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... slots (dual @ x16; THX® TruStudio PRO™ - C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066 MHz, ECC and nonECC, un-buffered memory *Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for AM3+ FX™/Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors Supports 32nm CPU, up to 8 cores AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™... Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Blu-ray audio layer content protection - Supports Jack-sensing, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking (continued on the next page) xv Crosshair V Formula specifications summary CPU. Supports 1 Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O -
... slots (dual @ x16; THX® TruStudio PRO™ - C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066 MHz, ECC and nonECC, un-buffered memory *Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for AM3+ FX™/Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors Supports 32nm CPU, up to 8 cores AMD Cool 'n' Quiet™... Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Blu-ray audio layer content protection - Supports Jack-sensing, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking (continued on the next page) xv Crosshair V Formula specifications summary CPU. Supports 1 Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O -
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...) This motherboard supports latest AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to join in. DDR3 2133(O.C.) Support This motherboard supports DDR3 2133(O.C.) that provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwith to www.asus.com for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Refer to increase memory computing efficiency, enhancing...
...) This motherboard supports latest AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with up to join in. DDR3 2133(O.C.) Support This motherboard supports DDR3 2133(O.C.) that provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwith to www.asus.com for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Refer to increase memory computing efficiency, enhancing...
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...Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Switches/Slots 1. 8-pin/4-pin ATX 12V power connectors; AMD SB950 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1-6) 9. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-3 Asmedia Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1) 10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 18. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Reset ... USB3.0 connectors (18-1 pin USB3_56) 8. Power-on switch 15. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1-3) 7. AMD AM3+ CPU Socket 3. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3; 4-pin OPT_FAN1-3) 4. CPU Level Up...
...Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Switches/Slots 1. 8-pin/4-pin ATX 12V power connectors; AMD SB950 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA6G 1-6) 9. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-3 Asmedia Serial ATA 6Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1) 10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 18. DDR3 DIMM slots 5. Reset ... USB3.0 connectors (18-1 pin USB3_56) 8. Power-on switch 15. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1-3) 7. AMD AM3+ CPU Socket 3. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3; 4-pin OPT_FAN1-3) 4. CPU Level Up...
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DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to 8-core, also compatible with AMD® socket AM3 for the AM3+/AM3 socket. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for AMD® Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for AMD® Next Generation CPU up to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to 8-core, also compatible with AMD® socket AM3 for the AM3+/AM3 socket. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for AMD® Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for AMD® Next Generation CPU up to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
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2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+/AM3 CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-33
2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM3+/AM3 CPU AMD AM3+ compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-33
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2.3.2 CPU installation The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1 2 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.3.2 CPU installation The AM3+ socket has a different pinout from the AM2+/AM2 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM3+ socket. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! 1 2 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information