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Motherboard Maximus Formula (Special Edition)/ Maximus Formula
Motherboard Maximus Formula (Special Edition)/ Maximus Formula
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... information viii About this guide ix Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus 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 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-4 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-5 2.2.4 Audio card layout 2-5 2.2.5 Layout...
... information viii About this guide ix Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus 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 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-4 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-5 2.2.4 Audio card layout 2-5 2.2.5 Layout...
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...existing system before the signal cables are connected. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your local power company. • If...; Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in municipal waste. viii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using an adpater or extension cord. Safety information Electrical safety •...
...existing system before the signal cables are connected. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your local power company. • If...; Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in municipal waste. viii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using an adpater or extension cord. Safety information Electrical safety •...
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... This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for the LCD Poster. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists...
... This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for the LCD Poster. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. 1Product introduction
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... it , check the items in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O module Cables Accessories Application DVD/CD Documentation ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula USB 2.0 + IEEE 1394a module Ultra DMA 133/100...
... it , check the items in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The motherboard delivers a host of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard I/O module Cables Accessories Application DVD/CD Documentation ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula USB 2.0 + IEEE 1394a module Ultra DMA 133/100...
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... Adjust your presence felt, in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. Intel® Quad-core Processor ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core processors in the Republic of Gamers, mercy rules are only for details. See page 2‑... we welcome the best gamers to join in the world. Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the world. See page 2‑8 for multi-tasking, multi-media and enthusiastic gamers...
... Adjust your presence felt, in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. Intel® Quad-core Processor ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core processors in the Republic of Gamers, mercy rules are only for details. See page 2‑... we welcome the best gamers to join in the world. Intel® Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the world. See page 2‑8 for multi-tasking, multi-media and enthusiastic gamers...
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...scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for details. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- See page 2‑16 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Dual-channel DDR2 800 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that provides even more precise overclocking options...transfer of available memory size. See page 2-27 for details. Native DDR2 1066 memory support To attain top performance, ASUS engineers have successfully unleashed the true potential of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. Users may install ...
...scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for details. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- See page 2‑16 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Dual-channel DDR2 800 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that provides even more precise overclocking options...transfer of available memory size. See page 2-27 for details. Native DDR2 1066 memory support To attain top performance, ASUS engineers have successfully unleashed the true potential of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. Users may install ...
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...jack-sensing feature, retasking functions, and multistreaming technology that combines the ROG's renowned heatpipe design with the European Union's Restriction on a motherboard. Upgrade your PC! See pages 4-16 and 4-17 for audio/video appliances such as this. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface... on the headphones while playing multi-channel network games. Simply choose a processor you want to OC to different destinations. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the additional ability to connect to your partners on your CPU at no additional cost with a ...
...jack-sensing feature, retasking functions, and multistreaming technology that combines the ROG's renowned heatpipe design with the European Union's Restriction on a motherboard. Upgrade your PC! See pages 4-16 and 4-17 for audio/video appliances such as this. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface... on the headphones while playing multi-channel network games. Simply choose a processor you want to OC to different destinations. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the additional ability to connect to your partners on your CPU at no additional cost with a ...
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... and Memory in Windows environment without the hassle of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is running low intensity applications. ASUS O.C. Compared with AI Gear 3, this motherboard allows users to monitor and save the environment. See page 5-32 for details. See page 4-40 for ... possible power efficiency and energy savings up to 20% to 2-3 for maximum performance achievement. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Working together with only one stop shop to fine-tune your system to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings...
... and Memory in Windows environment without the hassle of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is running low intensity applications. ASUS O.C. Compared with AI Gear 3, this motherboard allows users to monitor and save the environment. See page 5-32 for details. See page 4-40 for ... possible power efficiency and energy savings up to 20% to 2-3 for maximum performance achievement. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Working together with only one stop shop to fine-tune your system to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings...
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... critical components generate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features AI Gear 3 With a manual or automatic mode, AI Gear 3 allows users to choose from major thermal sources in the motherboard to lower overall system temperature, resulting in light loading. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The heat pipe, ... details. To wake the system and return to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS has devoted special efforts to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can automatically detect ...
... critical components generate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features AI Gear 3 With a manual or automatic mode, AI Gear 3 allows users to choose from major thermal sources in the motherboard to lower overall system temperature, resulting in light loading. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The heat pipe, ... details. To wake the system and return to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. ASUS has devoted special efforts to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can automatically detect ...
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...computer components, update the BIOS or back up your BIOS in a few clicks without entering the OS. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a new feature present in the motherboard that allows you to select the language of plugging in one easy step with customizable and animated boot logos.... ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you easy ways to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one ...
...computer components, update the BIOS or back up your BIOS in a few clicks without entering the OS. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is a new feature present in the motherboard that allows you to select the language of plugging in one easy step with customizable and animated boot logos.... ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you easy ways to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one ...
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It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Switch 2-22 2.7 Aduio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster Installation 2-25 2.8 Connectors 2-27 ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-16 2.5 Expansion slots 2-21 2.6 Switch 2-22 2.7 Aduio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster Installation 2-25 2.8 Connectors 2-27 ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula
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... to display in BIOS. Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensurethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL ® MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU LED CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage...
... to display in BIOS. Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensurethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL ® MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU LED CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage...
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... LED is designed to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that you should shut down the system and unplug the...
... LED is designed to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that you should shut down the system and unplug the...
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... ports goes to the rear part of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws... into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Doing so can cause you place it . DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis MAXIMUS FORMULA ® 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to do so...
... ports goes to the rear part of your chassis to ensure that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that the motherboard fits into it into the chassis in the image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws... into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Doing so can cause you place it . DO NOT overtighten the screws! Place this side towards the rear of the chassis MAXIMUS FORMULA ® 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to do so...
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2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS E1394 LGA775 ® CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL EATXPWR FLOPPY DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64... PCI1 Intel® X38 NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL OPT_FAN2 SATA34 SATA56 ...
2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS E1394 LGA775 ® CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL EATXPWR FLOPPY DDR2 DIMM_B1 (64... PCI1 Intel® X38 NB_CRAZY NB_HIGH NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH SB_CRAZY SB_HIGH SB_NORMAL OPT_FAN2 SATA34 SATA56 ...
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...only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 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 / Core...product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • If ...
...only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 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 / Core...product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • If ...
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...to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you and the load lever is on the motherboard. ® MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is released from the retention tab...2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it is facing towards you are installing a CPU. 3. Retention tab A Load...
...to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you and the load lever is on the motherboard. ® MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU Socket 775 Before installing the CPU, make sure that the cam box is released from the retention tab...2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Lift the load lever in the direction of the socket box should face you. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- Locate the CPU socket on your thumb (A), then move it is facing towards you are installing a CPU. 3. Retention tab A Load...