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Gigabyte GA-F2A58M-DS2 - User Manual

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GA-F2A58M-DS2
User's Manual
Rev. 3001
12ME-F258MS2-3001R
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Gigabyte GA-F2A58M-DS2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1333, 1600, 1866, 2133 MHz
Processor socketSocket FM2+
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD A
Serial port headers1
Number of SATA connectors4
ATX Power connector (24-pin)Yes
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors-
RAID levels0, 1, 10, JBOD
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA
Headphone outputs3
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity0
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Audio chipRealtek ALC887
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetAMD A58
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional
Maximum resolution2560 x 1600 pixels
Maximum graphics card memory2000 MB
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0
BIOS memory size128 Mbit
Bundled softwareNorton Internet Security (OEM version)
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth174 mm
Width226 mm

Summary

Motherboard Layout Overview

Motherboard Block Diagram

Chapter 1: Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines before installing hardware.

1-3 Installing the APU

Instructions for installing the APU (CPU) and RAM modules.

1-4 Installing the Memory

Instructions for installing the APU (CPU) and RAM modules.

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Covers installing expansion cards and configuring AMD Dual Graphics.

1-6 Setup of the AMD Dual Graphics Configuration

Covers installing expansion cards and configuring AMD Dual Graphics.

Internal Connector Details

ATX Power Connectors

Explains the 24-pin ATX and 8-pin 12V power connectors.

Front Panel Header

Guides connection of chassis front panel switches, LEDs, and speaker.

Chapter 2: BIOS Setup

2-2 M.I.T. (Motherboard Intelligent Tweaker)

Section for system tuning, overclocking, and performance adjustments.

Core Performance Boost

Options to enable CPU performance boosting technologies.

Advanced Memory Settings

Fine-tuning memory timings, frequency, and profiles for performance.

Advanced Voltage Settings

Allows manual adjustment of CPU, chipset, and memory voltages.

2-4 BIOS Features

Configuration options for system startup, boot order, and security.

2-5 Peripherals Configuration

Settings to enable or disable onboard devices like USB, Audio, and LAN.

2-6 Power Management Settings

Options for system power states, wake-up events, and AC power loss behavior.

Chapter 3: Appendix - SATA Drive Configuration

Installing SATA RAID;AHCI Driver and Operating System

Guide to installing OS and necessary SATA RAID/AHCI drivers.

Driver Installation Guide

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