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...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...16 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1-17 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1-24 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX ...
...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...16 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1-17 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1-24 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX ...
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... or your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by yourself. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where ...you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using , contact your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical...
... or your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by yourself. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where ...you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before using , contact your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical...
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... chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers...
... chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Detailed descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers...
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xv Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items 10 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables ASUS X99-E-10G WS motherboard 1 x 3-WAY SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS SLI® bridge connector COM port bracket 1 x 4-WAY SLI bridge connector 1 x RGB LED extension cable User Manual Support DVD User...
xv Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items 10 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables ASUS X99-E-10G WS motherboard 1 x 3-WAY SLI bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ASUS SLI® bridge connector COM port bracket 1 x 4-WAY SLI bridge connector 1 x RGB LED extension cable User Manual Support DVD User...
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xvi Installation tools and components Intel® LGA2011-v3 CPU Intel® LGA2011-v3 compatible CPU Fan PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xvi Installation tools and components Intel® LGA2011-v3 CPU Intel® LGA2011-v3 compatible CPU Fan PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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M.2* and U.2 Support This motherboard features the M.2 slot and U.2 connector, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-1 Intel® X99 Express Chipset Intel® X99 Express Chipset is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the... DisplayPort, resulting to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of pixels for Intel® Core™ i7 X-Series / i7 processors This motherboard supports Intel® Core™ i7 X-Series / i7 processors in the LGA2011-v3 package. Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction ...
M.2* and U.2 Support This motherboard features the M.2 slot and U.2 connector, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-1 Intel® X99 Express Chipset Intel® X99 Express Chipset is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the... DisplayPort, resulting to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of pixels for Intel® Core™ i7 X-Series / i7 processors This motherboard supports Intel® Core™ i7 X-Series / i7 processors in the LGA2011-v3 package. Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction ...
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And ASUS-exclusive USB 3.1 Boost technology automatically accelerates USB 3.1 performance even further! 1.1.2 Other special features DTS Connect To get the most out of your audio entertainment across ... through your existing USB devices, and you'll be all new reversible socket for any-way-up to a home theater system. Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB 3.1 connectivity built in with your system's speakers and headphones while monitoring and balancing the loudness level difference between digital audio formats...
And ASUS-exclusive USB 3.1 Boost technology automatically accelerates USB 3.1 performance even further! 1.1.2 Other special features DTS Connect To get the most out of your audio entertainment across ... through your existing USB devices, and you'll be all new reversible socket for any-way-up to a home theater system. Complete USB 3.1 integration This motherboard has the latest USB 3.1 connectivity built in with your system's speakers and headphones while monitoring and balancing the loudness level difference between digital audio formats...
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... ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-3 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before... avoid damaging them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
... ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-3 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before... avoid damaging them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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...to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011-v3 socket designed for Intel® Core™ i7 X-Series / i7...the LGA2011-v3 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the...
...to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011-v3 socket designed for Intel® Core™ i7 X-Series / i7...the LGA2011-v3 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the...
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A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-7 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight (8) DDR 4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-7 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. 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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...the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is not the JEDEC memory standard. The system maps the total size of ...the same version or data code (D/C) from a memory module. For effective use a more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that the DIMM fan fits ...
...the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • Always install the DIMMS with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is not the JEDEC memory standard. The system maps the total size of ...the same version or data code (D/C) from a memory module. For effective use a more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that the DIMM fan fits ...
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Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_5 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_6 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_7 slot ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_5 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_6 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_7 slot ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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... x8 x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
... x8 x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
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... - - - PCIEX16_5 shared - - - Intel® SATA Controller 2 - - shared - - - - - shared - shared - - - Intel® SATA Controller 1 - shared - Intel® xHCI - - - - E F G H - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PCIEX16_6 shared - - - HD Audio - - - - IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D PCIEX16_1 shared - - - shared - Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-11 Intel® LAN1 (x550) shared - - - shared - -
... - - - PCIEX16_5 shared - - - Intel® SATA Controller 2 - - shared - - - - - shared - shared - - - Intel® SATA Controller 1 - shared - Intel® xHCI - - - - E F G H - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PCIEX16_6 shared - - - HD Audio - - - - IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D PCIEX16_1 shared - - - shared - Chapter 1 ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-11 Intel® LAN1 (x550) shared - - - shared - -
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This is plugged to reboot the system. Power-on button (PWR_SW) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually ...) Press the reset button to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2.
This is plugged to reboot the system. Power-on button (PWR_SW) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually ...) Press the reset button to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2.
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button lights continuously, press the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-13 Chapter 1 It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning...the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. function. 3. MemOK! button to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. System will appear during POST stage and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! function. ...
button lights continuously, press the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. ASUS X99-E-10G WS 1-13 Chapter 1 It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to boot after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning...the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. function. 3. MemOK! button to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. System will appear during POST stage and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! function. ...
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If an error is found, the LED flashes until the problem is solved. 4. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) The DRAM LED checks DRAM during motherboard booting process. 3. Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update.
If an error is found, the LED flashes until the problem is solved. 4. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) The DRAM LED checks DRAM during motherboard booting process. 3. Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) The BIOS Flashback LED flashes when you press the BIOS Flashback button for BIOS update.
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... 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X99 chipset. Chapter 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before ...not support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology and RAID configuration. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel® X99 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA6G_34, SATA6G_56, SATA6G_78, SATA6G_910) These connectors connect to the manual bundled in the...
... 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X99 chipset. Chapter 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • Before ...not support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology and RAID configuration. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel® X99 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA6G_34, SATA6G_56, SATA6G_78, SATA6G_910) These connectors connect to the manual bundled in the...