CPU
Intel Socket 2011-v3 Core^TM i7 Processors
Supports Intel 14 nm CPU
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 3.0

Chipset
Intel X99

Memory
8 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 3333(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666(O.C.)/2400(O.C.)/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Quad Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

Multi-GPU Support
Supports NVIDIA Quad-GPU SLI^TM Technology
Supports NVIDIA 3-Way SLI^TM Technology
Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX^TM Technology
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX^TM Technology

Expansion Slots
40-Lane CPU:4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (single at x16, dual at x16/x16, triple at x16/x16/x8, quintuple at x8/x8/x8/x8/x8 mode)
28-Lane CPU:3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16, x16/x8, x8/x8/x8)
28-Lane CPU:1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x1 mode) , 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode) , 1 x PCIe 2.0 x1

Storage
New Intel Core^TM i7 Processors :
2 x U.2 port, support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with vertical M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (Support PCIE SSD only)
Intel X99 chipset :
1 x SATA Express port, Compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
8 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s),
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology

LAN
Intel I218V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
Intel I211-AT, 1 x Gigabit LAN
Dual Gigabit LAN controllers- 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) appliance
Support Teaming Technology
ASUS Turbo LAN Utility
ASUS LAN Guard

Wireless Data Network
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz
Support ASUS Wi-Fi Go Utility
Up to 1300Mbps transfer speed

Bluetooth
Bluetooth V4.0

Audio
Realtek ALC1150 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- High quality 112 dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out at rear) and 104 dB SNR recording input (Line-in)
Audio Feature :
- Absolute Pitch 192kHz/ 24-bit True BD Lossless Sound
DTS Connect
DTS Studio Sound
Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
BD Audio Layer Content Protection
Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
Audio amplifier: Provides the highest-quality sound for headphone and speakers
Premium Japanese-made 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
Top notch audio sensation delivers according to the audio configuration
Power pre-regulator: Reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance
Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality

USB Ports
Intel X99 chipset : 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s)
Intel X99 chipset : 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 port(s) (4 at back panel, )
ASMedia USB 3.1 controller : 3 x USB 3.1 port(s) (3 at back panel, teal blue, Type-A)
ASMedia USB 3.1 controller : 1 x USB 3.1 port(s) (1 at back panel, , Type-C, Reversible)
ASMedia USB 3.0 Hub : 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, blue)

Special Features
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
ASUS 5X Protection II :
- ASUS LANGuard - 2.5X higher surge tolerance
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection - World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 8 Phase digital power design
- ASUS DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Prevents damage from short circuits
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O - 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability
ASUS EPU :
ASUS Wi-Fi GO
- Wi-Fi GO Function: Cloud GO, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard and Mouse, File Transfer
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- USB BIOS Flashback
- MemOK
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger+
- M.2 and SATA Express
- Anti-Surge
- USB 3.1 Boost
- Disk Unlocker
- Turbo LAN
- Crystal Sound 3
- EZ XMP ASUS Exclusive Features
- Mobo Connect
- PC Cleaner
Remote Entertainment
- Media Streamer
- HyStream
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Design Heat-pipe solution
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4
ASUS EZ DIY :
- DirectKey
- Precision Tweaker 2
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
- Multi-language BIOS
- Push Notice
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
Special Memory O.C. Design
Key Express

Operating System Support
Windows 10 , 64bit
Windows 8.1 , 32bit/64bit
Windows 7 , 32bit/64bit

Back I/O Ports
2 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
3 x USB 3.1 Type-A
1 x USB 3.1 Type-C
4 x USB 3.0 (blue)
4 x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to USB BIOS Flashback)
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
5 x Audio jack(s)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s)
1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS)

Internal I/O Ports
1 x AAFP connector
1 x Aura RGB Strip Header
2 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.0 port(s)
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x SATA Express connector:
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with vertical M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (Support PCIE SSD only)
1 x TPM connector(s)
8 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (2 x 4 -pin)
1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
1 x Thunderbolt header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x EZ XMP switch
1 x SLI/CFX switch (2/3-WAY adjustments)
1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector)
1 x DRCT header(s)
1 x MemOK button(s)
1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
1 x CPU/DRAM overvoltage jumper(s)
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Reset button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector
1 x Water Pump header (4-pin)
1 x High AMP Fan header (4-pin)Internal I/O Ports

Accessories
Users manual
ASUS Q-Shield
8 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x ASUS 2-Way/3-Way SLI bridge
1 x M.2 X4 bracket
1 x M.2 Screw Package
1 x CPU installation tool
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)
1 x HYPERM.2 X4 with M Key design, type 2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (Support PCIE SSD only)
1 x Fan Extension Card (3 x 4-pin fan out)
1 x Thermistor cable(s)

BIOS
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.

Manageability
WfM 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE

Support Disc
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
EZ Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Form Factor
ATX Form Factor