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- Page 1 A58M-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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety information ...................... iv About this guide ......................iv Package contents ....................... vi A58M-E specifications summary ................vi Product introduction Before you proceed ..................1-1 Motherboard overview ................. 1-1 Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) ............1-3 System memory .................... 1-6 Expansion slots .................... -
Page 4: 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 5: Conventions Used In This Guide
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 6: Package Contents
* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. • The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). - Page 7 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring firendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS MyLogo 2...
- Page 8 A58M-E specifications summary 1 x PS/2 mouse port (green) Back Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 1 x DVI-D port 1 x D-Sub output port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 7.1-channel audio I/O ports (3-jack) Internal I/O 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports...
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Page 9: Product Introduction
The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 1.2.2 Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS A58M-E... -
Page 10: Motherboard Layout
Place this side towards the rear of the chassis A58M-E 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 18.3cm(7.2in) CPU_FAN CHA_FAN KBMS DIGI +VRM ATX12V USB1112 LAN_USB12 AUDIO A58M-E 8111 PCIEX16 BATTERY Super ® PCIEX1_1 SPEAKER F_PANEL PCI1 64Mb BIOS SPDIF_OUT USB56 USB34 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2... -
Page 11: Accelerated Processing Unit (Apu)
® graphics. A58M-E A58M-E CPU socket FM2+ Ensure that you use an APU designed for the FM2+ socket. The APU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the APU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and... -
Page 12: Installing The Apu
1.3.1 Installing the APU 1.3.2 APU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the APU heatsink and APU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. Chapter 1: Product introduction... - Page 13 To install the APU heatsink and fan assembly To uninstall the APU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS A58M-E...
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Page 14: System Memory
DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: Channel Sockets Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 A58M-E A58M-E 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 15: Memory Configurations
• The maximum 32GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs. ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. -
Page 16: Installing A Dimm
1.4.3 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 17: Expansion Slots
IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. ASUS A58M-E... -
Page 18: Jumpers
CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. CLRTC A58M-E Normal Clear RTC (Default) A58M-E Clear RTC RAM 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 19: Connectors
PS/2 Mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. ASUS A58M-E 1-11... - Page 20 LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection LAN port Orange (Blinking) Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection Orange (Blinking Ready to wake up then steady) from S5 mode Line In port (light blue).
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Page 21: Cpu And Chassis Fan Connectors (4-Pin Cpu_Fan And 4-Pin Cha_Fan)
The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. -
Page 22: Atx Power Connectors (24-Pin Eatxpwr, 4-Pin Atx12V)
The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • 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. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 23: Digital Audio Connector (4-1 Pin Spdif_Out)
RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 A58M-E A58M-E SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to AHCI mode by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the type of the SATA connectors in the BIOS to [RAID]. -
Page 24: System Panel Connector
PIN 1 A58M-E +HDD_LED RESET A58M-E System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) 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 25: Speaker Connector (4-Pin Speaker)
A58M-E HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition A58M-E Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS to [HD]. -
Page 26: Usb 2.0 Connectors (10-1 Pin Usb34, Usb56)
This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. PIN 1 A58M-E A58M-E Serial port connectors The COM module is purchased separately. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction... -
Page 27: Software Support
Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled in your computer, the DVD automatically displays the Specials screen which contains the unique features of ASUS motherboard. Click Drivers, Utilities, Make Disk, Manual, Contact and Specials tabs to display their respective menus. - Page 28 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
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Page 29: Bios Information
Managing and updating your BIOS 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 30: Asus Ez Flash
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. -
Page 31: Recovering The Bios
The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press <F5>... - Page 32 Please select boot device: ASUS DVD-E818A6T (4069MB) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) UEFI: (FAT) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) Enter Setup and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults When the booting message appears, press <Enter> within five (5) seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt.
- Page 33 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. ASUS A58M-E...
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Page 34: Bios Setup Program
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •... - Page 35 Power Saving device priority priority mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS A58M-E...
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Page 36: Advanced Mode
BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode or press F7. Back button Menu items... -
Page 37: My Favorites
Favorites page. You cannot add the following items to My Favorites: • Items with submenu options • User-configurable items such as language and boot device order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date ASUS A58M-E... -
Page 38: Main Menu
Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. •... -
Page 39: Ai Tweaker Menu
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display the other items. ASUS A58M-E 2-11... -
Page 40: Advanced Menu
Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. -
Page 41: Boot Menu
Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other items. ASUS A58M-E 2-13... -
Page 42: Tools Menu
Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 2.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. -
Page 43: Appendices
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS A58M-E... -
Page 44: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. - Page 45 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
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Page 46: Asus Contact Information
+1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support General support +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555... - Page 47 ASUS A58M-E...