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Motherboard X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 2
Open Source Software licenses. If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address [email protected], stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 3
...vi About this guide...vii X99-DELUXE II specifications summary ix Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xviii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 4
3.8 Boot menu 3-27 3.9 Tool menu 3-29 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-29 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-30 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-31 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-32 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-32 3.10 Exit menu 3-33 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-34 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-34 3.11.2 ASUS - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 5
RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-6 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-10 4.2.1 Creating a RAID - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 6
supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 7
of the BIOS parameters are also provided. 4. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 8
of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 9
X99-DELUXE II specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage New Intel® Core™ i7 Processors on LGA 2011-v3 Socket Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0* * The support of these features depends on the CPU types. Intel® X99 Chipset 8 x - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 10
X99-DELUXE II specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Bluetooth Audio Intel® X99 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and Intel Rapid Storage Technology 14 support - 1 x SATA Express port (compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 8 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports* - Supports Intel® Smart - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 11
X99-DELUXE II specifications summary USB ASUS Exclusive Features Intel® X99 Chipset- supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost - 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) ASMedia® USB 3.1 controllers- supports ASUS USB 3.1 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 12
status with smart devices in real time USB BIOS Flashback SLI/CFX switch PC Cleaner - Fast and easy way to get rid of unnecessary junk files Q-Design - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, BOOT, PCIE_LED) - ASUS Q-Shield (continued on the next page - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 13
X99-DELUXE II specifications summary ASUS Special Features ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS 5X Protection II: - ASUS LANGuard - 2.5X higher surge tolerance - ASUS Overvoltage Protection - World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 8 Phase - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 14
X99-DELUXE II specifications summary Rear Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x ASUS 3T3R Wi-Fi GO! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.0) 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 2 x Intel LAN (RJ45) ports 3 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 ports (teal blue, Type-A) 1 x USB - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 15
X99-DELUXE II specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating system support Form factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 16
Motherboard ASUS X99-DELUXE II motherboard 1 x 3T3R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x RGB LED extension cable 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x ASUS 2-WAY/3-WAY SLI bridge 8 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x Onboard M.2 X4 bracket 1 x Q-Connector User Manual - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 17
x Thermistor cables Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card 1 x Hyper M.2 X4 Mini Card ThunderboltEX 3 Card 1 x M.2 screw package TUHSUBN3D.E1RTBYOPLETC 3 USB 3.1 T YPE A M INI DisplayPort IN 1 x Thunderbolt EX `3 Card 1 x miniDP to DP cable 1 x ThunderboltEX 3 cable • If any of the above items is damaged or - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 18
® LGA2011-v3 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA2011-v3 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 19
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 X99-DELUXE II Series 1-1 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 20
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 21
pin USB1112) 15. SLI/CFX switch 16. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34) 17. T_Sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) 18. RGB Header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 19. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 20. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) 21. Q-Code LEDs 22. Reset button 23. Power-on button 24. Front panel audio - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 22
. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA2011-v3 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 23
The motherboard comes with eight DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) Quad Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 24
is then mapped for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65 V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 25
x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_5 slot Slot Description 28-LANE PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_5 slot ASUS X99-DELUXE II - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 26
N/A x8 Triple VGA/PCIe cards x8 x8 x8 N/A 28-LANE CPU PCI Express 3.0 operating mode VGA configuration PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_4 Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (single VGA recommended) N/A N/A Dual VGA/PCIe cards x16 x8 N/A Triple VGA/PCIe cards x8 x8 x8 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 27
-LANE CPU Bandwidth allocation PCIEX16_2 X2 not occupied (default) X2 occupied X4 none USB3_34 V V (USB 2.0 speed) V (USB 2.0 speed) V USB3.1_EA34 V V V M.2 PCIEX16_3 X16 (default) - X8 V U.2_2 V PCIEX16_5 X8 (default) X4 U.2_1 V SATA Express SATA SATA SATA SATA/PCIE ASUS X99-DELUXE - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 28
Chapter 1 28-LANE CPU Bandwidth allocation PCIEX16_2 X2 not occupied (default) X2 occupied X4 none USB3_34 V V (USB 2.0 speed) V (USB 2.0 speed) V USB3.1_EA34 V V V SATA Express SATA SATA SATA SATA/PCIE PCIEX16_3 X8 (default) none USB3.1_EA34 V SATA Express V 1 shared with PCIEX16_2 1 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 29
. The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 1-11 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 30
to boot up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! button to boot and load the BIOS default settings. A message 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 www.asus.com - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 31
near the PCIE slots light up when the SLI/ CFX switch is enabled. Refer to section 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the SLI/CFX and PCIE LEDs. • After adjusting PCIE bandwidth in the BIOS, shut down the system for the PCIE LEDs to update the lighting effect. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 32
switch to overclock the installed DIMMs, allowing you to enhance the DIMM's speed and performance. 1.1.7 Jumpers 1. CPU Over Voltage jumper (3-pin CPU_OV) The CPU Over Voltage jumper allows you to set a higher CPU voltage for a flexible overclocking system, depending on the type of the installed - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 33
components during POST (Power-On Self-Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. 2. EZ XMP LED (XLED1) This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 1-15 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 34
Chapter 1 3. SLI/CFX LED The SLI/CFX LEDs light up when SLI/CFX switch is enabled. 4. PCIE LEDs The PCIE LEDs light up to indicate which PCIE slots to use when SLI/CFX switch is enabled. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 35
Chapter 1 5. ID LEDs The ID LEDs light up to bring you an ultimate lighting effect. 6. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 1-17 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 36
Chapter 1 Q-Code table Code 00 01 02 03 04 06 07 08 09 0B 0C - 0D 0E 0F 10 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed (continued - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 37
Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) (continued on the next page) ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 1-19 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 38
initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 39
to the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • The SATAEXPRESS_1 connector can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. • Due to chipset behavior, the SATA6G_78 and SATA6G_910 ports do not support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology and RAID configuration. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 40
this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 41
ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. • These USB 3.0 ports support native UASP transfer standard in Windows® 8 / Windows® 8.1 and Turbo Mode when using USB 3.0 Boost feature. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 1-23 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 42
Chapter 1 5. U.2 connector (U.2_1-2) This motherboard comes with two U.2 connectors which support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. The system will reboot several times during the switching process. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 43
will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 1-25 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 44
is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN, and EXT_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 3 feature on X99 platform. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • All - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 45
you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides 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 ensure the system stability. ASUS X99-DELUXE II - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 46
System panel connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 47
the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. Ensure that your chassis comes with the extra button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 48
cables are purchased separately. 13. M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install an M.2 (NGFF) SSD module. This socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242/2260/2280 PCIe storage devices. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module is purchased separately. 1-30 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 49
supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up under the operating system. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 1-31 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 50
is for the thermistor cable that monitors the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard's component to detect its temperature. Chapter 1 1-32 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 51
vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 2-1 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 52
3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 53
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. Chapter 2 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 2-3 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 54
Triangle mark Triangle mark Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 55
2.1.3 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 Chapter 2 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 2-5 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 56
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 57
2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 2-7 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 58
2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 59
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series AAFP 2-9 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 60
2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 61
To install HYPER M.2 x4 card Chapter 2 The SSD card is purchased separately. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 2-11 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 62
To install FAN EXTENSION CARD Chapter 2 The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 63
3C Chapter 2 USB 3.1 TYPE A MINI DisplayPort IN THUUSNBD3E.R1 BTOYLPTE 3C USB 3.1 TYPE A MINI DisplayPort IN The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 64
antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. IO Shield BIOS • Ensure that the ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! software. • Ensure that the antenna is at least - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 65
shield) then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Place the bundled support DVD to the optical drive and install the USB BIOS Flashback Wizard. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. 2. Insert - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 66
2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. USB BIOS Flashback button 2. Intel® LAN port (LAN2)* 3. Intel® LAN port (LAN1)* 4. USB 2.0 ports 7-10 (Third port from the top port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 5. USB 3.1 Type-A port EA1 6. USB - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 67
then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port You can disable the LAN controllers in BIOS. Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to blink even when disabled. ** Audio Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 2-17 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 68
2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 69
Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 If you are using Windows® 8.1/10 platform, use only the light blue audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 2-19 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 70
ATX power button. If your monitor complies with the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on. The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 71
, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 2-21 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 72
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BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as X99D2.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 74
reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 75
modes Selects the display language Creates storage RAID and of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 76
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 Go back to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 77
Wizard (F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-5 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 78
button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Chapter 3 Quick Note (F9) This button list of options. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 79
QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-7 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 80
Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 81
OC setup RAID setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 82
then click Yes to start the OC Tuning. Creating RAID To create RAID: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 2. Click RAID then click Next. from the BIOS screen to open • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 83
, click Next then select from Super Speed (RAID 0) or Super Speed (RAID 5). 5. After selecting the type of RAID, click Next then click Yes to continue the RAID setup. 6. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-11 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 84
My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. 3-12 Chapter - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 85
• User-managed items such as language and boot order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 4. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-13 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 86
system date, time, language, and security settings. Chapter 3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 87
. [Manual] Automatically optimizes the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency. [XMP] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (XMP) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 88
] - [DDR4-4266MHz] TPU This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air cooling overclocking conditions. [TPU II] Applies - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 89
] [Enabled] 3.6 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. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-17 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 90
options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 91
] 3.6.2 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. PCIe Speed This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-19 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 92
to the corresponding SATA port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 SATA Controller(s) This item allows you to enable (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 93
] Hot Plug These items appears only when the SATA Mode Selection is set to [AHCI] and allows you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.4 System Agent (SA) Configuration Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-21 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 94
Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform-related features. Chapter 3 3-22 Chapter - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 95
slot runs at X16 mode by default. The system will automatically detect the M.2 device and switch the bandwidth to M.2 and U.2_2 ports. The PCIEX16_3 slot will then run at X8 mode. [U.2_2] M.2 and U.2_2 ports will both run at X4 mode. The PCIEX16_3 slot will run at X8 mode. ASUS X99-DELUXE II - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 96
enabled. [X4 mode] The PCIEX16_5 slot will run at X8 mode for high performance support with U.2_1 disabled. USB Type C Power Switch [Auto] The system will automatically detect your USB Type C devices and provide suitable power if needed. [Enabled] The USB Type C port will always provide power - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 97
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled (S4+S5] [Enabled (S5)] 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. Chapter 3 NVM Express devices do not support SMART information. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-25 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 98
3.6.11 NVMe Configuration This menu displays the NVMe controller and Drive information of the connected devices. 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Chapter 3 3-26 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 99
the boot speed. The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled]. Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. ASUS X99-DELUXE II - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 100
better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. The following items appear only when you set the Launch CSM to [Enabled]. Boot Devices - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 101
This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-29 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 102
, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of this manual. Displays the available SSDs Chapter 3 Status definition: • Frozen. The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure. The BIOS guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing them prior to booting. If the drive is - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 103
BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press , and then select Yes. Load/Save Profile from/to USB Drive This item allows you to load or save profile from your USB drive, load and save profile to your USB drive. ASUS X99-DELUXE II - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 104
your system. GPU Post This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 105
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. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Chapter 3 the RGB LED lighting on or off. Configuration options: [On] [Off] ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-33 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 106
support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 3.11.1 EZ Update The EZ Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 107
the latest BIOS, and then press . 6. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 7. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 3-35 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 108
• This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 109
you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the 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 X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 110
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parity (redundancy data) having to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 4 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 4-1 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 112
Enter>. 3. Set the SATA Controller Mode Selection item to [RAID Mode]. 4. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Disabled]. 5. Save your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, then enter the BIOS Setup again. 6. Go to the Advanced menu > Intel(R) Rapid - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 113
name for the RAID set and press . 3. When the RAID Level item is selected, press to select the RAID level to create, and then press . 4. Under Select Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 4-3 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 114
from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: - RAID 0: 128 KB - RAID 10: 64 KB - RAID 5: 64 KB We recommend a lower strip size for server systems, editing. 6. When the Capacity (MB) item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press . The default value indicates - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 115
the RAID volume you want to delete and press . The following screen appears: 2. When the Delete item is selected, press , then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 116
you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4:RAID Support - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 117
ST3160812AS Serial # 9LS0HJA4 9LS0F4HL 3LS0JYL8 9LS0BJ5H Size 149.0GB 149.0GB 149.0GB 149.0GB Status Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done Chapter 4 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 4-7 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 118
to select the strip size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only), and then following are typical values: - RAID 0: 128 KB - RAID 10: 64 KB - RAID 5: 64 KB We recommend item is selected, enter the RAID volume capacity that you want create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 119
Menu [DEL]-Delete Volume 2. Use the up/down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete, and then press . The following warning to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series 4-9 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 120
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. To set up a Windows® UEFI operating system under RAID mode, ensure to - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 121
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series A-1 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 122
Appendix 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 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 123
button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series A-3 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 124
must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 125
available at: www.asus.com/support This device may be operated in the countries listed below: Franç asus.com/support Ovaj uređaj može se koristiti u dolje navedenim zemljama: AT BE BG CH CY CZ DE DK EE ES FI FR GB GR HU IE IT IS LI LT LU LV MT NL NO PL PT RO SE SI SK TR ASUS X99-DELUXE II - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 126
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Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : X99-DELUXE II / President Signature : Date : Mar. 31, 2016 Ver. 140331 ASUS X99-DELUXE II Series A-7 - Asus X99-DELUXE II | X99-DELUXE II user s manual English - Page 128
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