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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS VIII GENE 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 1.2.5 Expansion...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS VIII GENE 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 1.2.5 Expansion...
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... local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper... qualified service technician or your retailer. vi These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that the power cables for...
... local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper... qualified service technician or your retailer. vi These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that the power cables for...
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...parameters are not part of the support DVD that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. vii About this guide is... This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when...
...parameters are not part of the support DVD that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. vii About this guide is... This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when...
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... only mATX Form Factor, 9.6"x 9.6" (24.4cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VIII GENE 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x SLI™ bridge 1 x I/O Shield 1 x Q-Connector kit 1 x ROG Door Hanger 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x CPU...
... only mATX Form Factor, 9.6"x 9.6" (24.4cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS VIII GENE 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x SLI™ bridge 1 x I/O Shield 1 x Q-Connector kit 1 x ROG Door Hanger 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x CPU...
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xiv Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1151 CPU Intel LGA 1151 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xiv Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1151 CPU Intel LGA 1151 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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...bus standard that supports socket LGA1151 6th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. SLI®/CrossFire™ On-Demand This motherboard supports multi-GPU SLI®/CrossFireX™ graphics cards for faster data retrieval. We offer the best hardware engineering, the ... platform to join in making statements and we welcome the best gamers to optimize the PCIe allocation of PCIe 2.0. We believe in . ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-1 Additionally, Z170 provides a maximum 10 USB 3.0 ports, 6 SATA 6Gbit/s ports for an unrivalled gaming performance. It provides improved ...
...bus standard that supports socket LGA1151 6th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. SLI®/CrossFire™ On-Demand This motherboard supports multi-GPU SLI®/CrossFireX™ graphics cards for faster data retrieval. We offer the best hardware engineering, the ... platform to join in making statements and we welcome the best gamers to optimize the PCIe allocation of PCIe 2.0. We believe in . ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-1 Additionally, Z170 provides a maximum 10 USB 3.0 ports, 6 SATA 6Gbit/s ports for an unrivalled gaming performance. It provides improved ...
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...shares bandwidth with SATA ports 1 and 2 and will automatically disable those ports when an M.2 card is inserted. Chapter 1 M.2 Support This motherboard features an M.2 slot, which supports both the front and rear panels, allowing you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both PCIE and SATA ...modes. Complete USB 3.0 integration This motherboard offers you to ten times faster than USB 2.0. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Supports 2242 (22 mm x 42 mm), 2260 (22 mm...
...shares bandwidth with SATA ports 1 and 2 and will automatically disable those ports when an M.2 card is inserted. Chapter 1 M.2 Support This motherboard features an M.2 slot, which supports both the front and rear panels, allowing you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both PCIE and SATA ...modes. Complete USB 3.0 integration This motherboard offers you to ten times faster than USB 2.0. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Supports 2242 (22 mm x 42 mm), 2260 (22 mm...
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.... ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-3 Its unique Red Line Shielding and special metallic cover provides pristine sound and a highly attractive look for all your high-quality headphones as simple as plugging them in -game sound for a smooth networking experience. The Japan-made premium Nichicon capacitor ensures warm natural sound with exceptional clarity for the motherboard that...
.... ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-3 Its unique Red Line Shielding and special metallic cover provides pristine sound and a highly attractive look for all your high-quality headphones as simple as plugging them in -game sound for a smooth networking experience. The Japan-made premium Nichicon capacitor ensures warm natural sound with exceptional clarity for the motherboard that...
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... optical media into as many as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to gather information of the main devices of your CPU, motherboard, memory, and the whole component. It gives you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. 1.1.5 ROG... Anti-Virus Personal offers premium anti virus protection for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is based on advanced anti virus technologies. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-5 It also allows you the information and status of your system. DTS Connect To get the most out of an elite pack. ...
... optical media into as many as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to gather information of the main devices of your CPU, motherboard, memory, and the whole component. It gives you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. 1.1.5 ROG... Anti-Virus Personal offers premium anti virus protection for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is based on advanced anti virus technologies. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-5 It also allows you the information and status of your system. DTS Connect To get the most out of an elite pack. ...
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... ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
... ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 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 VIII GENE 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.
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... before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that you see any damage to support dual-channel (4 DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. Contact your retailer...related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-9 DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151...
... before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that you see any damage to support dual-channel (4 DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. Contact your retailer...related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-9 DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151...
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Recommended memory configurations 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. Chapter 1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
Recommended memory configurations 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. Chapter 1 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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... memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel...sizes in Channel A and Channel B. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-11 Check with the retailer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install memory modules of these memory modules depend on the motherboard. Chapter 1 Memory configurations You may...
... memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel...sizes in Channel A and Channel B. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-11 Check with the retailer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install memory modules of these memory modules depend on the motherboard. Chapter 1 Memory configurations You may...
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SS - Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Brand NO. Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Brand NO. SS - Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Brand NO. Chapter 1 MAXIMUS VIII GENE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 3600+ MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage CORSAIR CMD16GX4M4B3466C18 16GB (4 x 4GB) SS - - 18-19-19-38 1.35V G.SKILL F4-...
SS - Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Brand NO. Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Brand NO. SS - Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Brand NO. Chapter 1 MAXIMUS VIII GENE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 3600+ MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage CORSAIR CMD16GX4M4B3466C18 16GB (4 x 4GB) SS - - 18-19-19-38 1.35V G.SKILL F4-...
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Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 Slot Description PCIe 3.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x8_2 slot PCIe 3.0 x4_1 slot 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 Slot Description PCIe 3.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x8_2 slot PCIe 3.0 x4_1 slot 1-18 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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... - - - - - - - Asmedia 1142 USB3.1 Controller shared - - - - - - - PCIe_x16/x8_1 slot switches to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • New 6th generation Intel® Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0 speed rate. I.G.F.X shared - - - - - - - PCIEX8_2 - M.2 (SATA Controller) - - - - - - - ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-19 PCIEX4_1 shared - - - - - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) shared - - - - - - - Chapter 1 IRQ assignments for...
... - - - - - - - Asmedia 1142 USB3.1 Controller shared - - - - - - - PCIe_x16/x8_1 slot switches to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. • New 6th generation Intel® Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0 speed rate. I.G.F.X shared - - - - - - - PCIEX8_2 - M.2 (SATA Controller) - - - - - - - ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-19 PCIEX4_1 shared - - - - - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) shared - - - - - - - Chapter 1 IRQ assignments for...
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... to fine-tune performance when working on button that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to reboot the system. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually... up or wake up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or opencase system.
... to fine-tune performance when working on button that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to reboot the system. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually... up or wake up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or opencase system.
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...requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is not properly installed. Press and hold the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs ... 1 • Refer to test one set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. function. • The MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your ...
...requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is not properly installed. Press and hold the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs ... 1 • Refer to test one set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. function. • The MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your ...
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... booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. Hard Disk LED (HD_LED) The Hard Disk LED is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 2. The LED does not light up when there is designed to locate the root problem within seconds. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-23
... booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. Hard Disk LED (HD_LED) The Hard Disk LED is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 2. The LED does not light up when there is designed to locate the root problem within seconds. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII GENE 1-23