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.... SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Where the applicable license entitles you to obtain the corresponding source code and your request please provide the name, model number and version, as source code archives...
.... SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Where the applicable license entitles you to obtain the corresponding source code and your request please provide the name, model number and version, as source code archives...
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... product and software updates. 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
... product and software updates. 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
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... supports USB BIOS Flashback) 8-channel Audio I/O ports Bluetooth V4.0 LE Realtek® S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - High quality 120dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out@back) & 113dB SNR recording input (Line-in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for headphone and speakers - TUF X299 MARK 1 specifications summary Storage Back Panel I/O Ports Bluetooth Audio Intel® X299 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support - 1 x M .2_1 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both sound...
... supports USB BIOS Flashback) 8-channel Audio I/O ports Bluetooth V4.0 LE Realtek® S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - High quality 120dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out@back) & 113dB SNR recording input (Line-in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for headphone and speakers - TUF X299 MARK 1 specifications summary Storage Back Panel I/O Ports Bluetooth Audio Intel® X299 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support - 1 x M .2_1 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both sound...
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...TUF X299 MARK 1 specifications summary Exclusive TUF Features Internal I/O connectors "Ultimate COOL!" Thermal Solution - MemOK! 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 1 x USB 2.0/1/1 connector supports additional 2 USB ports 1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 (for M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 devices) 1 x Vertical M.2_2 Socket 3 (for M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 devices) 8 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) for both 3-pin(DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control with auto detection support 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector (4-pin) 1 x W_Pump+ header...
...TUF X299 MARK 1 specifications summary Exclusive TUF Features Internal I/O connectors "Ultimate COOL!" Thermal Solution - MemOK! 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin) 1 x USB 2.0/1/1 connector supports additional 2 USB ports 1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 (for M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 devices) 1 x Vertical M.2_2 Socket 3 (for M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 devices) 8 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) for both 3-pin(DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control with auto detection support 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector (4-pin) 1 x W_Pump+ header...
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... DIMM before using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST stage and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. A message will begin automatic memory compatibility tuning and reboot for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of failsafe settings. ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 1-9 The blinking speed of failsafe settings. If the installed DIMMs still...
... DIMM before using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST stage and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. A message will begin automatic memory compatibility tuning and reboot for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of failsafe settings. ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 1-9 The blinking speed of failsafe settings. If the installed DIMMs still...
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... RTC RAM: 1. 1.1.7 Jumpers 1. function. ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 1-11 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. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never place a metal object or jumper cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default...
... RTC RAM: 1. 1.1.7 Jumpers 1. function. ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 1-11 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. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never place a metal object or jumper cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default...
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... USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. • Ensure to install the related driver to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you to fully use the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting...
... USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. • Ensure to install the related driver to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you to fully use the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting...
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Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1-3) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 1-17 USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1314) This connector is for the thermistor cable that supports up to detect its temperature. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that monitors the temperature of the system chassis. Chapter 1 5. Connect the thermistor cable and...
Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1-3) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 1-17 USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1314) This connector is for the thermistor cable that supports up to detect its temperature. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that monitors the temperature of the system chassis. Chapter 1 5. Connect the thermistor cable and...
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Optical S/PDIF Out port 11. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 2-13 USB 2.0 ports 9-12 (bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 3. Intel® LAN port (LAN1)* 7. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. • USB 3.1 Gen 1/Gen 2 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance...
Optical S/PDIF Out port 11. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 2-13 USB 2.0 ports 9-12 (bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 3. Intel® LAN port (LAN1)* 7. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. • USB 3.1 Gen 1/Gen 2 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance...
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... motherboard CMOS. 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 a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS settings or update. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to the latest BIOS version for this user manual refers to instability or boot failure. Please refer to ensure optimal performance. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in this motherboard. • BIOS settings and options...
... motherboard CMOS. 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 a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS settings or update. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to the latest BIOS version for this user manual refers to instability or boot failure. Please refer to ensure optimal performance. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in this motherboard. • BIOS settings and options...
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... CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you installed to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. 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. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets...
... CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you installed to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. 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. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets...
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... panel Delete all favorite items Recover to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to default favorite items 3. from the BIOS screen to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-13 Go to My Favorites menu to open 2. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. Adding items to My Favorite items: • Items with submenu options • User...
... panel Delete all favorite items Recover to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to default favorite items 3. from the BIOS screen to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-13 Go to My Favorites menu to open 2. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. Adding items to My Favorite items: • Items with submenu options • User...
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... shows a warning message during POST (Power-on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of SATA devices. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to the corresponding SATA port. 3.6.4 PCH Configuration The items in the hard disks. SATA6G_8 This item allows you to enable or disable the selected SATA port. SATA6G_8 SATA6G_1 - Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-17 PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1 (2.5 GT/s)] [Gen2...
... shows a warning message during POST (Power-on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of SATA devices. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to the corresponding SATA port. 3.6.4 PCH Configuration The items in the hard disks. SATA6G_8 This item allows you to enable or disable the selected SATA port. SATA6G_8 SATA6G_1 - Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-17 PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1 (2.5 GT/s)] [Gen2...
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... the location of the USB ports. 3.6.12 Thunderbolt(TM) Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. Configuration options: [Thunderbolt Disabled] [PCIE16_1] [PCIE16_2] [PCIE4_2] Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-19 3.6.8 APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for ErP requirement. When set system wake and sleep settings...
... the location of the USB ports. 3.6.12 Thunderbolt(TM) Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. Configuration options: [Thunderbolt Disabled] [PCIE16_1] [PCIE16_2] [PCIE4_2] Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-19 3.6.8 APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for ErP requirement. When set system wake and sleep settings...
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... storage devices that you want to launch. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-21 Launch CSM [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the addon devices. The following items appear only when you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to boot. For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Configuration options: [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] [Legacy OPROM only] [UEFI only] Boot from PCI-E/PCI...
... storage devices that you want to launch. Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-21 Launch CSM [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the addon devices. The following items appear only when you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to boot. For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Configuration options: [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] [Legacy OPROM only] [UEFI only] Boot from PCI-E/PCI...
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... displays the available devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to configure options for special functions. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. 3.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Click an item to start booting from the available devices. Setup Animator This item allows you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key...
... displays the available devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to configure options for special functions. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. 3.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Click an item to start booting from the available devices. Setup Animator This item allows you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key...
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... utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. If you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it to a USB flash drive. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. You can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-29 Turn on the ASUS...
... utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. If you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it to a USB flash drive. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. You can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 3-29 Turn on the ASUS...
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... SATA ports run at RAID mode together. Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are using PCIE storage devices, ensure to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. Save your motherboard. 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS: 1. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set to your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, then enter the BIOS Setup again. 6. For optimal performance, install identical drives...
... SATA ports run at RAID mode together. Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are using PCIE storage devices, ensure to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. Save your motherboard. 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS: 1. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set to your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, then enter the BIOS Setup again. 6. For optimal performance, install identical drives...
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... loading the RAID driver, replace the motherboard Support DVD with the motherboard Support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Click Browse to continue. Select the RAID controller driver you to insert the installation media containing the driver of the Support DVD then click OK to install Windows and click Next. 8. Chapter 4 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 4-11 Setup then proceeds with the OS installation. Follow screen instructions to continue. 5. Select the drive to continue. 6. A message appears, reminding you need from the list...
... loading the RAID driver, replace the motherboard Support DVD with the motherboard Support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Click Browse to continue. Select the RAID controller driver you to insert the installation media containing the driver of the Support DVD then click OK to install Windows and click Next. 8. Chapter 4 ASUS TUF X299 MARK 1 4-11 Setup then proceeds with the OS installation. Follow screen instructions to continue. 5. Select the drive to continue. 6. A message appears, reminding you need from the list...
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... to the utility main menu. 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® To install the RAID driver for your optical drive. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to select the installation media containing the RAID driver. 2. Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive, and then click Browse. 3. Before loading the RAID driver from the support DVD to exit? (Y/N): 2. Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: 1. The following...
... to the utility main menu. 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® To install the RAID driver for your optical drive. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to select the installation media containing the RAID driver. 2. Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive, and then click Browse. 3. Before loading the RAID driver from the support DVD to exit? (Y/N): 2. Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: 1. The following...