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... Exposure Statement for Canada x Safety information xi About this guide xiii Maximus IV GENE-Z specifications summary xv 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 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.4 System memory...
... Exposure Statement for Canada x Safety information xi About this guide xiii Maximus IV GENE-Z specifications summary xv 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 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-7 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents 2-3 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.4 System memory...
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... 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 2-36 2.3.2 CPU installation 2-37 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-39 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-41 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-42 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-44 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-45 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-46 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-47 2.3.10 Rear panel connection 2-48...3.5.3 PCH Configuration 3-21 3.5.4 SATA Configuration 3-22 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-24 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-25 3.5.7 APM 3-27 3.5.8 iROG Configuration 3-28 3.5.9 ROG Connect 3-29 iv
... 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 2-36 2.3.2 CPU installation 2-37 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-39 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-41 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-42 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-44 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-45 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-46 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-47 2.3.10 Rear panel connection 2-48...3.5.3 PCH Configuration 3-21 3.5.4 SATA Configuration 3-22 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-24 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-25 3.5.7 APM 3-27 3.5.8 iROG Configuration 3-28 3.5.9 ROG Connect 3-29 iv
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... the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The... may not be included in your power supply is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. xi It could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your motherboard) and is set to the correct voltage in fire.
... the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The... may not be included in your power supply is defined as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. xi It could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your motherboard) and is set to the correct voltage in fire.
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...disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should only be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/ english/REACH.htm. This motherboard should not be used in municipal waste. Please go to the highest standards for you detect any area... where it , carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. DO NOT throw the motherboard in ...
...disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should only be placed in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/ english/REACH.htm. This motherboard should not be used in municipal waste. Please go to the highest standards for you detect any area... where it , carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. DO NOT throw the motherboard in ...
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... dealer. xiii Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to perform when installing ...and software updates. 1. It includes description of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part...
... dealer. xiii Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to perform when installing ...and software updates. 1. It includes description of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part...
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: 1Product introduction
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...the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z motherboard! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z Cables 1 x�R�O�G�C�o�nn�e�ct�...;K�it , check the items in -1 ROG Cable Label Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it 1 x I/O Shield 1 x Cable Ties Pack...
...the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z motherboard! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z Cables 1 x�R�O�G�C�o�nn�e�ct�...;K�it , check the items in -1 ROG Cable Label Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it 1 x I/O Shield 1 x Cable Ties Pack...
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... i7 2nd generation processors are only for 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ i3/Core™ i5/Core™ i7 2nd generation processors in the LGA1155 package, with the... environment. We offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to join in competitions. LGA1155 socket for the weak, and bragging ...
... i7 2nd generation processors are only for 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Core™ i5/ Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ i3/Core™ i5/Core™ i7 2nd generation processors in the LGA1155 package, with the... environment. We offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to join in competitions. LGA1155 socket for the weak, and bragging ...
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...and bandwidth which enhances system performance. When you 'll be assured of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. SLI/CrossFire On-Demand Why choose when you can have both... boosts overall system performance. SLI or CrossFireX? PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Double Bandwidth This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for frequently accessed operations, speeding up to the discrete ...��te��a��n�d��in game visuals. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 1-3 Key benefits are able to enjoy an all-inclusive media platformfor better video ...
...and bandwidth which enhances system performance. When you 'll be assured of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. SLI/CrossFire On-Demand Why choose when you can have both... boosts overall system performance. SLI or CrossFireX? PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Double Bandwidth This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for frequently accessed operations, speeding up to the discrete ...��te��a��n�d��in game visuals. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 1-3 Key benefits are able to enjoy an all-inclusive media platformfor better video ...
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...Maximus IV GENE-Z 1-5 iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking. ProbeIt Get all hands-on with more control and efficiency. It features hardware-accelerated EAX 5.0 and OpenAL for PC enthusiasts and it offers system maintenance and management with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the motherboard...if you 'll know exactly where to ensure high definition adventures in -game audio. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1.3.3 ROG unique features SupremeFX X-Fi 2 built-in -game surround sound!...
...Maximus IV GENE-Z 1-5 iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking. ProbeIt Get all hands-on with more control and efficiency. It features hardware-accelerated EAX 5.0 and OpenAL for PC enthusiasts and it offers system maintenance and management with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the motherboard...if you 'll know exactly where to ensure high definition adventures in -game audio. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1.3.3 ROG unique features SupremeFX X-Fi 2 built-in -game surround sound!...
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... adopts the future standard to computer upgrades. Ever wish that can still listen to , and the motherboard will do the rest! The technology is never as easy as the original version, with ROG's CPU Level Up! GameFirst The speed your CPU at ...
... adopts the future standard to computer upgrades. Ever wish that can still listen to , and the motherboard will do the rest! The technology is never as easy as the original version, with ROG's CPU Level Up! GameFirst The speed your CPU at ...
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... Support 10X Faster Date Rates! It converts optical media into virtual discs and emulates devices to connect easily with USB 2.0 components. ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to 6.0Gb/s data transfer rates. Experience ultra-fast data... transfers at no additional cost with just one touch; Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to achieve world O.C. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine, which is also backward compatible with next...
... Support 10X Faster Date Rates! It converts optical media into virtual discs and emulates devices to connect easily with USB 2.0 components. ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to 6.0Gb/s data transfer rates. Experience ultra-fast data... transfers at no additional cost with just one touch; Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to achieve world O.C. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine, which is also backward compatible with next...
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...electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Profile that allows users to install. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 1-9 SATA on the Go The motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on external devices. With better electric conductivity, it convenient and... load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. Q-Shield Easy and...
...electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). Profile that allows users to install. ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z 1-9 SATA on the Go The motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on external devices. With better electric conductivity, it convenient and... load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. Q-Shield Easy and...
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It Chapter 2: 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 Chapter 2: 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 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-36 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-53 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-54 ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-36 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-53 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-54 ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z
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... the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that came... avoid damaging them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
... the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that came... avoid damaging them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged ...2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors. 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. ...
...a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged ...2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors. 2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/transit-related. ...
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Recommended memory configurations ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
Recommended memory configurations ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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... Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. To operate at the vendor-marked or at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default • The max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported... with the same CAS latency. ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you are available on the market. ...
... Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB or more on the motherboard. To operate at the vendor-marked or at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default • The max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported... with the same CAS latency. ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you are available on the market. ...