U očekivanju Broadwell-E procesora, koji će se pojaviti krajem mjeseca, stigla nam je nova ploča iz Asusa koja nosi ime X99-A II. Riječ je o dobro poznatom modelu kojeg smo testirali prije otprilike četrnaest mjeseci, kojem su dodane neke nove značajke poput AURA osvjetljenja, Safe Slota (prvi PCIe x16 slot je pojačan metalnim okvirom), zatim U.2 slot, USB 3.1 Type A i C, pokrov za stražnji I/O, podrška za nove funkcije Broadwell-E procesora kao što je Turbo Boost Max 3.0 itd.
ASUS X99-A II – prvi dio
U očekivanju Broadwell-E procesora, koji će se pojaviti krajem mjeseca, stigla nam je nova ploča iz Asusa koja nosi ime X99-A II. Riječ je o dobro poznatom modelu kojeg smo testirali prije otprilike četrnaest mjeseci, kojem su dodane neke nove značajke poput AURA osvjetljenja, Safe Slota (prvi PCIe x16 slot je pojačan metalnim okvirom), zatim U.2 slot, USB 3.1 Type A i C, pokrov za stražnji I/O, podrška za nove funkcije Broadwell-E procesora kao što je Turbo Boost Max 3.0 itd.
Ploča dolazi u identično dizajniranom pakiranju kao i njena prethodnica, a unutar kutije je zaštićena u kartonskom ležištu te antistatičkoj najlonskoj vrećici. Bundle je također vrlo sličan kako kod prethodnice – četiri SATA kabela, I/O zaštita (Q-Shield), Q-connector, vijak za M.2 uređaje, instalacijski alat za procesore, DVD sa aplikacijama i upravljačkim programima, produžni kabel za RGB LED trake dužine 80 cm, jedan SLI mostić te naravno debele korisničke upute.
Ploča je po pitanju layouta identična prethodnici, a izgledom je križanac između nje i X99 PRO modela. VRM i PCH hladnjaci su doživjeli transformaciju iz crnih u srebrne, i dalje su naravno aluminijski, a dizajn pokrova je ovaj pota nešto drugačiji. Nad stražnjim se I/O portovima nadvila bijela plastika, koja je malo skraćena u odnosu na PRO model kod kojeg se nastavlja i na audio jedinicu. Ono što odmah upada u oči je prvi PCIe x16 3.0 utor koji Asus naziva SafeSlot a riječ je o slotu pojačanom metalnim okvirom koji je uz to još i zalemljen za spojeve na PCB-u pa pruža dodatnu čvrstoću i sigurnost kod upotrebe masivnih grafičkih kartica. Layout ploče je kao što otprije znamo vrlo dobar, sve je na svom mjestu i sve je logično raspoređeno. Hladnjaci su dovoljno masivni i svoj posao odrađuju korektno. Ipak, kada krenemo s overclockingom, dobro je stvoriti kakvu takvu zračnu struju preko ploče.
Realtek ALC1150 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 2
– 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 stereo playback input (Line-in)
– High-fidelity audio OP AMP(s)
Audio Feature :
– DTS Ultra PC II
– DTS Connect
– Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
– BD Audio Layer Content Protection
– Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
– 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
– EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality
Storage
New Intel Core i7 Processors :
1 x M.2 Socket 3, , with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 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, Intel Rapid Recovery Technology
USB
Intel X99 chipset :
5 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (4 at mid-board)
Intel X99 chipset :
8 x USB 2.0/1.1 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 4 at mid-board)
ASMedia USB 3.0 controller :
5 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (5 at back panel, )
BIOS
1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, 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, F9 Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.
Format
ATX Form Factor
12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )
Interni I/O portovi
1 x AAFP connector
2 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 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 SATA Express connector: gray,
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key design, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (Support PCIE SSD only)
1 x TPM connector(s)
1 x COM port(s) 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)
4 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (4 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 EZ XMP switch
1 x System panel(s) (Q-Connector)
1 x Chassis Intrusion connector(s)
1 x DRCT header(s)
1 x MemOK! button(s)
1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
1 x TPU switch(es)
1 x EPU switch(es)
1 x CPU/DRAM overvoltage jumper(s)
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Reset button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x 5-pin EXT_FAN(Extension Fan) connector
Specijalne značajke
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+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, 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 :
– ASUS DIGI+ VRM – 8 Phase digital power design
– ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection – Short circuit damage prevention
– ASUS ESD Guards – Enhanced ESD protection
– ASUS High-Quality 5K-Hour Solid Capacitors – 2.5x long lifespan with excellent durability
– ASUS Stainless Steel Back I/O – 3x more durable corrosion-resistant coating
ASUS TPU :
– Auto Tuning
– GPU Boost
– TPU switch
ASUS EPU :
– EPU switch
ASUS Digital Power Design :
– Industry leading Digital 8 Phase Power Design
– Industry leading Digital 4 Phase DRAM Power Design
– CPU Power Utility
– DRAM Power Utility
ASUS Exclusive Features :
– Remote GO!
– USB BIOS Flashback
– MemOK!
– AI Suite 3
– Ai Charger+
– USB Charger+
– M.2 & SATA Express
– Anti-Surge
– Onboard Button : Power/Reset
– ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface
– USB 3.0 Boost
– Disk Unlocker
– Turbo LAN
– Crystal Sound 2
Interactive HomeCloud
– Media Streamer
ASUS EZ DIY :
– Precision Tweaker 2
– ASUS O.C. Tuner
– ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
– ASUS EZ Flash 2
– ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
– 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. DesignTurbo AppFan Xpert 3
