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    Motherboard Rampage Extreme
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    Edition V2 June 2008 Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL
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    Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x Rampage Extreme specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking
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    Kit 2-44 2.8.6 Installing DIY Pedestal 2-46 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-47 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-48 2.10.1 Using the OS shut down function 2-48 2.10.2 Using the dual function power switch 2-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update
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    Configuration 3-27 3.5.3 USB Configuration 3-29 3.5.4 PCI PnP 3-30 3.5.5 LCD Poster and LED Control 3-30 3.5.6 Other Configuration 3-32 3.6 Power menu 3-33 3.6.1 Suspend Mode 3-33 3.6.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume 3-33 3.6.3 ACPI 2.0 Support 3-33 3.6.4 ACPI APIC Support 3-33 3.6.5 APM
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    ASUS AI Nap 4-28 4.3.8 ASUS Fan Xpert 4-29 4.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 4-31 4.3.10 CPU Level Up 4-32 4.3.11 ROG Speeding HDD 4-33 4.4 RAID configurations 4-40 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-40 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-41 4.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 4-41 4.5 Creating a RAID driver
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    Contents A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST A-1 A.2.1 System requirements A-1 A.2.2 Using the EIST A-2 A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 Using the Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 A.4 Debug code table A-4 vii
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    . This equipment generates, uses and can 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 interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, make sure all cables
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    describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports as well as the debug code table for the LCD Poster. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides
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    the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    LAN LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dualcore / Celeron® processors Intel® 45nm multi-core CPU support Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors *Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® X48 / ICH9R with Intel® Fast
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    Rampage Extreme specifications summary High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking features ROG Special Features SupremeFX X-Fi Audio Card - ADI 2000B 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - EAX® Advanced™ HD 4.0 - X-Fi CMSS®-3D - X-Fi Crystalizer™ - Creative ALchemy - Supports
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    16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, ��S�M��B��IO��S�2��.4�,�A��C�P�I�2�.�0�a��M�u�l�ti�-�L�a�n�g�u�a�g�e��B�I�O�S� WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Fusion Block System Accessory Optional Thermal Kit for NB and MOS SupremeFX X-Fi Audio Card LCD Poster ASUS Optional Fan DIY
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    Rampage Extreme specifications summary Software Form Factor Support DVD: - Drivers and applications - ASUS PC Probe II - ASUS Update - ASUS AI Suite - Sound Blaster X-Fi utility - Futuremark® 3DMark® 06 Advanced Edition - Kaspersky® Anti-virus software ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm
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    xvi
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    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
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    Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 ROG Rampage Extreme
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    �e�FX�X�-F�i A�u�dio�C�a�rd LCD Poster ASUS Optional Fan DIY Pedestal 3-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit EL I/O Shield Cable ties Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. ROG Rampage Extreme 1-1
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    elite club, make your presence felt, in the Republic of Gamers. Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo processors in the LGA775 package. It is excellent for multi-tasking, multi-media and
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    page 2-22 for details. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals & other PC portable devices. See pages 2-22 and 2-28 for details. ROG Rampage Extreme 1-3
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    uses all high-quality Japan-made conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with
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    in the BIOS, allowing for even higher performance enhancements. The "Extreme" ROG motherboard with the Extreme Engine even armed with high-performance MLCaps, ensuring extra edge during extreme overclocking. With the power efficiency as high as 96%, ASUS ROG motherboards with the Extreme Engine
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    cost with ROG's CPU Level Up! Simply choose a processor you want to OC to, and the motherboard will do the rest for you. See the new CPU speed and enjoy the performance instantly! Overclocking is never as easy as this. See pages 3-12 and 4-32 for details. Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is
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    support for the CPU is critical during overclocking. The Loadline calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under heavy loading. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1.3.3 ROG and translates the errors on the LCD ROG Rampage Extreme 1-7
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    heat generating components. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature
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    -friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using a USB flash disk without entering the OS. You can update your BIOS in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility. See pages 3-4 and 3-43 for details. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    Parameter Recall) When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to open the system chassis to clear CMOS data. Simply reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for each parameter. Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required before
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    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information
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    Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.6 Slide switch and jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-22 2.8 Installing accessories 2-39 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-47 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-48 ROG Rampage Extreme
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    in BIOS. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the CPU LED and the table below for LED definition. CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000-1.50000 1.50000-1.60000 High (yellow) 1.50625-1.69375 1.62000-1.80000 Crazy (red) 1.70000- 1.82000- ROG Rampage Extreme 2-1
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    LED Refer to the illustration below for the location of the memory LED and the table below for LED definition. DRAM Voltage or the South Bridge 1.5V Voltage. You can select the voltage to display in BIOS. Refer to the illustration below for the location of the northbridge/southbridge LEDs and the
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    not light up when there is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 5. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up to indicate that the till the flash stops before you press the power-on switch. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-3
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    2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout X-Fi SUPREMEFX Listen with Absolutely HD Refer to pages 2-22 and 2-31 for details about the audio jacks and connectors on this card. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    (7-pin SATA1-6 [blue]) 8. SIL5723 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SPEEDING HDD1/2 [black]) 9. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW) 10. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 11. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78; USB910; USB1112) 12. BIOS flash setting (6-pin BIOS_FLASHBACK) 13. Power-on switch 14
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    in the image below. 2.2.5 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-7
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    2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. Before installing the CPU, make sure that damage to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you are installing a CPU. Retention tab A B Load lever 3. Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow
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    alignment key into the CPU notch. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! CPU notch Alignment key the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-9
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    then push the load lever (B) until it snaps into A the retention tab. B The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. Refer to the Appendix for more information
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    the holes on the motherboard. B 2. Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in place. A B A A B B A 1 1 Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that the CPU fan cable is closest to the CPU fan connector. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-11
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    CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Disconnect the CPU fan
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    2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512 MB, 1 Memory Configurations Mode Single-Channel Dual-channel (1) Dual-channel (2) DIMM_A1 - - - Populated Sockets DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 - - Populated - Populated - Populated Populated DIMM_B2 Populated - Populated Populated ROG Rampage Extreme
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    Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendormarked or at a higher frequency, see section 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • The memory modules may require a better
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    slots or the white slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • C*: Supports four modules inserted into both the blue and white slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR3-1600/1333/1067/800MHz QVL. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-15
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    system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. To install a DIMM 1. Unlock a DDR3 DIMM socket clips outward to unlock 1 the DIMM. 1 DDR3 DIMM notch Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The
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    (if your motherboard is already installed drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    motherboard USB controller 1 - - - - - - shared USB controller 2 - - - shared - - - - USB controller 3 - - shared - - - - - USB controller 4 shared - - - - - - - USB controller 5 - - - - - shared - - USB controller 6 - - shared - - - - - USB 2.0 controller
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    cards from the same GPU family that support CrossFireX™ mode. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled OPT_FAN1/2/3 for better thermal environment. See page 2-29 for the connector location. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-19
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    RTC when the system hangs due to CPU overclocking. With the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature, shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset CPU parameter settings to default values. If the system hangs due to overclocking of memory timing or chipset voltage and the power
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    from BIOS 2. Refer to 3.7.3 BIOS Boot Priority for further information. BIOS LED When the BIOS backup starts, the system will enter the soft-off state and the BIOS LED will blink to indicate that the backup is proceeding. Refer to 3.8.4 BIOS Flashback for further information. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. 3. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or portable devices. 4. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area
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    Pink Orange Black Gray USB 2.0 devices. 16. Clear CMOS switch. Press the clear CMOS switch to clear setup information when the system hangs due to overclocking. 17. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    2.7.2 Internal connectors 1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY) This connector is for the provided floppy disk drive (FDD) signal cable. Insert one end of the cable to this connector, then connect the other end to the signal connector at the back of the floppy disk drive. Pin 5 on the
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    are three connectors on each Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable: blue, black, and gray. Connect the blue connector to the motherboard's IDE connector, then select one of the following modes to configure your Select," make sure all other device jumpers have the same setting. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-25
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    SATA as item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 3.4.6 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install the Windows® XP Service Pack 1 before using Serial ATA
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    the two SATA hard drives before using Speeding HDD function. In EZ Backup mode, data stored in the drive connected to SPEEDING HDD2 port will be erased. In Super Speed mode, data stored in both drives will be erased. Refer to 4.3.11 ROG Speeding HDD for more information. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-27
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    of the system chassis. 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! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install
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    fan connectors! • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1-3, and OPT_FAN1-3 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labled OPT_FAN1/2/3 for better thermal environment. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-29
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    to monitor temperature. The optional fan1/2/3 can work with the temperature sensors for a better cooling effect. Enable OPT FAN1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you connect thermal sensor cables to these connectors. Refer to page 3-36 for details. 9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS
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    of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, make sure that the Front Panel Support Type item in the BIOS is audio connector Front panel audio connector Digital audio connector ROG Rampage Extreme 2-31
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    system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    12. ROG connector (2-pin ROG) This connector is for the box labeled as Republic of Gamers on the heatpipe assembly. Connect the cable of the box to this connector, and the box lights up when the system is on. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-33
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    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2- turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns
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    front panel cable labels. 2. Install the ASUS Q-Connector to the system panel connector, making sure the orientation matches the labels on the motherboard. 3. The front panel functions are now enabled. The figure shows the Q-Connector properly installed on the motherboard. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-35
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    2.7.3 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to wake/power up the system. 2.
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    the LCD Poster to the LCD_CON connector on the motherboard. 2. Turn on the system. After the power-on self tests (POST), the LCD Poster shows system time. 3. Press the CONFIRM button to enter TweakIt options and configure your own settings with TOGGLE, CONFIRM, and SELECT. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-37
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    . 1 HWINFO 2 DYNAOV 3 DYNAOC 4 BIOS Options 1 VOLT 2 TEMP 3 FAN 4 FREQ 1 DDR 2 NB 3 VCORE 4 VTTCPU 5 CPUPLL 6 SB1_5V 7 SB1_1V FRQXXX 1 BOOT SEL 2 UPDATE 0 ALL 1 VTTCPU 2 VTTDDR 3 NB 4 CPUPLL 5 SB1_5V 6 SB1_1V 7 DDR 8 CPU 0 ALL 1 OPT_1 2 OPT_2 3 OPT_3 4 POWER 5 NB 6 SB 7 MB 0 ALL 1 CPUFAN 2 PWRFAN
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    fits the heatsink, and then connect on the motherboard. the fan cable. • Plug the optional fan cable to the CHA_FAN3 or OPT_FAN1/3 connector on the motherboard. • Make sure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to the fan and motherboard components. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-39
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    out the audio card from the package. 2. Locate the audio slot on the motherboard. 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card sits on the slot completely. 4. The photo below shows the audio card installed on the motherboard. 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    chassis by snaping it in place from it to the chassis. Make sure that the inside. motherboard external ports fit the shield openings. 3. Locate the EL_CON connector 4. Thread the LCD Poster connector. 6. Place the LCD Poster on the chassis or to wherever you like. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-41
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    2.8.4 Installing Fusion Block System accessory Install your watercooling system to the motherboard using the bundled accessories to obtain the best thermal solution. Package contents 3/8" ID tubes x 2 1/2" to 3/8" ID fittings x 2 10mm to 3/8" ID fittings x 2 3/4" ID tube clamps x 2 1/2" ID
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    5 for another tube. Make sure that both tubes are well connected to prevent leak, and then fill the coolant into the reservoir. 5 6 Follow the installation instructions to prevent leak and damage to the motherbaord! ROG Rampage Extreme 2-43
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    use. screw holes. 3. Fasten the NB Thermal Kit to the heatpipe assembly with the screws you removed in Step 1. 4. To install the optional fan, fit the fan to the grooved edge of the heatsink. 5. Carefully pull the fan until it snugly 6. Connect the fan cable to the fits the heatsink. OPT_FAN1
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    Kit 1. Loosen the MOS heatsink screws 2. Place the MOS Thermal Kit on the and remove the heatsink. Keep heatpipe assembly and align the the two screws for later use. screw holes. 3. Fasten the MOS Thermal Kit to the heatpipe assembly with the screws you removed in Step 1. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    2.8.6 Installing DIY Pedestal 1. Take out the DIY Pedestal from the motherboard package. 2. Arrange and stick the DIY Pedestal to the back of your motherboard. 3. Place the motherboard with the DIY Pedestal as desired to get more efficient heat dissipation. • The tape on the rubber studs is for one-
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    ) No memory detected One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Hardware component failure 7. At power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-47
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    is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system to sleep mode or to soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the
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    This chapter tells how to change the BIOS se3tup system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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    Chapter summary 3 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-8 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-11 3.4 Main menu 3-20 3.5 Advanced menu 3-25 3.6 Power menu 3-33 3.7 Boot menu 3-38 3.8 Tools menu 3-43 3.9 Exit menu 3-46 ROG Rampage Extreme
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    Internet Service Provider (ISP). Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu appears. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your system. ROG Rampage Extreme 3-1
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    update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS
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    . The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. Rampage.ROM Rampage ROG Rampage Extreme 3-3
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    + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. Save the BIOS file to a floppy disk or a USB flash disk, then restart the system. 3. You can launch the EZ Flash
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    to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using the AFUDOS utility: 1. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. Save the BIOS file to a bootable floppy disk. ROG Rampage Extreme 3-5
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    You need to type the exact BIOS filename at the DOS prompt. 2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable floppy disk verifies the file and starts updating the BIOS. A:\>afudos /iExtreme.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB
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    the updating process. • Only the USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition can support ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3. The device size should be smaller than 8GB. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! ROG Rampage Extreme 3-7
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    program This motherboard supports two programmable firmware chips that you can update using the provided utility described in section 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to "Run Setup." This
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    3.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Extreme Tweaker Main Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system another. ROG Rampage Extreme 3-9
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    . 3.2.9 General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item. Pop-up window Scroll bar 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    malfunction. Extreme Tweaker Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings TweakIt/EPU-Six Engine [TweakIt] CPU Level Up [Auto] Memory Level Up [Auto] Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] CPU Configuration * CPU Clock Skew
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    to select a CPU level, and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically. Allows you to select a memory level, and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically. The following item appears only when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [X.M.P]. eXtreme Memory Profile [Profile #1] Allows
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    Crazy] OC From Memory Level Up [Auto] After you select a CPU level and set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual], the FSB Frequency CPU model. CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. See the screen on the next page. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY Configure advanced CPU settings Manufacturer:Intel Brand String:Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU E6750 @ 2.66GHz Frequency :2.81GHz FSB Speed :1333 MHz Cache L1 :64 KB Cache L2 :4096 KB Ratio Status:Unlocked (Max:08.0, Min:06.0) Ratio Actual Value: 7 CPUID :
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    CPU/memory Manual] The following items become configurable when you set DRAM Timing Control to [Manual]. 1st Information : 7-7-7-20-5-88-12-6 (These values are auto-detected) CAS# Latency [5 DRAM Clocks] Configuration options: [4 DRAM Clocks] [5 DRAM Clocks]-[11 DRAM Clocks] ROG Rampage Extreme
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    Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks]-[31 DRAM Clocks] READ to PRE Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks]-[15 DRAM Clocks] 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    Light] [Moderate] [Strong] [Stronger] Ai Transaction Booster [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] C/P : A1 A2 (These values are auto-detected) LVL : 07 07 (These values are auto-detected) The following items appears when you set Ai Transaction Booster to [Manual]. ROG Rampage Extreme 3-17
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    is determined by DRAM frequency and FSB strap. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EPU II Phase Control [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Full Phase] The following items-CPU Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage, FSB Termination Voltage, North Bridge Voltage, DRAM Voltage, South Bridge 1.5 Voltage
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    memory reference voltage. Different voltage might enhance NB memory overclocking ability. You can also use the and keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3_REF-30mV] [DDR3_REF-20mV] [DDR3_REF-10mV] [DDR3_REF+10mV] [DDR3_REF+20mV] [DDR3_REF+30mV] ROG Rampage Extreme
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    for southbridge LED definition. The values range from 1.05V to 2.00V with a 0.013V interval. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance FSB overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance
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    drive installed. Configuration options: [Disabled] [720K , 3.5 in.] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] 3.4.4 Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [Chinese BIG5] [Chinese (GB)] [Japanese] [Français] [German] [English] ROG Rampage Extreme 3-21
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    Megatrends, Inc. The BIOS automatically detects the values opposite the dimmed items (Device, Vendor, Size, LBA Mode, Block Mode, PIO Mode, Async device supports this mode, and if the device was not previously formatted with LBA mode disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] Block (Multi
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    RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, or the Intel® Matrix Storage Technology configuration from the Serial ATA hard disk drives, set this item to [RAID]. If you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices, keep the defaul setting [IDE]. ROG Rampage Extreme 3-23
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    hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. Hard Disk Write Protect [Disabled] Disables or enables device write protection. This will be effective only if device is accessed through BIOS. Confiuration option: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Detect Time
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    , Inc. ASUS BIOS Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. Processor Displays the auto-detected CPU specification. System Memory Displays the auto-detected system memory. BIOS Status Displays which BIOS the system boots and the way BIOS bootup selection is made. ROG Rampage Extreme 3-25
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    allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Extreme Tweaker Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP LCD Poster and LED Control Other Configuration Set Chipset, DRAM, and Clock related
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    module supports. Configuration options: [AC97] [HD Audio] PCIE GigaBit LAN 1/2 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] VIA Firewire1394 [Enabled] Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ROG Rampage Extreme 3-27
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    port will be erased. In Super Speed mode, data stored in both drives will be erased. • Refer to 4.3.11 ROG Speeding HDD for more information. Update To Normal Mode [Press Enter] In this mode, both SPEEDING HDD1 and SPEEDING HDD2 ports function as ordinary SATA ports. 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Port 64/60 Emulation [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the I/O port 60h/64h emulation support. This item should be enabled for the complete USB keyboard legacy support for non-USB aware OS. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Rampage Extreme 3-29
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    Poster and LED Control BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced ROG Logo LCD Poster Backlight LCD Poster Backlight(S5) LCD Poster Mode [Enabled] [Turn Off] [Turn Off] [Current Time] Voltiminder LED CPU LED Selection NB LED Selection SB LED Selection Motherboard Light [Enabled] [Vcore
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    : [All Voltage] [All Temperature] [All Fan Speed] Voltiminder LED [Enabled] Allows you to enable CPU LED Selection [Vcore] Allows you to switch the onboard CPU LED display between CPU voltage [Vcore] and CPU PLL voltage [CPU PLL]. Configuration options: [Vcore] [CPU [SB 1.5] ROG Rampage Extreme 3-31
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    on/off the motherboard light. Configuration options: [Turn On] [Turn Off] 3.5.6 Other Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced to the other BIOS. You have to use BIOS file for backup. Switch: system will auto change to the other BIOS. You can use BIOS Flashback for Update iROG CrashBIOS
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    to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). When set to Enabled, the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Rampage Extreme 3-33
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    3.6.5 APM Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power APM Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss [Power Off] Power On By RTC Alarm Power On ] Allows you to enable or disable the PCIE devices to generate a wake event. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    3.6.6 Hardware Monitor BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Hardware Monitor Voltage Monitor Temperature Monitor Fan Speed Monitor Fan Speed Control Voltage Monitor Voltage Monitor CPU Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; damage. Configuration optitons: [Disabled] [70ºC] [80ºC] [90ºC] ROG Rampage Extreme 3-35
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    of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows 0. These items are not user‑configurable. Fan Speed Control BIOS SETUP UTILITY Power Fan Speed Control CPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] POWER FAN Control [Disabled] OPTFan1 Control Di�sa
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    : [50] [60] [70] [80] [90] [100] OPTFan1/2/3 Full Speed Temp [60˚C] Allows you to set the temperature at which the power fan rotates at full speed. This item appears when the OPTFan1/2/3 Control item is set to [Q-Fan Mode]. Configuration options: [60˚C] [70˚C] [80˚C] 90˚C] ROG Rampage Extreme 3-37
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    3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY �M�a�i�n A�d�v�a�n��c�e�d P�o�w�e�r� Boot Tools Exit Boot Settings Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration
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    set to [Disabled], BIOS performs all the POST error occurs. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hit 'DEL' Message Display [Enabled] When set to Enabled, the system displays the message "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Rampage Extreme
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    flash setting (6-pin BIOS_FLASHBACK) in 2.6 Slide switch and jumper for further information. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Now BIOS status : BIOS1 BIOS Boot Selection : BIOS Menu Forced BIOS Boot from BIOS1 BIOS2 BIOS1 Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and
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    Change Supervisor Password then press . The message "Password Uninstalled" appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Slide switch and jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ROG Rampage Extreme 3-41
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    After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password :Not Installed :Not Installed to change password. again to disabled password. Change
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    BIOS ROM Utility V3.25 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: Rampage Extreme VER: 0121 DATE: 06/16/2008 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit ROG Rampage
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    V1.25 Current CMOS BOARD: Rampage Extreme VER: 0121 DATE: 06/16/08 PATH: A:\ A: Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC] Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move • This function can support devices such as USB flash disk or floppy disk
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    3.8.3 AI NET 2 Ai Net 2 Pair Status Length BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Check Marvell LAN cable during POST. Check Marvell LAN cable [Disabled] Select checking of the LAN cable during the Power-On Self‑Test (POST). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Rampage Extreme 3-45
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    menu allows you to back up or restore BIOS content from BIOS 1 to BIOS2, and vice versa. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Tools Now BIOS status BIOS Boot Selection BIOS Update BIOS1 to BIOS2 BIOS2 to BIOS1 : BIOS1 : BIOS Menu BIOS1 to BIOS2 Only current operating BIOS can be mirrored. System will enter the
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    program. If you made changes to fields other than System Date, System Time, and Password, the BIOS asks for a confirmation before exiting. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you other changes before saving the values to the non-volatile RAM. ROG Rampage Extreme 3-47
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    3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 4 Software support
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    Chapter summary 4 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.3 Software information 4-9 4.4 RAID configurations 4-40 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-49 ROG Rampage Extreme
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    . Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-1
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    the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. Intel Chipset Inf Update Program Installs the Intel® chipset inf update program. SoundMAX ADI Audio Driver Installs the SoundMAX® ADI2000B audio driver and application. Marvell 61xx SATA Controller Driver Installs the Marvell® 61xx SATA controller driver
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    Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ROG Rampage Extreme 4-3
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    fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. Do not install ASUS PC Probe II if you use the TweakIt function. Operating both functions simultaneously might damage your motherboard
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    Installs the Corel MediaOne Starter application to easily manage, edit share and protect your multimedia data. Ulead Burn.Now create the Intel ICH9R driver disk. Intel ICH9R 32/64 bit RAID/AHCI Driver Disk Allows you to create an ICH9R 32/64bit RAID/AHCI driver disk. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-5
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    (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 4.2.6 Video menu Click the Video tab to display a list of video clips. Click the video titles to watch ROG users' outstanding performances with ROG motherboards. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-7
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    Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format. Technical support form Displays the ASUS Technical Support Request Form that you have to fill out when requesting technical support. Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text
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    Select Update BIOS from a file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click Next. The ASUS MyLogo window appears. 6. From the left window pane, select the folder that contains the image you intend to use as your boot logo. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-9
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    the boot image to your desired size by selecting a value on the Ratio box. 9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, flash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo. 10. After flashing the BIOS, restart the computer to display the new boot logo during POST. 4-10 Chapter 4: Software
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    on the Virtual Cable Tester™ main window is disabled if no problem is detected on the LAN cable(s) connected to the LAN port(s). • If you want the system to check the status of the LAN cable before entering the OS, enable the item Post Check LAN Cable in the BIOS Setup. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-11
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    X-Fi audio card installed to the motherboard, you will be able to enjoy excellent Drivers tab and click SoundMAX ADI Audio Driver. 3. Follow the screen instructions to complete installation. 4. Click the support in each utility control panel to know more about them. Double-click the Volume Panel
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    Main Panel The Main Panel displays all the features and functions your SupremeFX X-Fi audio card supports. Click each icon to configure the following settings (from left to right): Speakers and Headphone, EAX to test speaker sound in turn Click to test speaker noise in turn ROG Rampage Extreme 4-13
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    adjust effects X-Fi Crystalizer Panel Enable X-Fi Crystalizer to obtain more audio dynamics. Click to enable X-Fi Crystalizer Drag to adjust effects 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Mixer Panel This panel allows you to select a recording device and adjust recording/playback devices volume. Drag to adjust volume Click to select a recording device ROG Rampage Extreme Click to adjust volume Click to mute volume 4-15
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    4.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II PC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. PC Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Because PC Probe II is software-based, you can start
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    Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert When a system sensor detects a problem deactivate. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-17
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    panels The hardware monitor panels display the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. The hardware monitor panels come in two display modes: hexagonal (large panel. Click to increase value Click to decrease value 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support
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    DMI (Desktop Management Interface) browser. This browser displays various desktop and system information. Click the plus sign (+) before DMI Information to display the available information. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-19
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    information on the CPU, hard disk drive space, and memory usage. Click to display the Usage browser. CPU usage The CPU tab displays realtime CPU usage in line graph representation. If the CPU has an enabled represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space. 4-20 Chapter 4: Software support
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    the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available physical memory. Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window has two ignores your changes Loads your saved configuration Saves your configuration ROG Rampage Extreme 4-21
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    Fan Control. Installing 6 Engine To install 6 Engine on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab and then click ASUS EPU-Six Engine. 3. Follow the screen instructions
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    6 Engine main menu Displays CPU Power and Total CPU Energy Saving Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected. Lights up when power the Renew button . *• Click Total to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you launched 6 Engine. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-23
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    drives when they are not accessed after a certain time. • CPU Loadline: Sets up the CPU loadline to manage CPU power saving. • Light: Saves CPU power to the minimum level. • Medium: Saves CPU power to the medium level. • Heavy: Saves CPU power to the highest level. 4-24 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Downclocking -1% to -50% Small/Medium/ High On/Off Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours Light/Medium/ Heavy Keep Bios Setting/Slow Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours Light/Medium/ Heavy Keep Bios Setting/Quiet Never/After 3 mins-After 5 hours ROG Rampage Extreme 4-25
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    support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has an enabled Autorun feature. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite. 3. Follow the screen instructions launch AI Nap Click to launch CPU Level Up Click to launch Fan Xpert Chapter 4: Software support
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    window to open the monitor window. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-27
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    4.3.7 ASUS AI Nap This feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. Enable this feature for minimum power consumption and a more quiet system operation. After installing AI Suite from the bundled support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-
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    Fan or Chassis Fan. Click to open the Calibration wiondow Dropdown list button Click to display the dropdown list and select a fan profile mode Click to display the current CPU temperature and the fan speed ratio Click to save the setup Click to cancel the Fan Xpert utility ROG Rampage Extreme
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    mode allows you to change the CPU fan profile under certain limitation. For Chassis Fan, only Disable/Standard/Silent/Turbo modes could be selected. Click to close the Calibration window Click to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratio 4-30 Chapter 4: Software support
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    and click the AI Booster button on the AI Suite main window. The options on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-31
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    on the AI Suite main window. The options on the taskbar allow you to select the CPU level and adjust CPU frequency/ratio. You can also create an overclocking profile. The items you are allowed to adjust in the may vary, depending on your motherboard features. 4-32 Chapter 4: Software support
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    that you have installed the Marvell 61xx driver to the system. • When the Speeding HDD mode in BIOS setup is configured as EZ Backup or Super Speed, ensure that you install two hard disks to the SPEEDING1/2 connectors. Otherwise, the HDD LED on the front panel flashes. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-33
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    erases all original data in the hard disk connected to the SPEEDING HDD2 connector on the motherboard. Back up the data in this hard disk before using this disk connected to the SPEEDING HDDD2 connector will be erased. Click Ok to continue. 4. The setup is completed. 5. The Speeding HDD icon on the
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    hard disks will be erased. Click Ok to continue. 4. The setup is completed. 5. The Speeding HDD icon on the Windows® notification area turns green to indicate that Super Speed is set up successfully. If one hard disk is corrupt, all data in both hard disks will be lost. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-35
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    SPEEDING HDD1 connector on the motherboard. Speeding HDD 3. The setup is completed. HDD blue Speeding HDD blue Speeding Normal Mode 4. The Speeding HDD icon on the Windows® notification area turns gray to indicate that the Speeding HDD function is disabled. 4-36 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Partitioning volumes You have to partition volumes for the hard disk after Speeding HDD configuration. To partition volumes: 1. Right-click My Computer on the first. 3. A New Partition Wizard screen appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the volume partition. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-37
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    Click to open the Event Log list Click to open the Setup Password window Click to open the Firmware Update window Click to open the Help menu Click to hide the setup window Click to return to the Scheduledd Displays the date and time for the setup schedule. 4-38 Chapter 4: Software support
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    that might be helpful for troubleshooting and locating a system malfunction. Click Refresh to update the event log list; Update Allows you to update the firmware. Click Browse to locate the firmware file that you want to update. Then click Download to start the update process. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    4.4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH9R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and hard disk drive included in a created RAID set, copy first the RAID driver from the support DVD to a floppy disk before you install an operating system to the selected
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    display the configuration options. 4. Select [RAID] from the Configure SATA as item options, then press . 5. Save your changes, then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to the system or the motherboard user guide for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-41
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    disk drives that are connected to the Serial ATA connectors supported by the Southbridge. To enter the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utility: 1. Install all the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may
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    and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH9R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-43
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    for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press . The default value indicates menu, or to go back to the Create Volume menu. 4-44 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH9R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] return to main menu or to go back to Create Volume menu. ROG Rampage Extreme 4-45
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    following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH9R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 5. Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press
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    Volume and press . The following screen appears. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.0.0.1027 ICH9R wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-08 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] /down arrow key to select RAID 5(Parity), and then press . ROG Rampage Extreme 4-47
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    server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. Enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and then press . The default value indicates menu or to go back to the Create Volume menu. 4-48 Chapter 4: Software support
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    an Intel® ICH9R RAID driver disk. 4. Insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive or connect a USB flash disk if you are using Windows Vista OS. 5. Follow succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid computer virus infection. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    ® Vista: 1. Insert the floppy disk/USB device with RAID driver into the floppy disk drive/USB port. 2. During the OS installation, select Intel(R) SATA RAID Controller (Desktop ICH9R). 3. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. 4-50 Chapter 4: Software support
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    The Appendix describes the CPU features Appendix: CPU featAures and technologies that the motherboard supports as well as the debug code table for the LCD Poster.
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    Chapter summary A A.1 Intel® EM64T A-1 A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST A-1 A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 A.4 Debug Code Table A-4 ROG Rampage Extreme
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    is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating systems. • The motherboard comes with a BIOS file that supports EM64T. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS file. See Chapter 4 for
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    A.2.2 Using the EIST To use the EIST feature: 1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup. 2. Go to the Advanced Menu, highlight CPU Configuration, then press . 3. Set the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep (tm) Tech. item to [Enabled], then press . See page 3-14 for details. 4. Press <
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    . 2. Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper‑Threading Technology is set to [Enabled]. The BIOS item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper­‑Threading Technology. 3. Restart the computer. ROG Rampage Extreme A-3
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    09 buffer 1. Program CPU internal MTRR (Pentium class CPU) for 0-640K memory address. 2. Initialize the APIC for Pentium class CPU. 3. Program early chipset according to CMOS setup. Example: onboard IDE controller. 4. Measure CPU speed. 5. Invoke video BIOS. Initialize VGA BIOS 1. Initialize multi
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    error CMOS error Mouse error HDD smart function error Hard monitor error AI NET error Case open Clear EPA or customization logo. 1. Call chipset power management hook. 2. Recover the text fond used by EPA logo (not for full screen logo) 3. If password is set, ask for password. ROG Rampage Extreme
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    FINAL INIT ROM NUM LOCK UPDT DMI INT 19H Initialize PnP boot devices 1. USB final Initialization 2. NET PC: Build SYSID structure 3. Switch screen back to text mode 4. Set up ACPI table at top of memory. 5. Invoke ISA adapter ROMs 6. Assign IRQs to PCI devices 7. Initialize APM 8. Clear noise of
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