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...23 2.5 Starting up for the first time 2-24 2.6 Turning off the computer 2-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 My Favorites 3-6 3.4 Main menu 3-7 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-9 3.6 Advanced menu 3-28 3.6.1 CPU Configuration 3-29 3.6.2 PCH Configuration 3-32 3.6.3 ... menu 3-43 3.8 Boot menu 3-47 3.9 Tool menu 3-53 3.10 Exit menu 3-55 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-56 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-56 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-57 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-58 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-59 iv
...23 2.5 Starting up for the first time 2-24 2.6 Turning off the computer 2-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 My Favorites 3-6 3.4 Main menu 3-7 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu 3-9 3.6 Advanced menu 3-28 3.6.1 CPU Configuration 3-29 3.6.2 PCH Configuration 3-32 3.6.3 ... menu 3-43 3.8 Boot menu 3-47 3.9 Tool menu 3-53 3.10 Exit menu 3-55 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-56 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-56 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-57 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-58 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-59 iv
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... Streamer 4.6 ROG Audio features Sonic Studio Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SoundStage DTS Connect 4.7 Sonic Radar II 4.8 GameFirst III 4.9 KeyBot 4.10 ASUS Disk Unlocker 4.11 RAMDisk 4.12 MemTweakIt 4.13 ROG CPU-Z 4.14 ROG Connect 4-1 4-1 4-1 4-3 4-4 4-4 4-7 4-7 4-8 4-10 4-11 4-13 4-14 4-17 4-18 4-19 4-21 4-22 ... Intelligent Processors 5 5-Way Optimization Turbo Processing Unit (TPU) Fan Xpert 3 DIGI+ Power Control Turbo App Energy Processing Unit (EPU) USB 3.0 Boost EZ Update System Information USB BIOS Flashback USB Charger+ Push Notice Ai Charger+ Wi-Fi Engine Wi-Fi GO!
... Streamer 4.6 ROG Audio features Sonic Studio Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SoundStage DTS Connect 4.7 Sonic Radar II 4.8 GameFirst III 4.9 KeyBot 4.10 ASUS Disk Unlocker 4.11 RAMDisk 4.12 MemTweakIt 4.13 ROG CPU-Z 4.14 ROG Connect 4-1 4-1 4-1 4-3 4-4 4-4 4-7 4-7 4-8 4-10 4-11 4-13 4-14 4-17 4-18 4-19 4-21 4-22 ... Intelligent Processors 5 5-Way Optimization Turbo Processing Unit (TPU) Fan Xpert 3 DIGI+ Power Control Turbo App Energy Processing Unit (EPU) USB 3.0 Boost EZ Update System Information USB BIOS Flashback USB Charger+ Push Notice Ai Charger+ Wi-Fi Engine Wi-Fi GO!
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... describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 5. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter...
... describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. 5. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter...
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It also allows you to regularly check for three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 1-5 1.1.4 ASUS special features Al Suite 3 CU With its user-friendly interface, ASUS Al Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into a single software package. Simply install a USB storage device containing the...
It also allows you to regularly check for three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 1-5 1.1.4 ASUS special features Al Suite 3 CU With its user-friendly interface, ASUS Al Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into a single software package. Simply install a USB storage device containing the...
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... initiate the memory compatibility tuning process that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOKI function. • The MemOK! via IzQ , Eun MOW% V EXITIEWIZC Da ito ,I nami:o=olia=mrarommo anatook, RAMPAGE V EXTREME MemOK! button does not function under Windows® OS ...are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that can help lead to test one set is...
... initiate the memory compatibility tuning process that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOKI function. • The MemOK! via IzQ , Eun MOW% V EXITIEWIZC Da ito ,I nami:o=olia=mrarommo anatook, RAMPAGE V EXTREME MemOK! button does not function under Windows® OS ...are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that can help lead to test one set is...
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... is ongoing, otherwise the update will be interrupted. The BIOS will be updated automatically. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to the Updating BIOS section in Chapter 3. •...
... is ongoing, otherwise the update will be interrupted. The BIOS will be updated automatically. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2. Extract and rename the BIOS image file to the Updating BIOS section in Chapter 3. •...
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Visit www.asus.com for the latest firmware and updates about the OC Panel. +CaT, • Ensure that you to the BIOS settings or use software utilities. These modes are further explained in an available 5.25-inch drive bay on an "open-air" OC test bench (Extreme Mode). 2.4 OC ... 0 O, OK button Right Arrow button Reset button Value Down button Fan connectors 3,4 Pause and Slow Mode Subzero Sense connector OC Panel cover ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 2-19 You can setup the OC Panel in the succeeding subsections. • Ensure that your computer chassis (Normal Mode) or as an ...
Visit www.asus.com for the latest firmware and updates about the OC Panel. +CaT, • Ensure that you to the BIOS settings or use software utilities. These modes are further explained in an available 5.25-inch drive bay on an "open-air" OC test bench (Extreme Mode). 2.4 OC ... 0 O, OK button Right Arrow button Reset button Value Down button Fan connectors 3,4 Pause and Slow Mode Subzero Sense connector OC Panel cover ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 2-19 You can setup the OC Panel in the succeeding subsections. • Ensure that your computer chassis (Normal Mode) or as an ...
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ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to run the BIOS Setup. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help... new system component that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. The term "BIOS" in the following circumstances: • An error message...
ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to run the BIOS Setup. DO NOT change the BIOS settings only with the help... new system component that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. The term "BIOS" in the following circumstances: • An error message...
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...enabled in this section are for reference purposes only, and Ci1 may not exactly match what you do not press , the computer continues to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. For more information. The...want to use the Safe-Mode button first before trying to clear the CMOS and resetting the motherboard to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). You can perform this option if the DirectKey...
...enabled in this section are for reference purposes only, and Ci1 may not exactly match what you do not press , the computer continues to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. For more information. The...want to use the Safe-Mode button first before trying to clear the CMOS and resetting the motherboard to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). You can perform this option if the DirectKey...
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...Update 3). Advanced 17:17O Mel's., I Enabled CPU AIM NH arc Cr. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME...Enabled] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in [. IttintrnntdIntidenter•rt Method to Enable/Usable Lonna'Frxenar tfireads. LdR MndIlled i...
...Update 3). Advanced 17:17O Mel's., I Enabled CPU AIM NH arc Cr. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME...Enabled] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in [. IttintrnntdIntidenter•rt Method to Enable/Usable Lonna'Frxenar tfireads. LdR MndIlled i...
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... , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to eight, press , and then select Yes. Save to Profile This item allows you to save the current BIOS settings to BIOS2. COPY BIOS1/BIOS2 to BIOS2/BIOS1 Select [Yes] to copy the content of...Boot Select [Yes] to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Name This item allows you to key in a profile number from one to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from your USB drive. ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to force ...
... , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to eight, press , and then select Yes. Save to Profile This item allows you to save the current BIOS settings to BIOS2. COPY BIOS1/BIOS2 to BIOS2/BIOS1 Select [Yes] to copy the content of...Boot Select [Yes] to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Name This item allows you to key in a profile number from one to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from your USB drive. ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to force ...
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... a USB flash drive. 3. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. EZ Update: Updates the BIOS in the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in DOS environment using the current version of this motherboard. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive...
... a USB flash drive. 3. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. EZ Update: Updates the BIOS in the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in DOS environment using the current version of this motherboard. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive...
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... Mole WNW,: OD Help drqel Wert oF Load rapdbeFaaaavaL,FoeagetvaraHoForakod] Woe 405[12.2 a .gca U 3. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-57 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Before you to update the BIOS without having to perform the BIOS update process. 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Advanced Mode Man ES Flash 2 Utility...
... Mole WNW,: OD Help drqel Wert oF Load rapdbeFaaaavaL,FoeagetvaraHoForakod] Woe 405[12.2 a .gca U 3. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-57 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Before you to update the BIOS without having to perform the BIOS update process. 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you start using EZ Flash 2: 1. Advanced Mode Man ES Flash 2 Utility...
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... or gets corrupted during the updating process. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. The system requires you to load default BIOS values. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard...
... or gets corrupted during the updating process. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. The system requires you to load default BIOS values. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard...
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... a floppy disk due to boot using defaults ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-59 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to copy the current BIOS file so that you can use it as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the update process. 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to launch the select boot device...
... a floppy disk due to boot using defaults ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-59 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to copy the current BIOS file so that you can use it as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the update process. 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to launch the select boot device...
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...20 2006-08-26 Copyright (C) 1994-2005 H. If no key is detected. On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from the DVD/CD. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/05/22] FLASH TYPE Current ROM BOARD: VER: DATE: Update ROM BOARD: VER: DATE: PATH: A: R5E.CAP 2097152 2014-07-20 17:30...:48 [-Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [7] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3-60 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ...
...20 2006-08-26 Copyright (C) 1994-2005 H. If no key is detected. On the BIOS Updater screen, press to switch from the DVD/CD. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/05/22] FLASH TYPE Current ROM BOARD: VER: DATE: Update ROM BOARD: VER: DATE: PATH: A: R5E.CAP 2097152 2014-07-20 17:30...:48 [-Note [Enter] Select or Load [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [7] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3-60 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ...
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... system compatibility and stability. Select Yes then press . Restart your computer. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm the BIOS update. Are you sure you want to exit BIOS Updater. 6. When the BIOS update is complete, press to update the BIOS? 5. a) aga U ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-61 Press to switch from Drives panel to Files panel then press keys to prevent...
... system compatibility and stability. Select Yes then press . Restart your computer. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm the BIOS update. Are you sure you want to exit BIOS Updater. 6. When the BIOS update is complete, press to update the BIOS? 5. a) aga U ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 3-61 Press to switch from Drives panel to Files panel then press keys to prevent...
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...8226;••16 f if IN% CO MN., CI 'mu 6tt w PIPS ;,47 n Al Suite 3 main menu bar 01 USB BIOS 5-Way Optimization Al Charger+ EZ Update Flashback WI-Fl Engine rr CD 4:6 USB 3.0 Boost System USB Charger+ Push Notice Version Information • Some functions in the Al Suite...allows you easy-access controls and insight to what's going on the top-right corner of the integrated ASUS utilities. The Al Suite 3 screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at the same time ensuring system stability. CWArkiwiNciebors 5 re."101. Al Suite 3 Main menu...
...8226;••16 f if IN% CO MN., CI 'mu 6tt w PIPS ;,47 n Al Suite 3 main menu bar 01 USB BIOS 5-Way Optimization Al Charger+ EZ Update Flashback WI-Fl Engine rr CD 4:6 USB 3.0 Boost System USB Charger+ Push Notice Version Information • Some functions in the Al Suite...allows you easy-access controls and insight to what's going on the top-right corner of the integrated ASUS utilities. The Al Suite 3 screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at the same time ensuring system stability. CWArkiwiNciebors 5 re."101. Al Suite 3 Main menu...
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... Al Suite 3 main menu, then click EZ Update on the Al Suite 3 main menu bar. EZ Update screen Click or tap to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software, and firmware Click or tap to search and select the BIOS file Click or tap to select _I a boot... logo L Click or tap to automatically update your motherboard's software, drivers, or BIOS. With this utility, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that allows you to update the BIOS n 01 rC-eeD. 4:6 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that will display during ...
... Al Suite 3 main menu, then click EZ Update on the Al Suite 3 main menu bar. EZ Update screen Click or tap to automatically update your motherboard's driver, software, and firmware Click or tap to search and select the BIOS file Click or tap to select _I a boot... logo L Click or tap to automatically update your motherboard's software, drivers, or BIOS. With this utility, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that allows you to update the BIOS n 01 rC-eeD. 4:6 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that will display during ...
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... to quickly check for an updated BIOS. 2. Click or tap Apply to a USB storage device. on the top-right corner of days to cancel the download schedule. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 4-21 Launching USB BIOS Flashback To launch USB BIOS Flashback, click or tap main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to check...
... to quickly check for an updated BIOS. 2. Click or tap Apply to a USB storage device. on the top-right corner of days to cancel the download schedule. ASUS RAMPAGE V EXTREME 4-21 Launching USB BIOS Flashback To launch USB BIOS Flashback, click or tap main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback. USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to check...