Gigabyte GA-EX58-EXTREME Support Question
Gigabyte GA-EX58-EXTREME Support Question
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Question posted by elizabethmcclian13 on April 3rd, 2013
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list 2 different CPUs, with different specs
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Answer #1: Posted by tintinb on April 3rd, 2013 6:26 PM
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According to Cnet.com, Gigabyte GA-EX58-EXTREME is compatible with the following CPUs/Processors.
- Core i7
- Core i7 Extreme Edition
Source: http://reviews.cnet.com/motherboards/gigabyte-ga-ex58-extreme/4507-3049_7-33392404.html
Core i7 Specs http://www.intel.com/products/processor/corei7/specifications.htm
Core i7 Extreme Edition http://www.intel.com/products/processor/corei7ee/specifications.htm
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Related Gigabyte GA-EX58-EXTREME Manual Pages
Manual - Page 1
GA-EX58-EXTREME
LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM i7 processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 1004 12ME-EX58EX-1004R
Manual - Page 2
Motherboard GA-EX58-EXTREME
Oct. 31, 2008
Motherboard GA-EX58-EXTREME
Oct. 31, 2008
Manual - Page 4
Table of Contents
Box Contents ...6 OptionalItems ...6 GA-EX58-EXTREME 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 CPU ...
Manual - Page 6
...-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 - The box contents are for reference only.
Box Contents
GA-EX58-EXTREME 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 kit 2-Way...
Manual - Page 7
GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard Layout
KB_MS
SYS_FAN3
R_SPDIF V1394-1
ATX_12V_2X
CMOS_SW R_USB
CPU Voltage L1/2/3 LGA1366...
PCIEX1_1(Note 1)
RTL8111D
Intel® X58
RTL8111D PCIEX4_1
SPDIF_I CODEC
NB_FAN PCI1
NB Voltage L1/2/3 PCIEX16_1
GA-EX58-EXTREME
PCIEX16_2
DDR3_2 DDR3_1 DDR3_4 DDR3_3 DDR3_6 DDR3_5
SYS_FAN1
SB Voltage L1/2/3
BATTERY
CLR_CMOS
Intel® ICH10R
JMB322
JMB322...
Manual - Page 10
...61559; Support for DDR3 2100/1333/1066/800 MHz memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC889A codec High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel Support for Dolby® Home ...3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_0, GSATA2_1, GSATA2_2, GSATA2_3) supporting up to the internal IEEE 1394a headers)
GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 10 -
Manual - Page 12
GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 12 -
When PCIEX8_1 is populated with the PCIEX16_2 slot. if you are divided ...graphics card, the PCIEX16_2 slot will depend on the CPU/ system cooler you install.
(Note 6) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. BIOS Unique Features
Bundled Software Operating System Form Factor
2 x 8 Mbit flash Use of licensed AWARD...
Manual - Page 14
...lift it up vertically. (DO NOT touch socket contacts. Step 3: Use your thumb and index finger. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 14 - CPU Socket Lever
Step 1: Completely raise the CPU socket lever. Align the CPU pin...CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into the motherboard CPU socket. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.)
Step 4: Hold the CPU with...
Manual - Page 16
...with a screw to complete the installation. Tools needed: 1. Screws included with the motherboard
Hybrid Silent-Pipe
Follow the steps below to install the Hybrid Silent-Pipe module:
Step... panel with inner diameter of 7.5mm and outer diameter of the North Bridge heasink base. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 16 - Thermal grease 3. Step 2: Position the heatpipe underneath the heatsink of the Hybrid...
Manual - Page 18
... in the picture on the left, place your memory modules in the memory sockets.
Follow the steps below to install DDR3 DIMMs on the socket. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 18 - Step 2: The clips at both ends of the memory module. As indicated in one direction.
1-5-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module , make sure to...
Manual - Page 20
... graphics cards of identical brand and chips is able to provide sufficient power to fully support an SLI/CrossFireX configuration and other components in Figure 2.
GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 20 - Supported Operation Systems: Windows XP and Windows Vista operating systems are currently supported by the 2-Way SLI and 2-Way CrossFireX technologies. Current NVIDIA GPUs...
Manual - Page 22
...Procedure for more information about enabling SLI/CrossFireX technology.
For 3-Way CrossFireX: Browse to the Catalyst Control Center. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 22 -
Configuring the Graphics Card Driver: C-1 To enable SLI function
For 2-Way/3-Way SLI: After ... SLI/CrossFireX technology may slightly differ by graphics cards. Ensure SLI configuration and Physx is enabled. C.
Manual - Page 24
...device and then remove it from the connector. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard.
• When removing the cable, pull it side to side to an external audio...data rate. Use this feature, ensure that your audio system provides an optical digital audio in connector. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 24 - 1-9 Back Panel Connectors
clr CMOS
PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Port Use the...
Manual - Page 26
...: Below 60oC L1: 61~ 80oC (green) L2: Over 80oC (red)
North Bridge (NB Temp) Off: Below 60oC L1: 61~ 80oC (green) L2: Over 80oC (red)
GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 26 - CPU (FREQUENCY LED) Off: Normal condition F_LED1~F_LED5 : Blue
Temperature Indicator LEDs
The two sets of temperature indicator LEDs indicate the temperature level of...
Manual - Page 28
.../F2_1394 19) CI 20) CLR_CMOS 21) BAT 22) PHASE_LED 23) NB PHASE LED 24) DDR PHASE LED
Read the following guidelines before turning on the motherboard. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 28 - Unplug the
power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices. • After installing the device and before connecting external devices...
Manual - Page 30
... to the fan headers to this header. The black connector wire is the ground wire). The motherboard supports CPU fan speed control, which requires the use of a CPU fan with color-coded power...North Bridge and system from overheating. Do not place a jumper cap on the
headers. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 30 - Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan ...
Manual - Page 32
... least three hard drives. (The total number of hard drives must be an even number.)
• A RAID 10 configuration requires at least two hard drives.
GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 32 - 9) SATA2_0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors, Controlled by ICH10R, Blue)
The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are to be used, the total number...
Manual - Page 34
... a normal restart.
• NC (Purple): No connection
The front panel design may differ by issuing a beep code. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the ...S5).
• PW (Power Switch, Red): Connects to the speaker on the chassis front panel. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 34 - Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. When connecting your system ...
Manual - Page 46
...CPU cores. (Default)
1
Enables only one CPU core.
2
Enables only two CPU cores.
3
Enables only three CPU cores. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 46 - The item is present only if a CPU with unlocked clock ratio is present only if you to determine whether to...that supports this feature. The C3/C6/C7 state is a more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website.
Manual - Page 58
...PCI Express graphics card on the PCI Express x8 slot (PCIEX8_1) as the first display. GA-EX58-EXTREME Motherboard
- 58 - Disabled
displays normal POST message. (Default: Enabled)
Init Display First
Specifies the... x16 slot (PCIEX16_1) as the first display. For more information about Intel CPUs' unique features, please visit Intel's website. This function may enhance protection for...
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