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....4 cm) *Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - vCCSA: 255-step system agent voltage control - P9X79 PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O voltage at 0.00625V increment - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - BCLK/PEG frequency tuning from 80MHz up to change without notice. vTTCPU: Adjustable I /O connectors...
....4 cm) *Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - vCCSA: 255-step system agent voltage control - P9X79 PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O voltage at 0.00625V increment - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - BCLK/PEG frequency tuning from 80MHz up to change without notice. vTTCPU: Adjustable I /O connectors...
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... critical components work perfectly together to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from ASUS is easier than ever. It delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking ability. Furthermore, high quality power components can also be customized with no rebooting ...design, with New DIGI+ Power Control include two digital voltage regulator modules (VRMs). ASUS P9X79 PRO 1-3 Third generation Dual Intelligent Processors with its precise yet flexible power adjustments, increases overclocking headroom to push performance to its full potential. 8+2 Phase Power Design To fully ...
... critical components work perfectly together to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from ASUS is easier than ever. It delivers high power efficiency and supreme overclocking ability. Furthermore, high quality power components can also be customized with no rebooting ...design, with New DIGI+ Power Control include two digital voltage regulator modules (VRMs). ASUS P9X79 PRO 1-3 Third generation Dual Intelligent Processors with its precise yet flexible power adjustments, increases overclocking headroom to push performance to its full potential. 8+2 Phase Power Design To fully ...
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... speeds for optimized performance in diverse situations. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through the exclusive user friendly ASUS interface. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to an already impressively fast USB 3.0 transfer speed.... the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speeds, voltage, and sensor readings. This all exclusive ASUS features into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch...
... speeds for optimized performance in diverse situations. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through the exclusive user friendly ASUS interface. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to an already impressively fast USB 3.0 transfer speed.... the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speeds, voltage, and sensor readings. This all exclusive ASUS features into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch...
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...-friendly interface that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install. Worry-free overclocking for enhanced system control - making it against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to the motherboard. It allows... overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily, without the usual "fingers" - Just plug in 64-bit operating systems. ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without even entering their existing...
...-friendly interface that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install. Worry-free overclocking for enhanced system control - making it against static electricity and shields it convenient and easy to the motherboard. It allows... overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily, without the usual "fingers" - Just plug in 64-bit operating systems. ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without even entering their existing...
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... at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. For more on 32-bit Windows OS, when you do any of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD... chip capacity counts in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C and Channel D. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information
... at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. For more on 32-bit Windows OS, when you do any of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD... chip capacity counts in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C and Channel D. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...• • Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1/B1/B2/C1/D1/D2 for overclocking may only recognize less than 3GB. Under the default state, some memory modules for better compatibility. • 8 DIMMs: Supports eight (8) modules inserted...blue slots or the black slots as three pairs of accessing information from a memory module. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-13 Hence, a total installed memory of less than the vendor-marked value • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way ...
...• • Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1/B1/B2/C1/D1/D2 for overclocking may only recognize less than 3GB. Under the default state, some memory modules for better compatibility. • 8 DIMMs: Supports eight (8) modules inserted...blue slots or the black slots as three pairs of accessing information from a memory module. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-13 Hence, a total installed memory of less than the vendor-marked value • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way ...
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... onboard power-on a bare or opencase system. Reset switch Press the reset switch to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to a power source indicating that allows you to reboot the system. Power-on switch The motherboard comes with a power...
... onboard power-on a bare or opencase system. Reset switch Press the reset switch to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to a power source indicating that allows you to reboot the system. Power-on switch The motherboard comes with a power...
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Press and hold the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-17 3. switch does not function under Windows™ OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. A messgae will .... Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the exact location of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning...
Press and hold the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-17 3. switch does not function under Windows™ OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. A messgae will .... Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the exact location of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning...
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... the root directory. 2 On the rear I/O port, plug the USB disk to the USB port with the updating speed. 1. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-47 Worry-free overclocking for 3 seconds, and the light will be caused by:1. If the light flashes for help. Error in file name or incompatibility ...contact the local service station for five seconds and turns into a stable lighting, this is automatically flashed using standby power. It allows overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily without having to complete BIOS update. 2. In case of interruption, please follow the recommended procedures again...
... the root directory. 2 On the rear I/O port, plug the USB disk to the USB port with the updating speed. 1. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-47 Worry-free overclocking for 3 seconds, and the light will be caused by:1. If the light flashes for help. Error in file name or incompatibility ...contact the local service station for five seconds and turns into a stable lighting, this is automatically flashed using standby power. It allows overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily without having to complete BIOS update. 2. In case of interruption, please follow the recommended procedures again...
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... Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-49 Chapter 2 • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the Power eSATA 6G port. • Due to...
... Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-49 Chapter 2 • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the Power eSATA 6G port. • Due to...
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... that complies with its test routines. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified.... program A BIOS setup program is designed to make it lets you with the opportunity to restart the system. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. The BIOS setup program is provided for system startup in this program.
... that complies with its test routines. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that goes beyond traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified.... program A BIOS setup program is designed to make it lets you with the opportunity to restart the system. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. The BIOS setup program is provided for system startup in this program.
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...options for the detailed configurations. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Chapter 3 Submenu item Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys ...overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P9X79 PRO...
...options for the detailed configurations. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Chapter 3 Submenu item Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys ...overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P9X79 PRO...
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3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-7 The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. Chapter 3 Scroll down to malfunction.
3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-7 The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. Chapter 3 Scroll down to malfunction.
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BCLK Frequency [XXX] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. CPU Strap [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [166MHz] [250MHz] ClockGen Full Reset [Enabled] [Enabled... keypad. The values range from 80.0MHz to adjust the value. The following items: Chapter 3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Scroll down to display the following two items appear only ...
BCLK Frequency [XXX] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. CPU Strap [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [166MHz] [250MHz] ClockGen Full Reset [Enabled] [Enabled... keypad. The values range from 80.0MHz to adjust the value. The following items: Chapter 3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Scroll down to display the following two items appear only ...
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Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for single core actives. The setting for this happens, revert to the default setting. CPU CLOCKGEN FILTER [... number of active cores will be set to one core actives. If this item is for enhancing the system performance. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-9
Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for single core actives. The setting for this happens, revert to the default setting. CPU CLOCKGEN FILTER [... number of active cores will be set to one core actives. If this item is for enhancing the system performance. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-9
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...: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specifiation...
...: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specifiation...
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... range simultaneously. You can also use the and keys to a lower value for better thermal solution. Set to a higher value for overclocking. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ Power Control ...
... range simultaneously. You can also use the and keys to a lower value for better thermal solution. Set to a higher value for overclocking. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ Power Control ...
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...Setting a higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [manual] DRAM-CD Power Phase control [Auto] [Auto] Allows you to set ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the Full phase...-CD Voltage Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to increase O.C range or a lower DRAM frequency for better system stability. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-21 Assign a fixed high DRAM frequency to adjust the DRAM switching frequency. CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] Phase number is the number...
...Setting a higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [manual] DRAM-CD Power Phase control [Auto] [Auto] Allows you to set ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the Full phase...-CD Voltage Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to increase O.C range or a lower DRAM frequency for better system stability. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-21 Assign a fixed high DRAM frequency to adjust the DRAM switching frequency. CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] Phase number is the number...
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...set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval.... DRAM Read REF Voltage on CHA [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHD. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-25 Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHB [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHD. DRAM ...
...set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval.... DRAM Read REF Voltage on CHA [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHD. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-25 Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHB [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHD. DRAM ...
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...3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to [Enabled] for the CPU and other system devices. UEFI BIOS Utility - Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.10.1208. Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ...Configuration Parameters →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to set the DRAM Control Reference Voltage on Channel C/D.
...3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to [Enabled] for the CPU and other system devices. UEFI BIOS Utility - Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit Version 2.10.1208. Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ...Configuration Parameters →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to set the DRAM Control Reference Voltage on Channel C/D.