ASUS Prime X299 Edition 30 Service Manual

PRIME X299 EDITION 30

Motherboard

E15930

Revised Edition V2

September 2019

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Contents

Safety information......................................................................................................	vi
About this guide.........................................................................................................	vii
PRIME X299 EDITION 30 specifications summary..................................................	ix
Package contents.....................................................................................................	xvi
Installation tools and components.........................................................................	xvii

Chapter 1:		Product Introduction
1.1	Before you proceed....................................................................................		1-1
1.2	Motherboard layout....................................................................................		1-2
1.3	Central Processing Unit (CPU)..................................................................		1-4
1.4	System memory..........................................................................................		1-5
1.5	Expansion slots..........................................................................................		1-7
1.6	Onboard buttons.........................................................................................		1-9
1.7	Onboard Jumpers.....................................................................................		1-11
1.8	Onboard LEDs...........................................................................................		1-12
1.9	Internal connectors..................................................................................		1-14

Chapter 2:		Basic Installation
2.1	Building your PC system...........................................................................		2-1
	2.1.1	CPU installation...........................................................................	2-1
	2.1.2	Cooling system installation..........................................................	2-4
	2.1.3	Motherboard installation..............................................................	2-6
	2.1.4	DIMM installation.........................................................................	2-7
	2.1.5	ATX power connection.................................................................	2-8
	2.1.6	SATA device connection..............................................................	2-9
	2.1.7	Front I/O connector....................................................................	2-10
	2.1.8	Expansion card installation........................................................	2-11
	2.1.9	M.2 installation...........................................................................	2-13
	2.1.10	Wi-Fi antenna installation..........................................................	2-14
	2.1.11	Thunderbolt™ 3 monitor connection..........................................	2-15
2.2	BIOS update utility....................................................................................		2-16
2.3	Motherboard rear and audio connections..............................................		2-18
	2.3.1	Rear I/O connection...................................................................	2-18
	2.3.2	Audio I/O connections................................................................	2-20
2.4	Starting up for the first time....................................................................		2-22
2.5	Turning off the computer.........................................................................		2-22

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Chapter 3:		BIOS Setup
3.1	Knowing BIOS.............................................................................................		3-1
3.2	BIOS setup program...................................................................................		3-2
	3.2.1	EZ Mode......................................................................................	3-3
	3.2.2	Advanced Mode...........................................................................	3-4
	3.2.3	QFan Control...............................................................................	3-8
	3.2.4	AI OC Guide..............................................................................	3-10
	3.2.5	EZ Tuning Wizard......................................................................	3-11
3.3	My Favorites..............................................................................................		3-13
3.4	Main menu.................................................................................................		3-15
3.5	Ai Tweaker menu......................................................................................		3-15
3.6	Advanced menu........................................................................................		3-17
	3.6.1	CPU Configuration.....................................................................	3-17
	3.6.2	Platform Misc Configuration.......................................................	3-17
	3.6.3	System Agent (SA) Configuration..............................................	3-17
	3.6.4	PCH Configuration.....................................................................	3-18
	3.6.5	PCH Storage Configuration.......................................................	3-18
	3.6.6	CPU Storage Configuration.......................................................	3-19
	3.6.7	Onboard Devices Configuration.................................................	3-19
	3.6.8	APM Configuration.....................................................................	3-20
	3.6.9	Network Stack Configuration.....................................................	3-20
	3.6.10	HDD/SSD SMART Information..................................................	3-20
	3.6.11	USB Configuration.....................................................................	3-20
	3.6.12	Thunderbolt(TM) Configuration..................................................	3-21
	3.6.13	PCH-FW Configuration..............................................................	3-21
3.7	Monitor menu............................................................................................		3-21
3.8	Boot menu.................................................................................................		3-21
3.9	Tool menu..................................................................................................		3-23
	3.9.1	ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility.............................................................	3-23
	3.9.2	Secure Erase.............................................................................	3-24
	3.9.3	ASUS SPD Information..............................................................	3-25
	3.9.4	Graphics Card Information.........................................................	3-25

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3.10	Exit menu...................................................................................................		3-26
3.11	Updating BIOS..........................................................................................		3-27
	3.11.1	EZ Update..................................................................................	3-27
	3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3.......................................................................		3-28
	3.11.3	ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3..........................................................	3-30

Chapter 4:		RAID Support
4.1	RAID configurations...................................................................................		4-1
	4.1.1	RAID definitions...........................................................................	4-1
Appendix
Q-Code table.............................................................................................................			A-1
Notices	.....................................................................................................................		A-5
ASUS contact information....................................................................................			A-12

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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.

•Your motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 0°C and 40°C.

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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. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

•Chapter 2: Basic Installation

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.

•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: RAID Support

This chapter describes the RAID configurations.

Where to find more information

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

1.ASUS website

The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products.

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.
Italics	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.
	Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
	Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3>	If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
	names are linked with a plus sign (+).

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PRIME X299 EDITION 30 specifications summary

		Optimized for Intel® Core™ X-Series 10000 Processor Family,
		Intel® Core™ X-Series Processors Family (6-core above) on LGA
		2066 Socket*
	CPU	Supports Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel® VROC)
		Supports 14nm CPU
		Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0**
		* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list.
		** The support of these features depends on the CPU types.
	Chipset	Intel® X299 Chipset
		Intel® Core™ i9 10000 X-Series CPU
		- 8 x DIMM, max. 256GB, DDR4 4266+(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) /
		4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3800(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) /
		3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3300(O.C.) / 3200(O.C.) /
		3000(O.C.) / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, non-ECC,
		un-buffered memory*
		Intel® Core™ i9 9000/7000 and i7 9000/7000 X-Series CPU
		- 8 x DIMM, max. 256GB DDR4
		4266(O.C.)* / 4133(O.C.)* / 4000(O.C.)* / 3600(O.C.)* / 3400(O.C.)*
	Memory	/ 3333(O.C.)* / 3300(O.C.)* / 3200(O.C.)* / 3000(O.C.)* /
		2800(O.C.)* / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered
		memory
		- Quad channel memory architecture
		Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
		* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of
		individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List)
		for details.
		* If you are using a DIMM with a higher supported frequency than the
		CPU BCLK frequency, please enter BIOS and go to Ai Tweaker > DRAM
		Frequency and set it to the memory frequency of your DIMM. Please
		refer to BIOS Setup section for more information on navigating BIOS.
		48-Lane CPU (Intel® Core™ i9 10000 X-Series CPU)
		3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (single@x16, dual@x16/x16, triple@x16/
		x16/x8 mode)
		2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 slots (compatible with PCIe x1 devices)*
		44-Lane CPU (Intel® Core™ i9 9000/7000 and i7 9000 X-Series
		CPU)
		3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (single@x16, dual@x16/x16, triple@x16/
	Expansion Slots	x16/x8 mode)
		2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 slots (compatible with PCIe x1 devices)*
		28-Lane CPU (Intel® Core™ i7 7000 X-Series CPU)
		2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slots (single@x16, dual@x16/x8 mode)**
		2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 slots (compatible with PCIe x1 devices)*
		* PCIEX1_1 shares bandwidth with Wi-Fi E Key. PCIEX1_1 is disabled
		by default. PCIEX1_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_7. PCIEX1_2 is
		disabled by default.
		** PCIEX16_3 will be disable when using 28-lane CPU.
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		Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way & 3-Way/Quad-GPU SLI® Technology
	Multi-GPU support	Supports AMD 2-Way & 3-Way/Quad-GPU CrossFireX™
		Technology*
		* This support depends on the CPU types and VGA cards
		Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 Controller:
		- 2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 ports (Type-C™) support DisplayPort
	VGA	and Thunderbolt™ video outputs
		- Supports DisplayPort 1.4 with max. resolution 7680x3840@60Hz*
		* VGA resolution support depends on VGA cards’ resolution.
		Intel® Core™ i9 10000 X-Series Processors support with Intel®
		Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC)
		- 1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110
		storage devices support (PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)
		- 1 x M.2_3 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110
		storage devices support (PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)
		Intel® Core™ i9 9000/7000 and i7 9000/7000 X-Series Processors
		support with Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU(VROC)
		- 1 x M.2_3 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110
		storage devices support (PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)
		Intel® X299 Chipset supports with Intel® Rapid Storage
	Storage	Technology (RAID 0, 1, 5, 10)
		- 1 x M.2_2 Socket 3 with vertical M Key, type
		2242/2260/2280/22110 (both SATA & PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)*
		- 1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110
		storage devices support (PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)**
		- 8 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports***
		- The M.2 PCIe mode source from X299 Chipset supports Intel®
		Optane Memory
		* The M.2_2 socket shares bandwidth with SATA6G_1 port when using
		M.2 SATA devices.
		** The M.2_1 PCIe mode source is from X299 Chipset when using 44 and
		28-lane CPU.
		*** The SATA6G_7 shares bandwidth with PCIEX1_2.
	OLED	2-inch OLED panel for system information
		ASUS LiveDash Utility in Armoury Crate
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PRIME X299 EDITION 30 specifications summary

		Realtek® S1220A 8-channel high definition audio CODEC
		featuring Crystal Sound 3
		- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
		- High quality 120dB SNR stereo playback output and 113dB SNR
		recording input
		- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for
		headphone and speakers
		- Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure
		consistent performance
		- Unique de-pop circuit to reduce start-up popping noise to audio
		outputs
	Audio	- Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver
		equal quality
		- Audio shielding ensures precise analog/digital separation and
		greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
		- Premium Japan-made audio capacitors
		- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback*
		- Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming, front panel
		jack-retasking (MIC)
		- Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O
		Audio Features:
		- DTS:X® Ultra
		* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for
		8-Channel audio. 32-Bit/192kHz is only available under Windows®10.
		2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 ports (USB Type-C™)
		- Data transfer rate up to 40 Gbps in Thunderbolt™ 3 devices, up to
	Thunderbolt™ 3	10 Gbps in USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices
		- Up to 5V/3A, 15W charging support
		- Daisy-chain up to 12 Thunderbolt™ 3 devices (Each port is up to
		6 devices)
		Aquantia® AQC-111C 5G LAN
	LAN	Intel® I219-V Gigabit LAN
		ASUS LANGuard
		ASUS Turbo LAN Utility
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		Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200
		2x2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) with MU-MIMO supports dual
	Wireless Data Network	frequency band 2.4/5GHz
		Supports channel bandwidth: HT20/HT40/HT80/HT160
		Up to 2.4 Gbps transfer speed
	Bluetooth	Bluetooth V5.0
		Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 Controller
		- 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB Type-C™)
		Intel® X299 Chipset
		- 5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (1 port at back panel, 4 ports at
		mid-board)
		- 2 x USB 2.0 ports at back panel
	USB	ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2 controller
		- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector*
		ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 1 hub
		- 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports at back panel
		GL852G USB hub
		- 4 x USB 2.0 ports at front panel
		* The USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel connector shares bandwidth with
		PCIEX1_1 slot.
		ASUS SafeSlot - Protect your graphics card Investment
		ASUS 5X Protection III
		- ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe with solid soldering
		- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes
		and static-electricity discharges!
	Special Features	- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting
		power design
		- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for
		greater durability!
		- DIGI+ VRM
		AI Suite 3
		Ai Charger
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<Performance>

5-Way Optimization with AI Overclocking

- AI overclocking: Quickly optimizes your CPU performance based on the CPU and cooler, achieving results that are extremely close to manual tuning by experts.

- DIGI+ Power Control - TPU

- EPU

- Fan Xpert 4 with FAN Extension Card II support - Turbo Core App

OC Design: ASUS PRO Clock II Technology UEFI BIOS

- AI Overclocking Guide

- CrashFree BIOS 3 - EZ Flash 3

- EZ Tuning Wizard

- USB BIOS FlashBack™

	<Connectivity>
ASUS Exclusive	Intel® VROC Ready
Features	Front USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C™ Support
	Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 Support

<Gaming>

Armoury Crate

- AURA SYNC - LiveDash

- Smart Control Console APP ASUS NODE

ASUS Turbo LAN

<EZ DIY>

2” OLED with ASUS LiveDash Pre-mounted I/O Shield

Q-Design

- ASUS Q-Code

- ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-DIMM

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

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- ASUS Fan Xpert 4

Thermal Design - Skived-Fin with heatpipe solution heatsink and 22110 M.2 heatsink design

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 front panel USB Type-C™ connector

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports (19-pin)

2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB ports

1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/1110 storage devices support (PCIe 3.0 x4 mode from CPU or X299 Chipset)

1 x M.2_2 Socket 3 with vertical M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 mode from X299 Chipset)

1 x M.2_3 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIe 3.0 x4 mode from CPU)

8 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors

1 x 4-pin W_PUMP+ connector

1 x 4-pin AIO_PUMP fan connector 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector

1 x 4-pin CPU_OPT fan connector

2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors Internal I/O Ports 1 x 4-pin M.2 Fan connector

1 x 2-pin Thermal sensor header

1 x NODE connector supports FAN Extension Card II

1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector

2 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors

2 x RGB strip headers

2 x Addressable Gen 2 headers

1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP)

1 x VROC_HW_KEY

1 x System Panel connector (Q-Connector)

1 x 3-pin CPU_OV header

1 x Q_Code

1 x Clear CMOS button

1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button

1 x Power-on button

1 x FlexKey button

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		1 x 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 Module
		1 x Optical S/PDIF out
		1 x Aquantia® 5G LAN port (blue)
		1 x Intel® LAN (RJ45) port (black)
	Back Panel I/O Ports	2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ ports (USB Type-C™)
		2 x DisplayPort IN ports for Thunderbolt™ 3
		4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
		2 x USB 2.0 ports
		8-channel Audio I/O ports
	BIOS	1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS
		3.2, ACPI 6.2
	Manageability	WfM 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE
		Drivers
	Support DVD	ASUS Utilities
		EZ Update
		Anti-virus software (OEM version)
	Operating System Support	Windows® 10 64-bit
	Form Factor	ATX Form Factor, 12”x 9.6” (30.5cm x 24.4cm)

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.

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Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

	Motherboard	1 x ASUS PRIME X299 EDITION 30 motherboard
		1 x DP to DP cable for Thunderbolt™ 3
		1 x Fan Extension Card II power cable
		1 x Fan Extension Card II NODE connector cable
	Cables	3 x Thermistor cables
		1 x Addressable LED extension cable
		1 x RGB LED extension cable
		2 x micro USB 2.0 cables for Smart Control Console
		6 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables
		1 x Smart Control Console
		1 x Fan Extension Card II (6 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors,
		3 x RGB headers, 3 x 2-pin Thermal sensor header)
	Accessories	1 x Fan Extension Card II screw package
		1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antennas
		1 x M.2 Screw Package
		1 x M.2 22110 vertical bracket
		1 x Q-connector
	Application DVD	1 x Motherboard support DVD
		1 x Motherboard user guide
	Documentation	1 x FAN Extension Card II user guide
		1 x Smart Control Console user guide

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

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Installation tools and components

Intel® LGA 2066 CPU

Intel® LGA 2066 compatible CPU Fan

SATA hard disk drive	Phillips (cross) screwdriver
PC chassis

1 bag of screws	DIMM

Power supply unit

SATA optical disc drive (optional)

Graphics card

M.2 SSD module (optional)

The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

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Product Introduction

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1.1Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

Components shown in this section may require additional purchase. Refer to Package contents section for more information about the contents of your motherboard package.

• 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.

Chapter 1

ASUS PRIME X299 EDITION 30

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1.2Motherboard layout

1 Chapter

Refer to Internal connectors and Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.

1-2	Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Layout contents

1.DIMM slots

2.Fan and pump connectors

3.CPU socket

4.Power connectors

5.Addressable Gen 2 LED connector

6.M.2 slot

7.USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector

8.Cover LED connector

9.USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector

10.CPU Over Voltage jumper

11.SATA 6 Gb/s connectors

12.VROC Key connector

13.System panel connector

14.USB 2.0 connector

15.Thermal sensor connector

16.Node connector

17.AURA RGB LED connector

18.BIOS FlashBack™ button

19.Clear CMOS button

20.FlexKey button (Reset)

21.Power button

22.Q-Code LED

23.Front panel audio connector

24.OLED connector

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1.3Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2066 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ X-series Processors.

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•Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA2066 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for other sockets on the LGA2066 socket.

•The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU.

•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 LGA2066 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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1.4System memory

The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules.

A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.

Recommended memory configurations

Intel® Core™ X-series Processors

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Memory configurations

You may install 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB and 32 GB unbuffered and non ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

For Intel® Core™ X-Series Processors (6-core or above), you may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the quad-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.

• 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.

•For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load or overclocking condition.

•Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules.

•Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL.

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1.5Expansion 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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Recommended VGA configuration

48 and 44-Lane CPUs

Slot Description		Single VGA	Dual VGA	Triple VGA
1.	PCIEX16_1	X16	X16	X16
2.	PCIEX1_1	-	-	-
3.	PCIEX16_2	-	X16	X16
4.	PCIEX1_2	-	-	-
5.	PCIEX16_3	-	-	X8
28-Lane CPUs
Slot Description		Single VGA	Dual VGA
1.	PCIEX16_1	X16	X16
2.	PCIEX1_1	-	-
3.	PCIEX16_2	-	X8
4.	PCIEX1_2	-	-
5.	PCIEX16_3	-	-

•We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI®

mode.

•Ensure to connect the dual 8-pin power plugs when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode.

•Connect a chassis fan to the chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.

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1.6Onboard buttons

1.	Power button
	Press the Power button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-off
	mode (depending on the operating system settings).
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The button also lights up when the system is plugged 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.FlexKey button (Reset)

Press the FlexKey button to reboot the system. You may also configure the button and assign a quick access feature such as activating Safe Boot or turning Aura lighting on or off to the button.

This button set to [Reset] by default. You can assign a different function to this button in the BIOS settings.

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3.Clear CMOS button

Press the Clear CMOS button to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters.

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To erase the RTC RAM:

1.Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

2.Press the button for about 5 to 10 seconds.

3.Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

4.Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.

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1.7Onboard Jumpers

1.	CPU Over Voltage jumper
	The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible
	overclocking system (depending on the type of the installed CPU). Set to pins 2-3 to	1
	increase the CPU voltage setting, or set to pins 1-2 to use the default CPU voltage
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1.8Onboard LEDs

	1.	Q LEDs
		The Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during
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		stays lit up until the problem is solved.

The Q LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case.

2.USB BIOS FlashBack™ LED

The BIOS FlashBack™ LED flashes when you press the BIOS FlashBack™ button for BIOS update.

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