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Motherboard

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Motherboard Crosshair IV Extreme
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E6071 Second Edition August 2010 Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
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Contents Notices........................................................................................................ viii FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement.............. viii Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)...................ix CE Marking........................................................................................ix Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains............................x France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands...................
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Contents 2.5 Expansion slots........................................................................... 2-24 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card.......................................... 2-24 2.5.2 Configuring an expansion card...................................... 2-24 2.5.3 Interrupt assignments.................................................... 2-25 2.5.4 PCI slot.......................................................................... 2-26 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slots..........................
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Contents 3.2.9 3.3 3.4 General help.................................................................... 3-8 Extreme Tweaker menu................................................................ 3-9 3.3.1 CPU Level Up [Auto]...................................................... 3-10 3.3.2 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto].............................................. 3-10 3.3.3 CPU Ratio Setting [Auto]............................................... 3-10 3.3.4 CPU Bus Frequency [XXX].........................
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Contents 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.4.5 Storage Configuration.................................................... 3-19 3.4.7 System Information........................................................ 3-20 Advanced menu.......................................................................... 3-21 3.5.1 CPU Configuration......................................................... 3-21 3.5.2 Chipset........................................................................... 3-23 3.5.
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Contents 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.2.3 Utilities menu................................................................... 4-3 4.2.4 Make disk menu............................................................... 4-4 4.2.5 Manual menu................................................................... 4-4 4.2.6 Video menu...................................................................... 4-5 4.2.7 ASUS Contact information............................................... 4-5 4.2.8 Other information...........
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Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
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Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.
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Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
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Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes.
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About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.
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Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
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Crosshair IV Extreme specifications summary CPU AMD® socket AM3 Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors Supports 45nm CPU AMD® Cool 'n' Quiet™ Technology AMD® 140W CPU Support Chipset AMD® 890FX / SB850 System Bus Up to 5200 MT/s HyperTransport™ 3.0 Memory Dual channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1866(O. �� C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600(O.C.
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Crosshair IV Extreme specifications summary USB NEC® USB 3.0 controller - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at rear AMD® SB850 chipset - 13 x USB 2.
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Crosshair IV Extreme specifications summary Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 2 x External SATA ports 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 7 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (1 port is also for ROG Connect) 1 x IEEE1394a port 1 x S/PDIF Out (Optical) 8-channel Audio I/O 1 x ROG Connect On/Off switch 1 x RC Bluetooth switch 1 x Clr CMOS switch Internal I/O Connectors 3 x USB 2.0 connectors supports additional 6 USB 2.
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This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.
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Chapter summary 1 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Special features............................................................................. 1-2 1.2 Package contents..........................................................................
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1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ROG Crosshair IV Extreme motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items.
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1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of the best. We offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovating ideas, and we welcome the best gamers to join in. In the Republic of Gamers, mercy rules are only for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. We believe in making statements and we excel in competitions.
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PCIe 2.0 Double Speed; Double Bandwidth This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance. 1.3.
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USB BIOS FlashBack Refresh the BIOS can never be that easy USB BIOS Flashback must be the most convenient way to flash BIOS ever! It allows overclockers to try their BIOS with the simplist way one can imagine. No need to enter the BIOS or the operating system, just plug the thumb drive into the ROG Connect port & push the ROG Connect button for 2 seconds, BIOS would be automatically flashed under standby power.
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BIOS Flashback Two BIOS ROM. Two BIOS settings. Twice the overclocking flexibility. Overclocker's prayer to have BIOS flexibility is answered! With the new BIOS Flashback, PC enthusiasts can overclock with even more confidence. BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ability to save two versions of the BIOS simultaneously. Very much like the "SaveGame" function, one BIOS can be used for the overclocking adventure, while the other BIOS is to be stored with any previous version.
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Loadline Calibration Optimal power boost for extreme CPU overclocking! Maintaining ample voltage support for the CPU is critical during overclocking. The Loadline Calibration ensures stable and optimal CPU voltage under heavy loading. It helps overclockers enjoy the motherboard's ultimate OC capabilities and benchmark scores.
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USB 3.0 Support 10X Faster Date Rates! Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8Gbps with USB 3.0—the latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10X faster and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the Future of Storage! Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0Gb/s data transfer rates.
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MyLogo3 Personalize your system with customizable boot logo The ASUS MyLogo 3 is the new feature present in the motherboard that allows you to personalize and add style to your system with customizable and animated boot logos. SATA on the Go The motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specification, delivering enhanced scalability and doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves.
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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.
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Chapter summary 2 2.1 Before you proceed...................................................................... 2-1 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU).................................................... 2-9 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 2.10 2.11 Motherboard overview.................................................................. 2-6 System memory.......................................................................... 2-14 Expansion slots..............................................................
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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. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
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Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with a set of LEDs that indicate the voltage conditions of CPU, memory, northbridge and southbridge. You may adjust the voltages in BIOS. There are also an LED for hard disk drive activity and an onboard switch for power status. For more information about voltage adjustment, refer to 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu. 1. CPU LED The CPU LED has three voltage displays: CPU Voltage, VDDNB, and VDDA Voltage 2.5V; you can select the voltage to display in BIOS.
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DRAM BUS 1.5V (default) VDDR 1.2V NB Voltage 1.1V (default) Normal (green) Normal (blue) High (yellow) 1.2–1.493375 1.5�� –1.72250 1.73575–2.31875 2.33200–2.9000 1.2�� –1.39125 1.40450–1.65625 1.66950–1.8 Normal (green) Normal (blue) High (yellow) 0.8�� –1.19375 1.1�� –1.59000 1.80200– 1.89475 1.1�� –1.59000 NB 1.8 Voltage VDD PCIE 1.1V SB Voltage 1.1V (default) HT 1.2V 4. 1.1–1.444250 0.8�� –1.19375 1.2�� –1.39125 Crazy (red) Crazy (red) 1.
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5. BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is in use. 6. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that MemOK! is enabled before POST. Lighting: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS.
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7. Q LED Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found , the corresponding LED will continue lighting until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second. 8. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft‑off mode.
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2-6 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.
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2.2.2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Switches/Slots 1. ROG connector (3-pin ROG) 2. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin PWR_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1–3; 4-pin OPT_FAN1–3) 3. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V, 4-pin EZ_PLUG1—2) 4. AMD AM3 CPU Socket 5. DDR3 DIMM slots 6. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1–3) 7. Core Unlocker Switch 8. Power-on switch 9. Reset switch 10. PCIe x16 Lane switch 11. GO button 12.
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2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM3 socket designed for AM3 Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/ Sempron™ 100 Series Processors Series Processors. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. The AM3 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed for the AMD Opteron processor. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM3 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
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3. Position the CPU above the socket such that the CPU corner with the gold triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle. 4. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place. Gold triangle Small triangle 5. When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked. 6.
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2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The AMD® AM3 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • The retention module base is already installed on the motherboard upon purchase. • You do not have to remove the retention module base when installing the CPU or installing other motherboard components. • Ensure that you use only AMD-certified heatsink and fan assembly.
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2. Attach one end of the retention bracket to the retention module base. 3. Align the other end of the retention bracket (near the retention bracket lock) to the retention module base. A clicking sound denotes that the retention bracket is in place. Ensure that the fan and heatsink assembly perfectly fits the retention mechanism module base, otherwise you cannot snap the retention bracket in place. 4.
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5. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • This connector is backward compatible with old 3-pin CPU fan.
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2.4 System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption.
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2.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered ECC and non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability.
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Crosshair IV Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�� 3�� -2000MHz capability �� Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-27 - • Crucial BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP) 1GB SS 9-9-9-28 2 • • G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBRH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • G.
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Crosshair IV Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�� 3�� -1866MHz capability �� Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM CORSAIR TR3X6G1866C9DVer4.1(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.65 • G.SKILL F3-15000CL9D-4GBRH (XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • G.SKILL F3-15000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.
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Crosshair IV Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�� 3�� -1600MHz capability �� 2-18 Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM CORSAIR TR3X3G1600C8DVer2.1(XMP) 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • • CORSAIR TR3X3G1600C9Ver1.1(XMP) 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • CORSAIR CMD4GX3M2B1600C8 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS 8-8-8-24 1.
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OCZ OCZ3FXE1600C7LV6GK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 7-7-7 1.65 • • OCZ OCZ3G1600LV6GK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 8-8-8 1.65 • • • OCZ OCZ3X1600LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 8-8-8 1.65 • • • OCZ OCZ3X1600LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 8-8-8 1.
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Crosshair IV Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�� 3�� -1333MHz capability �� Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Apacer 78.01GC6.9L0 1GB SS Apacer AM5D5808DEJSBG 9 - • • • CORSAIR TR3X3G1333C9 (Ver2.1) 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • • CORSAIR CM3X1024-1333C9DHX 1GB DS - - - 1.
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OCZ OCZ3RPX1333EB2GK 2GB(2 x 1GB) SS NANYA - 6-5-5 1.85 • • OCZ OCZ3G1333LV3GK 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 9-9-9 1.65 • • OCZ OCZ3P1333LV3GK 3GB(3 x 1GB) SS - - 7-7-7 1.65 • • OCZ OCZ3G1333ULV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 8-8-8 1.65 • • OCZ OCZ3P13334GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7 1.8 • • • OCZ OCZ3P1333LV4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7 1.65 • • • OCZ OCZ3RPX1333EB4GK 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - - 1.85 • • OCZ OCZ3P1333LV6GK 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7 1.
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Crosshair IV Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR�� 3�� -1067MHz capability �� Vendor 2-22 Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Lable (Bios) Voltage DIMM socket support 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB SS MICRON D9KPT 7 - • • • Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFD 1GB SS MICRON D9JNL 7 - • • • Crucial CT12872BA1067.9FF 1GB SS MICRON D9KPT(ECC) 7 - • • • Crucial CT25664BA1067.
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2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clip outward. 2. Align a DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the DIMM matches the DIMM slot key on the socket. DIMM notch 1 2 DIMM slot key Unlocked retaining clip A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction.
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2.5 Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 2.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1.
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2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments IRQ 0 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Priority 1 2 – 12 13 14 15 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Standard function System Timer Keyboard Controller Redirect to IRQ#9 Communications Port (COM1)* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* Reserved Reserved System CMOS/Real Time Clock IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* Reserved Numeric Data Processor Primary IDE Channel * These IRQs are usually available for PCI devices.
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2.5.4 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. 2.5.5 PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard has five PCI Express x16 slots that support PCI Express x16 cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot.
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CrossLinx 3 Technology With CrossLinx 3 technology, Crosshair IV Extreme users gain the ability to mix and match multiple graphics cards from both NVIDIA and ATI, including models of different GPU generations. This technology uses the HYDRALOGIX engine, which bridges various graphics cards to enable their simultaneous usage. By removing compatibility hurdles, CrossLinx 3 makes it possible to experiment with different configurations of graphics cards for maximum performance.
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Single VGA configurations VGA slot Bandwidth Single VGA PCIE_X16_1 X16 mode Other cards PCIE_X16/X1_3 X16 mode with without HYDRALOGIX HYDRALOGIX N/A N/A Dual VGA configurations VGA slot Bandwidth 1st VGA PCIE_X16_1 X16 mode 2nd VGA PCIE_X16/X1_3 X16 mode Other cards PCIE_X8/X4_5 x4 mode VGA slot Bandwidth 1st VGA PCIE_X16_1 X16 mode 2nd VGA PCIE_X16/X8/ X1_4 X16 mode Other cards PCIE_X16/X1_2 X16 mode with without HYDRALOGIX HYDRALOGIX N/A Native CrossFireX with w
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Quad VGA configurations VGA slot Bandwidth 1st VGA PCIE_X16_1 X16 mode 2nd VGA PCIE_X16/X1_2 X16 mode 3rd VGA PCIE_X16/X8/ X1_4 X8 mode 4th VGA PCIE_X8/X4_5 X8 mode Other cards PCIE_X16/X1_3 X1 mode • • • • with without HYDRALOGIX HYDRALOGIX N/A CrossFireX The PCIE slots 1 and 3 are supported by AMD890FX (for ATI CrossFireX only) and slots 2, 4, and 5 by HYDRALOGIX (for both ATI CrossFireX and nVIDIA SLI). Refer to page 2-27 for the slot location.
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Notes for enabling HYDRALOGIX • HYDRALOGIX should only be enabled when using : i. ii. iii. Supported graphic cards. Supported graphic driver revisions Supported applications / games • No bridge is required to enable HYDRALOGIX. • HYDRALOGIX support is only available under Windows VISTA SP2 or later and Windows 7 operating system. 2-30 • It is highly recommended to use three identical cards when testing tri-GPU configuration with HYDRALOGIX. • HYDRALOGIX only support for Full Screen Mode.
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2.6 1. Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3.
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2.7 RC Bluetooth card RC Bluetooth card layout 3 1 2 1. Antenna: Receives the Bluetooth signal. The plastic cap on the antenna protects it from possible damage. 2. Bluetooth Switch: Toggles the RC Bluetooth function ON and OFF. When the RC Bluetooth is OFF, the normal Bluetooth connection is still available. 3. Bluetooth Connector: Connects the RC_BLUETOOTH connector on the motherboard. RC Bluetooth card installation 1. Locate the RC_Bluetooth connector on the motherboard. 2.
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2.8 I/O shield Installation 1. Install the I/O shield to the chassis by snapping it in place from inside. 2. Orient the motherboard and install it to the chassis. Ensure that the motherboard external ports fit the I/O openings. Be cautious when installing the motherboard. The I/O shield edge springs may damage the I/O ports. The photos above are for reference only, the actual I/O shield may differ by models.
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2.9 Connectors 2.9.1 Rear panel connectors Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) 8. External SATA port 2. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 9. Optical S/PDIF Out port 3. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 10. External SATA port 4. LAN (RJ-45) port* 11. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 5. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 12. ROG Connect switch 6. Clear CMOS switch 13. ROG Connect port 7. IEEE 1394a port 14. Audio ports To use hot-plug, set the Controller Mode in the BIOS settings to [AHCI] mode.
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* LAN port LED indications Activity/Link Speed LED Description OFF OFF Soft-off Mode Yellow Blinking OFF During Power ON/OFF Yellow Blinking ORANGE 100 Mbps connection Yellow Blinking GREEN 1 Gbps connection 2.9.2 Activity/ Speed Link LED LED LAN port ROG Connect switch and RC Bluetooth switch ROG Connect switch The ROG Connect function allows you to monitor and control remotely with the other computer through the provided ROG Connect cable.
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RC Bluetooth switch The RC Bluetooth function allows you to control your system wirelessly through your mobile smartphone. To use RC Bluetooth 1. Install the application from the motherboard support DVD to your mobile phone. 2. Ensure that the Bluetooth function of your mobile phone is activated. 3. Press the RC Bluetooth switch. 4. Search the available Bluetooth-enabled devices nearby and add RC_ Bluetooth. 5. Pair your mobile phone and the system and start using RC Bluetooth function.
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2.9.
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Connect to Stereo / 2.1-channel Speakers Connect to 4.1-channel Speakers Connect to 5.
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Connect to 7.
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2.9.4 Internal connectors 1. �� AMD SB850 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA 1-6 [red]) �� These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA hard disk drives and optical disc drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the onboard AMD® SB850 RAID controllers. 2-40 • These connectors are set to Standard IDE mode by default.
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2. JMicron® JMB363 Serial ATA connectors (7-pin SATA_ODD1, SATA_ODD2 [grey]) These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables for Serial ATA optical disk drives. 3. ROG connector (3-pin ROG) This connector is for the box (labeled as Republic of Gamers) on the heatpipe assembly. Connect the cable of the box and it lights when the system is on.
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4. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910, USB1112) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cables to these connectors, then install the modules to slots opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors.
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5. OC station connector (8-pin OC_Station) This connector is for ASUS OC Station connection only. Connect �� one end of the supplied data cable to the GP connector on the OC Station and the other end to this connector and USB910 on the motherboard to enjoy easier overclocking. 6. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2) This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port.
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7. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin PWR_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1–3, 4-pin OPT_FAN1–3) The fan connectors support cooling fans of 350 mA–2000 mA (24 W max.) or a total of 1 A–7 A (84 W max.) at +12V. Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
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9. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3) These connectors are for temperature monitoring. Connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices which you want to monitor temperature. The optional fan1/2/3 can work with the temperature sensors for a better cooling effect. Enable OPT FAN1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you connect thermal sensor cables to these connectors.
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10. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard.
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12. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V, 4-pin EZ_PLUG_1/2) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 600 W.
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13. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector.
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14. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. To install the ASUS Q-Connector: 1. Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to know the detailed pin definitions, and then match them to their respective front panel cable labels. The labels on the front panel cables may vary depending on the chassis model. 2.
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2.9.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to wake/power up the system. 2. Reset switch Press the reset switch to reboot the system.
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3. GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! or press it to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. BIOS button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Press the BIOS button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using.
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5. Core Unlocker switch This switch allows you to unlock the extra cores of your CPU. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. 2-52 • You may also press <4> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) or enable the ASUS Core Unlocker item in the BIOS menu to activate the Core Unlocker function. • The system will use the last setting you have made.
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6. PCIe x16 Lane switch These slide switches allows you to enable and disable the corresponding PCIe x16 slots. When one of the installed PCIe x16 cards is out of order, you can use the slide switch to find out the faulty one without removing the cards.
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2.9.6 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt feature provides a nice touch for your convenient and accurate OC settings. No time wasted fumbling around on the complicated motherboard layout, the clearly marked area gives you easier access to the measure points when a multitester is employed for more accurate measurements during your busy overclocking work. Refer to the following illustration for ProbeIt location.
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2.10 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: 6. a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
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2.11 Turning off the computer 2.11.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows® Vista™/ Windows® 7: 1. Click the Start button then select Shut Down. 2. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. If you are using Windows® XP: 1. Click the Start button then select Turn Off Computer. 2. Click the Turn Off button to shut down the computer. 3. The power supply should turn off after Windows® shuts down. 2.11.
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This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
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Chapter summary 3.1 3 Managing and updating your BIOS............................................. 3-1 3.2 BIOS Setup program..................................................................... 3-6 3.4 Main menu................................................................................... 3-16 3.3 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 Extreme Tweaker menu................................................................ 3-9 Advanced menu..........................................................................
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3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) Setup. ASUS Update (Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment.) 1. ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a USB flash disk.) 2. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 3. Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities.
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Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 3-2 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Select Update BIOS from the Internet option from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select.
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4. From the FTP site, select the BIOS version that you wish to download. Click Next. 5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate.
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3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a DOS‑based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing + during the Power-On Self Tests (POST). Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1.
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3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.
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3.2 BIOS Setup program This motherboard supports two programmable firmware chips that you can update using the provided utility described in section 3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS. Use the BIOS Setup program when you are installing a motherboard, reconfiguring your system, or prompted to “Run Setup.” This section explains how to configure your system using this utility. Even if you are not prompted to use the Setup program, you can change the configuration of your computer in the future.
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3.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items. 3.2.5 Submenu items A solid triangle before each item on any menu screen means that the iteam has a submenu. To display the submenu, select the item and press . 3.2.6 Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items.
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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 can cause the system to malfunction. The default values of the following items vary depending on the CPU and memory modules you install on the motherboard.
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3.3.1 CPU Level Up [Auto] Allows you to select a CPU level, and the related parameters will be automatically adjusted according to the selected CPU level. If you want to manually configure the settings in detail, set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. 3.3.2 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows selection of CPU overclocking options to achieve desired CPU internal frequency.
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3.3.7 CPU/NB Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between NB clock and the CPU Bus frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] 3.3.8 HT Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to set the HyperTransport link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [200MHz] [400MHz] [600MHz] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [1200MHz] [1400MHz] [1600MHz] [1800MHz] [2000MHz] 3.3.
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DRAM 2nd Information: 7-2-5-4-3-110-7.
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Processor ODT 60ohms [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [240 ohms +/- 20%] [240 ohms +/- 20%] DCT1 Information: CKE drive strength 2x [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x] CS/ODT drive strength 2x [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x] ADDR/CMD drive strength 2x [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x] MEMCLK drive strength 1.5x [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.75x] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] Data drive strength 1.
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CPU Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU voltage. This item appears only when you set CPU/NB Voltage Mode to [Manual]. The values range varies with CPU. CPU/NB Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU/NB voltage. This item appears only when you set CPU/ NB Voltage Mode to [Manual]. The values range varies with CPU. 3.3.13 CPU PWR Frequency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [200KHz] [300KHz] [400KHz] [500KHz] 3.3.14 CPU VDDA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU VDDA voltage.
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3.3.20 VDDR Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VDDR voltage. The values range from 1.20575V to 1.80200V with a 0.01325V interval. The �� text color in the configuration field indicates voltage condition. 3.3.21 VDDPCIE Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VDDPCIE voltage. The values range from 1.113000V to 2.000750V with a 0.01325V interval.
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3.4 Main menu When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system information. Refer to section 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen for information on the menu screen items and how to navigate through them.
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3.4.4 SATA 1–6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press to display the SATA device information. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Main SATA 1 Device :Hard Disk Vendor :HDT722516DLA380 Size :164.
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PIO Mode [Auto] [Auto] Allows automatic selection of the PIO (Programmed input/output) modes, which correspond to different data transfer rates. [0] [1] – [4] Set the PIO mode to Mode 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4. DMA Mode [Auto] DMA (Direct Memory Access) allows your computer to transfer data to and from the hardware devices installed with much less CPU overhead. The DMA mode consists of SDMA (single-word DMA), MDMA (multi-word DMA), and UDMA (Ultra DMA).
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3.4.5 Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the SATA devices installed in the system. Select an item then press if you want to configure the item. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Main Storage Configuration OnChip SATA Speed OnChip SATA Channel SATA Port1 - Port4 SATA Port1 - Port4 [Auto] [Enabled] [IDE] [IDE] Version 0243 For the better HDD compatibility please set SB850 SATA speed to [SATA 3.0Gb/s] to support SATA 3.
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SATA Port5 - Port6 [IDE] [IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. [RAID] Set to [RAID] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advabced Host Controller Interface).
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3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Version 0243 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration PCIPnP LED Control iROG Configuration EC Information ROG Connect Configure CPU. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.
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Microcode Updation [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows the system to update the Microcode automatically, enhancing system performance. Disables this function. Secure Virtual Machine Mode [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the AMD Secure Virtual Machine mode. Disables this function. Cool‘n’Quiet [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the AMD Cool’n’Quiet function. Disables this function. C1E Support [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the C1E support function.
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3.5.2 Chipset The Chipset menu allows you to change the advanced chipset settings. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu.
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ECC Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY�� Version 0243 Advanced ECC Configuration ECC Mode DRAM ECC Enable DRAM SCRUB REDIRECT 4-Bit ECC Mode DRAM BG Scrub Data Cache BG Scrub L2 Cache BG Scrub L3 Cache BG Scrub [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [1.31ms] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] Set the level of ECC protection.
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L2 Cache BG Scrub [Disabled] Disables or sets the L2 Cache BG Scrub. This item allows the cache RAM to be corrected when idle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [40ns] [80ns] [160ns] [320ns] [640ns] [1.28us] [2.56us] [5.12us] [10.2us] [20.5us] [41.0us] [81.9us] [163.8us] [327.7us] [655.4us] [1.31ms] [2.62ms] [5.24ms] [10.49ms] [20.97ms] [42.00ms] [84.00ms] L3 Cache BG Scrub [Disabled] Disables or sets the L3 Cache BG Scrub. This item allows the cache RAM to be corrected when idle.
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3.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Advanced Onboard Device Configuration Onboard Device [Standard] HD Audio Azalia Device Front Panel Type SPDIF OUT Type Onboard LAN Onboard LAN Boot ROM Onboard 1394 Controller Onboard ATA Controller 1 Onboard ATA Controller 2 Onboard ATA Controller ROM Onboard USB 3.
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Onboard ATA Controller 2 [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the onboard ATA controller of SATA_ODD1/2. [Enabled] Enables the onboard ATA controller of SATA_ODD1/2. Onboard ATA Controller ROM [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard ATA controller ROM. [Disabled] Disables the onboard ATA controller ROM. Onboard USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the onboard USB 3.0 Controller. Disables the controller.
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3.5.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Advanced USB Configuration Version 0243 Enable support for all USB ports. Module Version - 2.24.5-13.4 USB Devices Enabled: 1 Drive USB Support Legacy USB Support USB 2.
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3.5.5 PCIPnP The PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Advanced BIOS Setup UTILITY Advanced PCI/PnP Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Plug And Play O/S NO: lets the BIOS configure all the devices in the system.
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The following items appear only when you set All LED Control to [Enabled]. ROG Logo [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard ROG logo LED. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] POST State LEDs [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard POST State LEDs. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Voltiminder LED [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Voltiminder LED.
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3.5.7 iROG Configuration Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Advanced iROG Configuration iROG Timer Keeper System will record using time every 1 minute iROG ID_Number Information iROG_1 ID_Number: 39 iROG_2 ID_Number: 8 iROG_2 ID_Number: 4 iROG Timer Keeper Current Operation time: Version 0243 [Last State] Total Operation time: ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc.
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3.6 Power menu The Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Version 0243 Extreme Tweaker �� Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Suspend Mode Repost Video on S3 Resume ACPI 2.0 Support ACPI APIC Support [Auto] [No] [Enabled] [Enabled] Select the ACPI state used for System Suspend.
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3.6.4 ACPI APIC Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). [Disabled] When set to [Disabled], the system disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the ACPI APIC table pointer is included in the RSDT pointer list. 3.6.
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Restore On AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. Power On By PCI/PCIE Devices [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the PCI/PCIE devices to generate a wake event. [Disabled] Disables the PCI/PCIE devices to generate a wake event.
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3.6.6 Hardware Monitor Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Advanced Hardware Monitor Voltage Monitor Temperature Monitor FAN Speed Monitor FAN Speed Control Version 0243 Voltage Monitor ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. Voltage Monitor CPU Voltage; CPU/NB Voltage; CPU VDDA Voltage; DRAM Voltage; HT Voltage; NB Voltage; SB Voltage; 3.
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Fan Speed Monitor CPU FAN; Power FAN; Chassis FAN1/2/3 Speed OPT FAN1/2/3 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan, chassis fan, power fan, and optional fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows [N/A]. These items are not user‑configurable.
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Chassis Q-Fan Function [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the CPU fan controller. [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-fan controller. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-fan controller. The following two items appear when you enable the CPU Fan Control feature. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [200 RPM] Allows you to set the low speed limit of the chassis fan and the system sends warning message when the fan speed drops below the set value.
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OPT Fan 1/2/3 Duty [60%] Allows you to set the fan duty cycle. This item appears when the OPTFan1/2 Control item is set to [Duty Mode]. Configuration options: [40%] [50%] [60%] [70%] [80%] [90%] OPT Fan 1/2/3 Low Speed Temp [25˚C] Allows you to set the temperature at which the power fan rotates at low speed. This item appears when the OPTFan1/2 Control item is set to [User Mode].
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3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Version 0243 Extreme Tweaker �� Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Boot Settings Boot Device Priority A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B: ) may appear when you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device.
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3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Boot Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot Full Screen Logo AddOn ROM Display Mode Bootup Num-Lock Wait for ‘F1’ If Error Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display [Enabled] [Enabled] [Force BIOS] [On] [Enabled] [Enabled] Version 0243 Allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to boot the system. Quick Boot [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Quick Boot function.
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3.7.3 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Select an item then press to display the configuration options. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password :Not Installed :Not Installed Version 0243 to change password.
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After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Boot Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password :Installed :Installed Change Supervisor Password User Access Level Change User Password Password Check Version 0243 to change password. again to disabled password.
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3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the sub-menu. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Version 0243 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Press ENTER to run the utility to select and update BIOS. This utility supports 1. FAT 12/16/32 (r/w) 2. NTFS (read only) 3. CD-DISC (read only) ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS O.C.
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3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Tools O.C. PROFILE Configuration O.C. O.C. O.C. O.C. O.C. O.C. O.C. O.C. Profile Profile Profile Profile Profile Profile Profile Profile 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Status Status Status Status Status Status Status Status : : : : : : : : Not Not Not Not Not Not Not Not Add Your CMOS Profile. Name: Save To: Load CMOS Profiles.
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ASUSTek O.C. Profile Utility V2.18 Current CMOS BOARD: Crossfire IV Extreme VER: 0243 (H:00 B:06) DATE: 07/14/2010 Restore CMOS BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: Note [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [B] Backup [Esc] Exit • This function supports devices such as a USB flash disk (FAT 32/16 format) or a floppy disk with single partition only.
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3.8.3 GO Button File This menu allows you to set the GO Button files, and load the desired GO Button file. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Tools GO Button File Enable or Disable Frequency Controller Current Settings CPU BUS Frequency: 133MHz PCIE Frequency: 100MHz CPU Voltage: 1.144V CPU/NB Voltage: 1.085V CPU VDDA Voltage: 2.527V DRAM Voltage: 1.601V HT Voltage: 1.217V NB Voltage: 1.
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3.8.4 BIOS FlashBack Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Tools BIOS Status Version 0243 BIOS2 Now BIOS Status : BIOS1 Switch BIOS Boot from BIOS2 ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. Switch BIOS Boot from BIOS2 Press to change the BIOS ROM for booting.
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3.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Crossfire IV Extreme BIOS Setup Version 0243 Main Extreme Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit Options Exit & Save Changes Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Exit system Setup after saving the changes. F10 key can be used for this operation.
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This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software.
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Chapter summary 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4 Installing an operating system.................................................... 4-1 Support DVD information............................................................. 4-1 Software information.................................................................... 4-8 RAID configurations................................................................... 4-15 Creating a RAID driver disk........................................................
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4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/64-bit �� XP/Vista/7�� operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware. 4.2 • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
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4.2.2 Drivers menu The drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard Launches the ASUS InstAll driver installation wizard. AMD Cool’n’Quiet Driver (only available in Windows XP OS) Installs the AMD® Cool’n’Quiet driver. AMD Chipset Driver Installs the AMD® chipset driver. Realtek Audio Driver Installs the Realtek® audio driver and application.
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4.2.3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. ASUS InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all of the utilities through the Installation Wizard. Anti-Virus Utility The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View the online help for detailed information. Lucid Driver Installs the Lucid driver. ASUS AI Suite II Installs the ASUS AI Suite II.
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4.2.4 Make disk menu The Make disk menu contains items to create the AMD AHCI/RAID 32/64bit driver disk. AMD AHCI/RAID 32/64bit Driver Allows you to create an Intel® AHCI/RAID driver disk. 4.2.5 Manual menu The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of the user manual. Most user manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader from the Utilities menu before opening a user manual file.
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4.2.6 Video menu Click the Video tab to display a list of video clips. Click the video titles to watch ROG users’ outstanding performances with ROG motherboards. 4.2.7 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide.
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4.2.8 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format.
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Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format.
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4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 4.3.1 ASUS AI Suite II ASUS AI Suite II allows you to launch several ASUS utilities easily. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II on your computer: 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive.
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4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to overclock your system effectively. �� After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main window. Using Manual Mode Manual Mode allow you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in WIndows® environment and takes effect in realtime without exiting and rebooting the OS.
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Using CPU Level Up The CPU Level Up allows you to overclock immediately with OC profile presets in WIndows® environment without the hassle of entering BIOS. Move the pointer to level up your CPU and click Apply to use the new CPU frequency configuration.
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4.3.3 FAN Xpert FAN Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures and your PC’s system loading. The various fan profiles offer flexible controls of fan speeds to achieve a quiet and cool system environment. Launching FAN Xpert After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert by clicking Tool > Fan Xpert on the AI Suite II main window.
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4.3.4 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Because Probe II is software-based, you can start monitoring your computer the moment you turn it on. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition.
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Setting preference Click Preference on the top to customize Probe II, including detection cycle, and temperature display unit. Checking Alert Log Click Alert Log on the top to check the log. Click Clear to reset the log if needed.
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4.3.5 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the change in your system including voltage, temperature and fan speed. You can also browse the history record. Launching Sensor Recorder After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch PC Probe II by clicking Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main window. Using Sensor Recorder Select and click the tabs on the top to switch to the monitor panel.
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4.4 RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the AMD® SB850 chipset that allows you to configure Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10. 4.4.1 • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows® XP SP2 or later versions.
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4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. 4.4.
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4.4.4 AMD® Option ROM Utility To enter the AMD ��® Option �� ROM utility: 1. Boot up your computer. 2. During POST, press + to display the utility main menu. Option ROM Utility (c) 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [ Main Menu ] View Drive Assignments .......[ 1 ] LD View / LD Define Menu ......[ 2 ] Delete LD Menu ...............[ 3 ] Controller Configuration ......[ 4 ] [ Keys Available ] Press 1..
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Creating a RAID volume To create a RAID volume: 1. In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the LD View / LD Define Menu function. 2. Press + , and the following screen appears. Option ROM Utility (c) 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Deleting a RAID configuration Take caution when deleting a RAID volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID volume. To delete a RAID volume: 1. In the Main Menu, press <3> to enter the Delete LD function. 2. Select the RAID item you want to delete and press ~~or + . Option ROM Utility (c) 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.~~
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4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing Windows® XP operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. For Windows® Vista or later operating systems, use either a USB flash drive with the RAID driver or the support DVD. 4.5.1 • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk.
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4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation If you use a SATA optical drive to run the OS installation disk, we strongly recommend that you install the optical dirve to the SATA connectors 5/6 and set them to [Native IDE] mode. To install the RAID driver for Windows® XP 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. Press , and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive.
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4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation. To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. Refer to the steps below: 1. Using another computer, plug the USB floppy disk drive, and insert the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. 2.
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7. Use Notepad to open the file. 8. Find the [HardwareIds.SCSI.Napa_i386_ahci8086] and [HardwareIds.SCSI.Napa_amd64_ahci] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. 9. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.SCSI.Napa_i386_ahci8086] id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4392&CC_0104”,”ahcix86” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4391&CC_0106”,”ahcix86” id= “PCI\VEN_1002&DEV_4393&CC_0104”,”ahcix86” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.SCSI.
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This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to when configuring the motherboard.
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Chapter summary A.1 A.2 A.3 A.4 A HYDRALOGIX expected performance........................................A-1 HYDRALOGIX supported OS......................................................A-4 HYDRALOGIX supported graphic libraries...............................
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A.1 HYDRALOGIX expected performance N-Mode Game API 3DMark06 DX9 3DMark DX10 Vantage Heaven DX11 Benchmark 2.0: Unigine Metro2033 DX11 Aliens vs. Predator DX11 Settings Benchmark 19x12 AAx8 AF16 Benchmark Extreme Preset Benchmark 19x12 NO AA Normal Tessellation In-game 19x12 NO Save point AA Benchmark 19x12 NO AA Single GTX480 HYDRA HYDRA 15276 18885 124% 9792 16878 172% 27.2 48.23 177% 23.83 39.53 137% 36 65.
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A-Mode Game API 3DMark06 DX9 Settings Benchmark 19x12 AAx8 AF16 3DMark DX10 Benchmark Extreme Vantage Preset Heaven DX11 Benchmark 19x12 AAx8 Benchmark Extreme 2.0: Unigine Tessellation Street DX9 Benchmark 19x12 AAx8 Fighter IV Single HD 5870 CF HYDRA HYDRA / CF 15631 19361 19068 99% 9047 15120 15427 102% 15.13 27.25 27.44 101% 140.33 168.01 170.
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X-Mode Game API 3DMark06 DX9 Settings HYDRA HYDRA / 17848 18347 102% 9884 14211 144% 38.68 68.6 177% 28 40 143% 50.6 87.7 173% Single Single HD5870 GTX 480 card card Benchmark 19x12 NO 18005 AA AF16 3DMark DX10 Benchmark Extreme 9047 Vantage Preset Heaven DX11 Benchmark 19x12 NO 34.48 Benchmark AA Normal 2.0: Tessellation Unigine Metro2033 DX11 In-game 19x12 NO 24 Save point AA Aliens vs. DX11 In-game 19x12 NO 49.
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