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Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS X APEX - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - 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 https://www.asus.com/support/ or (2) problems - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 3
information...vi About this guide...vii ROG MAXIMUS X APEX specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 4
3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-20 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 BIOS FlashBack 3-24 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-24 3.9.6 ASUS SPD Information 3-25 3.9.7 Graphics Card Information 3-25 3.10 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 5
Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-6 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-10 4.2.1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 6
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 . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 7
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 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - 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 X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 9
ROG MAXIMUS X APEX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphic Storage Intel® Socket 1151 for 8th generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/ Pentium®/Celeron® Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 10
ROG MAXIMUS X APEX specifications summary LAN Multi-GPU support Audio USB Back I/O Ports Aquantia AQC-108 5G LAN Intel® I219-V Gigabit LAN- Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way/Quad-GPU SLI™ - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 11
ROG MAXIMUS X APEX specifications summary Internal I/O Ports 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header support additional 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 x USB 2.0 ports [one connector via ROG_EXT header] 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1 x DIMM.2 slot 1 x ROG extension (ROG_EXT) header 1 x - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 12
ROG MAXIMUS X APEX specifications summary Software ROG Exclusive Features Drivers AURA ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache II ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Overwolf CloneDrive Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Software Winzip ASUS Utilities Fan Xpert 4 Extreme Engine Digi+ - MicroFine Alloy Choke - NexFET - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 13
ROG MAXIMUS X APEX specifications summary Special Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Support Form Factor ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Suite - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 14
/s cables 1 x RGB LED extension cable 1 x ROG DIMM.2 FAN bracket pack 1 x ROG APEX FAN bracket pack 1 x SLI™ HB Bridge(2-way-L) 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x CPU Installation Tool 2 x 1-in-1 M.2 Screw set 1 x ROG big sticker 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any of the above - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 15
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. xv - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 16
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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 to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 18
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 19
25. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) 26. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1112; USB1314) 27. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 28. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 29. MemOK! button (MemOK 1-15 1-30 1-20 1-19 1-15 1-16 1-20 1-29 1-26 1-12 1-21 1-24 1-29 1-10 1-24 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 20
are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 21
The motherboard comes with two (2) 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 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 22
for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 23
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 X16/X8_1 slot 2 PCIe X4_2 slot 3 PCIe X1_1 slot 4 PCIe X8/X4_3 slot 5 PCIe X1_2 slot 6 PCIe X4_4 slot ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 24
Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H I.G.F.X Y - - - - - - - High Definition Audio Y - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 25
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 any motherboard component. 2. RESET button (RESET) Press the reset button to reboot the system. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 26
(MemOK!) Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM LED lights Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 27
when using extreme overclocking, enabling slow mode will decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing overclockers to keep track of their overclocking data. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-11 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 28
system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be retried in quick succession to achieve a successful POST. 7. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS chips. Press the BIOS button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS_LEDs indicate the - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 29
(PAUSE) The pause switch allows you to freeze the cooling system at a hardware level, thus allowing you to adjust your system settings under heavy overclocking. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-13 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 30
Chapter 1 10. RSVD switch (RSVD) This switch is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Ensure to set this switch to disabled, enabling this switch may cause system failure. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 31
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 boot successfully. 2. M.2 light jumper (3-pin M.2_LIGHT) This jumper allow you to enable and disable the M.2 light. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-15 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 32
3. Light bar jumpers (3-pin LIGHT_BAR1-2) These jumpers allow you to enable or disable the onboard light bar. Chapter 1 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 33
devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. This user problem within seconds. The Q LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-17 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 34
a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. • The Q-Code LED provides the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. • Please refer to the Q-Code table in the Appendix section for more details. 1-18 Chapter - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 35
Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI]. Refer to section SATA Configuration for details. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-19 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 36
sensor connectors (2-pin T_SENSOR1-2) This connector is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. Chapter 1 3. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U3G1_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 37
. 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 port (USB1314) at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-21 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 38
the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • header(s). • W_PUMP+ function support depends on water cooling device. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 39
Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Full Speed Full Speed Full Speed Full Speed Full Speed Shared Control A A Uncontrollable Uncontrollable Uncontrollable B B ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-23 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 40
module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 7. ROG extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel I/II and Front Base. • The OC Panel I/II and Front Base are purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I/II and Front Base - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 41
. • If you want to use two or more high-end PCIe x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-25 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 42
9. System panel connectors (10-1 pin F_PANEL; 4-pin SPEAKER) These connectors supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 43
These connectors are for RGB LED strips. Chapter 1 The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is operating. • The LED strip is purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-27 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 44
™ Technology. Intel® Optane Technology is only supported when using 8th Generation Intel® Processors. Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 45
1 12. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys of your liquid cooling system. You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to optimize the thermal efficiency of your liquid cooling system. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 1-29 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 46
The 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. Chapter 1 Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to the motherboard - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 47
2.1 Building your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. Chapter 2 Top of CPU Bottom of CPU ROG MAXIMUS X APEX Bottom of CPU 2-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 48
Top of CPU Chapter 2 • The CPU Installation Tool is only compatible on ASUS motherboards with a Intel® LGA1151 socket. • Ensure that the 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 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 49
2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 2-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 50
To install an AIO cooler Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 51
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. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 2-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 52
2.1.3 Motherboard installation 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 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 53
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 2-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 54
2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.6 SATA device connection OR 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 55
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector Chapter 2 To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector To install system speaker connector AAFP ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 2-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 56
2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 57
Chapter 2 2.1.9 Fan bracket installation To install the DIMM.2 FAN mount 1 2 3 3 4 5 5 • You may install up to two 50mm x 50mm fans or a single 100mm x 100 mm fan. • Fans are purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 2-11 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 58
latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 2. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. 3. Rename the file as M10A.CAP, then copy it to to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 59
2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS). Press this button to . Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 2-13 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 60
Chapter 2 • USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices. • Due to the design of the Intel chipset, all USB devices connected to the - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 61
2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2 Speakers ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 2-15 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 62
Chapter 2 Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 63
component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 2-17 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 64
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ASUS manual service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as M10A.CAP for this motherboard. • BIOS settings and options may vary due to different BIOS release versions. Please refer to the latest BIOS version for settings and options. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 66
navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 2.3.1 Rear does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 67
Keys Chapter 3 Menu items General help Last modified settings Go back to EZ Mode Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 68
menu bar displays the current settings of your fans. Use this button to manually tweak the fans to your desired settings. Refer to section 3.2.3 Q-Fan settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 69
code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 70
click EZ Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA information Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 71
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 72
configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 73
screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 74
4. Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I'm not sure, then click Next. 5. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning. Creating RAID To create RAID: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 2. - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 75
Yes to continue the RAID setup. 6. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-11 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 76
3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. 3-12 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 77
. 4. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-13 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 78
vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Ai Overclock Tuner Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 79
Enhancement [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default below power, current and specification limit. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-15 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 80
This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Intel(R) SpeedStep(tm) This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode This item allows you to automatically set the CPU cores to run faster than the base - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 81
Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.6 PCH-FW Configuration This item allows you to configure the firmware TPM. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 82
3.6.7 ROG Effects The items in this menu allow you to configure the LEDs on your motherboard and the functions for the Q-Code LED. [Auto] Auto-detects the M.2 device mode. [SATA mode] Only supports M.2 SATA devices. [PCIE mode] Only supports M.2 PCIE devices. USB Type C Power Switch [Auto] The - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 83
Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. 3.6.11 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-19 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 84
3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Q-fan Configuration Q-fan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 85
devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Secure Boot This item allows you to configure the Windows® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-21 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 86
installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 87
Erase is only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of this manual. Displays the available password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-23 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 88
3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple drive. 3.9.4 BIOS FlashBack This item allows you to manage BIOS settings between BIOS chips. 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure The ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure allows you to input and save values on the CPU core voltage, - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 89
slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-25 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 90
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 X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 91
BIOS by USB: 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 2. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-27 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 92
can support devices Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 2. Select via Internet. 3. Press and then press . Chapter 3 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. 5. Reboot the system when the update - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 93
, download the file at https://www.asus.com/support/ 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 BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 3-29 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 94
Chapter 3 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 95
of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 4 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 4-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 96
4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. 4. Go to the Boot menu > CSM (Compatibility Support Module) > Launch CSM, then set the item to [Disabled]. 5. Save your changes and exit - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 97
to create, and then press . 4. Under Select Disks, press and select X for the disks you want to include in the RAID set. Chapter 4 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 4-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 98
the Create Volume item is selected, press to create the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: RAID Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 99
, press , then select Yes to delete the RAID volume and return to the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology menu, or select No to cancel. Chapter 4 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 4-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 100
. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: RAID - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 101
Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Select 2 to 6 to use in creating the volume. [↑↓]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done Chapter 4 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 4-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 102
volume? (Y/N) 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: RAID Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 103
delete "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. Chapter 4 ROG MAXIMUS X APEX 4-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 104
RAID driver. 2. Insert the support USB drive with RAID driver into the USB port, and then click Browse. 3. Click the name of the device you've inserted, go to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 105
or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available Reserved for future AMI error codes (continued on the next page) ROG MAXIMUS X APEX A-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 106
not found Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 107
Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset (continued on the next page) ROG MAXIMUS X APEX - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 108
Appendix Q-Code table Code B4 B5 B6 B7 B8- BF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC Description USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 109
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX A-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 110
Appendix Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 111
in 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 commitment License. ROG MAXIMUS X APEX A-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 112
con le direttive correlate. Il testo completo della dichiarazione di conformità UE è disponibile all'indirizzo: www.asus.com/support ASUS www.asus.com/support ASUSTeK Computer Inc www.asus.com/support Hrvatski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim zahtjevima - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 113
Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ROG MAXIMUS X APEX A-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS X APEX | Users Manual English - Page 114
Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG MAXIMUS X APEX Conforms to the following specifications: FCC
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