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Contents 2.3.13 Audio I/O connections 2-52 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-54 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 ... menu 3-40 3.8 Tools menu 3-42 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-42 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-43 3.8.4 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-44 3.8.5 ASUS Drive Xpert 3-45 3.9 Exit menu 3-46 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-47 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-47 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-50 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-51 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-52 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1...
Contents 2.3.13 Audio I/O connections 2-52 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-54 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 ... menu 3-40 3.8 Tools menu 3-42 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-42 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-43 3.8.4 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-44 3.8.5 ASUS Drive Xpert 3-45 3.9 Exit menu 3-46 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-47 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-47 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-50 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-51 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-52 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1...
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... 4-10 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 BT GO! (Supports BT GO 3.0 4-14 4.3.9 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 4.3.10 ASUS SSD Caching 4-16 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-17 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-18 4.3.12 Audio configurations 4-20 4.4 RAID configurations 4-21 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-21 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-22 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS...
... 4-10 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 BT GO! (Supports BT GO 3.0 4-14 4.3.9 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 4.3.10 ASUS SSD Caching 4-16 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-17 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-18 4.3.12 Audio configurations 4-20 4.4 RAID configurations 4-21 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-21 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-22 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS...
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...NVIDIA® 3��-W��a�y���S��L��I /O (continues on CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel® X79 Express Chipset Memory 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) ...BT GO 3.0! - Bluetooth v3.0 + HS (Bluetooth v2.1+EDR & Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n) - Utility Audio Realtek® ALC898 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - P9X79 DELUXE specifications summary CPU 2nd Generation Intel® Core ™ i7 processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports ...
...NVIDIA® 3��-W��a�y���S��L��I /O (continues on CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel® X79 Express Chipset Memory 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) ...BT GO 3.0! - Bluetooth v3.0 + HS (Bluetooth v2.1+EDR & Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n) - Utility Audio Realtek® ALC898 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - P9X79 DELUXE specifications summary CPU 2nd Generation Intel® Core ™ i7 processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports ...
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... Intel® LAN) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 2 x Power eSATA 6Gb/s ports (green) 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Precision Tweaker 2: - 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 ...1 x Bluetooth v3.0 + HS header Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Clear CMOS switch 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! P9X79 DELUXE specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I ...
... Intel® LAN) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 2 x Power eSATA 6Gb/s ports (green) 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Precision Tweaker 2: - 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 ...1 x Bluetooth v3.0 + HS header Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Clear CMOS switch 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! P9X79 DELUXE specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I ...
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With better electric conductivity, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS provides two extra ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of audio files. DTS UltraPC II DTS UltraPC II delivers exceptional 7.1 surround through high and low ... on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of a digital audio connection (such as 7.1 channels of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to a home theater system.DTS Interactive is ...
With better electric conductivity, it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS provides two extra ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of audio files. DTS UltraPC II DTS UltraPC II delivers exceptional 7.1 surround through high and low ... on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of a digital audio connection (such as 7.1 channels of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to a home theater system.DTS Interactive is ...
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... 13. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_78) 7. Reset switch 16. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 18. Q-Code LED (LED1, LED2) Page 2-5 2-33 2-4 2-32 2-17 2-29 2-26 2-27 2-28 2-35 2-19 2-18 2-30 2-18 2-16 2-16 2-33 2-31 2-22 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-3 EPU switch 12. switch 6. Power-on switch 17. Intel® X79 Serial...
... 13. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_78) 7. Reset switch 16. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 18. Q-Code LED (LED1, LED2) Page 2-5 2-33 2-4 2-32 2-17 2-29 2-26 2-27 2-28 2-35 2-19 2-18 2-30 2-18 2-16 2-16 2-33 2-31 2-22 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-3 EPU switch 12. switch 6. Power-on switch 17. Intel® X79 Serial...
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... shared - - - - - - - ASM 1061 E-SATA shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - Configuration Auto Mode PCI Express sharing mode PCIe x1_1 PCIe x1_2 x1 x1 BT3 Mode BT3 N/A eSATA Mode N/A eSATA ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-15 PCIEX1_1 - - - ASM 1042 USB 3.0 #2 - shared - - - - - shared - - - - PCIEX1_2 shared - - - - - - - ASM 1042 USB 3.0 #3 - - shared - Refer to page 2-31 for ... for details. Intel LAN 82579V - - shared - - - - - - - On Chip USB1 On Chip USB2 On Chip SATA HD Audio - - - - - - shared - - - - -
... shared - - - - - - - ASM 1061 E-SATA shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - Configuration Auto Mode PCI Express sharing mode PCIe x1_1 PCIe x1_2 x1 x1 BT3 Mode BT3 N/A eSATA Mode N/A eSATA ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-15 PCIEX1_1 - - - ASM 1042 USB 3.0 #2 - shared - - - - - shared - - - - PCIEX1_2 shared - - - - - - - ASM 1042 USB 3.0 #3 - - shared - Refer to page 2-31 for ... for details. Intel LAN 82579V - - shared - - - - - - - On Chip USB1 On Chip USB2 On Chip SATA HD Audio - - - - - - shared - - - - -
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Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-31 7. The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-31 7. The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
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... these connectors in the BIOS setup to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-33 Connect one orientation. By default, this connector is for ATX power supply plugs. Front panel...
... these connectors in the BIOS setup to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-33 Connect one orientation. By default, this connector is for ATX power supply plugs. Front panel...
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2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- IDE_LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE AAFP 2-45
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- IDE_LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE AAFP 2-45
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...*** *, **, and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for bluetooth module LED, Wi-Fi LED, LAN port LED, and audio port definitions. 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 9. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6 12. Bluetooth Module* 8. Wi-Fi Antenna Jack* 2. Realtek® ...
...*** *, **, and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for bluetooth module LED, Wi-Fi LED, LAN port LED, and audio port definitions. 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 9. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6 12. Bluetooth Module* 8. Wi-Fi Antenna Jack* 2. Realtek® ...
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...Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-51 Black - • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO...activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel Light Blue Line In Lime Line Out Pink Mic In Orange -
...Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-51 Black - • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO...activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 2-channel Light Blue Line In Lime Line Out Pink Mic In Orange -
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Chapter 2 2.3.13 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2 2.3.13 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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... Panel Type [HD] Allows you set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-33 Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Intel LAN...
... Panel Type [HD] Allows you set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-33 Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Intel LAN...
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... disabled. Intel LAN PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller. [Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options: ... there is an add-on card on it . [BT3 Mode] BT3 is enabled and PCIe x1_1 slot will be turned off. [Disabled] ASUS BT GO! and BT GO 3.0! Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] This item allows user to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the ...
... disabled. Intel LAN PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Realtek LAN Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller. [Enabled] Enables the Realtek LAN controller. Configuration options: ... there is an add-on card on it . [BT3 Mode] BT3 is enabled and PCIe x1_1 slot will be turned off. [Disabled] ASUS BT GO! and BT GO 3.0! Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] This item allows user to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the ...
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... Windows 7/Vista operating systems. 2. The CODEC also includes the Realtek® proprietary UAJ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for Windows XP Configuration options Set default device buttons Connector settings Exit button Minimize button Control settings...audio devices connected) Device advanced settings Information button Exit button Minimize button Control settings Analog and digital connector status B. 4.3.12 Audio configurations The Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus...
... Windows 7/Vista operating systems. 2. The CODEC also includes the Realtek® proprietary UAJ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for Windows XP Configuration options Set default device buttons Connector settings Exit button Minimize button Control settings...audio devices connected) Device advanced settings Information button Exit button Minimize button Control settings Analog and digital connector status B. 4.3.12 Audio configurations The Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus...
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.... Use the up /down arrow key to create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Are you sure you want to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for audio and video editing. 7. Use the up /down arrow key to select a drive, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. 5. The following...
.... Use the up /down arrow key to create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Are you sure you want to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for audio and video editing. 7. Use the up /down arrow key to select a drive, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. 5. The following...
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...; Help Virtual disk configurations. The capacity of the rebuilt virtual disk equals to be of a single physical disk failure in much smaller size, such as audio, video, and graphics. Yes No Press to create the RAID array, or press to configure further RAID settings. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group... the smaller physical disk included in the image below. The following warning message appears: Create Virtual Disk Do you want to Next and press . Chapter 4 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-27
...; Help Virtual disk configurations. The capacity of the rebuilt virtual disk equals to be of a single physical disk failure in much smaller size, such as audio, video, and graphics. Yes No Press to create the RAID array, or press to configure further RAID settings. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group... the smaller physical disk included in the image below. The following warning message appears: Create Virtual Disk Do you want to Next and press . Chapter 4 ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-27