EVGA X99 Classified Specs and Initial Installation (Part 1)
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1. Intel X99 PCH Controller 6x SATA 3 6G 600 MB s data transfer rate Support for RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 5 AND RAID 10 Supports hot plug 4x SATA3 6G AHCI Only Onboard LAN 1x Intel 1217 Gigabit Ethernet PHY 1x Intel 1210 Gigabit Ethernet MAC Supports 10 100 1000 Mb sec Ethernet Ethernet Teaming Supported Onboard Audio Creative Core3D Quad Core Audio Processor CA0132 Supports 6 channel 5 1 audio Supports Optical Output PCI E 3 0 Support Low power consumption and power management features Power Functions Supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface Supports SO normal S1 power on suspend S3 suspend to RAM S4 Suspend to disk depends on OS and S5 soft off Expansion Slots 5x PCI E 16x slot 2x16 8 3x8 4x8 1x PCI E 4x slot Ax M 2 Ports M 2 Socket 1 Slot E shares signal distribution from USB2 0 3 port please select the operational mode in BIOS setup menu M 2 Socket 2 Slot M shares signal distribution from PE4 please select the operational mode in BIOS setup menu Unpacking and Parts Descriptions Equipment The following accessories are included with the EVGA X99 Classified Motherboard The EVGA X99 Classified Motherboard This PCI E motherboard contains the Intel X99 chipset I O Shield Installs in the system case to protect internal components from dust foreign objects and aids in proper airflow within the chassis 6x SATA 6G Data Cables Used to supp2. PE1 x16 x8 if PE2 is used PE2 x8 PE3 x8 n n n Q PE4 x16 x8 if PE3 is used O PE5 x4 Gen 2 only 4 lanes pulled from PCH Q PE6 x8 PCI E Lane Distribution 28 Lane Processor Q PE1 x16 x8 if PE2 Jd PR2 x8 0 PE3 x8s Slot is NOT functional with a 28 lane processor Q PE4 x9 Q PE5 x4 Gen 2 only 4 lanes pulled from PCH Q PE6 x4 Figure 2 Chassis Rear Panel Connectors 1 USB 2 0 4 Intel i217 NIC 7 Analog Audio Output Jacks 2 USB 3 0 5 Intel i210 NIC 3 3 BIOS CMOS Reset 6 Optical Out i Activity Speed Link Analog Audio Port Breakdown 2 2 1 Channel 4 0 4 1 Channel 5 1 6 Channel Head Phone Head Phone Head Phone Front Speaker Front Speaker Front Speaker Light Green Speaker Sub Out Speaker Sub Out Speaker Sub Out Mic Line In Mic Line In Mic Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Center Voice channel a10 Preparing the Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU Hold the processor only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the processor Note Use extreme caution when working with the CPU not to damage any pins in the CPU socket on the motherboard O Unhook the left socket lever by pushing down and towards the socket O Unhook the right socket lever by pushing down and towards the socket O Gently press the left socket lever and the load plate will lift from the socket O Open the load plate and ma
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5. d and used in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures 1 Increase the separation between the equipment and signal source or 2 connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the signal source is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced computer technician for help The use of shielded cables for connection of peripheral devices to the PC systems is required to ensure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CE Compliance Information Generic Radiation Interference Standard for Information Technology Equipment EN 55022 2006 Class B EN 61000 3 2 2006 EN 61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 A2 2005 Warning This is a Class B product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measure Generic Immunity Standard for Information Technology Equipment EN 55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 T
6. ke sure not to damage any of the pins inside of the socket Note After removing the CPU socket cover it is recommended to store it in case you ever need to transport your motherboard If you ever remove the CPU it is highly recommended to reinstall the socket cover 11 Q Align the notches on the CPU to the notches in the socket O Lower the processor straight down into the socket Note Make sure the CPU is fully seated and level in the socket O Lower the load plate so it is resting on the CPU Q Press the right socket lever down to lock into place Q Carefully lock the left lever back into place Installing the CPU Cooling Device There are many different cooling devices that can be used with this motherboard Follow the instructions that come with your cooling assembly sp 2 Installing System Memory DIMMs Your X99 Classified has 8 288 pin slots for DDR4 memory These slots support 2GB 4GB 8GB and 16GB DDR4 DIMMs There must be at least one memory slot populated to ensure normal operation The Intel X99 chipset supports Done channel menu HS a maximum of 128GB of DDR4 and up to DE 3000MHz OC in quad channel configuration It is required to populate an odd slot 1 3 5 7 first The board will not boot if only even slots 2 4 6 8 are populated Use the following procedure to install DIMMs Note that there is only one gap near the center of the DIMM slots This slot matches
7. n Operating System E D D DLUDUDLDLUDNLDI NL Intel Socket 2011 3 Processor DDR4 System Memory CPU Cooling Device PCI Express Graphics Card Power Supply Hard Drive or SSD Keyboard Mouse Monitor Optional Optical Drive EVGA assumes you have purchased all the necessary parts needed to allow for proper system functionality For a full list of supported CPUs on this motherboard please visit www evga com support motherboard Intentions of the Kit This kit provides you with the motherboard and all connecting cables necessary to install the motherboard into a PC case When replacing a motherboard in a PC case you will need to reinstall an operating system even though the current storage drive may already have one installed Motherboard Motherboard Specifications n E Size EATX form factor of 12 inches x 10 375 inches 305x264mm Microprocessor support Intel Socket 2011 3 Processor Operating Systems Supports Windows 8 7 Contains Intel X99 chipset System Memory suppott Supports Quad channel DDR4 up to 3000MHz OC Supports up to 128GB of DDR4 memory USB 2 0 Ports 8x from Intel X99 PCH 6x external 2x internal Supports hot plug Supports wake up from S1 and 53 mode Supports USB 2 0 protocol up to a 480 Mbps transmission rate USB 3 0 Ports 6x from Intel X99 PCH 4x external 2x internal Supports transfer speeds up to 5Gbps Backwards compatible USB 2 0 and USB 1 1 support SATA Potts
8. ort the SATA protocol and each one connects a single drive to the motherboard I O Cover Eka This optional cover attaches to the PCB and covers the I O area Installation CD 9 Contains drivers and software needed to setup the A motherboard a User Manual The user manual you are reading right now Intel X99 Classified Motherboard The EVGA X99 Classified Motherboard with the Intel X99 and PCH Chipset Figure 1 shows the motherboard and Figure 2 shows the back panel connectors FIGURE 1 X99 Classified Motherboard Layout 1 CPU Socket 2011 3 13 USB 3 0 Headers 25 EVGauge 2 Intel X99 Southbridge 14 USB 2 0 Headers 26 Thunderbolt GPIO Connector 3 CPU Fan Header 1 amp PWM 15 CMOS Reset Button 27 MCU Firmware update connector 7 PCI E Disable Dipswitches 19 PCI E Slot 16x 8x 31 GPU Link 6 Fan Headers 1 amp DC 18 PC Speaker 30 Supplemental PCI E 6pin Power 8 Intel Sata 6G RAID Ports 20 PCI E Slot 8x 32 Probe It Header 5 24 pin ATX power connector 17 Reset Button 29 8 pin EPS Connector 9 Intel Sata 6G AHCI Ports 21 PCI E Slot 4x 33 BIOS Selector Switch 10 Front Panel Connectors 22 M 2 Type2 34 MCU Turbo Switch 4 DDR4 Memory DIMM Slots 1 8 16 Power Button 28 Back Panel Connectors Figure 2 11 Debug LED CPU Temp Monitor 23 M 2 Type3 35 Removable BIOS Chip 12 CMOS Battery 24 Front Panel Audio Connector PCI E Slot Breakdown PCI E Lane Distribution 40 Lane Processor
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10. the slot on the DIMM to ensure the component is installed properly Q Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the module clips on both sides outward O Align the memory module to the DIMM slot and insert the module vertically into the DIMM slot pressing straight down to seat the module The plastic clips at top side of the DIMM slot automatically lock the DIMM into the connector Note The memory controller on most Haswell E and Broadwell E CPUs runs at a default frequency of 2133MHz To achieve memory speeds above 2133MHz may require manual setting of the memory timings frequency and voltages and or overclocking of the CPU Refer to the memory manufacturer specifications for the recommended memory timings For overclocking support you can visit our forums http forums evga com ice Compliance Information FCC Compliance Information This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installe
11. y Intel s Haswell E Broadwell E CPU family for up to 128GB s of RAM running at a maximum memory speed up to 3000MHz OC possible due to the 4 layer memory T Routing design Dual 8pin power provides up to 600 watts to the CPU for ample headroom for the most aggressive overclocks and an Advanced 10 phase Digital VRM R3563B IR3350 and a CPU socket with 150 higher Gold content all rested on a 8 layer Hybrid Black PCB to provide industry leading stability for all your applications Also the board is not ONLY for peak overclocking it 1s also fully featured to support any all peripherals and functions available Creative Core 3D audio 4 way SLI support without the need for PLX chips Type2 M 2 for WLAN Type3 M 2 for SSD modules 2 Intel Gigabit LAN Intel AIC with Thunderbolt support right angle power connectors PCI E disable switches and much more Lastly a motherboard is only as good as its BIOS and we have revamped our GUI BIOS with a focus on overclocking functionality in a lean straight forward package And you should expect nothing less from a modern enthusiast BIOS With the features above and many more EVGA is going to redefine motherboard performance Parts NOT in the Kit This kit contains all the hardware necessary to install and connect your new EVGA X99 Classified Motherboard However it does NOT contain the following items that must be purchased separately in order to make the system fully functional and install a
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