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Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING specifications summary viii Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard ... 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 2-11 2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-13 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-14 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time ...
Contents Safety information...v About this guide...vi ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING specifications summary viii Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard ... 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 2-11 2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-13 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-14 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time ...
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... menu 3-16 3.8 Boot menu 3-17 3.9 Tool menu 3-18 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-18 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-19 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-20 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-20 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-20 3.10 Exit menu 3-21 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-22 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-22 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-23 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-25 Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 AMD RAID Array configurations...
... menu 3-16 3.8 Boot menu 3-17 3.9 Tool menu 3-18 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-18 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-19 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-20 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-20 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-20 3.10 Exit menu 3-21 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-22 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-22 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-23 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-25 Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 AMD RAID Array configurations...
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... 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports...
... 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports...
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ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors
ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors
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ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form factor 1 x 4-Pin W_PUMP+ connector 1 x 4-Pin M.2 fan connector 1 x 5-Pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector 1 x Q-Code ...1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x Power-on button 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x System panel connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, 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...
ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form factor 1 x 4-Pin W_PUMP+ connector 1 x 4-Pin M.2 fan connector 1 x 5-Pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector 1 x Q-Code ...1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x Power-on button 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x System panel connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, 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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... (64bit, 288-pin module) M.2_2(SOCKET3) U31G1_12 Intel I211-AT SocketTR4 ASM U31G2_EA2 U31G2_EC1 3142 6 AUDIO COV_FAN BIOS Super I/O PCIEX16_1 PCIEX4 DIGI+ EPU STRIX X399-E GAMING PCIEX8_2 ICS ASM 1480 AMD® X399 PCIEX16_3 PCIEX1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power ROG TPU 2280 2260 2242 AURA M.2_1(SOCKET3) U31G2_C1 CHA_FAN1 5 7 ASM 1543 ASM 1562 U.2 U31G1_910 6 8 9 10 11...
... (64bit, 288-pin module) M.2_2(SOCKET3) U31G1_12 Intel I211-AT SocketTR4 ASM U31G2_EA2 U31G2_EC1 3142 6 AUDIO COV_FAN BIOS Super I/O PCIEX16_1 PCIEX4 DIGI+ EPU STRIX X399-E GAMING PCIEX8_2 ICS ASM 1480 AMD® X399 PCIEX16_3 PCIEX1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power ROG TPU 2280 2260 2242 AURA M.2_1(SOCKET3) U31G2_C1 CHA_FAN1 5 7 ASM 1543 ASM 1562 U.2 U31G1_910 6 8 9 10 11...
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Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. function. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 1-9 You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off and turn ON the computer...information such as system passwords. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You must turn off is required to overclocking. Chapter 1 STRIX X399-E GAMING CLRTC PIN 1 ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with ...
Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. function. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 1-9 You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off and turn ON the computer...information such as system passwords. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You must turn off is required to overclocking. Chapter 1 STRIX X399-E GAMING CLRTC PIN 1 ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with ...
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... connect to [AHCI] by default. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD X399 chipset. STRIX X399-E GAMING ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM socket These connectors are set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. Chapter 1 1.1.8 Internal connectors 1. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to...
... connect to [AHCI] by default. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD X399 chipset. STRIX X399-E GAMING ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM socket These connectors are set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. Chapter 1 1.1.8 Internal connectors 1. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to...
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... into a solid light, this means that the BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to your local ASUS Service Center. 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation If this motherboard. 3. BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port 6. If the BIOS program is enabled. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest...
... into a solid light, this means that the BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to your local ASUS Service Center. 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation If this motherboard. 3. BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port 6. If the BIOS program is enabled. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest...
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... button 6. Optical S/PDIF Out port 5. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port EC1 4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 3, 4 3. Audio jacks** port supports USB BIOS Flashback) * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. • USB 3.1 Gen 1 / Gen 2... you connect your devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 2-15 Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and your devices. LAN (RJ-45) port* 9. Wi-Fi 802.11 ...
... button 6. Optical S/PDIF Out port 5. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ port EC1 4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 3, 4 3. Audio jacks** port supports USB BIOS Flashback) * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. • USB 3.1 Gen 1 / Gen 2... you connect your devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 2-15 Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and your devices. LAN (RJ-45) port* 9. Wi-Fi 802.11 ...
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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. Black - 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Rear Speaker Out Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear...
...'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. Black - 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In - Rear Speaker Out Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear...
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... the instructions in the following order: a. System power 6. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 2-19 External SCSI devices (starting with the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the BIOS setting. While the tests are off mode regardless of the ... . Press the power switch for the first time 1. Monitor b. Ensure that is ON, press the power button for assistance. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected ...
... the instructions in the following order: a. System power 6. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 2-19 External SCSI devices (starting with the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on the BIOS setting. While the tests are off mode regardless of the ... . Press the power switch for the first time 1. Monitor b. Ensure that is ON, press the power button for assistance. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected ...
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.... Chapter 3 ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may vary due to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Please refer to the latest BIOS version for this user manual refers to different BIOS release versions. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with UEFI architecture... that are needed for system startup in this motherboard. • BIOS settings and options may result to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as...
.... Chapter 3 ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may vary due to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Please refer to the latest BIOS version for this user manual refers to different BIOS release versions. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with UEFI architecture... that are needed for system startup in this motherboard. • BIOS settings and options may result to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as...
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...Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. Please visit ASUS website for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: ...8226; Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on how to ensure system compatibility and stability. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to guide you in using the ...
...Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey. Please visit ASUS website for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: ...8226; Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on how to ensure system compatibility and stability. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to guide you in using the ...
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Refer to switch EZ System Tuning modes Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Displays the CPU/motherboard ...an overview of the selected mode. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Click the button to manually tune the... device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 3-3
Refer to switch EZ System Tuning modes Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Displays the CPU/motherboard ...an overview of the selected mode. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Click the button to manually tune the... device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 3-3
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...from EZ Mode to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Pop-up Menu Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Configuration fields Menu bar Language Scroll bar MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Hot Keys Chapter 3 Menu items General ...help Last modified settings Go back to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following sections for the detailed configurations.
...from EZ Mode to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Pop-up Menu Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Configuration fields Menu bar Language Scroll bar MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Hot Keys Chapter 3 Menu items General ...help Last modified settings Go back to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the following sections for the detailed configurations.
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.... Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in your BIOS screen. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for your system. It also allows you want to your fans. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 3-5 Use this button to select the language that you to RAID mode... and press . Language This button above the menu bar allows you can select for more information. Menu bar The menu bar on top of your BIOS. Refer to MyFavorites menu.
.... Q-Fan Control (F6) This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in your BIOS screen. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for your system. It also allows you want to your fans. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 3-5 Use this button to select the language that you to RAID mode... and press . Language This button above the menu bar allows you can select for more information. Menu bar The menu bar on top of your BIOS. Refer to MyFavorites menu.
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... capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display a list of options. Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this QR code on the right side of the field opposite the item. General help At the bottom of the menu screen is a brief description of the ASUS support website.... A configurable field is not user-configurable. Configuration fields These fields show a QR code, scan this button to show the values for the BIOS setup program. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on your mobile device to ...
... capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display a list of options. Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this QR code on the right side of the field opposite the item. General help At the bottom of the menu screen is a brief description of the ASUS support website.... A configurable field is not user-configurable. Configuration fields These fields show a QR code, scan this button to show the values for the BIOS setup program. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on your mobile device to ...
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Chapter 3 Speed points To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans' operating speed. Click and drag the speed points to their best settings. 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to adjust the fans' operating speed. 3.
Chapter 3 Speed points To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans' operating speed. Click and drag the speed points to their best settings. 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to adjust the fans' operating speed. 3.
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from the BIOS screen to start OC Tuning: 1. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. 3. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 3-9 After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to open 2. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. OC Tuning To start the OC Tuning. Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I'm not sure, then click Next. 4.
from the BIOS screen to start OC Tuning: 1. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. 3. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX X399-E GAMING 3-9 After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to open 2. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. OC Tuning To start the OC Tuning. Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I'm not sure, then click Next. 4.