ECS X58B-A2, X58B-A3 SLI, X58B-A User Manual
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing
this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation
Canadian Department of Communications
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferencecausing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur
le matériel brouilieur du Canada.
About the Manual
The manual consists of the following:
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Describes features of the
motherboard.
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Chapter 3
Using BIOS
Chapter 4
Using the Motherboard Software
Chapter 5
ATI Crossfire
Chapter 6
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Intel
RAID Configurations
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T echnology Support
Matrix Storage Manager
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Describes installation of
motherboard components.
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Describes the motherboard
software
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CrossfireTM Technology
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Storage Manager RAID Configurations
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Chapter 1 1
Introducing the Motherboard 1
Introduction...................................................................................1
Feature............................................................................................2
Specifications................................................................................4
Motherboard Components..........................................................5
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Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard 7
Safety Precautions............................................................................7
Choosing a Computer Case.............................................................7
Installing the Motherboard in a Case............................................7
Checking Jumper Settings...............................................................8
Setting Jumpers.......................................................................8
Checking Jumper Settings.......................................................9
Jumper Settings.......................................................................9
Installing Hardware...................................................................10
Installing the Processor.........................................................10
Installing Memory Modules...................................................12
Expansion Slots......................................................................15
Connecting Optional Devices................................................17
Installing a Hard Disk Drive/CD-ROM/SATA Hard Drive...19
Connecting I/O Devices.................................................................21
Connecting Case Components.....................................................22
Front Panel Header...............................................................24
Chapter 3 25
Using BIOS 25
About the Setup Utility ........................ ......................................... 25
The Standard Configuration...................................................25
Entering the Setup Utility.......................................................25
Resetting the Default CMOS V alues......................................26
Using BIOS......................................................................................27
Standard CMOS Setup..........................................................28
Advanced Setup.....................................................................30
Advanced Chipset Setup.........................................................33
Integrated Peripherals...........................................................34
Power Management Setup.....................................................35
PCI/PnP Setup.......................................................................36
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PC Health Status...................................................................37
M.I.B (MB Intelligent BIOS).................................................39
Load Default Settings............................................................42
Supervisor Password............................................................42
User Password......................................................................43
Save & Exit Setup..................................................................43
Exit Without Saving...............................................................43
Updating the BIOS................................................................44
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Using the Motherboard Software 45
About the Software CD-ROM......................................................45
Auto-installing under W indows XP/Vista..................................45
Running Setup.......................................................................46
Manual Installation........................................................................50
Utility Software Reference........................................................50
Chapter 5
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A TI CrossFireTM T echnology Support 51
Requirements..................................................................................51
Installing CrossFireTM graphics cards.........................................52
The CatalystTM Control Center Dialog Box.................................53
View.......................................................................................53
To Enable CrossFire
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Intel® Matrix Storage Manager RAID Configurations 55
Before creating a RAID set...........................................................55
Entering Intel® Matrix Storage Manager RAID BIOS utility ...56
Creating a RAID set.......................................................................57
Deleting a RAID set.......................................................................59
Resetting disks to Non-RAID......................................................60
Exiting Setup...................................................................................60
Bootblock Initialization Code Checkpoints 61
POST Code Checkpoints 62
Chapter 1
Introducing the Motherboard
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the X58B-A2 motherboard. This motherboard is a high
performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1366
socket Intel
The motherboard incorporates the Intel
Southbridge (SB) chipsets. The Northbridge supports Intel® QuickPath Interconnect
(Intel
controller supports DDR3 memory DIMM frequencies of 1333/1066/800. It supports six DDR3 sockets with up to maximum memory of 24 GB. DDR3 Maximum
memory bandwidth of 32 GB/s in triple-channel symmetric mode assuming DDR3
1333 MHz. High resolution graphics via two PCI Express slots, intended for Graphics
Interface, is fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 2.0.
Additionally, one PCI Express x4 slot is supported, fully compliant to the PCI
Express Base Specificaiton revision 2.0 as well. It supports the ATI CrossFire
Technology that allows you to install GPU graphics cards.
The ICH10R Southbridge on this motherboard supports one PCI slot which is PCI
v2.3 compliant. In addition, two PCI Express x1 slot is supported, fully compliant to
the PCI Express Base Specification revision 1.1. It implements an EHCI compliant
interface that provides 480 Mb/s bandwidth for twelve USB 2.0 ports (six USB ports
and three USB 2.0 headers support additional six USB ports). The Southbridge supports six SATA ports with maximum transfer rate up to 3.0 Gb/s each. It supports
Intel® Matrix Storage Technology, providing both AHCI and RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
configuration.
The motherboard is equipped with advanced full set of I/O ports in the rear panel,
including PS/2 mouse and keyboard connectors, one CLR_CMOS button, two eSATA
ports, one 1394a port, one LAN port, six USB ports, one optical SPDIFO port and
audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch line-out.
In addition, this motherboard comes with an LED for debug, a power on button, a
reset button and a CLR_CMOS button. The processor can be overclocked when CPU
Over-clocking Func. is set to Enabled in M.I.B (MB Intelligent BIOS).
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CoreTM i7 processor for high-end business or personal desktop markets.
X58 Northbridge (NB) and Intel ICH10R
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QPI) of 4.8 GT/s to 6.4 GT/s supporting different routing lengths. The memory
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Introducing the Motherboard
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Feature
Processor
The motherboard uses an LGA1366 type of Intel
carries the following features:
• Accommodates Intel® CoreTM i7 processor
• Intel
®
QuickPath Interconnect (Intel® QPI) of 4.8 GT/s to 6.4 GT/s support-
ing different routing lengths
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CoreTM i7 processor that
Chipset
The X58 Northbridge (NB) and ICH10R Southbridge (SB) chipsets are based on
an innovative and scalable architecture with proven reliability and performance.
X58 (NB)
• One full width Intel® QPI (QuickPath Interconnect) link interface
• Packetized protocol with 18 data/protocol bits and 2 CRC
bits per link per direction, 4.8 GT/s to 6.4 GT/s suporting
different routing lengths
• Support for 64-byte cacheline size
• Two x16 PCI Express Gen2 ports each supporting up to 8
GB/s direction peak bandwidth
• An additional x4 PCI Express Gen2 port configuration to 2
x2 interface
ICH10R
(SB)
• Enhanced DMA Controller , interrupt controller, and timer functions
• Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification, revision
1.1
• Compliant with PCI v2.3 specificaiton
• Compliant with SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controller
• Integrated USB 2.0 Host Controller supporting up to twelve
USB 2.0 ports
• Supports Intel® Matrix Storage Technology, providing both
AHCI and RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 configuration
Memory
• Supports DDR3 1333/1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM with Triple-channel architecture
• Accommodates six unbuffered DIMMs
• Up to 4 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 24 GB
• Supports 1 Gb, 2 Gb and 4 Gb DDR3 DRAM technologies for x8 and x16
devices (It is not recommended to use 512 Mb DDR3 memory device on
this motherboard)
Audio
• Compliant with Intel High Definition Audio Codec
• 7.1 channel audio CODEC
Onboard LAN
• Realtek Giga LAN Controller
Introducing the Motherboard
Expansion Options
The motherboard comes with the following expansion options:
• Two PCI Express x16 slots for Graphic Interface
• One PCI Express x4 slot
• Two PCI Express x1 slots
• One 32-bit PCI v2.3 compliant slot
• Six 7-pin SATA connectors
1394a Fire Wire
• Compliant with single chip host controller for IEEE Std 1394-1995 and
IEEE 1394a-2000
• Integrated 400 Mb/s 2-Port PHY for the PCI BUS
• 3.3V Power supply with 5V Tolerant Inputs
Integrated I/O
The motherboard has a full set of I/O ports and connectors:
• Two PS/2 ports for mouse and keyboard
• One CLR_CMOS button
• Two eSATA ports
• One 1394a port
• One LAN port
• Six USB ports
• One optical SPDIFO port
• Audio jacks for microphone, line-in and 8-ch line-out
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BIOS Firmware
This motherboard uses AMI BIOS that enables users to configure many system
features including the following:
• Power management
• Wake-up alarms
• CPU parameters
• CPU and memory timing
• ECS M.I.B. BIOS
The firmware can also be used to set parameters for different processor clock
speeds.
1. Some hardware specifications and software items are subject to change
without prior notice.
2. Due to chipset limitation, we recommend that motherboard be operated in the ambiance between 0 and 50 °C.
Introducing the Motherboard
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Specifications
CPU
Chipset
Memory
Expansion
Slots
Storage
Audio
Giga LAN
Rear Panel I/O
Internal I/O
Connectors &
Headers
System BIOS
Form Factor • ATX Size, 305mm x 244mm
• LGA1366 socket for latest Intel® CoreTM i7 processor
• Intel
• Intel X58 & ICH10R
• North Bridge: Intel X58
• South Bridge: Intel ICH10R
• Triple-channel DDR3 memory architecture
• 6 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets support up to 24 GB
• Supports DDR3 1333/1066/800 DDR3 SDRAM
• 2 x PCI Express Gen2 x16 slots
• 2 x PCI Express x1 slots
• 1 x PCI Express x4 slot
• 1 x PCI slot
• Supported by Intel ICH10R
• 6 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
• Supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
• Support by JMicron
• 2 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s devices
• Realtek ALC 888S supports 7.1 channel HD audio
• Realtek 811 1C PCIE GigaLAN Controller
• 1 x PS/2 keyboard & PS/2 mouse connector
• 1 x CLR_CMOS button
• 2 x eSATA ports
• 1 x 1394a port
• 6 x USB ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN connector
• 1 x Audio port (1 Line in, 4 x Line out, 1 Optical SPDIF Out)
• 1 x 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector, 8-pin 12V connec-
• 6 x Serial ATA connectors
• 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB ports
• 1 x Clear CMOS header
• 1 x Front panel header
• 1 x PWR & RST button
• 1 x Front panel 1394a header
• 1 x COM header
• 1 x SPDIF out header
• 1 x Front panel audio header
• 1 x CD_in header
• CPU_FAN/SYS_F AN/PWR_FAN/NB_F AN connectors
• AMI BIOS with 16Mb SPI ROM
• Supports Plug and Play 1.0A, APM 1.2, Multi Boot, DMI
• Supports ACPI revision 1.0 specification
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QuickPath Interconnect (Intel® QPI) of 4.8 GT/s to 6.4
GT/s supporting different routing lengths
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JMB362
tor & ATX4P connector
Introducing the Motherboard
Motherboard Components
Table of Motherboard Components
LABEL COMPONENTS
1. CPU Socket
2. CPU_FAN CPU cooling fan connector
3. DDR3_1~6
4. ATX_POWER
5. PWR_BTN
6. RST_BTN
7. SATA1~6
8. SYS_FAN
9. F_PANEL
10. CLR_CMOS
11. F_USB1~3
12. F_1394A Onboard 1394a header
13. COM Onboard serial port header
14. PWR_FAN
15. SPDIFO
16. F_AUDIO
17. CD_IN
18. PCIE1~2
19. PCIEX16_1
PCIEX16_2
20. PCI
21. PCIE4X1 PCI Express x4 slot
22. ATX4P Auxiliary power connector for graphics card
23. NB_FAN Northbridge cooling fan connector
24. ATX12V 8-pin +12V power connector
LGA1366 socket for Intel
240-pin DDR3 SDRAM slots
Standard 24-pin ATX power connector
Power on button
Reset button
Serial ATA connectors
System cooling fan connector
Front panel switch/LED header
Clear CMOS jumper
Front panel USB headers
Power cooling fan connector
SPDIF out header
Front panel audio header
Analog audio input connector
PCI Express x1 slots
PCI Express slots for graphics interface
32-bit add-on card slot
This concludes Chapter 1. The next chapter explains how to install the motherboard.
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CoreTM i7 processor
Introducing the Motherboard
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Memo
Introducing the Motherboard
Chapter 2
Installing the Motherboard
Safety Precautions
• Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static electricity
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely
grounded object before working on the motherboard
• Leave components in the static-proof bags they came in
• Hold all circuit boards by the edges. Do not bend circuit boards
Choosing a Computer Case
There are many types of computer cases on the market. The motherboard complies
with the specifications for the ATX system case. Some features on the motherboard
are implemented by cabling connectors on the motherboard to indicators and switches
on the system case. Make sure that your case supports all the features required.
Most cases have a choice of I/O templates in the rear panel. Make sure that the I/O
template in the case matches the I/O ports installed on the rear edge of the
motherboard.
This motherboard carries an ATX form factor of 305 x 244 mm. Choose a case that
accommodates this form factor.
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Installing the Motherboard in a Case
Refer to the following illustration and instructions for installing the motherboard in
a case.
Most system cases have mounting brackets installed in the case, which correspond
the holes in the motherboard. Place the motherboard over the mounting brackets
and secure the motherboard onto the mounting brackets with screws.
Ensure that your case has an I/O template that supports the I/O ports and expansion
slots on your motherboard.
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Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.
Checking Jumper Settings
This section explains how to set jumpers for correct configuration of the motherboard.
Setting Jumpers
Use the motherboard jumpers to set system configuration options. Jumpers with
more than one pin are numbered. When setting the jumpers, ensure that the jumper
caps are placed on the correct pins.
The illustrations show a 2-pin jumper. When
the jumper cap is placed on both pins, the
jumper is SHORT. If you remove the jumper
cap, or place the jumper cap on just one pin,
the jumper is OPEN.
This illustration shows a 3-pin jumper. Pins
1 and 2 are SHORT.
SHORT OPEN
Installing the Motherboard
Checking Jumper Settings
The following illustration shows the location of the motherboard jumpers. Pin 1 is
labeled.
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Jumper Settings
Jumper
CLR_CMOS
To avoid the system unstability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users
to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then
“Save and Exit Setup”.
Type
Description Setting (default)
1-2: NORMAL
3-pin
Clear CMOS
2-3: CLEAR CMOS
Before clearing the
CMOS, make sure to
turn off the system.
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CLR_CMOS
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Installing Hardware
Installing the Processor
Caution: When installing a CPU heatsink and cooling fan make sure that
you DO NOT scratch the motherboard or any of the surface-mount resistors with the clip of the cooling fan. If the clip of the cooling fan scrapes
across the motherboard, you may cause serious damage to the motherboard
or its components.
On most motherboards, there are small surface-mount resistors near the
processor socket, which may be damaged if the cooling fan is carelessly
installed.
Avoid using cooling fans with sharp edges on the fan casing and the clips.
Also, install the cooling fan in a well-lit work area so that you can clearly
see the motherboard and processor socket.
Before installing the Processor
This motherboard automatically determines the CPU clock frequency and system bus
frequency for the processor. You may be able to change the settings in the system
Setup Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not over-clock processors or
other components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning:
1. Over-clocking components can adversely affect the reliability of the
system and introduce errors into your system. Over-clocking can permanently damage the motherboard by generating excess heat in components
that are run beyond the rated limits.
2. Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the
power outlet before installing or removing the motherboard or other
hardware components.
This motherboard has an LGA1366 socket. When choosing a processor, consider the
performance requirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor
design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity
of internal cache memory and external cache memory.
Fail-Safe Procedures for Over-clocking
When end-users encounter failure after attempting over-clocking, please take the
following steps to recover from it.
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Press and hold the “Page Up Key (PgUp)” of the keyboard, and then boot the PC
up.
3. Two seconds after the PC boots up, release the “Page Up Key (PgUp)”.
4. The BIOS returns to the default setting by itself.
Installing the Motherboard
CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Opening of the Load Plate
· Put your thumb on the tail of the load
plate and press the tail down.
· Rotate the load plate to fully open
position.
B. Disengaging of the Load Lever
· Hold the hook of lever and pull it to the
left side to clear retention tab.
· Rotate the load lever to fully open
position.
C. Removing the Cap
· Be careful not to touch the contact at
any time.
D. Inserting the Package
· Grasp the package. Ensure to grasp on
the edge of the substrate.
· Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your
bottom-left side.
· Aim at the socket and place the package
carefully into the socket by purely
vertical motion.
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E. Closing the Load Plate
· Rotate the load plate onto the package
IHS (Intergraded Heat Spreader).
· Engage the load lever while pressing
down lightly onto the load plate.
· Secure the load lever with the hook
under retention tab.
F. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base
onto the CPU socket on the motherboard.
G. Make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the
CPU fan connector. Please refer to the
CPU cooling fan user’s manual for more
detail installation procedure.
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1. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that
you use a high quality fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and
heatsink installation procedures may vary with the type of CPU fan/
heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
2. DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a
CPU.
3. Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted
only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1366 socket.
Installing Memory Modules
This motherboard accommodates four memory modules. It can support six 240-pin
DDR3 1333/1066/800. The total memory capacity is 24 GB.
DDR3 SDRAM memory module table
Memory module Memory Bus
DDR3 800 400 MHz
DDR3 1066 533 MHz
DDR3 1333 667 MHz
You must install at least one module in any of the six slots. Each module can be
installed with 4 GB of memory; total memory capacity is 24 GB.
The six DDR3 memory sockets (DDR3_1, DDR3_2, DDR3_3, DDR3_4, DDR3_5,
DDR3_6) are divided into three channels and each channel has two memory sockets
as following:
Channel A: DDR3_1, DDR3_2
ff
Channel B: DDR3_3, DDR3_4
ff
Channel C: DDR3_5, DDR3_6
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Recommend memory configuration
Mode
2 DIMMs - Populated - Popul a t e d - 3 DIMMs - Populated - Popul ated - Popul ated
4 DIMMs Populated Populated - P o pul ated - Popul ated
6 DIMMs Populated Populated Populat ed Populated Populated Popul ated
DDR3_1 DDR3_2 DDR3_3 DDR3_4 DDR3_5 DDR3_6
Due to Intel CPU spec definition, the system will not boot if only one
DIMM is installed in DDR3_1, DDR3_3, or DDR3_5. Follow the table
above for recommended memory configuration.
Sockets
Installing the Motherboard
1. For best performance and compatibility, we recommend that users
give priority to the yellow DIMMs (DDR3_2/DDR3_4/DDR3_6) when
installing DIMMs.
2. We suggest users not mix memory type. It is recommended to use
the same brand and type memory on this motherboard.
Do not remove any memory module from its antistatic packaging
until you are ready to install it on the motherboard. Handle the
modules only by their edges. Do not touch the components or metal
parts. Always wear a grounding strap when you handle the modules.
Installation Procedure
Refer to the following to install the memory modules.
1 This motherboard supports unbuffered DDR3 SDRAM .
2 Push the latches on each side of the DIMM slot down.
3 Align the memory module with the slot. The DIMM slots are keyed with
notches and the DIMMs are keyed with cutouts so that they can only be
installed correctly.
4 Check that the cutouts on the DIMM module edge connector match the
notches in the DIMM slot.
5 Install the DIMM module into the slot and press it firmly down until it
seats correctly. The slot latches are levered upwards and latch on to
the edges of the DIMM.
6 Install any remaining DIMM modules.
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Table A: DDR3 (memory module) QVL (Qualified V endor List)
The following DDR3 1333/1066/800 memory modules have been tested and qualified
for use with this motherboard.
Type
DDR3 800
DDR3 1066
DDR3 1333
DDR3 1600 1 GB
Si ze Vendor Module Name
1 GB
1 GB
2 GB
4 GB
1 GB
2 GB
HYNIX PC3-6400U-6-00
A-data M3O S S3H3I3120B5Z/Boxed
Aeneon AEH760UD00-10FA98X
Corsair CM3X1024-1066C7/Boxed
Hynix HMT112U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
Kingston
M icron MT8JTF12864AY-1G1D1
Qimonda
Samsung
Elixir
Hynix
Kingston
Micron
Qimonda
Samsung
Samsung M378B5273BH 1-CF8 0840
Aeneon
Corsair CM 3X1024-1333C9D HX/Boxed
Hynix HMT112U6AFP8C-H 9N0 AA
Kingston
Qimonda IMSH1GU13A1F1C-13H
Samsung
A-DATA
Hexon
Hynix
Kingston KVR1333D 3N9K2/2G
Qimonda IMSH2GU13A1F1C-13H B3S81124001
Samsung M378B5673DZ1-CH9 0842
Kingston KHX12800D3K 3/3GX
IMSH1GU03A1F1C-10F B2S81427023
IMSH1GU03A1F1C-10G B2S81427034
Gold Bar M378B2873DZ1-CF8 0818
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-10F B3S81427044
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-10G B3S81528005
IMSH2GU13A1F1C-13H B3S81124001
KVR1066D 3N7/1G
M378B2873DZ1-CF8 0842
M2F2G64CB8HA4N-BE
HMT125U6AFP8C-G7N0 AA
HYMT125U64ZNF8-G8 AA
KVR1066D 3N7/2G 1.5V 9905403-
006.A00LF
M T16JTF25664AY-1G1D 1
M378B5673DZ1-CF8 0842
AXH760UD00-13GA98X
KVR1333D 3N9
M 378B 2873DZ1-CH9
M 3OSS6H3J4130E1C5Z
ELPH8A UDR-13M88
HMT125U6AFP8C-H9N0 AA
Installing the Motherboard
Expansion Slots
Installing Add-on Cards
The slots on this motherboard are designed to hold expansion cards and connect them
to the system bus. Expansion slots are a means of adding or enhancing the
motherboard’s features and capabilities. With these efficient facilities, you can increase the motherboard’s capabilities by adding hardware that performs tasks that are
not part of the basic system.
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PCIE4X1 Slot
PCI Slot
PCIEX16_1/
PCIEX16_2
Slots
PCIE1~2 Slots
The PCI Express x4 slot is fully compliant to the PCI Express
Base Specification revision 2.0.
This motherboard is equipped with one standard PCI slot. PCI
stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and is a bus standard for expansion cards, which for the most part, is a supplement of the older ISA bus standard. The PCI slot on this board is
PCI v2.3 compliant.
The PCI Express x16 slots are used to install an external PCI
Express graphics card that is fully compliant to the PCI Express
Base Specification revision 2.0. For CrossFireTM information
please refer to Chapter 5.
The PCI Express x1 slots are fully compliant to the PCI Express Base Specification revision 1.1.
Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the
card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to
manually configure the card before installation.
Installing the Motherboard
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