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    Motherboard Maximus IV GENE-Z
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    INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS
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    this guide xiii Maximus IV GENE-Z specifications summary xv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS
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    I/O Connector 2-46 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-47 2.3.10 Rear panel connection 2-48 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections 2-49 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-52 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-53 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 Advanced Mode
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    10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-45 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
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    RAID item in BIOS 4-25 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility..... 4-26 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-32 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-32 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-32 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS
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    found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
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    installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 CE Marking CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the
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    Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case
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    of the device. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to ) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. The user is cautioned that this device should be used only as specified within this manual to meet RF
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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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    Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect
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    guide This user guide contains the information you 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
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    the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    Maximus IV GENE-Z specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN LGA1155 socket for 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/ ��C�o�r�e�™��i�5�/C��o�re i3��P�r�o�c�e�s�s�o�r�s Supports 32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 *The Intel® Turbo Boost
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    Maximus IV GENE-Z specifications summary High Definition Audio USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features SupremeFX X-Fi 2 built-in 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - EAX® Advanced™ HD 5.0 - THX® TruStudio PRO™ - X-Fi® Xtreme Fidelity™ - Creative ALchemy - Supports Blu-ray
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    PME, PXE 64Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS Support DVD: - Drivers and applications ASUS AI Suite II ROG CPU-Z ROG GameFirst Utility Sound Blaster X-Fi MB2 Utility ROG Mem TweakIt Utility ASUS AI Charger+ DAEMON Tools Pro Standard Kaspersky
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    xviii
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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 GENE-Z
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    1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check
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    club, make your presence felt, in the Republic of Gamers. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the the world. Intel® Z68 Express Chipset The Intel® Z68 Express Chipset is a single-chipset design to support socket 1155 Intel® second generation
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    Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses an installed important part of Green ASUS eco 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 GENE
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    BIOS Print One click, easily share your BIOS settings ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to handle the demands of an overclocking experience. Maximus IV GENE-Z features ROG BIOS . Now you'll be able to push your spanking new Intel CPU to the limit, hitting benchmark scores that others only
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    support for the CPU is critical during overclocking. The Loadline Calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under heavy loading. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1.3.3 ROG definition adventures in audio. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 1-5
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    PC The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously code-named Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio Upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with ROG's CPU Level Up! Simply pick the processor you wanted to OC to, and the motherboard will do the rest! See the new
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    ! The LAN solution from Intel has been long known to have a better throughput, lower CPU utilization as well as better stability. With the Intel Gigabit LAN solutions onboard, the ultimate network experience can therefore be delivered to its users like never before. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 1-7
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    music, video and photo collection on a PC, notebook or netbook. ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. Processor The ultimate O.C. processor satisfies every SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of Storage! Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to
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    designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual ""fingers"" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). EZ Flash2 Simply update BIOS from
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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 2-36 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-53 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-54 ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z
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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 GENE-Z 2-1
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    /Switches/Slots 1. ROG Connect switch 2. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. LGA1155 CPU Socket 4. CPU, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3, 4-pin CPU_OPT) 5. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. GO button 7. USB 3.0 connector (USB3_34) 8. Intel® Z68 Serial ATA
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    , or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the
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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 GENE-Z 2-5
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    sockets. • You may install 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 CPU. • Always install when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the
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    KHX2333C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - - Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.65 • • Maximus IV GENE-Z Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3�-2�2��5�0��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�l�i�ty� Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No
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    socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Maximus IV GENE-Z 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. DIMM socket support 20
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    28 9 9-9-9 10-10-10 9-9-9 9-9-9 8-8-8-24 9-9-9-24 Voltage 1.65 1.5 1.65 1.65 1.5 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-9
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    socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • Maximus IV GENE-Z Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3��-�1��6��0�0��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�l�i�ty� Vendors Part 20 1.65 • • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • • 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • • 7-8-7-20
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    20 1.7 7-7-7-20 1.7 8-8-8-24 1.65 8-9-8-24 1.65 8-8-8-24 1.65 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Maximus IV GENE-Z Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3��-�1��3��3�3��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�l�i�ty� Vendors Part
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    TS256MLK64V3N (574206) 2GB SS Micron D9LGK 9 - Transcend TS512MLK64V3N (574831) 4GB DS Micron D9LGK 9 - ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS Samsung K4B1G0846F - - (DDR3-1333MHz continued on next page) ASUS Maximus IV GENE
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    - - • • • BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP) 3GB (3 x 1GB) SS - - 7-7-7-20 - • • • BUFFALO D3U1333-2G 2GB DS Elpida J1108BFBG-DJ-F - • • • BUFFALO - • • • Patriot PGS34G1333LLKA 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.7 • • • Patriot PVS34G1333ELK 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24
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    -channel memory configuration. 4 DIMMs: Support 4 modules inserted into both the red and gray slots as two pairs of dual-channel memory configuration. • When installing total memory of 4GB capacity or more may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-15
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    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 x8_2 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x4_1 slot • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIE_X16/X8_1 slot for a PCI Express x16
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    - Intel 82579 - - - PCIEx4 - shared - D E F G H - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - shared - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - shared - - - - - - - - ASUS Maximus IV GENE
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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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    3. GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! or press it to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. ROG Connect switch Move the slide switch to ON before you use the ROG Connect function. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-19
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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. 2. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that MemOK! is enabled before POST. Lighting: Indicates that the system loads
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    devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user- in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-21
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    09 PCH initialization after microcode loading 0A OEM initialization after microcode loading 0B Cache initialization 0C - 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
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    S3 Resume Failed E9 S3 Resume PPI not Found EA S3 Resume Boot Script Error EB S3 OS Wake Error EC - EF Reserved for future AMI error codes F0 Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) F1 Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-23
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    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 69 System Agent
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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 GENE-Z 2-25
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    found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available *ASL Status Codes Status Code Description 01 System is entering S1 sleep state
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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 GENE-Z 2-27
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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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    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 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 GENE-Z 2-29
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    1394 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. The 1394 + USB 2.0 cable is
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    pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS Maximus IV GENE
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    place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • 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
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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 GENE-Z 2-33
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    and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • Do not forget to connect the 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot. • Use of a , 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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    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 GENE-Z 2-35
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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. 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware
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    2.3.2 CPU installation 1 A B 2 3 ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-37
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    4 5 C A B 6 2-38 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 GENE-Z 2-39
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    To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 A B B A 2-40 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 GENE-Z 2-41
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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 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    3 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-43
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    2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR OR 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.7 1 SATA device connection OR 2 OR ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-45
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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 2-46 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 GENE-Z 2-47
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    ports 1 and 2 3. LAN (RJ-45) port* 4. Optical S/PDIF Out port 5. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 6. USB 2.0 ports 3, 4,and 5 7. USB 2.0 port 6 (white), also ROG Connect port 8. Clear CMOS switch 9. External SATA ports 1 and 2 10. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 11. HDMI port 12. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to
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    limitation, USB 3.0 devices can 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 only. • We strongly recommend that I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-49
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    Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-51
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    power-on self tests or POST. While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. Refer to section 3.7 Power Menu for details. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-53
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    2-54 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 3-34 3.8 Tool menu 3-36 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 ROG Maximus IV GENE-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. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-1
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    configure the 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 Mode For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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. . To change the value of a field, select it and press to display a list of options. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-3
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    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 Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the
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    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: ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-5
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    Intel CPU default settings [All Cores mode (Adjustabale in OS)] All numbers of active cores will be set to one single Turbo ratio in OS [By number of active cores mode (Unadjustable in OS)] All numbers of active cores can be set to an individual Turbo ratio in BIOS. 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    . [Manual] The input value is the optimal iGPU frequency. �T�h�e��v�a�l�u�e�s��r�a�n�g�e� from 1100Mhz to 3000Mhz with a 50Mhz interval. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Maximus IV GENE
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    installed VGA cards and memory. The field shows N/A if there's no device installed on that slot. 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 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep
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    10V] [10.5V] VCore Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher item. [Manual] Allows you to manually set the frequency with a 10KHz interval. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-9
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    Manual Adjustment] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Proceeds the full phase mode. Adjust the phase number line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects iGPU voltage. The iGPU working voltage 3: BIOS setup
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    from being overheated. Set this item to [Enabled] to choose a higher voltage to overclock, but doing so might decrease CPU life. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-11
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    to set the Offset voltage. CPU Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs BIOS setup
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    range from 0.80825V to 1.70925V with a 0.01325V interval. • The values of the CPU Manual Voltage, iGPU Offset Voltage, DRAM Voltage, VCCSA/IO Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage, and PCH ] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. ROG Maximus IV GENE-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 of , 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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    see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-15
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    password. After you clear the password, the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. User Password If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing 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. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 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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    speed. The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] 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. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-19
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    ] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to Configuration Initial Graphic Adapter [PCIE] Allows you to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PCIE] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PCIE] Render Standby [Enabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] iGPU Multi-Monitor [ disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-21
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    Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on
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    disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the hot plug support of the SATA ports. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Maximus IV GENE
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    If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices
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    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. SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Set the SPDIF OUT mode to SPDIF. [HDMI] Set the SPDIF OUT mode to HDMI. ROG Maximus IV GENE
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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. JMB Storage OPROM [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows
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    Ready [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Energy Using Products (EuP) Ready function. [Enabled] Allows BIOS to switch off some power at S5 state to get system ready for the EuP requirement. When requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-27
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    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 operation mode. Configuration options: [Last State] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    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] ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-29
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    temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, and motherboard. Select [Ignored] if you do not wish to display
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    (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows [N/A]. These items are not user‑configurable. Fan 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. ROG Maximus IV GENE
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    Lower Temperature [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    duty cycle. The values range from 0% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-33
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    feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the system waits for the key to be pressed when error occurs. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display
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    > when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. ROG Maximus IV GENE
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    menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility. When you press to start the application. For more details, refer to section 3.10
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    3.8.2 Asus SPD Information This item displays the SPD information. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-37
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    The O.C. Profile Configuration items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Label Allows you to input the label of the setup profiles. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Key in a profile number from one to eight, press
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    This menu allows you to set the GO Button files, and load the desired GO Button file. BCLK/PCIE Frequency; CPU Voltage; DRAM Voltage; VCCSA/IO Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; PCH Voltage; CPU Ratio; Allows to save the adjusted values for specific items as a GO Button file. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-39
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    BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit�. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode
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    to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities. Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-41
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    Internet Service Provider (ISP). Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS
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    want to download. Click Next. 4. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power‑On picture resolution if needed and click Next to continue. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 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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    that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press � to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 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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    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 on the USB flash drive
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    return to the DOS prompt. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: Maximus IV GENE-Z VER: 0208 DATE: 05/25/2011 PATH: A:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue. Note Saving BIOS: 3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 3-49
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    3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 4 Software support
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    Chapter summary 4 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.4 RAID configurations 4-24 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-32 ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z
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    the ASUS contact information. Click an icon to display DVD/ motherboard information If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-1
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    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 the manual list on the left. 2. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Doubleclick the folder of
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    monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system 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 GENE
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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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    higher VRM power consumption delivery. 3. CPU PWM Frequency Switching frequency will affect the PWM transient response and component thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-5
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    4. DIGI+ VRM Phase Control Phase number is the number of working VRM phase. Choose Extreme for heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
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    TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments in More Settings. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-7
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    without applying Applies all changes immediately CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. 1. Click More Settings, and then 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
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    . 2. Read through the warning messages and click Start to start auto-overclocking. 3. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-9
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    can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Displays the following message if
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    of fan speed to achieve a quiet and 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 Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-11
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    of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition. Launching Probe II After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD
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    temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar to zoom in/out the Y axis Click to zoom in/out the X axis ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-13
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    the status of the system voltages. Select the items that you want to monitor. Temperature The Temperature tab displays the status of the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select the items that you want to monitor. Fan Speed The Fan Speed tab displays the status of the rotations (per minute) of the
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    a date to view a certain recorded history. • If you want to delete a recorded history, click beside the date of the selected recorded history to clear it. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-15
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    USB charging faster than the standard USB devices. If your USB device supports the BC 1.1 function*, when you connect your USB device to your the standard USB devices**. • * Check your USB device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. • ** The actual charging speed may vary with your
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    you 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/. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-17
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    adjust the timing of your installed memory and increase your system your DRAM Efficiency Score on the top. 4. Click OK to leave the setup. A wrong configuration of the DRAM timings may result in an unstable system. ROG official website at http://rog. asus.com/. 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support
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    ROG Connect cable to the local PC and the remote PC. 2. Move the onboard slide switch labeled ROG_Connect to ON. 3. Double-click the RC TweakIt shortcut on the remote PC to activate the function Using RC TweakIt Use the sliders and buttons to monitor or adjust your local PC. ASUS Maximus IV GENE
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    RC Poster shows the status 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
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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. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-21
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    Audio Jack) technology for all audio ports, eliminating cable 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. If the Realtek audio software is correctly
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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. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-23
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    motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solution: • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • You must install Windows® XP Service driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. Refer to section 4.5 Creating a RAID driver for this setup. The
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    SATA as item to [RAID]. 4. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. Due to chipset limitation, when set any of SATA ports to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-25
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    to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly
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    and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.1.0.1008 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 4-27
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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. 4-28 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 GENE-Z 4-29
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    ® Smart Response Technology, set the SATA Mode BIOS item to [RAID mode] in BIOS setup. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. To install Intel® Smart Response Technology: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled
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    replacing 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 GENE-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 GENE-Z 4-33
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    install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation . To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive's Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver the RAID driver. 2. Right contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the
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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 GENE-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 GENE-Z
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    motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z
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    following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 1. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. a DVI cable to the graphics card. Goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    the ATI icon in the Windows notification area and select Cayalist Control Center. 2. The Catalyst Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multigraphics cards. Click Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 5-3
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    graphics card to act as the display GPU. 3. Select Enable CrossFireX. 1 4. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. 2 3 4 5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    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 GENE-Z 5-5
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    your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia. com). 5.2.4 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the SLI feature in NVIDIA® Control Panel
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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 GENE-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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    appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. i-Mode (output from the Sandy Bridge 2. Click the Drivers tab, then click GPU) LucidLogix® Virtu™ software. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation. d-Mode (output from the discrete GPU) ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 5-9
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    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 discrete card. d-Mode
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    5.3.2 Software configuration After you successfully installed the LucidLogix® Virtu™ from the support DVD that comes with your motherboard package, a LucidLogix® Virtu™ icon appears in the notification Remove from system tray, if you want to remove LucidLogix® Virtu™. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 5-11
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    , Quality over Performance or Performance over Quality Select the way to show the Lucid icon when you are in game. 5-12 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z Conforms to the
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