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GA-X58A-UD9 LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-X58AUD9-1001R
GA-X58A-UD9 LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® Core™ i7 processor family User's Manual Rev. 1001 12ME-X58AUD9-1001R
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... carefully read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, ...169; 2010 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to their respective owners. No part of the product, read the User's Manual.
... carefully read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product. For example, "REV: 1.0" means the revision of GIGABYTE. Documentation Classifications In order to use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations: For quick set-up of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, ...169; 2010 GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. The trademarks mentioned in this manual may be made by any form or by GIGABYTE without GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Changes to their respective owners. No part of the product, read the User's Manual.
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Table of Contents Box Contents...6 Optional Items...6 GA-X58A-UD9 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-X58A-UD9 Motherboard 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 Optional Items...6 GA-X58A-UD9 Motherboard Layout 7 GA-X58A-UD9 Motherboard 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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... Green...87 4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 88 4-9 Teaming 89 Chapter 5 Appendix...91 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 91 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers 91 5-1-2 Configuring JMicron JMB362/GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller 99 5-1-3 Configuring Marvell 9128 SATA Controller 105 5-1-4 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette 110 5-1-5 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating...
... Green...87 4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D 88 4-9 Teaming 89 Chapter 5 Appendix...91 5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s 91 5-1-1 Configuring Intel ICH10R SATA Controllers 91 5-1-2 Configuring JMicron JMB362/GIGABYTE SATA2 SATA Controller 99 5-1-3 Configuring Marvell 9128 SATA Controller 105 5-1-4 Making a SATA RAID/AHCI Driver Diskette 110 5-1-5 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating...
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The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-X58A-UD9 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 ...
The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-X58A-UD9 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 ...
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... USB_LAN CPU_FAN CPU Voltage L1/2/3 CPU TEMP L1/2 LGA1366 FREQ. LED PW_SW ATX RST_SW PHASE LED DDR Voltage LED PWR_FAN GA-X58A-UD9 DDR3_2 USB30_LAN JMicron JMB362 AUDIO F_AUDIO SPDIF_I NEC D720200F1 PCIE_12V_1 NF200 RTL8111E NB_FAN Intel® X58 NB TEMP L1/2 NB Voltage... LED DDR PHASE LED Marvell 9128 IDE GSATA3_7 GSATA3_6 CODEC PCIEX8_1 PCIEX16_2 IT8720 SPDIF_O CD_IN PCIEX8_2 PCIEX16_3 PCIEX8_3 SYS_FAN1 PCIEX16_4 NF200 GIGABYTE SATA2 M_BIOS B_BIOS Intel® ICH10R TSB43AB23 SB Voltage L1/2/3 Debug BAT LED (Note) F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL ...
... USB_LAN CPU_FAN CPU Voltage L1/2/3 CPU TEMP L1/2 LGA1366 FREQ. LED PW_SW ATX RST_SW PHASE LED DDR Voltage LED PWR_FAN GA-X58A-UD9 DDR3_2 USB30_LAN JMicron JMB362 AUDIO F_AUDIO SPDIF_I NEC D720200F1 PCIE_12V_1 NF200 RTL8111E NB_FAN Intel® X58 NB TEMP L1/2 NB Voltage... LED DDR PHASE LED Marvell 9128 IDE GSATA3_7 GSATA3_6 CODEC PCIEX8_1 PCIEX16_2 IT8720 SPDIF_O CD_IN PCIEX8_2 PCIEX16_3 PCIEX8_3 SYS_FAN1 PCIEX16_4 NF200 GIGABYTE SATA2 M_BIOS B_BIOS Intel® ICH10R TSB43AB23 SB Voltage L1/2/3 Debug BAT LED (Note) F_USB3 F_USB2 F_USB1 SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL ...
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GA-X58A-UD9 Motherboard Block Diagram 3 PCI Express x8 4 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1366 CPU DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz ... RTL8111E LAN2 RJ45 Realtek RTL8111E x1 x1 x1 PCI Express Bus PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel x1 GIGABYTE SATA2 QPI Interface IOH CLK (133 MHz) Intel® X58 PCI Express Bus x1 NEC D720200F1 x1 PCIe CLK Marvell 9128 (100 MHz) 2 SATA 6Gb...
GA-X58A-UD9 Motherboard Block Diagram 3 PCI Express x8 4 PCI Express x16 CPU CLK+/- (133 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) LGA1366 CPU DDR3 2200/1333/1066/800 MHz ... RTL8111E LAN2 RJ45 Realtek RTL8111E x1 x1 x1 PCI Express Bus PCIe CLK (100 MHz) 2 SATA 3Gb/s ATA-133/100/66/33 IDE Channel x1 GIGABYTE SATA2 QPI Interface IOH CLK (133 MHz) Intel® X58 PCI Express Bus x1 NEC D720200F1 x1 PCIe CLK Marvell 9128 (100 MHz) 2 SATA 6Gb...
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ponents such as physical harm to the user. • If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a result of the product, please consult a certified computer ...
ponents such as physical harm to the user. • If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep your hands dry and first touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity. • Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within the computer casing. • Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface. • Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment. • Turning on the computer power during the installation process can become damaged as a result of the product, please consult a certified computer ...
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...modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Audio Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio ...(Note 3) (All PCI Express slots conform to the PCI Express 2.0) Multi-Graphics 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 (...
...modules Support for non-ECC memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) Audio Realtek ALC889 codec High Definition Audio ...(Note 3) (All PCI Express slots conform to the PCI Express 2.0) Multi-Graphics 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 (...
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Up to 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel sup- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive USB South Bridge: - TSB43AB23 chip: - Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, including 2 eSATA/USB Combo, 6 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal USB headers) NEC D720200F1 chip: - porting up to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Hardware Installation Storage Interface JMicron JMB362 chip...
Up to 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the back panel sup- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD iTE IT8720 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive USB South Bridge: - TSB43AB23 chip: - Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, including 2 eSATA/USB Combo, 6 via the IEEE 1394a bracket connected to the internal USB headers) NEC D720200F1 chip: - porting up to 2 SATA 3Gb/s devices - Hardware Installation Storage Interface JMicron JMB362 chip...
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I/O Controller w Hardware Monitor w w w w w w BIOS w w w w Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w w w Bundled Software w iTE IT8720 chip System voltage detection CPU/System/North Bridge temperature detection CPU/System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU fan fail warning CPU fan speed control (Note 4) 2 x 16 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash ...
I/O Controller w Hardware Monitor w w w w w w BIOS w w w w Unique Features w w w w w w w w w w w w w Bundled Software w iTE IT8720 chip System voltage detection CPU/System/North Bridge temperature detection CPU/System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU fan fail warning CPU fan speed control (Note 4) 2 x 16 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD BIOS Support for DualBIOS™ PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b Support for @BIOS Support for Q-Flash ...
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Hardware Installation If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the ...
Hardware Installation If you wish to set beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to GIGABYTE's website for the peripherals. 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Read the following guidelines before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage. • Locate the ...
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Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. Step 3: Use your thumb and index fingers. Hardware Installation - 14 - 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 correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. 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 position. B. Follow the steps below to ...
Step 2: Lift the metal load plate from the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU. Step 3: Use your thumb and index fingers. Hardware Installation - 14 - 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 correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket. 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 position. B. Follow the steps below to ...
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If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. 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 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push pins diagonally. Hardware ...
If the push pin is inserted as the example cooler.) Step 1: Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the installed CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may adhere to the CPU. Check that the Male and Female push pins are joined closely. (Refer to your CPU cooler installation manual for instructions on the motherboard. 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 4: You should hear a "click" when pushing down on the push pins diagonally. Hardware ...
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A Philip's screwdriver 2. Hardware Installation - 16 - The components received may vary in appearance from your chassis to the F_AUDIO connector on the motherboard, be sure to connect it grooves. Tools needed: 1. Step 3: Secure the Hybrid Silent-Pipe heatsink to the heatsink base by the included screws.(Use one hand to hold the top of the North Bridge heasink base. After connecting the tubes, make sure that four screws are attached to avoid shaking.) Step 2: Position the heatpipe underneath the heatsink of the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module into the tunnel of the fins to the ...
A Philip's screwdriver 2. Hardware Installation - 16 - The components received may vary in appearance from your chassis to the F_AUDIO connector on the motherboard, be sure to connect it grooves. Tools needed: 1. Step 3: Secure the Hybrid Silent-Pipe heatsink to the heatsink base by the included screws.(Use one hand to hold the top of the North Bridge heasink base. After connecting the tubes, make sure that four screws are attached to avoid shaking.) Step 2: Position the heatpipe underneath the heatsink of the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module into the tunnel of the fins to the ...
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... design. It is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and momery moudles.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet...
... design. It is installed, the BIOS will automatically detect the specifications and capacity of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used . (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and momery moudles.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet...
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As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Hardware Installation - 18 - Step 1: Note the orientation of the socket will snap into the memory socket. Place the memory module on the top edge of the memory socket. 1-5-2 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 install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely ...
As indicated in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in one direction. Hardware Installation - 18 - Step 1: Note the orientation of the socket will snap into the memory socket. Place the memory module on the top edge of the memory socket. 1-5-2 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 install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Notch DDR3 DIMM A DDR3 memory module has a notch, so it vertically into place when the memory module is securely ...
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Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Make sure the card is fully seated in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Press the white latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. - 19 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7. Align the card with your operating system. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the...
Install the driver provided with a screw. 5. Make sure the card is fully seated in the slot and does not rock. • Removing the Card: Press the white latch at the end of the PCI Express slot to release the card and then pull the card straight up from the slot. - 19 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7. Align the card with your operating system. Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card: • Installing a Graphics Card: Gently push down on the card are completely inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make sure the...
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The 2-Way CrossFireX/SLI technology currently supports Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 operating systems - The 3-Way/4-Way CrossFireX/SLI technology currently supports Windows Vista and Windows 7 operating systems only - Current NVIDIA GPUs that support 4-Way SLI technology include the GTX 285.) - Both of the two gold edge connectors on top of the graphics cards in the PCIEX16_2 and PCIEX16_4 slots need to be needed or not depending on the PCI Express x16 slots. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors...
The 2-Way CrossFireX/SLI technology currently supports Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 operating systems - The 3-Way/4-Way CrossFireX/SLI technology currently supports Windows Vista and Windows 7 operating systems only - Current NVIDIA GPUs that support 4-Way SLI technology include the GTX 285.) - Both of the two gold edge connectors on top of the graphics cards in the PCIEX16_2 and PCIEX16_4 slots need to be needed or not depending on the PCI Express x16 slots. Connecting the Graphics Cards Step 1: Observe the steps in the CrossFireX/SLI gold edge connectors...