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...vi Safety information...vii About this guide...viii P9X79 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 1-4 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-5 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6... connection 2-40 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-41 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation 2-42 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-43 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 2-44 iii
...vi Safety information...vii About this guide...viii P9X79 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 1-4 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-5 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6... connection 2-40 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-41 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation 2-42 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-43 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 2-44 iii
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... I/O connections 2-46 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-48 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-48 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... menu 3-41 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-41 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-42 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 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 Chapter ...
... I/O connections 2-46 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-48 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-48 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... menu 3-41 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-41 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-42 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 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 Chapter ...
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... 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.3.9 ASUS Update 4-15 4.3.10 MyLogo2 4-16 4.3.11 Audio configurations 4-18 4.4 RAID configurations 4-19 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-19 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-20 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-20 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-20 4.5 Creating a RAID...
... 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.3.9 ASUS Update 4-15 4.3.10 MyLogo2 4-16 4.3.11 Audio configurations 4-18 4.4 RAID configurations 4-19 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-19 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-20 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-20 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-20 4.5 Creating a RAID...
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... product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to perform when installing system components. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware...for product and software updates. 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
... product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to perform when installing system components. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware...for product and software updates. 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
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...! - Ai Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - EPU, EPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY: - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS Q-DIMM - Industry leading Digital 2+2 Phase Power Design - AI Suite II - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Multi-language BIOS ASUS Q-Design: - P9X79 specifications summary...
...! - Ai Charger ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - EPU, EPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - USB 3.0 Boost - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY: - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS Q-DIMM - Industry leading Digital 2+2 Phase Power Design - AI Suite II - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Multi-language BIOS ASUS Q-Design: - P9X79 specifications summary...
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... control - vPCH: 96-step Chipset voltage control - x 9.6 in . P9X79 specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O voltage at 0.005V increment - button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME...
... control - vPCH: 96-step Chipset voltage control - x 9.6 in . P9X79 specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O voltage at 0.005V increment - button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME...
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... fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for both CPU and DRAM ASUS X79 motherboards include New DIGI+ Power Control with two digital voltage regulator modules (VRMs), including an all -new digital controller ... voltage regulator modules (VRMs). ASUS P9X79 1-3 New DIGI+ Power Control All-New Digital Power Control for optimized performance in addition to CPU voltage control. EPU Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual...
... fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for both CPU and DRAM ASUS X79 motherboards include New DIGI+ Power Control with two digital voltage regulator modules (VRMs), including an all -new digital controller ... voltage regulator modules (VRMs). ASUS P9X79 1-3 New DIGI+ Power Control All-New Digital Power Control for optimized performance in addition to CPU voltage control. EPU Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual...
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...instantly accelerates the transfer speeds for 3 seconds, and the BIOS is significantly increased by up to 170%, adding to patch memory issues. MemOK! Combining usability and aesthetics, the stylish ASUS heatsink gives users an extremely silent and cool experience with... multiple dedicated controllers based on different ambient temperatures, climate conditions and system loads. Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to achieve a quiet and cool computing environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
...instantly accelerates the transfer speeds for 3 seconds, and the BIOS is significantly increased by up to 170%, adding to patch memory issues. MemOK! Combining usability and aesthetics, the stylish ASUS heatsink gives users an extremely silent and cool experience with... multiple dedicated controllers based on different ambient temperatures, climate conditions and system loads. Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to achieve a quiet and cool computing environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
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... allows you to provide 5V power for the external SATA device. New upgrade! F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for enhanced system control - ASUS P9X79 1-5 With better electric conductivity, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Information for extra speed and accessibility. * Power eSATA requires a special designed signal cable to update...
... allows you to provide 5V power for the external SATA device. New upgrade! F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for enhanced system control - ASUS P9X79 1-5 With better electric conductivity, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Information for extra speed and accessibility. * Power eSATA requires a special designed signal cable to update...
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... information from a memory module. or D.O.C.P. 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 ... I0YT3E0 T3D1288LT-13 T3D1288LT-13 T3D1288LT-13 U2S24D30TP-13 Timing - 9 9 7-7-7-20 9 9 9 9 7-7-7-21 7-7-7-21 7-7-7-21 - Chapter 2 P9X79 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued) Vendors ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ATP ATP BUFFALO BUFFALO BUFFALO...
... information from a memory module. or D.O.C.P. 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 ... I0YT3E0 T3D1288LT-13 T3D1288LT-13 T3D1288LT-13 U2S24D30TP-13 Timing - 9 9 7-7-7-20 9 9 9 9 7-7-7-21 7-7-7-21 7-7-7-21 - Chapter 2 P9X79 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued) Vendors ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ATP ATP BUFFALO BUFFALO BUFFALO...
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...DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is tested. switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. ASUS P9X79 2-17 switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power...10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! MemOK! 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch lights...
...DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is tested. switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. ASUS P9X79 2-17 switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power...10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! MemOK! 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch lights...
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... stable clock speeds. TPU switch Turning this switch 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. 2.
... stable clock speeds. TPU switch Turning this switch 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. 2.
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ASUS P9X79 2-19 Chapter 2 3. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the switch setting to Enable will use the last setting you change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and...
ASUS P9X79 2-19 Chapter 2 3. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the switch setting to Enable will use the last setting you change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and...
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Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to enable C.P.R. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Removing the cap will cause system ...power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. You can automatically reset parameter settings...
Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to enable C.P.R. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Removing the cap will cause system ...power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. You can automatically reset parameter settings...
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...32 bit. IRST driver note for OS installation • Windows XP: 32 bit: Intel IRST driver for the system to [AHCI Mode]. ASUS P9X79 2-23 If you must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before OS installation. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for ...section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. Intel® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to the USB Flash...
...32 bit. IRST driver note for OS installation • Windows XP: 32 bit: Intel IRST driver for the system to [AHCI Mode]. ASUS P9X79 2-23 If you must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before OS installation. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for ...section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. Intel® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to the USB Flash...
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...please refer to the section "4.5 Create a RAID driver disk". • Windows 7 & Vista: When [SATA Mode] is set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode], you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X79 chipset... 2 • These connectors are using these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode]. We strongly recommend you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must load IRST Driver during OS Windows XP 64 bit installation for X79 platform will ...
...please refer to the section "4.5 Create a RAID driver disk". • Windows 7 & Vista: When [SATA Mode] is set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode], you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X79 chipset... 2 • These connectors are using these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode]. We strongly recommend you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must load IRST Driver during OS Windows XP 64 bit installation for X79 platform will ...
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if you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set to [HD]; Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 2-29 8. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. If��y�o�u��w��a...65533;i�s�c��o�n�n�e��c�to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. By default, this connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector. •...
if you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set to [HD]; Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 2-29 8. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. If��y�o�u��w��a...65533;i�s�c��o�n�n�e��c�to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. By default, this connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector. •...
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Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. ASUS P9X79 2-31 The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. Connect the chassis power LED cable ...
Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. ASUS P9X79 2-31 The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. Connect the chassis power LED cable ...
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... starts to flash (on the third second). 4. 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to enter their existing BIOS or operating system. Download the BIOS ROM file from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com). Worry-free overclocking for 3 seconds, and the light will... causing the system unable to the USB port with the updating speed. 6. When the flashing light stop, the BIOS updating has been complete. Updating BIOS may have risks. Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 2-43 Just plug in the root directory. 2. On the rear I/O port, plug the USB disk to reboot...
... starts to flash (on the third second). 4. 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to enter their existing BIOS or operating system. Download the BIOS ROM file from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com). Worry-free overclocking for 3 seconds, and the light will... causing the system unable to the USB port with the updating speed. 6. When the flashing light stop, the BIOS updating has been complete. Updating BIOS may have risks. Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 2-43 Just plug in the root directory. 2. On the rear I/O port, plug the USB disk to reboot...
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IEEE 1394a port 8. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 12. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 5. USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 11. USB 2.0 ports 3. External SATA port 4. Power eSATA 6G port 7. Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB BIOS Flashback button 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard and mouse port 2.
IEEE 1394a port 8. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 12. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 5. USB 2.0 ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 11. USB 2.0 ports 3. External SATA port 4. Power eSATA 6G port 7. Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB BIOS Flashback button 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard and mouse port 2.