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Motherboard ROG ZENITH EXTREME - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - 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 ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 3
information...vi About this guide...vii ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 4
BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.2.2 EZ Mode 3-6 3.2.3 Q-Fan Control 3-7 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard 3-9 3.3 My Favorites 3-11 3.4 Main menu 3-13 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-13 3.6 Advanced menu 3-14 3.6.1 AMD fTPM configuration 3-14 3.6.2 ROG Effects - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 5
Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-2 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-2 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-2 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-8 v - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 6
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, ensure all cables are - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - 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 ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - 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 ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 9
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage USB LAN AMD® TR4 socket for AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. AMD® X399 AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors - 8 x D IMM, max. 128GB, DDR4 2800 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 10
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary Audio Special Features SupremeFX S1220 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - Impedance sense for front and - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 11
- Extreme Tweaker - Tweakers' Paradise - ROG SSD Secure Erase - O.C. Profile - Graphics Card Information Preview KeyBot II - One-click overclocking - DirectKey - Clr CMOS - Power On ROG RAMCache II ROG Overwolf ROG CPU-Z ROG CloneDrive 1 x Clear CMOS Button 1 x BIOS Flashback Button 1 x ASUS Wi - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 12
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary Internal I/O Ports Wireless & Bluetooth 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header supports additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports [via ROG_EXT header] 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 13
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 14
Connector Kit 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x 10-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x ROG big sticker 1 x ROG VGA holder 1 x ASUS 1x1 dual band Wi-Fi moving antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11ad compliant) 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi moving antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) USB drive with utilities and drivers User guide If - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 15
Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws PC chassis Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit AMD® TR4 CPU AMD® TR4 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 16
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power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-1 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 18
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 19
Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U31G1_910; 20-1 pin U31G1_1112) 17. LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) 18. AMD® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; SATA 6G_34; SATA 6G_56) 19. Water in, water out, and 1-16 1-28 1-26 1-22 1-10 1-10 1-11 1-11 1-19 1-29 1-24 1-25 1-17 1-25 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-3 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 20
Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a TR4 socket designed for the AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ processors. The TR4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the TR4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 21
memory 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 ZENITH EXTREME - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 22
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less (Memory system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 23
cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe x16_1 slot 2 PCIe x8_2 slot 3 PCIe x4 slot 4 PCIe x16_3 slot 5 PCIe x1 slot 6 PCIe x8/x4_4 slot ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-7 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 24
Chapter 1 AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors VGA Configuration PCIe x16_1 PCI Express 3.0 operating mode Single power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-8 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 25
open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes any motherboard component. 2. RESET button (RESET) Press the reset button to reboot the system. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-9 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 26
Boot button (SAFE_BOOT) The Safe Boot button can be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. This button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining any overclocked settings allowing you to modify the settings causing boot failure. Use this button when - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 27
and stabilize the system, allowing overclockers to keep track of their overclocking data. Chapter 1 6. RSVD switch (RSVD) This switch is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Ensure to set this switch to disabled, enabling this switch may cause system failure. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-11 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 28
7. PCIe x16 Lane switch (PCIEX16_SW) These slide switches allows you to enable and disable the corresponding PCIe x16 slots. When one of the installed PCIe x16 cards is out of order, you can use the slide switch to find the faulty one without removing the cards. Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 29
1.1.7 Jumper 1. LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully. Chapter 1 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-13 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 30
an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. Chapter 1 The order which the LEDs light up may vary per CPU. The Q LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 2. Hard Disk LED (HD_LED) The - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 31
the current status of your CPU. A red light indicates that the CPU is not ready to boot, and the LED will turn green once the problem is solved. This userfriendly design helps you quickly identify whether your CPU is ready to boot or not. Chapter 1 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-15 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 32
can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® X399 chipset. Chapter 1 RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 33
motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_1) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 2 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. ROG ZENITH EXTREME - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 34
USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. • Ensure to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports under Windows® 7. • The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 35
-2) These connectors are for the thermistor cables that monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard's component to detect its temperature. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-19 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 36
inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. • W_PUMP+ function support depends on water cooling device. • Connect the fan of your water cooling kit - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 37
you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-21 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 38
9. System panel connectors (10-1 pin F_PANEL; 4-pin SPEAKER) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 39
pin 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 rating motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up under the operating system. • The LED strip is purchased separately. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-23 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 40
WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a 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 ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 41
. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This 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. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-25 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 42
connector shares bandwidth with the M.2_1 socket . Adjust the BIOS settings to use U.2 devices. 16. M.2 sockets (M.2_1(Socket 3)) This socket allows you to install an M.2 SSD module. For AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors, the M.2(SOCKET3) supports PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 43
to the motherboard or DIMM.2 supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe storage devices. • M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ROG ZENITH EXTREME - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 44
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. 19. Water Block connector (9-pin WB_SENSOR) This connector allows you to connect a water - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 45
connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel I/II. • The OC Panel I/II is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I/II varies over different platforms. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-29 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 46
The ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings. Use a multimeter to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. See the illustration below to locate the respective ProbeIt points. Chapter 1 Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to the motherboard - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 47
for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation The AMD® TR4 socket is compatible with AMD® TR4 processors. Ensure you frame PnP cap Carrier frame with CPU Rail frame PnP cap ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-1 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 48
Chapter 2 Carrier frame with CPU The load plate screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 49
2.1.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly: The heatsink screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. Chapter 2 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-3 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 50
, 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. 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 51
2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-5 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 52
2.1.5 ATX power connection AND Ensure to connect both 8-pin power plugs. 2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 53
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 ZENITH EXTREME 2-7 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 54
2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 55
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. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-9 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 56
2.1.9 M.2 installation 1 1 1 2 Chapter 2 3 4 5 8 8 7 8 6 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 57
that the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi antenna is at least 10 cm away from the ASUS Wi-Fi 802.11ad(WiGig) antenna. The illustration above is for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-11 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 58
BIOS version for better compatibility and stability. 2. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the steps - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 59
port supports the KeyBot II feature, and lower port supports USB BIOS Flashback function. 6. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port E2 7. USB BIOS Flashback button • When using Windows® 7, the USB 3.1 Gen 1 driver must be manually installed before USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can be used due ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-13 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 60
* 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, 6 or 8-channel - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 61
2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2 Speakers ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-15 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 62
Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 8 Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 63
is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on 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 ZENITH EXTREME 2-17 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 64
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Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as ZE.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-1 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 66
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 ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 67
Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-3 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 68
The other items (My Favorites, Extreme Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, BIOS settings and save it to MyFavorites menu. Refer to section 3.3 My Favorites for more information. Q-Fan Control(F6) This button above the menu bar displays the current settings of your fans. Use this button to manually - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 69
to change the motherboard's SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 70
the advanced BIOS settings. To switch from Advanced Mode to EZ Mode, click EZ Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, RAID and of the BIOS setup program configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 71
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan Click to undo the changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-7 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 72
configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 73
settings. OC Setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-9 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 74
4. Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I'm not sure, then click Next. 5. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - 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 ZENITH EXTREME 3-11 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 76
click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in • User-managed items such as language and boot order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 4. Click Exit (ESC) or press < - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 77
Manual]. BCLK Frequency This item allows you to set the BCLK frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the or to adjust the value. We recommend you to set the value based on the CPU specification, as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 78
This item allows you to select the TPM device. [Firmware TPM] Enables AMD CPU fTPM. [Discrete TPM] Disables AMD CPU fTPM. 3.6.2 ROG Effects The items in this menu allow you to configure the LEDs on your motherboard. Onboard LED This item allows you to enable all the onboard LEDs. Configuration - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 79
BIOS you to set the SATA configuration. [AHCI] [RAID] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-15 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 80
. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Bluetooth Controller This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel Bluetooth controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 81
] [Enabled] 3.6.6 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. SVM Mode This allow you to enable or disable the UEFI network stack Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-17 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 82
item allows you to enable or disable USB Mass Storage Driver Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] U31G2_E1 / U31G2_E2 These items allow you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. Chapter 3 3-18 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 83
/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Q-fan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-19 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 84
the BIOS after POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (Compatibility Support Module) items to fully support the to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 85
item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.12.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-21 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 86
Secure Erase is only supported on AMD® SATA port. For more information about AMD® SATA ports, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of this manual. Displays the available a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase. - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 87
the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Profile Name This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-23 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 88
The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values ) from one of the available filesystem devices. Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 89
you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is available in the support USB drive that comes with the motherboard package. Chapter 3 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-25 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 90
and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet. To update the BIOS by USB: 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 2. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 91
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 menu. See section 3.11 Exit Menu for details. ROG ZENITH EXTREME - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 92
corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support USB drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support USB drive may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 93
without parity (redundancy data) having to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 4 ROG ZENITH EXTREME 4-1 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 94
the RAID driver. 2. Insert the support USB drive with RAID driver into the USB port, and then click Browse. 3. Click the name of the device you've inserted, go to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 95
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. ROG ZENITH EXTREME A-1 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 96
Appendix Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, RSS-210, and CAN ICES3(B)/NMB-3(B). This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 97
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ROG ZENITH EXTREME A-3 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 98
Appendix FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 99
alla olevassa taulukossa luetelluissa maissa: ASUSTek Computer Inc 2014/53/EU https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi 5150-5350 66 تا57 WiGig ASUSTek Computer Inc 2014/53/ΕE https://www.asus.com/support/ Το WiFi 5150-5350MHz Το WiGig 57-66GHz ROG ZENITH EXTREME A-5 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 100
īvas 2014/53/ES būtiskajām prasībām un citiem citiem saistošajiem nosacījumiem. Pilns ES atbilstības paziņojuma teksts pieejams šeit: https://www.asus.com/support/ Wi-Fi darbība 5150-5350 MHz ir jāierobežo lietošanai telpās valstīs, kuras norādītas tālāk. WiGig, kas darbojas 57-66 GHz joslā, nav - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 101
Appendix ASUSTek Computer Inc 2014 / 53 / EU https://www.asus.com/support/ Wi-Fi 5150-5350 WiGig 57-66 AT BE BG CZ DK EE FR DE IS IE IT EL ES CY LV MHz 58.32-62.64 GHz 2402-2480 MHz Maximum Output Power (EIRP) 18 dBm 21 dBm 19 dBm 27 dBm 8 dBm ROG ZENITH EXTREME A-7 - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 102
USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax Telephone Online support +1-812-284-0883 +1-812-282-2787 http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 103
Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG ZENITH EXTREME Conforms to the following specifications: FCC - Asus ROG ZENITH EXTREME | ROG ZENITH EXTREME Users ManualEnglish - Page 104
Appendix A-10 Appendix
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