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..., and bragging rights means everything. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to support dual-channel (4 DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-1 PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is a single-chipset design that provides twice the performance and speed of Gamers, mercy rules are only for...
..., and bragging rights means everything. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to support dual-channel (4 DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-1 PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is a single-chipset design that provides twice the performance and speed of Gamers, mercy rules are only for...
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... consists of voltage currently running in your keyboard. KeyBot II KeyBot II is engineered with its components and peripherals. This feature supports USB keyboards only. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-3 Dynamic speed adjustments and intricate manual controls let you detect the amount of ten (10) ProbeIt measurement points that provides instant upgrade to BIOS mode...
... consists of voltage currently running in your keyboard. KeyBot II KeyBot II is engineered with its components and peripherals. This feature supports USB keyboards only. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-3 Dynamic speed adjustments and intricate manual controls let you detect the amount of ten (10) ProbeIt measurement points that provides instant upgrade to BIOS mode...
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... a DRAM efficiency tool that allows you to read DRAM timings and allows you to post and share your system's current information with the virtual copies. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-5 Use the ROG look of reporting your DRAM configuration scores to work with ROG CPU-Z. Consumers can browse, email, IM, stream or record while you...
... a DRAM efficiency tool that allows you to read DRAM timings and allows you to post and share your system's current information with the virtual copies. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-5 Use the ROG look of reporting your DRAM configuration scores to work with ROG CPU-Z. Consumers can browse, email, IM, stream or record while you...
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to sections 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-7
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to sections 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-7
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... missing, or if you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support dual-channel (2 DIMM) DDR4.../removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 only. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-9
... missing, or if you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support dual-channel (2 DIMM) DDR4.../removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1151 only. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-9
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...; The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-11 Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for...
...; The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the CPU's capabilities and other installed devices. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-11 Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for...
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... 1.2 • • 15-17-17-35 1.2 • • 16-16-18-35 1.2 • • 16-18-18-35 1.2 • • (Continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-19 Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. Chapter 1 DDR4 2666 MHz capacity Vendors Part No.
... 1.2 • • 15-17-17-35 1.2 • • 16-16-18-35 1.2 • • 16-18-18-35 1.2 • • (Continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-19 Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. Chapter 1 DDR4 2666 MHz capacity Vendors Part No.
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SS - - Supports two (2) modules inserted into the red slots as Single-channel memory configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-23 Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the module into any slot as one (1) module inserted into A1 slot. Size Panram...-channel memory configuration. • When running XMP at DDR4 3200 MHz or higher, the system's stability depends on the CPU's capabilities. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the...
SS - - Supports two (2) modules inserted into the red slots as Single-channel memory configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-23 Single-sided DS - We suggest that you install the module into any slot as one (1) module inserted into A1 slot. Size Panram...-channel memory configuration. • When running XMP at DDR4 3200 MHz or higher, the system's stability depends on the CPU's capabilities. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. settings in the BIOS for the...
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shared High Definition Audio shared - - - - - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) shared - - - - - - - mSAS shared - - - - - - - ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-25 SATA #1 shared - - - - - - - Intel LAN Controller shared - - - - - - - Wi-Fi - - SATA Controller - - - - - - - Intel Alpine Ridge shared - - - - - - - Chapter 1 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIE_x16 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - -
shared High Definition Audio shared - - - - - - - XHCI (USB 3.0) shared - - - - - - - mSAS shared - - - - - - - ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-25 SATA #1 shared - - - - - - - Intel LAN Controller shared - - - - - - - Wi-Fi - - SATA Controller - - - - - - - Intel Alpine Ridge shared - - - - - - - Chapter 1 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIE_x16 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - -
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Q LED Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-27 It blinks when data is solved. If an error is found, the corresponding LED continues flashing until the problem is being written into or ...
Q LED Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-27 It blinks when data is solved. If an error is found, the corresponding LED continues flashing until the problem is being written into or ...
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... 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - 36 37 - 3A 3B - 3E 4F Description Not used Power on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-29
... 11 - 14 15 - 18 19 - 1C 2B - 2F 30 31 32 - 36 37 - 3A 3B - 3E 4F Description Not used Power on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-29
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... Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-31 Chapter 1 Q-Code table Code F9 FA FB -
... Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-31 Chapter 1 Q-Code table Code F9 FA FB -
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... the S3 sleep state System is in PIC mode. Interrupt controller is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-33 Interrupt controller is in APIC mode.
... the S3 sleep state System is in PIC mode. Interrupt controller is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-33 Interrupt controller is in APIC mode.
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...® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, and Windows® 10. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on xHCI specification. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-35 With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging...
...® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, and Windows® 10. • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on xHCI specification. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-35 With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging...
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.... • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-37 Chapter 1 5.
.... • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-37 Chapter 1 5.
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... SupremeFX III audio card to install to the SupremeFX III connector of your bundled SupremeFX Impact III audio card to section 2.1.3 SupremeFX Impact III audio card installation. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-39 Chapter 1 7. Connect your motherboard. For details regarding the SupremeFX III Impact audio card, refer to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the...
... SupremeFX III audio card to install to the SupremeFX III connector of your bundled SupremeFX Impact III audio card to section 2.1.3 SupremeFX Impact III audio card installation. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-39 Chapter 1 7. Connect your motherboard. For details regarding the SupremeFX III Impact audio card, refer to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the...
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The motherboard layout and ProbeIt measure points may differ by models. Chapter 1 1.2.9 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. Use a multimeter to detect your motherboard as shown on the illustration below. Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to Probelt points on your system's current voltage and OC settings. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-41 The illustration above is for reference only.
The motherboard layout and ProbeIt measure points may differ by models. Chapter 1 1.2.9 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. Use a multimeter to detect your motherboard as shown on the illustration below. Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to Probelt points on your system's current voltage and OC settings. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-41 The illustration above is for reference only.
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Line-in port (blue LED) Line-out port (green LED) Microphone port (red LED) To know more about channel configurations and connecting audio devices, refer to connect your audio devices such as high-definition speakers, microphone, or a headset for a superior audio experience. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-43 The LEDs inside the audio ports will light up when the system is powered on. Chapter 1 2. Audio ports These high-definition audio ports allow you to section 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections.
Line-in port (blue LED) Line-out port (green LED) Microphone port (red LED) To know more about channel configurations and connecting audio devices, refer to connect your audio devices such as high-definition speakers, microphone, or a headset for a superior audio experience. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-43 The LEDs inside the audio ports will light up when the system is powered on. Chapter 1 2. Audio ports These high-definition audio ports allow you to section 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections.
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Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models. 1. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 2-1
Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are aligned to the chassis rear I /O panel. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis' rear I /O panel. 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models. 1. Chapter 2 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 2-1
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ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 2-3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 2-3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.