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... Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x Rampage Extreme specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-5 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout 2-4 2.2.3 Layout contents 2-5 2.2.4 Placement direction...
... Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x Rampage Extreme specifications summary xii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-5 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-7 1.3.4 ASUS special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout 2-4 2.2.3 Layout contents 2-5 2.2.4 Placement direction...
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...any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables from the existing system before you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your... • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery)...
...any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables from the existing system before you are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your... • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery)...
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...and technologies that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package ... chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that the motherboard supports as well as warranty flyers, that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide This user...
...and technologies that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package ... chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that the motherboard supports as well as warranty flyers, that may have to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. How this guide This user...
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Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
Chapter 1: 1Product introduction This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
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...motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ROG Rampage Extreme...cables Thermal sensor cables Accessories Fusion Block System Accessory Optional Thermal Kit for buying an ROG Rampage Extreme motherboard! ROG Rampage Extreme 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items ...
...motherboard support DVD Documentation User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ROG Rampage Extreme...cables Thermal sensor cables Accessories Fusion Block System Accessory Optional Thermal Kit for buying an ROG Rampage Extreme motherboard! ROG Rampage Extreme 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items ...
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.... Intel® X48 Chipset The Intel® X48 Express Chipset is excellent for DDR3. Dual-channel DDR3 memory support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2000(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz to support dualchannel DDR3 1600/1333...Front Side Bus), dual PCI Express x16 graphics, and multi-core CPUs. Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo processors in the new 45nm manufacturing process....
.... Intel® X48 Chipset The Intel® X48 Express Chipset is excellent for DDR3. Dual-channel DDR3 memory support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2000(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz to support dualchannel DDR3 1600/1333...Front Side Bus), dual PCI Express x16 graphics, and multi-core CPUs. Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ 2 Extreme / Core™ 2 Quad / Core™ 2 Duo processors in the new 45nm manufacturing process....
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ROG Rampage Extreme 1-3 This enhances system performance while still providing backward compatibility to... functions. See pages 2-23, 2-26, and 2-27 for twice the current speed and bandwidth. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for details. See pages 2-22 and 2-28 for high-speed data retrieval and ... contents to rule your CrossFireX™ system. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability...
ROG Rampage Extreme 1-3 This enhances system performance while still providing backward compatibility to... functions. See pages 2-23, 2-26, and 2-27 for twice the current speed and bandwidth. PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for details. See pages 2-22 and 2-28 for high-speed data retrieval and ... contents to rule your CrossFireX™ system. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology and SATA-On-The-Go This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability...
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... lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. This is in line with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use of Hazardous...
... lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. This is in line with the European Union's Restriction on the environment. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers' health while minimizing the impact on the use of Hazardous...
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...as high as 96%, ASUS ROG motherboards with high-performance MLCaps, ensuring extra edge during game play to a water cooling system. Following the success of the Extreme Tweaker overclocking feature, ASUS has engineered TweakIt to the game of the Extreme Engine means users have ...to venture into design consideration, with a single connection, user can be changed on a motherboard. ROG Rampage Extreme 1-5 The Fusion Block System is a hybrid thermal design that is used on the motherboard. We also provide a super optional thermal kit that combines the ROG's renowned heatpipe design...
...as high as 96%, ASUS ROG motherboards with high-performance MLCaps, ensuring extra edge during game play to a water cooling system. Following the success of the Extreme Tweaker overclocking feature, ASUS has engineered TweakIt to the game of the Extreme Engine means users have ...to venture into design consideration, with a single connection, user can be changed on a motherboard. ROG Rampage Extreme 1-5 The Fusion Block System is a hybrid thermal design that is used on the motherboard. We also provide a super optional thermal kit that combines the ROG's renowned heatpipe design...
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...versions of the BIOS simultaneously. CPU Level Up Ever wish that give you . Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is answered! See pages 3-12 and 4-32 for details. Voltiminder LED In the persuit of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is to optimal performance. BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ability...Acting as this. Component Overheat Protection-EX (COP EX) The COP EX allows overclockers to , and the motherboard will do the rest for you full disposal of the motherboard at any previous version. iROG iROG is never as easy as the "red zone" of a tachometer,...
...versions of the BIOS simultaneously. CPU Level Up Ever wish that give you . Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is answered! See pages 3-12 and 4-32 for details. Voltiminder LED In the persuit of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is to optimal performance. BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ability...Acting as this. Component Overheat Protection-EX (COP EX) The COP EX allows overclockers to , and the motherboard will do the rest for you full disposal of the motherboard at any previous version. iROG iROG is never as easy as the "red zone" of a tachometer,...
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... 2 digit displays, users do not need to read "gibberish" to find out what is critical during overclocking. EL I /O. ROG Rampage Extreme 1-7 See page 2-36 for details. Activating X-Fi CMSS3D and Crystalizer will be able to short the pins or moving jumpers. When .../O panel under heavy loading. External LCD Poster The new LCD Poster now posts critical POST information in a LAN Party. The motherboard comes with games. �S�e�e��p�a�g�e��s�2�-�3�1� and 4-12 for ...
... 2 digit displays, users do not need to read "gibberish" to find out what is critical during overclocking. EL I /O. ROG Rampage Extreme 1-7 See page 2-36 for details. Activating X-Fi CMSS3D and Crystalizer will be able to short the pins or moving jumpers. When .../O panel under heavy loading. External LCD Poster The new LCD Poster now posts critical POST information in a LAN Party. The motherboard comes with games. �S�e�e��p�a�g�e��s�2�-�3�1� and 4-12 for ...
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The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to achieve quiet and... total system power savings by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient...automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking, helping save power and money. ASUS EPU-6 Engine The new ASUS EPU, the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to 3 additional devices of critical ...
The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to achieve quiet and... total system power savings by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient...automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking, helping save power and money. ASUS EPU-6 Engine The new ASUS EPU, the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to 3 additional devices of critical ...
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...2-35 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows you to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. See page 3-44 for details. ROG Rampage Extreme 1-9 See pages 2-39 and 2-44 for details. ASUS MyLogo 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 is utilized, ensuring effective...area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is a new feature present in the motherboard that allows users to your BIOS in one easy step with customizable and animated boot logos. ASUS O.C. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using an OS-based flash utility....
...2-35 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows you to install computer components, update the BIOS or back up your favorite settings. See page 3-44 for details. ROG Rampage Extreme 1-9 See pages 2-39 and 2-44 for details. ASUS MyLogo 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 is utilized, ensuring effective...area when water-cooling or passive-cooling is a new feature present in the motherboard that allows users to your BIOS in one easy step with customizable and animated boot logos. ASUS O.C. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using an OS-based flash utility....
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It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.6 Slide switch and jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-22 2.8 Installing accessories 2-39 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-47 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-48 ROG Rampage Extreme
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-7 2.4 System memory 2-13 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.6 Slide switch and jumper 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-22 2.8 Installing accessories 2-39 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-47 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-48 ROG Rampage Extreme
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... The CPU LED has two voltage displays: CPU Voltage and CPU PLL Voltage; Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with LEDs that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensurethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before... uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the illustration below for LED definition. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-1 Failure to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
... The CPU LED has two voltage displays: CPU Voltage and CPU PLL Voltage; Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with LEDs that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensurethat the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the wall socket before... uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the illustration below for LED definition. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-1 Failure to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
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... to indicate that lights up when there is no hard disk drive connected to boot. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-3 The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch that the system is ready to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 5. 4. This is a reminder that the system... read from the hard disk drive. When you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before you press the power-on the ATX power supply, the Power LED flashes three times to indicate the hard disk activity.
... to indicate that lights up when there is no hard disk drive connected to boot. ROG Rampage Extreme 2-3 The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch that the system is ready to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. 5. 4. This is a reminder that the system... read from the hard disk drive. When you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before you press the power-on the ATX power supply, the Power LED flashes three times to indicate the hard disk activity.
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout X-Fi SUPREMEFX Listen with Absolutely HD Refer to pages 2-22 and 2-31 for details about the audio jacks and connectors on this card. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout X-Fi SUPREMEFX Listen with Absolutely HD Refer to pages 2-22 and 2-31 for details about the audio jacks and connectors on this card. 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information