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... OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Product warranty or service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be extended if:... (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. ii ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED ...
... OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Product warranty or service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in it, may not be extended if:... (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. ii ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED ...
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... 5-9 5.3.2 AI NET 2 5-11 5.3.3 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Definition Audio utility)... 5-12 5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II 5-21 5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite 5-27 5.3.6 ASUS EPU Utility-AI Gear 3 5-29 5.3.7 ASUS AI Nap 5-30 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 5-31 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-32 5.3.10 CPU Level Up 5-33 5.4 RAID configurations 5-34 5.4.1 RAID definitions 5-34 5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-35 5.4.3 Intel®...
... 5-9 5.3.2 AI NET 2 5-11 5.3.3 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Definition Audio utility)... 5-12 5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II 5-21 5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite 5-27 5.3.6 ASUS EPU Utility-AI Gear 3 5-29 5.3.7 ASUS AI Nap 5-30 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 5-31 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-32 5.3.10 CPU Level Up 5-33 5.4 RAID configurations 5-34 5.4.1 RAID definitions 5-34 5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-35 5.4.3 Intel®...
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...asus.com or this user manual for Intel CPU support list Intel® X38 / ICH9R with the audio slot.) 2 x PCI 2.2 slots Supports ATI CrossFire™ graphics cards Southbridge - 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports - Supports up to 2 PATA devices Dual Gigabit LAN controllers, both featuring AI NET 2 Supports Teaming Technology SupremeFX II Audio Card - Maximus Formula... (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ ...
...asus.com or this user manual for Intel CPU support list Intel® X38 / ICH9R with the audio slot.) 2 x PCI 2.2 slots Supports ATI CrossFire™ graphics cards Southbridge - 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports - Supports up to 2 PATA devices Dual Gigabit LAN controllers, both featuring AI NET 2 Supports Teaming Technology SupremeFX II Audio Card - Maximus Formula... (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots CrossFire™ ...
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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...
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...
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Before you for Special Edition only) LCD Poster SupremeFX II Audio Card 3-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD The hottest game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies,...Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables I/O shield ASUS Optional Fan Fusion Block System Accessory (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your...
Before you for Special Edition only) LCD Poster SupremeFX II Audio Card 3-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD The hottest game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies,...Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables I/O shield ASUS Optional Fan Fusion Block System Accessory (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your...
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... spot enemies in games to help make dialogues clearer. Due to the gamers of ROG. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction The SupremeFX II features unique audio innovations for each parameter. When system malfunction occurs, the LCD Poster automatically detects...
... spot enemies in games to help make dialogues clearer. Due to the gamers of ROG. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction The SupremeFX II features unique audio innovations for each parameter. When system malfunction occurs, the LCD Poster automatically detects...
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2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS... NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH... about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2.2.4 Audio card layout SUPREMEFX II Listen with Absolute HD ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-
2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS... NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH... about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2.2.4 Audio card layout SUPREMEFX II Listen with Absolute HD ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-
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... Slots 1. 2. 3. 4. Clear CMOS switch 14. Optical S/PDIF Out port 15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 *These audio ports are on the Supreme FX II audio card. LAN 2 (RJ-45) port 4. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW) Rear panel connectors 1. DDR2 DIMM slots PCI slots PCI Express x 1 slots PCI Express x 16...
... Slots 1. 2. 3. 4. Clear CMOS switch 14. Optical S/PDIF Out port 15. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 *These audio ports are on the Supreme FX II audio card. LAN 2 (RJ-45) port 4. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW) Rear panel connectors 1. DDR2 DIMM slots PCI slots PCI Express x 1 slots PCI Express x 16...
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... View the online help for updates. Anti-Virus Utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of you computer so you...software. Ulead PhotoImpact 12 SE Installs the Ulead PhotoImpact 12 SE software. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the Corel Snapfire Plus SE ...
... View the online help for updates. Anti-Virus Utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of you computer so you...software. Ulead PhotoImpact 12 SE Installs the Ulead PhotoImpact 12 SE software. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS AI Suite Installs the ASUS AI Suite. Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the Corel Snapfire Plus SE ...
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...from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop. Using PC Probe II Main window The PC Probe II main window allows you turn it on. If Autorun is not... and alerts you can close the Preference panel ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 5-21 Click to complete installation. Installing PC Probe II To install PC Probe II on the main window right handle. After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in your computer, browse the contents of...
...from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows® desktop. Using PC Probe II Main window The PC Probe II main window allows you turn it on. If Autorun is not... and alerts you can close the Preference panel ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 5-21 Click to complete installation. Installing PC Probe II To install PC Probe II on the main window right handle. After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in your computer, browse the contents of...
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.... The Config window has two tabs: Sensor/Threshold and Preference. Memory usage The Memory tab shows both used (blue) and the available Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values.
.... The Config window has two tabs: Sensor/Threshold and Preference. Memory usage The Memory tab shows both used (blue) and the available Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values.
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... in it, may not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR... OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ii E3374 First Edition V1 September 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS...
... in it, may not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR... OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. ii E3374 First Edition V1 September 2007 Copyright © 2007 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS...
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... 3 5-9 5.3.2 AI NET 2 5-11 5.3.3 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Definition Audio utility)... 5-12 5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II 5-21 5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite 5-27 5.3.6 ASUS EPU Utility-AI Gear 3 5-29 5.3.7 ASUS AI Nap 5-30 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 5-31 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-32 5.4 RAID configurations 5-33 5.4.1 RAID definitions 5-33 5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-34 5.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 5-34 5.5 Creating a RAID...
... 3 5-9 5.3.2 AI NET 2 5-11 5.3.3 AI Audio 2 (SoundMAX® High Definition Audio utility)... 5-12 5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II 5-21 5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite 5-27 5.3.6 ASUS EPU Utility-AI Gear 3 5-29 5.3.7 ASUS AI Nap 5-30 5.3.8 ASUS Q-Fan 2 5-31 5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster 5-32 5.4 RAID configurations 5-33 5.4.1 RAID definitions 5-33 5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-34 5.4.3 Intel® RAID configurations 5-34 5.5 Creating a RAID...
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....asus.com or this motherboard natively supports up to DDR2 1066MHz. one at back panel) (continued on the next page) xi Supports up to 8 GB system memory * The chipset officially supports the memory frequency up to 2 PATA devices Dual Gigabit LAN controllers, both featuring AI NET 2 Supports Teaming Technology SupremeFX II Audio Card - Maximus Formula...
....asus.com or this motherboard natively supports up to DDR2 1066MHz. one at back panel) (continued on the next page) xi Supports up to 8 GB system memory * The chipset officially supports the memory frequency up to 2 PATA devices Dual Gigabit LAN controllers, both featuring AI NET 2 Supports Teaming Technology SupremeFX II Audio Card - Maximus Formula...
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Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Accessories Software Form Factor 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Fusion Block System Accessory(for Special Edition only) LCD Poster ASUS Optional Fan SupremeFX II Audio Card...
Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Accessories Software Form Factor 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 2.0a Multi-Language BIOS WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE Fusion Block System Accessory(for Special Edition only) LCD Poster ASUS Optional Fan SupremeFX II Audio Card...
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...II Audio Card 3-in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD The hottest game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The motherboard...cable Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables I/O shield ASUS Optional Fan Fusion Block System Accessory (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! User guide If any of new features and latest ...
...II Audio Card 3-in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD The hottest game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 1- The motherboard...cable Serial ATA cables Serial ATA power cables I/O shield ASUS Optional Fan Fusion Block System Accessory (for buying an ASUS® Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula motherboard! User guide If any of new features and latest ...
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...to open the system chassis to clear CMOS data. function. 1.3.3 ROG unique features Supreme FX II features Supreme FX II delivers an excellent high definition audio experience to the gamers of ROG. External LCD Poster The new LCD Poster now posts critical POST information in the incoming... is required before using C.P.R. Simply reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for details. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction
...to open the system chassis to clear CMOS data. function. 1.3.3 ROG unique features Supreme FX II features Supreme FX II delivers an excellent high definition audio experience to the gamers of ROG. External LCD Poster The new LCD Poster now posts critical POST information in the incoming... is required before using C.P.R. Simply reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU default settings for details. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS... NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH... about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2.2.4 Audio card layout SUPREMEFX II Listen with Absolute HD ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-
2.2.3 Motherboard layout LCD_CON PWR_FAN 24.5cm (9.6in) CPU_FAN KB_USB56 EATX12V SPDIF_O12 SPDIF_OUT CLR_CMOS... NB_NORMAL OPT_FAN1 OPT_TEMP1 88E8056 PCIEX16_1 JMB368 DDR_CRAZY DDR_HIGH DDR_NORMAL VIA VT6308P PCIEX1_2 CR2032 3V Lithium Cell CMOS Power MAXIMUS FORMULA PCIEX1_3 USB1112 CLRTC_SW Intel® ICH9R HD_LED SATA12 OPT_TEMP2 Super I/O OPT_FAN3 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 IE1394_2 BIOS RST_SW ADH... about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2.2.4 Audio card layout SUPREMEFX II Listen with Absolute HD ROG Maximus Formula (Special Edition) / Maximus Formula 2-
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... 1, 2, 3 and 4 12. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2. IEEE 1394a port 13. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 *These audio ports are on the Supreme FX II audio card. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port 5.* Line In port (light blue) 6.* Line Out port (lime) 7.* Microphone port (pink) 8.* Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 9.* Rear Speaker Out...
... 1, 2, 3 and 4 12. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 2. IEEE 1394a port 13. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 3. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 *These audio ports are on the Supreme FX II audio card. LAN 1 (RJ-45) port 5.* Line In port (light blue) 6.* Line Out port (lime) 7.* Microphone port (pink) 8.* Center/Subwoofer port (orange) 9.* Rear Speaker Out...
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... the CyberLink Powerbackup software. Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the Corel Snapfire Plus SE software. 5- Chapter 5: Software support ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of you computer so you...Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for detailed information. 3DMark06 Software Installs the 3Dmark06 software. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. DirectX® improves the multimedia features of any detected problems. This...
... the CyberLink Powerbackup software. Corel Snapfire Plus SE Installs the Corel Snapfire Plus SE software. 5- Chapter 5: Software support ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of you computer so you...Visit the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com) for detailed information. 3DMark06 Software Installs the 3Dmark06 software. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. DirectX® improves the multimedia features of any detected problems. This...