ASRock X99E-ITX/ac Mini-ITX Motherboard Review

1. Introduction2. ASRock X99E-ITX/ac: Packaging and Bundle3. ASRock X99E-ITX/ac: Board Layout and Features4. ASRock X99E-ITX/ac: Component Installation and Build5. ASRock X99 UEFI6. ASRock X99 Software7. Testing Methodology8. Tests: System-related9. Tests: Processor-related10. Tests: Gaming-related11. Tests: Motherboard-related12. Overclocking: Frequencies13. Overclocking: General Performance14. Technical: Power Consumption15. Closing Thoughts16. View All Pages

ASRock A-Tuning

ASRock's A-Tuning software for the X99E-ITX/ac is practically equivalent to the A-Tuning software found on other motherboards.

There are three system modes designed for different operating scenarios. We opted for the Performance mode.

ASRock includes a number of tools in its A-Tuning software suite.

Overclocking settings and parameters can be tweaked via the software, in an OS environment.

Readings relating to system parameters such as voltages, frequencies, and fan speeds are outlined in the System Info page.

The health and other general statistics relating to a storage drive can be read via one of ASRock's tools.

ASRock also puts its convenient Board Explorer tool in the A-Tuning software package.

XFast RAM can be used to create RAM drive, while XFast LAN gives users the opportunity to control their network bandwidth allocation (much like Killer's Network Manager software).

ASRock App Shop

App Shop can be used to download new software, including some pieces from external companies, such as Google. I was surprised to see NBA 2K13 available for free, which is a kind gesture.

ASRock also includes 1-year subscription to Orbweb.ME (worth $50) which will be welcomed by users who opt for cloud storage.

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