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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features 1-3 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features 1-4 1.1.4 ASUS Special Features 1-4 1.1.5 ROG rich bundled software 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.2.4 System memory 1-10...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features 1-3 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features 1-4 1.1.4 ASUS Special Features 1-4 1.1.5 ROG rich bundled software 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-6 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-7 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.2.4 System memory 1-10...
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The default setting is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. ** Please refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z97 Express Chipset Dual channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 3200 (O.C.) / 3100 (O.C.) / 3000 (O.C.) / 2933 (O.C.) ...2160 @ 24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz DVI-D with maximum resolution of 1920 x 2000 @ 60Hz RGB with PCIe 2.0 x1 slots and M.2 connector. MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1150 socket for 4th/ New 4th/ 5th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel...
The default setting is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. ** Please refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z97 Express Chipset Dual channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 3200 (O.C.) / 3100 (O.C.) / 3000 (O.C.) / 2933 (O.C.) ...2160 @ 24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz DVI-D with maximum resolution of 1920 x 2000 @ 60Hz RGB with PCIe 2.0 x1 slots and M.2 connector. MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1150 socket for 4th/ New 4th/ 5th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel...
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... 7 x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports at back panel, 5 ports at back panel Audio Feature: - Optical S/PDIF out port at mid-board)** * Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, UASP standard on the Intel® native USB 3.0 is only supported under Windows® 8 / 8.1. ** 1 x USB 2.0 port (...functions depend on the next page) x Sonic SenseAmp - Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 13 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 - Sonic SoundStage - MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB Back I/O Ports Intel® Z97 Express Chipset: 6 x SATA 6 Gb/s ports* - Intel® Smart Response ...
... 7 x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports at back panel, 5 ports at back panel Audio Feature: - Optical S/PDIF out port at mid-board)** * Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, UASP standard on the Intel® native USB 3.0 is only supported under Windows® 8 / 8.1. ** 1 x USB 2.0 port (...functions depend on the next page) x Sonic SenseAmp - Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 13 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 - Sonic SoundStage - MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB Back I/O Ports Intel® Z97 Express Chipset: 6 x SATA 6 Gb/s ports* - Intel® Smart Response ...
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..., DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - NexFETTM Power Block MOSFET - 60A Ferrite Chokes - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors KeyBot - USB Charger+ - ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - Full digital CPU/DRAM power - DirectKey ROG RAMDisk UEFI BIOS features - MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary Back I/O Ports ROG Exclusive Features Special Features 1 x RGB (VGA) port 1 x DVI-D (DVI) port 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue...
..., DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - NexFETTM Power Block MOSFET - 60A Ferrite Chokes - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors KeyBot - USB Charger+ - ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - Full digital CPU/DRAM power - DirectKey ROG RAMDisk UEFI BIOS features - MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary Back I/O Ports ROG Exclusive Features Special Features 1 x RGB (VGA) port 1 x DVI-D (DVI) port 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue...
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MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Software Form Factor 1 x USB 3.0 connector (supports additional two USB 3.0 ports) 3 x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional five USB 2.0 ports, one ... BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst III ROG RAMDisk ROG CPU-Z ROG MemTweakIt Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage Home Cloud ASUS Utilities ATX Form Factor, 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
MAXIMUS VII HERO specifications summary Internal Connectors BIOS Features Manageability Software Form Factor 1 x USB 3.0 connector (supports additional two USB 3.0 ports) 3 x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional five USB 2.0 ports, one ... BIOS WfM2.0, DMI2.7, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst III ROG RAMDisk ROG CPU-Z ROG MemTweakIt Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage Home Cloud ASUS Utilities ATX Form Factor, 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VII HERO 3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x SLI® bridge 1 x I/O Shield 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 Q-Connector kit 1 x ROG Door Hanger ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xiii
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VII HERO 3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x SLI® bridge 1 x I/O Shield 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 Q-Connector kit 1 x ROG Door Hanger ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xiii
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.... SLI®/CrossFire™ On-Demand This motherboard features a unique PCIe 3.0 bridge chip to -point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-1 LGA1150 socket for 4th/ New 4th/ 5th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®...
.... SLI®/CrossFire™ On-Demand This motherboard features a unique PCIe 3.0 bridge chip to -point links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system's performance. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-1 LGA1150 socket for 4th/ New 4th/ 5th generation Intel® Core™ i7/Intel® Core™ i5/Intel® Core™ i3, Pentium®...
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...for all your gaming and multimedia activities. You can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of superior audio. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-3 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX The re-engineered ROG-exclusive SupremeFX audio technology features an onboard 8-channel high-definition sound of... what opponents and teammates are up your high-quality headphones as simple as plugging them in amp accordingly. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is equal in power, clarity, and range to including information on -board solution that automatically detects your ...
...for all your gaming and multimedia activities. You can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of superior audio. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-3 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX The re-engineered ROG-exclusive SupremeFX audio technology features an onboard 8-channel high-definition sound of... what opponents and teammates are up your high-quality headphones as simple as plugging them in amp accordingly. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is equal in power, clarity, and range to including information on -board solution that automatically detects your ...
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..., or directly to BIOS mode. You can connect their PC to the ROG website. DTS Interactive is renowned for individual users and home offices. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-5 DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on advanced anti virus technologies.
..., or directly to BIOS mode. You can connect their PC to the ROG website. DTS Interactive is renowned for individual users and home offices. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-5 DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on advanced anti virus technologies.
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-7
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-7
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...the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for LGA1150 socket ... you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-9 Chapter 1 Ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you install the correct CPU designed for 4th/ New 4th/ 5th...
...the LGA1150 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for LGA1150 socket ... you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-9 Chapter 1 Ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you install the correct CPU designed for 4th/ New 4th/ 5th...
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... A and Channel B. Under the default state, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • According to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-11 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is...
... A and Channel B. Under the default state, some memory modules for single-channel operation. • According to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-11 For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is...
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...(XMP) 16GB (4x 4GB) SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing DS - - 10-11-11-31 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 1.65 • • Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-13 DDR3 2666 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
...(XMP) 16GB (4x 4GB) SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing DS - - 10-11-11-31 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 1.65 • • Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-13 DDR3 2666 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-17 Timing G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2x 2GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 1.65 • • DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-17 Timing G.SKILL F3-14400CL9D-4GBRL(XMP) 4GB (2x 2GB ) DS - - 9-9-9-24 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 1.65 • • DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors...
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...; • - - - - 1333- 1.5 • • 9-9-9- 24 - 1.5 • • KINGSTON D2568JPUCPGGBU 11-11- - • • 11-28-1 Hynix H5TQ2G83CFRPBC - 1.5 • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-19 Size F3-12800CL9D-8GBSR2(XMP) 8GB (2x DS 4GB) F3-12800CL9Q-16GBXL(XMP) 16GB DS (4x 4GB) F3-12800CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP) 16GB DS (4x...
...; • - - - - 1333- 1.5 • • 9-9-9- 24 - 1.5 • • KINGSTON D2568JPUCPGGBU 11-11- - • • 11-28-1 Hynix H5TQ2G83CFRPBC - 1.5 • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-19 Size F3-12800CL9D-8GBSR2(XMP) 8GB (2x DS 4GB) F3-12800CL9Q-16GBXL(XMP) 16GB DS (4x 4GB) F3-12800CL9Q-16GBZL(XMP) 16GB DS (4x...
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...; - • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • 1.5 • • - • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-21 G.SKILL D3 128M8CE9 2GB - - - - - - - - N/A - DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS ACTICA ACT1GHU72C8G1333S 1GB SS ACTICA ACT2GHU64B8G1333M...
...; - • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • 1.5 • • - • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • 1.5 • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-21 G.SKILL D3 128M8CE9 2GB - - - - - - - - N/A - DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS ACTICA ACT1GHU72C8G1333S 1GB SS ACTICA ACT2GHU64B8G1333M...
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... the black slots as one (1) module inserted into both the red and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-23 Patriot RiDATA RiDATA SAMSUNG NANYA S-POWER S-POWER S-POWER Team Transcend MICRON - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of individual CPUs....slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. •...
... the black slots as one (1) module inserted into both the red and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Single-sided DS - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-23 Patriot RiDATA RiDATA SAMSUNG NANYA S-POWER S-POWER S-POWER Team Transcend MICRON - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of individual CPUs....slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. •...
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...PCIE_x1_2 - - I.G.F.X shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - PCIE_x4_1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - ASM1061 SATA6G - - - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-25 PCIE_x8_2 - shared EHCI #1 (USB 2.0) - - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) - - - - - shared - - PCIe_x16/x8_1 slot switches to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for this ...
...PCIE_x1_2 - - I.G.F.X shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - shared - - - - PCIE_x4_1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - ASM1061 SATA6G - - - Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-25 PCIE_x8_2 - shared EHCI #1 (USB 2.0) - - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) - - - - - shared - - PCIe_x16/x8_1 slot switches to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for this ...
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The button also lights up the system. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-27 Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up when the system is ...
The button also lights up the system. Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO 1-27 Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up when the system is ...