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...vi About this guide...vii ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi 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...16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 Cooling system installation 2-2 2.1.3 Motherboard installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-9 ...
...vi About this guide...vii ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA specifications summary ix Package contents...xv Installation tools and components xvi 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...16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 Cooling system installation 2-2 2.1.3 Motherboard installation 2-5 2.1.4 DIMM installation 2-6 2.1.5 ATX power connection 2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-9 ...
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... you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. 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 supply is...product, 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 not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet ...
... you detect any area where it may become wet. • Place the product on it by yourself. 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 supply is...product, 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 not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet ...
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Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. 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 have to ... Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates...
Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. 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 have to ... Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates...
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... Accessories Application DVD Documentation Others 1 x ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA motherboard 1 x 4-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cable 1 x 2-in-1 ROG weave SATA 6G cable 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strip 1 x Extension Cable for RGB addressable strip 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antennas 1 x Q-Connector 1 x 2-in-1 M.2 screws package 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide 1 x ROG logo plate sticker 1 x ROG coaster 1 x ROG sticker 1 x ROG thank you card 1 x Cablemod coupon If...
... Accessories Application DVD Documentation Others 1 x ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA motherboard 1 x 4-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cable 1 x 2-in-1 ROG weave SATA 6G cable 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strip 1 x Extension Cable for RGB addressable strip 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antennas 1 x Q-Connector 1 x 2-in-1 M.2 screws package 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide 1 x ROG logo plate sticker 1 x ROG coaster 1 x ROG sticker 1 x ROG thank you card 1 x Cablemod coupon If...
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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. xvi
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. xvi
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ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-1 Components shown in the bag that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before you install or remove any component, ensure that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard ...you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in this section may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may require additional purchase. Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction...
ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-1 Components shown in the bag that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before you install or remove any component, ensure that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard ...you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in this section may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Failure to do so may require additional purchase. Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction...
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1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear panel features section for more information. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to Internal connectors and Rear panel features section for more information. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors. • The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for AMD AM4 Socket for the AM4 socket. • The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
... 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors. • The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Chapter 1 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for AMD AM4 Socket for the AM4 socket. • The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
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Recommended memory configurations ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-5 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 Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
Recommended memory configurations ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-5 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 Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
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Slot Description 1 PCIe x16_1 2 PCIe x1 3 PCIe x16_2 4 PCIe x16_3 ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-7 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Chapter 1 Slot No. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
Slot Description 1 PCIe x16_1 2 PCIe x1 3 PCIe x16_2 4 PCIe x16_3 ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-7 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Chapter 1 Slot No. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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1.1.8 Onboard jumpers 1. Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction LN2 Mode jumper Set to pins 2-3 to optimize the motherboard to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
1.1.8 Onboard jumpers 1. Chapter 1 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction LN2 Mode jumper Set to pins 2-3 to optimize the motherboard to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
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Q LEDs The Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up or blinks when data is solved. The actual cause may vary ... LED The Storage Device Activity LED lights up until the problem is read from case to the storage device or storage device add-on card. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-13 Chapter 1 1.1.9 Onboard LEDs 1.
Q LEDs The Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component's LED stays lit up or blinks when data is solved. The actual cause may vary ... LED The Storage Device Activity LED lights up until the problem is read from case to the storage device or storage device add-on card. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-13 Chapter 1 1.1.9 Onboard LEDs 1.
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... power plugs. 6. Ensure the CPU Status LED is off once the problem is solved. Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to boot, and the LED will indicate the current status of your system. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-15
... power plugs. 6. Ensure the CPU Status LED is off once the problem is solved. Chapter 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to boot, and the LED will indicate the current status of your system. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-15
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... panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to 10 Gb/s. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 module is for additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 4. USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector allows you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector. 3. Front Panel...
... panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to 10 Gb/s. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 module is for additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 4. USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector The USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector allows you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector. 3. Front Panel...
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DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 MB/s connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 6. USB 2.0 connector The USB 2.0 connector allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports.
DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to 480 MB/s connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 connector provides data transfer speeds of up to the USB connectors. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 6. USB 2.0 connector The USB 2.0 connector allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports.
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These are not jumpers! Header CPU_FAN CPU_OPT CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN3 H_AMP AIO_PUMP W_PUMP+ Max. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Chapter 1 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the CPU_FAN and CPU_OPT connectors. • For better Q-Fan ... above ) onto the H_AMP_FAN connector. • Ensure to disable Q-Fan functions if you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-21 Current 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A 3A 1A 3A Max. Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure the cable...
These are not jumpers! Header CPU_FAN CPU_OPT CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN3 H_AMP AIO_PUMP W_PUMP+ Max. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. Chapter 1 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the CPU_FAN and CPU_OPT connectors. • For better Q-Fan ... above ) onto the H_AMP_FAN connector. • Ensure to disable Q-Fan functions if you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-21 Current 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A 3A 1A 3A Max. Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure the cable...
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Chapter 1 9. Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to monitor the temperature of your water cooling system. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction You can manually adjust... the fans and water pump to monitor the temperature and flow rate of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Thermal Sensor connector The Thermal Sensor connector allows you to connect sensors to optimize the thermal efficiency of your water cooling system. Water Cooling...
Chapter 1 9. Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to monitor the temperature of your water cooling system. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction You can manually adjust... the fans and water pump to monitor the temperature and flow rate of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Thermal Sensor connector The Thermal Sensor connector allows you to connect sensors to optimize the thermal efficiency of your water cooling system. Water Cooling...
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... or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you to connect your motherboard to ensure the system stability. The power supply plugs are designed to use two or more power-consuming devices. Power connectors These Power connectors ... • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-23 10.
... or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you to connect your motherboard to ensure the system stability. The power supply plugs are designed to use two or more power-consuming devices. Power connectors These Power connectors ... • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-23 10.
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..., or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up when the system is powered on the motherboard. • The LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED extension cable ... strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is aligned with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3m. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-25 RGB LED connector The RGB LED connector allows you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the...
..., or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up when the system is powered on the motherboard. • The LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED extension cable ... strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is aligned with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3m. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII FORMULA 1-25 RGB LED connector The RGB LED connector allows you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the...
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Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up , check if the addressable RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, ... detached from the power supply. The Addressable RGB LED connector supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground), with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system is powered...
Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up , check if the addressable RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, ... detached from the power supply. The Addressable RGB LED connector supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/Ground), with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system is powered...