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GIGABYTE GA-A55M-S2V AMD A-Series Motherboard Product Details

GIGABYTE GA-A55M-S2V AMD A-Series Motherboard
The GIGABYTE GA-A55M-S2V AMD A-Series Motherboard is the right motherboard if you are building a Micro ATX computer. The GIGABYTE GA-A55M-S2V AMD A-Series Motherboard is compatible with AMD A and E2 series of APUs (accelerated processing unit), which is configured for small form factor computers.

This motherboard supports DDR3 memory, and it can accommodate two graphics card simultaneously. The GIGABYTE GA-A55M-S2V AMD A-Series Motherboard comes with the integrated AMD APU Graphics with DirectX 11 support so you can achieve visual acceleration out of the box. It also has a RAID support so you can maximize the security and performance of your system.

What It Is And Why You Need It:

  • Compatible with AMD A and E2 series of APUs; it allows you to build up a slim computer system packed with powerful performance
  • DDR3 memory support; it provides faster computing speed
  • Multi-GPU ready; it allows you to install more than one video card
  • RAID support; it lets you configure your HDD for maximum storage or for optimum  data security

AMD Dual Graphics: Unrivalled Upgradability
The AMD A75/A55 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.


Note: This new design requires APUs/CPUs in an FM1 packaged and is not backwards compatible with the AM3 CPUs.

Note: A Discrete Graphics Card is required if you are installing an FM1 Package CPU without Integrated Graphics Processor (IGP).

Specifications

Motherboard Specifications
Processor Socket AMD
Processor Interface Socket FM1
Form Factor MicroATX
Processors Supported AMD A Series APUs
  AMD E2 Series APUs
  AMD Athlon II (FM1 Package)
  AMD Sempron (FM1 Package)
Additional Technologies GIGABYTE Touch BIOS
  AMD Dual Graphics
Multi-GPU Support AMD Dual Graphics
Chipset
Northbridge AMD A55
Memory
Memory Type DDR3
Memory Supported DDR3 1333MHz
  DDR3 1066MHz
  DDR3 1600MHz
  DDR3 1866MHz
  DDR3 2400MHz (OC)
Number of Pins 240-Pin
Maximum Memory Supported 32GB - 64bit
Number of Slots 2
Max. Memory Supported Per Slot 16GB
Audio
Channels 7.1 Channels
Audio Chipset Realtek ALC887
Video
Video Chipset Integrated AMD APU Graphics
Rending Ability DirectX 11
LAN
LAN Type 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit
I/O Ports
PS/2 Keyboard Connectors 1
PS/2 Mouse Connectors 1
Serial Communication Ports 1 header
Parallel Ports None
USB Ports (Total) 8
USB 3.0 Ports None
USB Rear Panel Ports 4
USB Onboard Headers 2 - (expandable to 4 USB ports)
LAN Ports 1
Audio Out Jacks 1
IDE Headers None
FDD Headers None
Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s Headers 6
Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s Headers None
ATX Power Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX Main Power Connector
PC Power Connectors 1 - 4 Pin
Fan Connectors 1 x CPU
  1 x System
VGA Ports 1
DVI Ports 1
HDMI Ports None
DisplayPorts None
Expansion Slots
PCI Slots 1
PCI Express X1 Slots 2
PCI Express X16 Slots 1
RAID
RAID Support Yes
RAID Modes 0
  1
  10
  JBOD
Dimensions
Length 24.4cm
Width 21.0cm

Customer Reviews

3.6 (6 customer reviews)

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Value
 3.8
Features
 3.0
Quality
 3.5
Performance
 4.0
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Overall
3.5
Value
 3.0
Features
 2.0
Quality
 4.0
Performance
 5.0
Reviewer:
the guy with the face,
Date:
Oct 17, 2012
Could be better

Bought this board for my A8 3870k. Had to update the bios to keep from crashing every ten minutes. Also, with only 4 on board usb ports adding devices is a bit of a hassle, specially since both my keyboard and mouse are usb.

Overall
5.0
Value
 5.0
Features
 5.0
Quality
 5.0
Performance
 5.0
Reviewer:
JONHICKOX
Date:
Sep 18, 2012
Perfect for a budget gaming system

Got this and got dual graphics with the A6 and radeon 6670. works great.

Overall
5.0
Value
 5.0
Features
 5.0
Quality
 5.0
Performance
 5.0
Reviewer:
Zandango,
Date:
May 25, 2012
Best Combo Deal, Wish I could get more !!

By far the best motherboard and CPU combo I have ever purchased. My customers rave about the speed, and the video rates they get. Only, not available on line anymore...

Overall
1.0
Value
 1.0
Features
 1.0
Quality
 1.0
Performance
 1.0
Reviewer:
aaronjms
Date:
May 17, 2012
Extremely Disappointed

This is the third motherboard in a row I purchased from you that was dead on arrival. I used to be able to rely on you for at least semi adequate quality but this is horrible!

Overall
2.8
Value
 4.0
Features
 2.0
Quality
 2.0
Performance
 3.0
Reviewer:
,
Date:
May 01, 2012
Strange animal

Of the many motherboards I've used to build barebone kits this is the only motherboard that used only two (2) pins for CMOS. All my other boards came with a three (3) pin setup and a jumper to use to clear CMOS. Needless to say with a two (2) setup (and no supplied jumper) when I would need to clear CMOS it's up to me to locate a jumper in my spare parts box.

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  • Manufactured by: GIGABYTE
    Warranty provided by: GIGABYTE
    Limited Warranty: 36 months parts; 36 months labor
    Mfg Part No: GA-A55M-S2V
    UPC No: 818313013668
    Box Size: ( Length: 10, Width: 10, Depth: 2 )
    Shipping Weight: 1.9500 pound(s)
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  • Limited Warranty: A full text version of the limited warranty may be obtained by mailing a self addressed, stamped envelope to the address below and requesting the warranty for item number: G452-1048

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