ASUS WS X299 SAGE/10G LGA 2066 CEB Motherboard

-Dual onboard Intel® 10G LAN (X550-AT2) ports: Increased data throughput and improved efficiency, ideal for transferring uncompressed 4K video and backing up large files.

-Quad-GPU graphics power: Fits up to four dual-slot graphics cards and supports 4-way NVIDIA® SLI™ or AMD CrossFireX™ GPU configurations.

-5-Way Optimization: One-click, system-wide tuning delivers optimized overclocking and intelligent cooling for diverse workloads.

-Industry-leading cooling options: Comprehensive controls for fans and water pumps via Fan Xpert 4 software or the acclaimed ASUS UEFI.

-Ultra-efficient VRM heatsink: Metal-fin-array design maximizes surface area for heat dissipation to enable unthrottled performance.

-ASUS Control Center: A software utility that provides convenient, secure, and cost-saving centralized IT management for small - and medium-sized businesses.

-Ultra-fast storage: Up to 32Gbps dual M.2, U.2, plus up to 10Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2 with Type-A and Type-C ports onboard and a front-panel connector.

CPU
Intel Socket 2066 Core^TM X-Series Processors
Supports Intel Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC)
Supports Intel 14 nm CPU
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0

The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 3.0 Support Depends on the CPU type.
Chipset
Intel X299
Memory
-Intel Core^TM X-series Processors (6-core above)
8 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4200(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
-Intel Core^TM X-series Processors (4-core)
4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4200(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
Actual memory frequency differs from Intel CPU types and memory modules. Please check Intel's official site for more detail about the memory types supported by each CPU.
Multi-GPU Support
Supports NVIDIA 4-Way SLI^TM Technology
Supports AMD 4-Way CrossFireX Technology
Expansion Slots
7 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (single x16 or dual x16/x16 or triple x16/x16/x16 or quad x16/x16/x16/x16 or seven x16/x8/x8/x8/x8/x8/x8) (Note1)
Storage
Intel X299 Chipset : (Note2)
1 x M.2 Socket 3, , with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode) (Note3)
1 x M.2 Socket 3, , with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
8 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
1 x U.2 connector (Note3)
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Support Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 5.1 for X-Series(6-core and above) CPU RAID
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology
Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15 support
Intel Optane^TM Memory Ready
Intel Virtual RAID (VROC) support for CPU RAID
LAN
Intel X550-AT2 , 2 x 10 Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
Audio
Realtek ALC S1220A 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out at rear) and 113 dB (Line-in)
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback (Note4)
Audio Feature :
- DTS Connect
- DTS Headphone:X
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
- Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality
USB Ports
Intel X299 Chipset :
-6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 2 at mid-board)
ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller :
-2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (2 at back panel, , Type-A + USB Type-C^TM)
ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller :
-1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (1 at mid-board)
Workstation Feature
ASUS Control Center (ACC)
Special Features
OC Design - ASUS PRO Clock II Technology
5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
-5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo Core App
TPU
Fan Xpert4
-Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control
ASUS 5X Protection III :
-ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage prevention
- ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection
ASUS EPU :
- EPU
ASUS Digital Power Design :
- Industry leading Digital 8 Phase CPU Power Design
- Industry leading Digital 2 Phase DRAM Power Design
AURA :
- Aura RGB Strip Headers
- Aura Addressable Strip Header(s)
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger+
- Crystal Sound 3
- File Transfer
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS
- ASUS EZ Flash
- ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
- Multi-language BIOS
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Code
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector
M.2 and U.2 Onboard (The Latest Transfer Technology with up to 32Gb/s Data-transfer Speeds for M.2 and U.2)
Asus Control Center (ACC) IT management software supported
Operating System Support
Windows 10 64-bit
Back I/O Ports
2 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (teal blue)Type-A,
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (black)Type-C
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
1 x 8-channel Audio I/O
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (blue)
Internal I/O Ports
1 x Aura Addressable Strip Header(s)
1 x U.2 port
1 x AAFP connector
1 x Aura RGB Strip Header
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x TPM header
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
8 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x VROC_HW_Key
1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
1 x AIO_PUMP connector
1 x Thunderbolt header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 6-pin ATX Power connector
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x EZ XMP switch
1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Reset button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback button(s)
1 x Water Pump header (4-pin)
1 x System panel connector
1 x Thermal sensor connector
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector
1 x CPU_OV jumper
1 x MemOK Button
1 x M.2 Fan Header
Accessories
Users manual
Addressable LED extension cable
1 x Vertical M.2 bracket set
I/O Shield
1 x COM port cable(s)
8 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x M.2 screws
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x MOS Cooling kit (fan bracket and 40mm x 40mm fan)
1 x 3-Way SLI bridge(s)
1 x 4-Way SLI bridge(s)
1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M)
1 x Q-Connector
Form Factor
CEB Form Factor
12 inch x 10.5 inch ( 30.5 cm x 26.7 cm )
Environment
Operation temperature: 10^oC - 35^oC
Non operation temperature: -40^oC - 70^oC
Non operation humidity: 20% - 90% ( Non condensing)
Note
1.Please refer to the block diagrams in the Appendix for more details in the manual.
2. Intel VROC is supported via RSTe and Intel VROC_HW_key. VROC_HW_Key is purchased separately. NVMe RAID type and function will depend on the Intel VROC_HW_key installed.
3. The M.2_1 and U.2 connectors are only supported on 44-Lane CPUs.
4. Due to limitations in HAD bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for 8-channel audio. 32-Bit/192kHz is only available under Windows 10.
Weight
4.85lb

Warranty Information
3 Years w/ 1st year ARS