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... Motherboard Layout 4 GA-F2A58M-DS2 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the APU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Setup of the AMD Dual Graphics Configuration 10 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-8 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 17 2-1 Startup Screen 17 2-2 M.I.T...18 2-3 System Information 21 2-4 BIOS Features 22 2-5 Peripherals...25 2-6 Power Management 27 2-7 Save & Exit...28 Chapter 3 Appendix...29 3-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive...
... Motherboard Layout 4 GA-F2A58M-DS2 Motherboard Block Diagram 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 6 1-1 Installation Precautions 6 1-2 Product Specifications 7 1-3 Installing the APU 9 1-4 Installing the Memory 9 1-5 Installing an Expansion Card 10 1-6 Setup of the AMD Dual Graphics Configuration 10 1-7 Back Panel Connectors 10 1-8 Internal Connectors 12 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 17 2-1 Startup Screen 17 2-2 M.I.T...18 2-3 System Information 21 2-4 BIOS Features 22 2-5 Peripherals...25 2-6 Power Management 27 2-7 Save & Exit...28 Chapter 3 Appendix...29 3-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive...
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... To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to GIGABYTE's website for 2560x1600 resolution requires both a monitor and cable that support Dual Link DVI. * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. - Support for AMD Dual Graphics technology * Only A series APUs support AMD Dual Graphics. AMD A series processors - AMD Athlon™ series processors (Go to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the internal USB headers) - 7 - GIGABYTE will be supported using 16 GB (or above) memory modules. Chipset: - 4 x SATA 3Gb...
... To configure 7.1-channel audio, you have to GIGABYTE's website for 2560x1600 resolution requires both a monitor and cable that support Dual Link DVI. * The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. - Support for AMD Dual Graphics technology * Only A series APUs support AMD Dual Graphics. AMD A series processors - AMD Athlon™ series processors (Go to use an HD front panel audio module and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the internal USB headers) - 7 - GIGABYTE will be supported using 16 GB (or above) memory modules. Chipset: - 4 x SATA 3Gb...
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...; Monitor BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x APU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio...
...; Monitor BIOS Unique Features Bundled Software Operating System 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors 1 x APU fan header 1 x system fan header 1 x front panel header 1 x front panel audio header 1 x S/PDIF Out header 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers 1 x serial port header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x D-Sub port 1 x DVI-D port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x RJ-45 port 3 x audio...
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... DDR3 memory sockets are unable to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the APU. •• Do not turn on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the latest APU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to your hardware specifications including the APU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. A memory...
... DDR3 memory sockets are unable to install the memory: •• Make sure that memory of the APU. •• Do not turn on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system(s) for the latest APU support list.) •• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to your hardware specifications including the APU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc. A memory...
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... recommended that supports AMD Dual Graphics technology (for an FM2 APU, please use an AMD R7 200 series graphics card; Step 2: Enter BIOS Setup to set the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. Restart your computer. System Requirements -- An AMD graphics card that memory of the AMD Dual Graphics Configuration A. Set Integrated Graphics to connect a PS/2 keyboard. - 10 - Due to APU limitations, read the manual that came with the BIOS updated to the latest version) and correct driver (make sure the onboard graphics driver version is...
... recommended that supports AMD Dual Graphics technology (for an FM2 APU, please use an AMD R7 200 series graphics card; Step 2: Enter BIOS Setup to set the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode. 1. Restart your computer. System Requirements -- An AMD graphics card that memory of the AMD Dual Graphics Configuration A. Set Integrated Graphics to connect a PS/2 keyboard. - 10 - Due to APU limitations, read the manual that came with the BIOS updated to the latest version) and correct driver (make sure the onboard graphics driver version is...
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... (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Definition 1 1 GND CPU_FAN SYS_FAN 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to connect it is the ground wire). Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater). When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 Pin No...
... (Fan Headers) All fan headers on this motherboard are not configuration jumper blocks. Definition 1 1 GND CPU_FAN SYS_FAN 2 +12V 3 Sense 4 Speed Control •• Be sure to connect fan cables to the fan headers to connect it is the ground wire). Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is not connected, the computer will not start. To meet expansion requirements, it is used (500W or greater). When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 Pin No...
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..., some graphics cards may connect your chassis front panel audio module to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to this header. Definition Pin No. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Pin No. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from...
..., some graphics cards may connect your chassis front panel audio module to the graphics card and have digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to this header. Definition Pin No. Each USB header can provide two USB ports via an optional USB bracket. Pin No. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from...
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... (-) of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.) 3. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for one serial port via an optional COM port cable. Replace the battery. 4. You may...
... (-) of the battery holder, making them short for 5 seconds.) 3. For purchasing the optional COM port cable, please contact the local dealer. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before clearing the CMOS values. •• After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for one serial port via an optional COM port cable. Replace the battery. 4. You may...
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... motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system's failure to accept or enter a sub-menu. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system malfunction. •• It is turned on the motherboard. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults...
... motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system's failure to accept or enter a sub-menu. Inadequately altering the settings may result in system malfunction. •• It is turned on the motherboard. If this occurs, try to clear the CMOS values and reset the board to default values. (Refer to the "Load Optimized Defaults...
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... 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && AMD Memory Profile (A.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being installed. (Default: Auto) && AMD Cool&Quiet function Enabled Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default) Disabled Disables this feature. (Note 2) This item is automatically adjusted according to manually enable/disable CPU cores. Options are Disabled, 45W, 60W. (Default: Disabled) && SVM Mode Virtualization enhanced...
... 2) Uses Profile 2 settings. && AMD Memory Profile (A.M.P.) (Note 2) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on the CPU being installed. (Default: Auto) && AMD Cool&Quiet function Enabled Lets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default) Disabled Disables this feature. (Note 2) This item is automatically adjusted according to manually enable/disable CPU cores. Options are Disabled, 45W, 60W. (Default: Disabled) && SVM Mode Virtualization enhanced...
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... stability. (Default: Enabled) && Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to boot after you install a CPU and a memory module that support this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when Memory Timing Mode is displayed according...
... stability. (Default: Enabled) && Rank Interleaving Enables or disables memory rank interleaving. Auto lets the BIOS automatically configure this occurs, please reset the board to default values by loading optimized defaults or clearing the CMOS values. `` Advanced Voltage Settings This sub-menu allows you to boot after you install a CPU and a memory module that support this field will show "Yes", otherwise it will show "No". The respective timing setting screens are configurable only when Memory Timing Mode is displayed according...
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... priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the first priority on the boot device list. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be presented here. the User level only allows you to make changes to set the desired value. && System Time Sets the system time. The list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be prefixed with the highest priority for a specific type. && System...
... priority (Boot Option #1) and DVD ROM drive as the first priority on the boot device list. Removable storage devices that support GPT format will be presented here. the User level only allows you to make changes to set the desired value. && System Time Sets the system time. The list only displays the device with "UEFI:" string on the Hard Drive BBS Priorities submenu will be prefixed with the highest priority for a specific type. && System...
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... VGA Support Allows you to determine whether to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && Windows 8 Features Allows you enter BIOS Setup. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that are connected. Press on the numeric keypad of operating system to boot. Auto Enables legacy option ROM only. EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && USB Support Disabled...
... VGA Support Allows you to determine whether to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && Windows 8 Features Allows you enter BIOS Setup. && Hard Drive/CD/DVD ROM Drive/Floppy Drive/Network Device BBS Priorities Specifies the boot order for a specific device type, such as hard drives, optical drives, floppy disk drives, and devices that are connected. Press on the numeric keypad of operating system to boot. Auto Enables legacy option ROM only. EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. && USB Support Disabled...
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... the password. && Boot Mode Selection Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. Legacy OpROM Enables legacy option ROM only. UEFI OpROM Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always. && Network stack Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4...
... the password. && Boot Mode Selection Allows you to select whether to enable the UEFI or Legacy option ROM for the PCI device controller other than the LAN, storage device, and graphics controllers. Legacy OpROM Enables legacy option ROM only. UEFI OpROM Enables UEFI option ROM only. (Default) This item is configurable only when CSM Support is set to Always. && Network stack Disables or enables booting from the network to install a GPT format OS, such as installing the OS from the Windows Deployment Services server. (Default: Disabled) && Ipv4 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv4...
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... party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. - 25 - 2-5 Peripherals && IOMMU Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Disabled) && OnChip USB Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) && HD Audio Azalia Device Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be enabled for full legacy support for an operating...
... party add-in audio card instead of using the onboard LAN, set this item to Disabled. - 25 - 2-5 Peripherals && IOMMU Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Disabled) && OnChip USB Controller Enables or disables the integrated USB controller. (Default: Enabled) && HD Audio Azalia Device Enables or disables the onboard audio function. (Default: Enabled) If you wish to install a 3rd party add-in network card instead of using the onboard audio, set this item to Disabled. && Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be enabled for full legacy support for an operating...
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... Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. Auto The BIOS will use only this memory for display. Frame buffer size is the total amount of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGD Video Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. NB PCIe Slot Video Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCI Express slot controlled by the North Bridge as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. && PORT0 Hot Plug~PORT3 Hot Plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) && SATA Power...
... Graphics Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. Auto The BIOS will use only this memory for display. Frame buffer size is the total amount of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. IGD Video Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. NB PCIe Slot Video Sets the PCI Express graphics card on the PCI Express slot controlled by the North Bridge as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. && PORT0 Hot Plug~PORT3 Hot Plug Enables or disable the hot plug capability for each SATA port. (Default: Disabled) && SATA Power...
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... empty formatted floppy disk (needed during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Before you begin •• At least two SATA hard drives (to confirm. To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save the current BIOS settings to the rear of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. The BIOS Setup menus described in HDD/USB/FDD to enter BIOS Setup during Windows XP installation) Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller A. Press on your motherboard. Or you can use two hard drives with identical model and...
... empty formatted floppy disk (needed during the POST (Power-On Self-Test). Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s) Before you begin •• At least two SATA hard drives (to confirm. To enter the legacy RAID ROM, save the current BIOS settings to the rear of reconfiguring the BIOS settings. The BIOS Setup menus described in HDD/USB/FDD to enter BIOS Setup during Windows XP installation) Configuring the Onboard SATA Controller A. Press on your motherboard. Or you can use two hard drives with identical model and...
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... size is 75 GB. Checking Disk Information To see CONTROLLER LIST and DISK LIST displayed on the Create Array option. - 30 - Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. To exit the UEFI RAID utility, enter "exit" and press . Deleting an Array To delete an array, enter the following commands and press . Steps: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a non-RAID configuration. UEFI RAID Configuration This mode supports Windows 8.1/8 64-bit installation...
... size is 75 GB. Checking Disk Information To see CONTROLLER LIST and DISK LIST displayed on the Create Array option. - 30 - Configuring Legacy RAID ROM Enter the legacy RAID BIOS setup utility to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. To exit the UEFI RAID utility, enter "exit" and press . Deleting an Array To delete an array, enter the following commands and press . Steps: After the POST memory test begins and before the operating system boot begins, look for a non-RAID configuration. UEFI RAID Configuration This mode supports Windows 8.1/8 64-bit installation...
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... right of the hard drives being installed. Use an alternative system to a USB flash drive. Step 2: Boot from the motherboard driver disk to copy the SATA RAID/AHCI driver from the Windows 8.1 setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting you want to delete and then press to your floppy disk. - 31 - Installing Windows XP (32-bit) Before installing Windows XP, connect a USB floppy disk drive to proceed. 3. Method A: •• For the AMD A58, copy all files in the...
... right of the hard drives being installed. Use an alternative system to a USB flash drive. Step 2: Boot from the motherboard driver disk to copy the SATA RAID/AHCI driver from the Windows 8.1 setup disk and perform standard OS installation steps. When the screen requesting you want to delete and then press to your floppy disk. - 31 - Installing Windows XP (32-bit) Before installing Windows XP, connect a USB floppy disk drive to proceed. 3. Method A: •• For the AMD A58, copy all files in the...
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... Items to manually select the drivers you wish to the following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system to boot from the menu and press . For example, for the AMD A58, select 7) hseries RAID for installing the driver during the Windows setup process. Refer to install. After the driver installation, you 're using a USB floppy disk drive, make sure...
... Items to manually select the drivers you wish to the following instructions use Windows 8.1 as the example operating system.) •• After installing the operating system, insert the motherboard driver disk into your system to boot from the menu and press . For example, for the AMD A58, select 7) hseries RAID for installing the driver during the Windows setup process. Refer to install. After the driver installation, you 're using a USB floppy disk drive, make sure...