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... Configuration 3-19 3.6.12 Thunderbolt(TM) Configuration 3-19 3.6.13 PCH-FW Configuration 3-20 3.7 Monitor menu 3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-20 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-24 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-24 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-26 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-26 3.11...
... Configuration 3-19 3.6.12 Thunderbolt(TM) Configuration 3-19 3.6.13 PCH-FW Configuration 3-20 3.7 Monitor menu 3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-20 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-24 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-24 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-26 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-26 3.11...
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...- File Transfer PC Cleaner Q-Design - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - DRAM Power: Digital 2-phase power design TPU - ASUS Q-Connector - PRIME X299-A specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock II Technology - ASUS Q-Slot (continued on the next page) ...control, system cooling and app usages. ASUS Q-Shield - AURA SYNC 3D Printing Friendly design Turbo LAN File Transfer - Auto Tuning, TPU EPU Fan Xpert 4 with ThunderboltEX 3 Card. ASUS Q-DIMM - Full BCLK range for extreme overclocking performance. 5-Way Optimization - Whole ...
...- File Transfer PC Cleaner Q-Design - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - DRAM Power: Digital 2-phase power design TPU - ASUS Q-Connector - PRIME X299-A specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock II Technology - ASUS Q-Slot (continued on the next page) ...control, system cooling and app usages. ASUS Q-Shield - AURA SYNC 3D Printing Friendly design Turbo LAN File Transfer - Auto Tuning, TPU EPU Fan Xpert 4 with ThunderboltEX 3 Card. ASUS Q-DIMM - Full BCLK range for extreme overclocking performance. 5-Way Optimization - Whole ...
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...; For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the quad-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the same vendor. The system maps... memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. Check with the same CAS Latency. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D.
...; For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the quad-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the same vendor. The system maps... memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. Check with the same CAS Latency. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D.
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...MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 1-9 It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up when the DIMM is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. A ...to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for the system to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. button does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads...
...MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 1-9 It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot up when the DIMM is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. A ...to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for the system to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. button does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads...
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...in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to overclocking. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never place a metal object or jumper cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power ...key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to re-enter data. ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 1-11 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap ...
...in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to overclocking. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never place a metal object or jumper cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power ...key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to re-enter data. ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 1-11 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap ...
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Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. 2. Chapter 1 3. 3D Mount Secure 3D printed parts to set a higher CPU voltage for a personalized motherboard. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to these 3D Mount holes for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU.
Download 3D source files at http://www.asus.com. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 1-2. To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins 2-3. 2. Chapter 1 3. 3D Mount Secure 3D printed parts to set a higher CPU voltage for a personalized motherboard. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to these 3D Mount holes for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU.
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... downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for settings and options. Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering...
... downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for settings and options. Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering...
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Refer to switch EZ System Tuning modes Selects the display language Creates storage RAID and of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for details. 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to select the ... Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-3
Refer to switch EZ System Tuning modes Selects the display language Creates storage RAID and of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for details. 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to select the ... Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-3
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.... Language This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of your fans. Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-5 For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and... changing the fan settings. Refer to view and tweak the overclocking settings of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced For saving the frequently-used system...
.... Language This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of your fans. Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-5 For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and... changing the fan settings. Refer to view and tweak the overclocking settings of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites Main Ai Tweaker Advanced For saving the frequently-used system...
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OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. from the BIOS screen to their best settings. Click OC then click Next. 3. Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-9 Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. You can also set RAID in your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Press on your system using this feature. 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to open 2.
OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. from the BIOS screen to their best settings. Click OC then click Next. 3. Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-9 Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. You can also set RAID in your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Press on your system using this feature. 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to open 2.
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...] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to change the system security settings. • If you set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this ...the CPU permanently. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you to select the CPU overclocking options to enhance the system performance. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to achieve...
...] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to change the system security settings. • If you set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this ...the CPU permanently. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you to select the CPU overclocking options to enhance the system performance. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to achieve...
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...Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode Allows you to set the CPU ratio and features. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-15 Select the auto mode to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production. Ensure to 100:100. Configuration... performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU This item allows you to...
...Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode Allows you to set the CPU ratio and features. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-A Series 3-15 Select the auto mode to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production. Ensure to 100:100. Configuration... performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies water cooling overclocking conditions. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU This item allows you to...
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...reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that the graphics card is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. This feature is installed in your USB drive, load and save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile... that you to select the bus interface. Load/Save Profile from Profile This item allows you to eight, press , and then select Yes. 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to key in a profile name. Load from /to USB Drive This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings...
...reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that the graphics card is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. This feature is installed in your USB drive, load and save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile... that you to select the bus interface. Load/Save Profile from Profile This item allows you to eight, press , and then select Yes. 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to key in a profile name. Load from /to USB Drive This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings...