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Motherboard Maximus Formula (Special Edition)/ Maximus Formula
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... EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES... the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). E3471 Second Edition V2 October 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING ...
... EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES... the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). E3471 Second Edition V2 October 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING ...
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Contents Contents...iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary...xi 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 Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-4 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-5 ...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary...xi 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 Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-4 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-5 ...
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... 2 PATA devices Dual Gigabit LAN controllers, both featuring AI NET 2 Supports Teaming Technology SupremeFX II Audio Card - Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB...Pentium® 4 processors Supports Intel® next-generation 45nm multi-core CPUs Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 2 x PCIe x16 slots (@ full x16, x16 speed) 3 x PCIe x1 (PCIEX1_1 ...
... 2 PATA devices Dual Gigabit LAN controllers, both featuring AI NET 2 Supports Teaming Technology SupremeFX II Audio Card - Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB...Pentium® 4 processors Supports Intel® next-generation 45nm multi-core CPUs Compatible with Intel® 06/05B/05A processors * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 2 x PCIe x16 slots (@ full x16, x16 speed) 3 x PCIe x1 (PCIEX1_1 ...
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... ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector for Special Edition only) Extreme Tweaker 2-Phase DDR2 ASUS EPU Loadline Calibration Intelligent overclocking tools: - AI Booster Utility - AI Gear 3 - Profile Overclocking protection: - AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - Voltiminder LED - Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary ROG Exclusive Overclocking features ROG Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors Fusion Block...
... ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector for Special Edition only) Extreme Tweaker 2-Phase DDR2 ASUS EPU Loadline Calibration Intelligent overclocking tools: - AI Booster Utility - AI Gear 3 - Profile Overclocking protection: - AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - Voltiminder LED - Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary ROG Exclusive Overclocking features ROG Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors Fusion Block...
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xiii Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Accessories Software Form Factor 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Fusion Block System Accessory(for Special Edition only) LCD Poster ASUS Optional Fan SupremeFX II Audio Card 3 in 1 ASUS Q-connector...
xiii Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Accessories Software Form Factor 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Fusion Block System Accessory(for Special Edition only) LCD Poster ASUS Optional Fan SupremeFX II Audio Card 3 in 1 ASUS Q-connector...
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... I/O module Cables Accessories Application DVD/CD Documentation ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula USB 2.0 + IEEE 1394a module Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable Floppy disk drive cable Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables I/O shield ASUS Optional Fan Fusion Block System Accessory (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware...
... I/O module Cables Accessories Application DVD/CD Documentation ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula USB 2.0 + IEEE 1394a module Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable Floppy disk drive cable Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables I/O shield ASUS Optional Fan Fusion Block System Accessory (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware...
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...and other memory demanding applications. Dual Gigabit LAN The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to 12.8 GB/s. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the...FSB and DRAM ratio proportions by eliminating the bottleneck when overclocking both the CPU and memory- While in DDR2 1066 mode, ASUS's exclusive technology offers a choice of available memory size. Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two ...
...and other memory demanding applications. Dual Gigabit LAN The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to 12.8 GB/s. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the...FSB and DRAM ratio proportions by eliminating the bottleneck when overclocking both the CPU and memory- While in DDR2 1066 mode, ASUS's exclusive technology offers a choice of available memory size. Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two ...
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...audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions, and multistreaming technology that combines the ROG's renowned heatpipe design with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with the European Union's Restriction on the headphones...safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features Fusion Block System (for Special Edition only) The Fusion Block System is a more expansive CPU? You can enjoy exceptional thermal improvement to , and the motherboard will...
...audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions, and multistreaming technology that combines the ROG's renowned heatpipe design with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with the European Union's Restriction on the headphones...safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features Fusion Block System (for Special Edition only) The Fusion Block System is a more expansive CPU? You can enjoy exceptional thermal improvement to , and the motherboard will...
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...Protection -EX (COP EX) The COP EX allows overclockers to cooler temperatures and better efficiency. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. It can be used to reach higher memory frequencies and enjoy better performance. Compared with AI Gear 3, this motherboard allows... or a separate file, giving users freedom to optimal performance. See pages 2-1 to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Acting as the "red zone" of booting the BIOS. Profile that allows users to 2-3 for details. See page 4-40 ...
...Protection -EX (COP EX) The COP EX allows overclockers to cooler temperatures and better efficiency. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. It can be used to reach higher memory frequencies and enjoy better performance. Compared with AI Gear 3, this motherboard allows... or a separate file, giving users freedom to optimal performance. See pages 2-1 to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Acting as the "red zone" of booting the BIOS. Profile that allows users to 2-3 for details. See page 4-40 ...
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...for details. See pages 4-32 and 5-31 for power saving during light loading. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- To wake the system and return to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading... to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS has devoted special efforts to dissipate heat in the most notably in light loading. As a digital solution, AI Gear 3 is a fan-...
...for details. See pages 4-32 and 5-31 for power saving during light loading. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- To wake the system and return to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading... to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS has devoted special efforts to dissipate heat in the most notably in light loading. As a digital solution, AI Gear 3 is a fan-...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Switch 2-22 2.7 Aduio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster Installation 2-25 2.8 Connectors 2-27 ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Switch 2-22 2.7 Aduio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster Installation 2-25 2.8 Connectors 2-27 ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula
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... the voltage conditions of CPU, memory, northbridge, and southbridge. CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL ® MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU LED CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 1.50000~1.60000 High (yellow) 1.50625~1.69375 1.62000~1.80000 Crazy (red) 1.70000~ 1.82000~ ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- You may cause severe damage to 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu. 1. There are also an...
... the voltage conditions of CPU, memory, northbridge, and southbridge. CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL ® MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU LED CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 1.50000~1.60000 High (yellow) 1.50625~1.69375 1.62000~1.80000 Crazy (red) 1.70000~ 1.82000~ ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- You may cause severe damage to 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu. 1. There are also an...
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... northbridge/ southbridge LEDs and the table below for LED definition. ® NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL MAXIMUS FORMULA SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA North/South Bridge LED Normal (green) North Bridge Voltage 1.25~1.49 FSB Termination Voltage 1....the illustration below for the location of the memory LED and the table below for LED definition. ® MAXIMUS FORMULA DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA DDR LED DRAM Voltage Normal (green) 1.80~2.20 High (yellow) 2.22~2.60 Crazy (red) 2....
... northbridge/ southbridge LEDs and the table below for LED definition. ® NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL MAXIMUS FORMULA SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA North/South Bridge LED Normal (green) North Bridge Voltage 1.25~1.49 FSB Termination Voltage 1....the illustration below for the location of the memory LED and the table below for LED definition. ® MAXIMUS FORMULA DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA DDR LED DRAM Voltage Normal (green) 1.80~2.20 High (yellow) 2.22~2.60 Crazy (red) 2....
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... mode. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- It blinks when data is a reminder that lights up when there is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. MAXIMUS FORMULA HD_LED MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA Hard Disk LED 5. ® ® 4. This is being written into or read from the...
... mode. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- It blinks when data is a reminder that lights up when there is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. MAXIMUS FORMULA HD_LED MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA Hard Disk LED 5. ® ® 4. This is being written into or read from the...
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...PCI1 Intel® X38 NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL OPT_FAN2 SATA34 ...to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2.2.4 Audio card layout SUPREMEFX II Listen with Absolute HD ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-
...PCI1 Intel® X38 NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL OPT_FAN2 SATA34 ...to 2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2.2.4 Audio card layout SUPREMEFX II Listen with Absolute HD ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-
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... (7-pin SATA1~6) 4. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3) 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT, for ASUS HDMI VGA card) 11. Reset switch Page 2- 29 2- 29 2- 30 2- 31 2- 32 2- 32 2- 33 2- 34 2- 34 2- 35 2-36 Page 2-38 2-38 ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) Onboard switches 1. Internal...
... (7-pin SATA1~6) 4. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3) 7. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT, for ASUS HDMI VGA card) 11. Reset switch Page 2- 29 2- 29 2- 30 2- 31 2- 32 2- 32 2- 33 2- 34 2- 34 2- 35 2-36 Page 2-38 2-38 ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) Onboard switches 1. Internal...
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... tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the arrow to the left . 2. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- Press the load lever with your left (B) until it to a 135º angle. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing...
... tab A Load lever PnP cap B This side of the arrow to the left . 2. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- Press the load lever with your left (B) until it to a 135º angle. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing...
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2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to the chassis before you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly...Make sure that the four fasteners match the holes on top of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-11 To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that you have installed the motherboard to ensure optimum ...
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to the chassis before you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly...Make sure that the four fasteners match the holes on top of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-11 To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Orient the heatsink and fan assembly such that you have installed the motherboard to ensure optimum ...
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Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Push down two fasteners at a time in B place. CPU_FAN ® GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a diagonal sequence to connect the CPU fan connector! A A A B B B A 3. 2.
Connect the CPU fan cable to plug this connector. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Push down two fasteners at a time in B place. CPU_FAN ® GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a diagonal sequence to connect the CPU fan connector! A A A B B B A 3. 2.