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    Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME
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    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
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    vi About this guide...vii ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi 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 Unit (CPU
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    Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.2.2 EZ Mode 3-7 3.2.3 QFan Control 3-8 3.2.4 AI OC Guide 3-10 3.2.5 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-11 3.3 My Favorites 3-13 3.4 Main menu 3-15 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-15 3.6 Advanced menu 3-
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    3.11 Updating BIOS 3-28 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-28 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-29 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-31 Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 Appendix Q-Code table...A-1 Notices ...A-5 ASUS contact information A-11 v
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    dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in
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    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
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    of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task
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    ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphic Multi-GPU support Storage Intel® socket 1151 for Intel® Core™ 9000 series, 8th Generation Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors Supports 14 nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * Intel
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    ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME specifications summary LAN Wireless & Bluetooth Audio USB Aquantia AQC-111C 5G LAN Intel® I219-V Gigabit LAN- Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard ROG /192kHz is not supported for 8-Channel audio
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    ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Aura - Aura Lighting Control - Aura RGB Strip Headers - Aura Addressable Strip Header - Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-way Optimization tuning perfectly
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    ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME specifications summary ROG Exclusive Features Back I/O Ports Extreme Engine Digi+ - MicroFine Alloy Choke - NexFET MOSFETs - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors Start Button Safe Boot Button ReTry Button Extreme Tweaker LN2 Mode ROG Exclusive Software - Mem Tweakit - RAMCache III
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    ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME specifications summary Internal connectors 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 headers support additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support RSVD switch 1 x DIMM.2 slot 1 x Thunderbolt header 1 x BIOS_SWITCH button (continued on the next
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    ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME specifications summary BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 2 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1 WOL, PXE Overwolf Kaspersky® Anti-Virus Daemon Tools Software WinRAR Windows® 10 64-bit Extended ATX Form Factor,
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    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application USB Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME motherboard 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 ROG Weave SATA 6Gb/s cable 1 x 5 pin Wafer cable 1 x 3-in-1 thermistor cable 1 x
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    ® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package
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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 XI EXTREME 1-1
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    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
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    4-pin EZ_PLUG) 2. LGA1151 CPU Socket 3. Fan and pump W_IN2; 2-pin W_OUT2; 3-pin W_FLOW2) 24. BIOS switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) 25. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin Node connector (12-1 pin NODE) 29. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) 30. Front panel audio 1-27 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-3
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    CPU) This motherboard supports Intel® Core™ 9000 series, 8th Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® processors on the LGA1151 package, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair
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    The motherboard comes with four 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 XI EXTREME 1-5
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    vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    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 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-7
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    card x8 x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. PCIe_x16_1 slot switches to x8 mode when PCIe_x16_2 slot is
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    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 XI EXTREME 1-9
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    by default, allowing memory re-training when the motherboard is unresponsive due to memory problems. The Mem_LED will light up while re-training, Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK
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    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 to be retried in quick succession to achieve a successful POST. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-11
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    due to the CPU being unstable 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. 7. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS chips. Press the
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    Chapter 1 8. RSVD switch (RSVD) This switch is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Please ensure the RSVD switch is set to Disabled. Setting this switch to Enabled may result in damages to your system. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-13
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    1.1.7 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 boot successfully. Chapter 1 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 2. BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is in use. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-15
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    written into or read from the hard disk drive. The LED does not light up when there is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 4. Memory LED (Mem_LED) The Mem_LED will light up and remain lit while the MemOK! II function
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    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. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-17
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    the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    module that supports HD Audio motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) This connector is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME
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    4. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_1) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 2 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. Chapter 1 5. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (20-1 pin U31G1_E12,
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    . DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 7. LED connectors (8-pin LED_CON1; 13-pin LED_CON2) These LED connectors are for connecting LED strips on your back I/O and PCH cover. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-21
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    RGB_HEADER1-2) These connectors are for RGB LED strips. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED
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    or WS2812B based LED strips. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up under the operating system. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME
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    most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 11. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I/O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six
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    Fan Extension Card section in this guide. Chapter 1 DO NOT forget to connect 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! ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-25
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    FAN Extension card is purchased separately. • W_PUMP+ function support depends on water cooling device. • Connect the fan of to monitor the temperature and flow rate of your liquid cooling system. You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to optimize the thermal efficiency of your liquid
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    of your third party monoblocks. Chapter 1 15. NODE connector (12-1 pin NODE) This connector allow you to connect a compatible PSU or control a compatible fan extension card. Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-27
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    16. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V_1-2; 4-pin EZ_PLUG) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
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    supports several BIOS settings. Pressing the power button for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME
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    Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 PCIe and SATA storage devices. • M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe storage devices. • These sockets support IRST (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology). The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 1-30 Chapter
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    is only supported by M.2_1 and M.2_1(DIMM.2) when sourced from the PCH. 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. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 1-31
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    ProbeIt 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. Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to the motherboard as
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    . DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-1
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    Chapter 2 2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-3
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    , ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. 2. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-5
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    2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin power plugs. 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-7
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    Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector USB 3.1 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To
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    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-9
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    To install FAN EXTENSION CARD Chapter 2 • The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. • The FAN Extension card is purchased separately. 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    Chapter 2 USB 3.1 TYPE A MINI DisplayPort IN THUUSNBD3E.R1 BTOYLPTE 3C USB 3.1 TYPE A MINI DisplayPort IN The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-11
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    2.1.9 M.2 installation Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.10 DIMM.2 installation • Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 1 2 4 3 5 7 6 Chapter 2 8 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 10 9 2-13
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    M.2 pads. • Intel® Optane Technology is only supported by M.2_1 and M.2_1(DIMM.2) when sourced from the PCH. Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models. Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-15
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    port. We recommend you to use a USB 2.0 storage device to save the 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 M11E.CAP, then copy it to your USB storage device
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    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 clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-17
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    Chapter 2 • USB 3.1 Gen 1/Gen 2 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to ports with matching data transfer rate. Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for
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    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Color-Coded LED I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2-channel Speakers ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-19
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    Chapter 2 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the BIOS setting. Press the power button for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 2-
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    Chapter 2 2-22 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    trained service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as M11E.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 XI EXTREME 3-1
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    the motherboard to the default value. See section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for the location of the Clear CMOS button to clear RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup
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    screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be Guide(F11) Scroll bar AURA ON/OFF(F4) Chapter 3 Menu items General help Last modified settings Go back to EZ Mode Hot Keys EZ Tuning Wizard Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status and prediction ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME
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    My Favorites, Extreme Tweaker, Guide(F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view the descriptions of AI overclocking and enable it. • Refer to section 3.2.4 AI OC Guide for more information. • This function is only enabled when using an unlocked CPU. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS
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    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: Chapter 3 keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-5
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    EZ Tuning Wizard This button allows you to view and configure the RAID settings of your system. Refer to section 3.2.5 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    press the hotkey for the advanced BIOS settings. To switch from Advanced Mode to EZ Guide(F11) Search(F9) AURA ON/OFF(F4) Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-7
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    QFan 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 to be configured Click to changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    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 the fans' operating speed. 3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-9
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    enabled when using an unlocked CPU. The AI OC Guide allows you to enable the Ai Overclocking feature, or view a quick guide of the Ai Overclocking feature enable Ai Overclocking. Chapter 3 Quick guide topics Click to view the previous topic in the quick guide Click to view Click to enable AI
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    connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors. 3. Select the port that you want to set to [RAID] mode, PCIE or SATA, then click Next. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-11
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    continue the RAID setup. 6. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    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. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-13
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    to open Setup Tree Map screen. 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items key to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter
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    the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to load the DIMM's complete default XMP profile. The [XMP I] and [XMP II] configuration option appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME
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    Overclocking Tuner to [XMP I], [XMP II], or [Manual]. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set the CPU specification, as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] Allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS 3: BIOS Setup
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    BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. CPU - Power Management Control 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 Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-17
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    the BIOS automatically Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.6 PCH-FW Configuration This item allows you to configure the firmware TPM. 3.6.7 Thunderbolt
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    , SATA ports 5/6 are disabled. Configuration options: [X2 Mode] [X4 Mode] CPU PCIE Configuration Mode This item allows you to configure the CPU PCIE configurations. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1 + PCIEX16_2] [DIMM.2_1 + PCIEX16_2] [DIMM.2_1 + DIMM.2_2] Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-19
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    This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.6.12 Network Stack Configuration The items in devices. NVM Express devices do not support SMART information. Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-21
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    compatibility. Launch CSM [Enabled] [Disabled] For better compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. The following items appear only
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    item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-23
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    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 : • Frozen. The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure. The BIOS guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing them
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    , CPU ratio, and Cache ratio. Load from profile This item allows you to load the previous values of the CPU Core Voltage, VCCSA Voltage, BCLK Frequency, CPU ratio, and Cache ratio. 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME
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    Crate This item allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Armoury Crate. The ASUS Armoury Crate is a fixed Advanced Configuration and Power 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
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    The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-27
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    version 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
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    the latest BIOS, and then press . 6. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 7. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-29
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    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 the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press . Chapter 3 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the
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    to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 3-31
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    Chapter 3 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration. For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME 4-1
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    Chapter 4 4-2 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found 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 XI EXTREME A-1
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    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 started
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    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 XI EXTREME
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    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 initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error. Out of
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    Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME A-5
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    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,
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    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 XI EXTREME A-7
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    quant à votre sécurité lors de l'utilisation de cet appareil dans certains lieux (les avions, les aéroports, les hôpitaux, les stations-service et les garages professionnels). b. Évitez d'utiliser cet appareil à proximité de dispositifs médicaux implantés. Si vous portez un implant électronique
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    Direktīvas 2014/53/ES būtiskajām prasībām un citiem citiem saistošajiem nosacījumiem. Pilns ES atbilstības paziņojuma teksts pieejams šeit: https://www.asus.com/support/ Wi-Fi darbība 5150-5350 MHz ir jāierobežo lietošanai telpās valstīs, kuras norādītas tālāk. ROG MAXIMUS XI EXTREME A-9
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    kraven och andra relevanta bestämmelser i direktiv 2014/53/EU. Fullständig text av EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse finns på https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi som använder 5150-5350 MHz kommer att begränsas för användning inomhus i de länder som anges i tabellen: ASUSTek Computer Inc 2014
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    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 XI EXTREME A-11
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