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Asus X99-A User Manual

Asus X99-A
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Motherboard
X99-A

Table of Contents

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Asus X99-A Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel X99
SocketLGA 2011-v3
Memory Slots8
Memory TypeDDR4
Max Memory64 GB
SATA Ports10 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.2 Slot1 x M.2 Socket 3
Form FactorATX
LANIntel I218V, 1 x Gigabit LAN
Audio8-Channel High Definition Audio
USB 2.0 Ports6

Summary

Safety Information

X99-A Specifications Summary

ASUS Exclusive Features and Technologies

Highlights 5-Way Optimization, Fan Xpert, EZ DIY, Q-Design, and Overclocking features.

Package Contents

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

Product Highlights and Special Features

Overview of the motherboard's key features and technologies.

Motherboard Layout and Connector Identification

Identifies and locates connectors, jumpers, buttons, and slots on the motherboard.

Central Processing Unit (CPU) and Socket Installation

Details on CPU installation precautions and socket information.

System Memory and DIMM Slot Configuration

Information on DDR4 DIMM slots, module compatibility, and recommended configurations.

Expansion Slots and PCIe Configurations

Details the PCI Express slot configurations for different CPU lane counts.

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

Building Your PC System: Step-by-Step Guide

Guides the user through the physical assembly of the PC.

Motherboard Installation into Chassis

Steps for installing the motherboard into the chassis and securing it.

CPU Installation Procedure

Detailed steps for installing the CPU into the socket correctly.

CPU Heatsink and Fan Assembly Installation

Instructions for applying thermal material and mounting the heatsink/fan.

DIMM Installation and Removal Guide

Step-by-step guide for installing and removing RAM modules.

ATX Power Connection Guide

How to connect the ATX power supply to the motherboard.

BIOS Update Utility: USB BIOS Flashback

Guide to updating BIOS using USB BIOS Flashback utility.

Starting Up and Shutting Down Procedures

Steps to power on the system, initial POST checks, and safe shutdown procedures.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

Navigating the BIOS Setup Program

How to enter and navigate the BIOS setup program (EZ/Advanced modes).

Ai Tweaker Menu for Overclocking Configuration

Configuration for CPU and DRAM overclocking parameters.

Updating the BIOS: Utilities and Procedures

Procedures for updating BIOS using EZ Update, EZ Flash 2, CrashFree, and DOS utility.

Appendices

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