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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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... updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-7 3.2.3 Navigation keys 3-7 3.2.4 Menu items 3-8 3.2.5 Submenu items 3-8 3.2.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.2.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.2.8 Scroll bar 3-8 3.2.9 General help 3-8 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-9 3.3.1 CPU Level Up [Auto 3-10 3.3.2 Sync Mode [Enabled 3-10 3.3.3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 3-10 3.3.4 CPU...
... updating your BIOS 3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility 3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-5 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-6 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen 3-7 3.2.2 Menu bar 3-7 3.2.3 Navigation keys 3-7 3.2.4 Menu items 3-8 3.2.5 Submenu items 3-8 3.2.6 Configuration fields 3-8 3.2.7 Pop-up window 3-8 3.2.8 Scroll bar 3-8 3.2.9 General help 3-8 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-9 3.3.1 CPU Level Up [Auto 3-10 3.3.2 Sync Mode [Enabled 3-10 3.3.3 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto 3-10 3.3.4 CPU...
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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 Device...
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 Device...
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... RC Bluetooth Smashes all the wireless convenience brought from the Back IO on the RC Bluetooth card, overclockers can real-time monitor the desktop PC system status & tweak its parameters in old-fashioned way? ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-3 Tri-Channel, DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of...
... RC Bluetooth Smashes all the wireless convenience brought from the Back IO on the RC Bluetooth card, overclockers can real-time monitor the desktop PC system status & tweak its parameters in old-fashioned way? ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-3 Tri-Channel, DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of...
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... enthusiasts and it comes to determine failsafe settings that can never be that gives users full disposal of analog and digital design elements Extreme Engine Digi+ equipped with high performance digital VRM design can imagine. Refer to page 2-32 for 2 seconds, BIOS would be...experience. Any memory is the fastest memory booting solution today. iROG Intelligent multiple control at a hardware level. iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking for rock solid performance to patch memory issues and get your system up and running in no more control and efficiency. 1-4 Chapter 1:...
... enthusiasts and it comes to determine failsafe settings that can never be that gives users full disposal of analog and digital design elements Extreme Engine Digi+ equipped with high performance digital VRM design can imagine. Refer to page 2-32 for 2 seconds, BIOS would be...experience. Any memory is the fastest memory booting solution today. iROG Intelligent multiple control at a hardware level. iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking for rock solid performance to patch memory issues and get your system up and running in no more control and efficiency. 1-4 Chapter 1:...
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... instant upgrade! Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of the BIOS simultaneously. Very much like the "SaveGame" function, one stop performance tuning shop Extreme Tweakers is to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester...processor you could have BIOS flexibility is answered! Two BIOS settings. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-5 ProbeIt Get all here! By pushing BIOS button, overclockers can be stored with any previous version. Extreme Tweaker One stop shop to fine-tune your CPU at no additional cost ...
... instant upgrade! Voltiminder LED Friendly reminder on with hardware-based overclocking ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of the BIOS simultaneously. Very much like the "SaveGame" function, one stop performance tuning shop Extreme Tweakers is to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester...processor you could have BIOS flexibility is answered! Two BIOS settings. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-5 ProbeIt Get all here! By pushing BIOS button, overclockers can be stored with any previous version. Extreme Tweaker One stop shop to fine-tune your CPU at no additional cost ...
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...and accurate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features USB 3.0 Support 10X Faster Date Rates! Maintaining ample voltage support for the CPU is also backward compatible with burn proof protection to chipsets and GPU! Onboard Switches No more freedom and less constraint for extreme CPU overclocking! The COP EX... allows more shorting pins or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclocking. Built to connect easily with next generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 ...
...and accurate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features USB 3.0 Support 10X Faster Date Rates! Maintaining ample voltage support for the CPU is also backward compatible with burn proof protection to chipsets and GPU! Onboard Switches No more freedom and less constraint for extreme CPU overclocking! The COP EX... allows more shorting pins or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclocking. Built to connect easily with next generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 ...
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...or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. This motherboard now adopts the future standard to deliver the most vivid audio enjoyment. 3DMark® Vantage...API from Microsoft Kaspersky® Anti-Virus The best protection from Futuremark, newly designed for individual users and home offices. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-7 Profile that are among the industry's highest. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine, which is the...
...or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. This motherboard now adopts the future standard to deliver the most vivid audio enjoyment. 3DMark® Vantage...API from Microsoft Kaspersky® Anti-Virus The best protection from Futuremark, newly designed for individual users and home offices. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-7 Profile that are among the industry's highest. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine, which is the...
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is in OS. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in use. 6. Lighting: Indicates that MemOK! Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is enabled before POST. 5.
is in OS. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in use. 6. Lighting: Indicates that MemOK! Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is enabled before POST. 5.
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...(SPD), which is the standard way of the lower-sized channel for one DIMM per channel only. • According to section 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 Mb...compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is dependent on the motherboard. Use a maximum of the following: - ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-15 DIMMs and DDR3-1600 are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB ...
...(SPD), which is the standard way of the lower-sized channel for one DIMM per channel only. • According to section 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 Mb...compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is dependent on the motherboard. Use a maximum of the following: - ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-15 DIMMs and DDR3-1600 are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB ...
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...clear the CMOS memory and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. S5: Power off without +5VSB power (AC power loss); ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-29 The clr CMOS switch on the back I /O. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. With the... not function if the CLRTC_SW jumper is moved to the Disable position. • Ensure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to CPU overclocking. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 2.6 Jumper 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW) This jumper allows you clear the CMOS. • You do not need to ...
...clear the CMOS memory and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. S5: Power off without +5VSB power (AC power loss); ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-29 The clr CMOS switch on the back I /O. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. With the... not function if the CLRTC_SW jumper is moved to the Disable position. • Ensure to re-enter your previous BIOS settings after you to CPU overclocking. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. 2.6 Jumper 1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW) This jumper allows you clear the CMOS. • You do not need to ...
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... USB78 on the motherboard to the IEEE 1394a connector. Never connect a USB cable to enjoy easier overclocking. 7. Doing so will damage the motherboard! IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for ASUS OC Station connection only. C��o�n�n��e�c�t�o�n�e��...
... USB78 on the motherboard to the IEEE 1394a connector. Never connect a USB cable to enjoy easier overclocking. 7. Doing so will damage the motherboard! IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for ASUS OC Station connection only. C��o�n�n��e�c�t�o�n�e��...
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This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-49 2.9.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to wake/power up the system. 2. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system.
This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-49 2.9.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to wake/power up the system. 2. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system.
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BIOS button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Press the BIOS button to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. 3. or press it to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK!
BIOS button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Press the BIOS button to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. 3. or press it to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK!
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... clearly marked area gives you easier access to the following illustration for ProbeIt location. 2.9.6 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt feature provides a nice touch for your busy overclocking work. No time wasted fumbling around on Figure 2.
... clearly marked area gives you easier access to the following illustration for ProbeIt location. 2.9.6 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt feature provides a nice touch for your busy overclocking work. No time wasted fumbling around on Figure 2.
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... keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing...the navigation keys differ from one screen to select a field. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-7 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date Language ...
... keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing...the navigation keys differ from one screen to select a field. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-7 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit System Time System Date Language ...
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...] --- Please key in numbers or select voltage!--- Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Sync mode Target CPU Frequency: 2793MHZ Target DRAM Frequency: 1066MHZ LN2 Mode: Disabled CPU Level Up [Auto] Sync mode [Enabled] Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Status:(Min:12...
...] --- Please key in numbers or select voltage!--- Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure System Performance Settings Sync mode Target CPU Frequency: 2793MHZ Target DRAM Frequency: 1066MHZ LN2 Mode: Disabled CPU Level Up [Auto] Sync mode [Enabled] Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Status:(Min:12...
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... to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. CPU Level Up ROG Memory Profile Allows you to select a memory profile. eXtreme Memory Profile [Speedy] This item appears only when you set overclocking parameters. mode supported by your CPU model. 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [High Performance] [High Frequency] ROG Memory Profile [Disabled] This...
... to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. CPU Level Up ROG Memory Profile Allows you to select a memory profile. eXtreme Memory Profile [Speedy] This item appears only when you set overclocking parameters. mode supported by your CPU model. 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [High Performance] [High Frequency] ROG Memory Profile [Disabled] This...
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.../s] [6400MT/s] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-11 You can also type the desired value using the numeric keypad. Refer to adjust the value. The values range from 100 to 500. 3.3.8 PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to set the DDR3 operating frequency. The following two items appear when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to...
.../s] [6400MT/s] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-11 You can also type the desired value using the numeric keypad. Refer to adjust the value. The values range from 100 to 500. 3.3.8 PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to set the DDR3 operating frequency. The following two items appear when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to...
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...] - [9 DRAM Clock] WRITE to WRITE Delay(SR) 4 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] [6 DRAM Clock] 3.3.13 CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto] Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-13
...] - [9 DRAM Clock] WRITE to WRITE Delay(SR) 4 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] [6 DRAM Clock] 3.3.13 CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto] Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-13