ASUS P9X79 WS Motherboard Overview + Specification

ASUS P9X79 WS Motherboard Overview + Specification

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  • ASUS P9X79 WS Motherboard

This post consists of the press release promoting the ASUS P9X79 WS Motherboard, along with an overview and the specifications of the motherboard.

ASUS P9X79 WS – Superior SLI™ and CrossFireX™ Flexible Expandability

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The ASUS P9X79 WS highlights the utility and power of multi-GPU designs, featuring 4-Way SLI™ at 100% greater graphics performance than 2-Way SLI™. Similarly, its dual Intel® LAN design increases online output and lowers CPU utilization by up to 71%. Three times faster SSD Caching boosts system performance while the new board also comes with complete compatibility with a wide range of CPUs, memory, operating systems, graphics card types and RAID varieties. Exclusive ASUS USB BIOS Flashback makes modifying the BIOS easier, ideal for overclocking and troubleshooting. ASUS is also offering its new ARS warranty support* with this board.


Best performance for 4-Way SLI™ and quad CrossFireX™
Based on extensive benchmarking, the 4-Way SLI™ offered by the P9X79 WS works up to 30% faster than standard 3-Way SLI™ and up to 100% faster compared to 2-Way SLI™, giving professional and power users more graphics performance on demand. Using PCI Express 3.0 x16 links, the four GPUs can reach their full potential, perfect for both intense gaming and commercial uses such as mechanical and architectural design, interior design, aeronautics, plus audio and video production. As there are six total PCIe slots, that leaves two additional slots should any extra peripheral cards be needed.

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Dual Intel® hardware-accelerated LAN
The inclusion of two Intel® hardware LAN ports reduces system load while working online, which helps ensure the fastest possible connections as well as CPU utilization up to 71% lower than standard Gigabit LAN. Dual hardware Intel® LAN reduces packet loss and connection latency, while offering improved operating system support and compatibility.

Compatible with multiple CPU and memory types
To guarantee effective integration into as many usage scenarios as possible, the P9X79 WS works with both 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i7 processors and the workstation-specific Intel® Xeon® family of CPUs. Additionally, it is compatible with both mainstream non-ECC memory, and highly reliable ECC (error-correcting) RAM, which is more suitable to professional workstation applications.

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Three times faster performance with one-click ASUS SSD Caching
Working up to three times faster than a standard mechanical hard drive, SSD Caching boosts overall system performance via the use of an installed SSD as a cache for frequently accessed data. SSD Caching can be turned on and off in one click, with no system restart.

Setting a new standard of complete multi-faceted compatibility
Aiming the P9X79 WS at diverse users, ASUS has engineered the product to cover as many operating systems as possible, ensuring smooth compatibility. It also works with every major graphics card vendor on the market, as well as a full range of RAID cards, capture cards and LAN cards. This means a broad spectrum of users, from system integrators and gamers to professionals, can rely on the P9X79 WS for their flexible expandability and upgrading needs, all hassle-free.

USB BIOS Flashback, extreme expandability, and new ARS
Exclusive to ASUS boards, BIOS Flashback can flash the BIOS with just one click, with no further boot-up needed. Also, the P9X79 WS ships with eight DIMM slots for up to 64GB quad-channel DDR3 RAM to provide more capacity. An onboard three-colored LED indicates the board’s overclocking status. Red means overclocked, blue indicates normal settings, and green denotes power saving mode. New ASUS Advanced Replacement Service* (ARS) reduces RMA lead times and offers more convenient returns and product replacement in the event of any defects.


*ARS service currently available in select Eurozone markets. ASUS plans to expand this offering to other markets in due course.


ASUS P9X79 WS Motherboard Overview

30% graphics performance boost with 4-way GeForce® SLI™ and CrossFireX™


  • Intel® LGA 2011 platform/Intel® X79 chipset
  • Quad Channel-8 DIMM
  • Best Graphics Performance with 4-Way Geforce SLI™ and Quad CrossFireX™
  • Dual Intel® Gigabit LAN Lower 71% CPU Utilization
  • Server level capability with RAID cards, Lan cards and Capture cards
  • 3X Faster Performance with one-click ASUS SSD Caching 


ASUS Workstation Exclusive Features

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Workstation Essentials for Your Business

The ASUS Workstation Series is the ideal foundation for a powerful PC. It delivers awesome power, dependable performance and unmatched multiple I/O scalability for the most demanding tasks and future upgrades. The ASUS Workstation Series intelligently reduces operating noise and dissipates heat through advanced and environmentally friendly methods to accommodate user needs. ASUS Workstation Series motherboards also bring you ultimate reliability and quality through our 24x24 initiative, which means 24-hour non-stop operation and a 24-month life cycle supply guarantee so you don´t change computers so often.Instead, let the ASUS Workstation Series improve the quality of your work and life.



Built-in Dual Intel Server-Class Gigabit LAN
Dual Intel® hardware-accelerated LAN
For more reliable networking, the P9X79 WS features built-in dual Intel® Gigabit LAN. This leads to lower 71% CPU utilization , increasing throughput to achieve outstanding performance as well as better support for diverse operating systems.

3-color LED
Instant O.C Status Checking with 3-color LED
At a glance workstation overclocking status with easy to understand color coding. Red means overclocked, blue means normal, while green denotes power saving mode. This is an essential and convenient tool to let users know more about overclocking conditions without entering the BIOS.



Server-level Compatibility
Server-level Compatibility with RAID card and Lan card
The P9X79 WS provides complete compatibility with RAID and LAN cards.Users enjoy a wider selection of devices and higher reliability. As a workstation motherboard that puts an emphasis on system integration, the P9X79 WS offers the benefit of greater confidence and convenience.




ASUS P9X79 WS Motherboard Specifications

CPUIntel® Socket 2011 for 2nd Generation Core™ i7 Processors
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list
ChipsetIntel® X79
Memory8 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz ECC, 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 or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
Multi-GPU SupportSupports NVIDIA® 4-Way SLI™ Technology
Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology
Expansion Slots4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (dual x16, triple x16/8/8, quad x8, black+blue) *1
2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x4 mode, white) *1
StorageIntel® X79 chipset :
2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), navy blue
4 x SATA 3Gb/s port(s), blue
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Marvell® PCIe 9128 controller :
2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), white
LANIntel® 82579V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
Intel® 82574L, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
AudioRealtek® ALC898 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
Audio Feature :
- Absolute Pitch 192kHz/ 24-bit True BD Lossless Sound
- DTS Ultra PC II
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
IEEE 13941 x IEEE 1394a port(s)
USB PortsASMedia® USB 3.0 controller :
4 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)
Intel® X79 chipset :
13 x USB 2.0 port(s) (8 at back panel, black, 5 at mid-board)
Workstation Feature6 x PCIe x 16 slot(s)
Quick Gate: 1 x vertical USB 2.0 on board
ASUS SASsaby series Cards support
ASUS WS Diag. LED
ASUS WS 3-color LED
Special FeaturesASUS TPU :
- Auto Tuning
- TurboV
- TPU switch
ASUS EPU :
- EPU
- EPU switch
ASUS Digital Power Design :
- Industry leading Digital 8 + 2 Phase CPU Power Design
- Industry leading Digital 2 + 2 Phase DRAM Power Design
- CPU Power Utility
- DRAM Power Utility
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- MemOK!
- AI Suite II
- Ai Charger
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
- ASUS SSD Caching
- USB 3.0 Boost
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-pipe solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert+
ASUS EZ DIY :
- USB BIOS Flashback
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
- ASUS MyLogo 2
- Multi-language BIOS
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Code
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector
Back I/O Ports1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse (green)
1 x IEEE 1394a
2 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
2 x USB 3.0
8 x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to USB BIOS Flashback)
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
6 x Audio jack(s)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s)
Internal I/O Ports1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 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 Vertical USB 2.0 port(s)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connector(s)
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 4-pin EZ_PLUG 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)
AccessoriesUser's manual
I/O Shield
2 x SATA 3Gb/s cable(s)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x 3-Way SLI bridge(s)
1 x 4-Way SLI bridge(s)
1 x SLI bridge(s)
1 x Q-connector(s) (2 in 1)
BIOS64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.6, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
Support DiscDrivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Form FactorCEB Form Factor
12 inch x 10.5 inch ( 30.48 cm x 26.67 cm )
Note*1: This motherboard is ready to support PCIe 3.0 SPEC. Functions will be available when using PCIe 3.0-compliant devices. Please refer to www.asus.com for updated details. 


CPU Support list
CPU Since PCB Since BIOS Note
Core i7-3930K (3.2G,L3:12M,6C,HT,rev.C1) ALL
0503
  
Core i7-3960X (3.3G,L3:15M,6C,HT,rev.C1) ALL
0503
  




Data taken from http://www.asus.com/News/PFvbIUzruubTp36h/ and http://www.asus.com/Motherboards/Intel_Socket_2011/P9X79_WS/ Share this post on ASUS P9X79 WS Motherboard Overview + Specification

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