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...PCI-E 3.0* ports, integrated Bluetooth, PCI-E/DIMM Disable jumpers, and a Right Angled 24pin power connector to maximize your graphics performance. This motherboard packs in EVGA EVBot*" support, you intelligent computing by optimizing performance on the fly from the palm of steady power to your hand. For more ...1394 Firewire Port Bracket • 2 Port USB 3.0 Bracket • 2-way SLI Bridge • Visual Installation Guide • Manual WARRANTY 'Plot ;I ' ' The EVGA X79 Classified is covered under EVGA's 3 year warranty which covers parts and labor. AMI / UEFI Software -
...PCI-E 3.0* ports, integrated Bluetooth, PCI-E/DIMM Disable jumpers, and a Right Angled 24pin power connector to maximize your graphics performance. This motherboard packs in EVGA EVBot*" support, you intelligent computing by optimizing performance on the fly from the palm of steady power to your hand. For more ...1394 Firewire Port Bracket • 2 Port USB 3.0 Bracket • 2-way SLI Bridge • Visual Installation Guide • Manual WARRANTY 'Plot ;I ' ' The EVGA X79 Classified is covered under EVGA's 3 year warranty which covers parts and labor. AMI / UEFI Software -
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EVGA X79 Motherboard Table of Contents Motherboard ...1 Before You Begin...5 Parts NOT in the Kit ...6 Intentions of the Kit...6 Motherboard ...7 Motherboard Specifications ...7 Unpacking and Parts Descriptions 9 Unpacking ...9 Equipment...9 Hardware Installation ...11 Safety Instructions ...11 Preparing the Motherboard ...12 Installing the CPU...12 Installing the Cooling Device...13 Installing System Memory (DIMMs 14 Installing the Motherboard...15 Installing the I/O Shield...
EVGA X79 Motherboard Table of Contents Motherboard ...1 Before You Begin...5 Parts NOT in the Kit ...6 Intentions of the Kit...6 Motherboard ...7 Motherboard Specifications ...7 Unpacking and Parts Descriptions 9 Unpacking ...9 Equipment...9 Hardware Installation ...11 Safety Instructions ...11 Preparing the Motherboard ...12 Installing the CPU...12 Installing the Cooling Device...13 Installing System Memory (DIMMs 14 Installing the Motherboard...15 Installing the I/O Shield...
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EVGA X79 Motherboard Connecting Internal Headers ...19 Front Panel Header ...19 Firewire 1394a (1394b optional 20 USB Headers ...21 Audio ...22 PCI-E x1 Slots...23 PCI-E x16/x8 Slots ...23 Onboard Buttons ...24 Clear CMOS Button ...24 RESET and POWER Button ...24 Post Port Debug LED and LED Status Indicators 25 Post Port Debug LED ...25 LED Status Indicators ...25 Installing Drivers and Software 26 Windows 7/Vista/XP Driver Installation 26 POST Codes ...27 EVGA Glossary of Terms ...32 Compliance Information ...35 4
EVGA X79 Motherboard Connecting Internal Headers ...19 Front Panel Header ...19 Firewire 1394a (1394b optional 20 USB Headers ...21 Audio ...22 PCI-E x1 Slots...23 PCI-E x16/x8 Slots ...23 Onboard Buttons ...24 Clear CMOS Button ...24 RESET and POWER Button ...24 Post Port Debug LED and LED Status Indicators 25 Post Port Debug LED ...25 LED Status Indicators ...25 Installing Drivers and Software 26 Windows 7/Vista/XP Driver Installation 26 POST Codes ...27 EVGA Glossary of Terms ...32 Compliance Information ...35 4
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... hand. High performance PWM and POSCAP Capacitors deliver clean, optimal power to maximize your system for maximum overclocking. This board is loaded with the EVGA X79 motherboards! True next generation motherboards have arrived with the latest technologies like a full UEFI BIOS, USB 3.0 Ports, SATA III/6G support, PCI-E 3.0** ports, E-SATA, a true next generation board...
... hand. High performance PWM and POSCAP Capacitors deliver clean, optimal power to maximize your system for maximum overclocking. This board is loaded with the EVGA X79 motherboards! True next generation motherboards have arrived with the latest technologies like a full UEFI BIOS, USB 3.0 Ports, SATA III/6G support, PCI-E 3.0** ports, E-SATA, a true next generation board...
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... provides you have purchased all the necessary parts needed to reinstall an operating system even though the current storage drive may already have one installed. 6 EVGA X79 Motherboard Parts NOT in a PC case, you will need to allow for proper system functionality. However, it does not contain the following items that must be...
... provides you have purchased all the necessary parts needed to reinstall an operating system even though the current storage drive may already have one installed. 6 EVGA X79 Motherboard Parts NOT in a PC case, you will need to allow for proper system functionality. However, it does not contain the following items that must be...
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... inches x 10.3 inches Microprocessor support Intel Socket 2011 Processor Operating systems Supports Windows 7 / Vista / XP Contains Intel X79 chipset System Memory support Supports Dual channel DDR3-2133MHz+. EVGA X79 Motherboard EVGA X79 Motherboard Motherboard Specifications Size ATX form factor of 12 inches x 9.6 inches EATX form factor of DDR3 memory. USB 2.0 Ports Supports...
... inches x 10.3 inches Microprocessor support Intel Socket 2011 Processor Operating systems Supports Windows 7 / Vista / XP Contains Intel X79 chipset System Memory support Supports Dual channel DDR3-2133MHz+. EVGA X79 Motherboard EVGA X79 Motherboard Motherboard Specifications Size ATX form factor of 12 inches x 9.6 inches EATX form factor of DDR3 memory. USB 2.0 Ports Supports...
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off) Expansion Slots PCI-E x1 slots PCI-E x8/x16 slots 8 EVGA X79 Motherboard SATA Ports SATA ports up to 3G (300 MB/s) data transfer rate SATA ports up to disk - depends on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), ...
off) Expansion Slots PCI-E x1 slots PCI-E x8/x16 slots 8 EVGA X79 Motherboard SATA Ports SATA ports up to 3G (300 MB/s) data transfer rate SATA ports up to disk - depends on suspend), S3 (suspend to RAM), ...
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... are included with all the necessary cables for adding a motherboard to a system case. Visual Guide Helps to a SATA power connector. 9 EVGA X79 Motherboard Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Unpacking The EVGA X79 Motherboard comes with the EVGA X79 Motherboard: The EVGA X79 Motherboard This PCI-E motherboard contains the Intel X79 chipset and is SLI-ready. I/O Shield Installs in the... Allows a Molex power connector to adapt to quickly and visually guide you may not need many of the motherboard. If replacing a motherboard, you through the hardware installation of these cables.
... are included with all the necessary cables for adding a motherboard to a system case. Visual Guide Helps to a SATA power connector. 9 EVGA X79 Motherboard Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Unpacking The EVGA X79 Motherboard comes with the EVGA X79 Motherboard: The EVGA X79 Motherboard This PCI-E motherboard contains the Intel X79 chipset and is SLI-ready. I/O Shield Installs in the... Allows a Molex power connector to adapt to quickly and visually guide you may not need many of the motherboard. If replacing a motherboard, you through the hardware installation of these cables.
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... SLI Bridge Bridges two graphics cards together which allows for 2-way SLI. User Manual The user manual you are reading right now! 10 EVGA X79 Motherboard 2-Port USB 2.0 / 1394a Firewire Bracket Provides two additional USB ports and 1 additional 1394a Firewire port to the back panel of the chassis. 2-Port USB 3.0 Bracket (...
... SLI Bridge Bridges two graphics cards together which allows for 2-way SLI. User Manual The user manual you are reading right now! 10 EVGA X79 Motherboard 2-Port USB 2.0 / 1394a Firewire Bracket Provides two additional USB ports and 1 additional 1394a Firewire port to the back panel of the chassis. 2-Port USB 3.0 Bracket (...
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EVGA X79 Motherboard Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard Installing the CPU Installing the Cooling Device Installing the memory Installing the motherboard... Connecting cables Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of the motherboard. Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the...
EVGA X79 Motherboard Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard Installing the CPU Installing the Cooling Device Installing the memory Installing the motherboard... Connecting cables Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of the motherboard. Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the...
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...the right socket lever by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the socket. EVGA X79 Motherboard Preparing the Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. If you ever need to transport your motherboard. Note: After removing the CPU socket cover, it is recommended to store it in case... CPU, it is highly recommended to damage any of the pins inside of the processor. Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto the motherboard: Unhook the left socket lever and the load plate will lift from the socket. Open the load plate and make sure not ...
...the right socket lever by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the socket. EVGA X79 Motherboard Preparing the Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. If you ever need to transport your motherboard. Note: After removing the CPU socket cover, it is recommended to store it in case... CPU, it is highly recommended to damage any of the pins inside of the processor. Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto the motherboard: Unhook the left socket lever and the load plate will lift from the socket. Open the load plate and make sure not ...
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EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing the Cooling Device There are many different cooling devices that came with this motherboard. Align the notches on the CPU. Press the right socket lever down into place. Note: Make sure the CPU is fully seated and level in the socket. Lower the load plate so it is resting on the CPU to the notches in the socket. Lower the processor straight down to lock into place. Carefully lock the lever back into the socket. Follow the instructions that can be used with your cooling assembly. 13
EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing the Cooling Device There are many different cooling devices that came with this motherboard. Align the notches on the CPU. Press the right socket lever down into place. Note: Make sure the CPU is fully seated and level in the socket. Lower the load plate so it is resting on the CPU to the notches in the socket. Lower the processor straight down to lock into place. Carefully lock the lever back into the socket. Follow the instructions that can be used with your cooling assembly. 13
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These slots support 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB DDR3 DIMMs. There must be at both sides of the DIMM slot. The Intel X79 chipset supports quad channel memory; This slot matches the slot on the DIMM to ensure the component is only one memory slot populated to install ... The plastic clips at least one gap near the center of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the DIMM slot. EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing System Memory (DIMMs) Your new motherboard has four 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory. you can choose any slots to insert the DIMMs. Use the following procedure to...
These slots support 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB DDR3 DIMMs. There must be at both sides of the DIMM slot. The Intel X79 chipset supports quad channel memory; This slot matches the slot on the DIMM to ensure the component is only one memory slot populated to install ... The plastic clips at least one gap near the center of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the DIMM slot. EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing System Memory (DIMMs) Your new motherboard has four 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory. you can choose any slots to insert the DIMMs. Use the following procedure to...
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... if it fits securely. 15 Press the I /O shield and secure the motherboard into place and make sure it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard and then make sure the CPU Fan assembly is aligned with the vents on... working with an I /O shield from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis. EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing the Motherboard The sequence of installing the motherboard into place and for the system case covers to lock into a system case depends on the system case being used to block ...
... if it fits securely. 15 Press the I /O shield and secure the motherboard into place and make sure it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard and then make sure the CPU Fan assembly is aligned with the vents on... working with an I /O shield from dust and foreign objects, and promotes correct airflow within the chassis. EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing the Motherboard The sequence of installing the motherboard into place and for the system case covers to lock into a system case depends on the system case being used to block ...
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EVGA X79 Motherboard Securing the Motherboard into a System Case Most system cases have a base with a recommended minimum of nine (9) ...Button 16 Connecting Cables This section takes you through all the necessary connections on the motherboard, it is recommended that you remove that stud to prevent the possibility of a short circuit. Carefully place the...aligned with the chassis vents according to the fan assembly instruction. Secure the motherboard with mounting studs or spacers to allow the motherboard to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are...
EVGA X79 Motherboard Securing the Motherboard into a System Case Most system cases have a base with a recommended minimum of nine (9) ...Button 16 Connecting Cables This section takes you through all the necessary connections on the motherboard, it is recommended that you remove that stud to prevent the possibility of a short circuit. Carefully place the...aligned with the chassis vents according to the fan assembly instruction. Secure the motherboard with mounting studs or spacers to allow the motherboard to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are...
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The 24pin Power Connector may be standard or right angled depending on the motherboard. Right Angled 24pin Power Connector Standard 24pin Power Connector Connector 24 12 Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 +3.3V 2 +3.3V 13... GND 18 GND 19 GND 20 RSVD 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND 17 EVGA X79 Motherboard 24pin ATX Power (PW1) PW1 is secure. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly... aligned with the connector on your motherboard model. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is the main...
The 24pin Power Connector may be standard or right angled depending on the motherboard. Right Angled 24pin Power Connector Standard 24pin Power Connector Connector 24 12 Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 +3.3V 2 +3.3V 13... GND 18 GND 19 GND 20 RSVD 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND 17 EVGA X79 Motherboard 24pin ATX Power (PW1) PW1 is secure. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly... aligned with the connector on your motherboard model. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is the main...
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EVGA X79 Motherboard 8-pin ATX 12V Power (PW12-1 & PW12-2) PW12-1 & PW12-2 (optional), the 8-pin ATX 12V power connections, are to be used to provide power to the connector and press firmly until seated. If your motherboard has two 8-pin connectors, the secondary is optional for improved overclocking. +12V GND BIOS Select Switch (Optional) The BIOS Select Switch is featured on select motherboards and located directly on the bottom edge of physical BIOS chips are used when the system is powered on. 18 This jumper controls which of the motherboard. Align the pins to the CPU.
EVGA X79 Motherboard 8-pin ATX 12V Power (PW12-1 & PW12-2) PW12-1 & PW12-2 (optional), the 8-pin ATX 12V power connections, are to be used to provide power to the connector and press firmly until seated. If your motherboard has two 8-pin connectors, the secondary is optional for improved overclocking. +12V GND BIOS Select Switch (Optional) The BIOS Select Switch is featured on select motherboards and located directly on the bottom edge of physical BIOS chips are used when the system is powered on. 18 This jumper controls which of the motherboard. Align the pins to the CPU.
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... indicator LED cable to these two pins of the hard disks. RESET Attach the Reset switch cable from the case to these two pins. EVGA X79 Motherboard Connecting Internal Headers Front Panel Header The front panel header on this...
... indicator LED cable to these two pins of the hard disks. RESET Attach the Reset switch cable from the case to these two pins. EVGA X79 Motherboard Connecting Internal Headers Front Panel Header The front panel header on this...