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With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all exclusive ASUS features into one simple-to-use package with an elegant design theme. It allows users to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speeds, voltage, and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers diverse and easy to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities.
DirectKey
A Dedicated Button to Access the BIOS Directly
Designed for users requiring frequent BIOS access, you can easily enter the BIOS automatically when the PC is on standby power with a press of a button. It saves you time during boot-up from having to repeatedly press the DEL key. Convenience and ease at its best!
Latest Transfer Technology
PCIe 3.0 Ready
The latest PCI Express bus standard delivers improved encoding for twice the performance of current PCIe 2.0. Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of PCIe 2.0 (in x16 mode). PCIe 3.0 provides users unprecedented data speeds, combined with the convenience and seamless transition offered by complete backward compatibility with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. Its a must-have feature for PC users aiming to improve and optimize graphics performance, as well as have the latest, most future-proof technology.
Complete USB 3.0 Integration
Double USB Access, Double Convenience ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0
accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. The P9X79 LE affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity.
CPU, Chipset and Graphics features
2nd Generation Intel Core i7 Processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket
This motherboard supports the latest 2nd Generation Intel Core i7 Processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to quad-channel (8 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 40 PCI Express 3.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance. 2nd Generation Intel Core i7 Processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world.
Intel X79 Express Chipset
The Intel X79 Express
Chipset is the latest single-chipset design that supports the 2nd Generation Intel Core i7 Processor family for the LGA 2011 Socket. It improves performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing for increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the X79 comes with 2 SATA 6Gb/s and 4 SATA 3Gb/s ports for faster data retrieval, doubling the bandwidth of current bus systems
3-WAY SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support
Both SLI and CrossfireX architectures work flawlessly on new ASUS X79 boards, with PCI Express slots designed to accommodate the power of up to three current graphics cards. Whether for professional graphics work, heavy duty multimedia or dedicated gaming, more than ample graphics power can be applied whenever needed.
P9X79 LE Product Overview
Other ASUS Features
Socket 2011
Intel Socket 2011
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TPU
The Ultimate Turbo Processor
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EPU
Energy Efficiency All Around
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Auto Tuning
Achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results automatically
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100% Japan-made Solid Capacitor
Uses 100% Japan-made Solid Capacitor.
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MemOK!
Quickly ensures memory boot compatibility.
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Specifications
CPU |
Intel Socket 2011 for 2nd Generation Core i7 Processors Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list |
Chipset |
Intel X79 |
Memory |
8 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 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. * Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). |
Multi-GPU Support |
Supports NVIDIA 3-Way SLI Technology Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX Technology |
Expansion Slots |
2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (dual x16) *1 1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x8 mode) *1 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 1 x PCI |
Storage |
Intel X79 chipset : 2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray 4 x SATA 3Gb/s port(s), blue Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 ASMedia ASM1061 controller : 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s port(s), red |
LAN |
Realtek 8111F, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s) |
Audio |
Realtek ALC892 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking Audio Feature : - Absolute Pitch 192kHz/ 24-bit True BD Lossless Sound - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel |
USB Ports |
ASMedia USB 3.0 controller : 4 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board) Intel X79 chipset : 14 x USB 2.0 port(s) (8 at back panel, black, 6 at mid-board) |
Overclocking Features |
Overclocking Protection : - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) |
Special Features |
ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control : ASUS TPU : - Auto Tuning - TurboV ASUS EPU : - EPU ASUS Digital Power Design : - Industry leading Digital 6 + 2 Phase CPU Power Design - Industry leading Digital 2 + 2 Phase DRAM Power Design - CPU Power Utility - DRAM Power Utility ASUS Exclusive Features : - Remote GO! - USB BIOS Flashback - MemOK! - AI Suite II - Ai Charger - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - USB 3.0 Boost ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution : - Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY : - DirectKey - ASUS O.C. Profile - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS MyLogo 2 - Multi-language BIOS ASUS Q-Design : - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Connector |
Back I/O Ports |
1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple) 1 x PS/2 mouse (green) 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s 1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s) 2 x USB 3.0 8 x USB 2.0 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 6 x Audio jack(s) |
Internal I/O Ports |
1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s) (19-pin) 3 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 6 USB 2.0 port(s) 1 x TPM connector(s) 1 x COM port(s) connector(s) 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s) 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connector(s) 1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (4 -pin) 1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (4 -pin) 4 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (4 -pin) 1 x S/PDIF out header(s) 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s) 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s) 1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP) 1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector) 1 x DirectKey Button(s) 1 x DRCT header(s) 1 x MemOK! button(s) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button(s) |
Accessories |
User's manual I/O Shield 2 x SATA 3Gb/s cable(s) 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s) 1 x SLI bridge(s) 1 x Q-connector(s) (2 in 1) |
BIOS |
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 |
Support Disc |
Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) |
Form Factor |
ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm ) |
Note |
*1: This motherboard is ready to support PCIe 3.0 SPEC. Functions will be available when using PCIe 3.0-compliant devices. Please refer to www.asus.com for updated details. |