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Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications summary x Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product ... assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 USB BIOS Flashback 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 iii
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications summary x Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product ... assembly installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-7 2.1.5 ATX Power connection 2-8 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-9 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-10 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-11 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-12 USB BIOS Flashback 2-12 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-13 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-13 iii
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... 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: BIOS setup 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-6 3.4 Main menu 3-16 ... menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-37 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-37 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. 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
... 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: BIOS setup 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-6 3.4 Main menu 3-16 ... menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-37 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information 3-37 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. 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
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... 4.3.6 Probe II 4-14 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder 4-15 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-17 4.3.9 Ai Charger 4-18 4.3.10 ASUS Update 4-19 4.3.11 MyLogo 4-20 4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-22 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-24 4.3.14 ROG Connect 4-27 4.3.15 GameFirst II 4-29 Chapter 5: ...RAID support 5-1 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 AMD® Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-6 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS...
... 4.3.6 Probe II 4-14 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder 4-15 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost 4-17 4.3.9 Ai Charger 4-18 4.3.10 ASUS Update 4-19 4.3.11 MyLogo 4-20 4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-22 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-24 4.3.14 ROG Connect 4-27 4.3.15 GameFirst II 4-29 Chapter 5: ...RAID support 5-1 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 AMD® Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-6 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS...
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.... 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS...
.... 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS...
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... Calibration Overclocking Protection - CPU Level Up ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS MyLogo3 ASUS Q-Design - MemOK! - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ROG BIOS Print - AI Charger+ ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - Profile - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS TPU - RC Poster - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - GPU TweakIt ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ II - 8+2+2 phase CPU power UEFI BIOS features - CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Special...
... Calibration Overclocking Protection - CPU Level Up ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS MyLogo3 ASUS Q-Design - MemOK! - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ROG BIOS Print - AI Charger+ ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - Profile - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS TPU - RC Poster - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - GPU TweakIt ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ II - 8+2+2 phase CPU power UEFI BIOS features - CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Special...
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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 x ROG Connect button 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports [blue...-on button 1 x Reset button 1 x GO button 8 x ProbeIt measurement points 3 x Thermal sensor connectors Front panel audio connector System panel (Q-Connector) 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE (continued on the next page) xii
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 x ROG Connect button 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports [blue...-on button 1 x Reset button 1 x GO button 8 x ProbeIt measurement points 3 x Thermal sensor connectors Front panel audio connector System panel (Q-Connector) 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE (continued on the next page) xii
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...an onboard 8-channel audio solution equipped with 1500uF capacitors, providing you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. Its ASUS-exclusive SupremeFX Shielding™ technology has a metallic EMI cover and a special PCB layout design...hardware level. Simply install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for your frags comes first. Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features GameFirst II ASUS GameFirst II, with cFOS Traffic Shaping technology, provides a ...
...an onboard 8-channel audio solution equipped with 1500uF capacitors, providing you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. Its ASUS-exclusive SupremeFX Shielding™ technology has a metallic EMI cover and a special PCB layout design...hardware level. Simply install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for your frags comes first. Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features GameFirst II ASUS GameFirst II, with cFOS Traffic Shaping technology, provides a ...
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... a PC, notebook, or netbook. ProbeIt This motherboard consists of a multimeter device, these points can help measure your BIOS settings to increase the chipset voltages without worrying about overheating. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and .... DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to handle the demands of a button. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-3 The Loadline Calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under extreme conditions. With the use of eight Probelt measurement...
... a PC, notebook, or netbook. ProbeIt This motherboard consists of a multimeter device, these points can help measure your BIOS settings to increase the chipset voltages without worrying about overheating. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and .... DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to handle the demands of a button. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-3 The Loadline Calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under extreme conditions. With the use of eight Probelt measurement...
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Load the D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into either the red slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. ... module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into both the red and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Side(s): SS - Chapter ...
Load the D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into either the red slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. ... module into A2 slot. (2) Supports two (2) modules inserted into both the red and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Side(s): SS - Chapter ...
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... is on or turn on and you press the DirectKey button, your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-25 Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system to go...
... is on or turn on and you press the DirectKey button, your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-25 Press the DirectKey button again or the Power-on button to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. DirectKey button (DirectKey) This feature allows your system to go...
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...you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA ...hard disk drives. 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Chapter 1 • These connectors are using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB950 controller...
...you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA ...hard disk drives. 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Chapter 1 • These connectors are using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you can create a RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, or RAID 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® SB950 controller...
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...cable to this connector. • We recommend that came with the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-41 Chapter 1 Connect the button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that you want to connect a high-definition ... audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that supports the DirectKey function.
...cable to this connector. • We recommend that came with the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-41 Chapter 1 Connect the button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that you want to connect a high-definition ... audio capability. • If you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that supports the DirectKey function.
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... button/soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. 11. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-43 Chapter 1 The speaker allows you turn...
... button/soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. 11. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-43 Chapter 1 The speaker allows you turn...
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You must enable the OPT FAN 1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices which you want to these connectors. The optional fan 1/2/3 can work with the temperature sensors for temperature monitoring. Connect the thermal sensor cables to monitor the temperature. The thermal sensor cables are for a better cooling effect. Chapter 1 1-44 Chapter 1: Product introduction Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1-3) These connectors are purchased separately. 12.
You must enable the OPT FAN 1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices which you want to these connectors. The optional fan 1/2/3 can work with the temperature sensors for temperature monitoring. Connect the thermal sensor cables to monitor the temperature. The thermal sensor cables are for a better cooling effect. Chapter 1 1-44 Chapter 1: Product introduction Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1-3) These connectors are purchased separately. 12.
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...Copy C5FZ.CAP to the root directory of interruption, please follow the steps again. • Updating BIOS may have risks. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to the section 3.10 Updating... power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is enabled. 6. ROG Connect button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Turn off the system and insert ...
...Copy C5FZ.CAP to the root directory of interruption, please follow the steps again. • Updating BIOS may have risks. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to the section 3.10 Updating... power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is enabled. 6. ROG Connect button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Turn off the system and insert ...
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... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. • Due to USB...
... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. • Due to USB...
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...codes table) or additional messages appear on . Press the power switch for less than four seconds to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. Turn on test. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up or change from the time you turned on the ...enter the soft-off mode, depending on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. After applying power, the system power LED on the BIOS setting. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One...
...codes table) or additional messages appear on . Press the power switch for less than four seconds to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. Turn on test. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up or change from the time you turned on the ...enter the soft-off mode, depending on the system front panel case lights up for assistance. After applying power, the system power LED on the BIOS setting. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One...
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... conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-1 We strongly recommend that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that goes...
... conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-1 We strongly recommend that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that goes...
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... onscreen help to guide you in this option only if you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to the default value. See section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on . Chapter...be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey . If you failed to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Do this section are for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: &#...
... onscreen help to guide you in this option only if you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to the default value. See section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on . Chapter...be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey . If you failed to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Do this section are for details. • If the system fails to boot after POST: &#...
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...fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/ power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Chapter 3 Selects the ...right hand side Loads optimized default settings ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to the system. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press hot key for the advanced BIOS settings. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-3
...fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/ power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Chapter 3 Selects the ...right hand side Loads optimized default settings ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to the system. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press hot key for the advanced BIOS settings. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-3
