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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 ... Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-2 2.1.3 Motherboard installation 2-4 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-5 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-6 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-7 2.1.7 Front I/O connector ...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 ... Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-2 2.1.3 Motherboard installation 2-4 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-5 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-6 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-7 2.1.7 Front I/O connector ...
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vi If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you...keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you are using, contact your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your local power company. • If the ...the devices are unplugged before using the product, ensure all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing...
vi If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you...keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you are using, contact your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your local power company. • If the ...the devices are unplugged before using the product, ensure all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing...
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... updates. 1. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. vii Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. ... How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may include ...
... updates. 1. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. vii Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. ... How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that may include ...
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xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 4 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension Cable for Addressable strips 1 x 3-in-1 thermistor cable 1 x Wafer cable 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x SLI™ HB Bridge...
xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 4 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension Cable for Addressable strips 1 x 3-in-1 thermistor cable 1 x Wafer cable 1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x SLI™ HB Bridge...
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Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xv
Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. xv
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... pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component....motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME...
... pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component....motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME...
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1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to 8-core. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for the AM4 socket. The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Ensure that you use a CPU designed for AMD® Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Series CPU up to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to 8-core. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for the AM4 socket. The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Ensure that you use a CPU designed for AMD® Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Series CPU up to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
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Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Recommended memory configurations ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-5 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.
Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. Recommended memory configurations ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-5 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.
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.../MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is then mapped for single-channel operation. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. Under the default...
.../MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is then mapped for single-channel operation. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. Under the default...
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1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Chapter 1 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16/x8_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x8_2 slot 5 PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot 6 PCIe 2.0 x4_3 slot ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Chapter 1 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16/x8_1 slot 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x8_2 slot 5 PCIe 2.0 x1_3 slot 6 PCIe 2.0 x4_3 slot ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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... N/A x4 (PCI Express 2.0) • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
... N/A x4 (PCI Express 2.0) • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect chassis fans to the motherboard chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-9 Chapter 1 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working...
... that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-9 Chapter 1 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working...
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Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1.7 Jumper 1. LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1.7 Jumper 1. LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
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... locate the root problem within seconds. Q LEDs (BOOT, VGA, DRAM, CPU) Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to case. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-13
... locate the root problem within seconds. Q LEDs (BOOT, VGA, DRAM, CPU) Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to case. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-13
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Chapter 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set to [AHCI]. Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you ...
Chapter 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set to [AHCI]. Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you ...
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Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at mid-board shares with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! • 1 x USB 2.0 port (USB15) at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 MBps connection speed. Chapter 1 4. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB15) This connector is for the USB 2.0 port. This USB connector complies with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. • This connector supports one USB 2.0 port. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at mid-board shares with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! • 1 x USB 2.0 port (USB15) at the back of the system chassis. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 MBps connection speed. Chapter 1 4. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB15) This connector is for the USB 2.0 port. This USB connector complies with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. • This connector supports one USB 2.0 port. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... cable to the fan connector. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps on water cooling device. Chapter 1 • DO NOT forget to ...motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. 5. CPU, CPU optional, water pump+, extension, radiator, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin RAD1A-D_FAN; 4-pin RAD2A-D_FAN;4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME...
... cable to the fan connector. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Do not place jumper caps on water cooling device. Chapter 1 • DO NOT forget to ...motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. 5. CPU, CPU optional, water pump+, extension, radiator, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin RAD1A-D_FAN; 4-pin RAD2A-D_FAN;4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME...
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... Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Full Speed Shared Control A A B B B B C C C C - 6. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 Header CPU_FAN CPU_OPT RAD1A_FAN RAD1B_FAN RAD1C_FAN RAD1D_FAN RAD2A_FAN RAD2B_FAN RAD2C_FAN RAD2D_FAN EXT_FAN CHA_FAN W_PUMP+ Max. Current...
... Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Full Speed Shared Control A A B B B B C C C C - 6. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 Header CPU_FAN CPU_OPT RAD1A_FAN RAD1B_FAN RAD1C_FAN RAD1D_FAN RAD2A_FAN RAD2B_FAN RAD2C_FAN RAD2D_FAN EXT_FAN CHA_FAN W_PUMP+ Max. Current...
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ROG extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel I/II. • The OC Panel I/II is for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 10. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-27 Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) This connector is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I/II varies over different platforms. • Visit www.asus.com for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. Chapter 1 9.
ROG extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel I/II. • The OC Panel I/II is for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 10. ROG CROSSHAIR VI EXTREME 1-27 Thermal sensor connector (2-pin T_SENSOR) This connector is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I/II varies over different platforms. • Visit www.asus.com for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. Chapter 1 9.