DFI eh8 and DDR remapping?

-Mr.Fridge · Dec 4, 2009, 11:32 AM

Hey guys!

I have recently bought the DFI X58 ***eh8 (Don't remember the complete model). This soppose to be theyre flagship of motherboards.

Long story short: I have Windows 7 saying "6GB of memory (4GB usable)".
By reading a little , I discovered I need to check the memory remapping in the BIOS, so, how do I do it?
I'm not a rookie in this business, but the eh8's bios is INCREDIBLY complicated!
Does anyone know where this option is? and how to it is named??

**temeteus82** · Dec 4, 2009, 12:30 PM

Is the Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit?? Since the BIOS level remapping is only for os like OS/2 ...

Optix · Dec 4, 2009, 01:04 PM

Manual?

DJ BIG T · Dec 4, 2009, 02:06 PM

if your using a 32 bit os it wont read over that you need a 64 bit os..

Tyrsonswood · Dec 4, 2009, 02:29 PM

His specs say he's got Win7 64 bit so that's not the problem. Sorry I don't know your BIOS.... does the manual point this out? (I know manuals can be quite vague for bios settings)

Optix · Dec 4, 2009, 02:38 PM

Check out the memory lowgap option. That is about all I can find by doing web searches.

SeraphicSorcerer · Dec 4, 2009, 04:51 PM

Yeah definitely check that manual for settings, also depending on your setup it may want ram installed in specific slots.

dipstick · Dec 6, 2009, 05:49 AM

If you have enabled the memory remap/memory hole option in the bios then you should also check the windows settings in msconfig/boot/advanced options/ and make sure the Maximum Memory box is not checked.

-Mr.Fridge · Dec 6, 2009, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dipstick

If you have enabled the memory remap/memory hole option in the bios then you should also check the windows settings in msconfig/boot/advanced options/ and make sure the Maximum Memory box is not checked.

I'm sure to try this as soon as I get home.
To all others, the menual is not so clear as for BIOS features, and unfortunatly this board's BIOS is really complex.
I'm using WIN7 64BIT, and it find all the 6GB but uses only 4GB.
By Microsoft, it says the "Memory Remapping" need to be set to ON in the BIOS.
Is the OS/2 thingy in the BIOS set for that purpose?

Oh man, I'm so frustrated

UPDATE: I have remade my system specs in the forum. you can see my updated specs.

SeraphicSorcerer · Dec 6, 2009, 11:43 AM

No Os/2 has to do with IBM's Old Warp OS.

It should be under Advanced chipset, or where you would set your FSB. You'll have to forgive me I am not totally familiar with the layout of intel's bios, only my laptop's and that doesn't count :P

-Mr.Fridge · Dec 6, 2009, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeraphicSorcerer

No Os/2 has to do with IBM's Old Warp OS.

It should be under Advanced chipset, or where you would set your FSB. You'll have to forgive me I am not totally familiar with the layout of intel's bios, only my laptop's and that doesn't count :P

Hmmm....
I have seen alot of BIOS versions, but this specific MOBO has too many extreme features. it goes wonderfully for OC's but I cannot find a certine option! damnit!

If there is somebody who can tell the different names for Memory remapping, it would be great.

Not to be mistaken, I'm very pleased with 4GB, but if I allready have 6, why not use it?!

RoyBatty · Dec 6, 2009, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Optix

Manual?

I haven't found any memory remap option in there....

Just found this: DFI Lanparty UT X58-T3EH8 LGA1366 Photos, Bios and Overclocking Information Guide - View Single Post
I think note no.16 is what you are looking for.

dipstick · Dec 6, 2009, 05:36 PM

Nice find RoyBatty. #20 looks rather interesting on that too.
But tbh, this is one of the reasons I'm clinging to my core2....I know what all the settings do! lol
Let us know if anything works

-Mr.Fridge · Dec 7, 2009, 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoyBatty

I haven't found any memory remap option in there....

Just found this: DFI Lanparty UT X58-T3EH8 LGA1366 Photos, Bios and Overclocking Information Guide - View Single Post
I think note no.16 is what you are looking for.

Inceribly impressive!!
How did you find this??
Much appreciation buddy, this really is an incredible find.
Also, a very nice detaild manual

--And again, the nice people in DRIVERHEAVEN.net have managed to make a man happy

(I will try these settings as soon as I get home)

-Mr.Fridge · Dec 7, 2009, 06:53 PM

oh man, nothing workd. not voltage, not nothing.
Another thing I have just discovered, is that the BIOS discoveres only 4GB! while windows clearly says 6GB while only 4GB usable.... weird...

RoyBatty · Dec 7, 2009, 08:08 PM

Have you checked this?

Quote:

Originally Posted by dipstick

If you have enabled the memory remap/memory hole option in the bios then you should also check the windows settings in msconfig/boot/advanced options/ and make sure the Maximum Memory box is not checked.

Other than that I would suggest updating BIOS. The memory you have in your profile is not in the official memory support list, but that doesn't necessarily mean it won't work with the board.
So if you don't have the latest BIOS version check the lanparty web, there are a few DDR3 compatibility improvements in the changelogs.
DFI LANParty:The Best OC Platform! Overclock, Motherboard, Intel, AMD

-Mr.Fridge · Dec 7, 2009, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoyBatty

Have you checked this?

Other than that I would suggest updating BIOS. The memory you have in your profile is not in the official memory support list, but that doesn't necessarily mean it won't work with the board.
So if you don't have the latest BIOS version check the lanparty web, there are a few DDR3 compatibility improvements in the changelogs.
DFI LANParty:The Best OC Platform! Overclock, Motherboard, Intel, AMD

O.k., I have found that if I set the memory clock to 1333Mhz, the BIOS completely sets it for 6GB, and so does windows.

So, I am currently working on trying to change memory slots Etc. and maybe that will give me a little boost in MHZ.

I'm now ending this thread, no need for any more people working for this problem - it is now completely mine.

For those of you have somewhat the same problems as I: try clocking to the default and see if that helps, then, try clocking up until it no longer works

THANK YOU ALL GUY! your great!

HAllenV · Oct 9, 2011, 11:44 AM

Besides the terrible grammar, talk about shining you on.

**MIG-31** · Oct 9, 2011, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HAllenV

Besides the terrible grammar, talk about shining you on.

As you are taking about grammar.

"talk about shinning you on" don't make any sence at all. !

And please take notice: if you are going to bring old threads bask to life,Please add something better and more construcive that may add to the thread...

Dec 4, 2009, 11:32 AM	#1
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SeraphicSorcerer HardwareHeaven Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Florida Posts: 2,295 Rep Power: 156 System Specs	Re: DFI eh8 and DDR remapping? No Os/2 has to do with IBM's Old Warp OS. It should be under Advanced chipset, or where you would set your FSB. You'll have to forgive me I am not totally familiar with the layout of intel's bios, only my laptop's and that doesn't count :P __________________

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dipstick HardwareHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: USA Posts: 3,609 Rep Power: 71 System Specs	Re: DFI eh8 and DDR remapping? Nice find RoyBatty. #20 looks rather interesting on that too. But tbh, this is one of the reasons I'm clinging to my core2....I know what all the settings do! lol Let us know if anything works

Dec 7, 2009, 06:53 PM	Thread Starter #15
-Mr.Fridge DriverHeaven's Fridge Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Israel Posts: 174 Rep Power: 0 System Specs	Re: DFI eh8 and DDR remapping? oh man, nothing workd. not voltage, not nothing. Another thing I have just discovered, is that the BIOS discoveres only 4GB! while windows clearly says 6GB while only 4GB usable.... weird... __________________ ...:::I'll tell you something: If you'r a Fridge, don't be surprised that it's ALLWAYS winter:::...

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