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... information...vii About this guide...viii P9X79 PRO specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control..... 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-6 1.3.6 Other special ... 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-45 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation 2-46 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-47 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 2-48 2.3.12 Audio I/O connections 2-50 iii
... information...vii About this guide...viii P9X79 PRO specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control..... 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-6 1.3.6 Other special ... 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-45 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation 2-46 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-47 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 2-48 2.3.12 Audio I/O connections 2-50 iii
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Contents 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-52 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.4.1 ...3-40 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-40 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-41 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-42 3.8.4 ASUS Drive Xpert 3-43 3.9 Exit menu 3-44 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-45 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-45 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-48 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-49 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-50...
Contents 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-52 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.4.1 ...3-40 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-40 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-41 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-42 3.8.4 ASUS Drive Xpert 3-43 3.9 Exit menu 3-44 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-45 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-45 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-48 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-49 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-50...
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...FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 BT GO 4-14 4.3.9 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 4.3.10 ASUS SSD Caching 4-16 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-17 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-18 4.3.12 Audio configurations 4-20 4.4 RAID configurations 4-21 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-21 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA... hard disks 4-22 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-22 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage ...
...FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 BT GO 4-14 4.3.9 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 4.3.10 ASUS SSD Caching 4-16 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-17 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-18 4.3.12 Audio configurations 4-20 4.4 RAID configurations 4-21 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-21 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA... hard disks 4-22 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-22 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage ...
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... product and software updates. 1. Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter...
... product and software updates. 1. Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter...
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... - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - MemOK! - Percision Tweaker 2 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS Q-Shield - Industry leading Digital 8+2 Phase Power Design - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-Connector (continued on the next page) xi USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS SSD Caching - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - Multi-language BIOS ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - AI Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - P9X79 PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS...
... - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - MemOK! - Percision Tweaker 2 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS Q-Shield - Industry leading Digital 8+2 Phase Power Design - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-Connector (continued on the next page) xi USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS SSD Caching - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution - Multi-language BIOS ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - AI Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - P9X79 PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS...
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... S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x Power eSATA 6G ports 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2: - P9X79 PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB...
... S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x Power eSATA 6G ports 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2: - P9X79 PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB...
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...can effectively lower system temperature to CPU voltage control. Third generation Dual Intelligent Processors with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Furthermore, high quality power components can adjust CPU and DRAM PWM voltages and frequencies for complete ease... -new digital controller now allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning in addition to ensure longer component lifespan. ASUS P9X79 PRO 1-3 This proprietary design, with ultra-fast sensing and response to integrated memory controller. This evolution of innovative, industry-leading...
...can effectively lower system temperature to CPU voltage control. Third generation Dual Intelligent Processors with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Furthermore, high quality power components can adjust CPU and DRAM PWM voltages and frequencies for complete ease... -new digital controller now allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning in addition to ensure longer component lifespan. ASUS P9X79 PRO 1-3 This proprietary design, with ultra-fast sensing and response to integrated memory controller. This evolution of innovative, industry-leading...
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... interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. making it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). New upgrade! It allows overclockers to flash the BIOS ever! ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to the motherboard. Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings ...
... interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. making it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). New upgrade! It allows overclockers to flash the BIOS ever! ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to the motherboard. Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings ...
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... to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may only recognize less than the vendor-marked value • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM... into both the blue and black slots as four pairs of Quad-channel memory configuration. • When installing total memory of Triple-channel memory configuration. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-13 Size S S / Chip Brand Chip NO. NST-C9 - • • • KINGTIGER KTG2G1333PG3 2GB DS - - - - • ...
... to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may only recognize less than the vendor-marked value • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM... into both the blue and black slots as four pairs of Quad-channel memory configuration. • When installing total memory of Triple-channel memory configuration. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-13 Size S S / Chip Brand Chip NO. NST-C9 - • • • KINGTIGER KTG2G1333PG3 2GB DS - - - - • ...
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...test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for about 30 seconds for the ...system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-17 function. • The MemOK! 3. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for successful boot. The blinking speed of...
...test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for about 30 seconds for the ...system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-17 function. • The MemOK! 3. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for successful boot. The blinking speed of...
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... data. 5. Hold down the CLR_CMOS switch. 2. Press down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to Enable will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 4. ���C�le...
... data. 5. Hold down the CLR_CMOS switch. 2. Press down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to Enable will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 4. ���C�le...
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However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system ... setting to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU function will use the last setting you have made. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-19 Chapter 2 6.
However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system ... setting to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU function will use the last setting you have made. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-19 Chapter 2 6.
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...EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made . However, ...change the switch setting to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU function will use the last setting you have made . 4. Refer to Enable. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-21 3. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the EPU ...
...EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made . However, ...change the switch setting to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU function will use the last setting you have made . 4. Refer to Enable. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-21 3. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the EPU ...
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...section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to the USB Flash Drive before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You ... the ODD will NOT support Windows XP 32 bit. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Chapter 2 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk ...
...section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to the USB Flash Drive before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You ... the ODD will NOT support Windows XP 32 bit. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Chapter 2 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk ...
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... to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to detect the storage devices. If you save the IRST Driver from driver disk during Windows 7 or Vista installation for details. • You must... using these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode][RAID Mode], it is set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to the USB Flash Drive before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-27 For details, please refer to the section "4.5 Create a RAID driver disk". • Windows 7 & Vista: ...
... to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to detect the storage devices. If you save the IRST Driver from driver disk during Windows 7 or Vista installation for details. • You must... using these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode][RAID Mode], it is set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to the USB Flash Drive before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-27 For details, please refer to the section "4.5 Create a RAID driver disk". • Windows 7 & Vista: ...
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... a RAID configuration. • If you want to install a Windows operating system to a RAID configuration created using NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to [Enabled]. ATAPI device is not supported. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk...
... a RAID configuration. • If you want to install a Windows operating system to a RAID configuration created using NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to [Enabled]. ATAPI device is not supported. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk...
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...to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in only one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-33 Chapter 2 8. Connect one orientation. By default, this connector is for ATX power supply plugs. Find the proper orientation and push...connector, set to [HD]; ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in the BIOS setup to [HD]. 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to this connector to avail ...
...to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in only one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-33 Chapter 2 8. Connect one orientation. By default, this connector is for ATX power supply plugs. Find the proper orientation and push...connector, set to [HD]; ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in the BIOS setup to [HD]. 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the item to this connector to avail ...
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... power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-35 Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. The speaker... allows you turn on the BIOS settings. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The system power LED lights up or flashes ...
... power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-35 Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. The speaker... allows you turn on the BIOS settings. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The system power LED lights up or flashes ...
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... second). 4 The Flashback function is not operating properly. If the BIOS program is ongoing, otherwise update will begin to complete BIOS update. 2. In case of the portable disk.2. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-47 It allows overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily without having to flash the BIOS. Just plug in the root directory. 2 On the rear I/O port...
... second). 4 The Flashback function is not operating properly. If the BIOS program is ongoing, otherwise update will begin to complete BIOS update. 2. In case of the portable disk.2. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-47 It allows overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily without having to flash the BIOS. Just plug in the root directory. 2 On the rear I/O port...
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BIOS Flashback switch 6. Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 9. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 10. Audio I/O ports*** *, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for bluetooth module LED, LAN port LED, and audio port definitions. 2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 7. Bluetooth module* 4. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port** 2. Power eSATA 6G port 3. USB 2.0 ports 1,2,3 and 4 5. Chapter 2 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Rear panel connectors 1.
BIOS Flashback switch 6. Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 9. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 10. Audio I/O ports*** *, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for bluetooth module LED, LAN port LED, and audio port definitions. 2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 7. Bluetooth module* 4. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port** 2. Power eSATA 6G port 3. USB 2.0 ports 1,2,3 and 4 5. Chapter 2 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Rear panel connectors 1.