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Motherboard MAXIMUS IX CODE
Motherboard MAXIMUS IX CODE
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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS IX CODE 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 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 1-13 1.1.8 Jumper 1-20 1.1.9 Internal connectors 1-21 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building ...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii MAXIMUS IX CODE 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 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 1-13 1.1.8 Jumper 1-20 1.1.9 Internal connectors 1-21 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building ...
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...Do not place the product in your area. 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 damaged. Safety information Electrical safety •.... If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before using , contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you detect any area where...
...Do not place the product in your area. 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 damaged. Safety information Electrical safety •.... If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before using , contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you detect any area where...
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It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. How this guide This user guide contains the information... This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. 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 ...
It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. How this guide This user guide contains the information... This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. 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 ...
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...174; Optane™ Memory Ready*** - MAXIMUS IX CODE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphic...supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode_M.2_2)** - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports - Please refer to the latest version from ASUS support website. ****This function will be disabled. *** Intel® Optane™ Technology only supported when using Intel...® Optane™ memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for 7th / 6th Generation Core™ i7 / Core...
...174; Optane™ Memory Ready*** - MAXIMUS IX CODE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Graphic...supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode_M.2_2)** - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports - Please refer to the latest version from ASUS support website. ****This function will be disabled. *** Intel® Optane™ Technology only supported when using Intel...® Optane™ memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for 7th / 6th Generation Core™ i7 / Core...
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS IX CODE 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB Strips (80cm) 1 x 2x2 dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x 10-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x SLI® HB bridge (2-WAY-M) 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 bracket 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x ROG sticker ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xv
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG MAXIMUS IX CODE 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB Strips (80cm) 1 x 2x2 dual-band Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x 10-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x CPU Installation Tool 1 x SLI® HB bridge (2-WAY-M) 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 bracket 1 x M.2 Screw Package 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x ROG sticker ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xv
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Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA 1151 CPU Intel® LGA 1151 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. xvi
Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel® LGA 1151 CPU Intel® LGA 1151 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. xvi
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... that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 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 you install...
... that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before touching any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 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 you install...
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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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... removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise... Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 package, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support...
... removal of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise... Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1151 package, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support...
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Recommended memory configurations ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-5 Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. 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.
Recommended memory configurations ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-5 Chapter 1 1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. 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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...for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you want to the motherboard. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. com/kb/929605/en-us. • The...of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. The system maps the total size of the same version or data code (D/C) from a memory module. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that the DIMM fan fits to install 4GB or more details, refer ...
...for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you want to the motherboard. • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. com/kb/929605/en-us. • The...of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may operate at http://support.microsoft. The system maps the total size of the same version or data code (D/C) from a memory module. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that the DIMM fan fits to install 4GB or more details, refer ...
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Chapter 1 Slot No. 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. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16/x8_1 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x8_2 slot 5 PCIe 3.0 x1_3 slot 6 PCIe 3.0 x4_3 slot ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-7
Chapter 1 Slot No. 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. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 x16/x8_1 slot 3 PCIe 3.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCIe 3.0 x8_2 slot 5 PCIe 3.0 x1_3 slot 6 PCIe 3.0 x4_3 slot ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-7
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... is occupied. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASMedia 2142-1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - Intel LAN Controller shared - - - - - - - PCIEX8_2 - M.2_2 shared - - - - - - - SATA Controller shared - - - - - - - PCIe_x16/x8_1 slot switches to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for this...
... is occupied. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASMedia 2142-1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - Intel LAN Controller shared - - - - - - - PCIEX8_2 - M.2_2 shared - - - - - - - SATA Controller shared - - - - - - - PCIe_x16/x8_1 slot switches to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-4 when using multiple graphics cards for this...
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... overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you to reboot the system. ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-9 The LED near the button also lights up the system. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system.
... overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you to reboot the system. ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-9 The LED near the button also lights up the system. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on a bare or open-case system.
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... for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! function. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction button (MemOK!) Installing DIMMs that you download and update... settings. • We recommend that 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 the latest BIOS version from www...
... for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! function. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction button (MemOK!) Installing DIMMs that you download and update... settings. • We recommend that 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 the latest BIOS version from www...
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Q LEDs (BOOT_DEVICE_LED, VGA_LED, DRAM_LED, CPU_LED) 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 indicate the location of the START and RESET buttons. Button LEDs (BTN_LED1-2) These LEDs are designed to locate the root problem within seconds. 2. Chapter 1 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1. ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-13 If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved.
Q LEDs (BOOT_DEVICE_LED, VGA_LED, DRAM_LED, CPU_LED) 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 indicate the location of the START and RESET buttons. Button LEDs (BTN_LED1-2) These LEDs are designed to locate the root problem within seconds. 2. Chapter 1 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1. ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-13 If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved.
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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 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 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 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1.8 Jumper 1.
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SATA6G_34; ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-21 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection ... [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you can create a RAID...
SATA6G_34; ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-21 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection ... [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you can create a RAID...
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Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at mid-board shares pins with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-23 Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1 x USB 2.0 port (USB1314) at the back of the system chassis. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1314) This connector is for USB 2.0 port. This USB connector complies with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 MBps connection speed. Chapter 1 4.
Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at mid-board shares pins with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS IX CODE 1-23 Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1 x USB 2.0 port (USB1314) at the back of the system chassis. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1314) This connector is for USB 2.0 port. This USB connector complies with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 MBps connection speed. Chapter 1 4.