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... 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 1 x CPU Optional Fan connector (4-pin) 4 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin) 1 x Power-on next page) xii P9X79 DELUXE specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (white port can be switched to 300MHz at 0.00625V increment - button...
... 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 1 x CPU Optional Fan connector (4-pin) 4 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin) 1 x Power-on next page) xii P9X79 DELUXE specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (white port can be switched to 300MHz at 0.00625V increment - button...
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.... This proprietary design, with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 1-3 Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of innovative and industry-leading ASUS technology provides super-accurate voltage tuning for better efficiency, stability and performance...This evolution of PCIe 2.0 (in addition to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - Increased CPU and DRAM overclocking range With programmable digital controllers onboard, users can also be available when using PCIe 3.0-compliant ...
.... This proprietary design, with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 1-3 Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of innovative and industry-leading ASUS technology provides super-accurate voltage tuning for better efficiency, stability and performance...This evolution of PCIe 2.0 (in addition to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - Increased CPU and DRAM overclocking range With programmable digital controllers onboard, users can also be available when using PCIe 3.0-compliant ...
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...includes seven special functions, so users can sync and transfer files between different utilities. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Worry-free overclocking for 3 seconds, and the BIOS is easier than previous versions thanks to an already impressively fast USB 3.0 transfer speed.... extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS SSD Caching SSD caching from ASUS is automatically flashed using an installed SSD with an elegant design theme. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speeds...
...includes seven special functions, so users can sync and transfer files between different utilities. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Worry-free overclocking for 3 seconds, and the BIOS is easier than previous versions thanks to an already impressively fast USB 3.0 transfer speed.... extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS SSD Caching SSD caching from ASUS is automatically flashed using an installed SSD with an elegant design theme. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speeds...
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Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in memory support specifications on the motherboard. ASUS will run at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of ...size of accessing information from a memory module. For effective use a more on 64-bit Windows OS. Use a maximum of 8GB (or above ) or overclocking condition. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information However, there are available on the market. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is ...
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in memory support specifications on the motherboard. ASUS will run at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of ...size of accessing information from a memory module. For effective use a more on 64-bit Windows OS. Use a maximum of 8GB (or above ) or overclocking condition. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information However, there are available on the market. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is ...
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... 1.5-1.6 • • • Side(s): SS - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for Quadchannel memory configuration. ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-13 DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM Elixir M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG 4GB DS Elixir N2CB2G808N... some memory modules for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into slots B1 and D1 for overclocking may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended. • The default DIMM frequency depends on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD),...
... 1.5-1.6 • • • Side(s): SS - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for Quadchannel memory configuration. ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-13 DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM Elixir M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG 4GB DS Elixir N2CB2G808N... some memory modules for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into slots B1 and D1 for overclocking may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended. • The default DIMM frequency depends on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD),...
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... switch that allows you to a power source indicating that you to reboot the system. The switch also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch The motherboard comes with a power-on switch. 2. This is plugged to power...
... switch that allows you to a power source indicating that you to reboot the system. The switch also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch The motherboard comes with a power-on switch. 2. This is plugged to power...
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.... • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A messgae will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. The... lights when the DIMM is tested. switch Installing DIMMs that you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-17 MemOK! switch lights continuously. Chapter 2 • Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. Replace the DIMMs with ...
.... • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A messgae will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. The... lights when the DIMM is tested. switch Installing DIMMs that you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-17 MemOK! switch lights continuously. Chapter 2 • Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for successful boot. Replace the DIMMs with ...
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... 3 seconds, and the BIOS is complete once the light signal goes out. 1. In case of the portable disk.2. It allows overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily without having to complete BIOS update. 2. Just plug in file format.If this means that the BIOS Flashback is ... update will begin to flash (on the third second). 4 The Flashback function is damaged during the process causing the system unable to flash the BIOS. ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-49
... 3 seconds, and the BIOS is complete once the light signal goes out. 1. In case of the portable disk.2. It allows overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily without having to complete BIOS update. 2. Just plug in file format.If this means that the BIOS Flashback is ... update will begin to flash (on the third second). 4 The Flashback function is damaged during the process causing the system unable to flash the BIOS. ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-49
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... Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-51 Gray - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Black - • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA...
... Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-51 Gray - 4-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Black - • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA...
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... use as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for reference purposes only, and may result to instability or failure to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-1 The BIOS setup program is...the same smoothness as easy to ensure system compatibility and stability. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond ...
... use as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for reference purposes only, and may result to instability or failure to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-1 The BIOS setup program is...the same smoothness as easy to ensure system compatibility and stability. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond ...
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...overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P9X79 DELUXE... 3-3 For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar Configuration...
...overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P9X79 DELUXE... 3-3 For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar Configuration...
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3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-7 Scroll down to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard.
3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-7 Scroll down to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard.
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... keypad. Use the and keys to 300.0MHz. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the... system performance. Scroll down to display the following three items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. CPU Strap [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [166MHz] [250MHz] ClockGen Full Reset [Enabled]...
... keypad. Use the and keys to 300.0MHz. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the... system performance. Scroll down to display the following three items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. CPU Strap [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [166MHz] [250MHz] ClockGen Full Reset [Enabled]...
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Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-9 By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in BIOS. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3_1333MHz] [DDR31600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3_2133MHz] [DDR3_2400MHz] [DDR3_2666MHz] Selecting a very high memory ...and keys to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of active cores can be set the Turbo Ratio item to [By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in OS)] All numbers of...
Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-9 By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in BIOS. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3_1333MHz] [DDR31600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3_2133MHz] [DDR3_2400MHz] [DDR3_2666MHz] Selecting a very high memory ...and keys to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of active cores can be set the Turbo Ratio item to [By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in OS)] All numbers of...
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... CPU VCORE Boot Up Voltage [Auto] Use the and keys to a lower value for better thermal solution. Set to a higher value for overclocking. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. This item allows you to adjust the voltage.... The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to adjust the value. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Some of the DRAM controller is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. Do not remove the thermal ...
... CPU VCORE Boot Up Voltage [Auto] Use the and keys to a lower value for better thermal solution. Set to a higher value for overclocking. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. This item allows you to adjust the voltage.... The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to adjust the value. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Some of the DRAM controller is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. Do not remove the thermal ...
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...frequency for better system stability. DRAM-AB Current Capability [100%] Setting a higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM-AB Voltage Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to...Power Phase Control [Auto] Phase number is the number of woorking VRM phase. Configuration options: [Auto] [manual] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-21 Increasing phase number under light system loading to increase O.C range or a lower DRAM frequency for better system stability. Allows ...
...frequency for better system stability. DRAM-AB Current Capability [100%] Setting a higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM-AB Voltage Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to...Power Phase Control [Auto] Phase number is the number of woorking VRM phase. Configuration options: [Auto] [manual] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-21 Increasing phase number under light system loading to increase O.C range or a lower DRAM frequency for better system stability. Allows ...
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... to 0.6150x with a 0.005x interval. DRAM Read REF Voltage on CHC [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHC. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-25 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHD [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB. DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB...you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHD. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. DRAM Read REF Voltage on CHA [Auto] Allows you to set the ...
... to 0.6150x with a 0.005x interval. DRAM Read REF Voltage on CHC [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHC. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-25 DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHD [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB. DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB...you to set the DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHD. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. DRAM Read REF Voltage on CHA [Auto] Allows you to set the ...
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...Voltage on Channel D. Spread Spectrum [Auto] As with a 0.005x interval. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. The values range from 0.3850x to [Enabled] for the CPU and other ...system devices. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. CPU Freq. Sets to 0.6150x with PCIE Spread Spectrum, to set the DRAM Read Reference Voltage on CHD [Auto] Allows you to ...
...Voltage on Channel D. Spread Spectrum [Auto] As with a 0.005x interval. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. The values range from 0.3850x to [Enabled] for the CPU and other ...system devices. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. CPU Freq. Sets to 0.6150x with PCIE Spread Spectrum, to set the DRAM Read Reference Voltage on CHD [Auto] Allows you to ...
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...make the system unstable. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. For system stability, all changes made in TurboV will not be saved to ...to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the AI Suite II main menu bar. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up settings Undoes all changes without exiting and rebooting the OS. TurboV TurboV allows you to...
...make the system unstable. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. For system stability, all changes made in TurboV will not be saved to ...to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the AI Suite II main menu bar. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up settings Undoes all changes without exiting and rebooting the OS. TurboV TurboV allows you to...
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... of individual CPUs. Click on the right will change take effect. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent...is subject to restore all changes immediately • Every CPU Strap support is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. CPU Strap Allows you to make the change value accordingly. 3. Click on the...
... of individual CPUs. Click on the right will change take effect. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent...is subject to restore all changes immediately • Every CPU Strap support is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. CPU Strap Allows you to make the change value accordingly. 3. Click on the...