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GA-7PESH1 GA-7PESH2 Dual LGA2011 sockets motherboard for Intel® E5-2600 series processors User's Manual Rev. 1001
GA-7PESH1 GA-7PESH2 Dual LGA2011 sockets motherboard for Intel® E5-2600 series processors User's Manual Rev. 1001
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Table of Contents Box Contents...4 GA-7PESH1/7PESH2 Motherboard Layout 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 8 1-1 Installation Precautions 8 1-2 Product Specifications 9 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 11 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...11 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 13 1-4 Installing the Memory 14 1-4-1 Four Channel Memory Configuration 14 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 15 1-4-3 DIMM Population Table 15 1-5 Back Panel Connectors 16 1-6 Internal Connectors 18 1-7 Jumper Setting 29 - 3 -
Table of Contents Box Contents...4 GA-7PESH1/7PESH2 Motherboard Layout 5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 8 1-1 Installation Precautions 8 1-2 Product Specifications 9 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 11 1-3-1 Installing the CPU...11 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler 13 1-4 Installing the Memory 14 1-4-1 Four Channel Memory Configuration 14 1-4-2 Installing a Memory 15 1-4-3 DIMM Population Table 15 1-5 Back Panel Connectors 16 1-6 Internal Connectors 18 1-7 Jumper Setting 29 - 3 -
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Box Contents Motherboard Driver CD Two SATA 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 the product package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only. - 4 -
Box Contents Motherboard Driver CD Two SATA 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 the product package you obtain. The box contents are for reference only. - 4 -
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GA-7PESH1/7PESH2 Motherboard Layout 41 42 44 45 47 49 51 1 2 3 4 5 6 43 46 48 50 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 60 52 59 53 54 33 58 32 55 31 30 57 56 29 28 25 24 89 7 10 11 12 13 14 19 18 15 27 26 23 22 21 20 17 16 - 5 -
GA-7PESH1/7PESH2 Motherboard Layout 41 42 44 45 47 49 51 1 2 3 4 5 6 43 46 48 50 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 60 52 59 53 54 33 58 32 55 31 30 57 56 29 28 25 24 89 7 10 11 12 13 14 19 18 15 27 26 23 22 21 20 17 16 - 5 -
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... secondary CPU) Channel F slot 0 (for secondary CPU) Channel F slot 1 (for SATA_DOM0 and SATA_DOM1 jumper setting instruction. - 7 - If a SATA type hard drive is connected to the motherboard, please ensure the jumper is closed and set to 2-3 pins (Normal mode), in order to Page 33 for secondary CPU) CPU1 fan cable connector Battery...
... secondary CPU) Channel F slot 0 (for secondary CPU) Channel F slot 1 (for SATA_DOM0 and SATA_DOM1 jumper setting instruction. - 7 - If a SATA type hard drive is connected to the motherboard, please ensure the jumper is closed and set to 2-3 pins (Normal mode), in order to Page 33 for secondary CPU) CPU1 fan cable connector Battery...
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..., please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when ...handling electronic com- Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as a result of the product, ...
..., please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware components are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors. • It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when ...handling electronic com- Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to system components as well as a result of the product, ...
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... set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the surface of the CPU. • Do not turn off the... thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Notch Notch - 11 -
... set the frequency beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. It is not recommended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) • Always turn on the surface of the CPU. • Do not turn off the... thin layer of thermal grease on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and dam- Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Notch Notch - 11 -
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... to complete the installation of engaging the lever. Step 2: Push the lever closest to the "lock" marking " " (below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. •• Before installing the CPU, make sure to release it if the CPU is inserted into the socket vertically. Then secure lever...
... to complete the installation of engaging the lever. Step 2: Push the lever closest to the "lock" marking " " (below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. •• Before installing the CPU, make sure to release it if the CPU is inserted into the socket vertically. Then secure lever...
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... cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the other to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU. - 13 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Refer to the steps below to correctly install ...the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to the user's manual for your cooler has a fan grill which may cause interference when ...
... cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may adhere to the other to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the motherboard. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU. - 13 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Refer to the steps below to correctly install ...the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may differ depending the CPU cooler to the user's manual for your cooler has a fan grill which may cause interference when ...
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...capacity of the original memory bandwidth. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Four Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides eight DDR3 memory sockets and supports Four Channel Technology. A memory module can be used for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •... damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Hardware Installation - 14 -
...capacity of the original memory bandwidth. The four DDR3 memory sockets are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction. 1-4-1 Four Channel Memory Configuration This motherboard provides eight DDR3 memory sockets and supports Four Channel Technology. A memory module can be used for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) •... damage. • Memory modules have a foolproof design. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Hardware Installation - 14 -
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... both edges of the DIMM slots to the memory module. Hardware Installation Reverse the installation steps when you wish to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Be sure to remove the DIMM module. 1 2 1-4-3 DIMM Population Table R-DIMM 1N or 2N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N DIMM1 Empty...
... both edges of the DIMM slots to the memory module. Hardware Installation Reverse the installation steps when you wish to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Be sure to remove the DIMM module. 1 2 1-4-3 DIMM Population Table R-DIMM 1N or 2N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N 1N DIMM1 Empty...
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.... - 17 - Do not rock it side to side 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 straight out from the connector.
.... - 17 - Do not rock it side to side 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 straight out from the connector.
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Hardware Installation Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices: • First make sure the device cable has been securely attached to turn off the devices and your computer. Read the following guidelines before turning on the computer, 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. - 19 -
Hardware Installation Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices: • First make sure the device cable has been securely attached to turn off the devices and your computer. Read the following guidelines before turning on the computer, 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. - 19 -
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... power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. If the 12V power connector is used that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). The 12V power connector mainly supplies power...
... power, the result can lead to an unstable or unbootable system. To meet expansion requirements, it is turned off and all the components on the motherboard. If the 12V power connector is used that can withstand high power consumption be used (500W or greater). The 12V power connector mainly supplies power...
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Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. - 21 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. CPU1_FAN 1 CPU0_FAN 1 CPU1_FAN 1 SYS_FAN2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND +... (Power management connector) 1 5 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 Definition SMB CLK SMB DATA SMB Alert GND 3.3V Sense 5/6/7/8) CPU0_FAN/CPU1_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (CPU Fan/System Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN1/2), a 4-pin (FAN4) system fan headers. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
Do not place a jumper cap on the headers. - 21 - The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with fan speed control design. CPU1_FAN 1 CPU0_FAN 1 CPU1_FAN 1 SYS_FAN2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 Definition GND +... (Power management connector) 1 5 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 Definition SMB CLK SMB DATA SMB Alert GND 3.3V Sense 5/6/7/8) CPU0_FAN/CPU1_FAN/SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 (CPU Fan/System Fan Headers) The motherboard has a 4-pin CPU fan header (CPU_FAN1/2), a 4-pin (FAN4) system fan headers. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design.
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... Protect Jumper) 1 1-2 Close: Normal operation. (Default setting) 1 2-3 Close: Enable BIOS write protect function. Hardware Installation - 30 - Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup Exit menu and load factory defaults (select Load Default Values) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer...
... Protect Jumper) 1 1-2 Close: Normal operation. (Default setting) 1 2-3 Close: Enable BIOS write protect function. Hardware Installation - 30 - Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup Exit menu and load factory defaults (select Load Default Values) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer...
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Hardware Installation If a SATA type hard drive is connected to the motherboard, please ensure the jumper is closed and set to 2-3 pins (Normal mode), in order to reduce any risk of hard disk damage. 1 1-2 Close: Enable SATA0/SATA1 port DOM support. 1 2-3 Close: Normal mode. (Default setting) 9) FLASH_DP1 (Flash Descriptor Security Jumper) 1 1-2 Close: Flash Descriptor Security Overridden 1 2-3 Close: Flash Descriptor Security in effect. (Default setting) - 33 - 7/8) SATA_DOM0/1 (SATA DOM Jumper) CAUTION!
Hardware Installation If a SATA type hard drive is connected to the motherboard, please ensure the jumper is closed and set to 2-3 pins (Normal mode), in order to reduce any risk of hard disk damage. 1 1-2 Close: Enable SATA0/SATA1 port DOM support. 1 2-3 Close: Normal mode. (Default setting) 9) FLASH_DP1 (Flash Descriptor Security Jumper) 1 1-2 Close: Flash Descriptor Security Overridden 1 2-3 Close: Flash Descriptor Security in effect. (Default setting) - 33 - 7/8) SATA_DOM0/1 (SATA DOM Jumper) CAUTION!
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...bar to select the screen Move the selection bar to activate certain system features. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Inadequate BIOS ...to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems of the system in the EFI on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in system malfunction. • It is recommended that you need to...
...bar to select the screen Move the selection bar to activate certain system features. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the key during system startup, saving system parameters and loading operating system, etc. Inadequate BIOS ...to prevent system instability or other unexpected results. To flash the BIOS, do not encounter problems of the system in the EFI on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in system malfunction. • It is recommended that you need to...
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... POST. 2-3-1 North Bridge Configuration Compatibility RID Enable/Disable Compatibility RID function. Memory Mode Determine the memory mode. When set to Lockstep mode, the motherboard uses two areas of memory to run the same set to the operation system. Options available: Indpendent /Mirroring/ Lockstep/Sparing. The spare memory is...Disabled. BIOS Setup - 52 - Current Memory Speed Displays the cuurent memory speed. When set of all DIMMs are available to Mirroring mode, the motherboard maintains two identical (redundant) copies of operations in Memory Mode item.
... POST. 2-3-1 North Bridge Configuration Compatibility RID Enable/Disable Compatibility RID function. Memory Mode Determine the memory mode. When set to Lockstep mode, the motherboard uses two areas of memory to run the same set to the operation system. Options available: Indpendent /Mirroring/ Lockstep/Sparing. The spare memory is...Disabled. BIOS Setup - 52 - Current Memory Speed Displays the cuurent memory speed. When set of all DIMMs are available to Mirroring mode, the motherboard maintains two identical (redundant) copies of operations in Memory Mode item.