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... Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers offers you the best of the best. We believe in competitions. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-1
... Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers offers you the best of the best. We believe in competitions. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-1
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...information on the precise direction and origin of gunshots, footsteps, and call-outs when playing first person shooting (FPS) games. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-3 Its unique Red Line Shielding and special metallic cover provides pristine sound and a highly attractive look for the motherboard that... all your high-quality headphones as simple as plugging them in -game sound for a smooth networking experience. GameFirst technology ASUS GameFirst technology is a network management software that features four preset packet prioritized profiles facilitating user's need. SupremeFX 2015 revolutionizes ...
...information on the precise direction and origin of gunshots, footsteps, and call-outs when playing first person shooting (FPS) games. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-3 Its unique Red Line Shielding and special metallic cover provides pristine sound and a highly attractive look for the motherboard that... all your high-quality headphones as simple as plugging them in -game sound for a smooth networking experience. GameFirst technology ASUS GameFirst technology is a network management software that features four preset packet prioritized profiles facilitating user's need. SupremeFX 2015 revolutionizes ...
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...; up in the game, so you to an external decoder. Plus, download awesome Overwolf apps to make your CPU, motherboard, memory, and the whole component. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-5 Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is capable of performing...
...; up in the game, so you to an external decoder. Plus, download awesome Overwolf apps to make your CPU, motherboard, memory, and the whole component. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-5 Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is capable of performing...
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ASUS MAXIMUS VIII 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 VIII 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.
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...only. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does...misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. Chapter 1 Ensure that you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard supports the New 6th Gen Intel® Core™ processors on the LGA1151 package, ...
...only. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1151 socket. • The product warranty does...misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. Chapter 1 Ensure that you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-9 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard supports the New 6th Gen Intel® Core™ processors on the LGA1151 package, ...
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... operate at http://support.microsoft. Check with the same CAS latency. c) For more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-11 For effective use a more memory on the motherboard. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install memory modules of memory, we recommend that you...
... operate at http://support.microsoft. Check with the same CAS latency. c) For more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-11 For effective use a more memory on the motherboard. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install memory modules of memory, we recommend that you...
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...;•• 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• 1.2 • • 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-15 Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Brand AVD4U26661504G-4CIR 4GB SS (XMP) AVD4U26661608G-4CIR (XMP) 32GB ( 8x DS 4GB ) CMD16GX4M4A2666C15 16GB ( 4x SS (Ver4...
...;•• 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• 1.2 • • 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• 1.2 ••• ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-15 Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Brand AVD4U26661504G-4CIR 4GB SS (XMP) AVD4U26661608G-4CIR (XMP) 32GB ( 8x DS 4GB ) CMD16GX4M4A2666C15 16GB ( 4x SS (Ver4...
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...the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. SK ...CPUs. We suggest that you install the modules into both the grey and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-17 Panram PUD42133C158G2VS Panram SanMax SanMax SUPER TALENT Team Transcend PUD42133C158GNJK SMD-4G28HP-21P SMD-8G28HP-21P FBU2B008GM TED44GM2133C15ABK TS1GLH64V1H ...
...the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. SK ...CPUs. We suggest that you install the modules into both the grey and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-17 Panram PUD42133C158G2VS Panram SanMax SanMax SUPER TALENT Team Transcend PUD42133C158GNJK SMD-4G28HP-21P SMD-8G28HP-21P FBU2B008GM TED44GM2133C15ABK TS1GLH64V1H ...
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... you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to x8 mode when PCIe_x8_2 slot is occupied. PCIE_X1_3 - - - ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-19 PCIE_X8_2 - PCIE_X1_2 - - shared - - - - High Definition Audio shared - - - - - - - PCIe_x16/x8_1 slot switches to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for this...
... you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to x8 mode when PCIe_x8_2 slot is occupied. PCIE_X1_3 - - - ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-19 PCIE_X8_2 - PCIE_X1_2 - - shared - - - - High Definition Audio 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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... lights up the system. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or opencase system. This is plugged to reboot the system. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-21
... lights up the system. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or opencase system. This is plugged to reboot the system. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-21
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Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-23 4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking.
Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-23 4. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS) Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking.
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Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-25 Refer to the Q-Code table on the following page for details. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. 3.
Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-25 Refer to the Q-Code table on the following page for details. Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. 3.
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...-memory System Agent initialization is started Pre-memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization Reserved for future AMI error codes (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-27 E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC - Chapter 1 Q-Code table Code 10 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - 36 37...
...-memory System Agent initialization is started Pre-memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization Reserved for future AMI error codes (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-27 E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC - Chapter 1 Q-Code table Code 10 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - 36 37...
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... Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-29
... Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-29
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Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-31 1.2.8 Jumper 1. LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
Chapter 1 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-31 1.2.8 Jumper 1. LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
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... 3.0 ports under Windows® 7, Windows® 8, and Windows® 8.1. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on xHCI specification. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-33 2. USB3_34) This connector allows you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to connect a USB 3.0 module for...
... 3.0 ports under Windows® 7, Windows® 8, and Windows® 8.1. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on xHCI specification. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-33 2. USB3_34) This connector allows you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to connect a USB 3.0 module for...
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... motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to [HD] or [AC97]. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-35 Chapter 1 5.
... motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC'97 front panel audio module to [HD] or [AC97]. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-35 Chapter 1 5.
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The power supply plugs are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use two or more power-... the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to fit these connectors in only one orientation. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-37 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for details. 7.
The power supply plugs are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use two or more power-... the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to fit these connectors in only one orientation. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-37 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for details. 7.
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TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-39 Chapter 1 9. ROG_EXT connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel, Front Base, and the other ROG device. ...• The OC Panel and Front Base are purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the OC Panel and Front Base. 10. ROG Extension - A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects...
TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-39 Chapter 1 9. ROG_EXT connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel, Front Base, and the other ROG device. ...• The OC Panel and Front Base are purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the OC Panel and Front Base. 10. ROG Extension - A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects...
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Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I /O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-41 The add-on Thunderbolt I /O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately. Chapter 1 13.
Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I /O card that supports Intel's Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect up to six Thunderbolt-enabled devices and a DisplayPort-enabled display in a daisy-chain configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO 1-41 The add-on Thunderbolt I /O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately. Chapter 1 13.
