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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX58-EXTREME 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-EXTREME 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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Box Contents GA-EX58-EXTREME motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O shield One Hybrid Silent-Pipe module kit 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3-Way SLI bridge connector • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference...
Box Contents GA-EX58-EXTREME motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables One SATA bracket I/O shield One Hybrid Silent-Pipe module kit 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3-Way SLI bridge connector • The box contents above are subject to change without notice. • The motherboard image is for reference...
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GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN3 R_SPDIF V1394-1 ATX_12V_2X CMOS_SW R_USB CPU Voltage L1/2/3 LGA1366 CPU_FAN CPU TEMP L1/2 PW_SW FREQ. For a longer expansion card, use other expansion ... DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 DDR3_6 DDR3_5 SYS_FAN1 SB Voltage L1/2/3 BATTERY CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH10R JMB322 JMB322 SPDIF_O CD_IN PCI2 IT8720 M_BIOS B_BIOS TSB43AB23 PCIEX8_1 GIGABYTE SATA2 PWR_LED CI Debug LED(Note 2) IDE NB PHASE LED SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 GSATA2_1 GSATA2_0 GSATA2_3 GSATA2_2 FDD F1_1394 F_USB2 F_PANEL SYS_FAN2...
GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard Layout KB_MS SYS_FAN3 R_SPDIF V1394-1 ATX_12V_2X CMOS_SW R_USB CPU Voltage L1/2/3 LGA1366 CPU_FAN CPU TEMP L1/2 PW_SW FREQ. For a longer expansion card, use other expansion ... DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 DDR3_6 DDR3_5 SYS_FAN1 SB Voltage L1/2/3 BATTERY CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH10R JMB322 JMB322 SPDIF_O CD_IN PCI2 IT8720 M_BIOS B_BIOS TSB43AB23 PCIEX8_1 GIGABYTE SATA2 PWR_LED CI Debug LED(Note 2) IDE NB PHASE LED SATA2_1 SATA2_0 SATA2_3 SATA2_2 SATA2_5 SATA2_4 GSATA2_1 GSATA2_0 GSATA2_3 GSATA2_2 FDD F1_1394 F_USB2 F_PANEL SYS_FAN2...
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...; Dual/3 channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 2100/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio ..., SATA2_5) supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive 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 JMB322 chips (...floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a headers) GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 10 -
...; Dual/3 channel memory architecture Support for DDR3 2100/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio ..., SATA2_5) supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive 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 JMB322 chips (...floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a headers) GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 10 -
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... chip supports two SATA 3Gb/s connectors, so the four SATA 3Gb/s connectors are installing two PCI Express graphics cards, it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 12 - if you install. (Note 6) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 slot;
... chip supports two SATA 3Gb/s connectors, so the four SATA 3Gb/s connectors are installing two PCI Express graphics cards, it in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 12 - if you install. (Note 6) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 slot;
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.... Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 14 - To protect the CPU socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push ...the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the ...
.... Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into position. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 14 - To protect the CPU socket, always replace the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push ...the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the ...
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A Philip's screwdriver 2. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 16 - Screws included with the motherboard Hybrid Silent-Pipe Follow the steps below to install the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module: Step 1: Apply an even thin layer of the North Bridge heatsink ... no leak. (Note) The components received may vary in appearance from your chassis to the F_AUDIO connector on the surface of thermal grease on the motherboard, be sure to connect it grooves. For the waterblocks on the left shows that the tubes are fastened to the chassis back panel with inner...
A Philip's screwdriver 2. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 16 - Screws included with the motherboard Hybrid Silent-Pipe Follow the steps below to install the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module: Step 1: Apply an even thin layer of the North Bridge heatsink ... no leak. (Note) The components received may vary in appearance from your chassis to the F_AUDIO connector on the surface of thermal grease on the motherboard, be sure to connect it grooves. For the waterblocks on the left shows that the tubes are fastened to the chassis back panel with inner...
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... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at both... memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the socket. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 18 -
... , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at both... memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory, push down on the socket. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 18 -
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... (Figure 1) or a 3-Way CrossFireX configuration (Figure 2) , be sure to use is able to provide sufficient power to bridge two or three PCI ExpressTM graphics cards! GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 20 - Installation Notices: 3-1 If you use three identical graphics cards based on your system. Before You Begin 1. Current ATI GPUs that support 3-Way SLI technology...
... (Figure 1) or a 3-Way CrossFireX configuration (Figure 2) , be sure to use is able to provide sufficient power to bridge two or three PCI ExpressTM graphics cards! GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 20 - Installation Notices: 3-1 If you use three identical graphics cards based on your system. Before You Begin 1. Current ATI GPUs that support 3-Way SLI technology...
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C. For 3-Way CrossFireX: Browse to the SLI and Physx configuration screen. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 22 - Configuring the Graphics Card Driver: C-1 To enable SLI function For 2-Way/3-Way SLI: After installing graphics card driver in the operating system, go to ...
C. For 3-Way CrossFireX: Browse to the SLI and Physx configuration screen. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 22 - Configuring the Graphics Card Driver: C-1 To enable SLI function For 2-Way/3-Way SLI: After installing graphics card driver in the operating system, go to ...
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... digital optical audio. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio....this port for an IEEE 1394a device. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 24 - Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector. 1-9 Back Panel Connectors...
... digital optical audio. USB Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that supports digital coaxial audio....this port for an IEEE 1394a device. Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 24 - Before using this feature, ensure that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector. 1-9 Back Panel Connectors...
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...: Below 60oC L1: 61~ 80oC (green) L2: Over 80oC (red) North Bridge (NB Temp) Off: Below 60oC L1: 61~ 80oC (green) L2: Over 80oC (red) GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 26 - The higher the overclock level, the more the number of the CPU and North Bridge. the red LED is between 61~80oC; The LEDs... are off when the temperature is below 60oC; 1-10 Onboard LEDs and Switches Overvoltage LEDs This motherboard contains 4 sets of overvoltage LEDs which level the CPU is overclocked.
...: Below 60oC L1: 61~ 80oC (green) L2: Over 80oC (red) North Bridge (NB Temp) Off: Below 60oC L1: 61~ 80oC (green) L2: Over 80oC (red) GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 26 - The higher the overclock level, the more the number of the CPU and North Bridge. the red LED is between 61~80oC; The LEDs... are off when the temperature is below 60oC; 1-10 Onboard LEDs and Switches Overvoltage LEDs This motherboard contains 4 sets of overvoltage LEDs which level the CPU is overclocked.
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... compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the computer, make sure your computer. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 28 - 1-11 Internal Connectors 4 1 3 22 5 13 6 15 14 16 1) ATX_12V_2X 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) PWR_FAN 6) NB_FAN 7) FDD 8) IDE 9) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 10) GSATA2_0/1/2/3 11) PWR_LED 12) F_PANEL 2 24.../F2_1394 19) CI 20) CLR_CMOS 21) BAT 22) PHASE_LED 23) NB PHASE LED 24) DDR PHASE LED Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard.
... compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. • Before installing the devices, be sure to the connector on the computer, make sure your computer. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 28 - 1-11 Internal Connectors 4 1 3 22 5 13 6 15 14 16 1) ATX_12V_2X 2) ATX 3) CPU_FAN 4) SYS_FAN1/2/3 5) PWR_FAN 6) NB_FAN 7) FDD 8) IDE 9) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 10) GSATA2_0/1/2/3 11) PWR_LED 12) F_PANEL 2 24.../F2_1394 19) CI 20) CLR_CMOS 21) BAT 22) PHASE_LED 23) NB PHASE LED 24) DDR PHASE LED Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard.
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... your CPU, North Bridge and system from overheating. 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...motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN2 1 SYS_FAN3 1 SYS_FAN1/ PWR_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. The fan header has a foolproof insertion design. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard...
... your CPU, North Bridge and system from overheating. 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...motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. When connecting a fan cable, be installed inside the chassis. 1 CPU_FAN 1 SYS_FAN2 1 SYS_FAN3 1 SYS_FAN1/ PWR_FAN CPU_FAN: Pin No. The fan header has a foolproof insertion design. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard...
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... at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does not have to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 32 - Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The ICH10R controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10.
... at least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives does not have to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 32 - Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. The ICH10R controller supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10.
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... if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. • NC (Purple): No connection The front panel design may differ by issuing a beep code. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 34 - PW+ PWSPEAK+ SPEAK- 2 20 1 19 HD+ HD- The system reports system startup status by chassis. 12) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch...
... if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart. • NC (Purple): No connection The front panel design may differ by issuing a beep code. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 34 - PW+ PWSPEAK+ SPEAK- 2 20 1 19 HD+ HD- The system reports system startup status by chassis. 12) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch...
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Definition 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 36 - For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and ...SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for your motherboard to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. Pin No. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable...
Definition 1 1 SPDIFO 2 GND GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 36 - For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and ...SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for your motherboard to an audio device that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. Pin No. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in cable...
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...pins to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 38 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. To clear the CMOS values,...) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). 19) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND 20) CLR_CMOS (Clearing...
...pins to temporarily short the two pins or use a metal object like a screwdriver to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for a few seconds. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 38 - date information and BIOS configurations) and reset the CMOS values to clear the CMOS values (e.g. To clear the CMOS values,...) or manually configure the BIOS settings (refer to touch the two pins for BIOS configurations). 19) CI (Chassis Intrusion Header) This motherboard provides a chassis detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. Definition 1 Signal 1 2 GND 20) CLR_CMOS (Clearing...
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The higher the memory loading, the more the number of lighted LEDs. 24) DDR PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the memory loading. 23) NB PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 40 - The higher the North Bridge loading, the more the number of lighted LEDs indicates the North Bridge loading.
The higher the memory loading, the more the number of lighted LEDs. 24) DDR PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs indicates the memory loading. 23) NB PHASE LED The number of lighted LEDs. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 40 - The higher the North Bridge loading, the more the number of lighted LEDs indicates the North Bridge loading.
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... Setup. : XPRESS RECOVERY2 If you to set the first boot device without having to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 42 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EX58-EXTREME F1b . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/21/2008-X58-ICH10-7A89QG02C-00 Function Keys Function...
... Setup. : XPRESS RECOVERY2 If you to set the first boot device without having to XpressRecovery2 during the POST. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard - 42 - 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. Motherboard Model BIOS Version EX58-EXTREME F1b . . . . : BIOS Setup : XpressRecovery2 : Boot Menu : Qflash 10/21/2008-X58-ICH10-7A89QG02C-00 Function Keys Function...