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Contents Contents...iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix Blitz Formula specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.2 ROG unique features 1-6 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...
Contents Contents...iii Notices...vii Safety information viii About this guide ix Blitz Formula specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.2 ROG unique features 1-6 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...
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... Parameter Recall) Fusion Block System LCD Poster Onboard Switches: Power / Reset / Clr CMOS Q-Connector Q-Fan 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo3™ 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) 1 x IEEE1394a port 2 x LAN (RJ45) ... - AI Booster Utility - O.C. COP EX (Component Overheat Protection -EX) - Voltiminder LED - Blitz Formula specifications summary ROG Exclusive Overclocking features ROG Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Crosslink technology Extreme Tweaker Loadline Calibration ...
... Parameter Recall) Fusion Block System LCD Poster Onboard Switches: Power / Reset / Clr CMOS Q-Connector Q-Fan 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo3™ 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical) 1 x IEEE1394a port 2 x LAN (RJ45) ... - AI Booster Utility - O.C. COP EX (Component Overheat Protection -EX) - Voltiminder LED - Blitz Formula specifications summary ROG Exclusive Overclocking features ROG Special Features Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Crosslink technology Extreme Tweaker Loadline Calibration ...
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... Check your retailer. Before you for the following items. Motherboard I/O module Cables Accessories Application DVD/CD Documentation ROG Blitz Formula USB 2.0 + IEEE 1394a module Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable Floppy disk drive cable Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables I/O shield ASUS Optional Fan Fusion Block System Accessory LCD Poster DIY Pedestal 3-in...
... Check your retailer. Before you for the following items. Motherboard I/O module Cables Accessories Application DVD/CD Documentation ROG Blitz Formula USB 2.0 + IEEE 1394a module Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable Floppy disk drive cable Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables I/O shield ASUS Optional Fan Fusion Block System Accessory LCD Poster DIY Pedestal 3-in...
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..., delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for details. ROG Blitz Formula 1- See pages 2-31 and 2-35 for details. This new feature optimizes the use of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS Super Memspeed Technology To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to break through current FSB and DRAM ratio proportions...
..., delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for details. ROG Blitz Formula 1- See pages 2-31 and 2-35 for details. This new feature optimizes the use of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS Super Memspeed Technology To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to break through current FSB and DRAM ratio proportions...
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This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features Crosslinx Crosslinx is able to optimize PCIe allocation with dual...reach higher memory frequencies and enjoy better performance. See pages 2-1 and 2-2 for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on competing x16, x4 solutions. Such architecture eliminates the ...
This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features Crosslinx Crosslinx is able to optimize PCIe allocation with dual...reach higher memory frequencies and enjoy better performance. See pages 2-1 and 2-2 for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on competing x16, x4 solutions. Such architecture eliminates the ...
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... or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. See page 4-17 and 5-25 for details. ASUS O.C. ROG Blitz Formula 1- CPU Level Up Enjoy up to 40% more than simple frequency settings, this motherboard allows users to reach the highest overclock frequency...saving and higher quality power supply to satisfy your need for the CPU is critical during overclocking. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to have the most stable platform. With thtis latest technology, this profile gives gamers comprehensive and ...
... or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. See page 4-17 and 5-25 for details. ASUS O.C. ROG Blitz Formula 1- CPU Level Up Enjoy up to 40% more than simple frequency settings, this motherboard allows users to reach the highest overclock frequency...saving and higher quality power supply to satisfy your need for the CPU is critical during overclocking. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to have the most stable platform. With thtis latest technology, this profile gives gamers comprehensive and ...
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...reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. See page 2-29 for each parameter. function. 1.3.2 ROG unique features Supreme FX II features Supreme FX II extends all the features of fine-tuning performance when working on button to open -...case) system. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to solve the problem immediately. See pages...
...reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default setting for details. See page 2-29 for each parameter. function. 1.3.2 ROG unique features Supreme FX II features Supreme FX II extends all the features of fine-tuning performance when working on button to open -...case) system. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to solve the problem immediately. See pages...
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... over the CPU power modules and chipset area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for the entire system. ROG Blitz Formula 1- AI Gear 2 AI Gear 2 allows you to personalize and add style to 50% power when using word processing applications. AI Nap ...water-cooling/passive-cooling only) The optional fan is specifically designed to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS MyLogo3 This new feature present in the overclocking arena, while the cap-less design removes any worries of your system with customizable boot logos....
... over the CPU power modules and chipset area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for the entire system. ROG Blitz Formula 1- AI Gear 2 AI Gear 2 allows you to personalize and add style to 50% power when using word processing applications. AI Nap ...water-cooling/passive-cooling only) The optional fan is specifically designed to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ASUS MyLogo3 This new feature present in the overclocking arena, while the cap-less design removes any worries of your system with customizable boot logos....
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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 2-18 2.5 Expansion slots 2-24 2.6 Jumper 2-27 2.7 Aduio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster Installation 2-28 2.8 Connectors 2-30 ROG Blitz Formula
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 2-18 2.5 Expansion slots 2-24 2.6 Jumper 2-27 2.7 Aduio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster Installation 2-28 2.8 Connectors 2-30 ROG Blitz Formula
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... LED for hard disk drive activity and an onboard switch for LED definition. ® CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL BLITZ FORMULA BLITZ FORMULA CPU LED CPU Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 High (yellow) 1.51250~1.69375 Crazy (red) 1.70000~1.90000 ROG Blitz Formula 2- CPU LED Refer to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may adjust the...
... LED for hard disk drive activity and an onboard switch for LED definition. ® CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL BLITZ FORMULA BLITZ FORMULA CPU LED CPU Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 High (yellow) 1.51250~1.69375 Crazy (red) 1.70000~1.90000 ROG Blitz Formula 2- CPU LED Refer to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. Failure to do so may adjust the...
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... that the frequency is high (fast). 4. Refer to indicate the level of the FSB frenquency LEDs and the table below for LED definition. ® BLITZ FORMULA Fast Default BLITZ FORMULA Frequency LED CPU FSB 200MHz 200-299 300-399 400-499 500-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (...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) ROG Blitz Formula 2-
... that the frequency is high (fast). 4. Refer to indicate the level of the FSB frenquency LEDs and the table below for LED definition. ® BLITZ FORMULA Fast Default BLITZ FORMULA Frequency LED CPU FSB 200MHz 200-299 300-399 400-499 500-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (...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) ROG Blitz Formula 2-
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... the correct orientation. Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis BLITZ FORMULA ® ROG Blitz Formula 2- 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into it. The edge with external...
... the correct orientation. Place this side towards the rear of your chassis to ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis BLITZ FORMULA ® ROG Blitz Formula 2- 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into it. The edge with external...
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ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad / ..., or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ROG Blitz Formula 2- ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the...
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Quad / ..., or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ROG Blitz Formula 2- ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA775 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the...
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Refer to ensure system stability. ROG Blitz Formula 2-11 CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and ...
Refer to ensure system stability. ROG Blitz Formula 2-11 CPU notch Gold triangle mark The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. The motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with your thumb and ...
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... may damage the I /O shield so that the openings of the ports fit the motherboard rear ports. Place the device wherever you can monitor the screen. ROG Blitz Formula 2-29 2.7.2 I /O shield into place. 2. Snaps the I /O shield and LCD Poster Installation 1. Be cautious when installing the I /O side toward the chassis rear panel and install the...
... may damage the I /O shield so that the openings of the ports fit the motherboard rear ports. Place the device wherever you can monitor the screen. ROG Blitz Formula 2-29 2.7.2 I /O shield into place. 2. Snaps the I /O shield and LCD Poster Installation 1. Be cautious when installing the I /O side toward the chassis rear panel and install the...
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... Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Ou - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 11. ROG Blitz Formula 2-31
... Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Ou - 8-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 11. ROG Blitz Formula 2-31
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... Intel® ICH9R RAID controller. • These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. BLITZ FORMULA BLITZ FORMULA IDE connector 3. Use two to four Serial ATA hard disk drives for details. • For RAID 5, use at least three ... RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND SATA3 SATA4 SATA6 ROG Blitz Formula 2-33 In Standard IDE mode, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the [Configure SATA...
... Intel® ICH9R RAID controller. • These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives. BLITZ FORMULA BLITZ FORMULA IDE connector 3. Use two to four Serial ATA hard disk drives for details. • For RAID 5, use at least three ... RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND GND RSATA_TXP6 RSATA_TXN6 GND RSATA_RXP6 RSATA_RXN6 GND SATA3 SATA4 SATA6 ROG Blitz Formula 2-33 In Standard IDE mode, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the [Configure SATA...
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...ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the 1394 connector onboard. 6. Refer to the IEEE 1394a connector. You can work with the temperature sensors for details. ROG Blitz Formula 2-35 Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2) These connectors are for a IEEE 1394a port. OPT_TEMP2 BLITZ FORMULA OPT_TEMP1 BLITZ FORMULA...; ® Temperature Ground GND +12V TPB1GND TPA1- +12V TPB1+ GND TPA1+ BLITZ FORMULA IE1394_2 PIN 1 BLITZ FORMULA IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to page 4-31 for a better cooling effect.
...ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the 1394 connector onboard. 6. Refer to the IEEE 1394a connector. You can work with the temperature sensors for details. ROG Blitz Formula 2-35 Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2) These connectors are for a IEEE 1394a port. OPT_TEMP2 BLITZ FORMULA OPT_TEMP1 BLITZ FORMULA...; ® Temperature Ground GND +12V TPB1GND TPA1- +12V TPB1+ GND TPA1+ BLITZ FORMULA IE1394_2 PIN 1 BLITZ FORMULA IEEE 1394a connector Never connect a USB cable to page 4-31 for a better cooling effect.
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...before connecting an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug. • Use only an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug for ATX power supply plugs. ROG Blitz Formula 2-37 8. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to this connector. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These ... jumper cap. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATXPWR ® EATX12V BLITZ FORMULA +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC GND GND GND GND BLITZ FORMULA ATX power connectors +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts...
...before connecting an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug. • Use only an 8-pin EPS +12V power plug for ATX power supply plugs. ROG Blitz Formula 2-37 8. Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to this connector. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These ... jumper cap. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. EATXPWR ® EATX12V BLITZ FORMULA +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC GND GND GND GND BLITZ FORMULA ATX power connectors +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK Ground +5 Volts Ground +5 Volts...
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... system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. BLITZ FORMULA System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. The speaker allows you turn... on the BIOS settings. ROG Blitz Formula 2-39 The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in ...
... system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. BLITZ FORMULA System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. The speaker allows you turn... on the BIOS settings. ROG Blitz Formula 2-39 The IDE LED lights up when you to this connector. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in ...