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...vi About this guide...vii ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing...16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 Cooling system installation 2-2 2.1.3 Motherboard installation 2-5 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 ...
...vi About this guide...vii ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing...16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 Cooling system installation 2-2 2.1.3 Motherboard installation 2-5 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 ...
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...contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to... supply is broken, do not try to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and...
...contact a qualified service technician or your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to... supply is broken, do not try to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and...
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...optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Where to find more information Refer to change ...system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to...
...optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Where to find more information Refer to change ...system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may have to...
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... Accessories Application DVD Documentation Others 1 x ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA motherboard 1 x 4-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cable 1 x 2-in-1 ROG weave SATA 6G cable 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strip 1 x Extension Cable for RGB addressable strip 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antennas 1 x Q-Connector 1 x 2-in-1 M.2 screws package 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide 1 x ROG logo plate sticker 1 x ROG coaster 1 x ROG sticker 1 x ROG thank you card 1 x Cablemod coupon If...
... Accessories Application DVD Documentation Others 1 x ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA motherboard 1 x 4-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cable 1 x 2-in-1 ROG weave SATA 6G cable 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strip 1 x Extension Cable for RGB addressable strip 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antennas 1 x Q-Connector 1 x 2-in-1 M.2 screws package 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide 1 x ROG logo plate sticker 1 x ROG coaster 1 x ROG sticker 1 x ROG thank you card 1 x Cablemod coupon If...
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Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xvi
Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xvi
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... you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in this section may require additional purchase. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of your motherboard package. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Components shown in the bag that came with...
... you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in this section may require additional purchase. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of your motherboard package. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Components shown in the bag that came with...
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1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear panel features section for more information. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear panel features section for more information. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... socket designed for AMD AM4 Socket for the AM4 socket. • The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors. • The AM4 socket has a different pinout design.
... socket designed for AMD AM4 Socket for the AM4 socket. • The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors. • The AM4 socket has a different pinout design.
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Recommended memory configurations ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-5 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
Recommended memory configurations ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-5 DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
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Chapter 1 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe x16_1 2 PCIe x1 3 PCIe x16_2 4 PCIe x16_3 ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Chapter 1 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe x16_1 2 PCIe x1 3 PCIe x16_2 4 PCIe x16_3 ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1.8 Onboard jumpers 1. LN2 Mode jumper Set to pins 2-3 to optimize the motherboard to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1.8 Onboard jumpers 1. LN2 Mode jumper Set to pins 2-3 to optimize the motherboard to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
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... the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up or blinks when data is solved. Storage Device Activity LED The Storage Device Activity LED lights up until the problem is read from case to the storage device or storage device add-on card. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-13...
... the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up or blinks when data is solved. Storage Device Activity LED The Storage Device Activity LED lights up until the problem is read from case to the storage device or storage device add-on card. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-13...
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Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to boot, and the LED will indicate the current status of your system. A red light indicates that the 8-... CPU Status LED is off once the problem is solved. CPU Status LED The CPU Status LED will turn off before powering on your CPU. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-15 5. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the CPU is not ready to connect the 8-pin power...
Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to boot, and the LED will indicate the current status of your system. A red light indicates that the 8-... CPU Status LED is off once the problem is solved. CPU Status LED The CPU Status LED will turn off before powering on your CPU. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-15 5. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the CPU is not ready to connect the 8-pin power...
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... of up to this connector. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 module is for additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector provides data transfer speeds of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 4. 3. Front Panel Audio connector The front panel audio connector is purchased separately. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector The USB...
... of up to this connector. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 module is for additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector provides data transfer speeds of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 4. 3. Front Panel Audio connector The front panel audio connector is purchased separately. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector The USB...
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DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 MB/s connection speed. Chapter 1 6. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB 2.0 connector The USB 2.0 connector allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports.
DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 MB/s connection speed. Chapter 1 6. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction USB 2.0 connector The USB 2.0 connector allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports.
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Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the connector. • ...-Speed Full-Speed Shared Control A A - Header CPU_FAN CPU_OPT CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN3 H_AMP AIO_PUMP W_PUMP+ Max. Current 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A 3A 1A 3A Max. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-21 Chapter 1 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to connect powerful 3-pin DC fans (1A or above ) onto the H_AMP_FAN connector. •...
Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure the cable is fully inserted into the connector. • ...-Speed Full-Speed Shared Control A A - Header CPU_FAN CPU_OPT CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN3 H_AMP AIO_PUMP W_PUMP+ Max. Current 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A 3A 1A 3A Max. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-21 Chapter 1 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to connect powerful 3-pin DC fans (1A or above ) onto the H_AMP_FAN connector. •...
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...You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to detect its temperature. Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to optimize the thermal efficiency of your water cooling system. Thermal Sensor connector The Thermal Sensor connector allows you to connect sensors to monitor... Cooling System connectors allow you to connect a sensor to monitor the temperature and flow rate of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Chapter 1 9. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 8.
...You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to detect its temperature. Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to optimize the thermal efficiency of your water cooling system. Thermal Sensor connector The Thermal Sensor connector allows you to connect sensors to monitor... Cooling System connectors allow you to connect a sensor to monitor the temperature and flow rate of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Chapter 1 9. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 8.
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... 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • We recommend that you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-23 Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use a PSU with 1000W...
... 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • We recommend that you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-23 Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use a PSU with 1000W...
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... severe damage to connect RGB LED strips. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-25 Chapter 1 12. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system is powered on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light...
... severe damage to connect RGB LED strips. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-25 Chapter 1 12. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system is powered on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light...
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... off or the power cord is aligned with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and a maximum of 120 LEDs. Chapter 1 13. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up when the system is powered on the... motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the addressable RGB ...
... off or the power cord is aligned with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and a maximum of 120 LEDs. Chapter 1 13. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up when the system is powered on the... motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the addressable RGB ...