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... x Safety information xi About this guide xiii Crosshair V Formula specifications summary xv ROG ThunderBolt specifications summary xviii 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 ThunderBolt LAN/Audio Combo 1-3 1.3.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit...
... x Safety information xi About this guide xiii Crosshair V Formula specifications summary xv ROG ThunderBolt specifications summary xviii 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 ThunderBolt LAN/Audio Combo 1-3 1.3.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit...
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Contents 2.3.2 CPU installation 2-34 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-35 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-38 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-39 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-41 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-42 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-43 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-44 2.3.10 ROG ThunderBolt Installation 2-45 2.3.11 Rear panel ...
Contents 2.3.2 CPU installation 2-34 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-35 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-38 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-39 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-41 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-42 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-43 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-44 2.3.10 ROG ThunderBolt Installation 2-45 2.3.11 Rear panel ...
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... your area. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may not be included in your motherboard) and is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. xi If possible, disconnect all power cables from the...
... your area. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The optical S/PDIF is an optional component (may or may not be included in your motherboard) and is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. xi If possible, disconnect all power cables from the...
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...wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should only be placed in municipal waste. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it , carefully read all the manuals that came with...may become wet. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. xii This motherboard should not be placed in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery ...
...wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should only be placed in municipal waste. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it , carefully read all the manuals that came with...may become wet. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of electronic products. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. xii This motherboard should not be placed in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery ...
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...organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. ...include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide This user guide contains the ...
...organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. ...include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide This user guide contains the ...
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Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
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... Cable 3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6G cables *1 x USB to USB cable for buying an ROG Crosshair V Formula motherboard! Before you for ThunderBolt 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit 1 x 3-Way SLI Bridge 1 x Cable Ties Pack 1 x ROG Theme Label 1 x 12-in-1 ROG SATA Cable Label 1 x I/O Shield ROG motherboard support DVD User guide *ROG ThunderBolt Audio Precision Test Report If any of...
... Cable 3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6G cables *1 x USB to USB cable for buying an ROG Crosshair V Formula motherboard! Before you for ThunderBolt 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit 1 x 3-Way SLI Bridge 1 x Cable Ties Pack 1 x ROG Theme Label 1 x 12-in-1 ROG SATA Cable Label 1 x I/O Shield ROG motherboard support DVD User guide *ROG ThunderBolt Audio Precision Test Report If any of...
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...Chipset AMD 990FX Chipset is optimized with up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. DDR3 2133(O.C.) Support This motherboard supports DDR3 2133(O.C.) that provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwith to 8-core native CPU cores and delivers better overclocking capabilities...hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovating ideas, and we excel in . It is designed to support up to www.asus.com for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers ...
...Chipset AMD 990FX Chipset is optimized with up to 5200MT/s via HyperTransport™ 3.0 based system bus. DDR3 2133(O.C.) Support This motherboard supports DDR3 2133(O.C.) that provides faster data transfer rate and more bandwith to 8-core native CPU cores and delivers better overclocking capabilities...hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovating ideas, and we excel in . It is designed to support up to www.asus.com for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers ...
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...just like another weapon in Headphone Amp. The ROG ThunderBolt has been designed from continual feedback from the PC gaming community. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-3 Fret no longer because with a high-end CPU and GPU, FPS and MMORPGs can still become a laggy mess if...SLI or CrossFireX configuration. With fine-tuned background sound effects for gamers. Dedicated NPU Play FASTER Even with the ROG Crosshair V Formula, you ! Double Bandwidth This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 1.3.2 ROG ThunderBolt LAN/Audio ...
...just like another weapon in Headphone Amp. The ROG ThunderBolt has been designed from continual feedback from the PC gaming community. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-3 Fret no longer because with a high-end CPU and GPU, FPS and MMORPGs can still become a laggy mess if...SLI or CrossFireX configuration. With fine-tuned background sound effects for gamers. Dedicated NPU Play FASTER Even with the ROG Crosshair V Formula, you ! Double Bandwidth This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 1.3.2 ROG ThunderBolt LAN/Audio ...
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... Overclock - iROG Intelligent multiple control at hand The iROG is a special IC which enables several ROG highlighted functions that gives users full disposal of the motherboard at a purely hardware level. Extreme Engine Digi+ balances the need for voltage and the desire for details. Refer to page 2-29 for rock solid performance...
... Overclock - iROG Intelligent multiple control at hand The iROG is a special IC which enables several ROG highlighted functions that gives users full disposal of the motherboard at a purely hardware level. Extreme Engine Digi+ balances the need for voltage and the desire for details. Refer to page 2-29 for rock solid performance...
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...the top concerns when it comes to , and the motherboard will do the rest! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires nothing but a push of a button. Notice potential problems even before you could have a more , MemOK! Crosshair V Formula features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share... enjoy that you enter the OS! Upgrade your CPU at no more expansive CPU? Overclockers can dramatically improve system booting success. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-5 The days of your graphics cards and memory DIMMs status in the form of 8 sets of an overclocking experience. MemOK! is...
...the top concerns when it comes to , and the motherboard will do the rest! This remarkable memory rescue tool requires nothing but a push of a button. Notice potential problems even before you could have a more , MemOK! Crosshair V Formula features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share... enjoy that you enter the OS! Upgrade your CPU at no more expansive CPU? Overclockers can dramatically improve system booting success. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-5 The days of your graphics cards and memory DIMMs status in the form of 8 sets of an overclocking experience. MemOK! is...
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... worries of a tachometer, the Voltiminder LED displays the voltage status for CPU, PCH, and Memory in a intuitive color-coded fashion. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. No matter if you're looking for maximum performance achievement.
... worries of a tachometer, the Voltiminder LED displays the voltage status for CPU, PCH, and Memory in a intuitive color-coded fashion. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. No matter if you're looking for maximum performance achievement.
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...user friendly way to automtically optimize the system for ultra-real cinematic in audio. 1.3.4 ASUS special features ASUS TPU The Ultimate O.C. Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to connect easily with next generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data... freedom to ROG die hards. SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of current bus systems. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-7 SupremeFX X-Fi 2 also implements gold-plated jacks and high quality capacitors to ensure high definition adventures in -game audio.
...user friendly way to automtically optimize the system for ultra-real cinematic in audio. 1.3.4 ASUS special features ASUS TPU The Ultimate O.C. Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to connect easily with next generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data... freedom to ROG die hards. SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of current bus systems. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-7 SupremeFX X-Fi 2 also implements gold-plated jacks and high quality capacitors to ensure high definition adventures in -game audio.
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This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It Chapter 2: includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It Chapter 2: includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-32 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-50 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-51 ROG Crosshair V Formula
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-32 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-50 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-51 ROG Crosshair V Formula
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2.1 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 touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist ...such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component...
2.1 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 touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist ...such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component...
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3+/AM3 socket. 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 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 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with AMD® socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3+/AM3 socket. 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 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 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with AMD® socket AM3 for AMD® Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
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2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.