CPU
Intel Socket 2066 Core ^TM X-Series Processors
Supports Intel Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC)
The Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types
Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list

Chipset
Intel X299

Memory
Intel Core ^TM X-series Processors (6-core above)
4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4
4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3800(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2600(O.C.)/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Intel Core ^TM X-series Processors (4-core)
2 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR4
4500(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/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

Multi-GPU Support
Supports NVIDIA 4-Way SLI ^TM Technology
Supports NVIDIA 3-Way SLI ^TM Technology
Supports NVIDIA 2-Way SLI ^TM Technology
Supports AMD 4-Way CrossFireX Technology
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX ^TM Technology
Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX Technology

Expansion Slots
Intel Core^TM X-Series Processors Family
4 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16, x16/x16, x16/x8/x8, x16/x8/x8/x8 or x8/x8/x8/x8 mode with 40-LANE CPU x16, x16/x8 or x8/x8/x8 mode with 28-LANE CPU)
Intel X299 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0 x4

Storage
Intel Core^TM X-Series Processors Family :
1 x ROG DIMM.2 Module support(CPU_DIMM.2)1,
2 x M.2 Socket 31, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
Intel X299 Chipset :
1 x M.2 Socket 32, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 32, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
1 x ROG DIMM.2 Module support(PCH_DIMM.2)2
4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
ASMedia ASM1061 controller :
2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s),
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology
Intel Optane^TM Memory Ready

LAN
Intel I219V
Anti-surge LANGuard
Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY)

Wireless Data Network
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz
Supports MU-MIMO

Bluetooth
Bluetooth V4.2

Audio
ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Supports : Jack-detection
- SupremeFX Shielding Technology
- Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback

USB Ports
Intel X299 Chipset :
6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at mid-board)
Intel X299 Chipset :
5 x USB 2.0 port(s) (3 at mid-board)
ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller :
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector port(s)
ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller :
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s)
ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 1 controller :
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)

ROG Exclusive Features
Clear CMOS button
ROG RAMCache II
ROG CPU-Z
ROG CloneDrive
MemOK Button
Slow Mode
Overwolf
ReTry Button
Safe Boot Button
Start Button
Reset Button
LN2 Mode
ROG Aura
- Aura Lighting Control
- Aura RGB Strip Headers
Extreme Engine Digi+ :
- IR3555 PoweIRstage
- MicroFine Alloy Chokes
- 10K Black Metallic Capacitors
Mem TweakIt
ROG Extreme OC kit :
- PCIe x16 Lane Switch
Double Power :
- Dual 8 -pin CPU
ProbeIt
UEFI BIOS features :
- O.C. Profile
- Tweakers Paradise
- ROG SSD Secure Erase
Extreme Tweaker
USB BIOS Flashback

Special Features
OC Design - ASUS PRO Clock II Technology
5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
- Whole system optimization with a single click 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling and even tailor your own app usages.
ASUS 5X Protection III :
- ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage
- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 8 Phase digital power design
Gamers Guardian:
- DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- 10K Black Metallic Capacitors
- DIGI+ VRM
- SafeSlot
ASUS EPU :
SafeDIMM slot
AURA :
- Aura Lighting Control
- Aura RGB Strip Headers
- Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- AI Suite 3
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- ASUS Fan Xpert 4
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS MyLogo
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Code
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED, HDD LED)
- ASUS Q-Connector
Gaming Aesthetics :
- 3D printing friendly
- AURA-RGB Lighting

Operating System Support
Windows 10

Back I/O Ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard (purple)
1 x PS/2 mouse (green)
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ()
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (red)Type-A + USB Type-^TM
6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s)
1 x ASUS 2x2 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.2 module
5 x Gold-plated audio jacks

Internal I/O Ports
1 x Q_Code
1 x AAFP connector
2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s)
1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 1 USB 2.0 port(s)
0 x TPM header
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x VROC_HW_Key
1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
1 x AIO_PUMP connector
1 x W_PUMP+ connector
2 x 8-pin EATX 12 V Power connector
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x MemOK button(s)
1 x Slow Mode switch(es)
9 x ProbeIt Measurement Points
1 x EZ Plug connector(s) (4-pin Molex power connector)
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Reset button(s)
1 x BIOS Switch button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
1 x USB BIOS Flashback button(s)
1 x LN2 Mode jumper(s)
1 x ROG extension (ROG_EXT) header(s)
1 x Safe Boot button
1 x ReTry button
2 x T_Sensor Connector
1 x 3D Mount screw port(s)
1 x W_IN header
1 x W_OUT header
1 x W_FLOW header
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector
2 x DIMM.2 Slot supports 2 M.2 drives (2242-22110)
5 x 4-pin Full Speed Fan connectors
1 x PCIe x16 Lane Switch
2 x RSVD Switch

Accessories
Users manual
Accessory Guide
I/O Shield
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
4 x M.2 screws
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)
1 x R6A MOS Fan bracket pack
2 x ROG DIMM.2 Fan Stand Pack (s)
1 x 3-Way SLI bridge(s)
1 x 4-Way SLI bridge(s)
1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-L)
1 x ROG big sticker
1 x Q-Connector
1 x 10 in 1 ROG Cable Label(s)
1 x ROG coaster(s)

BIOS
2 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log,
F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.

Operating System
Windows 10 64-bit

Form Factor
Extended ATX Form Factor
12 inch x 10.7 inch ( 30.5 cm x 27.2 cm ) X-SHAPED PCB