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......vi About this guide...vii RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION specifications summary ix OC Panel specifications summary xiii Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Unique Gaming Features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG exclusive features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS special features 1-5 1.1.5 ROG rich-bundled software 1-6 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-7 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU...
......vi About this guide...vii RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION specifications summary ix OC Panel specifications summary xiii Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Unique Gaming Features 1-2 1.1.3 ROG exclusive features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS special features 1-5 1.1.5 ROG rich-bundled software 1-6 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.2.1 Before you proceed 1-7 1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU...
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2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-14 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-14 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-16 2.4 OC Panel...2-18 2.4.1 OC Panel Overview 2-18 2.4.2 Setting up your OC Panel in ... 3-30 3.6.7 APM 3-32 3.6.8 Network Stack 3-33 3.6.9 ROG Effects 3-33 3.7 Monitor menu 3-34 3.8 Boot menu 3-38 3.9 Tools menu 3-43 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-43 3.9.2 ROG SSD Secure Erase 3-44 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-45 3.9.4 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-46 3.9.5 BIOS Flashback 3-47 3.9.6 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-47 3.10 Exit menu 3-49 3.11 Updating BIOS...
2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-14 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-14 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-16 2.4 OC Panel...2-18 2.4.1 OC Panel Overview 2-18 2.4.2 Setting up your OC Panel in ... 3-30 3.6.7 APM 3-32 3.6.8 Network Stack 3-33 3.6.9 ROG Effects 3-33 3.7 Monitor menu 3-34 3.8 Boot menu 3-38 3.9 Tools menu 3-43 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-43 3.9.2 ROG SSD Secure Erase 3-44 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-45 3.9.4 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-46 3.9.5 BIOS Flashback 3-47 3.9.6 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-47 3.10 Exit menu 3-49 3.11 Updating BIOS...
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...contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from...power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. vi Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power ...
...contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from...power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. vi Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power ...
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... documents are also provided. 4. vii Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 5. Where to find more information Refer to the following parts: 1. Chapter 4: Software support This... sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Optional documentation Your product package may...
... documents are also provided. 4. vii Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 5. Where to find more information Refer to the following parts: 1. Chapter 4: Software support This... sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Detailed descriptions of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Optional documentation Your product package may...
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RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN SupremeFX High Definition Audio Intel® Core™ i7 Processors for LGA 2011 socket Support 22nm CPU Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for details. 4 x PCIe3.0 x16 slots..., support x16; x16/x8/x16 and x16/x8/x8/x8 configurations 2 x PCIe2.0 x1 slots * This motherboard is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. ** Due to...
RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slots Multi-GPU Technology Storage LAN SupremeFX High Definition Audio Intel® Core™ i7 Processors for LGA 2011 socket Support 22nm CPU Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * Refer to www.asus.com for details. 4 x PCIe3.0 x16 slots..., support x16; x16/x8/x16 and x16/x8/x8/x8 configurations 2 x PCIe2.0 x1 slots * This motherboard is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. ** Due to...
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... 5A 1 x 5.25-inch drive bay required for NORMAL Mode installation 1 x SATA power cable from system power supply RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION and other motherboards with ROG_EXT port *Visit the ASUS website at one-click OC button Real-time control and display CPU fan speed, temperature, BCLK and RATIO Adjustable system voltages... Boot debug POST code Intuitive tuning in -chassis usage Seamless integration with CPU Level Up at www.asus.com for the latest motherboard support/compatibility lists. **Please install the latest utility/firmware (ROG Connect Plus) for better compatibility. ***Update the...
... 5A 1 x 5.25-inch drive bay required for NORMAL Mode installation 1 x SATA power cable from system power supply RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION and other motherboards with ROG_EXT port *Visit the ASUS website at one-click OC button Real-time control and display CPU fan speed, temperature, BCLK and RATIO Adjustable system voltages... Boot debug POST code Intuitive tuning in -chassis usage Seamless integration with CPU Level Up at www.asus.com for the latest motherboard support/compatibility lists. **Please install the latest utility/firmware (ROG Connect Plus) for better compatibility. ***Update the...
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xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1 x ROG Connect cable 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables 3 ...x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x SLI® cable 1 x CrossFireTM cable 1 x I/O Shield OC Panel Kit - 1 x OC Panel - 1 x OC Panel 5.25-inch drive bay metal case - 1 x OC Panel cable - 1 x set of screws 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x ROG Magnet 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS...
xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1 x ROG Connect cable 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables 3 ...x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables 1 x SLI® cable 1 x CrossFireTM cable 1 x I/O Shield OC Panel Kit - 1 x OC Panel - 1 x OC Panel 5.25-inch drive bay metal case - 1 x OC Panel cable - 1 x set of screws 1 x 2T2R dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x ROG Magnet 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS...
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xv Installation tools and components 1 set of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 2011 CPU Intel LGA 2011 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive Graphics card SATA optical disc drive (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xv Installation tools and components 1 set of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 2011 CPU Intel LGA 2011 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive Graphics card SATA optical disc drive (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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...seamless transition offered by complete backward compatibility with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices, and improves and optimizes graphics performance. * This motherboard is a single chipset that features data transfer rates of DDR3 2800(O.C.)/ 2666(O.C.)/ 2400(O.C.)/ 2133(O.C.)/ 1866/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066...processors. Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32Gb/s, double the 16Gb/s of current bus systems. Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-1 Extra SATA 6Gb/s support The Intel® X79 Express Chipset natively supports the next-generation SATA (Serial ATA) interface, ...
...seamless transition offered by complete backward compatibility with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices, and improves and optimizes graphics performance. * This motherboard is a single chipset that features data transfer rates of DDR3 2800(O.C.)/ 2666(O.C.)/ 2400(O.C.)/ 2133(O.C.)/ 1866/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066...processors. Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32Gb/s, double the 16Gb/s of current bus systems. Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-1 Extra SATA 6Gb/s support The Intel® X79 Express Chipset natively supports the next-generation SATA (Serial ATA) interface, ...
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... ideal for rendering detailed images or manipulating large files. Gunshots, footsteps, and call outs appear with precise directioning on the on this motherboard provides you to fully use network control, ROG GameFirst II with cFos Traffic Shaping technology is revamped with a more real. With the...of the latest plug and play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 2.0. 1.1.2 ROG Unique Gaming Features SupremeFX Black SupremeFX Black delivers premium audio quality without a separate audio card. 8 DIMM Design Support for up to 64GB of system memory with an 8-DIMM...
... ideal for rendering detailed images or manipulating large files. Gunshots, footsteps, and call outs appear with precise directioning on the on this motherboard provides you to fully use network control, ROG GameFirst II with cFos Traffic Shaping technology is revamped with a more real. With the...of the latest plug and play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 2.0. 1.1.2 ROG Unique Gaming Features SupremeFX Black SupremeFX Black delivers premium audio quality without a separate audio card. 8 DIMM Design Support for up to 64GB of system memory with an 8-DIMM...
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... really important tasks, and you can handle as much as NexFET™ Power Block MOSFETs, 60A chokes, and super-premium 10K black metallic solid state capacitors. It utilizes the best components such as 60A of power, which is a special IC that fully maximizes... code and hardware status readouts on -the-fly parameter adjustments at any stage. Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-3 Simply select the processor that of your notebook, as well as make on your motherboard at a purely hardware level. 1.1.3 ROG exclusive features Extreme Engine Digi+ III Extreme Engine ...
... really important tasks, and you can handle as much as NexFET™ Power Block MOSFETs, 60A chokes, and super-premium 10K black metallic solid state capacitors. It utilizes the best components such as 60A of power, which is a special IC that fully maximizes... code and hardware status readouts on -the-fly parameter adjustments at any stage. Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-3 Simply select the processor that of your notebook, as well as make on your motherboard at a purely hardware level. 1.1.3 ROG exclusive features Extreme Engine Digi+ III Extreme Engine ...
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... are offered, along with info covering CPU temp, ratio, base clock, and CPU fan speed. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. OC Panel Overclocking made easier than ever! With one stop shop to fine-tune your ...system to optimal performance. With Extreme Tweaker, you detect your system's important system voltages. ProbeIt This motherboard consists of a button. The motherboard features ROG BIOS Print that helps you can help measure your system's current voltage. Loadline Calibration Maintaining ample voltage ...
... are offered, along with info covering CPU temp, ratio, base clock, and CPU fan speed. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. OC Panel Overclocking made easier than ever! With one stop shop to fine-tune your ...system to optimal performance. With Extreme Tweaker, you detect your system's important system voltages. ProbeIt This motherboard consists of a button. The motherboard features ROG BIOS Print that helps you can help measure your system's current voltage. Loadline Calibration Maintaining ample voltage ...
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... as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to work with ROG CPU-Z. MemTweakIt MemTweakIt is capable of performing mult-channel encoding of your CPU, motherboard, memory, and other main components. DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on a PC, notebook, or netbook. DTS Connect To get the...
... as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to work with ROG CPU-Z. MemTweakIt MemTweakIt is capable of performing mult-channel encoding of your CPU, motherboard, memory, and other main components. DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on a PC, notebook, or netbook. DTS Connect To get the...
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... you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before...as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • ... is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-7
... you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before...as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • ... is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-7
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1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to section 1.2.9 Internal connectors and the section about the Rear I/O Connection on Chapter 2 for more information about the internal connectors and rear panel connectors. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.2.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to section 1.2.9 Internal connectors and the section about the Rear I/O Connection on Chapter 2 for more information about the internal connectors and rear panel connectors. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the... LGA2011 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap...
... 1 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the... LGA2011 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap...
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Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-11 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-11 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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...1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For effective use a more memory on the motherboard. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800... DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. ...
...1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For effective use a more memory on the motherboard. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800... DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with memory frequency higher than the vendor-marked value. com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. ...
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...8226;•• 1.65 ••• 1.65 ••• 1.65 • (Continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-13 Timing CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2666C10 16GB (4x4GB) DS - CMY16GX3M2A2400C10R 16GB (Ver4.21)(XMP) (2x8GB) DS - F3-2400C11Q-32GXM (XMP) 32GB ...) 32GB (4x8GB) 16GB (4x4GB) 32GB (4x8GB) 16GB (4x4GB) 16GB (4x4GB) SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3 2800 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. CMY16GX3M2A2400C10A 16GB (Ver4.21)(XMP) (8x2GB) DS - ...
...8226;•• 1.65 ••• 1.65 ••• 1.65 • (Continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION 1-13 Timing CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2666C10 16GB (4x4GB) DS - CMY16GX3M2A2400C10R 16GB (Ver4.21)(XMP) (2x8GB) DS - F3-2400C11Q-32GXM (XMP) 32GB ...) 32GB (4x8GB) 16GB (4x4GB) 32GB (4x8GB) 16GB (4x4GB) 16GB (4x4GB) SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. RAMPAGE IV BLACK EDITION Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3 2800 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. CMY16GX3M2A2400C10A 16GB (Ver4.21)(XMP) (8x2GB) DS - ...