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... of Contents Before You Begin 8 Parts NOT in the Kit 8 Intentions of the Kit 8 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard 9 Motherboard Specifications 9 Unpacking and Parts Descriptions 11 Unpacking...11 Equipment ...11 Intel X58 Express Chipset Motherboard 13 Hardware Installation 16 Safety Instructions 16 Preparing the Motherboard 17 Installing the CPU 17 Installing the CPU Fan 18...
... of Contents Before You Begin 8 Parts NOT in the Kit 8 Intentions of the Kit 8 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard 9 Motherboard Specifications 9 Unpacking and Parts Descriptions 11 Unpacking...11 Equipment ...11 Intel X58 Express Chipset Motherboard 13 Hardware Installation 16 Safety Instructions 16 Preparing the Motherboard 17 Installing the CPU 17 Installing the CPU Fan 18...
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EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Connecting IDE Hard Disk Drives 24 Connecting Serial ATA Cables 25 Connecting Internal Headers 26 Front Panel Header 26 IEEE 1394a 27 USB Headers ... and LED Status Indicators 34 Post Port Debug LED 34 LED Status Indicators 34 Jumper Settings 35 PCIE Disable Jumper 35 Voltage Measure Point 36 EVGA Control Panel ECP 37 Configuring the BIOS 44 Enter BIOS Setup 45 Main Menu ...45 Standard CMOS Features Menu 48 Date and Time 49 SATA...
EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Connecting IDE Hard Disk Drives 24 Connecting Serial ATA Cables 25 Connecting Internal Headers 26 Front Panel Header 26 IEEE 1394a 27 USB Headers ... and LED Status Indicators 34 Post Port Debug LED 34 LED Status Indicators 34 Jumper Settings 35 PCIE Disable Jumper 35 Voltage Measure Point 36 EVGA Control Panel ECP 37 Configuring the BIOS 44 Enter BIOS Setup 45 Main Menu ...45 Standard CMOS Features Menu 48 Date and Time 49 SATA...
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EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Halt On ...51 Memory ...51 Advanced BIOS Features 52 Hard Disk Boot Priority 53 First/Second/Third Boot Device 53 Boot Other Device 53 ...
EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Halt On ...51 Memory ...51 Advanced BIOS Features 52 Hard Disk Boot Priority 53 First/Second/Third Boot Device 53 Boot Other Device 53 ...
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POST Codes 77 EVGA Glossary of Terms 84 6 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard PCI/VGA Palette Snoop 63 INT Pin 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 Assignment 64 Maximum Payload Size 64 PC Health Status Menu 65 SmartFan Function 66 Frequency/Voltage Control Menu 67 Extreme Cooling 67 Memory Feature 68 Voltage Control 69 CPU Feature 72 CPU Clock Ratio 73 CPU Host Frequency (Mhz 73 CPU Uncore Frequency (Mhz 74 Spread Spectrum 74 PCIE Frequency (Mhz 74 Save Profile 74 Load Profile 74 Installing Drivers and Software 75 Windows XP/Vista Drivers Install 76 Appendix A.
POST Codes 77 EVGA Glossary of Terms 84 6 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard PCI/VGA Palette Snoop 63 INT Pin 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 Assignment 64 Maximum Payload Size 64 PC Health Status Menu 65 SmartFan Function 66 Frequency/Voltage Control Menu 67 Extreme Cooling 67 Memory Feature 68 Voltage Control 69 CPU Feature 72 CPU Clock Ratio 73 CPU Host Frequency (Mhz 73 CPU Uncore Frequency (Mhz 74 Spread Spectrum 74 PCIE Frequency (Mhz 74 Save Profile 74 Load Profile 74 Installing Drivers and Software 75 Windows XP/Vista Drivers Install 76 Appendix A.
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EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard List of Figures Figure 1. Chassis Backpanel Connectors 15 Figure 3. Integrated Peripherals Menu 55 Figure 7. PnP/PCI Configuration Menu 62 Figure 9. Memory Feature Menu 68 ... Figure 5. PC Health Status Menu 65 Figure 10. Advanced BIOS Features Menu 52 Figure 6. CPU Feature Menu 72 7 Frequency/Voltage Control Menu 67 Figure 11. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Layout 14 Figure 2. Power Management Setup Menu 59 Figure 8.
EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard List of Figures Figure 1. Chassis Backpanel Connectors 15 Figure 3. Integrated Peripherals Menu 55 Figure 7. PnP/PCI Configuration Menu 62 Figure 9. Memory Feature Menu 68 ... Figure 5. PC Health Status Menu 65 Figure 10. Advanced BIOS Features Menu 52 Figure 6. CPU Feature Menu 72 7 Frequency/Voltage Control Menu 67 Figure 11. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Layout 14 Figure 2. Power Management Setup Menu 59 Figure 8.
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... in the Kit This kit contains all connecting cables necessary to allow for the microprocessor System memory support Graphics Card Power Supply EVGA assumes you with the motherboard and all the hardware necessary to reinstall an operating system even though the current drives have purchased all the necessary... the motherboard into a PC case. Parts NOT in the kit. If you are replacing a motherboard, you will not need to install and connect your new EVGA X58 SLI Classified motherboard. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Before You Begin...
... in the Kit This kit contains all connecting cables necessary to allow for the microprocessor System memory support Graphics Card Power Supply EVGA assumes you with the motherboard and all the hardware necessary to reinstall an operating system even though the current drives have purchased all the necessary... the motherboard into a PC case. Parts NOT in the kit. If you are replacing a motherboard, you will not need to install and connect your new EVGA X58 SLI Classified motherboard. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Before You Begin...
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... mode Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate 9 When combined with two or three SLI-Ready NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards, you for enhanced system performance. Motherboard Specifications Size EATX form factor of ...Vista 32bit/64bit Contains INTEL X58 and ICH10R chipset System Memory support Supports triple channel DDR3-1600+. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Thank you get innovative NVIDIA SLI Technology for buying the EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard. This motherboard offers the tools and...
... mode Supports USB 2.0 protocol up to 480 Mbps transmission rate 9 When combined with two or three SLI-Ready NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards, you for enhanced system performance. Motherboard Specifications Size EATX form factor of ...Vista 32bit/64bit Contains INTEL X58 and ICH10R chipset System Memory support Supports triple channel DDR3-1600+. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Thank you get innovative NVIDIA SLI Technology for buying the EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard. This motherboard offers the tools and...
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... One PCI Express x1 slot Four PCI Express x16/x8 slots 10 depends on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (Suspend to disk - EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Nine(9) onboard Serial ATA II + one(1) eSATA II 300MBps data transfer rate Six Serial ATA II connectors from south bridge with...
... One PCI Express x1 slot Four PCI Express x16/x8 slots 10 depends on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (Suspend to disk - EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Nine(9) onboard Serial ATA II + one(1) eSATA II 300MBps data transfer rate Six Serial ATA II connectors from south bridge with...
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Visual Guide Helps to a new chassis. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Unpacking The EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED motherboard comes with EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED motherboard. All parts shipped in the packing box. Equipment The following accessories are included with all the necessary cables for 2-Way, Quad, 3-Way, and 3-Way SLI w/ PhysX configurations. If you through the hardware installation of these...
Visual Guide Helps to a new chassis. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Unpacking The EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED motherboard comes with EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED motherboard. All parts shipped in the packing box. Equipment The following accessories are included with all the necessary cables for 2-Way, Quad, 3-Way, and 3-Way SLI w/ PhysX configurations. If you through the hardware installation of these...
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... Cable Passes data between the IDE connection on the motherboard and IDE device. 1 - 2-Way SLI Bridge Bridges two (2) graphic cards together which allows for 2-Way SLI. 1 - 3-Way SLI Bridge Bridges three (3) graphic cards together which allows for 3- Installation CD Contains drivers and software ... additional IEEE1394a port to the back panel of the chassis and provides two additional USB ports to the back panel. 6 - EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard I/O Shield Installs in the system case to block radio frequency transmissions, protect internal components from dust, foreign objects, and ...
... Cable Passes data between the IDE connection on the motherboard and IDE device. 1 - 2-Way SLI Bridge Bridges two (2) graphic cards together which allows for 2-Way SLI. 1 - 3-Way SLI Bridge Bridges three (3) graphic cards together which allows for 3- Installation CD Contains drivers and software ... additional IEEE1394a port to the back panel of the chassis and provides two additional USB ports to the back panel. 6 - EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard I/O Shield Installs in the system case to block radio frequency transmissions, protect internal components from dust, foreign objects, and ...
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Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors. 13 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Intel X58 Express Chipset Motherboard The EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard with the Intel X58 and ICH10R chipset is a SLI-ready motherboard.
Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors. 13 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Intel X58 Express Chipset Motherboard The EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard with the Intel X58 and ICH10R chipset is a SLI-ready motherboard.
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... connector 17. Front panel Audio connector 25. Power button 19. PCI slot 23. PCI Express x1 slot 24. DDR3 DIMM slots 1 - 6 5. PCIE x16 disable jumpers 9. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard 22 23 25 21 21 24 21 21 10 20 19 18 17 7 7 16 15 14 13 12 11 26 7 1 2 3 4 3 10 9 87 6 5 1. Reset button...
... connector 17. Front panel Audio connector 25. Power button 19. PCI slot 23. PCI Express x1 slot 24. DDR3 DIMM slots 1 - 6 5. PCIE x16 disable jumpers 9. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard 22 23 25 21 21 24 21 21 10 20 19 18 17 7 7 16 15 14 13 12 11 26 7 1 2 3 4 3 10 9 87 6 5 1. Reset button...
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... 8-Channel________ Line-In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Figure 2. Optical SPDIF output 6. 1394a (Firewire) port 7. eSATA port 8. 1 4 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard 8 8 6 2 3 5 2 7 2 2 9 1. USB 2.0 ports (Eight) 3.
... 8-Channel________ Line-In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Figure 2. Optical SPDIF output 6. 1394a (Firewire) port 7. eSATA port 8. 1 4 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard 8 8 6 2 3 5 2 7 2 2 9 1. USB 2.0 ports (Eight) 3.
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.... Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis. 16 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions.
.... Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before removing or installing any equipment from/to the computer chassis. 16 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions.
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EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Preparing the Motherboard The motherboard shipped in the socket to complete this installation. There is a protective socket cover in the box does not contain a ...
EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Preparing the Motherboard The motherboard shipped in the socket to complete this installation. There is a protective socket cover in the box does not contain a ...
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... motherboard. The CPU installation is correct for your chassis type and your fan assembly. Be sure that can be used with your fan assembly. 18 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard 5. Align the notches in the socket. 7. Lower the processor straight down while you close and engage the socket lever. 8. Align notches with the notches...
... motherboard. The CPU installation is correct for your chassis type and your fan assembly. Be sure that can be used with your fan assembly. 18 EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard 5. Align the notches in the socket. 7. Lower the processor straight down while you close and engage the socket lever. 8. Align notches with the notches...
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... the module vertically into : DIMM slots 1, 3 and 5. Six DIMMs: If using more than 4 DIMMs, use: DIMM slots 2, 1, 4, and 3 then proceed to ensure normal operation. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Installing Memory DIMMs Your new motherboard has six 240-pin slots for the location of the memory slots.) One DIMM: If using 1 DIMM...
... the module vertically into : DIMM slots 1, 3 and 5. Six DIMMs: If using more than 4 DIMMs, use: DIMM slots 2, 1, 4, and 3 then proceed to ensure normal operation. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Installing Memory DIMMs Your new motherboard has six 240-pin slots for the location of the memory slots.) One DIMM: If using 1 DIMM...
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EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Installing the Motherboard The sequence of the chassis. Determine if it fits securely. Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of ...
EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Installing the Motherboard The sequence of the chassis. Determine if it fits securely. Before installing the motherboard, install the I/O shield from the inside of ...
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... that you through all the connections and switch settings necessary on the motherboard, it is recommended that do not align with a minimum of nine (9) spacers. 1. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis Most computer chassis have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the mother board to be secured...
... that you through all the connections and switch settings necessary on the motherboard, it is recommended that do not align with a minimum of nine (9) spacers. 1. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Securing the Motherboard into the Chassis Most computer chassis have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the mother board to be secured...
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.... PW1 Motherboard Connector 22 Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly aligned with the connector on page 14 to PW1 Figure 3. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Serial ATA II Chassis Fans USB 2.0 Expansion slots CMOS Clear Button Jumper Settings See Figure 1 on the motherboard...
.... PW1 Motherboard Connector 22 Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly aligned with the connector on page 14 to PW1 Figure 3. EVGA X58 SLI CLASSIFIED Motherboard Serial ATA II Chassis Fans USB 2.0 Expansion slots CMOS Clear Button Jumper Settings See Figure 1 on the motherboard...