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  • Page 1 P6X58D-E...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Package contents..................1-1 Special features..................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights................ 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS unique features..............1-3 1.3.3 ASUS exclusive overclocking features........1-5 Chapter 2: Hardware information Before you proceed ................... 2-1 Motherboard overview ................2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout ..............2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents ................
  • Page 4 BIOS setup Knowing BIOS .................... 3-1 Updating BIOS .................... 3-1 3.2.1 ASUS Update utility..............3-2 3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ............... 3-4 3.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility........... 3-5 BIOS setup program .................. 3-6 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen ..............3-6 3.3.2...
  • Page 5 Boot menu ....................3-30 3.8.1 Boot Device Priority..............3-30 3.8.2 Boot Settings Configuration ............3-31 3.8.3 Security ..................3-32 Tools menu ....................3-34 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ..............3-34 3.9.2 Express Gate ................3-35 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-36...
  • Page 6 4.2.1 Running the support DVD ............4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals..........4-2 Software information ................. 4-3 4.3.1 ASUS PC Probe II ............... 4-3 4.3.2 ASUS AI Suite ................4-4 4.3.3 ASUS EPU .................. 4-5 4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert................4-6 4.3.5...

  • Page 7: Notices

    Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 10: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 11: P6X58D-E Specifications Summary

    ® * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. ** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) Expansion slots 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (at x16/x8/x8 or x16/x16/x1 mode)
  • Page 12 - MemOK! - ASUS EPU - Express Gate ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - ASUS Fanless Design: Stack Cool 3+ - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Crystal Sound - ASUS Noise Filter ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS Q-Design: Q-Slot...
  • Page 13 BIOS features 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    ® The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

  • Page 16: Special Features

    Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

  • Page 17: Asus Unique Features

    Refer to page 4-5 for details. Express Gate Express Gate™ is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows OS. Refer to page 3-35 ®...

  • Page 18: Asus Crystal Sound

    20ºC. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

  • Page 19: Asus Exclusive Overclocking Features

    BIOS file. This protection eliminates the need to buy a replacement ROM chip. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. ASUS MyLogo2™...
  • Page 20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 22: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 23: Layout Contents

    USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) 2-31 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) 2-32 Onboard Power-on switch 2-23 Optical drive audio connector (4-pin CD) 2-32 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-34 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-34 ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 24: Placement Direction

    2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 25: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.
  • Page 26 Press the load lever with your thumb Retention tab (A), then move it to the left (B) until it is released from the retention tab. To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. Load lever Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º...
  • Page 27 To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly. Close the load plate (A), then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab. ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 28: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA1366 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ® ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel ® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly.

  • Page 29: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 30: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with six Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption.

  • Page 31: Memory Configurations

    3.5 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (6 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS P6X58D-E 2-11...
  • Page 32 P6X58D-E Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000 MHz capability DIMM socket Chip Timing support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Voltage Brand Lable(Bios) Crucial BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP) SS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-28(1333-9-9-9-24) 2 G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBRH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24 (1333-9-9-9-24) 1.65 G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS N/A...
  • Page 33 Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20(1066-7-7-7-20) 2.0 Patriot PVT36G1600ELK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 Patriot PVT36G1600ELK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1600-7-7-7-20) 1.65 Patriot PVT36G1600LLK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24(1067-7-7-7-20) 1.65 ASUS P6X58D-E 2-13...
  • Page 34 P6X58D-E Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM socket Chip Timing support (Optional) Vendor Part No. Size Chip NO. Voltage Brand Lable(Bios) A* B* C* D* A-DATA AD3133301GOU SS A-DATA AD30908C8D-15IG (1333-9-9-9-24) A-DATA AD31333002GOU DS A-DATA AD30908C8D-15IG (1333-9-9-9-24) A-DATA AD3U1333B2G9-2 DS A-DATA...
  • Page 35 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.5 Patriot PVS34G1333LLK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.7 Patriot PVT36G1333ELK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS N/A Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-24(1066-7-7-7-20) 1.65 Silicon SP001GBLTU133S02 SS S-POWER I0YT3E0 9(1333-9-9-9-24) Power Silicon SP002GBLTU133S02 DS S-POWER I0YT3E0 9(1333-9-9-9-24) Power ASUS P6X58D-E 2-15...
  • Page 36 Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 37: Installing A Dimm

    Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. ASUS P6X58D-E 2-17...

  • Page 38: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 39: Interrupt Assignments

    USB 2.0_2 – – shared – – – – – SATA_1 – – – – shared – – – SATA _2 – – – – shared – – – Audio – – – – – – used – ASUS P6X58D-E 2-19...

  • Page 40: Pci Slots

    2.5.4 PCI slots The PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. 2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
  • Page 41 We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. See page 2-35 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. See page 2-33 for details. ASUS P6X58D-E 2-21...

  • Page 42: Jumpers

    Jumpers CPU / DRAM Bus / QPI DRAM overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU, 3-pin OV_DRAM_BUS, 3-pin OV_QPI_DRAM) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the advanced CPU, DRAM Bus, and QPI DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. Read the following information before you change the jumper settings.

  • Page 43: Onboard Switches

    This switch also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch. ASUS P6X58D-E 2-23...

  • Page 44: Memok! Switch

    BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 45: Connectors

    Clear CMOS switch *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS P6X58D-E 2-25...

  • Page 46: Lan Port Led Indications

    * LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel...
  • Page 47 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers ASUS P6X58D-E 2-27...
  • Page 48 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 49: Internal Connectors

    ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows ® XP SP 2 or later version. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 3.4.2 Storage Configuration for details. ASUS P6X58D-E 2-29...

  • Page 50: Marvell ® Serial Ata 6.0 Gb/S Connectors

    Marvell Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors ® (7-pin SATA_6G_1, 7-pin SATA_6G_2 [gray]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA 6Gb/s signal cables for Serial ATA 6Gb/s hard disk drives. • These connectors are set to IDE Mode by default. When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Marvell 9128 Controller item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode].

  • Page 51: Usb Connectors (10-1 Pin Usb56, Usb78)

    Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.

  • Page 52: Ieee 1394A Port Connector (10-1 Pin Ie1394_2)

    IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a module cable is purchased separately.
  • Page 53 The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1, CHA_FAN 2 and CHA_FAN 3 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 for better thermal environment.

  • Page 54: Front Panel Audio Connector (10-1 Pin Aafp)

    Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
  • Page 55 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. PSU suggested list: Seventeam ST-522HLP...

  • Page 56: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 57: Asus Q-Connector (System Panel)

    2.8.4 ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. To install the ASUS Q-Connector: Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to know the detailed pin definitions, and then match them to their respective front panel cable labels.

  • Page 58: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 59: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility.

  • Page 60: Asus Update Utility

    3.2.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: ® • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet •...
  • Page 61 Auto Select. Click Next. Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file...

  • Page 62: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 63: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 64: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program A BIOS Setup program is provided for BIOS item modification. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program. Press <Del> during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) to enter the Setup utility. Otherwise, POST continues with its test routines.

  • Page 65: Navigation Keys

    <Page Up> / <Page Down> keys to Pop-up window display the other items on the screen. 3.3.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 66: Main Menu

    Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Select an item and press <Enter> to display the submenu. Refer to section 3.3.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
  • Page 67 Sets the controller to combine two 16-bit reads from the hard disk into a single 32-bit double word transfer to the processor. This makes more efficient use of the PCI bus as fewer transactions are needed for the transfer of a particular amount of data. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 68: Storage Configuration

    3.4.2 Storage Configuration The Storage Configuration menu allows you to configure your storage devices. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. P6X58D-E BIOS Setup Main Storage Configuration SATA Configuration [Enhanced] Configure SATA as [IDE] Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] SATA Detect Time Out (Sec) [35]...

  • Page 69: Ahci Configuration

    BIOS information, CPU specification, and system memory in this menu. P6X58D-E BIOS Setup Main BIOS Information Version : 0101 Build Date: 03/04/10 MVL9128 FW Version: Processor Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 000 @ 3.20GHz Speed : 3200MHz System Memory Usable Size : 1016MB ASUS P6X58D-E 3-11...

  • Page 70: Ai Tweaker Menu

    [Auto] auto optimized. UCLK Frequency [Auto] QPI Link Data Rate [Auto] Select Screen ←→ ASUS/3rd Party UI Priority [ASUS Utility] Select Item ↑↓ Change Option DRAM Timing Control General Help Save and Exit ******* Please key in numbers directly! *******...

  • Page 71: Xtreme Phase Full Power Mode

    Allows you to adjust the CPU operating frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. The values range from 100 to 500. ASUS P6X58D-E 3-13...

  • Page 72: Pcie Frequency

    [ASUS Utility] Prioritizes the usage of ASUS utilities (ASUS EPU, TurboV, etc.). Other 3rd party OC utilities may not be full-functioned. [3rd Party Utility] Prioritizes 3rd party OC utilities (IXTU, SetFS, etc.). ASUS utilities can’t be launched. 3.5.12 DRAM Timing Control [Auto] The items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features.
  • Page 73 Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to WRITE Delay(DR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to WRITE Delay(SR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [14 DRAM Clock] ASUS P6X58D-E 3-15...

  • Page 74: Cpu Voltage Control

    DRAM READ to READ Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [9 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to READ Delay(DR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [9 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to READ Delay(SR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] [6 DRAM Clock] DRAM WRITE to WRITE Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] –...

  • Page 75: Ioh Voltage

    QPI/DRAM Core 1.20000V– 1.27500V– 1.33125V– 1.40625V– Voltage 1.26875V 1.32500V 1.40000V 1.70000V IOH Voltage 1.10V–1.18V 1.20V–1.24V 1.26V–1.30V 1.32V–1.70V IOH PCIE Voltage 1.50V–1.58V 1.60V–1.66V 1.68V–1.74V 1.76V–2.76V ICH Voltage 1.10V–1.20V 1.30V–1.40V ICH PCIE Voltage 1.50V–1.60V 1.70V–1.80V DRAM Bus Voltage 1.50V–1.64V 1.66V–2.46V ASUS P6X58D-E 3-17...

  • Page 76: Dram Data Ref Voltage On Cha/B/C

    3.5.22 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA/B/C [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B/C. The values range from 0.395x to 0.630x with a 0.005x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. 3.5.23 DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA/B/C [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM Control Reference Voltage on Channel A/B/C.

  • Page 77: Advanced Menu

    Intel(R) Virtualization Tech [Enabled] CPU TM Function [Enabled] Execute-Disable Bit [Enabled] Scroll down to display the following items: Intel(R) HT Technology [Enabled] Active Processor Cores [All] A20M [Disabled] Intel PPM Configuration v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P6X58D-E 3-19...
  • Page 78 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. C1E Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function.
  • Page 79 TDP threshold while using Intel TurboMode. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Intel(R) C-STATE Tech [Disabled] The Intel C-State Technology allows the CPU to save more power under idle mode. ® [Enabled] Enable this item only when you install a C-State Technology-supported CPU. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS P6X58D-E 3-21...

  • Page 80: Chipset

    C State package limit setting [Auto] This item appears only when you set the Intel(R) C-STATE Tech item to [Enabled]. We recommend that you set this item to [Auto] for BIOS to automatically detect the C-State mode supported by your CPU. Configuration options: [Auto] [C1] [C3] [C6] C1 Auto Demotion [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Intel(R) C-STATE Tech item to [Enabled].

  • Page 81: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Enables the Marvell LAN1 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Enables the Atheros Gigabit LAN Boot ROM. [Disabled] Disables the LAN Boot ROM. ASUS P6X58D-E 3-23...

  • Page 82: Usb Configuration

    Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard IEEE 1394a controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Marvell 9128 Controller [IDE Mode] Allows you to select the Marvell 9128 controller operating mode. [Disabled] Disables the controller. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices.

  • Page 83: Pcipnp

    When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. ASUS P6X58D-E 3-25...

  • Page 84: Power Menu

    Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press �Enter�� to display the configuration options. P6X58D-E BIOS Setup Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Select the ACPI state Suspend Mode [Auto]...

  • Page 85: Apm Configuration

    Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. [Enabled] Enables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ASUS P6X58D-E 3-27...

  • Page 86: Hardware Monitor

    3.7.7 Hardware Monitor P6X58D-E BIOS Setup Power Hardware Monitor CPU Temperature CPU Temperature [44ºC/111ºF] MB Temperature [35ºC/95ºF] CPU Fan Speed [1534RPM] CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Chassis Fan 1 Speed [N/A] Chassis Fan 2 Speed [N/A] Chassis Fan 3 Speed [N/A] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Select Screen...
  • Page 87 Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignored if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS P6X58D-E 3-29...

  • Page 88: Boot Menu

    Configuration options: [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] [Removable Dev.] [Hard Drive] [ATAPI CD-ROM] [Disabled] • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: ®...

  • Page 89: Boot Settings Configuration

    Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence.

  • Page 90: Security

    3.8.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item and press �Enter�� to display the configuration options. P6X58D-E BIOS Setup Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password : Not Installed <Enter>...
  • Page 91 Clear User Password Select this item to clear the user password. Password Check [Setup] [Setup] BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. [Always] BIOS checks for user password both when accessing Setup and booting the system. ASUS P6X58D-E 3-33...

  • Page 92: Tools Menu

    (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press �Enter��, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 93: Express Gate

    3.9.2 Express Gate [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Express Gate feature. The ASUS Express Gate feature is a unique instant-on environment that provides quick access to the Internet browser and Skype. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Auto] Enter OS Timer [10 Seconds] Sets countdown duration that the system waits at the Express Gate’s first screen before...

  • Page 94: Asus O.c. Profile

    3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. P6X58D-E BIOS Setup Tools O.C. PROFILE Configuration Typing your profile name, [0-9][a-z][A-Z] O.C. Profile 1 Status : Not Installed are acceptable. O.C. Profile 2 Status : Not Installed O.C.

  • Page 95: Ai Net 2

    POST. Check Marvell LAN cable [Disabled] Check Marvell LAN cable [Disabled] [Disabled] BIOS will not check the Marvell LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). [Enabled] BIOS checks the Marvell LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). ASUS P6X58D-E 3-37...

  • Page 96: Exit Menu

    3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. P6X58D-E BIOS Setup Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit system setup...

  • Page 97: Chapter 4: Software Support

    The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive.

  • Page 98: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. ® Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.

  • Page 99: Software Information

    Launching PC Probe II Install PC Probe II from the motherboard support DVD. Launch PC Probe II by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears.

  • Page 100: Asus Ai Suite

    Launching AI Suite Install AI Suite from the motherboard support DVD. Launch AI Suite by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx. xx. The AI Suite main window appears. The AI Suite icon appears in the Windows notification area.

  • Page 101: Asus Epu

    4.3.3 ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in real-time. With auto phase switching for components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking.

  • Page 102: Asus Fan Xpert

    4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert Asus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures and your PC’s system loading. The various fan profiles offer flexible controls of fan speeds to achieve a quiet and cool system environment.

  • Page 103: Asus Turbov

    4.3.5 ASUS TurboV ASUS TurboV allows you to easily overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS, and set up the best O.C. settings for different scenarios. Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable.

  • Page 104: Asus Express Gate

    4.3.6 ASUS Express Gate ASUS Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications before entering the Windows ® Notices about ASUS Express Gate • Install ASUS Express Gate from the motherboard support DVD before use.

  • Page 105: Audio Configurations

    Device advanced Configuration settings option tabs Connector settings Analog and digital Control connector settings status window Information button Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Exit button Configuration options Minimize button Control settings window Information button ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 106: Raid Configurations

    RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel ICH10R Southbridge controller that allows you to ® configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5. •...

  • Page 107: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID) ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk [↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu ASUS P6X58D-E 4-11...

  • Page 108: Creating A Raid Set

    The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration.
  • Page 109 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS P6X58D-E 4-13...
  • Page 110 Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1038 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation.

  • Page 111: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Press �F6��, and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, ensure that you select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH10R). Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. ASUS P6X58D-E 4-15...

  • Page 112: Using A Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    To install the RAID driver in Windows Vista ® Insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive. During the OS installation, select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH10R). Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows...
  • Page 113 [HardwareIds.scsi.iastor_ICH8RICH9RICH10RDO] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. Save and exit the file. ASUS P6X58D-E 4-17...
  • Page 114 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 115: Chapter 5: Multiple Gpu Technology Support

    For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. Turn off your computer. ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 116: Installing Two Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.

  • Page 117: Installing Three Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    Ensure that the connectors are firmly in place. Connect three independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the three graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 118: Installing The Device Drivers

    5.1.5 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. • Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX™ ® technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). •...
  • Page 119 From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. Select Enable CrossFireX. From the list, select the appropriate GPU combination to apply the CrossFireX technology. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 120: Nvidia ® Sli™ Technology

    NVIDIA SLI™ technology ® The motherboard supports the NVIDIA SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that ® allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.2.1 Requirements • In Dual SLI mode, you should have two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA certified.

  • Page 121: Installing Two Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    Ensure that the connector is firmly in place. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. SLI bridge Goldfingers ASUS P6X58D-E...

  • Page 122: Installing Three Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    5.2.3 Installing three SLI-ready graphics cards Prepare three SLI-ready graphics cards. Insert the three graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation.

  • Page 123: Installing The Device Drivers

    Right click on the empty space of the Windows ® desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears (See Step B5 on page 5-11). If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize. ASUS P6X58D-E...
  • Page 124 From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel. 5-10 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...
  • Page 125 Select the 3D Settings tab and enable the Show SLI Visual Indicators item. When this item is enabled, a green bar appears on the left side of the screen while 3D demonstrations are rendered, indicating the 3-way SLI status. ASUS P6X58D-E 5-11...
  • Page 126 5-12 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...

  • Page 127: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-010923*...

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