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...corresponding binary/object code. The source code will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE ...Provide Source Code of reproduction and shipment, which you . Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it shipped to, by ASUS; ii Product warranty or service will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same ...
...corresponding binary/object code. The source code will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE ...Provide Source Code of reproduction and shipment, which you . Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it shipped to, by ASUS; ii Product warranty or service will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same ...
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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 software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-3 4.5 Dual Intelligent Processors 5 4-6 5-Way Optimization 4-6 Turbo Processing Unit (TPU 4-7 Energy Processing Unit (EPU... 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 software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.4 AI Suite 3...4-3 4.5 Dual Intelligent Processors 5 4-6 5-Way Optimization 4-6 Turbo Processing Unit (TPU 4-7 Energy Processing Unit (EPU... 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
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... relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you...
... relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you...
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... properly, take note of the following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you complete a task. Conventions used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to select. ix Italics Used to complete a task. . CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the...
... properly, take note of the following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you complete a task. Conventions used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to select. ix Italics Used to complete a task. . CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the...
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...deliver best-in-class 120dB signal-to run faster and smoother. You can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of each application to -noise ratio (SNR) output. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is an audio tuning software that simulates 7.1 channels even through a ... audio controls including Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity, Smart EQ, and Virtual Surround. 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX Formula 2014 SupremeFX Formula 2014 delivers audio that's as great as plugging them in. Sonic Studio Sonic Studio is a network management software that enhances ...
...deliver best-in-class 120dB signal-to run faster and smoother. You can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of each application to -noise ratio (SNR) output. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is an audio tuning software that simulates 7.1 channels even through a ... audio controls including Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity, Smart EQ, and Virtual Surround. 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX Formula 2014 SupremeFX Formula 2014 delivers audio that's as great as plugging them in. Sonic Studio Sonic Studio is a network management software that enhances ...
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... memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to protect the...
... memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to protect the...
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...ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-27 Chapter 1 Press the MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual... or on the computer. function. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of the MEMOK_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole...
...ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-27 Chapter 1 Press the MemOK! Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual... or on the computer. function. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of the MEMOK_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole...
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... the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Chapter 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-37 If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel...1.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Refer to section SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6...
... the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Chapter 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 1-37 If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel...1.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Refer to section SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6...
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...or update. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 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 UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you ... and requests you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as...
...or update. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 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 UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that you ... and requests you to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for this user manual refers to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as...
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... configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Refer to the system. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-3 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press hot key for entering the BIOS setup...voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the selected mode. Click the button to manually tune the fans Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets the system ...
... configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Refer to the system. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings. ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-3 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode or press hot key for entering the BIOS setup...voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the selected mode. Click the button to manually tune the fans Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets the system ...
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... the item and press . Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section My Favorites for your BIOS screen. Qfan Control(F6) This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in your BIOS. Use this button to MyFavorite menu. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-5 For changing the overclocking settings For changing the...
... the item and press . Click this button to manually tweak the fans to section My Favorites for your BIOS screen. Qfan Control(F6) This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in your BIOS. Use this button to MyFavorite menu. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-5 For changing the overclocking settings For changing the...
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... modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this section vary depending on the motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set the profiles supported by your memory modules for this item to set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting...
... modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this section vary depending on the motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set the profiles supported by your memory modules for this item to set overclocking parameters. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting...
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If you to set the less Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-9 Filter PLL [Auto] Set this item to high BCLK (base clock) mode when using a very high BCLK to adjust the value. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking ...or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 2-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. Use the or to improve overclocking capability....
If you to set the less Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-9 Filter PLL [Auto] Set this item to high BCLK (base clock) mode when using a very high BCLK to adjust the value. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking ...or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. 2-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 2-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. Use the or to improve overclocking capability....
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... on the CPU installed. Min. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU Ratio Tuner [Auto] Enable this item to automatically optimize the CPU Graphics Ratio or manually set the memory operating frequency. Use the or keys to adjust the value. Use the or keys to apply the optimized setting. The values depend...
... on the CPU installed. Min. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU Ratio Tuner [Auto] Enable this item to automatically optimize the CPU Graphics Ratio or manually set the memory operating frequency. Use the or keys to adjust the value. Use the or keys to apply the optimized setting. The values depend...
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... VRM Switching Frequency to 125%. External DIGI+ Power Control CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is selected. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM ...you set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. The field shows N/A if there are no devices installed on the slots. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-15 The thermal conditions should be monitored. The values range from 0% to [Manual].
... VRM Switching Frequency to 125%. External DIGI+ Power Control CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is selected. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM ...you set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. The field shows N/A if there are no devices installed on the slots. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-15 The thermal conditions should be monitored. The values range from 0% to [Manual].
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... item to enhance the system stability. CPU Current Capability [Auto] This item provides a total power range for the CPU right at boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DRAM Power Phase Control [Auto] This item allows you to set the power phase control of every phase component. [T. A higher value setting provides higher power...
... item to enhance the system stability. CPU Current Capability [Auto] This item provides a total power range for the CPU right at boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DRAM Power Phase Control [Auto] This item allows you to set the power phase control of every phase component. [T. A higher value setting provides higher power...
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...appears and allows you to enable this item to improve the power saving on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it enters manual override mode. CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you set the slew rate for the Fully... Integrated Voltage Regulator as it exits manual override mode. CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback [Auto] Allows the CPU to help voltage stability. Configuration options: [Disabled] [...
...appears and allows you to enable this item to improve the power saving on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it enters manual override mode. CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management [Auto] Allows you set the slew rate for the Fully... Integrated Voltage Regulator as it exits manual override mode. CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback [Auto] Allows the CPU to help voltage stability. Configuration options: [Disabled] [...
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Higher value provides better power-saving condition. Use or key to enlarge the overclocking potential. Fully Manual Mode [Disabled] Enable this item to open up support of the voltage regulator during the load transient. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [87... range from 0A to 50A at 1Amp increment. 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. Power...
Higher value provides better power-saving condition. Use or key to enlarge the overclocking potential. Fully Manual Mode [Disabled] Enable this item to open up support of the voltage regulator during the load transient. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [87... range from 0A to 50A at 1Amp increment. 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. Power...
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... offset the voltage by a negative value. The values range from 1.050000V to 2.200000V at 0.001V increment. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] Appear only when you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the CPU uncores including its cache. The following...adjust the value. CPU Cache Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU Core voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode [Adaptive Mode] Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] Configures the amount of the processor...
... offset the voltage by a negative value. The values range from 1.050000V to 2.200000V at 0.001V increment. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] Appear only when you to configure the amount of voltage fed to the CPU uncores including its cache. The following...adjust the value. CPU Cache Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU Core voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode [Adaptive Mode] Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] Configures the amount of the processor...
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... CPU Graphics voltage offset value. Increase the voltage to adjust the value. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode]. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920 V with a 0.001 V interval. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to configure the amount of... to the CPU cores when running in turbo mode. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-21
... CPU Graphics voltage offset value. Increase the voltage to adjust the value. The following item appears only when you set the CPU Graphics Voltage to [Manual Mode]. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920 V with a 0.001 V interval. CPU Graphics Voltage Override [Auto] This item allows you to configure the amount of... to the CPU cores when running in turbo mode. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VII FORMULA 3-21