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    Motherboard Maximus II Formula
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    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" WITHOUT WARRANTY
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    this guide x Maximus II Formula specifications summary xii 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 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS
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    and LCD Poster 2-38 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-39 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-40 2.10.1 Using the OS shut down function 2-40 2.10.2 Using the dual function power switch 2-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ
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    30 3.5.6 LCD Poster and Support 3-33 3.6.5 APM Configuration 3-34 3.6.6 Hardware Monitor 3-35 3.7 Boot menu 3-38 3.7.1 Boot Device Priority 3-38 3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration 3-39 3.7.3 BIOS Boot Priority 3-40 3.7.4 Security 3-41 3.8 Tools menu 3-43 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-43 3.8.2 ASUS
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    MyLogo3 4-9 4.3.2 AI NET 2 4-11 4.3.3 Sound Blaster X-Fi audio utility 4-12 4.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II 4-16 4.3.5 ASUS EPU-Six Engine 4-22 4.3.6 ASUS AI Suite 4-26 4.3.7 ASUS AI Nap 4-28 4.3.8 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-29 4.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 4-31 4.3.10 CPU Level Up 4-32 4.3.11 ROG Speeding HDD 4-33
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    Contents A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 Using the Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 A.4 Debug code table A-4 vii
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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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    supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. 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, make sure all cables
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    describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports as well as the debug code table for the LCD Poster. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides
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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 II Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dualcore / Celeron® processors Intel® EM64T / EIST /
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    Maximus II Formula specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking features ROG Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one onboard; one at rear panel) 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports onboard; 6 ports at rear panel) Extreme Engine - 16-phase power design for CPU -
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    Audio Card LCD Poster ASUS Optional Fan 3 in 1 ASUS Q-connector kit UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable Floppy disk drive cable Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables 2-port USB2.0 + IEEE 1394a module Q-Shield Cable ties User's manual Support DVD: Drivers and applications ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS
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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 ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    S�up�r�em�e�F�X�X�-F�i�A�ud�i�o �C�ar�d LCD Poster ASUS Optional Fan 3-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Q-Shield Cable ties Application DVD ASUS motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ASUS Maximus II Formula 1-1
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    elite club, make your presence felt, in the Republic of Gamers. Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo processors in the LGA775 package. It is excellent for multi-tasking, multi-media and
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    Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial audio streams to different destinations. You can now talk to your partners on the headphones while playing multi-channel network games. See pages 2-21 for details. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    and the motherboard will do the rest for you. See the new CPU speed and enjoy the performance instantly! Overclocking is never as easy as this. See pages 3-12 and 4-32 for details. Extreme Engine Extreme Engine is the power design for OC-critical components which includes CPU, northbridge and memory
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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. Voltiminder LED In the persuit of extreme ASUS Maximus II Formula 1-5
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    Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in Windows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. See page 4-31 for details. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to open the system chassis to clear CMOS data
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    motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and , simply click the mouse or press a key. See page 4-28 for details. ASUS Maximus II Formula 1-7
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    Magnetic Interference (EMI). See page 2-38 for details. ASUS O.C. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and
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    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information
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    Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-16 2.6 Jumpers 2-19 2.7....C.o.n.n.e.c.to.r.s 2-21 2.8 Installing accessories 2-36 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-39 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-40 ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    in BIOS. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the CPU LED and the table below for LED definition. CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage Normal (green) 0.85000-1.50000 1.50000-1.61925 High (yellow) 1.50625-1.69375 1.63250-1.81800 Crazy (red) 1.70000- 1.83125- ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-1
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    Refer to the illustration below for the location of the memory LED and the table below for LED definition. DRAM Voltage or the Sputh Bridge 1.5V Voltage. You can select the voltage to display in BIOS. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the northbridge/southbridge LEDs and the
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    LED flashes three times to indicate that the system is ready to boot. Wait till the flash stops before you press the power-on switch. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-3
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2.2.2 SupremeFX-Fi audio card layout X-Fi SUPREMEFX Listen with Absolutely HD Refer to pages 2-21 and 2-30 for details about the audio jacks and connectors on this card. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    ) 3. LGA775 CPU Socket 4. 10-1 pin IE1394_2) 18. ROG connector (2-pin ROG) Page 2-28 2-31 2-8 2-13 2-29 2-23 2-24 2-25 2-26 2-19 2-33 2-27 2-20 2-35 2-35 2-29 2-27 2-32 Refer to 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    in the image below. 2.2.5 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-7
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    2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards (4A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to remove (4B). PnP cap Load plate 4B 4A 3 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    key into the CPU notch. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! CPU notch Alignment key paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-9
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    tab. B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    holes on the motherboard. B 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. A B A A B B A 1 1 Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-11
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    errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard. 2. Rotate each fastener B counterclockwise. 3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in
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    2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR2 module has the same physical dimensions as : Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-13
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    Address Extension (PAE). • If you install Windows® XP/Vista 32-bit operation system, a total memory of less than 3GB is recommended. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips. • Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to 16 GB on the operating
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    components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM 1. Unlock a DDR2 Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). 3. BIOS setup. 2. Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables on the next page. 3. Install the software drivers for the expansion card. When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support
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    - USB 2.0 controller 1 - - - - - - - shared USB 2.0 controller 2 - - shared - - - - - SATA controller 1 - - shared - - - - - SATA controller 2 - - - shared - - - - Audio Azalia - - - - - - shared - IEEE 1394 shared - - - - - - ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-17
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    below for the location of the slots. • Install the audio card prior to other compatible cards to the black PCIe x1 slot. • Install a PCIe x1 device to a PCIe x1 slot prior to a PCIe x16 slot. 2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports two ATI CrossFire™ PCI Express x16 graphics cards that
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    automatically reset CPU parameter settings to default values. If the system hangs due to overclocking of memory timing or chipset voltage and the power button fails to function, pressing down the clr CMOS switch will shut down the system and clear CMOS simultaneously. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-19
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    flash setting (6-pin BIOS_FLASHBACK) Two sets of BIOS Flash ROM (BIOS 1 and BIOS 2) are present on this motherboard. This jumper allows you to select either BIOS as the one to boot, or back up or restore BIOS content from one ROM to the other. Moving the jumper cap to pins 1-2 (default) allows you
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    LAN port LED indications. 3. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 4. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. This connection ACTIVITY/ SPEED LINK LED LED LAN port * Blinking ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-21
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    audio configuration. 10. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration. Refer to the audio are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 16. Clear CMOS switch. Press the clear CMOS switch to clear setup information when the system hangs due to
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    the back of the floppy disk drive. Pin 5 on the connector is removed to prevent incorrect cable connection when using a FDD cable with a covered Pin 5. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-23
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    cable. There are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your device. Single device Two devices Drive jumper setting Cable-Select or Master
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    Intel® RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 with huge graphics cards. right angle side ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-25
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    hard drives to the SPEEDING HDD 1 and SPEEDING HDD 2 connectors. 3. ��C�o��n�n�e�c�t�p��o�w�e�r��s�u�p�p�l�y�t�o��th��e�h�a��rd� drives. • The SPEEDING HDD1/2 connectors do not support ATAPI devices or hotplug function. • Back up your data stored in the two SATA hard drives before using Speeding HDD
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    the back of the system chassis. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the 1394 connector onboard. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-27
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    the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1-3, and OPT_FAN1-3 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we
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    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. Refer to page 3-36 for details caps only when you intend to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-29
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    audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio
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    system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-31
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    12. ROG connector (2-pin ROG) This connector is for the box labeled as Republic of Gamers on the heatpipe assembly. Connect the cable of the box to this connector, and the box lights up when the system is on. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    supports beeps 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 II Formula
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    a few steps. Refer to the instructions below to install the ASUS QConnector. 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front
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    performance. 1. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. Reset switch Press the reset switch to reboot the system. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-35
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    cooler or a water cooler. Installing the optional fan with an active CPU cooler will interfere with the airflow and destabilize the system. 1. Position the fan installed on the motherboard. • Plug the optional fan cable to the CHA_FAN3 or OPT_FAN1/3 connector on the motherboard. • Make sure the
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    1. Take out the audio card from the package. 2. Locate the audio slot on the motherboard. 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card sits on the slot completely. 4. The photo below shows the audio card installed on the motherboard. ASUS Maximus II Formula 2-37
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    it in place from inside. it to the chassis. Make sure that the motherboard external ports fit the shield openings. 3. Thread the LCD Poster cable through the opening until its stopper snaps into place. 4. Plug the LCD Poster cable into the onboard connector labeled LCD_CON. 5. Place the
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    ) No memory detected One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    shut down the computer. 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 2.10.2 Using the dual function power switch While the system is ON, 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.
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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 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-8 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-11 3.4 Main menu 3-20 3.5 Advanced menu 3-25 3.6 Power menu 3-33 3.7 Boot menu 3-38 3.8 Tools menu 3-43 3.9 Exit menu 3-46 ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    Internet Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS
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    . The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. P5QWS.ROM P5QWS ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-3
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    To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Save the BIOS file 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.25 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25P/X16 Current ROM BOARD: Maximus-II Formula VER: 0114 DATE: 05/09/2008 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown
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    to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-5
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    You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt. 2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable floppy disk verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iFormula.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB))
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    the updating process. • Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    program This motherboard supports two programmable firmware chips that you can update using the provided utility described in section 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run Setup." This
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    menu screen Menu items Menu bar Extreme Tweaker Main Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot General help Tools Exit System Time [10:55:25] System Date [Thu 05/06/2008] Legacy Diskette A navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-9
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    SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 SATA 5 SATA 6 SATA Configuration System Information [06:22:54] [Thur 10/04/2007] [1.44M, 3.5 in] [English] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [Not Detected] [ is a brief description of the selected item. Pop-up window Scroll bar 3-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    Line Calibration [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] CPU Configuration CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] PCIE Spread spectrum [Auto] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-11
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    . Select either one of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto CPU Level Up Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Loads the standard settings for the system. Allows you to select a CPU level, and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically. OC
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    . The configuration options may vary depending on the CPU level you select. DRAM Command Rate [Auto] [Auto] [Manual] The following items become configurable when you set DRAM Timing Control to [Manual]. 1st Information DRAM Clocks]�-�[1�8��D�R��A�M��C��lo�c�k�s�] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-13
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    ] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] [2 DRAM Clocks] [3 DRAM Clocks] ALL PRE to ACT Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks]-[15 DRAM Clocks] 3-14 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    Allows you to configure the DRAM performance. Setting this item to [Light] enhances the DRAM compatibility. Setting this item to [Strong] enhances the DRAM performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [ when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [CPU Level Up] or [Manual]. ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-15
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    . Setting a high FSB termination voltage may damage the chipset and CPU. DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to select the DRAM voltage. corresponds to the onboard memory LED color, both of which indicate voltage condition. Refer to page 2-2 for memory LED definition. The values Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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    DDR Reference [Auto] Allows you to set the northbridge memory reference voltage, or you can set to [Auto] CPU Load-Line mode. Set to [Disabled] to follow Intel specifications, or to [Enabled] to improve CPU VDroop directly. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Configure advanced CPU settings Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU E6750 @ 2.66GHz Frequency :2.66GHz FSB Speed :1332 MHz Cache
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    set the CPU Ratio Control item to [Auto]. Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech [Enabled] When set to [Disabled], the CPU runs at its default speed. When set to [Enabled], the CPU speed is overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-19
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    menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them. Extreme Tweaker Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time [10:55:25] System Date [Thu 05/06/2008] Legacy Diskette A [1.44M, 3.5 in] Use [ENTER], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select
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    BIOS supports multi-sector transfer feature. When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one sector at a time. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] PIO Mode [Auto] Selects the PIO mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [0] [1] [2] [3] [4] ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    AHCI allows the onboard 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. If you want to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology
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    : [0] [5] [10] [15] [ 10] [15] [20] [25] [30] [35] AHCI Port1-6 [XXX] Displays the auto-detected SATA devices. Main AHCI Port1 Device :Not Detected BIOS SETUP UTILITY SATA Port1 [Auto] SMART Monitoring [Enabled] Select the type of devices connected to the system. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    05/09/08 Processor Type Speed Count : Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU E6750 @ 2.66GHz : 2666MHz : 2 System Memory Usable Size : 2048MB Select Screen Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008, American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS BIOS Displays the auto-detected
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    the CPU and other system devices. Extreme Tweaker Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit AI NET 2 Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP LCD Poster the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-25
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    press to display the sub-menu. Advanced Chipset Settings BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced WARMING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced North Bridge Chipset Configuration Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] PCI MMIO Allocation: 4GB to 3328MB Memory
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    legacy AC'97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] PCIE GigaBit LAN 1/2 [Enabled] HDD1 and SPEEDING HDD2 ports. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-27
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    when you set Speeding HDD Mode Update to [Mode change]. Update To Super Speed [Press Enter] HDD2 ports, and then press the key. Update To EZ Backup [Press Enter] Allows you to use 4.3.11 ROG Speeding HDD for more information. Update To Normal Mode [Press Enter] In this mode, both SPEEDING
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    None USB Functions USB 2.0 Controller USB 2.0 Controller Mode BIOS EHCI Hand-off Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] [HiSpeed] [Enabled] [Auto] USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-29
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    Poster and LED Control BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced ROG Logo LCD Poster Backlight LCD Poster Mode HWM Select Mode [Enabled] [Turn Off] [HWM Information] [All Voltage] Voltiminder LED CPU LED Selection NB LED Selection SB LED Selection [Enabled] [Vcore] [NB] [SB 1.1] ROG LED
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    which hardware information to display on the LCD Poster. Configuration options: [All Voltage] CPU LED Selection [Vcore] Allows you to switch the onboard CPU LED display between CPU voltage [Vcore] and CPU PLL voltage [CPU PLL]. Configuration options: [Vcore] [CPU 1.5] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-31
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    3.5.7 Other Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced iROG Version BB Version:56 iROG_1 Version:14 iROG_2 Version:10 iROG CrashBIOS Rule [Traditional] iROG Timer Keeper [Last State] Current Operation time: Total Operation time: 4 Hour. 40 Minute, iROG CrashBIOS Rule iROG CrashBIOS
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    enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-33
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    3.6.5 APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power APM Configuration Restore on AC Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] Energy Star 4.0C Support to select whether or not to restart the system after AC power loss. Select Screen Select
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    [Space Bar] [Ctrl-Esc] [Power Key] Energy Star 4.0c Support [Disabled] Setting this item to [Enabled] to pass Energy Star Disabled] 3.6.6 Hardware Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Hardware Monitor displays the CPU, northbridge, southbridge, motherboard, power, ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-35
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    ASUS Q-Fan. When set to [Standard], the CPU fan automatically adjusts depending on the CPU temperature. Set this item to [Silent] to minimize fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation, or [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. Configuration options: [Standard] [Silent] [Turbo] 3-36 Chapter 4: BIOS
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    Chassis Q-Fan Control. Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS Q-Fan. When set to [Standard], the chassis fan automatically adjusts depending on to [Q-Fan Mode]. Configuration options: [60˚C] [70˚C] [80˚C] 90˚C] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-37
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    3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY �M�a�i�n A�d�v�a�n��c�e�d P�o�w�e�r� Boot Tools Exit Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration
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    ) while booting to decrease the time needed to boot the system. When set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST items. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] This to run Setup" during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-39
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    you move the BIOS_FLASHBACK jumper cap to pins 1-2: BIOS MENU. • Refer to 2. BIOS flash setting (6-pin BIOS_FLASHBACK) in 2.6 Jumpers for further information. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Now BIOS status : BIOS1 BIOS Boot Selection : BIOS Menu Forced BIOS Boot from BIOS1 BIOS2 BIOS1 Select Screen
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    select the Change Supervisor Password then press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-41
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    After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password :Not Installed :Not Installed to change password. again to disabled password. Change
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    2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.25 FLASH TYPE: WINBOND W25P/X16 Current ROM BOARD: Maximus-II Formula VER: 0114 DATE: 05/09/2008 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit ASUS
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    Profile Utility V1.25 Current CMOS BOARD: Maximus-II Formula VER: 0086 DATE: 05/06/08 PATH: A:\ A: Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC] Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move • This function can support devices such as USB flash
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    enters the soft-off state and the onboard BIOS LED will blink to indicate that the update is proceeding. 3. When the update is complete, the system will restart automatically. Refer to 2. BIOS flash setting (6-pin BIOS_FLASHBACK) in 2.6 Jumpers for further information. ASUS Maximus II Formula 3-45
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    the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. An onboard backup battery sustains the CMOS RAM so it stays on even when the PC is turned off. When you select this option, a confirmation window appears. Select YES to save changes and exit. If you attempt to exit
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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 4-9 4.4 RAID configurations 4-40 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-49 ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    . Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-1
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    activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Drivers Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. Intel Chipset Inf Update Program Installs the Intel® chipset inf update program. SoundMAX ADI Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX® ADI2000B audio driver and application. Marvell
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    update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems
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    ASUS AI Suite. ASUS AI Direct Link Installs the ASUS Format (PDF). Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. The Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for updates. Anti-Virus Utility The anti-virus Audio DVD, CD and data disc creation. 4-4 Chapter 5: Software support
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    items to create the Intel ICH10R or Marvell® 61xx driver disk. Intel ICH10R 32/64 bit RAID/AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH10R 32/64bit RAID/AHCI driver disk. Marvell 61xx 32/64bit SATA Driver Allows you to create a Marvell® 61xx 32/64bit SATA driver disk. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-5
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    (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 4.2.6 Video menu Click the Video tab to display a list of video clips. Click the video titles to watch ROG gamers' outstanding performances with ROG motherboards. 4-6 Chapter 5: Software support
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    information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-7
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    Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. Technical support form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text
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    Select Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click Next. The ASUS MyLogo window appears. 6. From the left window pane, select the folder that contains the image you intend to use as your boot logo. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    the right window pane, select an image to enlarge by clicking on it. 8. Adjust the boot image to your desired size by selecting a value on the Ratio box. 9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the
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    the Virtual Cable Tester™ main window is disabled if no problem is detected on the LAN cable(s) connected to the LAN port(s). • If you want the system to check the status of the LAN cable before entering the OS, enable the item Post Check LAN Cable in the BIOS Setup. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-11
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    appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab and click SoundMAX ADI Audio Driver. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. 4. Click the support DVD Utilities tab and click Sound Blaster X-Fi. 5. ���F�o��ll�o�w��t�h�e��s�c�r�e�e�n��i�n�s�t�ru
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    Main Panel The Main Panel displays all the features and functions your SupremeFX X-Fi audio card supports. Click each icon to configure the following settings (from left to right): Speakers and Headphone, test speaker sound in turn Click to test speaker noise in turn ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-13
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    Virtual effects Click to select an upmix mode (appears when using 4/4.1/5.1/7.1 Speakers) Drag to adjust effects X-Fi Crystalizer Panel Enable X-Fi Crystalizer to obtain more audio dynamics. Click to enable X-Fi Crystalizer Drag to adjust effects 4-14 Chapter 5: Software
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    Mixer Panel This panel allows you to select a recording device and adjust recording/playback devices volume. Drag to adjust volume Click to select a recording device ASUS Maximus II Formula Click to adjust volume Click to mute volume 4-15
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    3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching PC Probe II You can launch the PC Probe II right after installation or anytime from the Windows® desktop. To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx
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    sensor also turns red. Refer to the Monitor panels section for details. Preferences You can customize the application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-17
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    the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor panels come in two display the or buttons. You can also adjust the threshold values using the Config window. You cannot adjust the sensor threshold values in a small monitoring panel.
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    Large display WMI browser Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. This browser displays various Windows® management information. Click an item from the left sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-19
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    the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line graph representation. If the CPU The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available HDD 4-20 Chapter 5: Software
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    memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available physical memory. Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-21
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    Engine on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab and then click ASUS EPU-Six Engine. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching Six Engine
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    Six Engine main menu Displays CPU Power and Total CPU Energy Saving Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected. Lights up when Renew button . *• Click Total to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you launched Six Engine. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-23
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    drives when they are not accessed after a certain time. • CPU Loadline: Sets up the CPU loadline to manage CPU power saving. • Light: Saves CPU power to the minimum level. • Medium: Saves CPU power to the medium level. • Heavy: Saves CPU power to the highest level. 4-24 Chapter 4: Software support
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    options CPU Frequency vCore Voltage Downgrade Chipset Voltage Downgrade Turn Off hard disks CPU Loadline Bios Setting/Slow Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours Light/Medium/ Heavy Keep Bios Setting/Quiet Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    AI Suite on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. Launching AI Suite You can
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    window to open the monitor window. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    a more quiet system operation. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking the AI Suite icon on the Windows OS taskbar and click the AI Nap button on the AI Suite main window. Click Yes on the confirmation screen. To exit AI Nap mode
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    . Click to open the Calibration wiondow Dropdown list button Click to display the dropdown list and select a fan profile mode Click to display the current CPU temperature and the fan speed ratio Click to save the setup Click to cancel the Fan Xpert utility ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-29
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    Fan Xpert function. • Standard: This mode makes the the CPU fan speed with the ambient temperature. • Stable: This mode keeps the CPU fan at CPU fan profile under certain limitation. For Chassis Fan, only Disable/Standard/Silent/Turbo modes could be selected. Click to close the Calibration window
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    icon on the Windows® OS taskbar and click the AI Booster button on the AI Suite main window. The options on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-31
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    on the AI Suite main window. The options on the taskbar allow you to select the CPU level and adjust CPU frequency/ratio. You can also create an overclocking profile. The items you are allowed to adjust in the may vary, depending on your motherboard features. 4-32 Chapter 4: Software support
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    that you have installed the Marvell 61xx driver to the system. • When the Speeding HDD mode in BIOS setup is configured as EZ Backup or Super Speed, ensure that you install two hard disks to the SPEEDING1/2 connectors. Otherwise, the HDD LED on the front panel flashes. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-33
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    all original data in the hard disk connected to the SPEEDING HDD2 connector on the motherboard. Back up the data in this hard disk before using this setup. To start . 5. The Speeding HDD icon on the Windows® notification area turns green to indicate that EZ Backup is set up successfully.
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    disks will be erased. Click Ok to continue. 4. The setup is completed. 5. The Speeding HDD icon on the Windows® notification area turns green to indicate that Super Speed is set up successfully. If one hard disk is corrupt, all data in both hard disks will be lost. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-35
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    in Normal Mode, connect the hard disk to the SPEEDING HDD1 connector on the motherboard. To change to Normal Mode: 1. Click Mode Change to return to the main blue Speeding Normal Mode 4. The Speeding HDD icon on the Windows® notification area turns gray to indicate that the Speeding HDD function
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    partition volumes: 1. Right-click My Computer on the Windows® desktop, and then select Manage from the pop-up window. 2. Select Disk Management. Right-click the unallocated Wizard screen appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the volume partition. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-37
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    the Event Log list Click to open the Setup Password window Click to open the Firmware Update window Click to open the Help menu Click to hide the setup window Click to return to the previous page Schedule Drive Verify the date and time for the setup schedule. 4-38 Chapter 5: Software support
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    . Key in the user name (admin), current password and new password. Click Ok to save the new settings. Firmware Update Allows you to update the firmware. Click Browse to locate the firmware file that you want to update. Then click Download to start the update process. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-39
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    Intel® Matrix Storage. The Intel® Matrix Storage technology supported by the ICH10R chip allows you to create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 drive included in a created RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the
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    the configuration options. 4. Select [RAID] from the Configure SATA as item options, then press . 5. Save your changes, then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to the system or the motherboard user guide for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-41
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    10 (RAID 0+1), and RAID 5 set(s) from Serial ATA hard disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. To enter the Intel the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may
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    and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-43
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    lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press . The default menu, or to go back to the Create Volume menu. 4-44 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU return to main menu or to go back to Create Volume menu. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-45
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    10 set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel 10 set and press . size for the RAID 10 array, and then for audio and video
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    and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH10R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU down arrow key to select RAID 5(Parity), and then press . ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-47
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    lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and then press . The menu or to go back to the Create Volume menu. 4-48 Chapter 4: Software support
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    ICH10R RAID driver disk. 4. Insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive or connect a USB flash disk if you are using Windows Vista OS. 5. Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection. ASUS Maximus II Formula 4-49
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    adapter to install, make sure you select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH10R). 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. To install the RAID driver in Windows® Vista: 1. Insert the floppy disk/USB device with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive/USB port
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    The Appendix describes the CPU features Appendix: CPU featAures and technologies that the motherboard supports as well as the debug code table for the LCD Poster.
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    Chapter summary A A.1 Intel® EM64T A-1 A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST A-1 A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 A.4 Debug Code Table A-4 ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    requirements Before using EIST, check your system if it meets the following requirements: • Intel® processor with EIST support • BIOS file with EIST support • Operating system with EIST support (Windows® Vista, Windows® XP SP2/ Linux 2.6 kernel or later versions). ASUS Maximus II Formula A-1
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    the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup. 2. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration, then press . 3. Set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep (tm) Tech. 10. Close the Display Properties window. After you adjust the power scheme, the CPU internal frequency slightly decreases when the CPU
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    . 2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is set to [Enabled]. The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper­‑Threading Technology. 3. Restart the computer. ASUS Maximus II Formula A-3
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    RESET KB Description CPU Initiation Test CMOS R/W functionality. Early chipset initialization: -Disable shadow RAM -Disable L2 cache -Program basic chipset registers Detect memory -Auto-detection of DRAM size, type and ECC. -Auto-detection of L2 cache Expand compressed BIOS code to DRAM Call
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    CMOS error Mouse error HDD smart function error Hard monitor error AI NET error Case open Clear EPA or customization logo. 1. Call chipset power management hook. 2. Recover the text fond used by EPA logo (not for full screen logo) 3. If password is set, ask for password. ASUS Maximus II Formula
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    ACPI table at top of memory. 5. Invoke ISA adapter ROMs 6. Assign IRQs to PCI devices 7. Initialize APM 8. Clear noise of IRQs. Initialize device option ROMs. 1. Program daylight saving 2. Update keyboard LED & typematic rate 1. Build MP table 2. Build & update ESCD 3. Set CMOS century to 20h or 19h
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