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... Stack Configuration 3-33 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-33 3.6.9 APM Configuration 3-35 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information 3-36 3.7 Monitor menu 3-37 3.8 Boot menu 3-42 3.9 Tool menu 3-47 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-47 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-48 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-49 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-50 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-50 3.10 Exit menu 3-51 iv
... Stack Configuration 3-33 3.6.8 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-33 3.6.9 APM Configuration 3-35 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information 3-36 3.7 Monitor menu 3-37 3.8 Boot menu 3-42 3.9 Tool menu 3-47 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-47 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-48 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-49 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-50 3.9.5 Graphics Card Information 3-50 3.10 Exit menu 3-51 iv
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...Clr CMOS - O.C. Push Notice - Q-Slot - One-click overclocking - ROG SSD Secure Erase - PC Cleaner - HyStream - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - Power On UEFI BIOS features : - Mobo Connect ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - AI Charger+ - USB BIOS Flashback - Q-LED...ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Graphics Card Information Preview ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - Tweakers' Paradise - USB 3.1 Boost - MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT...
...Clr CMOS - O.C. Push Notice - Q-Slot - One-click overclocking - ROG SSD Secure Erase - PC Cleaner - HyStream - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - Power On UEFI BIOS features : - Mobo Connect ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - AI Charger+ - USB BIOS Flashback - Q-LED...ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Graphics Card Information Preview ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - Tweakers' Paradise - USB 3.1 Boost - MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT...
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Chapter 1 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features Impact Power III Maximus VIII Impact's completely-digital power architecture is a built-in CPU Level UP, XMP, or directly to perform specific or several task at high currents - 3X... loss, cooler, longer lifespan LANGuard ROG revolutionizes the LAN port with premium components to provide precise power management and stable overclocking on your keyboard. You can also configure your system. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-3 KeyBot II KeyBot II is engineered with its components and peripherals. Use a multi-tester device to your keyboard to...
Chapter 1 1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features Impact Power III Maximus VIII Impact's completely-digital power architecture is a built-in CPU Level UP, XMP, or directly to perform specific or several task at high currents - 3X... loss, cooler, longer lifespan LANGuard ROG revolutionizes the LAN port with premium components to provide precise power management and stable overclocking on your keyboard. You can also configure your system. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-3 KeyBot II KeyBot II is engineered with its components and peripherals. Use a multi-tester device to your keyboard to...
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...-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the same CAS Latency. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more on the ...8GB and 16GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Memory module with the same CAS latency. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-11 Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of these memory modules depend on its corresponding timing or ...
...-channel operation. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the same CAS Latency. b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more on the ...8GB and 16GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Memory module with the same CAS latency. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-11 Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of these memory modules depend on its corresponding timing or ...
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RESET button Press the reset button to enhance system performance. 1. START (Power-on) button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or opencase system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system. 2.
RESET button Press the reset button to enhance system performance. 1. START (Power-on) button The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or opencase system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system. 2.
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The illustration above is for reference only. Use a multimeter to Probelt points on your system's current voltage and OC settings. Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. The motherboard layout and ProbeIt measure points may differ by models. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-41 Chapter 1 1.2.9 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your motherboard as shown on the illustration below.
The illustration above is for reference only. Use a multimeter to Probelt points on your system's current voltage and OC settings. Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. The motherboard layout and ProbeIt measure points may differ by models. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 1-41 Chapter 1 1.2.9 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your motherboard as shown on the illustration below.
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...BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that goes beyond the traditional...updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that are needed for this...
...BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that goes beyond the traditional...updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that are needed for this...
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..., mode and boot device priority. 3.2.1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the BIOS setup program Creates storage RAID and configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis... device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-3 Refer to the system. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings.
..., mode and boot device priority. 3.2.1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the BIOS setup program Creates storage RAID and configures system overclocking Chapter 3 Enables or disables the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis... device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-3 Refer to the system. The default screen for the advanced BIOS settings.
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...used system settings and configuration. Qfan Control(F6) This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in your system. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-5 Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for that the item has a submenu. Select frequentlyused BIOS ...To display the submenu, select the item and press . Click this button to manually tweak the fans to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your BIOS screen. Refer to MyFavorite menu. It also allows you to your BIOS. EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) This ...
...used system settings and configuration. Qfan Control(F6) This button above the menu bar shows all BIOS items in your system. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-5 Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for that the item has a submenu. Select frequentlyused BIOS ...To display the submenu, select the item and press . Click this button to manually tweak the fans to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your BIOS screen. Refer to MyFavorite menu. It also allows you to your BIOS. EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) This ...
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... modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your needs. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-11 Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. Scroll down to achieve the...
... modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your needs. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-11 Configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. Scroll down to achieve the...
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... 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BCLK Frequency [100] This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to enhance the system performance. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by the installed memory module is displayed. When the CPU ... Ratio Limit, do not set to default core ratio settings. If you to set the less Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. When the Ai Overclock Tuner is set to [Synch All Cores], the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default ...
... 3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BCLK Frequency [100] This item allows you to set the BCLK (base clock) frequency to enhance the system performance. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by the installed memory module is displayed. When the CPU ... Ratio Limit, do not set to default core ratio settings. If you to set the less Core Ratio Limit to [Auto]. When the Ai Overclock Tuner is set to [Synch All Cores], the following item appears: 1-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default ...
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... enable, disable or automatically set the odd ratio to provide better granularity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air... ratio will be set to 100:133. [100:100] The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency ratio will be set the DRAM timing control features. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-13
... enable, disable or automatically set the odd ratio to provide better granularity. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance. [Keep Current Settings] Keep the current settings without changing anything. [TPU I] Applies air... ratio will be set to 100:133. [100:100] The BCLK frequency to DRAM frequency ratio will be set the DRAM timing control features. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-13
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...DIMM slots. DO NOT remove the thermal module. CPU Current Capability [Auto] This item provides a total power range for best memory overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] External Digi+ Power Control CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by ...] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [40] Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Set this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Configuration options [Auto] [Level 1] - [Level 8] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your system. A higher value setting provides ...
...DIMM slots. DO NOT remove the thermal module. CPU Current Capability [Auto] This item provides a total power range for best memory overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [7] External Digi+ Power Control CPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by ...] [Disabled] DRAM CLK Period [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [40] Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Set this item to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability. Configuration options [Auto] [Level 1] - [Level 8] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your system. A higher value setting provides ...
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... Frequency is selected. Select [Manual] to configure a higher frequency for extra power support. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for a quicker transient response speed. Do not remove the thermal module when the manual mode is set to set a higher... KHz. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] This item allows you set the power phase control of the CPU. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-15
... Frequency is selected. Select [Manual] to configure a higher frequency for extra power support. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for a quicker transient response speed. Do not remove the thermal module when the manual mode is set to set a higher... KHz. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Power Phase Control [Auto] This item allows you set the power phase control of the CPU. Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-15
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... the GT loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high GT loading for GT overclocking. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup CPU Power Thermal Control [115] Higher temperature provides a wider CPU power thermal...voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the GT specification. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Use the or to enlarge the overclocking potential. Fixed CPU Graphics Switching Frequency (KHz) [500] This item allows you set the CPU Graphics Switching Frequency to set...
... the GT loading. Configuration options: [Auto] [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high GT loading for GT overclocking. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup CPU Power Thermal Control [115] Higher temperature provides a wider CPU power thermal...voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the GT specification. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Use the or to enlarge the overclocking potential. Fixed CPU Graphics Switching Frequency (KHz) [500] This item allows you set the CPU Graphics Switching Frequency to set...
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...900] Core PLL Boot Voltage [Auto] The voltage for CPU VCCIO at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - [1.8000] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Power Phase Response] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to ...DRAM voltage regulator. Fixed DRAM Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This item allows you to configure a higher frequency to increase the overclocking range or a lower frequency to 500 KHz with an interval of the CPU Graphics. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - ...
...900] Core PLL Boot Voltage [Auto] The voltage for CPU VCCIO at initial boot. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - [1.8000] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-17 Configuration options: [Auto] [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Power Phase Response] DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to ...DRAM voltage regulator. Fixed DRAM Switching Frequency (KHz) [300] This item allows you to configure a higher frequency to increase the overclocking range or a lower frequency to 500 KHz with an interval of the CPU Graphics. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.7000] - ...
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... limit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to set the DC loadline defined in 1/100 mOhms. Use the and keys to start overclocking from the assigned BCLK frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] Tweaker's Paradise Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to adjust the value...
... limit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to set the DC loadline defined in 1/100 mOhms. Use the and keys to start overclocking from the assigned BCLK frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] Tweaker's Paradise Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to adjust the value...
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Use the and keys to Level 8 when overclocking High BCLK or High CPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [-0.22] [-0.34] [-0.46] [+0.12] [+0.22] [+0.28] [+0.38] [+0.17] BCLK Frequency Slew Rate This item allows ... Limit Max. [Auto] This item allows you to configure a higher current limit to get more accurate base clocks. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [255.50] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-19 Disable to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Lower values speed up clock changes.
Use the and keys to Level 8 when overclocking High BCLK or High CPU frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [-0.22] [-0.34] [-0.46] [+0.12] [+0.22] [+0.28] [+0.38] [+0.17] BCLK Frequency Slew Rate This item allows ... Limit Max. [Auto] This item allows you to configure a higher current limit to get more accurate base clocks. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.00] - [255.50] Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-19 Disable to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. Lower values speed up clock changes.
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... the maximum possible CPU cache ratio. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use the and keys to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU graphics ratio. Configuration options: [Auto] [8] - [83] Max. CPU Graphics Current Limit Max. [Auto...
... the maximum possible CPU cache ratio. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use the and keys to prevent a frequency or power throttling when overclocking. CPU Graphics Ratio [Auto] This item allows you to set the CPU graphics ratio. Configuration options: [Auto] [8] - [83] Max. CPU Graphics Current Limit Max. [Auto...
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Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-49 Load/Save Profile from/to USB Drive Load/Save profiles from/to store or load multiple BIOS settings. 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to an external USB Drive. Profile Name Key in the profile name to save current BIOS settings to profile 1 to 8. Save to Profile Saves the current BIOS settings to profile number 1 to 8.
Chapter 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT 3-49 Load/Save Profile from/to USB Drive Load/Save profiles from/to store or load multiple BIOS settings. 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to an external USB Drive. Profile Name Key in the profile name to save current BIOS settings to profile 1 to 8. Save to Profile Saves the current BIOS settings to profile number 1 to 8.