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P9X79 PRO Motherboard - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 2
A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS will be no earlier than December 1, 2011, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; or (2) for the cost of - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 3
2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-39 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-40 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-41 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-43 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-44 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-45 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation 2-46 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-47 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 4
3-45 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-48 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-49 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-50 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 5
AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-8 4.3.4 EPU 4-10 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-12 4.3.7 Probe II 4-13 4.3.8 BT GO 4-14 4.3.9 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 4.3.10 ASUS SSD Caching 4-16 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-17 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-18 4.3.12 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 6
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 7
system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 8
new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 9
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 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 10
P9X79 PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth Audio USB 2nd Generation Intel® Core ™ i7 processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel® X79 Express Chipset 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 11
- ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY: - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS MyLogo 2 - Percision Tweaker 2 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - Multi-language BIOS ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 12
increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x Bluetooth module 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x Power eSATA 6G ports 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I/O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 13
of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P9X79 PRO motherboard User guide Support DVD - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 14
for the LGA 2011 Socket This motherboard supports the latest Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 Processor Family in LGA2011 package, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to quad-channel (8 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 40 PCI Express 3.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance. Intel® 2nd - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 15
for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. System performance can also be customized with specific CPU and DRAM power controls, including new VCCSA load line calibration for increased voltage range, greater VCCSA current - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 16
current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features BT GO! (Bluetooth) Onboard Bluetooth wireless design enables smart connectivity to Bluetooth devices with no additional adapter. ASUS BT GO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 17
performance. ASUS Fan Xpert+ Hardware-level ASUS Fan Xpert+ allows users to independently adjust both CPU and case fan speeds with multiple dedicated controllers based on different ambient temperatures, climate conditions and system loads. Built-in profiles offer flexible automatic and manual fan - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 18
This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1-6 Chapter - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 19
efficiency requirement in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. ASUS P9X79 PRO 1-7 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 20
Chapter 1 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 21
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. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-1 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 22
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.7 Internal connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 23
/Slots 1. DDR3 DIMM slots 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. LGA2011 CPU socket 4. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CPU_OPT_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) 5. MemOK! switch 6. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56) 7. Intel® X79 Serial ATA - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 24
with a surface mount LGA2011 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition/ Core™ i7 Processors. 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 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 25
System memory The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 PRO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 26
• Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 27
socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM • • • • P9X79 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 9-9-9-24 9-11-9-27 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-10-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-11-9-28 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-28 9 9 9-9-9-24 9 9-11-9-27 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 28
Chapter 2 P9X79 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS A-DATA AX3U2000GB2G9B(XMP) 2GB 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.6 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.5 1.5 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 29
x 2GB) DS Chip Chip Brand NO. - - - - Timing Voltage 9-9-9-24 1.6 - 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM • • • • • • P9X79 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors A-DATA A-DATA A-DATA CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 30
P9X79 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2GB DS Chip Brand - Chip NO. - Timing 9 9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM - • • 1. • Team T3D1288LT-16 7-7-7-24 1.65 • Team T3D1288RT-16 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 31
Chapter 2 P9X79 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability 9-9-924 9-9-924 9-9-924 9-9-924 9-9-924 9-9-924 7-7-724 9-9-924 9-9-924 9 - - - - - 9 9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM - • • • 1.25~1.35 • • • • - • • • • - • - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 32
P9X79 PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support 65 • • PSC PC310600U-9-10-A0 1GB SS PSC A3P1GF3FGF - - • • • PSC PC310600U-9-10-B0 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3FGF - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 33
-marked value • 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. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-13 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 34
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. Chapter 2 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16) 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot (triple at x16 / x8 / x8 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 35
Audio - - - - - Marvell 9128 Hardware RAID Controller - - - shared - PCIE x16_2 shared - - - - PCIE x16_3 shared - - - - PCIE x16_4 shared - - - - PCIE x 1_2 shared - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-15 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 36
Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or opencase 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 you to - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 37
boot and load BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS P9X79 PRO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 38
boot process and enter BIOS setup to reenter data. 5. TPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. Chapter 2 • The TPU LED - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 39
the OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-19 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 40
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. Chapter 2 2. Q-LEDs The ID LEDs provide an elegant embellishment to the motherboard design. DRAM_LED P9X79 PRO P9X79 PRO CPU/ DRAM/ BOOT_DEVICE/ VGA LED CPU_LED VGA_LED - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 41
the OS environment, the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-21 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 42
loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes Microcode not found Microcode not loaded PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 43
Recovery firmware image is loaded Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is not available Recovery capsule is not found Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-23 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 44
PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 45
Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available Chapter 2 ACPI/ASL Checkpoints Code 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x10 0x20 0x30 0x40 0xAC 0xAA Description System is entering - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 46
bit: Intel IRST driver for X79 platform will NOT support Windows XP 32 bit. Please set to [IDE Mode] for OS installation. 64 bit: When [SATA Mode] is set to [AHCI Mode][RAID Mode], it is necessary to load IRST Driver from driver disk during OS Windows XP 64 bit installation for the system to detect - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 47
Driver during Windows 7 or Vista installation for the system to detect the Optical Disk Drive (the ODD should be connected to the Intel SATA ports), or else the ODD will not run. We strongly recommend you save the IRST Driver from SCD to the USB Flash Drive before OS installation. ASUS P9X79 PRO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 48
• If you want to install a Windows operating system to a RAID configuration created using the Marvell SATA controller, you have to create a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS installation. For 32/64bit Windows XP OS, load first the Marvell shared library - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 49
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 3.0 solution. You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 box to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-29 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 50
USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 51
) 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. Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-31 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 52
forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • If you install - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 53
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 panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 54
• Use of a PSU with a higher power output is recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 55
depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-35 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 56
system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 2011 CPU Intel LGA 2011 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 57
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 A 2 B Load lever 3 C4 A B A B ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-37 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 58
Chapter 2 5 6 Triangle mark 7 8 B A 9B A 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 59
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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 B 2 A A B Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-39 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 60
2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 61
2.3.5 1 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 Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-41 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 62
3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 63
2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR OR Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-43 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 64
2.3.7 1 SATA device connection OR 2 OR Chapter 2 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 65
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- IDE_LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector Chapter 2 USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P9X79 PRO AAFP 2-45 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 66
2.3.9 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 67
or incompatibility in file format.If this is the case, please restart the system to turn off the light. 3. Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process causing the system unable to reboot, please contact the local service station for help. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-47 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 68
6G port 3. Bluetooth module* 4. USB 2.0 ports 1,2,3 and 4 5. BIOS Flashback switch 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 9. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 10. Audio I/O ports*** *, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for bluetooth module LED, LAN port - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 69
set the ASMedia® 1061 SATA controllers item in the BIOS setting to [Enabled] and install the ASMedia® 1061 SATA controllers from the motherboard support DVD. Refer to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. * Bluetooth module LED indications Status Off Blue Blinking Description - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 70
Chapter 2 2.3.12 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 71
Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers When the DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC II function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the gray port. ASUS P9X79 PRO 2-51 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 72
may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 73
the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. �S�e�e��s�e��c�ti�o�n� 2.3.10 Rear Panel connection for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. The BIOS - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 74
CPU/CPU_OPT/Chassis fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode P9X79 PRO Chapter 3 Quick switch to frequently used menus. Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode Normal mode Loads optimized - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 75
For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-3 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 76
items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu Esc> or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu -up window Select a menu item and press to display a pop-up window with the the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 77
BIOS Version Build Date EC F/W Version ME Version 0228 x64 08/26/2011 MBECE-X79-0208 7.1.20.1089 CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 2.30GHz Speed 2300 MHz Memory Information Total Memory 2048 MB (DDR3) Speed 1333 MHz System Language English System Date System - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 78
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. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 79
the settings of the Ai Tweaker 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 installed on the motherboard. Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-7 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 80
Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. The following two items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual]. BCLK Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 81
DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3_1333MHz] [DDR31600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3_2133MHz] [DDR3_2400MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-9 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 82
. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 83
Scroll down to display the following items: Scroll down to display the following items: Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-11 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 84
to adjust the value. T��h�e��v�a�l�u�e��s�r�a�n��g�e��fr�o�m���1�6��t�o��6�3��w��it�h��1��in�t�e�r�v�a�l�. DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the value. T��h�e��v�a��lu�e��s�r�a�n��g�e��f�ro��m��4��t�o��1�5��w�i�t�h��1�i�n�t�e�r�v�a�l�. 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 85
] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] DRAM IOL (CHA D0 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: 2 Clock] [Delay 3 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 5 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 7 Clock] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-13 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 86
(CHA D1 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] [ Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 5 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 7 Clock] Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 87
(CHB D1 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 3 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 5 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 7 Clock] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-15 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 88
(CHC D1 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] [ Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 5 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 7 Clock] Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 89
CHD D1 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 ] Enhanced Training (CHB) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-17 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 90
Duty Sense (CHD) [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the value. T��h�e��v�a��lu�e��s�r�a�n��g�e��f�ro��m��0��t�o��3�1��w�i�t�h��1�i�n�t�e�r�v�a�l�. MCH Recheck [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 91
percentages to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specifiation. ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-19 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 92
module while changing the DIGI+ Power Control controller is decided by VCCSA Load-Line. Set to a higher value for system performance, or to a lower value for better thermal solution. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 93
performance. Reducing phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 94
2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. CPU Ratio [Auto] This item allows user manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio, The value will be limit to CPU base or factory setting. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology, allows the system - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 95
to set the Offset voltage. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-23 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 96
values of the CPU VCORE/VCCSA Voltage, CPU VCORE/VCCSA Manual Voltage, DRAM Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage, VTTCPU Voltage and PCH 1.1V/1.5V Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. Refer to the table below for details. • The system may need better - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 97
might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. DRAM Read REF Voltage on CHC [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM Control Reference Voltage on Channel C/D. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-25 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 98
to [Enabled] for EMI control. 3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 99
Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Tool Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. [Enabled] Enables the - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 100
several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. 3.5.2 CPU Power Management Configuration CPU Ratio Auto Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Turbo Mode Enabled CPU C1E Auto CPU C3 Report Auto CPU C6 Report Auto CPU C7 Report Auto Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 101
(Blue) ASUS CB-521 ATAPI Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_4 (Blue) Hot Plug Not Present Disabled SATA 3G_5 (Blue) Hot Plug Not Present Disabled SATA 3G_6 (Blue) Hot Plug Not Present Disabled Boot Tool (1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI Mode. (3) RAID Mode. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-29 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 102
devices. Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance system. When read/write of your hard disk errors Support Support - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 103
Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-31 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 104
be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 105
legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-33 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 106
audio output. Bluetooth Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] ASUS BT GO! is enabled. [Disabled] ASUS BT GO! is disabled. Intel LAN Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller. [Enabled] Enables the Intel LAN controller. Intel ASM1061 Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 107
user-configurable with set values. ErP Ready [Disabled] This item allows user to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to Enabled, all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-35 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 108
Standard Chassis 4 Q-Fan Control Enabled Chassis 4 Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Chassis 4 Fan Profile Standard CPU Voltage +1.184 V 3.3V Voltage +3.312 V 5V Voltage +5.080 V 12V Voltage +12.192 V Anti Surge Support Enabled Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 109
il�l�o�p�e��ra��te��a�t��th��e�m��i�n�i�m�u��m� duty cycle. 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. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-37 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 110
chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set Chassis 1/2/3/4 Fan Profile to [Manual]. Chassis 1/2/3/4 Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 111
Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-39 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 112
access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: - Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 113
Boot Exit Tool Chapter 3 UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Tool\ ASUS DRAM Information\ ASUS SPD Information > Monitor DIMM Slot # DIMM_B1 Manufacure Module 1333 1.500 9 9 9 24 33 10 4 74 5 5 20 Exit Boot DIMM Slot number Tool ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-41 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 114
Yes. Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. �K�e��y��in��t�h�e���p�r�o�f�i�le� number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 115
the SATA6G_E2 hard disk will be erased for EZ Backup setup. Drive Xpert Device(s) List: SATA 6G E1 (Gray) / SATA 6G E2 (Gray) Press to display the information of the hard disks which are connected to the SATA6G_E1 and SATA6G_E2 connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-43 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 116
or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Exit Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch UEFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 117
Service Provider (ISP). Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 118
download. Click Next. Chapter 3 4. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 119
instructions to complete the update process. • 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. ASUS P9X79 PRO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 120
> to enable it. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P9X79 PRO fs0:\ Drive 79 fs0:\ fs1:\ VER: 0220 Folder Info 08/05/10 10:23p 4194304 Exit DATE: 08/09/2011 P9X79D.ROM File Infor MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE: [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [Up/Down/PageUp - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 121
requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-49 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 122
utility screen displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save them on the USB - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 123
return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: P9X79 PRO VER: 0220 DATE: 08/09/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: Chapter 3 ASUS P9X79 PRO 3-51 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 124
automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 125
drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to use the devices. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Click an item to install The Make Disk menu contains items to create the RAID/AHCI driver disk. The Manual - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 126
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 files. 1. Click on the Manual tab. Click on ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 127
information, and to customize the settings of AI Suite II. Chapter 4 Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 128
not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Click to select mode Load profile Target values Current values Click to show settings Save - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 129
immediately • Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-5 Chapter 4 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 130
the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 131
appears indicating the overclocking process. Click Stop if you want to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-7 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 132
frequency range simultaneously. CPU Power Phase Control Increase phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance. Reduce phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency. CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 133
phase response to increase system performance or to slower phase response to increase DRAM power efficiency. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Chapter 4 ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-9 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 134
modes automatically according to current system status. You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 135
your PC's system loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible automatic and manual fan speed controls to achieve a quiet and cool environment. Launching FAN Xpert+ After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert+ by clicking Tool > FAN Xpert+ on - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 136
of the three system statuses for certain purposes. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Sensor Recorder by clicking Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using Sensor Recorder Click on Voltage/ Temperature/ Fan Speed tabs - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 137
unit. Chapter 4 Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-13 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 138
your smartphone as the remote controller via the bluetooth connection for the BT Turbo Key, Pocket Media, and Reset/Off functions. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • The Bluetooth word mark and logos are - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 139
or UASP mode (if UASP is supported by the connected device). 3. You can manually switch the USB 3.0 mode back to Normal mode at any time. Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-15 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 140
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 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 141
do with the BIOS utility. Click on Next and follow the instructions to complete your request. • Update BIOS from Internet Download the latest BIOS utility from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com) and follow the suggested procedures to update the BIOS version on your system. • Download BIOS from - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 142
the motherboard support DVD, launch MyLogo by clicking Update> MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using MyLogo Select the way you would like to do update your boot logo. Then click Next and follow the given instructions. Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard 1. Under Current BIOS, click - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 143
BIOS file and update (or do not update) this BIOS to the motherboard 1. At BIOS File, Browse to download the requested BIOS file to your system. This utility will help you detect the compatibility of the BIOS version. 2. Then at Picture File, Browse to select the desired image for boot logo. Click - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 144
status B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Configuration options Set default device buttons Connector settings Exit button Minimize button Control settings window Chapter 4 Information button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 145
4.4 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions: • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • Mavell® RAID utility with RAID 0 and RAID 1 support. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 146
through the BIOS Setup. Due to chipset limitation, when set any of SATA ports to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 147
Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done Chapter 4 ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-23 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 148
values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. When or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 4-24 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 149
and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.0.0.1032 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ DELETE VOLUME MENU 2. Press to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-25 Chapter 4 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 150
controller allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID 1 array using two SATA hard disk drives. Refer to Chapter 2 of your motherboard user manual └ PD 8: ST3160812AS Information Vendor ID : Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version: PCIe Speed Rate : Configure SATA as - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 151
Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Configure->Select free disksCreate stripe size is recommended for applications requiring large data transfers such as audio, video, and graphics. A smaller stripe size is better for applications image below. Chapter 4 ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-27 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 152
Device ID : Revision ID : BIOS Version : Firmware Version: PCIe Speed Rate : Configure SATA as: 1B4B 9130 B1 1.0.0.1028 2.2.0.1105 5.0Gbps AHCI Mode ▶ ▶ Help Marvell RAID on chip controller disk. ENTER: Operation F10: Exit/Save ESC: Return Chapter 4 4-28 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 153
Press to delete the Master Boot Record (MBR) from the selected RAID array. 3. Press . The following warning message appears: Exit Do you want to exit from Marvell BIOS Setup? Yes No Press to save the RAID setting and exit the Marvell RAID utility. Chapter 4 ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-29 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 154
floppy disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel X79 RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID driver disk. 5. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. 6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 155
corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. Chapter 4 ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-31 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 156
, and insert the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. 2. Right-click My Computer on the Windows® desktop or start menu, and then select Manage from the pop-up window. or 3. Select Device Manager. From the Universal Serial Bus controllers, right-click xxxxxx USB Floppy, and then select Properties - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 157
= "PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2822&CC_0104","iaStor" id= "USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901", "usbstor" Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the file. ASUS P9X79 PRO 4-33 Chapter 4 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 158
Chapter 4 4-34 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 159
. 2. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS P9X79 PRO 5-1 - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 160
the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi- or a DVI cable to the graphics card. goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 161
Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > Performance > AMD CrossFireXTM Configuration. 2. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. 3. Select Enable CrossFireXTM. 4. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. 1 ASUS P9X79 PRO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 162
supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com). • Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. See Chapter 2 for details. • We recommend that you install additional chassis fans - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 163
Windows® Vista™ operating system. Launching the NVIDIA Control Panel You can launch the NVIDIA Control Panel by the following two methods. A. Right click on the empty space of the Windows® desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears (See Step B5). ASUS P9X79 PRO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 164
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. 5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 165
then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel. Chapter 5 B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Set SLI Configuration. Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. ASUS P9X79 PRO - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 166
Chapter 5 5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 167
CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-812-282-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany - Asus P9X79 PRO | User Manual - Page 168
Name : Motherboard Model Number : P9X79 PRO Conforms device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Representative Person's Name : Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : Aug. 26, 2011 EN 300 328 V1.7.1(2006-10) EN 300 440-1 V1.4.1(
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