Asus P9X79 manual

Motherboard P9X79 DELUXE[...]

ii E8036 Revised Edition V3 January 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the p[...]

iii Contents Contents ...................................................................................................................... iii Notices ....................................................................................................................... vi Safety information .......................................................[...]

iv Contents 2.3.13 Audio I/O connections ............................................................... 2-52 2.4 Starting up for the rst time .................................................................... 2-54 2.5 T urning off the computer ......................................................................... 2-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup[...]

v 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 T urboV EVO .....................[...]

vi 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 Commis[...]

vii 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 subj[...]

viii 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. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse[...]

ix Safety information Electrical safety • T o 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[...]

x About this guide Th is u se r gu id e co nt ai ns t he in fo rm at io n yo u ne ed w he n in st al li ng a nd co nf ig ur in g th e mo th er bo ard . 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. ?[...]

xi Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. T ypography 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 [...]

xii P9X79 DELUXE specications summary (continues on next page) CPU 2nd Generation Intel ® Core ™ i7 processor family for the LGA 201 1 Socket Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 * The Intel ® Turbo Boost T echnology 2.0 support depends on CPU types. ** Refer to www .asus.com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel ® X79 Express [...]

xiii (continues on next page) P9X79 DELUXE specications summary USB 3 x ASMedia ® USB 3.0 controllers - 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 p[...]

xiv P9X79 DELUXE specications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Precision T weaker 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:[...]

xv *Specications are subject to change without notice. Accessories 4 x Serial A T A 6Gb/s cables 4 x Serial A T A 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 Form factor A TX form factor: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm [...]

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ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 1-1 Chapter 1 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 pac[...]

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights 2nd Generation Intel ® Core ™ i7 Processor Family for the LGA 201 1 Socket This motherboard supports the latest 2nd Generation Intel Intel ® Core™ i7 Processor Family for Core™ i7 Processor Family for the LGA 201 1 Socket, with memory and PCI Express[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 1-3 Chapter 1 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 (T urboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). Third generation Dual Intelligent Processors with New DIGI+ Power Control include two digital voltag[...]

1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 EPU T ap into the world’s first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or 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 compo[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 1-5 Chapter 1 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 A[...]

1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 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 motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASU[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed T ake 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 objec[...]

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.7 Internal connectors and 2.3.12 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Marvell 9128[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-3 Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-5 2. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 2-33 3. LGA201 1 CPU socket 2-4 4. CPU, CPU OPT , Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CPU_OPT , 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2/3/4) 2-32 5. MemOK! switch 2-17 6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB[...]

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA201 1 socket designed for the 2 nd Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 Processor Family . • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retaile[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-5 Chapter 2 Recommended memory congurations 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.[...]

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered, and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Y ou 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 quad- channel c[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-7 Chapter 2 P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM G.SKILL F3-19200CL9D-4GBPIS(XMP) 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - 9-1 1-9-28 1.65 • • Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(X[...]

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM A-DA TA AX3U2000GB2G9B(XMP) 2GB DS - - 9-1 1-9-27 1.55~1.75 • • • A-DA TA AX3U2000GC4G9B(XM[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-9 Chapter 2 P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1800 MHz capability P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XM[...]

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM G.SKILL F3-12800CL8D-4GBRM(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.6 • • • G.SKILL [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-1 1 Chapter 2 P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. T iming Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM A-DA TA AD63I1B0823EV 2GB SS A-DA TA 3CCA-1509A - - • • • A-DA TA AXDU1333GC2G9(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9- [...]

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM KINGSTON KHX1333C9D3UK2/4GX (XMP) 4GB (2x 2GB) DS - - 9 1.25 • • KINGSTON KVR1333[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-13 Chapter 2 P9X79 DELUXE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued) • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P . or D.O.C.P . settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support.[...]

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. P9X79 DELUXE RE SE T ® SW1 1 2 4 3 5 6 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x16_[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-15 Chapter 2 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (navy blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • In CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 and PCIe 3.0 x16_4 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • In 3-way SLI™ mode, use the PCIe[...]

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that allows yo[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-17 Chapter 2 3. MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch lights continuously . Press and hold the MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. • Refer t[...]

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 5. TPU switch T urning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds. • The TPU LED (O2LED2) near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable . Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-19 Chapter 2 6. EPU switch T urning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. • The EPU LED (O2LED3) near the EPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable . Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the EPU LED.[...]

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LEDs The Standby Power LEDs will light up once the system is connected to a power source. 2. Q-LEDs These ID LEDs of CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD indicate key component status during POST (Power-on Self T est), providing an elegant embellishment to the motherboard de[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-21 Chapter 2 3. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable . 4. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable .[...]

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 5. Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you the 2-digit display , allowing you to know the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table below for details. Q-Code table Code Description 00 Not used 01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). 02 AP initialization before microcode loading 03 System A[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-23 Chapter 2 Code Description 31 Memory Installed 32 – 36 CPU post-memory initialization 37 – 3A Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started 3B – 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization is started 4F DXE IPL is started 50 – 53 Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed 54 Unspecified m[...]

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Q-Code table (continued) Code Description 63 – 67 CPU DXE initialization is started 68 PCI host bridge initialization 69 System Agent DXE initialization is started 6A System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started 6B – 6F System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) 70 PCH DXE ini[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-25 Chapter 2 Code Description AC Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) AD Ready T o Boot event AE Legacy Boot event AF Exit Boot Services event B0 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin B1 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End B2 Legacy Option ROM Initialization B3 System Reset B4 USB hot plug B5 PCI bus hot plug B6[...]

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.7 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial A T A hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurat[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-27 Chapter 2 2. Intel ® X79 Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A3G_3–6 [blue]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial A T A hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with t[...]

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 3. Marvell ® Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_E1/E2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • For high performance of ASUS SSD Caching, please connect one HDD and one SSD to Marvell ® SA T A6G_E1/E2 connecto[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-29 Chapter 2 4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_78) This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to 5.0 Gbps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.0 connector , you can have a front panel USB 3.[...]

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. Never connect a 13 94 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 5. USB 2.0 c[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-31 Chapter 2 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately .[...]

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 8. CPU, CPU OPT , Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2/3/4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector . • The CPU_F AN connector supports the CPU fan of maxim[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-33 Chapter 2 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector . • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front pan[...]

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 450 W . • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EA TX12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot. • Us[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-35 Chapter 2 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector . The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin conne[...]

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 201 1 CPU Intel LGA 201 1 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-37 Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation Please note the order in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch properly sealed down. 1 2 B A Load lever C B [...]

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 B A 9 B A 7 8 T riangle mark 5 6[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-39 Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary . T o install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A[...]

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM 2.3.4 DIMM installation B A[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-41 Chapter 2 2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 1[...]

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. P9X79 DELUXE RES ET ® SW1 3[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-43 Chapter 2 2.3.6 A TX Power connection 1 2 OR OR[...]

2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.7 SA T A device connection OR 2 OR 1[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-45 Chapter 2 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector IDE_LED POWER SW RESET SW IDE_LED- IDE_LED+ PWR Reset Ground Ground 1 2 T o install ASUS Q-Connector USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 Connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.0 T o install USB 3.0 Connector[...]

2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-47 Chapter 2 2.3.10 Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Module Installation 1. Unfasten screw B from the Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Module after removing the wrapper . B 2. Align the Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Module to the BT3 connector (the third item at the back IO area). Connect the pins and make sure the screw hole matches the hole on the motherboard. 3[...]

2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 4. Attach the IO shield onto the chassis and then place the motherboard flat into the chassis. 5. Fasten the screws onto the motherboard. 6. Locate from the exterior IO area of the chassis the upper connecting jack of the Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Module and attach the Wi-Fi Ring Moving Antenna. A click can [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-49 Chapter 2 1. Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the recommended procedures again to complete BIOS update. 2. If the light flashes for five seconds and turns into a stable lighting, th[...]

2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.12 Rear panel connection 3 2 11 12 10 9 8 6 5 4 7 1 *, **, and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for bluetooth module LED, Wi-Fi LED, LAN port LED, and audio port denitions. Rear panel connectors 1. Wi-Fi Antenna Jack* 7. Bluetooth Module* 2. Intel ® LAN (RJ-45) port** 8. USB 3.0 ports [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-51 Chapter 2 *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker O[...]

2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2.3.13 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 2-53 Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port.[...]

2-54 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Be sure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge pr[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-1 Chapter 3 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily na[...]

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority . T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. T o access the EZ Mode, click Exit , then select ASUS EZ Mode . Menu bar Th[...]

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker, Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button This button appears when entering[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-5 Chapter 3 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system s[...]

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. T o set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password i[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you in[...]

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individua[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-9 Chapter 3 T urbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the T urbo CPU ratio. [Auto] All T urbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings [By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in OS)] All numbers of active cores will be set to one single T urbo ratio in OS [By Per Core (Cannot Adjust in OS)] All numbers of active cores can be set to[...]

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.4.1 DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. T o restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key . Changing the values in this menu may cause the system[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-1 1 Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Scroll down to display the following items:[...]

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 3 to 15 with 1 interval. The values range from 3 to 15 with 1 interval. DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjus[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-13 Chapter 3 DRAM WRITE Latency [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1 to 15 with 1 interval. The values range from 1 to 15 with 1 interval. Third Timings tRRDR [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0 to 7 with 1 interval. The valu[...]

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM RTL (CHA D0 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] DR[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-15 Chapter 3 DRAM IOL (CHB D0 R0) [Auto] [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 1 1 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 9 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 7 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 5 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 3 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Advance 1 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock][...]

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM RTL (CHC D0 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] DR[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-17 Chapter 3 DRAM IOL (CHC D1 R1) [Auto] [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 1 1 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 9 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 7 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 5 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 3 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Advance 1 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock][...]

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM RTL (CHD D1 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] DR[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-19 Chapter 3 3.4.2 DIGI+ Power Control[...]

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] CPU Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. This item allo[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-21 Chapter 3 CPU V oltage Frequency [Auto] Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. Setting a higher frequency gets faster transient response. [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the Spread Spectrum item. [Manual] Allows you to manually set the frequency with a 10k Hz interval. CPU Fix[...]

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 201 1 American Megatrends, Inc. [X.M.P .] When XMP is enabled BLCK frequency , CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →← : Select Screen ↑↓ : Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2:[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-23 Chapter 3 T urbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Power Limit [Auto] The default setting of this item will be TDP (130W). For Sandy Bridge-E, Turbo Ratio can be kept a time duration exceed TDP for maximum performance. Any value under 255 can be programmed. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Long Duration M[...]

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM V oltage (CHA, CHB) [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 1.99V with a 0.005V interval. DRAM V oltage (CHC, CHD) [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 1.99V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage require[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-25 Chapter 3 DRAM DA T A REF V oltage on CHA [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DA T A REF V oltage on CHA. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. DRAM CTRL REF V oltage on CHB [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHB. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. DRAM[...]

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit CPU Configuration Param[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-27 Chapter 3 3.5.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. [Enabled] Enables the over[...]

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 201 1 American Megatrends, Inc. CPU Ratio Auto Enhanced Intel SpeedStep T echnology Enabled Turbo Mode Enabled CPU C1E Auto CPU C3 Report Auto CPU C6 Report Auto CPU C7 Report Auto Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each proce[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-29 Chapter 3 3.5.3 PCH Conguration Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer . Back Advanced PCH Configuration > UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High P[...]

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 SA T A Mode [AHCI Mode] Allows you to set the SA T A configuration. [Disabled] Disables the SA T A function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial A T A hard disk drives as Parallel A T A physical storage devices. [AHCI Mode] Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SA T A hard disk drives to [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-31 Chapter 3 Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit (1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI Mode. (3) RAID Mode. Back Advanced SAT A Configuration > UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode SA TA Configuration SA TA Mode IDE Mode Serial-A TA Controller 0 Enabled Serial-A TA Controller 1 Enabled S.M.A.R.T . Status Check Enabled SA TA 6G_1[...]

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Enabled] Ena[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-33 Chapter 3 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguraton Scroll down to display the following items: Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 201 1 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 201 1 American Megatrends, Inc. Enabled/Disabled Azalia HD Audio Back Advanced Onboard D[...]

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 SPDIF Out T ype [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. Bluetooth and WiFi Controller [Bluetooth 3.0 and WiFi] [Bluetooth 3.0 and WiFi] BT GO 3.0! is enabled and internet access through WiFi AP . [Bluetooth 2.1 onlyI] BT GO! allows you to remotely cont[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-35 Chapter 3 Marvell Storage Controller [Enabled] Allows you to select the Marvell storage controller operating mode. [Disabled] Disables the controller . [Enabled] Set to [Enabled] when you want use the function of Marvell RAID. Marvell Storage OPROM [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] a[...]

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Power On By PCIE/PCI [Disabled] [[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-37 Chapter 3 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 201 1 American Megatrends, Inc. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode CPU T emperature [xxx�C/xxx�F] [xxx�C/x[...]

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 MB T emperature [xxx�C/xxx�F] [xxx�C/xxx�F] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] CPU OPT Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] Ch[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-39 Chapter 3 Chassis 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. Chassis 1/2/3/4 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis 1/2/3/4 Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chass[...]

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disabl[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-41 Chapter 3 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [A dv an ce d Mo de ] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The numbe[...]

3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8 Tools menu The T ools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Be used to update BIOS UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASU[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-43 Chapter 3 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information This menu showed the DIMM slot related informatons. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit DIMM Slot number Back T ool ASUS DRAM Information ASUS SPD Information > UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode DIMM Slot # DIMM_B1 Manufacure Samsung Module Size 1024 MBytes Maximum [...]

3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Prole This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Main Ai T weaker Advanced Monitor Boot T ool Exit Save BIOS settings to Profile Back T ool ASUS O.C. Profile > UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode The Setup Prole Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-45 Chapter 3 3.8.4 ASUS Drive Xpert • Befo re usin g th e Drive Xpert f unction , en sure th at y ou have connect ed the SA T A sign al cabl es a nd insta lled SA T A hard d isk drives t o the S A T A6G_E1 and SA T A6G_E2 conn ectors. • Y ou can only make one Drive Xpert change a time before you save BIOS settings and restar[...]

3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Y ou can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-47 Chapter 3 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS . Inappropriate BIOS updating m[...]

3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Updating the BIOS through the Internet T o update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet , and then click Next . 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto BIOS backup fun[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-49 Chapter 3 • The screenshots in this section are for reference only . The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software configuration. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS le T o update the BIOS through a BIOS file: [...]

3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .asus.com. T o update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-51 Chapter 3 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Y ou can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS fi[...]

3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Booting the system in DOS environment 1. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer . When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu . Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical driv[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 3-53 Chapter 3 2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/29] Current ROM Update ROM Note Saving BIOS: PATH: A: BOARD: P9X79 DELUXE VER: 0228 DATE: 08/26/2011 BOARD: Unknown VER: Unkn[...]

3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later , the utility automatically exits to the DOS p[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-1 Chapter 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder . Double-click the ASSETUP .EXE to run the DVD. 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows ® XP/ 64-bit XP/ Vista / 64-bit V ista / 7 / 64-bit 7 64-bit Vis[...]

4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the f[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates severa[...]

4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.2 T urboV EVO ASUS T urboV EVO introduces T urboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as Auto T uning function that offers automatic and easy over clocki ng and system level up. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch T urboV EV[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-5 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. Advanced mode Applies all changes immediately Undoes all changes without applying Click to restore all start-up settings Current values T arget values V oltage Adjustment bars CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ra[...]

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Auto T uning ASUS T urboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • T o prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-7 Chapter 4 3. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. Using Extreme T uning 1. Click the Auto T uning tab and then click Extreme . 2. Read through the warning messages and click OK to star[...]

4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ PowerControl allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability . It also provides the highest power efficiency , generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. After installing AI Suite II from the mothe[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-9 Chapter 4 • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. DRAM Power Function no. Function description 1 DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency[...]

4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.4 EPU EPU is an energy-efficient tool that satisfies dif ferent computing needs. This utility provides several modes that you can select to save system power . Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status. Y ou can also customize each mode by con[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-1 1 Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4.3.5 F AN Xpert+ F AN Xpert+ intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by dif ferent climate conditions in [...]

4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specific time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes. Launching Sensor Recorder After inst[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.7 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer ’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility , you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy oper[...]

4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.8 BT GO! (Supports BT GO 3.0!) ASUS BT GO! includ es sev en s pecial functi ons, s o users can s ync and trans fer fil es bet ween PC a nd mob ile dev ices, and eve n use them a s a remote contro l to p lay mus ic and other cont ents o n PC. The o nboard Blueto oth v3. 0+HS m odule e nables smart conne[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-15 Chapter 4 4.3.9 USB 3.0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices and the up-to-date support of USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP). With USB 3.0 Boost, you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.0 devices with ease. Launching USB 3.0 Boost After installing AI Suite II from the mot[...]

4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.10 ASUS SSD Caching 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 is needed with instant activati[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-17 Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 ASUS Update ASUS Update lays out the options for updating BIOS on your system. Update BIOS utility on your system or simply save the utility for later use just by following the directions on this convenient updating feature. Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD,[...]

4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 MyLogo2 This MyLogo utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On-Self-T ests (POST). Personalize your computer from the very beginning! Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch MyLo[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-19 Chapter 4 2. Click on Auto T une to adjust image size compatibility or adjust the resolution bar . 3. Y ou can click on Booting Preview to preview the boot image. Then click Next. 4. Click on Flash to start updating the image to the boot logo. 5. Click on Y es to reboot or you can also see the new logo next time you restart y[...]

4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 A. Realtek HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC II for Windows ® 7™ / Vista™ 4.3.12 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interru[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-21 Chapter 4 4.4 RAID congurations The motherboard supports the following SA T A RAID solutions: • Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • Mavell ® RAID utility with RAID 0 and RAID 1 support. • Y ou must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using S[...]

4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.4.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SA T A hard disks into th[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-23 Chapter 4 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press the up/down arrow key to select a RAID level to creat[...]

4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <En[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-25 Chapter 4 Deleting a RAID set T ake caution when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echno[...]

4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.4.5 Marvell RAID utility The onboard Marvell SA T A 6.0 Gb/s controller allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID 1 array using two SA T A hard disk drives. Refer to Chapter 2 of your motherboard user manual for the exact location of the Marvell SA T A 6.0 Gb/s connector. T o enter the Marvell utility , pres[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-27 Chapter 4 4. Use the up or down arrow key to move the selection bar and press <Enter> to configure further RAID settings. RAID Level: Select a RAID Level. Configuration options: [RAID 0] [RAID 1] Stripe Size: Specifies the size of single data block on the virtual disk. In general, a larger stripe size is recommended for[...]

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 6. Press <F10>. The following warning message appears: Press <Y> to save the RAID setting and exit the Marvell RAID utility . Do you want to exit from Marvell BIOS Setup? Y es N o Exit Delete an existing RAID Array 1. Select the RAID array to delete and press <Enter>. Select Delete and pr[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-29 Chapter 4 Do you want to delete this virtual disk ? Y es N o Delete Virtual Disk 2. The following warning message appears: Press <Y> to delete the selected RAID array . The following warning message appears: Do you want to delete MBR from this virtual disk ? Y es N o Delete MBR Press <Y> to delete the Master Boot [...]

4-30 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows ® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a oppy drive connector . Y ou have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SA T A [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-31 Chapter 4 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation T o install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third- party SCSI or RAID driver . 2. Pre ss <F6 >, a nd the n i nser t t he flo ppy d isk wit h R AID dr iver in[...]

4-32 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.5.4 Using a USB oppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation. T o solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s V endor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy di[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 4-33 Chapter 4 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. 9. T ype the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USBVID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” 10. Save and exit the file. Add the same line to [...]

4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 5-1 Chapter 5 5.1 AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.1.1 Requirements • In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX[...]

5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 4. Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector [...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 5-3 Chapter 5 2. The VISION Engine Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multi- graphics cards. Click Go to continue to the VISION Engine Control Center Advanced View window . 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to instal[...]

5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5.2 NVIDIA ® SLI™ technology The motherboard supports the NVIDIA ® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.2.1 Requirements • In SLI mode, you shoul[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 5-5 Chapter 5 4. Align and firmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is firmly in place. 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 5.2.3 Instal[...]

5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize . B2. From the Personalization window , select Display Settings . B3. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings .[...]

ASUS P9X79 DELUXE 5-7 Chapter 5 B4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel . B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window , select Set SLI Conguration . Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply .[...]

5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5[...]

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