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    X99-S Motherboard
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    applicable license entitles you to the source code of such software and/or other additional data, you may obtain it for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of reproduction and
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    CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-11 2.3 Motherboard
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    57 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-57 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-58 3.9.3 ASUS DRAM SPD Information 3-59 3.10 Exit menu 3-60 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-61 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-61 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-61 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-63 Appendices Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information
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    are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the
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    of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Optional
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    note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task
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    X99-S specifications summary LGA2011-v3 socket for Intel® Core™ i7 processors Supports 22nm CPU CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* Chipset Memory * The support of this feature depends on the CPU types. Intel® X99 Express Chipset 8 x DIMM, max. 64 GB, DDR4 3200 (O.C.) / 3000
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    X99-S specifications summary ASMedia® SATA Express controller*** - 1 x SATA Express ports (gray at bottom, compatible with 2 x SATA 6 Gb/s ports) Storage LAN Audio USB * Due to chipset behavior, the SATA6G_78 and SATA6G_910 ports (black) do not support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology including
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    for SATA Express Special Memory O.C. Design - Superb memory O.C. capability under full load by minimizing the coupling noise and signal reflection effect Thunderbolt Ready (Optional) - Blistering-fast 20 Gb/s data transfer upgrades with ThunderboltEX II series Powerful Home Server ASUS HomeCloud
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    sound power with different usage scenarios Steam support - Compatible with the most fun gaming platform under Windows® system ASUS EZ DIY Push Notice - Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time USB BIOS Flashback - with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling UEFI BIOS
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    ports 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with vertical M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIe mode only) 2 x SATA Express connectors (gray) 8 x SATA 6 Gb/s connectors (4 x gray, 4 x black) 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector for both 3-pin (DC mode) and 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control with auto
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    (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 8 / Windows® 7 ATX form factor: 12 in. x 9.6 in. (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii
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    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items ASUS X99-S motherboard 3 x Serial ATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit* M.2 Bracket Support DVD 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector User Manual User Guide • If any of the above items is damaged
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    Intel® LGA2011-v3 compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA2011-v3 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Philips (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
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    socket for Intel® Core™ i7 processors This motherboard supports Intel® Core™ i7 processors in the LGA2011-v3 package. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, quad-channel DDR4 memory slots and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. Intel® X99 Express Chipset Intel® X99 Express
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    Support The motherboard supports the quad-channel DDR4 memory that features data transfer rates of DDR4 3200 MHz to boost the system's performance, and to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of 3D graphics, multimedia and Internet applications. Dual PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 Support With an x4 PCI Express
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    motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 1 ASUS X99
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    1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    pin EXT_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4 ) 3. LGA2011-v3 CPU socket 4. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 5. MemOK! button 6. M.2 Socket 3 7. EPU switch 8. Intel® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12, SATA 6G_34, SATA 6G_56/SATAEXPRESS_1, SATA 6G_78, SATA6G_910) 9. ASMedia® Serial
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    Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2011-v3 socket designed for Intel® 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
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    The motherboard comes with eight DDR 4 (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 Chapter 1 ASUS X99
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    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
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    X99-DELUXE Motherboard SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 68 DS Hynix H5AN4G 17-18-18 -16-16-35 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 68 -15-15-36 15-15-15-36 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 68 1.2V • • 1.2V • 1.2V • 1.
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    FBU2B008GM 4GB 8GB 8GB (4GBx2) 16GB (8GBx2) 8GB SS/ Chip DS Brand SS Micron Chip NO. D9RGQ Timing 15-15-15-37 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 6 8 1.2V • • • • DS Micron D9RGQ 15-15-15-37 1.2V • • • • SS Micron D9RGQ 15-15-15-37 1.2V • • • • DS Micron D9RGQ 15
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    the motherboard. • 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. Chapter 1 ASUS X99
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    1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No adjust its bandwidth in BIOS. Refer to Chapter 3 for more information. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • For a higher performance of the 3-Way configuration using the 40-LANE CPU, adjust the bandwidth of the PCIe x16_5 slot to x8 mode in BIOS. Refer
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    x4_1 shared - - - - - - - SMBUS Controller - - shared - - - - - Intel® SATA Controller 1 - shared - - - - - - Intel® SATA Controller 2 shared - - - - - - - Intel® LAN1 (i218V) Intel® xHCI Intel® EHCI 1 Intel® EHCI 2 - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - shared
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    when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system. The button also lights up when the
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    manual or at www.asus. 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
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    powered off. • When the TPU switch is set to Enabled (TPU_I: CPU Ratio Boost), the system automatically adjusts the CPU CPU BCLK and Ratio Boost), the system automatically adjusts the base clock rate (BLCK) and the CPU 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at
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    the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Enable this switch when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED (O2LED3) 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.
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    SLI/CFX switch light up when you set the SLI/CFX switch to 3-WAY mode or 4-WAY mode. Refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the SLI/CFX LEDs. • When using a 40-LANE CPU, the lighted LED for 3-WAY changes after adjusting the bandwidth of the PCIe x16_5 slot in BIOS. ASUS X99
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    refer to section 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs. 1.2.7 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 CPU. To gain more CPU voltage setting, insert the jumper to pins
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    The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key 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. TPU LEDs (TPU_LED) The TPU LEDs light up when you set
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    3. EPU LED (O2LED3) The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. 4. EZ XMP LED (XLED1) This LED lights up when you enable the EZ XMP switch. Chapter 1 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    5. SLI/CFX LEDs The SLI/CFX LEDs light up when you set the SLI/CFX switch to 3-WAY mode or 4-WAY mode. 6. Q-Code LEDs 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. Chapter 1 ASUS X99-S 1-23
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    Unspecified memory initialization error 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 Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available Reserved for future AMI error codes S3 Resume
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    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 CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM
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    Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System
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    to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. Chapter 1 • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are for data drives only. • The SATAEXPRESS_E1 connector can support one SATA Express device or two SATA devices. ASUS X99-S 1-27
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    . • Before creating a RAID set, refer 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 (black) do not support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology and
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    I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97]. ASUS X99
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    of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • Ensure to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.0 device
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    chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 48 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the
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    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. • The CPU fan connector detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the control modes. To
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    -end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator
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    the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear 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 puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending
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    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-S 1-35 Chapter 1
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    card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt SSD module. Chapter 1 • This socket supports M Key and type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • The M.2 Socket 3 shares bandwidth with PCIe x16_5 slot. Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration of this user guide for more details. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD
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    . By default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps and enable the related options in BIOS if you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. A message appears when you connect the sensor or switch at the first time or when
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    Chapter 1 1-38 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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    layout may 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-S 2-1
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    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
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    Please note the order in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch properly sealed down. Chapter 2 ASUS X99-S 2-3
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    Triangle mark Triangle mark Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    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-S 2-5
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    2.1.5 ATX Power connection OR OR ASUS X99-S 2-7 Chapter 2
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector HDD LED HDD LED+ HDD LED- HDD 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 X99-S AAFP 2-9
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    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    filename/file format error. If this scenario happens, please restart the system to turn off the light. • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. ASUS X99-S 2-11
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    2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Intel® LAN port * 6. 2. USB 2.0 ports 5-6 (Bottom port 7. supports USB BIOS Flashback) 3. USB BIOS Flashback button 8. 4. USB 3.0 ports E910 (Supports USB 9. 3.0 Boost) 5. USB 3.0 ports
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    to the design of the Intel® 9 series chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS X99-S 2-13
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    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 If you are using Windows® 8.1 platform, use only the gray audio port for Side Speaker Out in a 6-channel configuration. ASUS X99-S 2-15
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    power 6. After applying power, the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table)
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    system is ON, 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-S 2-17
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    Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic installation
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    or update. Inappropriate 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 X99-S.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS X99
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    setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press during the Power-On Self Test (POST
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    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
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    control MyFavorite Language Menu bar EZ Tuning Wizard Quick Note Hot Keys Chapter 3 Sub-menu item Menu items Item description Configuration fields Scroll bar Last modified settings Goes back to EZ Mode Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU and memory voltage output 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS
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    . EZ Tuning 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-S 3-5
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    Note (F9) This button above the menu bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. Hot keys
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    3.2.3 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 to activate the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans ASUS X99-S 3-7
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    configure your fans' operating speed. Speed points Click or tap to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and the fans' operating speed. 3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3
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    OC setup RAID setup Tuning your system settings To tune your settings: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen, then click Next. from the BIOS screen to open 2. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. 3. Select the CPU fan type
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    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 connectors. 3. Select the type of storage for your RAID Easy Backup or Super Speed, then click Next
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    3.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-11
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    items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in MyFavorites screen. Main menu panel Submenu panel Selected shortcut items 3. Select an item from main menu panel
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    the BIOS password. See section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default [Not Installed]. After you set a password, these items show [Installed]. ASUS X99
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    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 . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in
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    set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. CPU Strap [Auto] This item allows you to select a strap close to your target BCLK (base clock) for an extreme overclocking, or leave it at [Auto] for the BIOS to upgrade. Configuration options: [Auto] [100MHz] [125MHz] [166MHz] [250MHz] ASUS X99-S 3-15
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    CPU specification, as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to start overclocking you set the CPU Core Ratio to [Per Core]. 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-
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    CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign the CPU installed. Max. CPU Cache
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    or [Ratio First]. To keep the current overclocking tuner status, select [Keep Current Settings]. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU VCCIN and Vcore voltages and achieve the
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    Minimum Pulse Width [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5] - [8] DRAM CAS# Write Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] DRAM Write Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [31] Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-19
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    [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [31] TWRDD2 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [31] TCCDWR [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0] - [7] RTL IOL control DRAM RTL INIT Value [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [127] DRAM RTL (CHA D0 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto
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    ] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [255] DRAM IO-L (CHB D0 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [255] DRAM IO-L (CHB D1 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [255] Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-21
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    ] [1] - [255] DRAM IO-L (CHD D1 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [255] IO control MC Vref(CHA) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [50] - [99.911] MC Vref(CHB) [Auto] Configuration (CHCD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [0.20] Chapter 3 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    with a 0.10 increment. DRAM CLK Period [Auto] This item allows you to set a DRAM clock period. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [19] Memory optimize Control [Auto] This item allows you to optimize the memory control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-23
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    [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel® specification and affects CPU power voltage. The CPU working voltage decreases proportionally to CPU loading. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Select from
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    be monitored. CPU Power Thermal Control [120] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values depend on the CPU installed. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-25
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    the overclocking range and system stability. Set this item to [Manual] to manually set a fixed DRAM switching frequency for an increased overclocking KHz. Internal CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and their features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [
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    rating when the CPU is in low power state, or make the FIVR (fully integrated voltage regulator work in high performance at all times. Configuration options: [Auto] [High Performance] [Balanced] Fully Manual Mode [Disabled] Set this item to [Enabled] to support voltage control via ROG Connect and
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    CPU Cache Voltage to [Manual Mode]. CPU Cache Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU CPU Core Voltage to [Offset Mode]. Offset Mode Sign [+] [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [-] To offset the voltage by a negative value. Chapter 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS
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    CPU including the PCI-E controller and the PCU (power control unit). Configure a high system agent voltage to enhance the overclocking the CPU. Configure a high analog I/O voltage to enhance the overclocking capability the CPU. Configure a high digital I/O voltage to enhance the overclocking
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    Support [Auto] Set this item to [Disabled] to stop the CPU from communicating with the external voltage regulator. Disable this item when you overclock 010V increment. According to Intel® CPU specifications, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65 V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend that
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    enhance the BCLK overclocking capability or reduce the EMI (electromagnetic disturbance) generated by the BCLK. Set this item to [Enabled] for EMI reduction, or set this item to [Disabled] to enhance BCLK overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-31
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    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 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with a supporting OS (SuSE Linux 9.2, RedHat Enterprise 3 Update 3). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS X99-S 3-33
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    speed. [Enabled] The system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to run faster than the base operating frequency when it is below the operating power, current and temperature specification limit. Configuration options: [Enabled
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    This item allows you to set the a C-state support for the CPU package. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] 3.6.2 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. PCIe Speed [Auto] This item allows your
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    ] to activate ASUS RUNWAY SATA Express bridge card Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [On] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the
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    the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. Due to Intel® chipset specification, the SATA ports from controller 2 does not support Intel® Rapid Storage
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    [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) The items in this menu allow you to configure the Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O Enabled] [Disabled] Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the Intel Virtualization Technology for
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    and runs at USB 3.0 mode when the xHCI driver is installed in the operating system. [Smart Auto] Upon detection, the xHCI driver supports the USB 3.0 mode during both POST and operating system. [Enabled] Enables the xHCI controller. [Disabled] Disables the xHCI controller. ASUS X99-S 3-39
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    Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Your system supports the USB 2.0 devices in legacy operating systems. [Disabled] Your USB 2.0 devices can be used for BIOS support. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout
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    features. SA - PCI Express SA SMI ASPM [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the ASPM (L1) support for the downstream devices. Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the ASPM support for all downstream devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [L1 only] ASUS X99
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    only when you set the HD Audio Controller to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD Audio] This item allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD Audio] Sets the front
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    the system is fully powered and operating. [Disabled] Controller to [Enabled]. ASMedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the ASMedia® USB 3.0 battery charging support of your system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS X99
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    power management) controller to save energy when using the ASM1060SE Storage Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATAExpress_E1 SRIS Support ) support for connected SATA Express devices. [Disabled] Select for ASUS RUNWAY SATA Express bridge card. Intel LAN Controller [Enabled
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    AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] Power On By PCI-E/PCI [Disabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the Wake-on-LAN function of the onboard LAN controller the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS X99-S 3-45 Chapter 3
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    The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable/disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE wake event. Configuration keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0 to 5 seconds. Chapter 3 3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. CPU and displays the CPU, chassis, power, and extension fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field ASUS X99-S 3-47 Chapter 3
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    to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the or keys
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    controls from your motherboard. Configuration options: [Disabled] [DC Mode] [PWM Mode] The following items appear only when you set the Chassis Fan 1/4 Q-Fan Control to [PWM Mode] or [DC Mode]. Chassis Fan 1/4 Q-Fan Source [CPU] This item controls via Qfan tuning. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-49
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    , or disable these extension Q-Fan controls from your motherboard. Configuration options: [Disabled] [DC Mode] [PWM Mode] The following items appear only when you set the EXT 1/3 Q-Fan Control to [PWM Mode] or [DC Mode]. EXT 1/3 Q-Fan Source [CPU] This item controls the assigned fan according to
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    down when the voltage exceeds the safe range that protects the motherboard's components. Configuration options: [ON] [OFF] Chassis Intrude Detect Support [ON] This item allows you to on/off the chassis speed. [Enabled] This item allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. ASUS X99-S 3-51
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    the DirectKey button. [Enabled] Allows the system to power on and go to the BIOS Setup directly when you press the Reset button. Connect the 2-pin connector of the chassis reset buton cable to the onboard DRCT header. Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] Returns to normal
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    the BIOS Setup power-on state of the NumLock. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Wait For 'F1' If Error Ensure that your system supports 64-bit PCI BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support
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    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 Device Control [UEFI and nonUEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. Chapter 3 3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load KEK from File This item allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device. Append KEK from File This item allows you to load the additional KEK a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-55
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    , operating system loaders, and UEFI drivers that you can load on the dbx from File This item allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device. Configuration options: [ Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears.
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    number of graphics card to install to your motherboard for best performance. Setup Animator This item allows you to enable or disable the Setup animator. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press
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    and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Profile Name This item allows you to key in a profile name. Save
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    3.9.3 ASUS DRAM SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-59
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    3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each
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    version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The following
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    to the Folder Info field. 6. 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. • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only
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    reference only and may not be exactly the same as actually shown on your computer screen. Before updating BIOS • Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive. • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from http://support.asus.com and save them in your USB flash drive. NTFS is not
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    file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer then press to launch the select boot device screen. 3. When the select boot device screen appears, insert the Support DVD into the optical drive then select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: E1: ASUS DVD
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    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 Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 3.10 Exit menu for details. Chapter 3 ASUS X99-S 3-65
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    Chapter 3 3-66 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    radiate 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. Appendices ASUS X99-S A-1
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    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada
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    or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. See the License for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the License. Appendices ASUS X99-S A-3
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    Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax Telephone Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen
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    (a) Responsible Party Name: 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, X99-S Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart
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