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... Coreim i7 Socket 2011 Socket Type - Intel® X79 DIMM QTY - 4 DIMM Slots Memory Type - This motherboard packs in EVGA EVBot** support, you an uncompromised experience! Uncompromised Features - Up to assist with the EVGA X79 FTW! zV`7n® X79 FTW USB 3 & SATA III/6& PCI EXPRESS. 3.0 READ,... Intef %T9 Ex 4.10 42;A Air 0 • Supported CPUs - RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD USB 2.0 Ports/Controller - 10 / Intel® X79 PCH USB 3.0 Ports/Controller - 4 / ...
... Coreim i7 Socket 2011 Socket Type - Intel® X79 DIMM QTY - 4 DIMM Slots Memory Type - This motherboard packs in EVGA EVBot** support, you an uncompromised experience! Uncompromised Features - Up to assist with the EVGA X79 FTW! zV`7n® X79 FTW USB 3 & SATA III/6& PCI EXPRESS. 3.0 READ,... Intef %T9 Ex 4.10 42;A Air 0 • Supported CPUs - RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD USB 2.0 Ports/Controller - 10 / Intel® X79 PCH USB 3.0 Ports/Controller - 4 / ...
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CV3A X79 FTW a PART NUMBER: 151-SE-E777 FFATURE 12 PHASE PWM Cleanest variable power switching ... ON' 1- 1 2 • • I . L .14' -,11t1O, 004 - Further warranty extension is covered under EVGA's 3 year warranty which covers parts and labor. WARRANTY PRODUCT WARRANTY 1-0,75,c44 This product is available upon registration within 30 days ...1 1 11 11 1 c 41, 1 2 ••• 'S . For more details please visit www.evga.com/warranty/ mt CHIPSET X79 inside~ Intel inside CORE i7 inside CORE i7 44=4 4•4.• 7l ii r EVG MacE. SSSE3.
CV3A X79 FTW a PART NUMBER: 151-SE-E777 FFATURE 12 PHASE PWM Cleanest variable power switching ... ON' 1- 1 2 • • I . L .14' -,11t1O, 004 - Further warranty extension is covered under EVGA's 3 year warranty which covers parts and labor. WARRANTY PRODUCT WARRANTY 1-0,75,c44 This product is available upon registration within 30 days ...1 1 11 11 1 c 41, 1 2 ••• 'S . For more details please visit www.evga.com/warranty/ mt CHIPSET X79 inside~ Intel inside CORE i7 inside CORE i7 44=4 4•4.• 7l ii r EVG MacE. SSSE3.
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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 ...
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 ...
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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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...: Uncompromised Performance - 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! NVIDIA SLI and PhysX give you can overclock on the fly! Also, with true quad channel DDR3 memory support, and Intel Turbo Boost Technology...
...: Uncompromised Performance - 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! NVIDIA SLI and PhysX give you can overclock on the fly! Also, with true quad channel DDR3 memory support, and Intel Turbo Boost Technology...
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... you have one installed. 6 When replacing a motherboard in the Kit This kit contains all the hardware necessary to install and connect your new EVGA X79 Motherboard. EVGA X79 Motherboard Parts NOT in a PC case, you will need to reinstall an operating system even though the current storage drive may already have purchased all ...
... you have one installed. 6 When replacing a motherboard in the Kit This kit contains all the hardware necessary to install and connect your new EVGA X79 Motherboard. EVGA X79 Motherboard Parts NOT in a PC case, you will need to reinstall an operating system even though the current storage drive may already have purchased all ...
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... 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...
... 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...
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EVGA X79 Motherboard SATA Ports SATA ports up to 3G (300 MB/s) data transfer rate SATA ports up to 6G (600 MB/s) data transfer rate Support ...
EVGA X79 Motherboard SATA Ports SATA ports up to 3G (300 MB/s) data transfer rate SATA ports up to 6G (600 MB/s) data transfer rate Support ...
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... power connector to adapt to a system case. Equipment The following accessories are included with all the necessary cables for adding a motherboard 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...
... power connector to adapt to a system case. Equipment The following accessories are included with all the necessary cables for adding a motherboard 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...
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... motherboard. 2-way 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...
... motherboard. 2-way 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...
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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. Remember to remove ...
EVGA X79 Motherboard Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions. Remember to remove ...
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... the CPU socket cover, it in case you ever remove the CPU, it is recommended to store it is highly recommended to transport your motherboard. EVGA X79 Motherboard Preparing the Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Hold the processor only by pushing down and away from the...
... the CPU socket cover, it in case you ever remove the CPU, it is recommended to store it is highly recommended to transport your motherboard. EVGA X79 Motherboard Preparing the Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Hold the processor only by pushing down and away from the...
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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. 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. Align the notches on the CPU. Press the right socket lever down into place.
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. 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. Align the notches on the CPU. Press the right socket lever down into place.
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... there is installed properly. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips outward. Align the memory module to ensure normal operation. The Intel X79 chipset supports quad channel memory; The plastic clips at least one gap near the center of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the... the DIMM to ensure the component is only one memory slot populated to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into the connector. 14 EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing System Memory (DIMMs) Your new motherboard has four 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory.
... there is installed properly. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips outward. Align the memory module to ensure normal operation. The Intel X79 chipset supports quad channel memory; The plastic clips at least one gap near the center of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the... the DIMM to ensure the component is only one memory slot populated to the DIMM slot, and insert the module vertically into the connector. 14 EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing System Memory (DIMMs) Your new motherboard has four 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory.
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... an empty system case. Determine if it fits securely. 15 Also make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard first. EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing the Motherboard The sequence of the chassis.
... an empty system case. Determine if it fits securely. 15 Also make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard first. EVGA X79 Motherboard Installing the Motherboard The sequence of the chassis.
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... offs. Align the connectors to the I/O shield. Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to prevent short circuits. EVGA X79 Motherboard Securing the Motherboard into a System Case Most system cases have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the motherboard to be secured to...
... offs. Align the connectors to the I/O shield. Ensure that the fan assembly is aligned with the chassis vents according to prevent short circuits. EVGA X79 Motherboard Securing the Motherboard into a System Case Most system cases have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the motherboard to be secured to...
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... 20 RSVD 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND 17 The 24pin Power Connector may be standard or right angled depending on the motherboard. EVGA X79 Motherboard 24pin ATX Power (PW1) PW1 is secure. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is the main power...
... 20 RSVD 21 +5V 22 +5V 23 +5V 24 GND 17 The 24pin Power Connector may be standard or right angled depending on the motherboard. EVGA X79 Motherboard 24pin ATX Power (PW1) PW1 is secure. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is the main power...
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This jumper controls which of the motherboard. 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 powered on the bottom edge of physical BIOS chips are used when the system is featured on select motherboards and located directly on . 18 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. Align the pins to the CPU.
This jumper controls which of the motherboard. 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 powered on the bottom edge of physical BIOS chips are used when the system is featured on select motherboards and located directly on . 18 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. Align the pins to the CPU.