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Profile 3-38 3.8.4 GO Button File 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 iv 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-15 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-18 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-18 Chapter 3: ...APM 3-27 3.5.9 Network Stack 3-28 3.5.10 iROG Configuration 3-29 3.5.11 ROG Connect 3-29 3.5.12 LED Control 3-30 3.6 Monitor menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-37 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-37...
Profile 3-38 3.8.4 GO Button File 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 iv 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-15 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-18 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-18 Chapter 3: ...APM 3-27 3.5.9 Network Stack 3-28 3.5.10 iROG Configuration 3-29 3.5.11 ROG Connect 3-29 3.5.12 LED Control 3-30 3.6 Monitor menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-37 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-37...
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... Level Up ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - COP EX (Component Overheat Protection -EX) - AI Charger+ ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS O.C. Profile - GPU TweakIt ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ II - 8+2+2 phase CPU power UEFI BIOS features - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - MemOK! - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS TPU - ROG BIOS Print - CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications...
... Level Up ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - COP EX (Component Overheat Protection -EX) - AI Charger+ ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS O.C. Profile - GPU TweakIt ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ II - 8+2+2 phase CPU power UEFI BIOS features - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - MemOK! - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS TPU - ROG BIOS Print - CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications...
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CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output port 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s ports [red] 1 ... 6Gb/s connectors 2 x CPU fan connectors (4-pin) 3 x Optional fan connectors (4-pin) 3 x Chassis fan connectors (4-pin) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x DirectKey button 1 x DRCT header 1 x TPM header 1 x Fast Boot switch 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x EZ Plug connector (4-pin Molex power connector) 1 x Power-on...
CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications summary Back Panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF Output port 2 x eSATA 6Gb/s ports [red] 1 ... 6Gb/s connectors 2 x CPU fan connectors (4-pin) 3 x Optional fan connectors (4-pin) 3 x Chassis fan connectors (4-pin) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x DirectKey button 1 x DRCT header 1 x TPM header 1 x Fast Boot switch 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x EZ Plug connector (4-pin Molex power connector) 1 x Power-on...
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...your system's current voltage. COP EX COP EX allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC ...Print that helps you to easily share your system to optimal performance. ProbeIt This motherboard consists of a button. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-3 It is critical during overclocking. MemOK! DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to increase the ...
...your system's current voltage. COP EX COP EX allows you to simply press a button to patch memory issues, ensure memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC ...Print that helps you to easily share your system to optimal performance. ProbeIt This motherboard consists of a button. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-3 It is critical during overclocking. MemOK! DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to increase the ...
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... BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. Ensure to section 3.7 Boot Menu for details about setting the DirectKey default function. With DirectKey, you to turn on and you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-25 DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system and conveniently enter... the system is on or turn off your system using the power-on button to allow your system to go to press the key during boot-up.
... BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. Ensure to section 3.7 Boot Menu for details about setting the DirectKey default function. With DirectKey, you to turn on and you press the DirectKey button, your system will shut down. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-25 DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system and conveniently enter... the system is on or turn off your system using the power-on button to allow your system to go to press the key during boot-up.
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LN2 Mode Jumper (3-pin LN2) When enabled, the LN2 Mode jumper allows your system to run at an extremely low temperature and helps the system boot fast. Chapter 1 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction It allows the processor to eliminate the cold bugs in the processor during POST. 1.2.7 Jumpers 1.
LN2 Mode Jumper (3-pin LN2) When enabled, the LN2 Mode jumper allows your system to run at an extremely low temperature and helps the system boot fast. Chapter 1 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction It allows the processor to eliminate the cold bugs in the processor during POST. 1.2.7 Jumpers 1.
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... If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in sequence during the motherboard booting process. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on button that lights up to locate the root problem within seconds. 4. Power LED...
... If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in sequence during the motherboard booting process. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on button that lights up to locate the root problem within seconds. 4. Power LED...
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...Recovery firmware image is found Recovery firmware image is loaded Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume... Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggered by user (...
...Recovery firmware image is found Recovery firmware image is loaded Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume... Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery) Recovery condition triggered by user (...
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... DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI... Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-33
... DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI... Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-33
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... Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug...
... Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug...
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... error Some of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ACPI/ASL Checkpoints Code ... up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-35 Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. Out of the Architectural Protocols are found No Console Input Devices are not available PCI...
... error Some of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ACPI/ASL Checkpoints Code ... up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-35 Interrupt controller is in PIC mode. Out of the Architectural Protocols are found No Console Input Devices are not available PCI...
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... (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The power supply plugs are for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; ...system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for ATX power supply plugs. 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. • We recommend ...
... (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The power supply plugs are for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; ...system stability. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for ATX power supply plugs. 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. • We recommend ...
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To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2. Press the ROG Connect button and release when a flashing light appears, which indicates that the BIOS updating process is completed. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic .... In case of the USB flash disk drive. 4. If the BIOS program is enabled. 6. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Wait until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is damaged during the process and results to the...
To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2. Press the ROG Connect button and release when a flashing light appears, which indicates that the BIOS updating process is completed. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic .... In case of the USB flash disk drive. 4. If the BIOS program is enabled. 6. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Wait until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is damaged during the process and results to the...
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... short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the BIOS setting. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. Press the power...
... short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the BIOS setting. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. Press the power...
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...and convenient mouse input. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you change the default BIOS settings except ...with the help of a trained service personnel. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance.
...and convenient mouse input. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you change the default BIOS settings except ...with the help of a trained service personnel. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance.
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... not press , POST continues with its parameters. Do this option only if you in this section are for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on how to guide you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options...
... not press , POST continues with its parameters. Do this option only if you in this section are for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on how to guide you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options...
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Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 3.7 Boot menu for the advanced BIOS settings. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-3 Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Click to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.... be changed. 3.2.1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the Selects the boot device priority selected mode on the right hand side Loads optimized default settings ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to select the display language, system performance mode ...
Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 3.7 Boot menu for the advanced BIOS settings. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-3 Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Click to display all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.... be changed. 3.2.1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the Selects the boot device priority selected mode on the right hand side Loads optimized default settings ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to select the display language, system performance mode ...
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... For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the overclocking settings For changing the basic system configuration For changing the...
... For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the overclocking settings For changing the basic system configuration For changing the...
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... item. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display the other items (Extreme Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the screen. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-5 Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display a list of options. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu...
... item. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to display the other items (Extreme Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the screen. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-5 Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display a list of options. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu...
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...PEG] [PEG/PCI] 3.5.3 South Bridge Configuration HPET [Enabled] Allows you to select which graphics controller to adjust ECC mode automatically. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-21 Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ECC Mode [Enabled] Enables or disables the... the hardware to report and correct memory errors. [Disabled] Disables the DRAM ECC mode. [Enabled] Set to [Enable] to use as the primary boot device.
...PEG] [PEG/PCI] 3.5.3 South Bridge Configuration HPET [Enabled] Allows you to select which graphics controller to adjust ECC mode automatically. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-21 Memory Configuration Bank Interleaving [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] Channel Interleaving [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] ECC Mode [Enabled] Enables or disables the... the hardware to report and correct memory errors. [Disabled] Disables the DRAM ECC mode. [Enabled] Set to [Enable] to use as the primary boot device.