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Contents Notices...vii Safety information 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 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-9 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.4 System memory 2-5 2.2.5 Expansion slots 2-14 2.2.6 Onboard switches 2-...
Contents Notices...vii Safety information 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 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-9 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.4 System memory 2-5 2.2.5 Expansion slots 2-14 2.2.6 Onboard switches 2-...
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... off the computer 2-57 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 Advanced Mode 3-2 3.2.2 EZ Mode 3-3 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-5 3.4 Main menu 3-14 3.4.1 System Language 3-14 3.4.2 System Date 3-14 3.4.3 System Time 3-14 3.4.4 Security 3-15 3.5 Advanced menu...3-24 3.5.6 APM 3-26 3.5.7 iROG Configuration 3-28 3.5.8 ROG Connect 3-28 3.5.9 LED Control 3-29 3.6 Monitor menu 3-30 3.7 Boot menu 3-34 3.8 Tools menu 3-36 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-36 3.8.2 Asus SPD Information 3-36 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.8.4 GO Button File 3-38 3.8.5 ...
... off the computer 2-57 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 Advanced Mode 3-2 3.2.2 EZ Mode 3-3 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-5 3.4 Main menu 3-14 3.4.1 System Language 3-14 3.4.2 System Date 3-14 3.4.3 System Time 3-14 3.4.4 Security 3-15 3.5 Advanced menu...3-24 3.5.6 APM 3-26 3.5.7 iROG Configuration 3-28 3.5.8 ROG Connect 3-28 3.5.9 LED Control 3-29 3.6 Monitor menu 3-30 3.7 Boot menu 3-34 3.8 Tools menu 3-36 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-36 3.8.2 Asus SPD Information 3-36 3.8.3 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-37 3.8.4 GO Button File 3-38 3.8.5 ...
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... ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-45 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-46 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-47 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM 4-4 4.3.3 TurboV EVO 4-6 4.3.4 EPU 4-11 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-12 4.3.6 Probe II 4-13 4.3.7 ROG CPU-Z 4-14 4.3.8 MemTweakIt 4-15 4.3.9 ROG...
... ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-45 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-46 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-47 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM 4-4 4.3.3 TurboV EVO 4-6 4.3.4 EPU 4-11 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-12 4.3.6 Probe II 4-13 4.3.7 ROG CPU-Z 4-14 4.3.8 MemTweakIt 4-15 4.3.9 ROG...
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...Express Chipset: - 9 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at mid-board, 1 port at rear is also for ROG connect) ROG Connect RC Bluetooth ROG iDirect Mem Tweaklt ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ - �8�-�p�h�a�s�e��C�P�U��p�o�w��... Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features RealteK ALC889 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC -
...Express Chipset: - 9 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at mid-board, 1 port at rear is also for ROG connect) ROG Connect RC Bluetooth ROG iDirect Mem Tweaklt ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ - �8�-�p�h�a�s�e��C�P�U��p�o�w��... Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features RealteK ALC889 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC -
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... (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo 2 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse port 2 x External SATA ports 2 x LAN (RJ45) ports 8 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (also for ROG Connect) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Optical) 8-channel Audio I /O Connectors CPU Level Up MemOK! Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports...
... (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo 2 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse port 2 x External SATA ports 2 x LAN (RJ45) ports 8 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 1 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (also for ROG Connect) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Optical) 8-channel Audio I /O Connectors CPU Level Up MemOK! Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports...
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xviii Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary BIOS Features 64Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS Manageability WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Software Support DVD: - Drivers and applications * ASUS AI Suite II * ROG CPU-Z * 3DMark Vantage * ROG Mem Tweaklt Utility * DAEMON Tools Pro Standard * Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license Form Factor Extended ATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.6" (30.5cm x 26.9cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xviii Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary BIOS Features 64Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS Manageability WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Software Support DVD: - Drivers and applications * ASUS AI Suite II * ROG CPU-Z * 3DMark Vantage * ROG Mem Tweaklt Utility * DAEMON Tools Pro Standard * Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license Form Factor Extended ATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.6" (30.5cm x 26.9cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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...;Q�-C�o�n�n�e�c�to�r �K�it another standout in -1 ROG Cable Label 1 x RC Bluetooth card Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide ROG exclusive feature guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it 1 x 3-Way SLI...
...;Q�-C�o�n�n�e�c�to�r �K�it another standout in -1 ROG Cable Label 1 x RC Bluetooth card Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide ROG exclusive feature guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it 1 x 3-Way SLI...
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...that features data transfer rates of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Ultimately, users can enjoy optimal simultaneous performance in games. Refer to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000... Technology boosts overall system performance. Key benefits are expedited hard drive speeds, reduced load and wait times and maximized storage utilization. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-3 It uses an installed fast SSD (min 18.6GB available) as default.
...that features data transfer rates of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Ultimately, users can enjoy optimal simultaneous performance in games. Refer to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000... Technology boosts overall system performance. Key benefits are expedited hard drive speeds, reduced load and wait times and maximized storage utilization. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-3 It uses an installed fast SSD (min 18.6GB available) as default.
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...from your iPhone or iPad! 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ROG Connect Plug and Overclock - Thanks to the Bluetooth card that comes with select ASUS ROG motherboards, you can be able to run both ? SLI or CrossFireX? ROG iDirect Tune our PC from your iPhone or iPad now...timing adjustments, DRAM efficiency gauge When changing DRAM settings in real-time via a notebook-just like a race car engineer-with the ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z, you a whole new tweaking experience right on Demand technology, supporting SLI or CrossFireX configuration. SLI/CrossFireX On-Demand Why choose when...
...from your iPhone or iPad! 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ROG Connect Plug and Overclock - Thanks to the Bluetooth card that comes with select ASUS ROG motherboards, you can be able to run both ? SLI or CrossFireX? ROG iDirect Tune our PC from your iPhone or iPad now...timing adjustments, DRAM efficiency gauge When changing DRAM settings in real-time via a notebook-just like a race car engineer-with the ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z, you a whole new tweaking experience right on Demand technology, supporting SLI or CrossFireX configuration. SLI/CrossFireX On-Demand Why choose when...
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... of how to overclockers! With the new BIOS Flashback, PC enthusiasts can real-time monitor the desktop PC system status & tweak its parameters - ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-5 When users want to flash BIOS ever! Twice the overclocking flexibility. Very much like the "SaveGame" function, one BIOS can be used for...IC which BIOS ROM they want to enter the BIOS or the operating system, just plug the thumb drive into the ROG Connect port & push the ROG Connect button for the overclocking adventure, while the other BIOS is to be the most convenient way to save two versions...
... of how to overclockers! With the new BIOS Flashback, PC enthusiasts can real-time monitor the desktop PC system status & tweak its parameters - ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-5 When users want to flash BIOS ever! Twice the overclocking flexibility. Very much like the "SaveGame" function, one BIOS can be used for...IC which BIOS ROM they want to enter the BIOS or the operating system, just plug the thumb drive into the ROG Connect port & push the ROG Connect button for the overclocking adventure, while the other BIOS is to be the most convenient way to save two versions...
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...support for the CPU is critical but risky. Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on with a unique design. Extreme Tweaker One stop performance tuning shop Extreme Tweakers is a customized ROG version authorized by CPUID. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores....multitester. The voltiminder LED allows quick voltage monitoring for extreme CPU overclocking! Use the whole new look of CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z is the one stop shop to optimal performance. ROG CPU-Z Whole new design of ROG CPU-Z to truly report your CPU related information and...
...support for the CPU is critical but risky. Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on with a unique design. Extreme Tweaker One stop performance tuning shop Extreme Tweakers is a customized ROG version authorized by CPUID. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores....multitester. The voltiminder LED allows quick voltage monitoring for extreme CPU overclocking! Use the whole new look of CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z is the one stop shop to optimal performance. ROG CPU-Z Whole new design of ROG CPU-Z to truly report your CPU related information and...
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...out. is never as easy as this easy. 1.3.3 ROG unique features CPU Level Up A simple click for instant upgrade! Maximus IV Extreme-Z features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings to others with ROG's CPU Level Up! GPU.DIMM Post Easily check, just... enter the BIOS! This helps you could have control over . Overclocking is the fastest memory booting solution today. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-7 Overclcoking has never been this . Any memory is among the top concerns when it comes to computer upgrades. BIOS Print One...
...out. is never as easy as this easy. 1.3.3 ROG unique features CPU Level Up A simple click for instant upgrade! Maximus IV Extreme-Z features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings to others with ROG's CPU Level Up! GPU.DIMM Post Easily check, just... enter the BIOS! This helps you could have control over . Overclocking is the fastest memory booting solution today. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-7 Overclcoking has never been this . Any memory is among the top concerns when it comes to computer upgrades. BIOS Print One...
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...connectivity standard. Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to achieve world O.C. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-9 processor satisfies every level of overclockers-from die-hard enthusiasts to the fastest clock speeds while maintaining stability. ...multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system to beginners. 1.3.4 ASUS special features ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. Turbo Key boosts performance with USB 2.0 components. ...
...connectivity standard. Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to achieve world O.C. ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-9 processor satisfies every level of overclockers-from die-hard enthusiasts to the fastest clock speeds while maintaining stability. ...multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system to beginners. 1.3.4 ASUS special features ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. Turbo Key boosts performance with USB 2.0 components. ...
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PCIe x16 Lane switch These slide switches allows you can use the slide switch to find out the faulty one without removing the cards. 6. When one of order, you to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST at an extremely low temperature and help the system boot successfully. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5. LN2 Mode switch With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is out of the installed PCIe x16 cards is optimized to enable and disable the corresponding PCIe x16 slots.
PCIe x16 Lane switch These slide switches allows you can use the slide switch to find out the faulty one without removing the cards. 6. When one of order, you to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST at an extremely low temperature and help the system boot successfully. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information 5. LN2 Mode switch With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is out of the installed PCIe x16 cards is optimized to enable and disable the corresponding PCIe x16 slots.
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ROG Connect switch 12. Clear CMOS switch 8. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. LAN (RJ-45) port 1* 6. ROG Connect port 13. 2.3.10 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors 1. External SATA ports 1 and 2 9. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 14. USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6 3. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. USB 3.0 ports 7 and 8 7. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. 2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information RC Bluetooth switch 5. PS/2 mouse and keyboard port 2. LAN (RJ-45) port 2* 4.
ROG Connect switch 12. Clear CMOS switch 8. Optical S/PDIF Out port 10. LAN (RJ-45) port 1* 6. ROG Connect port 13. 2.3.10 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors 1. External SATA ports 1 and 2 9. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 14. USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6 3. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. USB 3.0 ports 7 and 8 7. Audio I/O ports** *and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port and audio port definitions. 2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information RC Bluetooth switch 5. PS/2 mouse and keyboard port 2. LAN (RJ-45) port 2* 4.
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3.5.7 iROG Configuration iROG Timer Keeper [Last State] Allows you to set the iROG Time Keeper operation mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] RC Poster Mode [String] RC Poster describes what occurs during the POST. Configuration options: [String] [Code] 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Last State] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.8 ROG Connect ROG Connect [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ROG Connect function.
3.5.7 iROG Configuration iROG Timer Keeper [Last State] Allows you to set the iROG Time Keeper operation mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] RC Poster Mode [String] RC Poster describes what occurs during the POST. Configuration options: [String] [Code] 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Last State] [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.8 ROG Connect ROG Connect [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ROG Connect function.
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... [Enabled]. Configuration options: [PCH] [PCH PLL] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-29 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you to enable or disable the onboard Voltiminder LED. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU LED Selection [CPU] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard ROG logo LED. ROG Logo [Enabled] Allows you to switch...
... [Enabled]. Configuration options: [PCH] [PCH PLL] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-29 Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you to enable or disable the onboard Voltiminder LED. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU LED Selection [CPU] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard ROG logo LED. ROG Logo [Enabled] Allows you to switch...
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Double-click the CUPID ROG CPU-Z icon on the top to switch display pages. 4.3.7 ROG CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z allows you to access ROG official website at http://rog.asus.com/. 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Click the REPUBLIC OF GAMERS icon to monitor your system status in real-time. Click the tabs on the desktop. 2. To launch ROG CPU-Z 1.
Double-click the CUPID ROG CPU-Z icon on the top to switch display pages. 4.3.7 ROG CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z allows you to access ROG official website at http://rog.asus.com/. 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Click the REPUBLIC OF GAMERS icon to monitor your system status in real-time. Click the tabs on the desktop. 2. To launch ROG CPU-Z 1.
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...you will see your DRAM Efficiency Score on the top. 4. Double-click the MemTweakIt icon on the top to access ROG official website at http://rog. Click Apply to adjust the timing of your installed memory and increase your system if needed. A wrong configuration of... this application is displayed as shown. asus.com/. Click About on the desktop. 2. Restart your system potential. Click the REPUBLIC OF GAMERS icon to switch the screen and the information of the DRAM timings may result in an unstable system. To launch MemTweakIt 1. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-15
...you will see your DRAM Efficiency Score on the top. 4. Double-click the MemTweakIt icon on the top to access ROG official website at http://rog. Click Apply to adjust the timing of your installed memory and increase your system if needed. A wrong configuration of... this application is displayed as shown. asus.com/. Click About on the desktop. 2. Restart your system potential. Click the REPUBLIC OF GAMERS icon to switch the screen and the information of the DRAM timings may result in an unstable system. To launch MemTweakIt 1. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-15
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Setting up USB connection between your local and remote PC • Install ROG Connect on the remote PC from the provided Support DVD before using ROG Connect. 1. Ensure that you to ON. 3. Double-click the RC TweakIt shortcut on the remote PC to activate the function ... the provided Support DVD before using ROG Connect. • ROG Connect must work with ROG Connect Plus to monitor or adjust your local PC. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.9 ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you install ROG Connect Plus on your remote PC. Connect the provided ROG Connect cable to the local PC ...
Setting up USB connection between your local and remote PC • Install ROG Connect on the remote PC from the provided Support DVD before using ROG Connect. 1. Ensure that you to ON. 3. Double-click the RC TweakIt shortcut on the remote PC to activate the function ... the provided Support DVD before using ROG Connect. • ROG Connect must work with ROG Connect Plus to monitor or adjust your local PC. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support 4.3.9 ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you install ROG Connect Plus on your remote PC. Connect the provided ROG Connect cable to the local PC ...