ASUS does it again with the ASUS P9X79 PRO LGA 2011 Intel X79 motherboard. The domicile for the latest and revolutionary Intel new flagship CPU in LGA 2011 packaging, the ASUS P9X79 PRO comes with the industry leading specifications and a wealth of ASUS innovative technology making it an ideal foundation for your new dream system. The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control allows precise DRAM tuning and CPU voltage control for better platform stability and ample overclocking margin. Support for up to 4-channel, 64GB of system memory with an 8-DIMM design maximizes the memory bandwidth to match the amazing CPU processing capability.
USB BIOS Flashback enables true plug and play UEFI flashing with any USB storage device. ASUS USB 3.0 Boost adds new UASP support to accelerate USB 3.0 performance by almost three times over standard protocols with supported devices. Along with 3-Way SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX support in combination with PCIe 3.0 capabilities, ASUS SSD Caching, Fan Xpert+ for customizable speeds with independent fan control and more, the P9X79 Pro is the ideal choice for unmatched features and user-friendly innovations.
Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power ControlThe world’s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). Third generation Dual Intelligent Processors with New DIGI+ Power Control include three digital voltage controllers, allowing ultra-precise DRAM tuning in addition to ultra-precise CPU voltage control. This evolution of innovative and industry-leading ASUS technology provides super-accurate voltage tuning for better efficiency, stability and performance.
8 DIMM in Quad Channel Design - X79 Done RightSupport for up to 64GB of system memory with an 8-DIMM in 4-channel configuration on ASUS X79 motherboards provides the capacity for users to make full use of modern 64-bit software, ideal for rendering detailed images or manipulating large files without the bottlenecks of conventional storage. It also allows users to set up big RAM disks and speed up frequently accessed programs, minimizing the impact of storage transfer delays while maximizing user benefit.
ASUS SSD CachingSSD Caching from ASUS is easier than ever. At 3X faster, this feature boosts system performance by using an installed SSD with no capacity limitations as a cache for frequently accessed data. Harness a combination of SSD-like performance and response and hard drive capacity with just one click, no rebooting needed and instant activation for complete ease of use, and even prevent data loss with included backup functionality.
BT GO!Onboard Bluetooth wireless design enables smart connectivity to Bluetooth devices with no additional adapter. ASUS BT GO! includes seven special functions so users can sync and transfer files between PC and mobile devices, and use them as a remote control to play music and even overclock their PC. All are fully accessible through the exclusive user friendly ASUS interface.
Power eSATA 6Gb/s Ready and Complete USB 3.0 Integration with USB 3.0 BoostIn addition to the standard SATA 6Gbps ports, powered eSATA 6Gb/s that combines data and power connectivity are also provided. Users enjoy 2X faster transfer rates, and can use external SATA 6Gb/s devices with no additional power adapters. ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 6 USB 3.0 ports in total. A new ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology which supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard, is introduced. With USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is significantly increased up to 170%, adding to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction.
3-Way SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX SupportBoth SLI and CrossfireX architectures work flawlessly on new ASUS X79 boards, with PCI Express slots designed to accommodate the power of up to four current graphics cards. Whether for professional graphics work, heavy duty multimedia or dedicated gaming, more than ample graphics power can be applied whenever needed.
Learn more about the ASUS P9X79 PRO
Model
Brand
ASUS
Model
P9X79 PRO
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type
LGA 2011
CPU Type
Core i7 (LGA2011) / Xeon (LGA2011)
Supported CPU Technologies
Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
Chipsets
Chipset
Intel X79
Onboard Video
Onboard Video Chipset
None
Memory
Number of Memory Slots
8x240pin
Memory Standard
DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066
Maximum Memory Supported
64GB
Channel Supported
Quad Channel
Expansion Slots
PCI Express 3.0 x16
3 (dual@x16; triple@x16/x8/x8) 1 (@x8)
PCI Express x1
2 x PCI Express x1
Storage Devices
SATA 3Gb/s
4 x SATA 3Gb/s
SATA 6Gb/s
4 x SATA 6Gb/s
SATA RAID
2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), white and 4 x SATA 3Gb/s port(s), blue support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Onboard Audio
Audio Chipset
Realtek ALC898
Audio Channels
8 Channels
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset
Intel 82579V
Max LAN Speed
1Gbps
Bluetooth
Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR
Rear Panel Ports
USB 3.0
4 x USB 3.0
USB 1.1/2.0
6 x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to USB BIOS Flashback)
eSATA
2 x Power eSATA 6Gb/s
S/PDIF Out
1 x Optical
Audio Ports
6 Ports
Internal I/O Connectors
Onboard USB
2 x USB 3.0 + 6 x USB 2.0
Other Connectors
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (4 -pin) 4 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (4 -pin) 1 x Optional 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 MemOK! button(s) 1 x TPU switch(es) 1 x EPU switch(es) 1 x Power-on button(s) 1 x Reset button(s) 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
Physical Spec
Form Factor
ATX
Dimensions (W x L)
12.0" x 9.6"
Power Pin
24 Pin
Features
Features
Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with New DIGI+ Power Control
Support for up to 64GB of system memory with an 8-DIMM design
ASUS SSD Caching - 3X faster performance at a click
UEFI BIOS - Full-scale performance tuning with easy BIOS Interface
BT GO! (Bluetooth) - Diverse Bluetooth Enjoyment, a New Technology Lifestyle
USB BIOS Flashback - Easy, worry-free USB BIOS Flashback