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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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... design for CPU - 3-phase QPI/DRAM power design - 3-phase power design for Northbridge - 3-phase power design for Memory - ASUS TurboV - ASUS O.C. ML Caps on the next page) xiii Voltiminder LED - 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...
... design for CPU - 3-phase QPI/DRAM power design - 3-phase power design for Northbridge - 3-phase power design for Memory - ASUS TurboV - ASUS O.C. ML Caps on the next page) xiii Voltiminder LED - 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...
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... Rampage II Extreme 1-5 Following the success of overclocking and benchmarking. Extreme Engine ensures a stable power supply during overvoltage by lowering Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR), keeping critical components such as the processor, system memory and the Northbridge reliable. iROG iROG is a special IC which enables several ROG highlighted functions that others only dream of the motherboard at...
... Rampage II Extreme 1-5 Following the success of overclocking and benchmarking. Extreme Engine ensures a stable power supply during overvoltage by lowering Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR), keeping critical components such as the processor, system memory and the Northbridge reliable. iROG iROG is a special IC which enables several ROG highlighted functions that others only dream of the motherboard at...
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... and enjoy the performance instantly! See page 3-12 for details. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction BIOS1 BIOS Flashback BIOS2 Overclocker's prayer to have a more expansive CPU? See pages 3-13 and 4-27...shop to monitor and save two versions of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is to be stored with any previous version. CPU Level Up Ever wish that you . Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is critical during overclocking. Loadline Calibration Maintaining ample voltage support for ...
... and enjoy the performance instantly! See page 3-12 for details. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction BIOS1 BIOS Flashback BIOS2 Overclocker's prayer to have a more expansive CPU? See pages 3-13 and 4-27...shop to monitor and save two versions of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is to be stored with any previous version. CPU Level Up Ever wish that you . Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is critical during overclocking. Loadline Calibration Maintaining ample voltage support for ...
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... for details. Onboard Switches With an easy press during POST. The motherboard comes with the EL I/O, an impressive design that increases convenience in ...sound from the thoughtful design of your desk, in the dark, or in a LAN Party. ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-7 1.3.3 ROG unique features SupremeFX X-Fi features You may activate Q-Fan function on up your I/O... 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 ...
... for details. Onboard Switches With an easy press during POST. The motherboard comes with the EL I/O, an impressive design that increases convenience in ...sound from the thoughtful design of your desk, in the dark, or in a LAN Party. ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-7 1.3.3 ROG unique features SupremeFX X-Fi features You may activate Q-Fan function on up your I/O... 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 ...
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...card, memory, chipset, drives and system fan), the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking, helping save power and money. Built-in real-time. To wake the system and return to dissipate heat these critical components generate...phase switching for details. See page 4-24 for details. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. Fanless Design-Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is caused by detecting current PC loadings and ...
...card, memory, chipset, drives and system fan), the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking, helping save power and money. Built-in real-time. To wake the system and return to dissipate heat these critical components generate...phase switching for details. See page 4-24 for details. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to the OS environment, simply click the mouse or press a key. Fanless Design-Stack Cool 2 ASUS Stack Cool 2 is caused by detecting current PC loadings and ...
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.... function. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 3-45 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is no need to open the system chassis to clear CMOS data. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection ...system. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-9 Profile... an OS-based flash utility. Due to overclocking failure, there is a user-friendly BIOS update utility.
.... function. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. See page 3-45 for details. ASUS EZ Flash 2 EZ Flash 2 is no need to open the system chassis to clear CMOS data. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection ...system. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite settings. ROG Rampage II Extreme 1-9 Profile... an OS-based flash utility. Due to overclocking failure, there is a user-friendly BIOS update utility.
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... OS when having 4GB or more memory installed on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B and... Channel C. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB and 2GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, see section 3.1 Extreme...
... OS when having 4GB or more memory installed on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B and... Channel C. 2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB and 2GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, see section 3.1 Extreme...
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... (3-pin CLRTC_SW) This jumper allows you clear the CMOS. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to CPU overclocking. clr CMOS switch behavior System power state G3* S5* S0 (DOS mode) S0 (OS mode) S1 S3 S4 Clearing CMOS ** *G3: Power off with +5VSB... the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable the clr CMOS switch on the back I/O. If the system hangs due to overclocking of memory timing or chipset voltage and the power button fails to default values. You can automatically reset CPU parameter settings to function, pressing down...
... (3-pin CLRTC_SW) This jumper allows you clear the CMOS. • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to CPU overclocking. clr CMOS switch behavior System power state G3* S5* S0 (DOS mode) S0 (OS mode) S1 S3 S4 Clearing CMOS ** *G3: Power off with +5VSB... the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable the clr CMOS switch on the back I/O. If the system hangs due to overclocking of memory timing or chipset voltage and the power button fails to default values. You can automatically reset CPU parameter settings to function, pressing down...
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...Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 11. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects to overclocking. 17. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. This port connects a headphone or a... via an optical S/PDIF cable. 13. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 14. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-29 In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of the audio ports in an 8-channel audio configuration. This port connects a...
...Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out 11. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects to overclocking. 17. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. This port connects a headphone or a... via an optical S/PDIF cable. 13. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices. 14. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-29 In 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel configuration, the function of the audio ports in an 8-channel audio configuration. This port connects a...
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2.7.3 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.7.3 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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decrease) / right (next; After the power-on the motherboard. 2. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-43 increase) to the following illustration for their location. Connect the LCD Poster to the LCD_CON connector on self tests (POST), the LCD Poster shows system time. 3. Press the CONFIRM button to fulfill your overclocking desire during game play. TweakIt consists of the...
decrease) / right (next; After the power-on the motherboard. 2. ROG Rampage II Extreme 2-43 increase) to the following illustration for their location. Connect the LCD Poster to the LCD_CON connector on self tests (POST), the LCD Poster shows system time. 3. Press the CONFIRM button to fulfill your overclocking desire during game play. TweakIt consists of the...
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... the multitester to the motherboard as shown on Figure 1, or use the supplied ProbeIt cable to connect to the measure points when a multitester is employed for more accurate measurements during your convenient and accurate OC settings. Refer to the following illustration for your busy overclocking work. Figure 1 ROG Rampage II Extreme Figure 2 2-45 2.7.5 ProbeIt The...
... the multitester to the motherboard as shown on Figure 1, or use the supplied ProbeIt cable to connect to the measure points when a multitester is employed for more accurate measurements during your convenient and accurate OC settings. Refer to the following illustration for your busy overclocking work. Figure 1 ROG Rampage II Extreme Figure 2 2-45 2.7.5 ProbeIt The...
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...items Navigation keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the ... right corner of the navigation keys differ from one screen to select a field. 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Extreme Tweaker Main Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot General help Tools Exit System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language [10...
...items Navigation keys 3.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Main For changing the basic system configuration Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the ... right corner of the navigation keys differ from one screen to select a field. 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen Menu items Menu bar Extreme Tweaker Main Configuration fields BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Power Boot General help Tools Exit System Time System Date Legacy Diskette A Language [10...
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... Level Up [Auto] Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] CPU Configuration DRAM Frequency UCLK Frequency QPI Frequency [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] DRAM Timing Control [Auto] EPU II Phase Control [Full Phase]...12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Take caution when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values... , set Ai Overclock Tuner to Manual after you install on the motherboard. If you want to overclocking, and it may cause instability.
... Level Up [Auto] Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] CPU Ratio Setting [Auto] CPU Configuration DRAM Frequency UCLK Frequency QPI Frequency [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] DRAM Timing Control [Auto] EPU II Phase Control [Full Phase]...12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Take caution when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values... , set Ai Overclock Tuner to Manual after you install on the motherboard. If you want to overclocking, and it may cause instability.
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... profile, and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically. OC From CPU Level Up [Auto] After you to individually set Ai Overclock Tuner to the selected CPU level. CPU Level Up [Auto] Allows you to select a memory level, and the related parameters ...you set overclocking parameters. Loads the standard settings for the system. Loads the optimal settings for the system. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1800MHz] You are allowed to the selected memory level. Configuration options: [Auto] [i7-crazy-3.60G] [i7-crazy-4.00G] ROG Rampage II Extreme 3-13 ...
... profile, and the related parameters will be adjusted automatically. OC From CPU Level Up [Auto] After you to individually set Ai Overclock Tuner to the selected CPU level. CPU Level Up [Auto] Allows you to select a memory level, and the related parameters ...you set overclocking parameters. Loads the standard settings for the system. Loads the optimal settings for the system. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1800MHz] You are allowed to the selected memory level. Configuration options: [Auto] [i7-crazy-3.60G] [i7-crazy-4.00G] ROG Rampage II Extreme 3-13 ...
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... BIOS setup PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the ratio between [Profile #1] (high performance) and [Profile #2] (high frequency). eXtreme Memory Profile [Disabled] Allows you to adjust the Internal Base Clock (BCLK). Use the and keys to your memory module. The valid value ...desired value using the numeric keypad. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Profile #1] [Profile #2] The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [ROG Memory Profile]. Use the and keys to adjust the PCIE frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3...
... BIOS setup PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the ratio between [Profile #1] (high performance) and [Profile #2] (high frequency). eXtreme Memory Profile [Disabled] Allows you to adjust the Internal Base Clock (BCLK). Use the and keys to your memory module. The valid value ...desired value using the numeric keypad. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Profile #1] [Profile #2] The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [ROG Memory Profile]. Use the and keys to adjust the PCIE frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3...
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...Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto] Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability. The CPU voltage could be set only up to 1.8V when the Extreme OV item is set the CPU LED Selection item to [Vcore], the onboard CPU LED displays CPU ... you set to page 2-2 for CPU LED definition. You can choose high level voltage to 2.50000V with a 0.00625V interval. ROG Rampage II Extreme 3-17 The values range from 0.85000V to overclock, but not guaranteed CPU life. When you can also use the and keys to improve CPU VDroop directly.
...Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto] Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability. The CPU voltage could be set only up to 1.8V when the Extreme OV item is set the CPU LED Selection item to [Vcore], the onboard CPU LED displays CPU ... you set to page 2-2 for CPU LED definition. You can choose high level voltage to 2.50000V with a 0.00625V interval. ROG Rampage II Extreme 3-17 The values range from 0.85000V to overclock, but not guaranteed CPU life. When you can also use the and keys to improve CPU VDroop directly.
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... Voltage on Channel A/B/C. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps]-[Delay 1500ps] ROG Rampage II Extreme 3-19 Debug Mode [String] Allows you to adjust the IOH Clock Skew item at the same time. Configuration...
... Voltage on Channel A/B/C. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] Set to [Disabled] to enhance PCIE overclocking ability or [Auto] for EMI control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps]-[Delay 1500ps] ROG Rampage II Extreme 3-19 Debug Mode [String] Allows you to adjust the IOH Clock Skew item at the same time. Configuration...
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...the multimedia features of your computer so you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. View the online help for extreme O.C. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems....2.0 and is a multimedia technology that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS TurboV Installs ASUS TurboV, the advanced overclocking tool for detailed information. record. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c...
...the multimedia features of your computer so you keep your computer in healthy operating condition. View the online help for extreme O.C. ASUS PC Probe II This smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any detected problems....2.0 and is a multimedia technology that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). ASUS TurboV Installs ASUS TurboV, the advanced overclocking tool for detailed information. record. 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c...