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    Motherboard Crosshair V Formula Series
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    warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY
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    information xi About this guide xiii Crosshair V Formula specifications summary xv ROG ThunderBolt specifications summary xviii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG ThunderBolt LAN/Audio Combo
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    Motherboard installation 2-38 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-40 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-41 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-42 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-43 2.3.10 ROG ThunderBolt power switch 2-51 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode
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    2 Utility 3-43 3.10.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-45 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Drivers menu 4-2 4.2.3 Utilities menu 4-3 4.2.4 Make disk menu 4-4 4.2.5 Manual menu 4-4 4.2.6 Video menu
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    Contents 4.3.10 ThunderBolt Audio 4-31 4.3.11 Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 4-35 4.4 RAID configurations 4-38 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-38 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-39 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-39 4.4.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility 4-40 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-43
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    , if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications
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    or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) The following items
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    89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort 94 Val de Marne This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.art-telecom.fr) Your WLAN
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    operating instructions for the licensed service (i.e. co-channel manual could lead to excessive RF exposure conditions. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Country Code selection feature to be disabled for products
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    Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may not be included in your motherboard) and is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. xi
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    between 5ºC (41ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of
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    support This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated
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    the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    Crosshair V Formula specifications summary CPU. Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio AMD socket for AM3+ FX™/Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors Supports 32nm CPU, up to 8 cores AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD 140W
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    Crosshair V Formula specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports xvi ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller - 6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (4 at back I/O ; 2 at midboard) AMD® SB950 chipset - 12 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (8 ports
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    Crosshair V Formula specifications summary Internal I/O Connectors Software Form Factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 7 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (Red) 8 x Fan connectors: 2 x CPU / 3 x Chassis / 3x
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    ROG ThunderBolt specifications summary ThunderBolt LAN/ Audio Combo Card Dedicated to-Digital Converter: 114dB (Max. 192KHz/24-bit) - Supports 3 Headphone Impedance Gain Modes (up to 300 ohms) - Optical S/PDIF out ports - USB 2.0 Interface *ROG ThunderBolt is only available on selected model.
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    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
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    Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    Label 1 x 12-in-1 ROG SATA Cable Label 1 x I/O Shield ROG motherboard support DVD User guide *ROG ThunderBolt Audio Precision Test Report If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. *The ThunderBolt is only available on selected models. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-1
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    system bus. This motherboard also supports AMD® CPUs in the new 32nm manufacturing process. AMD 990FX Chipset AMD 990FX Chipset is designed to support up to 5.2GT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 (HT 3.0) interface speed and dual PCI Express™ 2.0 x16 graphics. It is optimized with AMD latest AM3+ and multi
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    motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 1.3.2 ROG ThunderBolt LAN/Audio Combo Built-in Headphone Amp. Sound GREATER The ROG ThunderBolt is a dedicated LAN/audio combo card designed for gamers. With the ROG ThunderBolt
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    the hardcore way!. Monitor the status of your desktop PC and tweak its parameters in real-time via a notebook-just like a race car engineer-with ROG Connect. ROG Connect links your main system to a notebook through a USB cable, allowing you to view realtime POST code and hardware status readouts on
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    motherboard will do the rest! See the new CPU speed and enjoy that performance instantly. Overclocking is never as easy as this. GPU.DIMM Post Easily check the status of your graphics cards and memory in the BIOS! Notice potential problems system booting success. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-5
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    support for the CPU is critical during overclocking. The Loadline Calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under heavy loading. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard Fi 2 delivers incredible gaming audio experiences to ROG die hards. It features EAX 5.0 and OpenAL Product Introduction
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    premium antivirus protection for individual users and home offices. It is based on advanced antivirus technologies. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine, which is renowned for malicious program detection rates that are among the industry's highest. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-7
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    1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It Chapter 2: includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
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    Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-32 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-50 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-51 ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-1
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    power connectors; EZ PLUG 2. AMD AM3+ CPU Socket 3. CPU, ROG connect switch (3-pin ROG) Page 2-25 2-4 2-22 2-5 2-29 2-23 2-21 2-19 2-20 2-18 2-26 2-20 2-28 2-28 2-30 2-24 2-23 2-29 Refer to 2.2.8 and 2.3.11 for more information about internal and rear panel connectors. ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for AMD® Next Generation CPU up to 8-core, also compatible with AMD® socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
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    2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-5
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    . • When overclocking, some AMD CPU models may not support DDR3 1600 or higher frequency support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB
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    Crosshair V Formula Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL). DDR3 1333 MHz capability -CG - NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - Team Team T3D1288LT-13 T3D1288LT-13 7-7-7-21 7-7-7-21 ROG Crosshair V Formula Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM - • • 1.25~1.35 • • - •
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    Crosshair V Formula Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL). DDR3 1600 MHz 8-9-8-24 - 8-8-8-24 - 7-7-7-20 - 7-7-7-20 - 8-9-8-24 T3D1288RT-16 8-8-8-24 T3D1288RT-16 8-8-8-24 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.55~1.75 • 1.55~1.75 • • 1.6 • • 1.5 • • 1.65
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    socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.65 • • • 1.6 • • 1.65 • • • Crosshair V Formula Motherboard 1.65 • • • - - 9-9-9 1.65 • - - 10-10-10 1.65 • • - - 9-9-9 1.65 • - - 8-8-8-24 - • Team T3D1288RT-16 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • • ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-9
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    1.65 1.65 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1.65 • 1.65 • 1.65 • 1.65 • 1.65 • 1.65 • 1.6 • • 1.65 • 1.65 • 1.65 • • 1.5 • 1.6 • Crosshair V Formula Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL). DDR3
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    cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard has four PCI Express x16 slots that support PCI Express x16 cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. VGA
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    BIOS settings. See page 3-18 for details. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards - - - - - - - shared ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-13
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    2.2.6 Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with a set of LEDs that indicate the voltage conditions of CPU, memory, northbridge and southbridge. You may adjust the voltages in BIOS. There are also an LED for hard disk drive activity and an onboard switch for power status. For more information about
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    written into or read from the hard disk drive. The LED does not light up when there is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-15
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    when in OS. 6. Q LED Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate
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    in soft‑off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-17
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    , then move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will
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    the SATA Port1-4 item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 3.5.3 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before using
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    drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA 6Gb/s signal cables. 3. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910 and USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cables to these connectors, then install the modules to slots opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB
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    USB3_56) These connectors are for USB 3.0 ports. Connect the USB 3.0 module cables to these connectors, then install the modules to slots opening at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-21
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    connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA-2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A-7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan
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    FAN1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you connect thermal port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module and the thermal sensor cable are purchased separately. ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]; if you want
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    , the system will not boot. • Connect the 4-pin EZ_PLUG power plugs to ensure sufficient power supply when you install multiple graphics cards. • Use of a PSU Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-25
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    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2- turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns
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    POWER SW RESET SW 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, ensuring the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front panel functions are now enabled. The figure shows the QConnector is properly installed on the motherboard. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-27
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    2.2.9 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to wake/power up the system. 2.
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    3. GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! or press it to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. ROG Connect switch Use the ROG Connect switch to enable/disable the ROG Connect fuctions. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-29
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    5. CPU Level Up switch Use the CPU Level Up switch to overclock immediately with OC profile presets in Windows environment without the hassle of entering BIOS. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    to the motherboard as shown on Figure 1, or use the ProbeIt cable to connect to the motherboard as shown on Figure 2. Figure 1 Figure 2 The photos above are for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points location may differ by models. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-31
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    ) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+/AM3 CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1 2 ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    3 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.3 To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-35
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    3 4 5 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-37
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    2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    3 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-39
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    2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR OR 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.7 1 SATA device connection OR 2 OR ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-41
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    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- IDE_LED PWR Ground Reset Ground POWER SW RESET SW To install USB Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.9 Expension Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-43
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    games, a maximum game performance and less lag problems. Installing ThunderBolt 1. Locate the most suitable PCIe x1 or PCIe x16 slot for the ThunderBolt. You can either install ThunderBolt to the PCIe x1 slot or the PCIe x16 slot. 2. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the
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    connector to the ThunderBolt. • Ensure to connect the AAFP cable from the chassis front panel to the ThunderBolt AAFP connector. • Install the ThunderBolt on the PCIE x16/x8 slot for a better LAN performance. • ROG ThunderBolt is only available on selected model. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-45
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    LAN (RJ-45) port* 5. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 6. Clear CMOS switch 7. External SATA port 8. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 10. USB 2.0 ports 5, 6, 7 and 8 (1 port can be switched to ROG Connect) 11. Audio ports To use hot-plug, set the Controller Mode in the BIOS settings to [AHCI
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    2.3.13 Audio I/O connections Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-47
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    Connect to Stereo / 2.1-channel Speakers Connect to 4.1-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers 2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-49
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    settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance. BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-51
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    2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    This chapter tells how to change the BIOS se3tup system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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    Chapter summary 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-5 3.4...M.a.i.n�.m�.e�.n�.u 3-12 3.5 Advanced menu 3-15 3.6 Monitor menu 3-29 3.7 Boot menu 3-33 3.8 Tools menu 3-35 3.9 Exit menu 3-38 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-39 ASUS Crosshair V Formula
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    and select from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-1
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    program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in s��e�c�t�i�o�n� 3.7 Boot memu for details. Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Clicks to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan
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    settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-3
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    selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Extreme Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. Back button corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in
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    values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display the following items: ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-5
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    of CPU and DRAM. Configuration options: [CANCEL] [OK] CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-CPB CPU ratio. Use and keys to adjust the value. The ] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz] [2600MHz] [2800MHz] [3000MHz] [3200MHz] 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    ] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] Data drive strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] DQS drive strength [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-7
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    DIMM Post The sub-items in this menu display the status of the installed VGA cards and memory. The field shows N/A if there's no device installed on that slot Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment VRM Over Temperature Protection Maintains the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Maintains the VRM current balance. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-9
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    . The values range from 1.20V to 2.90V with a 0.00625V interval. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs values range from 0.5900V to 0.9750V with a 0.0025V interval. 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    NB 1.8V voltage frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2x] VDD PCIE Switching Frequency [Auto] Allows you to switch VDD PCIE voltage frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] [2x ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-11
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    3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. 3.4.1 System Language [English] Allows you to
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    or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-13
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    prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-15
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    that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. Cool'n'Quiet [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the AMD Cool'n'Quiet function. [Disabled] Disables this function. C1E [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This
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    -bit width). [Enabled]: Unganged mode. [Disabled]: Ganged mode. Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-17
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    BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance
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    the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads Hot Plug on PORT1-6 to external SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-19
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    auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Auto] Allows the system to detect the
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    ] [Enabled] USB PORT FL0-FL1 [Enabled] Enable or disable USB port FL0-FL1. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Device Wakeup From S3 or S4 [Enabled] Enable or disable USB Device Wakeup From S3 or S4 funtion. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-21
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    Core Unlocker [Disabled] Allows you to enable ASUS Core Unlocker to get full computing power of processor.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] System might become unstable due to different CPU margins. CPU Core Activation [Auto] Allows you to manually turn off the second or the third core
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    use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by ] Enables the Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-23
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    item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable boot option for Legacy Network Devices. Configuration options: [Enabled] [ audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [AC97] [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    3.5.7 APM ErP Ready [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Energy Using Products (EuP) Ready function. [Enabled] Allows BIOS to switch off some power at S5 state to get system ready Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-25
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    to set the iROG Time Keeper operation mode. Configuration options: [Last State] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.9 ROG Connect ROG Connect [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ROG Connect function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] RC Poster Mode [String] RC Poster describes what occurs
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    items appear only when you set All LED Control to [Enabled]. ROG Logo [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard ROG logo LED. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Voltiminder LED [ CPU VDDA [CPU VDDA]. Configuration options: [CPU] [CPU/NB] [CPU VDDA] ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-27
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    Selection [DDR] Allows you to switch the onboard DDR LED display between DDR voltage [DDR] and VDDR voltage [VDDR]. Configuration options: [DDR] [VDDR] 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    CPU Temperature; MB Temperature; NB Temperature; SB Temperature; OPT1/2/3 Temperature[xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, motherboard, and it from damage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [70ºC] [80ºC] [90ºC] [100ºC] ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-29
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    thermal sensor cables connected to the motherboard detects device overheat to protect the device If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows [N/A]. These items are not user fan speed. [Manual] S ets to [Manual] to display more items for you to manually adjust the CPU
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    chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-31
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    rotates at full speed. This item appears when the OPTFAN1/2/3 Control item is set to [User Mode]. Configuration options: [60˚C] [70˚C] [80˚C] [90˚C] 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-33
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    the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 3™ feature. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if
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    the submenu. 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility. When you press to start the application. For more details, refer to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility. 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to get DRAM SPD information. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-35
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    3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS file to the BIOS Flash. In the Name sub-item, type your profile name and press , and then choose a profile number to save your CMOS settings in the
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    . Load Default Allows you to load default settings. Save Above Settings Allows you to save the adjusted values for specific items as a GO Button file. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-37
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    you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit�. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI
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    of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The
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    Internet Service Provider (ISP). Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS
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    (POST). Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue. 5. Click Browse to locate your desired picture file. 6. Adjust the picture resolution if needed and click Next to continue. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-41
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    to change the boot logo or No to continue. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. • The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www
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    contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press � to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-43
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    • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select
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    the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into D (USB flash drive). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-45
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    is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2011/04/08] Current ROM BOARD: Crosshair V Formula VER: 0239 DATE: 08/04/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving
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    system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-47
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    3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 4 Software support
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    Chapter summary 4 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.3 Software information 4-8 4.4 RAID configurations 4-38 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-43 ROG Crosshair V Extreme
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    . Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-1
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    AMD Chipset Driver Installs the AMD® chipset driver. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek® audio driver and application. ASUS ROG THUNDERBOLT Audio Driver Installs the ASUS ROG TunderBolt audio driver and application. ASUS ROG THUNDERBOLT LAN Driver Installs the ASUS ROG TunderBolt LAN driver
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    motherboard supports. ASUS AI Suite II Installs the ASUS AI Suite II. ASUS ROG Connect Installs the ASUS ROG Connect utility. ASUS ROG Connect Plus Installs the ASUS ROG Connect Plus utility. ASUS ROG GameFirst Installs the ASUS ROG GameFirst utility. AMD information. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-3
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    disk menu The Make disk menu contains items to create the AMD AHCI/RAID 32/64bit driver disk. AMD AHCI/RAID Driver Disk Allows you to create an Intel® AHCI/RAID driver disk. 4.2.5 Manual menu The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user
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    4.2.6 Video menu Click the Video tab to display a list of video clips. Click the video titles to watch ROG users' outstanding performances with ROG motherboards. 4.2.7 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-5
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    screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. 4-6 Chapter
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    Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-7
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    AI Suite II on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching AI Suite II You
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    the current settings as a new profile Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments in More Settings. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-9
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    Click to restore all start-up settings Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. 1. Click More Settings, and then click the CPU Ratio tab. 2. Drag the adjustment bar upwards or downwards to the
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    item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. Auto Tuning ASUS ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-11
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    3. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. To keep the result, click Stop. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support
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    the overclocking process. Click Stop if you want to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-13
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    + VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD
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    when overclocking or under high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM • Manual Frequency Step: 10kHz Do not remove the thermal module when switching to Manual mode. The thermal conditions should be monitored. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-15
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    CPU/NB Load-line Calibration Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU/NB voltage. The CPU/NB working voltage will decrease proportionally to simultaneously. Suggestion: choose higher value when overclocking or under high CPU loading for extra power support. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software
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    Standard: Phase control based on CPU command. • Optimized: ASUS optimized phase tuning profile • Extreme: Full phase mode • Manual Adjustment: Phase number adjusted by current (A) step • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-17
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    , and Fan Control. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-18 Chapter
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    achieve a quiet and cool system environment. Launching FAN Xpert After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert by clicking Tool > Fan Xpert on the AI Suite II main Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-19
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    the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and operating condition. Launching Probe II After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch PC Probe II by clicking Tool > Probe II
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    Setting preference Click Preference on the top to customize Probe II, including detection cycle, and temperature display unit. Checking Alert Log Click Alert Log on the top to check the log. Click Clear to reset the log if needed. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-21
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    in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar to launch PC Probe II. Configuring Sensor Recorder Click the
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    tab displays the status of the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select the items that you want to monitor. Fan Speed The Fan Speed tab displays the status of the rotations (per minute) of the CPU, chassis, and power fans. Select the items that you want to monitor. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-23
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    want to record. 2. Select the record interval and duration. 3. Click Start recording. To stop, click Recording while the recording is in progress. To edit the recorded history • Select a date to view a certain recorded history. • If you want to delete a recorded history, click beside the date of the
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    Connect the provided ROG Connect cable to the local PC and the remote PC. 2. Press the ROG Connect Button. 3. Double-click the RC TweakIt shortcut on the remote PC to activate the function Using RC TweakIt Use the sliders and buttons to monitor or adjust your local PC. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-25
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    the POST. You can switch the display mode between String and Code. RC Remote RC Remote allows you to operate your local system through the ROG Connect cable. RC Diagram RC Diagram allows you to monitor and record your local system status. 4-26 Chapter 4: Software
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    GPU TweakIt GPU TweakIt allows you to control and monitor the installed GPU on the local system. Use the sliders to adjust the values and click Apply to save your customized settings. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-27
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    connected to the internet and click Start to perform the bandwidth test. Network Click the Network tab on the left to configure your network settings. ROG ThunderBolt is only available on selected model. 4-28 Chapter 4: Software
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    to configure Killer Network Manager settings. You can select the display information, set up the application control, and other configurations. Overviews Click the Overview tab on the left to see the system information and the current status of the network connection. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-29
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    network usage of the applications, you have to enable the application control first. Click the Advanced tab and enable the Application Control. 4-30 Chapter 4: Software support
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    to avoid large volume fluctuations. • DS3D GX: Enable DirectSound3D Game Extensions to support EAX and DirectSound3D extensions for EAX and DS3D games on Windows. • If you as your default audio output device. ROG ThunderBolt is only available on selected model. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-31
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    to the game you play. Add or Delete a profile FPS Mode (First Person Shooter mode) HiFi Mode Racing Mode RTS Mode (Real-Time Strategy mode) Manual (You customized mode) Switches the display panel 4-32 Chapter 4: Software
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    tuning setting may damage your headphone. Select a proper gain according to your headphone specification. Only audio output from the front panel via the AAFP cable supports the headphone gain tuning function. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-33
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    corresponding box to select from Mic and Line-In for the input device. Click each button directly to configure the related settings. 4-34 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Blaster X-Fi MB 2. The MB 2 successfully, you need to activate this utility online before first use. 1. Double-click Activate on the desktop. Ensure that you have successfully installed the LAN driver and have connected to the Internet. 2. Click Activate to start activation. ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    Using Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 Speaker and Headphone You can adjust the speaker-related or the headphone-related configurations. Speaker and Headphone EAX Equalizer the EAX effects, you are allowed to select and add your desired environment sounds into the music. 4-36 Chapter 4: Software support
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    later use. Mixer You can manually adjust the audio volumes, including Line In, Stereo Mix and Microphone, when recording or during the playback. THX THX is a high-fidelity sound technology that allows you to adjust the surround sound effect, sub-woofer volume, etc.. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-37
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    4.4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the AMD® SB950 chipset that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later
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    ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk BIOS Setup. When setting the SATA Port1-Port4 item to [RAID], all four SATA ports run at RAID mode. However, you can set the SATA ports 5 and 6 to [IDE] mode. See section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    4.4.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility To enter the �AM��D® O��p��ti�o�n��R��O��M��u��ti�li�t�y�: 1. Boot up your computer. 2. During POST, press enter the option you need; press to exit the utility. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only, and may not exactly
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    Drive 1 RAID 0 2 Strip Block 64 KB Gigabyte Boundary ON Fast Init ON Cache Mode WriteThru Port:ID 01:00 02:00 03:00 04:00 Drive Model xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx [ Drives modify the array capacity, or press any key to use the maximum capacity. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-41
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    Menu ] LD No LD Name RAID Mode Drv Capacity(GB) LD 1 xxxxx RAID 0 2 157.99 Strip Block 64 KB Cache Mode WriteThru Port:ID 01:00 02:00 Drive Model xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx [ Drives Assignments ] Capabilities Capacity(GB) xxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxx xxxxxx 4-42 Any Key To Continue
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    then click AMD AHCI/RAID 32/64bit xxxx Driver to create a RAID driver disk. 5. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. 6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-43
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    with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive, and then click Browse. 3. Click the name of the device you've inserted, go to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to
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    . 4. Click Details tab. The Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed. 5. Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup.oem. 6. Double-click the file. A window appears, allowing you to select the program for opening the oem file. ROG Crosshair V Formula 4-45
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    = "PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4392&CC_0104","ahcix64" id= "PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4391&CC_0106","ahcix64" id= "PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4393&CC_0104","ahcix64" id= "USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901", "usbstor" 4-46 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Multiple 5GPU This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards. technology support
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    Chapter summary 5 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-5 ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    the ATI Game website at http://game.amd.com for the latest certified graphics card and the supported 3D application list. 5.1.2 Before you graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista and 7, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ROG Crosshair V Formula 5-1
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    are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 1. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. 3. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots
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    in the Windows notification area and select Cayalist Control Center. 2. The Catalyst Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multigraphics cards. Click Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ROG Crosshair V Formula 5-3
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    settings 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. 2. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. 3. Select Enable CrossFireX. 1 4. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. 2 3 4 5-4 Chapter
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    card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. 3. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. ROG Crosshair V Formula
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    Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia. com). 5.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology
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    B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize. B2. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. B3. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. ROG Crosshair V Formula 5-7
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    window, select Set SLI Configuration. Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. 5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product.Name.:.Motherboard Model.Number.:.CROSSHAIR.V.FORMULA. Conforms to the following specifications
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    Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product.Name.:.Network/Sound.Card. Model.Number.:.THUNDERBOLT. Conforms to the following specifications
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