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... 3-42 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-45 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-46 3.10.4 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 Audio...
... 3-42 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility 3-45 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-46 3.10.4 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 Audio...
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...Maximus IV Extreme 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 CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for...
...Maximus IV Extreme 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 CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for...
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...65533;R�e�s�e�t EFI BIOS features - ROG BIOS Print - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - CPU Socket Monitor Intelligent overclocking tools: - �A�S�U��S�T�u�r�b�o�V�E�...�r�R��e�c�a�ll�) GPU DIMM Post - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Maximus IV Extreme specifications summary LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking...
...65533;R�e�s�e�t EFI BIOS features - ROG BIOS Print - Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - CPU Socket Monitor Intelligent overclocking tools: - �A�S�U��S�T�u�r�b�o�V�E�...�r�R��e�c�a�ll�) GPU DIMM Post - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - Maximus IV Extreme specifications summary LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking...
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Maximus IV Extreme 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 SATA...
Maximus IV Extreme 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 SATA...
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Drivers and applications * ASUS AI Suite II * ROG CPU-Z * 3DMark Vantage * Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license Extended ATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.6" (30.5cm x 26.9cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. Maximus IV Extreme specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Software Form Factor 32Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support DVD: - xviii
Drivers and applications * ASUS AI Suite II * ROG CPU-Z * 3DMark Vantage * Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license Extended ATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.6" (30.5cm x 26.9cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. Maximus IV Extreme specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Software Form Factor 32Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support DVD: - xviii
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... only the best of your presence felt, in the Republic of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to CPU behavior, DDR3 2400/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at double the bandwidth of...and recyclable products/packaging to page 2-5 for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors in . We offer the best hardware engineering,...
... only the best of your presence felt, in the Republic of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to CPU behavior, DDR3 2400/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at double the bandwidth of...and recyclable products/packaging to page 2-5 for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors in . We offer the best hardware engineering,...
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... is critical during overclocking. Use the whole new look of ROG CPU-Z to truly report your CPU related information and your system to optimal performance. Maintaining ample voltage support for extreme CPU overclocking! Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the ...zone" of a tachometer, the Voltiminder LED displays the voltage status for CPU, PCH, and Memory in the form of 8 sets of detection points so you 're looking for overclockers. Maximus IV Extreme features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings...
... is critical during overclocking. Use the whole new look of ROG CPU-Z to truly report your CPU related information and your system to optimal performance. Maintaining ample voltage support for extreme CPU overclocking! Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the ...zone" of a tachometer, the Voltiminder LED displays the voltage status for CPU, PCH, and Memory in the form of 8 sets of detection points so you 're looking for overclockers. Maximus IV Extreme features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings...
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...current bus systems. ROG Maximus IV Extreme 1-7 Turbo Key boosts performance with one complete module. USB 3.0 Support 10X Faster Date Rates! while TurboV offers more shorting pins or moving jumpers! This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of Storage! Supporting next-generation Serial ATA ...connection quick and accurate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of plugging in one easy step with just one cable at 4.8Gbps with CPU Level UP! Moreover, upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with USB...
...current bus systems. ROG Maximus IV Extreme 1-7 Turbo Key boosts performance with one complete module. USB 3.0 Support 10X Faster Date Rates! while TurboV offers more shorting pins or moving jumpers! This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of Storage! Supporting next-generation Serial ATA ...connection quick and accurate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of plugging in one easy step with just one cable at 4.8Gbps with CPU Level UP! Moreover, upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with USB...
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... can be stored in a few clicks without the usual ""fingers"" - It includes two new graphics tests, two new CPU tests, several new feature tests, and support for the latest hardware. 3DMark® Vantage is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. O.C. Profile Conveniently store or load ...BIOS only in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to install. Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OSbased flash utility. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents...
... can be stored in a few clicks without the usual ""fingers"" - It includes two new graphics tests, two new CPU tests, several new feature tests, and support for the latest hardware. 3DMark® Vantage is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. O.C. Profile Conveniently store or load ...BIOS only in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to install. Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OSbased flash utility. Easily backup photos, videos and other entertainment contents...
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...limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS will run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. ... frequency is dependent on the market. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 8GB (or above). Use a maximum of...
...limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS will run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. ... frequency is dependent on the market. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 8GB (or above). Use a maximum of...
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ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-13 Silicon Power Silicon Power Slicon Power Slicon Power Team ...21 1.5-1.6 • • 7-7-7-21 1.5-1.6 • • • • 4 DIMM slots: 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted in any slot 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... recommended to install the memory modules from the red slots for better overclocking capacity. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/2133/2133/1866/...
ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-13 Silicon Power Silicon Power Slicon Power Slicon Power Team ...21 1.5-1.6 • • 7-7-7-21 1.5-1.6 • • • • 4 DIMM slots: 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted in any slot 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... recommended to install the memory modules from the red slots for better overclocking capacity. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/2133/2133/1866/...
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Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-35 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. Do not ... the motherboard, ensuring that you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. 7. 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 the...
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-35 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. Do not ... the motherboard, ensuring that you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. 7. 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 the...
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Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Hyper-Threading [Enabled] This item appears only when a CPU supporting Hyper-Threading Technology is enabled. Only one system to virtually function as two logical processors to the ... Technology. [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to activate in each processor package. The operating system controls the CPU speed. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-19 Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as...
Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Hyper-Threading [Enabled] This item appears only when a CPU supporting Hyper-Threading Technology is enabled. Only one system to virtually function as two logical processors to the ... Technology. [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to activate in each processor package. The operating system controls the CPU speed. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-19 Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as...
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CPU C1E [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. 3.5.2 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable the Enhanced Halt State. This item should be enabled in specific condition. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in order to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.
CPU C1E [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. 3.5.2 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable the Enhanced Halt State. This item should be enabled in specific condition. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in order to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.
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... automatically shuts down when the PCH is heated over the set temperature to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Temperature Monitor CPU Temperature; PCH Voltage; 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you do not wish ...to display the detected temperatures. NF200 Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to protect it from damage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [70ºC] [80ºC] [90ºC]...
... automatically shuts down when the PCH is heated over the set temperature to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Temperature Monitor CPU Temperature; PCH Voltage; 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you do not wish ...to display the detected temperatures. NF200 Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to protect it from damage. Configuration options: [Disabled] [70ºC] [80ºC] [90ºC]...
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...with models. • Refer to the software manual in this user manual are for reference only. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-3 Using AI Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you through the installation. The Drivers ...to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV EVO •...came with models. • The screeshots of AI Suite II in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an...
...with models. • Refer to the software manual in this user manual are for reference only. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-3 Using AI Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you through the installation. The Drivers ...to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV EVO •...came with models. • The screeshots of AI Suite II in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an...
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... may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. Refer to... get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. 2 DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for detailed software configuration. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme...
... may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. Refer to... get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. 2 DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability DIGI+ VRM CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for detailed software configuration. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme...
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... CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in WIndows® environment and takes effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes immediately For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments in the support DVD or visit the ASUS ...website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. For system stability, all changes made in TurboV will not be saved to ...
... CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in WIndows® environment and takes effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes immediately For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments in the support DVD or visit the ASUS ...website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. For system stability, all changes made in TurboV will not be saved to ...
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Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies 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...
Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies 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...
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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 Fan Control. 4.3.4 EPU EPU is an energy-... select to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for each mode Displays the system properties of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Multiple system operating modes Advanced settings...Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-11
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 Fan Control. 4.3.4 EPU EPU is an energy-... select to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for each mode Displays the system properties of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Multiple system operating modes Advanced settings...Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-11