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...information...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS VI HERO specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS ... ATX Power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-11 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-12 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-12 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...
...information...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS VI HERO specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS ... ATX Power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector 2-9 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation 2-10 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-11 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-12 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-12 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...
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... Information 3-50 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-50 3.10 Exit menu 3-52 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-53 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-53 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-54 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-55 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-56 iv 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 3-4 3.3 My Favorites 3-6 3.4 Extreme Tweaker menu...APM 3-37 3.6.9 Network Stack 3-38 3.6.10 ROG Effects 3-38 3.7 Monitor menu 3-39 3.8 Boot menu 3-42 3.9 Tools menu 3-47 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-47 3.9.2 ROG Secure Erase 3-47...
... Information 3-50 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-50 3.10 Exit menu 3-52 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-53 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-53 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-54 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-55 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-56 iv 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 3-4 3.3 My Favorites 3-6 3.4 Extreme Tweaker menu...APM 3-37 3.6.9 Network Stack 3-38 3.6.10 ROG Effects 3-38 3.7 Monitor menu 3-39 3.8 Boot menu 3-42 3.9 Tools menu 3-47 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-47 3.9.2 ROG Secure Erase 3-47...
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... 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 USB Charger 4-18 4.4.7 Audio configurations 4-19 4.5 MemTweakIt 4-20 4.6 RAMDisk...4-22 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1... 5.1.1 RAID definitions 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 a RAID driver disk 5-8 5.2.1 Creating a...
... 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 USB Charger 4-18 4.4.7 Audio configurations 4-19 4.5 MemTweakIt 4-20 4.6 RAMDisk...4-22 Chapter 5: RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1... 5.1.1 RAID definitions 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 a RAID driver disk 5-8 5.2.1 Creating a...
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... 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes... 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. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information ...
... 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes... 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. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information ...
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...174; I217-V Gigabit LAN Controller ROG SupremeFX Audio 8-Channel High Definition Audio - Content Protection for ROG Connect; 4 ports at mid-board**) * Supports ASUS USB3.0 Boost, UASP standard on the next page) Optical S/PDIF out port at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. 1 xPS.../2 keyboard/mouse combo port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x HDMI port 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 6 x Audio jacks (continued on the Intel...
...174; I217-V Gigabit LAN Controller ROG SupremeFX Audio 8-Channel High Definition Audio - Content Protection for ROG Connect; 4 ports at mid-board**) * Supports ASUS USB3.0 Boost, UASP standard on the next page) Optical S/PDIF out port at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. 1 xPS.../2 keyboard/mouse combo port 4 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x HDMI port 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 6 x Audio jacks (continued on the Intel...
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..., and Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) xi ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Slot - USB 3.0 Boost - AI Suite III - AI Charger - Extreme Tweaker - ASUS Q-Shield - GPU.DIMM Post - ROG SSD Secure Erase - BIOS Print - Tweaker's Paradise - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - Disk Unlocker...
..., and Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) xi ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-Slot - USB 3.0 Boost - AI Suite III - AI Charger - Extreme Tweaker - ASUS Q-Shield - GPU.DIMM Post - ROG SSD Secure Erase - BIOS Print - Tweaker's Paradise - USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - Disk Unlocker...
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... x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x TPM 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 ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" (30.5cm 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 ...
... x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x TPM 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 ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" (30.5cm 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 ...
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Simply select the processor that USB BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ultimate convenience! Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-3 This translates into the ROG Connect port & push the ROG Connect button for 3 seconds, BIOS would be the most of new Intel® Core processors with bigger overclocking headroom. RAMDisk RAMDisk reserves part of highly conductive and efficient gold...
Simply select the processor that USB BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ultimate convenience! Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-3 This translates into the ROG Connect port & push the ROG Connect button for 3 seconds, BIOS would be the most of new Intel® Core processors with bigger overclocking headroom. RAMDisk RAMDisk reserves part of highly conductive and efficient gold...
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... B1 for the hyper DIMM support. V��is ��ti�c�s�o��f�in the BIOS for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. PM128M8D3BU-15 C304627CB1AG22Fe E304459CB1AG32Cf... one (1) module inserted into both the red and black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Patriot Patriot RiDATA RiDATA SAMSUNG Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power...
... B1 for the hyper DIMM support. V��is ��ti�c�s�o��f�in the BIOS for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory configuration. PM128M8D3BU-15 C304627CB1AG22Fe E304459CB1AG32Cf... one (1) module inserted into both the red and black slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Patriot Patriot RiDATA RiDATA SAMSUNG Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power...
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... after the whole tuning process, the MEMOK_LED lights continuously. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the exact location of ...the system automatically reboots when each timing set of failsafe settings. 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 ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified ...
... after the whole tuning process, the MEMOK_LED lights continuously. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the exact location of ...the system automatically reboots when each timing set of failsafe settings. 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 ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified ...
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... program with the press of a button. It also allows you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the BIOS) when you press the DirectKey button, your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. With DirectKey, you to turn on or turn off your system using the DirectKey button.... • When the system is on and you reboot your system. • Refer to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system will shut down. 4. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-27 DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to press the key during boot-up.
... program with the press of a button. It also allows you can enter the BIOS anytime without entering the BIOS) when you press the DirectKey button, your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during POST. With DirectKey, you to turn on or turn off your system using the DirectKey button.... • When the system is on and you reboot your system. • Refer to reboot and enter the BIOS directly. • Turn off your system will shut down. 4. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-27 DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to press the key during boot-up.
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... the power cord and turn off is required to pins 1-2. 3. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to re...-enter data. function. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You...
... the power cord and turn off is required to pins 1-2. 3. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to re...-enter data. function. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You...
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Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. 5. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-31 Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. 4.
Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. 5. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-31 Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. 4.
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...;t�,�r�e�f�e�r�t�o��s�e�c�t�io�n� 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. 1-38 Chapter 1: Product introduction Refer to...
...;t�,�r�e�f�e�r�t�o��s�e�c�t�io�n� 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to section 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. 1-38 Chapter 1: Product introduction Refer to...
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... you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector to avail of the system chassis.
... you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to this connector to avail of the system chassis.
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... warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings.
... warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings.
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... securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. Chapter 1 1-46 Chapter 1: Product introduction The OC Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings, loading the OS, or using overclocking software utilities. The OC Panel is for the OC Panel. ROG_EXT connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is...
... securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. Chapter 1 1-46 Chapter 1: Product introduction The OC Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings, loading the OS, or using overclocking software utilities. The OC Panel is for the OC Panel. ROG_EXT connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is...
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... directory of the USB flash disk drive. 4. USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in Chapter 3. If the BIOS program is updated automatically. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2-11 Turn off the system and insert the USB...
... directory of the USB flash disk drive. 4. USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities in Chapter 3. If the BIOS program is updated automatically. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2-11 Turn off the system and insert the USB...
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... the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the screen. At power on, hold down the key to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2-17 2.4 Starting up for assistance. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system...
... the system enter the soft-off mode, depending on the screen. At power on, hold down the key to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages appear on the BIOS setting. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2-17 2.4 Starting up for assistance. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system...
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...input. We strongly recommend that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI ... You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-1
...input. We strongly recommend that you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI ... You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to ensure optimal performance. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-1