MSI X299 PRO User Manual

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Overview of Components
SATA1~6: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors
These connectors are SATA 6Gb/s interface ports. Each connector can connect to one
SATA device.
SATA1
SATA3
SATA2
SATA4
SATA5
SATA6
VRAID1: Virtual RAID on CPU Connector
This connector allows you to connect the VROC (Virtual RAID on CPU) key module. You
need to enable the VROC function with Intel® RSTe (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology
enterprise) driver.
1
1 GND 2 VCC3
3 GND 4 SATA_RAID_KEY
⚠
Important
The VROC key module is purchased separately.
⚠
Important
∙ Please do not fold the SATA cable
at a 90-degree angle. Data loss may
result during transmission otherwise.
∙ SATA cables have identical
plugs on either sides of the cable.
However, it is recommended that
the flat connector be connected to
the motherboard for space saving
purposes.
PCI_E2, M2_2 and SATA2 combination table
Slot Combination
PCI_E2
Installed
(CPU Lanes)
Installed
(CPU Lanes)
Empty Empty
M2_2
PCIe SSD
(PCH Lanes)
SATA SSD
(PCH Lanes)
SATA SSD
(PCH Lanes)
PCIe SSD
(CPU Lanes)
SATA2 Available Unavailable Unavailable Available
M2_1 and SATA1 combination table
Slot Combination
M2_1 PCIe SSD
(PCH Lanes) SATA SSD (PCH Lanes)
SATA1 Available Unavailable

MSI X299 PRO Specifications

General

Processor socket	LGA 2066 (Socket R4)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Compatible processor series	Intel® Core™ i9
Maximum number of SMP processors	1
Memory channels	Quad-channel
Memory slots type	DIMM
Number of memory slots	8
Supported memory types	LPDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	128 GB
Supported memory clock speeds	2133, 2400, 2667, 2800, 2933, 3000, 3200, 3333, 3400, 3466, 3600, 3733, 3800, 3866, 4000, 4133, 4200, 4266, 4400, 4500 MHz
RAID levels	0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfaces	M.2, SATA III
Parallel processing technology support	3-Way CrossFireX, 3-Way SLI
PCI Express x16 slots	4
Number of M.2 (M) slots	2
Weight	1180 g
Quick installation guide	Yes
Number of SATA III connectors	6
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors	0
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Wi-Fi	No
LAN controller	Intel® I219-V
Ethernet interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
Audio chip	Realtek ALC1220
Component for	PC
Motherboard chipset	Intel® X299
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	ATX
Number of mounting holes	9
Cables included	SATA
BIOS type	UEFI AMI
ACPI version	6.0
BIOS memory size	256 Mbit
Harmonized System (HS) code	84733020

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	244 mm
Width	305 mm
Height	86 mm