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... These SATA ports are not supported. Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack- Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - RAMPAGE IV EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth USB 2ndGeneration Intel® Core™...; i7 Processor Family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® X79 Express Chipset 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866...
... These SATA ports are not supported. Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack- Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection - RAMPAGE IV EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth USB 2ndGeneration Intel® Core™...; i7 Processor Family for the LGA 2011 Socket Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® X79 Express Chipset 8 x DIMM, max. 64GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866...
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RAMPAGE IV EXTREME specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O 2 x USB 3.0 connectors supports additional 4 USB 3.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 4 x... connectors (4-pin in white for memory DIMMs; 6-pin in black for ROG Connect) 7.1 channel Audio + optical S/PDIF I /O Connectors CPU Level Up ASUS EPU Engine ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x Clr CMOS switch 1 x ROG Connect On/Off button 2 x External SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports ...
RAMPAGE IV EXTREME specifications summary Other Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O 2 x USB 3.0 connectors supports additional 4 USB 3.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports 4 x... connectors (4-pin in white for memory DIMMs; 6-pin in black for ROG Connect) 7.1 channel Audio + optical S/PDIF I /O Connectors CPU Level Up ASUS EPU Engine ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS O.C. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port 1 x Clr CMOS switch 1 x ROG Connect On/Off button 2 x External SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports ...
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... ATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.7" (30.5cm x 27.2cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS TurboV EVO Utility - Daemon Tool Pro Standard - ASUS AI Charger+ - Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license - ASUS PC Probe II - RAMPAGE IV EXTREME specifications summary BIOS Features 2 x 64Mb Flash ROMs, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2...
... ATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.7" (30.5cm x 27.2cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. ASUS TurboV EVO Utility - Daemon Tool Pro Standard - ASUS AI Charger+ - Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license - ASUS PC Probe II - RAMPAGE IV EXTREME specifications summary BIOS Features 2 x 64Mb Flash ROMs, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2...
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... 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME Accessories 1�x�R�O�G�C�on�n�ec�t �ca�b�le 1 x 3-Way SLI bridge 1 x 4-...x OC Key cable 1 x X-Socket pad module Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide ROG exclusive feature guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of ...
... 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME Accessories 1�x�R�O�G�C�on�n�ec�t �ca�b�le 1 x 3-Way SLI bridge 1 x 4-...x OC Key cable 1 x X-Socket pad module Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide ROG exclusive feature guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of ...
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... This provides great graphics performance. Intel® X79 Express Chipset The Intel® X79 Express Chipset is a must-have feature PC users aiming to www.asus.com for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of Gamers, mercy rules are among the most future-proof technology. * ...CrossFire On-Demand Why choose when you can have the latest, most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the LGA2011 package, with the ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME, you'll be able to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of 1333/1066 MHz to run both ? Fret no longer because with memory and...
... This provides great graphics performance. Intel® X79 Express Chipset The Intel® X79 Express Chipset is a must-have feature PC users aiming to www.asus.com for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of Gamers, mercy rules are among the most future-proof technology. * ...CrossFire On-Demand Why choose when you can have the latest, most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the LGA2011 package, with the ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME, you'll be able to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of 1333/1066 MHz to run both ? Fret no longer because with memory and...
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... supports up to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin... USB connectors. Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 2-35
... supports up to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin... USB connectors. Never connect a 1394 cable to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. USB1314) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 2-35
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... Suggested List AcBel PC7030 AcBel API5PC36 AcBel PC6018 AMA AA1200U-C AMA AA1000U-C Antec SG-850 Antec EA-380 ASUS P-50GA ASUS P-55GA ASUS U-65GA ASUS U-75HA Be quiet BN073 Be quiet BN077 Be quiet P6-PRO-850W Bubalus PE600WJD CoolerMaster RS-650 CoolerMaster RS-...Snake PSH850V Snake PMW-350WL Tagan TG1100-U33 Tagan BZII1200 Thermaltake W0133RU Thermaltake W0133RE TOPower TOP-500P5 Zalman ZM600-HP Zippy HP2-6500PE (G1) ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 2-39 Chapter 2 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. otherwise, the system will not ...
... Suggested List AcBel PC7030 AcBel API5PC36 AcBel PC6018 AMA AA1200U-C AMA AA1000U-C Antec SG-850 Antec EA-380 ASUS P-50GA ASUS P-55GA ASUS U-65GA ASUS U-75HA Be quiet BN073 Be quiet BN077 Be quiet P6-PRO-850W Bubalus PE600WJD CoolerMaster RS-650 CoolerMaster RS-...Snake PSH850V Snake PMW-350WL Tagan TG1100-U33 Tagan BZII1200 Thermaltake W0133RU Thermaltake W0133RE TOPower TOP-500P5 Zalman ZM600-HP Zippy HP2-6500PE (G1) ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 2-39 Chapter 2 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. otherwise, the system will not ...
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... BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-1 When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a...system. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with its test routines. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you change the BIOS settings...
... BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-1 When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the opportunity to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a...system. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with its test routines. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unified Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you change the BIOS settings...
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... CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Switching frequency will decrease proportionally to enable or disable the VRM over temperature protection. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-11 To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. This item allows you... options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. Vcore...
... CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Switching frequency will decrease proportionally to enable or disable the VRM over temperature protection. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-11 To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. This item allows you... options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. Vcore...
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ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-35 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to [Off]. Chapter 3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock ... if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on device to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Wait For 'F1' If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this item to [Enabled] to do so. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the...
ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-35 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to [Off]. Chapter 3 Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock ... if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on device to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Wait For 'F1' If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this item to [Enabled] to do so. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the...
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Select an item then press to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility. Chapter 3 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility Allows you press to start the application. When you to configure options for special functions. For more details, refer to display the submenu. 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to run ASUS EZ Flash Utility. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-37
Select an item then press to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash Utility. Chapter 3 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash Utility Allows you press to start the application. When you to configure options for special functions. For more details, refer to display the submenu. 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to run ASUS EZ Flash Utility. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-37
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... the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from the Exit menu. Save Changes & Reset Once you are saved. Select Yes to load the default values. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-41 Select Yes to discard changes and exit�. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to the BIOS items... or if you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Select Yes to load the default values for the BIOS items, and save changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you press , a confirmation window appears.
... the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from the Exit menu. Save Changes & Reset Once you are saved. Select Yes to load the default values. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-41 Select Yes to discard changes and exit�. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to the BIOS items... or if you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Select Yes to load the default values for the BIOS items, and save changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you press , a confirmation window appears.
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.... Click Next. 4. Click Yes if you want to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on the screen. 3. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-43 Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto BIOS backup function, check the checkboxs before the two items on...
.... Click Next. 4. Click Yes if you want to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on the screen. 3. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-43 Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto BIOS backup function, check the checkboxs before the two items on...
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... To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to continue. 4. asus.com for reference only. You can decide whether to complete the ...• The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www. Follow the onscreen instructions to change the boot logo or No to the software manual in this section are for detailed software configuration. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-45 Click Yes if you want to change the BIOS...
... To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3. The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to continue. 4. asus.com for reference only. You can decide whether to complete the ...• The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www. Follow the onscreen instructions to change the boot logo or No to the software manual in this section are for detailed software configuration. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-45 Click Yes if you want to change the BIOS...
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...support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-47 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. To ensure...than the BIOS file published on the system. 2. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Turn on the ASUS official website. Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to use the ...
...support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-47 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. To ensure...than the BIOS file published on the system. 2. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Turn on the ASUS official website. Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive, or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to use the ...
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Turn off the system and connect the USB flash drive to the root directory of the motherboard. 5. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-51 Download the latest BIOS program file from the ASUS website. 2. Copy R4E.ROM to the ROG Connect port (the white USB 2.0 port) at the rear panel of the USB flash disk drive...
Turn off the system and connect the USB flash drive to the root directory of the motherboard. 5. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 3-51 Download the latest BIOS program file from the ASUS website. 2. Copy R4E.ROM to the ROG Connect port (the white USB 2.0 port) at the rear panel of the USB flash disk drive...
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...video titles to open the folder of the support DVD to display the ASUS contact information. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that you can install to use the devices. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 4-1 Click each menu tab and select the items you install the ... features of the support DVD are subject to install. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the DVD. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64...
...video titles to open the folder of the support DVD to display the ASUS contact information. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that you can install to use the devices. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 4-1 Click each menu tab and select the items you install the ... features of the support DVD are subject to install. Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to run the DVD. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64...
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...applications in the Tool menu vary with models. • The screeshots of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to open the AI Suite II main menu bar. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1. Follow the... support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in the Windows® notification area. The actual screenshots vary with the software application for detailed software configuration. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 4-3 Installing AI Suite II ...
...applications in the Tool menu vary with models. • The screeshots of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to open the AI Suite II main menu bar. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1. Follow the... support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in the Windows® notification area. The actual screenshots vary with the software application for detailed software configuration. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 4-3 Installing AI Suite II ...
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...Fan setting • Disable: disables the FAN Xpert function. • Standard: adjusts fan speed in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the best cooling effect. • Intelligent: automatically adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the ambient temperature. •... Xpert on the AI Suite II main menu bar. 4.3.5 FAN Xpert FAN Xpert intelligently allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 4-11 Refer to the software manual in a moderate pattern. • Silent: minimizes fan speed for quiet fan operation. • Turbo: ...
...Fan setting • Disable: disables the FAN Xpert function. • Standard: adjusts fan speed in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the best cooling effect. • Intelligent: automatically adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the ambient temperature. •... Xpert on the AI Suite II main menu bar. 4.3.5 FAN Xpert FAN Xpert intelligently allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 4-11 Refer to the software manual in a moderate pattern. • Silent: minimizes fan speed for quiet fan operation. • Turbo: ...
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... II by clicking Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 4-13 With this utility, you to adjust the sensor threshold values. 4.3.7 Probe II Probe II is always at www.asus.com for each sensor Applies your computer is a utility that your changes Refer to the software...
... II by clicking Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar. ROG RAMPAGE IV EXTREME 4-13 With this utility, you to adjust the sensor threshold values. 4.3.7 Probe II Probe II is always at www.asus.com for each sensor Applies your computer is a utility that your changes Refer to the software...
