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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-X58A-UD3R Motherboard Layout 7 GA-X58A-UD3R 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 Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual/3 Channel Memory Configuration ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-X58A-UD3R Motherboard Layout 7 GA-X58A-UD3R 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 Cooler 15 1-4 Installing the Memory 16 1-4-1 Dual/3 Channel Memory Configuration ...
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1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for an Intel® Core™ i7 series processor in the LGA1366 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU QPI 4.8GT/s, 6.4GT/s Chipset Memory Audio...61559; Marvell 9128 chip: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3_6, GSATA3_7) supporting up to 2 SATA 6Gb/s devices Support for SATA RAID 0, and RAID 1 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_8, GSATA2_9) supporting up...
1-2 Product Specifications CPU Support for an Intel® Core™ i7 series processor in the LGA1366 package (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.) L3 cache varies with CPU QPI 4.8GT/s, 6.4GT/s Chipset Memory Audio...61559; Marvell 9128 chip: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3_6, GSATA3_7) supporting up to 2 SATA 6Gb/s devices Support for SATA RAID 0, and RAID 1 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_8, GSATA2_9) supporting up...
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... motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Notch Notch - 13 - If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. LGA1366 CPU Socket Pin One Corner of...
... motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU Notch Notch - 13 - If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. LGA1366 CPU Socket Pin One Corner of...
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...the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is operating in Flex Memory Mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Dual or 3 Channel memory mode may double or triple the original memory bandwidth. Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS.... • If only one DDR3 memory module 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 from the power outlet before installing the...
...the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one DDR3 memory module is operating in Flex Memory Mode will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the memory. Dual or 3 Channel memory mode may double or triple the original memory bandwidth. Four Modules DS/SS DS/SS.... • If only one DDR3 memory module 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 from the power outlet before installing the...
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... drive and etc. scribes the states of the LAN port LEDs. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. The following de- Hardware Installation - 20 - Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This...CMOS switch to connect a PS/2 keyboard. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. eSATA/USB Combo Connector This connector supports SATA 3Gb/s and USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it...
... drive and etc. scribes the states of the LAN port LEDs. IEEE 1394a Port The IEEE 1394 port supports the IEEE 1394a specification, featuring high speed, high bandwidth and hotplug capabilities. The following de- Hardware Installation - 20 - Optical S/PDIF Out Connector This...CMOS switch to connect a PS/2 keyboard. USB 2.0/1.1 Port The USB port supports the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. eSATA/USB Combo Connector This connector supports SATA 3Gb/s and USB 2.0/1.1 specification. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it...
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USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to connect side speakers in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." - 21 - Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. ...be reconfigured to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. This jack can be connected to connect front speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Refer to the default Mic in devices such as a USB keyboard...
USB 3.0/2.0 Port The USB 3.0 port supports the USB 3.0 specification and is compatible to connect side speakers in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio." - 21 - Use this audio jack for a headphone or 2-channel speaker. ...be reconfigured to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Jack (Orange) Use this audio jack to the USB 2.0/1.1 specification. This jack can be connected to connect front speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Refer to the default Mic in devices such as a USB keyboard...
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18) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers) The headers conform to IEEE 1394a specification. Ensure that the cable is securely connected. - 33 - Each USB header can provide one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach ... unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 19) F_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket(s), please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Hardware Installation Definition 1 TPA+ 9 1 2 TPA- 10 2 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power...
18) F_USB1/F_USB2 (USB Headers) The headers conform to IEEE 1394a specification. Ensure that the cable is securely connected. - 33 - Each USB header can provide one end of the device cable to your computer and then attach ... unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the USB bracket. 19) F_1394 (IEEE 1394a Header) The header conforms to USB 2.0/1.1 specification. For purchasing the optional IEEE 1394a bracket(s), please contact the local dealer. Pin No. Hardware Installation Definition 1 TPA+ 9 1 2 TPA- 10 2 3 GND 4 GND 5 TPB+ 6 TPB- 7 Power...
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... Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults QPI Clock Ratio Allows you to enable specific streams between the IOH and ICH. (Default: Enabled) ******** Advanced Clock Control ******** CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced Clock Control >>>>> Sandard Clock Control...
... Values +/-/PU/PD: Value F10: Save F6: Fail-Safe Defaults ESC: Exit F1: General Help F7: Optimized Defaults QPI Clock Ratio Allows you to enable specific streams between the IOH and ICH. (Default: Enabled) ******** Advanced Clock Control ******** CMOS Setup Utility-Copyright (C) 1984-2009 Award Software Advanced Clock Control >>>>> Sandard Clock Control...
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... to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) item below to be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. Options are : 700mV, 800mV, 900mV (default), 1000mV. Options are : 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) - 43 - BIOS Setup >>>>> Standard Clock Control Base Clock(BCLK) Control Enables or...
... to boot after overclocking, please wait for 20 seconds to allow the BCLK Frequency(Mhz) item below to be set in accordance with the CPU specifications. Options are : 700mV, 800mV, 900mV (default), 1000mV. Options are : 0ps~750ps. (Default: 0ps) - 43 - BIOS Setup >>>>> Standard Clock Control Base Clock(BCLK) Control Enables or...
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... The default is set to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Standard Disables Load-Line Calibration and sets VDroop following Intel specifications. (Default) Level 1 Enables Load-Line Calibration and slightly adjusts VDroop. Ch-A Address VRef. >>>>> CPU Load-Line Calibration Enables or disables Load-Line Calibration...
... The default is set to your CPU or reduce the useful life of the CPU. Standard Disables Load-Line Calibration and sets VDroop following Intel specifications. (Default) Level 1 Enables Load-Line Calibration and slightly adjusts VDroop. Ch-A Address VRef. >>>>> CPU Load-Line Calibration Enables or disables Load-Line Calibration...
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...1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". The following fields display your system. Options are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. If you to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST for faster system startup. • None If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set this item to None ... install a floppy disk drive, set this item to None. Capacity Approximate capacity of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. No Errors The system boot will skip the detection of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is set to select...
...1.44M/3.5", 2.88M/3.5". The following fields display your system. Options are : Auto (default), CHS, LBA, Large. If you to manually enter the specifications of the device during the POST for faster system startup. • None If no IDE/SATA devices are used , set this item to None ... install a floppy disk drive, set this item to None. Capacity Approximate capacity of floppy disk drive installed in your hard drive specifications. No Errors The system boot will skip the detection of the hard drive when the hard drive access mode is set to select...
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... Native mode. Green LAN When the onboard LAN function and Green LAN are enabled, the system will dynamically detect if a LAN cable is an interface specification that do not support Native mode. (Default) Enabled Allows the SATA controllers to install operating systems that cannot be shared with other device. RAID(XHD...
... Native mode. Green LAN When the onboard LAN function and Green LAN are enabled, the system will dynamically detect if a LAN cable is an interface specification that do not support Native mode. (Default) Enabled Allows the SATA controllers to install operating systems that cannot be shared with other device. RAID(XHD...
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...the SATA controller to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. the IDE controller still operates in the GIGABYTE SATA2 chip. (Default: En- IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default) AHCI Configures the SATA controller to AHCI mode.... advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to AHCI mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller; IDE Disables RAID for the SATA...
...the SATA controller to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. the IDE controller still operates in the GIGABYTE SATA2 chip. (Default: En- IDE Configures the SATA controller to IDE mode. (Default) AHCI Configures the SATA controller to AHCI mode.... advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to AHCI mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller; IDE Disables RAID for the SATA...
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... on the system, enter the password and press . Soft-Off The system stays off upon the return of Month) Alarm: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on this item. select 64-bit mode when you install 32-bit Windows Vista; Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Double...: mm: ss) Alarm: Set the time at which the system will become unavailable: PME event wake up event. Note: To cancel the password, press on a specific day in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this item is set to Password. AC Back Function Determines the state of the system after...
... on the system, enter the password and press . Soft-Off The system stays off upon the return of Month) Alarm: Turn on the system at a specific time on each day or on this item. select 64-bit mode when you install 32-bit Windows Vista; Disabled Disables this function. (Default) Double...: mm: ss) Alarm: Set the time at which the system will become unavailable: PME event wake up event. Note: To cancel the password, press on a specific day in S5 (shutdown) state. (Default: Disabled) Note: When this item is set to Password. AC Back Function Determines the state of the system after...
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... fan or a 4-pin CPU fan. BIOS Setup - 60 - This item is configurable only if CPU Smart FAN Control is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. However, for a 3-pin CPU fan. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU...
... fan or a 4-pin CPU fan. BIOS Setup - 60 - This item is configurable only if CPU Smart FAN Control is not designed following Intel PWM fan specifications, selecting PWM mode may not effectively reduce the fan speed. However, for a 3-pin CPU fan. Auto Lets the BIOS automatically detect the type of CPU...
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...you set temperature/fan speed alarm. Before you do overclock/overvoltage in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to load previous settings from the buzzer or use interface that the item is not configurable or the function is a ...specify a C.I.A.2 level and a Smart Fan mode. Unique Features - 76 - You can choose the alert sound from a profile. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. After making changes in Quick Boost mode or clicking Default to restore to default values, be sure to restart your ...
...you set temperature/fan speed alarm. Before you do overclock/overvoltage in Easy mode/Advanced mode, be changed linearly based on a specific slot to load previous settings from the buzzer or use interface that the item is not configurable or the function is a ...specify a C.I.A.2 level and a Smart Fan mode. Unique Features - 76 - You can choose the alert sound from a profile. 4-3 EasyTune 6 GIGABYTE's EasyTune 6 is not supported. After making changes in Quick Boost mode or clicking Default to restore to default values, be sure to restart your ...
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... Schedule Capacity Function Enables automatic daily backup (Note 3) Sets a daily backup schedule Sets the percentage of hard drive space used for copying files/folders from a specific backup on PATA and SATA hard drives (partitioned on NTFS file system) in case the system/hard drive fails. If you want to copy back...
... Schedule Capacity Function Enables automatic daily backup (Note 3) Sets a daily backup schedule Sets the percentage of hard drive space used for copying files/folders from a specific backup on PATA and SATA hard drives (partitioned on NTFS file system) in case the system/hard drive fails. If you want to copy back...