MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 4
... 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 computer 2-23 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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...
... 3-53 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 computer 2-23 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 5
3.11.3 3.11.4 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 Flashback 4-17 4.4.6 Ai Charger 4-18 4.4.7 USB Charger 4-19 4.4.8 Audio configurations 4-20 4.5 ROG...
3.11.3 3.11.4 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 Flashback 4-17 4.4.6 Ai Charger 4-18 4.4.7 USB Charger 4-19 4.4.8 Audio configurations 4-20 4.5 ROG...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 7
.... Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes ... and the new technology it supports. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
.... Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes ... and the new technology it supports. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 18
... AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine...organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on advanced antivirus technologies. Consumers can connect their PC to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, 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 malicious ...
... AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine...organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on advanced antivirus technologies. Consumers can connect their PC to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, 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 malicious ...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 42
...system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. 3. 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 test one set of failsafe settings. switch lights continuously. To stop memory tuning, turn off the...
...system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. 3. 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 test one set of failsafe settings. switch lights continuously. To stop memory tuning, turn off the...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 79
...Chapter 3. • DO NOT unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is completed. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to the ROG Connect port. 5. Turn off the system and insert the USB ... to M6G.CAP. 3. Wait until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is updated automatically. ROG Connect button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-17
...Chapter 3. • DO NOT unplug portable disk, power system, or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is completed. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to the ROG Connect port. 5. Turn off the system and insert the USB ... to M6G.CAP. 3. Wait until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS Flashback function is updated automatically. ROG Connect button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-17
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 87
.... Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in this motherboard. We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is...
.... Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to instability or boot failure. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in this motherboard. We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 88
...65533;p�p��o�rt��th�e��b�l�u�e�to control the BIOS setup program. T�h�e��B�I �O��S��s�e�t�t�in ...65533;d�e�f�a�u�l�t settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If�t�h�e��s�y�s�t�e�...
...65533;p�p��o�rt��th�e��b�l�u�e�to control the BIOS setup program. T�h�e��B�I �O��S��s�e�t�t�in ...65533;d�e�f�a�u�l�t settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If�t�h�e��s�y�s�t�e�...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 138
...and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! Save to Profile Allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile Configuration items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Key in the ...profile number that saved your CMOS Profile Label Allows you to save CMOS profiles from or to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Load...
...and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! Save to Profile Allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile Configuration items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Key in the ...profile number that saved your CMOS Profile Label Allows you to save CMOS profiles from or to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Load...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 142
...;h�i�s�u��ti�li�ty��is potentially risky. 3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. However, BIOS updating is ��a�v�a��il�a�b�le��i�n�...
...;h�i�s�u��ti�li�ty��is potentially risky. 3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. However, BIOS updating is ��a�v�a��il�a�b�le��i�n�...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 143
... the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Chapter 3 3. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Press to switch to perform the BIOS update process. Before you to update the BIOS without having to the USB port. 2. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-57 Press...
... the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Chapter 3 3. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Press to switch to perform the BIOS update process. Before you to update the BIOS without having to the USB port. 2. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-57 Press...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 144
...Exit Menu for the BIOS file. Turn on the ASUS official website. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that you want to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Select the Load ...requires you to restore the BIOS file when it to recover the BIOS setting. Chapter 3 3-58 Chapter 3: BIOS setup If you press to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Insert the motherboard ...
...Exit Menu for the BIOS file. Turn on the ASUS official website. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that you want to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Select the Load ...requires you to restore the BIOS file when it to recover the BIOS setting. Chapter 3 3-58 Chapter 3: BIOS setup If you press to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Insert the motherboard ...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 145
... hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-59 Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. Please select...USB flash drive. • NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Before updating BIOS 1. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. This utility also allows you can use as a ...
... hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-59 Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as shown. Please select...USB flash drive. • NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Before updating BIOS 1. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. This utility also allows you can use as a ...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 146
C:\>d: D:\> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you to update BIOS? ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/05/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM BOARD:MAXIMUS VI GENE VER: 0204 DATE: 01/01/2012 Update ROM BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: UNKNOWN DATE: UNKNOWN PATH: A:\ A: M6E.CAP 2097152 2013-03-20 17:30...
C:\>d: D:\> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. Are you to update BIOS? ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/05/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM BOARD:MAXIMUS VI GENE VER: 0204 DATE: 01/01/2012 Update ROM BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: UNKNOWN DATE: UNKNOWN PATH: A:\ A: M6E.CAP 2097152 2013-03-20 17:30...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 147
...��b�il�it�y�. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-61 E�n��s�u�r�e��to��l�o�a�d��...65533;i�t�s�t�o��th��e��D�O��S� prompt after updating BIOS. E�n�s��u�r�e�t�o��c�o�n�n��e�c�...
...��b�il�it�y�. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-61 E�n��s�u�r�e��to��l�o�a�d��...65533;i�t�s�t�o��th��e��D�O��S� prompt after updating BIOS. E�n�s��u�r�e�t�o��c�o�n�n��e�c�...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 153
...Suite 3 main menu bar 4-Way Optimization Ai Charger+ EZ Update USB BIOS Flashback USB 3.0 Boost System Information USB Charger+ • Some...65533;U��S��w�e�b��s�it�e��a�t www.asus.com for reference only and can vary depending on with your computer - R��e...launch any of menu to launch the menu bar. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-5 Chapter 4 Included in this user manual may vary depending on the top-edge of the integrated ASUS utilities. allowing you to launch AI Suite 3 menu...
...Suite 3 main menu bar 4-Way Optimization Ai Charger+ EZ Update USB BIOS Flashback USB 3.0 Boost System Information USB Charger+ • Some...65533;U��S��w�e�b��s�it�e��a�t www.asus.com for reference only and can vary depending on with your computer - R��e...launch any of menu to launch the menu bar. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-5 Chapter 4 Included in this user manual may vary depending on the top-edge of the integrated ASUS utilities. allowing you to launch AI Suite 3 menu...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 161
... of the screen, then click EZ Update on the EZ Update screen Click to update the BIOS Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-13 With this utlity, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to search and select the BIOS file Click to select a boot...
... of the screen, then click EZ Update on the EZ Update screen Click to update the BIOS Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-13 With this utlity, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to search and select the BIOS file Click to select a boot...
MAXIMUS VI GENE User's Manual
Page 165
... user manual for the BIOS download schedule. 2. Downloading the updated BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Refer to quickly check for New BIOS Update. Click Apply to cancel the download schedule. From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click Check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-17 Click Cancel...
... user manual for the BIOS download schedule. 2. Downloading the updated BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Refer to quickly check for New BIOS Update. Click Apply to cancel the download schedule. From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click Check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-17 Click Cancel...