Motherboard ROG ZENITH EXTREME
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... vi About this guide......................................................................................................... vii ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary.................................................... ix Package contents......................................................................................................
Chapter 3: Knowing BIOS............................................................................................. 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program................................................................................... 3-2 3.2.1 Advanced Mode........................................................................... 3-3 3.2.2 EZ Mode...................................................................................... 3-6 3.2.3 Q-Fan Control...................................................
Chapter 4: 4.1 RAID Support AMD RAID Array configurations................................................................ 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions........................................................................... 4-1 Appendix Notices ..................................................................................................................... A-1 ASUS contact information.......................................................................................
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.
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. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
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.
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary CPU Chipset AMD® SocketTR4 for AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. AMD® X399 AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors Memory -8xD IMM, max. 128GB, DDR4 3600(O.C) / 3200(O.C) / 2800(O.C) / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory* * Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors - 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (supports x16, x8+x8, x8+x4+x4, x4+x4+x4+x4)* - 2 x PCIe 3.
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary SupremeFX S1220 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - SupremeFX Shielding Technology Audio - Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-retasking - Optical S/PDIF out port at back panel ESS® SABRE9018Q2C High Definition DAC Audio Feature - Sonic Studio III - Sonic Radar III * Due
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary Extreme Engine Digi+ - MicroFine Alloy Choke - NexFET MOSFETs - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors ROG DIMM.2 extension card with two M.2 slots Pre-mounted IO Shield OC Zone - Start Button - Reset Button - Safe Boot Button - ReTry Button - LN2 Mode - Slow Mode switch - PCIe x16 lane switches ROG Exclusive Features UEFI BIOS features - Extreme Tweaker - Tweakers’ Paradise - ROG SSD Secure Erase - O.C.
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header supports additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports [via ROG_EXT header] 6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 1 x U.2 port 1 x DIMM.2 slot 1 x M.2 Socket 3 for M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (Supports PCIE 3.
ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG ZENITH EXTREME motherboard 1 x 3-in-1 thermistor cable 3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s Cables 1 x RGB LED extension cable Cables 1 x RGB Addressable LED extension cable 1 x Wafer cable 1 x ROG DIMM.2 Card 1 x ROG DIMM.2 fan stand pack 1 x SLI™ HB Bridge(2-way-L) 1 x 3-Way SLI™ bridge 1 x 4-Way SLI™ bridge 1 x ROG AREION 10G Ethernet Card 3 x M.
Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD® SocketTR4 CPU AMD® SocketTR4 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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Product Introduction Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: 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.
1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
Layout contents ROG ZENITH EXTREME Page 1-28 1-5 1-4 1-23 1-27 Chapter 1 Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots 1. Water Block connector (9 pin WB_SENSOR) 2. DDR4 DIMM slots 3. CPU SocketTR4 4. AURA RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) 5. DIMM.2 slot (DIMM.2_SLOT) 6. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 4-pin EZ_PLUG)) 7.
1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a SocketTR4 designed for the AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ processors. Chapter 1 The SocketTR4 has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the SocketTR4. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
1.1.4 System memory Chapter 1 The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot.
Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Chapter 1 1-6 • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the quad channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
1.1.5 Expansion slots Slot No. Chapter 1 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors VGA Configuration Single VGA Chapter 1 PCI Express 3.0 operating mode 3-Way SLI™/ SLI™/CFX CFX 4-Way SLI™/ CFX PCIe x16_1 x16 x16 x16 x16 PCIe x8_2 N/A N/A x8 x8 PCIe x16_3 N/A x16 x16 x16 PCIe x8/x4_4 N/A N/A N/A x8* * The PCIE_X8/X4_4 slot shares bandwidth with U.2. In 4-Way configuration, if the PCIE_X8/X4_4 is used in x8 mode, U.2 port will be disabled.
1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches 1. Chapter 1 Onboard buttons and 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. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system.
3. Safe Boot button (SAFE_BOOT) Chapter 1 The Safe Boot button can be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. This button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining any overclocked settings allowing you to modify the settings causing boot failure. Use this button when overclocking or tweaking the settings of your system. 4.
5. Slow Mode Switch (SLOW_MODE) 6. Chapter 1 Slow Mode Switch is employed during LN2 benching. The system may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking, enabling slow mode will decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing overclockers to keep track of their overclocking data. RSVD switch (RSVD) This switch is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Ensure to set this switch to disabled, enabling this switch may cause system failure.
7. PCIe x16 Lane switch (PCIEX16_SW) 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 the faulty one without removing the cards.
1.1.7 1. Jumper LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) ROG ZENITH EXTREME Chapter 1 With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully.
1.1.8 1. Onboard LEDs Q LEDs (CPU, DRAM, VGA, BOOT) Chapter 1 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 remains lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. The order which the LEDs light up may vary per CPU.
3. CPU Status LED (CPU_STATUS) Chapter 1 This LED will indicate the current status of your CPU. A red light indicates that the CPU is not ready to boot, and the LED will turn off once the problem is solved. This userfriendly design helps you quickly identify whether your CPU is ready to boot or not.
1.1.9 Internal connectors 1. AMD Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; SATA 6G_34; SATA 6G_56) ® Chapter 1 These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® X399 chipset. 1-16 • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default.
2. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Chapter 1 This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. 3. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_1) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.
4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U31G1_910; 20-1 pin U31G1_1112) Chapter 1 These connectors allow you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately.
5. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1314) Chapter 1 This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1 x USB 2.0 port (USB1314) at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. 6.
7. CPU, CPU optional, high amp, water pump+, extension, cover, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin H_AMP_FAN; 4-pin W_ PUMP+; 3-pin COV_FAN; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2) Chapter 1 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. 1-20 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.
8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 4-pin EZ_PLUG)) Chapter 1 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. Ensure to connect both 8-pin power plugs. A red LED located to the right of the 8-pin power plug will light up if the 8-pin power plug is not connected.
9. System panel connectors (10-1 pin F_PANEL; 4-pin SPEAKER) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 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 HDD_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED.
10. LED connectors (8-pin LED_CON2; 13-pin LED_CON3) Chapter 1 These connectors are for connecting LED strips on your cover. 11. AURA RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) These connectors are for RGB LED strips. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
12. Addressable RGB header (4-1 pin ADD_HEADER) This connector is for individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. Chapter 1 The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and a maximum of 60 LEDs. Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
13. OLED connector (9-pin OLED_HEADER) 14. • Use the ROG LiveDash Utility to configure and customize the OLED panel. • The LiveDash OLED provides the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. Chapter 1 This connector is used to connect your LiveDash OLED panel. The OLED panel provides you a quick overview of the system temperature, power status, and fan speeds when your system boots up. You can also upload a .
15. U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. Chapter 1 The U.2 connector shares bandwidth with the PCIE_X8/X4_4 slot . Adjust the BIOS settings to use U.2 devices. 16. M.2 sockets (M.2_1(Socket 3)) This socket allows you to install an M.2 SSD module. For AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors, the M.2(SOCKET3) supports PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices. The M.
17. DIMM.2 slot (DIMM.2_SLOT) Chapter 1 This socket allows you to install the bundled DIMM.2 card to connect M.2 SSD modules. • Before you install or remove the DIMM.2 card, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard or DIMM.2 card. • The DIMM.2 card is notched to fit in only one orientation. Ensure that the notch on your card is aligned correctly with the DIMM.
18. Water in, water out, and water flow connectors (2-pin W_IN; 2-pin W_OUT; 3-pin W_FLOW) Chapter 1 These connectors allow you to connect sensors to monitor the temperature and flow rate of your liquid cooling system. You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to optimize the thermal efficiency of your liquid cooling system. 19.
20. ROG extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) Chapter 1 This connector is for the OC Panel I/II. • The OC Panel I/II is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I/II varies over different platforms. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list.
1.1.10 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your system’s current voltage and OC settings. Use a multimeter to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. Chapter 1 See the illustration below to locate the respective ProbeIt points. Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to the motherboard as shown on the following figure. The illustration above is for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points may differ by model.
Chapter 2: 2 Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation Chapter 2 The AMD® SocketTR4 is compatible with AMD® SocketTR4 processors. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the SocketTR4. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
Remove the external cap. External cap B B A A 2 2 Rail frame 3 3 C C D 1 PnP cap Chapter 2 Slide the carrier frame with CPU into the rail frame until you hear a click sound, then remove the PnP cap. D 1 A Carrier frame with CPU B PnP cap Gently press down the rail frame C housing, until it latches to the socket then press down the load plate.
C Drive the three screws slightly into the holes in sequence 1>2>3, just enough to attach the load plate to the socket. When the A three screws are attached, tighten them in B sequence 1>2>3 to completely secure the load plate. Then apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU. B B C 2 3 A D 1 Chapter 2 The load plate screws are Torx T20 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended.
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Motherboard installation 1. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. 2. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 2.1.3 DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
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2.1.5 ATX power connection Chapter 2 AND Ensure to connect both 8-pin power plugs. 2.1.
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector USB 3.1 Gen 2 Chapter 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.
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To install FAN EXTENSION CARD Chapter 2 The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models.
2.1.9 M.2 installation 1 1 1 Chapter 2 2 3 4 5 8 8 8 7 6 Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard.
2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi and ASUS Wi-Fi 802.11ad(WiGig) antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the top two Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis, then connect the Wi-Fi 802.11ad(WiGig) antenna to the bottom Wi-Fi port. Chapter 2 ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi antenna ASUS Wi-Fi 802.11ad(WiGig) antenna • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi and ASUS Wi-Fi 802.11ad(WiGig) antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.
2.2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port (the USB port hole marked in green on the I/O shield) then press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds to automatically update the BIOS. To use USB BIOS Flashback: 1. Insert a USB storage device to the USB Flashback port. 2. Visit https://www.asus.
2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Clear CMOS button (CLR_CMOS). Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 2. Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ad, Bluetooth V4.1 ports 3. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 5, 6, 7, and 8. 4. LAN (RJ-45) port* 5. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 1, 2. Upper port supports the KeyBot II feature, and lower port supports USB BIOS Flashback function. 6. USB 3.
* LAN ports LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.
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Connect to 4-channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.
2.4 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure 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 storage devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
3.2.1 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details.
Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration. Main For changing the basic system configuration Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Chipset For changing the configuration of the chipsets.
EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website.
3.2.2 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for the advanced BIOS settings. To switch from Advanced Mode to EZ Mode, click EZ Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. Displays the system properties of the selected mode.
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The Q-Fan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans.
Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Chapter 3 3-8 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’ operating speed. 3. Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit (ESC).
3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and CPU fan to their best settings. OC Setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next.
4. Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I’m not sure, then click Next. 5. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning.
3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ROG ZENITH EXTREME Chapter 3 My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items.
Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: from the BIOS screen to open 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel Delete all favorite items Recover to default favorite items 3. Select an item from main menu panel, then click the submenu that you want to save as or press on your keyboard.
3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. 3.5 • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.3.
Custom CPU Core Ratio This item allows you to set a custom CPU core ratio. The CPU core ratio is calculated with the formula: 2 * FID / DID. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following items appear only when you set the Custom CPU Core Ratio to [Manual]. FID This item allows you to set the core frequency multiplier. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value. DID This item allows you to set the core frequency divisor. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value.
3.6.3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. SATA Port Enable This item allows you to enable or disable the SATA Device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA Mode This item allows you to set the SATA configuration. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface).
SB PCIE Link Mode This item allows you to set the Southbridge link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [GEN 1] [GEN 2] PCIEX16_1 Bandwidth [X16 Mode] The PCIe x16_1 slot runs at x16 mode. [PCIe RAID Mode] The four PCIe x16 slots run at x4+x4+x4+x4 mode, which allows you to create a RAID array for up to 4 PCIe devices. Use PCIe RAID Mode when installing the Hyper M.2 x16 card or other M.2 adapter cards. Installing other devices when using PCIe RAID Mode may cause your PC to fail to boot up.
USB Type C Power Switch for U31G2_1 [Auto] The system will automatically detect your USB Type C devices and provide suitable power if needed. [Enabled] The USB Type C port will always provide power to your devices. USB Type C Power Switch for U31G2_EC1 [Auto] The system will automatically detect your USB Type C devices and provide suitable power if needed. [Enabled] The USB Type C port will always provide power to your devices.
3.6.5 APM Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set system wake and sleep settings. ErP Ready This item allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options are switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)] Restore On AC Power Loss This item allows your system to go to ON state, OFF state, or both states after an AC power loss.
3.6.9 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The Mass Storage Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Your system supports the USB devices in legacy operating systems. [Disabled] Your USB devices can be used for BIOS setup only and cannot be recognized in the boot devices list. [Auto] Your system automatically detects the presence of USB devices at startup.
3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed. The following item appears only when you set the Fast Boot to [Enabled]. Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss.
Boot from Storage Devices This item allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Ignore] [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices This item allows you to select the type of PCI-E/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch.
3.9.2 Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing. Secure Erase completely and safely cleans your SSD, restoring it to factory performance levels. Secure Erase is only available in AHCI mode. Ensure to set the SATA mode to AHCI. Click Advanced > SATA Configuration > SATA Mode > AHCI. To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Secure Erase is only supported on selected SATA SSDs, and cannot erase NVMe storage devices.
3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Load from Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version.
3.9.6 Graphics Card Information This item displays the information about the graphics card installed in your system. GPU Post This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. 3.10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.
3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet. To update the BIOS by USB: Chapter 3 3-26 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press . 2.
• This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 USB drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support USB drive 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 https://www.asus.
Chapter 4: RAID Support RAID Support 4.1 AMD RAID Array configurations 4 The motherboard comes with the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility that supports Volume, RAIDABLE, RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 (depends on system licensing) configurations. For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support. 4.1.
Chapter 4 4-2 Chapter 4: RAID Support
Appendix Appendix Appendix 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. • 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.
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Appendix This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
REACH Appendix Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Appendix Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
ROG ZENITH EXTREME Pojednostavljena EU Izjava o sukladnosti ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ovim izjavljuje da je ovaj uređaj sukladan s bitnim zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama direktive 2014/53/EU. Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.
הצהרת תאימות רגולטורית מקוצרת עבור האיחוד אירופי מצהירה בזאת כי מכשיר זה תואם לדרישות החיוניותASUSTek Computer Inc. ניתן לקרוא את הנוסח.2014/53/EU ולשאר הסעיפים הרלוונטיים של תקנה :המלא של הצהרת התאימות הרגולטורית עבור האיחוד האירופי בכתובת https://www.asus.
AT BE BG CZ DK EE FR DE IS IE IT EL ES CY LV LI LT LU HU MT NL NO PL PT RO SI SK TR FI SE CH UK HR Appendix Спрощена декларація про відповідність нормам ЄС ASUSTek Computer Inc. заявляє, що цей пристрій відповідає основним вимогам та іншим відповідним вимогам Директиви 2014 / 53 / EU. Повний текст декларації відповідності нормам ЄС доступний на https://www.asus.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Appendix Address Telephone Fax Web site 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +86-21-38429911 Fax +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# Online support https://www.asus.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Appendix Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Asus Computer International Responsible Party Name: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Address: Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG ZENITH EXTREME Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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