EVGA X79 DARK User Manual

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User Guide
EVGA X79 DARK
Motherboard

EVGA X79 DARK Specifications

General

Brand	EVGA
Model	X79 DARK
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Before You Begin

Uncompromised Performance

Details memory bandwidth, quad channel DDR3, Intel Turbo Boost, SLI, and PhysX support.

Uncompromised Power

Uncompromised Features

Motherboard Specifications Overview

Hardware Installation Procedures

System Preparation and Component Installation

Covers preparing the motherboard, installing CPU, cooling device, and memory.

Chassis Mounting and Cable Connections

Details installing the motherboard into the chassis and connecting essential cables.

Safety Instructions

Motherboard Component Identification Key

Chassis Rear Panel Connectors Diagram

CPU Installation Procedure

Cooling Device Installation Guide

System Memory (DIMM) Installation

Motherboard Chassis Mounting

Securing Motherboard in System Case

Connecting Essential Cables

Power Supply Connections

Covers connecting the 24-pin ATX and 8-pin ATX 12V power cables.

Internal Header Connections Overview

24-pin ATX Power Connector Details

8-pin ATX 12V Power Connector

Front Panel Header Connections Guide

Front Panel Header Pin Assignments

USB Header Connectivity Options

PCI-E Slot Types and Usage

PCI-E x16/x8 Slot Usage

PCI-E Lane Distribution

Onboard System Control Buttons

Clear CMOS Button Operation

Explains how to clear CMOS settings using the onboard or external I/O panel button.

Reset and Power Button Functions

Describes the function of the reset and power buttons with integrated LEDs for system status.

POST Debug LED and Status Indicators

Post Port Debug LED Explained

Explains the debug LED for displaying POST codes and CPU temperatures during boot.

Installing System Drivers and Software

Windows Driver Installation Steps

Steps for installing drivers on supported Windows versions (8, 7, Vista, XP).

POST Code Diagnostics