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Contents Notices...viii Safety information xii About this guide xiv Rampage III Extreme specifications summary xvi 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... 1-3 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-6 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-6 ... PCI slot 2-27 2.5.5 PCI Express x4 slot 2-27 2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots 2-27 2.6 Jumper 2-29 iii
Contents Notices...viii Safety information xii About this guide xiv Rampage III Extreme specifications summary xvi 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... 1-3 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-6 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-6 ... PCI slot 2-27 2.5.5 PCI Express x4 slot 2-27 2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots 2-27 2.6 Jumper 2-29 iii
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... On/Off Switch 2 x 1394a ports (1 port at back I/O, 1 port onboard) (continued on the next page) xvi Rampage III Extreme specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card IEEE 1394a...65533;d�i�v�id��u�a�l�C��P�U��s�. * Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Please refer to www.asus.com or user manual for 4 single PCB graphic cards Intel® ICH10R Southbridge: - 6 x SATA 3.0 ...
... On/Off Switch 2 x 1394a ports (1 port at back I/O, 1 port onboard) (continued on the next page) xvi Rampage III Extreme specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN High Definition Audio Bluetooth Module Accessory Card IEEE 1394a...65533;d�i�v�id��u�a�l�C��P�U��s�. * Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Please refer to www.asus.com or user manual for 4 single PCB graphic cards Intel® ICH10R Southbridge: - 6 x SATA 3.0 ...
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Rampage III Extreme specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features NEC® USB 3.0 controller - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (at back panel) Intel® ICH10R Southbridge - 9 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at midboard; 6 ports at rear) ASUS MyLogo3 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Q-Fan Plus ROG BIOS Wallpaper ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot...
Rampage III Extreme specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features NEC® USB 3.0 controller - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (at back panel) Intel® ICH10R Southbridge - 9 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at midboard; 6 ports at rear) ASUS MyLogo3 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Q-Fan Plus ROG BIOS Wallpaper ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot...
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Drivers and Applications Futuremark® 3DMark® Vantage Advanced Edition Kaspersky Anti-Virus ASUS TurboV EVO Utility ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite extended ATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.6" (30.5cm x 26.9cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xviii Rampage III Extreme specifications summary Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors Software Form Factor...
Drivers and Applications Futuremark® 3DMark® Vantage Advanced Edition Kaspersky Anti-Virus ASUS TurboV EVO Utility ASUS PC Probe II ASUS Update ASUS AI Suite extended ATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.6" (30.5cm x 26.9cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xviii Rampage III Extreme specifications summary Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors Software Form Factor...
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Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ROG Rampage III Extreme Cables 1 x�R�O�G�C�o�nn�e�ct�ca�b�le 1 x ProbeIt cable set 1... items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The item illustrations in your package with different models. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of new features ...
Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ROG Rampage III Extreme Cables 1 x�R�O�G�C�o�nn�e�ct�ca�b�le 1 x ProbeIt cable set 1... items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The item illustrations in your package with different models. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of new features ...
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... motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. Intel® Core™ i7 ... board features SLI/CrossFireX on the use of the most powerful chipset designed to support the Intel® Core™ i7 Processors with the ROG Rampage III Extreme, you can have both multi-GPU setups. In the Republic of Gamers. We believe in making statements and we welcome the best gamers to -point...
... motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the environment. Intel® Core™ i7 ... board features SLI/CrossFireX on the use of the most powerful chipset designed to support the Intel® Core™ i7 Processors with the ROG Rampage III Extreme, you can have both multi-GPU setups. In the Republic of Gamers. We believe in making statements and we welcome the best gamers to -point...
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...home offices. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and ... that allows users to different destinations. Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of Storage! ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-7 Profile that simultaneously sends different audio streams to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. It includes two new graphics ...
...home offices. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and ... that allows users to different destinations. Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of Storage! ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-7 Profile that simultaneously sends different audio streams to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. It includes two new graphics ...
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ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. Retention tab A B Load lever ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-9 Press the load lever with your retailer immediately if the PnP ... installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1366 socket designed for the Intel...
ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 2.3.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. Locate the CPU socket on the socket and the socket contacts are installing a CPU. Retention tab A B Load lever ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-9 Press the load lever with your retailer immediately if the PnP ... installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of repair only if the damage is missing, or if you are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1366 socket designed for the Intel...
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ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-23 Asint SLY3128M8-EDJE Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJ Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJE ASUS N/A ATP AQ28M64A8BJH9S ATP AQ28M72D8BJH9S ATP AQ56M64B8BJH9S ATP AQ56M72E8BJH9S BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-1G BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP) BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-2G EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I13 Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-CG ...
ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-23 Asint SLY3128M8-EDJE Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJ Asint SLZ3128M8-EDJE ASUS N/A ATP AQ28M64A8BJH9S ATP AQ28M72D8BJH9S ATP AQ56M64B8BJH9S ATP AQ56M72E8BJH9S BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-1G BUFFALO FSH1333D3G-T3G(XMP) BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-2G EK Memory EKM324L28BP8-I13 Elixir M2Y2G64CB8HA9N-CG ...
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... OS, RC Bluetooth supports keypad control only. Pair your mobile smartphone. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-35 Install the application from the motherboard support DVD to your mobile phone is activated. 3. To use RC Bluetooth, we recommend you stop running applications, including ASUS PC Probe II and Ai Suite. Press the RC Bluetooth switch. 4. RC...
... OS, RC Bluetooth supports keypad control only. Pair your mobile smartphone. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-35 Install the application from the motherboard support DVD to your mobile phone is activated. 3. To use RC Bluetooth, we recommend you stop running applications, including ASUS PC Probe II and Ai Suite. Press the RC Bluetooth switch. 4. RC...
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Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-41 USB connector (10-1 pin USB78) This connector is on the heatpipe assembly. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard. 5. ROG... connector (3-pin ROG) This connector is for a USB 2.0 port. 4. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connectors. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up...
Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to 480 Mbps connection speed. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-41 USB connector (10-1 pin USB78) This connector is on the heatpipe assembly. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard. 5. ROG... connector (3-pin ROG) This connector is for a USB 2.0 port. 4. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connectors. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up...
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... utility allows you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Place the support DVD in Windows® environment.) 2. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your BIOS The following utilities allow you to : • Save the current BIOS file •...flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-1 Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility: Restores the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. Refer to manage ...
... utility allows you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Place the support DVD in Windows® environment.) 2. The ASUS Update utility is copied to your BIOS The following utilities allow you to : • Save the current BIOS file •...flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-1 Click the Utilities tab, then click Install ASUS Update VX.XX.XX. 3. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility: Restores the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. Refer to manage ...
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... Update BIOS from a file option from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Follow the screen instructions to download. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. RAMPAGEIIIEXTREME.ROM RAMPAGEIIIEXTREME ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-3 Click Next. 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through...
... Update BIOS from a file option from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. Follow the screen instructions to download. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. RAMPAGEIIIEXTREME.ROM RAMPAGEIIIEXTREME ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-3 Click Next. 5. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through...
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... See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details. 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: Rampage III Extreme VER: 0229 DATE: 07/29/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V].../End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit 2. When found . To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and press to enable it is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS...
... See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details. 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V3.34 FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: Rampage III Extreme VER: 0229 DATE: 07/29/2009 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V].../End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit 2. When found . To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Go to the Tools menu to select EZ Flash 2 and press to enable it is found , EZ Flash 2 performs the BIOS...
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The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the system. 2. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-5 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1. The utility ... file. The system requires you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Turn on the ASUS official website. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while recovering the BIOS! To ensure system...
The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the system. 2. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-5 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and starts flashing the corrupted BIOS file. 4. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1. The utility ... file. The system requires you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Turn on the ASUS official website. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while recovering the BIOS! To ensure system...
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3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Boot Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Wait for ... needed to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state for option ROM. [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] . Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to use the ASUS MyLogo3™ feature.
3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Boot Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] Full Screen Logo [Enabled] AddOn ROM Display Mode [Force BIOS] Bootup Num-Lock [On] Wait for ... needed to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state for option ROM. [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] . Bootup Num-Lock [On] Allows you to use the ASUS MyLogo3™ feature.
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...8592;→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.00b FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: Rampage III Extreme VER: 0227 (H:00 B:14) DATE: 07/29/2009 Update ROM ...Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-43 Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press...
...8592;→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. ASUSTek EZ Flash 2 BIOS ROM Utility V4.00b FLASH TYPE: MXIC 25L1605A Current ROM BOARD: Rampage III Extreme VER: 0227 (H:00 B:14) DATE: 07/29/2009 Update ROM ...Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-43 Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press...
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Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Tools O.C. Profile 4 Status O.C. Profile 6 Status O.C. Start O.C. Profile Allows you to load. Profile 8 Status : Not Installed : Not Installed : Not Installed : Not Installed... utility. 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Profile 2 Status O.C. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to the BIOS Flash. Press to run the utility to sub-item. 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Load From: Start O.C. Profile 7 Status O.C. Load CMOS Profiles Allows you to save your CMOS settings in the BIOS Flash. Profile 3 Status O.C. Name: Save To...
Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Tools O.C. Profile 4 Status O.C. Profile 6 Status O.C. Start O.C. Profile Allows you to load. Profile 8 Status : Not Installed : Not Installed : Not Installed : Not Installed... utility. 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Profile 2 Status O.C. Add Your CMOS Profile Allows you to the BIOS Flash. Press to run the utility to sub-item. 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Load From: Start O.C. Profile 7 Status O.C. Load CMOS Profiles Allows you to save your CMOS settings in the BIOS Flash. Profile 3 Status O.C. Name: Save To...
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... DVD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to the optical drive. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-1 The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place ...browse the contents of the support DVD to maximize the features of the support DVD are subject to run the DVD. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is ...
... DVD that came with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to the optical drive. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-1 The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in this chapter for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place ...browse the contents of the support DVD to maximize the features of the support DVD are subject to run the DVD. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click an icon to display support DVD/motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is ...
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...Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to monitor its variation of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in ...you of each item immediately. Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs Microsoft DirectX 9.0c. ASUS ROG Connect You can use this software to control the performance of machine remotely, and to open, view, and print documents in healthy operating condition. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-3 ASUS AI Suite Installs the...
...Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to monitor its variation of any detected problems. This utility helps you keep your computer in ...you of each item immediately. Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs Microsoft DirectX 9.0c. ASUS ROG Connect You can use this software to control the performance of machine remotely, and to open, view, and print documents in healthy operating condition. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-3 ASUS AI Suite Installs the...