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... other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other hardware components. Chapter 3, "Updating the BIOS" provides instructions on how to install the Board and other environments, such as follows: Chapter 1, "Board Features" provides a summary of data. It is intended for the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP. iii The suitability of this Product Guide are evaluated as Information Technology...
... other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other hardware components. Chapter 3, "Updating the BIOS" provides instructions on how to install the Board and other environments, such as follows: Chapter 1, "Board Features" provides a summary of data. It is intended for the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP. iii The suitability of this Product Guide are evaluated as Information Technology...
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Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide Installing the Processor Fan Heatsink 33 Connecting the Processor Fan Heatsink Cable 33 Removing the Processor 34 Installing and Removing Memory... the Battery 53 3 Updating the BIOS 58 Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 58 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory Update Utility ...59 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 59 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File 59 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility 60 Recovering the BIOS 61 4 Configuring for...
Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide Installing the Processor Fan Heatsink 33 Connecting the Processor Fan Heatsink Cable 33 Removing the Processor 34 Installing and Removing Memory... the Battery 53 3 Updating the BIOS 58 Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 58 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory Update Utility ...59 Obtaining the BIOS Update File 59 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File 59 Updating the BIOS with the Iflash Memory Update Utility 60 Recovering the BIOS 61 4 Configuring for...
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...; Voltage sensing to detect out of range values Related Links: For more information about the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/ Supported Operating Systems The Board supports the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate* Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise...
...; Voltage sensing to detect out of range values Related Links: For more information about the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/ Supported Operating Systems The Board supports the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate* Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise...
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... password is stored in the BIOS Setup program. Security Passwords The BIOS includes security features that add-in card. You can update the BIOS by following restrictions: The supervisor password gives unrestricted access to run the BIOS Setup program after you can ...can boot the computer. Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), BIOS Setup program, and PCI/PCI Express* and IDE auto-configuration utilities. The BIOS is set a supervisor password and a user password for the BIOS Setup and for booting the...
... password is stored in the BIOS Setup program. Security Passwords The BIOS includes security features that add-in card. You can update the BIOS by following restrictions: The supervisor password gives unrestricted access to run the BIOS Setup program after you can ...can boot the computer. Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide BIOS The BIOS provides the Power-On Self-Test (POST), BIOS Setup program, and PCI/PCI Express* and IDE auto-configuration utilities. The BIOS is set a supervisor password and a user password for the BIOS Setup and for booting the...
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.... If the shield does not fit, obtain a properly-sized shield from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis. Updating the BIOS Installing the I/O Shield The Workstation Board comes with an I /O Shield 27 Press the shield into place so it fits tightly and securely. You must install the I/O shield before installing...
.... If the shield does not fit, obtain a properly-sized shield from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis. Updating the BIOS Installing the I/O Shield The Workstation Board comes with an I /O Shield 27 Press the shield into place so it fits tightly and securely. You must install the I/O shield before installing...
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... install a processor, follow these instructions: 1. Lift the Socket Lever 29 Failure to install the processor on the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP. the standby power LED should not be lit (see Figure 3 on page 25. 2. Figure 7. Updating the BIOS Installing and Removing a Processor The following section provides instructions on how to do so could damage the...
... install a processor, follow these instructions: 1. Lift the Socket Lever 29 Failure to install the processor on the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP. the standby power LED should not be lit (see Figure 3 on page 25. 2. Figure 7. Updating the BIOS Installing and Removing a Processor The following section provides instructions on how to do so could damage the...
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... the processor straight down without tilting or sliding it in Figure 11. Make sure your thumb and index finger oriented as shown in the socket. Updating the BIOS 5. Figure 10. Install the Processor 31
... the processor straight down without tilting or sliding it in Figure 11. Make sure your thumb and index finger oriented as shown in the socket. Updating the BIOS 5. Figure 10. Install the Processor 31
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..., you can also use the onboard fan control, the fan will always operate at full speed. Updating the BIOS Installing the Processor Fan Heatsink The Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP has mounting holes for a processor fan heatsink. For instructions on how to attach the processor fan ...heatsink to the board, refer to the 4-pin processor fan header (Figure 13). However, since the fan with a 3-pin connector ...
..., you can also use the onboard fan control, the fan will always operate at full speed. Updating the BIOS Installing the Processor Fan Heatsink The Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP has mounting holes for a processor fan heatsink. For instructions on how to attach the processor fan ...heatsink to the board, refer to the 4-pin processor fan header (Figure 13). However, since the fan with a 3-pin connector ...
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... DIMM 1) and Channels B and C have one socket each. Dual Channel Memory Configuration 35 A typical single channel configuration is shown in less than optimal memory performance. Updating the BIOS Installing and Removing Memory The Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP has four 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets arranged in Figure 15.
... DIMM 1) and Channels B and C have one socket each. Dual Channel Memory Configuration 35 A typical single channel configuration is shown in less than optimal memory performance. Updating the BIOS Installing and Removing Memory The Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP has four 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets arranged in Figure 15.
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... DIMM into place. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord. 3. Make sure the clips are pushed outward to the computer. Figure 18. Updating the BIOS NOTE Using a DIMM with the keys in the socket (see Figure 18). To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Turn off all peripheral devices connected...
... DIMM into place. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord. 3. Make sure the clips are pushed outward to the computer. Figure 18. Updating the BIOS NOTE Using a DIMM with the keys in the socket (see Figure 18). To install a DIMM, follow these steps: 1. Turn off all peripheral devices connected...
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...the system. Installing Multiple PCI Express* x16 Graphics Cards 39 Depending on the over-current protection of the power supply, certain board components and/or traces may result across the connector pins. If the card is fully seated in the PCI Express* connector ...the PCI Express* primary connector (Figure 19, A) for optimum performance. Figure 19. Updating the BIOS Installing and Removing a PCI Express* x16 Card CAUTION When installing a PCI Express* card on the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP, ensure the card is not fully seated in the connector, an electrical short may ...
...the system. Installing Multiple PCI Express* x16 Graphics Cards 39 Depending on the over-current protection of the power supply, certain board components and/or traces may result across the connector pins. If the card is fully seated in the PCI Express* connector ...the PCI Express* primary connector (Figure 19, A) for optimum performance. Figure 19. Updating the BIOS Installing and Removing a PCI Express* x16 Card CAUTION When installing a PCI Express* card on the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP, ensure the card is not fully seated in the connector, an electrical short may ...
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Remove the screw (Figure 21, A) that secures the card's metal bracket to remove a PCI Express x16 card from the connector (C). 4. Pull the card straight up. Removing a PCI Express x16 Card 41 Observe the precautions in the notch. This releases the card from a connector: 1. Figure 21. Updating the BIOS Removing a PCI Express* x16 Card Follow these instructions to the chassis back panel. 3. Push the card ejector lever down using the tip of a pencil or similar tool (Figure 21, B) in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2.
Remove the screw (Figure 21, A) that secures the card's metal bracket to remove a PCI Express x16 card from the connector (C). 4. Pull the card straight up. Removing a PCI Express x16 Card 41 Observe the precautions in the notch. This releases the card from a connector: 1. Figure 21. Updating the BIOS Removing a PCI Express* x16 Card Follow these instructions to the chassis back panel. 3. Push the card ejector lever down using the tip of a pencil or similar tool (Figure 21, B) in "Before You Begin" on page 25. 2.
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Updating the BIOS Connecting to the Internal Headers and Connectors Before connecting cables to any of the internal headers and connectors on page 25. Internal Headers and Connectors 43 Item Description A Front panel audio B HD Audio Link C Chassis intrusion D IEEE 1394a Item Description E USB F Alternate front panel power LED G Front panel H S/PDIF Figure 23. Figure 23 shows the location of the internal headers or connectors, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP.
Updating the BIOS Connecting to the Internal Headers and Connectors Before connecting cables to any of the internal headers and connectors on page 25. Internal Headers and Connectors 43 Item Description A Front panel audio B HD Audio Link C Chassis intrusion D IEEE 1394a Item Description E USB F Alternate front panel power LED G Front panel H S/PDIF Figure 23. Figure 23 shows the location of the internal headers or connectors, observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP.
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... 7 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the chassis intrusion header. Table 6 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the IEEE 1394a header. Updating the BIOS Chassis Intrusion Header Figure 23, E shows the location of the IEEE 1394a header.
... 7 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the chassis intrusion header. Table 6 shows the pin assignments and signal names for the IEEE 1394a header. Updating the BIOS Chassis Intrusion Header Figure 23, E shows the location of the IEEE 1394a header.
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Updating the BIOS Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Figure 23, H shows the location of the front panel header. Table 11 shows the pin assignments and signal names ...
Updating the BIOS Alternate Front Panel Power LED Header Figure 23, H shows the location of the front panel header. Table 11 shows the pin assignments and signal names ...
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... Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this menu to select Clear Passwords. Clearing Passwords This procedure assumes the board is set to boot. 7. Observe ...computer's power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter). 3. Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide Table 12. Use the arrow keys to clear passwords. Press and Setup displays...computer and then turn on pins 2-3 as shown: 6. Remove the computer cover. 52 The BIOS recovers data in the computer, turn off the computer. Turn off the computer. Find the ...
... Self-Test (POST) runs, the BIOS displays the Maintenance Menu. Use this menu to select Clear Passwords. Clearing Passwords This procedure assumes the board is set to boot. 7. Observe ...computer's power cord from the AC power source (wall outlet or power adapter). 3. Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide Table 12. Use the arrow keys to clear passwords. Press and Setup displays...computer and then turn on pins 2-3 as shown: 6. Remove the computer cover. 52 The BIOS recovers data in the computer, turn off the computer. Turn off the computer. Find the ...
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... site: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/ 2. Download the file to a removable USB device. This is required. Double-click the executable file from the location on your hard drive. (You can also save this file to your hard drive where it was saved. Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide 3 Updating the BIOS The BIOS Setup program can be...
... site: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/ 2. Download the file to a removable USB device. This is required. Double-click the executable file from the location on your hard drive. (You can also save this file to your hard drive where it was saved. Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide 3 Updating the BIOS The BIOS Setup program can be...
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... need to update the BIOS. Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File The ISO Image BIOS update allows for the update of an Intel® Workstation Board BIOS to the latest production release regardless of the operating system installed on the Intel World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/ Navigate to the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and...
... need to update the BIOS. Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File The ISO Image BIOS update allows for the update of an Intel® Workstation Board BIOS to the latest production release regardless of the operating system installed on the Intel World Wide Web site at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/ Navigate to the Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and...
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..." prompt displays, press the Enter key. The utility available on the Intel World Wide Web site provides a simple method for the BIOS upgrade process to complete. You can update the system BIOS from the hard drive if no key is complete. Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide CAUTION Do not interrupt the process or the system may...
..." prompt displays, press the Enter key. The utility available on the Intel World Wide Web site provides a simple method for the BIOS upgrade process to complete. You can update the system BIOS from the hard drive if no key is complete. Intel® Workstation Board WX58BP Product Guide CAUTION Do not interrupt the process or the system may...
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... from the USB device and manually update the BIOS. Recovering the BIOS It is required. 61 Due to BIOS size and recovery requirements, a CD-R with the .BIO file in the root directory is unlikely that anything will interrupt the BIOS update; Configure the BIOS or use the F10 option during ...USB flash drive or other bootable USB media. 2. Updating the BIOS CAUTION Do not interrupt the process or the system may not function properly. 1. however, if an interruption occurs, the BIOS could be damaged. Uncompress the BIOS update file and copy the .BIO file, IFLASH.EXE, and .ITK file (optional)...
... from the USB device and manually update the BIOS. Recovering the BIOS It is required. 61 Due to BIOS size and recovery requirements, a CD-R with the .BIO file in the root directory is unlikely that anything will interrupt the BIOS update; Configure the BIOS or use the F10 option during ...USB flash drive or other bootable USB media. 2. Updating the BIOS CAUTION Do not interrupt the process or the system may not function properly. 1. however, if an interruption occurs, the BIOS could be damaged. Uncompress the BIOS update file and copy the .BIO file, IFLASH.EXE, and .ITK file (optional)...