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XFX nForce 790i Ultra - User Manual

XFX nForce 790i Ultra
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User Guide
XFX nForce 790i Ultra
3-Way SLI Motherboard

Table of Contents

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XFX nForce 790i Ultra Specifications

General IconGeneral
Socket TypeLGA 775
Form FactorATX
Memory TypeDDR3
Memory Slots4
Max Memory Capacity8GB
SATA Ports6
IDE Ports1
Multi-GPU SupportYes
SLI SupportYes
ChipsetnForce 790i Ultra
Memory StandardDDR3 800/1066/1333
RAID SupportRAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5
USB Ports12
Audio8-channel HD Audio
LANGigabit Ethernet

Summary

XFX nForce 790 i Ultra SLI Motherboard User Guide

Motherboard Kit Contents

Information about the items included in the motherboard package and what needs to be purchased separately.

Motherboard Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the XFX nForce 790i Ultra SLI Motherboard.

Hardware Installation

Safety and Preparation

Essential safety precautions and initial steps for preparing the motherboard before installation.

Installing Motherboard and Components

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU, fan, memory, and the motherboard into the chassis.

Connecting Internal Hardware

Instructions for connecting power supply, drives, headers, front panel connectors, and expansion slots.

Jumper Settings and Expansion Slots

Details on utilizing PCI/PCIe slots and configuring motherboard jumpers for specific settings.

BIOS Configuration

Navigating the BIOS Setup Utility

How to enter and navigate the BIOS, including understanding menu options and screen elements.

Standard and Advanced BIOS Features

Configuration of basic system settings, advanced features, boot priorities, and security options.

Chipset, Peripherals, and Power Management

Optimizing system performance, configuring integrated peripherals, and managing power settings.

System Monitoring and Fan Control

Monitoring system health (temps, voltages) and adjusting fan speeds for optimal operation.

Software Installation and NVIDIA Utilities

Installing Drivers and Software

Guide for installing system drivers and NVIDIA software from the included CD.

NVIDIA Control Panel and System Tuning

Using NVIDIA software for device settings, hardware profiles, dynamic BIOS access, and system information.

NVIDIA System Monitor Usage

How to use the NVIDIA System Monitor for real-time status and customizing its appearance and behavior.

Appendices

POST Codes for System Diagnostics

Reference lists of Award and NVMM POST codes for troubleshooting system boot failures.

Configuring 3-Way SLI

Steps for setting up NVIDIA 3-way SLI, including hardware connections, driver installation, and enabling the feature.

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