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... product. If however you encounter any problems in writing by sending a request to infringe. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ASUSTeK is authorized in obtaining the full ...to have it , may not be much obliged if you to duly provide complete source code as the corresponding binary/object code. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS ...
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3.11 Updating BIOS 3-52 3.11.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-53 3.11.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-54 3.11.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-55 3.12 Secure Erase 3-58 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-3 4.3 Software information 4-4 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-4 4.4.1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 4-7 4.4.2 Wi-Fi GO 4-14 4.4.3 Wi-Fi Engine...
3.11 Updating BIOS 3-52 3.11.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-53 3.11.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-54 3.11.3 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-55 3.12 Secure Erase 3-58 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-3 4.3 Software information 4-4 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-4 4.4.1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 4-7 4.4.2 Wi-Fi GO 4-14 4.4.3 Wi-Fi Engine...
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... short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. •... is broken, do not try to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing ...
... short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. •... is broken, do not try to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing ...
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... a task. . DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. Used to complete a task. ix Keys enclosed in this manual. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you complete a task.
... a task. . DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to emphasize a word or a phrase. Used to complete a task. ix Keys enclosed in this manual. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you complete a task.
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... Factor 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x mPCIe Combo II connector 1 x Directkey button 1 x DRCT (DirectKey) header 1 x FastBoot switch 1 x User's manual 1 x I/O Shield OC Panel Kit - 1 x OC Panel - 1 x OC Panel 5.25-inch drive bay metal case - 1 x OC Panel cable - Set of screws (1 x 2 pcs)... 4-Way SLI® bridge 1 x 3-Way SLI® bridge 1 x SLI® cable 1 x CrossFire™ cable 1 x ROG Connect cable 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit 1 x 12-in-1 ROG Cable Label 1 x ROG Magnet WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE 64 Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0,...
... Factor 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x mPCIe Combo II connector 1 x Directkey button 1 x DRCT (DirectKey) header 1 x FastBoot switch 1 x User's manual 1 x I/O Shield OC Panel Kit - 1 x OC Panel - 1 x OC Panel 5.25-inch drive bay metal case - 1 x OC Panel cable - Set of screws (1 x 2 pcs)... 4-Way SLI® bridge 1 x 3-Way SLI® bridge 1 x SLI® cable 1 x CrossFire™ cable 1 x ROG Connect cable 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit 1 x 12-in-1 ROG Cable Label 1 x ROG Magnet WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE 64 Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0,...
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...8226; Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-11 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • ... you install 4GB or more memory on its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following: a) Use a maximum...
...8226; Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-11 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • ... you install 4GB or more memory on its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following: a) Use a maximum...
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... reboots when each timing set of failsafe settings. switch to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-23 Chapter 1 switch lights continuously. function. • The MemOK! switch does not function...settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. If the installed DIMMs still fail to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A message will appear during the...
... reboots when each timing set of failsafe settings. switch to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-23 Chapter 1 switch lights continuously. function. • The MemOK! switch does not function...settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. If the installed DIMMs still fail to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A message will appear during the...
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... or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z87 chipset. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-37...
... or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z87 chipset. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-37...
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...the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as your operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-1 You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with UEFI architecture, offering a user... recommend that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as...
...the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the same smoothness as your operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-1 You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with UEFI architecture, offering a user... recommend that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as...
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...settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you to set to [Auto], the following item appears: Min CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [...set the profiles supported by your memory modules for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the uncore ratio ...
...settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you to set to [Auto], the following item appears: Min CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [...set the profiles supported by your memory modules for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ User-defined memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the uncore ratio ...
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... possible minimum value. Min CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to its possible minimum value. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] Max CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to [Auto...Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit. [Auto] Select to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting. [Manual] Select to manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows ...
... possible minimum value. Min CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to its possible minimum value. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] Max CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to [Auto...Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit. [Auto] Select to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting. [Manual] Select to manually assign a 1-Core Ratio Limit value that is higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Allows ...
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...Auto] The DRAM speed is set to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. Maximus Tweak [Auto] [Auto] Automatically selects the mode. [Mode 1] Memory compatibility. [Mode 2] Overclocking and performance. OC Tuner [Auto] OC Tuner automatically...PLL voltage for K-SKU CPUs to set the memory operating frequency. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to get the extreme overclocking capability. The frequency may vary depending on the system loading. [Manual] Key in this menu allow you to adjust the optimal iGPU frequency.
...Auto] The DRAM speed is set to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. Maximus Tweak [Auto] [Auto] Automatically selects the mode. [Mode 1] Memory compatibility. [Mode 2] Overclocking and performance. OC Tuner [Auto] OC Tuner automatically...PLL voltage for K-SKU CPUs to set the memory operating frequency. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to get the extreme overclocking capability. The frequency may vary depending on the system loading. [Manual] Key in this menu allow you to adjust the optimal iGPU frequency.
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...CPU Fixed Frequency [XXX] This item allows you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to activate or manually set a fixed CPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Active VGD] The following item appears only when you to [Auto]. CPU Voltage Frequency ...The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [5V] [5.5V] [6.5V] [7V] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-15 The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to [Manual]. The thermal conditions must be monitored. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only...
...CPU Fixed Frequency [XXX] This item allows you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to activate or manually set a fixed CPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Active VGD] The following item appears only when you to [Auto]. CPU Voltage Frequency ...The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [5V] [5.5V] [6.5V] [7V] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-15 The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to [Manual]. The thermal conditions must be monitored. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following item appears only...
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... [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for overclocking. Manual Adjustment [Fast] Allows you to [Manual Adjustment]. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption...CPU. [Standard] Set the phase control based on the CPU command. [Optimized] Set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Set the full phase mode [Manual Adjustment] Set manually to a faster phase response to increase system performance or to slower phase response to...
... [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for overclocking. Manual Adjustment [Fast] Allows you to [Manual Adjustment]. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption...CPU. [Standard] Set the phase control based on the CPU command. [Optimized] Set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Set the full phase mode [Manual Adjustment] Set manually to a faster phase response to increase system performance or to slower phase response to...
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... phase control of the DRAM. [Auto] Allows you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you set set a fixed DRAM frequency. CPU Power Thermal Control [130] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU... value. CPU Input Boot Voltage [Auto] VCCIN for a better system stability. The values range from 130 to [Manual]. Use the and keys to 500kHz with a 10kHz interval. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a...
... phase control of the DRAM. [Auto] Allows you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you set set a fixed DRAM frequency. CPU Power Thermal Control [130] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU... value. CPU Input Boot Voltage [Auto] VCCIN for a better system stability. The values range from 130 to [Manual]. Use the and keys to 500kHz with a 10kHz interval. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a...
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...LEVEL -4] - [LEVEL 4] Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to improve the power saving on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it enters manual override mode. A high value provides a better power saving condition. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [1.50] CPU Internal Power Saving Control ...load transients to eliminate current imbalance, resulting from : Level 1 0 - 80A Level 2 0 - 50A Level 3 0 - 30A Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-21 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Idle Power-out Response [Auto] Allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated...
...LEVEL -4] - [LEVEL 4] Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to improve the power saving on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it enters manual override mode. A high value provides a better power saving condition. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [1.50] CPU Internal Power Saving Control ...load transients to eliminate current imbalance, resulting from : Level 1 0 - 80A Level 2 0 - 50A Level 3 0 - 30A Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-21 Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Idle Power-out Response [Auto] Allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated...
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...on the CPU temperature. [Silent] Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to set the CPU Q-Fan Control to 100%. Duty Cycle(%) [40] Use the and keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. When...the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle. The values range from 40% to [Manual]. CPU Fan Max. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-41 CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. CPU Fan Speed...
...on the CPU temperature. [Silent] Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Set to set the CPU Q-Fan Control to 100%. Duty Cycle(%) [40] Use the and keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. When...the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle. The values range from 40% to [Manual]. CPU Fan Max. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-41 CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. CPU Fan Speed...
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... to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to set the optional fans' warning speeds. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 ... speed control parameters. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Duty Mode] [Profile Mode] [User Mode] The following four items appear only when you to [Manual]. The values range from 60% to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. Chassis Q-Fan Control 1-3 [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis ...
... to [Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to set the optional fans' warning speeds. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 ... speed control parameters. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Duty Mode] [Profile Mode] [User Mode] The following four items appear only when you to [Manual]. The values range from 60% to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. Chassis Q-Fan Control 1-3 [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis ...
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Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. However, BIOS updating is no problem using a USB flash drive. 3. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. If there is ...BIOS versions to boot. For details, refer to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the current version of this motherboard. The following utilities allow ...
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. However, BIOS updating is no problem using a USB flash drive. 3. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. If there is ...BIOS versions to boot. For details, refer to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the current version of this motherboard. The following utilities allow ...
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... or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-57 4. Select Yes and press . Restart your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS...
... or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-57 4. Select Yes and press . Restart your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS...