This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the GA-EX58-UD4 motherboard. It includes hardware installation instructions, BIOS setup options, driver installation procedures, and descriptions of unique features such as Xpress Recovery and EasyTune. Detailed appendices provide guidance on SATA, audio, and RAID configuration as well as troubleshooting tips.
The document also lists the technical specifications of the board, including supported CPUs, chipset details, memory capacity, expansion slots, storage interfaces, and peripheral connectivity. Contact information for global GIGABYTE support is provided at the end of the manual.
| CPU Support | Intel® Core™ i7 series processors (LGA1366) |
|---|---|
| North Bridge Chipset | Intel® X58 Express |
| South Bridge Chipset | Intel® ICH10R |
| Memory Slots | 6 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets, up to 24 GB |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC888, HD Audio, 2/4/5.1/7.1‑channel |
| LAN Controller | Realtek 8111D 10/100/1000 Mbit |
| Expansion Slots | 2 x PCI‑Express x16 (x16), 1 x PCI‑Express x4, 1 x PCI‑Express x1, 3 x PCI |
| USB Ports | Up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 rear, 4 via internal headers) |
| IEEE 1394 Ports | Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports |
The board supports Intel® Core™ i7 series processors that use the LGA1366 socket.
It provides up to 12 USB 2.0/1.1 ports, with 8 on the rear panel and 4 via internal headers.
The GA-EX58-UD4 can accommodate up to 24 GB of DDR3 memory across its six DIMM slots.
Use an ESD wrist strap or keep hands dry and touch a metal object before handling the motherboard, and work on an antistatic surface.