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ZTTW X99 MR9A Motherboard Kit with Xeon E5 CPU

A budget X99 combo kit that pairs the LGA 2011-3 socket with a multi-core Xeon E5-2680 V4 or 2697 processor for core-hungry builds

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Overview

The ZTTW X99 MR9A targets a specific buyer: someone chasing many CPU cores without paying for a current-generation platform. It arrives as a kit, pairing an X99 board on the LGA 2011-3 socket with a Xeon E5 processor — either the E5-2680 V4 or the E5-2697 depending on the option chosen. That combination makes it a candidate for rendering rigs, virtualization hosts, or a first home server, where thread count carries more weight than the newest features. It is a value play, and the shopping decision hinges on matching the rest of the parts correctly.

On the practical side, the board uses standard memory slots built for plug-and-play installation of DDR4 modules, though the listing is explicit that memory itself is not included. Independent CPU power circuits are cited to keep output steady during extended sessions, and an automatic hardware detection routine aims to shorten boot preparation. The board reserves fan terminals for a range of chassis cooling devices and offers multiple internal ports for expanding local storage, with NVMe M.2 and TPM support named among its capabilities. Ownership rewards builders willing to verify compatibility and supply their own memory and cooling to finish the system.

Key Features

1. Independent CPU power circuits maintain stable power output during long periods of hardware operation

2. Standard memory slot layout supports plug-and-play installation of matching memory modules

3. Multiple internal hardware ports allow users to expand local storage capacity flexibly.

4. Reserved fan connection terminals support access to different types of chassis cooling devices

5. Automatic hardware detection program shortens the boot preparation process for the whole machine

Specifications

Brand
ZTTW
Model
X99 MR9A Motherboard Kit
Socket
LGA 2011-3
Included CPU Options
Xeon E5-2680 V4 / E5-2697
Memory Type
DDR4 (not included)
M.2 Storage
NVMe M.2 support
Security
TPM support
Cooling
Reserved fan connection terminals
Storage Expansion
Multiple internal hardware ports
Boot
Automatic hardware detection

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The listing explicitly notes DDR4 is not included, so you will need to buy compatible DDR4 modules separately to complete the build.
The set is offered with a Xeon E5-2680 V4 or E5-2697 processor on the LGA 2011-3 socket, so confirm which option you are ordering.
Yes. The kit lists NVMe M.2 support alongside its multiple internal ports, giving you a fast boot-drive option plus room to expand local storage.
Yes. TPM support is named among the board's capabilities, which can matter for platform security requirements on your build.
The provided details don't mention a cooler, so plan to source a heatsink or cooling solution compatible with the LGA 2011-3 socket separately.

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