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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 highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.4 ROG-rich bundled software 1-3 1.1.5 Other features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System...
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 highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.4 ROG-rich bundled software 1-3 1.1.5 Other features 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System...
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CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Special features 3 x ASMedia® USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 4 x USB 3.0 ports at rear panel [blue] AMD® SB950 Chipset - 12 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 8 ports at rear panel) ROG Connect - RC Poster - ROG BIOS Print - ASUS EZ Flash...
CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Special features 3 x ASMedia® USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support - 4 x USB 3.0 ports at rear panel [blue] AMD® SB950 Chipset - 12 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 8 ports at rear panel) ROG Connect - RC Poster - ROG BIOS Print - ASUS EZ Flash...
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...multi-core CPUs to support multi-GPU SLI™/ CrossFireX™ graphics cards for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-1 We offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovative ideas, and we excel in . With the AMD®... (socket AM3+/AM3) This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with less power consumption. It provides better overclocking capabilities with up to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD® CPUs in making statements and we welcome the best gamers to...
...multi-core CPUs to support multi-GPU SLI™/ CrossFireX™ graphics cards for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-1 We offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovative ideas, and we excel in . With the AMD®... (socket AM3+/AM3) This motherboard supports AMD® Socket AM3+ multi-core processors with less power consumption. It provides better overclocking capabilities with up to 8-core native CPU cores, and AMD® CPUs in making statements and we welcome the best gamers to...
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... parameters in online multiplayer games. CPU Level Up With ROG's CPU Level Up, overclocking has never been so easy, or cost-free. Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Its ASUS-exclusive SupremeFX Shielding™ technology has a metallic EMI cover and a special PCB... select the processor that fully maximizes ROG's unique functions, providing you with minimal audio distortion. 1.1.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you to achieve ultimate performance with cFOS Traffic Shaping technology, provides a powerful and userfriendly ...
... parameters in online multiplayer games. CPU Level Up With ROG's CPU Level Up, overclocking has never been so easy, or cost-free. Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Its ASUS-exclusive SupremeFX Shielding™ technology has a metallic EMI cover and a special PCB... select the processor that fully maximizes ROG's unique functions, providing you with minimal audio distortion. 1.1.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you to achieve ultimate performance with cFOS Traffic Shaping technology, provides a powerful and userfriendly ...
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... memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-3 MemOK! COP EX COP EX allows you detect your system's CPU, PLL, VCCSA, PCH, IO, DIMM, and iGPU voltages. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1.1.4 ROG-rich bundled software Kaspersky®...
... memory boot compatibility, determine fail-safe settings, and dramatically improve the system's bootup. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-3 MemOK! COP EX COP EX allows you detect your system's CPU, PLL, VCCSA, PCH, IO, DIMM, and iGPU voltages. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1.1.4 ROG-rich bundled software Kaspersky®...
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... install DIMMs with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is then mapped for the OS...
... install DIMMs with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is then mapped for the OS...
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Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to power up or wake up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you ... when working on button that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-23 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to reboot the system. The button also lights up the system.
Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to power up or wake up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you ... when working on button that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-23 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to reboot the system. The button also lights up the system.
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or press it to provide better overclocking margins when using the Slow Mode Switch. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Slow Mode switch Slow Mode switch allows your system to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. GO button Press the GO button before POST to [Enable] before using the LN2 cooling system. When enabled, the Slow Mode switch prevents the system from crashing, slows down the CPU, and the system's tuner will make the adjustments. 3. Ensure to set the LN2 Mode jumper to enable MemOK!
or press it to provide better overclocking margins when using the Slow Mode Switch. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Slow Mode switch Slow Mode switch allows your system to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. GO button Press the GO button before POST to [Enable] before using the LN2 cooling system. When enabled, the Slow Mode switch prevents the system from crashing, slows down the CPU, and the system's tuner will make the adjustments. 3. Ensure to set the LN2 Mode jumper to enable MemOK!
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Hard Disk LED The hard disk LED is no hard disk drive connected to indicate the hard disk activity. The LED does not light up when there is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 2. 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Lighting: Indicates that MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-27 It blinks when data is enabled before POST. is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS.
Hard Disk LED The hard disk LED is no hard disk drive connected to indicate the hard disk activity. The LED does not light up when there is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 2. 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. Lighting: Indicates that MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-27 It blinks when data is enabled before POST. is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS.
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Figure 1 The photos above are for reference only. Use a multimeter to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings. 1.2.10 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. See the illustration below to the motherboard as shown on Figure 1. Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-45 Chapter 1 The actual motherboard layout and measure points location may connect the multitester to locate the respective ProbeIt points.
Figure 1 The photos above are for reference only. Use a multimeter to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings. 1.2.10 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. See the illustration below to the motherboard as shown on Figure 1. Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 1-45 Chapter 1 The actual motherboard layout and measure points location may connect the multitester to locate the respective ProbeIt points.
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... 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 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows...
... 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 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows...
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... during the system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS"... and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. We strongly recommend that you to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS....
... during the system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS"... and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. We strongly recommend that you to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS....
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... Advanced Mode provides advanced 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 advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings...
... Advanced Mode provides advanced 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 advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings...
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The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Scroll down to malfunction. 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard.
The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Scroll down to malfunction. 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard.
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...[DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] Chapter 3 Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to your CPU model. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Use and keys to the default setting. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you.... [D.O.C.P.] CPU Bus, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. Use the and keys to suit extreme overclocking. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-7 The values range from 100 to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo CORE Ratio [Auto] This item...
...[DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] Chapter 3 Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to your CPU model. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Use and keys to the default setting. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you.... [D.O.C.P.] CPU Bus, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. Use the and keys to suit extreme overclocking. ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-7 The values range from 100 to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo CORE Ratio [Auto] This item...
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... EPU Power Saving Mode to power saving modes. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. Changing the values in this happens, revert to adjust the value. ...1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz] [2600MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed.
... EPU Power Saving Mode to power saving modes. PCIe Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the PCIe overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. Changing the values in this happens, revert to adjust the value. ...1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] [2200MHz] [2400MHz] [2600MHz] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances CPU bus frequency overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the HyperTransport link speed.
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.... Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-11 The fields show N/A if there are no devices installed on your CPU specifiation. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but...
.... Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-11 The fields show N/A if there are no devices installed on your CPU specifiation. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but...
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...using the numeric keypad and press the key. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Increasing phase number under light system loading to enhance system stability. Higher frequency gets quicker transient ...on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto]...
...using the numeric keypad and press the key. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Increasing phase number under light system loading to enhance system stability. Higher frequency gets quicker transient ...on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto]...
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... balance. [Extreme] Maintains the VRM current balance. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-13 Set this item to [Enabled] to choose a higher voltage to control the CPU/NB Power Response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [Fast] [Ultra Fast] CPU Power Thermal Control [130] Allows you to overclock, but doing so might decrease CPU life. Configuration options...
... balance. [Extreme] Maintains the VRM current balance. Chapter 3 ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z 3-13 Set this item to [Enabled] to choose a higher voltage to control the CPU/NB Power Response. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [Fast] [Ultra Fast] CPU Power Thermal Control [130] Allows you to overclock, but doing so might decrease CPU life. Configuration options...
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...values Click to show settings Save the current settings as CPU Level Up that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage and DRAM voltage in Windows®... on the next system boot. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may lead to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings.
...values Click to show settings Save the current settings as CPU Level Up that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage and DRAM voltage in Windows®... on the next system boot. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may lead to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings.