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9. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Chapter 1 The TPM module is purchased separately. 10. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function. Connect 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-E Series 1-21

Section	Page
Safety information	6
About this guide	7
X99-E specifications summary	9
Package contents	15
Installation tools and components	16
Chapter 1: Product Introduction	17
1.1 Motherboard overview	17
1.1.1 Before you proceed	17
1.1.2 Motherboard layout	18
1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	20
1.1.4 System memory	21
1.1.5 Expansion slots	23
1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches	25
1.1.7 Jumpers	27
1.1.8 Onboard LEDs	29
1.1.9 Internal connectors	30
Chapter 2: Basic Installation	41
2.1 Building your PC system	41
2.1.1 Motherboard installation	41
2.1.2 CPU installation	43
2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation	45
2.1.4 DIMM installation	46
2.1.5 ATX power connection	47
2.1.6 SATA device connection	48
2.1.7 Front I/O connector	49
2.1.8 Expansion card installation	50
2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections	51
2.2.1 Rear I/O connection	51
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections	53
2.3 Starting up for the first time	55
2.4 Turning off the computer	56
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup	57
3.1 Knowing BIOS	57
3.2 BIOS setup program	58
3.2.1 EZ Mode	59
3.2.2 Advanced Mode	60
3.2.3 QFan Control	63
3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard	65
3.3 My Favorites	68
3.4 Main menu	70
3.5 Ai Tweaker menu	71
3.6 Advanced menu	73
3.6.1 CPU Configuration	74
3.6.2 PCH Configuration	75
3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration	76
3.6.4 System Agent (SA) Configuration	77
3.6.5 USB Configuration	78
3.6.6 Platform Misc Configuration	78
3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration	79
3.6.8 APM Configuration	80
3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration	81
3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information	81
3.7 Monitor menu	82
3.8 Boot menu	83
3.9 Tool menu	85
3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility	85
3.9.2 Secure Erase	86
3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile	87
3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information	88
3.10 Exit menu	89
3.11 Updating BIOS	90
3.11.1 EZ Update	90
3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3	91
3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3	93
Chapter 4: RAID Support	95
4.1 RAID configurations	95
4.1.1 RAID definitions	95
4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks	96
4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS	96
4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility	100
4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk	104
4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®	104
Appendix	105
Notices	105

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Chapter 1

TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM)

This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely

stores keys, digital certiﬁcates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps

enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.

10.

DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT)

This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function.

Connect 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.

The TPM module is purchased separately.