User Manual
Page 5
... 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...
User Manual
Page 15
... 2TB cannot be set as a data disk only. (continued on the market. ** H yper DIMM support is subject to www.asus.com or this user manual for details. *** R efer to the physical characteristics of 8GB (or above). Maximus IV Extreme specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd...
... 2TB cannot be set as a data disk only. (continued on the market. ** H yper DIMM support is subject to www.asus.com or this user manual for details. *** R efer to the physical characteristics of 8GB (or above). Maximus IV Extreme specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd...
User Manual
Page 16
...Maximus IV Extreme 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 - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - GPU DIMM Post - Supports...65533;L�E�D� - �Q�_�R�e�s�e�t EFI BIOS features - CPU Socket Monitor Intelligent overclocking tools: - �A�S�U��S�T�u�r�b�o...
...Maximus IV Extreme 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 - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking - GPU DIMM Post - Supports...65533;L�E�D� - �Q�_�R�e�s�e�t EFI BIOS features - CPU Socket Monitor Intelligent overclocking tools: - �A�S�U��S�T�u�r�b�o...
User Manual
Page 17
... 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 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 specifications summary Other...
... 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 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 specifications summary Other...
User Manual
Page 18
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
User Manual
Page 22
... LGA1155 socket 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 the Republic of 2400...2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes. Refer to page 2-5 for details. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2400/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at... ideas, and we excel in the world. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the...
... LGA1155 socket 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 the Republic of 2400...2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes. Refer to page 2-5 for details. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2400/2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at... ideas, and we excel in the world. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the...
User Manual
Page 25
... for extreme CPU overclocking! ROG Maximus IV Extreme 1-5 Acting as the original version, with the press of a button. ROG CPU-Z Whole new design of detection points so you 're looking for frequency adjustment, over . Maximus IV Extreme features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings to others with a unique design. Maintaining ample voltage support for CPU...
... for extreme CPU overclocking! ROG Maximus IV Extreme 1-5 Acting as the original version, with the press of a button. ROG CPU-Z Whole new design of detection points so you 're looking for frequency adjustment, over . Maximus IV Extreme features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings to others with a unique design. Maintaining ample voltage support for CPU...
User Manual
Page 27
... with CPU Level UP! Moreover, upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with USB 2.0 components. processor satisfies every level of plugging in one easy step with one touch; SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of current bus systems. ROG Maximus IV Extreme 1-7... Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system to beginners. record. Experience ultra-fast data transfers at a time, making connection quick and accurate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate ...
... with CPU Level UP! Moreover, upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with USB 2.0 components. processor satisfies every level of plugging in one easy step with one touch; SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of current bus systems. ROG Maximus IV Extreme 1-7... Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system to beginners. record. Experience ultra-fast data transfers at a time, making connection quick and accurate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate ...
User Manual
Page 28
... BIOS update utility. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. O.C. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is the...PC gaming performance benchmark from Microsoft 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction It includes two new graphics tests, two new CPU tests, several new feature tests, and support for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Profile that allows users to take full advantage of DirectX10, the new...
... BIOS update utility. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. O.C. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is the...PC gaming performance benchmark from Microsoft 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction It includes two new graphics tests, two new CPU tests, several new feature tests, and support for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Profile that allows users to take full advantage of DirectX10, the new...
User Manual
Page 38
...bit Windows OS, when you want to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with DIMMs of ...For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to section ... for single-channel operation. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/1800 MHz ... or more efficient memory cooling system to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is the ... at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made...on the market. • According to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 2-6...
...bit Windows OS, when you want to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with DIMMs of ...For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to section ... for single-channel operation. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333/2250/2200/2000/1800 MHz ... or more efficient memory cooling system to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is the ... at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made...on the market. • According to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 2-6...
User Manual
Page 45
... the red slots or the gray slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. 4 DIMMs: Support 4 modules inserted into both the red and gray slots as default. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-13 Hence, a total installed memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows 32bit operating system may only... recognize 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...
... the red slots or the gray slots as one pair of dual-channel memory configuration. 4 DIMMs: Support 4 modules inserted into both the red and gray slots as default. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-13 Hence, a total installed memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows 32bit operating system may only... recognize 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...
User Manual
Page 67
...to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. These are not jumpers! ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-35 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps on 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. 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...
...to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. These are not jumpers! ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 2-35 Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps on 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. 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...
User Manual
Page 111
... per activated core are enabled. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-19 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This...to [Enabled] and allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. 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 ...
... per activated core are enabled. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 3-19 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This...to [Enabled] and allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. 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 ...
User Manual
Page 112
CPU C1E [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in specific condition. 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. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup [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. This item should be enabled in specific condition. 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. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in order to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.
User Manual
Page 122
PCH Voltage; Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Voltage Monitor CPU Voltage; 3.3V Voltage; 5V Voltage; 12V Voltage; VCCSA Voltage; Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you do not wish to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Temperature Monitor CPU Temperature; OPT1/2/3 Temperature[xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and...
PCH Voltage; Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Voltage Monitor CPU Voltage; 3.3V Voltage; 5V Voltage; 12V Voltage; VCCSA Voltage; Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you do not wish to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Temperature Monitor CPU Temperature; OPT1/2/3 Temperature[xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and...
User Manual
Page 147
...a utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to the optical drive. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-3 Place the support DVD to customize the settings of AI Suite II. The actual screenshots vary with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite...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 a utility Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV EVO • The Auto Tuning button appears only...
...a utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to the optical drive. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-3 Place the support DVD to customize the settings of AI Suite II. The actual screenshots vary with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite...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 a utility Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV EVO • The Auto Tuning button appears only...
User Manual
Page 149
... gets quicker transient response. 4 DIGI+ VRM Phase Control Increase phase number under light system loading to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. Function description 1 DIGI+ VRM Load-line Calibration Higher load-line calibration could get more transient and better thermal...Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of every phase component. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-5
... gets quicker transient response. 4 DIGI+ VRM Phase Control Increase phase number under light system loading to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. Function description 1 DIGI+ VRM Load-line Calibration Higher load-line calibration could get more transient and better thermal...Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of every phase component. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-5
User Manual
Page 150
... as a new profile Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without exiting and rebooting the OS. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. Auto 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. 4.3.3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up ...
... as a new profile Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without exiting and rebooting the OS. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. Auto 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. 4.3.3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up ...
User Manual
Page 152
...support Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. Read through the warning messages and click OK to the desired value. Refer to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in BIOS to Chapter 3 of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. Auto Tuning ASUS... motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of your motherboard user manual for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Adjustment bar • Set the...
...support Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. Read through the warning messages and click OK to the desired value. Refer to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in BIOS to Chapter 3 of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. Auto Tuning ASUS... motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of your motherboard user manual for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Adjustment bar • Set the...
User Manual
Page 155
...software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar. You can select to save system power. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-11 Displays current mode... The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Multiple system operating modes Advanced...
...software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar. You can select to save system power. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme 4-11 Displays current mode... The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Multiple system operating modes Advanced...