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... Safety information...vii About this guide...viii Conventions used in this guide ix Typography...ix X99-E-10G WS specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction ...installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-11 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-15 2.4 Starting up for the ...
... Safety information...vii About this guide...viii Conventions used in this guide ix Typography...ix X99-E-10G WS specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction ...installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-11 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-15 2.4 Starting up for the ...
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... 4-12 4.4.7 DIGI+ Power Control 4-13 4.4.8 Ai Charger 4-15 4.4.9 USB 3.1 Boost 4-16 4.4.10 EZ Update 4-17 4.4.11 System Information 4-18 4.4.12 Mobo Connect 4-19 4.4.13 USB BIOS Flashback 4-20 4.4.14 Push Notice 4-22 4.5 Audio configurations 4-25 Chapter 5: RAID Support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage...
... 4-12 4.4.7 DIGI+ Power Control 4-13 4.4.8 Ai Charger 4-15 4.4.9 USB 3.1 Boost 4-16 4.4.10 EZ Update 4-17 4.4.11 System Information 4-18 4.4.12 Mobo Connect 4-19 4.4.13 USB BIOS Flashback 4-20 4.4.14 Push Notice 4-22 4.5 Audio configurations 4-25 Chapter 5: RAID Support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage...
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... describes the contents of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Optional documentation ...Your product package may have to the following parts: 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Chapter 6: Multi GPU Support This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS...
... describes the contents of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Optional documentation ...Your product package may have to the following parts: 1. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Chapter 6: Multi GPU Support This chapter describes how to change system settings through the BIOS...
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X99-E-10G WS specifications summary UEFI BIOS - Design - Superb Memory O.C. Monitor Your PC Status with Smart Devices in Real Time USB BIOS Flashback - with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for M.2 and U.2 Special Memory O.C. Tuner - Q-Slot - Feel the...- Q-LED (CPU, VGA, HDD LED) - CrashFree BIOS 3 - Most Advanced Options with Fast Response Time M.2 and U.2 Onboard - The Latest Transfer Technology with Lower Pings and Less Lags ASUS Exclusive Features Crystal Sound 3 - Capability under Windows System ASUS EZ DIY Push Notice - Featuring Friendly Graphics User Interface ...
X99-E-10G WS specifications summary UEFI BIOS - Design - Superb Memory O.C. Monitor Your PC Status with Smart Devices in Real Time USB BIOS Flashback - with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for M.2 and U.2 Special Memory O.C. Tuner - Q-Slot - Feel the...- Q-LED (CPU, VGA, HDD LED) - CrashFree BIOS 3 - Most Advanced Options with Fast Response Time M.2 and U.2 Onboard - The Latest Transfer Technology with Lower Pings and Less Lags ASUS Exclusive Features Crystal Sound 3 - Capability under Windows System ASUS EZ DIY Push Notice - Featuring Friendly Graphics User Interface ...
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X99-E-10G WS specifications summary ASUS Special Features Workstation Exclusive Internal I/O Connectors Special Features: - Ai Charger+ - ProCool Power Connector - MemOK! - ASUS PIKE SAS upgrade kit (Optional) 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 Connectors Support Additional 4 USB Ports (19pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 Connectors...Connector 1 x RGB HEADER 1 x EZ XMP Switch 1 x Power-on Button 1 x Reset Button 1 x 3-pin CHASSIS (Chassis Intrusion) Connector 1 x BIOS Flashback Button 1 x SLI/CFX switch (2/3-WAY adjustments) (continued on the next page) xiii EZ XMP - 7 PCIe x 16 Slots - Disk Unlocker - USB 3.1 ...
X99-E-10G WS specifications summary ASUS Special Features Workstation Exclusive Internal I/O Connectors Special Features: - Ai Charger+ - ProCool Power Connector - MemOK! - ASUS PIKE SAS upgrade kit (Optional) 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 Connectors Support Additional 4 USB Ports (19pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 Connectors...Connector 1 x RGB HEADER 1 x EZ XMP Switch 1 x Power-on Button 1 x Reset Button 1 x 3-pin CHASSIS (Chassis Intrusion) Connector 1 x BIOS Flashback Button 1 x SLI/CFX switch (2/3-WAY adjustments) (continued on the next page) xiii EZ XMP - 7 PCIe x 16 Slots - Disk Unlocker - USB 3.1 ...
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MemOK! SLI/CFX switch (SLI/CFX) 9. Intel® X99 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA 6G_34, SATA 6G_56, SATA 6G_78, SATA6G_910) 10. Reset button (RST_SW) 12. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 14. System ... SPDIF_OUT) 27. EZ XMP switch (EZ_XMP) 8. BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-7 1-29 1-6 1-28 1-26 1-13 1-14 1-15 1-24 1-12 1-12 2-11 1-33 1-14 1-31 1-32 1-30 1-32 1-27 1-35 1-31 1-34 1-16 1-20 1-33 1-25 1-25 Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-5 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 22...
MemOK! SLI/CFX switch (SLI/CFX) 9. Intel® X99 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA 6G_34, SATA 6G_56, SATA 6G_78, SATA6G_910) 10. Reset button (RST_SW) 12. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 14. System ... SPDIF_OUT) 27. EZ XMP switch (EZ_XMP) 8. BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page 1-7 1-29 1-6 1-28 1-26 1-13 1-14 1-15 1-24 1-12 1-12 2-11 1-33 1-14 1-31 1-32 1-30 1-32 1-27 1-35 1-31 1-34 1-16 1-20 1-33 1-25 1-25 Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-5 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 22...
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...Due to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is then mapped... and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. The system maps the total size of the DIMM fan may vary. For effective use...
...Due to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way of accessing information from the higher-sized channel is then mapped... and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. The system maps the total size of the DIMM fan may vary. For effective use...
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... reboots when each timing set is not properly installed. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-13 Chapter 1 If the system fails to boot during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with...reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! 3. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! button does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the ...
... reboots when each timing set is not properly installed. button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-13 Chapter 1 If the system fails to boot during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with...reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! 3. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! button does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the ...
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For the location of the EZ XMP LED, refer to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. EZ XMP switch (EZ_XMP) Enable this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 5. 4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you enable the EZ XMP switch. The EZ XMP LED (XLED1) lights up when you to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1
For the location of the EZ XMP LED, refer to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. EZ XMP switch (EZ_XMP) Enable this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 5. 4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you enable the EZ XMP switch. The EZ XMP LED (XLED1) lights up when you to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1
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... location of the SLI/CFX and PCIE LEDs. • After adjusting PCIE bandwidth in the BIOS, shut down the system for the PCIE LEDs to determine the slots for 2-WAY or 3-WAY graphics card installation. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-15 SLI/CFX switch (SLI/CFX) This switch allows you insert your graphics cards into...
... location of the SLI/CFX and PCIE LEDs. • After adjusting PCIE bandwidth in the BIOS, shut down the system for the PCIE LEDs to determine the slots for 2-WAY or 3-WAY graphics card installation. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-15 SLI/CFX switch (SLI/CFX) This switch allows you insert your graphics cards into...
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Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) The DRAM LED checks DRAM during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the LED flashes until the problem is solved. 4. 3. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update.
Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) The DRAM LED checks DRAM during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the LED flashes until the problem is solved. 4. 3. USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update.
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...with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X99 chipset. Due to [RAID Mode]. Chapter 1 • These connectors are set , refer to the manual bundled in the BIOS to chipset behavior, the SATA6G_78 and SATA6G_910 ports (black) do not support... Intel® Rapid Storage Technology and RAID configuration. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel® X99 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12...
...with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X99 chipset. Due to [RAID Mode]. Chapter 1 • These connectors are set , refer to the manual bundled in the BIOS to chipset behavior, the SATA6G_78 and SATA6G_910 ports (black) do not support... Intel® Rapid Storage Technology and RAID configuration. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel® X99 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12...
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2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-25 Chapter 1 Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high... you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to [HD] ...
2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-25 Chapter 1 Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high... you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to [HD] ...
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...4-pin W_PUMP, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2, 4-pin H_AMP_ FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on X99 platform. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of the connector. • DO NOT forget ...CPU fan's control mode, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Chassis Fan 1/2 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. Insufficient air flow inside the system may ...fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 4 feature on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the...
...4-pin W_PUMP, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2, 4-pin H_AMP_ FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on X99 platform. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of the connector. • DO NOT forget ...CPU fan's control mode, go to Advanced Mode > Monitor > Chassis Fan 1/2 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. Insufficient air flow inside the system may ...fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 4 feature on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the...
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.... Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is removed or replaced. Remove the jumper caps and enable the related options in BIOS if you reconnect the sensor or switch to one end of the system chassis. Reset the system to this connector. The signal is for... appears when you connect the sensor or switch at the back of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to exit the message. 14. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-33 By default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. 13. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)...
.... Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is removed or replaced. Remove the jumper caps and enable the related options in BIOS if you reconnect the sensor or switch to one end of the system chassis. Reset the system to this connector. The signal is for... appears when you connect the sensor or switch at the back of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to exit the message. 14. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-33 By default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. 13. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)...
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... is enabled. Insert the USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. • We recommend you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Chapter 2 Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the location of the Flashback LED. To use a ...the BIOS. On your computer. 5. If the system fails to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Place the bundled support DVD to boot after flashing the BIOS, unplug the power core and restart the system. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS ...
... is enabled. Insert the USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. • We recommend you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Chapter 2 Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the location of the Flashback LED. To use a ...the BIOS. On your computer. 5. If the system fails to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Place the bundled support DVD to boot after flashing the BIOS, unplug the power core and restart the system. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS ...
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... five seconds and turns into a solid light, this scenario happens, please restart the system to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. This may have risks. 6. If the BIOS program is not operating properly. In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic...
... five seconds and turns into a solid light, this scenario happens, please restart the system to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. This may have risks. 6. If the BIOS program is not operating properly. In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic...
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Optical S/PDIF Out port 3. USB 3.1 Type-C port EC2 (Supports USB 3.1 Boost) USB 3.1 Boost) 2. Intel® 10G LAN port (LAN2)* 6. Chapter 2 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 2-13 USB 3.0 ports 1234 (Supports USB 3.0 Boost) * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for the ... 3.0 devices to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Intel® 10G LAN port (LAN1)* 7. USB 3.1 Type-A port EA1 (Supports 5. Audio I /O connection USB BIOS Flashback port Rear panel connectors 1. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your USB 3.0 devices....
Optical S/PDIF Out port 3. USB 3.1 Type-C port EC2 (Supports USB 3.1 Boost) USB 3.1 Boost) 2. Intel® 10G LAN port (LAN2)* 6. Chapter 2 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 2-13 USB 3.0 ports 1234 (Supports USB 3.0 Boost) * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for the ... 3.0 devices to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Intel® 10G LAN port (LAN1)* 7. USB 3.1 Type-A port EA1 (Supports 5. Audio I /O connection USB BIOS Flashback port Rear panel connectors 1. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your USB 3.0 devices....
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... Out 8-channel Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation * 10G LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Status Off Green Green (Blinking) Description No link Linked Data activity Speed LED Status Description Off... Orange 1 Gbps connection Green 10 Gbps connection ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Due to hardware design, the 10G LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue...
... Out 8-channel Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation * 10G LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Status Off Green Green (Blinking) Description No link Linked Data activity Speed LED Status Description Off... Orange 1 Gbps connection Green 10 Gbps connection ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Due to hardware design, the 10G LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue...
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..., the system may light up . After applying power, the system power LED on self tests (POST). System power 6. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 2-17 Chapter 2 After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the screen. Monitor b. Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS UltraPC...
..., the system may light up . After applying power, the system power LED on self tests (POST). System power 6. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 2-17 Chapter 2 After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the screen. Monitor b. Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS UltraPC...
