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...-A [red]) (continued on the next page) ix ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage USB AM4 socket for AMD® Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors Supports AM4 Socket 14 nm CPU* * Supports CPU up to 8 cores * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list AMD®...
...-A [red]) (continued on the next page) ix ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage USB AM4 socket for AMD® Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors Supports AM4 Socket 14 nm CPU* * Supports CPU up to 8 cores * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list AMD®...
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...LED (DRAM[yellow], CPU[red], VGA[white], Boot Device LED[green]) - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Q-Code - ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME specifications summary Back I/O Ports Special Features Multi-GPU support 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi module (Wi-Fi 2x2 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.2) 2...perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Expert 4, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) Gamer's Guardian - AI Suite 3 ASUS EZ DIY - Q-DIMM AMD Ryzen™ Processors Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way...
...LED (DRAM[yellow], CPU[red], VGA[white], Boot Device LED[green]) - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Q-Code - ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME specifications summary Back I/O Ports Special Features Multi-GPU support 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi module (Wi-Fi 2x2 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.2) 2...perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Expert 4, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) Gamer's Guardian - AI Suite 3 ASUS EZ DIY - Q-DIMM AMD Ryzen™ Processors Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way...
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ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME specifications summary BIOS Manageability LAN Software Operating System Support Form Factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS...-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst IV Drivers Aura ROG GameFirst IV* ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache II ROG CPU-Z ROG MemTweakIt Overwolf ROG Keybot II ROG CloneDrive Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Software ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities * ROG GameFirst IV ...
ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME specifications summary BIOS Manageability LAN Software Operating System Support Form Factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS...-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst IV Drivers Aura ROG GameFirst IV* ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache II ROG CPU-Z ROG MemTweakIt Overwolf ROG Keybot II ROG CloneDrive Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Software ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities * ROG GameFirst IV ...
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xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 4 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension Cable for Addressable strips 1 x 3-in-1 thermistor cable 1 x Wafer cable 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x SLI™...
xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 4 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension Cable for Addressable strips 1 x 3-in-1 thermistor cable 1 x Wafer cable 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x SLI™...
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Ensure to set this switch to disabled, enabling this switch may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking, enabling slow mode will decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing overclockers to keep track of their overclocking data. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-11 5. RSVD switch (RSVD) This switch is employed during LN2 benching. Slow Mode Switch (SLOW_MODE) Slow Mode Switch is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Chapter 1 6. The system may cause system failure.
Ensure to set this switch to disabled, enabling this switch may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking, enabling slow mode will decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing overclockers to keep track of their overclocking data. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-11 5. RSVD switch (RSVD) This switch is employed during LN2 benching. Slow Mode Switch (SLOW_MODE) Slow Mode Switch is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Chapter 1 6. The system may cause system failure.
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Chapter 1 9. ROG extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel I/II. • The OC Panel I /II varies over different platforms. • Visit www.asus.com for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-27 Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) This connector is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I /II is for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 10.
Chapter 1 9. ROG extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel I/II. • The OC Panel I /II varies over different platforms. • Visit www.asus.com for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-27 Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) This connector is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I /II is for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 10.
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2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. Chapter 2 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 2-11 The illustration above is at the back of the chassis. IO Shield • Ensure that the antenna is for all persons. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for reference only.
2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2T2R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. Chapter 2 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 2-11 The illustration above is at the back of the chassis. IO Shield • Ensure that the antenna is for all persons. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for reference only.
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The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls...
The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls...
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... is a brief description of the ASUS support website. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the screen. A configurable field is not user-configurable. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display the other items on the right side of the field opposite the item. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-5 Use key to capture the...
... is a brief description of the ASUS support website. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the screen. A configurable field is not user-configurable. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to display the other items on the right side of the field opposite the item. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-5 Use key to capture the...
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...options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Enabled] [Disabled] The Option ROM Messages will be shown during the POST. Only the ASUS logo will be pressed when error occurs. Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] [Disabled] Execute the trap right away. This feature only works when ...Wait For 'F1' If Error This item allows your system to wait for the key to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-19 The values range from 0 to easily enter the BIOS Setup. The following items appear only when you set under normal boot. Post Delay...
...options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Enabled] [Disabled] The Option ROM Messages will be shown during the POST. Only the ASUS logo will be pressed when error occurs. Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] [Disabled] Execute the trap right away. This feature only works when ...Wait For 'F1' If Error This item allows your system to wait for the key to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-19 The values range from 0 to easily enter the BIOS Setup. The following items appear only when you set under normal boot. Post Delay...
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...in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to display the submenu. Click an item to... run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Setup Animator This item allows you to start booting from the available devices. Select an item then press to confirm your choice. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-21 The number of device items ...
...in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to display the submenu. Click an item to... run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Setup Animator This item allows you to start booting from the available devices. Select an item then press to confirm your choice. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-21 The number of device items ...
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...Save Above Settings This item allows you to save the new values of the ROG OC Panel H-Key. 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to load the previous values of the ROG OC Panel H-Key. 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile... using the OC Panel without going to input and save the current BIOS settings to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-23 Load from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Load Default This item allows you to load the previous BIOS ...
...Save Above Settings This item allows you to save the new values of the ROG OC Panel H-Key. 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you to load the previous values of the ROG OC Panel H-Key. 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile... using the OC Panel without going to input and save the current BIOS settings to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-23 Load from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Load Default This item allows you to load the previous BIOS ...
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...or gets corrupted. 3.11.1 EZ Update The EZ Update is potentially risky. Carefully follow the instructions in this motherboard. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-25 Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. 3.11 Updating ...BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. EZ Update: Updates the BIOS in the support DVD that allows you to update...
...or gets corrupted. 3.11.1 EZ Update The EZ Update is potentially risky. Carefully follow the instructions in this motherboard. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-25 Visit http://www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. 3.11 Updating ...BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. EZ Update: Updates the BIOS in the support DVD that allows you to update...
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... compatibility and stability. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to select an Internet connection method, and then press . Follow the onscreen instructions to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Go to the... shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Reboot the system when the update process is done. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-27
... compatibility and stability. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to select an Internet connection method, and then press . Follow the onscreen instructions to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Go to the... shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to ensure system compatibility and stability. Reboot the system when the update process is done. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 3-27
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... equipment) should not be installed to provide a separation distance of parts and recycling. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from all persons and must be placed in municipal waste....ASUS REACH website at least 20 cm from our commitment to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other antenna or transmitter. Appendix REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of electronic products. We believe in providing solutions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME...
... equipment) should not be installed to provide a separation distance of parts and recycling. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from all persons and must be placed in municipal waste....ASUS REACH website at least 20 cm from our commitment to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other antenna or transmitter. Appendix REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of electronic products. We believe in providing solutions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME...
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...cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC ... may cause undesired operation. Appendix DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539.
...cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC ... may cause undesired operation. Appendix DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Compliance Information Statement Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539.