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... 2-24 2.5 Starting up for the first time 2-25 2.6 Turning off the computer 2-25 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 My Favorites 3-7 3.4 Main menu 3-8 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-11 3.6 Advanced menu 3-21 3.6.1 CPU Configuration 3-22 3.6.2 Platform Misc Configuration 3-24 3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration 3-25 3.6.4 ROG Effects 3-27 3.6.5 PCH Configuration 3-28...
... 2-24 2.5 Starting up for the first time 2-25 2.6 Turning off the computer 2-25 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 My Favorites 3-7 3.4 Main menu 3-8 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-11 3.6 Advanced menu 3-21 3.6.1 CPU Configuration 3-22 3.6.2 Platform Misc Configuration 3-24 3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration 3-25 3.6.4 ROG Effects 3-27 3.6.5 PCH Configuration 3-28...
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3.7 Monitor menu 3-36 3.8 Boot menu 3-41 3.9 Tool menu 3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-46 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-46 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-48 3.9.4 BIOS Flashback 3-48 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-49 3.9.6 ASUS SPD Information 3-50 3.9.7 Graphics Card Information 3-50 3.10 Exit menu 3-51 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-52 Chapter 4: Software Support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information...
3.7 Monitor menu 3-36 3.8 Boot menu 3-41 3.9 Tool menu 3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-46 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-46 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-48 3.9.4 BIOS Flashback 3-48 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-49 3.9.6 ASUS SPD Information 3-50 3.9.7 Graphics Card Information 3-50 3.10 Exit menu 3-51 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-52 Chapter 4: Software Support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information...
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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 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-6 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 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-6 vi
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...BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS... Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the standard package. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com)... Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software Support ...
...BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS... Setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the standard package. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com)... Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software Support ...
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... Zone - DirectKey - GPU.DIMM Post - MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Intel® Z170 Express Chipset - X.M.P. - Extreme Tweaker - LN2 Mode header - Tweakers' Paradise - Start button - Profile - Extreme Engine Digi+ - ProbeIt - Power On UEFI BIOS features: - Graphics Card Information Preview USB BIOS Flashback (continued on the next page) xii supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost: - 6 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports...
... Zone - DirectKey - GPU.DIMM Post - MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Features Intel® Z170 Express Chipset - X.M.P. - Extreme Tweaker - LN2 Mode header - Tweakers' Paradise - Start button - Profile - Extreme Engine Digi+ - ProbeIt - Power On UEFI BIOS features: - Graphics Card Information Preview USB BIOS Flashback (continued on the next page) xii supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost: - 6 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports...
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... PC screen.* * Contact your entertainment goes wherever you go! - Media Streamer app for supporting information. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Shield - Function: Cloud GO!, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer - Wi-Fi...MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary Special Features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, and Turbo App Wi-Fi GO! - Wi-Fi GO! USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Charger+ - ASUS...
... PC screen.* * Contact your entertainment goes wherever you go! - Media Streamer app for supporting information. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Shield - Function: Cloud GO!, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer - Wi-Fi...MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary Special Features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, and Turbo App Wi-Fi GO! - Wi-Fi GO! USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Charger+ - ASUS...
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...x Slow mode switch 1 x Memory switch header 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x MemOK! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.0) 1 x BIOS Flashback Button 1 x Clear CMOS button 4 x USB 3.1 ports (1 x Type-C [black] and 3 x Type-A [red]) 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port... 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x EZ Plug connector 9 x ProbeIt Measurement Points 1 x Power-on the next page) xiv MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary Back I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO!
...x Slow mode switch 1 x Memory switch header 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x System panel connector 1 x MemOK! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.0) 1 x BIOS Flashback Button 1 x Clear CMOS button 4 x USB 3.1 ports (1 x Type-C [black] and 3 x Type-A [red]) 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue] 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port... 1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector 1 x EZ Plug connector 9 x ProbeIt Measurement Points 1 x Power-on the next page) xiv MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary Back I/O Ports Internal I/O Ports 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO!
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MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS... ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Overwolf Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage HomeCloud ASUS Utilities Windows® 10* Windows® 8.1* Windows® 7 * 64-bit supported only Extended ATX...
MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS... ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache ROG CPU-Z ROG Mem TweakIt Overwolf Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage HomeCloud ASUS Utilities Windows® 10* Windows® 8.1* Windows® 7 * 64-bit supported only Extended ATX...
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... a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is a built-in microprocessor that provides instant upgrade to your keyboard. Overwolf The clever unobtrusive overlay that are among the industry's highest. This feature supports USB keyboards only. 1.1.3 ASUS Special Features AI Suite 3 With...
... a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is a built-in microprocessor that provides instant upgrade to your keyboard. Overwolf The clever unobtrusive overlay that are among the industry's highest. This feature supports USB keyboards only. 1.1.3 ASUS Special Features AI Suite 3 With...
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... 1-37 1-37 1-39 1-45 1-46 1-38 1-39 1-46 1-41 1-44 1-27 1-27 1-40 1-45 1-47 1-41 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DRAM channel jumper (3-pin DRAM_CHA) 15. BIOS switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) 25. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 28. button 14. USB3_34) 17. M.2 connector 22. PCIe x16 Lane switch 6. RESET button 7. Q-Code LED...
... 1-37 1-37 1-39 1-45 1-46 1-38 1-39 1-46 1-41 1-44 1-27 1-27 1-40 1-45 1-47 1-41 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DRAM channel jumper (3-pin DRAM_CHA) 15. BIOS switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) 25. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 28. button 14. USB3_34) 17. M.2 connector 22. PCIe x16 Lane switch 6. RESET button 7. Q-Code LED...
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...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. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.... • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Load the X.M.P. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-21 Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of individual CPUs. Chapter 1 Side(s): SS - We suggest that ...
...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. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.... • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Load the X.M.P. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-21 Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one pair of individual CPUs. Chapter 1 Side(s): SS - We suggest that ...
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...Refer to section Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-25 To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory... set is not properly installed. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot...
...Refer to section Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-25 To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory... set is not properly installed. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fails to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot...
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... When pressed, it forces the system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. ReTry button (RETRY_BUTTON) The ReTry button is specially designed for overclockers and is most useful during the booting process where the Reset button...
... When pressed, it forces the system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. ReTry button (RETRY_BUTTON) The ReTry button is specially designed for overclockers and is most useful during the booting process where the Reset button...
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Press the BIOS button to the PCIe slots will indicate the recommended slots for your graphic cards (2-Way/3-Way/4-Way) when the SLI/CFX button is pressed whilst your system is OFF. 7. This function only works when the system is turned off. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-27 BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS. SLI/CFX button (SLI/CFX) The LEDs next to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. Chapter 1 6. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the currently selected BIOS.
Press the BIOS button to the PCIe slots will indicate the recommended slots for your graphic cards (2-Way/3-Way/4-Way) when the SLI/CFX button is pressed whilst your system is OFF. 7. This function only works when the system is turned off. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-27 BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS. SLI/CFX button (SLI/CFX) The LEDs next to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. Chapter 1 6. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the currently selected BIOS.
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Press the BIOS button to DRAM channel jumper for more information. 4. DIMM LED (DIMM_A1_LED; Refer to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is enabled. BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. DIMM_B1_LED) The DIMM LED indicates when the corresponding memory channel is in use. 1-30 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 3.
Press the BIOS button to DRAM channel jumper for more information. 4. DIMM LED (DIMM_A1_LED; Refer to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is enabled. BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. DIMM_B1_LED) The DIMM LED indicates when the corresponding memory channel is in use. 1-30 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 3.
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...to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and...configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to [AHCI Mode] by default. SATAEXPRESS12) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode]. Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel...
...to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and...configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z170 chipset. • These connectors are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to [AHCI Mode] by default. SATAEXPRESS12) These connectors connect to [AHCI Mode]. Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel...
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... power. 1-44 Chapter 1: Product Introduction System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. 9. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the system power...
... power. 1-44 Chapter 1: Product Introduction System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. 9. Connect the chassis power LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the system power...
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...UASP UFlSaBshBbIaOcSk USB 3.0/UASP USB 3.0/UASP UFlSaBshBbIaOcSk USB 3.0/UASP USB 3.0/UASP 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 3T3R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! IO ...Shield BIOS • Ensure that the antenna is for all persons. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation software. • Ensure that the ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is the same for reference only. The...
...UASP UFlSaBshBbIaOcSk USB 3.0/UASP USB 3.0/UASP UFlSaBshBbIaOcSk USB 3.0/UASP USB 3.0/UASP 2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 3T3R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! IO ...Shield BIOS • Ensure that the antenna is for all persons. Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation software. • Ensure that the ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is the same for reference only. The...
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... M8E.CAP. 3. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-13 Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds, and the BIOS is complete. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website. 2. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to the USB BIOS Flashback port. 5. Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is enabled. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you...
... M8E.CAP. 3. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-13 Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds, and the BIOS is complete. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website. 2. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to the USB BIOS Flashback port. 5. Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is enabled. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you...
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ASMedia® USB 3.0 port E12. ASUS Wi-Fi GO! DisplayPort 5. ASMedia® USB 3.1 Type-A port E34. Intel® USB 3.1 Type-C port C2. Supports USB 3.1 Boost. 11. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel ... USB 3.1 Boost. 3. Intel® USB 3.0 port 5 and 6. LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. HDMI port 10. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 14. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port 7. USB BIOS Flashback button 8. Supports USB 3.1 Boost. 12. Upper port supports the KeyBot II feature, and lower port supports USB...
ASMedia® USB 3.0 port E12. ASUS Wi-Fi GO! DisplayPort 5. ASMedia® USB 3.1 Type-A port E34. Intel® USB 3.1 Type-C port C2. Supports USB 3.1 Boost. 11. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel ... USB 3.1 Boost. 3. Intel® USB 3.0 port 5 and 6. LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. HDMI port 10. Optical S/PDIF OUT port 14. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port 7. USB BIOS Flashback button 8. Supports USB 3.1 Boost. 12. Upper port supports the KeyBot II feature, and lower port supports USB...