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    Motherboard Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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    purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS
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    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 Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-9 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed
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    iROG Configuration 3-28 3.5.8 ROG Connect 3-28 3.5.9 LED Control 3-29 3.6 Monitor menu 3-30 3.7 Boot menu 3-34 3.8 Tools menu 3-36 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-36 3.8.2 Asus SPD Information 3-36 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.8.4 GO Button File 3-38 3.8.5 BIOS FlashBack 3-39 3.9 Exit
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    10.3 3.10.4 ASUS Update utility 3-42 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-45 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-46 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-47 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 Obtaining the software manuals
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    5-3 5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-5 5.2.1 Requirements 5-5 5.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards 5-5 5.2.3 Installing the device drivers 5-6 5.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-6 5.3 Lucid Virtu solution 5-9 5.3.1 Hardware installation 5-9 5.3.2 Software configuration 5-10
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    received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
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    users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure 17] • Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] CE Marking CE marking for devices without wireless
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    Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case
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    instructions licensed service (i.e. co 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 marketed to the US/ CANADA
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    company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may not be included in TYPE. • DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. xi
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    it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
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    the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact
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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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    Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 �P�r�o�c�e�s�s�o�r�s Supports 32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost
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    Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features RealteK ALC889 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-
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    Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors CPU Level Up MemOK! Onboard Switches: Power / Reset / Clr CMOS (at rear) Q-Fan Plus ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Slot
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    Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary BIOS Features 64Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS Manageability WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Software Support DVD: - Drivers and applications * ASUS AI Suite II * ROG CPU-Z *
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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 Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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    Pack 1 x Cable Ties Pack 1 x ROG Theme Label 1 x 12-in-1 ROG Cable Label 1 x RC Bluetooth card Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide ROG exclusive feature guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-1
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    then join the elite club, make your presence felt, in the Republic of Gamers. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on world. Intel® Z68 Express Chipset The Intel® Z68 Express Chipset is a single-chipset design to support socket 1155 Intel® second
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    , an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. Lucid Virtu Enjoy along with 2nd generation Intel® Core processor featuring like Intel Quick Sync to enable supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-3
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    when you can have both? SLI or CrossFireX? Fret no longer because with the ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z, you'll be able to run both multi-GPU setups. The board features SLI/CrossFireX on Demand technology, supporting SLI or CrossFireX configuration. Whichever path you take, you can be assured of jaw
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    RC Bluetooth. USB BIOS FlashBack Refresh the BIOS can never be that easy USB BIOS Flashback must be the most convenient way to flash BIOS ever! It allows overclockers to try their BIOS with the simplist system maintenance and management with more control and efficiency. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-5
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    Loadline Calibration Optimal power boost for extreme CPU overclocking! Maintaining ample voltage support for the CPU is critical during overclocking allows quick voltage monitoring for overclockers. ROG CPU-Z Whole new design of CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z is a customized ROG version authorized by CPUID. It has
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    Print One click, easily share your BIOS settings ROG offers a whole new EFT BIOS feature to handle the demands of an overclocking experience. Maximus IV Extreme-Z features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings to others with the press of a button. The days of using
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    or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclock, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamer to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without having to short the pins or moving jumpers! ASUS Q-Connector Make connections quick and accurate The Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect
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    The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-9
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    Advanced Edition The Gamers' Benchmark 3DMarkVantage is the new industry standard PC gaming performance benchmark from Futuremark, newly designed for Windows Vista and DirectX10. It includes two new graphics tests, two new CPU tests, several new feature tests, and support for the latest hardware
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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 2-40 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-56 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-57 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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    motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-1
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    (10-1 pin AAFP) 21. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 22. USB 3.0 connector (USB3_910) 23. RC Bluetooth connector (RC_BLUETOOTH) Page 2-19 2-35 2-36 2-38 2-4 2-5 2-16 2-16 2-24 2-18 2-18 2-17 2-32 2-30 2-31 2-29 2-17 2-39 2-33 2-37 2-34 2-34 2-52 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-3
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    Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
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    . 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. Recommended memory configurations ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-5
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    DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on the market. • According to Intel manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support
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    ( 2x 2GB ) DS 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • Maximus IV Extreme-Z Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR 2GB) DS 8 1.65 • Patriot PVV34G2133C9K(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS 9-11-9-27 1.66 • ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-7
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    ) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 1.6 • • • Maximus IV Extreme-Z Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3��-�1��8��6�6��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�l�i�ty� Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AX3U1866PB2G8-DP2
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    socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.65 • • • 1.6 • • • 1.65 • • • Maximus IV Extreme • • 1.6 • • 1.6 • • • 1.35 • • • 1.5 • • • - • • • 1.65 • • • 1.6 • • • 1.35 • • • 1.6~1.65 • • 1.5-1.6 • • 1.6 • • • ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-9
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    GEIL GE34GB1600C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.6 • • GEIL GV34GB1600C8DC(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8-28 1.6 • • KINGMAX FLGD45F-B8MF7(XMP) 1GB SS - - - • • KINGSTON KHX1600C7D3K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65 • • • KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3K2/4GX(XMP)
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    4GB DS Micron D9LGK - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1DIMM 2DIMM 4DIMM - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • 1.5 • - • • • - • - • • • 1.5 • • • 1.5 • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • - • • • ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-11
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    OCZ OCZ3G1333LV3GK 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 9-9-9 1.65 • OCZ OCZ3P1333LV3GK 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 7-7-7 1.65 • • • OCZ OCZ3G1333ULV4GK 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8 1.35 • • OCZ OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - - 1.65 • OCZ OCZ3RPR13334GK 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 6-6-6 1.75 •
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    either the red slots or the gray slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. 4 DIMMs: Support 4 modules inserted into both the red and gray slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. at DDR3 2133/2133/2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-13
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    2.2.5 Expansion slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x16/8_1 slot 2 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot 4 PCIe 2.0 x8_3 slot (PCIe
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    NEC USB3.0#1 - shared - - - - - - JMB362 - - - shared - - - - Marvell9182 shared - - - - - - - Intel 82583 - - shared - - - - - Intel 82579 - - - shared - - - - PCIEx4 shared - - - - - - - PCIEx1 shared - - - - - - - ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-15
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    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. Reset
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    to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. BIOS button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Press the BIOS button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-17
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    the slide switch to find out the faulty one without removing the cards. 6. LN2 Mode switch With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST at an extremely low temperature and help the system boot successfully. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    7. Q reset button When the LN2_Mode switch does not work and your CPU cannot resume function, press the Q reset button to temporarily stop the power supply to the CPU and help the CPU recover from a frozen condition. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-19
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    for power status. For more information about voltage adjustment, refer to 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu. 1. CPU LED The CPU LED has four voltage displays: CPU VCCIO, and CPU PLL Voltage; you can select the voltage to display in BIOS. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the CPU LED and
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    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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-21
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    button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is in use. 6. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that MemOK! is enabled before POST. Lighting: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for
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    found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. 8. Power LED The motherboard comes shows the location of the onboard power-on switch. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-23
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    9. Debug LEDs The Debug LED design provides you the 2-digit display, allowing you to know the system status. Refer to the Debug table below for details. Debug table Code Description 00 Not used 01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). 02 AP initialization before microcode loading 03
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    55 Memory not installed 56 Invalid CPU type or Speed 57 CPU mismatch 58 CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error 59 CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update firmware (Auto recovery) F1 Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-25
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    is started 61 NVRAM initialization 62 Installation of the PCH Runtime Services 63 - 67 CPU DXE initialization is started 68 PCI host initialization codes 90 Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started 91 Driver connecting is started 92 PCI Bus initialization is started 93 PCI Bus
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    Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-27
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    Debug table (continued) Code C0- CF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC Description OEM BDS initialization codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error. Out of
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    CMOS RTC RAM data. BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® P67 chipset. • manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service
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    Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows® XP SP2 or later versions. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-31
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    data drives only. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk and NCQ, set the Marvell Controller item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.6 Onboard a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS
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    cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-33
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    ports, and complies with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 box to this
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    ! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-35
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    which you want to monitor temperature. The optional fan1/2/3 can work with the temperature sensors for a better cooling effect. Enable OPT FAN1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you connect thermal sensor cables to these connectors. 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. BIOS setup to [HD]; if you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD]. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards
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    supports several BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components
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    2.3.2 CPU installation 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-41
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    4 5 C A B 6 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A 2 B B A 3 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-43
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    To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-45
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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 2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    3 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-47
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    2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR OR 2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.7 1 SATA device connection OR 2 OR ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-49
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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 2-50 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 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-51
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    ports 7 and 8 7. Clear CMOS switch 8. External SATA ports 1 and 2 9. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. ROG Connect switch 12. ROG Connect port 13. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 14. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions
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    USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-53
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    Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers 2-54 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-55
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    on. The system then runs the power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2-56 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or 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. Refer to section 3.7 Power Menu for details. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-57
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    2-58 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 Main menu 3-14 3.5 Advanced menu 3-17 3.6 Monitor menu 3-30 3.7 Boot menu 3-34 3.8 Tools menu 3-36 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-1
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    EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Submenu item Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced For changing the overclocking
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    chassis/power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    items. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen. Submenu items A greater 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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    Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-5
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    using the numeric keypad. The values range from 80.0MHz to 300.0MHz. Turbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the Turbo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings [All Cores mode (Adjustabale in OS)] All numbers of active cores will be set to one
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    OS)]. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Enable Internal PLL Overvoltage for K-SKU CPUs to get extreme overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]� Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows shows N/A if there's no device installed on that slot. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-7
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    Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use and keys to adjust the value. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled Limit [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the value. 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working Manual] and allows you to set a fixed VRM frequency. Use the and keys to adjust the value. The values range from 250KHz to 1100KHz with a 50KHz interval. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. Loads the ASUS Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects iGPU voltage. The iGPU working voltage NOT set to [Extreme]. It allows you to enable the spread spectrum to reduce EMI.
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    to [Enabled] to choose a higher voltage to overclock, but doing so might decrease CPU life. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the Offset voltage. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-11
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    press the key. CPU Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set 20V voltage is available only when the Extreme OV item is set to [Enabled]. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 3: BIOS setup
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    range from 1.19250V to 1.51050V with a 0.01325V interval. • The values of the CPU Manual Voltage, CPU Offset Voltage, DRAM Voltage, VCCSA Voltage, VCCIO Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage, options: [Auto] [-4]-[+4] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-13
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    screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview language, and security settings. 3.4.1 System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [English] 3.4.2 System Date [Day
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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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-15
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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. 3-16 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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-17
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    in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock
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    even without support for CPUs Intel SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Disabled] [Enabled] Disables this function. Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    CPU C1E [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    BIOS driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. Set to [RAID Mode] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Auto] Allows the system to
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    . EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. USB 2.0 Switch [PCH] Allows you to select from PCH to NEC for USB 2.0 ports. Configuration options: [PCH] [NEC] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-23
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    panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy
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    the full functin of the JMB storage contorller (ex. AHCI), we recommend that you set this item to [Enabled] and install the JMicron JMB36X Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-25
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    [Disabled] Intel 82579 LAN [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the GbE controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Intel 82579 PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel
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    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 for the EuP Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-27
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    to set the iROG Time Keeper operation mode. Configuration options: [Last State] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.8 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 [ [PCH], and PCH PLL [PCH PLL]. Configuration options: [PCH] [PCH PLL] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-29
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    the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options Configuration options: [Disabled] [70ºC] [80ºC] [90ºC] �[1�0�0��ºC��] 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. CPU Socket Temperature Protection [90ºC] The system automatically shuts down when the CPU socket is heated over the set temperature to protect it from damage ] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-31
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    and CPU fan upper/ lower duty cycle. The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. ] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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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 . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Duty Mode] [User Mode] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-33
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    to [User Mode]. Configuration options: [60˚C] [70˚C] [80˚C] [90˚C] 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash Utility. When you press to start the application. For more details, refer to section 3.10
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    saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; PCH Voltage; CPU Ratio; Allows you to use the and keys to adjust the values for each item. Refer to 3.3 Extreme Tweaker Menu for details. Load Default Allows you to load default settings. Save Above Settings Allows you to save the adjusted values for specific items
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    3.8.5 BIOS FlashBack BIOS Boot Selection [1] Use the numeric key to change the BIOS ROM for booting. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-39
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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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    to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-41
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    • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Save the current BIOS file • View the BIOS version information This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP
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    -Tests (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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    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.asus.com for detailed software
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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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-45
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    file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to
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    prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-47
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    up the current BIOS To backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater Ensure that the USB flash drive is not ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: Maximus IV Extreme-Z VER: 0239 DATE: 10/08/2010 PATH: A:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown BIOS
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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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-49
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    3-50 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 4-3 4.4 RAID configurations 4-21 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-32 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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    the ASUS contact information. Click an icon to display DVD/ motherboard information 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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-1
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    support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. 1. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from
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    menu vary with models. • The screeshots of AI Suite II in this user manual are for reference only. The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-3
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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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    boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-5
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    II main menu bar. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. TurboV TurboV allows stability, all changes made in TurboV will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the
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    Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. The first time you use CPU Ratio, go to AI Tweaker > CPU Power Management in BIOS and set the Turbo Ratio Click to restore all start-up settings ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z Click to activate the CPU Ratio Applies all changes immediately Undoes all
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    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 CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU
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    BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. Using Extreme Tuning 1. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme current overclocking result. To keep the result, click Stop. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-9
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    , TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. An animation appears indicating 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 reentering Windows
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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 to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-11
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    cool 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 . Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12
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    monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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    to monitor your system status in real-time. To launch ROG CPU-Z 1. Double-click the CUPID ROG CPU-Z icon on the desktop. 2. Click the tabs on the top to switch display pages. Click the REPUBLIC OF GAMERS icon to access ROG official website at http://rog.asus.com/. 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support
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    your system if needed. Click About on the top to switch the screen and the information of this application is displayed as shown. Click the REPUBLIC OF GAMERS icon to access ROG official website at http://rog. asus.com/. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-15
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    and adjust the local PC through your remote PC. Setting up USB connection between your local and remote PC • Install ROG Connect on the remote PC from the provided Support DVD before using ROG Connect. • ROG Connect must work with ROG Connect Plus to avail full function. Ensure that you install
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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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-17
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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. 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support
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    plug and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is settings window Analog and digital connector status Information button ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-19
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    B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Exit button Minimize button Information button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-20 Chapter 4: Software
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    supports the following SATA RAID solutions: • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • Mavell® RAID utility with RAID 0 and RAID 1 support. • You must install Windows® XP Service drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-21
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    Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal BIOS Setup. Due to chipset limitation, when set any of SATA ports to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel
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    BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.0.0.1032 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-23
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    volume? (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. 4-24 Chapter 4: Software support
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    return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-25
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    install Intel® Smart Response Technology: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab, then click Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver software. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to
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    switch acceleration mode to Enhanced/ Maximus. • Only Intel internal SATA ports (gray and blue) support �ln��te��l® Smart Response in BIOS Option ROM utility to disable this function. • The performance of lntel® Smart Response Technology varies by installed SSD. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-
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    drives. Refer to Chapter 2 of your motherboard user manual for the exact location of the Marvell SATA 6.0 Gb any change to the drive status. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. SATA PD Status Unconfigured Size 152626MB Feature Support : MCQ 3G 48Bits Current Speed :
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    Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Group Ltd. Configure->Select free disksCreate Virtual Disk HBA 0: Marvell 0 ├ Virtual Disks └ Free Physical Disks * ├ PD press to cancel. The new RAID array appears under Virtual Disks, as shown in the image below. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-29
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    Press . The following warning message appears: Exit Do you want to exit from Marvell BIOS Setup? Yes No Press to save the RAID setting and exit the Marvell RAID utility. the selected virtual disk. ENTER: Operation F10: Exit/Save ESC: Return 4-30 Chapter 4: Software support
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    the Master Boot Record (MBR) from the selected RAID array. 3. Press . The following warning message appears: Exit Do you want to exit from Marvell BIOS Setup? Yes No Press to save the RAID setting and exit the Marvell RAID utility. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-31
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    disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk 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
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    corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-33
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    floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation. To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive's Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the
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    &PID_6901", "usbstor" [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= "PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2822&CC_0104","iaStor" id= "USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901", "usbstor" Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the file. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-35
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    4-36 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 5.3 Lucid Virtu solution 5-9 ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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    certified. • Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website at www.amd. card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 5-1
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    sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately. 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. Goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd. Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 5-3
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    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 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    that your graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website 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 Maximus IV Extreme
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    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 After
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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 Maximus IV Extreme-Z 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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    force between these two modes according to your system loading. i-Mode i-Mode provides user with Intel Sandy special features and power saving options when no 3D gaming is used. To use . d-Mode is a better display mode for gamers to enhance your 3D gaming performance. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 5-9
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    5.3.2 Software configuration After you successfully installed the Lucid Virtu from the support DVD that comes with your motherboard package, a Lucid Virtu icon appears in the notification area. To from system tray, if you want to remove Lucid Virtu. 5-10 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    d-Mode (green) Adjust Performance optimization, Quality over Performance or Performance over Quality Select the way to show the Lucid icon when you are in game. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 5-11
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    5-12 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail [email protected] Web site www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online support +86-21-38429911 support.asus.com ASUS
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    of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: Address, City: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : MAXIMUS IV EXTREME
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Motherboard
Maximus IV
Extreme-Z