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Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 2
service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL https://www.asus.com/support/ or (2) problems - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 3
guide...vii ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard 2-12 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-14 2.3 Motherboard rear and - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 4
ASUS Secure Erase 3-25 3.9.3 ASUS User Profile 3-26 3.9.4 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-26 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information 3-27 3.9.6 Graphics Card Information 3-27 3.10 Exit menu 3-27 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-28 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-28 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-29 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | 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-9 v - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 6
service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 7
of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 8
of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 9
ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Graphic Multi-GPU support Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 10
ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO specifications summary Storage LAN Audio Intel® Z390 Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and Intel Rapid Storage Technology support - 1 x M .2_1 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIE 3.0 x 4 and SATA modes)* - 1 x M .2_2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/ - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 11
ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Intel® Z390 Chipset - 4 x U SB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (2 ports at back panel [blue], 2 ports at - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors Start Button Retry Button Extreme Tweaker ROG Exclusive Software - Mem Tweakit - RAMCache III - RAMDisk - - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 12
ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO specifications summary Special Features Back I/O ports AURA - Aura Lighting Control - Aura RGB Strip Headers - Aura Addressable Strip Headers - Aura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 13
ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO specifications summary Internal I/O Ports 2 x AURA Addressable strip headers 2 x AURA RGB strip headers 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector 1 x M.2_1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 14
ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO specifications summary BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1 WOL, PXE WinRAR Overwolf Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Software Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" ( - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 15
x ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO motherboard 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension Cable for RGB Addressable strips 1 x SLI™ HB bridge (2-way-M) 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x M.2 screws package 1 x ROG Thank you card 1 x ROG sticker 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 16
compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA1151 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) The tools and components above are not included in the motherboard - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 17
Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 18
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 19
(START) 9. RESET button (RESET) 10. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_2) 11. Intel® Z390 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; SATA6G_34; SATA6G_56) 12. Water in, water out, and water 1-15 1-14 1-22 1-17 1-21 1-17 1-19 1-16 1-11 1-10 1-19 1-15 1-25 1-22 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 20
motherboard supports Socket 1151 for 9th / 8th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® processors, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 21
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 22
mapped for single-channel operation. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 Mb (64 MB compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 23
removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot 5 PCIe 3.0 x1_3 slot 6 PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 24
or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal M.2 X16 series card configuration 2 Intel® SSD on CPU support 3 Intel® SSD on CPU support PCI Express 3.0 operating mode PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 x8+x4+x4 x4 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 25
who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up any motherboard component. 2. RESET button (RESET) Press the reset button to reboot the system. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 26
compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure. The switch is enabled by default, allowing memory re-training when the motherboard is unresponsive due to memory problems at www.asus.com. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 27
useless. When pressed, it forces the system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be retried in quick succession to achieve a successful POST. Chapter 1 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-11 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 28
) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. This locate the root problem within seconds. The Q LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 29
not light up when there is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. Chapter 1 4. Q- troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. • Please refer to the Q-Code table in the Appendix section for more details. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 30
Technology through the onboard Intel® Z390 chipset. • These connectors are BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 31
is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-15 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 32
Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 33
a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 6. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) This connector is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-17 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 34
card, please refer to the To install Fan Extension Card section in this guide. Chapter 1 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 35
connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM module is purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 36
. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • For a fully - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 37
supports several BIOS settings. Pressing the power button for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 38
; 2-pin W_OUT; 3-pin W_FLOW) These 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. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 39
RGB_HEADER1-2) These connectors are for RGB LED strips. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is operating. • The LED strips are purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-23 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 40
LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 41
Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe storage devices. • These sockets support IRST (Intel® Rapid Storage Technology). • When the M.2_1(Socket 3) is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 2 (SATA6G_2) will be disabled. • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 1-25 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 42
Chapter 1 1-26 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 43
in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 44
Chapter 2 2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 45
To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2-3 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 46
To install an AIO cooler Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 47
chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. 2. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 48
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 49
2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 OR AND • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 50
2.1.6 SATA device connection OR OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 51
Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector USB 3.1 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector To install system speaker connector AAFP ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 52
2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 53
To install FAN EXTENSION CARD Chapter 2 • The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. • The FAN Extension card is purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2-11 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 54
Chapter 2 2.1.9 M.2 installation For type 2280 M.2 on M.2_1 socket For type 2242 / 2260 M.2 on M.2_1 socket 1 1 1 1 2 21 1 2 21 1 3 3 3 3 6 6 4 4 5 56 6 4 4 8 8 7 78 8 6 6 5 5 The M.2 is purchased separately. 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 55
Chapter 2 For type 22110 M.2 on M.2_2 socket 1 For type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 M.2 on M.2_2 socket 1 2 1 3 6 5 6 4 2 1 3 4 8 7 8 6 5 The M.2 is purchased separately. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2-13 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 56
port. We recommend you to use a USB 2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 2. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. 3. Rename the file as M11H.CAP, then copy it to your USB storage device - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 57
port* 5. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 7 and 8 6. USB BIOS Flashback button 7. USB 2.0 Type-A ports 11 and 12. Bottom port supports the USB BIOS Flashback. 8. HDMI port 9. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port 5 . Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2-15 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 58
* LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1- - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 59
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 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2-17 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 60
Chapter 2 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 61
on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off the computer While the BIOS setting. Press the power button for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 2- - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 62
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a trained service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as M11H.CAP for this motherboard. • BIOS settings and options may vary due to different BIOS release versions. Please refer to the latest BIOS version for settings and options. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 64
reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 65
screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be Guide(F11) Scroll bar AURA ON/OFF(F4) Chapter 3 Menu items General help Last modified settings Go back to EZ Mode Hot Keys EZ Tuning Wizard Search on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status and prediction ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 66
your BIOS screen. My Favorites(F3) This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in a Tree Map setup. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and this button to manually tweak the fans to your desired settings. Refer to section 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information. AI OC Guide(F11) This - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 67
scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Chapter 3 keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 68
system. Refer to section 3.2.5 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 69
Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program AI OC Guide(F11) Search(F9) AURA ON/ OFF(F4) Chapter 3 Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 70
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 71
To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans' operating speed. 3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC). ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 72
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 enable Ai Overclocking. Chapter 3 Quick guide topics Click to view the previous topic in the quick guide Click to view Click to enable AI - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 73
connect your HDDs to Intel® SATA connectors. 3. Select the port that you want to set to [RAID] mode, PCIE or SATA, then click Next. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-11 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 74
continue the RAID setup. 6. After the RAID setup is done, click Yes to exit the setup then click OK to reset your system. 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 75
My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-13 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 76
to open Setup Tree Map screen. 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items key to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 77
BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS you installed on the motherboard. Ai Overclock Tuner optimized by ASUS. [XMP II] If you install memory modules supporting the supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-15 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 78
Ai Overclocking Tuner to [XMP I], [XMP II], or [Manual]. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set the BCLK (base CPU permanently. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 79
items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on (tm) This item allows more than two frequency to be supported. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode [Enabled] Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-17 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 80
] [Gen3] 3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 81
[Auto] Auto-detects the M.2 device mode. If a SATA device is detected, SATA6G_2 will be disabled. [SATA mode] Only supports M.2 SATA devices. Please note that SATA6G_2 port cannot be used in this mode. [PCIE mode] Only supports M.2 PCIE devices. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-19 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 82
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)] 3.6.10 PCI Subsystem Settings SR-IOV Support [Disabled] This option enables or disables Single Root IO Virtualization Support if the system has SRIOV capable PCIe devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-20 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 83
This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.6.12 Network Stack Configuration The items in this devices. NVM Express devices do not support SMART information. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-21 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 84
next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. Chapter 3 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 85
devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Secure Boot This item allows you to configure the Windows® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-23 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 86
installed in the system. • To access Windows® OS in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 87
might be locked if the ASUS Secure Erase process is either incomplete or was stopped. This may be due to a third party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with ASUS Secure Erase. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-25 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 88
profile to your USB drive. 3.9.4 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure The ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure allows you to input and save values on the CPU core voltage, VCCSA voltage, BCLK Frequency, and CPU ratio in the UEFI BIOS. The saved values can be synchronized to a compatible OC Panel device and these - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 89
slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-27 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 90
on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 91
the latest BIOS, and then press . 6. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 7. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-29 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 92
connection method, and then press . 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. 5. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 93
you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 3-31 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 94
Chapter 3 3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 95
motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configuration. For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support 4 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO 4-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 96
Chapter 4 4-2 Chapter 4: RAID Support - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 97
Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available Reserved for future AMI error codes (continued on the next page) ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO A-1 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 98
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 6A System Agent DXE SMM initialization - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 99
Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset (continued on the next page) ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 100
found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ACPI/ASL Checkpoints Code 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x10 0x20 0x30 0x40 0xAC 0xAA - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 101
Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there TV technician for help. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO A-5 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 102
Appendix Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 103
in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment License. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO A-7 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 104
con le direttive correlate. Il testo completo della dichiarazione di conformità UE è disponibile all'indirizzo: www.asus.com/support ASUS www.asus.com/support ASUSTeK Computer Inc www.asus.com/support Hrvatski ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim zahtjevima - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 105
Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO A-9 - Asus ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO | Users Manual English - Page 106
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