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Motherboard Striker II Formula
Motherboard Striker II Formula
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......viii Safety information ix About this guide x Stricker II Formula 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 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-4 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-5 2.2.4 Audio card layout 2-5 2.2.5 Layout contents 2-6 2.3 Central...
......viii Safety information ix About this guide x Stricker II Formula 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 Placement direction 2-4 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-4 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-5 2.2.4 Audio card layout 2-5 2.2.5 Layout contents 2-6 2.3 Central...
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...• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are connected. Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal...correct voltage in municipal waste. Do not place the product in any damage, contact your retailer. ix Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. ...
...• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are connected. Check local regulations for the devices are unplugged before the signal...correct voltage in municipal waste. Do not place the product in any damage, contact your retailer. ix Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you are unplugged. ...
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... documentation, such as the debug code table for product and software updates. 1. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down the system. • Chapter...
... documentation, such as the debug code table for product and software updates. 1. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: Powering up This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down the system. • Chapter...
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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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... of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD The hottest game: Company of Heroes User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ROG Striker II Formula 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of the...
... of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in -1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit Cable ties ROG motherboard support DVD The hottest game: Company of Heroes User guide If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ROG Striker II Formula 1- Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of the...
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...174; Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core/Core™2 processor in the Republic of the best. With the new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1333/1066...LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of Gamers. It's definitely one of Gamers, mercy rules are only for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction The NVIDIA® nForce ...
...174; Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Core™2 Extreme CPU support This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Quad-core/Core™2 processor in the Republic of the best. With the new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1333/1066...LGA775 package and Intel's next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of Gamers. It's definitely one of Gamers, mercy rules are only for details. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction The NVIDIA® nForce ...
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... speed and bandwidth. While in DDR2 1066 mode, ASUS's exclusive technology offers a choice of DDR2 memory. This new feature optimizes the use of DDR2 memory. ROG Striker II Formula 1- See page 2‑17 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on...
... speed and bandwidth. While in DDR2 1066 mode, ASUS's exclusive technology offers a choice of DDR2 memory. This new feature optimizes the use of DDR2 memory. ROG Striker II Formula 1- See page 2‑17 for high-speed data retrieval and saves. Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on...
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... simultaneously sends different audio streams to LAN without any added arbitration or latency. See pages 2-31 and 2-35 for details. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of data from WAN to different destinations. See page 2-30 for details. Dual Gigabit LAN The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design...
... simultaneously sends different audio streams to LAN without any added arbitration or latency. See pages 2-31 and 2-35 for details. Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the ASUS vision of data from WAN to different destinations. See page 2-30 for details. Dual Gigabit LAN The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design...
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...the voltage status for overclockers. See the new CPU speed and enjoy the performance instantly! Acting as this. ROG Striker II Formula 1- ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to cooler temperatures and better efficiency. Working together with AI Gear 3, this can help you ...;o�r��d�e�t�a�i�l�s�. 2-Phase DDR2 With the embedded 2-Phase DDR2, this motherboard ensures longer power component lifespans and higher overclockability due to digitally monitor and tune the CPU power supply with improved...
...the voltage status for overclockers. See the new CPU speed and enjoy the performance instantly! Acting as this. ROG Striker II Formula 1- ASUS EPU The ASUS EPU utilizes innovative technology to cooler temperatures and better efficiency. Working together with AI Gear 3, this can help you ...;o�r��d�e�t�a�i�l�s�. 2-Phase DDR2 With the embedded 2-Phase DDR2, this motherboard ensures longer power component lifespans and higher overclockability due to digitally monitor and tune the CPU power supply with improved...
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It can be used to clear CMOS data. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to increase chipset voltages without the hassle of overheating. ASUS O.C. See page 4-45 for details. function. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
It can be used to clear CMOS data. Profile The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. AI Booster The ASUS AI Booster allows you to overclock the CPU speed in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to increase chipset voltages without the hassle of overheating. ASUS O.C. See page 4-45 for details. function. 1- Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
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... quieter operation and longer system life. See page 2-42 for details. The SupremeFX II features unique audio innovations for gamers to the gamers of ROG. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. 1.3.3 ROG... thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. Fanless Design-Heat-pipe The ASUS fanless design allows multi-directional heat flow from major thermal sources in the following areas: CPU, power, VGA, Northbridge and Southbridge. ROG Striker II Formula 1- Noise Filter This ...
... quieter operation and longer system life. See page 2-42 for details. The SupremeFX II features unique audio innovations for gamers to the gamers of ROG. ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. 1.3.3 ROG... thermal issues across the motherboard, and most efficient manner. Fanless Design-Heat-pipe The ASUS fanless design allows multi-directional heat flow from major thermal sources in the following areas: CPU, power, VGA, Northbridge and Southbridge. ROG Striker II Formula 1- Noise Filter This ...
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... optional fan is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for power saving during light loading. See pages 2-15 and 2-16 for details. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to adjust CPU frequency and vCore voltage-"...AI Nap, the system can save up to 62% CPU power in light loading. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features AI Gear 3 With a manual or automatic mode, AI Gear 3 allows users...
... optional fan is utilized, ensuring effective heat dissipation for power saving during light loading. See pages 2-15 and 2-16 for details. ASUS Q-Fan 2 ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts both CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to system loading to adjust CPU frequency and vCore voltage-"...AI Nap, the system can save up to 62% CPU power in light loading. The motherboard uses a special design on the printed circuit board (PCB) to dissipate heat these critical components generate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features AI Gear 3 With a manual or automatic mode, AI Gear 3 allows users...
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... flash disk without entering the OS. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in the motherboard that contains the BIOS file. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to install computer components..., update the BIOS or back up your choice from the available options. ASUS MyLogo 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ROG Striker II Formula 1-
... flash disk without entering the OS. ASUS EZ DIY ASUS EZ DIY feature collection provides you easy ways to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in the motherboard that contains the BIOS file. ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to install computer components..., update the BIOS or back up your choice from the available options. ASUS MyLogo 3 ASUS MyLogo 3 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. ROG Striker II Formula 1-
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Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
Chapter 2: 2 Hardware information It includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. 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 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-17 2.5 Expansion slots 2-23 2.6 Jumper 2-27 2.7 Aduio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster Installation 2-28 2.8 Connectors 2-30 ROG Striker II Formula
Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-4 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-17 2.5 Expansion slots 2-23 2.6 Jumper 2-27 2.7 Aduio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster Installation 2-28 2.8 Connectors 2-30 ROG Striker II Formula
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...below for power status. CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL STRIKER II FORMULA ® STRIKER II FORMULA CPU LED CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 1.50000~1.60000 High (yellow) 1.50625~1.69375 1.62000~1.80000 Crazy (red) 1.70000~ 1.82000~ ROG Striker II Formula 2- CPU LED The CPU LED has ...two voltage displays: CPU Voltage and CPU PLL Voltage; Failure to do so may adjust the voltages in BIOS. You may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.1...
...below for power status. CPU_CRAZY CPU_HIGH CPU_NORMAL STRIKER II FORMULA ® STRIKER II FORMULA CPU LED CPU Voltage CPU PLL Voltage Normal (green) 1.10000~1.50000 1.50000~1.60000 High (yellow) 1.50625~1.69375 1.62000~1.80000 Crazy (red) 1.70000~ 1.82000~ ROG Striker II Formula 2- CPU LED The CPU LED has ...two voltage displays: CPU Voltage and CPU PLL Voltage; Failure to do so may adjust the voltages in BIOS. You may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.1...
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... hard disk drive. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up when there is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. STRIKER II FORMULA ® HD_LED STRIKER II FORMULA Hard Disk LED 5. The illustration below... shows the location of the onboard power-on switch ROG Striker II Formula 2- 4. It blinks when data is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive ...
... hard disk drive. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up when there is a reminder that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. STRIKER II FORMULA ® HD_LED STRIKER II FORMULA Hard Disk LED 5. The illustration below... shows the location of the onboard power-on switch ROG Striker II Formula 2- 4. It blinks when data is designed to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive ...
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... image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it into it. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated ...in the correct orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis STRIKER II FORMULA ® 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to the chassis.
... image below. 2.2.2 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. 2.2 Motherboard overview Before you place it into it. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis as indicated ...in the correct orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis STRIKER II FORMULA ® 2- Chapter 2: Hardware information Make sure to the chassis.
