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... Information 3-40 3.8.4 GO Button File 3-41 3.9 Exit menu 3-42 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-43 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-43 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-46 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-47 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-48 iv 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-19 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback 2-19 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-20 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-20 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-21 2.4 Starting up for the first time...
... Information 3-40 3.8.4 GO Button File 3-41 3.9 Exit menu 3-42 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-43 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-43 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-46 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-47 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-48 iv 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-19 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback 2-19 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-20 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-20 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-21 2.4 Starting up for the first time...
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...4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost 4-16 4.3.7 Ai Charger 4-17 4.3.8 USB Charger 4-18 4.3.9 Probe II 4-20 4.3.10 Sensor Recorder 4-21 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-23 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-24 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-25 4.3.14 ROG Connect 4-28 4.3.15 GameFirst II 4-30 4.3.16 MemTweakIt 4-32 ...5: RAID support 5-1 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-8 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk ...
...4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost 4-16 4.3.7 Ai Charger 4-17 4.3.8 USB Charger 4-18 4.3.9 Probe II 4-20 4.3.10 Sensor Recorder 4-21 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-23 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-24 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-25 4.3.14 ROG Connect 4-28 4.3.15 GameFirst II 4-30 4.3.16 MemTweakIt 4-32 ...5: RAID support 5-1 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 5-8 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk ...
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... may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches... this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures ...
... may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches... this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. 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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... - RC Remote - USB 3.0 Boost - Disk Unlocker ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) xii ASUS Q-Code - MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specifications summary ROG Exclusive Features Special Features mPCIe Combo™ (mPCIe/mSATA combo card) ROG Connect - ROG BIOS Print - USB Charger+ - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - Fan Xpert2 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Slot - EZ Plug CPU Level Up...
... - RC Remote - USB 3.0 Boost - Disk Unlocker ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) xii ASUS Q-Code - MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specifications summary ROG Exclusive Features Special Features mPCIe Combo™ (mPCIe/mSATA combo card) ROG Connect - ROG BIOS Print - USB Charger+ - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - Fan Xpert2 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Slot - EZ Plug CPU Level Up...
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MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specifications summary BIOS Features Software Form Factor 64Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-language BIOS Drivers Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard GameFirst II ROG CPU-Z Mem TweakIt ASUS AI Suite II ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities extended ATX Form Factor, 12" x 10.1" (30.5cm x 25.7cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiv
MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specifications summary BIOS Features Software Form Factor 64Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-language BIOS Drivers Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard GameFirst II ROG CPU-Z Mem TweakIt ASUS AI Suite II ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities extended ATX Form Factor, 12" x 10.1" (30.5cm x 25.7cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiv
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.... GPU.DIMM Post GPU.DIMM Post enables you to regularly check for three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is a VRM cooler made 10K Black Metallic capacitors, and its parameters in the BIOS, and overclocking settings. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 1-3 ROG Connect links your motherboard at a hardware level. DIMM Post, quickly and easily check your...
.... GPU.DIMM Post GPU.DIMM Post enables you to regularly check for three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is a VRM cooler made 10K Black Metallic capacitors, and its parameters in the BIOS, and overclocking settings. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 1-3 ROG Connect links your motherboard at a hardware level. DIMM Post, quickly and easily check your...
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...based on advanced antivirus technologies. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. It is critical during overclocking. BIOS Print ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to optimal performance. ProbeIt This motherboard consists...for individual users and home offices. The motherboard features ROG BIOS Print that are among the industry's highest. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1.1.4 ASUS special features Intel Gigabit LAN The LAN solution from Intel...
...based on advanced antivirus technologies. USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. It is critical during overclocking. BIOS Print ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to optimal performance. ProbeIt This motherboard consists...for individual users and home offices. The motherboard features ROG BIOS Print that are among the industry's highest. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1.1.4 ASUS special features Intel Gigabit LAN The LAN solution from Intel...
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Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as one (1) module inserted into ...both the red and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Chapter ...
Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as one (1) module inserted into ...both the red and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Chapter ...
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... RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Refer to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you can create... for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [red]) These connectors connect to [RAID Mode].
... RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Refer to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you can create... for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [red]) These connectors connect to [RAID Mode].
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... feature is available only if you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 1-37 Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before ...using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. If you are set , refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating...
... feature is available only if you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 1-37 Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before ...using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. If you are set , refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating...
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... (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 1 1-42 Chapter 1: Product introduction Connect one...
... (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 1 1-42 Chapter 1: Product introduction Connect one...
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... or flashes when data is read from or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. The speaker allows you turn on or puts the system in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector...
... or flashes when data is read from or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. The speaker allows you turn on or puts the system in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector...
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... effect. You must enable the OPT FAN 1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you want to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. Connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 1-45 Chapter 1 A TPM system also helps enhance network...
... effect. You must enable the OPT FAN 1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you want to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. Connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 1-45 Chapter 1 A TPM system also helps enhance network...
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Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to the section Updating BIOS in BIOS setup, refer to M5F.CAP. 3. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 2-19 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in Chapter 3. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button...
Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to the section Updating BIOS in BIOS setup, refer to M5F.CAP. 3. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 2-19 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in Chapter 3. • Do not unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button...
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... then runs the power-on the screen. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 2-25 Turn on the system front panel case lights up or change from the time you press the ATX power button. After applying power... a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on , hold down the key to put the system on the BIOS setting. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One...
... then runs the power-on the screen. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 2-25 Turn on the system front panel case lights up or change from the time you press the ATX power button. After applying power... a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on , hold down the key to put the system on the BIOS setting. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One...
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... complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 3-1
... complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 3-1
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... power button to turn the system off then back on. You can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey . Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Do this section are for information on your screen.... may not exactly match what you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. Chapter 3 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. If you see on how to erase the RTC...
... power button to turn the system off then back on. You can be used under the Exit menu or press hotkey . Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). Do this section are for information on your screen.... may not exactly match what you do not press , POST continues with its parameters. Chapter 3 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. If you see on how to erase the RTC...
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...EZ Mode provides you an overview of the Selects the boot device priority selected mode on the right hand side Loads optimized default settings ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu... mode Normal mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 3-3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to select the display language, system performance mode...
...EZ Mode provides you an overview of the Selects the boot device priority selected mode on the right hand side Loads optimized default settings ASUS Optimal mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu... mode Normal mode Displays the Advanced mode menus Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 3-3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you to select the display language, system performance mode...
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3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General ... For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for the detailed configurations.
3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General ... For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for the detailed configurations.
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... items. If an item is highlighted when selected. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program. Menu items The highlighted item on the screen. To display the submenu, select the item... the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to the previous menu screen. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to select items in the menu and change the settings. A configurable ... bar displays the specific items for that menu. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 3-5 For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items on the screen.
... items. If an item is highlighted when selected. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program. Menu items The highlighted item on the screen. To display the submenu, select the item... the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to the previous menu screen. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it and press to select items in the menu and change the settings. A configurable ... bar displays the specific items for that menu. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series 3-5 For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items on the screen.