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... 3-43 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-46 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-47 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-48 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...
... 3-43 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-46 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-47 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-48 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...
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...support one DIMM per channel. Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 �P�r�o�c�e�s�s�o�r�s Supports 32nm CPU Supports... Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the market. ** H yper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of 8GB (or above). ASUS will...
...support one DIMM per channel. Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 �P�r�o�c�e�s�s�o�r�s Supports 32nm CPU Supports... Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the market. ** H yper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of 8GB (or above). ASUS will...
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...;e�s�e�t EFI BIOS features - ROG BIOS Print - GPU DIMM Post - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features ...xvi 2 x Intel® Gigabit LAN RealteK ALC889 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - CPU Socket...
...;e�s�e�t EFI BIOS features - ROG BIOS Print - GPU DIMM Post - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features ...xvi 2 x Intel® Gigabit LAN RealteK ALC889 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - CPU Socket...
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...Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O 1 x ROG Connect On/Off switch 1 x RC Bluetooth switch 1 x Clr CMOS switch 1 x USB 3.0 connector(Red) supports additional 2 USB ��3�.0��p�o�r�t�s 4 x USB 2.0 connectors support... Power / Reset / Clr CMOS (at rear) Q-Fan Plus ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-LED (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 ...
...Maximus IV Extreme-Z specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O 1 x ROG Connect On/Off switch 1 x RC Bluetooth switch 1 x Clr CMOS switch 1 x USB 3.0 connector(Red) supports additional 2 USB ��3�.0��p�o�r�t�s 4 x USB 2.0 connectors support... Power / Reset / Clr CMOS (at rear) Q-Fan Plus ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-LED (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 ...
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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. xviii
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...Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-3 LucidLogix® Virtu™� �is �c��re��te��a��n�d��in game visuals. Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The motherboard supports... down by reducing unnecessary hard drive spin, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. LucidLogix® Virtu™ Enjoy both onboard graphics ...features from their discrete graphics card to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3...
...Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-3 LucidLogix® Virtu™� �is �c��re��te��a��n�d��in game visuals. Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The motherboard supports... down by reducing unnecessary hard drive spin, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. LucidLogix® Virtu™ Enjoy both onboard graphics ...features from their discrete graphics card to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3...
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...the one stop shop to fine-tune your system to truly report your CPU related information and your uniqueness. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Extreme Tweaker One stop performance tuning shop Extreme Tweakers is critical but risky. Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on with a unique...exactly where to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester. The voltiminder LED allows quick voltage monitoring for extreme CPU overclocking! Maintaining ample voltage support for frequency adjustment, over-voltage options, or memory timing settings, they're all hands-on Voltage Settings ...
...the one stop shop to fine-tune your system to truly report your CPU related information and your uniqueness. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Extreme Tweaker One stop performance tuning shop Extreme Tweakers is critical but risky. Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on with a unique...exactly where to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester. The voltiminder LED allows quick voltage monitoring for extreme CPU overclocking! Maintaining ample voltage support for frequency adjustment, over-voltage options, or memory timing settings, they're all hands-on Voltage Settings ...
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...the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to achieve world O.C. Turbo Key boosts performance with CPU Level UP! ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-9 USB 3.0 Support 10X Faster Date Rates! Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of overclockers-...favorite overclocking settings. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at 4.8Gbps with USB 2.0 components. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Experience ultra-fast data transfers ...
...the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to achieve world O.C. Turbo Key boosts performance with CPU Level UP! ROG Maximus IV Extreme-Z 1-9 USB 3.0 Support 10X Faster Date Rates! Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of overclockers-...favorite overclocking settings. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at 4.8Gbps with USB 2.0 components. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Experience ultra-fast data transfers ...
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...and hot-plug functions. It includes two new graphics tests, two new CPU tests, several new feature tests, and support for Windows Vista and DirectX10. Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OSbased... new industry standard PC gaming performance benchmark from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. SATA on the Go The motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on a completely new rendering engine, developed specifically to install. Easily backup photos, videos and ...
...and hot-plug functions. It includes two new graphics tests, two new CPU tests, several new feature tests, and support for Windows Vista and DirectX10. Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OSbased... new industry standard PC gaming performance benchmark from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. SATA on the Go The motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on a completely new rendering engine, developed specifically to install. Easily backup photos, videos and ...
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... or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more on the motherboard. ASUS will run at a higher frequency, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at DDR3 2133/2133.... Use a maximum of the following: - Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a...
... or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more on the motherboard. ASUS will run at a higher frequency, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at DDR3 2133/2133.... Use a maximum of the following: - Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a...
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... as single-channel memory configuration. 2 DIMMs: Support one pair of modules inserted into either the red slots or the gray slots as one pair of 4GB capacity or more, Windows 32bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-13 Hence, a total installed memory of... less than 3GB is recommended. • It is recommended to install the memory modules from the red slots for better overclocking capacity. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/...
... as single-channel memory configuration. 2 DIMMs: Support one pair of modules inserted into either the red slots or the gray slots as one pair of 4GB capacity or more, Windows 32bit operating system may only recognize less than 3GB. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-13 Hence, a total installed memory of... less than 3GB is recommended. • It is recommended to install the memory modules from the red slots for better overclocking capacity. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/...
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Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-35 These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps ...12 W) fan power. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3; 4-pin PWR_FAN; 4-pin OPT_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on...
Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 2-35 These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps ...12 W) fan power. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3; 4-pin PWR_FAN; 4-pin OPT_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on...
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... the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled] and allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in specific condition. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-19 Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Hyper-Threading [Enabled] This item appears only when a CPU supporting Hyper-Threading Technology is enabled. Allows processor cores to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously...
... the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology item to [Enabled] and allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in specific condition. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-19 Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Hyper-Threading [Enabled] This item appears only when a CPU supporting Hyper-Threading Technology is enabled. Allows processor cores to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously...
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CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCIE] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup This item should ... to set the package C state limit. Configuration options: [C6] [No Limit] 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration Initial Graphic Adapter [PCIE] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. Package C State limit [No Limit] Allows you to disable or enable the...
CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to select the graphics controller as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [PCIE] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup This item should ... to set the package C state limit. Configuration options: [C6] [No Limit] 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration Initial Graphic Adapter [PCIE] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. Package C State limit [No Limit] Allows you to disable or enable the...
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...186;C] �[1�0�0��ºC��] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-31 DRAM Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; OPT1/2/3 Temperature[xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, motherboard, and the assigned devices temperatures. PCH Overheat ...VCCSA/IO Voltage; Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Voltage Monitor CPU Voltage; 3.3V Voltage; 5V Voltage; 12V Voltage; Temperature Monitor CPU Temperature; PCH Voltage; Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to protect it from damage.
...186;C] �[1�0�0��ºC��] ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 3-31 DRAM Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; OPT1/2/3 Temperature[xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, motherboard, and the assigned devices temperatures. PCH Overheat ...VCCSA/IO Voltage; Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Voltage Monitor CPU Voltage; 3.3V Voltage; 5V Voltage; 12V Voltage; Temperature Monitor CPU Temperature; PCH Voltage; Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to protect it from damage.
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... icon to customize the settings of AI Suite II. Place the support DVD to complete installation. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-3 Follow the onscreen instructions to the optical drive. 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that came with models. • Refer to... manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select...
... icon to customize the settings of AI Suite II. Place the support DVD to complete installation. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-3 Follow the onscreen instructions to the optical drive. 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that came with models. • Refer to... manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select...
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Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to increase VRM efficiency. 5 DIGI+ VRM Duty Control DIGI+...2 DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for detailed software configuration. Function description 1 DIGI+ VRM Load-line Calibration Higher load-line calibration could get more transient and better thermal performance. No. The thermal conditions should be monitored. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-5 A higher ...
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to increase VRM efficiency. 5 DIGI+ VRM Duty Control DIGI+...2 DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for detailed software configuration. Function description 1 DIGI+ VRM Load-line Calibration Higher load-line calibration could get more transient and better thermal performance. No. The thermal conditions should be monitored. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-5 A higher ...
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...Tuning Mode TurboV Load profile Target values Current values Click to show / hide more detailed adjustments in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after ...Windows starts. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. 4.3.3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up settings Save...
...Tuning Mode TurboV Load profile Target values Current values Click to show / hide more detailed adjustments in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after ...Windows starts. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. 4.3.3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up settings Save...
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...Read through the warning messages and click OK to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in BIOS to start auto-overclocking. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options...CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU...
...Read through the warning messages and click OK to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in BIOS to start auto-overclocking. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options...CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU...
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...the system shift modes automatically according to save system power. Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-11 4.3.4 EPU EPU is an energy-efficient tool that you can also customize each mode *• Select From EPU Installation...8226; Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and ...
...the system shift modes automatically according to save system power. Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z 4-11 4.3.4 EPU EPU is an energy-efficient tool that you can also customize each mode *• Select From EPU Installation...8226; Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and ...