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xAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis guid

4-2 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instruct

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you thr

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to diff

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-5Chapter 44.3.3 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio e

4-6 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that allows you to

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-7Chapter 44.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance,

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-9Chapter 45. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the se

4-10 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-11Chapter 44.4.5 Marvell RAID utilityThe onboard Marvell 9128 SATA 6.0 Gb/s controller allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID 1

xiConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Typo

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44. Use the up or down arrow key to move the selection bar and press <Enter> to congure further RAID s

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-13Chapter 46. Press <F10>. The following warning message appears: Press <Y> to save the RAID setting and exit the

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Do you want to delete this virtual disk ? Yes NoDelete Virtual Disk2. The following w

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-15Chapter 44.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating sy

4-16 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP1.

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-17Chapter 44.5.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 48. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_ICH10R] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iastor_ICH8RICH9RICH10RDO] sections in th

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 5-1Chapter 55.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install m

5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Installing three CrossFireX™ graphics cards1. Prepare three CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the th

xiiSABERTOOTH X58 specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU LGA1366 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Proc

5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55.1.5 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics car

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 5-5Chapter 5Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX

5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 55.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface)

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 5-7Chapter 54. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector

5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 5B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize.B2. From

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 5-9Chapter 5B4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel.B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window

5-10 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportChapter 5

ASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax +886-2-2890-

EC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.

xiii(continued on the next page)SABERTOOTH X58 specications summaryAudio Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High Denition Audio CODEC - Supports 192khz/24

xiv*Specications are subject to change without notice.SABERTOOTH X58 specications summaryInternal I/O connectors 3 x USB connectors support addition

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 1-1Chapter 11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ASUS® SABERTOOTH X58 motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features

1-2 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 11.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsIntel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core™ i7 Process

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 1-3Chapter 11.3.2 “TUF ENGINE!” Power DesignE.S.P. – Efcient Switching Power DesignExclusively for this motherboard, the switchi

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionChapter 1ASUS Q-ShieldASUS Q-Shield’s special design makes it convenient and easy to install on your motherboard. W

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-1Chapter 22.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any

iiE5995Second Edition (V2) August 2010Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and so

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and inte

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-3Chapter 22.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)2-352. CP

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.2.3 Placement directionWhen installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in th

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-5Chapter 22.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.2.3 Central Processing Unit (C

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2To prevent damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU.2. Press

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-7Chapter 2The CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector.To in

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-9Chapter 23. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard comes with six Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Mem

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-11Chapter 22.4.2 Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.•

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2SABERTOOTH X58 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866 MHz capabilityVendor Part No. SizeSS/DS

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-13Chapter 2SABERTOOTH X58 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600MHz capability Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandC

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2SABERTOOTH X58 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capabilityVendor Part No. SizeSS/DS

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-15Chapter 2SABERTOOTH X58 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MHz capability (continued)Vendor Part No. SizeSS/DS

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2SABERTOOTH X58 Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066MHz capabilitySide(s): SS - Single-side

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-17Chapter 22.4.3 Installing a DIMMEnsure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components.

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following subsections des

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-19Chapter 22.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsStandard interrupt assignments* These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.IRQ Prio

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.5.4 PCI slotThe PCI slot supportd cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-21Chapter 2• In single VGA card mode, use rst the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (beige) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get bette

ivContents2.6 Jumpers ... 2-222.7 Onboard switch ..

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.6 Jumpers1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-23Chapter 22. CPU / DRAM Bus overvoltage settings (3-pin OV_CPU, 3-pin OV_DRAM_BUS)These jumpers allow you to enable or disabl

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.7 Onboard switchThe onboard switch allows you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-c

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-25Chapter 22.8 Connectors2.8.1 Rear panel connectorsRear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 7. IEEE 1394a por

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2* LAN port LED indicationsSPEED LEDACT/LINK LEDLAN portActivity Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Stat

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-27Chapter 2Connect to 4.1-channel SpeakersConnect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel Speakers

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2Connect to 7.1-channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1-channel Speakers

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-29Chapter 21. Intel® ICH10R Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA 1-6 [black])These connectors are for the Serial ATA 3.0

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_6G_1, 7-pin SATA_6G_2 [gray])These connectors are

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-31Chapter 23. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78; USB910; USB1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module ca

v3.5.6 BCLK Frequency ... 3-133.5.7 PCIE Frequency ...

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 24. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IE

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-33Chapter 26. CPU, chassis, power, and NB fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2–3; 3-pin PWR_FAN; 3-pin

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 27. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital I

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-35Chapter 29. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power su

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis pow

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-37Chapter 22.8.4. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables.

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 22.9 Onboard LEDs1. Standby Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The green LED light

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 2-39Chapter 22.10 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure t

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-1Chapter 33.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device congurat

vi3.8 Boot menu ... 3-313.8.1 Boot Device Priority...

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.1 ASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard B

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-3Chapter 33. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc, or click Auto Select. Click Next.4. From the FTP si

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a boot

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-5Chapter 33.2.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to rest

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Main For changing the basic system con

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-7Chapter 33.3.3 Navigation keysAt the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Us

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.4 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the bas

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-9Chapter 3Type [Auto]Allows you to select the type of device installed.[Not Installed] Select this option if no device is insta

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.4.2 Storage CongurationThe Storage Conguration menu allows you to congure your storage devices. Select an ite

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-11Chapter 33.4.3 AHCI CongurationThis menu is the section for AHCI conguration. It appears only when you set the item Congur

viiContents5.1.5 Installing the device drivers ... 5-45.1.6 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ tech

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU intern

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-13Chapter 3The conguration options for the following sub-items vary depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. DRAM

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.7 PCIE Frequency [XXX]Allows you to set the PCI Express frequency. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adj

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-15Chapter 3DRAM RAS# ACT Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] [4 DRAM Clock] – [30 DRAM Clock] [31 DRAM Clock

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM READ to READ Delay(DD) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [9 DRAM Clock]DRAM READ to READ Del

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-17Chapter 33.5.17 IOH Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the I/O Hub (IOH) voltage. The values range from 1.10V to 1.70V with a 0.

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.22 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA/B/C [Auto]Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B/C.

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-19Chapter 3Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malf

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use <+>

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-21Chapter 3Intel PPM CongurationCongure CPU EIST and C-state function.Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled][Enabled] The CPU

viiiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two co

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.2 ChipsetThe Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item and press <Ent

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-23Chapter 33.6.3 Onboard Devices CongurationOnboard Devices CongurationHigh Denition Audio [Enabled] Front Panel Type

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Marvell 9128 Controller [IDE Mode]Allows you to select the Marvell 9128 controller operating mode.[Disabled] Disab

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-25Chapter 3The USB Devices Enabled item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None.USB Fu

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6.5 PCIPnPThe PCI PnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices.Plug And Play O/S

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-27Chapter 33.7 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Restore On AC Power Loss [Power Off][Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss.[Power On]

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-29Chapter 33.7.6 Hardware MonitorCPU/MB/MCH Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and dis

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Upper Temperature [70ºC/158ºF]Sets the upper limit of the CPU temperature. Conguration options: [40ºC/104ºF]

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-31Chapter 33.8 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter>

ixSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating th

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled][Disabled] When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-33Chapter 33.8.3 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item and press <

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Security SettingsSupervisor Password : InstalledUser Password : InstalledChange Supervisor PasswordUser A

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-35Chapter 33.9 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press &l

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Current CMOSRestore CMOSA:Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-37Chapter 33.9.3 AI NET 2Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled][Disabled] BIOS will not check the Realtek LAN cable during the Pow

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Update To Normal Mode [Press Enter]Allows you to use the SATA_6G_1 and SATA_6G_2 connectors as normal SATA connecto

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 3-39Chapter 33.10 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and s

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3

ASUS SABERTOOTH X58 4-1Chapter 4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from