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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii RAMPAGE VI APEX specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard ...2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-7 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-8 2.1.8 Expansion card installation 2-9 2.1.9 Fan bracket installation 2-10 2.1.10 ROG OC PIN installation 2-12 2.1.11 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-14 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-15 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-16 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-16 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-18 2.4...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii RAMPAGE VI APEX specifications summary ix Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard ...2-7 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-7 2.1.7 Front I/O connector 2-8 2.1.8 Expansion card installation 2-9 2.1.9 Fan bracket installation 2-10 2.1.10 ROG OC PIN installation 2-12 2.1.11 Wi-Fi antenna installation 2-14 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-15 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-16 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-16 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-18 2.4...
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... Information 3-20 3.6.12 USB Configuration 3-20 3.6.13 PCH-FW Configuration 3-20 3.7 Monitor menu 3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-21 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 BIOS FlashBack 3-24 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-24 3.9.6 ASUS SPD Information 3-25 3.9.7 Graphics Card Information 3-25 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating...
... Information 3-20 3.6.12 USB Configuration 3-20 3.6.13 PCH-FW Configuration 3-20 3.7 Monitor menu 3-20 3.8 Boot menu 3-21 3.9 Tool menu 3-22 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-22 3.9.2 Secure Erase 3-23 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile 3-24 3.9.4 BIOS FlashBack 3-24 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure 3-24 3.9.6 ASUS SPD Information 3-25 3.9.7 Graphics Card Information 3-25 3.10 Exit menu 3-25 3.11 Updating...
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Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing storage devices 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in UEFI BIOS 4-6 4.1.5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-12 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-16 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-16 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-7 v
Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 RAID configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 4.1.2 Installing storage devices 4-2 4.1.3 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology in UEFI BIOS 4-2 4.1.4 Intel® Virtual Raid on CPU in UEFI BIOS 4-6 4.1.5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-12 4.2 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-16 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-16 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-7 v
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... more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. It includes description of the standard package. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. ...the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup...
... more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. It includes description of the standard package. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on the motherboard. 2. ...the following parts: 1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup...
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...BIOS Flashback Button 1 x Clear CMOS button 6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports [blue] 2 x USB 2.0 ports [Black] 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (1 x Type-A [red] and 1 x Type-C [black]) 1 x Anti-surge LAN (RJ45) port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Gold-plated audio jacks (continued on the next page) x SupremeFX Shielding Technology - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - RAMPAGE VI APEX... specifications summary Wireless Data Network Bluetooth USB Audio Back Panel I/O Ports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port ROG ...
...BIOS Flashback Button 1 x Clear CMOS button 6 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports [blue] 2 x USB 2.0 ports [Black] 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (1 x Type-A [red] and 1 x Type-C [black]) 1 x Anti-surge LAN (RJ45) port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 5 x Gold-plated audio jacks (continued on the next page) x SupremeFX Shielding Technology - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - RAMPAGE VI APEX... specifications summary Wireless Data Network Bluetooth USB Audio Back Panel I/O Ports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port ROG ...
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... connector (AAFP) 1 x TPM connector 1 x BIOS switch button 1 x Slow mode switch 1 x PCIe x16 Lane Switch 11 x ProbeIt measurement points 1 x EZ Plug connector 2 x DRAM Channel headers 4 x LED ON/OFF headers (80_LIGHT, MB_LIGHT_BAR, PCH_LIGHT_BAR, LIGHT_BAR1) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Speaker Header 1 x 4-pin VROC Key header (continued on the next page) xi RAMPAGE VI APEX specifications summary Internal I/O connectors...
... connector (AAFP) 1 x TPM connector 1 x BIOS switch button 1 x Slow mode switch 1 x PCIe x16 Lane Switch 11 x ProbeIt measurement points 1 x EZ Plug connector 2 x DRAM Channel headers 4 x LED ON/OFF headers (80_LIGHT, MB_LIGHT_BAR, PCH_LIGHT_BAR, LIGHT_BAR1) 1 x System panel connector 1 x Speaker Header 1 x 4-pin VROC Key header (continued on the next page) xi RAMPAGE VI APEX specifications summary Internal I/O connectors...
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... Jumper Slow Mode Switch Pause Switch ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache II Condensation LED indicators UEFI BIOS features: - AI Suite 3 - 3D Printing friendly design ASUS EZ DIY - SafeSlot - MicroFine Alloy Choke - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - Q-Connector - Profile - SafeDIMM slot Extreme Engine Digi+ - Extreme Tweaker - RAMPAGE VI APEX specifications summary Special Features ROG Exclusive Features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization...
... Jumper Slow Mode Switch Pause Switch ROG RAMDisk ROG RAMCache II Condensation LED indicators UEFI BIOS features: - AI Suite 3 - 3D Printing friendly design ASUS EZ DIY - SafeSlot - MicroFine Alloy Choke - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - Q-Connector - Profile - SafeDIMM slot Extreme Engine Digi+ - Extreme Tweaker - RAMPAGE VI APEX specifications summary Special Features ROG Exclusive Features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 - 5-Way Optimization...
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...; Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools software ASUS WebStorage ROG CloneDrive WinZip ASUS Utilities Windows® 10* * 64-bit only EATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.7" (30.5cm x 27.2cm) (X-Shaped PCB) • Specifications are subject to change without notice. • Visit the ASUS website for the software manual. RAMPAGE VI APEX specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating...
...; Anti-Virus DAEMON Tools software ASUS WebStorage ROG CloneDrive WinZip ASUS Utilities Windows® 10* * 64-bit only EATX Form Factor, 12"x 10.7" (30.5cm x 27.2cm) (X-Shaped PCB) • Specifications are subject to change without notice. • Visit the ASUS website for the software manual. RAMPAGE VI APEX specifications summary BIOS Features Manageability Support DVD contents Operating...
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...1-21 1-16 1-14 1-13 1-14 1-37 1-15 1-27 1-28 1-29 1-34 1-25 1-26 1-36 1-11 1-32 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 1-27 1-34 1-13 1-29 1-26 ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-3 PCH_DIMM.2) 4. Q-Code LEDs 12. PCIe x16 Lane switch (PCIEX16_SW) 18. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_E2) 19. MemOK! AURA RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) 2. PCH light...; Serial ATA 6 Gb/s and SATA Express connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; ASMedia® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12) 24. Light bar jumper (3-pin PCH_LIGHT_BAR1) 31. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) 34. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 35.
...1-21 1-16 1-14 1-13 1-14 1-37 1-15 1-27 1-28 1-29 1-34 1-25 1-26 1-36 1-11 1-32 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 1-27 1-34 1-13 1-29 1-26 ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-3 PCH_DIMM.2) 4. Q-Code LEDs 12. PCIe x16 Lane switch (PCIEX16_SW) 18. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_E2) 19. MemOK! AURA RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) 2. PCH light...; Serial ATA 6 Gb/s and SATA Express connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; ASMedia® Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12) 24. Light bar jumper (3-pin PCH_LIGHT_BAR1) 31. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) 34. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 35.
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...that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. It takes about 5-10 ...computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-11 If the test fails, the system reboots and tests the next set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. ...
...that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking. It takes about 5-10 ...computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-11 If the test fails, the system reboots and tests the next set of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. ...
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... system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. This button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining any overclocked settings allowing you to achieve a successful POST. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 4. Safe Boot button (SAFE_BOOT...
... system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. This button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining any overclocked settings allowing you to achieve a successful POST. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 4. Safe Boot button (SAFE_BOOT...
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The nearby BIOS_LEDs indicate the currently selected BIOS. 7. Chapter 1 6. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-13 Pause switch (PAUSE) The pause switch allows you to freeze the cooling system at a hardware level, thus allowing you to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. Press the BIOS button to adjust your system settings under heavy overclocking. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS chips.
The nearby BIOS_LEDs indicate the currently selected BIOS. 7. Chapter 1 6. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-13 Pause switch (PAUSE) The pause switch allows you to freeze the cooling system at a hardware level, thus allowing you to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. Press the BIOS button to adjust your system settings under heavy overclocking. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS chips.
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... troubleshooting. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to case. 2. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is solved. BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-19 Chapter 1 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. If an error is found, the corresponding LED...
... troubleshooting. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to case. 2. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is solved. BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-19 Chapter 1 1.1.8 Onboard LEDs 1. If an error is found, the corresponding LED...
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... the BIOS to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X299 chipset. SATA6G_34) These connectors connect to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX...
... the BIOS to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® X299 chipset. SATA6G_34) These connectors connect to [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID)]. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX...
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PCH_DIMM.2) This socket allows you have updated your card is detached from ASUS support website. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the latest version from the power supply. The M.2 SSD module is notched to connect M.2... • Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that the notch on your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the motherboard or DIMM.2 card. • The DIMM.2 card is purchased separately. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-33 Ensure that you to install the bundled ROG DIMM.2 card to fit in only one orientation. DIMM.2 slot (CPU_DIMM.2; 12.
PCH_DIMM.2) This socket allows you have updated your card is detached from ASUS support website. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the latest version from the power supply. The M.2 SSD module is notched to connect M.2... • Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that the notch on your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the motherboard or DIMM.2 card. • The DIMM.2 card is purchased separately. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 1-33 Ensure that you to install the bundled ROG DIMM.2 card to fit in only one orientation. DIMM.2 slot (CPU_DIMM.2; 12.
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... allows you to use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Press the BIOS Flashback button for this means that the BIOS Flashback is enabled. For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 3.11 Updating BIOS in green on the I/O shield) then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for better compatibility and stability. 2. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 2-15 Shut down your...
... allows you to use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Press the BIOS Flashback button for this means that the BIOS Flashback is enabled. For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section 3.11 Updating BIOS in green on the I/O shield) then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for better compatibility and stability. 2. ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 2-15 Shut down your...
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... button 8. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. Upper port supports USB BIOS Flashback function. 7. USB 2.0 ports 11, 12. Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.1 Gen...only. • Due to the design of the Intel chipset, all USB devices connected to overclocking. 2. Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. USB...
... button 8. Audio I /O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility. Upper port supports USB BIOS Flashback function. 7. USB 2.0 ports 11, 12. Please connect your USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.1 Gen...only. • Due to the design of the Intel chipset, all USB devices connected to overclocking. 2. Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to the USB 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller. USB...
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... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 2-17 Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN...
... Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Sub woofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 2-17 Due to hardware design, the LAN1 port's LEDs may continue to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN...
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... 30 seconds from orange to green after the system LED turns on , hold down the key to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Ensure that is ON, press the power button for the first time 1. Connect the power cord to a... the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with the last device on test. Press the power switch for assistance. System power 6. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous...
... 30 seconds from orange to green after the system LED turns on , hold down the key to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Ensure that is ON, press the power button for the first time 1. Connect the power cord to a... the jumper settings and connections or call your monitor complies with the last device on test. Press the power switch for assistance. System power 6. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous...
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... a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. We strongly recommend that you to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that...
... a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3 ROG RAMPAGE VI APEX 3-1 In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. We strongly recommend that you to instability or boot failure. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that...