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... and non-ECC, un-buffered memory - Quad channel memory architecture * Please refer to www.asus.com for details. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Wi-Fi & Bluetooth USB AMD SocketTR4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ processors * Refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for the CPU support...
... and non-ECC, un-buffered memory - Quad channel memory architecture * Please refer to www.asus.com for details. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Wi-Fi & Bluetooth USB AMD SocketTR4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ processors * Refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for the CPU support...
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The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ processors. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a SocketTR4 designed for the SocketTR4 socket. STRIX X399-E GAMING ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING CPU SocketTR4 The SocketTR4 has a different pinout design. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ processors. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a SocketTR4 designed for the SocketTR4 socket. STRIX X399-E GAMING ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING CPU SocketTR4 The SocketTR4 has a different pinout design. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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Chapter 1 AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors VGA Configuration PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Single VGA SLI™/CFX 3-Way SLI™/CFX PCIe x16_1 x16 x16 x16 PCIe x8_2 N/A N/A N/A PCIe x16_3 N/A x16 x16 PCIe x8_4 N/A N/A x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1 AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors VGA Configuration PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Single VGA SLI™/CFX 3-Way SLI™/CFX PCIe x16_1 x16 x16 x16 PCIe x8_2 N/A N/A N/A PCIe x16_3 N/A x16 x16 PCIe x8_4 N/A N/A x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction