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... may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P9X79 LE motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in your package with different models. Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you...
... may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P9X79 LE motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in your package with different models. Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you...
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...digital voltage regulator modules (VRMs), including an all -new digital controller now allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning in diverse situations. ASUS P9X79 LE 1-3 Best in addition to CPU voltage control. System performance can adjust CPU and DRAM PWM voltages and frequencies for increased ... efficiency, stability and performance. Third generation Dual Intelligent Processors with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Increased CPU and DRAM overclocking range With programmable digital controllers onboard, users can also be customized with specific ...
...digital voltage regulator modules (VRMs), including an all -new digital controller now allows ultra-precise DRAM tuning in diverse situations. ASUS P9X79 LE 1-3 Best in addition to CPU voltage control. System performance can adjust CPU and DRAM PWM voltages and frequencies for increased ... efficiency, stability and performance. Third generation Dual Intelligent Processors with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Increased CPU and DRAM overclocking range With programmable digital controllers onboard, users can also be customized with specific ...
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... New F3 Shortcut for complete insight. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your DIY experience. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - It also natively supports fully-utilized hard drives larger ...ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for most accessed info - Quick and easy info for accessing memory info, detecting faulty DIMMs and helping with elegant design. ASUS P9X79 LE...
... New F3 Shortcut for complete insight. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your DIY experience. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - It also natively supports fully-utilized hard drives larger ...ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for most accessed info - Quick and easy info for accessing memory info, detecting faulty DIMMs and helping with elegant design. ASUS P9X79 LE...
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... severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug...
... severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug...
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...) 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-5 2-29 2-4 2-27 2-17 2-25 2-22 2-23 2-19 2-21 2-28 2-30 2-25 2-24 2-19 2-26 2-18 2-28 2-26 Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-3 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 7. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 14. CPU, CPU OPT, Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) 5. BIOS Flashback...
...) 11. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-5 2-29 2-4 2-27 2-17 2-25 2-22 2-23 2-19 2-21 2-28 2-30 2-25 2-24 2-19 2-26 2-18 2-28 2-26 Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-3 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 7. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 14. CPU, CPU OPT, Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) 5. BIOS Flashback...
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Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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...• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1800 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 ... • • • • • • • 8 DIMM • • • • • • ASUS P9X79 LE 2-9 Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Size SS/ DS AX3U1866GC2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS AX3U1866GC4G9B(XMP) 4GB DS CMT32GX3M4X1866C9 (Ver3.23)(XMP) 32GB DS...
...• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1800 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 ... • • • • • • • 8 DIMM • • • • • • ASUS P9X79 LE 2-9 Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Size SS/ DS AX3U1866GC2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS AX3U1866GC4G9B(XMP) 4GB DS CMT32GX3M4X1866C9 (Ver3.23)(XMP) 32GB DS...
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... mode PCIe x16_1 PCIe x16_2 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) N/A Dual VGA/PCIe card x16 x16 Triple VGA/PCIe card x16 x16 PCIe x16_3 N/A N/A x8 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-15 triple at x16/x16/x8 mode) 5 PCI slot 1 6 PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot (at x16; dual at x16/x16; dual at x16/x16; Chapter 2 Slot No...
... mode PCIe x16_1 PCIe x16_2 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) N/A Dual VGA/PCIe card x16 x16 Triple VGA/PCIe card x16 x16 PCIe x16_3 N/A N/A x8 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-15 triple at x16/x16/x8 mode) 5 PCI slot 1 6 PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot (at x16; dual at x16/x16; dual at x16/x16; Chapter 2 Slot No...
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...to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is tested. function. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-17 2.2.5 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches allow you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the ...8226; We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during the...
...to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is tested. function. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-17 2.2.5 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches allow you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the ...8226; We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot and load BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during the...
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Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback switch, and the BIOS is connected to a power source. Standby Power LED The Standby Power LED will light up once the system is updated automatically. Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-19 BIOS Flashback switch USB BIOS Flashback allows you to section 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback for more information about BIOS_FLBK switch. 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. 3. Refer to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system.
Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback switch, and the BIOS is connected to a power source. Standby Power LED The Standby Power LED will light up once the system is updated automatically. Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-19 BIOS Flashback switch USB BIOS Flashback allows you to section 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback for more information about BIOS_FLBK switch. 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. 3. Refer to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system.
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... computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-21 After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to enable C.P.R. You...
... computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-21 After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to enable C.P.R. You...
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If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-23 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to the Intel SATA ports), or else ...
If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-23 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to the Intel SATA ports), or else ...
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... to 480 MBps connection speed. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-25 A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The USB 3.0 module is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and...
... to 480 MBps connection speed. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-25 A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The USB 3.0 module is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and...
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.... • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. These are not jumpers! ASUS P9X79 LE 2-27 Chapter 2 8. CPU, CPU OPT, Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow...
.... • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. These are not jumpers! ASUS P9X79 LE 2-27 Chapter 2 8. CPU, CPU OPT, Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow...
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... orientation. otherwise, the system will not boot. • Use of 450 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply... is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug; ASUS P9X79 LE 2-29 The power supply plugs are for details. Chapter 2 11.
... orientation. otherwise, the system will not boot. • Use of 450 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply... is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug; ASUS P9X79 LE 2-29 The power supply plugs are for details. Chapter 2 11.
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ASUS P9X79 LE 2-31 Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws PC chassis Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit Intel LGA 2011 CPU Intel LGA 2011 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-31 Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws PC chassis Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit Intel LGA 2011 CPU Intel LGA 2011 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS P9X79 LE 2-35
2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS P9X79 LE 2-35
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3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! ASUS P9X79 LE 2-37 Doing so can damage the motherboard.
3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! ASUS P9X79 LE 2-37 Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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2.3.9 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-41
2.3.9 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 LE 2-41
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PS/2 mouse port 2. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 7. Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 3. LAN (RJ-45) port* 5. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-43 USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 4. PS/2 keyboard port 6. External SATA port 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. External SATA port 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 11. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 12. 2.3.11 Rear panel connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1.
PS/2 mouse port 2. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 7. Audio I/O ports** * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 3. LAN (RJ-45) port* 5. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-43 USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 4. PS/2 keyboard port 6. External SATA port 10. Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. External SATA port 9. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 11. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 12. 2.3.11 Rear panel connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1.