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... Information 3-53 3.9.4 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-53 3.10 Exit menu 3-55 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-56 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-56 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-57 iv 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-17 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-18 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-18 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-19 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-23 2.5 Turning off the ...
... Information 3-53 3.9.4 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-53 3.10 Exit menu 3-55 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-56 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-56 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-57 iv 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-17 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-18 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-18 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-19 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-23 2.5 Turning off the ...
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...ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-58 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-59 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 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-3 4.4.1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 4-6 4.4.2 EZ Update 4-13 4.4.3 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.4.4 System Information 4-15 4.4.5 USB BIOS...5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating...
...ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-58 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-59 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 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-3 4.4.1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 4-6 4.4.2 EZ Update 4-13 4.4.3 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.4.4 System Information 4-15 4.4.5 USB BIOS...5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5-3 5.2 Creating...
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... of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system ...settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. vii Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized...
... of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system ...settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. vii Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized...
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... - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors ROG GameFirst II ROG RAMDisk CPU Level Up ROG Connect* - ROG SSD Secure Erase - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Slot - RC Diagram - BIOS Print - Profile - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - USB Charger+ - ROG Exclusive Features Special Features mPCIe Combo II (mPCIe/M.2 combo card) Extreme Engine Digi+ III - GPU...
... - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors ROG GameFirst II ROG RAMDisk CPU Level Up ROG Connect* - ROG SSD Secure Erase - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Slot - RC Diagram - BIOS Print - Profile - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - USB Charger+ - ROG Exclusive Features Special Features mPCIe Combo II (mPCIe/M.2 combo card) Extreme Engine Digi+ III - GPU...
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...AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x TPM connector 1 x mPCIe Combo II connector 64 Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst II ROG RAMDisk ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Kaspersky&#...174; Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities mATX Form Factor, 9.6" x 9.6" (24.4cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Software Form Factor 1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 ...
...AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x TPM connector 1 x mPCIe Combo II connector 64 Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst II ROG RAMDisk ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Kaspersky&#...174; Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities mATX Form Factor, 9.6" x 9.6" (24.4cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Software Form Factor 1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 ...
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...and download the latest BIOS automatically. 1.1.5 ROG rich bundled software Kaspersky® Anti-Virus Kaspersky® Anti-Virus Personal offers premium antivirus protection for individual users and home offices. 1.1.4 ASUS special features AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 ... allows you to gather information about your DRAM configuration scores to post and share your system's main components. USB BIOS FlashBack USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for malicious program detection rates that allows you to -use functions, with...
...and download the latest BIOS automatically. 1.1.5 ROG rich bundled software Kaspersky® Anti-Virus Kaspersky® Anti-Virus Personal offers premium antivirus protection for individual users and home offices. 1.1.4 ASUS special features AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 ... allows you to gather information about your DRAM configuration scores to post and share your system's main components. USB BIOS FlashBack USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for malicious program detection rates that allows you to -use functions, with...
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... red slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. V��is ��ti�c�s�o��f�in the BIOS for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as one (1) module inserted into both the red and black slots as two pairs of...;a�te�s��t �Q�V��L�. Side(s): SS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.
... red slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. V��is ��ti�c�s�o��f�in the BIOS for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as one (1) module inserted into both the red and black slots as two pairs of...;a�te�s��t �Q�V��L�. Side(s): SS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.
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...;�e���D�I �M����M is tested. button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the... BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and ...
...;�e���D�I �M����M is tested. button Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the... BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and ...
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...-on and you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the BIOS) when you reboot your system. • Refer to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during boot-up. It allows the processor to the BIOS Setup program with the press of ... allows your system will shut down. With DirectKey, you press the DirectKey button, your system to press the key during POST. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-29 It also allows you to turn on or turn off your system to go through POST (without having to eliminate the cold bugs ...
...-on and you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the BIOS) when you reboot your system. • Refer to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during boot-up. It allows the processor to the BIOS Setup program with the press of ... allows your system will shut down. With DirectKey, you press the DirectKey button, your system to press the key during POST. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-29 It also allows you to turn on or turn off your system to go through POST (without having to eliminate the cold bugs ...
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Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Chapter 1 1-32 Chapter 1: Product introduction BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. 6. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. 5.
Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Chapter 1 1-32 Chapter 1: Product introduction BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. 6. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. 5.
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... disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. B�e�f�o�r�e��c�r�e�a�t�in�...;e�f�e�r�t�o��s�e�c�t�io�n� 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in use. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-39 Refer to [RAID Mode]. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid ...
... disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. B�e�f�o�r�e��c�r�e�a�t�in�...;e�f�e�r�t�o��s�e�c�t�io�n� 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in use. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-39 Refer to [RAID Mode]. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid ...
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Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. Chapter 1 • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Front panel audio ... is purchased separately. 5. Connect one end of the system chassis. 4. The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-41 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that you connect a high-definition front panel ...
Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector. Chapter 1 • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Front panel audio ... is purchased separately. 5. Connect one end of the system chassis. 4. The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-41 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that you connect a high-definition front panel ...
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... 2-pin connector is read from or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for system reboot without turning off the system power. Pressing the power ...(2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the system power LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-45 Chapter 1 The HDD LED lights up when you to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is ...
... 2-pin connector is read from or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is for system reboot without turning off the system power. Pressing the power ...(2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the system power LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-45 Chapter 1 The HDD LED lights up when you to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is ...
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The OC Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings, loading the OS, or using overclocking software utilities. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-47 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system ...
The OC Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings, loading the OS, or using overclocking software utilities. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-47 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system ...
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... root directory of interruption, please follow the steps again. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-17 Extract and rename the BIOS image file to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. In case of the USB flash disk drive. 4. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to M6G.CAP. 3. Simply insert a USB...
... root directory of interruption, please follow the steps again. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-17 Extract and rename the BIOS image file to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. In case of the USB flash disk drive. 4. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to M6G.CAP. 3. Simply insert a USB...
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...;o�n��b�u��tt�o�n��. �It��s�u�p�p��o�r�ts� USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+ 7. I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. O��p�t�ic�a��l �S�/�P�D�I�F��...
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...monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off mode regardless of the system chassis. ...the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on . Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-23 Ensure that is ON, press the power button for assistance. Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No...
...monitor complies with a surge protector. 5. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off mode regardless of the system chassis. ...the "green" standards or if it has a "power standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on . Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-23 Ensure that is ON, press the power button for assistance. Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No...
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... to most conditions to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as M6G.CAP for system startup in this motherboard. The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. We...
... to most conditions to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as M6G.CAP for system startup in this motherboard. The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. We...
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...;�e�C��M��O��S��a�n�d� reset the motherboard to control the BIOS setup program. E�n�s�u�r�e��th��a�t �a��U�S�...65533;th�e� mouse to the default value. If you see on your screen. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. T�h�e��B�I �O��S��s�...
...;�e�C��M��O��S��a�n�d� reset the motherboard to control the BIOS setup program. E�n�s�u�r�e��th��a�t �a��U�S�...65533;th�e� mouse to the default value. If you see on your screen. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. T�h�e��B�I �O��S��s�...
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...all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/ power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Chapter 3 Selects the Advanced ...65533;T�h�e Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. The default screen for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-3 3.2.1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options...
...all fan speeds if available Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/ power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode Chapter 3 Selects the Advanced ...65533;T�h�e Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. The default screen for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-3 3.2.1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options...
