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... 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 features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion slots...
... 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 features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion slots...
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P9X79 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth Audio USB 2nd Generation Intel® Core ™ i7 processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports Intel® ... Express Chipset 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Quad channel memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is ready to www.asus.com for front panel support - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support Marvell® 9128...
P9X79 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth Audio USB 2nd Generation Intel® Core ™ i7 processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports Intel® ... Express Chipset 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Quad channel memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is ready to www.asus.com for front panel support - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support Marvell® 9128...
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... is the latest single-chipset design that features data transfer rates of 2400(O. The P9X79 PRO affords greater convenience to -point links, allowing for increased bandwidth and stability. Extra...performance by utilizing serial point-to high speed connectivity. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. Whether... bus systems. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Additionally, the X79 comes with PCI Express slots designed to accommodate the power of up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the ...
... is the latest single-chipset design that features data transfer rates of 2400(O. The P9X79 PRO affords greater convenience to -point links, allowing for increased bandwidth and stability. Extra...performance by utilizing serial point-to high speed connectivity. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. Whether... bus systems. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Additionally, the X79 comes with PCI Express slots designed to accommodate the power of up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the ...
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...using standby power. Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for the ultimate convenience! ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without even entering their existing BIOS or operating system. Worry-free overclocking...drag and drop boot priorities. This unique module eliminates the trouble of Q-LED, Q-Slot, Q-Code and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process! ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Quick and easy info for...
...using standby power. Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for the ultimate convenience! ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without even entering their existing BIOS or operating system. Worry-free overclocking...drag and drop boot priorities. This unique module eliminates the trouble of Q-LED, Q-Slot, Q-Code and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process! ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Quick and easy info for...
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Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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... eight (8) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as three pairs of Triple-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-13 We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1/B1/B2/C1/D1/D2 for the latest QVL. Load the X.M.P. Chapter 2 P9X79 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability...
... eight (8) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as three pairs of Triple-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-13 We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1/B1/B2/C1/D1/D2 for the latest QVL. Load the X.M.P. Chapter 2 P9X79 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability...