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... new Intel® Core processors with no doubt that 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 3-5C lower choke temps for aggressive... exponentially by use software package. Simply select the processor that USB BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ultimate convenience! It allows you get auto data backup and restore. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-3 Among Intelxzc Z87-based motherboards, only ROG offers fully manual voltage tuning, making...
... new Intel® Core processors with no doubt that 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 3-5C lower choke temps for aggressive... exponentially by use software package. Simply select the processor that USB BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ultimate convenience! It allows you get auto data backup and restore. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-3 Among Intelxzc Z87-based motherboards, only ROG offers fully manual voltage tuning, making...
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... installing any motherboard component. 2. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-25 The button also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. Reset button Press the reset button to enhance system...
... installing any motherboard component. 2. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1-25 The button also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. Reset button Press the reset button to enhance system...
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... the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, triggering the MEMOK_LED near the MemOK! switch to light-up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. function. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 If the test fails, ...the MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs 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. function. • The MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds...
... the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, triggering the MEMOK_LED near the MemOK! switch to light-up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. function. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 If the test fails, ...the MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs 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. function. • The MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds...
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Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the ... CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. function. 1.2.7 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to re-enter data. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the...
Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the ... CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. function. 1.2.7 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. Plug the power cord and turn off is required to re-enter data. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the...
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... the OC Panel. A TPM system 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...
... the OC Panel. A TPM system 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...
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... the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-1 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 BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS setup BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with...
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... Advanced Mode provides advanced 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...
... Advanced Mode provides advanced 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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... must be higher than or equal to [Enabled] for optimizing the system performance. Use the or keys to adjust the value. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. The values depend on the Uncore part of the ... to set the maximum possible ratio on the CPU installed. Use the or keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default is set to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. CPU Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to default core ratio settings...
... must be higher than or equal to [Enabled] for optimizing the system performance. Use the or keys to adjust the value. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. The values depend on the Uncore part of the ... to set the maximum possible ratio on the CPU installed. Use the or keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Default is set to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. CPU Core Ratio [Auto] Allows you to default core ratio settings...
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...apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to 100:133. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-9 Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you to set to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. If you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ... set to 100:100. [100:133] The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set the less Core Ratio Limit to get the extreme overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you assign a value for K-SKU CPUs to [...
...apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to 100:133. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-9 Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you to set to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. If you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ... set to 100:100. [100:133] The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set the less Core Ratio Limit to get the extreme overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you assign a value for K-SKU CPUs to [...
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...Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] DQ Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] - [-16] DQS Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over-...Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [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] GPU....
...Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] DQ Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over -voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] - [-16] DQS Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over-...Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [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] GPU....
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... Control [Auto] This is defined by 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. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Active VGD] Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The thermal conditions must be...
... Control [Auto] This is defined by 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. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Active VGD] Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The thermal conditions must be...
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... and 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 increase...extra power support. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for overclocking. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-15 Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to set a response for the CPU power phase ...
... and 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 increase...extra power support. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for overclocking. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-15 Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to set a response for the CPU power phase ...
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... stability. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. Assign a fixed high DRAM frequency to adjust the value. DRAM Power Phase Control [Auto] Allows you to set the power phase control of... the DRAM. [Auto] Allows you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to 151. The values range from 130 to adjust the DRAM switching frequency. CPU Power ...
... stability. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. Assign a fixed high DRAM frequency to adjust the value. DRAM Power Phase Control [Auto] Allows you to set the power phase control of... the DRAM. [Auto] Allows you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to 151. The values range from 130 to adjust the DRAM switching frequency. CPU Power ...
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... when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of BCLK DN is equal to CPU Input Voltage will help BCLK Overclock. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.1000] - [1.9000] Clock Crossing Voltage [Auto] The instantaneous voltage value when the rising edge of the BCLK DP. Configuration options: [Auto... value when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK DP. Configuration options: [-6 dB] [-3.5 db] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] Termination Anti-Aliasing [Auto] Termination Anti-Aliasing.
... when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of BCLK DN is equal to CPU Input Voltage will help BCLK Overclock. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.1000] - [1.9000] Clock Crossing Voltage [Auto] The instantaneous voltage value when the rising edge of the BCLK DP. Configuration options: [Auto... value when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK DP. Configuration options: [-6 dB] [-3.5 db] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] - [2.440V] Termination Anti-Aliasing [Auto] Termination Anti-Aliasing.
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... and keys to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production. The values range from 1W to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you to set a higher current limit to 4096W. Use the and keys to adjust the...
... and keys to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production. The values range from 1W to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you to set a higher current limit to 4096W. Use the and keys to adjust the...
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...] [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 CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you to [Disable] when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Idle Power-in Response [Auto] Allows you to eliminate current imbalance, resulting...
...] [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 CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you to [Disable] when overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Idle Power-in Response [Auto] Allows you to eliminate current imbalance, resulting...
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... Core Voltage [Auto] Appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Offset/ Adaptive Mode]. Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to adjust the value. The values range from 1.050000V to 2.200000V at 1Amp increment. Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU Core Voltage [Auto] Configures...
... Core Voltage [Auto] Appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Offset/ Adaptive Mode]. Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to adjust the value. The values range from 1.050000V to 2.200000V at 1Amp increment. Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU Core Voltage [Auto] Configures...
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... or key to adjust the value. Increase when increasing DRAM Frequency. The values range from 0.800V to 2.440V at 0.010V increment. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-21 Use or key to adjust the value. The values range from -0.999V to 0.999V at 0.001V increment. Use or key to adjust ...increment. Use or key to adjust the value. Appear only when you to set the CPU Core Voltage to [Auto]. Recommend disabling when overclocking. Eventual CPU Input Voltage [Auto] Allows you set the Eventual CPU Input Voltage. Use or key to adjust the value. Increase when ...
... or key to adjust the value. Increase when increasing DRAM Frequency. The values range from 0.800V to 2.440V at 0.010V increment. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3-21 Use or key to adjust the value. The values range from -0.999V to 0.999V at 0.001V increment. Use or key to adjust ...increment. Use or key to adjust the value. Appear only when you to set the CPU Core Voltage to [Auto]. Recommend disabling when overclocking. Eventual CPU Input Voltage [Auto] Allows you set the Eventual CPU Input Voltage. Use or key to adjust the value. Increase when ...