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GA-EX58-UD3R LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 100 12ME-EX58UD3R-100R
GA-EX58-UD3R LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 100 12ME-EX58UD3R-100R
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...of this manual is protected by any means without prior notice. All rights reserved. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in this : "REV: X.X." Example... on how to the specifications and features 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. Changes...
...of this manual is protected by any means without prior notice. All rights reserved. Check your motherboard looks like this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in this : "REV: X.X." Example... on how to the specifications and features 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. Changes...
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX58-UD3R 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-UD3R 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-UD3R 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.... 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 2-Way SLI bridge connector (Part No. 12CF1-SLI001-0*R) - 6 -
Box Contents GA-EX58-UD3R 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.... 12CF1-1IE008-0*R) 2-port SATA power cable (Part No. 12CF1-2SERPW-0*R) S/PDIF in cable (Part No. 12CR1-1SPDIN-0*R) COM port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-3*R) 2-Way SLI bridge connector (Part No. 12CF1-SLI001-0*R) - 6 -
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GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 R_USB USB_LAN LGA1366 CPU_FAN ATX PHASE LED PWR_FAN GA-EX58-UD3R AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 (Note) Intel® X58 DDR3_1 DDR3_3 DDR3_2 DDR3_4 RTL8111D PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_I CODEC NB_FAN PCIEX4_1 SPDIF_O CD_IN PCIEX16_2 PCI1 IT8720 PCI2 M_BIOS B_BIOS PCIEX16_1 BATTERY TSB43AB23 SYS_FAN1 CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH10R CI GIGABYTE SATA2 IDE SATA2_1...
GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF ATX_12V_2X USB_1394_1 USB_1394_2 R_USB USB_LAN LGA1366 CPU_FAN ATX PHASE LED PWR_FAN GA-EX58-UD3R AUDIO F_AUDIO PCIEX1_1 (Note) Intel® X58 DDR3_1 DDR3_3 DDR3_2 DDR3_4 RTL8111D PCIEX1_2 SPDIF_I CODEC NB_FAN PCIEX4_1 SPDIF_O CD_IN PCIEX16_2 PCI1 IT8720 PCI2 M_BIOS B_BIOS PCIEX16_1 BATTERY TSB43AB23 SYS_FAN1 CLR_CMOS Intel® ICH10R CI GIGABYTE SATA2 IDE SATA2_1...
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... to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to installation, do not...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 electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation. •...
... to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 1-1 Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can lead to damage to installation, do not...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 electrostatic discharge (ESD). These stickers are required for warranty validation. •...
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...TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 4 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In 1 x Realtek 8111D chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at...High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out 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) ...
...TSB43AB23 chip Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 4 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header) GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 10 - Support for CD In 1 x Realtek 8111D chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at...High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for S/PDIF In/Out 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) ...
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... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 12 -
... CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 12 -
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mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU...
mended that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. It is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of the CPU may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU...
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... into position. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B. Follow the steps below to hold the protective socket cover as indicated and lift it up vertically. (DO NOT touch socket contacts. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 14 -
... into position. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. B. Follow the steps below to hold the protective socket cover as indicated and lift it up vertically. (DO NOT touch socket contacts. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 14 -
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...) on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your...Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Direction of the Arrow Sign ...15 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is ...
...) on installing the cooler.) Step 5: After the installation, check the back of the motherboard. Hardware Installation Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your...Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the motherboard. If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Direction of the Arrow Sign ...15 - 1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (The following procedure uses Intel® boxed cooler as the picture above shows, the installation is ...
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... will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Dual or 3 Channel memory mode may double or triple the original memory bandwidth. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 16 - When enabling 3 Channel mode with two memory modules, be enabled if only one direction. It is installed. 2. If you... installed, it in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS DS/SS - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with three memory modules, be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off...
... will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Dual or 3 Channel memory mode may double or triple the original memory bandwidth. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 16 - When enabling 3 Channel mode with two memory modules, be enabled if only one direction. It is installed. 2. If you... installed, it in only one DDR3 memory module is recommended that the motherboard supports the memory. DS/SS DS/SS - - When enabling Dual Channel mode with three memory modules, be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off...
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..., place your memory modules in the memory sockets. Follow the steps below to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Hardware Installation 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to...
..., place your memory modules in the memory sockets. Follow the steps below to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. Hardware Installation 1-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to...
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... inserted into the PCI Express slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 18 - Turn on the card until it is securely seated in your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord... installing an expansion card to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card.
... inserted into the PCI Express slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 18 - Turn on the card until it is securely seated in your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord... installing an expansion card to correctly install your expansion card(s). 7. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card.
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... The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector...
... The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio system that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector...
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... Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 20 -
... Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to connect rear speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Line Out Jack (Green) The default line out jack. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 20 -
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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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...power supply providing a 2x4 12V and a 2x12 power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is recommended by +5V) 21 +12V 22 +12V(Onlyfor2x12pin ATX) 23 3.3V(.../Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12 pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 7 +12V 8 +12V 12 24 1 13 ATX GA-EX58-UD3R 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 GND ...
...power supply providing a 2x4 12V and a 2x12 power connector, remove the protective covers from the 12V power connector and the main power connector on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is recommended by +5V) 21 +12V 22 +12V(Onlyfor2x12pin ATX) 23 3.3V(.../Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12 pin ATX) GND (Only for 2x4 pin 12V) 7 +12V 8 +12V 12 24 1 13 ATX GA-EX58-UD3R 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 GND ...
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...power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. Pin No. 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 power fan ... Definition GND +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN2: Pin No. The black connector wire is the ground wire. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. Do not place a jumper ...
...power connector wire indicates a positive connection and requires a +12V voltage. Pin No. 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 power fan ... Definition GND +12V / Speed Control 3 Sense 4 Speed Control SYS_FAN2: Pin No. The black connector wire is the ground wire. The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power connector wires. Do not place a jumper ...