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...SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports - ADI 1988B 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core... ports (one at back panel) 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at midboard, 6 ports at midboard; Supports up to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® X38 / ICH9R with Intel® Fast Memory Access Technology 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz ...
...SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports - ADI 1988B 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core... ports (one at back panel) 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at midboard, 6 ports at midboard; Supports up to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® X38 / ICH9R with Intel® Fast Memory Access Technology 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz ...
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...motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. CrossFire™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. In the Republic of the most powerful CPU in the world. It is one of Gamers... within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of dual-channel DDR2 1066/800/677 architecture, 1333/1066/800 FSB (Front ...
...motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. CrossFire™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings. In the Republic of the most powerful CPU in the world. It is one of Gamers... within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of dual-channel DDR2 1066/800/677 architecture, 1333/1066/800 FSB (Front ...
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2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS E1394 LGA775 ® CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL EATXPWR FLOPPY DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,...; X38 NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL ...
2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS E1394 LGA775 ® CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL EATXPWR FLOPPY DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,...; X38 NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL ...
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ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Pentium® Extreme ... 2: Hardware information ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the LGA775 socket. •...
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® D / Pentium® 4 / Pentium® Extreme ... 2: Hardware information ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the LGA775 socket. •...
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B A Load plate Alignment key 5. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the CPU notch. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to the Appendix for more ...
B A Load plate Alignment key 5. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the CPU notch. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to the Appendix for more ...
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... and fan assembly such that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. Narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-11 If you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes...heatsink or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the heatsink...
... and fan assembly such that the four fasteners match the holes on the motherboard. Narrow end of the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-11 If you buy a boxed Intel® processor, the package includes...heatsink or CPU before you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the heatsink...
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...Maximus Formula A- See Chapter 4 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EM64T feature. • Visit www.microsoft.com for the motherboard components and devices from the support DVD. 4. Install an Intel® CPU that supports EIST. A.1 Intel® EM64T • The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775... for expansion cards or add-on Windows® 64-bit OS. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to verify if the card/device supports a 64-bit system.
...Maximus Formula A- See Chapter 4 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for more information on the EM64T feature. • Visit www.microsoft.com for the motherboard components and devices from the support DVD. 4. Install an Intel® CPU that supports EIST. A.1 Intel® EM64T • The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775... for expansion cards or add-on Windows® 64-bit OS. You can download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to verify if the card/device supports a 64-bit system.
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...more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel. A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is recommended. • Make sure to enable the... or later version is supported under Windows® Vista/XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula A- If you installed a CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology. 2. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the ...
...more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel. A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is recommended. • Make sure to enable the... or later version is supported under Windows® Vista/XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula A- If you installed a CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology. 2. Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the ...
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...USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at midboard, 6 ports at midboard; Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 ... 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports - one at back panel) (continued on the next page) xi Refer to www.asus.com or this motherboard natively supports up to DDR2 800MHz. ADI 1988B 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Intel® Matrix Storage Technology supports RAID...
...USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at midboard, 6 ports at midboard; Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 ... 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports - one at back panel) (continued on the next page) xi Refer to www.asus.com or this motherboard natively supports up to DDR2 800MHz. ADI 1988B 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Intel® Matrix Storage Technology supports RAID...
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... Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of Gamers. We believe in making statements and we welcome the best gamers to get high quality images. Intel® Quad-core processor is one of the most innovating ideas, and we excel in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors....Side Bus), dual PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics, and multi-core CPUs. Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in competitions. Intel® Quad-core Processor ready This...
... Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of Gamers. We believe in making statements and we welcome the best gamers to get high quality images. Intel® Quad-core processor is one of the most innovating ideas, and we excel in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors....Side Bus), dual PCI Express 2.0 x16 graphics, and multi-core CPUs. Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in competitions. Intel® Quad-core Processor ready This...
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2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS E1394 LGA775 ® CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL EATXPWR FLOPPY DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,...; X38 NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL ...
2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS E1394 LGA775 ® CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL EATXPWR FLOPPY DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64 bit,240-pin module) DDR2 DIMM_B2 (64 bit,...; X38 NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL ...
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ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or ...CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo...
ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or ...CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo...
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... Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to remove (B). The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to prevent bending the...
... Technology (EM64T), Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST), and Hyper-Threading Technology. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to remove (B). The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle (A), then push the PnP cap from the load plate window to prevent bending the...
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... shaded for emphasis.) ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-11 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure...
... shaded for emphasis.) ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-11 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure...
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...Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula A- Install the 64-bit drivers for more information on the EM64T feature. • Visit www.microsoft.com for expansion cards or add-on devices, if any. Refer to verify if the card/device supports a 64-bit system. A.1 Intel® EM64T • The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775...the BIOS. See Chapter 4 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for the motherboard components and devices from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS file. You can download ...
...Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula A- Install the 64-bit drivers for more information on the EM64T feature. • Visit www.microsoft.com for expansion cards or add-on devices, if any. Refer to verify if the card/device supports a 64-bit system. A.1 Intel® EM64T • The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775...the BIOS. See Chapter 4 for details. • Visit www.intel.com for the motherboard components and devices from the ASUS website (www.asus.com/ support/download/) if you need to update the BIOS file. You can download ...
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...computer. Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper‑Threading Technology. 3. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula A- The BIOS item appears only if you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item... For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel. A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is set to [Enabled]. If you installed a CPU ...
...computer. Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper‑Threading Technology. 3. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula A- The BIOS item appears only if you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item... For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel. A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology • The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Technology. • Hyper-Threading Technology is set to [Enabled]. If you installed a CPU ...