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...in a particular installation. Revision History Revision -001 -002 Revision History First release of the Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Second release of the Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Date August 2008 May 2010 If an FCC declaration of conformity marking is... subject to operate the equipment. Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by calling 1-800-548-4725. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO may be claimed as errata which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation...
...in a particular installation. Revision History Revision -001 -002 Revision History First release of the Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Second release of the Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Date August 2008 May 2010 If an FCC declaration of conformity marking is... subject to operate the equipment. Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by calling 1-800-548-4725. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO may be claimed as errata which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation...
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... medical, industrial, alarm systems, test equipment, etc. It is intended for technically qualified personnel. Use Only for Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO. The suitability of data. NOTE Notes call attention to update the BIOS 4 Configuring for RAID: information about... configuring your system for RAID A Error Messages and Indicators: information about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for Intended Applications All Intel Desktop Boards are used in homes, offices, schools, computer rooms, and similar locations. may...
... medical, industrial, alarm systems, test equipment, etc. It is intended for technically qualified personnel. Use Only for Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO. The suitability of data. NOTE Notes call attention to update the BIOS 4 Configuring for RAID: information about... configuring your system for RAID A Error Messages and Indicators: information about board layout, component installation, BIOS update, and regulatory requirements for Intended Applications All Intel Desktop Boards are used in homes, offices, schools, computer rooms, and similar locations. may...
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Term Description GB Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) GHz Gigahertz (one billion hertz) KB Kilobyte (1024 bytes) MB Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes) Mb Megabit (1,048,576 bits) MHz Megahertz (one million hertz) iv Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Terminology The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used in the product guide.
Term Description GB Gigabyte (1,073,741,824 bytes) GHz Gigahertz (one billion hertz) KB Kilobyte (1024 bytes) MB Megabyte (1,048,576 bytes) Mb Megabit (1,048,576 bits) MHz Megahertz (one million hertz) iv Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Terminology The table below gives descriptions of some common terms used in the product guide.
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... Supported Operating Systems 10 Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...14 Intel® X58 Express Chipset 15 Audio Subsystem 15 LAN Subsystem 16 USB 2.0 Support 17 Serial ATA...17 Legacy I/O ...18 Expandability...18 BIOS ...18 Serial ...* Capable 23 Onboard Power Button 24 Onboard VR and CPU LEDs 25 Speaker...25 Battery ...25 Real-Time Clock 25 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 27 Installation Precautions 28 Prevent Power Supply Overload 28 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements 28 Installing the I/O Shield 29 Installing and...
... Supported Operating Systems 10 Desktop Board Components 11 Processor ...13 Main Memory...14 Intel® X58 Express Chipset 15 Audio Subsystem 15 LAN Subsystem 16 USB 2.0 Support 17 Serial ATA...17 Legacy I/O ...18 Expandability...18 BIOS ...18 Serial ...* Capable 23 Onboard Power Button 24 Onboard VR and CPU LEDs 25 Speaker...25 Battery ...25 Real-Time Clock 25 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 27 Installation Precautions 28 Prevent Power Supply Overload 28 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements 28 Installing the I/O Shield 29 Installing and...
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Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Installing and Removing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor 31 Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink 35 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable ... Power Supply Cables 54 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 55 Clearing Passwords 56 Replacing the Battery 57 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 63 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory Update Utility 64 Obtaining the...
Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Installing and Removing a Processor 31 Installing a Processor 31 Installing the Processor Fan Heat Sink 35 Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable ... Power Supply Cables 54 Setting the BIOS Configuration Jumper 55 Clearing Passwords 56 Replacing the Battery 57 3 Updating the BIOS Updating the BIOS with the Intel® Express BIOS Update Utility 63 Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File or the Iflash Memory Update Utility 64 Obtaining the...
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... Components 11 2. Location of the VR and CPU LEDs 25 7. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Mounting Screw Hole Locations 30 9. Remove the Processor from the Protective Processor Cover 33 13. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable to the ... 73 Place Battery Marking 73 European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement 74 Product Ecology Statements 75 Recycling Considerations 75 Lead-free 2LI/Pb-free 2LI Board 78 Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS 79 EU RoHS 79 China RoHS 80 EMC Regulations 82 Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance 83 Product Certifications ...
... Components 11 2. Location of the VR and CPU LEDs 25 7. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Mounting Screw Hole Locations 30 9. Remove the Processor from the Protective Processor Cover 33 13. Connecting the Processor Fan Heat Sink Cable to the ... 73 Place Battery Marking 73 European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement 74 Product Ecology Statements 75 Recycling Considerations 75 Lead-free 2LI/Pb-free 2LI Board 78 Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS 79 EU RoHS 79 China RoHS 80 EMC Regulations 82 Ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance 83 Product Certifications ...
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... Front Panel Power LED Header Signal Names 51 13. Internal Headers and Connectors 46 28. IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names 49 10. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide 25. Removing the Battery 61 33. China RoHS Environmentally Friendly Use Period Mark 80 20. Connecting the Serial ATA ... the BIOS Setup Program Modes 56 15. HD Audio Link Header Signal Names 47 6. Connecting Power Supply Cables 54 31. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Components 12 3. Safety Standards 73 18. Removing a PCI Express x16 Card 44 26. S/PDIF Connector Signal Names 51 14.
... Front Panel Power LED Header Signal Names 51 13. Internal Headers and Connectors 46 28. IEEE 1394a Header Signal Names 49 10. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide 25. Removing the Battery 61 33. China RoHS Environmentally Friendly Use Period Mark 80 20. Connecting the Serial ATA ... the BIOS Setup Program Modes 56 15. HD Audio Link Header Signal Names 47 6. Connecting Power Supply Cables 54 31. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Components 12 3. Safety Standards 73 18. Removing a PCI Express x16 Card 44 26. S/PDIF Connector Signal Names 51 14.
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... This chapter briefly describes the features of the Desktop Board. Table 1 summarizes the major features of Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO. Feature Summary Form Factor Processor Main Memory Chipset Graphics Audio Expansion Capabilities Legacy I/O Support Peripheral Interfaces RAID ATX (304.80 millimeters [12.00 inches] x ...
... This chapter briefly describes the features of the Desktop Board. Table 1 summarizes the major features of Intel® Desktop Board DX58SO. Feature Summary Form Factor Processor Main Memory Chipset Graphics Audio Expansion Capabilities Legacy I/O Support Peripheral Interfaces RAID ATX (304.80 millimeters [12.00 inches] x ...
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...sensing inputs used to monitor fan activity • Intel® Precision Cooling Technology fan speed control • Voltage sensing to detect out of range values Related Links: For more information about Intel Desktop Board DX58SO, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS),... BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Supported Operating Systems The Desktop Board supports the following operating systems: •...
...sensing inputs used to monitor fan activity • Intel® Precision Cooling Technology fan speed control • Voltage sensing to detect out of range values Related Links: For more information about Intel Desktop Board DX58SO, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS),... BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ Supported Operating Systems The Desktop Board supports the following operating systems: •...
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Figure 1. Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Intel Desktop Board DX58SO. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Components 11
Figure 1. Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Intel Desktop Board DX58SO. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Components 11
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The processor connects to the following links for Intel Desktop Board DX58SO, http://processormatch.intel.com 13 Intel Desktop Board DX58SO supports an Intel processor in damage to the board, or the system may result in the LGA1366 package. Desktop Board Features Related Links: Go to the following page or link for more information about: • Instructions on installing...
The processor connects to the following links for Intel Desktop Board DX58SO, http://processormatch.intel.com 13 Intel Desktop Board DX58SO supports an Intel processor in damage to the board, or the system may result in the LGA1366 package. Desktop Board Features Related Links: Go to the following page or link for more information about: • Instructions on installing...
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...attempt to a maximum of 4 GB of memory. Related Links: Go to this desktop board requires compatible XMP-enabled memory or advanced knowledge of the memory used by add-in graphics cards. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable... Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be populated with gold-plated contacts arranged in three channels •...
...attempt to a maximum of 4 GB of memory. Related Links: Go to this desktop board requires compatible XMP-enabled memory or advanced knowledge of the memory used by add-in graphics cards. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Main Memory NOTE To be fully compliant with all applicable... Intel ® SDRAM memory specifications, the board should be populated with gold-plated contacts arranged in three channels •...
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ICH10R is the centralized controller for the board's I /O Controller Hub (ICH10R) The IOH provides interfaces to the following link or pages for more information about : • Audio drivers and utilities http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • The location of the onboard audio...: Go to the processor and the PCI Express bus. Desktop Board Features Intel® X58 Express Chipset The Intel X58 Express Chipset consists of the following devices: • Intel X58 Express Chipset I/O Hub (IOH) • Intel 82801IJR I /O paths. Related Links: Go to the following link...
ICH10R is the centralized controller for the board's I /O Controller Hub (ICH10R) The IOH provides interfaces to the following link or pages for more information about : • Audio drivers and utilities http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ • The location of the onboard audio...: Go to the processor and the PCI Express bus. Desktop Board Features Intel® X58 Express Chipset The Intel X58 Express Chipset consists of the following devices: • Intel X58 Express Chipset I/O Hub (IOH) • Intel 82801IJR I /O paths. Related Links: Go to the following link...
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...Blinking Off On On Indicates LAN link is not established LAN link is established LAN activity is operating. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide LAN Subsystem The LAN subsystem includes: • Intel ICH10R • Intel 82567LF Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet LAN controller • RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated... • PCI bus power management Related Links: Go to the following link for information about LAN software and drivers: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see Figure 2).
...Blinking Off On On Indicates LAN link is not established LAN link is established LAN activity is operating. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide LAN Subsystem The LAN subsystem includes: • Intel ICH10R • Intel 82567LF Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet LAN controller • RJ-45 LAN connector with integrated... • PCI bus power management Related Links: Go to the following link for information about LAN software and drivers: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop Two LEDs are built into the RJ-45 LAN connector located on the back panel (see Figure 2).
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... up to 12 USB 2.0 ports (eight ports routed to back panel connectors and four ports routed to USB 1.1 operation. The Desktop Board includes a disk drive activity indicator (a green LED) shown in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to two onboard headers) via a discrete ... be required to accommodate operating systems that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates. USB 2.0 ports are backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices. Serial ATA Intel Desktop Board DX58SO supports six onboard Serial ATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) via ICH10R and two eSATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) via the ICH10R. Figure 3.
... up to 12 USB 2.0 ports (eight ports routed to back panel connectors and four ports routed to USB 1.1 operation. The Desktop Board includes a disk drive activity indicator (a green LED) shown in the BIOS reverts all USB 2.0 ports to two onboard headers) via a discrete ... be required to accommodate operating systems that fully support USB 2.0 transfer rates. USB 2.0 ports are backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices. Serial ATA Intel Desktop Board DX58SO supports six onboard Serial ATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) via ICH10R and two eSATA channels (3.0 Gb/s) via the ICH10R. Figure 3.
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...configuration utilities. You do not need to run the BIOS Setup program after installing a Serial ATA or IDE device. Legacy I/O Intel Desktop Board DX58SO includes an I/O controller that provides the following legacy I/O features: • Consumer Infrared (CIR) support • Low ...count (LPC) interface • Intelligent power management, including a programmable wake up event interface • PCI power management support Expandability Intel Desktop Board DX58SO provides the following RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Drives) levels: • RAID 0 - You can be updated by following...
...configuration utilities. You do not need to run the BIOS Setup program after installing a Serial ATA or IDE device. Legacy I/O Intel Desktop Board DX58SO includes an I/O controller that provides the following legacy I/O features: • Consumer Infrared (CIR) support • Low ...count (LPC) interface • Intelligent power management, including a programmable wake up event interface • PCI power management support Expandability Intel Desktop Board DX58SO provides the following RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Drives) levels: • RAID 0 - You can be updated by following...
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... Monitoring and Fan Speed Control The features of the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include: • Monitoring of Intel Desktop Board DX58SO enable the board to boot the computer. If only the supervisor password is set, pressing at the password prompt of Setup gives the... • The supervisor password gives unrestricted access to detect levels above and below acceptable values • Intel® Precision Cooling Technology fan speed control, delivering acoustically- Desktop Board Features PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card. ...
... Monitoring and Fan Speed Control The features of the hardware monitoring and fan speed control include: • Monitoring of Intel Desktop Board DX58SO enable the board to boot the computer. If only the supervisor password is set, pressing at the password prompt of Setup gives the... • The supervisor password gives unrestricted access to detect levels above and below acceptable values • Intel® Precision Cooling Technology fan speed control, delivering acoustically- Desktop Board Features PCI and PCI Express* Auto Configuration If you install a PCI/PCI Express add-in card. ...
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... correct command, the power supply removes all non-standby voltages. The security feature uses a mechanical switch on the Desktop Board. The use of the chassis intrusion header. Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can be connected to the ...power management and Plug and Play functions of a computer. The computer's response can turn off ). Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Intel® Precision Cooling Technology Intel Precision Cooling Technology automatically adjust processor fan speed based on the processor temperature and adjusts chassis fan ...
... correct command, the power supply removes all non-standby voltages. The security feature uses a mechanical switch on the Desktop Board. The use of the chassis intrusion header. Hardware Support Power Connectors ATX12V-compliant power supplies can be connected to the ...power management and Plug and Play functions of a computer. The computer's response can turn off ). Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide Intel® Precision Cooling Technology Intel Precision Cooling Technology automatically adjust processor fan speed based on the processor temperature and adjusts chassis fan ...
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...If the standby current necessary to support multiple wake events from the PCI and/or USB buses exceeds power supply capacity, the Desktop Board may lose register settings stored in the S3 sleep state, the computer will appear to provide adequate standby current when using this feature ...Capabilities CAUTION For LAN wake capabilities, the 5 V standby line for the location of the computer through a network. Power supplies used with this Desktop Board must be able to provide enough standby current to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-toRAM) sleep state. If the computer has a dual-colored power ...
...If the standby current necessary to support multiple wake events from the PCI and/or USB buses exceeds power supply capacity, the Desktop Board may lose register settings stored in the S3 sleep state, the computer will appear to provide adequate standby current when using this feature ...Capabilities CAUTION For LAN wake capabilities, the 5 V standby line for the location of the computer through a network. Power supplies used with this Desktop Board must be able to provide enough standby current to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend-toRAM) sleep state. If the computer has a dual-colored power ...
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...off and the standby power indicator is still present at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 22 Add-in Figure 4, is lit when there is standby power still present on standby current requirements for the Desktop Board, refer to wake the computer. +5 V Standby Power Indicator ...the memory module sockets and the PCI bus connectors. Location of the Standby Power Indicator For more information on the board even when the computer appears to the board. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide The Desktop Board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification.
...off and the standby power indicator is still present at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/ 22 Add-in Figure 4, is lit when there is standby power still present on standby current requirements for the Desktop Board, refer to wake the computer. +5 V Standby Power Indicator ...the memory module sockets and the PCI bus connectors. Location of the Standby Power Indicator For more information on the board even when the computer appears to the board. Intel Desktop Board DX58SO Product Guide The Desktop Board supports the PCI Bus Power Management Interface Specification.