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GA-EX58-DS4 LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 100 12ME-EX58DS4-100R
GA-EX58-DS4 LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 100 12ME-EX58DS4-100R
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...reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For...: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be made by copyright laws and is 1.0. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Disclaimer Information in this...
...reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read or download the information on/from the Support\Motherboard\Technology Guide page on your motherboard revision before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For...: For quick set-up of GIGABYTE. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be made by copyright laws and is 1.0. Check your motherboard looks like this manual is protected by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Disclaimer Information in this...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard Layout 7 Block Diagram ...8 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 9 1-1 Installation Precautions 9 1-2 Product Specifications 10 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 13 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 13 1-3-2 Installing the CPU ...
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.... 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-EX58-DS4 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents... above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only.
.... 12CF1-2SERPW-01R) S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-01R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) - 6 - Box Contents GA-EX58-DS4 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield • The box contents... above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference only and the actual items shall depend on product package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only.
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GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF V1394-1 ATX_12V_2X CMOS_SW R_USB R_USB LGA1366 CPU_FAN PHASE LED PW_SW RST_SW PWR_FAN ATX USB_LAN1 AUDIO F_AUDIO SPDIF_O CD_IN PCIEX1_1 RTL8111D PCIEX4_1 Intel® X58 SPDIF_I CODEC NB_FAN PCI1 PCIEX16_1 GA-EX58-DS4 PCIEX8_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_1 ...DDR3_4 DDR3_3 DDR3_6 DDR3_5 Intel® ICH10R SYS_FAN1 BATTERY CI CLR_CMOS GSATA2_1 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 IT8720 PCI2 PCIEX8_2 TSB43AB23 GIGABYTE SATA2 GSATA2_0 IDE COMA SYS_FAN3...
GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF V1394-1 ATX_12V_2X CMOS_SW R_USB R_USB LGA1366 CPU_FAN PHASE LED PW_SW RST_SW PWR_FAN ATX USB_LAN1 AUDIO F_AUDIO SPDIF_O CD_IN PCIEX1_1 RTL8111D PCIEX4_1 Intel® X58 SPDIF_I CODEC NB_FAN PCI1 PCIEX16_1 GA-EX58-DS4 PCIEX8_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_1 ...DDR3_4 DDR3_3 DDR3_6 DDR3_5 Intel® ICH10R SYS_FAN1 BATTERY CI CLR_CMOS GSATA2_1 SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 IT8720 PCI2 PCIEX8_2 TSB43AB23 GIGABYTE SATA2 GSATA2_0 IDE COMA SYS_FAN3...
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... have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - These stickers are required for...according to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do ...
... have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have a problem related to the use of the product, please consult a certified computer technician. - 9 - These stickers are required for...according to come in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do ...
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...system memory (Note 1) Dual/3 channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support... T.I. Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_0, GSATA2_1) supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a headers) GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 10 -
...system memory (Note 1) Dual/3 channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support... T.I. Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 GIGABYTE SATA2 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices - 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_0, GSATA2_1) supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a headers) GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 10 -
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... control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you are installing two PCI Express graphics cards, it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. if you install. (Note 4) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 slot; GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 12 -
... control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you are installing two PCI Express graphics cards, it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. if you install. (Note 4) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 slot; GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 12 -
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... the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. LGA1366 CPUSocket Pin One Corner of the CPU. • Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power... cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. It ...
... the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. LGA1366 CPUSocket Pin One Corner of the CPU. • Do not turn off the computer and unplug the power... cord from the power outlet before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. 1-3-1 Installing the CPU A. It ...
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... corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index finger to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into its... CPU socket lever. Follow the steps below to hold the protective socket cover as indicated and lift it up vertically. (DO NOT touch socket contacts. GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 14 - B.
... corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index finger to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into its... CPU socket lever. Follow the steps below to hold the protective socket cover as indicated and lift it up vertically. (DO NOT touch socket contacts. GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 14 - B.
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..., on the contrary, is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male... push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the installed CPU. If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Direction of the Arrow ...
..., on the contrary, is to install.) Step 3: Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four push pins through the pin holes on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male... push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of the motherboard. Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the installed CPU. If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Direction of the Arrow ...
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...memory. If you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer.../SS DDR3_1 DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_4 - When enabling 3 Channel mode with four memory modules, be sure to install them in Dual/3 Channel mode/performance. GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS DDR3_3 DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_6 - - - DS/SS DDR3_5 DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, ...
...memory. If you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. After the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer.../SS DDR3_1 DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_4 - When enabling 3 Channel mode with four memory modules, be sure to install them in Dual/3 Channel mode/performance. GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 16 - DS/SS DDR3_3 DS/SS DS/SS DDR3_6 - - - DS/SS DDR3_5 DS/SS DS/SS DS/SS (SS=Single-Sided, DS=Double-Sided, ...
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... memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory...
... memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory...
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...Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the slot. 3. GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 18 - Align the card with your operating system. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the card ...off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x4 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install...
...Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the expansion card in the slot. 3. GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 18 - Align the card with your operating system. Turn on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the card ...off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x4 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps below to correctly install...
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... Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to clear CMOS values. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. 1-6 Back Panel...
... Out Connector This connector provides digital audio out to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to clear CMOS values. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. 1-6 Back Panel...
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... microphones still MUST be used to connect front speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in jack ( ). GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 20 - Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in jack. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Line Out Jack (Green) The default...
... microphones still MUST be used to connect front speakers in a 7.1-channel audio configuration. Refer to the instructions on setting up a 2/4/5.1/ 7.1-channel audio configuration in jack ( ). GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard - 20 - Mic In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in jack. Line In Jack (Blue) The default line in jack. Line Out Jack (Green) The default...
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..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 -
..., make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the motherboard. - 21 -
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...2x4 pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 7 +12V 8 +12V 12 24 1 13 ATX GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard ATX : Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Definition Pin No. 3.3V 13 3.3V 14 GND 15 +5V 16 GND 17 +5V 18 ... power connectors are properly installed. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. When using a power supply providing a 2x2 12V and a 2x10 power connector. 8 4 5 1 ATX_12V_2X ATX_12V_2X: Pin No. Connect the power supply ...
...2x4 pin 12V) 3 GND 4 GND 5 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 6 +12V (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 7 +12V 8 +12V 12 24 1 13 ATX GA-EX58-DS4 Motherboard ATX : Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Definition Pin No. 3.3V 13 3.3V 14 GND 15 +5V 16 GND 17 +5V 18 ... power connectors are properly installed. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. When using a power supply providing a 2x2 12V and a 2x10 power connector. 8 4 5 1 ATX_12V_2X ATX_12V_2X: Pin No. Connect the power supply ...
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...SYS_FAN2 2 Speed Control 3 Sense 4 +5V 1 SYS_FAN3 1 SYS_FAN1/ PWR_FAN SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN: Pin No. Most fans are not configuration jumper blocks. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN1 / SYS_FAN2 /... SYS_FAN3 / PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and two 3-pin (SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN3) system fan headers, and a 3-pin ...
...SYS_FAN2 2 Speed Control 3 Sense 4 +5V 1 SYS_FAN3 1 SYS_FAN1/ PWR_FAN SYS_FAN1/PWR_FAN: Pin No. Most fans are not configuration jumper blocks. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. 3/4/5) CPU_FAN / SYS_FAN1 / SYS_FAN2 /... SYS_FAN3 / PWR_FAN (Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN), a 4-pin (SYS_FAN2) and two 3-pin (SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN3) system fan headers, and a 3-pin ...