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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii CROSSHAIR VI HERO specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv 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 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.1.4 System memory 1-5 1.1.5 Expansion slots 1-7 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches 1-9 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1-12 1.1.8 Jumper 1-19 1.1.9 Internal connectors 1-20 1.1.10 ProbeIt 1-32 Chapter 2: ...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii CROSSHAIR VI HERO specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv 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 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.1.4 System memory 1-5 1.1.5 Expansion slots 1-7 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches 1-9 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1-12 1.1.8 Jumper 1-19 1.1.9 Internal connectors 1-20 1.1.10 ProbeIt 1-32 Chapter 2: ...
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... • When adding or removing devices to or from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. vi If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using , contact your ... the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...
... • When adding or removing devices to or from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. vi If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using , contact your ... the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the...
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... 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. 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 optional documentation, such as...
... 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. 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 optional documentation, such as...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M) 1 x Extension Cable for RGB Strips (80cm) 1 x I/O Shield 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x 10-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x ROG sticker 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x 3D Printing Mount Screw Package ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xiii
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG CROSSHAIR VI HERO 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M) 1 x Extension Cable for RGB Strips (80cm) 1 x I/O Shield 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x 10-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x ROG sticker 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x 3D Printing Mount Screw Package ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xiii
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xiv 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 (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xiv 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 (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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... remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-1 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 touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap...
... remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-1 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 touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap...
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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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DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to 8-core. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. 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! Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for the AM4 socket.
DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to 8-core. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. 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! Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for the AM4 socket.
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A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-5
A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-5
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... 1: Product Introduction Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the same version or data code (D/C) from a memory module.
... 1: Product Introduction Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the same version or data code (D/C) from a memory module.
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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 ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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 ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-7 Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.
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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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... a power-on a bare or open-case system. ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-9 This is plugged to reboot the system. RESET button (RESET) Press the reset button to a power source indicating that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. The button also lights up when...
... a power-on a bare or open-case system. ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-9 This is plugged to reboot the system. RESET button (RESET) Press the reset button to a power source indicating that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. 2. The button also lights up when...
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... problem is solved. Chapter 1 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1. Q LEDs (BOOT, VGA, DRAM, CPU) Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process.
... problem is solved. Chapter 1 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1. Q LEDs (BOOT, VGA, DRAM, CPU) Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process.
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Chapter 1 ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-19 1.1.8 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 ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-19 1.1.8 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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... bundled in the BIOS to section SATA Configuration for details. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb...
... bundled in the BIOS to section SATA Configuration for details. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 • These connectors are set the SATA Mode in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb...
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USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1516) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1 x USB 2.0 port (USB1516) at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 MBps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Chapter 1 4.
USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1516) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1 x USB 2.0 port (USB1516) at the back of these connectors, then install the module to 480 MBps connection speed. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Chapter 1 4.
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Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Chapter 1 5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to this connector. We recommend that supports HD Audio standard. ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-23
Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Chapter 1 5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to this connector. We recommend that supports HD Audio standard. ASUS CROSSHAIR VI HERO 1-23
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...Control A A B B 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Current 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A 3A Max. W_PUMP+ function support depends on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the ...system may damage the motherboard components. 6. CPU, CPU optional, water pump+, AIO pump, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 4-pin AIO_PUMP; ...
...Control A A B B 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Current 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A 3A Max. W_PUMP+ function support depends on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the ...system may damage the motherboard components. 6. CPU, CPU optional, water pump+, AIO pump, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin W_PUMP+; 4-pin AIO_PUMP; ...