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...information...vi About this guide...vii ROG DOMINUS 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 Central Processing ...10 ProbeIt 1-33 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU and cooling system installation 2-1 2.1.2 Motherboard installation 2-3 2.1.3 DIMM installation 2-4 2.1.4 ATX power connection 2-5 2.1.5 SATA device connection 2-7 2.1.6 Front I/O connector 2-8 ...
...information...vi About this guide...vii ROG DOMINUS 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 Central Processing ...10 ProbeIt 1-33 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU and cooling system installation 2-1 2.1.2 Motherboard installation 2-3 2.1.3 DIMM installation 2-4 2.1.4 ATX power connection 2-5 2.1.5 SATA device connection 2-7 2.1.6 Front I/O connector 2-8 ...
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... 40°C. If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in environments with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and..., keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system....
... 40°C. If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in environments with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and..., keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system....
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...Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. 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 include...
...Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. 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 include...
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... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application drive Documentation 1 x ROG DOMINUS EXTREME motherboard 4 x 2-in-1 ROG Weave SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Thermistor cable package 1 x SLI™ HB Bridge(2-way-L) 1 x Extension cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension cable for addressable strips 2 x ROG DIMM.2 with heatsink 1 x ROG big sticker 1 x ROG logo plate sticker 1 x ROG coaster 1 x Q-Connector 4 x M.2 screw packages 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi moving...
... for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application drive Documentation 1 x ROG DOMINUS EXTREME motherboard 4 x 2-in-1 ROG Weave SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Thermistor cable package 1 x SLI™ HB Bridge(2-way-L) 1 x Extension cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension cable for addressable strips 2 x ROG DIMM.2 with heatsink 1 x ROG big sticker 1 x ROG logo plate sticker 1 x ROG coaster 1 x Q-Connector 4 x M.2 screw packages 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi moving...
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xv Installation tools and components Intel® LGA3647 (Narrow) compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA3647 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card M.2 SSD module (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xv Installation tools and components Intel® LGA3647 (Narrow) compatible CPU Fan Intel® LGA3647 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card M.2 SSD module (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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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. • ...on a grounded antistatic 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 you install or remove any component, ...them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 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. • ...on a grounded antistatic 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 you install or remove any component, ...them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-1
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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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... socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support six-channels (12 DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express...
... socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support six-channels (12 DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express...
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DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Chapter 1 ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-5 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with twelve (12) 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. Chapter 1 ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-5 A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with twelve (12) Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x16_4 slot 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No.
Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x16_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x16_3 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x16_4 slot 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No.
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Chapter 1 Shared Bandwidth PCIe Configuration DIMM.2_1_1 & DIMM.2_1_2 DIMM.2_2_1 DIMM.2_2_2 PCIEX16_1 N/A N/A N/A U.2_1 N/A PCIEX16_2 x8 N/A x4 N/A PCIEX16_3 N/A x4 N/A x4 PCIEX16_4 x8 N/A N/A N/A U.2_2 N/A x4 N/A N/A • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-9
Chapter 1 Shared Bandwidth PCIe Configuration DIMM.2_1_1 & DIMM.2_1_2 DIMM.2_2_1 DIMM.2_2_2 PCIEX16_1 N/A N/A N/A U.2_1 N/A PCIEX16_2 x8 N/A x4 N/A PCIEX16_3 N/A x4 N/A x4 PCIEX16_4 x8 N/A N/A N/A U.2_2 N/A x4 N/A N/A • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI® mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-9
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... 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 the system. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. Chapter 1 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches...
... 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 the system. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system. Chapter 1 1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches...
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The system may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking, enabling slow mode will decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing overclockers to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. Press the BIOS button to keep track of their overclocking data. 6. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS chips. The nearby BIOS_LEDs indicate the currently selected BIOS. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 5. Slow Mode Switch (SLOW_MODE) Slow Mode Switch is employed during LN2 benching.
The system may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking, enabling slow mode will decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing overclockers to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. Press the BIOS button to keep track of their overclocking data. 6. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS chips. The nearby BIOS_LEDs indicate the currently selected BIOS. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 5. Slow Mode Switch (SLOW_MODE) Slow Mode Switch is employed during LN2 benching.
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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 ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-15
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 ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-15
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BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when there is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. Hard Disk LED (HD_LED) The Hard Disk LED is in use. 2. It blinks when data is no hard disk drive connected to indicate the hard disk activity. The LED does not light up when the corresponding BIOS is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1.
BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when there is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. Hard Disk LED (HD_LED) The Hard Disk LED is in use. 2. It blinks when data is no hard disk drive connected to indicate the hard disk activity. The LED does not light up when the corresponding BIOS is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 1-16 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1.
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2. 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 avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12) These connectors connect to this connector. Connect one end of the front panel ... front panel audio module to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. Chapter 1 3. We recommend that supports HD Audio standard. ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-19
2. 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 avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. ASMedia® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12) These connectors connect to this connector. Connect one end of the front panel ... front panel audio module to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. Chapter 1 3. We recommend that supports HD Audio standard. ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-19
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... 4. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I /O card that allows you to connect up to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. Chapter 1 5.
... 4. Thunderbolt header (5-pin TB_HEADER) This connector is for the add-on Thunderbolt I /O card that allows you to connect up to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. Chapter 1 5.
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... of the system chassis. Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 9. LED connector (13-pin LED_CON) These LED connectors are for connecting LED strips on your back I/O and PCH cover...
... of the system chassis. Connect the USB module cable to these connectors, then install the module to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 9. LED connector (13-pin LED_CON) These LED connectors are for connecting LED strips on your back I/O and PCH cover...
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ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-23 AURA RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) These connectors are for RGB LED strips. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up , check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip... of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3 m. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system is operating. •...
ROG DOMINUS EXTREME 1-23 AURA RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) These connectors are for RGB LED strips. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will only light up , check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip... of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3 m. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the system is operating. •...
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...switched off or the power cord is purchased separately. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 11. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the... detached from the power supply. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up , check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip is connected in the...
...switched off or the power cord is purchased separately. 1-24 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 11. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up when the... detached from the power supply. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up , check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip is connected in the...