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......viii Conventions used in this guide ix Typography...ix X99-E-10G WS specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-3 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-4 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-6 1.2.4 System memory 1-7 1.2.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches 1-12 1.2.7 Jumpers 1-16...
......viii Conventions used in this guide ix Typography...ix X99-E-10G WS specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Other special features 1-2 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-3 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-3 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-4 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-6 1.2.4 System memory 1-7 1.2.5 Expansion slots 1-9 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches 1-12 1.2.7 Jumpers 1-16...
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...174; Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the next page) x Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 8 x USB 3.0/2.0 Ports (4 Ports at Rear I /O (Type A and Type C) (continued on the CPU types. Intel® X99 Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB 8 x DIMM, Max. 128GB,...not Support IRST Including RAID Configuration. 2*Intel® X550-AT2 10 Gigabit LAN ports Intel® X99 Chipset - X99-E-10G WS specifications summary CPU Chipset LGA2011-v3 socket for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 7 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 Slots (Single at x16, Dual at...
...174; Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the next page) x Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - 8 x USB 3.0/2.0 Ports (4 Ports at Rear I /O (Type A and Type C) (continued on the CPU types. Intel® X99 Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN USB 8 x DIMM, Max. 128GB,...not Support IRST Including RAID Configuration. 2*Intel® X550-AT2 10 Gigabit LAN ports Intel® X99 Chipset - X99-E-10G WS specifications summary CPU Chipset LGA2011-v3 socket for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 7 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 Slots (Single at x16, Dual at...
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... Options with Fast Response Time M.2 and U.2 Onboard - The Latest Transfer Technology with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for M.2 and U.2 Special Memory O.C. EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - X99-E-10G WS specifications summary UEFI BIOS - Capability under Windows System ASUS EZ DIY Push Notice - Steam support - Compatible with the Most Fun Gaming Platform under Full Load by Minimizing the Coupling...
... Options with Fast Response Time M.2 and U.2 Onboard - The Latest Transfer Technology with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for M.2 and U.2 Special Memory O.C. EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - X99-E-10G WS specifications summary UEFI BIOS - Capability under Windows System ASUS EZ DIY Push Notice - Steam support - Compatible with the Most Fun Gaming Platform under Full Load by Minimizing the Coupling...
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... of 3D graphics, multimedia and Internet applications. Quad-Channel DDR4 2400 MHz Support The motherboard supports the quad-channel DDR4 memory that features data transfer rates of up to four times the number of pixels for 4K/UHD (ultra high definition) ...3.0) is the PCI Express bus standard that is a single chipset that enables mulit-GPU setup, giving you the full power of PCIe 2.0. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-1 It utilizes the serial point-to the operating system. * Supports PCIe mode only. Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1 ...
... of 3D graphics, multimedia and Internet applications. Quad-Channel DDR4 2400 MHz Support The motherboard supports the quad-channel DDR4 memory that features data transfer rates of up to four times the number of pixels for 4K/UHD (ultra high definition) ...3.0) is the PCI Express bus standard that is a single chipset that enables mulit-GPU setup, giving you the full power of PCIe 2.0. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-1 It utilizes the serial point-to the operating system. * Supports PCIe mode only. Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1 ...
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DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-7 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight (8) DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-7 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight (8) DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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... configuration. or D.O.C.P. settings in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. Any excess memory from a memory module. c) For more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. The system maps the total size of ...the DIMMS with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. b)...
... configuration. or D.O.C.P. settings in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. Any excess memory from a memory module. c) For more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. The system maps the total size of ...the DIMMS with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to support a full memory load (8 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. b)...
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...; We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to boot during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. It...® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-13 Chapter 1 If the system fails to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! 3. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the...
...; We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to boot during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. It...® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-13 Chapter 1 If the system fails to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! 3. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the...
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...page) Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-21 F7 F8 F9 Description Not used microcode CACHE_ENABLED PCH initialization CPU_EARLY_INIT PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started Pre-memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization Reserved for future... is loaded Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started Post-Memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization error. E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC - Q-Code table ...
...page) Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-21 F7 F8 F9 Description Not used microcode CACHE_ENABLED PCH initialization CPU_EARLY_INIT PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started Pre-memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization Reserved for future... is loaded Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started Post-Memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization error. E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC - Q-Code table ...
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... short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to let the system enter the soft...
... short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to let the system enter the soft...
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..., click Advanced Mode or press F7 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 Refer to configure the BIOS settings. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the...
..., click Advanced Mode or press F7 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 Refer to configure the BIOS settings. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to the...
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... Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 4. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel Delete all favorite items Recover to My Favorites To add BIOS items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. Select an item from the BIOS screen to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-E-10G WS...
... Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 4. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel Delete all favorite items Recover to My Favorites To add BIOS items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. Select an item from the BIOS screen to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-E-10G WS...
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The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup The configuration options for this item to set overclocking ...desired CPU internal frequency. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this section vary depending on the motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for...
The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup The configuration options for this item to set overclocking ...desired CPU internal frequency. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this section vary depending on the motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for...
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...capability. Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you set the CPU Strap to [100MHz], [125MHz], [167MHz], or [250MHz]. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [167MHz] [250MHz] The following items appear. The values range from 100MHz, this may affect... settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by the installed memory module is far away from 40.0 MHz to 500.0 MHz. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings...
...capability. Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you set the CPU Strap to [100MHz], [125MHz], [167MHz], or [250MHz]. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [167MHz] [250MHz] The following items appear. The values range from 100MHz, this may affect... settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by the installed memory module is far away from 40.0 MHz to 500.0 MHz. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings...
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... capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4000MHz] TPU [Keep Current Settings] This item allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Use the and keys to apply the optimized setting. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the DRAM ... options: [Auto] [1] - [31] DRAM RAS# to the default settings. If this menu allow you to become unstable! EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in this happens, revert to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] Chapter 3 3-20...
... capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4000MHz] TPU [Keep Current Settings] This item allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Use the and keys to apply the optimized setting. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] This item allows you to set the DRAM ... options: [Auto] [1] - [31] DRAM RAS# to the default settings. If this menu allow you to become unstable! EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in this happens, revert to CAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] Chapter 3 3-20...
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Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [19] Memory optimize Control [Auto] This item allows you to set a DRAM clock period. Receiver CMD Pre-emphasis [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.80] - [2.00] Receiver CMD De-..., CHD) [Auto] Allows you to optimize the memory control. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [1.900] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] This item allows you to set the voltage for the DRAM on the left. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Enhanced Training(CHA/CHB/CHC/CHD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 3-25
Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [19] Memory optimize Control [Auto] This item allows you to set a DRAM clock period. Receiver CMD Pre-emphasis [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.80] - [2.00] Receiver CMD De-..., CHD) [Auto] Allows you to optimize the memory control. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [1.900] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] This item allows you to set the voltage for the DRAM on the left. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Enhanced Training(CHA/CHB/CHC/CHD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 3-25
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...boot speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Attempt Fast Cold Boot [Auto] This item allows the portion of the memory reference code to be skipped when possible to configure a higher frequency for better stability. Enable DRAM SPD write to CPU loading. ... boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup The CPU working voltage decreases proportionally to enable memory SMBus programming Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] External Digi+ Power Control CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by ...
...boot speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Attempt Fast Cold Boot [Auto] This item allows the portion of the memory reference code to be skipped when possible to configure a higher frequency for better stability. Enable DRAM SPD write to CPU loading. ... boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup The CPU working voltage decreases proportionally to enable memory SMBus programming Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] External Digi+ Power Control CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by ...
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Key in a profile number from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Profile Name This item allows you update the BIOS file only coming from one to key in a profile name. Save ... then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to your USB drive. 3-66 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Chapter 3 3.9.4 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile.
Key in a profile number from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Profile Name This item allows you update the BIOS file only coming from one to key in a profile name. Save ... then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to your USB drive. 3-66 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Chapter 3 3.9.4 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile.
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4.4.7 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM and DRAM Voltage controllers. Launching DIGI+ Power Control on your computer To launch DIGI+ Power .... CPU Power Thermal Control A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enhance system stability. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 4-13 Chapter 4 These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for overclocking. CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to adjust the voltage range to a low value for reference...
4.4.7 DIGI+ Power Control ASUS DIGI+ Power Control features the revolutionary and innovative digital VRM and DRAM Voltage controllers. Launching DIGI+ Power Control on your computer To launch DIGI+ Power .... CPU Power Thermal Control A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enhance system stability. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 4-13 Chapter 4 These controllers offers ultra-precise memory and voltage tuning for overclocking. CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to adjust the voltage range to a low value for reference...
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Viewing the CPU information Click the CPU tab to view the motherboard's information. Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: Software Support Viewing the motherboard information Click the MB tab to view the processor's information. Launching System Information on your computer To launch System Information, click or tap on the top-right corner of the installed motherboard, CPU, and memory. 4.4.11 System Information This utility displays the detailed information and settings of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information.
Viewing the CPU information Click the CPU tab to view the motherboard's information. Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: Software Support Viewing the motherboard information Click the MB tab to view the processor's information. Launching System Information on your computer To launch System Information, click or tap on the top-right corner of the installed motherboard, CPU, and memory. 4.4.11 System Information This utility displays the detailed information and settings of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information.
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Mobo Connect screen Set Hotkey for Keyboard/ Mouse sharing Select device for Keyboard/Mouse sharing ASUS X99-E-10G WS Click to share the PC's keyboard/mouse for smart devices, or stream audio playback from your computer To launch Mobo Connect, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Mobo Connect. Viewing the SPD information Click the SPD tab to view the memory's information. 4.4.12 Mobo Connect Mobo Connect allows you to apply the settings 4-19 Chapter 4 Launching Mobo Connect on your smart device yo the PC.
Mobo Connect screen Set Hotkey for Keyboard/ Mouse sharing Select device for Keyboard/Mouse sharing ASUS X99-E-10G WS Click to share the PC's keyboard/mouse for smart devices, or stream audio playback from your computer To launch Mobo Connect, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Mobo Connect. Viewing the SPD information Click the SPD tab to view the memory's information. 4.4.12 Mobo Connect Mobo Connect allows you to apply the settings 4-19 Chapter 4 Launching Mobo Connect on your smart device yo the PC.