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Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi 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 Special Features 1-3 1.1.5 ROG rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System memory 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion slots 1-24 1.2.6 ...
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary x Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi 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 Special Features 1-3 1.1.5 ROG rich bundled software 1-4 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-5 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-5 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-6 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-8 1.2.4 System memory 1-9 1.2.5 Expansion slots 1-24 1.2.6 ...
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... Devices Configuration 3-39 3.6.8 APM Configuration 3-42 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration 3-43 3.6.10 ROG Effects 3-43 3.7 Monitor menu 3-44 3.8 Boot menu 3-47 3.9 Tool menu 3-53 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-53 3.9.2 ROG Secure Erase 3-53 3.9.3 Graphics Card Information 3-54 3.9.4 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-55 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information 3-56 3.9.6 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-57 3.10 Exit menu 3-58 3.11 Updating...
... Devices Configuration 3-39 3.6.8 APM Configuration 3-42 3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration 3-43 3.6.10 ROG Effects 3-43 3.7 Monitor menu 3-44 3.8 Boot menu 3-47 3.9 Tool menu 3-53 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-53 3.9.2 ROG Secure Erase 3-53 3.9.3 Graphics Card Information 3-54 3.9.4 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-55 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information 3-56 3.9.6 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-57 3.10 Exit menu 3-58 3.11 Updating...
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... 4-15 USB BIOS Flashback 4-17 USB Charger 4-18 Push Notice 4-19 Wi-Fi Engine 4-22 Wi-Fi GO! and Remote GO 4-24 Ai Charger 4-34 4.6 ROG Audio features 4-35 Sonic Studio 4-35 Sonic SenseAmp 4-37 Sonic SoundStage 4-39 DTS Connect 4-40 4.7 Sonic Radar II 4-41 4.8 GameFirst III 4-43 4.9 KeyBot...4-46 4.10...
... 4-15 USB BIOS Flashback 4-17 USB Charger 4-18 Push Notice 4-19 Wi-Fi Engine 4-22 Wi-Fi GO! and Remote GO 4-24 Ai Charger 4-34 4.6 ROG Audio features 4-35 Sonic Studio 4-35 Sonic SenseAmp 4-37 Sonic SoundStage 4-39 DTS Connect 4-40 4.7 Sonic Radar II 4-41 4.8 GameFirst III 4-43 4.9 KeyBot...4-46 4.10...
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MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Storage LAN Audio Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 1 x SATA Express port (red at back panel Audio Feature: - SupremeFX Shielding Technology : PCB shielding, ..., Blu-ray DVD, and HD-DVD audio content playback - Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst III ROG SupremeFX Formula 2014 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Jack-detection and multi-streaming -
MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Storage LAN Audio Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 1 x SATA Express port (red at back panel Audio Feature: - SupremeFX Shielding Technology : PCB shielding, ..., Blu-ray DVD, and HD-DVD audio content playback - Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst III ROG SupremeFX Formula 2014 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Jack-detection and multi-streaming -
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... supported under Windows® 8.1/8. ** 2 x USB 2.0 port at least 6mm are required. (continued on the next page) xii MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 6 x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports at back panel [blue], 2 ports at mid-board...blue]) * Support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, UASP standard on the Intel native USB 3.0 is sold separately. ***Chassis must conform to ATX specification for successful installation: brass stand-offs of at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. X.M.P. - RC Diagram - ROG SSD Secure Erase ...
... supported under Windows® 8.1/8. ** 2 x USB 2.0 port at least 6mm are required. (continued on the next page) xii MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 6 x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports at back panel [blue], 2 ports at mid-board...blue]) * Support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, UASP standard on the Intel native USB 3.0 is sold separately. ***Chassis must conform to ATX specification for successful installation: brass stand-offs of at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. X.M.P. - RC Diagram - ROG SSD Secure Erase ...
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... (upper port for KeyBot, bottom port for ROG Connect) 6 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 1 x anti-surge LAN (RJ45) port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 6 x golden plated audio jacks (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS Q-Code - USB BIOS Flashback - MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Special Features Back I/O Ports ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key...
... (upper port for KeyBot, bottom port for ROG Connect) 6 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 1 x anti-surge LAN (RJ45) port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 6 x golden plated audio jacks (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS Q-Code - USB BIOS Flashback - MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Special Features Back I/O Ports ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key...
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... BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst III ROG RAMDisk ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage HomeCloud ASUS Utilities ATX Form Factor, 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Software...
... BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst III ROG RAMDisk ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage HomeCloud ASUS Utilities ATX Form Factor, 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Software...
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... DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 4 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x SLI™ cable 1 x I/O Shield 1 x mPCIe Combo III card with dual band Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/ g/n/ac + Bluetooth v4.0 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x 2-in-1 Q-Connector Kit 1 x ROG Door Hanger 1 x 12-in-1 ROG Cable Label 1 x Watch Dogs game coupon* ROG motherboard support...
... DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 4 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x SLI™ cable 1 x I/O Shield 1 x mPCIe Combo III card with dual band Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/ g/n/ac + Bluetooth v4.0 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x 2-in-1 Q-Connector Kit 1 x ROG Door Hanger 1 x 12-in-1 ROG Cable Label 1 x Watch Dogs game coupon* ROG motherboard support...
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...interface with a stealthy overlay display that shows what opponents and teammates are up to including information on any game. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is able to run faster and smoother. Moreover, Sonic SoundStage applies the best audio settings for better hearing awareness....'s impedance and adjusts the built-in amp accordingly. Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SenseAmp is an exclusive ROG invention that automatically detects your front-panel headset. 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX Formula 2014 SupremeFX Formula 2014 delivers audio that's as great as plugging them in.
...interface with a stealthy overlay display that shows what opponents and teammates are up to including information on any game. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is able to run faster and smoother. Moreover, Sonic SoundStage applies the best audio settings for better hearing awareness....'s impedance and adjusts the built-in amp accordingly. Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SenseAmp is an exclusive ROG invention that automatically detects your front-panel headset. 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX Formula 2014 SupremeFX Formula 2014 delivers audio that's as great as plugging them in.
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...-free updating solution for your main storage optimized for really important tasks, and you get auto data backup and restore. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-3 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features Extreme Engine Digi+ III The Extreme Engine Digi+ III offers the best CPU/Memory design on the Z97® motherboard...temperature tolerance. It automatically accelerates data speeds for overclocking. NOTE: RAMDisk only supports 64-bit operating systems. CPU Level Up With ROG's CPU Level Up, overclocking has never been so easy, or cost-free. It is automatically updated even without the need to...
...-free updating solution for your main storage optimized for really important tasks, and you get auto data backup and restore. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-3 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features Extreme Engine Digi+ III The Extreme Engine Digi+ III offers the best CPU/Memory design on the Z97® motherboard...temperature tolerance. It automatically accelerates data speeds for overclocking. NOTE: RAMDisk only supports 64-bit operating systems. CPU Level Up With ROG's CPU Level Up, overclocking has never been so easy, or cost-free. It is automatically updated even without the need to...
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... system. Consumers can configure and assign macros to specific keys on a PC, notebook, or netbook. DTS Interactive is a customized ROG version utility authorized by Intel's CPU Identification (CPUID) that are among the industry's highest. Chapter 1 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction... It is renowned for individual users and home offices. ROG CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z is capable of performing multichannel encoding of your system's current information with the virtual copies. It gives you to perform...
... system. Consumers can configure and assign macros to specific keys on a PC, notebook, or netbook. DTS Interactive is a customized ROG version utility authorized by Intel's CPU Identification (CPUID) that are among the industry's highest. Chapter 1 1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction... It is renowned for individual users and home offices. ROG CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z is capable of performing multichannel encoding of your system's current information with the virtual copies. It gives you to perform...
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... MPCIE_COMBO_III) Page 1-42 1-43 1-8 1-27 1-9 1-48 1-31 1-26 1-26 1-39 1-37 1-38 1-46 1-28 1-44 1-40 1-45 1-28 1-45 1-47 1-41 1-46 Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-7 KeyBot button (KeyBot) 15. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 18. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1A-3A; 4-pin CHA_FAN1B-3B) 2. USB...
... MPCIE_COMBO_III) Page 1-42 1-43 1-8 1-27 1-9 1-48 1-31 1-26 1-26 1-39 1-37 1-38 1-46 1-28 1-44 1-40 1-45 1-28 1-45 1-47 1-41 1-46 Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-7 KeyBot button (KeyBot) 15. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 18. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1A-3A; 4-pin CHA_FAN1B-3B) 2. USB...
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USB910) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. 2 x USB 2.0 ports (USB1112) ... (10-1 pin USB1112; Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 4. These USB connectors comply with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 MBps connection speed. Chapter 1 1-40 Chapter 1: Product introduction
USB910) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. 2 x USB 2.0 ports (USB1112) ... (10-1 pin USB1112; Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 4. These USB connectors comply with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 MBps connection speed. Chapter 1 1-40 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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...) This connector is for the OC Panel, Front Base, and the other ROG device. • The OC Panel and Front Base are purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the OC Panel and Front Base. 10. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-45 A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital...
...) This connector is for the OC Panel, Front Base, and the other ROG device. • The OC Panel and Front Base are purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the OC Panel and Front Base. 10. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-45 A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital...
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See the illustration below to the motherboard as shown on the following figure. Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. 1-48 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.9 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. The photos above are for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points location may connect the multitester to locate the respective ProbeIt points. Use a multimeter to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings.
See the illustration below to the motherboard as shown on the following figure. Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. 1-48 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.9 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. The photos above are for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points location may connect the multitester to locate the respective ProbeIt points. Use a multimeter to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings.
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... that cools the VRMs. G1/4-inch treads • CrossChill Copper is fully sealed and tested before shipment. 1.2.10 CrossChill Copper CrossChill Copper is an exclusive ROG heatsink that came with your water cooling kits. • route the water cooling kit from the CPU water block to the G1/4-inch threads. The... of your water cooling system, it is bundled with the bundled clamps that provides air cooling and water cooling options for an optimal cooling result ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-49 Chapter 1
... that cools the VRMs. G1/4-inch treads • CrossChill Copper is fully sealed and tested before shipment. 1.2.10 CrossChill Copper CrossChill Copper is an exclusive ROG heatsink that came with your water cooling kits. • route the water cooling kit from the CPU water block to the G1/4-inch threads. The... of your water cooling system, it is bundled with the bundled clamps that provides air cooling and water cooling options for an optimal cooling result ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-49 Chapter 1
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... Combo III card supports M.2 (NGFF) Type 2260 SSD card (22 mm x 60 mm). • The M.2 (NGFF) SDD modules are purchased separately. Chapter 2 3. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-11 2.1.9 mPCIe Combo III installation ROG mPCIe Combo III offers expandability solutions with the fastest Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.0 connection. If it does not fit, try reversing...
... Combo III card supports M.2 (NGFF) Type 2260 SSD card (22 mm x 60 mm). • The M.2 (NGFF) SDD modules are purchased separately. Chapter 2 3. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-11 2.1.9 mPCIe Combo III installation ROG mPCIe Combo III offers expandability solutions with the fastest Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.0 connection. If it does not fit, try reversing...
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Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website. 2. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-15 Updating BIOS may have risks. Turn off the system ... the USB BIOS Flashback port. 5. Clear CMOS button KeyBot port USB BIOS USB Flashback port / Flashback button ROG Connect port • For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter...up, please contact your USB storage device. 4. The light goes out when the process of your local ASUS Service Center. If the BIOS program is enabled. Press the USB BIOS Flashback button. To use the ...
Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website. 2. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-15 Updating BIOS may have risks. Turn off the system ... the USB BIOS Flashback port. 5. Clear CMOS button KeyBot port USB BIOS USB Flashback port / Flashback button ROG Connect port • For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter...up, please contact your USB storage device. 4. The light goes out when the process of your local ASUS Service Center. If the BIOS program is enabled. Press the USB BIOS Flashback button. To use the ...
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... combo port 3. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Intel® USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. The lower port supports the USB BIOS Flasback feature and the ROG Connect port. 9. Clear CMOS button 2. DisplayPort 10. ASMedia® USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6. 12. HDMI port 5 ASMedia® USB 3.0 ports E1-2 6 LAN (RJ-45) port...
... combo port 3. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Intel® USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. The lower port supports the USB BIOS Flasback feature and the ROG Connect port. 9. Clear CMOS button 2. DisplayPort 10. ASMedia® USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6. 12. HDMI port 5 ASMedia® USB 3.0 ports E1-2 6 LAN (RJ-45) port...
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...] Allows you to increase or decrease the output current sensed by the CPU. Higher value provides better power-saving condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-19 Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to increase to enhance the response of voltage control via ROG Connect and OC Panel.
...] Allows you to increase or decrease the output current sensed by the CPU. Higher value provides better power-saving condition. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-19 Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to increase to enhance the response of voltage control via ROG Connect and OC Panel.