CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 3
... 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1-12 1.1.8 Jumper 1-19 1.1.9 Internal connectors 1-20 1.1.10 ProbeIt 1-31 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-4 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion card installation 2-10 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-11 2.1.10 M.2 installation 2-12 2.1.11 3D printing part installation 2-13 2.2 BIOS update utility...
... 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1-12 1.1.8 Jumper 1-19 1.1.9 Internal connectors 1-20 1.1.10 ProbeIt 1-31 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU installation 2-3 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-4 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion card installation 2-10 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-11 2.1.10 M.2 installation 2-12 2.1.11 3D printing part installation 2-13 2.2 BIOS update utility...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 9
... Shielding Technology - Sonic Radar III * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. ** Please refer to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - buffered memory* Dual channel memory architecture * Hyper DIMM support is not supported for front and rear headphone outputs - Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-retasking - ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage Audio AM4 socket...
... Shielding Technology - Sonic Radar III * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. ** Please refer to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - buffered memory* Dual channel memory architecture * Hyper DIMM support is not supported for front and rear headphone outputs - Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-retasking - ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Storage Audio AM4 socket...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 10
... USB 3.1 controller - 2 x USB 3.1 ports (2 ports at mid- MicroFine Alloy Choke - CLr CMOS - Power On UEFI BIOS features - O.C. DirectKey - NexFET MOSFETs - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors Start Button Reset Button Safe Boot Button Retry Button Clear CMOS Button BIOS Flashback Button LN2 Mode ROG RAMDisk CloneDrive ROG RAMCache II KeyBot II - ROG SSD Secure Erase - Tweakers' Paradise - ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features AMD Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports at back panel...
... USB 3.1 controller - 2 x USB 3.1 ports (2 ports at mid- MicroFine Alloy Choke - CLr CMOS - Power On UEFI BIOS features - O.C. DirectKey - NexFET MOSFETs - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors Start Button Reset Button Safe Boot Button Retry Button Clear CMOS Button BIOS Flashback Button LN2 Mode ROG RAMDisk CloneDrive ROG RAMCache II KeyBot II - ROG SSD Secure Erase - Tweakers' Paradise - ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features AMD Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports at back panel...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 11
...ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) specifications summary Back I/O Ports Special Features Multi-GPU support 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x 2x2 Wi-Fi module 2 x USB 3.1 ports ( 1 x Type-C [black] and 1 x Type-A [red]) 8 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 4 x USB 2.0 ports [black] 1 x Anti-surge LAN (RJ45) port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Gold-plated audio jacks ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-LED...
...ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) specifications summary Back I/O Ports Special Features Multi-GPU support 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x BIOS Flashback button 1 x 2x2 Wi-Fi module 2 x USB 3.1 ports ( 1 x Type-C [black] and 1 x Type-A [red]) 8 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 4 x USB 2.0 ports [black] 1 x Anti-surge LAN (RJ45) port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Gold-plated audio jacks ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-LED...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 12
...2-Pin W_IN connector 1 x 2-Pin W_OUT connector 3 x 4-Pin Chassis fan connectors 1 x Thermal sensor connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x Start button 1 x Reset button 1 x Safe Boot button 1 x ReTry button 1 x LN2 mode jumper 1 x Slow mode switch 1 x System panel connector 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers 1 x TPM connector 1 x Speaker Header Intel® Ethernet Controller I211-AT Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst IV 2x2 Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band...
...2-Pin W_IN connector 1 x 2-Pin W_OUT connector 3 x 4-Pin Chassis fan connectors 1 x Thermal sensor connector 1 x 24-pin EATX power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x Start button 1 x Reset button 1 x Safe Boot button 1 x ReTry button 1 x LN2 mode jumper 1 x Slow mode switch 1 x System panel connector 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers 1 x TPM connector 1 x Speaker Header Intel® Ethernet Controller I211-AT Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst IV 2x2 Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 13
ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) specifications summary BIOS Manageability 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 Q-fan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst IV* ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache II ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Overwolf ROG Keybot II CloneDrive Kaspersky®...
ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) specifications summary BIOS Manageability 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 Q-fan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst IV* ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache II ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Overwolf ROG Keybot II CloneDrive Kaspersky®...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 43
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 HERO (WI-FI AC) 1-27 Chapter 1 9. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) This connector is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I /II is for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 10.
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 HERO (WI-FI AC) 1-27 Chapter 1 9. Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR1) This connector is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I /II is for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 10.
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 49
Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. Motherboard installation 1. Chapter 2 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 2-1 The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models.
Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 The diagrams in this section are the same for reference only. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. Motherboard installation 1. Chapter 2 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 2-1 The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are for all models.
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 57
Push the connector until it clicks into place. Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 connector To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.1 This connector will only fit in one orientation. To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.0 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector To install system speaker connector AAFP ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 2-9
Push the connector until it clicks into place. Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 connector To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.1 This connector will only fit in one orientation. To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.0 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector To install system speaker connector AAFP ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 2-9
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 59
... with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. IO Shield • Ensure that the antenna is for all persons. Chapter 2 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 2-11 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! software. •...
... with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to the Wi-Fi ports at least 20 cm away from all models. IO Shield • Ensure that the antenna is for all persons. Chapter 2 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 2-11 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! software. •...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 61
2.1.11 3D printing part installation Installing the 3D printing part onto the 3D Mount A 3D printing part may use the screw package included to secure the 3D printing part to the product page of your motherboard into the 3D Mount shown in the illustration below. Chapter 2 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 2-13 For more details regarding the installation of the 3D printing part on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. You may be installed onto your motherboard on your motherboard, please refer to the 3D Mount.
2.1.11 3D printing part installation Installing the 3D printing part onto the 3D Mount A 3D printing part may use the screw package included to secure the 3D printing part to the product page of your motherboard into the 3D Mount shown in the illustration below. Chapter 2 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 2-13 For more details regarding the installation of the 3D printing part on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. You may be installed onto your motherboard on your motherboard, please refer to the 3D Mount.
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 69
... and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that...
... and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 87
... legacy boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Enabled] [Disabled] The Option ROM Messages will be pressed when error occurs. Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] [Disabled] Execute the trap right away. Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the NumLock. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-19 The following items appear only when you set the Boot...
... legacy boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Enabled] [Disabled] The Option ROM Messages will be pressed when error occurs. Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] [Disabled] Execute the trap right away. Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the NumLock. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-19 The following items appear only when you set the Boot...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 89
... devices installed in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. Click an item to start booting from the available devices. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. 3.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC...
... devices installed in Safe Mode, press after POST (Windows® 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. Click an item to start booting from the available devices. Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. 3.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 91
.... Load Default This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Name This item allows you to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that saved your USB drive. 3.9.4 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure The ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure allows you to eight, press , and then select Yes. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to load the default values of the CPU Core Voltage, VCCSA Voltage, BCLK Frequency, CPU...
.... Load Default This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Name This item allows you to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that saved your USB drive. 3.9.4 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure The ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure allows you to eight, press , and then select Yes. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to load the default values of the CPU Core Voltage, VCCSA Voltage, BCLK Frequency, CPU...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 93
... Update The EZ Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. 3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is available in the support DVD that allows you to boot. EZ Update: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-25 However, BIOS updating is...
... Update The EZ Update is a utility that comes with the motherboard package. 3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. • EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). • This utility is available in the support DVD that allows you to boot. EZ Update: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. Chapter 3 ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-25 However, BIOS updating is...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 95
... the update process is done. ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-27 See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. Go to the Tool menu to complete the update. 5. To update the BIOS by Internet. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to prevent system boot failure! Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with...
... the update process is done. ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) 3-27 See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. Go to the Tool menu to complete the update. 5. To update the BIOS by Internet. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to prevent system boot failure! Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. • This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 101
... provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for disposal of electronic products. ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) A-3 DO NOT throw the motherboard in our products at ASUS REACH website at least 20 cm from our commitment to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for protecting our environment. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from all persons and must be installed...
... provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for disposal of electronic products. ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) A-3 DO NOT throw the motherboard in our products at ASUS REACH website at least 20 cm from our commitment to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for protecting our environment. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from all persons and must be installed...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 105
...7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address ...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) A-7 Appendix ASUS...
...7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address ...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) A-7 Appendix ASUS...
CROSSHAIR VI HERO Wi-Fi AC Users manualEnglish
Page 106
... Information Statement Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation...(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : CROSSHAIR VI HERO, ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of ...
... Information Statement Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation...(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : CROSSHAIR VI HERO, ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO (WI-FI AC) Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of ...
