Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product P9X79LE Asus
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Motherboard P9X79 LE.
ii E8039 Revised Edition V2 January 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, t.
iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ................................................................................................
iv Contents 2.5 T urning off the computer ......................................................................... 2-47 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ...........................................................................................
v 4.3.1 AI Suite II..................................................................................... 4-3 4.3.2 T urboV EVO ................................................................................ 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control .............
vi Safety information Electrical safety • T o prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.
vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
ix P9X79 LE specications summary CPU 2nd Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 Processor family for the LGA 201 1 Socket Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 * Refer to Refer to www .asus.com for CPU support list Chipset Intel ® X79 Express Chipset Memory 8 x DIMM, max.
x P9X79 LE specications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Precision T weaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment - vTTCPU: Adjustable I/O voltage at 0.
xi P9X79 LE specications summary Back panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 2 x eSA T A 6Gb/s ports (red) 8-channel Audio I/O Internal I/O connectors 3 x USB 2.
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ASUS P9X79 LE 1-1 Chapter 1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS ® P9X79 LE motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in th.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights 2nd Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 Processor family for the LGA 201 1 Socket This motherboard supports the l.
ASUS P9X79 LE 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control The world’s rst Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - TPU (T urboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit).
1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to ash the BIOS ever! It allows overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily , without even entering their existing BIOS or operating system.
ASUS P9X79 LE 1-5 Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design—Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink offers 0dB cooling for a quiet PC environment. Attractive design enhances the look of the board and case, while temperatures in the chipset and power phase areas stay lower through high efciency heat exchange.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Connector allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. This unique module eliminates the trouble of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed T ake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 1 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-3 Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. DDR3 DIMM slots 2-5 2. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 8-pin EA TX12V) 2-29 3. LGA201 1 CPU socket 2-4 4. CPU, CPU OPT , Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CPU_OPT , 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2/3/4) 2-27 5.
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA201 1 socket designed for the 2 nd Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 Processor Family . • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-5 Chapter 2 Recommended memory congurations 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered, and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-7 Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capability P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200 MHz capability V endors Part No.
2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 MHz capability P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/DS C h i p Brand Chip NO.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-9 Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1866 MHz capability P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1800 MHz capability P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability V endors Part No.
2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 6-6-6-18 1.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-1 1 Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued) V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM Mushkin 996805(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM 8 DIMM CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A1333C9 (XMP) 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-13 Chapter 2 P9X79 LE Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO.
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 For each DRAM channel (A,B,C,D), make sure to install the DRAM module to blue slot rst. • 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into any blue slot as Single-channel memory conguration. Install the module into the D1 slot for better compatibility .
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-15 Chapter 2 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16; dual at x16/x16; triple at x16/x16/x8 mode) 2 PCIe 2.
2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • In CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 and PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-17 Chapter 2 2.2.5 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance.
2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 • When the system is on and you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down. Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly .
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-19 Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs 1. Standby Power LED The Standby Power LED will light up once the system is connected to a power source. 3. BIOS Flashback switch USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system.
2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 3. FLBK LED The FLBK LED lights up when the USB Flashback switch is pressed for three seconds. 2. Q-LEDs These ID LEDs of CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and HDD indicate key component status during POST (Power-on Self T est), providing an elegant embellishment to the motherboard design.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-21 Chapter 2 2.2.7 Jumper 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Y ou can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.
2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-23 Chapter 2 2. Intel ® X79 Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A3G_3–6 [blue]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 3.
2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. Never connect a 13 94 cable to the USB connectors.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-25 Chapter 2 5. TPM con nec to r (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a T rusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certicates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security , protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity .
2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 6. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector , then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-27 Chapter 2 8. CPU, CPU OPT , Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector .
2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 9. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector .
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-29 Chapter 2 1 1. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR; 8-pin EA TX12V) These connectors are for A TX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to t these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down rmly until the connectors completely t.
2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector . The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-31 Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel.
2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation 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.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-33 Chapter 2 B A 9 B A 7 8 T riangle mark 5 6.
2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary .
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-35 Chapter 2 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM 2.3.4 DIMM installation B A.
2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-37 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 3.
2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.6 A TX Power connection 1 2 OR OR.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-39 Chapter 2 2.3.7 SA T A device connection OR 2 OR 1.
2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector IDE_LED POWER SW RESET SW IDE_LED- IDE_LED+ PWR Reset Ground Ground 1 2 T o install ASUS Q-Connector USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 Connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-41 Chapter 2 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards.
2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS le to the USB port, press the BIOS Flashback button, and the BIOS is updated automatically .
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-43 Chapter 2 2.3.1 1 Rear panel connection * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port denitions. Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse port 7. Optical S/PDIF Out port 2. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 8. External SA T A port 3.
2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line O.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-45 Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2.3.12 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports.
2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers.
ASUS P9X79 LE 2-47 Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
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ASUS P9X79 LE 3-1 Chapter 3 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unied Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable more exible and convenient mouse input.
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority .
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations.
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker, Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-5 Chapter 3 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.3.4 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real T ime Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-7 Chapter 3 User Password If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed . After you set a password, this item shows Installed .
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai T weaker menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-9 Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system.
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 T urbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the T rubo CPU ratio. [Auto] All T urbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings All T urbo ratio are set by I.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-1 1 Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items:.
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Scroll down to display the following items:.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-13 Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Scroll down to display the following items: Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clo.
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM WRITE Recovery T ime [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [5 DRAM Clock] – [31 DRAM Clock] DRAM READ to PRE T ime [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [4 .
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-15 Chapter 3 DRAM IOL (CHA D0 R0) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 1 1 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 9 Clock.
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM RTL (CHB D0 R0) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 .
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-17 Chapter 3 DRAM IOL (CHB D1 R1) [Auto] [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 1 1 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 9 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Adv.
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM RTL (CHC D1 R1) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 .
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-19 Chapter 3 DRAM IOL (CHD D1 R0) [Auto] [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 13 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 1 1 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 9 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Adv.
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DIGI+ Power Control CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] CPU Load-line is dened by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-21 Chapter 3 CPU Current Capability [Auto] This item provides wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously .
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Power Duty Control [T .Probe] [T .Probe] Maintains the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Maintains the VRM current balance. CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] Phase number is the number of woorking VRM phase. Increasing phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-23 Chapter 3 CPU Performance Settings The items in this menu is setting for CPU Ratio/Features. is setting for CPU Ratio/Features. CPU Ratio [Auto] This item allows user manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio, The value will be limit to CPU base or factory setting.
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Long Duration Maintained [Auto] This value can vary from 1 to 32, which indicates the time window for T urbo Ratio over TDP should be maintained.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-25 Chapter 3 DRAM V oltage (CHA, CHB) [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 1.99V with a 0.005V interval. DRAM V oltage (CHC, CHD) [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 1.
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM CTRL REF V oltage on CHB [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHB. The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.005x interval. DRAM DA T A REF V oltage on CHB [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DA T A REF Voltage on CHB.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-27 Chapter 3 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-29 Chapter 3 CPU Power Management Conguration CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency . Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model.
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU C1E [Auto] [Auto] Set this function in Auto mode. [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-31 Chapter 3 3.5.3 PCH Conguration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event T imer . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.4 SA T A Conguration Whil e ente ring Se tup, t he BIOS autom atical ly d etects the pr esence of SA T A dev ices.
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 SA T A Mode [AHCI Mode] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration. [Disabled] Disables the SA T A function. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial A T A hard disk drives as Parallel A T A physical storage devices.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-33 Chapter 3 SA T A3G_3 (Blue) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item appear only when you set the previous item to [AHCI Mode] and [RAID Mode]. It’s allow user to enabled/disabled SA T A Hot Plug Support. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled].
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program . [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-35 Chapter 3 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguraton Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller. [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled].
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Realtek PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller . Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Asmedia USB 3.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-37 Chapter 3 Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.8 Network Stack Network Stack [Disable Link] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Conguration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] The following items appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled] .
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-39 Chapter 3 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU T emperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU temperatures.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-41 Chapter 3 CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle.
3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-43 Chapter 3 3.8 Tools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence.
3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility . When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Y es] or [No], then press <Enter> to conrm your choice.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-45 Chapter 3 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Prole This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The Setup Prole Status items show Not Installed if no prole is created.
3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 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.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-47 Chapter 3 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS .
3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Updating the BIOS through the Internet T o update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet , and then click Next . 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc.
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-49 Chapter 3 • The screenshots in this section are for reference only . The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration.
3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-51 Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 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 .
3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Booting the system in DOS environment 1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu .
ASUS P9X79 LE 3-53 Chapter 3 2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt.
3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-1 Chapter 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder .
4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information.
4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.2 T urboV EVO ASUS T urboV EVO introduces T urboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as Auto T uning function that offers automatic and easy over clocki ng and system level up.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-5 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. Advanced mode Applies all changes immediately Undoes all changes without applying Click to restore all start-up settings Current values T arget values V oltage Adjustment bars CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio.
4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Auto T uning ASUS T urboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most exible auto-tuning options.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-7 Chapter 4 3. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. Using Extreme T uning 1. Click the Auto T uning tab and then click Extreme .
4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ PowerControl allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability . It also provides the highest power efciency , generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-9 Chapter 4 • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU and DRAM specication. • Do not remove the thermal module.
4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.4 EPU EPU is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides several modes that you can select to save system power . Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-1 1 Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration.
4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specic time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.7 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others.
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices and the up-to-date support of USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP). With USB 3.0 Boost, you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-15 Chapter 4 4.3.9 USB BIOS Flashback This utility allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. With ASUS USB BIOS Flashback hardware feature, the system BIOS is conveniently updated without booting your system.
4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 After the utility detects a new BIOS rmware, save the BIOS rmware by clicking from the Save to eld, select the USB ashdrive, and click Download . After the download is complete, click OK . 1. 2. After you download the BIOS le to your ash drive, you can update the motherboard’s BIOS.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-17 Chapter 4 4.3.10 Remote GO! Remote GO! Connect your computer to a wireless network and use Remote GO! to wirelessly stream media les to DLNA devices. It allows you to remotely control and access your computer using your mobile device, and easily transfer les between your computer and mobile device.
4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 W-Fi GO! Remote Install the W-Fi GO! Remote application on your mobile device to use Remote GO!’s remote control functions. • Wi-Fi GO! Remote supports iOS 4.0/Android 2.3 mobile devices or later versions.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-19 Chapter 4 The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system.
4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Using the DLNA Media Hub 1. From the main screen, click DLNA Media Hub . 2. Click to select a device as your receiver . DLNA Media Hub DLNA Media Hub allows you to stream your multimedia les to your DLNA-supported device and remotely control playback using your mobile device or your computer .
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-21 Chapter 4 T o edit the library: 1. Tick Library . 2. Click to add or delete music les. 3. Click Add and locate the le from the directory . T o delete, tick the selected le and click Delete . 4. Click OK . T o edit the music playlist: 1.
4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 T o edit the video library: 1. Tick Library . 2. Click to add or delete video les. 3. Click Add and locate the le from the directory . T o delete, tick the selected le and click Delete . 4. Click OK .
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-23 Chapter 4 T o edit the image playlist: 1. Tick Playlist . 2. Click . 3. Tick to select or deselect the image le and click Save Prole . 4. Select the prole name and click Save . T o add as a new playlist, key in your prole name and click Save .
4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 3. The mobile device shows the information of the DLNA Media Hub function. T ap Enter to proceed to the Remote GO! function. 4. T ap Music , Video or Photo, to play . Y our mobile device’s WI-FI GO! Remote interface may vary with the mobile device’s operating system.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-25 Chapter 4 Using the Remote Desktop via W-Fi GO! Remote When the Remote Desktop is enabled, the mobile device shows the contents of your desktop. The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system.
4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 File T ransfer Allows you to transfer les wirelessly between your computer and mobile device. Click to go back to main menu Click to select a destination path for your le transfer Application help • Android mobile devices can send and receive les.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-27 Chapter 4 T ap to select the le’s source location T ap to send selected les T ap to select all les T ap to clear all les The W-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system.
4-28 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 ASUS Update ASUS Update lays out the options for updating BIOS on your system. Update BIOS utility on your system or simply save the utility for later use just by following the directions on this convenient updating feature.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-29 Chapter 4 4.3.12 MyLogo2 This MyLogo utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On-Self-T ests (POST).
4-30 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 2. Click on Auto T une to adjust image size compatibility or adjust the resolution bar . 3. Y ou can click on Booting Preview to preview the boot image. Then click Next. 4. Click on Flash to start updating the image to the boot logo.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-31 Chapter 4 A. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows ® 7™ / Vista™ 4.3.13 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability .
4-32 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.4 RAID congurations The motherboard supports the following SA T A RAID solutions: Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • Y ou must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial A T A hard disk drives.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-33 Chapter 4 4.4.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1.
4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-35 Chapter 4 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>.
4-36 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Deleting a RAID set T ake caution when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>.
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-37 Chapter 4 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows ® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a oppy drive connector .
4-38 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation T o install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third- party SCSI or RAID driver .
ASUS P9X79 LE 4-39 Chapter 4 4.5.4 Using a USB oppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a oppy disk during the OS installation.
4-40 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem le. 9. T ype the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USBVID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” 10.
ASUS P9X79 LE 5-1 Chapter 5 5.1 AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section.
5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 4. Align and rmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card.
ASUS P9X79 LE 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 Installing three CrossFireX™ graphics cards 1. Prepare three CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the three graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.
5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5.1.5 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology .
ASUS P9X79 LE 5-5 Chapter 5 1 Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireX TM . 2. Select Enable CrossFireX TM . 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. 4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made.
5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5.2 NVIDIA ® SLI™ technology The motherboard supports the NVIDIA ® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards.
ASUS P9X79 LE 5-7 Chapter 5 4. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is rmly in place. 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately .
5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5.2.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA ® SLI™ technology .
ASUS P9X79 LE 5-9 Chapter 5 B2. From the Screen Resolution window , click Advanced settings . B3. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window , select Congure SLI , Surround , PhysX .
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ASUS P9X79 LE A-1 Appendices Appendices Appendices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference.
A-2 Appendices Appendices VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement KC: Korea W arning Statement Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed th.
ASUS P9X79 LE A-3 Appendices RF Equipment Notices CE: European Community Compliance Statement The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic elds (0–300 GHz).
A-4 Appendices Appendices.
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