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  • Page 1 X79-DELUXE...
  • 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

    Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii X79-DELUXE specifications summary ..............ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 with 4-Way Optimization ....1-2 1.1.3...
  • Page 4 3.6.8 Network Stack ................3-32 Monitor menu ................... 3-33 Boot menu ....................3-36 Tool menu ....................3-42 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-42 3.9.2 ASUS DRAM SPD Information ..........3-42 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-43 3.10 Exit menu ....................3-44 3.11...
  • Page 5 Wi-Fi Engine................4-21 4.4.6 Wi-Fi GO! .................. 4-23 4.4.7 EZ Update ................. 4-40 4.4.8 Network iControl................ 4-42 4.3.9 ASUS SSD Caching II ............... 4-44 4.4.10 System Information ..............4-45 Audio configurations ................4-46 Chapter 5: RAID support RAID configurations .................. 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions ................

  • Page 6: 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 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    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 IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 9: X79-Deluxe Specifications Summary

    ** Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. *** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Expansion slots 3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (dual at x16/x16;...
  • Page 10 - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear panel with 1 additional ASMedia SuperSpeed USB hub controller ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 4 - 4-Way ASUS Exclusive Features Optimization tuning key...
  • Page 11 - Disk Unlocker - AI Suite 3 - Anti Surge - MemOK! ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for optimized speed control - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code...
  • Page 12 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (white port supports USB BIOS Flashback) 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 2 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! SMA antenna ports (2T2R) (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.0) 2 x LAN (RJ45) ports (1 x Intel LAN) ®...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Check your motherboard package for the following items ASUS X79-DELUXE motherboard User manual Support DVD 6 x Serial ATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS 3-WAY SLI™ bridge 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector connector 4 x Serial ATA 3Gb/s cables 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving...

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA2011 CPU Intel LGA2011 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.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    The Intel X79 Express Chipset natively supports the next-generation SATA (Serial ATA) ® interface, delivering up to 6Gb/s data transfer. ASUS provides extra 6Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus systems. ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 16: Dual Intelligent Processors 4 With 4-Way Optimization

    TPU (Turbo Processing Unit), offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring mechanisms through the Auto Tuning and TurboV functions in your ASUS AI Suite 3 utility. EPU (Energy Processing Unit), the world’s first real-time system power-saving chip, automatically detects the current system load and intelligently moderates power usage.

  • Page 17: Asus Exclusive Features

    ASUS Exclusive Features Wi-Fi GO! ASUS Wi-Fi GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS Wi-Fi GO!, you can wirelessly stream media files to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your smart device and easily transfer files between your computer and smart device.

  • Page 18: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    The heatsink design also lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give you an extremely silent and cooling experience with its elegant appearance.

  • Page 19: Other Special Features

    ASUS Q-connector ASUS Q-Connector is a unique adapter that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to one module, eliminating the hassle of plugging one cable at a time and making the connection quick and accurate.

  • Page 20: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

  • Page 21: Motherboard Layout

    1.2.2 Motherboard layout Refer to 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 22: Layout Contents

    Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page 1. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-10 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-44 3. LGA2011 CPU socket 4. CPU, CPU optional, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 1-42 4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4 ) 5.

  • Page 23: 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 24: System Memory

    1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with eight Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. 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 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-10...

  • Page 25: Memory Configurations

    Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/ C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-11...
  • Page 26 X79-DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Brand (Optional) A-DATA AX3U2400GW8G11(XMP) 16GB 11-13- 1.65 • • • (2x8GB) 13-35 Apacer 78.BAGFL.AFD0C(XMP) 11-12- • (2x4GB) 12-30 Apacer 783BAGF3.AFD0C(XMP)
  • Page 27 TX2133KLH-16GK 16GB (2x8GB) 2133-10-11- • (XMP) 10-27 Transcend TX2133KLN-8GK 8GB (2x4GB) 2133-10-11- • (XMP) 10-27 Team TLD38G2133HC11 16GB (2x8GB) 11-11-11-31 1.65 • • • • ABK(XMP) Team TLD34G2133HC1 8GB (2x4GB) 11-11-11-31 1.65 • • • • 1ABK(XMP) ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-13...
  • Page 28 DDR3 2000 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Brand (Optional) GEIL GUP34GB2000C9DC 4GB (2x2GB) 9-9-9-28 1.65 • • • • (XMP) AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28 4GB (2x2GB) 1.65 • • V(XMP) Asint SLA302G08-ML2HB Hynix H5TQ2G8 9-9-9-27 •...
  • Page 29 • • • HC10SBK(XMP) Team TED34GM18 6 Hynix H5TC2G 13-13-13-32 • • • • 6C13BK 83EFR Team TLD34G1866 8GB (2x4GB) 9-11-9-27 • • • • HC9KBK(XMP) Team TED38GM1 Hynix H5TQ4G 13-13-13-32 • • • • 866C13BK 83AFR ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-15...
  • Page 30 DDR3 1600 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Brand (Optional) A-DATA AD3U1600C2G11 MICRON D9PFJ 11-11- • • • 11-28 A-DATA AD3U1600W4G11 A-DATA 3WCD- 11-11- • • • 1211A 11-28 A-DATA AX3U1600GW8 16GB (2x8GB) 9-9-9- •...
  • Page 31 SAMSUNG K4B4G 11-11- • • 0846B 11-28-2 Transcend JM1600KLH- Transcend TK963 • • 8G(626633) EBF3 Transcend TS1GLK64V6 SAMSUNG K4B4G • • H(620945) 0846B Transcend TS1GLK64W6H SAMSUNG K4B4G 11-11- • • 0846B 11-28-1 (Continued on the next page) ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-17...
  • Page 32 DDR3 1600 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Brand (Optional) AE32G1609U1-U 23EY4587MB6H • • • Asint SLZ302G08- ASint 302G08-GN1C • • • EGN1C Asint SLA304G08- Asint 304G08-GN1B 9-11- • • • ENG1B 11-28 Asint...
  • Page 33 MICRON D9QBJ • • H(620053) AE32G1339U1-U 23EY4587MB3H • • • AE34G1339U2-U 23EY4587MB3H • • Asint SLA302G08- ASint 302G08-DJ1C • • • EDJ1C Asint SLA304G08- Asint 304G08-DJ1B 9-10- • • • EDJ1B 10-26 (Continued on the next page) ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-19...
  • Page 34 DDR3 1600 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Brand (Optional) Asint SLZ302G08- ASint 302G08-DJ1C • • • EDJ1C Asint SLB304G08- Asint 304G08-DJ1B 9-9-9- • • • EDJ1B BUFFALO D3U1333-1G Elpida J1108BFBG- •...
  • Page 35 ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-21...

  • Page 36: Expansion Slots

    1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot (at x4 mode) PCIe 3.0 x16_4 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot...
  • Page 37 Controller 1 ASMedia USB 3.0 – shared – – – – – – Controller 2 ASMedia USB 3.0 – – shared – – – – – Controller 3 Realtek – shared – – – – – – ® ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-23...

  • Page 38: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system.
  • Page 39 BIOS default settings. A message 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 X79-DELUXE 1-25...
  • Page 40 DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Delete> key during POST. It also allows you to turn on or turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during boot-up.
  • Page 41 You may use the 4-Way Optimization and TPU feature in the AI Suite 3 application, adjust the BIOS setup program or enable the TPU switch at the same time. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-27...
  • Page 42 EPU switch Enable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Enable this switch when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED (OLED2) near the EPU switch lights up when the EPU switch is enabled.
  • Page 43 Clear CMOS button Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-29...

  • Page 44: Onboard Leds

    1.2.7 Onboard LEDs POST State LEDs The POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components during POST (Power-On-Self Test): CPU, memory modules, VGA card, and hard disk drives. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. TPU LED The TPU LED lights up when the TPU switch is enabled.
  • Page 45 The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled. Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-31...
  • Page 46 Q-Code table Code Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization 0C –...
  • Page 47 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-33...
  • Page 48 Code Description 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 SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
  • Page 49 System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-35...

  • Page 50: Internal Connectors

    1.2.8 Internal connectors Intel X79 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [black] ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ®...
  • Page 51 Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E56 [dark brown]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6Gb/s signal cables. • ASMedia storage controller can only support AHCI mode. • These SATA ports are for data drives only. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-37...
  • Page 52 Intel Serial ATA 3Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3-6 [black]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ®...
  • Page 53 The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. By default, the pin labeled “Chassis Signal” and “Ground” are shorted with a jumper cap. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-39...
  • Page 54 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_78) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.
  • Page 55 DO NOT 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) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 56 Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-42...
  • Page 57 • If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97]. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-43...
  • Page 58 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 59: System Panel Connector 20-8 Pin Panel

    Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS X79-DELUXE 1-45...
  • Page 60 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function.

  • Page 61: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...
  • Page 62 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 63: Cpu Installation

    Take note of the order in opening and/or closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap pops up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch is properly sealed down. Load lever ASUS X79-DELUXE...
  • Page 64 Triangle mark Triangle mark Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 65: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 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 ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 66: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 67: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 68: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 69: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 70: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-10...

  • Page 71: Wi-Fi Antenna Installation

    2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.

  • Page 72: Bios Update Utility

    • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2: Basic installation...

  • Page 73: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    USB 3.0 ports 3-4 USB 3.0 ports 5-6 Optical S/PDIF Out port Audio I/O ports*** *, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next page for Bluetooth/Wi-Fi module LEDs, LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. ASUS X79-DELUXE 2-13...
  • Page 74 • 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. • When using the external SATA port, ensure that you use a compatible connector. *Bluetooth and Wi-Fi module LED indications Wi-Fi LED Bluetooth LED...

  • Page 75: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers ASUS X79-DELUXE 2-15...
  • Page 76 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic installation 2-16...

  • Page 77: Starting Up For The First Time

    If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. ASUS X79-DELUXE 2-17...

  • Page 78: Turning Off The Computer

    BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure...

  • Page 79: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

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

  • Page 80: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>, POST continues with its routines.

  • Page 81: Ez Mode

    • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 82: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 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 Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. Menu bar General help Back button...

  • Page 83: Menu Items

    This button allows you to enter notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 84: My Favorites

    Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add.

  • Page 85: Main Menu

    RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. 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 X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 86: Administrator Password

    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 87: 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 other BIOS items. ASUS X79-DELUXE...
  • Page 88 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 automatically optimize the CPU ratio and BCLK frequency. [X.M.P.] Allows your system to automatically optimize the CPU ratio, BCLK frequency, and memory parameters.
  • Page 89 The following item appears only when you set the EPU Power Saving Mode to [Enabled]. EPU Setting [Auto] Allows you to select a fixed setting for the EPU power saving mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-11...

  • Page 90: Dram Timing Control

    DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> or <-> 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.
  • 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 X79-DELUXE 3-13...
  • Page 92 DRAM IOL (CHA D1 R0; CHB D1 R0; CHC D1 R0; CHD D1 R0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 1 Clock] - [Advance 14 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock] - [Delay 14 Clock] DRAM RTL (CHA D1 R1; CHB D1 R1; CHC D1 R1; CHD D1 R1) [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...
  • Page 93 Set a higher value for a better overclocking performance of the VCCSA voltage at initial boot. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800kHz to 1.7kHz with a 0.005kHz interval. ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-15...
  • Page 94 CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response and the thermal component conditions. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to [Manual]. The thermal conditions should be monitored.
  • Page 95 DRAM-AB Power Phase Control [Standard] [Standard] Allows you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the full phase mode. DRAM-CD Current Capability [100%] Set a higher value for a total power range of DRAM slots C and D, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously.

  • Page 96: Cpu Performance Settings

    CPU Performance Settings The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and their features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency, resulting to a decreased average power consumption and decreased average heat production.
  • Page 97 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to configure the voltage amount for the processor’s phase locked loop (PLL). Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.200V to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval. ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-19...
  • Page 98 VTTCPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to configure the voltage amount for the processor’s cores and cache. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 1.05000V to 1.70000V with a 0.003125V interval. PCH 1.1v Voltage [Auto] Allows you to configure the voltage amount for the PCH chipset.
  • Page 99 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for PCIE control. ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-21...

  • 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 3-22...

  • Page 101: Cpu Configuration

    Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this item allows the legacy OS to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-23...
  • Page 102 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with a supporting OS (SuSE Linux 9.2, RedHat Enterprise 3 Update 3). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology.

  • Page 103: System Agent Configuration

    PCIEX16_3 Link Speed [GEN3] Allows you to select a target link speed in this slot. Configuration options: [GEN1] [GEN2] [GEN3] 3.6.3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-25...

  • Page 104: Sata Configuration

    3.6.4 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. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration.

  • Page 105: Usb Configuration

    Allows you to enable or disable the support for USB 3.0 devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. [Disabled] Disables the EHCI Hand-off support. ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-27...

  • Page 106: Onboard Devices Configuration

    USB Per Port Control Allows you to enable or disable the individual USB port. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.6.6 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the Azalia Audio Controller.
  • Page 107 Disables the system to run at x1 link when eSATA mode is enabled. ASMedia USB 3.0 Controller (Rear) [Enabled] Allows you to enable the ASMedia USB 3.0 controller of the rear panel of your system. ® Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-29...
  • Page 108 ASMedia USB 3.0 Controller (Rear) [Front] Allows you to enable the ASMedia USB 3.0 controller of the front panel of your system. ® Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASMedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Front] Allows you to enable the ASMedia USB 3.0 battery charging support of your system.

  • Page 109: Apm

    Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled (S4+S5] [Enabled (S5)] ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-31...

  • Page 110: Network Stack

    3.6.8 Network Stack Network stack [Disable] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable] [Enable] The following item appears only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] PXE boot wait time [0] This item allows you to key in a waiting time in pressing ESC key to abort the PXE boot.

  • Page 111: Monitor Menu

    N/A. Select [Ignore] if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage 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. ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-33...
  • Page 112 CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Q-Fan operating mode. [Advance Detects the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the Mode] mode control. When a 3-pin CPU fan is installed, select this mode for the DC mode Q-Fan control.
  • Page 113 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Intrude Detect Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the support for chassis intrusion detection. Enable this item to detect removal or replacement of chassis components. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-35...

  • Page 114: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following items appear only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled].
  • Page 115 Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [On] Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. [Off] Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error occurs. ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-37...
  • Page 116 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. Setup Mode [EZ Mode] [Advanced Mode] Allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST.

  • Page 117: Secure Boot

    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 X79-DELUXE 3-39...
  • Page 118 KEK Management The KEK (Key-exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key) manages the Signature database (db) and Revoked Signature database (dbx). Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). ® Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load KEK from File Allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device.

  • Page 119: Boot Option Priorities

    ® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device.

  • Page 120: Tool Menu

    3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. 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 121: Asus O.c. Profile

    3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Label Allows you to input a label of the setup profiles. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Yes.

  • Page 122: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of...

  • Page 123: Updating Bios

    DVD and a USB flash disk drive. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities.

  • Page 124: Asus Ez Flash

    3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 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

    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 http://support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 126: Asus Bios Updater

    3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the 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 Press <Tab> to switch between screen fields and use the <Up/Down/Home/End> keys to select the BIOS file and press <Enter>. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update. Are you sure to update BIOS? ASUS X79-DELUXE 3-49...
  • Page 128 Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your computer. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS.

  • Page 129: Chapter 4: Software Support

    Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.EXE. If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. ASUS X79-DELUXE...
  • Page 130 RAID/AHCI driver disk. Click the Contact The Utilities tab to display the menu shows the ASUS contact applications and information. other software that the motherboard supports. Click an icon...

  • Page 131: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. Acrobat ® To read about your motherboard’s utility guide: Click Manual tab > ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide. From the Manual folder, open the folder of the software manual that you wish to read.

  • Page 132: Software Information

    View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite 3 Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing AI Suite 3 in Windows ®...
  • Page 133 Launching AI Suite 3 Windows 7 OS ® From the Desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. You can also launch AI Suite in Windows 7 by clicking on the Notification area.
  • Page 134 Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user manual may vary depending on the motherboard model. • 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...

  • Page 135: Dual Intelligent Processors 4 With 4-Way Optimization

    Click or tap this 4-Way Optimization Click or tap to view the 4-Way button to auto-detect and tune the best Optimization report settings for your system DO NOT remove your fan during the tuning process. ASUS X79-DELUXE...
  • Page 136 Using 4-Way Optimization Click or tap the 4-Way Optimization button then click or tap Start to auto-detect the best settings based on actual usage. Click or tap to go back to Click or tap to start Click or tap to view the 4-Way Optimization auto-tuning more settings...

  • Page 137: Cpu Frequency

    Set the CPU Core Ratio item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Frequency in • TPU. Refer to section 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu in the BIOS chapter of this user manual for details. • The CPU Frequency bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 138: Energy Processing Unit (Epu)

    CPU Strap Click or tap to adjust the CPU Strap’s BCLK frequency Click or tap to apply the changes Click or tap to apply the adjustments Click or tap to undo Click or tap to load Click or tap to save the the adjustments Click or tap to go back the saved profile...
  • Page 139 Click or tap to apply the adjustments Click or tap to select a Click or tap to apply the Click or tap to undo the fan profile default settings adjustments ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-11...
  • Page 140 Away Mode Tick to select Vcore downgrade Click or tap to select a fan profile Click or tap to apply the adjustments Tick to mute the Click or tap to apply the Click or tap to undo the system’s sound default settings adjustments Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 141 CPU Voltage Frequency affects the VRM transient response and thermal conditions. Higher VRM frequency gets a quicker transient response. CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of every phase component. ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-13...
  • Page 142 DRAM-AB Power Phase Control For DRAM slots A or B, select Extreme for full phase mode to increase system performance or select Optimized for ASUS optimized phase tuning profile to increase the DRAM power efficiency. DRAM-CD Power Phase Control...

  • Page 143: Fan Xpert 2

    Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes Click or tap to switch between the CPU Click or tap to go back and chassis fan screens to the previous screen ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-15...
  • Page 144 RPM Mode RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed at its fixed value when the CPU temperature drops 75 C and below. Drag the slider up or down to adjust the fan’s speed Click or tap to undo the changes Click or tap to apply the changes...

  • Page 145: Usb 3.0 Boost

    • USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.0 devices that support UASP. For a list of UASP-supported USB 3.0 devices, visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. For a higher data transfer performance, use a USB 3.0 device.

  • Page 146: Usb Bios Flashback

    4.4.3 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. Launching USB BIOS Flashback To launch USB BIOS Flashback, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback.
  • Page 147 Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. After the utility detects a new BIOS, from the Save to: field, click or tap select the USB flash drive, then click or tap Download. After the download is complete, click or tap OK. ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-19...

  • Page 148: Ai Charger

    4.4.4 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ 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**. Launching Ai Charger+ To launch Ai Charger+, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Ai Charger+.

  • Page 149: Wi-Fi Engine

    Using the Client Mode The Client mode allows you to connect your system to a wireless network. To use the client mode: Click or tap Client Mode to launch Network Connections. From the Network Connections window, select a network adapter. ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-21...
  • Page 150 From the list of available networks, select a network that you want to connect to. Some networks may require you to key in a password. Using the AP Mode The AP mode allows you to set your system as an access point for other wireless-enabled devices.

  • Page 151: Wi-Fi Go

    ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote If you’re using an Android smart device, download the ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote from Google Play. If you’re using an iOS smart device, download the ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote from Apple Store.
  • Page 152 • Ensure that the ASUS AI Suite 3 utility is active when using Wi-Fi GO!. Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote allows you to remotely control your computer using your smart device.
  • Page 153 Click or tap Cloud GO! > Enter. Log in to your cloud accounts, then click or tap Sign In. • To log in to your ASUS Webstorage account, key in your user name and password. accounts, click or tap Sign in. Cloud •...
  • Page 154 Click or tap a specific icon to move, upload, rename, create folder, download, delete or refresh your cloud contents Click or tap to open a cloud storage account Tick to select contents Click or tap to sign out Click or tap to go back to Click or tap to go Click or tap to synchronize your files to back to Wi-Fi GO!
  • Page 155 Tick the contents that you want to synchronize, then tap Sync Clouds. Tick the cloud storage account then tap OK. • Tick Backup to PC under (C:\MyFavorite\) if you want to save a backup in your computer. • Open the Wi-Fi GO! folder to view all synced files. ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-27...
  • Page 156 Remote Desktop Remote Desktop allows you to remotely control your desktop in real-time using your smart device. Using Remote Desktop To use Remote Desktop: On your smart device, tap Remote Desktop > Enter. Wait for the smart device to connect with your computer. To operate Remote Desktop in Windows 7, you can select Extended Mode or Main ®...
  • Page 157 Remote Desktop interface for Windows ® Tap to launch the smart device’s keypad ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-29...
  • Page 158 Media Streaming Hub Media Streaming Hub allows you to stream media files to an HDTV and remotely control playback using your smart device. • When using your computer as a receiver, ensure to launch the Windows Media Player, then enable the remote control settings of the Windows Media Player. To do this, click or tap Stream then tick the items Allow remote control of my Player...
  • Page 159 Using Media Streaming Hub in your smart device To use Media Streaming Hub in your smart device, tap Media Streaming Hub > Enter. Tap to select playlist Tap to select media type Tap to select a receiver ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-31...

  • Page 160: File Transfer

    File Transfer File Transfer allows you to transfer files between your computer and your smart device. To send files between your computer and smart device, ensure to enable the File Transfer function in your smart device. Transferring files from computer to smart device To transfer files from computer to smart device: Click or tap File Transfer >...
  • Page 161 Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote. Transferring files from smart device to computer To transfer files from smart device to computer: Tap File Transfer > Enter. Tick the files that you want to send to your computer, then tap Send. ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-33...
  • Page 162 Smart Sensor Control Smart Sensor Control allows you to remotely control your desktop by using your smart device’s built-in sensors. • The functions of Smart Sensor Control varies with your computer’s operating system. • For Windows 7 OS, ensure to enable the Smart Sensor Control feature in your smart ®...
  • Page 163 In your smart device, tap Smart Sensor Control > Enable on the virtual microphone or gyroscope functions. Tap to enable the gyroscope function Tap to select voice Tap to enable virtual quality microphone function ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-35...
  • Page 164 Using Smart Sensor Control in Windows ® To use Smart Sensor Control: Click or tap Smart Sensor Control > Setting. In the Movement tab, select an action from , and dropdown fields. To save the actions as a profile, click or tap Apply & Save. To apply the actions without saving as a profile, click or tap Apply.
  • Page 165 Click or tap to apply and save the settings as a profile Click or tap to go back Click or tap to go back to Click or tap to apply the to Wi-Fi GO! screen the previous screen settings ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-37...
  • Page 166 Remote Keyboard & Mouse Remote Keyboard & Mouse allows you to use your smart device’s touch panel as a remote keyboard and mouse for your computer. Using Remote Keyboard & Mouse To use Keyboard & Mouse, tap Keyboard & Mouse in your smart device then tap Enter. Input field Tick to enable the left click + hold function Mouse tap area...
  • Page 167 Ensure to enable the Capture & Send feature in your smart device. To do this, tap Capture & Send then tap Enable. In your smart device, tap Capture & Send then tap Enter. Tap the file then select an app that you want to open the file with. ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-39...

  • Page 168: Ez Update

    4.4.7 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s software, drivers and BIOS easily. With this utlity, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that displays during POST. Launching EZ Update To launch EZ Update, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu,...
  • Page 169 Update main screen Click or tap to proceed the updating BIOS and boot logo After you click or tap BIOS Update button, click or tap Flash to update the BIOS and upload the boot logo in your system. ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-41...

  • Page 170: Network Icontrol

    4.4.8 Network iControl Network iControl is a one-stop setup network control center that allows you to manage your network bandwidth and set the bandwidth priority for your running programs. Launching Network iControl To launch Network iControl, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Network iControl.
  • Page 171 Click or tap to set the program as High, Normal, or Low Priority Tick to assign a schedule of your network programs to avoid network congestions Select a program from this list then click or to add to your network profile ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-43...

  • Page 172: Asus Ssd Caching Ii

    ASUS SSD Caching II. Using ASUS SSD Caching II Before using ASUS SSD Caching II utility, ensure that your HDDs and SSDs are connected SATA ports. Refer to 1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the to the Marvell ®...

  • Page 173: System Information

    AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click or tap the MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Viewing the CPU information Click or tap the CPU tab to view the processor’s information. ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-45...

  • Page 174: Audio Configurations

    Viewing the SPD information Click or tap the SPD tab to view the memory’s information. Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio ® experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability.
  • Page 175 HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC II for ® Windows 8 / Windows ® ® Advanced Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) settings Set default device button Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status ASUS X79-DELUXE 4-47...
  • Page 176 Analog and digital connector status • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • To play Blu-Ray™ disc, make sure to use an HDCP compliant monitor.

  • Page 177: Chapter 5: Raid Support

    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 X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 178: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 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 179: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS X79-DELUXE...
  • Page 180 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0...
  • Page 181 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS X79-DELUXE...
  • Page 182 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name...

  • Page 183: Marvell Raid Utility

    Revision ID └ PD 0: ST3160812AS BIOS Version ├ 1.0.0.1028 PD 8: ST3160812AS Firmware Version: └ 2.2.0.1105 PCIe Speed Rate : 5.0Gbps Configure SATA as: AHCI Mode ▶ Help Marvell RAID on chip controller. ENTER: Operation F10: Exit/Save ESC: Return ASUS X79-DELUXE...
  • Page 184 Create a RAID Array Move the selection bar to HBA 0: Marvell 0 and press <Enter>. Select Configuration Wizard and press <Enter>. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Configure->Select free disks HBA 0: Marvell 0 Port ID Virtual Disks PD ID ├...
  • Page 185 BIOS Version │ 1.0.0.1028 └ PD 8: ST3160812AS Firmware Version: │ 2.2.0.1105 └ Free Physical Disks PCIe Speed Rate : 5.0Gbps Configure SATA as: AHCI Mode ▶ ▶ Help Marvell RAID on chip controller. ENTER: Operation F10: Exit/Save ESC: Return ASUS X79-DELUXE...
  • Page 186 Press <F10>. The following warning message appears: Exit Do you want to exit from Marvell BIOS Setup? 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>. Select Delete and press <Enter>. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd.

  • Page 187: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    When the Make Disk menu appears, press <1> to create a RAID driver disk. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. ASUS X79-DELUXE 5-11...

  • Page 188: Creating A Raid Driver Disk In Windows

    5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® Start Windows ® Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. Go to the Intel AHCI/RAID Driver menu then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver path to open the RAID driver folder.

  • Page 189: Appendices

    The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS X79-DELUXE...

  • Page 190: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 191: Rf Equipment Notices

    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 192 Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NCC: Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC (RF Equipment) Appendices...

  • Page 193: Asus Contact Information

    +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...
  • Page 194 Appendices...

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