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... time 3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-4 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-5 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-7 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-8 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-9 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-9 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-9 4.2.4 Menu items 4-10 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-10 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-10 4.2.7 Pop-up...
... time 3-1 3.2 Turning off the computer 3-2 3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function 3-2 3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch 3-2 Chapter 4: BIOS setup 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.1.1 ASUS Update utility 4-1 4.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 4-4 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility 4-5 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 4-7 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-8 4.2.1 BIOS menu screen 4-9 4.2.2 Menu bar 4-9 4.2.3 Navigation keys 4-9 4.2.4 Menu items 4-10 4.2.5 Sub-menu items 4-10 4.2.6 Configuration fields 4-10 4.2.7 Pop-up...
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... includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ix Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the...
... includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ix Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the...
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xiii Support DVD: Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Futuremark® 3DMark® 06 Advanced Edition Kaspersky® Anti-virus software ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Accessories Software Form Factor 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI...
xiii Support DVD: Drivers ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite Futuremark® 3DMark® 06 Advanced Edition Kaspersky® Anti-virus software ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Accessories Software Form Factor 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI...
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...motherboard that allows you to personalize and add style to restore corrupted BIOS data from the available options. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of your choice from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See pages 2-37 for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS...computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS MyLogo 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. See pages 2-15 and 2-33 for details. See page 4-11 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to your BIOS in one easy...
...motherboard that allows you to personalize and add style to restore corrupted BIOS data from the available options. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of your choice from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. See pages 2-37 for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS...computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. ASUS MyLogo 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. See pages 2-15 and 2-33 for details. See page 4-11 for details. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to your BIOS in one easy...
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Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-12 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu 4-17 4.5 Advanced menu 4-23 4.6 Power menu 4-29 4.7 Boot menu 4-34 4.8 Tools menu 4-38 4.9 Exit menu 4-41 ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula
Chapter summary 4 4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 4-1 4.2 BIOS setup program 4-9 4.3 Main menu 4-12 4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu 4-17 4.5 Advanced menu 4-23 4.6 Power menu 4-29 4.7 Boot menu 4-34 4.8 Tools menu 4-38 4.9 Exit menu 4-41 ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula
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... future. This utility is copied to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 4- Copy the original motherboard BIOS using a bootable USB flash disk or the...
... future. This utility is copied to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) setup. 1. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 4- Copy the original motherboard BIOS using a bootable USB flash disk or the...
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Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility. click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select Update BIOS from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest Internet option from the drop‑down you update the BIOS using this utility. click Auto Select. Click Next. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS setup Launch the ASUS Update utility from the 3. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you to avoid network traffic, or menu, then click Next.
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... Next. 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the Open window, then click Open. 4. 4. Follow the screen instructions to avail all its features. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. iFormula iFormula ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 4- Launch the ASUS Update utility from...
... Next. 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the Open window, then click Open. 4. 4. Follow the screen instructions to avail all its features. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. iFormula iFormula ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 4- Launch the ASUS Update utility from...
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... to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: ATML 26DF161 Current ROM BOARD: MAXIMUS Formula VER: 0504 DATE: 10/01/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: ...Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC] Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move (2) Enter BIOS setup program. Then press . 4. Visit the ASUS...
... to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard. 2. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: ATML 26DF161 Current ROM BOARD: MAXIMUS Formula VER: 0504 DATE: 10/01/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: ...Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [ESC] Exit [Up/Down/Home/End] Move (2) Enter BIOS setup program. Then press . 4. Visit the ASUS...
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...utility: 1. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the extension name. Save the BIOS file to copy the current BIOS file that the floppy disk is not write-...motherboard support DVD to update the BIOS file in DOS mode, then at least 1024KB free space to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 2. All rights reserved. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula...
...utility: 1. A:\>afudos /oOLDBIOS1.rom AMI Firmware Update Utility - Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) and download the latest BIOS file for the extension name. Save the BIOS file to copy the current BIOS file that the floppy disk is not write-...motherboard support DVD to update the BIOS file in DOS mode, then at least 1024KB free space to the DOS prompt after copying the current BIOS file. 4.1.3 AFUDOS utility The AFUDOS utility allows you to the bootable floppy disk you created earlier. 2. All rights reserved. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula...
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... Advance Check ...... Reboot the system from the motherboard support DVD to type the exact BIOS filename at the prompt type: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] is completed. A:\>afudos /iFormula.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - done Advance Check ...... Erasing flash ...... A:\>afudos /iFormula.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002...
... Advance Check ...... Reboot the system from the motherboard support DVD to type the exact BIOS filename at the prompt type: afudos /i[filename] where [filename] is completed. A:\>afudos /iFormula.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - done Advance Check ...... Erasing flash ...... A:\>afudos /iFormula.ROM AMI Firmware Update Utility - Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002...
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... the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file. Starting BIOS recovery... Bad BIOS checksum. Reading file "Formula.ROM". Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 4- Starting BIOS recovery... 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool...
... the USB flash disk containing the updated motherboard BIOS before using the motherboard support DVD or the USB flash disk that contains the updated BIOS file. Starting BIOS recovery... Bad BIOS checksum. Reading file "Formula.ROM". Restart the system after the utility completes the updating process. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 4- Starting BIOS recovery... 4.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool...
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...update using this last option only if the first two failed. Being a menu-driven program, it as possible. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply for this motherboard. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS... setup Even if you are not prompted to use as easy to configure your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) ...
...update using this last option only if the first two failed. Being a menu-driven program, it as possible. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS settings, load the default settings to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard apply for this motherboard. 4- Chapter 4: BIOS... setup Even if you are not prompted to use as easy to configure your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) ...
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...between [Yes] or [No], then press to display the sub-menu. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: ATMEL 26DF161 Current ROM BOARD: MAXIMUS Formula VER: 0504 DATE: 10/01/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or ...confirmation message appears. When set to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Select an item then press to confirm your choice. Main Extreme Tweaker ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. Profile Ai Net 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Press ENTER to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing ...
...between [Yes] or [No], then press to display the sub-menu. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: ATMEL 26DF161 Current ROM BOARD: MAXIMUS Formula VER: 0504 DATE: 10/01/07 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or ...confirmation message appears. When set to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Select an item then press to confirm your choice. Main Extreme Tweaker ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. Profile Ai Net 2 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Press ENTER to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password both when accessing ...
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4.8.2 ASUS O.C. BIOS SETUP UTILITY O.C. PROFILE Configuration Tools Save to prevent the system boot failure! 4-40 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Profile 1 Status :Not Installed O.C. Save to Profle 1/2 Allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Utility V1.06 Current CMOS BOARD: MAXIMUS Formula VER: 0504 DATE: 10/01/07 PATH: A:\ ...floppy disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to Profile 1 O.C. Profile Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to load the file. Press to Sub Screen F1 General ...
4.8.2 ASUS O.C. BIOS SETUP UTILITY O.C. PROFILE Configuration Tools Save to prevent the system boot failure! 4-40 Chapter 4: BIOS setup Profile 1 Status :Not Installed O.C. Save to Profle 1/2 Allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Utility V1.06 Current CMOS BOARD: MAXIMUS Formula VER: 0504 DATE: 10/01/07 PATH: A:\ ...floppy disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to Profile 1 O.C. Profile Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to load the file. Press to Sub Screen F1 General ...
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...through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in your computer in Portable Document Format (PDF). Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the Corel Snapfire Plus SE software. 5- Chapter 5: ... computer graphics and sound. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for detailed information. 3DMark06 Software Installs the 3Dmark06 software. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of you computer ...
...through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c is a multimedia technology that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in your computer in Portable Document Format (PDF). Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the Corel Snapfire Plus SE software. 5- Chapter 5: ... computer graphics and sound. Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for detailed information. 3DMark06 Software Installs the 3Dmark06 software. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of you computer ...
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...you install the ASUS Update utility from the ASUS website. Refer to section "4.1.1 ASUS Update utility" for details. • Before using the ASUS MyLogo3™, use the AFUDOS utility to use ASUS MyLogo3™. The ASUS MyLogo window appears. 6. To launch the ASUS MyLogo3™: 1....Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 5- Check the option Launch MyLogo to [Enabled] if you customize the boot logo. 5.3 Software information Most of your original BIOS file, or obtain the latest BIOS version from the support DVD. The ASUS MyLogo3™ is the image that the BIOS...
...you install the ASUS Update utility from the ASUS website. Refer to section "4.1.1 ASUS Update utility" for details. • Before using the ASUS MyLogo3™, use the AFUDOS utility to use ASUS MyLogo3™. The ASUS MyLogo window appears. 6. To launch the ASUS MyLogo3™: 1....Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 5- Check the option Launch MyLogo to [Enabled] if you customize the boot logo. 5.3 Software information Most of your original BIOS file, or obtain the latest BIOS version from the support DVD. The ASUS MyLogo3™ is the image that the BIOS...
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... accurate. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using an OS-based flash utility. See page 5-9 for details. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to select the language of plugging in the motherboard that allows you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your BIOS in one easy step with customizable and...
... accurate. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using an OS-based flash utility. See page 5-9 for details. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to select the language of plugging in the motherboard that allows you easy ways to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your BIOS in one easy step with customizable and...
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Then press . 4. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 4- Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to a floppy disk or a USB flash disk, then restart the system. 3. Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: Maximus Formula VER: 0116 DATE: 08/27/07 Update ROM BOARD...
Then press . 4. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 4- Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to a floppy disk or a USB flash disk, then restart the system. 3. Press + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.06 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: Maximus Formula VER: 0116 DATE: 08/27/07 Update ROM BOARD...
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... done Advance Check ...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. WARNING!! Reboot the system from the motherboard support DVD to type the exact BIOS filename at the prompt type: afudos ...Update Utility - Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the DOS prompt. 2. done Reading flash ...... A:\>afudos /iFormula.ROM 4. The utility returns to prevent system boot failure! 5. done Please restart your computer A:\> ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula...
... done Advance Check ...... Version 1.19(ASUS V2.07(03.11.24BB)) Copyright (C) 2002 American Megatrends, Inc. WARNING!! Reboot the system from the motherboard support DVD to type the exact BIOS filename at the prompt type: afudos ...Update Utility - Do not turn off power during flash BIOS Reading file ....... Boot the system in DOS mode, then at the DOS prompt. 2. done Reading flash ...... A:\>afudos /iFormula.ROM 4. The utility returns to prevent system boot failure! 5. done Please restart your computer A:\> ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula...