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Contents Contents...iii Notices...vii Safety information ix About this guide x P9X79 WS specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS features 1-4 1.3.4 Other special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.4 System memory 2-5 2.2.5 Expansion slots 2-7 2.2.6 ...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...vii Safety information ix About this guide x P9X79 WS specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS features 1-4 1.3.4 Other special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.4 System memory 2-5 2.2.5 Expansion slots 2-7 2.2.6 ...
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DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in our products at ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/ REACH.htm. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and ... as well as the packaging materials. We believe in providing solutions for you to be placed in different regions. viii ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to enable proper reuse of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the ...
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in our products at ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/ REACH.htm. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and ... as well as the packaging materials. We believe in providing solutions for you to be placed in different regions. viii ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to enable proper reuse of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the ...
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... the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that your retailer. If you are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you...
... the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that your retailer. If you are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you...
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... Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS .... 1. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the...
... Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS .... 1. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the...
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Please refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list Intel® X79 Express Chipset 8 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2133(O. Quad@x8/x8/x8/ x8; Triple@x16/x8/x8) 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (White@x4 speed) * This motherboard is subject to the physical characteristics of individual ...controllers - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 4 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (dual@x16/x16; P9X79 WS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor family for the LGA...
Please refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list Intel® X79 Express Chipset 8 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2133(O. Quad@x8/x8/x8/ x8; Triple@x16/x8/x8) 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 slot (White@x4 speed) * This motherboard is subject to the physical characteristics of individual ...controllers - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 4 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (dual@x16/x16; P9X79 WS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor family for the LGA...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
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... latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. ASUS P9X79 WS 1-1 Before you for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P9X79 WS 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 + 1-port eSATA3.0 module 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s power cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x COM...
... latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. ASUS P9X79 WS 1-1 Before you for the following items. Motherboard I/O modules Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P9X79 WS 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 + 1-port eSATA3.0 module 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s power cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x COM...
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... the latest single-chipset design that features data transfer rates of the most future-proof technology. * This motherboard is ready to meet the higher bandwidth requirements ofthe latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications... Product highlights Intel® Socket 2011 for 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition This motherboard supports the latest Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 Processor Extreme in LGA2011 package, with memory and PCI... convenicnce and seamless transition offered by utilizing serial point-to www.asus.
... the latest single-chipset design that features data transfer rates of the most future-proof technology. * This motherboard is ready to meet the higher bandwidth requirements ofthe latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications... Product highlights Intel® Socket 2011 for 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition This motherboard supports the latest Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 Processor Extreme in LGA2011 package, with memory and PCI... convenicnce and seamless transition offered by utilizing serial point-to www.asus.
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...utilization, less package drop rate, wide driver supported. Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support! The motherboard features the most reliable graphics performance ever. P9X79 WS brings you 've never experienced before! WS 3-color LED At a glance workstation overclocking status with enhanced scalability, faster data ... Best graphics performance for both the front and rear panel - 4USB 3.0 ports in multiple GPU configurations. ASUS P9X79 WS 1-3 The P9X79 WS affords greater convenience to understand color coding. Built-in mechanical, architectural, interior design, aeronautics, audio and...
...utilization, less package drop rate, wide driver supported. Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support! The motherboard features the most reliable graphics performance ever. P9X79 WS brings you 've never experienced before! WS 3-color LED At a glance workstation overclocking status with enhanced scalability, faster data ... Best graphics performance for both the front and rear panel - 4USB 3.0 ports in multiple GPU configurations. ASUS P9X79 WS 1-3 The P9X79 WS affords greater convenience to understand color coding. Built-in mechanical, architectural, interior design, aeronautics, audio and...
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...breaking off unexpectedly. System performance can adjust CPU and DRAM PWM voltages and frequencies for better efficiency, stability and performance. LED Diag. P9X79 WS with two digital voltage regulator modules (VRMs), including an all-new DRAM controller that allows ultra-precise memory tuning in addition to ...can also be customized with specific CPU and DRAM power controls, including new VCCSA load line calibration for both CPU and DRAM ASUS X79 motherboards include New DIGI+ Power Control with this unique design provides a convenient and safe way to CPU voltage control. Quick Gate ...
...breaking off unexpectedly. System performance can adjust CPU and DRAM PWM voltages and frequencies for better efficiency, stability and performance. LED Diag. P9X79 WS with two digital voltage regulator modules (VRMs), including an all-new DRAM controller that allows ultra-precise memory tuning in addition to ...can also be customized with specific CPU and DRAM power controls, including new VCCSA load line calibration for both CPU and DRAM ASUS X79 motherboards include New DIGI+ Power Control with this unique design provides a convenient and safe way to CPU voltage control. Quick Gate ...
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... all -inone software offers diverse and easy to use . This all exclusive ASUS features into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through Auto Tuning and TurboVfunctions. ASUS P9X79 WS 1-5 Harness a combination of SSD-like performance and response and hard drive capacity... performance with no rebooting needed and instant activation for frequently accessed data. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. At 3X faster, this motherboard has adopted a brand new digital 8-phase VRM power design. EPU Tap into one click, no capacity limitations as a cache ...
... all -inone software offers diverse and easy to use . This all exclusive ASUS features into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through Auto Tuning and TurboVfunctions. ASUS P9X79 WS 1-5 Harness a combination of SSD-like performance and response and hard drive capacity... performance with no rebooting needed and instant activation for frequently accessed data. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. At 3X faster, this motherboard has adopted a brand new digital 8-phase VRM power design. EPU Tap into one click, no capacity limitations as a cache ...
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... DIMMs and helping with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. ASUS P9X79 WS 1-7 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up and simplify the DIY process...
... DIMMs and helping with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. ASUS P9X79 WS 1-7 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up and simplify the DIY process...
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... features DTS UltraPC II DTS UltraPC II delivers exceptional 7.1 surround through the most out of audio files. ErP Ready The motherboard is in regards to a home theater system.DTS Interactive is capable of performing multi-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal...This is 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 environmentfriendly and energy-efficient products through high and low frequency equalization. DTS Neo:PC™ upmixes stereo sources (CDs, ...
... features DTS UltraPC II DTS UltraPC II delivers exceptional 7.1 surround through the most out of audio files. ErP Ready The motherboard is in regards to a home theater system.DTS Interactive is capable of performing multi-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal...This is 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 environmentfriendly and energy-efficient products through high and low frequency equalization. DTS Neo:PC™ upmixes stereo sources (CDs, ...
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It Chapter 2: includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
It Chapter 2: includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-30 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-46 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-47 ASUS P9X79 WS
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-30 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-46 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-47 ASUS P9X79 WS
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ASUS P9X79 WS 2-1 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 antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard ... such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that ...
ASUS P9X79 WS 2-1 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 antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard ... such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that ...
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.9 Internal Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.9 Internal Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...8226; Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011 socket designed for the 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only ...if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP...
...8226; Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011 socket designed for the 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only ...if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP...
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DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. ® ® Recommended memory configurations ASUS P9X79 WS 2-5 2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. 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. ® ® Recommended memory configurations ASUS P9X79 WS 2-5 2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.