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....2 Using the dual function power switch 2-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-6 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen 3-10 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-10 3.2.3 Navigation ...3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-12 3.3.1 CPU Level Up 3-13 3.3.2 Memory Level Up 3-13 3.3.3 Ai Overclock Tuner 3-13 3.3.4 OC From CPU/Memory Level Up 3-13 3.3.5 CPU Ratio Setting 3-14 3.3.6 CPU Configuration 3-14 3.3.7 Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech 3-14 iv
....2 Using the dual function power switch 2-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-6 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-9 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen 3-10 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-10 3.2.3 Navigation ...3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-12 3.3.1 CPU Level Up 3-13 3.3.2 Memory Level Up 3-13 3.3.3 Ai Overclock Tuner 3-13 3.3.4 OC From CPU/Memory Level Up 3-13 3.3.5 CPU Ratio Setting 3-14 3.3.6 CPU Configuration 3-14 3.3.7 Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech 3-14 iv
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.../1333/1066 MHz to frag more, and get fragged less. Now, with ROG's exclusive MemPerfect optimizing your opponents. ROG Maximus III GENE 1-3 GameFirst The speed you to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and ...lifting a finger! ROG Connect links your memory settings for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features ROG Connect Plug and Overclock - Dual-Channel, DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that you can still listen ...
.../1333/1066 MHz to frag more, and get fragged less. Now, with ROG's exclusive MemPerfect optimizing your opponents. ROG Maximus III GENE 1-3 GameFirst The speed you to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest operation system, 3D graphics, multimedia, and ...lifting a finger! ROG Connect links your memory settings for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features ROG Connect Plug and Overclock - Dual-Channel, DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that you can still listen ...
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...ROG's CPU Level Up! This design allows advanced user control and management to , and the motherboard will do the rest for frequency adjustment, over-voltage options, or memory timing settings, they are looking for you. Worry no time. iROG Intelligent multiple control at hand iROG is...expansive CPU? Extreme Tweaker One stop shop to fine-tune your CPU at no additional cost with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the motherboard's measurement points, identifying them clearly in no more, MemOK! Upgrade your system to patch memory issues and get...
...ROG's CPU Level Up! This design allows advanced user control and management to , and the motherboard will do the rest for frequency adjustment, over-voltage options, or memory timing settings, they are looking for you. Worry no time. iROG Intelligent multiple control at hand iROG is...expansive CPU? Extreme Tweaker One stop shop to fine-tune your CPU at no additional cost with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the motherboard's measurement points, identifying them clearly in no more, MemOK! Upgrade your system to patch memory issues and get...
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... SupremeFX X-Fi also provides gamers a special tool to emphasize human voices in a intuitive color-coded fashion. Loadline Calibration Optimal power boost for maximum performance achievement. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and ...gamers to help make dialogues clearer and more freedom and less constraint for extreme CPU overclocking! Maintaining ample voltage support for CPU, PCH, and Memory in games to spot enemies in 3D environment during overclocking. ROG Maximus III GENE 1-5 Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on Voltage Settings...
... SupremeFX X-Fi also provides gamers a special tool to emphasize human voices in a intuitive color-coded fashion. Loadline Calibration Optimal power boost for maximum performance achievement. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and ...gamers to help make dialogues clearer and more freedom and less constraint for extreme CPU overclocking! Maintaining ample voltage support for CPU, PCH, and Memory in games to spot enemies in 3D environment during overclocking. ROG Maximus III GENE 1-5 Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on Voltage Settings...
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... motherboard against static electricity and shields it ideally protects your favorite settings. Onboard Switches No more shorting pins or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclocking, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamers to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without the usual "fingers"- It is renowned for individual users and home offices. ASUS O.C. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS...
... motherboard against static electricity and shields it ideally protects your favorite settings. Onboard Switches No more shorting pins or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclocking, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamers to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without the usual "fingers"- It is renowned for individual users and home offices. ASUS O.C. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS...
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...Maximus III GENE 1-7 function. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using a USB flash disk without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using C.P.R. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system to achieve world O.C. ASUS EPU System Level Energy Saving The new ASUS EPU - record. processor satisfies every level of overclockers...to open the system chassis to overclocking failure, there is required before using an OS-based flash utility. Simply reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for components (which provides total ...
...Maximus III GENE 1-7 function. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using a USB flash disk without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using C.P.R. Auto tuning intelligently pushes the system to achieve world O.C. ASUS EPU System Level Energy Saving The new ASUS EPU - record. processor satisfies every level of overclockers...to open the system chassis to overclocking failure, there is required before using an OS-based flash utility. Simply reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for components (which provides total ...
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... clr CMOS switch will not function if the CLRTC_SW jumper is moved to the Disable position. • Ensure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you clear the CMOS. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to function, pressing down the...the clr CMOS switch on the back I /O. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. If the system hangs due to overclocking of memory timing or chipset voltage and the power button fails to CPU overclocking. With the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature, shut down the system and clear CMOS simultaneously. 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware...
... clr CMOS switch will not function if the CLRTC_SW jumper is moved to the Disable position. • Ensure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you clear the CMOS. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to function, pressing down the...the clr CMOS switch on the back I /O. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. If the system hangs due to overclocking of memory timing or chipset voltage and the power button fails to CPU overclocking. With the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature, shut down the system and clear CMOS simultaneously. 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware...
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See section 3.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for LAN port and audio port definitions. • To use hot-plug, set the J-Micron Controller item in the BIOS settings to overclocking. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 9. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port* 11. 5. Clear CMOS switch 13. 7. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 10. 4. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 12. 6. Optical S/...
See section 3.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for LAN port and audio port definitions. • To use hot-plug, set the J-Micron Controller item in the BIOS settings to overclocking. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 9. 3. LAN (RJ-45) port* 11. 5. Clear CMOS switch 13. 7. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 10. 4. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8 12. 6. Optical S/...
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ROG Maximus III GENE 2-39 Reset switch Press the reset switch to fine-tune performance when working on switch to enhance system performance. 1. 2.8.4 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to reboot the system. Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to wake/power up the system. 2.
ROG Maximus III GENE 2-39 Reset switch Press the reset switch to fine-tune performance when working on switch to enhance system performance. 1. 2.8.4 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to reboot the system. Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to wake/power up the system. 2.
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...to select items in the menu and change the settings. Sub-menu items Navigation keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For... changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the system...
...to select items in the menu and change the settings. Sub-menu items Navigation keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For... changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the system...
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...settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to the extreme. The default values of freedom to malfunction. 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you install on the motherboard... CPU Frequency: 2926MHZ Target DRAM Frequency: 1066MHZ CPU Level Up [Auto] Memory Level Up [Auto Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] CPU Configuration *Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled] *Intel(R) Turbo Mode Tech [Enabled] QPI... Spectrum Control CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto ASUS O.C.
...settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to the extreme. The default values of freedom to malfunction. 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you install on the motherboard... CPU Frequency: 2926MHZ Target DRAM Frequency: 1066MHZ CPU Level Up [Auto] Memory Level Up [Auto Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] CPU Configuration *Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) Tech [Enabled] *Intel(R) Turbo Mode Tech [Enabled] QPI... Spectrum Control CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto ASUS O.C.
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...] [Lynnfield-3.08G] [Lynnfield-3.20G] [Lynnfield-3.52G] The configuration options vary depending on the CPU model you install on the motherboard. 3.3.2 Memory Level Up [Auto] Allows you to select a memory level, and the related parameters will be automatically adjusted according...Profile [profile #1] This item appears only when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Select either a CPU level or a memory level at one of CPU overclocking options to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. ROG Maximus III GENE 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-1600MHz] [...
...] [Lynnfield-3.08G] [Lynnfield-3.20G] [Lynnfield-3.52G] The configuration options vary depending on the CPU model you install on the motherboard. 3.3.2 Memory Level Up [Auto] Allows you to select a memory level, and the related parameters will be automatically adjusted according...Profile [profile #1] This item appears only when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Select either a CPU level or a memory level at one of CPU overclocking options to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. ROG Maximus III GENE 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-1600MHz] [...
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... 100 to [Disabled], the CPU runs at its default speed. PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the PCIE frequency. DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [4270MHz] [4800MHz] 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Use the and keys to...
... 100 to [Disabled], the CPU runs at its default speed. PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the PCIE frequency. DRAM Frequency [Auto] Allows you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [4270MHz] [4800MHz] 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Use the and keys to...
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... Latency on CHA/B [Auto] [Auto] [Advance 15 Clock]-[Advance 1 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock] [Delay 15 Clock] 3rd Information: 6-6-14-9-9-9-7-6-4-7-7-4 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items: DRAM WRITE to READ Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [8 DRAM Clock] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay(DR... Clock] DRAM WRITE to WRITE Delay(SR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] [6 DRAM Clock] 3.3.11 CPU Clock Amplitude [Auto] Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability.
... Latency on CHA/B [Auto] [Auto] [Advance 15 Clock]-[Advance 1 Clock] [Normal] [Delay 1 Clock] [Delay 15 Clock] 3rd Information: 6-6-14-9-9-9-7-6-4-7-7-4 The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items: DRAM WRITE to READ Delay(DD) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] - [8 DRAM Clock] DRAM WRITE to READ Delay(DR... Clock] DRAM WRITE to WRITE Delay(SR) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] [6 DRAM Clock] 3.3.11 CPU Clock Amplitude [Auto] Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability.
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... 3.3.19 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. You may need to set the CPU Voltage Mode. Follows Intel specifications. Disables this item may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [...setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. The values range from 0.85V to adjust the value. 3.3.12 PCH Clock Amplitude [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] 3.3.13 CPU Clock Skew [Auto] Adjusting this item may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability. ROG Maximus III GENE...
... 3.3.19 CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VCore voltage. You may need to set the CPU Voltage Mode. Follows Intel specifications. Disables this item may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [...setting, type [auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. The values range from 0.85V to adjust the value. 3.3.12 PCH Clock Amplitude [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] 3.3.13 CPU Clock Skew [Auto] Adjusting this item may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability. ROG Maximus III GENE...
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...a 0.01325V interval. 3.3.22 PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to +200mV with a 0.01325V interval. 3.3.23 DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. Refer to the table below for details. • The system may make the system unstable. • If the Extreme OV item ...and Offset voltage are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The values range from -157.5mV to set the CPU PLL voltage. The values range from 1.60325V to 2.50425V with a 0.01325V...
...a 0.01325V interval. 3.3.22 PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to +200mV with a 0.01325V interval. 3.3.23 DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. Refer to the table below for details. • The system may make the system unstable. • If the Extreme OV item ...and Offset voltage are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The values range from -157.5mV to set the CPU PLL voltage. The values range from 1.60325V to 2.50425V with a 0.01325V...
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... DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from -157.5mV to section 3.8.1 ASUS O.C. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. 3.3.26 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] [Enabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. ROG Maximus III GENE 3-19 Automatic configuration Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 3.3.27 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] [Enabled] Enhances...
... DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from -157.5mV to section 3.8.1 ASUS O.C. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. 3.3.26 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] [Enabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. ROG Maximus III GENE 3-19 Automatic configuration Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 3.3.27 PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Disabled] [Auto] [Enabled] Enhances...
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... EVO introduces TurboV and Turbo Key-two powerful tools that came with the motherboard package. Use the Save Profile function to overclock your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. ASUS TurboV Simple Manual Mode Move the sliders to adjust individual component voltage and click Apply to restore all start-up...
... EVO introduces TurboV and Turbo Key-two powerful tools that came with the motherboard package. Use the Save Profile function to overclock your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. ASUS TurboV Simple Manual Mode Move the sliders to adjust individual component voltage and click Apply to restore all start-up...
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ASUS TurboV Complete Manual Mode Click More setting to show advanced manual mode items. Advanced CPU, chipset and DRAM voltage settings Click to show / hide more settings ASUS TurboV Easy Mode Click the Easy Mode tab to hide most adjustable items. Simply adjust BCLK Frequency and let TurboV EVO adjust CPU Voltage, IMC Voltage and DRAM Bus Voltage for entry-level users who are not familiar with advanced overclocking settings. ROG Maximus III GENE 4-23 This is useful for you.
ASUS TurboV Complete Manual Mode Click More setting to show advanced manual mode items. Advanced CPU, chipset and DRAM voltage settings Click to show / hide more settings ASUS TurboV Easy Mode Click the Easy Mode tab to hide most adjustable items. Simply adjust BCLK Frequency and let TurboV EVO adjust CPU Voltage, IMC Voltage and DRAM Bus Voltage for entry-level users who are not familiar with advanced overclocking settings. ROG Maximus III GENE 4-23 This is useful for you.
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...Follow the instructions below to continue system tuning for TurboV EVO to let TurboV EVO detect and overclock your system settings. You can click Stop to save the current overclocking setting, or wait for higher system performance. • The auto-tuned system performance varies on ...the installed device (ex., CPU and DRAM). • The auto-tuning function overclocks your system. 1. ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode The Auto Tuning Mode allows smart auto-overclocking....
...Follow the instructions below to continue system tuning for TurboV EVO to let TurboV EVO detect and overclock your system settings. You can click Stop to save the current overclocking setting, or wait for higher system performance. • The auto-tuned system performance varies on ...the installed device (ex., CPU and DRAM). • The auto-tuning function overclocks your system. 1. ASUS TurboV Auto Tuning Mode The Auto Tuning Mode allows smart auto-overclocking....