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    Motherboard Maximus II GENE
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    the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND
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    this guide x Maximus II GENE 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... 1-3 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS
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    BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.2.1 BIOS 10 3.3.2 CPU Level Up [Auto 3-10 3.3.3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 3-10 3.3.4 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto
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    33 Debug Mode [String 3-15 3.3.34 Keyboard TweakIt Control [Disabled 3-15 3.3.35 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto 3-15 3.3.36 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto 3-16 3.4 Main menu 3-17 3.4.1 System Time [xx:xx:xx 3-17 3.4.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 3-17 3.4.3 Language [English 3-17 3.4.4 SATA 1-6 3-18
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    3.8.4 AI NET 2 3-44 3.9 Exit menu 3-45 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 Drivers menu 4-2 4.2.3 Utilities menu 4-3 4.2.4 Make disk menu 4-5 4.2.5 Manual menu 4-5 4.2.6 Video menu 4-6 vi
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    the RAID item in BIOS 4-33 4.4.4 Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility......... 4-34 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-39 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 4-39 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-39 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    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 , we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS website at http://green.asus.com/english/ REACH.htm. viii
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    service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste
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    need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists
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    of 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 GENE specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core/ Celeron® dual-core /Celeron® Processors - Support Intel®
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    Maximus II GENE specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports max. 12 USB 2.0 ports (6 ports onboard, 6 ports at back I/O) Keyboard-TweakIt Power Design - 8-phase CPU powe - 2-phase DRAM power - 2-phase NB
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    En/Dis-able Clr CMOS header 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x CD audio in System panel connector Support DVD: - Drivers and applications Sound Blaster X-Fi Utility Futuremark® 3DMark® 06 Advanced Edition Kaspersky® Anti-Virus ASUS TurboV utility ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite microATX
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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 II GENE
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    1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ROG Maximus II GENE 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 the
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    gamers with 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB. The Intel® Core™ 2 series processor is one of the most powerful CPUs in the world. This motherboard also supports Intel® CPUs in the new 45nm manufacturing process.�S�e��e��p�a�g��e��2�-�9��fo��r�d�e��ta��il�s�. Intel® P45 Chipset The Intel® P45
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    motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. See page 2-27 for details. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features failsafe settings that can dramatically improve system booting success. ROG Maximus II GENE 1-3
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    voltage 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 unique features SupremeFX X-Fi features Listen
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    power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking-helping save power and money. See page 4-27 for details. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ROG Maximus II GENE 1-5
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    the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. See page 2-43 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
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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 2-6 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-9 2.4 System memory 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots 2-25 2.6 Jumper 2-29 2.7 Connectors 2-30 2.8 Starting up for the first time 2-47 2.9 Turning off the computer 2-48 ROG Maximus II GENE
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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, and/or components. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-1
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    The motherboard comes with LEDs that indicate the voltage conditions of CPU, memory, northbridge, and southbridge. You may adjust the voltages in BIOS. Voltage, and CPU PLL Voltage; you can select the voltage to display in BIOS. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the CPU LED and the
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    the SB 1.1 Voltage or the SB 1.5 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 table below Crazy (red) 1.85525-2.05400 1.61675-2.00100 1.86866-2.00116 1.82906-2.05431 ROG Maximus II GENE 2-3
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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. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch. When you turn on the ATX power supply, the Power LED flashes three settings for memory compatibility after pressing the MemOK! switch. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-5
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Switches/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2. LGA775 CPU Socket 3. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors 2.7 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-7
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    in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place eight (8) 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 2-8 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. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-9
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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, ensure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your left. 2. Press the load lever
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    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 6. Apply several drops of thermal the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-11
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    then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention 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
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    the 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. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-13
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    3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring 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.
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    DDR DIMM socket. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR2 DIMM sockets: Recommended memory configurations One DIMM: You may install one memory module in any slot as a single-channel operation. Two DIMMs (dual-channel operation): Four DIMMs (dual-channel operation): ROG Maximus II GENE 2-15
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    unbuffered, non‑ECC DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 256 megabit (Mb) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its SPD. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking
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    Bios) DS Heat-Sink 5-5-5-15 Package (800-5-5-5-15) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* 2.1 • • • Maximus II GENE Motherboard Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 2.2-2.4 • • • Heat-Sink Package 5-5-5-15 2.2-2.4 • • • GL2L128M88BA25AB 5-5-5-15 2.2-2.4 • • • ROG Maximus II GENE 2-17
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    15 2.0-2.1 • •• • •• Maximus II GENE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR Sink Package DS Heat-Sink Package DS Heat-Sink Package Timing Dimm(Bios) Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) A* B* C* 5-5-5-15 2.0-2.1 • • 800-5-5-5-15
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    Maximus II GENE Motherboard Sink Package Heat-Sink Package GL2L128M88BA25AB Timing Voltage DIMM socket Dimm(Bios) support (Optional) A* B* C* ••• 5 ••• • 1.8 • 2.1 • ••• ••• 2.0 •• 1.8 • 1.8 • 2.0 • • 1.8 ••• 1.8 • 2.0 • • 1.8 • 2.0 • ROG Maximus II GENE 2-19
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    Maximus II GENE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�2��-�8��0�0��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�li�ty� GEIL GB28GB6400C5QC GEIL GE28GB800C4QC GEIL GE28GB800C5QC Hynix HYMP112U64CP8-S6 Hynix HYMP 512U64CP8-S5 KINGMAX KLDC28F-A8KI5 KINGMAX KLDD48F-
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    Maximus II GENE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�2��-�8��0�0��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�li�ty� 15) 2048MB DS UMAX U2S24D30TP-8E 800-5-55-15 ••• ••• ••• • • •• • • ••• ••• • ••• • • • ••• ••• • • • • ••• • • • ••• ••• ••• ROG Maximus II GENE 2-21
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    Maximus II GENE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�2��-�6��6�7��M��H���z��c���a��p���a��b���i�li�ty� Vendor Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Dimm(Bios) DIMM socket support Voltage (Optional) A* B* C* Apacer 78.91G92.9K5 512MB SS APACER AM4B5708JQJS7E 5 •••
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    Maximus II GENE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR Supports four modules inserted into both the yellow and black slots as two pairs of dual‑channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. ROG Maximus II GENE
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    before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clip outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the
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    (if your motherboard is already installed drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ROG Maximus II GENE
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    Holder for PCI Steering* 6 14 Reserved 7 15 Reserved 8 3 System CMOS/Real Time Clock 9 4 IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* 10 5 IRQ Channel * These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices. IRQ assignments for this motherboard P45/MCH 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 PCIE16_1 shared - - -
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    x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 support PCI Express x16 2.0 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slots. PCI slot PCI Express 2.0 x16_2 slot PCI Express x1 slot PCI Express 2.0 x16_1 slot ROG Maximus II GENE
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    • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. See page 2-41 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. See page 2-39 for details. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware
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    BIOS can 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. ROG Maximus II GENE
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    and 4 3. LAN (RJ-45) port** 4. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 5. Clear CMOS switch 6. IEEE 1394a port 7. External SATA port 8. Optical S.PDIF Out port 9. USB 2.0 To use hot-plug, set the Controller Mode in the BIOS settings to [AHCI] mode. See section 3.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for
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    - - - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 2.7.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic ROG Maximus II GENE 2-31
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    Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ROG Maximus II GENE 2-33
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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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    before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows® XP SP1 or later version. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 3.4.5 Storage Configuration for details. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-35
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    . To enable hot-plugging, set the Controller Mode item in the BIOS setting to [AHCI], and then reboot the system. See section 3.5.3 supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS
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    chassis. Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The IEEE 1394a cable is purchased separately. 6. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-37
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    for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]; if you want to
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    may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fan connectors! If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled OPT_FAN1/2 for better thermal environment. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-39
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    want to monitor temperature. The optional fan1/2 can work with the temperature sensors for a better cooling effect. Enable OPT FAN1/2 overheat protection in BIOS if you connect thermal sensor cables to these connectors. Refer to page 3-34 for details. The thermal sensor cable is purchased separately
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    that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ROG Maximus II GENE 2-41
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    PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds
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    POWER SW RESET SW 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, ensuring the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front panel functions are now enabled. The figure shows the QConnector is properly installed on the motherboard. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-43
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    2.7.3 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. MemOK! switch Press the MemOK! switch to load failsafe settings for memory compatibility and improving system boot success. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-45
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    and LCD Poster 1. Install the I/O shield to the chassis by snapping it in place from inside. 2. Orient the motherboard and install it to the chassis. Ensure that the motherboard external ports fit the shield openings. 3. Thread the LCD Poster cable through the back I/O shield opening until the
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    systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. ROG Maximus II GENE 2-47
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    is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to 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
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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 3-6 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-9 3.4 Main menu 3-17 3.5 Advanced menu 3-23 3.6 Power menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-37 3.8 Tools menu 3-41 3.9 Exit menu 3-45 ROG Maximus II GENE
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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. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-1
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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. MAXIIGEN.ROM MAXIIGEN ROG Maximus II GENE 3-3
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    The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a DOS‑based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built in the BIOS chip BIOS file is found. When found, EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS update process and automatically reboots the system when done. • This function can support
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    requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while recovering the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ROG Maximus II GENE 3-5
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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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    Configuration fields General help BIOS SETUP UTILITY Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system to another. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-7
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    > / keys to display the other items on the screen. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode Auto] ACPI Version Features [Disabled] ACPI APIC support [EDniasbalbelde]d Enabled APM Configuration Hardware Monitor Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
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    on the CPU and memory modules you install on the motherboard. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Tuning and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-9
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    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. 3.3.4 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core
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    1/2 [Auto] Adjusting these items may help enhancing DRAM overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 350ps] [Advance Manual]. • The configuration options for some of the following items vary �d�e�p�e�n�d��in�g� on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard ] ROG Maximus II GENE 3-11
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    PRE Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks]-[15 DRAM Clocks] PRE to PRE Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks]-[3 DRAM Clocks] 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    Transaction Booster item to [Manual]. Common Performance Level [05] Set this item to a higher level for better compatibility or a lower level for better performance. Use the and keys or the numeric keypad to enter the desired value. The values range from 1 to 31. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-13
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    Line mode. [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] BIOS automatically adjust the voltage. Follows Intel specifications. Improve CPU VDroop directly. 3.3.19 values range from 100 to 180. This item appears when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual]. 3.3.21 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCore
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    your can set to [Auto] for the safe mode. Different ratio might enhance CPU overclocking ability. 3.3.32 North Bridge DDR Reference [Auto] Allows you to set the North Bridge [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] Enhances FSB overclocking ability Set to [Auto] for EMI control. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-15
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    3.3.36 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] Enhances the PCIE overclocking ability Set to [Auto] for EMI control. 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    screen items and how to navigate through them. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options Français] [Deutsch] [English] ROG Maximus II GENE 3-17
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    SATA device. Select a device item then press to display the SATA device information. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY SATA 1 Device :Hard Disk Vendor :HDT722516DLA380 Size :164.7GB LBA Mode :Supported Block Mode:16Sectors PIO Mode :4 Async DMA :MultiWord DMA-2 Ultra DMA :Ultra DMA
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    the data transfer from and to the device occurs multiple sectors at a time if the device supports multi-sector transfer feature. [Disabled] When set to [Disabled], the data transfer from and to the device occurs one amount of data. [Disabled] Disable this function. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-19
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    you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advabced 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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    -detection of SATA devices. Main SATA Port1 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Device :Not errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. [Enabled] [Disabled] Enable the SMART monitoring feature. Disable the SMART monitoring feature. ROG Maximus II GENE
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    you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY BIOS Information Version : 0218 Build Date: 03/19/09 Processor Type : Intel(R) Pentium(R) D CPU 000 @ 2.67GHz Speed : 2133MHz System Memory
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    . NOTE: If an invalid ratio is set in CMOS then actual and setpoint values may differ. NOTE: Please key in ratio numbers directly ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-23
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    ] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0). Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech. [Enabled] Allows you to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST). [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the EIST function. Disables this
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    Bridge Configuration Configure North Bridge features. North Bridge Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced North Bridge Configuration Memory Remap Feature Initiate Graphic Adapter [Enabled] as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCI/PEG] [PEG/PCI] ROG Maximus II GENE 3-25
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    Device Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Disabled] Onboard VIA 1394 [Enabled] Get your best overclocking record! "Onboard Device" is to disable all the audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [AC97] Set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to
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    mode to HiSpeed (480 Mbps). The USB 2.0 Controller Mode item appears only when you enable the USB 2.0 Controller. BIOS EHCI Hand-off [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-27
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    . If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled. [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled system to malfunction. Plug And Play O/S [No] NO: lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system. YES: lets the operating system
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    3.5.6 LCD Poster and LED Control BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced LCD Poster and LED Control LCD Poster Backlight LCD Poster Backlight( between CPU voltage [CPU], CPU PLL voltage [CPU PLL] and QPI/DRAM Core voltage [QPI/DRAM Core]. Configuration options: [CPU] [CPU PLL] ROG Maximus II GENE 3-29
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    SB LED Selection [ICH] Allows you to switch the onboard southbridge LED display. Configuration options: [ICH] [ICH PCIE] 3.5.7 iROG Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced iROG Configuration iROG ID_Number Information iROG BC_Number: A2 iROG_1 ID_Number: 17 iROG_2 ID_Number: 10 iROG Timer
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    invoke VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the system invokes VGA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume. 3.6.3 ACPI 2.0 Support [Disabled] [Disabled] When set to [Disabled], the system will not add additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-31
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    system disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). [Enabled] pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. 3.6.5 APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss Power On
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    . [Disabled] Disables the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function. [Enabled S�e�t�s�s��p�e�c�i�fi�c�k�e��y�s�o��n�t�h�e��P�S��/2��k�e��y�b�o�a�r�d��to��t�u�r�n�o��n�t�h�e��s�y�s�t�e�m��. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead�. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-33
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    3.6.6 Hardware Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Hardware Monitor Voltage Monitor Temperature Monitor Fan ºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, northbridge, southbridge, motherboard, power, and the assigned devices temperatures. Select [Ignored] if you do not
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    is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows [N/A]. These items are not Fan Control Chassis Q-Fan Control BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power [Disabled] feature. CPU Fan Profile [Standard] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS feature. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-35
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    Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the ASUS Q-Fan. [Standard] Set to [Standard] to make the CPU fan moderately adjust for quiet fan operation item is set to [User Mode]. Configuration options: [60˚C] [70˚C] [80˚C] [90˚C] 3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    BIOS SETUP UTILITY Extreme Tweaker �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 Security Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy ] [Disabled] ROG Maximus II GENE 3-37
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    or disable the full screen logo display feature. [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo3™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Sets the display mode for option ROM
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    press to display the configuration options. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ROG Maximus II GENE
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    a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot :Installed :Installed Change Supervisor Password User Access Level Change User Password Password Check [Full Access] [Setup
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    your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: Maximus-II-GENE VER: 0218 (H:00 B:01) DATE: 03/19/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note
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    to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Press , and choose a profile to load. Start O.C. Profile Allows you to run the utility to save and load CMOS. Press to run the utility. ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V1.34 Current CMOS BOARD: Maximus-II-GENE VER: 0218 DATE
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    supports devices such as a USB flash disk (FAT 32/16 format) or a floppy disk with single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS Tweaker Menu for details. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-43
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    3.8.4 AI NET 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools Ai Net 2 Pair Status Length Check Realtek LAN cable during POST. Check Realtek LAN cable [Disabled] It disables checking of the LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Extreme Tweaker 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 RAM. ROG Maximus II GENE 3-45
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    3-46 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 4-9 4.4 RAID configurations 4-32 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-49 ROG Maximus II GENE
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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. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-1
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    the devices. ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. Intel Chipset Inf Update Program Installs the Intel® chipset inf update program. Realtek RTL8111B/C LAN Driver Installs the Realtek® Gigabit Ethernet Driver. VIA Audio Driver Installs the
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    through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltage, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-3
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    manage, edit share and protect your multimedia data. ASUS TurboV Installs ASUS TurboV, the advanced overclocking tool for extreme O.C. record. Ulead Burn.Now easy file-compression and protection. ASUS EPU-6 Engine Installs the ASUS EPU-6 Engine driver and utility. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support
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    The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-5
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    Click the video titles to watch ROG users' outstanding performances with ROG motherboards. 4.2.7 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
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    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. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-7
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    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 format. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support
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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. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-9
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    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 computer to display the new boot logo during POST. 4-10 Chapter 4: Software
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    enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab and click VIA Audio Driver. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. 4. Click the support DVD Drivers tab and Panel icon to launch the Mixer control panel. Click Main Display to the Main Panel. to go ROG Maximus II GENE 4-11
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    Panel The Main Panel displays all the features and functions the SupremeFX X-Fi supports. Click each icon to configure the following settings (from left to right): Speakers and Headphone, EAX Effects, test speaker sound in turn Click to test speaker noise in turn 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support
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    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 ROG Maximus II GENE 4-13
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    adjust recording/playback devices volume. Drag to adjust volume Click to select a recording device 4-14 Click to adjust volume Click to mute volume Chapter 4: Software support
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    current status of your system and change the utility configuration. By default, the main window displays the Preference section. You can close or restore the Preference section by clicking on the triangle on the main window right handle. Click to close the Preference panel ROG Maximus II GENE 4-15
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    application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem, the main window right handle turns red, as the illustrations below show. application using the Preference section in the main window. Click the box before each preference to activate or deactivate. 4-16
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    threshold values using the Config window. You cannot adjust the sensor threshold values in a small monitoring panel. Click to increase value Click to decrease value ROG Maximus II GENE 4-17
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    Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support
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    display the information on the right panel. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-19
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    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 has two tabs: Sensor/ Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration 4-20 Chapter 4: Software support
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    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 > ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx.xx. The AI Suite main window ROG Maximus II GENE Click to launch
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    Other feature buttons Click on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. 4-22 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Suite from the bundled support DVD. To launch the ASUS Fan Xpert utility, double-click the AI Suite icon in the Windows® notification area and click the Fan Xpert button on the AI Suite main window. Click the dropdown to save the setup Click to cancel the Fan Xpert utility ROG Maximus II GENE 4-23
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    could be selected. Click to close the Calibration window Click to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratio 4-24 Chapter 4: Software support
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    to overclock immediately with OC profile presets in WIndows® environment without the hassle of entering BIOS. After installing AI Suite from the bundled Support Suite main window. Click to select a CPU level Click to apply the selected CPU level Click to exit the utlity ROG Maximus II GENE 4-25
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    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 6 Engine Launch
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    6 Engine main menu Displays CPU Power and Total CPU Energy Saving Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected. since you click the Renew button . *• Click Total to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you launched 6 Engine. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-27
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    Advanced settings menu Click Setting ( ) from the 6 Engine main menu to display configuration options in each mode. Some options in certain modes are dimmed, meaning that they : Saves CPU power to the medium level. • Heavy: Saves CPU power to the highest level. 4-28 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Chipset Voltage Downgrade Turn Off hard disks CPU Loadline Overclocking +1% to +30% N/A N/A Never/After 3 /Medium/ Heavy Keep Bios Setting/Slow Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours Light/Medium/ Heavy Keep Bios Setting/Quiet The TweakIt driver from the bundled Support DVD. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-29
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    to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. • For system stability, set ASUS EPU 6-Engine to High Performance Mode while using ASUS TurboV. To launch ASUS TurboV 1. Install the ASUS TurboV utility from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Click start
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    Advanced settings menu Click More Setting from the TurboV main screen to display detailed configuration options for CPU/chip voltage, DRAM Reference voltage, and CPU ratio. Advance Mode Advanced CPU and DRAM voltage settings ROG Maximus II GENE 4-31
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    motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH10R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and RAID 5 for six independent Serial ATA channels. 4.4.1 RAID definitions RAID included in a created RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install
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    the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. Go to the Main menu > Storage Configuration, and then press . 3. Set the Configure 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. ROG Maximus II GENE
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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® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST, press to display the utility main menu. Intel
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    -RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection ROG Maximus II GENE
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    range from 4 KB to 128 KB. The following are typical values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. When the Capacity item is selected, enter
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    a RAID set. To delete a RAID set 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) 3. Press to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. ROG Maximus II GENE 4-37
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    Manager To exit the utility 1. From the utility main menu, select 4. Exit, and then press . The following warning message appears. [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): 2. Press to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. 4-38 Chapter 4: Software support
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    click Intel ICH10R 32/64 bit RAID Driver Disk to create an Intel® ICH10R RAID driver disk. 4. Insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive. 5. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection. ROG Maximus II GENE
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    ® Vista™: 1. Insert the floppy disk/USB device with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive/ USB port. 2. During the OS installation, select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH10R). 3. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. 4-40 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Multiple 5GPU This chapter describes how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ graphics cards. technology support
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    Chapter summary 5 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 ROG Maximus II GENE
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    5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you and Features. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ROG Maximus II GENE 5-1
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    CrossFireX graphics cards The 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 or a DVI cable to the graphics card. Goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the CrossFireX™ feature Advanced View window. ROG Maximus II GENE 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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    The Appendix lists the debug code table A for the LCD Poster. Appendix: Debug code table
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    Chapter summary A Debug code table A-1 ROG Maximus II GENE
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    3. Program early chipset according to CMOS setup. Example: onboard IDE controller. 4. Measure CPU speed. 5. Invoke video BIOS. Initialize VGA BIOS 1. Initialize multi-language 2. Put information on screen display, including BIOS logo, CPU type, CPU speed . Reset keyboard. ROG Maximus II GENE A-1
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    . Detect serial ports & parallel ports. Detect & install co-processor New CPU installed Execute EZ Flash CPR error Fan error UCODE error Floppy error Keyboard error HDD error CMOS error Mouse error HDD smart function error Hard monitor error AI NET error Case open A-2 Appendix: Debug code table
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    saving 2. Update keyboard LED & typematic rate 1. Build MP table 2. Build & update ESCD 3. Set CMOS century to 20h or 19h 4. Load CMOS time into Authorized Representative in Europe ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country GERMANY ROG Maximus II GENE A-3
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