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... Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning perfectly consolidates TPU Insight, EPU Guidance, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - II - ASUS NODE: hardware control interface -...1 x Type-C) 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x 2x2 Wi-Fi module 5 x Gold-plated audio jacks (continued on the next page) xii ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) specifications summary Special Features Back I /O shield - USB BIOS Flashback - Ai Charger - Aura RGB Strip...
... Lighting Effects Synchronization with compatible ASUS ROG devices ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization tuning perfectly consolidates TPU Insight, EPU Guidance, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 4, and Turbo App ASUS Exclusive Features - II - ASUS NODE: hardware control interface -...1 x Type-C) 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x 2x2 Wi-Fi module 5 x Gold-plated audio jacks (continued on the next page) xii ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) specifications summary Special Features Back I /O shield - USB BIOS Flashback - Ai Charger - Aura RGB Strip...
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Please refer to change without notice. xiv ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) specifications summary BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1 WOL, PXE WinRAR Overwolf Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Software Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.
Please refer to change without notice. xiv ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) specifications summary BIOS Manageability Software Operating System Support Form Factor 1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1 WOL, PXE WinRAR Overwolf Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools Software Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.
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.... Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) motherboard 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension Cable for RGB Addressable strips 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x SLI™ HB bridge (2-way-M) 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x M.2 screws package 1 x ROG Thank you card 1 x ROG sticker 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any...
.... Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation 1 x ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) motherboard 2 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips 1 x Extension Cable for RGB Addressable strips 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x SLI™ HB bridge (2-way-M) 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Coaster 1 x M.2 screws package 1 x ROG Thank you card 1 x ROG sticker 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD 1 x User guide If any...
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TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. Node connector (12-1 pin NODE) This connector allow you to connect a compatible PSU or control a compatible fan extension card. The TPM module is purchased separately. 8. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 1-19 Chapter 1 Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 9.
TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. Node connector (12-1 pin NODE) This connector allow you to connect a compatible PSU or control a compatible fan extension card. The TPM module is purchased separately. 8. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 1-19 Chapter 1 Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. 9.
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... for reference only. Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 2-1 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. CPU installation • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting...
... for reference only. Chapter 2 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 2-1 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 2.1.1 The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. CPU installation • Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting...
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Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector USB 3.1 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector To install system speaker connector AAFP ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 2-9
Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector USB 3.1 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector To install system speaker connector AAFP ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 2-9
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...2. In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. If the BIOS program is not operating properly. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 2-15 Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this scenario happens, please restart the system to boot up, please ...contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port 6. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback...
...2. In case of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. If the BIOS program is not operating properly. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 2-15 Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this scenario happens, please restart the system to boot up, please ...contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2 USB BIOS Flashback button USB BIOS Flashback port 6. 2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback...
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... update. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes...
... update. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as your operating system. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes...
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... of a menu screen when there are items that is user-configurable, you to the BIOS FAQ web page of the selected item. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-5 A configurable field is a brief description of the ASUS support website. Use the navigation keys to find the related item listing. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to...
... of a menu screen when there are items that is user-configurable, you to the BIOS FAQ web page of the selected item. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-5 A configurable field is a brief description of the ASUS support website. Use the navigation keys to find the related item listing. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to...
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...to load the DIMM's default XMP memory timings (CL, TRCD, TRP, TRAS) with BCLK frequency and other memory parameters optimized by ASUS. [XMP II] If you an overview of the screen show [Installed]. 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you...User Password items on the motherboard. Security The Security menu items allow you to load the DIMM's complete default XMP profile. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-15 The [XMP I ] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to configure overclocking...
...to load the DIMM's default XMP memory timings (CL, TRCD, TRP, TRAS) with BCLK frequency and other memory parameters optimized by ASUS. [XMP II] If you an overview of the screen show [Installed]. 3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you...User Password items on the motherboard. Security The Security menu items allow you to load the DIMM's complete default XMP profile. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-15 The [XMP I ] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to configure overclocking...
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... Erase completely and safely cleans your PC must be performed to erase the contents of SSDs tested with ASUS Secure Erase. Ensure to set the SATA mode to factory performance levels. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-25 3.9.2 ASUS Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to booting. Click Advanced...
... Erase completely and safely cleans your PC must be performed to erase the contents of SSDs tested with ASUS Secure Erase. Ensure to set the SATA mode to factory performance levels. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-25 3.9.2 ASUS Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to booting. Click Advanced...
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...Shell from USB drives This item allows you press , a confirmation window appears. Save Changes & Reset Once you are saved. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-27 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you selected are finished making your selections, choose this option or if you to attempt to launch the EFI ...menu to ensure the values you to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from one of the parameters on selected ASUS graphics cards. Select OK to save or discard your changes to view the DRAM SPD information. 3.9.6 Graphics Card Information This item displays...
...Shell from USB drives This item allows you press , a confirmation window appears. Save Changes & Reset Once you are saved. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-27 3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information This item allows you selected are finished making your selections, choose this option or if you to attempt to launch the EFI ...menu to ensure the values you to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from one of the parameters on selected ASUS graphics cards. Select OK to save or discard your changes to view the DRAM SPD information. 3.9.6 Graphics Card Information This item displays...
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...Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. To update the BIOS by USB: 1. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to the USB port. 3. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-29 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 6. Updating through the Internet. Go to the Tool menu to ... Flash Utility and press . 2. Press to switch to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to the Folder Info field. 7. Press...
...Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. To update the BIOS by USB: 1. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to the USB port. 3. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-29 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 6. Updating through the Internet. Go to the Tool menu to ... Flash Utility and press . 2. Press to switch to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to the Folder Info field. 7. Press...
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Turn on the ASUS official website. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-31 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file....BIOS values. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to restore the BIOS file when it to a USB flash drive. 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to recover the BIOS setting. The BIOS file in the motherboard support ...
Turn on the ASUS official website. Chapter 3 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 3-31 When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file....BIOS values. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to restore the BIOS file when it to a USB flash drive. 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to recover the BIOS setting. The BIOS file in the motherboard support ...
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... perform the same work as it contains a complete copy of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. Chapter 4 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 4-1 Among the advantages of two new identical hard disk drives is best suited for this setup. For more hard disk drives. Use...storage capacity. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support. 4.1.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in the other...
... perform the same work as it contains a complete copy of a single disk alone, thus improving data access and storage. Chapter 4 ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) 4-1 Among the advantages of two new identical hard disk drives is best suited for this setup. For more hard disk drives. Use...storage capacity. This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the surviving drive as a single drive but at https://www.asus.com/support. 4.1.1 RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in the other...
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... and the antenna(s) used for satisfying RF exposure compliance. However, there is connected. - Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555... If this transmitter must be determined by one or more of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) A-5 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can radiate radio...
... and the antenna(s) used for satisfying RF exposure compliance. However, there is connected. - Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555... If this transmitter must be determined by one or more of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) A-5 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can radiate radio...
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...Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Google™ License Terms Copyright© 2018 Google Inc. This product has been designed to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for protecting our environment. Please go to enable proper reuse of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in ... materials. Appendix REACH Complying with the License. This symbol of electronic products. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) A-7 DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste.
...Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Google™ License Terms Copyright© 2018 Google Inc. This product has been designed to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for protecting our environment. Please go to enable proper reuse of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in ... materials. Appendix REACH Complying with the License. This symbol of electronic products. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI) A-7 DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste.
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...+886-2-2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 48720 Kato...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI...
...+886-2-2890-7798 Web site www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 48720 Kato...asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ROG MAXIMUS XI HERO (WI-FI...