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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 ... Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 37 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 47 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 49 2-6 IntegratedPeripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 54 2-8 PC Health Status 56 2-9 ...
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 ... Installing an Expansion Card 18 1-6 Back Panel Connectors 19 1-7 Internal Connectors 21 Chapter 2 BIOS Setup 33 2-1 Startup Screen 34 2-2 The Main Menu 35 2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T 37 2-4 Standard CMOS Features 47 2-5 Advanced BIOS Features 49 2-6 IntegratedPeripherals 51 2-7 Power Management Setup 54 2-8 PC Health Status 56 2-9 ...
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... Download Center 64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 68 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 71 4-3 EasyTune 6 ...72 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced 73 4-5 ...Q-Share ...75 4-6 Time Repair ...76 Chapter 5 Appendix ...77 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 77 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers 77 5-1-2 Configuring GIGABYTE...
... Download Center 64 Chapter 4 Unique Features 65 4-1 Xpress Recovery2 65 4-2 BIOS Update Utilities 68 4-2-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility 68 4-2-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility 71 4-3 EasyTune 6 ...72 4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced 73 4-5 ...Q-Share ...75 4-6 Time Repair ...76 Chapter 5 Appendix ...77 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 77 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers 77 5-1-2 Configuring GIGABYTE...
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... CLK (100 MHz) x1 x1 PCI Express Bus 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel PCI Bus LAN RJ45 RTL 8111D x1 x1 GIGABYTE SATA2 TSB43AB23 LGA1366 Processor CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 2000/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual/3 Channel Memory QPI Interface Intel® X58 IOH CLK (133... MHz) Intel® ICH10R Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port 3 IEEE 1394a CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side...
... CLK (100 MHz) x1 x1 PCI Express Bus 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel PCI Bus LAN RJ45 RTL 8111D x1 x1 GIGABYTE SATA2 TSB43AB23 LGA1366 Processor CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) DDR3 2000/1333/1066/800 MHz Dual/3 Channel Memory QPI Interface Intel® X58 IOH CLK (133... MHz) Intel® ICH10R Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 12 USB Ports LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy COM Port 3 IEEE 1394a CODEC PS/2 KB/Mouse Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side...
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... Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress... 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 -
... Software Operating System Form Factor 2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOSTM PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash Support for Virtual Dual BIOS Support for Download Center Support for Xpress Install Support for Xpress... 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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...the motherboard supports the memory. When enabling Dual Channel mode with three or four modules, it is installed, the BIOS will appear during the POST. When enabling 3 Channel mode with two memory modules, be used . Dual Channel-1....the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord ...- - 3 Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_1 DDR3_3 DDR3_2 DDR3_4 Three Modules DS/SS - - GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 16 -
...the motherboard supports the memory. When enabling Dual Channel mode with three or four modules, it is installed, the BIOS will appear during the POST. When enabling 3 Channel mode with two memory modules, be used . Dual Channel-1....the memory is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord ...- - 3 Channel Memory Configurations Table DDR3_1 DDR3_3 DDR3_2 DDR3_4 Three Modules DS/SS - - GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 16 -
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... PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 18 - Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Make sure the card is securely seated in your expansion card in the... Express slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the chassis back panel. 2. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your ...
... PCI Express x16 Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 18 - Locate an expansion slot that came with a screw. 5. Make sure the card is securely seated in your expansion card in the... Express slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the chassis back panel. 2. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that supports your ...
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... restart your computer. • Always turn off . Pin No. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 26 - The LED is off when the system is in the CMOS when the computer is turned off your computer and unplug the power... a metal object like a screwdriver to indicate system power status. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. ...
... restart your computer. • Always turn off . Pin No. Gently remove the battery from the battery holder and wait for 5 seconds.) 3. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 26 - The LED is off when the system is in the CMOS when the computer is turned off your computer and unplug the power... a metal object like a screwdriver to indicate system power status. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to keep the values (such as BIOS configurations, date, and time information) in S3/S4 sleep state or powered off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery. ...
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...(Reset Switch, Green): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive activity LED ... to this header according to the pin assignments below. PW+ PWSPEAK+ SPEAK- 2 20 1 19 HD+ HD- If a problem is detected, the BIOS may configure the way to turn off when the system is on the chassis front panel. RESRES+ NC Hard Drive Activity LED Reset Switch •...
...(Reset Switch, Green): Connects to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power switch (refer to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," "Power Management Setup," for information about beep codes. • HD (Hard Drive Activity LED, Blue) Connects to the hard drive activity LED ... to this header according to the pin assignments below. PW+ PWSPEAK+ SPEAK- 2 20 1 19 HD+ HD- If a problem is detected, the BIOS may configure the way to turn off when the system is on the chassis front panel. RESRES+ NC Hard Drive Activity LED Reset Switch •...
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... higher the CPU loading, the more details. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 32 - To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced. 22) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 23) PHASE LED The number of ...lighted LEDs. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults...
... higher the CPU loading, the more details. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 32 - To enable the Phase LED display function, please first enable Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced. 22) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to Chapter 2, "BIOS Setup," for BIOS configurations). 23) PHASE LED The number of ...lighted LEDs. Failure to do so may cause damage to the motherboard. • After system restart, go to BIOS Setup to load factory defaults (select Load Optimized Defaults...
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... prevent system instability or other unexpected results. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not alter the default settings (unless you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." • Because BIOS flashing is turned off, the battery on using...
... prevent system instability or other unexpected results. BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that you not alter the default settings (unless you not flash the BIOS. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. • Q-Flash allows the user to Chapter 4, "BIOS Update Utilities." • Because BIOS flashing is turned off, the battery on using...
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... configured in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to accept. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 34 - Note: The setting in Boot Menu. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. A. The POST Screen Function Keys Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award...
... configured in Boot Menu is effective for subsequent access to accept. GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 34 - Note: The setting in Boot Menu. 2-1 Startup Screen The following screens may appear when the computer boots. A. The POST Screen Function Keys Motherboard Model BIOS Version Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2008, Award...
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...Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Change CPU's Clock & Voltage BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu Main Menu:...available for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the bottom line of the ...
...Exit Without Saving ESC: Quit F8: Q-Flash Select Item F10: Save & Exit Setup F11: Save CMOS to BIOS F12: Load CMOS from BIOS Change CPU's Clock & Voltage BIOS Setup Program Function Keys Move the selection bar to select an item Execute command or enter the submenu Main Menu:...available for the current submenus Access the Q-Flash utility Display system information Save all the changes and exit the BIOS Setup program Save CMOS to BIOS Load CMOS from BIOS Main Menu Help The onscreen description of a highlighted setup option is displayed on the bottom line of the ...
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...; Exit Without Saving Abandon all the power-saving functions. PC Health Status Use this menu to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can use this task.) GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 36 - First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use the SPACE key) and then press to complete...
...; Exit Without Saving Abandon all the power-saving functions. PC Health Status Use this menu to the confirmation message will exit BIOS Setup. (Pressing can use this task.) GA-EX58-UD3R Motherboard - 36 - First enter the profile name (to erase the default profile name, use the SPACE key) and then press to complete...
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... and we recommend you install a memory module that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. If this feature. - 37 - BIOS Setup This page is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in system's failure to default values.) (Note 1) This item...
... and we recommend you install a memory module that supports this occurs, clear the CMOS values and reset the board to boot. If this feature. - 37 - BIOS Setup This page is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in system's failure to default values.) (Note 1) This item...
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BIOS Setup Depending on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Enabled Disabled When the CPU ...
BIOS Setup Depending on CPU loading, Intel EIST technology can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Enabled) Bi-Directional PROCHOT (Note) Enabled Disabled When the CPU ...
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...0ps) IOH Clock Skew Allows you to set the CPU clock prior to the North Bridge clock. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled. Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, ...at its good performance level. (Default) Extreme Lets the system operate at its best performance level. Disabled Profile1 Disables this feature. - 41 - BIOS Setup Options are : 700mV, 800mV, 900mV (default), 1000mV. Standard Lets the system operate at its basic performance level. >>>>> Advanced Clock Control...
...0ps) IOH Clock Skew Allows you to set the CPU clock prior to the North Bridge clock. Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) (Note) Allows the BIOS to read the SPD data on XMP memory module(s) to enhance memory performance when enabled. Options are : 700mV, 800mV (default), 900mV, ...at its good performance level. (Default) Extreme Lets the system operate at its best performance level. Disabled Profile1 Disables this feature. - 41 - BIOS Setup Options are : 700mV, 800mV, 900mV (default), 1000mV. Standard Lets the system operate at its basic performance level. >>>>> Advanced Clock Control...
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... are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. tWR Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 43 - BIOS Setup >>>>> Channel A/B/C Advanced Timing Control tRC Options are : Auto (default), 1~31. Command Rate(CMD) Options are: Auto (default), 1~2. >>>>> Channel A/B/C Misc Timing Control Round Trip Latency...
... are : Auto (default), 1~15. tRTP Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. tWR Options are : Auto (default), 1~63. ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults - 43 - BIOS Setup >>>>> Channel A/B/C Advanced Timing Control tRC Options are : Auto (default), 1~31. Command Rate(CMD) Options are: Auto (default), 1~2. >>>>> Channel A/B/C Misc Timing Control Round Trip Latency...
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BIOS Setup Enabling this feature adjusts Vdroop, keeping the CPU voltage more constant under light and heavy CPU load. Ch-B Address VRef. Ch-C Address VRef. 0.750V 0....
BIOS Setup Enabling this feature adjusts Vdroop, keeping the CPU voltage more constant under light and heavy CPU load. Ch-B Address VRef. Ch-C Address VRef. 0.750V 0....
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.... IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the IDE/SATA device on this channel. Time Sets the system time. BIOS Setup For example, 1 p.m. is week (read-only), month, date and year. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to...
.... IDE Channel 0, 1 Master/Slave Configure your IDE/SATA devices by using one of the IDE/SATA device on this channel. Time Sets the system time. BIOS Setup For example, 1 p.m. is week (read-only), month, date and year. Select the desired field and use the up arrow or down arrow key to...