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Asus PRIME X299 User Manual

Asus PRIME X299
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Motherboard
PRIME X299
EDITION 30

Table of Contents

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Asus PRIME X299 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel X299
SocketLGA 2066
Memory SupportDDR4
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots8 x DIMM
Maximum Memory Supported128GB
USB Ports1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2, 6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 4 x USB 2.0
AudioRealtek ALC1220A
LANIntel I219V
Memory SpeedDDR4 4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
PCIe Slots3 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 3.0 x1

Summary

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.1 Before you proceed

Precautions before installing motherboard components or changing settings.

1.2 Motherboard layout

Diagram and identification of motherboard components and connectors.

1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Details on the LGA2066 socket and CPU installation guidelines.

1.4 System memory

Information on DIMM slots and DDR4 memory module compatibility.

1.5 Expansion slots

Details on PCIe slots and recommended VGA configurations.

1.6 Onboard buttons

Description of power, FlexKey, and Clear CMOS buttons.

1.7 Onboard Jumpers

Explanation of the CPU Over Voltage jumper functionality.

1.8 Onboard LEDs

Information on Q LEDs and USB BIOS FlashBack™ LED indicators.

1.9 Internal connectors

Details on SATA, USB, fan, power, and other internal connectors.

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.1 Building your PC system

Diagrams for reference; installation steps are the same for all models.

2.1.1 CPU installation

Ensure correct CPU installation to prevent damage.

2.1.2 Cooling system installation

Instructions for installing CPU heatsink, fan, or AIO cooler.

2.1.3 Motherboard installation

Steps for mounting the motherboard into the PC chassis.

2.1.4 DIMM installation

Guide on how to install and remove memory modules.

2.1.5 ATX power connection

Instructions for connecting the ATX power supply to the motherboard.

2.1.6 SATA device connection

How to connect SATA hard drives and optical drives.

2.1.7 Front I/O connector

Connecting front panel audio, USB, and other chassis connectors.

2.1.8 Expansion card installation

Guide for installing PCIe x16 and PCIe x1 expansion cards.

2.1.9 M.2 installation

Steps for installing M.2 SSD modules.

2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation

Instructions for connecting the Wi-Fi antennas.

2.1.11 Thunderbolt™ 3 monitor connection

Guide for connecting Thunderbolt 3 displays.

2.2 BIOS update utility

Using USB BIOS FlashBack™ to update the BIOS.

2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections

Connecting rear panel I/O ports and audio devices.

2.3.1 Rear I/O connection

Details of rear panel connectors like LAN, USB, DisplayPort.

2.3.2 Audio I/O connections

Diagrams for connecting headphones, microphones, and speakers.

2.4 Starting up for the first time

Initial power-on sequence and POST checks.

2.5 Turning off the computer

Procedures for properly shutting down or putting the system to sleep.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

3.1 Knowing BIOS

Introduction to the ASUS UEFI BIOS interface and its functions.

3.2 BIOS setup program

How to enter and navigate the BIOS setup program.

3.2.1 EZ Mode

Overview of the basic system information in EZ Mode.

3.2.2 Advanced Mode

Accessing and navigating the advanced BIOS settings.

3.2.3 QFan Control

Set fan profiles or manually configure fan operating speed.

3.2.4 AI OC Guide

View AI Overclocking guide and recommended setup procedures.

3.2.5 EZ Tuning Wizard

Easily set RAID in your system using this feature.

3.3 My Favorites

Personalizing the BIOS screen by saving favorite items.

3.4 Main menu

Overview of system information and basic settings in Main menu.

3.5 Ai Tweaker menu

Configuring overclocking-related items and CPU features.

3.6 Advanced menu

Changing settings for CPU and other system devices.

3.6.1 CPU Configuration

Displays CPU-related information detected by BIOS.

3.6.4 PCH Configuration

Adjust the PCH PCIe speed.

3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration

Set SATA configuration and RAID options.

3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration

Configure PCIe Lanes and onboard devices.

3.6.11 USB Configuration

Change USB-related features and control ports.

3.7 Monitor menu

Displaying system temperature/power status and fan settings.

3.8 Boot menu

Configure system boot options and priorities.

3.9 Tool menu

Access special functions like BIOS flashing and secure erase.

3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility

Update the latest BIOS through the Internet or USB.

3.9.2 Secure Erase

Safely clean your SSD, restoring it to factory performance.

3.10 Exit menu

Options for saving changes, discarding, or loading defaults.

3.11 Updating BIOS

Procedures for updating the motherboard BIOS.

Chapter 4: RAID Support

4.1 RAID configurations

Overview of Intel Rapid Storage Technology for RAID setup.

4.1.1 RAID definitions

Explanations of RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10.

Appendix

Q-Code table

List of diagnostic Q-Codes and their meanings.

Notices

FCC compliance, RF exposure, and other regulatory information.

Google™ License Terms

License terms for included Google software.

Regional notice for California

Warning about cancer and reproductive harm.

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