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Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS special features 1-4 1.1.4 ROG-rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.2.4 System memory 1-10 1.2.5 Expansion...
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS special features 1-4 1.1.4 ROG-rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.2.4 System memory 1-10 1.2.5 Expansion...
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...x8/x8) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x4 slot [black] 1 x mini-PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot*** on the next page) MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Thunderbolt VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / ...Supports 22/32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2800 (O.C.) / 2666(O.C.) / 2600(O.C.) / 2400 (O.C.) / 2200...
...x8/x8) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x4 slot [black] 1 x mini-PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot*** on the next page) MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Thunderbolt VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / ...Supports 22/32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2800 (O.C.) / 2666(O.C.) / 2600(O.C.) / 2400 (O.C.) / 2200...
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MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Bluetooth Audio USB Intel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports [red] - 3 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ...
MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Bluetooth Audio USB Intel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports [red] - 3 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ...
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...MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Back I /O and PCIe slots) 1 x LN2 Mode header 1 x Slow mode switch 1 x START (Power-on) button 1 x RESET button 1 x GO button 1 x S/PDIF OUT header 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS... sensor connectors 1 x 6-pin EZ Plug connector [black] (for PCIe slots) 1 x 4-pin EZ Plug connector [white] (for back I /O Ports Internal Connectors ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Slot -
...MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Special Features Back I /O and PCIe slots) 1 x LN2 Mode header 1 x Slow mode switch 1 x START (Power-on) button 1 x RESET button 1 x GO button 1 x S/PDIF OUT header 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS... sensor connectors 1 x 6-pin EZ Plug connector [black] (for PCIe slots) 1 x 4-pin EZ Plug connector [white] (for back I /O Ports Internal Connectors ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Slot -
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xiv MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Internal Connectors Manageability BIOS Features Software Form Factor 1 x mPCIe Combo™ header 15 x Probelt measurement points 7 x Probelt cable connectors 1 x 24-pin EATX power ... AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-language BIOS Drivers Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ROG CPU-Z Mem TweakIt ASUS AI Suite II ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities Extended ATX Form Factor, 12" x 10.7" (30.5cm x 27.2cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xiv MAXIMUS V EXTREME specifications summary Internal Connectors Manageability BIOS Features Software Form Factor 1 x mPCIe Combo™ header 15 x Probelt measurement points 7 x Probelt cable connectors 1 x 24-pin EATX power ... AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-language BIOS Drivers Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ROG CPU-Z Mem TweakIt ASUS AI Suite II ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities Extended ATX Form Factor, 12" x 10.7" (30.5cm x 27.2cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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xv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1 x ROG Connect cable 3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 RF cables 1 x 4-WAY SLI bridge 1 x 3-WAY SLI bridge 1 x ... / Bluetooth module 2 x dual band Wi-Fi Ring Moving Antenna 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and eSATA module 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
xv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1 x ROG Connect cable 3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x 2-in-1 RF cables 1 x 4-WAY SLI bridge 1 x 3-WAY SLI bridge 1 x ... / Bluetooth module 2 x dual band Wi-Fi Ring Moving Antenna 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and eSATA module 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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...-channel DDR3 memory slots, and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. It utilizes the serial point-topoint links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-1 Intel® Z77 Express Chipset Intel® Z77 Express Chipset is the PCI Express bus standard that supports the 1155 socket Intel® 2nd/3rd...
...-channel DDR3 memory slots, and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots. It utilizes the serial point-topoint links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-1 Intel® Z77 Express Chipset Intel® Z77 Express Chipset is the PCI Express bus standard that supports the 1155 socket Intel® 2nd/3rd...
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... for the tweaked overclocking setting, and one stop shop to fine-tune your ultimate convenience. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-3 USB BIOS FlashBack USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your system to optimal performance. Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is the one saved BIOS from the previous version. The motherboard features ROG BIOS Print...
... for the tweaked overclocking setting, and one stop shop to fine-tune your ultimate convenience. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-3 USB BIOS FlashBack USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your system to optimal performance. Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is the one saved BIOS from the previous version. The motherboard features ROG BIOS Print...
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... your DRAM in real time and allows you to gather information about your DRAM configuration scores to backup CD, DVD and Blu-ray discs. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-5 DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to the ROG website. ROG CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z, authorized by Intel's CPU Identification (CPUID), is...
... your DRAM in real time and allows you to gather information about your DRAM configuration scores to backup CD, DVD and Blu-ray discs. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-5 DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to the ROG website. ROG CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z, authorized by Intel's CPU Identification (CPUID), is...
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ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-7 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-7 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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... is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting... not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • ...
... is on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting... not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • ...
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... menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-11 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Memory module ...
... menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you are using a 32-bit Windows OS. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-11 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Memory module ...
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... Brand A-DATA AX3U1866GC2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS - G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 Voltage 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 124 • • • Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-15 CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL Kingston Patriot Patriot Patriot Team CMT32GX3M4X1866C9 (Ver3.23)(XMP) CMZ16GX3M4X1866C9R (Ver8.16)(XMP) CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10...
... Brand A-DATA AX3U1866GC2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS - G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 Voltage 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 124 • • • Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-15 CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL Kingston Patriot Patriot Patriot Team CMT32GX3M4X1866C9 (Ver3.23)(XMP) CMZ16GX3M4X1866C9R (Ver8.16)(XMP) CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10...
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...;• 1.65 • •• 1.65 • • 1.65 • •• 1.65 • •• 1.65 • •• 1.65 • •• Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-17 Elixir N2CB2G 80G N-DG Elixir N2CB2G 80G N-DG - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DDR3 1600 MHZ Capability Vendors Crucial EK Memory EK Memory Elixir Elixir G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL...
...;• 1.65 • •• 1.65 • • 1.65 • •• 1.65 • •• 1.65 • •• 1.65 • •• Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-17 Elixir N2CB2G 80G N-DG Elixir N2CB2G 80G N-DG - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DDR3 1600 MHZ Capability Vendors Crucial EK Memory EK Memory Elixir Elixir G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL...
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...; - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-19 Timing DS Brand 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT 7-7-7-24 -16 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT 8-8-8-24 -16 4GB DS Hynix H5TC2G83 9-9-9-24 BFRH9A 8GB DS Transcend...
...; - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • - • • • Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-19 Timing DS Brand 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT 7-7-7-24 -16 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT 8-8-8-24 -16 4GB DS Hynix H5TC2G83 9-9-9-24 BFRH9A 8GB DS Transcend...
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Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 5 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2A slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_2B slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_3 slot PCIe 2.0/1.1 x4_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_4 slot ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-25 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 5 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2A slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_2B slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_3 slot PCIe 2.0/1.1 x4_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_4 slot ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-25 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... - - - - SATA #0 - - High Definition Audio - - - - - - SATA #1 - - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - EHCI# 0 (USB 2.0) - - - - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) shared - - - - - - - PCIE_x4_1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared EHCI# 1 (USB 2.0) - - - - shared - Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller shared - - - - - - - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-27
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3. BIOS Switch button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. Press the BIOS button to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. or press it to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-29
3. BIOS Switch button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. Press the BIOS button to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. or press it to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-29
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It allows the processor to quickly enable/disable the OC Key feature without using the ROG Connect On/Off button on the rear I/O port. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-31 ROG Connect Switch header (2-pin ROG_CON_SW) The ROG Connect Switch header allows connection of a 2-pin cable switch (purchased separately) for users to run at an extremely low temperature and helps the system boot fast. 2. LN2 Mode Jumper (3-pin LN2) When enabled, the LN2 Mode jumper allows your system to eliminate the cold bugs in the processor during POST. 1.2.7 Jumpers 1.
It allows the processor to quickly enable/disable the OC Key feature without using the ROG Connect On/Off button on the rear I/O port. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-31 ROG Connect Switch header (2-pin ROG_CON_SW) The ROG Connect Switch header allows connection of a 2-pin cable switch (purchased separately) for users to run at an extremely low temperature and helps the system boot fast. 2. LN2 Mode Jumper (3-pin LN2) When enabled, the LN2 Mode jumper allows your system to eliminate the cold bugs in the processor during POST. 1.2.7 Jumpers 1.
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... LED will continue lighting until the problem is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in sequence during motherboard booting process. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-33
... LED will continue lighting until the problem is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in sequence during motherboard booting process. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-33