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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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... Accessories Application DVD/CD Documentation ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus 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 (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another...
... Accessories Application DVD/CD Documentation ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus 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 (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another...
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... overclocking both the CPU and memory- See page 2‑16 for details. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- ASUS Super Memspeed Technology To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of FSB 1333, providing great performance for... applications. Dual-channel DDR2 800 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that provides even more precise overclocking options to LAN without any added arbitration or latency. Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels...
... overclocking both the CPU and memory- See page 2‑16 for details. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- ASUS Super Memspeed Technology To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of FSB 1333, providing great performance for... applications. Dual-channel DDR2 800 memory support The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that provides even more precise overclocking options to LAN without any added arbitration or latency. Furthermore, this motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels...
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...intensity applications. See page 4-16 for maximum performance achievement. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Voltiminder LED In the persuit of overheating. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in the CMOS ...phase solutions, this motherboard ensures longer power component lifespans and higher overclockability due to cooler temperatures and better efficiency. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The Voltiminder LED allows quick voltage monitoring for details. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative ...
...intensity applications. See page 4-16 for maximum performance achievement. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Voltiminder LED In the persuit of overheating. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in the CMOS ...phase solutions, this motherboard ensures longer power component lifespans and higher overclockability due to cooler temperatures and better efficiency. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The Voltiminder LED allows quick voltage monitoring for details. ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative ...
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... Power Saving Mode," and "Max Power Saving Mode." The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features AI Gear 3 With a manual or automatic mode, ...motherboard to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can automatically detect current CPU loading, dynamically overclocking the CPU speed in quieter operation and longer system life. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- ASUS has devoted special...
... Power Saving Mode," and "Max Power Saving Mode." The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features AI Gear 3 With a manual or automatic mode, ...motherboard to address the thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can automatically detect current CPU loading, dynamically overclocking the CPU speed in quieter operation and longer system life. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- ASUS has devoted special...
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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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... them. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord 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 Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 1.50000~1.60000 High (yellow) 1.50625~1.69375 1.62000~1.80000 Crazy (red) 1.70000~ 1.82000~ ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- CPU LED The CPU LED has...
... them. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord 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 Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 1.50000~1.60000 High (yellow) 1.50625~1.69375 1.62000~1.80000 Crazy (red) 1.70000~ 1.82000~ ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- CPU LED The CPU LED has...
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... system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft‑off mode. MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA Power on switch. The LED does not light up to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. MAXIMUS FORMULA HD_LED MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA Hard Disk LED 5. It blinks when data is designed to indicate the hard disk...
... system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in soft‑off mode. MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA Power on switch. The LED does not light up to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. MAXIMUS FORMULA HD_LED MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA Hard Disk LED 5. It blinks when data is designed to indicate the hard disk...
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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... 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... and internal connectors. 2.2.4 Audio card layout SUPREMEFX II Listen with Absolute HD ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-
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... 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... and internal connectors. 2.2.4 Audio card layout SUPREMEFX II Listen with Absolute HD ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-
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... cap unless you and the load lever is on your thumb (A), then move it to a 135º angle. Locate the CPU socket 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. Press the load lever with your...
... cap unless you and the load lever is on your thumb (A), then move it to a 135º angle. Locate the CPU socket 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. Press the load lever with your...
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... Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the installed CPU, making sure ...the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-11 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. •...
... Intel® processor, the package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. Narrow end of the groove Motherboard hole Fastener Make sure to orient each fastener with the narrow end of the installed CPU, making sure ...the groove pointing outward. (The photo shows the groove shaded for emphasis.) ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-11 2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. •...
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CPU_FAN ® GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to plug this connector. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! A A A B B B A 3. Push down two fasteners at a time in B place. Connect the CPU fan cable to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
CPU_FAN ® GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA CPU fan connector DO NOT forget to plug this connector. 2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to connect the CPU fan connector! A A A B B B A 3. Push down two fasteners at a time in B place. Connect the CPU fan cable to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a diagonal sequence to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
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Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-13 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from B the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. A A B A B B A 4.
Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard. 2. ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-13 Disconnect the CPU fan cable from B the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. 2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. A A B A B B A 4.
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... CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN3, and PWR_FAN connectors on the motherboard. • Make sure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to any of the heatsink. 3. connect the fan cable. • Plug the optional fan cables to the fan and motherboard components. Carefully push down the fan until 4. ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-15 Optional fan on the...
... CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN3, and PWR_FAN connectors on the motherboard. • Make sure the optional fan is installed correctly to prevent damage to any of the heatsink. 3. connect the fan cable. • Plug the optional fan cables to the fan and motherboard components. Carefully push down the fan until 4. ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-15 Optional fan on the...
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...174; DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 • This chipset officially supports DDR2-800 MHz. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data...module, make sure that you set the DRAM Frequency item in BIOS to DDR2-1066 MHz. With the ASUS Super Memspeed Technology, this motherboard natively supports up to [DDR2-1066MHz]. See the table below. See section 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu for details...
...174; DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA 240-pin DDR2 DIMM sockets Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 • This chipset officially supports DDR2-800 MHz. 2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data...module, make sure that you set the DRAM Frequency item in BIOS to DDR2-1066 MHz. With the ASUS Super Memspeed Technology, this motherboard natively supports up to [DDR2-1066MHz]. See the table below. See section 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu for details...
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... in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of 128 Mb chips. If this motherboard can only support up of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. This limitation appears on ...ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-17 Populated - Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - - - You may install a maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition • Some old-version DDR2-800 DIMMs may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended. • This motherboard...
... in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of 128 Mb chips. If this motherboard can only support up of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. This limitation appears on ...ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-17 Populated - Populated Populated Populated DIMM_B2 - - - You may install a maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot. 64-bit Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition Windows® Vista x64 Edition • Some old-version DDR2-800 DIMMs may only recognize less than 3GB is recommended. • This motherboard...
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...-25C SS NT5TU64M8BE-25C DS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 SS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 DS E2508AB-GE-E SS N2TU51280BE-25C DS Part No. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800/667MHz QVL. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information KVR800D2N5/512 KHX6400D2LL/1G KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN ...8226; C*: Supports 4 modules inserted into both the blue and white slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability Size 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB ...
...-25C SS NT5TU64M8BE-25C DS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 SS A3R12E3HEF641B9A05 DS E2508AB-GE-E SS N2TU51280BE-25C DS Part No. Visit the ASUS website for the latest DDR2-800/667MHz QVL. 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information KVR800D2N5/512 KHX6400D2LL/1G KHX6400D2LLK2/1GN ...8226; C*: Supports 4 modules inserted into both the blue and white slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR2-800 MHz capability Size 512MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 1024MB 2048MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB 1024MB 512MB ...
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... making the system unstable and the card inoperable. See Chapter 4 for the card. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-21 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you intend to the tables on the slot. 5. Make sure to install ...cards. Failure to the table on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Refer to use . 4. Remove the bracket opposite the ...
... making the system unstable and the card inoperable. See Chapter 4 for the card. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-21 2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may cause you intend to the tables on the slot. 5. Make sure to install ...cards. Failure to the table on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Refer to use . 4. Remove the bracket opposite the ...
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... from the same GPU family that support CrossFire™ mode. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/3 for the location of the slots. • Install the audio card prior to a PCIe x16 slot. 2.5.6 PCI ... x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other compatible cards to the black PCIe x1 slot. • Install a PCIe x1 device to a PCIe x1 slot prior to other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-23 Refer to...
... from the same GPU family that support CrossFire™ mode. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/3 for the location of the slots. • Install the audio card prior to a PCIe x16 slot. 2.5.6 PCI ... x1 slots This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other compatible cards to the black PCIe x1 slot. • Install a PCIe x1 device to a PCIe x1 slot prior to other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. ASUS Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-23 Refer to...