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... disk menu 4-4 4.2.5 Manual menu 4-4 4.2.6 Video menu 4-5 4.2.7 ASUS Contact information 4-5 4.2.8 Other information 4-6 4.3 Software information 4-8 4.3.1 ASUS AI Suite II 4-8 4.3.2 Tool 4-9 4.3.3 DIGI+ VRM 4-14 ...4.3.4 EPU 4-18 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-19 4.3.6 Probe II 4-20 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder 4-22 4.3.8 ROG Connect 4-25 4.3.9 ROG ThunderBolt LAN 4-28 Contents 3.5.9 ROG Connect 3-26 3.5.10 LED Control 3-27 3.6 Monitor menu 3-29 3.7 Boot menu 3-33 3.8 Tools menu 3-35 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-35 3.8.2 ASUS...
... disk menu 4-4 4.2.5 Manual menu 4-4 4.2.6 Video menu 4-5 4.2.7 ASUS Contact information 4-5 4.2.8 Other information 4-6 4.3 Software information 4-8 4.3.1 ASUS AI Suite II 4-8 4.3.2 Tool 4-9 4.3.3 DIGI+ VRM 4-14 ...4.3.4 EPU 4-18 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-19 4.3.6 Probe II 4-20 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder 4-22 4.3.8 ROG Connect 4-25 4.3.9 ROG ThunderBolt LAN 4-28 Contents 3.5.9 ROG Connect 3-26 3.5.10 LED Control 3-27 3.6 Monitor menu 3-29 3.7 Boot menu 3-33 3.8 Tools menu 3-35 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-35 3.8.2 ASUS...
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... ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ - 8+2 phase CPU power design CPU Level Up MemOK! Voltiminder LED - ASUS TPU - O.C. COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - RC Remote - Crosshair V Formula specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports xvi ... ports at back I /O 1 x Clr CMOS switch (continued on the next page) RC Poster - LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LEDs) Ai Charger+ ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 3 32Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR...
... ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ - 8+2 phase CPU power design CPU Level Up MemOK! Voltiminder LED - ASUS TPU - O.C. COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - RC Remote - Crosshair V Formula specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports xvi ... ports at back I /O 1 x Clr CMOS switch (continued on the next page) RC Poster - LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LEDs) Ai Charger+ ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS MyLogo 3 32Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR...
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... Overclocking is the fastest memory booting solution today. BIOS Print One click, easily share your BIOS settings ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to others with the press of detection points so you could have a more , MemOK! Crosshair V Formula features ROG BIOS Print which allows...a button to patch memory issues and get quick yet accurate readings using a camera to get your CPU at no time. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-5 Upgrade your system up and running in no additional cost with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the ...
... Overclocking is the fastest memory booting solution today. BIOS Print One click, easily share your BIOS settings ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to others with the press of detection points so you could have a more , MemOK! Crosshair V Formula features ROG BIOS Print which allows...a button to patch memory issues and get quick yet accurate readings using a camera to get your CPU at no time. ROG Crosshair V Formula 1-5 Upgrade your system up and running in no additional cost with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the ...
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5. Lighting: Indicates that MemOK! This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting until the problem is enabled before POST. is solved. Q LED Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in OS. 6. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in sequence during motherboard booting process. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-17
5. Lighting: Indicates that MemOK! This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting until the problem is enabled before POST. is solved. Q LED Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in OS. 6. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in sequence during motherboard booting process. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-17
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... in CMOS. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. function. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on... reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-19 To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can...
... in CMOS. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 1-2. 3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. function. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on... reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-19 To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can...
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... are using Windows® XP SP2 or later versions. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. In AHCI mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to [AHCI]. See section 3.5.3 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set the SATA Port1-4 item in the BIOS to...
... are using Windows® XP SP2 or later versions. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. In AHCI mode, you can connect Serial ATA boot/data hard disk drives to [AHCI]. See section 3.5.3 Storage Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set the SATA Port1-4 item in the BIOS to...
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...Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of a PSU with a higher power output is inadequate. otherwise, the system will not boot. • Connect the 4-pin EZ_PLUG power plugs to ensure sufficient power supply when you install multiple graphics cards. • Use of 600 W. ...us for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully ...
...Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of a PSU with a higher power output is inadequate. otherwise, the system will not boot. • Connect the 4-pin EZ_PLUG power plugs to ensure sufficient power supply when you install multiple graphics cards. • Use of 600 W. ...us for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully ...
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..., replace the system case cover. 2. If you turned on the power, the system may light up . BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30... additional messages appear on the devices in Chapter 3. After applying power, the system power LED on self tests or POST. Turn on the screen. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-51 System power 6. Follow the instructions in the following order: a.
..., replace the system case cover. 2. If you turned on the power, the system may light up . BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30... additional messages appear on the devices in Chapter 3. After applying power, the system power LED on self tests or POST. Turn on the screen. ROG Crosshair V Formula 2-51 System power 6. Follow the instructions in the following order: a.
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Chapter summary 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-5 3.4...M.a.i.n�.m�.e�.n�.u 3-12 3.5 Advanced menu 3-15 3.6 Monitor menu 3-29 3.7 Boot menu 3-33 3.8 Tools menu 3-35 3.9 Exit menu 3-38 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-39 ROG Crosshair V Formula
Chapter summary 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-5 3.4...M.a.i.n�.m�.e�.n�.u 3-12 3.5 Advanced menu 3-15 3.6 Monitor menu 3-29 3.7 Boot menu 3-33 3.8 Tools menu 3-35 3.9 Exit menu 3-38 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-39 ROG Crosshair V Formula
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...to enter Setup after POST, press + + , or press the reset button on the system chassis to enter the Setup utility. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as possible. Inappropriate settings of a trained service ...new system component that are for information on to use as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. We recommend that you want to restart the system. We strongly ...
...to enter Setup after POST, press + + , or press the reset button on the system chassis to enter the Setup utility. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as possible. Inappropriate settings of a trained service ...new system component that are for information on to use as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that requires further BIOS settings or update. We recommend that you want to restart the system. We strongly ...
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...installed to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Refer to the Setup Mode item in s��e�c�t�i�o�n� 3.7 Boot memu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The default screen for details. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, ... EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to select the display language, system performance mode and...
...installed to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Refer to the Setup Mode item in s��e�c�t�i�o�n� 3.7 Boot memu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The default screen for details. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, ... EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to select the display language, system performance mode and...
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Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Submenu item Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The ...options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode By default, the Advanced Mode appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items:...
Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Submenu item Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The ...options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode By default, the Advanced Mode appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items:...
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Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to display the other items (Extreme Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the screen. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for ...
Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to display the other items (Extreme Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the screen. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for ...
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...enable or disable DDR power down mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Enabled] Allows you to use as the primary boot device. Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to select unganged DRAM mode (64-bit width). [Enabled]: ...Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [64MB] Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the ECC Mode. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ECC Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable Memory Bank Interleaving fuction.
...enable or disable DDR power down mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] DCT Unganged Mode [Enabled] Allows you to use as the primary boot device. Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to select unganged DRAM mode (64-bit width). [Enabled]: ...Disabled] Configuration options: [Disabled] [64MB] Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the ECC Mode. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ECC Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable Memory Bank Interleaving fuction.
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...] [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to enable or disable boot option for HDMI audio output. 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support fuction...
...] [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to enable or disable boot option for HDMI audio output. 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support fuction...
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3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-33
3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-33
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...setup program. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to use the ASUS MyLogo 3™ feature. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The number of device items that appears on the ...depends on the number of devices installed in Safe Mode, do so. Set this item to [Enabled] to display during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in the system. Boot Override These items displays the available devices.
...setup program. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to use the ASUS MyLogo 3™ feature. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The number of device items that appears on the ...depends on the number of devices installed in Safe Mode, do so. Set this item to [Enabled] to display during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in the system. Boot Override These items displays the available devices.
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... BIOS in the system's failure to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-39 Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in DOS environment using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. Refer to the corresponding sections for this chapter to update your BIOS...using a USB flash drive. 3. Save a copy of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in case you to boot. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for details on system stability, compatibility, or performance. Copy ...
... BIOS in the system's failure to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-39 Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in DOS environment using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. Refer to the corresponding sections for this chapter to update your BIOS...using a USB flash drive. 3. Save a copy of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in case you to boot. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for details on system stability, compatibility, or performance. Copy ...
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ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-41 Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 7. Click Yes if you want to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). Adjust the picture resolution if needed and click Next to complete the update process. You can decide whether to locate your desired picture file. 6. 3. Select the BIOS version that you want to continue. 5. Click Browse to change the boot logo or No to download. Click Next. 4.
ROG Crosshair V Formula 3-41 Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 7. Click Yes if you want to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). Adjust the picture resolution if needed and click Next to complete the update process. You can decide whether to locate your desired picture file. 6. 3. Select the BIOS version that you want to continue. 5. Click Browse to change the boot logo or No to download. Click Next. 4.
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... to continue. 4. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to change the boot logo or No to complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. You can decide whether to the software manual in this section... Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file from file, and then click Next. 2. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3.
... to continue. 4. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to change the boot logo or No to complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. You can decide whether to the software manual in this section... Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Locate the BIOS file from file, and then click Next. 2. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3.