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User Guide - Page 2
...@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as the corresponding binary/object code. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ...code will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is valid to the source code of this email address). ii
No part...
User Guide - Page 13
X99-S specifications summary
Internal I/O connectors
BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support...ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE
Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 8 / Windows® 7
ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
Specifications...
User Guide - Page 14
xiv Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items
ASUS X99-S motherboard
3 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables
1 x ASUS Q-Shield
1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit*
M.2 Bracket Support DVD
1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector
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• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• *The Q-Connector is bundled for retailer...
User Guide - Page 29
...; or SLI™ mode.
• Connect a chassis fan to x8 mode in BIOS.
Refer ...to Chapter 3 for better thermal environment.
• For a higher performance of the 3-Way configuration using the 40-LANE CPU, adjust the bandwidth of the PCIe x16_5 slot to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for more information. Chapter 1
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User Guide - Page 35
... PCIe x16_5 slot in BIOS. SLI/CFX switch
This switch allows you set the SLI/CFX switch to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the SLI/CFX LEDs.
• When using a 40-LANE CPU, the lighted LED for 2-WAY or 3-WAY graphics card installation.
Refer to 3-WAY mode or 4-WAY mode. ASUS X99-S
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Chapter 1 When...
User Guide - Page 42
... started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option...
User Guide - Page 45
... an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97].
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS X99-S
1-29 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased...
User Guide - Page 46
The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.
• Ensure to install the related driver to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized ... an installed USB 3.0 module, you to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the
operating system's setting. • These USB 3.0 ports support native...
User Guide - Page 65
... and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Chapter 2
BIOS Flashback button
USB BIOS Flashback port
6. This may have risks. Follow the onscreen instructions to automatically download the latest BIOS version.
4.
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In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error.
For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup...
User Guide - Page 67
Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your USB 3.0 devices.
• Due to the design of the Intel® 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to wake up
then ...Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out
Chapter 2
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2-13 • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI mode or EHCI mode, depending on the operating system's setting.
• USB 3.0 devices can only ...
User Guide - Page 73
...for this user manual refers to ensure optimal performance. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3
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The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS.
Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input.
Chapter 3: BIOS setup
BIOS setup
3.1 Knowing BIOS
3
The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is...
User Guide - Page 105
... combined with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]
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Hyper-Threading [ALL] [Enabled] This item allows you to boot even without support for logical processor threads.
3.6.1 CPU Configuration
The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. The thermal monitor includes TM1 (Thermal monitor 1), TM2 (Thermal monitor...
User Guide - Page 133
... enable it. To update the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a
USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4. Go to the Tool menu to select
ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. Carefully follow the instructions in Windows® environment. 2. Chapter 3
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User Guide - Page 135
... allows you to enter BIOS Setup to a USB flash drive.
Chapter 3
ASUS X99-S
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reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 automatically. 4.
Before updating BIOS • Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive. • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from http://support.asus.com and
save it...
User Guide - Page 137
...
[Tab] Switch [Esc] Exit
[V] Drive Info
3. Yes
No
The BIOS Backup feature is done, press to select the BIOS file and press .
4. When BIOS update is not supported due to Drives panel then select D:. Chapter 3
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2. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Press to switch...
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