CPU New Intel Core™ i 7 Processors on LGA 2011-v 3 Socket Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The support of these features depends on the CPU types Chipset Intel X99 Express Chipset Memory 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR4 3000 (O.C.)/2800 (O.C.)*/2666 (O.C.)*/2400 (O.C.)*/2133 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory" Quad channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. Expansion Slots 40-Lane CPU- 3 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x 16 slots* (single@x 16, dual@x 16/x 16, triple@x 16/x 16/x 8) 28-Lane CPU- 3 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x 16 slots* (single@x 16, dual@x 16/x 8, triple@x 16/x 8/x 4) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x 16 slot** (max. at x 4 mode, compatible with PCIe x 1 & x 4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x 1 slot** (compatible with PCIe x 1 & x 4 devices) * The PCIe x 16_4 shares bandwidth with M.2 x 4. ** The PCIe x 16_2, PCIe x 1_1 & USB3_E12 connectors share the same bandwidth. By default, the PCIe x 16_2 slot & PCIe x 1_1 slot will automatically run at x 1 mode with USB3_E12 enabled for best resource optimization. Multi-GPU support Supports NVIDIA 3-Way/ Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology (with 2 PCIex 16 graphics card) Supports AMD 3-Way/ Quad-GPU Cross Fire X™ Technology Storage Intel X99 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 & Intel Rapid Storage Technology 13 support
- 1 x SATA Express port (gray, compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports)
- 1 x M.2 x 4 Socket 3 with vertical M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (Support PCIE SSD only)
- 8 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports* (4 x gray from controller 1, 4 x black from controller 2)
- Supports Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Rapid Recovery Technology** * Due to chipset behavior, The SATA6G_78, SATA6G_910 ports (black) do not support IRST including RAID configuration. ** These functions will work depending on the CPU installed. LAN Gigabit Intel LAN connection- 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) appliance Intel I218-V Gigabit LAN- Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) & physical layer (PHY) ASUS Turbo LAN Utility Audio Realtek ALC1150 8-channel high definition audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 2
- Separate layer for left & right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality
- Top notch audio sensation delivers according to the audio configuration
- Audio shielding ensures precision analog/digital separation & greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
- EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality
- Audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone & speakers
- Unique de-pop circuit to reduce start-up popping noise to audio outputs
- Premium Japan-made audio capacitors provides warm, natural, & immersive sound with exceptional clarity & fidelity
- High quality 112d B SNR stereo playback output (Line-out@back) & 104d B SNR recording input (Line-in) support
- Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit true BD lossless sound
- BD audio layer content protection
- DTS Ultra PC II
- DTS Connect
- Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming, front panel jack-retasking (MIC)
- Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O USB (Universal Serial Bus) Intel X99 Express Chipset- supports ASUS USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 Boost
- 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support
- 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel
- 7 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 3 ports at back panel) ASMedia USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 controllers- supports ASUS USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 Boost
- 5 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)
- 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports at back panel (black) ASUS Exclusive Features < Flagship performance> 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
- Whole system optimization with a single click! 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, & Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling & even tailor your own app usages. DIGI+ Power Control -CPU Power
- Industry leading digital 8-phase power design
- ASUS CPU power utility
- DRAM Power
- Industry leading digital 4-phase DRAM power design
- ASUS DRAM power utility TPU
- Auto Tuning, TPU, GPU Boost, 2-level TPU switch EPU
- EPU, EPU switch Fan Xpert 3 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function & multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control Turbo App featuring system performance tuning, network priority, audio scene configuration & fan cooling setting for selected applications. UEFI BIOS
- Most advanced options with fast response time M.2 & SATA Express onboard
- The latest transfer technology with up to 32 Gb/s data-transfer speeds for M.2
- The ultra fast transfer technology with up to 10 Gb/s data-transfer speeds for SATA Express Special Memory O.C. Design - superb memory O.C. capability under full load by minimizing the coupling noise & signal reflection effect Thunderbolt Ready (Optional)
- Blistering-fast 20 Gb/s data transfers upgrades with Thunderbolt EX II series. < Powerful Home Server> ASUS Home Cloud Server Wi Fi GO!
- Wi-Fi GO! Function: Cloud GO!, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer
- Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting i OS 7 & Android 4.0 systems Media Streamer
- Pipe music or movies from your PC to a smart TV, your entertainment goes wherever you go!
- Media Streamer app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting i OS 7 & Android 4.0 systems NFC Express 2 support (Optional)
- NFC receiver & 2-port USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 hub
- NFC one-touch
Features: Video-to-go, Photo Express, Remote Desktop, Quick Launch, Windows 8 Login & Bluetooth Pairing < Gamers & Professionals> Turbo APP
- Perform each application with tailored performance, network priority, audio configuration & fan speed for your needs Turbo LAN
- Experience smooth online gaming with lower pings & less lags Crystal Sound 2
- Feel the sound power with different usage scenarios. Steam support
- Compatible with the most fun gaming platform under Windows system <EZ DIY> Push Notice - Monitor your PC status with smart devices in real time USB (Universal Serial Bus) BIOS Flashback with USB (Universal Serial Bus) BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - O.C. Tuner - Crash Free BIOS 3 - EZ Flash 2 Q Design - Q-Code - Q-Shield - Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - Q-Slot - Q-DIMM - Q-Connector ASUS Special Features Special
Features: ASUS 5X Protection:
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM
- 8 Phase digital power design
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- Short circuit damage prevention
- ASUS ESD Guards
- Enhanced ESD protection
- ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors
- 2.5x long lifespan with excellent durability
- ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O
- 3x more durable corrosion-resistant coating
- USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 Boost
- USB (Universal Serial Bus) Charger+
- Ai Charger+
- Disk Unlocker
- AI Suite 3
- Mem OK!
- EZ XMP ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution Quiet Thermal Design:
- ASUS Fan Xpert 3
- ASUS Fanless Design: Heat sink solution with the aesthetic streamline IO cover ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features Precision Tweaker 2:
- v Core: Adjustable CPU Core voltage at 0.001V increment
- i GPU: Adjustable CPU Graphics voltage at 0.001V increment - v CCIO: Adjustable Analog & Digital I/O voltage at 0.001V increment - v CCIN: Adjustable CPU Input voltage at 0.01V increment - v CCSA: Adjustable CPU System Agent voltage at 0.001V increment
- v DRAM Bus: 110-step Memory voltage control
- v PCH: 176-step Chipset voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
- BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80 M Hz up to 300 M Hz at 0.1 M Hz increment Overclocking Protection:
- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x Intel LAN (RJ45) ports 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports (bottom port supports USB (Universal Serial Bus) BIOS Flashback) 1 x KB/MS combo connector 8-channel Audio I/O ports Internal I/O Connectors 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports (19-pin) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (Support PCIE SSD only) 1 x SATA Express connectors (gray) 8 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (4 x gray; 4 x black) 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) for both 3-pin (DC mode) & 4-pin (PWM mode) CPU coolers control with auto detection support 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector (4-pin) 4 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin) for both 3-pin (DC mode) & 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x Thunderbolt header (5-pin) for ASUS Thunderbolt EX series support 1 x TPM connector 1 x COM header 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN (Extension Fan) connector 1 x 3-pin CHASSIS (Chassis intrution) connector 1 x 2-pin Thermal sensor header 1 x 3-pin CPU Over Voltage (OV) header 1 x Mem OK! button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x DRCT (Direct Key) connector 1 x TPU switch (advanced two-stage adjustments) 1 x EPU switch 1 x EZ XMP switch 1 x Power-on button 1 x Reset button BIOS "128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, Pn P, DMI2.7, Wf M2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, Crash Free BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 Print Screen, F3 Shortcut functions & ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information." Manageability Wf M 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Operating System Support Windows 8.1 / Windows 8 Windows 7 Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12”x 9.6” (30.5cm x 24.4cm)