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    Motherboard Maximus IV Extreme
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    Edition January 2011 Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL
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    1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 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 2-5 2.2.5 Expansion slots 2-14 2.2.6 Onboard switches
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    BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-5 3.4 Main menu 3-14 3.4.1 System Language [English 3-14 3.4.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 3-14 3.4.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 3-14 3.4.4 Security 3-15 3.5 Advanced menu 3-17 3.5.1 CPU
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    3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-46 3.10.4 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 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II
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    drive 4-28 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
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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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    36 Indre 37 Indre et Loire 41 Loir et Cher 45 Loiret 50 Manche 55 Meuse 58 Nièvre 59 Nord 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information
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    the specific operating instructions for satisfying interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile 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
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    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) and is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER TYPE. • DISPOSE OF USED 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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    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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    to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® P67 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 memory capacity can
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    Maximus IV Extreme 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 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 specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Software Form Factor 32Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 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
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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 1-1
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    Gamers. Green ASUS This motherboard and its Intel® P67 Express Chipset The Intel® P67 Express Chipset is the latest single-chipset design to support the new 1155 socket Intel memory to boost system performance. Refer to page 2-5 for details. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2400/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory
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    bring you a whole new tweaking experience right on your iPhone or iPad! Thanks to the Bluetooth card that comes with select ASUS ROG motherboards, you can monitor your PC and tweak parameters such voltages and frequencies in real time wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad! ROG Maximus IV Extreme 1-3
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    once again & enjoy all the wireless convenience brought from 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 way one can imagine. No need to
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    new look of ROG CPU-Z to truly report your CPU related information and your uniqueness. BIOS 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 features ROG BIOS Print which allows users
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    Simply pick the processor you wanted to OC to, and the motherboard will do the rest! See the new CPU speed and enjoy that performance instantly. Overclocking is never as easy as this. MemOK! Any memory is A-OK! Memory compatibility is among the top concerns when it comes to computer upgrades. Worry
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    Support Experience the Future of Storage! Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems. ROG Maximus IV Extreme
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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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    antivirus technologies. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine, which is renowned for malicious program detection rates that are among the industry's highest. ROG Maximus IV Extreme 1-9
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    1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It Chapter 2: includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
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    Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-40 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-56 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-57 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    bag 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 2-1
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout NF200 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 2-36 2-35 2-28 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 2-3
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    2.2.3 Central Processing 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
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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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    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 is recommended to protect the
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    2GB ) DS 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • Maximus IV Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3��-�2��2��0�0��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�l�i� 8 1.65 • Patriot PVV34G2133C9K(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS 9-11-9-27 1.66 • ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-7
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    Maximus IV Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3��-�2��0��0�0��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�l�i�ty� Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support DS Brand (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AX3U2000GB2G9-2G(XMP) 2GB DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.55
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    - 8-8-8-21 - 9-9-9-24 - 9-9-9-28 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1DIMM 2DIMM 4DIMM 1.55~1.75 • • 1.65 • • 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 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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    4GB DS Micron D9LGK - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1DIMM 2DIMM 4DIMM - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • 1.5 • • - • • • - • - • • • 1.5 • • • 1.5 • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • - • • • ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 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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    than 3GB is recommended. • It is recommended to install the 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 2-13
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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. NF200 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
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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 2-15
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    2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to wake/power up the system. 2.
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    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 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 2-19
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    voltage conditions of CPU, memory, northbridge and southbridge. You may adjust the voltages in BIOS. There are also an LED for hard disk drive activity and an onboard switch for power status. For more information about voltage adjustment, refer to 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu. 1. CPU LED The CPU LED has
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    red) 1.80625-by CPU Normal (blue) High (yellow) 0.80825�-�1�.1�5�2�7�5� 1.166-1.20575 0.80825�-�1�.1�5�2�7�5� 1.166-1.20575 Crazy (red) 1.219-by CPU 1.219-by CPU 4. Hard Disk LED disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 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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    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 2-23
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    - 0D Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes 0E Microcode not found 0F Microcode not loaded 10 PEI Core is started 11 - 14 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started 15 - 18 Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started 19 - 1C Pre-memory PCH initialization is started 2-24 Chapter
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    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 is failed 5A Internal CPU error 5B Reset PPI is not available 5C - 5F Reserved for future AMI error codes
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    not available F9 Recovery capsule is not found FA Invalid recovery capsule FB-FF Reserved for future AMI error codes 60 DXE Core is started 61 NVRAM initialization 62 Installation of the PCH Runtime Services 63 - 67 CPU DXE initialization is started 68 PCI host bridge initialization
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    Exit 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 2-27
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    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 Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output
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    system 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 2-29
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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 2-31
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    data drives only. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA Controller item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS
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    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. The 1394 + USB 2.0 cable is purchased separately. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-33
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    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
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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 2-35
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    other ends to the devices 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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    connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the 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 2-37
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    we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.
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    supports ATX 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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    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 2: Hardware
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    2.3.2 CPU installation 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 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 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 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 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 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 2-51
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    2.3.10 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse and keyboard port 2. USB 3.0 ports 5 and 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 port 1 and 2 9. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. USB 3.0 ports
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    only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage SPEED LED LED LAN port **Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 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 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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    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 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...M.a.i.n�.m�.e�.n�.u 3-14 3.5 Advanced menu 3-17 3.6 Monitor menu 3-30 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-36 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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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 3-1
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    memu for details. Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Clicks to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes
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    BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-3
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    display the other items on the screen. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. �U�s�e����k�e�y��t�o��c�a�p�t�u�r�e��th��e�B��IO��S��s�c��re
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    of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-5
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    Yes to load the extreme OC profile to suit extreme overclocking. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings
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    CPU Performance Settings The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. CPU Ratio [Auto] 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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    maximum overclocking. The following four items appear only when you set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Voltage [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the value. CPU Core Current Limit [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust Extreme] Maintains the VRM current balance. 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    phase control depending on the CPU loading. Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Proceeds the full phase mode. Allows manual adjustment. When this item is set to [Extreme], the CPU Voltage is set to [Manual] and the voltage is set to [1.2V] automatically. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-9
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    Manual Adjustment]. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] VCore Over-Current Protection [100%] This item provides wider total power range for overclocking when the Vcore Phase Control item is set to [Extreme] and allows you to enable or disable the VRM Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 2.155V with a 0.005V interval. The 2.155V voltage is available only when the Extreme OV item is set to [Enabled]. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-11
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    CPU available only when the Extreme OV item is set to [Enabled]. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU enhance DRAM overclocking ability. DRAM might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. VCCSA . CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU PLL
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    [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [-4]-[+4] DMI-2 Skew [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [-4]-[+4] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 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 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 3-17
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    and keys 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 speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    . The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-19
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    cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition. 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. CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the
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    storage 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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    is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages 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
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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 3-23
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    3.5.5 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down for more items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] 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.
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    Controller Driver from the motherboard support DVD. JMB Storage OPROM [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the OptionRom of the JMB storage controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    Enabled] [Disabled] Intel 82579 LAN [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the GbE controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. Intel 82579 PXE OPROM [ BIOS to switch off some power at S5 state to get system ready for the EuP requirement. When set to [Enabled], power for WOL, WO_USB, audio and onboard
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    Power Key] Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. Power On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled] operation mode. Configuration options: [Last State] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-27
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    the onboard LEDs. Take caution when changing the settings of the LED Control menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. All LED Control [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LEDs control. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS
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    ], VCCIO voltage [VCCIO], and CPU PLL [CPU PLL]. Configuration options: [CPU] [VCCSA] [VCCIO] [CPU PLL] PCH LED Selection [CPU] Allows you to switch the onboard PCH LED display between PCH voltage [PCH], and PCH PLL [PCH PLL]. Configuration options: [PCH] [PCH PLL] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-29
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    automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Temperature Monitor CPU Temperature; MB Temperature; OPT1/2/3 Temperature[xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, motherboard, and the assigned devices temperatures. Select
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    Control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] Allows you to set the low speed limit of the CPU fan and the system sends warning message when the fan speed drops below the set value. Configuration options: [Ignored] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-31
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    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. The values range from 20ºC to 75ºC. CPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) 200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    appear only when you set Chassis Fan Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 40ºC to 90ºC. Temp item. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Duty Mode] [User Mode] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-33
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    rotates at full speed. This item appears when the OPTFAN1/2/3 Control item is set to [User Mode]. Configuration options: [60˚C] [70˚C] [80˚C] [90˚C] 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    had set the add-on device to do so. Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] [Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-35
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    following: - Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items 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
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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. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-37
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    Offset Voltage; DRAM Voltage; VCCSA Voltage; VCCIO Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; PCH Voltage; PCH PLL 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
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    3.8.4 BIOS FlashBack BIOS Boot Selection [1] Use the numeric key to change the BIOS ROM for booting. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 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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    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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    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). Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support
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    that you want to download. Click Next. 4. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during picture resolution if needed and click Next to continue. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-43
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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 3-45
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    or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS 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
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    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 ). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-47
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    backup is done, press any key to return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: Maximus IV Extreme 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
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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 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 4-17 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-26 ASUS Maximus IV Extreme
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    Service Pack 2 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 4.2 Support DVD information The support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard
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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 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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    performance 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 4-5
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    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, CPU
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    tab. 2. Click the ON button to activate CPU Ratio. 3. You will requested to restart the system. Click Yes to make the change take effect. CPU Ratio Click to restore all start-up settings ASUS Maximus IV Extreme Click to activate the CPU Ratio Applies all changes immediately Undoes all changes
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    bar • Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two
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    through 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 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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    like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, 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 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 Suite II CPU fan profile under certain limitations. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com
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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 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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    connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience. Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. settings window Analog and digital connector status Information button ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-15
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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. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software
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    benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-17
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    4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For 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 following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.0.0.1032 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-19
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    array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press . The available stripe size values range from 4KB to 128KB. The following are typical values: RAID for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. When the Capacity item is selected, enter the RAID 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 4-21
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    onboard Marvell SATA 6.0 Gb/s controller allows you to create a RAID 0 or RAID 1 array using two SATA hard disk drives. Refer to Chapter 2 of your motherboard user manual the drive status. Marvell BIOS Setup (c) 2009 Marvell Technology Unconfigured Size 152626MB Feature Support : MCQ 3G 48Bits
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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 4-23
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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 4-24 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 4-25
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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 4-27
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    disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS disk containing the RAID driver. Refer to the steps below: 1. the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. 2. Right-click My Computer . 5. Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup.oem.
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    = "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 4-29
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    4-30 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Multiple 5GPU This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards. technology support
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    Chapter summary 5 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-5 ROG Maximus IV Extreme
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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 5-1
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    only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is firmly in place. CrossFireX bridge 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from
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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.com to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ROG Maximus IV Extreme 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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    motherboard supports card driver supports the NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from certified graphics card and supported 3D application list. graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual
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    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 graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA
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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 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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    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 conform with the essential requirements of the
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Motherboard
Maximus IV
Extreme