Intel DX58OG User Manual

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Contents
1 Desktop Board Features
Supported Operating Systems..............................................................................11
Desktop Board Components.................................................................................12
Processor..........................................................................................................14
Main Memory.....................................................................................................15
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X58 Express Chipset..................................................................................16
Audio Subsystem ...............................................................................................16
LAN Subsystem .................................................................................................17
USB 2.0 Support................................................................................................18
Serial ATA.........................................................................................................18
Legacy I/O........................................................................................................18
Expandability.....................................................................................................18
BIOS................................................................................................................19
Serial ATA and IDE Auto Configuration...........................................................19
PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration .......................................................19
Security Passwords.....................................................................................19
Back to BIOS Button ...................................................................................20
Hardware Management .......................................................................................20
Hardware Monitoring and Fan Speed Control ..................................................21
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Precision Cooling Technology .......................................................21
Chassis Intrusion........................................................................................21
Power Management............................................................................................21
Software Support .......................................................................................21
ACPI..................................................................................................21
Hardware Support ......................................................................................22
Power Connectors ...............................................................................22
Fan Headers .......................................................................................22
LAN Wake Capabilities..........................................................................22
Instantly Available PC Technology..........................................................23
+5 V Standby Power Indicator...............................................................23
Wake from USB ..................................................................................24
PME# Signal Wake-up Support..............................................................24
WAKE# Signal Wake-up Support ...........................................................24
Wake from Consumer IR ......................................................................25
Onboard Power and Reset Switches ......................................................................25
Diagnostic/Status LEDs.......................................................................................26
Diagnostic LEDS .........................................................................................27
CPU and VR Hot LEDs..................................................................................28
SATA Drive Activity LED ..............................................................................28
Speaker............................................................................................................28
Battery.............................................................................................................28
Real-Time Clock.................................................................................................28

Intel DX58OG Specifications

General

Brand	Intel
Model	DX58OG
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Document Introduction and Overview

Revision History

Records changes and updates made to the product guide over time.

Disclaimer and Legal Information

Legal information, warranty disclaimers, and product usage limitations.

Preface and Terminology

Introduction, intended audience, document organization, and definitions.

Desktop Board Features

Supported Operating Systems

Lists compatible operating systems for the desktop board.

Core Hardware Components

Details major hardware components: processor, memory, chipset, audio, and LAN.

System Configuration and Management

Covers BIOS settings, hardware management, power controls, and security features.

Diagnostic and Status Indicators

Explains diagnostic LEDs, speaker, battery, and clock status indicators.

Installing and Replacing Desktop Components

Installation Precautions and Safety

Safety guidelines and warnings for component installation to prevent damage or injury.

Component Installation Procedures

Guides for installing I/O shield, processor, memory, and expansion cards.

Internal Connections and Cabling

Instructions for connecting SATA drives, internal headers, fans, and power supply cables.

BIOS Configuration and Battery Management

BIOS jumper settings, password clearing, and battery replacement procedures.

System Updates, Configuration, and Troubleshooting

Updating the BIOS

Procedures for updating system BIOS using Intel Express BIOS Update and other utilities.

Configuring for RAID

Steps for setting up Intel Matrix Storage and Marvell Storage Technology RAID.

Error Messages and POST Codes

Explains BIOS beep codes, error messages, and POST codes for troubleshooting.

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Standards and Declarations

Information on safety standards, EU declaration, and product certifications.

EMC Regulations and Compliance

Details on Electromagnetic Compatibility regulations and FCC compliance.