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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii PRIME X299-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 ... 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion card installation 2-10 2.1.9 M.2 installation 2-13 2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-14 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-15 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-16 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-16 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-18 2.4 Starting up for the first time ...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii PRIME X299-DELUXE specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 ... 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion card installation 2-10 2.1.9 M.2 installation 2-13 2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-14 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-15 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-16 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-16 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-18 2.4 Starting up for the first time ...
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Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.2.3 QFan Control 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-9 3.3 My Favorites 3-12 3.4 Main menu 3-14 3.5 Ai Tweaker... 3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-20 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-24 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-24 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-26 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-26 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-27 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-29 iv
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.2.3 QFan Control 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-9 3.3 My Favorites 3-12 3.4 Main menu 3-14 3.5 Ai Tweaker... 3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-20 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-24 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-24 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-26 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-26 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-27 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-29 iv
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Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing storage devices 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in UEFI BIOS 4-6 4.1.5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-12 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-16 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-16 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-8 v
Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing storage devices 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in UEFI BIOS 4-6 4.1.5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-12 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-16 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-16 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-8 v
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... more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. 4. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. vii... RAID configurations. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Chapter...
... more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. 4. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. vii... RAID configurations. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Chapter...
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..., front panel jack-retasking (MIC) - Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O * Due to ensure consistent performance - PRIME X299-DELUXE specifications summary Storage Audio Intel® X299 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support - 1 x M .2_1 Socket 3 with... ports** - Realtek® S1220A 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - Ready for headphone and speakers - Adjust the BIOS settings to enhance the highest quality sound for Intel® Optane™ Memory - Internal audio Amplifier to use U.2 devices. ** The ...
..., front panel jack-retasking (MIC) - Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O * Due to ensure consistent performance - PRIME X299-DELUXE specifications summary Storage Audio Intel® X299 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support - 1 x M .2_1 Socket 3 with... ports** - Realtek® S1220A 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3 - Ready for headphone and speakers - Adjust the BIOS settings to enhance the highest quality sound for Intel® Optane™ Memory - Internal audio Amplifier to use U.2 devices. ** The ...
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PRIME X299-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock Technology - AURA SYNC with ASUS LiveDash Utility Q-Design - File Transfer OLED with Addressable header control 3D Printing Friendly design Turbo LAN File Transfer - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot (continued on the next page) xi ASUS Q-Shield - DIGI+ Power Control - blistering-fast 40Gb...
PRIME X299-DELUXE specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock Technology - AURA SYNC with ASUS LiveDash Utility Q-Design - File Transfer OLED with Addressable header control 3D Printing Friendly design Turbo LAN File Transfer - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot (continued on the next page) xi ASUS Q-Shield - DIGI+ Power Control - blistering-fast 40Gb...
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xiv PRIME X299-DELUXE specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form factor 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi 802.11ad & 802.11a/b/g/n/ac module 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 2 x Intel LAN (RJ45) ports 3 x USB 3.1 ...(USB Type-C™) 4 x USB 3.0 Gen 1 ports 4 x USB 2.0 ports 8-channel Audio I/O ports 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and...
xiv PRIME X299-DELUXE specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form factor 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi 802.11ad & 802.11a/b/g/n/ac module 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 2 x Intel LAN (RJ45) ports 3 x USB 3.1 ...(USB Type-C™) 4 x USB 3.0 Gen 1 ports 4 x USB 2.0 ports 8-channel Audio I/O ports 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and...
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...compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! button to boot during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to boot after using the MemOK! System will appear during ... and reboot for the system to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the ...
...compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! button to boot during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to boot after using the MemOK! System will appear during ... and reboot for the system to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the ...
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EZ XMP switch Enable this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 1-11 Chapter 1 4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to overclocking. 5.
EZ XMP switch Enable this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 1-11 Chapter 1 4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to overclocking. 5.
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... you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X299 chipset. These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. SATA 6G_7) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA...
... you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X299 chipset. These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. SATA 6G_7) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA...
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U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with the M.2_2 socket . Adjust the BIOS settings to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. 10. Chapter 1 9. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to use U.2 devices. ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 1-25 The U.2 connector shares bandwidth with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage.
U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with the M.2_2 socket . Adjust the BIOS settings to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. 10. Chapter 1 9. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to use U.2 devices. ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 1-25 The U.2 connector shares bandwidth with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage.
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The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product Introduction M.2_2(Socket 3)) These sockets allow you to use U.2 devices. Chapter 1 11. Adjust the BIOS settings to install M.2 SSD modules. • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage ...
The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product Introduction M.2_2(Socket 3)) These sockets allow you to use U.2 devices. Chapter 1 11. Adjust the BIOS settings to install M.2 SSD modules. • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage ...
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... copy it to your computer. 5. ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 2-15 Insert a USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. • We recommend you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Chapter 2 BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port 6. This may have risks...the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. If the BIOS program is completed. Press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the...
... copy it to your computer. 5. ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 2-15 Insert a USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. • We recommend you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Chapter 2 BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port 6. This may have risks...the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. If the BIOS program is completed. Press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the...
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USB BIOS Flashback button 2. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** * and ** : Refer to ports with matching data transfer rate. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports E34 7. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ... E2_5 10. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port EC1 11. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ad, Bluetooth V4.2 ports 3. USB 2.0 ports 9-12 (bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 6. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port E2 8. Intel® LAN port (LAN2)* 4. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB...
USB BIOS Flashback button 2. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** * and ** : Refer to ports with matching data transfer rate. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports E34 7. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ... E2_5 10. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port EC1 11. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ad, Bluetooth V4.2 ports 3. USB 2.0 ports 9-12 (bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 6. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port E2 8. Intel® LAN port (LAN2)* 4. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB...
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...'s LEDs may continue to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 2-17
...'s LEDs may continue to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 2-17
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...) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to enter the BIOS Setup. Monitor b. At power on . Ensure that is ON, press the power button for more than four seconds to the power connector at the back... of the BIOS setting. 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation The system then runs the power-on test. Connect the power cord to green after the system LED turns on...
...) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to enter the BIOS Setup. Monitor b. At power on . Ensure that is ON, press the power button for more than four seconds to the power connector at the back... of the BIOS setting. 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation The system then runs the power-on test. Connect the power cord to green after the system LED turns on...
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... and options may result to ensure optimal performance. The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Inappropriate BIOS settings may vary due to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 3-1 DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on the screen during the...
... and options may result to ensure optimal performance. The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Inappropriate BIOS settings may vary due to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE Series 3-1 DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on the screen during the...
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...ASUS website for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on how to enter BIOS. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this option only if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS... your motherboard if you failed to update the BIOS or configure its routines. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to guide you...
...ASUS website for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on how to enter BIOS. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this option only if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS... your motherboard if you failed to update the BIOS or configure its routines. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to guide you...
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...devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and ...BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The default screen for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click < or > to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE...
...devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and ...BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The default screen for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click < or > to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. ASUS PRIME X299-DELUXE...
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Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. Configuration fields Pop-up Menu Menu bar Language Scroll bar MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Hot Keys Chapter 3 Menu items ... press the hotkey. To switch from EZ Mode to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode.
Refer to the following sections for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. Configuration fields Pop-up Menu Menu bar Language Scroll bar MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Hot Keys Chapter 3 Menu items ... press the hotkey. To switch from EZ Mode to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode.