Hello,
I have just purchased the Gigabyte GA-X58A-UD3R (rev 2.0) and I have not been able to install Windows 7 64-bit or 32-bit. The initial load from the CD goes fine. After the system reboots though it hangs when "setup is updating registry settings." I have tried various configurations and tried both the fail-safe and optimized defaults. I have tried various configuration with the drives and have varied the error somewhat, but the most consistent error is with the straight forward setup of one drive, 6 GB memory, and optimized defaults always ending with the system hanging. (If I reboot at this point the system starts a boot loop.) Oh, and I loaded the FB version bios, it didn't make any noticeable difference.
I am wondering if these X58 boards are sensitive to the memory installed. The Corsair sticks I have are not listed on Gigabyte's supported memory list but are listed on Corsair's site as compatible.
Intel Core i7-950
Corsair CMX6GX3M3C1600C7 6GB kit.
Seagate ST310005N1A1AS-RK 1TB (2)
Corsair 850 watt p/s
Any thoughts or ideas?
Thanks, Chuck