EVGA X58 FTW3 Computer Hardware User Manual


 
EVGA FTW3 Motherboard
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Table of Contents
User’s Guide .................................................................................................................1
EVGA X58 FTW ³..........................................................................................................1
Motherboard..................................................................................................................1
Before You Begin… ......................................................................................................8
Parts NOT in the Kit..............................................................................................................9
Intentions of the Kit...............................................................................................................9
Motherboard................................................................................................................10
Motherboard Specifications ................................................................................................10
Unpacking and Parts Descriptions.............................................................................12
Unpacking ...........................................................................................................................12
Equipment ...........................................................................................................................12
EVGA X58 FTW3 Motherboard.........................................................................................14
Hardware Installation ..................................................................................................17
Safety Instructions...............................................................................................................17
Preparing the Motherboard..................................................................................................18
Installing the CPU...........................................................................................................18
Installing the CPU Fan....................................................................................................19
Installing System Memory (DIMMs) .............................................................................20
Installing the Motherboard ..................................................................................................21
Installing the I/O Shield..................................................................................................21
Securing the Motherboard into a System Case ...............................................................22
Connecting Cables...............................................................................................................22
24-pin ATX Power (PW1)..........................................................................................23