Intel LGA 2066 ATX motherboard with M.2 Heatsink, DDR4 4000MHz, Dual M.2,
Intel VROC support, SATA 6Gb/s, Front-panel USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector
ASUS Prime X299-A is the ATX motherboard that's been expertly engineered for
professional content creators and power users who work hard by day and play
harder by night. This powerful, innovative board puts a friendly face on
advanced enthusiast controls, enabling you to maximize performance, cooling and
personalization with ease. So, if you live to create, to explore, to enjoy and
to push the boundaries, look no further than Prime X299-A.
One click takes care of all that complex tuning. ASUS 5-Way Optimization
makes your PC smart. It dynamically optimizes essential aspects of the system,
providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailored for your rig.
Default - 4.3G
- CPU : Intel LGA 2066 i7-7740X | Motherboard : Prime X299-A | DRAM :
G.Skill F4-3200C16Q-16GRKD | Power : Corsair AX1500i | Water-cooling :
Corsair H115i
CPU performance boost
Unleash your PC's full performance with the ASUS AI Suite 3 utility. A TurboV
Processing Unit (TPU) is the intelligence behind our automated system-tuning
utility, offering the ability to fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats, and
adjust overclock parameters for optimal performance.
All-round energy efficiency
With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you'll enjoy system-wide power savings.
The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with
Away mode a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by
shutting down unused I/O controllers.
Flexible cooling controls for air or liquid
With Prime X299-A you have comprehensive control over fans, water pumps and
even all-in-one (AIO) coolers, via either Fan Expert 4 or our award-winning
UEFI. Whether you're cooling with air or water, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently
configures all parameters with a single click. There's also an Extreme Quiet
mode, which reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum keeping your
system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks.
Precise digital power control
Digi+ delivers real-time control over voltage droop, switching frequency and
power -efficiency settings, allowing you to fine-tune CPU voltage regulation for
ultimate stability and performance.
Optimize per-core performance for every app
Intel's latest processors feature per-core tuning, and the ASUS Turbo Core
app makes use of this feature by enabling you to assign applications to specific
processor cores, allowing you to prioritize compute power where it's needed
most.
Cooler by design
Multiple temperature sources
Each header can be set to monitor and react to three user-configurable
thermal sensors, for workload based cooling. All easily managed by Fan Xpert 4
or UEFI.
Water pump+
A dedicated header that can supply over 3A to high-performance PWM or DC
water pumps.
AIO pump
A dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setups.
4-pin PWM/DC fan
Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.
Fan Extension Card header:
Includes three additional DC or PWM fan headers, plus three thermal-probe
headers.
Smart protection
A dedicated integrated circuit that protects each fan header from
over-temperature and over-current.
Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOS
The smoothest, slickest mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been improved to
make it even more appealing. Whether you're a PC novice or a seasoned
overclocker, the EZ and Advanced Modes help you find your way, quickly and
easily.
EZ Tuning Wizard
Quickly apply a CPU overclock to improve system performance, or configure a
RAID array for faster data retrieval and backups.
My Favorites
Quickly discover tuning options and add preferred tools to the list.
EZ Mode
- Intuitive graphical fan control: Fine-tune individual
fans simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.
- EZ XMP: Improve your DRAM performance with a click.
- SATA Information: Displays SATA port details so you can
easily recognize drives.
- Fast Clock Adjustment: Use mouse controls to change the
time and date.
Advanced Mode
- GPU POST: Provides recommendations for multi-VGA
configurations and detailed information for select ASUS graphics cards.
- Secure Erase: Restores your SSDs to factory-fresh
condition.
- Last Modified Log: Track last change and save preferred
profiles onto a USB drive.
- SATA Port Renaming: Rename SATA ports for easy
identification.
Make your memory go faster
With optimized trace paths for time-aligned signaling and minimal crosstalk,
Third-generation ASUS T-Topology offers enhanced memory stability and
compatibility, allowing support for memory speeds of DDR4-4133 MHz and
beyond.
CPU : Intel LGA 2066 i9-7900X | Motherboard : Prime X299-A |
DRAM
: G.Skill F4-3200C16Q-16GRKD | Power : Corsair AX1500i | Water-cooling : Corsair
H115i
OC design- ASUS PRO Clock II technology
A dedicated base-clock generator that extends CPU and memory overclocking
margins. This custom solution works in tandem with the TPU to enhance voltage
and base-clock overclocking control, providing the flexibility to extract every
ounce of performance from IntelCore
X-series processors.
BCLK Range
- OC - 470MHz
- Default - 100MHz
BCLK overclocking range will vary according to CPU capabilities, cooling,
motherboard support and tuning options.
CPU
: Intel LGA 2066 i7-7740X | Motherboard : Prime X299-A | DRAM : G.Skill
F4-3200C16Q-16GRKD | Power : Corsair AX1500i | Water-cooling : Corsair H115i
Connect everything, ultra-fast
M.2
Speed up with onboard M.2 up to 32Gbps
With x4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32Gbps
data-transfer speeds. It is the perfect choice for an operating system or
application drive, providing fast access to data.
M.2 heatsink
Keep your SSD cooler
Prime X299-A has an ultra-efficient heatsink to reduce M.2 SSD temperatures
by up to 20C and that means optimal storage performance and improved SSD
longevity.
VROC
Upgrade your RAID
Unleash the Prime X299-A Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) feature with the addition
of an ASUS Hyper M.2 X16 Card*, which allows you to attach up to four PCIe 3.0
x16 M.2 drives for a total bandwidth of up to 128Gbps. With VROC, you can
utilize CPU PCIe lanes to configure a bootable RAID array, eliminating
traditional DMI bottlenecks, so that storage transfers aren't held back by other
traffic.
ASUS Hyper M.2 X16 Card available separately for purchase.
Intel Optane memory
Intel Optane memory ready
Intel Optane is a revolutionary non-volatile memory technology supported by
Prime X299-A. Intel Optane memory modules accelerate attached storage to reduce
boot and load times, so everything feels faster and more responsive.
USB 3.1 Gen 2 front-panel connector
Future-proof connectivity
Prime X299-A's front panel USB 3.1 connector is ready for next-gen PC cases
and devices.
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A & Type-C
Ultimate-speed 10Gbps with USB 3.1 onboard
With backward-compatible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and reversible USB 3.1 Gen 2
Type-C ports, you'll experience ultimate connection flexibility and blazing
data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps.
ThunderboltEX 3 Card
Experience blistering ThunderboltTM 3 speeds and any-way-up
connectivity
Prime X299-A offers support for ThunderboltEX 3 card, an Intel-certified
Thunderbolt 3 add-on card enables breathtaking bi-directional speeds of up to
40Gbps through a single cable up to 4X faster than other PC data-transfer
protocols. Beyond sheer bandwidth, Thunderbolt 3 supports daisy-chaining up to
six devices; utilizes a Type-C reversible connector for compatibility with the
latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C devices; and supports the USB Power Delivery
specification for fast, high-power charging of up to 36W.
Intel Ethernet
More throughput, less CPU usage and great gaming experiences
- Lower CPU workload
- High TCP & UDP throughput
Prime X299-A features the latest Intel Ethernet. Intel's LAN has the
advantage of reducing CPU overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP
throughput for faster, smoother data transfer.
LANGuard
Pumped-up throughput, 2.5X higher surge tolerance
ASUS LANGuard is hardware-level networking protection that employs
signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to
ensure a more reliable connection and better throughput.
Turbo LAN
Network-optimization software for customizable packet
prioritization
Turbo LAN with cFosSpeed traffic-shaping technology allows you to configure
application priority via an intuitive interface, and reduces network lag.
Step up to multi-GPU graphics
Multi-GPU support
With support for both NVIDIASLI
and AMD CrossFireX 2/3-WAY configurations, Prime X299-A motherboard enables
multi-GPU setups so you can harness the full power of the latest graphics
technologies to drive games at 4K and beyond.
CPU 44 Lane 3-Way/2-Way
CPU 28 Lane 2-Way
CPU 16 Lane 2-Way
SafeSlot
Protect your Graphics Card Investment
SafeSlot* is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and engineered to provide
superior retention and shearing resistance. Manufactured in a single step using
a new insert-molding process, SafeSlot integrates the slot with fortifying metal
for an inherently stronger slot, which is then firmly anchored to the PCB
through additional solder points.
Upgrade to unrivalled audio
Outstanding audio
Realtek codec and unique design features for pristine, powerful
audio
Prime X299-A utilizes a unique audio codec designed in close
collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek S1220A. It also features an
unprecedented 120dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line-out and a 113dB
SNR for the line-in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, a new
impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts gain to ensure the optimal
volume range for your headphones.
DTS Headphone:XTM
Surround sound, to go
Immersive 3D surround-sound technology provides incredible audio
experiences.
Crystal Sound 3
Flawless audio that makes you part of the game
Power pre-regulator
Reduces power-input noise to ensure consistent performance.
Audio shielding
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral
interference.
Separate layer for left and right tracks
Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.
Integrated amplifier
Capable of driving high-impedance headphones, without rolling-off high or low
frequencies.
De-pop circuit
Reduces start-up popping noise to all audio outputs.
Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors
Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional
fidelity.
Make it your own
Aura Sync
Outshine your competition
A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura
offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the
built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB headers.* And
it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS
hardware.
- Static
- Breathing
- Strobing
- Rainbow
- Color Cycle
- Comet Flash & dash
- Wave
- Glowing Yo Yo
- Starry Night
- Music effect
- CPU temperature
Exclusive 3D mount for easy installation
Make it your own
Dedicated 3D mounts on the motherboard makes fitting 3D-printed parts easy.
Using the same screws as M.2 drives and standard motherboard mounting holes, you
can easily add nameplates and cable covers.
M.2 fan holder
A fan mount for M.2 drives to help prevent thermal throttling.
3D-printable accessories
As system parts are visible in custom PC builds, make yours stand out from
the competition with 3D-printed accessories.
Graphics card holder
Prevent sag by providing support for heavy graphics cards.
2-Way SLI HB Bridge cover
Clip the cover onto the SLI HB Bridge to add style to your build. Multiple
form factors EATX, ATX and mATX are available.
Fan grill
Make your cooling a little cooler.
Cable combs
Keep cables organized with the multi-connector design. 3D design files are
available for 24-pin, 8-pin, 8 + 6-pin, 6-pin and 4-pin PSU connectors.
Intel® Core™ X-series processors for LGA 2066 socket
Intel Core X-series processors (6-core and above): 4-channel (8-DIMM), 44/28
PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes.
Intel
Core X-series processors (4 core): 2-channel (4-DIMM), 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0
lanes
Intel X299 chipset
The Intel X299 chipset supports LGA 2066-socket Intel Core X-series
processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point
links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, X299 provides a
maximum 10 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, 8 SATA 6Gbps ports and 32Gbps M.2 support for
faster data retrieval.
Specifications
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CPU |
Intel® Socket 2066 Core™ X-Series Processors |
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* The Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU
types |
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* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support
list |
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Chipset |
Intel® X299 |
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Memory |
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Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (6-core above) |
8 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz
Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory |
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Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (4-core) |
4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz
Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory |
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* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of
individual CPUs. |
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* Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors
Lists). |
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Multi-GPU Support |
Supports NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology |
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Supports NVIDIA® 3-Way SLI™ Technology |
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Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI™ Technology |
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Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireXâ„¢ Technology |
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Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireXâ„¢ Technology |
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Expansion Slots |
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44-Lane CPU- |
3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16, x16/x16, x16/x16/x8) |
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2 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (max at x4 mode) *1 |
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1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 *3 |
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28-Lane CPU- |
3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16, x16/x8, x16/x8/x1) *4 |
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2 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (max at x4 mode) *1 |
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1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 *3 |
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16-Lane CPU- |
3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16, x8/x8, x8/x8/x1) *4 |
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2 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (max at x4 mode) *1 |
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1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1 *3 |
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Storage |
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Intel® X299 Chipset |
1 x M.2 x4 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) |
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1 x M.2 x4 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage
devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) |
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8 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s) |
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Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 |
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Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel Rapid Start
Technology |
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Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready |
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LAN |
Intel® I219V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s), featuring Turbo
LAN |
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ASUS Turbo LAN Utility |
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ASUS LAN Guard |
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Audio |
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Realtek® ALC S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
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- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone
outputs |
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- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for
headphone and speakers |
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- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel
Jack-retasking |
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Audio Feature |
- DTS Connect |
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- DTS Headphone:X |
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- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel |
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- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and
greatly reduced multi-lateral interference |
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- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right
channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio
signals |
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- Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and
immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity |
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- Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio
outputs |
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- EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the
amplifier quality |
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Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver
equal quality |
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USB Ports |
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ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller |
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (1 at mid-board) |
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ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller |
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (Type-A + USB Type-CTM) |
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Intel® X299 Chipset |
8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 4 at
mid-board) |
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Intel® X299 Chipset |
4 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 2 at
mid-board) |
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Special Features |
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OC Design - ASUS PRO Clock II Technology |
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ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent
Processors 5 |
- 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+
VRM, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo Core App |
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AURA |
- Aura RGB Strip Headers |
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- Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG
devices |
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ASUS Exclusive Features |
- USB BIOS Flashback |
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- MemOK! |
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- AI Suite 3 |
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- Ai Charger |
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- Onboard Button : Power |
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- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
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- Turbo LAN |
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- Crystal Sound 3 |
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File Transfer |
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- Cloud GO! |
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- File Transfer |
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ASUS EZ DIY |
- ASUS EZ Flash 3 |
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- ASUS USB BIOS Flashback |
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- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode |
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- Multi-language BIOS |
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ASUS Q-Design |
- ASUS Q-Shield |
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- ASUS Q-Code |
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- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED, HDD
LED) |
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- ASUS Q-Slot |
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- ASUS Q-DIMM |
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- ASUS Q-Connector |
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Gaming Aesthetics |
- 3D printing friendly |
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- AURA-RGB Lighting |
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M.2 Onboard(The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data
transfer speeds) |
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Back I/O Ports |
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s) |
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2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A + USB Type-CTM |
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4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 |
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2 x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to USB BIOS Flashback)
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1 x Optical S/PDIF out |
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5 x Audio jack(s) |
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1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s) |
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Internal I/O Ports |
1 x AAFP connector |
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2 x Aura RGB Strip Header |
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2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1
port(s) |
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1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0
port(s) |
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1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices
support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) |
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1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices
support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) |
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8 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) |
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1 x M.2_FAN connector |
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1 x VROC_HW_Key |
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1 x CPU Fan connector(s) |
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1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) |
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2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) |
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1 x AIO_PUMP connector |
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1 x W_PUMP+ connector |
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1 x Thunderbolt header(s) |
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1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) |
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1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s) |
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1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s) |
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1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector) |
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1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector |
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1 x MemOK! button(s) |
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1 x Thermal sensor connector(s) |
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1 x Power-on button(s) |
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1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) |
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1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector |
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1 x CPU_OV jumper |
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Accessories |
User's manual |
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ASUS Q-Shield |
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1 x Vertical M.2 bracket set |
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4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) |
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1 x M.2 Screw Package |
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1 x Supporting DVD |
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1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M) |
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1 x Q-Connector |
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BIOS |
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI
6.0, Multi-language BIOS, |
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ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan
Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM
SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information |
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Manageability |
WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE |
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Support Disc |
Drivers |
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ASUS Utilities |
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EZ Update |
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Anti-virus software (OEM version) |
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Operating System |
Windows® 10 64-bit |
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Form Factor |
ATX Form Factor |
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12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) |
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Note |
1. PCIEX4_1 max. at x1 mode, PCIEX4_2 max. at x4
mode |
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2. SATA6G_5/6/7/8 share bandwidth with PCIEX4_2. |
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3. PCIEX1_1 shares bandwidth with Front USB 3.1 GEN
2 |
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4. PCIEX16_3 share bandwidth with PCIEX4_1 when using x28 or x16 lane
CPU |
