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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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...staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product ...circuit. • Make sure that the power cables for disposal of electronic products. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that the product (electrical and electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in any damage,...
...staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product ...circuit. • Make sure that the power cables for disposal of electronic products. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that the product (electrical and electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in any damage,...
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...of the standard package. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter ... 1. ix How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. 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 support DVD...
...of the standard package. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter ... 1. ix How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. 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 support DVD...
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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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... Fusion Block System Accessory (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD The hottest game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Before you for Special Edition only...
... Fusion Block System Accessory (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD The hottest game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Before you for Special Edition only...
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...time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Intel® Quad-core Processor ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core processors in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. Intel...174; Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. 1.3 Special...
...time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Intel® Quad-core Processor ready This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core processors in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. Intel...174; Core™2 Duo/ Intel® Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processor in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. 1.3 Special...
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... arbitration or latency. See page 2‑16 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the ... Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the same time. While in DDR2 1066 mode, ASUS's exclusive technology offers a choice of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications....
... arbitration or latency. See page 2‑16 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the ... Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- Users may install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel and single-channel functions at the same time. While in DDR2 1066 mode, ASUS's exclusive technology offers a choice of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications....
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... pages 2-28 and 2-32 for Special Edition only) The Fusion Block System is in line with a single connection. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with ROG's CPU Level Up! You can enjoy exceptional thermal improvement to your partners on your CPU at no ... Level Up Ever wish that you could have a more efficient thermal solution compared to competing followers with the additional ability to connect to , and the motherboard will do the rest for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Simply choose a processor you . See pages 4-16 and 4-17 for you want to OC to...
... pages 2-28 and 2-32 for Special Edition only) The Fusion Block System is in line with a single connection. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with ROG's CPU Level Up! You can enjoy exceptional thermal improvement to your partners on your CPU at no ... Level Up Ever wish that you could have a more efficient thermal solution compared to competing followers with the additional ability to connect to , and the motherboard will do the rest for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction Simply choose a processor you . See pages 4-16 and 4-17 for you want to OC to...
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...freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be used to monitor and save the environment. See page 5-29 for overclockers. Compared with AI Gear 3, this motherboard allows users to reach higher memory frequencies and ...ASUS AI Booster allows you attain the best possible power efficiency and energy savings up to 20% to help you to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 4-40 for maximum performance achievement. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula...
...freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be used to monitor and save the environment. See page 5-29 for overclockers. Compared with AI Gear 3, this motherboard allows users to reach higher memory frequencies and ...ASUS AI Booster allows you attain the best possible power efficiency and energy savings up to 20% to help you to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 4-40 for maximum performance achievement. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula...
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...time changes in light loading. See pages 4-32 and 5-31 for details. 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, AI Gear 3 allows... See page 5-30 for details. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- To wake the system and return...
...time changes in light loading. See pages 4-32 and 5-31 for details. 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, AI Gear 3 allows... See page 5-30 for details. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- To wake the system and return...
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... allows you easy ways to select the language of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your choice from a USB flash...Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for the entire system. See page 4-7 for details. ASUS MyLogo 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 is a new feature present in the motherboard that allows you to your BIOS in one complete module. The localized BIOS menus allow easier and faster configuration. See pages...
... allows you easy ways to select the language of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your choice from a USB flash...Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for the entire system. See page 4-7 for details. ASUS MyLogo 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 is a new feature present in the motherboard that allows you to your BIOS in one complete module. The localized BIOS menus allow easier and faster configuration. See pages...
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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. It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 2 Hardware information
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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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... about voltage adjustment, refer to display in BIOS. you can select the voltage to 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu. 1. Refer to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 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...
... about voltage adjustment, refer to display in BIOS. you can select the voltage to 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu. 1. Refer to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 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...
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... function. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- The LED does not light up to indicate the hard disk activity. MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA Power on switch. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up when there is a reminder that the...
... function. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- The LED does not light up to indicate the hard disk activity. MAXIMUS FORMULA MAXIMUS FORMULA(Special Edition)/ MAXIMUS FORMULA Power on switch. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up when there is a reminder that the...
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... you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis MAXIMUS FORMULA ® 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information...
... you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, make sure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis MAXIMUS FORMULA ® 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information...
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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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...the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization ...(RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the...
...the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization ...(RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the...
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.... To prevent damage 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. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap...
.... To prevent damage 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. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2- 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Retention tab A Load lever PnP cap...