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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 slots 1-25...
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 slots 1-25...
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...10 Updating BIOS 3-47 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-47 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-50 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-51 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-52 iv 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-20 ...2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-20 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-21 2.3.3 OC Key device installation 2-25 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-28 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 Extreme...
...10 Updating BIOS 3-47 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-47 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-50 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-51 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-52 iv 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-20 ...2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-20 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-21 2.3.3 OC Key device installation 2-25 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-28 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 Extreme...
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... • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. 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 ... sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional...
... • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. 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 ... sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional...
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... Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. It includes description of the standard package. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers,... additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID ...
... Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. It includes description of the standard package. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers,... additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID ...
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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. xv
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xvi Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xvi Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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...2nd/3rd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors This motherboard supports Intel 2nd/3rd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors in the LGA1155 package. It utilizes the serial... its complete backward compatibility to support multi-GPU SLI/ CrossFireX graphics cards for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-1 Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers offers you the best of Gamers and...
...2nd/3rd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors This motherboard supports Intel 2nd/3rd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors in the LGA1155 package. It utilizes the serial... its complete backward compatibility to support multi-GPU SLI/ CrossFireX graphics cards for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-1 Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1 1.1.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers offers you the best of Gamers and...
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...your desktop PC and tweak its digital VRM design allows you to achieve ultimate performance with one mSATA port that you to , and the motherboard will do the rest. iROG The iROG is a special IC that allows you with full control of a discrete graphics card with fast computing...-card that fully maximizes ROG's unique functions, providing you to install an extra mSATA SSD and a Wi-Fi module into the motherboard. Extreme Engine Digi+ II The Extreme Engine Digi+ II is equipped with the finest Japan-made 10K Black Metallic capacitors, and its parameters in real-time via a ...
...your desktop PC and tweak its digital VRM design allows you to achieve ultimate performance with one mSATA port that you to , and the motherboard will do the rest. iROG The iROG is a special IC that allows you with full control of a discrete graphics card with fast computing...-card that fully maximizes ROG's unique functions, providing you to install an extra mSATA SSD and a Wi-Fi module into the motherboard. Extreme Engine Digi+ II The Extreme Engine Digi+ II is equipped with the finest Japan-made 10K Black Metallic capacitors, and its parameters in real-time via a ...
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... new UEFI BIOS feature to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-3 Loadline Calibration Maintaining ample voltage support for three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without risk. USB BIOS...
... new UEFI BIOS feature to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-3 Loadline Calibration Maintaining ample voltage support for three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without risk. USB BIOS...
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... and share your system's main components. It gives you the current information and status of reporting your CPU, motherboard, memory, and other main components. Get that allows you to the ROG website. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-5 It converts optical media into virtual discs and emulates devices to backup CD, DVD and Blu-ray discs...
... and share your system's main components. It gives you the current information and status of reporting your CPU, motherboard, memory, and other main components. Get that allows you to the ROG website. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-5 It converts optical media into virtual discs and emulates devices to backup CD, DVD and Blu-ray discs...
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... 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. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or ...a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component,...
... 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. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or ...a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component,...
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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. ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-7
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...resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd/...incompatible with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ ...
...resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd/...incompatible with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ ...
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Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
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...For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to install 4GB or more details, refer to the memory address limitation on the motherboard. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3...marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-11 b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. ...
...For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to install 4GB or more details, refer to the memory address limitation on the motherboard. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3...marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-11 b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. ...
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1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 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
1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 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
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... - PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_3 - x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0 speed rate. •...
... - PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_3 - x8 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0 speed rate. •...
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...# 1 (USB 2.0) - - - - SATA #1 - - shared - Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - Asmedia SATA 6G Storage Controller - - - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-27 shared - - - - - - - I.G.F.X. PCIE_x8_2B - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - - Intel LAN Controller - SATA #0 - - shared - - - IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIE_x16/x8_1 shared - - - - - - - High Definition Audio - - - - - - EHCI# 0 (USB 2.0) - - - - - -
...# 1 (USB 2.0) - - - - SATA #1 - - shared - Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - Asmedia SATA 6G Storage Controller - - - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-27 shared - - - - - - - I.G.F.X. PCIE_x8_2B - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - shared - - - - - - Intel LAN Controller - SATA #0 - - shared - - - IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIE_x16/x8_1 shared - - - - - - - High Definition Audio - - - - - - EHCI# 0 (USB 2.0) - - - - - -
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... the reset button to a power source indicating that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Chapter 1 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction The button also lights up the system. 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to fine...
... the reset button to a power source indicating that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Chapter 1 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction The button also lights up the system. 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to fine...
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GO button Press the GO button before POST to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. Press the BIOS button to enable MemOK! The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. or press it to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. BIOS Switch button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-29 3.
GO button Press the GO button before POST to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. Press the BIOS button to enable MemOK! The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. or press it to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. BIOS Switch button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME 1-29 3.