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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 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-8 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-8 Appendices Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 vi
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 5-7 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5-8 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation......... 5-8 Appendices Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 vi
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... 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...
... 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...
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... initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources...
... initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources...
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... an installed USB 3.0 module, you to install the related driver to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. 3. The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on the operating system's setting. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-39 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector...
... an installed USB 3.0 module, you to install the related driver to connect a USB 3.0 module for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. 3. The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • These connectors are based on the operating system's setting. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-39 USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector...
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...; Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB ...controller. Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-17 Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out - Black - Gray - 4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel Line In...
...; Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB ...controller. Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 2-17 Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out - Black - Gray - 4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel Line In...
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The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. ... [SATA Express] The bandwidth will be assigned to SATA Express(SATAEXPRESS_1) for add-on devices with a better energy saving conditions. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-33 Status Check [On] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is designed for M.2 that SATA Express interface. Press to M.2 for add-on devices with M.2 disabled...
The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in the hard disks. ... [SATA Express] The bandwidth will be assigned to SATA Express(SATAEXPRESS_1) for add-on devices with a better energy saving conditions. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-33 Status Check [On] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is designed for M.2 that SATA Express interface. Press to M.2 for add-on devices with M.2 disabled...
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... operating systems (OS). [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of the USB ports. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-37 Chapter 3 Intel xHCI Mode [Smart Auto] [Smart Auto] Once the xHCI driver has been detected, the USB 3.0 mode will be supported during both POST and operating system. [Auto...] xHCI controller will be used only for the location of USB devices at USB 3.0 mode when the xHCI driver is installed in the operating system. [Enabled] Enables the xHCI controller. [Disabled] Disables the xHCI controller. Refer to the Motherboard layout...
... operating systems (OS). [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of the USB ports. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-37 Chapter 3 Intel xHCI Mode [Smart Auto] [Smart Auto] Once the xHCI driver has been detected, the USB 3.0 mode will be supported during both POST and operating system. [Auto...] xHCI controller will be used only for the location of USB devices at USB 3.0 mode when the xHCI driver is installed in the operating system. [Enabled] Enables the xHCI controller. [Disabled] Disables the xHCI controller. Refer to the Motherboard layout...
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.../2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto] Allows you set the Fast Boot to load the network stack driver during POST. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Full Initialization] Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. [Enabled] Select to [Enabled]. This process extends the POST time. Only...
.../2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto] Allows you set the Fast Boot to load the network stack driver during POST. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Full Initialization] Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. [Enabled] Select to [Enabled]. This process extends the POST time. Only...
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...to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from Network Devices [Legacy OPROM first] This item allows you to select the type of PCI-E/PCI expansion devices...Execute the Microsoft® Secure Boot check. Configuration options: [Both, Legacy OPROM first] [Both, UEFI first] [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (...
...to fully support the various VGA, bootable devices and add-on devices for better compatibility. Configuration options: [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from Network Devices [Legacy OPROM first] This item allows you to select the type of PCI-E/PCI expansion devices...Execute the Microsoft® Secure Boot check. Configuration options: [Both, Legacy OPROM first] [Both, UEFI first] [Legacy OPROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) This item allows you to configure the CSM (...
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...manuals The software manuals are in the support DVD. Contains the list of the user guide. Click to display the ASUS contact information. Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. Click Manual tab... in Portable Document Format (PDF). To read . 4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Install the necessary drivers to get the necessary software manuals. Contains ROG related videos. Chapter 4 2. Shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. From the Manual folder, open the folder of supplementary user ...
...manuals The software manuals are in the support DVD. Contains the list of the user guide. Click to display the ASUS contact information. Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. Click Manual tab... in Portable Document Format (PDF). To read . 4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Install the necessary drivers to get the necessary software manuals. Contains ROG related videos. Chapter 4 2. Shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. From the Manual folder, open the folder of supplementary user ...
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... 4: Software support With this utility, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to search and select the BIOS file Click to select a boot logo Click to automatically update your motherboard's software...
... 4: Software support With this utility, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that allows you to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software and firmware Click to search and select the BIOS file Click to select a boot logo Click to automatically update your motherboard's software...
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Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 4-23 Using the AP Mode The AP mode allows you to set your password for confirmation Click to disable AP mode Click to enable AP ... screen Click to set up the AP mode for other wireless-enabled devices. To use AP mode, click AP Mode on the Bluetooth/Internet device's driver support. • Due to Windows® 8 limitation, it may take one to two minutes to select a network connection Key in your system as an access...
Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 4-23 Using the AP Mode The AP mode allows you to set your password for confirmation Click to disable AP mode Click to enable AP ... screen Click to set up the AP mode for other wireless-enabled devices. To use AP mode, click AP Mode on the Bluetooth/Internet device's driver support. • Due to Windows® 8 limitation, it may take one to two minutes to select a network connection Key in your system as an access...
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...; 7/Windows® 8/ Windows® 8.1 ASUS HomeCloud Smart device Android 4.0 or higher versions iOS7 or later versions ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote • For Android devices, download the ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote from App Store. • Install the Wi-Fi GO! card driver and ASUS HomeCloud utility from Wi-Fi GO...! card driver to -private networks feature. • You can manage all your public clouds or sync and backup files among your PC anytime and anywhere ...
...; 7/Windows® 8/ Windows® 8.1 ASUS HomeCloud Smart device Android 4.0 or higher versions iOS7 or later versions ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote • For Android devices, download the ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote from App Store. • Install the Wi-Fi GO! card driver and ASUS HomeCloud utility from Wi-Fi GO...! card driver to -private networks feature. • You can manage all your public clouds or sync and backup files among your PC anytime and anywhere ...
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... Notify when using your previous settings after you to support zoom-in and normal mouse functions. • The Extended Mode support varies with the VGA driver installed in real-time using Remote Desktop function. The System User Account Control (UAC) will return to your smart device. Remote Desktop interface for Windows...
... Notify when using your previous settings after you to support zoom-in and normal mouse functions. • The Extended Mode support varies with the VGA driver installed in real-time using Remote Desktop function. The System User Account Control (UAC) will return to your smart device. Remote Desktop interface for Windows...
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...is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek® HD Audio Manager icon on the icon to install the Realtek® Audio Manager driver from the support DVD that offers six audio controls: Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity, Smart EQ (Smart Volume), and Virtual... Realtek® audio software is dedicated for 2-channel headset and offers one of the best virtual surround technology for gaming. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 4-35 4.6 ROG Audio features Installing the Software Follow the installation wizard to display the Realtek® HD Audio Manager. Double-click ...
...is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek® HD Audio Manager icon on the icon to install the Realtek® Audio Manager driver from the support DVD that offers six audio controls: Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity, Smart EQ (Smart Volume), and Virtual... Realtek® audio software is dedicated for 2-channel headset and offers one of the best virtual surround technology for gaming. Chapter 4 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 4-35 4.6 ROG Audio features Installing the Software Follow the installation wizard to display the Realtek® HD Audio Manager. Double-click ...
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Use two new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 5 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 5-1 Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. This RAID configuration provides data protection and... drives to the entire system. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. Refer to section 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk for this setup. If one drive to the surviving drive as a single drive but at a sustained data...
Use two new drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 5 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 5-1 Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. This RAID configuration provides data protection and... drives to the entire system. If you want to install a Windows® operating system to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation. Refer to section 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk for this setup. If one drive to the surviving drive as a single drive but at a sustained data...
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... does not provide a floppy drive connector. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to exit? (Y/N): 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID...use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS: 1. Chapter 5 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 5-7 You have to create a RAID driver disk. 7. From the utility main menu, select 5. Save ...
... does not provide a floppy drive connector. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to exit? (Y/N): 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID...use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. 5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS: 1. Chapter 5 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 5-7 You have to create a RAID driver disk. 7. From the utility main menu, select 5. Save ...
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... then click Browse. 3. Chapter 5 5-8 Chapter 5: RAID support Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to the USB flash drive. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. 6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete ...the installation. 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®: 1. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Start Windows®. 2. Click OK...
... then click Browse. 3. Chapter 5 5-8 Chapter 5: RAID support Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to the USB flash drive. Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. 6. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete ...the installation. 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®: 1. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Start Windows®. 2. Click OK...