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Motherboard MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3
Motherboard MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3
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... Bands ix IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada x Safety information xi About this guide xiii MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary xv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents...
... Bands ix IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada x Safety information xi About this guide xiii MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary xv Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Layout contents...
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...to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. **** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z68 Express Chipset Dual channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB,...174; Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) **Hyper DIMM support is subject to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lidts). 2 x PCIe3.0/2.0 x16 slots (single at x16 or dual at rear (SATA On- MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN LGA1155 ...
...to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. **** Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z68 Express Chipset Dual channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB,...174; Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) **Hyper DIMM support is subject to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lidts). 2 x PCIe3.0/2.0 x16 slots (single at x16 or dual at rear (SATA On- MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN LGA1155 ...
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...: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) Onboard Switches: Power / Reset / Clr CMOS (at back panel) *One is also for ROG Connect (white) ROG Connect MemTweakIt GameFirst CPU Level Up MemOK! EAX® Advanced™ HD 5.0 - EX) - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - ROG BIOS Print - MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3...
...: - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) Onboard Switches: Power / Reset / Clr CMOS (at back panel) *One is also for ROG Connect (white) ROG Connect MemTweakIt GameFirst CPU Level Up MemOK! EAX® Advanced™ HD 5.0 - EX) - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - ROG BIOS Print - MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3...
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...-Z ROG GameFirst Utility Sound Blaster X-Fi MB2 Utility ROG Mem TweakIt Utility ASUS AI Charger+ DAEMON Tools Pro Standard Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license mATX Form Factor, 9.6"x 9.6" (24.4cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal Connectors Manageability BIOS Features Software Form...
...-Z ROG GameFirst Utility Sound Blaster X-Fi MB2 Utility ROG Mem TweakIt Utility ASUS AI Charger+ DAEMON Tools Pro Standard Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license mATX Form Factor, 9.6"x 9.6" (24.4cm x 24.4cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary Back Panel I/O Ports Internal Connectors Manageability BIOS Features Software Form...
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...it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 motherboard! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 Cables 1 x�R�O�G�C�o�nn�e�ct�ca�b�le 1 x SLI Cable 2...;r �K�it another standout in -1 ROG Cable Label Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-1 1.1 Welcome!
...it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 motherboard! Before you for the following items. Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 Cables 1 x�R�O�G�C�o�nn�e�ct�ca�b�le 1 x SLI Cable 2...;r �K�it another standout in -1 ROG Cable Label Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-1 1.1 Welcome!
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... the line between embedded graphics and discrete GPU for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. PCIe 3.0 will become a must-have the latest technology available to improve and optimize graphic performance, as well as...65533;�is�c��re��te��a��n�d��in x16 mode). ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-3 Power consumption also goes down by complete backward compatibility with improved encoding schemes that provide twice the performance of current ...
... the line between embedded graphics and discrete GPU for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. PCIe 3.0 will become a must-have the latest technology available to improve and optimize graphic performance, as well as...65533;�is�c��re��te��a��n�d��in x16 mode). ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-3 Power consumption also goes down by complete backward compatibility with improved encoding schemes that provide twice the performance of current ...
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... CrossFireX configuration. SLI or CrossFireX? Tweak it always takes time for the system to others with the press of an overclocking experience. MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings to reboot. Whichever path you take BIOS screenshot are over.... click, easily share your desktop PC and tweak its parameters in real-time via a notebook-just like a race car engineer-with the ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3, you'll be assured of your BIOS settings ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to run both ? Diagram, power, reset button,...
... CrossFireX configuration. SLI or CrossFireX? Tweak it always takes time for the system to others with the press of an overclocking experience. MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings to reboot. Whichever path you take BIOS screenshot are over.... click, easily share your desktop PC and tweak its parameters in real-time via a notebook-just like a race car engineer-with the ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3, you'll be assured of your BIOS settings ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to run both ? Diagram, power, reset button,...
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... IC which enables several ROG highlighted functions that others only dream of. The Loadline Calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under heavy loading. ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-5 iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. Now you'll be able to push...
... IC which enables several ROG highlighted functions that others only dream of. The Loadline Calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under heavy loading. ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-5 iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. Now you'll be able to push...
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... voltage without having to 3 additional devices of your system up to short the pins or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclock, this . ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-7 Simply pick the processor you could have a more freedom and less constraint for maximum performance achievement. See the new CPU speed and enjoy that can...
... voltage without having to 3 additional devices of your system up to short the pins or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclock, this . ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-7 Simply pick the processor you could have a more freedom and less constraint for maximum performance achievement. See the new CPU speed and enjoy that can...
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ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at 4.8Gbps with just one touch; Built to connect easily with next generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 ... with USB 3.0-the latest connectivity standard. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-9 Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file...
ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at 4.8Gbps with just one touch; Built to connect easily with next generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 ... with USB 3.0-the latest connectivity standard. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-9 Profile that allows users to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-36 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-53 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-54 ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.3 Building your computer system 2-36 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-53 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-54 ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3
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... severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist...
... severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist...
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... 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-19 2-34 2-4 2-32 2-5 2-19 2-31 2-28 2-29 2-35 2-30 2-22 2-18 2-18 2-27 2-33 2-31 ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-3 Intel® Z68 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [red]) 9. ROG Connect switch 2.
... 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-19 2-34 2-4 2-32 2-5 2-19 2-31 2-28 2-29 2-35 2-30 2-22 2-18 2-18 2-27 2-33 2-31 ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-3 Intel® Z68 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [red]) 9. ROG Connect switch 2.
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Recommended memory configurations ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
Recommended memory configurations ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
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...- Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK(374243)(XMP) 2GB DS - - Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 2GB DS - - MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3�-2�4��0�0��M��H���z�... - 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • • DS - - - 1.5~1.7 • • DS Kingmax - - - • • ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-7 Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing CORSAIR CMGTX3(XMP) 2GB DS - - Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No. Size G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-...
...- Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK(374243)(XMP) 2GB DS - - Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 2GB DS - - MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3�-2�4��0�0��M��H���z�... - 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • • DS - - - 1.5~1.7 • • DS Kingmax - - - • • ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-7 Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No. Timing CORSAIR CMGTX3(XMP) 2GB DS - - Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip No. Size G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-...
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... • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-9 Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. (DDR3-2000MHz continued) KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS - - 9 1.65 KINGSTON... • • • • • • • • • • • MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�3��-�1��8��6�6��M��H��...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-11 Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB (3 x 2GB) DS - - 8 - KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP) 12GB (3 x 4GB) DS N/A - - 1.65 KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K6/24GX(XMP) 24GB (6 x 4GB) DS - - 9 1.65 KINGSTON...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-11 Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB (3 x 2GB) DS - - 8 - KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP) 12GB (3 x 4GB) DS N/A - - 1.65 KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K6/24GX(XMP) 24GB (6 x 4GB) DS - - 9 1.65 KINGSTON...
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... 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B-HCH9 9 - PSC PC310600U-9-10-B0 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3FGF - - ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS Samsung K4B1G0846F - - (DDR3-1333MHz continued on next page) ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
... 4GB DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B-HCH9 9 - PSC PC310600U-9-10-B0 2GB DS PSC A3P1GF3FGF - - ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS Samsung K4B1G0846F - - (DDR3-1333MHz continued on next page) ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...