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... without the express written permission of merchantability or fitness for any errors or inaccuracies that may be construed as is defaced or missing. or (2) the serial number of the product is " without intent to the implied warranties or conditions of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Specifications and information contained in this manual, including the products and software described...
... without the express written permission of merchantability or fitness for any errors or inaccuracies that may be construed as is defaced or missing. or (2) the serial number of the product is " without intent to the implied warranties or conditions of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Specifications and information contained in this manual, including the products and software described...
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... 1.2 support enabling transfer and display of the Thunderbolt™ 2 port allows you for the following ASUS motherboards: • ASUS Z87-DELUXE • ASUS Z97-DELUXE • ASUS Z97-DELUXE (NFC & WLC) Use the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card only with motherboards that supports DisplayPort 1.2 specifications. Each of 4K video files simultaneously. Use this card to other Thunderbolt-enabled devices. Welcome! Congratulations and thank you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices in a daisy-chain configuration using Thunderbolt™ cables...
... 1.2 support enabling transfer and display of the Thunderbolt™ 2 port allows you for the following ASUS motherboards: • ASUS Z87-DELUXE • ASUS Z97-DELUXE • ASUS Z97-DELUXE (NFC & WLC) Use the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card only with motherboards that supports DisplayPort 1.2 specifications. Each of 4K video files simultaneously. Use this card to other Thunderbolt-enabled devices. Welcome! Congratulations and thank you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices in a daisy-chain configuration using Thunderbolt™ cables...
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... displays of DisplayPort 1.2 monitors.** * Use the Thunderbolt™ cable to link Thunderbolt™ monitors and Thunderbolt-enabled devices in a daisy chain connection. ** Use the mini DisplayPort cable to link up to three DisplayPort 1.2 monitors in a daisy chain connection. 2 x Thunderbolt™ 2 ports for 4 channels, 20 Gb/s bi-directional per channel 1 x DisplayPort cable* 1 x mini DisplayPort cable* 1 x ASUS TB_Header cable** 1 x ASUS TB_Header converter*** 1 x Support CD**** * Provides link from TB_Header of the motherboard to the ThunderboltEX II card's TB header. *** Use...
... displays of DisplayPort 1.2 monitors.** * Use the Thunderbolt™ cable to link Thunderbolt™ monitors and Thunderbolt-enabled devices in a daisy chain connection. ** Use the mini DisplayPort cable to link up to three DisplayPort 1.2 monitors in a daisy chain connection. 2 x Thunderbolt™ 2 ports for 4 channels, 20 Gb/s bi-directional per channel 1 x DisplayPort cable* 1 x mini DisplayPort cable* 1 x ASUS TB_Header cable** 1 x ASUS TB_Header converter*** 1 x Support CD**** * Provides link from TB_Header of the motherboard to the ThunderboltEX II card's TB header. *** Use...
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ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card layout Thunderbolt™ 2 ports 1 and 2 DisplayPort IN ports 1 and 2 PCIE 2.0 interface LED indicator TB_Header Installing the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL driver We highly recommend that you install the Thunderbolt™ 2 driver first before you install the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card. To install the driver, place the Support DVD into the optical drive then follow on-screen instructions to finish the installation. 5
ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card layout Thunderbolt™ 2 ports 1 and 2 DisplayPort IN ports 1 and 2 PCIE 2.0 interface LED indicator TB_Header Installing the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL driver We highly recommend that you install the Thunderbolt™ 2 driver first before you install the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card. To install the driver, place the Support DVD into the optical drive then follow on-screen instructions to finish the installation. 5
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... the correct PCIE 2.0 slot to use, refer to the platform controller hub (PCH). Shut down your motherboard, ensure that no cables or peripherals are for the location of this user guide. • The following illustrations are blocking the PCIE 2.0 slot. 3. For supported 8 Series motherboards, connect the ASUS TB_Header cable to the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card (A) and to the section ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card layout of the LED indicator. 6 Open the chassis. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps...
... the correct PCIE 2.0 slot to use, refer to the platform controller hub (PCH). Shut down your motherboard, ensure that no cables or peripherals are for the location of this user guide. • The following illustrations are blocking the PCIE 2.0 slot. 3. For supported 8 Series motherboards, connect the ASUS TB_Header cable to the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card (A) and to the section ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card layout of the LED indicator. 6 Open the chassis. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps...
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... use the bundled TB_Header converter to connect your ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card to the section ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card layout of this user guide for the location of the TB_ Header cable to the TB_Header port on the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card. TB_Header converter TB_Header cable TB_Header converter TB_Header cable TB_Header port The TB_Header converter fits in one end of the TB_Header converter to the TB_Header cable (A) then connect the other end of the LED indicator. 7 Connect one...
... use the bundled TB_Header converter to connect your ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card to the section ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card layout of this user guide for the location of the TB_ Header cable to the TB_Header port on the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card. TB_Header converter TB_Header cable TB_Header converter TB_Header cable TB_Header port The TB_Header converter fits in one end of the TB_Header converter to the TB_Header cable (A) then connect the other end of the LED indicator. 7 Connect one...
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... devices of the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card is not bundled with the previous Thunderbolt™ technology. • For the recommended daisy-chain configurations or connections, refer to the section Connecting to the DisplayPort (B) and the mini DisplayPort (C) on the PC. 8. Turn on the motherboard's I/O port. DisplayPort cable mini DisplayPort cable Thunderbolt™ 2 connectors 6. 5. Connect the Thunderbolt™ cable from your ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card. • The two Thunderbolt™ 2 port of this user guide...
... devices of the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card is not bundled with the previous Thunderbolt™ technology. • For the recommended daisy-chain configurations or connections, refer to the section Connecting to the DisplayPort (B) and the mini DisplayPort (C) on the PC. 8. Turn on the motherboard's I/O port. DisplayPort cable mini DisplayPort cable Thunderbolt™ 2 connectors 6. 5. Connect the Thunderbolt™ cable from your ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card. • The two Thunderbolt™ 2 port of this user guide...
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...the mode to x4, the USB3_E56 and SATAExpress_E1 connectors will be disabled. Refer to the chapter BIOS setup of your motherboard's user guide for more information. ** Update the BIOS of your motherboard's user guide for more information. ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card recommended configuration Compatible ASUS motherboard models Z87-DELUXE PCIE 2.0 port on VGA card, ensure to set the BIOS item iGPU Multi Monitor to Enable. M = Maximum; Refer to the chapter BIOS setup of your ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card. When you install an add-on the motherboard (color) PCIE 2.0 mode (D = Default;
...the mode to x4, the USB3_E56 and SATAExpress_E1 connectors will be disabled. Refer to the chapter BIOS setup of your motherboard's user guide for more information. ** Update the BIOS of your motherboard's user guide for more information. ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card recommended configuration Compatible ASUS motherboard models Z87-DELUXE PCIE 2.0 port on VGA card, ensure to set the BIOS item iGPU Multi Monitor to Enable. M = Maximum; Refer to the chapter BIOS setup of your ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card. When you install an add-on the motherboard (color) PCIE 2.0 mode (D = Default;
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... external devices Before connecting any Thunderbolt-enabled devices in a daisy-chain configuration, ensure that it is equipped with one Thunderbolt™ IN port and one (1) native DisplayPort monitor Six (6) Thunderbolt™ devices + three (3) DisplayPort 1.2 displays 10 Single-port configuration You can use either of the Thunderbolt™ 2 port on the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card for a single-port configuration. Six (6) Thunderbolt™ devices Six (6) Thunderbolt™ devices + one Thunderbolt™ OUT port. Connecting to...
... external devices Before connecting any Thunderbolt-enabled devices in a daisy-chain configuration, ensure that it is equipped with one Thunderbolt™ IN port and one (1) native DisplayPort monitor Six (6) Thunderbolt™ devices + three (3) DisplayPort 1.2 displays 10 Single-port configuration You can use either of the Thunderbolt™ 2 port on the ThunderboltEX II/DUAL card for a single-port configuration. Six (6) Thunderbolt™ devices Six (6) Thunderbolt™ devices + one Thunderbolt™ OUT port. Connecting to...
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DUAL-port configuration You can refer to the following recommended daisy-chain connections for a DUAL-port configuration. Twelve (12) Thunderbolt™ devices Twelve (12) Thunderbolt™ devices + two (2) native DisplayPort monitors Twelve (12) Thunderbolt™ devices + six (6) DisplayPort 1.2 displays 11
DUAL-port configuration You can refer to the following recommended daisy-chain connections for a DUAL-port configuration. Twelve (12) Thunderbolt™ devices Twelve (12) Thunderbolt™ devices + two (2) native DisplayPort monitors Twelve (12) Thunderbolt™ devices + six (6) DisplayPort 1.2 displays 11
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..., which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with Part 15 of shielded cables for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The use of the FCC Rules. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d'Industrie Canada. Changes or modifications to this device must accept any interference...
..., which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with Part 15 of shielded cables for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The use of the FCC Rules. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d'Industrie Canada. Changes or modifications to this device must accept any interference...
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... from digital apparatus set out in municipal waste. 13 DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement Class B ITE This is used near a radio or television receiver in municipal waste. This product has been designed to the instruction manual. This symbol...
... from digital apparatus set out in municipal waste. 13 DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement Class B ITE This is used near a radio or television receiver in municipal waste. This product has been designed to the instruction manual. This symbol...
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We believe in different regions. 14 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for you to be able to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in providing solutions for protecting our environment. Please go to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
We believe in different regions. 14 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for you to be able to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in providing solutions for protecting our environment. Please go to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
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..., Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site http://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-3842-9911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510...
..., Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site http://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-3842-9911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.aspx ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510...
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...-4555 hereby declares that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : ThunderboltEX II PCI EXPRESS Card Model Number : THUNDERBOLTEX II/DUAL, THUNDERBOLTEX II Conforms to begin affixing CE marking: 2013 Signature DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539.
...-4555 hereby declares that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : ThunderboltEX II PCI EXPRESS Card Model Number : THUNDERBOLTEX II/DUAL, THUNDERBOLTEX II Conforms to begin affixing CE marking: 2013 Signature DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539.