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... this guide x Blitz Extreme specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 ROG intelligent Performace & Overclocking features .... 1-2 1.3.2 ROG unique features 1-4 1.3.3 Product highlights 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-5 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-5 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.4 Audio card layout 2-6 2.2.5 Layout contents 2-7 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-9 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-10 2.3.2 Installing...
... this guide x Blitz Extreme specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 ROG intelligent Performace & Overclocking features .... 1-2 1.3.2 ROG unique features 1-4 1.3.3 Product highlights 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-5 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-5 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.4 Audio card layout 2-6 2.2.5 Layout contents 2-7 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-9 2.3.1 Installing the CPU 2-10 2.3.2 Installing...
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... in 4-12 4.3.4 Language [English 4-12 4.3.5 SATA 1-6 4-13 4.3.6 SATA Configuration 4-14 4.3.7 AHCI Configuration 4-15 4.3.8 System Information 4-16 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu 4-17 4.4.1 Ai Overclocking [Auto 4-17 PCIE Frequency [Auto 4-18 DRAM Frequency [Auto 4-18 DRAM Timing Control [Auto 4-18 Loadline ...NB Volt 4-22 SB LED Selection [PLL Volt 4-22 4.5 Advanced menu 4-22 4.5.1 Ai Net 2 4-23 4.5.2 USB Configuration 4-23 4.5.3 CPU Configuration 4-25 4.5.4 Chipset 4-26 4.5.5 OnBoard Devices Configuration 4-27 4.5.6 PCI PnP 4-28 4.6 Power menu 4-29 4.6.1 Suspend Mode [Auto 4-...
... in 4-12 4.3.4 Language [English 4-12 4.3.5 SATA 1-6 4-13 4.3.6 SATA Configuration 4-14 4.3.7 AHCI Configuration 4-15 4.3.8 System Information 4-16 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu 4-17 4.4.1 Ai Overclocking [Auto 4-17 PCIE Frequency [Auto 4-18 DRAM Frequency [Auto 4-18 DRAM Timing Control [Auto 4-18 Loadline ...NB Volt 4-22 SB LED Selection [PLL Volt 4-22 4.5 Advanced menu 4-22 4.5.1 Ai Net 2 4-23 4.5.2 USB Configuration 4-23 4.5.3 CPU Configuration 4-25 4.5.4 Chipset 4-26 4.5.5 OnBoard Devices Configuration 4-27 4.5.6 PCI PnP 4-28 4.6 Power menu 4-29 4.6.1 Suspend Mode [Auto 4-...
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5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-47 Chapter 6: ATI® CrossFire™ technology support 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.1.1 Requirements 6-1 6.1.2 Before you begin 6-1 6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards 6-2 6.3 Software information 6-5 6.3.1 Installing the device drivers 6-5 6.3.2 Using the Catalyst™ Control Center 6-7 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel® EM64T A-1 A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST A-1 A.2.1 System requirements A-1 A.2.2 Using the EIST A-2 A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 A.4 Debug Code Table A-4 vii
5.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-47 Chapter 6: ATI® CrossFire™ technology support 6.1 Overview 6-1 6.1.1 Requirements 6-1 6.1.2 Before you begin 6-1 6.2 Installing CrossFire™ graphics cards 6-2 6.3 Software information 6-5 6.3.1 Installing the device drivers 6-5 6.3.2 Using the Catalyst™ Control Center 6-7 Appendix: CPU features A.1 Intel® EM64T A-1 A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST A-1 A.2.1 System requirements A-1 A.2.2 Using the EIST A-2 A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology A-3 A.4 Debug Code Table A-4 vii
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... the ATI CrossFire™ feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports as well as warranty flyers, that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches...
... the ATI CrossFire™ feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures. • Appendix: CPU features The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports as well as warranty flyers, that may have to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches...
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...6308P 1394a controller supports 2 x 1394a ports (one at back I/O) 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at midboard; Tuned by ASUS Super Memspeed Technology, this motherboard natively supports up to 2 PATA devices - 2 x External SATA 3.0 Gb/s port (SATA On-the-Go) Dual Gigabit LAN ... DDR3 1066MHz. JMicron® JMB363 PATA and SATA controller - 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 for up to DDR3 1333. Blitz Extreme specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel®...
...6308P 1394a controller supports 2 x 1394a ports (one at back I/O) 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at midboard; Tuned by ASUS Super Memspeed Technology, this motherboard natively supports up to 2 PATA devices - 2 x External SATA 3.0 Gb/s port (SATA On-the-Go) Dual Gigabit LAN ... DDR3 1066MHz. JMicron® JMB363 PATA and SATA controller - 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 for up to DDR3 1333. Blitz Extreme specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio IEEE 1394 USB LGA775 socket for Intel®...
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... EX (Component Overheat Protection -EX) - Voltiminder LED - Blitz Extreme specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features ASUS Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O Shield connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x LCD poster connector (continued on the next page) xiii CPU level up - O.C. AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - Profile Overclocking protection: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Fusion Block System LCD Poster EL...
... EX (Component Overheat Protection -EX) - Voltiminder LED - Blitz Extreme specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking features ASUS Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I /O Shield connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x LCD poster connector (continued on the next page) xiii CPU level up - O.C. AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner) - Profile Overclocking protection: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) Fusion Block System LCD Poster EL...
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... highest overclock frequency and to break through current FSB and DRAM ratio proportions by eliminating the bottleneck when overclocking both the CPU and the memory- Native DDR3 1333 maximizes system performance by utilizing Super Memspeed Technology- Each phase only shoulders half of specifications..., and red light on the motherboard to highlight the voltage status of DDR3 memory. Super Memspeed Technology To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to have the most stable platform. providing great performance for energy saving and higher quality power supply to the processor...
... highest overclock frequency and to break through current FSB and DRAM ratio proportions by eliminating the bottleneck when overclocking both the CPU and the memory- Native DDR3 1333 maximizes system performance by utilizing Super Memspeed Technology- Each phase only shoulders half of specifications..., and red light on the motherboard to highlight the voltage status of DDR3 memory. Super Memspeed Technology To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to have the most stable platform. providing great performance for energy saving and higher quality power supply to the processor...
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..., AI NOS™ reacts much faster to overclocking, C.P.R. The BIOS settings can be stored in case the system hangs due to overclocking. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. ASUS Blitz Extreme 1- feature of booting the BIOS. ASUS O.C. When the system hangs due to satisfy your need to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. AI Booster The...
..., AI NOS™ reacts much faster to overclocking, C.P.R. The BIOS settings can be stored in case the system hangs due to overclocking. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The C.P.R. ASUS Blitz Extreme 1- feature of booting the BIOS. ASUS O.C. When the system hangs due to satisfy your need to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. AI Booster The...
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... area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for details. See page 2-39 for the entire system. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you the boot error instead of the "code name." Press the power-on a bare...computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS Q-Fan plus technology The ASUS Q-Fan plus technology smartly adjusts the CPU and chassis fan 1 speeds according to the system loading to enhancethe sound quality. See page 4-12 for ...
... area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for details. See page 2-39 for the entire system. ASUS Multi-language BIOS The multi-language BIOS allows you the boot error instead of the "code name." Press the power-on a bare...computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording. ASUS Q-Fan plus technology The ASUS Q-Fan plus technology smartly adjusts the CPU and chassis fan 1 speeds according to the system loading to enhancethe sound quality. See page 4-12 for ...
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..., especially beneficial when CPU requires more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. To wake the system and return to dissipate heat these critical components generate. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS Blitz Extreme 1- See page...
..., especially beneficial when CPU requires more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. To wake the system and return to dissipate heat these critical components generate. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your system with customizable boot logos. ASUS Blitz Extreme 1- See page...
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... bandwidth of dual-channel DDR3 1066/800 architecture, 1333/1066/800 FSB (Front Side Bus), PCI Express x16 graphics and multi-core CPU. Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the same time....the impact on the environment. It is one of the memory accesses. ASUS Blitz Extreme 1- Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels. Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor ...
... bandwidth of dual-channel DDR3 1066/800 architecture, 1333/1066/800 FSB (Front Side Bus), PCI Express x16 graphics and multi-core CPU. Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the same time....the impact on the environment. It is one of the memory accesses. ASUS Blitz Extreme 1- Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels. Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor ...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-9 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-23 2.7 EL I/O, LCD Poster and Audio card Installation 2-24 2.8 Connectors 2-26 ASUS Blitz Extreme
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-9 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-20 2.6 Jumper 2-23 2.7 EL I/O, LCD Poster and Audio card Installation 2-24 2.8 Connectors 2-26 ASUS Blitz Extreme
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... drive activity and an onboard switch for LED definition. You may cause severe damage to 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu 1. CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL ® BLITZ EXTREME BLITZ EXTREME CPU LED CPU Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 High (yellow) 1.51250~1.69375 Crazy (red) 1.70000~1.90000 ASUS Blitz Extreme 2- 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before handling components to avoid damaging...
... drive activity and an onboard switch for LED definition. You may cause severe damage to 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu 1. CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL ® BLITZ EXTREME BLITZ EXTREME CPU LED CPU Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 High (yellow) 1.51250~1.69375 Crazy (red) 1.70000~1.90000 ASUS Blitz Extreme 2- 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before handling components to avoid damaging...
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...FSB termination voltage. Northbridge/Southbridge LEDs Northbridge and southbridge LEDs each have two different voltage displays. NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL BLITZ EXTREME SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL BLITZ EXTREME North/South Bridge LED Normal (green) North Bridge Voltage 1.25~1.59 FSB Termination Voltage 1.20~1.40 PLL Voltage... for the location of the memory LED and the table below for LED definition. ® ® DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL BLITZ EXTREME BLITZ EXTREME DDR LED DRAM Voltage Normal (green) 1.80~2.20 High (yellow) 2.22~2.60 Crazy (red) 2.62~3.40 3. The northbridge ...
...FSB termination voltage. Northbridge/Southbridge LEDs Northbridge and southbridge LEDs each have two different voltage displays. NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL BLITZ EXTREME SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL BLITZ EXTREME North/South Bridge LED Normal (green) North Bridge Voltage 1.25~1.59 FSB Termination Voltage 1.20~1.40 PLL Voltage... for the location of the memory LED and the table below for LED definition. ® ® DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL BLITZ EXTREME BLITZ EXTREME DDR LED DRAM Voltage Normal (green) 1.80~2.20 High (yellow) 2.22~2.60 Crazy (red) 2.62~3.40 3. The northbridge ...
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... 266-299 300-399 400-499 500-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast) CPU FSB 333MHz 333-399 400-499 500-549 550-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast) ASUS Blitz Extreme 2- One lit blue LED suggests that the frequency is low (default), while five lit blue LEDs...
... 266-299 300-399 400-499 500-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast) CPU FSB 333MHz 333-399 400-499 500-549 550-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast) ASUS Blitz Extreme 2- One lit blue LED suggests that the frequency is low (default), while five lit blue LEDs...
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...(4-1 pin CHASSIS) 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) Page 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-31 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-34 2-34 2-35 2-36 Onboard switches 1. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-4, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3‑pin OPT_FAN1-2) 8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 2x4-pin EATX12V) 10. ... pin PRI_EIDE) 3. Power-on switch 2. Reset switch Page 2-38 2-38 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Internal connectors 1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF, for ASUS HDMI VGA card) 11. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 5.
...(4-1 pin CHASSIS) 9. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) Page 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-31 2-32 2-32 2-33 2-34 2-34 2-35 2-36 Onboard switches 1. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1-4, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3‑pin OPT_FAN1-2) 8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 2x4-pin EATX12V) 10. ... pin PRI_EIDE) 3. Power-on switch 2. Reset switch Page 2-38 2-38 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Internal connectors 1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF, for ASUS HDMI VGA card) 11. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) 5.
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... the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS Blitz Extreme 2- 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the ... • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface ...
... the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS Blitz Extreme 2- 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • If installing a dual-core CPU, connect the chassis fan cable to the ... • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface ...
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... the load lever with your left (B) until it to a 135º angle. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® BLITZ EXTREME BLITZ EXTREME CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your thumb (A), then move it is...
... the load lever with your left (B) until it to a 135º angle. 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard. ® BLITZ EXTREME BLITZ EXTREME CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is facing towards you and the load lever is on your thumb (A), then move it is...
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...to the CHA_FAN1 connector to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the CPU notch. ASUS Blitz Extreme 2-11 Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on ...the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger...
...to the CHA_FAN1 connector to the Appendix for more information on these CPU features. Close the load plate (A), then A push the load lever (B) until it snaps into the CPU notch. ASUS Blitz Extreme 2-11 Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on ...the socket and damaging the CPU! 6. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and forefinger...
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...® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink... and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you have installed the motherboard to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward...
...® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel®‑certified multi‑directional heatsink and fan. • Your Intel® LGA775 heatsink... and fan assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install. • If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you have installed the motherboard to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the groove pointing outward...
