User’s Manual

Table Of Contents
1-8
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Chapter 1
VGA configuration
PCI Express operating mode
PCIe 3.0 x16_1 (gray) PCIe 3.0 x16_2 PCIe 3.0 x16_3
Single VGA/PCIe card
x16 (Recommended for
single VGA card)
N/A x4
Dual VGA/PCIe cards
x8 x8 x4
Triple VGA/PCIe cards
x8 x8 x4
In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot (gray) for a PCI Express x16
graphics card to get better performance.
We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode.
We recommend you connect the EATX12V_1 cable when running CrossFireX™.
Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when
using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.