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Contents Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4.2 Support DVD information 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4.3 Software information 4.4 Al Suite 3 4.5 Dual Intelligent Processors 5 5-Way Optimization Turbo Processing Unit (TPU) Fan Xpert 3 DIGI+ Power Control ... USB BIOS Flashback USB Charger+ Push Notice Ai Charger+ Wi-Fi Engine Wi-Fi GO! and Remote GO' ASUS Media Streamer 4.6 ROG Audio features Sonic Studio Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SoundStage DTS Connect 4.7 Sonic Radar II 4.8 GameFirst III 4.9 KeyBot 4.10...
Contents Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4.2 Support DVD information 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4.3 Software information 4.4 Al Suite 3 4.5 Dual Intelligent Processors 5 5-Way Optimization Turbo Processing Unit (TPU) Fan Xpert 3 DIGI+ Power Control ... USB BIOS Flashback USB Charger+ Push Notice Ai Charger+ Wi-Fi Engine Wi-Fi GO! and Remote GO' ASUS Media Streamer 4.6 ROG Audio features Sonic Studio Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SoundStage DTS Connect 4.7 Sonic Radar II 4.8 GameFirst III 4.9 KeyBot 4.10...
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...circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets, and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. vii If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before the signal cables are connected. If you are using, contact your local... the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock ...
...circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets, and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. vii If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before the signal cables are connected. If you are using, contact your local... the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock ...
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... yourself when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. Italics Used to complete a task. Keys enclosed in this manual. ix Example: means that you must press the Enter or Return key. + + If you complete a task. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to...
... yourself when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. Italics Used to complete a task. Keys enclosed in this manual. ix Example: means that you must press the Enter or Return key. + + If you complete a task. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to...
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... Mode - XV VGA SMB header - Please refer to your motherboard manual for details. ** One 5.25-inch drive bay is required for NORMAL... NORMAL Mode installation 1 x SATA power cable from system power supply RAMPAGE V EXTREME and other voltage definitions, vary by chipset. Pause Switch - Probelt * EXTREME MODE capabilities, including V1, V2, DRAM and other motherboards with 90... the ASUS websfte at www.asus.com for the latest motherboard support/compatibility lists. ** Install the latest utility/firmware (ROG Connect Plus) for subzero OC benching* - Subzero Sense - EXTREME Mode ...
... Mode - XV VGA SMB header - Please refer to your motherboard manual for details. ** One 5.25-inch drive bay is required for NORMAL... NORMAL Mode installation 1 x SATA power cable from system power supply RAMPAGE V EXTREME and other voltage definitions, vary by chipset. Pause Switch - Probelt * EXTREME MODE capabilities, including V1, V2, DRAM and other motherboards with 90... the ASUS websfte at www.asus.com for the latest motherboard support/compatibility lists. ** Install the latest utility/firmware (ROG Connect Plus) for subzero OC benching* - Subzero Sense - EXTREME Mode ...
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...four preset packet prioritized profiles (Optimization, Game, Media Streaming and File Sharing) prioritizing the user's needs. You can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of each application to dedicated sound cards. It has advanced features including advanced interrupt-handling...audio enhancements including Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity, Smart EQ (Smart Volume), and Virtual Surround. ROG GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is an audio tuning software that simulates 7.1-channel audio even through a stereo (2.0-channel) headset with any game. ...
...four preset packet prioritized profiles (Optimization, Game, Media Streaming and File Sharing) prioritizing the user's needs. You can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of each application to dedicated sound cards. It has advanced features including advanced interrupt-handling...audio enhancements including Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity, Smart EQ (Smart Volume), and Virtual Surround. ROG GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is an audio tuning software that simulates 7.1-channel audio even through a stereo (2.0-channel) headset with any game. ...
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... more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. • Due to the... Extreme Tweaker menu section for overclocking may install 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM r-F sockets. To operate at the ...
... more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. • Due to the... Extreme Tweaker menu section for overclocking may install 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM r-F sockets. To operate at the ...
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...the BIOS has been restored to boot after turning on the computer. via IzQ , Eun MOW% V EXITIEWIZC Da ito ,I nami:o=olia=mrarommo anatook, RAMPAGE V EXTREME MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to ... the memory compatibility tuning process that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is the ...
...the BIOS has been restored to boot after turning on the computer. via IzQ , Eun MOW% V EXITIEWIZC Da ito ,I nami:o=olia=mrarommo anatook, RAMPAGE V EXTREME MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to ... the memory compatibility tuning process that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is the ...
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... the PCH Storage Configuration section for details. • Before creating a RAID array, refer to the RAID configurations section or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. RSATA_GX1.2 GM SATA6G_3 MID 1.45/0,7,78 FIGAT&TXN3 OND FISATA_FIXN9 RSATAJC. ...of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 1-35 SATA6G_4 1.0.17,TXPO IISATA_TGXNln4 GSATAJO044 RSATAJO:Pa SATA6G_7 SATA6G_6 o AKIO' OND GSATA_TXP7 IISATA_TXN) GND FISATAJUOG O FI.SPTAAXP7 ONO GSAGN_TX1.8...
... the PCH Storage Configuration section for details. • Before creating a RAID array, refer to the RAID configurations section or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. RSATA_GX1.2 GM SATA6G_3 MID 1.45/0,7,78 FIGAT&TXN3 OND FISATA_FIXN9 RSATAJC. ...of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 1-35 SATA6G_4 1.0.17,TXPO IISATA_TGXNln4 GSATAJO044 RSATAJO:Pa SATA6G_7 SATA6G_6 o AKIO' OND GSATA_TXP7 IISATA_TXN) GND FISATAJUOG O FI.SPTAAXP7 ONO GSAGN_TX1.8...
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...to your motherboard manual for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation REIFF' p000- P 1.1 11 1.1 1„ _ OOOO 1 1.1 11 1.1 1 1 60.15 WarnIing FanSpeed Control PA11D CPU Level Up information Display OC Panel LCM Display in Normal Mode CPU Temperature CPU Fan Speed IRFILI,B. OC Panel LCM Display in Extreme Mode Subzero ... 1 I I I Vozre DRAM _CD 8CUr RATIO I I RATIO CITWIRE 456 r I. VGA Hotaire DRAM AR P3LISE Warnrog Target Value Information Display Currant Halve Extreme Mode capabilities including V1, V2, DRAM, and other voltage definitions vary by chipset.
...to your motherboard manual for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation REIFF' p000- P 1.1 11 1.1 1„ _ OOOO 1 1.1 11 1.1 1 1 60.15 WarnIing FanSpeed Control PA11D CPU Level Up information Display OC Panel LCM Display in Normal Mode CPU Temperature CPU Fan Speed IRFILI,B. OC Panel LCM Display in Extreme Mode Subzero ... 1 I I I Vozre DRAM _CD 8CUr RATIO I I RATIO CITWIRE 456 r I. VGA Hotaire DRAM AR P3LISE Warnrog Target Value Information Display Currant Halve Extreme Mode capabilities including V1, V2, DRAM, and other voltage definitions vary by chipset.
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Please refer to turn on the motherboard and connect the OC Panel cable. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 2-23 2.4.3 Setting up your OC Panel in Extreme Mode The OC Panel in Extreme Mode is set up with some of the most commonly used voltage tuning presets that are ... and voltage tuning. O IBIET `ES III D I CJ =l t,7 CJ ROG_EXT EILLEEDE°tril_ :1: :1: RAMPAGE V EXTREME ROG_EXT connector 4. Press the OC Panel power button to your motherboard manual for the optimum overclocking experience at your convenience. It also comes with an open chassis system or "open-air"...
Please refer to turn on the motherboard and connect the OC Panel cable. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 2-23 2.4.3 Setting up your OC Panel in Extreme Mode The OC Panel in Extreme Mode is set up with some of the most commonly used voltage tuning presets that are ... and voltage tuning. O IBIET `ES III D I CJ =l t,7 CJ ROG_EXT EILLEEDE°tril_ :1: :1: RAMPAGE V EXTREME ROG_EXT connector 4. Press the OC Panel power button to your motherboard manual for the optimum overclocking experience at your convenience. It also comes with an open chassis system or "open-air"...
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... settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-1
... settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-1
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For more information, see the Setup Mode item of the basic system information and allows you with an overview of the Boot menu section on Chapter 3. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, - 3.2.1 EZ Mode EZ Mode provides you to select the display language, system performance mode, and boot device priority. CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA Information Displays the system properties of the selected mode. _ Click " The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or ...
For more information, see the Setup Mode item of the basic system information and allows you with an overview of the Boot menu section on Chapter 3. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, - 3.2.1 EZ Mode EZ Mode provides you to select the display language, system performance mode, and boot device priority. CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed, and SATA Information Displays the system properties of the selected mode. _ Click " The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or ...
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... BOY frequency dud noroloryRoam.,AI lac opAn-niett 3300 v YrNen 22131047. g5 mC U ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-9 Advanced Made 13:31* I Auto -1 Voltage Abe •51, Auk, -1 119610 10000 thlanuak WhenIn manualmode le seinued, du80.1ase dock) feemanycan be assigned manual/A nal:When the AlartAxtrente THoltItyprarfil0 Anode 6.lake.; The configuration options for this section vary...
... BOY frequency dud noroloryRoam.,AI lac opAn-niett 3300 v YrNen 22131047. g5 mC U ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-9 Advanced Made 13:31* I Auto -1 Voltage Abe •51, Auk, -1 119610 10000 thlanuak WhenIn manualmode le seinued, du80.1ase dock) feemanycan be assigned manual/A nal:When the AlartAxtrente THoltItyprarfil0 Anode 6.lake.; The configuration options for this section vary...
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...when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to manually assign a value for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology. When the CPU... manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to [Auto]. 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to enable or disable the MultiCore Enhancement feature. ASUS ...
...when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to manually assign a value for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology. When the CPU... manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to [Auto]. 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to enable or disable the MultiCore Enhancement feature. ASUS ...
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... [Auto] Allows you to set the 5-Core Ratio Limit. [Auto] Select to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting. [Manual] Select to manually assign a 5-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 5-Core Ratio Limit. 1-Core/2-Core/3-Core /4-Core... Limit [Auto] Select to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting 4ag.a, [Manual] Select to manually assign a 6-Core Ratio Limit value that is set to 100:100. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-11 Max. Use the or keys to get extreme overclocking capabilities. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] BCLK Frequency :...
... [Auto] Allows you to set the 5-Core Ratio Limit. [Auto] Select to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting. [Manual] Select to manually assign a 5-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 5-Core Ratio Limit. 1-Core/2-Core/3-Core /4-Core... Limit [Auto] Select to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting 4ag.a, [Manual] Select to manually assign a 6-Core Ratio Limit value that is set to 100:100. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-11 Max. Use the or keys to get extreme overclocking capabilities. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] BCLK Frequency :...
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...items are adjusted by Intel's VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Enable this item to the CPU load. External ... to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Do not remove the thermal module when manual mode is defined by typing the desired values using the keyboard and press the key. Select...
...items are adjusted by Intel's VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] Enable this item to the CPU load. External ... to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Do not remove the thermal module when manual mode is defined by typing the desired values using the keyboard and press the key. Select...
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...Optimized] Allows you to set a higher temperature to [Manual]. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of active VRM phases. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-21 Fixed DRAM Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This...The thermal conditions should be based on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. Reducing phase number under heavy system loading can achieve better transient and ...
...Optimized] Allows you to set a higher temperature to [Manual]. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of active VRM phases. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-21 Fixed DRAM Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This...The thermal conditions should be based on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. Reducing phase number under heavy system loading can achieve better transient and ...
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... Clock Amplitude [Auto] Enable this item to enable the ICC Ringback Canceller. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Higher] Do not remove the thermal module when the manual mode is selected. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Auto] [Lower] [Normal] [Higher] ICC Ringback Canceller [Disabled] Allows you...
... Clock Amplitude [Auto] Enable this item to enable the ICC Ringback Canceller. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Higher] Do not remove the thermal module when the manual mode is selected. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Auto] [Lower] [Normal] [Higher] ICC Ringback Canceller [Disabled] Allows you...
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...to 1.920V at 0.001V increment. Use or key to adjust the value. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Manual Mode]. To offset the voltage by a positive value. To offset the voltage by a positive value. Use the or keys to adjust the value....Use or key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920 V with a 0.001 V interval. 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following items appear only when you set the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores. CPU Core Voltage...
...to 1.920V at 0.001V increment. Use or key to adjust the value. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Manual Mode]. To offset the voltage by a positive value. To offset the voltage by a positive value. Use the or keys to adjust the value....Use or key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920 V with a 0.001 V interval. 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] The following items appear only when you set the amount of voltage fed to the CPU cores. CPU Core Voltage...