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...product is valid to infringe. or (2) the serial number of their respective companies, and are included in receipt of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.... Copies of this manual may or may not be much obliged if you wish to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for backup purposes, without the express written permission of this email address). This offer is repaired, modified or ...
...product is valid to infringe. or (2) the serial number of their respective companies, and are included in receipt of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.... Copies of this manual may or may not be much obliged if you wish to have it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for backup purposes, without the express written permission of this email address). This offer is repaired, modified or ...
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... configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter lists the hardware setup ... describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. These documents are also provided. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have...
... configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 2: Basic installation This chapter lists the hardware setup ... describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. These documents are also provided. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have...
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...** The PCIe x16_3 slot supports x8 devices only. ***The PCIe x16_2, PCIe x1_1, and USB3_E56 connectors share the same bandwidth, and the PCIe x1_2 and Wi-Fi module share the same bandwidth. When the M.2 socket is subject to www.asus.com for the memory QVL... Intel® Core™ i7 processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) viii X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LGA2011-v3 socket for best resource optimization...
...** The PCIe x16_3 slot supports x8 devices only. ***The PCIe x16_2, PCIe x1_1, and USB3_E56 connectors share the same bandwidth, and the PCIe x1_2 and Wi-Fi module share the same bandwidth. When the M.2 socket is subject to www.asus.com for the memory QVL... Intel® Core™ i7 processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) viii X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LGA2011-v3 socket for best resource optimization...
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... fidelity - DTS Connect - X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary Storage Wi-Fi Bluetooth LAN Audio USB * Type 2230 storage device is only available on ASUS HYPER M.2x 4 card ** 1 at onboard, 1 at bundled add-on card (ASUS HYPER M.2x4 card) *** Due to the audio configuration - Speedy Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz - ASUS Wi-Fi GO...
... fidelity - DTS Connect - X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary Storage Wi-Fi Bluetooth LAN Audio USB * Type 2230 storage device is only available on ASUS HYPER M.2x 4 card ** 1 at onboard, 1 at bundled add-on card (ASUS HYPER M.2x4 card) *** Due to the audio configuration - Speedy Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz - ASUS Wi-Fi GO...
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...ASUS Fan Xpert3 - Turbo App - Superb memory O.C. Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote app for selected applications. Industry leading digital 8-phase power design - Industry leading digital 4-phase DRAM power design - Featuring automatic system performance tuning, network priority, audio scene configuration, and fan cooling setting for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting... with ThunderboltEX II series Powerful Home Server ASUS HomeCloud Server Wi-Fi GO! - Design - Wi-Fi GO! X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Flagship Performance 5-Way Optimization by...
...ASUS Fan Xpert3 - Turbo App - Superb memory O.C. Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote app for selected applications. Industry leading digital 8-phase power design - Industry leading digital 4-phase DRAM power design - Featuring automatic system performance tuning, network priority, audio scene configuration, and fan cooling setting for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting... with ThunderboltEX II series Powerful Home Server ASUS HomeCloud Server Wi-Fi GO! - Design - Wi-Fi GO! X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features Flagship Performance 5-Way Optimization by...
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... damage prevention - X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features Media Streamer - NFC Receiver and 2-port USB 3.0 hub - Feel the sound power with lower pings and less lag Crystal Sound 2 - featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS 5X Protection: - ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection - Experience smooth online gaming with different usage scenarios Steam support - Compatible...
... damage prevention - X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Special Features Media Streamer - NFC Receiver and 2-port USB 3.0 hub - Feel the sound power with lower pings and less lag Crystal Sound 2 - featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS 5X Protection: - ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection - Experience smooth online gaming with different usage scenarios Steam support - Compatible...
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X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O - 3x more durable corrosionresistant coating USB 3.1 Boost USB Charger+ Ai Charger+ Disk Unlocker Ai Suite 3 MemOK...System Agent voltage at 0.001 V increment - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x Intel® LAN (RJ45) port 2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue) 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 1 x Keyboard/Mouse combo ...
X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O - 3x more durable corrosionresistant coating USB 3.1 Boost USB Charger+ Ai Charger+ Disk Unlocker Ai Suite 3 MemOK...System Agent voltage at 0.001 V increment - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x Intel® LAN (RJ45) port 2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue) 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 1 x Keyboard/Mouse combo ...
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X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Operating system Form Factors 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector for both 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control with auto ... connectors for both 3-pin (DC Mode) and 4-pin (PWM Mode) coolers control 1 x Front panel audio connector(AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x 5-pin Thunderbolt header for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x TPM connector 1 x Serial port (COM) header 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x 5-pin ...
X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD Operating system Form Factors 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector for both 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control with auto ... connectors for both 3-pin (DC Mode) and 4-pin (PWM Mode) coolers control 1 x Front panel audio connector(AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x 5-pin Thunderbolt header for ASUS ThunderboltEX series support 1 x TPM connector 1 x Serial port (COM) header 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x 5-pin ...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 motherboard 6 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector HYPER M.2 x 4 Support DVD User Manual 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit Technical documentations • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. xiv Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 motherboard 6 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector HYPER M.2 x 4 Support DVD User Manual 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit Technical documentations • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. xiv Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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... SSD (Solid State Drive) that is the PCI Express bus standard that supports the LGA2011-v3 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 processors This motherboard supports the New Intel® Core™ i7 processors in the LGA2011-v3 package. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-1 M.2 Support* This motherboard features the M.2 slot, which increases bandwidth and enhances the...
... SSD (Solid State Drive) that is the PCI Express bus standard that supports the LGA2011-v3 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 processors This motherboard supports the New Intel® Core™ i7 processors in the LGA2011-v3 package. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-1 M.2 Support* This motherboard features the M.2 slot, which increases bandwidth and enhances the...
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...; Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to install 4 GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to the Microsoft®...; support site at http://support.microsoft. Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB and 8 GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may vary. ...
...; Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you want to install 4 GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to the Microsoft®...; support site at http://support.microsoft. Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB and 8 GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may vary. ...
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Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 248 SS SK hynix H5AN4G8NMFR 16-16-16-39 1.2V • • SS SK hynix H5AN4G8NMFR 16-16-16-36 1.2V • • • ...
Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 248 SS SK hynix H5AN4G8NMFR 16-16-16-39 1.2V • • SS SK hynix H5AN4G8NMFR 16-16-16-36 1.2V • • • ...
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...A1, B1, C1, and D1 for better compatibility. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-15 Double-sided DIMM support: Supports one pair of quad-channel memory configuration. Supports four (4) modules inserted into all slots as two pairs of individual CPUs. Supports eight (8) modules inserted into both the dark gray slots and ...four dark gray slots and two black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1, B1, B2, C1, D1, ...
...A1, B1, C1, and D1 for better compatibility. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-15 Double-sided DIMM support: Supports one pair of quad-channel memory configuration. Supports four (4) modules inserted into all slots as two pairs of individual CPUs. Supports eight (8) modules inserted into both the dark gray slots and ...four dark gray slots and two black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1, B1, B2, C1, D1, ...
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... x16 (single VGA recommended) N/A N/A Dual VGA/PCIe cards x16 x8 N/A Triple VGA/PCIe cards x16 x8 x4* • *The 3-Way SLI™ configuration is not supported when using a 28-LANE CPU. • *When the M.2 x4 slot is occupied, the PCIe x16_4 slot will be disabled. • We recommend that you provide...™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-17
... x16 (single VGA recommended) N/A N/A Dual VGA/PCIe cards x16 x8 N/A Triple VGA/PCIe cards x16 x8 x4* • *The 3-Way SLI™ configuration is not supported when using a 28-LANE CPU. • *When the M.2 x4 slot is occupied, the PCIe x16_4 slot will be disabled. • We recommend that you provide...™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-17
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Intel® X99 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA6G_34, SATA6G_5, SATA6G_6/SATAEXPRESS, SATA6G_78, SATA6G_910) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. • Due to [RAID Mode]. 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. ... are set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. • The SATAEXPRESS_1 connector can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X99 chipset. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives...
Intel® X99 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA6G_34, SATA6G_5, SATA6G_6/SATAEXPRESS, SATA6G_78, SATA6G_910) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. • Due to [RAID Mode]. 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. ... are set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. • The SATAEXPRESS_1 connector can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X99 chipset. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives...
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2. The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-33 Chapter 1 This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 3. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
2. The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-33 Chapter 1 This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 3. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
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... 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. • These USB 3.0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows...
... 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. • These USB 3.0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows...
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ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-35 Chapter 1 US1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connectors. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Doing so will damage the...
ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-35 Chapter 1 US1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connectors. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Doing so will damage the...
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...Monitor > Chassis Fan 1/4 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to the fan ...CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the CPU fan connector. Chapter 1 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. 6. The FAN EXTENSION... CARD is securely installed to the fan connectors on X99 platform. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • The CPU fan connector detects the type...
...Monitor > Chassis Fan 1/4 Q-Fan Control items in BIOS. • The chassis fan connectors support DC and PWM modes. To set these fans to DC or PWM, go to the fan ...CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the CPU fan connector. Chapter 1 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. 6. The FAN EXTENSION... CARD is securely installed to the fan connectors on X99 platform. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • The CPU fan connector detects the type...
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... with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to fit these connectors in only one orientation. ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-37 Chapter 1 com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. 7.
... with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to fit these connectors in only one orientation. ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-37 Chapter 1 com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. 7.