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Motherboard ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | 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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 3
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 4
3-8 3.2.4 AI OC Guide 3-10 3.2.5 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-11 3.3 My Favorites 3-14 3.4 Main menu 3-16 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-16 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-24 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-25 3.9.3 ASUS User Profile 3-26 3.9.4 BIOS FlashBack 3-26 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information 3-26 3.9.6 ASUS - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 5
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-12 v - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 6
signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 7
motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: 1. 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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | 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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 9
ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Optimized for Intel® Core™ X-Series 10000 Processor Family, Intel® Core™ X-Series Processors Family(6-core above) on LGA 2066 Socket* Supports Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel® VROC) Supports - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 10
ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless & Bluetooth Audio Intel® Core™ X-Series Processors support with Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) 1 x DIMM.2 Module supports* - 2 x M .2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode) * DIMM.2_2 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 11
ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Intel® X299 Chipset - 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (at back panel) - 3 x USB 2.0 ports (2 at mid-board, 1 at back panel) ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Controller - 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (at - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 12
ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE specifications summary Special Features ASUS Exclusive Software Features Armoury Crate - Aura Sync - LiveDash - ASUS Node AI Suite 3 Ai Charger ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5 -Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU Insight, EPU Guidance, DIGI+ - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 13
ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE specifications summary Back I/O Ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x Clear CMOS Gen 1 connectors support additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports 1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 14
ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS Features Manageability Support USB contents Operating system Form factor 1 x NODE connector 1 x Safe Boot button are subject to change without notice. • Visit the ASUS website for the software manual. xiv - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 15
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application drive Documentation 1 x ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE motherboard 1 x 4-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Extension cable for RGB strips (80 cm) 1 x Extension - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 16
Power supply unit Intel® LGA 2066 CPU Intel® LGA 2066 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive 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. xvi - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 17
purchase. Refer to Package contents section for more information about the contents of your motherboard package. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-1 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 18
1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 19
1-29 1-26 1-27 1-32 1-21 1-28 1-21 1-18 1-23 1-22 1-30 1-25 1-13 1-31 1-22 1-14 1-12 1-13 1-12 1-10 1-10 1-11 1-9 1-9 1-31 1-19 1-28 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-3 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 20
Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA2066 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ X-series Processors. • Ensure 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/ - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 21
Chapter 1 1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (6-core or above) ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-5 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 22
unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. For Intel® Core™ X-Series Processors (6-core or above), you may install use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load or overclocking condition. ASUS website for the latest QVL. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 23
1.5 Expansion 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 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-7 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 24
Chapter 1 Recommended VGA configuration 48-LANE CPU Slot Description 1. PCIe 3.0/2.0 X16_1 2. PCIe 3.0/2.0 X4 (PCH) 3. PCIe 3.0/2.0 X16_2 4. PCIe 3.0/2.0 X16_3 5. M.2_1 (PCH) 6. M.2_2 (PCH) 7. DIMM.2_1 8. DIMM.2_2 Single VGA Dual VGA Triple VGA x16 x16 x16 x16 x16 Shares bandwidth with M.2_2 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 25
you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. FlexKey button (Reset) Press the FlexKey button to reboot the system. You may assign a different function to this button in the BIOS settings. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-9 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 26
Chapter 1 3. Safe Boot button The Safe Boot button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining the overclocked settings, allowing you to modify the settings causing a boot failure. Press this button at anytime to force the system to reboot into the Windows safe mode. 4. ReTry - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 27
Chapter 1 5. BIOS Switch button This motherboard comes with two BIOS chips. Press the BIOS Switch button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS_LEDs indicate which BIOS is currently selected. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-11 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 28
Chapter 1 1.7 Onboard switches 1. Slow Mode switch The system may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking settings. Enable the Slow Mode switch during LN2 benching to decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing you to keep track of - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 29
your system. 4. Full Speed Mode switch The Full Speed Mode switch allows you to set all connected fans to run at 100% PWM when enabled. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-13 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 30
1.8 Onboard jumpers 1. LN2 Mode jumper Set to pins 2-3 to optimize the motherboard to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully. Chapter 1 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 31
LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. The Q LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 2. BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs indicate which BIOS chip is currently in use. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-15 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 32
Chapter 1 3. DIMM LED The DIMM LED indicates when the corresponding memory channel is enabled. 4. Storage Device Activity LED The Storage Device Activity LED lights up or blinks when data is read from or written to the storage device or storage device add-on card. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 33
5. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected. Chapter 1 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-17 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 34
® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X299 chipset. • The connectors are set to [RAID Mode] by default. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 35
socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices. • The PCIe 3.0 x4 slot shares bandwidth with M.2_2. • M.2_1 and M.2_2 sockets support IRST (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology). The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-19 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 36
is aligned correctly with the DIMM.2 slot before inserting the card. • DIMM.2 module supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe storage devices. • These sockets support IRSTe (Intel® Rapid Storage Enterprise Technology). • DIMM.2_2 will be disabled when the PCIe runs - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 37
/s. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.2 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system's setting. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-21 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 38
of up to 480 MB/s connection speed. Chapter 1 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. Thermal Sensor connector The Thermal Sensor connector allows you to connect a sensor to monitor the temperature - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 39
connectors The Liquid Cooling System connectors allow you to connect sensors 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 cooling system. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-23 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 40
system. 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! • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the connector. • For - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 41
-Speed Q-Fan Controlled Shared Control A A - 11. Node connector The Node connector allows 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 RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-25 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 42
allows you to connect RGB LED strips. The AURA RGB LED connector supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating 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 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 43
based LED strips. The Addressable Gen2 LED connector supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground), motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 44
fan speeds when your system boots up. • Use the ROG LiveDash Utility to configure and customize the LiveDash OLED panel. • The LiveDash OLED displays a Q-Code that provides the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 45
power supply plugs are fully inserted. Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 6-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 1-29 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 46
17. System Panel connector The System Panel connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System Power LED connector (PLED) The 2-pin connector allows you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 47
to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio Intel® CPU RSTe. • The VROC hardware key is purchased separately. • Due to CPU behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe only supports Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (6-core or above) and Intel® SSD modules. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 48
1.11 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings using a corresponding voltage information. The illustration above is for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points may differ by model. 1-32 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 49
in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch properly sealed down. Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-1 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 50
Triangle mark Triangle mark Chapter 2 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 51
2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan, if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly: Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-3 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 52
To install an AIO cooler Chapter 2 W_PUMP+1/2 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 53
the two screws on the heatsink fan cover (A), then remove the heatsink fan cover to reveal a screw hole (B). Secure a screw into the screw hole (C). Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-5 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 54
3. Place eight (8) screws into the remaining holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 55
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-7 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 56
2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND • DO NOT connect the 6-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 6-pin power plugs. 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 57
2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-9 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 58
Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector USB 3.2 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 59
2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x4 cards Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-11 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 60
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. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 61
Chapter 2 2.1.9 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. 1 4 3 1 1 2 4 3 1 6 5 6 5 8 8 8 7 8 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-13 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 62
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 10 9 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 63
supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard or DIMM.2 card. • The DIMM.2 card is notched to aligned correctly with the DIMM.2 slot before inserting the card. • DIMM.2 module supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-15 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 64
dual band Wi-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 antenna is at least 20 cm away from - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 65
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 R6EE.CAP, then copy it to to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-17 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 66
Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel 8. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port E4 9. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C™ port EC3 10. USB 2.0 port 8. Supports BIOS FlashBack™ function. 11. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C™ port EC1 12. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 13. Color-coded - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 67
Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-19 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 68
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-channel Speakers 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 69
Chapter 2 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 2-21 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 70
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. 2.5 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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 71
manual service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as R6EE.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 RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 72
keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program motherboard to the default value. See section Rear I/O connection in your user manual 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 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 73
(F9) MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) AI OC Guide(F11) Scroll bar AURA ON/OFF(F4) Chapter 3 Menu items General help Last modified settings Go back to EZ Mode EZ Tuning Wizard Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status and prediction ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-3 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 74
, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (My Favorites, Extreme Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar Use this button to manually tweak the fans to your desired settings. Refer to section QFan Control for more information. AI OC Guide(F11) This button - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 75
QR 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: Chapter 3 Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-5 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 76
EZ Tuning Wizard This button allows you to view and configure the RAID settings of your system. Refer to section 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 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 77
AI OC Guide(F11) Search(F9) AURA ON/OFF(F4) Chapter 3 Enables or disables the PCIe & SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-7 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 78
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan 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 Select between different Q-Fan modes Select a profile to - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 79
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). Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-9 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 80
see on your screen. • This function is only 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 which highlights the recommended setup procedure and descriptions of the AI Overclocking. Clicking - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 81
to [RAID] mode, CPU, PCH or SATA, then click Next. • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors. 3. Select Yes to enable RAID. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-11 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 82
4. Click Next to proceed. Chapter 3 5. Select the type of storage for your RAID, Easy Backup or Super Speed, then click Next. a. For Easy Backup, click Next then select from Easy Backup (RAID 1) or Easy Backup (RAID 10). You can only select Easy Backup (RAID 10) if you connect four (4) HDDs. 3- - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 83
to continue the RAID setup. 7. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-13 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 84
3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. 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. Chapter 3 3-14 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 85
. 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 RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-15 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 86
performance. The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. The following item appears only when Ai Overclocking Tuner is set to [Manual]. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 87
you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the [Enabled] Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-17 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 88
] CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to manage and configure the CPU's power. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode This item allows you to automatically set the CPU - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 89
allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. [Intel RST Premium (RAID)] Set to [Intel RST Premium(RAID)] when you want to create a RAID to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-19 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 90
in this menu allow you to configure CPU storage configurations. Due to CPU behavior, CPU RAID functions with Intel® CPU RSTe only supports Intel® Core™ X-series Processor and Intel® SSD modules. Chapter 3 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration The items in this menu allow you to switch between PCIe - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 91
to section Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.6.12 PCH-FW Configuration This item allows you to configure the firmware TPM. 3.6.13 Network Stack Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-21 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 92
3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Q-fan Configuration Q-fan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. W_PUMP+ 1 / W_PUMP + 2 Control - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 93
the screen depends on the number of devices 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. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-23 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 94
Setup Animator This item allows you to enable or disable the Setup animator. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This 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 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 95
Erase is only supported on Intel SATA port. For more information about Intel SATA ports, refer to section Motherboard layout of this manual. Displays the available by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-25 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 96
SPD Information This item allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. 3.9.6 ASUS Armoury Crate This item allows you to enable or disable the ASUS Armoury Crate. The ASUS Armoury Crate is a fixed Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) table that provides Windows with a platform binary - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 97
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 .efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-27 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 98
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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 99
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 . Reboot the system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-29 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 100
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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 101
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 USB drive, or the USB flash ! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 3-31 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 102
Chapter 3 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 103
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 RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE 4-1 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 104
Chapter 4 4-2 Chapter 4: RAID Support - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | 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 RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE A-1 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | 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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 107
for ASL (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 Initialization System Reset (continued on the next page) ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE A-3 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | 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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 109
Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 Identification of the assembled product: INTEL instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE A-5 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | 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 Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 111
tout simplement dans un secteur mal couvert par le réseau. d. Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE A-7 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 112
September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Turkey RoHS AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 113
Appendix DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This be placed in municipal waste. Regional notice for California WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE A-9 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 114
clauses pertinentes de la directive 2014/53/EU. La déclaration de conformité de l'UE peut être téléchargée à partir du site internet suivant : https://www.asus.com/support/ Dans la plage de fréquence 5150-5350 MHz, le Wi-Fi est restreint à une utilisation en intérieur dans les pays listés dans le - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 115
om överensstämmelse finns på https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi som använder 5150-5350 MHz support/ Wi-Fi 5150-5350 AT BE BG CZ DK EE FR DE IS IE IT EL ES CY LV LI LT LU HU MT NL NO PL PT RO SI SK TR FI SE CH UK HR INTEL ROG RAMPAGE VI EXTREME ENCORE A-11 - Asus ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore | Users Manual English - Page 116
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