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Motherboard MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 2
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 from http://support.asus.com/download problems - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 3
...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY specifications summary ix ROG 10G Express specifications ROG Exclusive Features 1-3 1.1.3 ASUS Special Features 1-4 1.1.4 ROG rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 4
Motherboard 3.4 Main menu 3-8 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-11 3.6 Intel(R) ThunderBolt 3-35 3.7 Monitor menu 3-36 3.8 Boot menu 3-41 3.9 Tool menu 3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-46 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-46 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-48 3.9.4 BIOS Flashback 3-48 3.9.5 ROG - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 5
4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-3 4.5 Dual Intelligent Processors 5 4-6 4.6 ROG Audio features 4-36 4.7 Sonic Radar II 4-47 4.8 GameFirst III 4-49 4.9 KeyBot II...4-52 4.10 ASUS Media Streamer - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 6
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, ensure all cables are - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 7
you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 8
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 a task - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 9
MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Graphic LAN Wireless & Bluetooth LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/Pentium®/ Celeron® Processors Supports 14 nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * The - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 10
MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY specifications summary Storage Audio USB Intel® Z170 manual for detailed information. *** These SATA ports are for data hard drivers only. ATAPI devices are not supported. ROG Sonic Radar II - DTS Connect Intel® Z170 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost: - 6 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 11
MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY specifications summary ROG Exclusive Features Extreme Engine Digi+ - MicroFine Alloy Choke - OptiMOS MOSFETs - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors OC Zone - ReTry button - Safe Boot button - LN2 Mode header - Slow Mode switch - Start - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 12
MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY specifications summary Special Features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5 -Way Optimization , File Transfer - W i-Fi GO! & NFC Remote app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 & Android 4.0 systems Media Streamer - P ipe music or movies from your - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 13
MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY specifications summary Internal I/O Ports 2 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 4 USB 3.0 ports 3 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports [one connector via ROG_EXT header] 2 x SATA Express connectors (compatible with 4 SATA 6Gb/s ports) 4 x SATA - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 14
MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY specifications summary Back I/O Ports BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.0) 1 x BIOS Flashback Button 1 x Clear CMOS button 4 x USB 3.1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 15
ROG 10G Express specifications summary Interface Standards and Protocols Features Power Consumption LED Indicator Operation System Support PCI Express Gen2 x4 10GBASE-T/5G/2.5G/1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX* *NBASE-T Alliance draft specification compliant IEEE 802.3, 802.3ad, 802.3an, 802.1q Full-spec - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 16
Rear I/O Ports Front I/O Ports Dimensions 1 x ESS ES9018K2M SABRE DAC 2 x LM4562 Op amps 1 x TPA6120A2 Headphone amp 1 x Cirrus Logic CS5361 5 x RC4580 Op amps Supported formats: Up to 32-bit/384kHz and DSD 64/128* Output (32Ohms): 4.8VRMS (720mW RMS per channel) Output (600Ohms): 6.8VRMS (77mW RMS - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 17
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1 x 3-in-1 thermistor cables 4 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x SLI® bridge 1 x CrossFireX™ cable 1 x I/O Shield 1 x ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi- - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 18
(cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1151 CPU Intel LGA 1151 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xviii - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 19
. 3.0 x4 speeds. The SATA mode shares bandwidth with SATA Express port 1 and will automatically disable this port when an M.2 card is inserted. Supports 2242 (22 mm x 42 mm), 2260 (22 mm x 60 mm), 2280 (22 mm x 80 mm), and 22110 (22 mm x 110 mm) SSD cards. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 20
power consumption, and Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) support thanks to its compatibility with the Intel CPU and chipset. ROG 10G Express There's fast networking and then there's 10G Express, the enterprise-speed Ethernet card included with Maximus VIII Extreme/Assembly. With PCI Express - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 21
to 1/2 lower) and higher Idrain (up to 2x higher). Super-premium 10K Black Metallic solid state capacitors are forged for overclocking and the most extreme demands, lasting up to five times longer than generic capacitors with 20% wider temperature tolerance. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 22
switch back and forth between different utilities. USB 3.1 Boost ASUS USB 3.1 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI you in the game, so you can browse, email, IM, stream or record while you play - and all dressed up in downloadable color-matched ROG skins to show - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 23
. Plus, this extends SSD lifespan and keeps your main storage optimized for really important tasks, and you get auto data backup and restore. RAMDisk only supports 64-bit operating systems. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 24
overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 25
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 26
EATX12V_2; 4-pin EZ_PLUG) 2. LGA1151 CPU Socket 3. CPU, CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) 4. DDR4 DIMM slots 5. PCIe x16 Lane switch 6. (2-pin T_SENSOR1-3) 19. Intel® Z170 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s and (10-1 pin USB1314; USB1112; USB910) 27. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 28. Thunderbolt - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 27
(RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 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 VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 28
1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four (4) Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 29
ECC DDR4 DIMMs more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory Extreme Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 30
Chapter 1 MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME \ ASSEMBLY Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 3866 (OC) MHz capability Vendors Part 18-22-22-38 - 18-22-22-38 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 1.35V • 1.35V • • DDR4 3800 (OC) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size AVEXIR AVEXIR G. - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 31
NO. Timing SS - - 17-18-18-36 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 1.35V • • DDR4 3466 (OC) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip SS - - 16-18-18-38 1.35V DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-13 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 32
-38 1.35V G.SKILL F4-3400C16Q-64GTZ 64GB (4 x 16GB) DS - - 16-18-18-38 1.35V DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DDR4 3333 (OC) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Brand NO. Timing Voltage - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 33
DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 1.35V • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • DDR4 3200 ( • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • 1.35V • 1.35V • 1.35V • 1.35V • 1.35V • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-15 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 34
Chapter 1 DDR4 3000 (OC) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS 15-15-15-35 - 15-15-15-35 - 15-15-15-35 - 15-15-15-35 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 1.35V • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • • 1.35V • 1.35V • 1.35V • 1.35V • 1. - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 35
Chapter 1 DDR4 2800 (OC) MHz capability ) Panram PUD42800C164G4NJW 16GB ( 4x SS - - (XMP) 4GB ) Timing 17-17-17-36 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 1.2 •• 15-15-15-36 1.2 17-17-17-36 17-17-17-36 15-15-15 35 40-2 16-18-18-36 1.25 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-17 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 36
Chapter 1 DDR4 2666 (OC) MHz capability Vendors AVEXIR AVEXIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR 15-15-15-35 Samsung K4A4G085WD 15-15-15-35 Team TCD48G2666C15ABK 15-15-15-35 Voltage 1.2 DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 37
1 DDR4 2400 Samsung K4A4G085WD Samsung K4A4G085WD V-color DW3J0460HM Timing 17-17-17-39 17-17-17-39 16-16-16-36 Voltage 1.2 DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 • • •• 16-16-16-39 1.2 •• 16-16-16-36 1.2 •• 14-16-16-31 1.2 1.2 15-15-15-36 1.2 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-19 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 38
Chapter 1 DDR4 2133 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS -15-36 15-15-15-36 15-15-15-36 15-15-15-36 15-15-15-35 15-15-15-36 Voltage 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 - DIMM socket support (Optional) 24 • • • • • • • • • • • • 10-12-12-31 1.35 • • 13-15-15-28 1.2 • • 13-15-15-28 1.2 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 39
. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-21 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 40
slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x16/x8_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x4_2 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x1_1 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x8/x4_3 slot 5 PCIe 3.0 x1_2 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 41
chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • New 6th generation Intel® Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0 speed rate , PCIe mode enabled N/A SATA 6G enabled, PCIe mode enabled ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-23 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 42
a bare or opencase system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system. The button also lights up when the system is - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 43
DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-25 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 44
Chapter 1 4. Safe Boot button (SAFE_BOOT) The Safe Boot button can be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. This button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining any overclocked settings allowing you to modify the settings causing boot failure. - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 45
off. This function only works when the system is OFF. 7. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Press the BIOS button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the currently selected BIOS. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-27 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 46
Chapter 1 8. Slow Mode Switch (SLOW_MODE) Slow Mode Switch is employed during LN2 benching. Some processors have a small optimum temperature range to run at their highest frequency. Temperatures that fall outside this band may yield instability. For example, a processor may need to operate at -80°C - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 47
, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED flashes until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-29 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 48
Chapter 1 3. DIMM LED (DIMM_A1_LED; DIMM_B1_LED) The DIMM LED indicates when the corresponding memory channel is enabled. Refer to DRAM channel jumper for more information. 4. BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 49
Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the following page for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-31 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 50
Chapter 1 Q-Code table Code Description 00 Not used 01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). 02 AP initialization before microcode loading 03 System Agent initialization before microcode loading 04 PCH initialization before microcode loading 06 Microcode loading 07 AP - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 51
Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 52
Chapter 1 Q-Code table Code 70 71 72 73 - 77 78 79 7A - 7F 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 9A 9B 9C 9D 9E - 9F A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 Description PCH DXE initialization is started PCH DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 53
(see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM ) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-35 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 54
Chapter 1 ACPI/ASL Checkpoints Code 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x10 0x20 0x30 0x40 0xAC 0xAA Description System is entering S1 sleep state System is entering S2 sleep state System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 55
1.2.8 Jumper 1. LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system and DRAM_B1, whereas setting the DRAM_CHB jumper to pins 2-3 disables DRAM_A2 and DRAM_B2 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-37 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 56
a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode a RAID set, refer to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 57
USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7, Windows® 8.1, and Windows® 10. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-39 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 58
. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1 x USB 2.0 ports (USB1314) at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. 1-40 Chapter 1: Product - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 59
that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 6. U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-41 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 60
pin CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin 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 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 61
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 VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-43 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 62
9. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power LED (3-1 pin or 2-pin PLED) This 3-1 pin or 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 63
for the OC Panel I/II, Front Base, and other ROG devices. • The Front Base is purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the OC Panel and Front Base. 11. LED connector (5 pin LED_CON1) This 5-pin connector connects to the PCH LED. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 1-45 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 64
is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. Chapter 1 13. M.2 (Socket 3) The M.2 (Socket 3) with M Key supports type 2242 (22mm x 42mm), 2260 (22mm x 60mm), 2280 (22mm x 80mm), and 22110 (22mm x 110mm - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 65
card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings. Use a multimeter to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. See the illustration below to locate the respective ProbeIt points. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 66
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models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 2-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 68
3. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 69
install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. Use the bundled CPU installation tool when installing the CPU. Chapter 2 Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 2-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 70
CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. DO NOT , removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 71
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2.1.5 ATX Power connection Chapter 2 OR AND • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 75
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runs at X2 mode by default. Please select [X4 mode] in PCIEX4_4 Bandwidth option in BIOS for optimal performance. • Please refer to the table in 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections for detailed LED indications. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 2-11 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 78
power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 Using the bundled USB 2.0 connector cable to connect your SupremeFX Hi-Fi panel is the best way to use your SupremeFX - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 79
3.0/UASP UFlSaBshBbIaOcSk USB 3.0/UASP USB 3.0/UASP USB 3.0/UASP IO Shield BIOS • Ensure that the ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 2-13 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 80
the BIOS is updated automatically. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website. 2. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to M8E.CAP. 3. Copy M8E.CAP to the failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 81
port supports the KeyBot II feature, and lower port supports USB BIOS Flashback function. Supports USB 3.1 Boost. 13. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 14. Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 82
that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Some legacy USB devices must update their - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 83
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No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.6 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 87
smoothness as your operating system. The term "BIOS" in this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. BIOS (Basic Input and service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as M8E.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 88
include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 89
Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune the ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 90
3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 91
) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 92
above the menu bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. Hot keys This button above - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 93
date. 3. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to close Setup Tree Map screen. 4. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 94
3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 95
RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default [Not Installed]. After you set a password, these items show [Installed]. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 96
Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 97
Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-11 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 98
Tuner is set to [XMP], the XMP mode supported by the installed memory module is displayed. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 99
optimized setting. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] - [DDR4-4266MHz] Xtreme Tweaking [Disabled] This item condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU SVID Support [Auto] Disable this item to stop the CPU from [1] - [40] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-13 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 100
Scrambler [Enabled] Set this item to enable or disable memory scrambler support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Channel A DIMM Control [ Control CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel® specification and affects CPU power voltage. The CPU working voltage decreases - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 101
800 KHz with an interval of 50 KHz. DO NOT remove the thermal module when the manual mode is selected. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The following item appears only when the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-15 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 102
or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. DRAM Power Phase Control [Extreme] This item allows you to set the power phase with an interval of 50 KHz. DO NOT remove the thermal module when the manual mode is selected. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Boot Voltages CPU Core - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 103
Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) [Enabled] Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-17 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 104
Tweaker's Paradise Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to set the initial BCLK (base clock) frequency to start overclocking from the assigned BCLK frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [40.0 MHz] - [500.0 MHz] BCLK Amplitude [Auto] This item allows you to set the magnitude of the - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 105
Configures the mode of Voltage fed to the cores of the processor. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following item appears only when you set the CPU value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.250] - [1.920] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-19 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 106
Offset Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU core voltage offset value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.001] - [0.999] DRAM Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.000] - [2.000] CPU VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.700] - [1.800] CPU System Agent - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 107
3.6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-21 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 108
item allows you to select the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Intel Virtualization Technology [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], a VMM can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool Technology. Configuration - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 109
Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Intel SpeedStep(tm) [Enabled] This item allows your system to adjust the CPU's voltage the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-23 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 110
ASPM [Disabled] Enable this item for the Windows Vista operating system to control the Active State Power Management (ASPM) support for devices. [Enabled] Vista controls the ASPM support for the device. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 111
Management on SA side of the DMI link. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] Select the ASPM level for energy saving conditions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [ memory control hub. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-25 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 112
Graphics Configuration Allows you to select a primary display from graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] [Auto] The primary display will be set to PCI-E when a PCI-E graphic card is detected. [IGFX] Force the primary display to be from the IGFX Graphics. [PEG] Force the primary display - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 113
run at PCI-E 2.0 speed. [Gen3] The PCIEX4_2 slot will run at PCI-E 3.0 speed. 3.6.4 ROG Effects Onboard LED [Enabled] This item allows you to enable all the onboard LEDs. Configuration options: [ is enabled. [Disabled] LEDs will not light up. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-27 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 114
3.6.5 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. PCI-E Speed [Auto] This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed. When set to [Gen1], the PCI-E port runs at PCI-E 1.0 speed. When set to [Gen2], the PCI-E - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 115
only when you set the SATA Mode Selection to [RAID]. M.2/U.2 PCIE Storage RAID Support [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable PCIE port to SATA for RAID disable the selected SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-29 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 116
XHCI by XHCI drivers for operating systems with XHCI support. Support XHCI by BIOS for operating systems without XHCI support. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.2.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 117
[Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-31 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 118
] Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller(USB3_E12) [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the ASMedia USB 3.0 controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Asmedia USB 3.x Battery Charging Support [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the ASMedia USB 3.x battery charging - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 119
for energy saving support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel LAN Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN Controller. disable the Wi-Fi Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-33 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 120
3.6.10 APM Configuration ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled(S4+S5] [Enabled(S5)] Restore AC Power Loss [ - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 121
or enable the Intel Thunderbolt Technology. Configuration options: [Fully Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] ThunderBolt Boot Support [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the ThunderBolt Boot Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-35 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 122
3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Chapter 3 Q-Fan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 123
fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters. The following items appear only when you Q-Fan control in PWM mode for 4-pin chassis fan. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-37 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 124
according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] [VRM] [PCH] [T_SENSOR1] [T_ SENSOR2] [T_SENSOR3] ] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 125
to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] [VRM] [PCH] [T_SENSOR1] [EXT_ Sensor1] [ operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters. The ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-39 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 126
in DC mode for 3-pin chassis fan. [PWM mode] Enable the Water Pump control in PWM mode for 4-pin chassis fan. Anti Surge Support [On] Enable this item for Over Voltage Protection (OVP) and Under Voltage Protection (UVP) functions. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Chapter 3 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 127
the boot logo size. [Disabled] Hid the logo during POST. The following items appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display item to [Disabled]. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-41 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 128
bit capable devices to be decoded in above 4G address space if your system supports 64-bit PCI Decoding. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Wait For ' ROM Messages will be shown during the POST. [Disabled] Only the ASUS logo will be shown during the POST. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 129
Microsoft® Secure Boot compliant OS. Get the optimized function when booting on Windows® nonUEFI mode. Microsoft® Secure Boot only supports Windows® UEFI mode. Clear Secure Boot keys This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-43 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 130
Save Secure Boot Keys This item allows you to save the PK (Platform Keys) to a USB storage device. PK Management Set New Key This item allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 131
the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 132
the SATA mode to AHCI. Click Advanced > SATA Configuration > AHCI. To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may become unstable if you run Secure Erase on an incompatible SSD - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 133
Secure Erase is only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 1.2.2 of this manual. Displays the available SSDs ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-47 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 134
3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Chapter 3 Profile Name Key in the profile name to save current BIOS - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 135
Panel H-Key Configure The ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure allows you to input and save values on the CPU core voltage, VCCSA voltage, BCLK allows you to load the previous values of the CPU Core Voltage, VCCSA Voltage, BCLK Frequency, and CPU Ratio. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-49 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 136
3.9.6 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. DIMM slot number Allows you to select the DIMM slot number to show the plugged - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 137
Shell from USB devices This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-51 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 138
of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The following utilities - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 139
USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . Use the Left/Right arrow key to select between [by USB] process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-53 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 140
. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at http://support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 141
the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: E1: ASUS DVD-E818A6T (4069MB) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) UEFI: (FAT) USB DISK 2.0 (3824MB) Enter Setup and to move selection ENTER to select boot device ESC to boot using defaults Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-55 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 142
from Files panel to Drives panel then select D:. Drives panel ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM BOARD: MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME VER: 0208 (H :00 B :00) DATE: 08/06/2015 PATH: C:\ Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown C: FORMAN~1 D: M8E.CAP 8390626 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 143
BIOS update. Are you sure you want to update the BIOS? Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is not supported due to security regulations. 5. Select Yes then press . When BIOS update is done, press See section 3.10 Exit menu for details. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 3-57 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 144
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drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.exe. Chapter 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file SETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the support DVD. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 146
item to install Contains ROG related videos Click to display the ASUS contact information Click to browse the file list of the suport CD Click to install the selected items 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 147
OS 1. Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.exe then select the Utilities tab 3. From the Utilities tab, check AI Suite 3 and select Install, then follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 148
DVD main menu, select the Utilities tab and check AI Suite 3 and select Install. 3. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear, try the following steps: a. Go to the Start Screen then click the Desktop app. b. On the lower left corner - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 149
menu bar Chapter 4 • Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user guide may vary depending on the motherboard model. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 150
4.5 Dual Intelligent Processors 5 ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 combines TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power fan control, and includes tailored settings for your apps to ensure your PC is ready for gaming, entertainment, productivity, or just about anything. Click this 5-Way Optimization button to auto- - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 151
bootup. Save your overclocking settings as a TPU profile and manually load this profile after system bootup. Using TPU CPU Frequency motherboard's user guide for details. • The CPU Frequency bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 152
GPU Boost CPU Graphics Voltage Adjustments Click to load the saved profile Click to save the Click to enable the adjustment into a profile default settings Click to apply the adjustments Click to undo the adjustments Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 153
the applications added to the Turbo App List. Click the settings. icon for more * Only applications on the Turbo App List can be configured. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 154
to undo the Click to apply the adjustments adjustments Fan Xpert 3 ASUS Fan Xpert 3 provides customizable settings of your fans for a cooler and CPU and chassis fans to achieve their best cooling performance. ASUS Fan Xpert 3 also supports hardware level PWM/DC combo mode for the CPU and chassis - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 155
The following screens are for reference only. Configuration options varies depending on the motherboard model. Click to switch between screens Click to undo the changes Click to VRM phase and the thermal conditions of every phase component. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-11 Chapter 4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 156
PC Cleaner PC Cleaner allows you to clean the system junk files by scanning and deleting selected files. Displays the scan status and clean results Check and select the items to clear Click to start Click to start scanning cleaning checked items Chapter 4 4-12 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 157
Suite 3 main menu, then select Ai Ai Charger+ is available only in selected motherboard models. Ai Charger+ screen Tick to enable or disable Ai Charger+ Click to Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-13 Chapter 4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 158
3.1 Boost. Refer to the Rear I/O connection section of your user guide for more details. • USB 3.1 Boost automatically detects the USB devices that support UASP. For a list of UASP-supported USB devices, visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. For - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 159
update your motherboard's software, drivers, or BIOS. With this utility, you can also manually update the motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to search and select the BIOS file Click to select a boot logo Click to update the BIOS Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 160
motherboard, CPU, and memory. Launching the System Information To launch System Information, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click the MB tab to view the motherboard's information. Viewing - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 161
Keyboard/ Mouse sharing Set Hotkey for Audio Mode Select device for Keyboard/Mouse sharing Select device for audio Audio Mode Click to apply the settings ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-17 Chapter 4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 162
left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback is available only in selected motherboard models. Using USB BIOS Flashback Set a schedule for the BIOS Update download Click to check for a . Click Cancel to cancel the download schedule. Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 163
USB storage device to your computer's USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of this user guide for more details. To download the updated BIOS: Download. 3. After the download is complete, Click OK. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-19 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 164
of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Engine is available only in selected motherboard models. Using Wi-Fi Engine Using the Client Mode The Client mode allows you to connect your system to or tap to connect to a wireless access point Chapter 4 4-20 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 165
Key in your password Key in your password for confirmation Click or tap to disable AP mode Click or tap to enable AP mode Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-21 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 166
Google Play. For iOS devices, download it from App Store. • Install the Wi-Fi GO! card driver and ASUS HomeCloud utility from the support DVD bundled with your ASUS motherboard or visit www.asus.com. • Ensure to reinstall the Wi-Fi GO! card driver to fully utilize the Wi-Fi GO! functions. Smart - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 167
The browser will direct you to the ASUS website (www.asus.com). 2. From the ASUS website, click or tap Sign Up then follow onscreen instructions to complete the registration. Logging in in your ASUS account and password (A) then click Login (B). Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-23 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 168
.00 or later versions. Using Wi-Fi GO! To launch Wi-Fi GO!, click the ASUS HomeCloud shortcut on your desktop, then select WiFi GO! from the mini bar. Click to set a password or details, refer to section Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote of this user manual for more details. 4-24 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 169
same Wi-Fi network as your computer or log in on your computer and smart devices using the same ASUS account to fully utilize the WiFi GO! functions across different networks. 2. On your smart device, tap Wi only and vary with the type of smart device. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-25 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 170
computer and Only allow a magic packet to wake the computer. For 802.11ac standard Wi-Fi GO! Card, the Wake-on-LAN function will be supported in the later version for Windows® 8.1 and Windows® 10 operating system. Chapter 4 4-26 Chapter 4: Software - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 171
GO! Cloud GO! allows you to control and synchronize your files across multiple cloud services such as ASUS WebStorage, Dropbox®, Google Drive™, and SkyDrive®. • Ensure to set the correct system Wi-Fi GO!/Remote GO! screen Tick to select contents Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-27 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 172
mode. Remote Desktop function keys Chapter 4 • Select multitouch mode to support Microsoft multitouch functions on Windows® 8.1. • Select mouse mode to support zoom-in and normal mouse functions. • The Extended Mode support varies with the VGA driver installed in your computer. 4-28 Chapter - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 173
to the selected device. Chapter 4 This function requires the Push Notice feature to be installed. You can get the PUSH Notice installer from the bundled support DVD or download the latest installer from www.asus.com. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-29 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 174
your computer, then tap Send. • The files you transferred can be found on the location X:\Users\Documents\ASUS HomeCloud\Wi-Fi GO!\File Transfer\ • To select a new storage location, click Setting. Another way to start sending the file to the computer. 4-30 Chapter 4: Software Support Chapter 4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 175
only support photo and video streaming for Media Streamer. System requirements System requirements OS Utilities PC Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 10 ASUS HomeCloud Smart device Android 4.0 or higher versions iOS7 or later versions ASUS Media Streamer ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 176
directly. Click or tap to edit media files Click or tap to select media type Log in ASUS account to stream Click or proceed with the deletion or addition of files Click to cancel changes The following media formats are supported by Android and iOS devices: • Android: .3gp, .mp4, .m4a, .aac, .ts - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 177
your computer that you want to pair with. To pair your computer and smart device, ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-33 Chapter 4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 178
device Tick to select the smart device Tick to send alert when the selected items are back to its normal status Chapter 4 4-34 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 179
sent messages Tap to scan more host computers Tick to select the smart device Click to send your message Tap to delete PC alerts Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-35 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 180
4.6 ROG Audio features Installing the Realtek® Audio Manager driver Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Manager driver from the support DVD that is bundled with the motherboard. If the Realtek® audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek® HD Audio - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 181
ROG's Sonic Studio suite to apply endless audio enhancements! Installing the SupremeFX Hi-Fi driver Follow the installation wizard to install the SupremeFX Hi-Fi driver from the support DVD that is bundled with the motherboard. • Ensure to connect your ASUS 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-37 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 182
for the headphone output. Sonic Studio Select to launch Sonic Studio. For more details refer to Sonic Studio II. Ensure to select an audio device supported by Sonic Studio when using Sonic Studio. 4-38 Chapter 4: Software - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 183
at a time. • When switching headphones that use the same sized jacks, please be sure to manually run Impedance Sense to ensure the gain is optimally set. Impedance Sense Click to automatically detect the : SupremeFX Hi-Fi is running with ASIO. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-39 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 184
SenseAmp Sonic SenseAmp is an exclusive ROG invention that is a built-in headphones, for other types of headphones please check the manufacturer's specifications and then manually set the gain according to the table on page 4-41. Using the Sonic one shown below. 4-40 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 185
headphones that use the same sized jacks on the SupremeFX Hi-Fi, please be sure to manually run Impedance Sense to ensure the gain is optimally set by clicking on the Impedance Sense button in the SupremeFX Hi-Fi driver. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Click to detect the gain. 4-41 Chapter 4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 186
the driver. You may also manually set the gain by checking the checkbox and selecting a gain level. Check to manually select the gain. Improperly adjusting the gain may cause damage to your headphones. Do not manually adjust the gain - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 187
headset and offers one of the best virtual surround technology for gaming. • The Sonic Studio II application does not have an Audio Driver is installed in your system. • Sonic Studio II supports both Realtek® Audio Driver and SupremeFX Hi-Fi driver. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-43 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 188
to start the test for the selected preset profile. Preset profiles Click any of the preset profiles. Choose from Gaming, Music, or Movie. Profile Register, Open, or Reset Allows you to Register, Open, or Reset to the the language or view the tutorial. Chapter 4 4-44 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 189
the play button to start the test for the selected preset profile. Noise Gate mode Click to choose the Noise Gate mode from Auto or Manual. Manual mode allows you to use the slider to adjust the Noise Gate and Noise Reduction. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-45 Chapter 4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 190
-up notice feature allows you to verify that your recording or streaming session is currently being enhanced by Sonic Studio II. Chapter 4 4-46 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 191
Enable Sonic Radar or Enable Launch at Startup. Display Menu Customize the settings for each game including Transparency, Signal, Size, and Remanency. Displays the options available. Click a tab to to adjust the settings Displays the list of games Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-47 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 192
Allows you to configure the sound enhancers. Tick to choose the desired sound enhancer Audio Mode/Radar Selection are enabled with shortcut keys in the game. Refer to the Controls tab for more information about the shortcut key settings. 4-48 Chapter 4: Software - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 193
Optimization Mode Game packets are prioritized and other packets also optimized. Game Mode Game packets given top priority. Media Streaming Mode Media-streaming packets given top priority. File Sharing Mode File-sharing packets given top priority. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-49 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 194
and uploading bandwidth of currently used applications. Total usage Displays the total downloading and uploading bandwidth of the currently used applications. Chapter 4 4-50 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 195
after manually keying in the desired speed or after you performing the speed test Using the Network Information Displays information about the physical network card such as speed, physical address, IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-51 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 196
on/off Click any of the items to perform a specific tasks, or click their corresponding keys on the keyboard Smart Input Chapter 4 4-52 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 197
Function Keys Shortcut Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-53 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 198
Streamer supports NFC function. • Ensure to install ASUS HomeCloud on your PC. • An Internet connection is required to fully utilize this feature. To use ASUS Media Streamer: On your computer, click ASUS HomeCloud then select Media Streamer. On your device, click Media Streamer. Click to edit - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 199
the deletion or addition of files Click to cancel changes The following media formats are supported: .3gp, .mp4, .m4a, .aac, .ts, .flac, .mp3, .mid, .xmf, .mxmf, .rtttl, .rtx, .ota, .imy, .ogg, .mkv, .wav, .jpg, .gif, .png, .bmp, .webp, .webm Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-55 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 200
system's memory and turns it into a high-speed virtual drive where you can store cache files and game apps for instant access. The Dynamic Memory Allocation function can release the unused memory of RAMDisk back to to finish creating the RAMDisk drive Chapter 4 4-56 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 201
space. Click to select where to create a junction point. Click to finish adding the new junction point. Click to delete the existing junction point. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-57 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 202
Synchronizing backup files After creating a junction point, RAMDisk automatically creates a backup folder in the file's original location. Use RAMDisk to manually synchronize updates with these backup files. Click Synchronize to update your files Chapter 4 4-58 Chapter 4: Software Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 203
compare with other users on the ROG website. MemTweakIt functions depends on the chipset on the motherboard. Each chipset has differernt options ROG website Chapter 4 Click to exit MemTweakIt Click to apply your settings Click to validate your settings. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 204
1. Launch MemTweakIt and click Validate. 2. In Manual Mode, click Save Validation File. 3. Key in a file name for your configuration file and click Submit. 4. Click validation webpage. 5. In MemTweakIt - Validation File Upload window, key in your ASUS account ID and password. 6. Click Browse, locate - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 205
and status of your CPU, motherboard, memory, graphics card, and other components installed in your system. You can generate a report about your system info and send or post it on the CPU-Z website. To use ROG CPU-Z, double-click on the desktop. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-61 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 206
4.14 RAMCache ROG RAMCache software provides a user-friendly and transparent solution to increase your PC overall performance, by utilizing the system memory cache one partition at a time. • Min and Max amounts of RAM at disposal is automatically updated. 4-62 Chapter 4: Software Support Chapter 4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 207
light color Preview the lighting effects Select the RGB LED light effect Set special LED effects (priority is higher than the settings made above) Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 4-63 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 208
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Chapter 5 Chapter 5: RAID Support RAID Support 5 5.1 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 configuration. If existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 5-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 210
Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when SATA ports are set to RAID mode, all SATA ports run at RAID mode together. 5-2 Chapter 5: RAID Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 211
+ to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] . The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 5-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 212
RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done 5-4 Chapter 5: RAID Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 213
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 the RAID volume capacity that you want and main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 5-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 214
"Volume0"? (Y/N): 3. Press to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu, or press to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu. 5-6 Chapter 5: RAID Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 215
Intel that is included in a RAID set. The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You optical drive as the primary boot device. 4. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive. 5. Save changes and exit instructions to complete the process. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY 5-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 216
disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. 4. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID driver disk. 5. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. 6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 217
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 void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Appendix ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY A-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 218
Appendix IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 219
our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our . ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY A-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 220
Appendix FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 221
direttive CE. Per maggiori informazioni fate riferimento alla dichiarazione di conformità CE. ASUS AsusTek Inc CE CE Hrvatski AsusTek Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj ure EK. Za više informacija molimo pogledajte Deklaraciju o usklađenosti EK. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY A-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 222
Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax Telephone Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 223
ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 224
INC. 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard accessory Model name : ROG 10G Express card conform with the essential requirements of the following directives - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 225
ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard - Asus ROG MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY | MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME/ASSEMBLY Users man - Page 226
Appendix A-10 Appendix
Motherboard
MAXIMUS
VIII
EXTREME/
ASSEMBLY