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... off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change...
... off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change...
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... 1-13 1-17 1-31 1-30 1-32 1-12 1-11 1-24 1-26 1-22 1-25 1-21 1-20 1-30 1-28 1-29 1-28 1-33 1-16 1-9 1-9 1-18 1-29 1-22 1-14 1-13 1-35 ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-3 Aura Addressable RGB header (4-pin ADD_HEADER) 4. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 6-pin EATX12V3) 5. Aura RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 29...
... 1-13 1-17 1-31 1-30 1-32 1-12 1-11 1-24 1-26 1-22 1-25 1-21 1-20 1-30 1-28 1-29 1-28 1-33 1-16 1-9 1-9 1-18 1-29 1-22 1-14 1-13 1-35 ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-3 Aura Addressable RGB header (4-pin ADD_HEADER) 4. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 6-pin EATX12V3) 5. Aura RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 29...
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Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight (8) DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (6-core or above) ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-5 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module.
Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight (8) DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (6-core or above) ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-5 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 module.
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1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIEX16_1 slot PCIEX16_2 slot PCIEX4_1 slot PCIEX16_3 slot PCIEX16_4 slot ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 Slot Description PCIEX16_1 slot PCIEX16_2 slot PCIEX4_1 slot PCIEX16_3 slot PCIEX16_4 slot ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-9 Chapter 1 28-Lane CPUs VGA / PCIe configuration PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX16_3 PCIEX16_4 16-Lane CPUs VGA / PCIe configuration PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX16_3 PCIEX16_4 PCIe 3.0 operating mode ...
ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-9 Chapter 1 28-Lane CPUs VGA / PCIe configuration PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX16_3 PCIEX16_4 16-Lane CPUs VGA / PCIe configuration PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX16_3 PCIEX16_4 PCIe 3.0 operating mode ...
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...the DRAM_LED starts blinking. A message will begin automatic memory compatibility tuning and reboot for the system to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the... when each timing set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to boot and load the BIOS default settings. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-11 If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot up when the DIMM is tested. button does not function under Windows®...
...the DRAM_LED starts blinking. A message will begin automatic memory compatibility tuning and reboot for the system to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the... when each timing set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to boot and load the BIOS default settings. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-11 If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot up when the DIMM is tested. button does not function under Windows®...
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CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to pins 2-3. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-13 To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. DDR4 thermal event setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1) These jumpers allow you to pins 1-2. 2. Chapter 1 1.1.7 Jumpers 1. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to enable or disable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event pin.
CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to pins 2-3. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-13 To go back to its default CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed CPU. DDR4 thermal event setting (3-pin DIMMTRIP1) These jumpers allow you to pins 1-2. 2. Chapter 1 1.1.7 Jumpers 1. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to enable or disable DDR4 DIMM thermal sensing event pin.
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Chapter 1 ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-15 Baseboard Management Controller setting (3-pin BMC_EN1) (for WS X299 PRO/SE only) This jumper allows you to avoid system fan control and hardware monitor error. Ensure to set this BMC jumper to enabled to enable (default) or disable on-board BMC. 5.
Chapter 1 ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-15 Baseboard Management Controller setting (3-pin BMC_EN1) (for WS X299 PRO/SE only) This jumper allows you to avoid system fan control and hardware monitor error. Ensure to set this BMC jumper to enabled to enable (default) or disable on-board BMC. 5.
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... case to case. • Please refer to the Q-Code table in error on the server is pressed or when triggered by a system management software. Chapter 1 4. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-17
... case to case. • Please refer to the Q-Code table in error on the server is pressed or when triggered by a system management software. Chapter 1 4. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-17
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... I /O module cable to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you to 10 Gbps. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-19 We recommend that supports HD Audio. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. Chapter 1 2.
... I /O module cable to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you to 10 Gbps. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-19 We recommend that supports HD Audio. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. Chapter 1 2.
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This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-21 Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1 5.
This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB78) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-21 Doing so will damage the motherboard! Chapter 1 5.
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Chapter 1 8. VROC_KEY connector (4-pin VROC_HW_KEY) This connector allows you to connect a KEY module to enable CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe. The KEY module is purchased separately. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-23 VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) (for WS X299 PRO/SE only) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. 7.
Chapter 1 8. VROC_KEY connector (4-pin VROC_HW_KEY) This connector allows you to connect a KEY module to enable CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe. The KEY module is purchased separately. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-23 VGA connector (16-1 pin VGA_HDR1) (for WS X299 PRO/SE only) This connector supports the VGA High Dynamic-Range interface. 7.
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This connector may be disabled depending on the model. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1) (for the message LED cable that connects to indicate an abnormal event occurrence. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-25 Message LED (2-pin MLED) This 2-pin connector is controlled by the BMC to the front message LED. The message LED is for WS X299 PRO/SE only) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. 1. Chapter 1 10.
This connector may be disabled depending on the model. System panel connector (20-1 pin PANEL1) (for the message LED cable that connects to indicate an abnormal event occurrence. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-25 Message LED (2-pin MLED) This 2-pin connector is controlled by the BMC to the front message LED. The message LED is for WS X299 PRO/SE only) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. 1. Chapter 1 10.
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...LOCATORBTN) This connector is for the locator LED1 and LED2 on the front panel. Connect the Locator LED cables to these 2-pin connector. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-27 The LEDs will light up when the Locator button is pressed. 4. Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB) This connector is ...panel SMB, locator LED and switch, chassis intrusion, and LAN LEDs. 1. Chapter 1 12. Auxiliary panel connector (20-2 pin AUX_PANEL1) (for WS X299 PRO/SE only) This connector is for the front panel SMBus cable. 2. LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED) These connectors are for the locator ...
...LOCATORBTN) This connector is for the locator LED1 and LED2 on the front panel. Connect the Locator LED cables to these 2-pin connector. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-27 The LEDs will light up when the Locator button is pressed. 4. Front panel SMB (6-1 pin FPSMB) This connector is ...panel SMB, locator LED and switch, chassis intrusion, and LAN LEDs. 1. Chapter 1 12. Auxiliary panel connector (20-2 pin AUX_PANEL1) (for WS X299 PRO/SE only) This connector is for the front panel SMBus cable. 2. LAN activity LED (2-pin LAN1_LED, LAN2_LED) These connectors are for the locator ...
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... other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface. Chapter 1 14. Power supply is required to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Please contact ASUS if your need further support 15. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to meet PMBus specification and customized... (COM) port. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is purchased separately. Power Supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1) This connector allows you enable the ASUS ASMB9. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-29
... other SMBus devices using the SMBus interface. Chapter 1 14. Power supply is required to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Please contact ASUS if your need further support 15. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to meet PMBus specification and customized... (COM) port. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is purchased separately. Power Supply SMBus connector (5-pin PSUSMB1) This connector allows you enable the ASUS ASMB9. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-29
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The U.2 connector shares bandwidth with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. Adjust the BIOS settings to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with the M.2_2 socket . 18. Chapter 1 19. 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 WS X299 PRO Series 1-31
The U.2 connector shares bandwidth with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. Adjust the BIOS settings to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with the M.2_2 socket . 18. Chapter 1 19. 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 WS X299 PRO Series 1-31
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ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-33 Chapter 1 21. Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard's component to detect its temperature. The thermal sensor is for WS X299 PRO only) This connector is purchased separately. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) (for the thermistor cable that monitors the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard.
ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-33 Chapter 1 21. Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard's component to detect its temperature. The thermal sensor is for WS X299 PRO only) This connector is purchased separately. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) (for the thermistor cable that monitors the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard.
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... you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-35 23. Chapter 1 The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with the 5V header on the motherboard. •...
... you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 1-35 23. Chapter 1 The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with the 5V header on the motherboard. •...
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Chapter 2 ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 2-1 The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in opening/ closing the double latch. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 The diagrams in this manual. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this section are the same for reference only. CPU installation Please note the order in place and the hatch properly sealed down.
Chapter 2 ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 2-1 The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in opening/ closing the double latch. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 The diagrams in this manual. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this section are the same for reference only. CPU installation Please note the order in place and the hatch properly sealed down.
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2.1.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 2-3
2.1.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ASUS WS X299 PRO Series 2-3
