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    Motherboard Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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    any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification
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    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 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.4 System memory
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    27 3.5.8 iROG Configuration 3-29 3.5.9 ROG Connect 3-29 3.5.10 LED Control 3-30 3.6 Monitor menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-37 3.8.2 Asus SPD Information 3-37 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-38 3.8.4 GO Button File 3-39 3.8.5 BIOS FlashBack 3-40 iv
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    3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-46 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-47 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-48 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 4-2 4.3 Software
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    Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing CrossFireX graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology
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    . This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure /EC "Electromagnetic compatibility" and 2006/95/EC "Low voltage directive". CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This equipment complies
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    property or on the private property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446.5-2483.5 MHz band. Use outdoors on public property is not permitted. In the departments listed below, for the
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    must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this manual to meet RF exposure requirements. Use of this device in a manner inconsistent with this manual could lead
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    power 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 your motherboard BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE ABOVE BATTERY-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS. xi
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    where it may become wet. This motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures 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. REACH
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    need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists
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    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 exactly as shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets
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    CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z68 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB*, DDR3 2200(O.C.)/ 2133(O.C.)/ 1866(O.C.)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * The max. 32GB
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    Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features xvi 2 x Intel® Gigabit LAN RealteK ALC889 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-
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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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    Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors in LGA1155 package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics
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    , DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Double Bandwidth This motherboard 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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    On-Demand Why choose 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
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    motherboard at any stage! This design allows advanced user control and management to be processed purely at a hardware level. iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking for PC enthusiasts and it offers system maintenance and management with more control and efficiency. ROG Maximus IV Extreme
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    of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is critical but risky. Acting as the "red zone" of a tachometer, the Voltiminder LED displays the voltage status for CPU, PCH, and Memory in a intuitive color-coded fashion. The voltiminder LED allows quick voltage monitoring for overclockers. ROG CPU
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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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    protection to chipsets and CPU! The COP EX allows overclockers to increase chipset voltage without the worries of overheating. short the pins or moving jumpers! ASUS Q-Connector Make connections quick and accurate unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a
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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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    a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OSbased flash utility. SATA on the Go The motherboard supports the next
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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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    that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may 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 2.3.10 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [red]) 15. Intel® Z68 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3-6 [gray]) 16. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW) 17. BIOS switch 18. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 19. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB12; USB34; USB56; USB78) 20
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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™ i3 Processors. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install
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    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. Recommended memory configurations ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/2133/2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • The max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on the market. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V
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    2GB ) DS 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • Maximus IV Extreme-Z Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR 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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    support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.65 • • • 1.6 • • • 1.65 • • • Maximus IV Extreme-Z Motherboard • • 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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    • Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - - - • • • Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) 2GB DS Asint 3128M8- GJ1D - • • • EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I16(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 - • • • GoodRam GR1600D364L9/2G 2GB DS GoodRam GF1008KC- - - • • • JN Mushkin 996805(XMP
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    Maximus IV Extreme-Z Motherboard 4GB DS Micron D9LGK - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1DIMM 2DIMM 4DIMM - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • - • • • 1.5 • • • 1.5 • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • - • • • ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-11
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    4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B- - HCH9(ECC) - • • • BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP) 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 7-7-7-20 - • • • EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I13 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 - • • • Elixir M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG 2GB SS Elixir N2CB2G808N-CG - - • • • Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-CG
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    -CG - - • • • DS S-POWER I0YT3E0 9 - • • • SS NANYA memory modules from the red slots for better overclocking capacity. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/2133/2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    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 2.0 x16 slot with x8
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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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    -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 switch Press the reset switch to reboot the system
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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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    one of the installed PCIe x16 cards is out of order, you can use 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
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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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    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 voltage adjustment, refer to 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu. 1. CPU LED The CPU LED has four voltage displays
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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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-21
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    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 temporary overclocking when in OS. 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    system is ON, in sleep mode, or 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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-23
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    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 - 14 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started 15 - 18 Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started 19 - 1C Pre-memory PCH initialization is
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    memory type or incompatible memory speed 54 Unspecified memory initialization error 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 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-25
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    Services 63 - 67 CPU DXE initialization is started 68 PCI host bridge initialization 73 - 77 PCH DXE Initialization Driver connecting is started 92 PCI Bus initialization is started 93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization 94 PCI Bus Enumeration 95 PCI Bus Request Resources 96 PCI
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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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    PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources No Space for Legacy returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available *ASL Status Codes Status
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    so the 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-Z 2-29
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    to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the 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 Pack 3 or later versions before using
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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 SP3 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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    audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability 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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    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, use a PSU
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    on the 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-Z 2-39
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    (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 in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. 2-40 Chapter
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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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    6 3. LAN (RJ-45) port 2* 4. RC Bluetooth switch 5. LAN (RJ-45) port 1* 6. USB 3.0 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
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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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    No memory detected beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter
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    is ON, pressing the power switch for less 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. 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 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.9 Exit menu 3-41 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-42 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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    of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced For changing the overclocking settings For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Boot
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    hand side Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Normal mode 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-Z 3-3
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    menu 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 than sign a field, select it and press to display a list of options. 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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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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    display the following items: Load Extreme OC Profile Press and select Yes to load the extreme OC profile to suit extreme overclocking. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking to manually adjust the Turbo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by Intel CPU
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    with a 50Mhz interval. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [ display the status of the installed VGA cards and memory. The field shows N/A if there's no device installed on that slot. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-7
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    Enabled] Allows you to set maximum values for maximum overclocking. The following four items appear only when you set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and Turbo Mode items to [Enabled] and Maximum Power set to [Disabled]. Long Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the
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    . VRM Fixed Frequency Mode [xxx] This item appears only when you set the VCore Switching Freq item to [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-Z 3-9
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    higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] [150%] [160%] [170%] [180%] iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects iGPU voltage. The iGPU
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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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    key. CPU Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and when the Extreme OV item is set to [Enabled]. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with 005x interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA
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    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 configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 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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    4. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the administrator password, follow the same steps as to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in
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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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    3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. Scroll down to display the following items: CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the
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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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    Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to C6] [No Limit] 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration Initial Graphic Adapter [PCIE] Allows you to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device. Configuration options
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    . iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed in 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.3 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-21
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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. Scroll down to display Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases
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    ] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-23
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    Disables the function. 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] 3-24 Chapter
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    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 AC'97. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-25
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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. 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    Disabled] Display OptionRom in 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 82579LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.5.7 APM ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    /2 mouse. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PCIE [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. [Enabled] Enables the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables
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    ] [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 during the POST. Configuration options: [String] [Code] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-29
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    the onboard ROG logo LED. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Voltiminder LED [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Voltiminder LED. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU LED Selection [CPU] Allows you to switch the onboard CPU LED display between CPU voltage
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    you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. PCH Overheat Protection [90ºC] The system automatically shuts down when the PCH is heated over the set temperature to protect it from damage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [70ºC] [80ºC] [90ºC] �[1�0�0��ºC��] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-31
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    hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan, chassis fan, power fan, and optional fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows [N/A]. [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    . [Turbo] Set to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] S ets to [Manual] to display more items for you to manually adjust the CPU upper/lower temperature, and CPU fan upper/ lower duty cycle [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-33
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    to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following will operate at the maximum duty cycle. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature. Chassis Fan Min. Duty 3: BIOS setup
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    the temperature at which the power fan 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] 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-35
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    NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Wait for 'F1' If
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    > 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 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility. 3.8.2 Asus SPD Information This item displays the SPD information. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    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. 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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 as a GO Button file. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-39
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    3.8.5 BIOS FlashBack BIOS Boot Selection [1] Use the numeric key to change the BIOS ROM for booting. 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    to discard changes and exit�. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-41
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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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    , select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto BIOS backup function, check the checkboxs before the two items on the screen. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-43
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    during the Power‑On Self-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
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    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 configuration. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-45
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    feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash Utility: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains
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    requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-47
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    . The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save them
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    to the DOS prompt. 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 backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-49
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    Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: Maximus IV Extreme-Z VER: 0204
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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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    to display 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
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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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    system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information 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
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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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    Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. 3 DIGI+ VRM 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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    from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite 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 you to overclock the BCLK frequency
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    CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. The first time you use CPU Ratio, go to Extreme Tweaker in BIOS and set the Turbo Ratio item 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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    item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory
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    the warning messages and click OK to start auto-overclocking. 3. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. To keep the result, click Stop. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-9
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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 reentering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. 4-10 Chapter 4: Software support
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    since you installed EPU. *• Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button . • 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 4-11
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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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    unit. Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes 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 4-13
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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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    in an unstable system. Restart 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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    of the local system during 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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    Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click on the icon to display 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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    motherboard 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 three new drives for this setup. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-21
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    motherboard supports Serial power cable to the power connector on each drive. 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.0.0.1032 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation.
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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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    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 complete installation. To
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    the SSD - Updating IRST 10.5 driver - Updating BIOS • If you want to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM utility and select Acceleration Options to disable Intel® Smart Response Technology. • The performance of Intel® Smart Response Technology varies by SSD. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-27
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    hard disk drives. Refer to Chapter 2 of your motherboard user manual for the exact location of the Marvell SATA 6.0 Gb B1 BIOS Version : 1.0.0.1028 Firmware Version: 2.2.0.1105 PCIe Speed SATA PD Status Unconfigured Size 152626MB Feature Support : MCQ 3G 48Bits Current Speed : 3G
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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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    : 1B4B Device ID : 9130 Revision ID : B1 BIOS Version : 1.0.0.1028 Firmware Version: 2.2.0.1105 PCIe Speed Rate : 5.0Gbps Configure SATA as: AHCI Mode Delete 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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    then select Properties from the pop-up window. The name of the USB floppy disk drive varies with different vendors. 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
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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 LucidLogix® Virtu™ solution 5-9 ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z
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    Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Select your current graphics 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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    pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the connector is firmly in place. CrossFireX bridge 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.
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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. to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 5-3
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    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 5: Multiple GPU technology
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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 Maximus IV Extreme-Z 5-5
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    the power supply to the two graphics cards separately. 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. SLI bridge Goldfingers 5.2.3 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express
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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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    the NVIDIA Control Panel. B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel 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
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    if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab, then click LucidLogix® Virtu™ software. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions i-Mode (output from to complete installation. the Sandy Bridge GPU) ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z d-Mode (output from the discrete GPU) 5-9
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    LucidLogix® Virtu™ solution in d-Mode, display must be connected to the discrete GPU installed in the system. Be sure to set Initial Graphic Adaptor to PCIE or PCIE/ PCI in BIOS to enable d-Mode support. Both i-Mode and d-Mode enjoy the performance of Intel® Sandy Bridge built-in media features and
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    successfully installed the LucidLogix® Virtu™ from the support DVD that comes with your motherboard package, a LucidLogix® Virtu™ icon appears activated when your system is powered on. Select Remove from system tray, if you want to remove LucidLogix® Virtu™. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 5-11
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    panel. 2. In the Main tab, you can check the L��u�c�id�L��o�g�ix�® Virtu™� �s�ta�t�u�s��a�n��d�c��u�s�t�o�m��iz�e� your settings. Check your current display mode, i-mode (blue) or d-Mode (green) Adjust Performance optimization, Quality over Performance or Performance over Quality Select the way to
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    CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-812-282-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
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    R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: 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-Z conform with the essential requirements of the
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Motherboard
Maximus IV
Extreme-Z