The ASUS TUF X299 MARK 2 is an Intel LGA 2066 ATX motherboard designed for high-end desktop platforms, featuring robust Thermal Armor shielding for enhanced cooling performance. Supporting Intel Core X-series processors, this motherboard delivers exceptional DDR4 memory performance with overclocking support up to 4133MHz across its 8 DIMM slots. The board features dual M.2 slots with heatsinks for NVMe SSD storage, along with Intel VROC (Virtual RAID on CPU) support for premium storage configurations. Network conNECtivity is handled by Intel Gigabit LAN, while USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports provide high-speed data transfer capabilities. The motherboard's PCI Express 3.0 architecture offers multiple expansion slots, reinforced with TUF components for durability. Additional features include Intel Optane? memory readiness, comprehensive fan controls, and military-grade TUF components for enhanced reliability. Designed for content creators and power users, this motherboard balances performance with the rugged durability characteristic of ASUS' TUF Gaming series.