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...X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary viii Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-3 1.2.2 Motherboard... 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1-26 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1-32 Chapter 2: Basic installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-4 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX...
...X99-PRO/USB 3.1 specifications summary viii Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-3 1.2.2 Motherboard... 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1-26 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1-32 Chapter 2: Basic installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-4 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX...
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...not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you encounter technical problems with the package..., disconnect all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short ...
...not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you encounter technical problems with the package..., disconnect all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short ...
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... as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: 1. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Optional documentation Your product package may... have to perform when installing system components. 3. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. How this guide This user...
... as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: 1. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Optional documentation Your product package may... have to perform when installing system components. 3. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. How this guide This user...
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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. 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
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xv Installation tools and components Intel® LGA2011-v3 CPU Intel® LGA2011-v3 compatible CPU Fan PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xv Installation tools and components Intel® LGA2011-v3 CPU Intel® LGA2011-v3 compatible CPU Fan PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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... speed up data transfer up to the operating system. * Supports PCIe mode only. M.2 Support* This motherboard features the M.2 slot, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-1 Quad-Channel DDR4 3000 MHz Support The motherboard supports the quad-channel DDR4 memory that enable multi-GPU setup, giving you full power of...
... speed up data transfer up to the operating system. * Supports PCIe mode only. M.2 Support* This motherboard features the M.2 slot, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-1 Quad-Channel DDR4 3000 MHz Support The motherboard supports the quad-channel DDR4 memory that enable multi-GPU setup, giving you full power of...
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...European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and innovation to a home theater system. DTS UltraPC II DTS... PC to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB 3.1 connectivity built in with dual Type-A ports for USB 3.1's breakneck speeds. 1.1.2 Other special features DTS Connect To get the most out of...
...European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product design and innovation to a home theater system. DTS UltraPC II DTS... PC to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB 3.1 connectivity built in with dual Type-A ports for USB 3.1's breakneck speeds. 1.1.2 Other special features DTS Connect To get the most out of...
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Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-3 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ... the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-3 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ... the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011-v3 socket designed for Intel® Core™ i7 processors. • Ensure that all power...
... damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011-v3 socket designed for Intel® Core™ i7 processors. • Ensure that all power...
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1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-7 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-7 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
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...menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that the DIMM fan fits to the motherboard. Chapter 1 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Ensure that you want to install 4 GB or more details, refer to Intel® CPU... memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. Memory configurations You...
...menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that the DIMM fan fits to the motherboard. Chapter 1 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Ensure that you want to install 4 GB or more details, refer to Intel® CPU... memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. Memory configurations You...
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Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 40-LANE PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot Slot Description 28-LANE PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 40-LANE PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot Slot Description 28-LANE PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-17 40-LANE CPU VGA configuration Single VGA/ PCIe card PCI Express 3.0 operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 x16 (single VGA recommended) N/A N/A Dual ... will be disabled. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ 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 40-LANE CPU VGA configuration Single VGA/ PCIe card PCI Express 3.0 operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 x16 (single VGA recommended) N/A N/A Dual ... will be disabled. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
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...* - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - * PCIe x16_2 is manually switched to x4 mode, the IRQ assignment will be changed to x1 mode by default. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 shared - - - - - - - PCIe x1_1 - -
...* - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - * PCIe x16_2 is manually switched to x4 mode, the IRQ assignment will be changed to x1 mode by default. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIe x16_1 shared - - - - - - - PCIe x1_1 - -
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The button also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-19 Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. Reset button Press the reset button to enhance system performance. 1. This is plugged to.... 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2.
The button also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-19 Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. Reset button Press the reset button to enhance system performance. 1. This is plugged to.... 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2.
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...8226; We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to boot after turning on the computer. function. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1...your system fails to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set of failsafe settings. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DIAG_DRAM LED near the MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues...
...8226; We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to boot after turning on the computer. function. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1...your system fails to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set of failsafe settings. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DIAG_DRAM LED near the MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues...
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...Internal connectors 1. If you can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. • Due to [AHCI Mode] by default. 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 [RAID Mode]. If you installed ...ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, 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...
...Internal connectors 1. If you can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. • Due to [AHCI Mode] by default. 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 [RAID Mode]. If you installed ...ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, 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...
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..., then install the module to 48 Mb/s connection speed. ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-35 Chapter 1 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 5. US1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel...
..., then install the module to 48 Mb/s connection speed. ASUS X99-PRO/USB 3.1 1-35 Chapter 1 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 5. US1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel...