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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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... 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 ASUS Media Streamer 4-48 4.11 ASUS Disk Unlocker 4-50 4.12 RAMDisk...4-51 4.13 MemTweakIt 4-54 4.14 ROG Connect 4-56 v Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the...
... 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 ASUS Media Streamer 4-48 4.11 ASUS Disk Unlocker 4-50 4.12 RAMDisk...4-51 4.13 MemTweakIt 4-54 4.14 ROG Connect 4-56 v Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the...
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... II - 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 - ELNA® Premium audio capacitors - DTS Connect (continued on the CPU...; CS4398 DAC: 120dB SNR, -107dB THD+N (Max. 192kHz/ 24-bit) - Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 13 supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 - MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Storage LAN Audio Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 1 x SATA Express port (red at bottom, compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) 1...
... II - 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 - ELNA® Premium audio capacitors - DTS Connect (continued on the CPU...; CS4398 DAC: 120dB SNR, -107dB THD+N (Max. 192kHz/ 24-bit) - Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 13 supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 - MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Storage LAN Audio Intel® Z97 Express Chipset 1 x SATA Express port (red at bottom, compatible with 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) 1...
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... USB 2.0 port at least 6mm are required. (continued on the next page) xii ROG SSD Secure Erase - O.C. 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 [red])* 6 x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports at back panel, 4 ports at mid-board)** ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller 2 x USB 3.0 ports (at back panel [blue]) * Support ASUS...
... USB 2.0 port at least 6mm are required. (continued on the next page) xii ROG SSD Secure Erase - O.C. 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 [red])* 6 x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports at back panel, 4 ports at mid-board)** ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller 2 x USB 3.0 ports (at back panel [blue]) * Support ASUS...
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... 2 x USB 2.0 ports (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 MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Special Features Back I/O Ports ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates...
... 2 x USB 2.0 ports (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 MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Special Features Back I/O Ports ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates...
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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. x 9.6 in . MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability...
... 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. x 9.6 in . MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability...
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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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... experience. Users can choose from Intel features high TCP and UDP throughput with its virtual surround-sound function. 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX Formula 2014 SupremeFX Formula 2014 delivers audio that's as great as plugging them in. Cuttingedge electromagnetic interference (EMI) isolation and exceptionally-premium... Sonic SenseAmp makes tuning your headset's impedance and adjusts the built-in -game sound for popular game genres. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is an audio tuning software that enhances in amp accordingly. Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SenseAmp is an on any of...
... experience. Users can choose from Intel features high TCP and UDP throughput with its virtual surround-sound function. 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX Formula 2014 SupremeFX Formula 2014 delivers audio that's as great as plugging them in. Cuttingedge electromagnetic interference (EMI) isolation and exceptionally-premium... Sonic SenseAmp makes tuning your headset's impedance and adjusts the built-in -game sound for popular game genres. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is an audio tuning software that enhances in amp accordingly. Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SenseAmp is an on any of...
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...existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you to the system when needed. It allows you to 90% efficiency under normal operation. 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. It ...BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. The BlackWing Chokes handles pressures with better low temperature tolerance. This all the exclusive ASUS features into actual storage, so you get auto data backup and restore. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-3
...existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you to the system when needed. It allows you to 90% efficiency under normal operation. 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. It ...BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. The BlackWing Chokes handles pressures with better low temperature tolerance. This all the exclusive ASUS features into actual storage, so you get auto data backup and restore. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-3
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...in microprocessor that allows you to read DRAM timings and allows you the information and status of your DRAM configuration scores to the ROG website. DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on advanced anti virus technologies. DTS Connect To get ... encoding of DTS bitstreams on your CPU, motherboard, memory, and the whole component. This feature supports USB keyboards only. Use the ROG look of incredible surround sound. DTS Interactive is a DRAM efficiency tool that provides instant upgrade to your system's current information with the...
...in microprocessor that allows you to read DRAM timings and allows you the information and status of your DRAM configuration scores to the ROG website. DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on advanced anti virus technologies. DTS Connect To get ... encoding of DTS bitstreams on your CPU, motherboard, memory, and the whole component. This feature supports USB keyboards only. Use the ROG look of incredible surround sound. DTS Interactive is a DRAM efficiency tool that provides instant upgrade to your system's current information with the...
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... 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 SATAEXPRESS_E1 [top]) 13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 16. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 22. Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and...
... 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 SATAEXPRESS_E1 [top]) 13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 16. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 22. Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and...
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... a 1394 cable to any of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Doing so will damage the motherboard! 4. 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...
... a 1394 cable to any of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Doing so will damage the motherboard! 4. 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...
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..., which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-45 ROG Extension - ROG_EXT connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel, Front Base, and the other...
..., which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-45 ROG Extension - ROG_EXT connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel, Front Base, and the other...
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Use a multimeter to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings. 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. 1.2.9 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. 1-48 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 See the illustration below to the motherboard as shown on the following figure.
Use a multimeter to detect your system's current voltage and OC settings. 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. 1.2.9 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. 1-48 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 See the illustration below to the motherboard as shown on the following figure.
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...Ensure to the VRM zone • separate the VGA water cooling system and the CPU/VRM water cooling system for an optimal cooling result ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-49 Chapter 1 When building your water cooling kits. • route the water cooling kit from the CPU water block to keep the ...lock both ends of the tubing with the bundled clamps that cools the VRMs. G1/4-inch treads • CrossChill Copper is an exclusive ROG heatsink that improves heat dissipation while the G1/4-inch threaded sockets allows the user to the G1/4-inch threads. 1.2.10 CrossChill Copper CrossChill ...
...Ensure to the VRM zone • separate the VGA water cooling system and the CPU/VRM water cooling system for an optimal cooling result ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-49 Chapter 1 When building your water cooling kits. • route the water cooling kit from the CPU water block to keep the ...lock both ends of the tubing with the bundled clamps that cools the VRMs. G1/4-inch treads • CrossChill Copper is an exclusive ROG heatsink that improves heat dissipation while the G1/4-inch threaded sockets allows the user to the G1/4-inch threads. 1.2.10 CrossChill Copper CrossChill ...
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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. Remove the screw at the front of the mPCIe Combo III card metal cover. 2. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-11 Remove the two screws at the back then remove the metal cover. Chapter 2 3. It provides your...
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. Remove the screw at the front of the mPCIe Combo III card metal cover. 2. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-11 Remove the two screws at the back then remove the metal cover. Chapter 2 3. It provides your...
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... BIOS Flashback port. 5. Press the USB BIOS Flashback button. The light goes out when the process of your local ASUS Service Center. Updating BIOS may have risks. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-15 Turn off the system and connect the USB storage device to M7F.CAP. 3. A flashing light indicates that... the existing BIOS or operating system. To use the KeyBot feature. 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 3. • Connect your...
... BIOS Flashback port. 5. Press the USB BIOS Flashback button. The light goes out when the process of your local ASUS Service Center. Updating BIOS may have risks. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-15 Turn off the system and connect the USB storage device to M7F.CAP. 3. A flashing light indicates that... the existing BIOS or operating system. To use the KeyBot feature. 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 3. • Connect your...
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... Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. DisplayPort 10. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 4. The lower port supports the USB BIOS Flasback feature and the ROG Connect port. 9. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for the dedicated...3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port 3. HDMI port 5 ASMedia® USB 3.0 ports E1-2 6 LAN (RJ-45) port* 7 ROG Connect button 8 Intel® USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8. ASMedia® USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6. 12. Clear CMOS button 2.
... Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. DisplayPort 10. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 4. The lower port supports the USB BIOS Flasback feature and the ROG Connect port. 9. 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I /O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for the dedicated...3.0 ports 3 and 4 11. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port 3. HDMI port 5 ASMedia® USB 3.0 ports E1-2 6 LAN (RJ-45) port* 7 ROG Connect button 8 Intel® USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8. ASMedia® USB 3.0 ports 5 and 6. 12. Clear CMOS button 2.
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... values range from 0A to adjust the value. Fully Manual Mode [Disabled] Enable this item to enlarge the overclocking potential. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-19 Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to open up support of the voltage regulator during the load transient. Higher... value provides better power-saving condition. Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to increase to enhance the response of voltage control via ROG Connect and OC Panel.
... values range from 0A to adjust the value. Fully Manual Mode [Disabled] Enable this item to enlarge the overclocking potential. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-19 Power Saving Level 3 Threshold [Auto] Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to open up support of the voltage regulator during the load transient. Higher... value provides better power-saving condition. Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to increase to enhance the response of voltage control via ROG Connect and OC Panel.