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... 1, 2011, either (1) for which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you wish to have it from http://support.asus.com/download; This offer is valid to anyone in obtaining the full corresponding source code we can coordinate the terms and cost of ...EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS...
... 1, 2011, either (1) for which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you wish to have it from http://support.asus.com/download; This offer is valid to anyone in obtaining the full corresponding source code we can coordinate the terms and cost of ...EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS...
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... 3-23 3.6.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-24 3.6.4 USB Configuration 3-26 3.6.5 PCIPnP 3-27 3.7 Power menu 3-28 3.7.1 Suspend Mode [Auto 3-28 3.7.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No 3-28 3.7.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled 3-28
... 3-23 3.6.3 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-24 3.6.4 USB Configuration 3-26 3.6.5 PCIPnP 3-27 3.7 Power menu 3-28 3.7.1 Suspend Mode [Auto 3-28 3.7.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume [No 3-28 3.7.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled 3-28
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... Device Priority 3-32 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-33 3.8.3 Security 3-34 3.9 Tools menu 3-36 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-36 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.9.3 AI NET 2 3-38 3.9.4 Drive Xpert Configuration 3-39 3.10 Exit menu 3-40 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM...
... Device Priority 3-32 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-33 3.8.3 Security 3-34 3.9 Tools menu 3-36 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-36 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.9.3 AI NET 2 3-38 3.9.4 Drive Xpert Configuration 3-39 3.10 Exit menu 3-40 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM...
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Contents Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-4 5.2.1 Requirements 5-4 5.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards 5-4 5.2.3 Installing the device drivers 5-5 5.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-5 vii
Contents Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-4 5.2.1 Requirements 5-4 5.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards 5-4 5.2.3 Installing the device drivers 5-5 5.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-5 vii
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... system components. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: ...description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. •...
... system components. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: ...description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. •...
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...asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (at back panel) (continued on the next page) Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - P6X58-E PRO... specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth Audio IEEE 1394 USB xii ...
...asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). ** Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (at back panel) (continued on the next page) Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-Retasking - P6X58-E PRO... specifications summary CPU Chipset System bus Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth Audio IEEE 1394 USB xii ...
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... - Multi-language BIOS - Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch ASUS EPU - MemOK! - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS DIGI+ VRM Utility ASUS TPU - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS MyLogo 2 - AI Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - Exclusive Smartphone Interface supporting iPhone, Android, Windows Mobile, and Symbian systems ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Q-Shield - P6X58-E PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design Back panel I /O ports (continued on the next...
... - Multi-language BIOS - Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch ASUS EPU - MemOK! - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS DIGI+ VRM Utility ASUS TPU - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS MyLogo 2 - AI Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - Exclusive Smartphone Interface supporting iPhone, Android, Windows Mobile, and Symbian systems ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Q-Shield - P6X58-E PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design Back panel I /O ports (continued on the next...
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... by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiv P6X58-E PRO specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 2 x USB 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (navy...
... by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiv P6X58-E PRO specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 2 x USB 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (navy...
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...missing, contact your package with different models. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 1-1 Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P6X58-E PRO motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard... devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Q-shield 1 x 3-way SLI Bridge 1 x SLI Bridge • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. User Manual 1 x ASUS P6X58-E PRO motherboard 1 x User guide 1 x Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables...
...missing, contact your package with different models. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 1-1 Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P6X58-E PRO motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard... devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Q-shield 1 x 3-way SLI Bridge 1 x SLI Bridge • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. User Manual 1 x ASUS P6X58-E PRO motherboard 1 x User guide 1 x Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables...
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...to chapter 5 for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 3-Way SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ support The P6X58-E PRO breaks the boundaries to 25.6 GB/s. The triple-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of up to -point links, allowing ... Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ i7 processors in LGA1366 package with integrated memory controller to 6Gb/s data transfer rates. Built...
...to chapter 5 for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 3-Way SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ support The P6X58-E PRO breaks the boundaries to 25.6 GB/s. The triple-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of up to -point links, allowing ... Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Processor support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ i7 processors in LGA1366 package with integrated memory controller to 6Gb/s data transfer rates. Built...
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.... MemOK! ASUS P6X58-E PRO 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with minimal power loss. All are accessible through a user-friendly interface. is among the top concerns during computer upgrades. Super Alloy Power chokes contain a metal compound instead of standard iron, supporting of rated ...current, or 25% higher than conventional chokes. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features BT GO! (Bluetooth) Onboard Bluetooth wireless design ...
.... MemOK! ASUS P6X58-E PRO 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with minimal power loss. All are accessible through a user-friendly interface. is among the top concerns during computer upgrades. Super Alloy Power chokes contain a metal compound instead of standard iron, supporting of rated ...current, or 25% higher than conventional chokes. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features BT GO! (Bluetooth) Onboard Bluetooth wireless design ...
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... Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is the standard way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (6 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for one DIMM per ... install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-11 Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel or triple-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you...
... Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is the standard way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (6 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for one DIMM per ... install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-11 Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel or triple-channel configuration. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you...
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...1.65 8-8-8 1.65 9-9-9 1.65 9-9-9 1.65 7-7-7 1.65 8-8-8 1.65 7-7-7 1.65 7-7-7 1.65 8-8-8 1.65 8-8-8 1.65 8-8-8 1.65 8 - 9 - - - 8 - DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 3 46 ••• •• ••• ••• •• • ••• •• •••...8226;• ••• ••• ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-13 N/A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...
...1.65 8-8-8 1.65 9-9-9 1.65 9-9-9 1.65 7-7-7 1.65 8-8-8 1.65 7-7-7 1.65 7-7-7 1.65 8-8-8 1.65 8-8-8 1.65 8-8-8 1.65 8 - 9 - - - 8 - DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 3 46 ••• •• ••• ••• •• • ••• •• •••...8226;• ••• ••• ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-13 N/A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ...
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...A1, B1 and C1) and the black slot A2 as one set of Triple-channel memory configuration • 6 DIMM: Supports six (6) modules inserted into both the orange slots and the black slots as two set of Triple-channel memory configuration. •...DS HYNIX H5TQ1G83AFPG7C 7 DS HYNIX HY5TQ1G831ZNFP-G7 7 SS Kingston D1288JPNDPLD9U 7 DS Elpida J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 DS KINGSTON D1288JELDNGD9U - Chapter 2 P6X58-E PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFD Crucial CT12872BA1067.9FF ...
...A1, B1 and C1) and the black slot A2 as one set of Triple-channel memory configuration • 6 DIMM: Supports six (6) modules inserted into both the orange slots and the black slots as two set of Triple-channel memory configuration. •...DS HYNIX H5TQ1G83AFPG7C 7 DS HYNIX HY5TQ1G831ZNFP-G7 7 SS Kingston D1288JPNDPLD9U 7 DS Elpida J1108BDSE-DJ-F 7 DS KINGSTON D1288JELDNGD9U - Chapter 2 P6X58-E PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1067 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFD Crucial CT12872BA1067.9FF ...
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... removing DIMMs or other system components. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-17 Chapter 2 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unlock the DIMM. 2 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that 1 the notch on the...on the socket. 2 1 DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with extra force. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1 1 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Unlock a DIMM socket by both the motherboard and the components. 1. Hold the DIMM...
... removing DIMMs or other system components. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-17 Chapter 2 2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unlock the DIMM. 2 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that 1 the notch on the...on the socket. 2 1 DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with extra force. Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1 1 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. Unlock a DIMM socket by both the motherboard and the components. 1. Hold the DIMM...
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... the slots and the expansion cards that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. See Chapter 3 for the card. 2. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on the system and change...
... the slots and the expansion cards that the cards do so may need IRQ assignments. Turn on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that they support. See Chapter 3 for the card. 2. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on the system and change...
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... slots that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. 2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots...
... slots that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. 2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots...
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... disk drives. Chapter 2 • These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-31 ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-6 [blue]) These connectors are set the Configure SATA as item in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using...
... disk drives. Chapter 2 • These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for details. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-31 ICH10R Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-6 [blue]) These connectors are set the Configure SATA as item in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later version before using...
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... want to install a Windows operating system to a RAID configuration created using the Marvell SATA controller, you have to create a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS installation. Chapter 2 2.
... want to install a Windows operating system to a RAID configuration created using the Marvell SATA controller, you have to create a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS installation. Chapter 2 2.
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...damage the motherboard! 3. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-33 The USB module cable is purchased separately. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module... Mbps connection speed. Chapter 2 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connectors....
...damage the motherboard! 3. Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. ASUS P6X58-E PRO 2-33 The USB module cable is purchased separately. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module... Mbps connection speed. Chapter 2 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connectors....