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... II works with ease, rated up to , and the motherboard will do the rest. ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you want to overclock to 60A, or double generic chokes! Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-3 M.2 is increased exponentially by use of highly conductive and efficient gold-treated coating. NexFET™ Power Block MOSFETs combine great durability...
... II works with ease, rated up to , and the motherboard will do the rest. ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you want to overclock to 60A, or double generic chokes! Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-3 M.2 is increased exponentially by use of highly conductive and efficient gold-treated coating. NexFET™ Power Block MOSFETs combine great durability...
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...65533;�s�u�p�p��o�r�t �a��fu��ll memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. A�l�w�a�y�s��i�n�s�ta��ll�D��IM��...;��W���in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Memory module ...
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... performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. This is plugged to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system... 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 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-27
... performance. 1. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. This is plugged to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system... 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 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-27
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...;M��O�K��_�L�E�D����in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the �M�E��M�O��K�_�L��E...on the computer. Press and hold the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after using the MemOK! switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. •...
...;M��O�K��_�L�E�D����in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the �M�E��M�O��K�_�L��E...on the computer. Press and hold the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after using the MemOK! switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. •...
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... Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-47 12 ROG Extension - The OC Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings, loading the OS, or using overclocking software utilities. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and...
... Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-47 12 ROG Extension - The OC Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings, loading the OS, or using overclocking software utilities. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and...
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Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. 1-48 Chapter 1: Product introduction See the illustration below to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings. Chapter 1 The photos above are for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points location may connect the multitester to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. 1.2.10 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to locate the respective ProbeIt points. Use a multimeter to the motherboard as shown on the following figure.
Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. 1-48 Chapter 1: Product introduction See the illustration below to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings. Chapter 1 The photos above are for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points location may connect the multitester to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. 1.2.10 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to locate the respective ProbeIt points. Use a multimeter to the motherboard as shown on the following figure.
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...ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you change the default BIOS settings except in this motherboard. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking... settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 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.
...ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you change the default BIOS settings except in this motherboard. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking... settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. 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.
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... boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the overclocking settings For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings...
... boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the overclocking settings For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings...
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3.4 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-7 Scroll down to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
3.4 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display other BIOS items. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-7 Scroll down to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard.
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...the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Enabled] for optimizing the system performance. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default is set to [Auto], the following item ...the Uncore part of the processor. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory ...
...the CPU Core Ratio is set to [Enabled] for optimizing the system performance. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default is set to [Auto], the following item ...the Uncore part of the processor. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory ...
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... Ratio Limit, do not set the memory operating frequency. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you assign a value for K-SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. The...
... Ratio Limit, do not set the memory operating frequency. Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you assign a value for K-SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the 1-Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. The...
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...Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [3] Latency Boundary A [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [27] Latency Boundary B [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [14] Chapter 3 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Memory compatibility. Overclocking and performance. Load 2x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 Load timing profile for 2x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 chipset Load 4x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 Load... Load timing profile for 2GB RAW MHz chipset Load 4GB/8GB RAW MHz Load timing profile for 4GB/8GB RAW MHz chipset Maximus Tweak [Auto] [Auto] [Mode 1] [Mode 2] Automatically selects the mode.
...Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [3] Latency Boundary A [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [27] Latency Boundary B [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [14] Chapter 3 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Memory compatibility. Overclocking and performance. Load 2x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 Load timing profile for 2x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 chipset Load 4x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 Load... Load timing profile for 2GB RAW MHz chipset Load 4GB/8GB RAW MHz Load timing profile for 4GB/8GB RAW MHz chipset Maximus Tweak [Auto] [Auto] [Mode 1] [Mode 2] Automatically selects the mode.
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Configuration options: [Auto] [Trained] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-15 Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] DQ Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] - [-16] CMD Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [14...
Configuration options: [Auto] [Trained] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-15 Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] DQ Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] - [-16] CMD Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [14...
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DRAM Swizzling Bit 2 [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Auto] [Trained] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM Swizzling Bit 3 [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking. The field shows N/A if there are no devices installed on the PCIe and DIMM slots. Configuration... options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] IC Optimizer [Auto] Enabling may help overclocking when using Samsung IC DIMMs. Configuration options: [Auto] [4G Samsung] [4G New Hynix] [4G OLD Hynix] GPU.DIMM ...
DRAM Swizzling Bit 2 [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Auto] [Trained] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM Swizzling Bit 3 [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking. The field shows N/A if there are no devices installed on the PCIe and DIMM slots. Configuration... options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] IC Optimizer [Auto] Enabling may help overclocking when using Samsung IC DIMMs. Configuration options: [Auto] [4G Samsung] [4G New Hynix] [4G OLD Hynix] GPU.DIMM ...
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...frequency gets quicker transient response. Use the or keys to [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Active VGD] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-17 The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Active Frequency Mode [Disabled] Enable the Active Frequency ...Intel® VRM specification and affects CPU power voltage. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Switching frequency affects the VRM transient...
...frequency gets quicker transient response. Use the or keys to [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Active VGD] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-17 The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Active Frequency Mode [Disabled] Enable the Active Frequency ...Intel® VRM specification and affects CPU power voltage. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Switching frequency affects the VRM transient...
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... the current VRM balance. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to [Extreme] and [Manual Adjustment]. Configuration options...the thermal conditions of the 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...
... the current VRM balance. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to [Extreme] and [Manual Adjustment]. Configuration options...the thermal conditions of the 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...
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...you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to 151. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-19 Use the and keys to adjust the DRAM switching frequency. Configuration ...options: [Auto] [Manual] The following item appears only when you to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking...
...you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to 151. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-19 Use the and keys to adjust the DRAM switching frequency. Configuration ...options: [Auto] [Manual] The following item appears only when you to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking...
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...] Allows you to the falling edge of the BCLK. Tweakers' Paradise The subitems in this menu allow you to CPU Input Voltage will help BCLK Overclock. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] Termination Anti-Aliasing [Auto] Termination Anti-Aliasing. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.0000] - [3.0000] Eventual PLL Termination Voltage [Auto] Eventual PLL Termination...
...] Allows you to the falling edge of the BCLK. Tweakers' Paradise The subitems in this menu allow you to CPU Input Voltage will help BCLK Overclock. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] Termination Anti-Aliasing [Auto] Termination Anti-Aliasing. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.0000] - [3.0000] Eventual PLL Termination Voltage [Auto] Eventual PLL Termination...
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... prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. CPU Internal Power Switching Frequency Frequency Tuning Mode [Auto] Allows you set a higher current limit to 6%. * Appear only when you set the CPU ratio and features. Decrease to help consume less power or increase to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-21 The values range from...
... prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. CPU Internal Power Switching Frequency Frequency Tuning Mode [Auto] Allows you set a higher current limit to 6%. * Appear only when you set the CPU ratio and features. Decrease to help consume less power or increase to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-21 The values range from...
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... the external regulator exceeds the threshold. Disable this item to make the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator work in Response [Auto] Allows you to [Disable] when overclocking. CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it...
... the external regulator exceeds the threshold. Disable this item to make the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator work in Response [Auto] Allows you to [Disable] when overclocking. CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it...