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  • Page 1 P9X79-E...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Product Introduction Welcome! ....................1-3 Package contents..................1-3 Special features..................1-4 1.3.1 Product highlights................ 1-4 1.3.2 ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features ........1-5 1.3.3 ASUS features ................1-6 1.3.4 Other special features ..............1-9 Chapter 2: Hardware Information Before you proceed ................... 2-3 Motherboard overview ................
  • Page 4 APM ..................3-34 Monitor menu ................... 3-35 Boot menu ....................3-38 Tools menu ....................3-42 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-42 3.8.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information ..........3-42 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-43 Exit menu ....................3-44 3.10...
  • Page 5 4.3.10 TurboV EVO ................4-17 4.3.11 USB 3.0 Boost................4-21 4.3.12 Audio configurations..............4-22 4.3.13 ASUS Dr. Power Utility .............. 4-23 RAID configurations ................4-25 4.4.1 RAID definitions ................ 4-25 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ..........4-26 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ..........4-26 4.4.4...

  • Page 6: Notices

    Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 7 ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
  • Page 10 Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

  • Page 11: P9X79-E Ws Specifications Summary

    Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). Expansion Slots 4 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (dual@x16/x16; Quad@x16/x16/ x16/x16, blue) 3 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (@x8 mode, black)
  • Page 12 Industry leading Digital 2+2 Phase Power Design ASUS TPU ASUS EPU ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS SSD Caching II - USB 3.0 Boost - Front Panel USB 3.0 Support...
  • Page 13 1 x Reset button BIOS Features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 8 32/64 bit and 7 32/64 bit CEB Form Factor, 12"...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 16 Chapter summary This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. This chapter contains the following sections: Welcome! ....................1-3 Package contents..................1-3 Special features..................1-4 ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 17: Welcome

    Welcome! Thank you for buying an ASUS P9X79-E WS motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

  • Page 18: Special Features

    Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel – 4USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. The P9X79-E WS affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity.

  • Page 19: Asus Workstation Exclusive Features

    Powered eSATA 6Gb/s combines data and power connectivity. Users enjoy 2X faster transfer rates, and can use external SATA 6Gb/s devices with no additional power adapters. ASUS provides two extra ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus systems for extra speed and accessibility.

  • Page 20: Asus Features

    ASUS SSD Caching II Multiple SSD Caching, Instant Upgraded Speed ASUS SSD Caching II has been upgraded with a multiple caching function, adding four extra SATA 6Gb/s onboard. This feature offers performance upgrades by using multiple installed SSDs with no capacity limitations as a cache for frequently accessed data. It also allows user to choose the combination that suits their needs.
  • Page 21 USB 3.0 peripherals with an ASUS exclusive auto-detect setting. Unleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and TurboVfunctions.
  • Page 22 ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature, which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading.

  • Page 23: Other Special Features

    ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.3.4...
  • Page 24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-10...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    Chapter 2: Hardware Information...
  • Page 26 It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. This chapter contains the following sections: Before you proceed ................... 2-3 Motherboard overview ................2-4 Building your computer system ............. 2-37 Starting up for the first time ..............2-52 Turning off the computer ................. 2-52 ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 27: Before You Proceed

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX 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, peripherals, or components. ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 28: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.9 Internal Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 29: Layout Contents

    LGA2011 CPU Socket CPU, CPU OPT, Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 2-32 4-pin CHA_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) Reset switch 2-11 Power-on switch 2-11 ASUS Dr._POWER switch 2-14 MemOK! switch 2-13 EPU Switch 2-12 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 2-29 Intel X79 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors...

  • Page 30: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

  • Page 31: System Memory

    A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_D1 DIMM_D1 DIMM_D1 DIMM_C1 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_D2 DIMM_D2 DIMM_D1 DIMM_D1 DIMM_C1 DIMM_C2 DIMM_C1 ASUS P9X79-E WS...
  • Page 32 • The max. 64GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on the market. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.

  • Page 33: Expansion Slots

    PCIe 3.0 x16_6 slot (x8 mode, black) PCIEX16_5 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 mode, blue) PCIEX16_6 PCIe 3.0 x16_6 slot (x8 mode, black) PCIEX16_7 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode, blue) ASUS P9X79-E WS...
  • Page 34 PCIe Express 3.0 operating mode Slot 3-WAY SLI/ 4-WAY SLI/ Single VGA SLI/CrossFireX CrossFireX CrossFireX x 16 (single VGA recommended (dual VGA recommended) • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.

  • Page 35: Onboard Switches

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch. Reset button Press the reset switch to reboot the system. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-11...
  • Page 36 EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. For ensuring system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. TPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds.
  • Page 37 BIOS default settings. A messgae will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-13...
  • Page 38 ASUS Dr. POWER switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Dr. Power feature. Install the bundled ASUS Dr. Power Utility then enable this switch to allow the system to display notification messages in your Windows screen if a problem is detected with your power supply unit (PSU).

  • Page 39: Onboard Leds

    LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem in seconds. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-15...
  • Page 40 TPU LED The TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you the 2-digit display, allowing you to know the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-16...
  • Page 41 Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started 15 – 18 Pre-memory PCH initialization is started 19 – 1C Pre-memory initialization codes 1D – 2A Memory initialization 2B – 2F Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-17...
  • Page 42 Q-Code table (continued) Code Description Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization 32 – 36 Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started 37 – 3A Post-Memory PCH initialization is started 3B – 3E Post memory initialization codes 3F – 4E DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error.
  • Page 43 DXE initialization codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-19...
  • Page 44 Q-Code table (continued) Code Description Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset USB Detect USB Enable 9E-9F Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset...
  • Page 45 No Console Output Devices are found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-21...
  • Page 46 System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. 0xAA PWR_SUPPLY LED The ASUS Dr. Power LED near EATX PWR connector lights up when the ASUS Dr. Power switch setting is turned to Enable and the power supply unit failed. Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 47 PGLED3 LED The ASUS Dr. Power LED near the ASUS Dr. Power switch lights up when the ASUS Dr. Power switch is turned to enable. +12V_PWR LED The ASUS Dr. Power LED near EATX12V connector lights up when the ASUS Dr.

  • Page 48: Jumper

    2.2.8 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can reset the system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
  • Page 49 If you use a 4-pin fan but set the jumper to pin 1-2, the fan you installed may not work. • If you use a 3-pin fan but set the jumper for a 4-pin fan, the fan control will not work and the fan you installed will always run at full speed. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-25...

  • Page 50: Internal Connectors

    2.2.9 Internal connectors Intel X79 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • These connectors are set to [IDE Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
  • Page 51 You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ® ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later versions. ® ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-27...
  • Page 52 (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2/E3/E4 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • For high performance of ASUS SSD Caching II, please connect one HDD and one SSD to Marvell SATA6G_E12/E34 connectors. ®...
  • Page 53 USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 box to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution.
  • Page 54 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 55 This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-31...
  • Page 56 CPU, CPU OPT, Chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3/4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
  • Page 57 Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]; if you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD]. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-33...
  • Page 58 Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The COM module is purchased separately. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data.
  • Page 59 • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability.

  • Page 60: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 61: Building Your Computer System

    Intel LGA 2011 CPU Intel LGA 2011 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-37...

  • Page 62: Cpu Installation

    2.3.2 CPU installation Please note the order in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch properly sealed down. Load lever Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-38...
  • Page 63 Triangle mark ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-39...

  • Page 64: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-40...

  • Page 65: Dimm Installation

    2.3.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-41...

  • Page 66: Motherboard Installation

    2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-42...
  • Page 67 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-43...

  • Page 68: Atx Power Connection

    2.3.6 ATX Power connection Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-44...

  • Page 69: Sata Device Connection

    2.3.7 SATA device connection ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-45...

  • Page 70: Front I/O Connector

    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP The actual location may vary with motherboards. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-46...

  • Page 71: Rear Panel Connection

    11. USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10 6. USB 2.0 ports 3, 4, 5, and 6 12. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-47...

  • Page 72: Audio I/O Connections

    • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. ® • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.
  • Page 73 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers ASUS P9X79-E WS 2-49...
  • Page 74 Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-50...

  • Page 75: Usb Bios Flashback

    2.3.11 USB BIOS Flashback Download the BIOS Flashback program file from the ASUS service website (www.asus. com). Save the program file to a USB portable disk. On the rear I/O port, plug the USB disk to USB port 1 with the WHITE interior. (See red...

  • Page 76: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 77: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    Chapter 3: BIOS setup...
  • Page 78 BIOS setup program .................. 3-3 Main menu ....................3-7 Ai Tweaker menu ..................3-9 Advanced menu ..................3-24 Monitor menu ................... 3-35 Boot menu ....................3-38 Tools menu ....................3-42 Exit menu ....................3-44 3.10 Updating BIOS ..................3-45 ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 79: Knowing Bios

    Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system. The term “BIOS”...

  • Page 80: Ez Mode

    Quick switch to frequently Loads optimized default Power Saving mode used menus. Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority Selects the boot device priority Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side •...

  • Page 81: Advanced Mode

    The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar...
  • Page 82 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.

  • Page 83: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.2.8 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default • Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. ASUS P9X79-E WS...
  • Page 84 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 85: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS P9X79-E WS...
  • Page 86 Scroll down to display the following items: Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters.
  • Page 87 <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key. Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings. ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-11...
  • Page 88 Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 3 to 15 with 1 interval. DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 4 to 15 with 1 interval. DRAM RAS# PRE Time [Auto] Use the <+>...
  • Page 89 Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-13...
  • Page 90 DRAM IOL (CHA D1 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] – [Advance 1 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock] – [Delay 14 Clock] DRAM RTL (CHB D0 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock]...
  • Page 91 Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock] ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-15...
  • Page 92 DRAM IOL (CHD D0 R1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] – [Advance 1 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock] – [Delay 14 Clock] DRAM RTL (CHD D1 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 14 Clock] [Advance 12 Clock] [Advance 10 Clock] [Advance 8 Clock] [Advance 6 Clock] [Advance 4 Clock] [Advance 2 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 2 Clock] [Delay 4 Clock] [Delay 6 Clock] [Delay 8 Clock] [Delay 10 Clock] [Delay 12 Clock] [Delay 14 Clock]...
  • Page 93 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU and DRAM specification. Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-17...
  • Page 94 Reduce phase number under light system loading to increase efficiency [Auto] Proceeds preset phase control. [Standard] Proceeds phase control based on CPU Command. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. Phase number adjusted by current(A) step.
  • Page 95 DRAM-AB Power Phase control [Auto] [Auto] Proceeds preset phase tuning profile. [Optimized] Allows you to set ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the Full phase mode. DRAM-CD Current Capability [100%] Setting a higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously.
  • Page 96 Power Limit 1. Intel recommends that the platform must be capable of supporting over Power Limit 2 for up to 10 msec. ASUS board can support over Power Limit 2 for a long duration. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
  • Page 97 VCCSA offset voltage. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-21...
  • Page 98 DRAM Voltage (CHA, CHB) [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 1.99V with a 0.005V interval. DRAM Voltage (CHC, CHD) [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.20V to 1.99V with a 0.005V interval.
  • Page 99 DRAM overclocking ability. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Setting to [Disabled] enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Setting to [Disabled] enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-23...

  • Page 100: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-24...

  • Page 101: Cpu Configuration

    Only one thread per activated core is enabled. Disabled for other OS (OS not optimized for Hyper-Threading Technology). [Enabled] Two threads per activated core are enabled. Enabled for Windows XP and Linux (OS optimized for Hyper-Threading Technology). ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-25...
  • Page 102 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions.

  • Page 103: System Agent Configuration

    Allows you to select the target link speed. Configuration options: [GEN1] [GEN2] [GEN3] PCIEX16_6 Link speed [GEN3] Allows you to select the target link speed. Configuration options: [GEN1] [GEN2] [GEN3] PCIEX16_7 Link speed [GEN3] Allows you to select the target link speed. Configuration options: [GEN1] [GEN2] [GEN3] ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-27...

  • Page 104: Pch Configuration

    3.5.3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.4 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-28...
  • Page 105 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. SATA6G_4 (Blue) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [AHCI Mode] and [RAID mode]. It allows users to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-29...

  • Page 106: Usb Configuration

    SATA6G_5 (Blue) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [AHCI Mode] and [RAID mode]. It allows users to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled]. SATA6G_6 (Blue) Hot Plug [Disabled] This item appear only when you set the previous item to [AHCI Mode]. It’s allow user to enabled/disabled SATA Hot Plug Support.
  • Page 107 Disables the function. • [Enabled] Enables the support for USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems (OS). EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] • [Disabled] Disables the function. • [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-31...

  • Page 108: Onboard Devices Configuraton

    3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuraton Scroll down to display the following items: Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] • [Disabled] Disables the controller. • [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled].
  • Page 109 This item allows user to enable/disable Serial Port (COM). [Disabled] Disables configuration. Change Settings appear under [Enabled]. Select an optimal setting [Enabled] for Super IO device. Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-33...

  • Page 110: Apm

    3.5.7 Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.

  • Page 111: Monitor Menu

    Scroll down to display the following items: CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-35...
  • Page 112 CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] CPU OPT Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] Chassis Fan 1/2/3/4 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, CPU OPT, and chassis fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM).
  • Page 113 The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-37...

  • Page 114: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Enabled] Select to accelerate the boot speed. [Disabled] Select to go back to normal boot. The following four items appear when you set Fast Boot to [Enabled]. USB Support [Partial Initialization] [Disabled] All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for the...
  • Page 115 [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. POST Delay Time [3 sec] This item appears only when you set Full Screen Logo to [Enabled]. This item allows you to select the desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS setup.
  • Page 116 Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility.
  • Page 117 Secure Boot keys will not be active. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-41...

  • Page 118: Tools Menu

    3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility to update BIOS. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 119: Asus O.c. Profile

    3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The Setup Profile Status items will show Not Installed if no profile is created. Label Allows you to input the label of setup profile. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile.

  • Page 120: Exit Menu

    Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.

  • Page 121: Updating Bios

    BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: ®...
  • Page 122 To update the BIOS through the Internet: From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto...
  • Page 123 The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 124: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 125: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 126: Asus Bios Updater

    3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 127 The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/29] Current CAP Update CAP BOARD: P9X79-E WS BOARD: Unknown VER: 0220 VER: Unknown DATE: 08/09/2011 DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS P9X79-E WS 3-51...
  • Page 128 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/29] Current CAP Update CAP BOARD: P9X79-E WS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown VER: 0220 DATE: Unknown DATE: 08/09/2011 PATH: A:\ P8P67D.CAP 4194304 2011-08-05 17:30:48 Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit...

  • Page 129: Chapter 4: Software Support

    Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 130 This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. This chapter contains the following sections: Installing an operating system ..............4-3 Support DVD information ................4-3 Software information ................. 4-5 RAID configurations ................4-25 ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 131: Installing An Operating System

    The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive.

  • Page 132: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    ® Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. ® Click on the Manual tab. Click on ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.

  • Page 133: Software Information

    4.3.1 ASUS AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing ASUS AI Suite II To install ASUS AI Suite II on your computer Place the support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 134: Asus Ssd Caching Ii

    It combines multiple SSDs’ performance and hard-drive capacity to boost the system’s overall performance. Launching ASUS SSD Caching II To launch ASUS SSD Caching, click Tool > ASUS SSD Caching II on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Tick one or...
  • Page 135 For regular usage, the SATA6G_E12/E34 connectors are recommended for data drives. • After disabling SSD Caching, the SSD will become a non-configurable disk in Windows OS. To use the SSD again for normal functions, go to Disk Management to reconfigure the SSD. ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 136: Ai Charger

    4.3.3 Ai Charger+ This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. • * Check your manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specification 1.1 (BC 1.1) compliant or compatible device.

  • Page 137: Asus Update

    4.3.4 ASUS Update ASUS Update lays out the options for updating BIOS on your system. Update BIOS utility on your system or simply save the utility for later use just by following the directions on this convenient updating feature. Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update>...

  • Page 138: Digi+ Power Control

    4.3.5 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ PowerControl allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ Power Control by clicking Tool >...
  • Page 139 OC Range. DRAM Power Phase Control Select Extreme for full phase mode to increase system performance or select Optimized for ASUS optimized phase tuning profile to increase DRAM power efficiency. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification.

  • Page 140: Epu

    Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you • click the Clear button • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support 4-12...

  • Page 141: Fan Xpert

    Turbo: maximizes the fan speed for the best cooling effect. • User: Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 142: Mylogo2

    Power-On-Self-Tests (POST). Personalize your computer from the very beginning! Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch MyLogo by clicking Update> MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
  • Page 143 Then at Picture File, Browse to select the desired image for boot logo. Click Next. Follow steps 2-5 in Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard to complete logo update. The fullscreen logo application in BIOS utility must be enabled for MyLogo to take effect. ASUS P9X79-E WS 4-15...

  • Page 144: Probe Ii

    Loads your saved Applies your Loads the default configuration changes threshold values for each sensor Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support 4-16...

  • Page 145: Turbov Evo

    After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
  • Page 146 Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. Advanced mode Voltage Target values Adjustment bars Undoes all changes Current values without applying Click to restore Applies all changes all start-up immediately settings CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio.
  • Page 147 • Every CPU Strap support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration.
  • Page 148 TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. Using Extreme Tuning Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme. Read through the warning messages and click OK to start auto-overclocking.

  • Page 149: Usb 3.0 Boost

    4.3.11 USB 3.0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices and the up-to-date support of USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP). With USB 3.0 Boost, you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.0 devices with ease.

  • Page 150: Audio Configurations

    B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Exit button Configuration options Minimize button Control settings window Information button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support 4-22...

  • Page 151: Asus Dr. Power Utility

    The utility is used to monitor changes in the power supplied to the system that may affect performance and system stability. ASUS Dr. Power Utility runs on your system only when the Dr. Power switch is enabled. (Please refer page 2-14 for additional details). If the switch is disabled, the Dr. Power icon will not be available on the Windows®...
  • Page 152 The message will be displayed for 15 seconds or until you click the Close button. ASUS Dr. Power will notify you of the power status if the same conditions are present on your system.

  • Page 153: Raid Configurations

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS P9X79-E WS 4-25...

  • Page 154: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.
  • Page 155 When the Disks item is selected, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives you want to include in the RAID set. The SELECT DISKS screen appears: [ SELECT DISKS ] Port Drive Model Serial # Size Status 0 ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 1 ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 2 ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 3 ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume. [ ↑↓ ]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done ASUS P9X79-E WS 4-27...
  • Page 156 Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your selection. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press <Enter>.
  • Page 157 To exit the utility: From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit, and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu. ASUS P9X79-E WS 4-29...

  • Page 158: Marvell Raid Utility

    4.4.5 Marvell RAID utility The onboard Marvell SATA 6.0 Gb/s controller allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID 1 array using two SATA hard disk drives. Refer to Chapter 2 of your motherboard user manual for the exact location of the Marvell SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector. To enter the Marvell utility, press <Ctrl>...
  • Page 159 Move the selection bar to Next and press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: Create Virtual Disk Do you want to create this virtual disk ? Yes No Press <Y> to create the RAID array, or press <N> to cancel. The new RAID array appears under Virtual Disks, as shown in the image below. ASUS P9X79-E WS 4-31...
  • Page 160 Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Topology Information HBA 0: Marvell 0 Vendor ID : 1B4B ├ Virtual Disks Device ID : 9130 │ └ VD 0: New_VD Revision ID : B1 │ ├ PD 0: ST3160812AS BIOS Version : 1.0.0.1028 │ └ PD 8: ST3160812AS Firmware Version: 2.2.0.1105 PCIe Speed Rate : 5.0Gbps └ Free Physical Disks Configure SATA as: AHCI Mode ▶ ▶ Help Marvell RAID on chip controller. ENTER: Operation F10: Exit/Save ESC: Return Press <F10>. The following warning message appears: Exit Do you want to exit from Marvell BIOS Setup? Yes No Press <Y> to save the RAID setting and exit the Marvell RAID utility. Delete an existing RAID Array Select the RAID array to delete and press <Enter>.
  • Page 161 Press <Y> to delete the Master Boot Record (MBR) from the selected RAID array. Press <F10>. The following warning message appears: Exit Do you want to exit from Marvell BIOS Setup? Yes No Press <Y> to save the RAID setting and exit the Marvell RAID utility. ASUS P9X79-E WS 4-33...
  • Page 162 Chapter 4: Software support 4-34...

  • Page 163: Chapter 5: Multiple Gpu Technology Support

    Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...
  • Page 164 Chapter summary This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. This chapter contains the following sections: CrossFireX™ technology ..............5-3 ® NVIDIA SLI™ technology ................. 5-9 ® NVIDIA CUDA™ technology ..............5-15 ® ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 165: Ati ® Crossfirex™ Technology

    For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. Turn off your computer. ASUS P9X79-E WS...
  • Page 166 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.
  • Page 167 Ensure that the connectors are firmly in place. Connect three independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the three graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. ASUS P9X79-E WS...
  • Page 168 5.1.5 Installing four CrossFireX™ graphics cards Prepare four CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the four graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. Refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.
  • Page 169 Launching the AMD Catalyst Control Center To launch the AMD Catalyst Control Center: Right-click on the Windows desktop and select ® Catalyst Control Center. Click Catalyst Control Center to configure the displays and settings of your AMD graphic cards. ASUS P9X79-E WS...
  • Page 170 Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireX Select Enable CrossFireX Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...

  • Page 171: Nvidia ® Sli™ Technology

    We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment. • The NVIDIA Triple SLI technology is supported by Windows Vista™ operating system ® only. • Visit the NVIDIA zone website at http://www.nzone.com for the latest certified graphics card and supported 3D application list. ASUS P9X79-E WS...

  • Page 172: Installing Two Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    5.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Prepare two SLI-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.

  • Page 173: Installing Three Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    Ensure that the connector is firmly in place. Connect three independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the three graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 3-Way SLI bridge ASUS P9X79-E WS 5-11...

  • Page 174: Installing Four Sli-Ready Graphics Cards

    5.2.4 Installing four SLI-ready graphics cards Prepare four SLI-ready graphics cards. Insert the four graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation.
  • Page 175 Right click on the empty space of the Windows ® Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears (See Step B3). If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Screen Resolution. From the Screen Resolution window, click Advanced settings. ASUS P9X79-E WS 5-13...
  • Page 176 The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Configure SLI, Surround, PhysX. In the Quad-SLI enabled, click Maximize 3D Performance SLI to set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply.

  • Page 177: Nvidia ® Cuda™ Technology

    Insert four Tesla computing processor card(s) into the PCIe x16_1, PCIe x16_3, PCIe x16_5, and PCIe x16_7 slot. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slot. ASUS P9X79-E WS 5-15...
  • Page 178 Connect either one 8-pin power connector or two 6-pin power connectors from the power supply to the Quadro graphics card and Tesla computing processor card(s). Connect a display cable to the graphics card. SLI bridge Goldfingers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers.
  • Page 179 +1-812-282-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...

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