ASUS P9X79 User Manual

P9X79
DELUXE

Motherboard

E8036

Revised Edition V3
January 2013

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Contents

Contents ...................................................................................................................... iii

Notices .......................................................................................................................vi

Safety information ...................................................................................................... ix

About this guide .......................................................................................................... x

P9X79 DELUXE specications summary ................................................................ xii

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome! ....................................................................................................1-1

1.2 Package contents.......................................................................................1-1

1.3 Special features..........................................................................................1-2

1.3.1 Product highlights........................................................................1-2

1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control .... 1-3

1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ........................................................... 1-4

1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ..................................................... 1-5

1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY .............................................................................. 1-5

1.3.6 Other special features ................................................................. 1-6

Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.1 Before you proceed ...................................................................................2-1

2.2 Motherboard overview ............................................................................... 2-2

2.2.1 Motherboard layout ..................................................................... 2-2

2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................2-4

2.2.3 System memory .......................................................................... 2-5

2.2.4 Expansion slots ......................................................................... 2-14

2.2.5 Onboard switches .....................................................................2-16

2.2.6 Onboard LEDs ..........................................................................2-20

2.2.7 Internal connectors....................................................................2-26

2.3 Building your computer system .............................................................2-36

2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system ............ 2-36

2.3.2 CPU installation.........................................................................2-37

2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation ............................. 2-39

2.3.4 DIMM installation.......................................................................2-40

2.3.5 Motherboard installation ............................................................ 2-41

2.3.6 ATX Power connection .............................................................. 2-43

2.3.7 SATA device connection ............................................................ 2-44

2.3.8 Front I/O Connector ..................................................................2-45

2.3.9 Expansion Card installation.......................................................2-46

2.3.10 Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Module Installation ...................................2-47

2.3.11 USB BIOS Flashback ................................................................ 2-49

2.3.12 Rear panel connection ..............................................................2-50

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2.3.13 Audio I/O connections ............................................................... 2-52

2.4 Starting up for the rst time .................................................................... 2-54

2.5 Turning off the computer ......................................................................... 2-54

Chapter 3: BIOS setup

3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................3-1

3.2 BIOS setup program ..................................................................................3-1

3.2.1 EZ Mode......................................................................................3-2

3.2.2 Advanced Mode .......................................................................... 3-3

3.3 Main menu ..................................................................................................3-5

3.4 Ai Tweaker menu ........................................................................................ 3-7

3.4.1 DRAM Timing Control ...............................................................3-10

3.4.2 DIGI+ Power Control ..................................................... 3-19

3.4.3 CPU Performance Settings ....................................................... 3-22

3.5 Advanced menu .......................................................................................3-26

3.5.1 CPU Configuration .................................................................... 3-27

3.5.2 CPU Power Management Configuration ................................... 3-28

3.5.3 PCH Configuration .................................................................... 3-29

3.5.4 SATA Configuration ................................................................... 3-29

3.5.5 USB Configuration ....................................................................3-32

3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuraton ................................................. 3-33

3.5.7 APM ..........................................................................................3-36

3.6 Monitor menu ...........................................................................................3-37

3.7 Boot menu ................................................................................................3-40

3.8 Tools menu ............................................................................................... 3-42

3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............................................................ 3-42

3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information .................................................3-43

3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ..................................................................... 3-44

3.8.4 ASUS Drive Xpert .....................................................................3-45

3.9 Exit menu .................................................................................................. 3-46

3.10 Updating BIOS .......................................................................................... 3-47

3.10.1 ASUS Update utility...................................................................3-47

3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ............................................................. 3-50

3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility................................................. 3-51

3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ................................................................. 3-52

Chapter 4: Software support

4.1 Installing an operating system .................................................................4-1

4.2 Support DVD information .......................................................................... 4-1

4.2.1 Running the support DVD ........................................................... 4-1

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4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals..................................................4-2

4.3 Software information .................................................................................4-3

4.3.1 AI Suite II.....................................................................................4-3

4.3.2 TurboV EVO ................................................................................ 4-4

4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control ...................................................................4-8

4.3.4 EPU ........................................................................................... 4-10

4.3.5 FAN Xpert+ ............................................................................... 4-11

4.3.6 Sensor Recorder ....................................................................... 4-12

4.3.7 Probe II......................................................................................4-13

4.3.8 BT GO! (Supports BT GO 3.0!) .................................................4-14

4.3.9 USB 3.0 Boost...........................................................................4-15

4.3.10 ASUS SSD Caching .................................................................. 4-16

4.3.11 ASUS Update ............................................................................ 4-17

4.3.11 MyLogo2 ...................................................................................4-18

4.3.12 Audio configurations..................................................................4-20

4.4 RAID congurations ................................................................................4-21

4.4.1 RAID definitions ........................................................................4-21

4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks .................................................4-22

4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS .................................................. 4-22

4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ................4-22

4.4.5 Marvell RAID utility .................................................................... 4-26

4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk.....................................................................4-30

4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ................ 4-30

4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® .................................. 4-30

4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation ...... 4-31

4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive ................................................... 4-32

Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support

5.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology ..............................................................5-1

5.1.1 Requirements .............................................................................. 5-1

5.1.2 Before you begin ......................................................................... 5-1

5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards ...............................5-2

5.1.4 Installing the device drivers ......................................................... 5-3

5.1.5 Enabling the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology ............................. 5-3

5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology ......................................................................... 5-4

5.2.1 Requirements .............................................................................. 5-4

5.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards ......................................5-4

5.2.3 Installing the device drivers ......................................................... 5-5

5.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology ..................................... 5-5

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Notices

CE: European Community Compliance Statement

The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council
Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to
electromagnetic fields (0–300 GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive.

FCC: Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

•

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required
to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.

Wireless Radio Use

This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency
band.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy

The radiated output power of the Wi-Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits. Nevertheless, it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner
that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance

The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant.

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IC: Canadian Compliance Statement

Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS
210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian
interference-causing equipment regulations.

This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

Cut appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le
fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et

(2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer
un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement

This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment
regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.

BSMI: Taiwan Wireless Statement

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VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement

VCCI Class B Statement

KC: Korea Warning Statement

KC (RF Equipment)

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

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DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.

Safety information

Electrical safety

• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet
before relocating the system.

• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables
for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.

• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.

• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.

• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.

• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.

• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.

• Place the product on a stable surface.

• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

• Chapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports.

• Chapter 2: Hardware information

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when
installing system components. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and
connectors on the motherboard.

• Chapter 3: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

• Chapter 4: Software support

This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the
motherboard package and the software.

• Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support

This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple AMD® CrossFireX™ and
NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards.

Where to nd more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.

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Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to

complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to

complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Typography

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italic

s Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means

that you must press the enclosed key.that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.Return key.

<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key

names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del>

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P9X79 DELUXE specications summary

CPU 2nd Generation Intel® Core ™ i7 processor family for the LGA

Chipset

Memory 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) /

Expansion slots

Multi-GPU support

Storage Intel® X79 Express Chipset

LAN Dual Gigabit LAN controllers—802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet

Bluetooth & Wireless Data
Network

Audio

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2011 Socket
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
* The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on CPU

types.

** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list

Intel® X79 Express Chipset

1866/ 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered
memory
Quad channel memory architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory

module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as
default.

** Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of

individual CPUs. Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM
per channel. Please refer to Memory QVL for details.

*** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory

QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).

3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (Dual at x16/ x16 mode; Triple at
x16/ x8/ x8 mode)mode)
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (PCIe x16_3 at x8 mode)
2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots
* This motherboard is ready to support PCIe 3.0 SPEC. Functions

will be available when using PCIe 3.0-compliant devices. Please
refer to www.asus.com for updated details.

Supports NVIDIA® 3-Way SLI™ Technology3-Way SLI™ Technology SLI™ Technology
Supports AMD® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology

- 2 x SATA 6 Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support

- 4 x SATA 3 Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support

Marvell® 9128 controller

- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s ports

ASMedia® 1061 SATA controller

- 2 x Power eSATA 6Gb/s ports

(EEE) appliance
Intel® 82579V Gigabit LAN—Dual interconnect between the
Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY)
Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller

BT GO 3.0!

- Bluetooth v3.0 + HS (Bluetooth v2.1+EDR &
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n)

- ASUS BT GO ! Utility

Realtek® ALC898 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC

- Absolute Pitch 192khz / 24bit True BD Lossless Sound

- BD Audio Layer Content Protection

- DTS UltraPC II

- DTS Connect

- Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-Streaming and

Front Panel Jack-Retasking

- Optical S/PDIF Out port at back I/O

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USB 3 x ASMedia® USB 3.0 controllers

ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3

- 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support

- 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel
with 1 additional VIA SuperSpeed USB hub controller

Intel® X79 Express Chipset

- 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
(8 ports at midboard; 4 ports at back panel)

with New DIGI+ Power Control:

CPU Power

- Industry leading Digital 16+4 Phase Power Design

- ASUS CPU Power Utility

DRAM Power

- Industry leading Digital 2+2 Phase Power Design

- ASUS DRAM Power Utility

ASUS TPU

- Auto Tuning, TurboV, TPU switch

ASUS EPU

- EPU, EPU switch

ASUS BT GO!

- Folder Sync, BT Transfer, Shot & Send, BT to Net,
Music Player, Personal Manager, BT Turbo Remote

ASUS Exclusive Features:

- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user
interface

- ASUS SSD Caching

- BT GO 3.0!

- USB 3.0 Boost

- Front Panel USB 3.0 Support

- MemOK!

- AI Suite II

- Ai Charger

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:

- ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution

- ASUS Fan Xpert+

ASUS EZ DIY:

- USB BIOS Flashback

- ASUS O.C. Profile

- ASUS MyLogo 2

- Percision Tweaker 2

- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

- ASUS EZ Flash 2

- Multi-language BIOS

ASUS Q-Design:

- ASUS Q-Code

- ASUS Q-Shield

- ASUS Q-Slot

- ASUS Q-DIMM

- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)

- ASUS Q-Connector

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P9X79 DELUXE specications summary

ASUS exclusive
overclocking features

Back panel I/O ports

Internal I/O connectors

BIOS features

Manageability

Support DVD contents Drivers

Precision Tweaker 2:

- vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment

- vTTCPU: Adjustable I/O voltage at 0.00625V increment

- vCCSA: 255-step system agent voltage control

- vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control

- vPCH: 96-step Chipset voltage control

- vCPU_PLL: 48-step CPU & PCH PLL voltage control

SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection):

- BCLK/PEG frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at

0.1MHz increment

Overclocking Protection:

- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)

6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue)
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (white port can be switched to USB BIOS
Flashback)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback button
1 x Bluetooth v3.0 + HS module (Bluetooth v2.1 module
& Wi-Fi antenna port)
2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports (1 x Intel® LAN)
1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port
2 x Power eSATA 6Gb/s ports (green)
8-channel Audio I/O

1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin)
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 8 USB ports
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin)
1 x CPU Optional Fan connector (4-pin)
4 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin)
1 x Power-on switch
1 x Reset switch
1 x Bluetooth v3.0 + HS header
Front panel audio connector
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x Clear CMOS switch
24-pin EATX Power connector
8-pin EATX 12V Power connector
System Panel (Q-Connector)
1 x MemOK! button
1 x EPU switch
1 x TPU switch

64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0,
SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS,
ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE

ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)

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Accessories

Form factor

*Specications are subject to change without notice.

4 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables
4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables
2 in 1 Q-connector
1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI bridge
1 x ASUS SLI bridge connector
1 x Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Module
1 x Wi-Fi Ring Moving Antenna
I/O Shield
User’s Manual

ATX form factor: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)

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Chapter 1

User Manual

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for buying an ASUS® P9X79 DELUXE motherboard!

The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another
standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!

Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in
your package with the list below.

1.2 Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

Chapter 1

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE

motherboard

4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield

1 x ASUS 3-Way SLI™ bridge

connector

1 x Wi-Fi Ring Moving

Antenna

• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may
vary with different models.

User guide Support DVD

1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge

connector

1 x Bluetooth v3.0 + HS

Module

1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 1-1

1.3 Special features

1.3.1 Product highlights

Chapter 1

2nd Generation Intel® Core ™ i7 Processor Family for the LGA 2011 Socket

This motherboard supports the latest 2nd Generation IntelIntel® Core™ i7 Processor Family forCore™ i7 Processor Family for
the LGA 2011 Socket, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to quad-channel
(8 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 40 PCI Express 3.0 lanes. This provides great graphics
performance. 2nd Generation IntelIntel® Core™ i7 Processor Family for the LGA 2011 Socket isCore™ i7 Processor Family for the LGA 2011 Socket is
one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.

Intel® X79 Express Chipset

The Intel® X79 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design that supports the new
2nd Generation IntelIntel® Core™ i7 Processor Family for the LGA2011 Socket. It improvesCore™ i7 Processor Family for the LGA2011 Socket. It improves

performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing for increased bandwidth and
stability. Additionally, the X79 comes with 2 SATA 6Gb/s and 4 SATA 3Gb/s ports for faster
data retrieval, doubling the bandwidth of current bus systems.

3-Way SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support

Both SLI and CrossfireX architectures work flawlessly on new ASUS X79 boards, with PCI
Express slots designed to accommodate the power of up to four current graphics cards.
Whether for professional graphics work, heavy duty multimedia or dedicated gaming, more
than ample graphics power can be applied whenever needed.

Quad-Channel DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz Support

The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2400(O.
C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of
the latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The quad­channel DDR3 architecture quadruple the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system
performance.

* Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600
MHz frequency as default.

Complete USB 3.0 Integration

ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel – 8 USB 3.0
ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster
than USB 2.0. The P9X79 DELUXE affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity.

Front Panel USB 3.0 Support

ASUS provides standardized USB 3.0 front panel support which is compatible with any
chassis. Enjoy faster throughput of USB 3.0 without relegating cables or hard-to-reach rear
I/O.

Extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s Support

The Intel® X79 Express Chipset natively supports the next-generation Serial ATA (SATA)
interface, delivering up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus
systems.

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PCIe 3.0 Ready

The latest PCI Express bus standard delivers improved encoding for twice the performance
of current PCIe 2.0. Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double
the 16GB/s of PCIe 2.0 (in x16 mode). PCIe 3.0 provides users unprecedented data speeds,
combined with the convenicnce and seamless transition offered by complete backward
compatibility with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. It is a must-have feature PC users aiming
to improve and optimize graphics performance, as well as have the latest, most future-proof
technology.

* This motherboard is ready to support PCIe 3.0 SPEC. Functions will be available when using PCIe

3.0-compliant devices. Please refer to www.asus.com for updated details.

1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control

The world’s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips

- TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). Third generation
Dual Intelligent Processors with New DIGI+ Power Control include two digital voltage
regulator modules (VRMs). An all-new digital controller now allows ultra-precise DRAM
tuning in addition to CPU voltage control. This evolution of innovative and industry-leading
ASUS technology provides super-accurate voltage tuning for better efficiency, stability and
performance.

New DIGI+ Power Control

All-New Digital Power Control for both CPU and DRAM

ASUS X79 motherboards include New DIGI+ Power Control with two digital voltage regulator
modules (VRMs), including an all-new DRAM controller that allows ultra-precise memory
tuning in addition to CPU voltage control. This evolution of innovative, industry-leading ASUS
technology provides super-accurate voltages for better efficiency, stability and performance.

Best in class power efciency and stability
Two critical components work perfectly together to match digital power signal (SVID) requests
from the CPU, with ultra-fast sensing and response to efficiently deliver the right level of
power on demand. Accurate power reduces wasteful imprecision, and provides more stable
CPU Vcore voltages.

Increased CPU and DRAM overclocking range
With programmable digital controllers onboard, users can adjust CPU and DRAM PWM
voltages and frequencies for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through
UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. System performance can also be
customized with specific CPU and DRAM power controls, including new VCCSA load line
calibration for increased voltage range, greater VCCSA current capability, and up to 30%
more capacitance. This proprietary design, with its precise yet flexible power adjustments,
increases overclocking headroom to push performance to its full potential.

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TPU

Unleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU
chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and TurboV
functions. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast,
yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies
and ratios for optimized performance in diverse situations.

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EPU

Tap into the world’s first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or

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AI Suite II utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current
PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise
and extends component longevity.

1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features

ASUS SSD Caching

SSD caching from ASUS is easier than ever. At 3X faster, this feature boosts system
performance by using an installed SSD with no capacity limitations as a cache for frequently
accessed data. Harness a combination of SSD-like performance and response and hard
drive capacity with just one click, no rebooting needed and instant activation for complete
ease of use.

BT GO 3.0!

Onboard Bluetooth v3.0 + HS module enables smart connectivity to Bluetooth and wireless
devices with no additional adapter, and peer-to-peer communications with no central
access points. Faster than previous versions thanks to 802.11 b/g/n, it lets you enjoy the
convenience and faster transfer rates of Wi-Fi on desktops. ASUS BT GO 3.0! includes seven
special functions, so users can sync and transfer files between PC and mobile devices, and
even use them as a remote to play music and other content on PC. All are fully accessible
through the exclusive user friendly ASUS interface.

USB BIOS Flashback

USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to flash the BIOS ever! It allows
overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily, without even entering their existing BIOS or
operating system. Just plug in USB storage and push the dedicated button for 3 seconds,
and the BIOS is automatically flashed using standby power. Worry-free overclocking for the
ultimate convenience!

USB 3.0 Boost

New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the
latest USB 3.0 standard. With USB 3.0 Boost, USB device transmission speed is significantly
increased by up to 170%, adding to an already impressively fast USB 3.0 transfer speed.
USB 3.0 Boost provides a user-friendly graphical interface, which instantly accelerates the
transfer speeds for USB 3.0 peripherals with exclusive ASUS device auto-detect settings.

AI Suite II

With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all exclusive ASUS features
into one simple-to-use package with an elegant design theme. It allows users to supervise
overclocking, energy management, fan speeds, voltage, and sensor readings. This all-in­one software offers diverse and easy to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth
between different utilities.

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MemOK!

MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool
requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines failsafe
settings and dramatically improves your system boot success.

1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution

ASUS Fanless Design—Heat-pipe solution

The ASUS heat-pipe features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC
environment. Not only does the stylish shape upgrade the visual enjoyment for motherboard
users, the heat-pipe design also lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase
area through high efficient heat-exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the
ASUS heat-pipe will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with an elegant
appearance!

DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. Doing so may bend the tubing and affect the
heat dissipation performance.

ASUS Fan Xpert+

Hardware-level ASUS Fan Xpert+ allows users to independently adjust both CPU and case
fan speeds with multiple dedicated controllers based on different ambient temperatures,
climate conditions and system loads. Built-in profiles offer flexible automatic and manual fan
speed controls to achieve a quiet and cool computing environment.

1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY

ASUS UEFI BIOS

ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable
modes, providing a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only
controls. It also natively supports fully-utilized hard drives larger than 2.2TB in 64-bit
operating systems.

ASUS exclusive interface
EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed info. Users can choose system performance settings
and drag and drop boot priorities. Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes
detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for complete insight.

New upgrade! Quick and easy info for enhanced system control

- F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for sharing UEFI setup info and troubleshooting

- New F3 Shortcut for most accessed info

- ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Information for accessing memory info,
detecting faulty DIMMs and helping with difficult POST situations.

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ASUS Q-Design

ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-LED, Q-Slot, Q-Code and Q-DIMM
design speed up and simplify the DIY process!

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ASUS Q-Shield

The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it
convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your

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motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference
(EMI).

ASUS Q-Connector

ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables
to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system
panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections.

ASUS EZ-Flash 2

ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a
bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.

1.3.6 Other special features

Power eSATA 6Gb/s Ready

Powered eSATA 6Gb/s combines data and power connectivity. Users enjoy 2X faster transfer
rates, and can use external SATA 6Gb/s devices with no additional power adapters. ASUS
provides two extra ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the
bandwidth of current bus systems for extra speed and accessibility.

* Power eSATA requires a special designed signal cable to provide 5V power for the external SATA

device. The cable is purchased separately.

DTS UltraPC II

DTS UltraPC II delivers exceptional 7.1 surround through the most popular PC audio setups

- your existing stereo speakers or headphones. In addition to virtual surround, it upgrades
original sound to new levels with Audio Restoration, recreating the dynamic range of audio
files. Symmetry mode improves the balance of perceived loudness across different input
sources and Enhance boosts audio quality through high and low frequency equalization. With
these technologies, users experience better home theater audio with ease.

DTS Connect

To get the most out of your audio entertainment across all formats and quality levels, DTS
Connect combines two enabling technologies. DTS Neo:PC™ upmixes stereo sources (CDs,
MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into as many as 7.1 channels of incredible surround sound.
Consumers can then connect their PC to a home theater system.DTS Interactive is capable
of performing multi-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal computers, and sending
encoded bitstreams out of a digital audio connection (such as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to
deliver audio to an external decoder.

ErP Ready

The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires
products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions.
This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products
through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus
mitigate environmental impacts.

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Chapter 2: Hardware information

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 handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due
to static electricity.

• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the
bag that came with the component.

• Before 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. Failure to do so
may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

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2.2 Motherboard overview

Marvell

9128

2.2.1 Motherboard layout

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2.2.7 Internal connectors

Refer to
information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.

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2.3.12 Rear panel connection

and

for more

Layout contents

Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page

1. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-5

2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-33

3. LGA2011 CPU socket 2-4

4. CPU, CPU OPT, Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,
4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4)

5. MemOK! switch 2-17

6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_78) 2-29

7. Intel® X79 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors
(7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])

8. Intel® X79 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
(7-pin SATA3G_3–6 [blue])

9. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors

(7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [gray])

10. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 2-35

11. EPU switch 2-19

12. TPU switch 2-18

13. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112,

USB1314)

14 Clear CMOS switch 2-18

15. Reset switch 2-16

16. Power-on switch 2-16

17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-33

18. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-31

19. Q-Code LED (LED1, LED2) 2-22

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2-26

2-27

2-28

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2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011 socket designed for the 2nd
Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Family.

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Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.

• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and
the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap
is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.

• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the
LGA2011 socket.

• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP
cap.

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2.2.3 System memory

The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules
(DIMM) slots.

A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR
or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.

Recommended memory congurations

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Memory congurations

You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered, and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the
DIMM sockets.

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• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, B, C, and D. The system maps
the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel, triple-channel, or quad­channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then
mapped for single-channel operation.

• Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3
2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default.

• According to Intel® spec, the max. 64GB memory capacity can be supported with
DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on
the market.

• According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect
the CPU.

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we
recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB
or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be
about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the
following:

- Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS.

- Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the

motherboard. However, there are differences in memory support specifications on
64-bit Windows OS. For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us.

• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less
(Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB).

• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a
lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked
or at a higher frequency, refer to section
frequency adjustment.

• For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full
memory load (4 DIMMs or above) or overclocking condition.

3.4 Ai Tweaker menu

for manual memory

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P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2400 MHz capability

Chip
NO.

Timing

2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM

Part No.

Vendors

G.SKILL F3-19200CL9D-4GBPIS(XMP) 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - 9-11-9-28 1.65 • •

TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 2GB DS - - - 1.65 • •

Transcend

Size SS/

Chip
Brand

DS

Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)

P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2200 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)

GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 8GB ( 2x

KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KHA(XMP) 4 G ( 2x

KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 4GB ( 2x

DS - - 9-11-9-28 1.65 • •

4GB )

DS - - - 1.5~1.7 • •

2G )

DS Kingmax N/A - - • •

2GB )

2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM

P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2133 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)

A-DATA 8154A 1044(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.55-1.75 • • •
A-DATA AX3U2133C2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-11-9-27 1.55~1.75 • • •
A-DATA AX3U2133GC2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.55-1.75 •
Apacer 78.BAGE4.AFD0C(XMP) 8GB ( 2x

CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A2133C9(XMP) 4GB ( 2x

CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(Ver7

.1)(XMP)

G.SKILL F3-17000CL9Q-16GBXLD(XMP) 16GB (

G.SKILL F3-17066CL9D-8GBPID(XMP) 8GB ( 2x

GEIL GE34GB2133C9DC(XMP) 4GB(2 x

KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K2/

4GX(XMP)

KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3W1K2/

4GX(XMP)

KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3X2K2/

4GX(XMP)

KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3X2K2/

4GX(XMP)

KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4/

8GX(XMP)

Patriot PVV34G2133C9K(XMP) 4GB ( 2x

DS - - 9-9-9-24 - • •

4GB )

DS - - 9-10-9-24 1.65 •

2GB )
4GB ( 2x

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • •

2GB )

DS - - 9-11-9-28 1.65 • • • •

4x 4GB )

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • •

4GB )

DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.65 • •

2GB)
4GB ( 2x

DS - - - 1.65 •

2GB )
4GB ( 2x

DS - - 9 1.65 • • •

2GB )
4GB ( 2x

DS - - 9 1.65 • •

2GB )
4GB ( 2x

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • •

2GB )
8GB ( 4x

DS - - 9 1.65 • •

2GB )

DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • •

2GB )

2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM

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P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2000 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)

A-DATA AX3U2000GB2G9B(XMP) 2GB DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.55~1.75 • • •
A-DATA AX3U2000GC4G9B(XMP) 4GB DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.55~1.75 • • •
Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB(3 x

CORSAIR

G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBRH(XMP) 4GB(2 x

G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) 4GB(2 x

G.SKILL F3-16000CL9T-6GBPS(XMP) 6GB(3 x

GEIL GUP34GB2000C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x

KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/

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KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K2/

KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K2/

KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K2/

KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/

KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3/

KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K3/

Kingston KHX2000C9AD3W1K3/

OCZ OCZ3B2000LV6GK 6GB(3 x

Transcend TX2000KLN-8GK

AEXEA AXA3ES2G2000LG28V(XMP) 2GB DS - - - 1.65 • • •
AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V(XMP) 4GB ( 2x

Gingle FA3URSS673A801A 2GB DS - - 9-9-9-24 - • •
Patriot PX7312G2000ELK(XMP) 12GB

Patriot PV736G2000ELK(XMP) 6GB ( 3x

Patriot PVT36G2000LLK(XMP) 6GB(3 x

Silicon Power SP002GBLYU200S02(XMP) 2GB DS - - - - • • • •
Team TXD32048M2000C9(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • •
Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-20 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • •
Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 1.6 • • • •

CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP)

3GX(XMP)

4GX(XMP)

4GX(XMP)

4GX(XMP)

6GX(XMP)

6GX(XMP)

6GX(XMP)

6GX(XMP)

(388375)(XMP)

2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM

DS - - 9-9-9-27 - • • •

2GB)
6GB ( 3x

2GB )

2GB)

2GB)

2GB)

2GB )
3GB ( 3x

1GB )
4GB ( 2x

2GB )
4GB ( 2x

2GB )
4GB ( 2x

2GB )
6GB ( 3x

2GB )
6GB ( 3x

2GB )
6GB ( 3x

2GB )
6GB ( 3x

2GB )

2GB)
4GB DS - - - 1.6 • • • •

2GB )

( 3x
4GB )

2GB )

2GB)

- -

DS

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • •

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • •

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 •

DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.65 • •

SS -

DS - - 9 1.65 • • • •

DS - - 9 1.65 •

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • •

DS - - 9 1.65 • •

DS - - - 1.65 • •

DS - - 9 1.65 •

DS - - 9 1.65 •

DS - - 7-8-7 1.65 •

DS - - - 1.65 • • •

DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.65 • • • •

DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65 • • •

DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65 •

- -

8-9-8-24

1.65 •

1.65

• •

•

•

•

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