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Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS VI IMPACT specifications summary x Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Special Features 1-3 1.1.5 ROG rich bundled software 1-3 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System memory 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion slot 1-16...
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS VI IMPACT specifications summary x Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features 1-2 1.1.4 ASUS Special Features 1-3 1.1.5 ROG rich bundled software 1-3 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System memory 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion slot 1-16...
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2.2 BIOS update utility 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 2-22 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-25 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-25... 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration 3-42 3.6.10 ROG Effects 3-43 3.7 Monitor menu 3-44 3.8 Boot menu 3-47 3.9 Tools menu 3-53 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-53 3.9.2 ROG SSD Secure Erase 3-53 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-55 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-56 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-56 3.10 Exit menu 3-58 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-59 3.11.1 EZ...
2.2 BIOS update utility 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 2-22 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-25 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-25... 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration 3-42 3.6.10 ROG Effects 3-43 3.7 Monitor menu 3-44 3.8 Boot menu 3-47 3.9 Tools menu 3-53 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-53 3.9.2 ROG SSD Secure Erase 3-53 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-55 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-56 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-56 3.10 Exit menu 3-58 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-59 3.11.1 EZ...
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...area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. vii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power...professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical ...
...area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. vii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power...professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical ...
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... Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. viii It includes...
... Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. viii It includes...
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xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s cables I/O Shield 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x Q-Cable 1 x Optional 4-in-1 washers for CPU cooler backplate 1 x SupremeFX Impact audio card 1 x mPCIe Combo II card with dual-band Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS module 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s cables I/O Shield 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x Q-Cable 1 x Optional 4-in-1 washers for CPU cooler backplate 1 x SupremeFX Impact audio card 1 x mPCIe Combo II card with dual-band Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS module 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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xv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1150 CPU Intel LGA 1150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1150 CPU Intel LGA 1150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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...Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® Processors This motherboard supports 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/ Intel® Core™ i5/ Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron®... to ten times faster transfer rate than USB 2.0, and enables the iGPU function for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-1 It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. We believe in making statements and we welcome the...
...Intel® Core™ i7 / Intel® Core™ i5 / Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron® Processors This motherboard supports 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/ Intel® Core™ i5/ Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium® and Celeron®... to ten times faster transfer rate than USB 2.0, and enables the iGPU function for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-1 It natively supports up to six USB 3.0 ports for up to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. We believe in making statements and we welcome the...
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...allowing you the best-in-class 115dB SNR sound for your motherboard in 3-5C lower choke temperatures for professionals' tweaking, your frags comes first. 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX Impact The bundled SupremeFX Impact sound card brings you to stream audio files to your computer...'s speakers via the front panel's MIC-IN port. GameFirst II ASUS GameFirst II, with exceptional clarity and fidelity. Chapter 1 1-2 ...
...allowing you the best-in-class 115dB SNR sound for your motherboard in 3-5C lower choke temperatures for professionals' tweaking, your frags comes first. 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX Impact The bundled SupremeFX Impact sound card brings you to stream audio files to your computer...'s speakers via the front panel's MIC-IN port. GameFirst II ASUS GameFirst II, with exceptional clarity and fidelity. Chapter 1 1-2 ...
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...on a PC, notebook, or netbook. DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on advanced antivirus technologies. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-3 USB BIOS FlashBack USB BIOS F lashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for instant access. DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers.... RAMDisk RAMDisk is an innovative program that you want to overclock to, and the motherboard will do the rest. 1.1.4 ASUS Special Features AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all -in-one simple-to-use functions, with no need to...
...on a PC, notebook, or netbook. DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on advanced antivirus technologies. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-3 USB BIOS FlashBack USB BIOS F lashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for instant access. DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers.... RAMDisk RAMDisk is an innovative program that you want to overclock to, and the motherboard will do the rest. 1.1.4 ASUS Special Features AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all -in-one simple-to-use functions, with no need to...
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... you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the ... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-5
... you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the ... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-5
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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...resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel®... cap is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155...
...resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel®... cap is on the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155...
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Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-9 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-9 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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...SPD), which is not the JEDEC memory standard. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. •...the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction For effective use a more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory ...
...SPD), which is not the JEDEC memory standard. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard. Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. •...the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction For effective use a more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory ...
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Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slot Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion card.
Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot 1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slot Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion card.
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Intel LAN Controller - - - shared - High Definition Audio - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) - - - D E F G H - - - - - - - - - - - shared - EHCI# 0 (USB 2.0) - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-17 shared - SATA #0 - shared - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - SATA #1 - I.G.F.X. EHCI# 1 (USB 2.0) - - - IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C PCIE_x16 shared - -
Intel LAN Controller - - - shared - High Definition Audio - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) - - - D E F G H - - - - - - - - - - - shared - EHCI# 0 (USB 2.0) - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-17 shared - SATA #0 - shared - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - SATA #1 - I.G.F.X. EHCI# 1 (USB 2.0) - - - IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C PCIE_x16 shared - -
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Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or opencase system. Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction The button also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers .... This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on button that you to power up or wake up the system...
Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or opencase system. Chapter 1 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction The button also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers .... This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on button that you to power up or wake up the system...
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... not properly installed. A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the system memory lights continuously. function. • The MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. button... power cord for the system to test one set of the MEMOK_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to boot after using the MemOK! ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-19 Chapter 1
... not properly installed. A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the system memory lights continuously. function. • The MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. button... power cord for the system to test one set of the MEMOK_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to boot after using the MemOK! ASUS MAXIMUS VI IMPACT 1-19 Chapter 1
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is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 2. MemOK! Hard Disk LED The hard disk LED is enabled before POST. LED Blinking: Indicates that MemOK! Chapter 1 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction The LED does not light up when there is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. It blinks when data is no hard disk drive connected to indicate the hard disk activity.
is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 2. MemOK! Hard Disk LED The hard disk LED is enabled before POST. LED Blinking: Indicates that MemOK! Chapter 1 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction The LED does not light up when there is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. 1.2.8 Onboard LEDs 1. It blinks when data is no hard disk drive connected to indicate the hard disk activity.