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...Windows® 8 UEFI BIOS Utility - Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enable] [Disable] 次の4 Fast Boot」を[Enabled USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled USB OS 最も早くPOST Full Initialization USB POST POST Partial Initialization] POST USBポー... NumLock State On Wait for 'F1' If Error Enabled Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Setup Mode EZ Mode > CSM (Compatibility Support Module > Secure Boot Select [Enable] to normal boot. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select...
...Windows® 8 UEFI BIOS Utility - Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enable] [Disable] 次の4 Fast Boot」を[Enabled USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled USB OS 最も早くPOST Full Initialization USB POST POST Partial Initialization] POST USBポー... NumLock State On Wait for 'F1' If Error Enabled Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Setup Mode EZ Mode > CSM (Compatibility Support Module > Secure Boot Select [Enable] to normal boot. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select...
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...26178;のPS/2 Auto PS/2 NVRAM Full initial] POST時PS/2 Disabled PS/2 PS/2 UEFI BIOS Utility Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] POST Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] [Fast Boot Fast Boot ... [Go to BIOS...] [Go to BIOS Setup UEFI BIOS Utility [Disable] DirectKey DirectKey Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] ASUS [Disabled] ASUS ASUS MyLogo Full Screen Logo」を [Enabled POST Delay Time [3 sec Full Screen Lgo」を [Enabled POST UEFI BIOS Ultility...
...26178;のPS/2 Auto PS/2 NVRAM Full initial] POST時PS/2 Disabled PS/2 PS/2 UEFI BIOS Utility Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] POST Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] [Fast Boot Fast Boot ... [Go to BIOS...] [Go to BIOS Setup UEFI BIOS Utility [Disable] DirectKey DirectKey Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] ASUS [Disabled] ASUS ASUS MyLogo Full Screen Logo」を [Enabled POST Delay Time [3 sec Full Screen Lgo」を [Enabled POST UEFI BIOS Ultility...
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CSM (Compatibility Support Module) CSM (Compatibility Support Module UEFI Launch CSM [Auto] [Auto す。 [Enabled] CSM Windows® UEFI UEFI Disabled] Security Firmware UpdateとSecure Boot めにCSM 次...
CSM (Compatibility Support Module) CSM (Compatibility Support Module UEFI Launch CSM [Auto] [Auto す。 [Enabled] CSM Windows® UEFI UEFI Disabled] Security Firmware UpdateとSecure Boot めにCSM 次...
P9X79 LE User's Manual
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...the full corresponding source code we can coordinate the terms and cost of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without any problems in this information. If however you ...encounter any warranty to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as required under the Lesser General Public ...
...the full corresponding source code we can coordinate the terms and cost of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without any problems in this information. If however you ...encounter any warranty to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as required under the Lesser General Public ...
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...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 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software ...Configuraton 3-35 3.5.7 APM 3-37 3.5.8 Network Stack 3-38 3.6 Monitor menu 3-39 3.7 Boot menu 3-42 3.8 Tools menu 3-43 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-44 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-44...
...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 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software ...Configuraton 3-35 3.5.7 APM 3-37 3.5.8 Network Stack 3-38 3.6 Monitor menu 3-39 3.7 Boot menu 3-42 3.8 Tools menu 3-43 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-44 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-44...
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... Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.3.9 USB BIOS Flashback 4-15 4.3.10 Remote GO 4-17 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-28 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-29 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-31 4.4 RAID configurations 4-32 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-32 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA ... the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation....... 4-38 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 4-39 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2...
... Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.3.9 USB BIOS Flashback 4-15 4.3.10 Remote GO 4-17 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-28 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-29 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-31 4.4 RAID configurations 4-32 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-32 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA ... the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation....... 4-38 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 4-39 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2...
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...the features of the standard package. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been... added by your dealer. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. It includes description of the support DVD that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and ...
...the features of the standard package. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been... added by your dealer. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. It includes description of the support DVD that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and ...
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P9X79 LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB Audio 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list Intel® X79 Express Chipset 8 x ... - Optical S/PDIF Out port at x8 mode) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 1 x PCI slot * This motherboard is ready to www.asus.com for front panel support - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (Blue) Intel® X79 Express Chipset - 14 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board...
P9X79 LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB Audio 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list Intel® X79 Express Chipset 8 x ... - Optical S/PDIF Out port at x8 mode) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 1 x PCI slot * This motherboard is ready to www.asus.com for front panel support - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (Blue) Intel® X79 Express Chipset - 14 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board...
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... 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P9X79 LE specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS...
... 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P9X79 LE specifications summary Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS...
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... features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in 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 the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your...
... features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in 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 the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your...
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...Express slots designed to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will be applied whenever needed. The P9X79 LE affords greater convenience to support PCIe 3.0 SPEC. PCIe 3.0 provides users unprecedented data speeds, combined with the convenicnce and seamless transition offered ...as have feature PC users aiming to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of current PCIe 2.0. Whether for professional graphics work flawlessly on new ASUS X79 boards, with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights 2nd Generation Intel® Core...
...Express slots designed to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will be applied whenever needed. The P9X79 LE affords greater convenience to support PCIe 3.0 SPEC. PCIe 3.0 provides users unprecedented data speeds, combined with the convenicnce and seamless transition offered ...as have feature PC users aiming to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of current PCIe 2.0. Whether for professional graphics work flawlessly on new ASUS X79 boards, with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights 2nd Generation Intel® Core...
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...mouse. *iPad/iPhone can enter the BIOS anytime without even entering their existing BIOS or operating system. USB 3.0 Boost New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. It also allows you can send, but not receive files from...use package with the press of a button to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speeds, voltage, and sensor readings. This all exclusive ASUS features into the BIOS setup with an elegant design theme. USB 3.0 Boost provides a user-friendly graphical interface, which instantly accelerates the ...
...mouse. *iPad/iPhone can enter the BIOS anytime without even entering their existing BIOS or operating system. USB 3.0 Boost New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. It also allows you can send, but not receive files from...use package with the press of a button to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speeds, voltage, and sensor readings. This all exclusive ASUS features into the BIOS setup with an elegant design theme. USB 3.0 Boost provides a user-friendly graphical interface, which instantly accelerates the ...
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...supports fully-utilized hard drives larger than 2.2TB in the chipset and power phase areas stay lower through high efficiency heat exchange. F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for most accessed info - New F3 Shortcut for sharing UEFI setup info and troubleshooting - ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS...performance settings and drag and drop boot priorities. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS P9X79 LE 1-5 Combining usability and aesthetics, the stylish ASUS heatsink gives users an extremely silent and cool ...
...supports fully-utilized hard drives larger than 2.2TB in the chipset and power phase areas stay lower through high efficiency heat exchange. F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for most accessed info - New F3 Shortcut for sharing UEFI setup info and troubleshooting - ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS...performance settings and drag and drop boot priorities. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS P9X79 LE 1-5 Combining usability and aesthetics, the stylish ASUS heatsink gives users an extremely silent and cool ...
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...compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs or above ). Please visit www.Microsoft.com for single-channel operation. • Due to Intel® ...counts in Channel A, B, C, and D. Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel, triple-channel, or quadchannel configuration. ASUS will run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. The system maps the total size of accessing information from the higher-sized channel...
...compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs or above ). Please visit www.Microsoft.com for single-channel operation. • Due to Intel® ...counts in Channel A, B, C, and D. Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel, triple-channel, or quadchannel configuration. ASUS will run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. The system maps the total size of accessing information from the higher-sized channel...
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... F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 Voltage 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 6 8 DIMM DIMM DIMM DIMM • • P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing - - - ...support (Optional) 2 4 6 DIMM DIMM DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8 DIMM • • • • • • ASUS P9X79 LE...
... F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 Voltage 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 6 8 DIMM DIMM DIMM DIMM • • P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing - - - ...support (Optional) 2 4 6 DIMM DIMM DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8 DIMM • • • • • • ASUS P9X79 LE...
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Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 6 8 DIMM DIMM DIMM DIMM CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 4GB DS - - ( 2x 2GB ) 6-6-6-18 1.65 • • • CORSAIR CML16GX3M4X1600C8 16GB DS - - (Ver 2.12)(XMP) ( 4x 4GB ) ...
Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 6 8 DIMM DIMM DIMM DIMM CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 4GB DS - - ( 2x 2GB ) 6-6-6-18 1.65 • • • CORSAIR CML16GX3M4X1600C8 16GB DS - - (Ver 2.12)(XMP) ( 4x 4GB ) ...
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... more, Windows 32-bit operation system may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Install the modules into slots A1/B1/B2/... configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for the latest QVL. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended. • The default DIMM frequency depends on its Serial Presence...
... more, Windows 32-bit operation system may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Install the modules into slots A1/B1/B2/... configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for the latest QVL. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended. • The default DIMM frequency depends on its Serial Presence...
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...driver for X79 platform will not run. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-23 2. The Serial ATA RAID feature is set to the USB Flash Drive before using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to the Intel SATA ports), or else the ODD will NOT support Windows XP 32 bit. For details, please... Windows 7 or Vista installation for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set...
...driver for X79 platform will not run. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-23 2. The Serial ATA RAID feature is set to the USB Flash Drive before using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to the Intel SATA ports), or else the ODD will NOT support Windows XP 32 bit. For details, please... Windows 7 or Vista installation for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set...
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USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Chapter 2 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware...module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. USB1112; These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB 2.0 ...
USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Chapter 2 2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware...module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. USB1112; These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. The USB 2.0 ...
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... a front panel USB 3.0 solution. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to Intel® limitations, USB3_34connector ports run at USB 3.0 speed rate under Windows® 7 or later versions. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-25 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is purchased separately. 5. 4.
... a front panel USB 3.0 solution. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to Intel® limitations, USB3_34connector ports run at USB 3.0 speed rate under Windows® 7 or later versions. ASUS P9X79 LE 2-25 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is purchased separately. 5. 4.