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... Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x Rampage II 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 2-6 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout 2-6 2.2.3 Layout contents 2-7 2.2.4 Placement direction...
... Contents...iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x Rampage II 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 2-6 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layout 2-6 2.2.3 Layout contents 2-7 2.2.4 Placement direction...
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Rampage II Extreme specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at midboard; 6 ports at back panel) EL I/O Q-Fan Plus ROG BIOS Wallpaper ASUS EPU-6 Engine ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Connector ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS... switch (continued on CPU, NB, and memory respectively CPU Level Up iROG Extreme Tweaker BIOS Flashback Loadline Calibration Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) External LCD Poster Onboard Switches: Power / Reset ...
Rampage II Extreme specifications summary USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking Features Other Special Features BIOS Features Manageability Back Panel I/O Ports 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at midboard; 6 ports at back panel) EL I/O Q-Fan Plus ROG BIOS Wallpaper ASUS EPU-6 Engine ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Q-Connector ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS... switch (continued on CPU, NB, and memory respectively CPU Level Up iROG Extreme Tweaker BIOS Flashback Loadline Calibration Intelligent overclocking tools: - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) External LCD Poster Onboard Switches: Power / Reset ...
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.... 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ROG Rampage II Extreme motherboard! ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit EL I/O Shield Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. Motherboard I/O module Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-port USB 2.0 + IEEE...
.... 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ROG Rampage II Extreme motherboard! ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit EL I/O Shield Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for the following items. Motherboard I/O module Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-port USB 2.0 + IEEE...
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...ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-3 The external SATA port provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. See pages 2-29, 2-32 and 2-33 for details. See page 2-28 for details. SLI and CrossFireX on Demand technology, supporting up to three graphics cards in a 3-Way SLI or CrossFireX configuration. This motherboard ...features SLI and CrossFireX on Demand Fret no longer because with the ROG motherboard, you can be able to run both multi-GPU setups. Whichever path you take, you 'll...
...ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-3 The external SATA port provides smart setup and hot-plug functions. See pages 2-29, 2-32 and 2-33 for details. See page 2-28 for details. SLI and CrossFireX on Demand technology, supporting up to three graphics cards in a 3-Way SLI or CrossFireX configuration. This motherboard ...features SLI and CrossFireX on Demand Fret no longer because with the ROG motherboard, you can be able to run both multi-GPU setups. Whichever path you take, you 'll...
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...exactly where to give users flexible overclocking control even when running benchmark programs! ProbeIt ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the motherboard's measurement points, identifying them clearly in the user's fingertips, allowing the users performance optimization options during overvoltage by lowering Equivalent... components such as the processor, system memory and the Northbridge reliable. Following the success of the Extreme Tweaker overclocking feature, ASUS has engineered TweakIt to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester. ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-5
...exactly where to give users flexible overclocking control even when running benchmark programs! ProbeIt ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the motherboard's measurement points, identifying them clearly in the user's fingertips, allowing the users performance optimization options during overvoltage by lowering Equivalent... components such as the processor, system memory and the Northbridge reliable. Following the success of the Extreme Tweaker overclocking feature, ASUS has engineered TweakIt to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester. ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-5
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... COP EX allows more freedom and less constraint for details. Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is to be stored with any previous version. See pages 2-2, 2-3 and 2-4 for maximum performance achievement. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product...choose a processor you could have BIOS flexibility is critical during overclocking. With the new BIOS Flashback, PC enthusiasts can overclock with ROG's CPU Level Up! Very much like the "SaveGame" function, one BIOS can also be used to monitor and save two...
... COP EX allows more freedom and less constraint for details. Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is to be stored with any previous version. See pages 2-2, 2-3 and 2-4 for maximum performance achievement. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product...choose a processor you could have BIOS flexibility is critical during overclocking. With the new BIOS Flashback, PC enthusiasts can overclock with ROG's CPU Level Up! Very much like the "SaveGame" function, one BIOS can also be used to monitor and save two...
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...the back I/O. Onboard Switches With an easy press during POST. EL I /O panel under your choice! ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-7 See pages 2-43 and 2-48 for details. The motherboard comes with optional fans, you are in connecting devices on sound quality experience. See page 2-48 for details... the LCD Poster automatically detects device failure and translates the errors on the LCD during overclocking, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamers to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without having to 3 additional devices of SupremeFX card on a hardware level. See pages 2-...
...the back I/O. Onboard Switches With an easy press during POST. EL I /O panel under your choice! ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-7 See pages 2-43 and 2-48 for details. The motherboard comes with optional fans, you are in connecting devices on sound quality experience. See page 2-48 for details... the LCD Poster automatically detects device failure and translates the errors on the LCD during overclocking, this exclusive onboard switch allows gamers to effortlessly fine-tune the performance without having to 3 additional devices of SupremeFX card on a hardware level. See pages 2-...
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.... See page 2-46 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See pages 3-5 and 3-44 for details. Due to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few clicks without entering the OS. ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-9 Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using... a USB flash disk without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using C.P.R. ASUS O.C. Profile that allows you to the chipset behavior, AC ...
.... See page 2-46 for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See pages 3-5 and 3-44 for details. Due to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few clicks without entering the OS. ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-9 Simply launch this tool and update BIOS using... a USB flash disk without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using C.P.R. ASUS O.C. Profile that allows you to the chipset behavior, AC ...
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-6 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-9 2.4 System memory 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots 2-22 2.6 Jumpers 2-26 2.7 Connectors 2-28 2.8 Installing accessories 2-46 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-50 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-51 ROG Rampage II Extreme
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-6 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-9 2.4 System memory 2-15 2.5 Expansion slots 2-22 2.6 Jumpers 2-26 2.7 Connectors 2-28 2.8 Installing accessories 2-46 2.9 Starting up for the first time 2-50 2.10 Turning off the computer 2-51 ROG Rampage II Extreme
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ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a ... with the component. • Before you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a ... with the component. • Before you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
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The southbridge LED shows either the IOH Voltage or the IOH PCIE Voltage. Refer to display in BIOS. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-3 IOH Voltage IOH PCIE Voltage ICH Voltage ICH PCIE Voltage Normal (green) 1.11341-1.39166 1.51106-1.69656 1.11341-1.59041 1.51106-1.61706 High (yellow) 1.40491-1.64341 1.70981-1....
The southbridge LED shows either the IOH Voltage or the IOH PCIE Voltage. Refer to display in BIOS. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-3 IOH Voltage IOH PCIE Voltage ICH Voltage ICH PCIE Voltage Normal (green) 1.11341-1.39166 1.51106-1.69656 1.11341-1.59041 1.51106-1.61706 High (yellow) 1.40491-1.64341 1.70981-1....
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... that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. 5. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up to indicate that you press the power-on switch. 6. Refer to boot. When you turn on switch. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-5 This is a reminder that the system is proceeding. Wait till...
... that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. 5. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up to indicate that you press the power-on switch. 6. Refer to boot. When you turn on switch. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-5 This is a reminder that the system is proceeding. Wait till...
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Reset switch 7. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA_E1 [black]) 11. USB910; ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-7 LGA1366 CPU Socket 4. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 9. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW) 13. BIOS flash setting (6-pin BIOS_FLASHBACK) 15. Floppy disk ...CPU, chassis, power and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN1-3; 3-pin PWR_FAN; 3-pin OPT_FAN1-3) 2. ICH10R Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA1-6 [blue]) 10. ROG connector (3-pin ROG) Page 2-35 2-38 2-10 2-15 2-42 2-42 2-43 2-31 2-32 2-33 2-40 2-26 2-33 2-27 2-36 2-36 2-30 2-34 2-39 Refer to ...
Reset switch 7. Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA_E1 [black]) 11. USB910; ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-7 LGA1366 CPU Socket 4. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE) 9. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW) 13. BIOS flash setting (6-pin BIOS_FLASHBACK) 15. Floppy disk ...CPU, chassis, power and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN1-3; 3-pin PWR_FAN; 3-pin OPT_FAN1-3) 2. ICH10R Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SATA1-6 [blue]) 10. ROG connector (3-pin ROG) Page 2-35 2-38 2-10 2-15 2-42 2-42 2-43 2-31 2-32 2-33 2-40 2-26 2-33 2-27 2-36 2-36 2-30 2-34 2-39 Refer to ...
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...cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1366 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core...ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1366 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that all power cables are not bent. ROG Rampage II Extreme...
...cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1366 socket designed for the Intel® Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition / Core...ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1366 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/ incorrect removal of the motherboard, make sure that all power cables are not bent. ROG Rampage II Extreme...
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... direction of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment key into the socket to a 100º angle. CPU notch Alignment key Gold triangle mark ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-11 PnP cap 6. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notch. Lift the load plate with...
... direction of the socket, and then fit the socket alignment key into the socket to a 100º angle. CPU notch Alignment key Gold triangle mark ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-11 PnP cap 6. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket. DO NOT force the CPU into the CPU notch. Lift the load plate with...
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...separately, make sure that the four fasteners match the holes on top of the installed CPU, making sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is closest to the... optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. B 2. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-13 Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a push-pin design and requires...
...separately, make sure that the four fasteners match the holes on top of the installed CPU, making sure that you have installed the motherboard to the chassis before you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is closest to the... optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you install the heatsink and fan assembly. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: 1. B 2. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-13 Push down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to secure the heatsink and fan assembly in a push-pin design and requires...
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2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. Populated DIMM_B1 Populated Populated Populated Populated DIMM_C2 - DDR3 modules are developed for recommended memory configuration. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-15 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is installed in DIMM slot A2, B2, or C2. Follow the table above ...
2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. Populated DIMM_B1 Populated Populated Populated Populated DIMM_C2 - DDR3 modules are developed for recommended memory configuration. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-15 A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is installed in DIMM slot A2, B2, or C2. Follow the table above ...
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... DS 1024MB SS 2048MB (Kit of 2) SS 2048MB (Kit of 2) SS 2048MB (Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 8 N/A V V V V V V V V ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-17 DIMM socket Size SS/DS Chip No. CL Chip Brand support (Optional) A* B* Apacer BoxP/N:DH.02GAL.F7LK2 (78.0AGCB.BN0) 2048MB (Kit of 2) SS...Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 N/A Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-28 N/A N/A N/A 8 N/A 9 N/A V V V V V V V V Rampage II Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
... DS 1024MB SS 2048MB (Kit of 2) SS 2048MB (Kit of 2) SS 2048MB (Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 8 N/A V V V V V V V V ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-17 DIMM socket Size SS/DS Chip No. CL Chip Brand support (Optional) A* B* Apacer BoxP/N:DH.02GAL.F7LK2 (78.0AGCB.BN0) 2048MB (Kit of 2) SS...Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 8-8-8-24 N/A Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package Heat-Sink Package 9-9-9-28 N/A N/A N/A 8 N/A 9 N/A V V V V V V V V Rampage II Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1800 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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Rampage II Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand A* B* C* D* A-DATA SC63I1B16 2048MB DS K4B1G0846D 9 SAMSUNG V V V V CORSAIR BoxP/N:TW3X4G1333C9DHX (CM3X2048-1333C9DHX) ...-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 N/A V V VV BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-2G 2048MB DS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 N/A V V VV Patriot PDC32G1333LLK 1024MB (Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 7 Patriot V V VV ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-19 DIMM socket support (Optional) Size SS/DS Chip No.
Rampage II Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendor Part No. CL Chip Brand A* B* C* D* A-DATA SC63I1B16 2048MB DS K4B1G0846D 9 SAMSUNG V V V V CORSAIR BoxP/N:TW3X4G1333C9DHX (CM3X2048-1333C9DHX) ...-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 N/A V V VV BUFFALO FSX1333D3G-2G 2048MB DS Heat-Sink Package 7-7-7-20 N/A V V VV Patriot PDC32G1333LLK 1024MB (Kit of 2) SS Heat-Sink Package 7 Patriot V V VV ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-19 DIMM socket support (Optional) Size SS/DS Chip No.
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2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to remove a DIMM. 2 1. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-21 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 1 2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM ... with extra force. 2. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. 1.
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Make sure to remove a DIMM. 2 1. The DIMM might get damaged when it fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-21 Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the socket. 1 2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM ... with extra force. 2. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid damaging the DIMM. 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into a socket to both the motherboard and the components. 1.