Asus WS X299 SAGE Intel X299 SATA DDR4 M.2 U.2 6Gb/s USB 3.1 CEB Motherboard

From the Manufacturer|Powered by    Is the information in this section helpful? Yes / No Overview The new WS X299 Sage blends tremendous GPU performance with up to Quad-SLI support, server-grade validation, and comprehensive cooling options to deliver the perfect system build for training neural networks and crunching other scalable compute loads. Dual PLX chips extend the number of PCIe lanes to provide additional expansion slots, giving you robust connectivity options to configure your system with the tools you need to get your job done. At A Glance: Designed for 7th generation LGA2066 socket Intel® Core™ X-Series processors with dual M.2 and U.2, front panel USB 3.1 Gen2, Dual Gigabit Intel® LAN, support for Thunderbolt 3, Intel® VROC and Intel® Optane™ Memory compatibility OC Design featuring ASUS ProClock and T-Topology Technology extends CPU and Memory overclocking margins while providing the flexibility to extract every ounce of performance for memory speeds of DDR4-4200 MHz and beyond 5-Way Optimization featuring Auto-Tuning and FanXpert 4 delivers automatic overclocking profiles for maximum OC performance while headers for thermal sensors, AIO pump, and watercooling provide dynamic system cooling 7x PCIe X16 Slots with Patent-pending SafeSlot feature an injection molding process that integrates metal framing for stronger, firmly anchored PCIe slots built for heavyweight GPUs, ideal for supporting 4-Way NVIDIA®SLI® or AMD® CrossfireX™ 8-channel HD audio enhanced by ASUS exclusive Realtek S1220A featuring Crystal Sound 3, DTS Headphone:X and driven by Japanese capacitors for warm, immersive sound AURA Sync RGB lighting with Addressable RGB header features a nearly endless spectrum of colors with the ability to synchronize effects across an ever-expanding ecosystem of AURA Sync enabled products Complete IT Infrastructure Management with ASMB9 Out-of-band remote management and In-band ASUS Control Center providing a complete server management solution reducing IT operating costs with features like remote BIOS updating, monitoring multiple systems via mobile device, and one-click software updates/dispatching. Features Make Your Memory Go Faster With optimized trace paths for time-aligned signaling and minimal crosstalk, third-generation ASUS T-Topology offers enhanced memory stability and compatibility, allowing support for memory speeds of DDR4-4200MHz and beyond. Multiple GPU Support WS X299 Sage fits up to four dual-slot graphics cards and supports both NVIDIA® SLI™ and AMD CrossFireX™ 4-way configurations to enable multi-GPU setups that harness the full power of the latest graphics technologies, including NVIDIA® Quadro®. With performance beyond 15.23 TFLOPS, NVIDIA Quadro is the perfect complement to WS X299 Sage, delivering the best performance for design, modeling, medical research, and processing-intensive simulation and rendering applications. 5-Way Optimization & PRO Clock II Technology ASUS 5-Way Optimization provides one-click overclocking, delivering complex tuning while dynamically optimizing essential aspects of the system to provide overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailored for your rig.  WS X299 Sage includes a dedicated base-clock (BCLK) generator that extends CPU and memory overclocking margins. This custom solution works in tandem with the TPU to enhance voltage and BCLK overclocking control, providing the flexibility to extract every ounce of performance from Intel® Core™ X-series processors. Effortless IT Management The embedded ASMB9 module supports remote BIOS updates, fans control, standalone KVM, video recording, and BSOD capture, providing around-the-clock remote monitoring and diagnostics — even if the operating system is down or offline — through a user-friendly, web-based graphical interface that works with all major browsers. When combined with the ASUS Control Center (ACC), IT professionals have a centralized and integrated IT management platform for monitoring and controlling ASUS commercial products, including servers, workstations and digital signage. Cooler by Design Designed for the powerful Intel Core X-series processor with up to 18 cores, WS X299 SAGE features a capable thermal design to ensure maximum performance with no CPU throttling. With its dual PLX chips that increase the number of available PCIe lanes to enable 4-way GPU configurations, WS X299 SAGE also features a robust thermal solution to dissipate the heat that comes with routing so much high-speed traffic. Last but not least, ProCool connectors provide a more secure, low resistance connection, enabling better heat dissipation and improved reliability. Connect Everything, Ultra-Fast With support for M.2, U.2, Thunderbolt 3, Intel® Optane™ Memory, VROC, USB 3.1 Gen 2, and Dual Intel® server-class Gigabit LAN, the WS X299 SAGE offers all of the connectivity options professionals require from a workstation motherboard. Whats In The Box Users manual ASUS Q-Shield 1 x Vertical M.2 bracket set 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 Specifications About ASUS ASUS aspires to deliver the incredible in everything it does. With more than 17,000 employees around the globe with a world-class R&D team of 5,500 engineers, ASUS is dedicated to the design and manufacture of products that perfectly meet the needs of today’s (and tomorrow’s) digital home and office. ASUS’ broad portfolio includes motherboards, graphics cards, displays, desktop PCs, all-in-one PCs, laptops, servers, wireless networking devices, optical disc drives, peripherals, tablets, smartphones and wearables. 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General Information Intel LGA 2066 CEB motherboard with quad-GPU support, DDR4 4200MHz, dual M.2 & U.2, USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectors, and ASUS Control Center 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 a diverse range of 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 and U.2, plus up to 10Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2 with Type-A and Type-C ports onboard and a front-panel connector. The new WS X299 Sage blends tremendous GPU performance with up to Quad-SLI support, server-grade validation, and comprehensive cooling options to deliver the perfect system build for training neural networks and crunching other scalable compute loads. Dual PLX chips extend the number of PCIe lanes to provide additional expansion slots, giving you robust connectivity options to configure your system with the tools you need to get your job done. Workstation exclusive Multi-GPU support WS X299 Sage fits up to four dual-slot graphics cards and supports both NVIDIA® SLI™ and AMD CrossFireX™ 4-way configurations to enable multi-GPU setups that harness the full power of the latest graphics technologies, including NVIDIA® Quadro®. With performance beyond 15.23 TFLOPS, NVIDIA Quadro is the perfect complement to WS X299 Sage, delivering the best performance for design, modeling, medical research, and processing-intensive simulation and rendering applications. ASUS Control Center WS X299 Sage features ASUS Control Center (ACC), a centralized and integrated IT management platform for monitoring and controlling ASUS commercial products, including servers, workstations and digital signage. ACC enables remote BIOS updates, monitoring of multiple systems via mobile devices, and one-click software updates and dispatching, allowing easier server management for any IT infrastructure. Tune it your way 5-Way Optimization One-click overclocking and cooling ASUS 5-Way Optimization makes your workstation smart. One click takes care of complex tuning, dynamically optimizing essential aspects of the system to provide overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailored for your rig. An automated tuning utility that optimizes overclocking and cooling profiles for your unique system configuration. Fans stay whisper-quiet with everyday computing, and deliver optimal airflow when the system is crunching through CPU or GPU-intensive tasks. Stress test function helps optimize and overclock for CPU- or memory-centric workloads. Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOS The smoothest, slickest mouse-controllable graphical BIOS has been improved to make it even more appealing. Whether youre a PC novice or a seasoned overclocker, EZ and Advanced modes will help you find your way with ease. EZ Tuning Wizard Quickly apply a CPU overclock to improve system performance, or configure a RAID array for faster data retrieval and backups. Processor & Chipset Chipset Manufacturer: Intel Total Processor Supported: 1 Processor Socket: Socket R4 LGA-2066 Processor Supported: Core X-Series Memory Number of Memory Slots: 8 Memory Form Factor: UDIMM Memory Form Factor: DIMM Maximum Memory: 128 GB Memory Technology: DDR4 SDRAM Memory Speed Supported: 4 GHz (O.C.) Memory Speed Supported: 4.13 GHz (O.C.) Memory Speed Supported: 3.60 GHz (O.C.) Memory Speed Supported: 4.20 GHz (O.C.) Memory Speed Supported: 2.67 GHz Memory Speed Supported: 2.40 GHz Memory Speed Supported: 2.13 GHz Intel Optane Memory Ready: Yes I/O Controller Controller Type: Serial ATA/600 Intel VROC: Yes Intel RSTe: Yes RAID Supported: Yes RAID Levels: 10 RAID Levels: 5 RAID Levels: 1 RAID Levels: 0 Video Onboard Video: No Audio Audio Channels: 7.1 Network & Communication Gigabit Ethernet: Yes I/O Expansions Number of Total Expansion Slots: 7 S/PDIF: Yes Total Number of PCI Express Slots: 7 Number of PCI Express x16 Slots: 7 Interfaces/Ports Total Number of USB Ports: 12 Number of USB 3.1 Ports: 8 Onboard Interfaces Number of SATA Interfaces: 8 Number of M.2 Interfaces: 2 Total Number of Onboard USB Ports: 3 Number of Onboard USB 3.1 Ports: 3 Physical Characteristics Form Factor: SSI CEB Width: 12″ Depth: 10.5″ Miscellaneous Environmentally Friendly: Yes Environmental Certification: RoHS Country of Origin: China Product images may differ from actual product appearance.