ASROCK X58 EXTREME - V1.1 User Manual

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X58 Extreme
User Manual
Version 1.1
Published July 2009
Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

ASROCK X58 EXTREME - V1.1 Specifications

General

Brand	ASROCK
Model	X58 EXTREME - V1.1
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to ASRock X58 Extreme Motherboard

Motherboard Specifications

Motherboard Layout Diagram

Diagram and identification of motherboard components.

I/O Panel Description

Description of rear panel connectors and ports.

Motherboard Installation Guide

CPU Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU.

CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation

Guide for mounting the CPU cooler.

Memory Module (DIMM) Installation

Instructions for installing RAM modules.

Expansion Slots Guide

Details on using PCI and PCI Express slots.

SLI and Quad SLI Operation

Setup for NVIDIA SLI multi-GPU technology.

CrossFireX Operation Guide

Setup for AMD CrossFireX multi-GPU technology.

Onboard Headers and Connectors

HDMI_SPDIF Header Connection

SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide

SATA/SATAII Hard Disk Installation

SATA Hot Plug and Hot Swap

SATA HDD Hot Plug Operation

Driver Installation Guide

Windows RAID Installation

OS installation procedures for RAID configurations.

Windows Non-RAID Installation

OS installation procedures without RAID.

Untied Overclocking Technology

BIOS Setup Utility Guide

Main BIOS Screen

OC Tweaker Screen

Settings for CPU and memory overclocking.

Advanced Screen Settings

Hardware Health Monitoring

Boot Screen Settings

Security Screen Settings

Exit Screen Options