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......iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 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... 1-4 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-5 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-5 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.4 Audio card layout 2-6 2.2.5 Layout contents 2-7 2.3 Central...
......iii Notices...viii Safety information ix About this guide x Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 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... 1-4 1.3.3 ROG unique features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-5 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-5 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-5 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-6 2.2.4 Audio card layout 2-6 2.2.5 Layout contents 2-7 2.3 Central...
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... Protection -EX) - Frequency LED - one at midboard; O.C. Profile Overclocking protection: - Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking features ROG Special Features Back Panel I /O Onboard Switches: Power / Reset / Clr CMOS (at rear panel) ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Fan Plus ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS ROG BIOS Wallpaper ASUS MyLogo 3™ 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial...
... Protection -EX) - Frequency LED - one at midboard; O.C. Profile Overclocking protection: - Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE specifications summary IEEE 1394 USB ROG Exclusive Overclocking features ROG Special Features Back Panel I /O Onboard Switches: Power / Reset / Clr CMOS (at rear panel) ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-Fan Plus ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS ROG BIOS Wallpaper ASUS MyLogo 3™ 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple) 1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial...
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...Republic of the PCI Express 2.0 bus architecture and features intelligent hardware and software that allows three graphics processing units (GPUs) in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. See page 2‑9 for enthusiast, extreme overclocking...™ (Scalable Link Interface) takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of Gamers. NVIDIA® nForce® 790i Ultra SLI / 790i SLI chipset The...Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core/Core™2 processor...
...Republic of the PCI Express 2.0 bus architecture and features intelligent hardware and software that allows three graphics processing units (GPUs) in the LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. See page 2‑9 for enthusiast, extreme overclocking...™ (Scalable Link Interface) takes advantage of the increased bandwidth of Gamers. NVIDIA® nForce® 790i Ultra SLI / 790i SLI chipset The...Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core/Core™2 processor...
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...the user can enjoy exceptional thermal improvement to Northbridge, Southbridge, Crosslinx, and even VRM with complicated looks. Overclocking is in line with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). No matter if you . CPU Level Up Ever wish that combines ...and 5-34 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is a hybrid thermal design that you could have a more efficient thermal solution compared to competing followers with a single connection. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction ...
...the user can enjoy exceptional thermal improvement to Northbridge, Southbridge, Crosslinx, and even VRM with complicated looks. Overclocking is in line with the ASUS vision of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). No matter if you . CPU Level Up Ever wish that combines ...and 5-34 for details. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Extreme Tweaker Extreme Tweaker is a hybrid thermal design that you could have a more efficient thermal solution compared to competing followers with a single connection. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction ...
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... their favorite settings. The COP EX allows more freedom and less constraint for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 1-5 S��e�e��p�a��g�e��2�-�3��... in Windows® environment without the worries of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is under extreme overclocking or normal states-allowing you to show off is no one knows when you have overclocked your system is critical but risky. Voltiminder LED ...
... their favorite settings. The COP EX allows more freedom and less constraint for details. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 1-5 S��e�e��p�a��g�e��2�-�3��... in Windows® environment without the worries of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is under extreme overclocking or normal states-allowing you to show off is no one knows when you have overclocked your system is critical but risky. Voltiminder LED ...
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... efficiency by 7% when the PC is wrong. The SupremeFX II features unique audio innovations for details. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to help save the environment. SupremeFX II also provides a special tool to emphasize human voices in heavy...1.3.3 ROG unique features Supreme FX II features Supreme FX II delivers an excellent high definition audio experience to find out what is running low intensity applications. See page 2-43 for gamers to spot enemies in 3D environment during overclocking, this can help you attain ...
... efficiency by 7% when the PC is wrong. The SupremeFX II features unique audio innovations for details. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to help save the environment. SupremeFX II also provides a special tool to emphasize human voices in heavy...1.3.3 ROG unique features Supreme FX II features Supreme FX II delivers an excellent high definition audio experience to find out what is running low intensity applications. See page 2-43 for gamers to spot enemies in 3D environment during overclocking, this can help you attain ...
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...water-cooling or passive-cooling is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for details. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 1-7 AI Gear 3+ With a manual or automatic mode, AI Gear 3+ allows... 3+ is very precise and can automatically detect current CPU loading, dynamically overclocking the CPU speed in the motherboard that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. See page 5-31... system and return to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan Plus technology The ASUS Q-Fan Plus technology smartly adjusts the CPU, chassis, and optional ...
...water-cooling or passive-cooling is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for details. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 1-7 AI Gear 3+ With a manual or automatic mode, AI Gear 3+ allows... 3+ is very precise and can automatically detect current CPU loading, dynamically overclocking the CPU speed in the motherboard that lowers the temperature of critical heat generating components. See page 5-31... system and return to ensure quiet, cool, and efficient operation. ASUS Q-Fan Plus technology The ASUS Q-Fan Plus technology smartly adjusts the CPU, chassis, and optional ...
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... definition. FREQUENCY STRIKER II EXTREME STRIKER II EXTREME/ STRIKER II NSE Frequency LED CPU FSB 200MHz 200-299 300-399 400-499 500-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast) CPU FSB 266MHz 266-299 300-399 400-499 500-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast) CPU FSB 333MHz 333-399 400-499 500-549 550-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast...
... definition. FREQUENCY STRIKER II EXTREME STRIKER II EXTREME/ STRIKER II NSE Frequency LED CPU FSB 200MHz 200-299 300-399 400-499 500-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast) CPU FSB 266MHz 266-299 300-399 400-499 500-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast) CPU FSB 333MHz 333-399 400-499 500-549 550-599 600~ (Default) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) (Overclocking) 1 2 3 4 5 (Default) (Fast...
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... memory timing or chipset voltage and the power button fails to CPU overclocking. S5: Power off without +5VSB power (AC power loss); Press down the system and clear CMOS simultaneously. 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information STRIKER II EXTREME CLRTC_SW Enable (Default) Disable STRIKER II EXTREME/ STRIKER II NSE Clear RTC RAM slide switch clr CMOS switch behavior System power state...
... memory timing or chipset voltage and the power button fails to CPU overclocking. S5: Power off without +5VSB power (AC power loss); Press down the system and clear CMOS simultaneously. 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information STRIKER II EXTREME CLRTC_SW Enable (Default) Disable STRIKER II EXTREME/ STRIKER II NSE Clear RTC RAM slide switch clr CMOS switch behavior System power state...
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..., set the JMicron RAID controller in the BIOS to [RAID]. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 16. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 2-31 IEEE 1394a port. Clear CMOS switch. Optical S/PDIF Out port. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are ...]. See section 4.5.3 Onboard Device Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to 5.4.4 JMicron® RAID Configuration or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • DO NOT insert different cables to overclocking. 15.
..., set the JMicron RAID controller in the BIOS to [RAID]. This port connects an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. 16. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 2-31 IEEE 1394a port. Clear CMOS switch. Optical S/PDIF Out port. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are ...]. See section 4.5.3 Onboard Device Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to 5.4.4 JMicron® RAID Configuration or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • DO NOT insert different cables to overclocking. 15.
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Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. 2.8.3 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on switch to wake/power up the system. STRIKER II EXTREME STRIKER II EXTREME/ STRIKER II NSE Reset switch ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 2-43 This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. STRIKER II EXTREME STRIKER II EXTREME/ STRIKER II NSE Power on switch 2.
Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance system performance. 1. 2.8.3 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on switch to wake/power up the system. STRIKER II EXTREME STRIKER II EXTREME/ STRIKER II NSE Reset switch ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 2-43 This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system. Power-on switch Press the power-on a bare or open-case system. STRIKER II EXTREME STRIKER II EXTREME/ STRIKER II NSE Power on switch 2.
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...4.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the system ...English] [1.44M, 3.5 in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
...4.2.2 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: Main For changing the basic system configuration Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Power For changing the advanced power management (APM) configuration Boot For changing the system ...English] [1.44M, 3.5 in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information. 4-10 Chapter 4: BIOS setup
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... to manually configure the settings in detail, set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. Configuration options: [Auto] [E6300] [E6400] [E6550] [E6600] [E6700] [X6800] [E6850] [E8200] [E8400] [E8500] [E6850] [Q9450] [Q9550] [QX9650] [QX9770] [Crazy] The configuration options may cause instability. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 4-13 Memory Clock Mode Auto x FSB - If...
... to manually configure the settings in detail, set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. Configuration options: [Auto] [E6300] [E6400] [E6550] [E6600] [E6700] [X6800] [E6850] [E8200] [E8400] [E8500] [E6850] [Q9450] [Q9550] [QX9650] [QX9770] [Crazy] The configuration options may cause instability. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 4-13 Memory Clock Mode Auto x FSB - If...
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...Standard Loads the standard settings for the system. Overclock Options [Disabled] Allows you set the overclocking options. FSB - The values range from 6 to [AI Overclock]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] The following items become configurable when you...[8 X] Use the and keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the frequency. AI Overclock Loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for stability when overclocking. Use the and keys to enter the desired value. The values range from 400 ...
...Standard Loads the standard settings for the system. Overclock Options [Disabled] Allows you set the overclocking options. FSB - The values range from 6 to [AI Overclock]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Overclock 5%] [Overclock 10%] [Overclock 15%] [Overclock 20%] The following items become configurable when you...[8 X] Use the and keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the frequency. AI Overclock Loads overclocking profiles with optimal parameters for stability when overclocking. Use the and keys to enter the desired value. The values range from 400 ...
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... values are shown under the "Current" field. tCL (CAS Latency) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5] [6]-[18] ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 4-15 Actual MEM (DDR), MHz This item reflects the actual frequency after the system reboots. Memory Timing Setting Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS...) Set Memory timings to [Optimal] to adjust the frequency. Due to NVIDIA® chipset features, ASUS BIOS will automatically adjust your assigned frequency to an approximate value to set the PCIEX16_1/2 overclocking frequency. LDT Frequency [5x] Configuration options: [1x] [2x] [3x] [4x] [5x] PCIE...
... values are shown under the "Current" field. tCL (CAS Latency) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5] [6]-[18] ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 4-15 Actual MEM (DDR), MHz This item reflects the actual frequency after the system reboots. Memory Timing Setting Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS...) Set Memory timings to [Optimal] to adjust the frequency. Due to NVIDIA® chipset features, ASUS BIOS will automatically adjust your assigned frequency to an approximate value to set the PCIEX16_1/2 overclocking frequency. LDT Frequency [5x] Configuration options: [1x] [2x] [3x] [4x] [5x] PCIE...
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...;�E��F 2��5��0��m����v�] [DDR3_REF+500mv] [DDR3_REF-250mv] [DDR3_REF-500mv] CPU Configuration Extreme Tweaker Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Overclocking Select Menu CPU Type CPU Speed Cache RAM(L2) Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU E6750 @ 2.66GHz 2.66GHz 4096K Item Specific Help CPU...
...;�E��F 2��5��0��m����v�] [DDR3_REF+500mv] [DDR3_REF-250mv] [DDR3_REF-500mv] CPU Configuration Extreme Tweaker Phoenix-AwardBIOS CMOS Setup Utility Overclocking Select Menu CPU Type CPU Speed Cache RAM(L2) Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU E6750 @ 2.66GHz 2.66GHz 4096K Item Specific Help CPU...
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...Republic of the SATA drives. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LCD Poster Off [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the LCD Poster backlight after POST. Configuration options: [Current Time] [User String] ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 4-29 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA1/2/3 Primary/Secondary RAID [Disabled] Enables or disables the RAID function of Gamers...Disabled] [Current Time] Item Specific Help Set ROG Logo Enabled/ Disabled Voltiminder LED CPU Overclocking LED CPU LED Selection NB LED Selection [ON] [ON] [CPU Volt] [NB ...
...Republic of the SATA drives. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] LCD Poster Off [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the LCD Poster backlight after POST. Configuration options: [Current Time] [User String] ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 4-29 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA1/2/3 Primary/Secondary RAID [Disabled] Enables or disables the RAID function of Gamers...Disabled] [Current Time] Item Specific Help Set ROG Logo Enabled/ Disabled Voltiminder LED CPU Overclocking LED CPU LED Selection NB LED Selection [ON] [ON] [CPU Volt] [NB ...
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LCD Poster String Allows you to turn on/off the CPU LED. Configuration options: [ON] [OFF] CPU Overclocking LED [ON] Allows you to enter a string that will be displayed on the LCD Poster. Configuration options: [ON] [OFF] CPU LED Selection [CPU Volt] Allows ...
LCD Poster String Allows you to turn on/off the CPU LED. Configuration options: [ON] [OFF] CPU Overclocking LED [ON] Allows you to enter a string that will be displayed on the LCD Poster. Configuration options: [ON] [OFF] CPU LED Selection [CPU Volt] Allows ...
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Click an item to watch how an overclocking guru breaks 3DMark world record with an ROG motherboard. 5-6 Chapter 5: Software support 5.2.5 Manual menu The Manuals menu contains a list of video clips. Click the Extreme OC Clip item to open the folder of the user manual. Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 5.2.6 Video menu Click the Video tab to display a list of supplementary user manuals. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
Click an item to watch how an overclocking guru breaks 3DMark world record with an ROG motherboard. 5-6 Chapter 5: Software support 5.2.5 Manual menu The Manuals menu contains a list of video clips. Click the Extreme OC Clip item to open the folder of the user manual. Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file. 5.2.6 Video menu Click the Video tab to display a list of supplementary user manuals. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
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5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. The options on the AI Suite main window. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 5-33 After installing AI Suite from the bundled Support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking... AI Booster button on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations.
5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without the hassle of booting the BIOS. The options on the AI Suite main window. ROG Striker II Extreme / Striker II NSE 5-33 After installing AI Suite from the bundled Support DVD, you can launch the utility by double-clicking... AI Booster button on the taskbar allow you to use the default settings, adjust CPU/ Memory/PCI-E frequency manually, or create and apply your personal overclocking configurations.