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... BIOS 3 utility 3-46 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-47 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM 4-4 4.3.3 TurboV EVO 4-7 4.3.4 EPU 4-10 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Probe II 4-12 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder 4-13 4.3.8 Ai Charger 4-16 4.3.9 ROG CPU-Z 4-17 4.3.10 MemTweakIt 4-18...
... BIOS 3 utility 3-46 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-47 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM 4-4 4.3.3 TurboV EVO 4-7 4.3.4 EPU 4-10 4.3.5 FAN Xpert 4-11 4.3.6 Probe II 4-12 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder 4-13 4.3.8 Ai Charger 4-16 4.3.9 ROG CPU-Z 4-17 4.3.10 MemTweakIt 4-18...
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... support one DIMM per channel. *** Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. **** Refer to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary CPU ...Supports 32nm/22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 *The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends ��o�n�t�h�e��C�P�U��t�y�p�e�s�. **Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support...
... support one DIMM per channel. *** Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. **** Refer to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary CPU ...Supports 32nm/22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 *The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends ��o�n�t�h�e��C�P�U��t�y�p�e�s�. **Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support...
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....DIMM Post Intelligent overclocking tools: - COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - EX) - THX® TruStudio PRO™ - MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary High Definition Audio USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features... 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 8* ports at rear) ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo 2 xvi O.C Profile Overclocking Protection: -
....DIMM Post Intelligent overclocking tools: - COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - Supports Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - EX) - THX® TruStudio PRO™ - MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specifications summary High Definition Audio USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features... 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 8* ports at rear) ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Shield ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo 2 xvi O.C Profile Overclocking Protection: -
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Drivers and applications ASUS AI Suite II ROG CPU-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...
Drivers and applications ASUS AI Suite II ROG CPU-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...
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... for frequency adjustment, over-voltage options, or memory timing settings, they're all hands-on with adjustable CPU PWM frequency. No matter if you're looking for PC enthusiasts and it offers system maintenance and management ...! This design allows advanced user control and management to bring the ultimate user experience. Maintaining ample voltage support for extreme CPU overclocking! Extreme Engine Digi+ balances the need for voltage and the desire for rock solid performance to be...of detection points so you 'll be processed purely at any stage! ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-5
... for frequency adjustment, over-voltage options, or memory timing settings, they're all hands-on with adjustable CPU PWM frequency. No matter if you're looking for PC enthusiasts and it offers system maintenance and management ...! This design allows advanced user control and management to bring the ultimate user experience. Maintaining ample voltage support for extreme CPU overclocking! Extreme Engine Digi+ balances the need for voltage and the desire for rock solid performance to be...of detection points so you 'll be processed purely at any stage! ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-5
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...in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of overclockers-from die-hard enthusiasts to beginners. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their ... or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at 4.8Gbps with CPU Level UP! ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-9 Processor The ultimate O.C. while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to connect easily ...
...in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of overclockers-from die-hard enthusiasts to beginners. Profile that allows users to share and distribute their ... or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Moreover, upgrade your CPU at 4.8Gbps with CPU Level UP! ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-9 Processor The ultimate O.C. while TurboV offers more options to advanced overclockers to connect easily ...
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...ASUS will run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information To operate at the vendor-marked or at http://support....8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the market. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency ...
...ASUS will run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. For more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information To operate at the vendor-marked or at http://support....8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the market. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to install 4GB or more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency ...
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...forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information CPU, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors...! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ...
...forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 for better thermal environment. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information CPU, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors...! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ...
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...CPU supporting Hyper-Threading Technology is enabled. Intel(R) Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run faster than marked frequency in each processor package. The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in specific condition. ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3...] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Allows processor cores to enable or disable the ...
...CPU supporting Hyper-Threading Technology is enabled. Intel(R) Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run faster than marked frequency in each processor package. The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in specific condition. ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3...] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Allows processor cores to enable or disable the ...
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...No Limit] Allows you to OS. CPU C1E [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PCIE] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to select the graphics ...controller as the primary boot device. CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you ...
...No Limit] Allows you to OS. CPU C1E [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Configuration options: [iGPU] [PCIE] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to select the graphics ...controller as the primary boot device. CPU C6 Report [Enabled] Allows you ...
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...Support [Enabled] This item allows you to display the detected temperatures. 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, and motherboard. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Voltage Monitor CPU ...Voltage; 3.3V Voltage; 5V Voltage; 12V Voltage; PCH Voltage; VCCSA/IO Voltage; PCH Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; Select [Ignored] if you...
...Support [Enabled] This item allows you to display the detected temperatures. 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, and motherboard. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Voltage Monitor CPU ...Voltage; 3.3V Voltage; 5V Voltage; 12V Voltage; PCH Voltage; VCCSA/IO Voltage; PCH Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; Select [Ignored] if you...
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... your computer 1. The AI Suite II icon appears in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Click the icon to customize the settings of AI Suite II. ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-3 View the online help or readme file that came with ...system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Click to the software manual in the Windows® notification area. Place the support DVD to complete installation. Follow the onscreen instructions to the optical drive...
... your computer 1. The AI Suite II icon appears in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Click the icon to customize the settings of AI Suite II. ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-3 View the online help or readme file that came with ...system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Click to the software manual in the Windows® notification area. Place the support DVD to complete installation. Follow the onscreen instructions to the optical drive...
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... Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ VRM by clicking Tool > DIGI+ VRM on the AI Suite... II main menu bar. 1 4 2 5 3 Undo all changes without applying Apply all changes immediately 1. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to enhance reliability and stability. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS...
... Higher load-line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ VRM by clicking Tool > DIGI+ VRM on the AI Suite... II main menu bar. 1 4 2 5 3 Undo all changes without applying Apply all changes immediately 1. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to enhance reliability and stability. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS...
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Choose Extreme for heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance or Standard to change based on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. DIGI+ VRM Phase Control Phase number is the number of every phase component. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on CPU command. 5. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support DIGI+ VRM Duty Control DIGI+ VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of working VRM phase. 4.
Choose Extreme for heavy system loading to get more transient and better thermal performance or Standard to change based on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. DIGI+ VRM Phase Control Phase number is the number of every phase component. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on CPU command. 5. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support DIGI+ VRM Duty Control DIGI+ VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal of working VRM phase. 4.
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...and will not be kept on the AI Suite II main menu bar. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. TurboV TurboV allows you to manually adjust the...OS. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-7 4.3.3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, QPI/DRAM core voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in Windows® environment and takes effect...
...and will not be kept on the AI Suite II main menu bar. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. TurboV TurboV allows you to manually adjust the...OS. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-7 4.3.3 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, QPI/DRAM core voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in Windows® environment and takes effect...
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... Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately CPU Ratio Allows you to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in BIOS to manually adjust the CPU ratio. 1. Adjustment bar • Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in TurboV. Click More Settings, and then... or downwards to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Refer to the desired value. Using Advanced Mode Click More Settings, and then click the...
... Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately CPU Ratio Allows you to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in BIOS to manually adjust the CPU ratio. 1. Adjustment bar • Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in TurboV. Click More Settings, and then... or downwards to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Refer to the desired value. Using Advanced Mode Click More Settings, and then click the...
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...power saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Multiple system operating modes Advanced settings for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode by clicking Tool > EPU on the ...AI Suite II main menu bar. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is an...
...power saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Multiple system operating modes Advanced settings for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode by clicking Tool > EPU on the ...AI Suite II main menu bar. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is an...
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Launching FAN Xpert After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert by the unsteady fan rotation. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to avoid noise ... function. • Standard: adjusts fan speed in different geographic regions and your selected fan. ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-11 However, the fan will speed up when the temperature exceeds 70°C. • User: Allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in...
Launching FAN Xpert After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert by the unsteady fan rotation. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to avoid noise ... function. • Standard: adjusts fan speed in different geographic regions and your selected fan. ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-11 However, the fan will speed up when the temperature exceeds 70°C. • User: Allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in...
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Click to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at a healthy operating condition. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Launching Probe II After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Probe II by sensors Saves..., and detects and alerts you to adjust the sensor threshold values. 4.3.6 Probe II Probe II is always at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support The Preference tab allows you of sensor alerts, or change the temperature unit.
Click to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at a healthy operating condition. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Launching Probe II After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Probe II by sensors Saves..., and detects and alerts you to adjust the sensor threshold values. 4.3.6 Probe II Probe II is always at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support The Preference tab allows you of sensor alerts, or change the temperature unit.
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Select the items that you want to monitor. 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Select the items that you want to monitor. Temperature The Temperature tab displays the status of the CPU, chassis, and power fans. Fan Speed The Fan Speed tab displays the status of the rotations (per minute) of the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Voltage The Voltage tab displays the status of the system voltages. Select the items that you want to monitor.
Select the items that you want to monitor. 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Select the items that you want to monitor. Temperature The Temperature tab displays the status of the CPU, chassis, and power fans. Fan Speed The Fan Speed tab displays the status of the rotations (per minute) of the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Voltage The Voltage tab displays the status of the system voltages. Select the items that you want to monitor.