PCIe x16_3
Configuration
x2 mode
x4 mode
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We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™
mode.
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Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when
using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
PCIe x16_1
PCIe x16_2
PCIe x16_3
PCIe x1_1
PCIe x1_2
PCIe x1_3
SMBus Controller
SATA #0
GbE Controller
EHCI #0
EHCI #1
XHCI Controller
High Definition Audio
ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1
PCI Express sharing mode
PCIe x16_3
Rear USB 3.1_E1~E2
x2
x4
A
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Disabled
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shared
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G
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shared
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