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... check codes 2-42 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-43 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-7 3.2.3 Navigation keys 3-7 3.2.4 Menu items 3-8 3.2.5 Sub-menu items 3-8 3.2.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.2.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.2.8 Scroll bar...
... check codes 2-42 2.10 Starting up for the first time 2-43 2.11 Turning off the computer 2-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-7 3.2.3 Navigation keys 3-7 3.2.4 Menu items 3-8 3.2.5 Sub-menu items 3-8 3.2.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.2.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.2.8 Scroll bar...
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... Hardware Monitor 3-30 3.7 Boot menu 3-32 3.7.1 Boot Device Priority 3-32 3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-33 3.7.3 Security 3-34 3.8 Tools menu 3-36 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-36 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.8.3 Drive Xpert Configuration 3-38 3.9 Exit menu 3-39 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 ... 4.4 RAID configurations 4-12 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-12 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-13 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-13 4.4.4 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility......... 4-14 vi
... Hardware Monitor 3-30 3.7 Boot menu 3-32 3.7.1 Boot Device Priority 3-32 3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-33 3.7.3 Security 3-34 3.8 Tools menu 3-36 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-36 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.8.3 Drive Xpert Configuration 3-38 3.9 Exit menu 3-39 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 ... 4.4 RAID configurations 4-12 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-12 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-13 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-13 4.4.4 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility......... 4-14 vi
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... are not part of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter ...following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. Where to find ...
... are not part of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter ...following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. Where to find ...
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P6X58-E WS specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology ...; Scoket 1366 Xeon® E5600/5500 Series Intel® Scoket 1366 Xeon® L5600/5500 Series Supports Intel® Dynamic Speed Technology *Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (@ x16 ) 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (@ x16 or x8 ) 2 ...are supported by specific CPU models only. *Please load X.M.P or D.O.C.P setting in BIOS for hyper DIMM (DDR3 1800MHz or above) support. **Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for Intel CPU support list Intel® X58 + ...
P6X58-E WS specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology ...; Scoket 1366 Xeon® E5600/5500 Series Intel® Scoket 1366 Xeon® L5600/5500 Series Supports Intel® Dynamic Speed Technology *Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (@ x16 ) 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (@ x16 or x8 ) 2 ...are supported by specific CPU models only. *Please load X.M.P or D.O.C.P setting in BIOS for hyper DIMM (DDR3 1800MHz or above) support. **Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for Intel CPU support list Intel® X58 + ...
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... 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x 8-channel Audio I /O Ports Form Factor VIA VT6315N supports 2 x 1394a ports Realtek ALC 889, 8 channels High Definition Audio CODEC - P6X58-E WS specifications summary 1394 Audio ASUS Unique Features Workstation Unique Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I /O 1 x IEEE1394a ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.5cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii...
... 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x 8-channel Audio I /O Ports Form Factor VIA VT6315N supports 2 x 1394a ports Realtek ALC 889, 8 channels High Definition Audio CODEC - P6X58-E WS specifications summary 1394 Audio ASUS Unique Features Workstation Unique Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I /O 1 x IEEE1394a ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.5cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii...
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... trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. Update your favorite settings. ASUS O.C. Without the usual "fingers" present, this new design is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is convenient and safe to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. 1-6 Chapter...
... trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. Update your favorite settings. ASUS O.C. Without the usual "fingers" present, this new design is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is convenient and safe to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. 1-6 Chapter...
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... 1.9 V Gingle 9CAASS37AZZ01D1 2048MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 V P6X58-E WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability Vendor Part No. DIMM socket Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* D* Crucial BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP)...2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1866-8-8-8-24) 1.9 VVV P6X58-E WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability Vendor Part No. DIMM socket Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* D* Apacer BoxP/N:DH....
... 1.9 V Gingle 9CAASS37AZZ01D1 2048MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 V P6X58-E WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866MHz capability Vendor Part No. DIMM socket Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* D* Crucial BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP)...2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1866-8-8-8-24) 1.9 VVV P6X58-E WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800MHz capability Vendor Part No. DIMM socket Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* D* Apacer BoxP/N:DH....
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DIMM socket Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P6X58-E WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability Vendor Part No. Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* D* A-DATA AD31600E001GMU(XMP) 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65-1.85 V V V V A-DATA AD31600F002GMU(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A ... 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 V VV V Team BoxP/N:TXD32048M1600HC7DC (TXD31024M1600HC7) 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-21(1333-8-8-824) 1.75-1.85 V V V V ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-15
DIMM socket Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P6X58-E WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability Vendor Part No. Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage support (Optional) A* B* C* D* A-DATA AD31600E001GMU(XMP) 3072MB(Kit of 3) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65-1.85 V V V V A-DATA AD31600F002GMU(XMP) 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A ... 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 V VV V Team BoxP/N:TXD32048M1600HC7DC (TXD31024M1600HC7) 2048MB(Kit of 2) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-21(1333-8-8-824) 1.75-1.85 V V V V ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-15
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Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D* A-DATA AD31333E002G0U 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65-1.85 V V V V CORSAIR TR3X3G1333C9 (Ver2.1) 3072MB(Kit of 3) ...-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 VV V V Patriot PVT36G1333ELK 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 VV V V 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information P6X58-E WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* D* A-DATA AD31333E002G0U 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20(1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65-1.85 V V V V CORSAIR TR3X3G1333C9 (Ver2.1) 3072MB(Kit of 3) ...-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 VV V V Patriot PVT36G1333ELK 6144MB(Kit of 3) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 VV V V 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information P6X58-E WS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
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... inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two set of Triple-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. DIMM socket support Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage (Optional) A* B* C* D* CORSAIR CM3X1024-1066C7 1024MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7 1.1 VV V Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFB 1024MB SS MICRON Z9HWQ 7 VV V V Crucial... DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-10G 8 VV V V Aeneon AEH760UD00-10FA98X 1024MB DS AENEON AEH93R10F 7 VV V V Elixir M2F2G64CB8HAN4-BE 2048MB DS Elixir N2CB1G80AN-BE 7 VV V V Side(s): SS - ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-17
... inserted into both the blue slots and the black slots as two set of Triple-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. DIMM socket support Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage (Optional) A* B* C* D* CORSAIR CM3X1024-1066C7 1024MB DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7 1.1 VV V Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFB 1024MB SS MICRON Z9HWQ 7 VV V V Crucial... DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-10G 8 VV V V Aeneon AEH760UD00-10FA98X 1024MB DS AENEON AEH93R10F 7 VV V V Elixir M2F2G64CB8HAN4-BE 2048MB DS Elixir N2CB1G80AN-BE 7 VV V V Side(s): SS - ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-17
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... the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for later use . When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Align the...‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2.
... the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Install the software drivers for later use . When using PCI cards on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that the cards do so may cause you may need IRQ assignments. Align the...‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you removed earlier. 6. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on BIOS setup. 2.
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... POST State LEDs in sequence during motherboard booting process. POST State LEDs POST State LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in BIOS. 2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. This is a reminder that the system is solved. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 2. This user-friendly design provides...
... POST State LEDs in sequence during motherboard booting process. POST State LEDs POST State LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD) in BIOS. 2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. This is a reminder that the system is solved. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. 2. This user-friendly design provides...
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To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for ... clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 2.7 Jumpers 1. function. ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-23 Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data.
To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for ... clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 2.7 Jumpers 1. function. ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-23 Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to pins 2-3. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data.
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... these three jumpers. • DO NOT set the OV_CPU jumper to enable or disable the advanced CPU, DRAM Bus, and QPI DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. Pins 1-2 (Default) Pins 2-3 (OV Enabled) OV_CPU up to 1.70V up to 1.9V OV_DRAM_BUS up to 1.90V up to 2.46V OV_QPI_DRAM up to ...2-3 when you install the DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may need a better cooling system (for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items first to halt. Read the following information before you change the jumper settings for example, a watercooling system) to work stably under the highest...
... these three jumpers. • DO NOT set the OV_CPU jumper to enable or disable the advanced CPU, DRAM Bus, and QPI DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. Pins 1-2 (Default) Pins 2-3 (OV Enabled) OV_CPU up to 1.70V up to 1.9V OV_DRAM_BUS up to 1.90V up to 2.46V OV_QPI_DRAM up to ...2-3 when you install the DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may need a better cooling system (for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items first to halt. Read the following information before you change the jumper settings for example, a watercooling system) to work stably under the highest...
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... cables for details. See section 3.3.5 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to these connectors, set the Configure SATA as in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 3.3.5 Storage Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. In Standard IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA... to create a Serial ATA RAID set using hot-plug and NCQ, set to [AHCI]. If you are set the Configure SATA as item in the BIOS to Standard IDE mode by default. ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-31
... cables for details. See section 3.3.5 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to these connectors, set the Configure SATA as in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 3.3.5 Storage Configuration for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. In Standard IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA... to create a Serial ATA RAID set using hot-plug and NCQ, set to [AHCI]. If you are set the Configure SATA as item in the BIOS to Standard IDE mode by default. ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-31
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... using the Marvell SATA controller, you have to create a RAID driver disk using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • The SATA6G_E1/E2 (navy blue) connectors are for details. • Press...
... using the Marvell SATA controller, you have to create a RAID driver disk using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • The SATA6G_E1/E2 (navy blue) connectors are for details. • Press...
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If you are using ASUS HDMI-equipped graphics card, connect the HDMI card to [AC97]. The S/PDIF out cable is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, ensure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). If you...
If you are using ASUS HDMI-equipped graphics card, connect the HDMI card to [AC97]. The S/PDIF out cable is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, ensure that the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). If you...
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The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-.../soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-39 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for...
The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-.../soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-39 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for...
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... D1 Enable IO device for bootlock D2 Check and wake up system D3 Prepare system for memory detection and sizing D4 Memory test D5 Copy BIOS from ROM to RAM C0 Early CPU initiation C5 Wake up AP 0A Initiate KBC8042 0B Detect PS2 mouse 0C Detect PS2 keyboard 2A Initiate... USB initiation 52 Detect System RAM 75 Detect IDE 78 Initiate option ROM 85 Show post error 87 Enter BIOS setup A4 BIOS boot menu AC OS in PIC mode AA OS in APIC mode 01 S1 03 S3 04 S4 05 S5 10 Resume from S1 30 ...
... D1 Enable IO device for bootlock D2 Check and wake up system D3 Prepare system for memory detection and sizing D4 Memory test D5 Copy BIOS from ROM to RAM C0 Early CPU initiation C5 Wake up AP 0A Initiate KBC8042 0B Detect PS2 mouse 0C Detect PS2 keyboard 2A Initiate... USB initiation 52 Detect System RAM 75 Detect IDE 78 Initiate option ROM 85 Show post error 87 Enter BIOS setup A4 BIOS boot menu AC OS in PIC mode AA OS in APIC mode 01 S1 03 S3 04 S4 05 S5 10 Resume from S1 30 ...
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... the first time 1. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-43 2.10 Starting up . While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Turn on self ...it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the chain) c. Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on , hold down the key to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two short...
... the first time 1. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. ASUS P6X58-E WS 2-43 2.10 Starting up . While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Turn on self ...it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the chain) c. Connect the power cord to the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on , hold down the key to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two short...