Asus ROG MAXIMUS XII APEX Manual page 29

8. DIMM.2 slot
The DIMM.2 slot allows you to install a DIMM.2 card to support additional M.2 SSD
modules.
• Before you install or remove the DIMM.2 card, ensure that the power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so
may cause severe damage to the motherboard or DIMM.2 card.
• The DIMM.2 card is notched to fit in only one orientation. Ensure that the notch on
your card is aligned correctly with the DIMM.2 slot before inserting the card.
• DIMM.2 module supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 /
2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe storage devices.
• When DIMM.2_1 slot is running at SATA mode, SATA6G_12 will be disabled.
• When DIMM.2_2 slot is populated, SATA6G_56 will be disabled.
• These sockets support IRST (Intel
• Intel Optane Technology is supported by DIMM.2_1 and DIMM.2_2 when sourced
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from the PCH. Before using Intel
updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support
website.
The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately.
ROG MAXIMUS XII APEX
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Optane memory modules, ensure that you have
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