ASUS X99-A

ASUS X99-A LGA 2011-3 X99 DDR4 M.2

ASUS X99-A LGA 2011-3 X99 DDR4 M.2

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  • Unmatched performance, flawless Crystal Sound 2 audio and customizable Turbo App for your X99 build.
  • Patent Pending OC Socket – Drive CPU and DDR4 performance beyond all expectations!
  • 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 – One click overclock and cooling, done!
  • 32Gb/s ultrafast M.2 x4
  • Crystal Sound 2 - Flawless audio that makes you part of the game!
  • Total control anytime, anywhere with Remote GO!
  • Upgrade flexibility to ultimate-speed 10Gbit/s with ASUS USB 3.1 Card

Specifications Overview

Model X99-A
Release Date October 2014

* First availability for purchase, it may not correspond to the actual market launch date.

Socket LGA2011-3
Form factor Micro ATX
Chipset Intel X99
Supported Memory DDR4
2133Mhz 2400Mhz 2666Mhz 2800Mhz 3000Mhz 3200Mhz
* High clock speeds may require enabling the XMP profile in the motherboard BIOS
** RAM support may also depend on the CPU memory controller
ECC RAM Support No
Audio Chipset Realtek ALC1150
Audio Channels 8 Channels
LAN Chipset Intel I218V
Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps
SLI Support Yes
CrossFire Support Yes
RAID Support Yes
Back Connect No
Wireless LAN No
PCI-Express x16 Slots 4
PCI-Express x4 Slots 0
PCI-Express x1 Slots 2
SATA 6 Gbps Ports 8
SATA Express Ports 0
M.2 Ports 1
M.2 Devices support
  • 2242 / 2260 / 2280 - M Key
RAM Slots 4
Maximum Supported RAM 64 GB
Onboard USB 2.0 2
Onboard USB 3.2 Gen 1 2
Onboard USB 3.2 Gen 2 0
Onboard USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 0

Description

  • CPU

    Intel® Socket 2011-v3 Core™ i7 Processors
    Supports Intel® 22 nm CPU
    Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.

  • Chipset

    Intel® X99

  • Memory

    8 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 3200(O.C.)/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. 
    * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).

  • Multi-GPU Support

    Supports NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI™ Technology
    Supports NVIDIA® 3-Way SLI™ Technology
    Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
    Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™ Technology

  • Expansion Slots

    40-Lane CPU-
    3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16, x16/x16, x16/x16/x8) *1
    28-Lane CPU-
    3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 ( x16, x16/x8, x16/x8/x4) *2
    1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x4 mode) *3
    2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 (x1 mode) *3

  • Storage

    New Intel® Core™ i7 Processors :
    1 x M.2 Socket 3, , with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (Support PCIE SSD only)
    Intel® X99 chipset :
    1 x SATA Express port, , compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
    8 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), *4,
    Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
    Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Recovery Technology*5

  • LAN

    Intel® I218V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)

  • Audio

    Realtek® ALC1150 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 2
    - Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
    - High quality 112 dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out at rear) and 104 dB SNR stereo playback input (Line-in)
    - High-fidelity audio OP AMP(s)
    Audio Feature :
    - DTS Ultra PC II
    - DTS Connect
    - Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
    - BD Audio Layer Content Protection
    - Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
    - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
    - Audio amplifier: Provides the highest-quality sound for headphone and speakers
    - Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
    - Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
    - Top notch audio sensation delivers according to the audio configuration
    - EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality

  • USB Ports

    Intel® X99 chipset :
    5 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (4 at mid-board)
    Intel® X99 chipset :
    8 x USB 2.0/1.1 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 4 at mid-board)
    ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller :
    5 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (5 at back panel, )

  • Special Features

    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, and Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling and even tailor your own app usages.
    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
    ASUS TPU :
    - Auto Tuning
    - GPU Boost
    - TPU switch
    ASUS EPU :
    - EPU switch
    ASUS Digital Power Design :
    - Industry leading Digital 8 Phase Power Design
    - Industry leading Digital 4 Phase DRAM Power Design
    - CPU Power Utility
    - DRAM Power Utility
    ASUS Exclusive Features :
    - Remote GO!
    - USB BIOS Flashback
    - MemOK!
    - AI Suite 3
    - Ai Charger+
    - USB Charger+
    - M.2 & SATA Express
    - Anti-Surge
    - Onboard Button : Power/Reset
    - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
    - USB 3.0 Boost
    - Disk Unlocker
    - Turbo LAN
    - Crystal Sound 2
    Interactive HomeCloud
    - Media Streamer
    ASUS EZ DIY :
    - Precision Tweaker 2
    - ASUS O.C. Tuner
    - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
    - ASUS EZ Flash 2
    - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
    - Push Notice
    ASUS Q-Design :
    - ASUS Q-Shield
    - ASUS Q-Code
    - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
    - ASUS Q-Slot
    - ASUS Q-DIMM
    - ASUS Q-Connector
    Special Memory O.C. Design
    Turbo App
    Fan Xpert 3

  • Operating System Support

    Windows® 8.1
    Windows® 8
    Windows® 7

  • Back I/O Ports

    1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
    1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
    6 x USB 3.0 (blue)
    4 x USB 2.0
    1 x Optical S/PDIF out
    5 x Audio jack(s)
    1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s)

  • Internal I/O Ports

    1 x AAFP connector
    2 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.0 port(s) (19-pin)
    2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
    1 x SATA Express connector: gray,
    1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (Support PCIE SSD only)
    1 x TPM connector(s)
    1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
    8 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
    1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
    1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
    4 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (4 x 4 -pin)
    1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
    1 x Thunderbolt header(s)
    1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
    1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
    1 x EZ XMP switch
    1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector)
    1 x Chassis Intrusion connector(s)
    1 x DRCT header(s)
    1 x MemOK! button(s)
    1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
    1 x TPU switch(es)
    1 x EPU switch(es)
    1 x CPU/DRAM overvoltage jumper(s)
    1 x Power-on button(s)
    1 x Reset button(s)
    1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
    1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector

  • Accessories

    User's manual
    ASUS Q-Shield
    4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
    1 x SLI bridge(s)
    1 x Q-connector(s) (2 in 1)

  • Form Factor

    ATX Form Factor
    12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )

  • Note

    1* The PCIe x16_4 shares bandwidth with M.2 x4. When M.2 socket is occupied, the PCIe x16_4 slot will be disabled.
    2* The PCIe x16_4 shares bandwidth with M.2 x4. When M.2 socket is occupied, the PCIe x16_4 slot will be disabled.The PCIe x16_3 slot support x8 devices only.
    3* The PCIe x16_2, PCIe x1_1 and USB3_E56 connectors share the same bandwidth. By default, the PCIe x16_2 slot and PCIe x1_1 slot will automatically run at x1 mode with USB3_E56 enabled for best resource optimization.
    4* Due to chipset behavior, The SATA6G_78, SATA6G_910 ports (black) do not support IRST including RAID configuration.
    5* These functions will work depending on the CPU installed.



Expert reviews

78

You can build yourself a gaming rig out of a bargain-priced, dual core processor and a budget motherboard. I've had Far Cry 4 running at max settings on a 1080p machine that cost less than either of the latest consoles. Or, you can spend thousands...

85

Asus’ X99-A motherboard is a very good solution that offers a well-balanced set of features and consistent performance. If you are never going to use more than two graphics cards and are happy to pay a little extra (over competing boards) for an eye-catching colour scheme and market-leading UEFI, the Asus X99-A is definitely worth buying.

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90

When you think about the X99 platform what do you want? Well the X99-A gives you eight SATA 6GB/s ports, a SATA Express port, a 32Gb/s M.2 slot, three PCI-Express 3.0 slot, two USB 3.0 headers, ASUS's own Crystal Sound 2 audio solution, Intel-powered...

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