EasyManua.ls Logo

Gigabyte GA-X58-USB3 User Manual

Gigabyte GA-X58-USB3
112 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
GA-X58-USB3
LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel
®
Core
i7 processor family
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-X58USB3-1001R

Table of Contents

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Gigabyte GA-X58-USB3 and is the answer not in the manual?

Gigabyte GA-X58-USB3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory voltage1.5 V
Number of memory slots6
Maximum internal memory24 GB
Supported memory clock speeds800, 1066, 1333 MHz
Processor socketSocket B (LGA 1366)
Processor manufacturerIntel
USB 2.0 connectors3
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
PS/2 ports quantity2
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.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Audio chipRealtek ALC892
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Compatible operating systemsWindows 7/Vista/XP
On-board graphics cardNo
Parallel processing technology supportNot supported
RAID levels0, 1, 10
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8111E
Networking featuresGigabit Ethernet
ACPI version1.0
BIOS memory size32 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

1-1 Installation Precautions

Essential safety guidelines and procedures before installing hardware components.

1-2 Product Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard and its components.

1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler

Step-by-step guide for safely installing the CPU and its cooling solution.

1-4 Installing the Memory

Instructions on how to install DDR3 memory modules correctly.

1-5 Installing an Expansion Card

Procedures for installing various expansion cards into available slots.

1-6 Setup of ATI CrossFireX /SLI Configuration

Guide for setting up multi-GPU configurations like CrossFireX and SLI.

1-7 Back Panel Connectors

Overview of all ports and connectors located on the motherboard's rear panel.

1-8 Internal Connectors

Identification and description of internal headers and connectors on the motherboard.

Chapter 2 BIOS Setup

2-1 Startup Screen

Screens that may appear during the computer's boot process.

2-2 The Main Menu

Navigation and overview of the BIOS Setup main menu options.

2-3 MB Intelligent Tweaker(M.I.T.)

Advanced settings for CPU, memory, and voltage adjustments for performance tuning.

2-4 Standard CMOS Features

Configuration of system date, time, and basic hardware settings.

2-5 Advanced BIOS Features

Settings for boot order, system performance, and other advanced features.

2-6 Integrated Peripherals

Configuration of onboard devices like SATA, USB, LAN, and Audio.

2-7 Power Management Setup

Options for managing system power states and energy saving features.

2-8 PC Health Status

Monitoring system temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds for hardware health.

2-9 Load Fail-Safe Defaults

Restoring BIOS settings to the safest, most stable factory defaults.

2-10 Load Optimized Defaults

Restoring BIOS settings to optimal factory defaults for performance.

2-11 Set Supervisor/User Password

Setting passwords for BIOS access and system startup security.

2-12 Save & Exit Setup

Saving current BIOS settings and exiting the setup utility.

Chapter 3 Drivers Installation

3-1 Installing Chipset Drivers

Guide for installing essential chipset drivers from the motherboard driver disk.

3-2 Application Software

Information on available GIGABYTE utilities and bundled software for installation.

3-3 Technical Manuals

Provides GIGABYTE's application guides and motherboard manuals.

3-6 Download Center

Links and information for downloading the latest BIOS, drivers, and applications.

Chapter 4 Unique Features

4-1 Xpress Recovery2

Utility for quickly backing up and restoring system data.

4-2 BIOS Update Utilities

Instructions for updating the system BIOS using Q-Flash or @BIOS tools.

4-3 EasyTune 6

Software for system tuning, overclocking, and monitoring hardware in Windows.

4-4 Dynamic Energy Saver 2

Technology for optimizing power savings and energy efficiency.

4-5 Q-Share

Tool for sharing data with computers on the same network.

4-6 Smart 6

Suite of six innovative utilities for system management and performance enhancement.

SMART Recovery

Tool for creating backups of changed data files or copying files from a backup.

SMART Recorder

Monitors and records system activities like power on/off times and file copying.

SMART TimeLock

Manages computer usage time with simple rules and options.

4-7 Auto Green

Tool for enabling system power savings via a Bluetooth cell phone.

4-8 eXtreme Hard Drive (X.H.D)

Utility for easy RAID configuration and performance enhancement.

Chapter 5 Appendix

5-1 Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)

Steps to install, configure SATA controllers, and set up RAID arrays.

5-1-2 Installing the SATA RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System

Guide for installing RAID/AHCI drivers and the operating system.

5-2 Configuring Audio Input and Output

Instructions for setting up multi-channel audio configurations and connections.

5-3 Troubleshooting

Frequently asked questions and procedures to resolve common system startup issues.

5-4 Regulatory Statements

Official notices regarding product compliance, safety, and environmental regulations.

Related product manuals