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... Chapter 1: Intel® RAID Configuration 1.1 Intel® RAID configurations 1-5 1.1.1 RAID definitions 1-5 1.1.2 Installing storage devices 1-5 1.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 1-6 1.1.4 Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in UEFI BIOS 1-10 1.1.5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 1-14 1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver during Windows® 10 OS installation...
... Chapter 1: Intel® RAID Configuration 1.1 Intel® RAID configurations 1-5 1.1.1 RAID definitions 1-5 1.1.2 Installing storage devices 1-5 1.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 1-6 1.1.4 Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in UEFI BIOS 1-10 1.1.5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 1-14 1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver during Windows® 10 OS installation...
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...If you are using SATA storage devices, no additional settings are using onboard M.2 cards, go to Chapter 3 in UEFI BIOS: 1. Configure additional settings for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. 2. Go to the Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration... ports are set Launch CSM to [Hyper M.2 X16] or [PCIE X4 SSD Card] accordingly. 1.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in your motherboard's user manual for your changes and exit the...
...If you are using SATA storage devices, no additional settings are using onboard M.2 cards, go to Chapter 3 in UEFI BIOS: 1. Configure additional settings for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup. 2. Go to the Advanced > Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration... ports are set Launch CSM to [Hyper M.2 X16] or [PCIE X4 SSD Card] accordingly. 1.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in your motherboard's user manual for your changes and exit the...
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... • Refer to the Advanced > CPU Storage Configuration, then set Launch CSM to Chapter 3 in your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, then enter the BIOS Setup again. 5. Refer to display the Intel® Virtual Raid on using the CPU RAID configuration spanned across different PCIE slots as ...OS drives, please install the Hyper M.2 x16 cards into supported PCIE slots. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. Go to Boot > CSM (Compatibility Support Module), then set the PCIE slot(s) that you plan on CPU menu. 1-10 ...
... • Refer to the Advanced > CPU Storage Configuration, then set Launch CSM to Chapter 3 in your changes and exit the BIOS Setup, then enter the BIOS Setup again. 5. Refer to display the Intel® Virtual Raid on using the CPU RAID configuration spanned across different PCIE slots as ...OS drives, please install the Hyper M.2 x16 cards into supported PCIE slots. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. Go to Boot > CSM (Compatibility Support Module), then set the PCIE slot(s) that you plan on CPU menu. 1-10 ...
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... the utility main menu. 1.1.5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: 1. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on the system. 2.
... the utility main menu. 1.1.5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: 1. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on the system. 2.
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...to display the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility menu. 2-2 Chapter 2: AMD RAID Configuration Save your motherboard. 2.1.3 RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility in UEFI BIOS To enter the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility in your motherboard's user manual for details on entering and navigating through the... [PCIe RAID Mode]. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2.1.2 Installing storage devices The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives and PCIE SSD storage devices. The Hyper M.2 ...
...to display the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility menu. 2-2 Chapter 2: AMD RAID Configuration Save your motherboard. 2.1.3 RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility in UEFI BIOS To enter the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility in your motherboard's user manual for details on entering and navigating through the... [PCIe RAID Mode]. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2.1.2 Installing storage devices The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives and PCIE SSD storage devices. The Hyper M.2 ...
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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard ...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 M.2 installation 2-12 2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-13 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-14 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time ...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard ...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 M.2 installation 2-12 2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-13 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-14 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time ...
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vii Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. 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... when installing and configuring the motherboard. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, ...
vii Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. 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... when installing and configuring the motherboard. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, ...
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Aura RGB Strip Headers - MemOK! AI Suite 3 - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) - Reset Button ASUS Q-Design - LiveDash - ASUS NODE : hardware control interface - Aura Addressable Strip Headers - USB BIOS Flashback - Q-Connector - Q-Code - ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA specifications summary Special Features Back I /O shield - A ura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5 -way Optimization tuning perfectly consolidates TPU Insight, EPU Guidance...
Aura RGB Strip Headers - MemOK! AI Suite 3 - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) - Reset Button ASUS Q-Design - LiveDash - ASUS NODE : hardware control interface - Aura Addressable Strip Headers - USB BIOS Flashback - Q-Connector - Q-Code - ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA specifications summary Special Features Back I /O shield - A ura Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5 -way Optimization tuning perfectly consolidates TPU Insight, EPU Guidance...
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xiii ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA specifications summary Internal I/O Ports BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors support 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 connectors ... button 1 x ReTry button 1 x MemOK!_II switch 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1 WOL, PXE Overwolf Anti-virus software (1-year full subscription) Daemon Tools Software WinRAR Windows® 10 - 64 bit ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" ...
xiii ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA specifications summary Internal I/O Ports BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors support 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 connectors ... button 1 x ReTry button 1 x MemOK!_II switch 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1 WOL, PXE Overwolf Anti-virus software (1-year full subscription) Daemon Tools Software WinRAR Windows® 10 - 64 bit ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" ...
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...; or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to x8 mode when PCIEX16_2 slot is purchased separately. • Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 series card under BIOS settings. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 VGA Configuration PCIe operating mode PCIEX16_1 slot PCIEX16_2 slot Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (Recommend for better thermal environment.
...; or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to x8 mode when PCIEX16_2 slot is purchased separately. • Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 series card under BIOS settings. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 VGA Configuration PCIe operating mode PCIEX16_1 slot PCIEX16_2 slot Single VGA/PCIe card x16 (Recommend for better thermal environment.
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...OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests pretest profiles. II switch to disabled. • Ensure to the latest BIOS version from doing anything before using the MemOK! II function. • The MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and tests the next ...the computer. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off, please refrain from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, and the Mem_LED is turned off when the re-training is not properly installed. II function. 1-10 ...
...OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests pretest profiles. II switch to disabled. • Ensure to the latest BIOS version from doing anything before using the MemOK! II function. • The MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and tests the next ...the computer. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off, please refrain from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, and the Mem_LED is turned off when the re-training is not properly installed. II function. 1-10 ...
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... the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z390 chipset. • These connectors are set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration...
... the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z390 chipset. • These connectors are set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration...
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... button for system reboot without turning off button (2-pin PWRBTN) This connector is for the system power LED. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 1-21 10. The HDD LED lights up when you to this connector. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings...
... button for system reboot without turning off button (2-pin PWRBTN) This connector is for the system power LED. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 1-21 10. The HDD LED lights up when you to this connector. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings...
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...section 3.11 Updating BIOS in BIOS setup, refer to save the latest BIOS version for three seconds, and the BIOS is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to your USB storage device. 4. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this... scenario happens, please restart the system to the USB port, press the USB BIOS Flashback button for better compatibility and stability. 2. Wait until the Flashback...
...section 3.11 Updating BIOS in BIOS setup, refer to save the latest BIOS version for three seconds, and the BIOS is damaged during the process and results to the system's failure to your USB storage device. 4. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this... scenario happens, please restart the system to the USB port, press the USB BIOS Flashback button for better compatibility and stability. 2. Wait until the Flashback...
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... Intel chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS). USB BIOS Flashback button 7. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 13. ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 2-15 HDMI port 8. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your devices to overclocking. 2. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port 5 10...
... Intel chipset, all USB devices connected to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS). USB BIOS Flashback button 7. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 13. ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 2-15 HDMI port 8. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for your devices to overclocking. 2. USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port 5 10...
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...button. Press the power button for assistance. Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up . Monitor b. If your retailer for more than four seconds to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the system front panel case lights up for less than four seconds to a power outlet that ...beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 2-19 At power on, hold down the key to green after the system LED turns on test. System power 6. After making...
...button. Press the power button for assistance. Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up . Monitor b. If your retailer for more than four seconds to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the system front panel case lights up for less than four seconds to a power outlet that ...beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 2-19 At power on, hold down the key to green after the system LED turns on test. System power 6. After making...
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... screen during the system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 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...
... screen during the system bootup and requests you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. • When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 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...
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... what you see on . If you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. After doing either of the Clear CMOS button to clear RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the location of the three options, press key... to enter BIOS. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this option only if you do not press or...
... what you see on . If you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. After doing either of the Clear CMOS button to clear RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the location of the three options, press key... to enter BIOS. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this option only if you do not press or...
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... for experienced end-users to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the system status and prediction ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 3-3 The default screen for the detailed configurations. Configuration fields Pop-up Menu Menu bar Language Search(F9) MyFavorite...
... for experienced end-users to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the system status and prediction ROG MAXIMUS XI FORMULA 3-3 The default screen for the detailed configurations. Configuration fields Pop-up Menu Menu bar Language Search(F9) MyFavorite...
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...default settings Menu items The highlighted item on any menu screen means that menu. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for your BIOS. Refer to MyFavorites menu. Refer to section 3.2.4 AI OC Guide for that the item has a submenu....the submenu, select the item and press . Use this button to select the language that you want to your desired settings. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it . • Refer to section 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information. Menu bar The menu bar on top of your...
...default settings Menu items The highlighted item on any menu screen means that menu. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for your BIOS. Refer to MyFavorites menu. Refer to section 3.2.4 AI OC Guide for that the item has a submenu....the submenu, select the item and press . Use this button to select the language that you want to your desired settings. Select frequentlyused BIOS settings and save it . • Refer to section 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information. Menu bar The menu bar on top of your...