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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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... car engineer-with ROG Connect. such as make on the RC Bluetooth card, overclockers can real-time monitor the desktop PC system status & tweak its parameters in old-fashioned way? Refer to do! Tweak it the hardcore way! ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-3 Tri-Channel, DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features...
... car engineer-with ROG Connect. such as make on the RC Bluetooth card, overclockers can real-time monitor the desktop PC system status & tweak its parameters in old-fashioned way? Refer to do! Tweak it the hardcore way! ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-3 Tri-Channel, DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features...
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... failsafe settings that can dramatically improve system booting success. iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking for 2 seconds, BIOS would be able to computer upgrades. Refer to flash BIOS ever! Extreme Engine Digi+ balances the need to enter the BIOS or the operating system, just.... It expedites heat dissipation and achieves better electric conduction keeping critical components reliable. Worry no doubt that USB BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ultimate convenience! Now you'll be automatically flashed under standby power. USB BIOS FlashBack Refresh the BIOS can never be...
... failsafe settings that can dramatically improve system booting success. iROG greatly increases fun during overclocking for 2 seconds, BIOS would be able to computer upgrades. Refer to flash BIOS ever! Extreme Engine Digi+ balances the need to enter the BIOS or the operating system, just.... It expedites heat dissipation and achieves better electric conduction keeping critical components reliable. Worry no doubt that USB BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ultimate convenience! Now you'll be automatically flashed under standby power. USB BIOS FlashBack Refresh the BIOS can never be...
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...critical but risky. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-5 BIOS Flashback Two BIOS ROM. Twice the overclocking flexibility. ProbeIt Get all here! By pushing BIOS button, overclockers can overclock with ROG's CPU Level Up! Overclocking is never as easy as the "red zone" of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is ..., they want to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester. Two BIOS settings. BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ability to optimal performance. Extreme Tweaker One stop shop to fine-tune your CPU at no additional cost with even more expansive CPU? ...
...critical but risky. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-5 BIOS Flashback Two BIOS ROM. Twice the overclocking flexibility. ProbeIt Get all here! By pushing BIOS button, overclockers can overclock with ROG's CPU Level Up! Overclocking is never as easy as the "red zone" of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is ..., they want to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester. Two BIOS settings. BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ability to optimal performance. Extreme Tweaker One stop shop to fine-tune your CPU at no additional cost with even more expansive CPU? ...
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...loading. ASUS Q-Connector Make connections quick and accurate The Q-Connector allows you to short the pins or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclocking. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. The COP EX allows overclockers to ... module. Loadline Calibration Optimal power boost for maximum performance achievement. Onboard Switches No more freedom and less constraint for extreme CPU overclocking! It can also be used to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without the worries of plugging in one easy step...
...loading. ASUS Q-Connector Make connections quick and accurate The Q-Connector allows you to short the pins or moving jumpers With an easy press during overclocking. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. The COP EX allows overclockers to ... module. Loadline Calibration Optimal power boost for maximum performance achievement. Onboard Switches No more freedom and less constraint for extreme CPU overclocking! It can also be used to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without the worries of plugging in one easy step...
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Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of Storage! Profile that are among the industry's highest. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-7 SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of current bus systems. O.C. Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, ... for Windows Vista and DirectX10. 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 6.0Gb/s data transfer rates.
Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of Storage! Profile that are among the industry's highest. ROG Rampage III Extreme 1-7 SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of current bus systems. O.C. Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, ... for Windows Vista and DirectX10. 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 6.0Gb/s data transfer rates.
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GO LED Blinking: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in use. 6. 5. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is enabled before POST. is in OS. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Lighting: Indicates that MemOK! 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. 5. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is enabled before POST. is in OS. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Lighting: Indicates that MemOK! BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity.
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...channel only. • According to support a full memory load (6 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. We recommend you do any of 3GB system memory if you obtain memory modules from a memory module. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-15 For more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-... You may damage the CPU permanently. Use a maximum of the following: - For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you are supported for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-...
...channel only. • According to support a full memory load (6 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. We recommend you do any of 3GB system memory if you obtain memory modules from a memory module. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-15 For more on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-... You may damage the CPU permanently. Use a maximum of the following: - For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you are supported for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-...
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... system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down the clr CMOS switch on the back I/O. 2. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-29 You can automatically reset CPU parameter settings to enable the clr CMOS switch on the back I /O. clr CMOS switch behavior System power state G3... the RTC when the system hangs due to re-enter data. Press down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to CPU overclocking.
... system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down the clr CMOS switch on the back I/O. 2. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-29 You can automatically reset CPU parameter settings to enable the clr CMOS switch on the back I /O. clr CMOS switch behavior System power state G3... the RTC when the system hangs due to re-enter data. Press down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to CPU overclocking.
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... cable to this connector and USB78 on the motherboard to the IEEE 1394a connector. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for ASUS OC Station connection only. Never connect a USB cable to enjoy easier overclocking. 7.
... cable to this connector and USB78 on the motherboard to the IEEE 1394a connector. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for ASUS OC Station connection only. Never connect a USB cable to enjoy easier overclocking. 7.
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Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. 2.9.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-49 This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system.
Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. 2.9.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-49 This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system.
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Press the BIOS button to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information or press it to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. 3. 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. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. 2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information or press it to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. 3. GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! BIOS button The motherboard comes with two BIOS.
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... area gives you easier access to the measure points when a multitester is employed for ProbeIt location. Figure 1 Figure 2 The photos above are for your busy overclocking work. Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. 2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information
... area gives you easier access to the measure points when a multitester is employed for ProbeIt location. Figure 1 Figure 2 The photos above are for your busy overclocking work. Using ProbeIt You may differ by models. 2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. 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 SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 SATA5 SATA6 Storage...Navigation 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...
...1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. 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 SATA1 SATA2 SATA3 SATA4 SATA5 SATA6 Storage...Navigation 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...
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... Megatrends, Inc. Scroll down to malfunction. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-9 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...
... Megatrends, Inc. Scroll down to malfunction. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-9 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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... adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency. eXtreme Memory Profile [Speedy] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Configuration options: [Auto] [i3-530-2.93G] [i3... parameters will adjusted automatically. 3.3.4 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Allows you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set Ai Overclock Tuner to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Speedy] [Flying] [Lighting] This item...
... adjust the ratio between CPU Core Clock and FSB Frequency. eXtreme Memory Profile [Speedy] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Configuration options: [Auto] [i3-530-2.93G] [i3... parameters will adjusted automatically. 3.3.4 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] Allows you install memory module(s) supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set Ai Overclock Tuner to achieve desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Speedy] [Flying] [Lighting] This item...
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... 100 to 500. 3.3.8 PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P] or [Manual]. 3.3.7 BCLK Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the PCI Express frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Slow Mode] [4800MT/s] [5866MT/s] [6400MT/s] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-11 You can also type the desired value using the numeric keypad. Use...
... 100 to 500. 3.3.8 PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P] or [Manual]. 3.3.7 BCLK Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the PCI Express frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Slow Mode] [4800MT/s] [5866MT/s] [6400MT/s] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-11 You can also type the desired value using the numeric keypad. Use...
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Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-13 Round Trip Latency on CHB 0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 15 Clock] - [Advance 1 Clock] Round Trip Latency on CHC 0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance ...] - [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 Round Trip Latency on CHB 0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance 15 Clock] - [Advance 1 Clock] Round Trip Latency on CHC 0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Advance ...] - [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.