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Contents Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide xi Crosshair III Formula specifications summary xiii 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 features... 1-3 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-6 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout 2-7 2.2.3 Layout contents 2-7 2.2.4 Placement direction 2-8...
Contents Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide xi Crosshair III Formula specifications summary xiii 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 features... 1-3 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-6 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout 2-7 2.2.3 Layout contents 2-7 2.2.4 Placement direction 2-8...
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... 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.2.1 ...BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-7 3.2.3 Navigation keys 3-7 3.2.4 Menu items 3-8 3.2.5 Submenu items 3-8 3.2.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.2.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.2.8 Scroll bar 3-8 3.2.9 General help 3-8 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-9 3.3.1 CPU Level Up [Auto 3-10 3.3.2 Ai Overclock...
... 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.2.1 ...BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-7 3.2.3 Navigation keys 3-7 3.2.4 Menu items 3-8 3.2.5 Submenu items 3-8 3.2.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.2.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.2.8 Scroll bar 3-8 3.2.9 General help 3-8 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-9 3.3.1 CPU Level Up [Auto 3-10 3.3.2 Ai Overclock...
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COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - ASUS TurboV - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) External LCD Poster ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 AMD® OverDrive Support* ASUS TurboV 16Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ... - 8+2 phase CPU power design CPU Level Up Keyboard-TweakIt iROG Loadline Calibration Intelligent overclocking tools: - Crosshair III Formula specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports max. 12 USB 2.0 ...
COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - ASUS TurboV - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) External LCD Poster ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 AMD® OverDrive Support* ASUS TurboV 16Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ... - 8+2 phase CPU power design CPU Level Up Keyboard-TweakIt iROG Loadline Calibration Intelligent overclocking tools: - Crosshair III Formula specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports max. 12 USB 2.0 ...
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... Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of Gamers, mercy rules are only for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with less power consumption. AMD socket AM3 Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series processors support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3 multi...
... Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of Gamers, mercy rules are only for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with less power consumption. AMD socket AM3 Phenom™ II / Athlon™ II / Sempron™ 100 Series processors support This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3 multi...
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... lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features iROG Intelligent multiple control at any stage! Simply pick the processor you want to OC to, and the motherboard will do the rest for PC enthusiasts and it provides system maintenance... ROG highlighted functions that you . ROG Crosshair III Formula 1-3 Upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with more bandwith to be processed at 65ºC) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for instant upgrade! Overclocking is a special IC which enhances system...
... lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features iROG Intelligent multiple control at any stage! Simply pick the processor you want to OC to, and the motherboard will do the rest for PC enthusiasts and it provides system maintenance... ROG highlighted functions that you . ROG Crosshair III Formula 1-3 Upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with more bandwith to be processed at 65ºC) This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for instant upgrade! Overclocking is a special IC which enhances system...
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...worries of a tachometer, the Voltiminder LED displays the voltage status for the CPU is A-OK! The COP EX allows overclockers to optimal performance. The Loadline calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under heavy loading. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires...memory booting solution today. It can dramatically improve system booting success. Acting as the "red zone" of overheating. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The COP EX allows more , MemOK! MemOK! Memory ...
...worries of a tachometer, the Voltiminder LED displays the voltage status for the CPU is A-OK! The COP EX allows overclockers to optimal performance. The Loadline calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under heavy loading. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires...memory booting solution today. It can dramatically improve system booting success. Acting as the "red zone" of overheating. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction The COP EX allows more , MemOK! MemOK! Memory ...
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...while recording. ROG Crosshair III Formula 1-5 Q-Fan2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to offer games exceptional game sound with absolute quality. SupremeFX X-Fi features unique audio innovations for gamers to short the ... malfunction occurs, the LCD Poster automatically detects device failure and translates the errors on the LCD during overclocking, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamers to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without having to spot enemies in extreme fidelity! 1.3.3 ROG unique ...
...while recording. ROG Crosshair III Formula 1-5 Q-Fan2 ASUS Q-Fan2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to offer games exceptional game sound with absolute quality. SupremeFX X-Fi features unique audio innovations for gamers to short the ... malfunction occurs, the LCD Poster automatically detects device failure and translates the errors on the LCD during overclocking, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamers to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without having to spot enemies in extreme fidelity! 1.3.3 ROG unique ...
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C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is required before using C.P.R. ROG Crosshair III Formula 1-7 settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. Simply reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for each parameter...to open the system chassis to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; This easy OC tool allows you to clear CMOS data. TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. function. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios....
C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is required before using C.P.R. ROG Crosshair III Formula 1-7 settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. Simply reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for each parameter...to open the system chassis to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; This easy OC tool allows you to clear CMOS data. TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. function. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios....
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...total size of 256 megabit (Mb) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is ... memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Under the default state, some ...
...total size of 256 megabit (Mb) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for better overclocking capability. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is ... memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Under the default state, some ...
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The clr CMOS switch on the back I/O. 2. Press down the clr CMOS switch on the back I /O. ROG Crosshair III Formula 2-25 You can automatically reset CPU parameter settings to default values. With the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature, shut down the key during the boot process ... switch on the back I /O helps you clear the CMOS. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to CPU overclocking. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory and system setup parameters by erasing...
The clr CMOS switch on the back I/O. 2. Press down the clr CMOS switch on the back I /O. ROG Crosshair III Formula 2-25 You can automatically reset CPU parameter settings to default values. With the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature, shut down the key during the boot process ... switch on the back I /O helps you clear the CMOS. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to CPU overclocking. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory and system setup parameters by erasing...
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GP connector (8-pin GP) This connector is for ASUS OC Station connection only. �C�o�n�n��e�c�t�o�n�e��e�n�d� of the supplied data cable to the GP connector on the OC Station and the other end to this connector and USB78 on the motherboard to enjoy easier overclocking. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information 6.
GP connector (8-pin GP) This connector is for ASUS OC Station connection only. �C�o�n�n��e�c�t�o�n�e��e�n�d� of the supplied data cable to the GP connector on the OC Station and the other end to this connector and USB78 on the motherboard to enjoy easier overclocking. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information 6.
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Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. ROG Crosshair III Formula 2-41 2.8.3 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system.
Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. ROG Crosshair III Formula 2-41 2.8.3 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system.
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... Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. ROG Crosshair III Formula 3-7 Use [+] or [-] to select a field. Sub-menu items Navigation keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For...
... Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. ROG Crosshair III Formula 3-7 Use [+] or [-] to select a field. Sub-menu items Navigation keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For...
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...8592;→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Gaming provides the major tuning settings for different purpose. ROG Crosshair III Formula 3-9 Change Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc...Tools Exit Configure System Frequency/Voltage Target CPU Frequency: 2800MHZ Target DRAM Frequency: 800MHZ CPU Level Up [Auto] AI Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio [Auto] CPU Configuration DRAM Frequency [Auto] DDR3 Memory Profile [Disabled] CPU/NB ... and memory modules you install on the motherboard.
...8592;→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Gaming provides the major tuning settings for different purpose. ROG Crosshair III Formula 3-9 Change Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc...Tools Exit Configure System Frequency/Voltage Target CPU Frequency: 2800MHZ Target DRAM Frequency: 800MHZ CPU Level Up [Auto] AI Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio [Auto] CPU Configuration DRAM Frequency [Auto] DDR3 Memory Profile [Disabled] CPU/NB ... and memory modules you install on the motherboard.
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...setup Use the and keys to adjust the FSB frequency. This item appears when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual]. 3.3.5 CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set overclocking parameters. Loads the standard settings for details. 3.3.7 DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to individually... [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the DDR3 memory profile function. The value of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto CPU Level Up Allows you to set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual]. 3.3.4 PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core...
...setup Use the and keys to adjust the FSB frequency. This item appears when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual]. 3.3.5 CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set overclocking parameters. Loads the standard settings for details. 3.3.7 DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you to individually... [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the DDR3 memory profile function. The value of the preset overclocking configuration options: Manual Auto CPU Level Up Allows you to set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual]. 3.3.4 PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the ratio between CPU Core...
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... ↑↓ Select Item +- Bank Interleaving [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the bank memory interleaving. [Disabled] Disables this function. ROG Crosshair III Formula 3-11 Change Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 3.3.9 CPU...Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz]-[2000MHz] 3.3.10 HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual] or [CPU Level Up] Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY DRAM Controller configuration Bank Interleaving Channel Interleaving Enable Clock ...
... ↑↓ Select Item +- Bank Interleaving [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the bank memory interleaving. [Disabled] Disables this function. ROG Crosshair III Formula 3-11 Change Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. 3.3.9 CPU...Configuration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz]-[2000MHz] 3.3.10 HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual] or [CPU Level Up] Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY DRAM Controller configuration Bank Interleaving Channel Interleaving Enable Clock ...
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...] TRDRD [Auto] TRFC0 [Auto] TRFC1 [Auto] Enable Bank Interleaving ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- This item appears only when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual] or [CPU Level Up] Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY DRAM Timing/Driving Config. DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] [Auto] Selects the DRAM mode...
...] TRDRD [Auto] TRFC0 [Auto] TRFC1 [Auto] Enable Bank Interleaving ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- This item appears only when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual] or [CPU Level Up] Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY DRAM Timing/Driving Config. DCT Unganged Mode [Auto] [Auto] Selects the DRAM mode...
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Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Crosshair III Formula 3-17 3.3.24 DRAM REF Voltages Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY DRAM REF Voltages DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA [Auto] DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on ... mode. Change Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Configuration options: [String] [Code] 3.3.28 Keyboard TweakIt Control [Disabled] Allows you to set different voltage on...
Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Crosshair III Formula 3-17 3.3.24 DRAM REF Voltages Extreme Tweaker BIOS SETUP UTILITY DRAM REF Voltages DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA [Auto] DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on ... mode. Change Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Configuration options: [String] [Code] 3.3.28 Keyboard TweakIt Control [Disabled] Allows you to set different voltage on...
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ASUS TurboV Installs ASUS TurboV, the advanced overclocking tool for users to enjoy large-sized data exchange of files such as movies, music, etc. ASUS AI Direct Link The ASUS AI Direct Link provides up to 70% transferring speed improvement when compared to traditional USB 2.0 and is the easiest and fastest way for extreme O.C. ASUS EPU Installs...
ASUS TurboV Installs ASUS TurboV, the advanced overclocking tool for users to enjoy large-sized data exchange of files such as movies, music, etc. ASUS AI Direct Link The ASUS AI Direct Link provides up to 70% transferring speed improvement when compared to traditional USB 2.0 and is the easiest and fastest way for extreme O.C. ASUS EPU Installs...
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