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Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specifications summary x ROG ThunderFX specifications summary xv Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS special features 1-4 1.1.5 ROG-rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard...
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specifications summary x ROG ThunderFX specifications summary xv Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS special features 1-4 1.1.5 ROG-rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard...
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...® technologies 7-1 7.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies 7-1 7.1.1 Intel® Smart Response Technology 7-3 7.1.2 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 7-4 7.1.3 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 7-10 Chapter 8: ThunderFX 8-1 8.1 Hardware introduction 8-1 8.1.1 Front panel 8-1 8.1.2 Rear panel 8-3 8.2 Connecting your devices 8-4 8.2.1 Connecting to PC 8-5 8.2.2 Connecting to PlayStation3 8-6 8.2.3 Connecting to Xbox 360 8-8 8.2.4 Connecting to iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3...
...® technologies 7-1 7.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies 7-1 7.1.1 Intel® Smart Response Technology 7-3 7.1.2 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 7-4 7.1.3 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 7-10 Chapter 8: ThunderFX 8-1 8.1 Hardware introduction 8-1 8.1.1 Front panel 8-1 8.1.2 Rear panel 8-3 8.2 Connecting your devices 8-4 8.2.1 Connecting to PC 8-5 8.2.2 Connecting to PlayStation3 8-6 8.2.3 Connecting to Xbox 360 8-8 8.2.4 Connecting to iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3...
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...® technologies This chapter tells how to install the Intel® 2012 desktop responsiveness technologies. • Chapter 8: ThunderFX This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures...
...® technologies This chapter tells how to install the Intel® 2012 desktop responsiveness technologies. • Chapter 8: ThunderFX This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures...
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Xbox 360) Built-in high fidelity headphone amplifier Up to change without notice. xv ROG ThunderFX specifications summary Audio Performance Special Features I/O Ports Dimensions Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 114dB Digital-to-analog converter: 120dB SNR, 107dB THD+N (Max. 192kHz/...
Xbox 360) Built-in high fidelity headphone amplifier Up to change without notice. xv ROG ThunderFX specifications summary Audio Performance Special Features I/O Ports Dimensions Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 114dB Digital-to-analog converter: 120dB SNR, 107dB THD+N (Max. 192kHz/...
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...Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS V FORMULA ROG ThunderFX* 1 x ROG Connect cable 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 RF cables 1 x SLI bridge 1 x Xbox 360 voice input cable (2.5mm)** 1 x Dual-head USB cable** 1 x ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV +3.5mm-to... ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Diablo III mousepad** 1 x ROG logo sticker** ROG motherboard support DVD User guide • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • *ThunderFX is only available in selected models. ...
...Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS V FORMULA ROG ThunderFX* 1 x ROG Connect cable 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 RF cables 1 x SLI bridge 1 x Xbox 360 voice input cable (2.5mm)** 1 x Dual-head USB cable** 1 x ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV +3.5mm-to... ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x Diablo III mousepad** 1 x ROG logo sticker** ROG motherboard support DVD User guide • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • *ThunderFX is only available in selected models. ...
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... comes first. LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP can also dynamically assign tasks to enjoy a smoother gaming experience. GameFirst II ASUS GameFirst II, with better gaming audio experience. Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction When the discrete graphics cards are not...eliminates tearing artifacts allowing you with cFOS Traffic Shaping technology, provides a powerful and userfriendly network control to your gaming system. ThunderFX ThunderFX is a two-sided mini-card that supports Intel® Smart Response Technology hybrid storage acceleration, and a dual-band 2.4/5 ...
... comes first. LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP can also dynamically assign tasks to enjoy a smoother gaming experience. GameFirst II ASUS GameFirst II, with better gaming audio experience. Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction When the discrete graphics cards are not...eliminates tearing artifacts allowing you with cFOS Traffic Shaping technology, provides a powerful and userfriendly network control to your gaming system. ThunderFX ThunderFX is a two-sided mini-card that supports Intel® Smart Response Technology hybrid storage acceleration, and a dual-band 2.4/5 ...
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Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-1 ThunderFX 8.1 Hardware introduction 8.1.1 Front panel 8 12 3 4 5 6 78 1 Power LED Indicates that the ThunderFX is turned on and connected to a PC, PS3, or Xbox 360. • Before initialization, the LED light does not light up when connecting the ThunderFX to devices for the first time. • The LED light dims out when the...
Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-1 ThunderFX 8.1 Hardware introduction 8.1.1 Front panel 8 12 3 4 5 6 78 1 Power LED Indicates that the ThunderFX is turned on and connected to a PC, PS3, or Xbox 360. • Before initialization, the LED light does not light up when connecting the ThunderFX to devices for the first time. • The LED light dims out when the...
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You can enable ENC function though the ThunderFX utility. PS3 and Xbox 360 modes • Master: Simultaneously adjusts the game volume and chat volume of your fellow players. • Voice: Adjusts the chat ...
You can enable ENC function though the ThunderFX utility. PS3 and Xbox 360 modes • Master: Simultaneously adjusts the game volume and chat volume of your fellow players. • Voice: Adjusts the chat ...
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It also allows you to connect with the bundled ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV +3.5mm to RCA cable for analog input. 2 USB 2.0 port Use the bundled Dual-head.USB cable to section 8.2 Connecting your PC, PS3, or Xbox 360 device. Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-3 For more details on connecting your devices, refer to connect the ThunderFX with PS3 and Xbox 360 RCA ouput connectors. 8.1.2 Rear panel 1 2 1 RCA Audio input Connects with your devices.
It also allows you to connect with the bundled ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV +3.5mm to RCA cable for analog input. 2 USB 2.0 port Use the bundled Dual-head.USB cable to section 8.2 Connecting your PC, PS3, or Xbox 360 device. Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-3 For more details on connecting your devices, refer to connect the ThunderFX with PS3 and Xbox 360 RCA ouput connectors. 8.1.2 Rear panel 1 2 1 RCA Audio input Connects with your devices.
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Chapter 7 8-4 Chapter 7: Intel® technologies 8.2 Connecting your devices Switch to the desired mode first before turning on the ThunderFX. Select the correct headphone impedance in the utility before connecting the Dual-head USB cable.
Chapter 7 8-4 Chapter 7: Intel® technologies 8.2 Connecting your devices Switch to the desired mode first before turning on the ThunderFX. Select the correct headphone impedance in the utility before connecting the Dual-head USB cable.
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8.2.1 Connecting to PC • We recommend that you use the main connecting end of the Dual-head USB cable to your PC/consoles. L R USB 2.0 2 1 Xbox 360 PS3 PC FX THUNDERENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 3 Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-5 The single-head end must be connected to your ThunderFX. • For power and signal stability, use both USB connections on the dual-head end for extra power under PC mode.
8.2.1 Connecting to PC • We recommend that you use the main connecting end of the Dual-head USB cable to your PC/consoles. L R USB 2.0 2 1 Xbox 360 PS3 PC FX THUNDERENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 3 Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-5 The single-head end must be connected to your ThunderFX. • For power and signal stability, use both USB connections on the dual-head end for extra power under PC mode.
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Go to continue. To configure the microphone: 1. Select OK to Settings> Sound Settings> Audio Output Settings. 2. Select OK to Input Device and select ThunderFX. 3. Go to continue. Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-7 Go to Settings> Accessory Settings> Audio Device Settings. 2. Configuring the PlayStation3™ To configure the sound output: 1. Select Audio Input Connector/SCART/AV MULTI. 3. Go to Output Device and select ThunderFX. 4.
Go to continue. To configure the microphone: 1. Select OK to Settings> Sound Settings> Audio Output Settings. 2. Select OK to Input Device and select ThunderFX. 3. Go to continue. Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-7 Go to Settings> Accessory Settings> Audio Device Settings. 2. Configuring the PlayStation3™ To configure the sound output: 1. Select Audio Input Connector/SCART/AV MULTI. 3. Go to Output Device and select ThunderFX. 4.
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Xbox 360™ connections with HDMI Use the ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV + 3.5mm to RCA cable to connect your Xbox 360 to the ThunderFX. 2 L R USB 2.0 2.5mm Xbox 1 360 voice input cable FX THUNDE R ENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 Xbox 360 PS3 PC 3 Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-9
Xbox 360™ connections with HDMI Use the ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV + 3.5mm to RCA cable to connect your Xbox 360 to the ThunderFX. 2 L R USB 2.0 2.5mm Xbox 1 360 voice input cable FX THUNDE R ENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE GAME 3 Xbox 360 PS3 PC 3 Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-9
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...player • Switch to PS3 or Xbox 360 mode before connecting your iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3 player. • Connect the ThunderFX to your iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3 player to the ThunderFX MENU 4 ThunderFX Xbox AV + 3.5mm to connect your PC for power supply using the Dual-head USB cable. Ensure there is stand...-by power on your PC. • Use the ThunderFX Xbox AV + 3.5 mm to RCA cable to RCA cable (RCA connectors) L R USB 2.0 2 1 Xbox 360 PS3 PC FX THUN DER ENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE ...
...player • Switch to PS3 or Xbox 360 mode before connecting your iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3 player. • Connect the ThunderFX to your iPhone/ iPod/ iPad/ MP3 player to the ThunderFX MENU 4 ThunderFX Xbox AV + 3.5mm to connect your PC for power supply using the Dual-head USB cable. Ensure there is stand...-by power on your PC. • Use the ThunderFX Xbox AV + 3.5 mm to RCA cable to RCA cable (RCA connectors) L R USB 2.0 2 1 Xbox 360 PS3 PC FX THUN DER ENC XVbOoICx E36I0N MASTER VOICE ...
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Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-11 8.3 Driver Installation Follow the instructions on the driver installation wizard to set up the ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility, then restart your computer before using the utility.
Chapter 7 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 8-11 8.3 Driver Installation Follow the instructions on the driver installation wizard to set up the ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility, then restart your computer before using the utility.
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8.4 ThunderFX Utility Introduction The ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility allows you to avoid large volume fluctuations. 8-12 Chapter 7: Intel® technologies Left-click to display the control screen. * ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation) ...) Enable this function to adjust the settings for the headphone volume, sound equalizer, surround sound effect, and various micro-audio reception functions. Double-click the ASUS ThunderFX Audio icon on the left of input/output device Switch the display panel Configure the settings Volume control bar Enable ENC function* Activate DS3D GX...
8.4 ThunderFX Utility Introduction The ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility allows you to avoid large volume fluctuations. 8-12 Chapter 7: Intel® technologies Left-click to display the control screen. * ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation) ...) Enable this function to adjust the settings for the headphone volume, sound equalizer, surround sound effect, and various micro-audio reception functions. Double-click the ASUS ThunderFX Audio icon on the left of input/output device Switch the display panel Configure the settings Volume control bar Enable ENC function* Activate DS3D GX...