays, ensuring that users can enjoy crisp visuals for gaming and media consumption.

Another notable characteristic of the ASRock A55iCafe is its integrated audio capabilities. With the Realtek ALC662 audio codec, this motherboard provides high-definition audio output, enhancing the overall multimedia experience for users. It also features a 7.1 channel audio output option for those who want a more immersive experience.

The motherboard is designed with durability in mind, featuring high-quality capacitors and a robust power delivery system that ensures stable performance under load. Additionally, ASRock's proprietary technologies, such as XFast LAN, improve network performance by reducing latency, which is crucial for gamers and users who need a stable internet connection.

In conclusion, the ASRock A55iCafe stands out as an excellent choice for users looking to build a compact and cost-effective system. With its support for AMD APUs, generous connectivity options, integrated audio capabilities, and smart design features, it serves multiple purposes, from everyday computing to light gaming and media tasks. Whether you're a budget-conscious gamer, a multimedia enthusiast, or a casual user, the ASRock A55iCafe offers an impressive array of features tailored to your needs.