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... insert the motherboard driver disk. You can go to the Application Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions:(Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the newly added harddrive has equal or greater capacity than or... The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. To manually set up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)(Note 1), users can use X.H.D to easily add a hard drive into a RAID 0 array that's been created earlier,...
... insert the motherboard driver disk. You can go to the Application Software screen to individually install the X.H.D utility later. Using GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) Instructions:(Note 2) Before launching X.H.D, make sure the newly added harddrive has equal or greater capacity than or... The X.H.D utility supports Windows 7/Vista/XP. To manually set up all motherboard drivers, including the X.H.D utility. eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D) With GIGABYTE eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)(Note 1), users can use X.H.D to easily add a hard drive into a RAID 0 array that's been created earlier,...
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GA-X58A-UD5 LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-X58AUD5-1001R
GA-X58A-UD5 LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-X58AUD5-1001R
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... the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Copyright © 2009 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. No part of the product, read or download the information on/from the... before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For instructions on how to the specifications and features in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. Example: For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of...
... the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Copyright © 2009 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. No part of the product, read or download the information on/from the... before updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information. For instructions on how to the specifications and features in the use GIGABYTE's unique features, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. Example: For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of...
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-X58A-UD5 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 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-X58A-UD5 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 ...
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... Green...85 4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 86 4-9 Teaming 87 Chapter 5 Appendix...89 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 89 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers 89 5-1-2 Configuring JMicron JMB362/GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller 97 5-1-3 Configuring Marvell 9128 SATA Controller 103 5-1-4 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette 108 5-1-5 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating...
... Green...85 4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 86 4-9 Teaming 87 Chapter 5 Appendix...89 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 89 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers 89 5-1-2 Configuring JMicron JMB362/GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller 97 5-1-3 Configuring Marvell 9128 SATA Controller 103 5-1-4 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette 108 5-1-5 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating...
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...-5*R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 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) - 6 - Box Contents GA-X58A-UD5 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3-Way SLI bridge connector...
...-5*R) 2-port IEEE 1394a bracket (Part No. 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) - 6 - Box Contents GA-X58A-UD5 motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable Four SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield 2-Way SLI bridge connector 3-Way SLI bridge connector...
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... ATX_12V_2X CMOS_SW USB_1394_ESATA_2 USB_1394_ESATA_1 CPU_FAN CPU Voltage L1/2/3 CPU TEMP L1/2 LGA1366 RST_SW PW_SW GA-X58A-UD5 PWR_FAN USB_LAN ATX USB30_LAN JMicron JMB362 DDR Voltage LED DDR PHASE LED F_AUDIO NB TEMP L1...GIGABYTE SATA2 Debug LED (Note 2) GSATA2_9 GSATA2_8 SYS_FAN2 F_USB2 IDE F_PANEL FDD F_1394 F_USB1 (Note 1) Due to Chapter 5. - 7 - For a longer expansion card, use other expansion slots. (Note 2) For error code information, please refer to a hardware limitation, the PCIEX1_1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 expansion card. GA-X58A-UD5...
... ATX_12V_2X CMOS_SW USB_1394_ESATA_2 USB_1394_ESATA_1 CPU_FAN CPU Voltage L1/2/3 CPU TEMP L1/2 LGA1366 RST_SW PW_SW GA-X58A-UD5 PWR_FAN USB_LAN ATX USB30_LAN JMicron JMB362 DDR Voltage LED DDR PHASE LED F_AUDIO NB TEMP L1...GIGABYTE SATA2 Debug LED (Note 2) GSATA2_9 GSATA2_8 SYS_FAN2 F_USB2 IDE F_PANEL FDD F_1394 F_USB1 (Note 1) Due to Chapter 5. - 7 - For a longer expansion card, use other expansion slots. (Note 2) For error code information, please refer to a hardware limitation, the PCIEX1_1 slot can only accommodate a shorter PCI Express x1 expansion card. GA-X58A-UD5...
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... x1 x1 x1 (100 MHz) JMicron JMB362 Intel® ICH10R 2 PCI Express x1 x1 2 eSATA 3Gb/s 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel GIGABYTE SATA2 PCI Bus TSB43AB23 CODEC Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 10 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy PS/2 KB/Mouse 3 IEEE 1394a Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer...
... x1 x1 x1 (100 MHz) JMicron JMB362 Intel® ICH10R 2 PCI Express x1 x1 2 eSATA 3Gb/s 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel GIGABYTE SATA2 PCI Bus TSB43AB23 CODEC Dual BIOS 6 SATA 3Gb/s 10 USB 2.0/1.1 LPC Bus IT8720 Floppy PS/2 KB/Mouse 3 IEEE 1394a Surround Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer...
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These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your dealer. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem...
These stickers are required for warranty validation. • Always remove the AC power by your dealer. Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by unplugging the power cord from the motherboard, make sure the power supply has been turned off. • Before turning on the power, make sure they are connected tightly and securely. • When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any installation steps or have a problem...
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... Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules Audio (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel ...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, ...
... Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules Audio (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel ...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, ...
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Storage Interface JMicron JMB362 chip: - 2 x eSATA 3Gb/s connectors (eSATA/USB Combo) on the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) NEC chip: - Up to 1 floppy disk drive USB Integrated in the South Bridge - Hardware Installation TSB43AB23 chip - porting up to 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel, including 2 eSATA/...
Storage Interface JMicron JMB362 chip: - 2 x eSATA 3Gb/s connectors (eSATA/USB Combo) on the back panel, 1 via the USB brackets connected to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) NEC chip: - Up to 1 floppy disk drive USB Integrated in the South Bridge - Hardware Installation TSB43AB23 chip - porting up to 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel, including 2 eSATA/...
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when PCIEX8_2 is populated with an expansion card, the PCIEX16_2 slot will operate at up to x8 mode. (Note 4) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will be less than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install them in the PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots. (Note 3) The PCIEX8_1 and PCIEX8_2 slots share bandwidth with an expansion card, the PCIEX16_1 slot will operate at up to install it is recommended that you install. (Note 5) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 ...
when PCIEX8_2 is populated with an expansion card, the PCIEX16_2 slot will operate at up to x8 mode. (Note 4) Whether the CPU/system fan speed control function is supported will be less than 4 GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory size displayed will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install them in the PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX16_2 slots. (Note 3) The PCIEX8_1 and PCIEX8_2 slots share bandwidth with an expansion card, the PCIEX16_1 slot will operate at up to install it is recommended that you install. (Note 5) Available functions in the PCIEX16_1 ...
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... sure that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment...
... sure that the system bus frequency be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. If you may occur. • Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. Hardware Installation Locate the alignment...
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Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Hardware Installation - 14 - 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. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index finger to hold the protective socket cover as indicated and lift it up ...
Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the power outlet to prevent damage to correctly install the CPU into its locked position. Hardware Installation - 14 - 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. CPU Socket Lever Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. Align the CPU pin one marking (triangle) with the pin one corner of the CPU socket (or you may align the CPU notches with your thumb and index finger to hold the protective socket cover as indicated and lift it up ...
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Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin Male Push Pin The Top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. Push down each push pin. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the surface of ...
Direction of the Arrow Sign on the Male Push Pin Male Push Pin The Top of Female Push Pin Female Push Pin Step 2: Before installing the cooler, note the direction of the arrow sign on the male push pin. (Turning the push pin along the direction of arrow is to remove the cooler, on the contrary, is complete. Push down each push pin. Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU cooler and CPU may damage the CPU. - 15 - Step 6: Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the surface of ...
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... sure to install it in the DDR3_1, DDR3_2, DDR3_3 and DDR3_5 sockets. • If only one DDR3 memory module is installed, 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...
... sure to install it in the DDR3_1, DDR3_2, DDR3_3 and DDR3_5 sockets. • If only one DDR3 memory module is installed, 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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Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. 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 prevent damage to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the memory module. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. Spread the ...
Step 1: Note the orientation of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it can only fit in the memory sockets. DDR3 and DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to each other or DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. Place the memory module on this motherboard. 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 prevent damage to correctly install your fingers on the top edge of the memory module. Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory socket. Spread the ...
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Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on your expansion card(s). 7. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Press the white latch at the end of the card until it is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. Hardware Installation - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the ...
Locate an expansion slot that came with the slot, and press down on your expansion card(s). 7. Remove the metal slot cover from the slot. Make sure the card is securely seated in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Press the white latch at the end of the card until it is fully seated in the expansion slot. 1. Hardware Installation - 18 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before you begin to install an expansion card: • Make sure the ...
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Current NVIDIA GPUs that support 3-Way CrossFireX technology include the Radeon HD 3800 series, Radeon HD 4800 and Radeon HD 58XX series. C-2. Two/three CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of the two/three cards. A power supply with sufficient power is enabled. (Note) The bridge connectors may differ by graphics cards. Browse to apply. Click OK to the CrossFireX menu and select the Enable CrossFireX™ check box. To Enable SLI Function Click OK to the CrossFireX menu, select the Enable CrossFireX™ check box, and select the 3 GPUs combination. Refer ...
Current NVIDIA GPUs that support 3-Way CrossFireX technology include the Radeon HD 3800 series, Radeon HD 4800 and Radeon HD 58XX series. C-2. Two/three CrossFireX/SLI-ready graphics cards of the two/three cards. A power supply with sufficient power is enabled. (Note) The bridge connectors may differ by graphics cards. Browse to apply. Click OK to the CrossFireX menu and select the Enable CrossFireX™ check box. To Enable SLI Function Click OK to the CrossFireX menu, select the Enable CrossFireX™ check box, and select the 3 GPUs combination. Refer ...