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...to enter the BIOS or the operating system, just plug the thumb drive into minimal-loss power delivery. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-3 Exclusive ROG engineering further allows for overclocking and the most extreme demands, lasting up to supervise fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. It allows you ... part of system memory and turns it into actual storage, so you want to overclock to, and the motherboard will do the rest. 1.1.4 ASUS Special Features AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all -in it to use of new Intel® Core...
...to enter the BIOS or the operating system, just plug the thumb drive into minimal-loss power delivery. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-3 Exclusive ROG engineering further allows for overclocking and the most extreme demands, lasting up to supervise fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. It allows you ... part of system memory and turns it into actual storage, so you want to overclock to, and the motherboard will do the rest. 1.1.4 ASUS Special Features AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all -in it to use of new Intel® Core...
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...65533;t�o��s�u�p�p��o�r�t �a��fu��ll memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP .... Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. 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 ...
...65533;t�o��s�u�p�p��o�r�t �a��fu��ll memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP .... Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is not the JEDEC memory standard. 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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... any motherboard component. 2. 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-25
... any motherboard component. 2. 1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-25
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.... • If your system fails to boot up due to boot after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 3. function. • The MemOK! A message will appear during ...the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the MEMOK_LED lights continuously. switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. •...
.... • If your system fails to boot up due to boot after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 3. function. • The MemOK! A message will appear during ...the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the MEMOK_LED lights continuously. switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. •...
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...the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off and on CLRTC jumper default position.... Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the CMOS...
...the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off and on CLRTC jumper default position.... Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to clear the CMOS...
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... also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. 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. Chapter 1 1-46 Chapter 1: Product introduction TPM connector (20-1 pin...
... also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. 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. Chapter 1 1-46 Chapter 1: Product introduction TPM connector (20-1 pin...
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...NOT change the default BIOS settings except in this motherboard. 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. In normal circumstances, the ...device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-1
...NOT change the default BIOS settings except in this motherboard. 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. In normal circumstances, the ...device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-1
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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 HERO 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 HERO 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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ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default is set to [Synch All Cores], the following item appears: Min CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. Max CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal... performance. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values depend on the CPU installed. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to set the maximum possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor. Use the or keys to adjust the value...
ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default is set to [Synch All Cores], the following item appears: Min CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. Max CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal... performance. Use the or keys to adjust the value. The values depend on the CPU installed. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to set the maximum possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor. Use the or keys to adjust the value...
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.... Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you assign a value for K-SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-9 If you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode. [Auto] The DRAM speed is set to its optimized settings. [100...
.... Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you assign a value for K-SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-9 If you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode. [Auto] The DRAM speed is set to its optimized settings. [100...
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... (MRC)] DQ Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [14] Channel A DIMM Control [Enable ...Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized ...] Set this item to [Optimized (ASUS)] to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] - [-16] DQS Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. The field shows N/A if there are no devices ...
... (MRC)] DQ Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [14] Channel A DIMM Control [Enable ...Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized ...] Set this item to [Optimized (ASUS)] to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] - [-16] DQS Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. The field shows N/A if there are no devices ...
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.... Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set a fixed CPU frequency. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. CPU Fixed Frequency [XXX] This item allows you to [Manual]. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Switching frequency...
.... Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set a fixed CPU frequency. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. CPU Fixed Frequency [XXX] This item allows you to [Manual]. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Switching frequency...
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... a high CPU loading for overclocking. DO NOT remove the thermal module. Manual Adjustment [Fast] Allows you to set a response for the CPU power phase control. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to set the power phase control of every phase component. [T. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-15 CPU Power Phase Control...
... a high CPU loading for overclocking. DO NOT remove the thermal module. Manual Adjustment [Fast] Allows you to set a response for the CPU power phase control. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to set the power phase control of every phase component. [T. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-15 CPU Power Phase Control...
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DO NOT remove the thermal module. Assign a fixed high DRAM frequency to increase the overclocking range or a low DRAM frequency for the CPU right at boot. CPU Input Boot Voltage [Auto] VCCIN for a better system stability....440V] DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the full phase mode. DRAM Fixed Frequency Mode...
DO NOT remove the thermal module. Assign a fixed high DRAM frequency to increase the overclocking range or a low DRAM frequency for the CPU right at boot. CPU Input Boot Voltage [Auto] VCCIN for a better system stability....440V] DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the full phase mode. DRAM Fixed Frequency Mode...
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... Canceller [Auto] Termination Anti-Aliasing. Configuration options: [-6 dB] [-3.5 db] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.1000] - [1.9000] Clock Crossing Voltage [Auto] The instantaneous voltage value when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to CPU Input Voltage will help BCLK Overclock. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.0000] - [3.0000] PLL Termination Reset Voltage [Auto...
... Canceller [Auto] Termination Anti-Aliasing. Configuration options: [-6 dB] [-3.5 db] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.1000] - [1.9000] Clock Crossing Voltage [Auto] The instantaneous voltage value when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to CPU Input Voltage will help BCLK Overclock. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.0000] - [3.0000] PLL Termination Reset Voltage [Auto...
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... Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you set a higher current limit to 4096W. The values range from 1W to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. The values range from 1 second to [Enabled]. Chapter 3 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Short Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Also known as Power Limit 1, and allows...
... Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Allows you set a higher current limit to 4096W. The values range from 1W to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. The values range from 1 second to [Enabled]. Chapter 3 3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Short Duration Package Power Limit [Auto] Also known as Power Limit 1, and allows...
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... conditions of the high-speed active phase current balance during load transients to [Disable] when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [87.5%] [75.0%] [62.5%] [50.0%] [37.5%] [25.0%] [12.5%] [0%] [-12.5%] [-25.0%] [-37.5%] [-50.0%] [-62.5%] [-75.0%] [-87.5%] [-100%] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] We recommend to set the slew rate for the...
... conditions of the high-speed active phase current balance during load transients to [Disable] when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [87.5%] [75.0%] [62.5%] [50.0%] [37.5%] [25.0%] [12.5%] [0%] [-12.5%] [-25.0%] [-37.5%] [-50.0%] [-62.5%] [-75.0%] [-87.5%] [-100%] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-19 Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] We recommend to set the slew rate for the...
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...Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. The values range from 1.050000V to 2.200000V at ...CPU Internal Power Saving Control Power Saving Level 1 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to adjust the value. Use or key to enlarge the overclocking potential. Use or key to adjust the value. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto...
...Power Saving Level 2 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. The values range from 1.050000V to 2.200000V at ...CPU Internal Power Saving Control Power Saving Level 1 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to adjust the value. Use or key to enlarge the overclocking potential. Use or key to adjust the value. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto...
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...] [Enabled] [Disabled] Initial CPU Input Voltage [Auto] Allows you set the CPU Input Voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-21 The values range from 0.800V to [Auto]. Appear only when you to 0.999V at 0.001V increment. Recommend disabling when overclocking. Increase when increasing DRAM Frequency. The values range from -0.999V to set the CPU Core...
...] [Enabled] [Disabled] Initial CPU Input Voltage [Auto] Allows you set the CPU Input Voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-21 The values range from 0.800V to [Auto]. Appear only when you to 0.999V at 0.001V increment. Recommend disabling when overclocking. Increase when increasing DRAM Frequency. The values range from -0.999V to set the CPU Core...