Advertisement

Quick Links

User Guide
EVGA X99 FTW
Specs and Initial Installation
(Part 1)
- 1 -

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for EVGA X99 FTW

  • Page 1 User Guide EVGA X99 FTW Specs and Initial Installation (Part 1) - 1 -...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Before you Begin………………………………………………………………………3 Parts Not in the kit…………………………………………………………………….4 Intentions of the kit……………………………………………………………………4 Motherboard Specifications……………………………………………………………5 Unpacking and Parts Descriptions……………………………………………………..7 Equipment……………………………………………………………………………..7 Hardware Installation…………………………………………………………………..8 Component legend………..……………………………………………………………8 PCI-E Slot Breakdown………………………………………………………………..9 Rear I/O Panel legend………………………………………………………………..10 Preparing the Motherboard…………………………………………………………...11 Installing the CPU…………………………………………………………………….11 Installing the Cooling Device……………………………………….…………...…….12 Installing System Memory (DIMMs)……………...…………………..…..………...13 Compliance Information……………………………………………………………...14 - 2 -...
  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin… EVGA welcomes you to the next generation of ground breaking performance, the X99 FTW. The X99 platform redefines high performance with the introduction of the first ever quad channel DDR4 architecture fueled by Intel’s Haswell-E/Broadwell-E CPU family for up to 128GB’s of RAM running at a maximum memory speed up to 3000MHz+ (OC), possible due to the 4 layer memory T-Routing design.
  • Page 4: Parts Not In The Kit

    Hard Drive or SSD Keyboard / Mouse Monitor (Optional) Optical Drive EVGA assumes you have purchased all the necessary parts needed to allow for proper system functionality. For a full list of supported CPUs on this motherboard, please visit www.evga.com/support/motherboard...
  • Page 5: Motherboard Specifications

    Motherboard Motherboard Specifications Size: EATX form factor of 12 inches x 10.375 inches (305x264mm) Microprocessor support: Intel Socket 2011-3 Processor Operating Systems: Supports Windows 8 / 7 Contains Intel X99 chipset System Memory support: Supports Quad channel DDR4 up to 3000MHz+ (OC). Supports up to 128GB of DDR4 memory.
  • Page 6 Ethernet Teaming Supported Onboard Audio: Realtek Audio (ALC1150) Supports 8-channel (7.1) audio Supports Optical Output PCI-E 3.0 Support: Low power consumption and power management features Power Functions: Supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) Supports S0 (normal), S1 (power on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), S4 (Suspend to disk - depends on OS), and S5 (soft - off) Expansion Slots: 5x PCI-E 16x slot 2x16/8, 3x8, 4x8...
  • Page 7: Unpacking And Parts Descriptions

    Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Equipment The following accessories are included with the EVGA X99 FTW Motherboard: The EVGA X99 FTW Motherboard This PCI-E motherboard contains the Intel X99 chipset. I/O Shield Installs in the system case to protect internal components from dust, foreign objects, and aids in proper airflow within the chassis.
  • Page 8: Hardware Installation

    Intel X99 FTW Motherboard The EVGA X99 FTW Motherboard with the Intel X99 and PCH Chipset. Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors FIGURE 1. X99 FTW Motherboard Layout - 8 -...
  • Page 9: Pci-E Slot Breakdown

    1. CPU Socket 2011-3 12. CMOS Battery 23. EVGauge 2. Intel X99 Southbridge 13. USB 3.0 Headers 24. Thunderbolt GPIO Connector 3. CPU Fan Header (1 amp PWM) 14. USB 2.0 Headers 25. Back Panel Connectors (Figure 2) 4. DDR4 Memory DIMM Slots 1-8 15.
  • Page 10: Rear I/O Panel Legend

    Figure 2. Chassis Rear Panel Connectors 1. USB 2.0 4. Intel i217 NIC 7. Analog Audio Output Jacks 2. USB 3.0 5. Intel i210 NIC 3. BIOS/CMOS Reset 6. Optical Out Analog Audio Port 2/2.1 4.0/4.1 Breakdown Channel Channel 5.1 (6 Channel) 7.1 (8 Channel) Blue Line in...
  • Page 11: Preparing The Motherboard

    Preparing the Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Hold the processor only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the processor. Note: Use extreme caution when working with the CPU, not to damage any pins in the CPU socket on the motherboard! Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto the motherboard: Unhook the left socket lever by pushing down and...
  • Page 12: Installing The Cooling Device

    Align the notches on the CPU to the notches in the socket. Lower the processor straight down into the socket. Note: Make sure the CPU is fully seated and level in the socket. Lower the load plate so it is resting on the CPU. Press the right socket lever down to lock into place.
  • Page 13: Installing System Memory (Dimms)

    Installing System Memory (DIMMs) Your X99 FTW has (8) 288-pin slots for DDR4 memory. These slots support 2GB, 4GB, 8GB and 16GB DDR4 DIMMs. There must be at least one memory slot populated to ensure normal operation. The Intel X99 chipset supports quad channel memory; supports a maximum of...
  • Page 14: Compliance Information

    Original Purchaser. Upon termination, for any reason, all copies of Software and materials must be immediately returned to EVGA and the Original Purchaser shall be liable to EVGA.com CORP for any and all damages suffered as a result of the violation or default.

Table of Contents