Asus MAXIMUS V EXTREME User Manual

MAXIMUS V EXTREME

Motherboard

E7459 First Edition

June 2012

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”).

Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modied or altered, unless such repair, modication of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the

product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS

OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.

SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.

Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or

copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identication or explanation and to the owners’ benet, without intent to infringe.

Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software

This product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License (“GPL”), under the Lesser General Public License Version (“LGPL”) and/or other Free Open Source Software Licenses. Such software in this product is distributed without any warranty to the extent permitted by the applicable law. Copies of these licenses are included in this product.

Where the applicable license entitles you to the source code of such software and/or other additional data, you may obtain it for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product, either

(1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment, which is dependent on the preferred carrier and the location

where you want to have it shipped to, by sending a request to:

ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Legal Compliance Dept. 15 Li Te Rd., Beitou, Taipei 112 Taiwan

In your request please provide the name, model number and version, as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you.

The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary/object code.

This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information. ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source

Software licenses. If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notication to the email address gpl@asus.com, stating the product and describing the problem (please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives, etc. to this email address).

Contents

Safety information ..................................................................................................... vii

About this guide ....................................................................................................... viii

MAXIMUS V EXTREME specications summary ..................................................... x

Package contents ...................................................................................................... xv

Installation tools and components ......................................................................... xvi

Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1

1.1 Special features..........................................................................................1-1

1.1.1 Product highlights

1.1.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features ...............

1.1.3 ASUS special features ................................................................

1.1.4 ROG-rich bundled software

1.2 Motherboard overview ...............................................................................

1.2.1 Before you proceed .....................................................................

1.2.2 Motherboard layout .....................................................................

1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ...................................................

1.2.4 System memory ........................................................................

1.2.5 Expansion slots .........................................................................

1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches

1.2.7 Jumpers ....................................................................................

1.2.8 Onboard LEDs ..........................................................................

1.2.9 Internal connectors

1.2.10 ProbeIt

....................................................................................... 1-52

........................................................................ 1-1

......................................................... 1-4

.................................................. 1-28

.................................................................... 1-41

1-2

1-4

1-6

1-7

1-9

1-10

1-25

1-31

1-32

Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-1

2.1 Building your PC system...........................................................................2-1

2.1.1 Motherboard installation ..............................................................

2.1.2 CPU installation

2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation ...............................

2.1.4 DIMM installation

2.1.5 ATX Power connection ................................................................

2.1.6 SATA device connection ..............................................................

2.1.7 Front I/O Connector ..................................................................

2.1.8 Expansion Card installation

2.1.9 mPCIe Combo installation

2.2 BIOS update utility ...................................................................................

2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback ................................................................

........................................................................... 2-4

......................................................................... 2-7

....................................................... 2-11

......................................................... 2-12

2-1

2-5

2-8

2-9

2-10

2-19

iii

2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections .............................................2-20

2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ..................................................................

2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ...............................................................

2.3.3 OC Key device installation ........................................................

2.4 Starting up for the rst time ....................................................................

2.5 Turning off the computer .........................................................................

2-20

2-21

2-25

2-28

Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-1

3.1 Knowing BIOS ............................................................................................3-1

3.2 BIOS setup program ..................................................................................

3.2.1 EZ Mode

...................................................................................... 3-3

3.2.2 Advanced Mode ..........................................................................

3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu .............................................................................

3.4 Main menu ................................................................................................

3.5 Advanced menu .......................................................................................

3.5.1 CPU Conguration ....................................................................

3.5.2 PCH Conguration ....................................................................

3.5.3 SATA Conguration ...................................................................

3.5.4 System Agent Conguration

3.5.5 Intel

Thunderbolt ...................................................................... 3-30

...................................................... 3-28

3.5.6 USB Conguration ....................................................................

3.5.7 Onboard Devices Conguration ................................................

3.5.8 APM ..........................................................................................

3.5.9 Network Stack ...........................................................................

3.6 Monitor menu ...........................................................................................

3.7 Boot menu ................................................................................................

3.8 Tools menu ...............................................................................................

3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............................................................

3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Prole .....................................................................

3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information .............................................................

3.8.4 GO Button File ..........................................................................

3.9 Exit menu ..................................................................................................

3.10 Updating BIOS ..........................................................................................

3.10.1 ASUS Update ............................................................................

3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ......................................................................

3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ..........................................................

3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater .................................................................

3-2

3-4

3-6

3-20

3-23

3-24

3-26

3-27

3-32

3-33

3-35

3-36

3-37

3-41

3-43

3-44

3-45

3-46

3-47

3-50

3-51

3-52

Chapter 4: Software support 4-1

4.1 Installing an operating system .................................................................4-1

4.2 Support DVD information ..........................................................................

4.2.1 Running the support DVD ...........................................................

4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals

.................................................. 4-2

4.3 Software information .................................................................................

4.3.1 AI Suite II

..................................................................................... 4-3

4.3.2 TurboV EVO ................................................................................

4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control ...................................................................

4.3.4 EPU ...........................................................................................

4.3.5 FAN Xpert 2

4.3.6 USB 3.0 Boost

............................................................................... 4-11

........................................................................... 4-16

4.3.7 Ai Charger+ ...............................................................................

4.3.8 USB Charger+ ...........................................................................

4.3.9 Probe II

...................................................................................... 4-20

4.3.10 Sensor Recorder .......................................................................

4.3.11 ASUS Update ............................................................................

4.3.12 MyLogo2 ...................................................................................

4.3.13 Audio congurations

4.3.14 ROG Connect

.................................................................. 4-25

............................................................................ 4-27

4.3.15 MemTweakIt ..............................................................................

4-1

4-3

4-4

4-7

4-10

4-17

4-18

4-21

4-23

4-24

4-29

Chapter 5: RAID support 5-1

5.1 RAID congurations ..................................................................................5-1

5.1.1 RAID denitions ..........................................................................

5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ...................................................

5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS ....................................................

5.1.4 Intel

5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk

Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ..................5-3

....................................................................... 5-8

5.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ..................

5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows

5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows

.................................... 5-8

OS installation ........ 5-9

5.2.4 Using a USB oppy disk drive ...................................................

5-1

5-2

5-8

5-10

Chapter 6: Multiple GPU support 6-1

6.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology ...............................................................6-1

6.1.1 Requirements ..............................................................................

6.1.2 Before you begin .........................................................................

6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards ................................

6.1.4 Installing three CrossFireX™ graphics cards ..............................

6.1.5 Installing four CrossFireX™ graphics cards ................................

6.1.6 Installing the device drivers .........................................................

6.1.7 Enabling the AMD

6.2 NVIDIA

SLI™ technology ......................................................................... 6-7

CrossFireX™ technology ............................. 6-5

6.2.1 Requirements ..............................................................................

6.2.2 Installing two SLI-ready graphics cards ......................................

6.2.3 Installing three SLI-ready graphics cards ....................................

6.2.4 Installing four SLI-ready graphics cards ......................................

6.2.5 Installing the device drivers .......................................................

6.2.6 Enabling the NVIDIA

SLI™ technology ................................... 6-10

6.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP ..............................................................................

6.3.1 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP .................................................

6.3.2 Setting up your display ..............................................................

6.3.3 Conguring LucidLogix Virtu MVP ............................................

6-1

6-2

6-3

6-4

6-5

6-7

6-8

6-9

6-10

6-12

6-13

6-14

Chapter 7: Intel® technologies 7-1

7.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies ................................. 7-1

7.1.1 Intel

7.1.2 Intel

7.1.3 Intel

Smart Response Technology ............................................. 7-3

Rapid Start Technology ...................................................... 7-4

Smart Connect Technology .............................................. 7-10

Appendices A-1

Notices .................................................................................................................... A-1

ASUS contact information ...................................................................................... A-5

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.

Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all

• power cables are unplugged.

Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices

• could interrupt the grounding circuit.

Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not

• sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service

• technician or your retailer.

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. Do not place the product in any area

• where it may become wet.

Place the product on a stable surface.

•

If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service

• technician or your retailer.

vii

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring 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.

• Chapter 2: Basic Installation

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components.

• Chapter 3: BIOS setup

This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.

• Chapter 4: Software support

This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software.

• Chapter 5: RAID support

This chapter describes the RAID congurations.

• Chapter 6: Multiple GPU technology support

This chapter describes how to install and congure multiple AMD® CrossFireX™ and

NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards.

• Chapter 7: Intel

This chapter tells how to install the Intel® 2012 desktop responsiveness technologies.

technologies

Where to nd more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty yers,

that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

viii

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.

Typography

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Italics

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign

<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

means that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.

names are linked with a plus sign (+).

MAXIMUS V EXTREME specications summary

CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5

/ Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Processors

Supports 22/32nm CPU

Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0

* The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU

types.

** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list

Chipset Intel® Z77 Express Chipset

Memory 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2800 (O.C.) / 2666(O.C.) /

2600(O.C.) / 2400 (O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) /

2000(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC,

un-buffered memory

Dual channel memory architecture

Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP)

Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of

individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors List)

for details.

Expansion slots 5 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots [red] (single at native x16, or

dual at x8/x8** mode, triple at x8/x16/x8, quad at x8/x16/x8/x8)

1 x PCI Express 2.0 x4 slot [black]

1 x mini-PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot*** on mPCIe Combo™ expansion

card

* Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0 speed.

** Native x8/x8 mode is enabled only when PCIE_x16/x8_1 and

PCIE_x8_2B slots are in use.

*** The mini-PCIe slot is pre-installed with a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module.

Thunderbolt VGA output support with max. resolution 2560 x 1600 @60Hz

Data transfer rate up to 10Gbps*

Daisy-chain up to 6 Thunderbolt devices

* Data transfer is disabled when PCI Express 2.0_x4 slot is running at 4x

speed.

VGA Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics support

Multi-VGA output support: Thunderbolt/DisplayPort/HDMI port

Supports Thunderbolt with max. resolution 2560 x 1600 @60Hz

Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution of 2560 x 1600 @60Hz

Supports HDMI with max. resolution of 1920 x 1200 @60Hz

Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D/Quick Sync Video/Clear Video HD

Technology/Insider™

Multi-GPU support Supports NVIDIA® 4-WAY SLI™/AMD CrossFireX™ Technology

Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology*

*LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system.

(continued on the next page)

MAXIMUS V EXTREME specications summary

Storage

Intel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support

- 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports [red]

- 3 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports [black]; 1 port at mid-board reserved

for eSATA***

- 1 x mSATA 3.0 Gb/s slot on mPCIe Combo™ expansion card

- Supports Intel Technology and Intel® Smart Connect Technology*

Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start

ASMedia® SATA 6Gb/s controller

- 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports [red]**

* Supports Intel® Core™ processors on Windows® 7 operating systems.

** These SATA ports are for data hard drives only. ATAPI devices are not

supported.

*** The 2-port USB 2.0 and eSATA module are bundled for eSATA port.

LAN 1 x Intel® Gigabit LAN Controller

Wireless Data Network Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz

* The module is pre-installed on the mPCIe Combo™ expansion card.

Bluetooth Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS

* The module is pre-installed on the mPCIe Combo™ expansion card.

Audio

Realtek® ALC898 7.1-Channel High Denition Audio CODEC

Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming, front panel jack-retasking

Blu-ray audio layer content protection

Optical S/PDIF input and output ports at back panel

USB

Intel® Z77 Express Chipset

- 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board [red]*, 2 ports at back panel [blue])

- 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 1 port reserved for ROG Connect [white], 4 ports at back panel)

ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller

- 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at back panel [blue], 2 ports at midboard [red])

* UASP standard on the Intel® native USB 3.0 only supports Windows® 8.

(continued on the next page)

MAXIMUS V EXTREME specications summary

ROG Exclusive Features ROG OC Key

Special Features ASUS EPU Engine

- OSD TweakIt

- OSD Monitor

mPCIe Combo™ (mPCIe/mSATA combo card)

ROG Connect

- RC Diagram

- RC Remote

- RC Poster

- GPU TweakIt

ROG Extreme Engine Digi+ II

- 8-phase CPU power

- 4-phase iGPU power

- 2-phase DRAM power

UEFI BIOS features

- ROG BIOS Print

- GPU.DIMM Post

ROG Extreme OC Kit

- Subzero Sense

- VGA Hotwire

- LN2 Mode

- Slow Mode

- PCIe x16 Lane switch

- EZ Plug

CPU Level Up

Probelt

iROG

Extreme Tweaker

USB BIOS Flashback

Loadline Calibration

ROG O.C. Prole

ASUS Wi-Fi GO!

ASUS Exclusive Features

- AI Suite II

- TurboV EVO

- USB 3.0 Boost

- Fan Xpert2

- AI Charger+

- USB Charger+

- Disk Unlocker

ASUS EZ DIY

- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

- ASUS EZ Flash 2

- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)

(continued on the next page)

xii

MAXIMUS V EXTREME specications summary

Special Features ASUS Q-Design

Back I/O Ports 1 x Thunderbolt port

Internal Connectors 2 x USB 3.0 connector (supports additional 4 USB 3.0 ports)

- ASUS Q-Code

- ASUS Q-Shield

- ASUS Q-Connector

- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)

- ASUS Q-Slot

- ASUS Q-DIMM

1 x Clear CMOS button

1 x ROG Connect On/Off button

4 x USB 2.0 (1 port for ROG Connect)

1 xPS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port

4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue]

1 x Optical S/PDIF IN

1 x Optical S/PDIF OUT

1 x HDMI port

1 x DisplayPort

1 x LAN (RJ45) port

5 x audio jacks

2 x USB 2.0 connectors (support additional 2 USB 2.0 ports)

6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors

3 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (1 for eSATA port)

1 x OC Key header

1 x ROG Connect switch header

2 x Subzero sense connectors

2 x VGA Hotwire header sets

2 x CPU fan connectors

3 x Chassis fan connectors

3 x Optional fan connectors

3 x Thermal sensor connectors

1 x 6-pin EZ Plug connector [black] (for PCIe slots)

1 x 4-pin EZ Plug connector [white] (for back I/O and PCIe slots)

1 x LN2 Mode header

1 x Slow mode switch

1 x START (Power-on) button

1 x RESET button

1 x GO button

1 x S/PDIF OUT header

1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP)

1 x System panel connector

(continued on the next page)

xiii

MAXIMUS V EXTREME specications summary

Internal Connectors 1 x mPCIe Combo™ header

15 x Probelt measurement points

7 x Probelt cable connectors

1 x 24-pin EATX power connector

1 x 8-pin EATX 12V power connector

1 x 4-pin EATX 12V power connector

Manageability WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE

BIOS Features 64Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5,

Software Drivers

Form Factor Extended ATX Form Factor, 12” x 10.7” (30.5cm x 27.2cm)

Specications are subject to change without notice.

ACPI2.0a Multi-language BIOS

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus

DAEMON Tools Pro Standard

ROG CPU-Z

Mem TweakIt

ASUS AI Suite II

ASUS WebStorage

ASUS Utilities

xiv

Package contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS V EXTREME

Cables 1 x ROG Connect cable

3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables

1 x 2-in-1 SATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables

1 x 2-in-1 RF cables

1 x 4-WAY SLI bridge

1 x 3-WAY SLI bridge

1 x SLI cable

1 x CrossFire cable

1 x Probelt cable set

1 x OC Key cable

Accessories I/O Shield

1 x OC Key

1 x mPCIe Combo card with dual band Wi-Fi / Bluetooth module

2 x dual band Wi-Fi Ring Moving Antenna

1 x 2-port USB 2.0 and eSATA module

1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label

1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit

Application DVD

Documentation

ROG motherboard support DVD

User guide

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

Installation tools and components

1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver

PC chassis Power supply unit

Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan

DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive

xvi

SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional)

The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

Product introduction

1.1 Special features

1.1.1 Product highlights

Republic of Gamers

The Republic of Gamers offers you the best of the best. We offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovative 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. If your character matches our trait, then join the elite Republic of Gamers and make your presence felt.

LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd/3rd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors

This motherboard supports Intel 2nd/3rd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors in the LGA1155 package. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots, and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots.

Intel® Z77 Express Chipset

Intel® Z77 Express Chipset is a single-chipset that supports the 1155 socket Intel® 2nd/3rd generation Core™ i7/i5/ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors. It utilizes the serial point-topoint links, which increases bandwidth and enhances the system’s performance. It natively supports four USB 3.0 ports for up to ten times faster transfer rate than USB 2.0, and enables the iGPU function for Intel® integrated graphics performance.

PCI Express® 3.0

PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the performance and speed of PCIe 2.0. It provides an optimal graphics performance, unprecedented data speed, and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices.

* Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0.

SLI/CrossFire On-Demand

This motherboard features a unique PCIe 3.0 bridge chip to support multi-GPU SLI/ CrossFireX graphics cards for an unrivaled gaming performance. With the Intel Z77 platform

to optimize the PCIe allocation of multiple GPUs, it supports up to 4-WAY GPU SLI or 4-WAY GPU CrossFireX conguration.

ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME

Chapter 1

1-1

LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP

LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP, with HyperFormance™ Technology, is designed for Intel® processor graphics chip on Windows® 7 and perfectly combines the performance of a discrete graphics card with fast computing iGPU (Integrated Graphics Processing Unit). The newly-designed Virtual VSync eliminates tearing artifacts allowing you to enjoy a smoother gaming experience.

LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP can also dynamically assign tasks to the best available graphics resource based on power, performance, and system load. With Intel® Quick Sync Video 2.0 technology, it provides 3x faster video conversion of NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards while retaining the graphics cards’ high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance. When the discrete graphics cards are not in use, it drastically reduces the power usage, making the system more environmentally friendly.

* LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system.

** Intel

1.1.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features

mPCIe Combo + Dual band Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 4.0

The mPCIe Combo is a two-sided mini-card that allows you to install an extra mSATA SSD and a Wi-Fi module into the motherboard. This device comes with one mSATA port that supports Intel® Smart Response Technology hybrid storage acceleration, and a dual-band

2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth v4.0 functions.

ROG Connect

ROG Connect allows you to monitor the status of your desktop PC and tweak its parameters in real-time via a notebook. ROG Connect links your main system to a notebook through a USB cable, allowing you to view real-time POST code and hardware status readouts on your

notebook, as well as make on-the-y parameter adjustments at a purely hardware level.

Extreme Engine Digi+ II

The Extreme Engine Digi+ II is equipped with the nest Japan-made 10K Black Metallic

capacitors, and its digital VRM design allows you to achieve ultimate performance with adjustable CPU and memory power management frequencies.

iROG

The iROG is a special IC that fully maximizes ROG’s unique functions, providing you with full

control of your motherboard at any stage. It greatly increases your overclocking enjoyment, and offers you with advanced system control and management features purely at a hardware level.

Chapter 1

CPU Level Up

With ROG’s CPU Level Up, overclocking has never been so easy, or cost-free. Simply select the processor that you want to overclock to, and the motherboard will do the rest.

Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 2nd/3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor family.

1-2

Chapter 1: Product introduction

USB BIOS FlashBack

USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your ultimate convenience.

Simply install a USB storage device containing the BIOS le, press the BIOS Flashback

button for three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering the existing the BIOS or operating system. It also allows you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically.

GPU.DIMM Post

GPU.DIMM Post enables you to catch potential problems even before you enter the OS, saving you valuable time in detecting component failure under extreme conditions. With GPU. DIMM Post, quickly and easily check your graphic cards, memory modules’ statuses in the BIOS, and overclocking settings.

BIOS Print

ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to handle the demands of an overclocking experience. The motherboard features ROG BIOS Print that allows you to easily share your BIOS settings to others with the press of a button.

ProbeIt

This motherboard consists of seven Probelt measurement points that helps you detect your system’s current voltage. With the use of a multimeter device, these points can help measure your system’s CPU, PLL, VCCSA, PCH, IO, DIMM, and iGPU voltages.

Extreme Tweaker

Extreme Tweaker is the one stop shop to ne-tune your system to optimal performance.

With Extreme Tweaker, you can adjust the system settings such as frequency, over-voltage, memory timing, and more.

Loadline Calibration

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.

BIOS Flashback

BIOS Flashback gives you the ability to save two versions of BIOS simultaneously: one saved BIOS for the tweaked overclocking setting, and one saved BIOS from the previous version.

VGA Hotwire

Using the VGA Hotwire feature, you can plug two-wired cable onboard and solder two wires on the VGA’s voltage regulator to adjust the voltages accurately without risk.

ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME

Chapter 1

1-3

Subzero Sense

Subzero Sense allows you to read the system’s temperature even in its coldest state.

OC Key - OSD TweakIt

OSD TweakIt allows you to tweak the parameters of your system in real-time using a convenient graphical overlay displayed on your screen.

OC Key - OSD Monitor

OSD Monitor allows you to monitor your system in real-time using a convenient graphical overlay displayed on your screen. It also allows you to view POST codes and hardware

status from the VGA Hotwire and Subzero sense readout.

1.1.3 ASUS special features

Wi-Fi GO!

ASUS Wi-Fi GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS Wi-Fi

GO!, you can wirelessly stream media les to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your mobile device, and easily transfer les between your computer and

mobile device.

Conveniently use and enjoy these ASUS Wi-Fi GO! functions:

DLNA Media Hub: Provides support to the latest DLNA standard, and allows you to

•

stream media les to a DLNA-supported device.

Remote Desktop: Allows you to view your computer’s desktop and remotely operate

•

your computer in real-time from your mobile device.

Remote Keyboard and Mouse: Allows you to use your mobile device’s touch panel as a

•

remote keyboard and mouse for your computer.

Smart Motion Control: Allows you to remotely control your computer using your mobile

•

device’s customized gestures.

File Transfer: Allows you to transfer les between your computer and mobile device.

•

Capture and Send: Allows you to take screenshots and send them to a mobile device.

•

Intel Thunderbolt

Intel Thunderbolt is a revolutionalized port that allows you to connect both peripherals and

displays in a maximum bi-directional speed at 10Gbps. With Thunderbolt, you can connect up to six Thunderbolt devices in a daisy chain format, and transfer data at 2x faster than USB

3.0 and 20x faster than USB 2.0

1.1.4 ROG-rich bundled software

Chapter 1

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus Personal offers premium antivirus protection for individual users and

home ofces. It is based on advanced antivirus technologies. The product incorporates the

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine, which is renowned for malicious program detection rates that are among the industry’s highest.

1-4

Chapter 1: Product introduction

DAEMON Tools Pro Standard

DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to backup CD, DVD and Blu-ray discs. It converts optical media into virtual discs and emulates devices to work with the virtual copies.

DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video, and photo collections on a PC, notebook,

or netbook.

ROG CPU-Z

ROG CPU-Z, authorized by Intel’s CPU Identication (CPUID), is a customized ROG utility

that allows you to gather information about your system’s main components. It gives you the current information and status of your CPU, motherboard, memory, and other main components. Get that ROG look of reporting your system’s current information with ROG CPU-Z.

MemTweakIt

MemTweakIt is a DRAM efciency tool that allows you to ne-tune your DRAM in real time and allows you to post and share your DRAM conguration scores to the ROG website.

ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME

Chapter 1

1-5

1.2 Motherboard overview

1.2.1 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.

• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

• 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. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.

Chapter 1

1-6

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.2.2 Motherboard layout

Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.

ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME

Chapter 1

1-7

Layout contents

Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page

1. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V, 4-pin EATX12V) 1-48

LGA1155 CPU Socket 1-9

CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin

3. CPU_OPT, 4-pin OPT_FAN1-3, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3)

4. DDR3 DIMM slots

5. RESET button

6. VGA Hotwire connectors

7. Q_Code LEDs

8. LN2 Mode header

9. Slow Mode switch

10. START (Power-on) button

11. PCIe x16 Lane switch

12. GO button

13. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3)

14. USB 3.0 connectors (20-1 pin USB3_34; USB3_E34)

15. Intel

16. Intel

17. Asmedia

18. Subzero Sense connector

19. BIOS Switch button

20. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL)

21. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56; USB78)

22. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)

23. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

24. EZ Plug connectors (6-pin EZ_PLUG_1; 1-4 EZ_PLUG_2)

25. OC Key connector (10-1 pin OC_KEY)

26. ROG Connect Switch header (2-pin ROG_CON_SW)

27. mPCIe Combo connector (26-1 pin MPCIE_COMBO)

Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1/2 [black]) 1-42

Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [red]) 1-41

Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12/E34 [red]) 1-43

1-46

1-10

1-28

1-51

1-34

1-31

1-30

1-28

1-30

1-29

1-50

1-44

1-43

1-29

1-49

1-45

1-44

1-47

1-50

1-52

1-31

2-12

Chapter 1

1-8

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium™, and Celeron™ processors.

• Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.

• The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.

• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise

Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the

LGA1155 socket.

• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP cap.

ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME

Chapter 1

1-9

1.2.4 System memory

The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.

A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.

Recommended memory congurations

Chapter 1

1-10

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Memory congurations

You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.

• Memory module with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP prole is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and

compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices.

• 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 conguration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.

• Due to Intel

DDR3 2000/1800 MHz memory modules will run at the default frequency rates of DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz.

• According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU.

• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules.

• Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the following:

a) Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows OS.

b) Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the

c) For more details, refer to the Microsoft

• This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB).

2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 (and higher), and

motherboard.

com/kb/929605/en-us.

support site at http://support.microsoft.

• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment.

• For system stability, use a more efcient memory cooling system to support a full

memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.

ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME

Chapter 1

1-11

MAXIMUS V EXTREME Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL)

DDR3 2800 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip

G.skill F3-2800CL11Q-16G

DDR3 2666 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip

G.skill F3-2666CL10Q-16GBZHD 16GB (4x4GB) DS - - 10-12-12-31 1.65 • •

DDR3 2400 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip

A-DATA AX3U2400GC4G10(XMP) 4GB DS - - 10-11-11-30 1.65 • •

CORSAIR CMGTX3(XMP) 2GB DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.65 • •

CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP) 8GB

G.SKILL F3-19200CL10Q-32GBZHD

G.SKILL F3-19200CL11Q-16GBZHD

G.SKILL F3-19200CL9D-4GBPIS (XMP) 4G

G.SKILL F3-19200CL9Q-16GBZMD

GEIL GET34GB2400C9DC(XMP) 4GB

GEIL GOC316GB2400C10QC(XMP) 16GB

Chapter 1

GEIL GOC316GB2400C11QC(XMP) 16GB

Kingston KHX2400C11D3K4/8GX(XMP) 8GB

Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)

Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK(374243)

BZHD

(XMP)

Chip

Brand

16GB (4x4GB) DS - - 11-13-13-35 1.65 • •

Brand

SS - - 10-12-

(4x2GB)

32GB

DS - - 10-12-

(4x8GB)

16GB

DS - - 11-11-11-31 1.65 • • •

(4x4GB)

16GB

DS - - 11-11-11-31 1.65 • •

(4x4GB)

DS - - 9-11-9-28 1.65 • •

(2x2G)

16GB

DS - - 9-11-11-31 1.65 • •

(4x4GB)

DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.65 •

(2x2GB)

DS - - 10-11-11-30 1.65 • •

(4x4GB)

DS - - 11-11-11-30 1.65 • •

(4x4GB)

SS - - 11-13-11-30 1.65 • • •

(4x2GB)

2GB DS - - - 1.65 • • •

Timing Voltage DIMM socket

NO.

Chip

Timing Voltage DIMM socket

NO.

Chip

Timing Voltage DIMM socket support

NO.

10-30

12-31

(Optional)

1 2 4

1.65 • •

1.65 • • •

support

(Optional)

2 4

support

(Optional)

2 4

1-12

Chapter 1: Product introduction

DDR3 2200 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip

G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4G

GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB

GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) 8GB

KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 4GB

DS - - 7-10-

(2x2G)

DS - - 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • •

(2x2GB)

DS - - 9-11-9-28 1.65 • • •

(2x4GB)

DS Kingmax N/A - - • •

(2x2GB)

Brand

Chip

Timing Voltage DIMM socket

NO.

1.65 • •

10-28

support (Optional)

1 2 4

DDR3 2133 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip

A-DATA 8154A 1044(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9-241.55-1.75 •

A-DATA AX3U2133C2G9B (XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-11-

A-DATA AX3U2133GC2G9B (XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9-241.55-1.75 • •

A-DATA AX3U2133GC4G9B (XMP) 16GB

Apacer 78.BAGE4.AFD0C (XMP) 8GB

CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A2133C9

CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2B2133C9

G.SKILL F3-17000CL11Q2-64GB

G.SKILL F3-17000CL9Q-16GBXL

G.SKILL F3-17000CL9Q-16GBZ

G.SKILL F3-17066CL9D-8GBPI

G.SKILL F3-17066CL9Q-16GBT

KINGSTON KHX2133C11D3K4/16G

KINGSTON KHX2133C11D3T1K2/1

OCZ OCZ3XTEP2133C9LV4 GK 2GB DS - - 7-7-7-201.65 • •

Patriot PVV34G2133C9K(XMP) 4GB

(XMP)

(Ver7.1)(XMP)

(XMP)

ZLD(XMP)

D(XMP)

H(XMP)

D(XMP)

DD(XMP)

X(XMP)

6GX(XMP)

DS - - 9-11-

(4x4GB)

DS - - 9-9-9-

(2x4GB)

4GB

DS - - 9-10-

(2x2GB)

4GB

DS - - 9-9-9-241.5 • • •

(2x2GB)

4GB

DS - - 9-10-

(2x2GB)

64GB

DS - - 11-11-

(8x8GB)

16GB

DS - - 9-11-

(4x4GB)

16GB

DS - - 9-11-

(4x4GB)

8GB

DS - - 9-9-9-241.65 • • •

(2x4GB)

16GB

DS - - 9-9-9-241.65 • •

(4x4GB)

16GB

DS - - 11-12-

(4x4GB)

16GB

DS - - 9-9-9-

(2x8GB)

DS - - 9-11-

(2x2GB)

Brand

Chip

Timing Voltage DIMM socket support

NO.

1.55~1.75 • •

9-27

1.65 •

9-27

- • • •

1.65 • •

9-24

1.5 • • •

9-27

1.5 • • •

11-30

1.65 • • •

9-28

1.65 • • •

10-28

1.65 • • •

11-30

1.6 • • •

1.66 • • •

9-27

(Optional)

1 2 4

Chapter 1

ASUS MAXIMUS V EXTREME

1-13

DDR3 2000 MHz capability

Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip

A-DATA AX3U2000GB2G9B(XMP) 2GB DS - - 9-11-

A-DATA AX3U2000GC4G9B(XMP) 4GB DS - - 9-11-

AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V

Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB

Asint SLA302G08-ML2HB

CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8

CORSAIR CMZ4GX3M2A2000C10

G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBRH

G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD

GEIL GUP34GB2000C9DC

Gingle FA3URSS673A801A 2GB DS - - 9-9-9-24 - • •

Patriot PV736G2000ELK (XMP) 6GB

Patriot PVT36G2000LLK (XMP) 6GB

Patriot PX7312G2000ELK(XMP) 12GB

Silicon Power SP002GBLYU200S02

Team TXD32048M2000C9

Team TXD32048M2000C9-

Transcend TX2000KLN-8GK

(XMP)

(Ver 5.12)(XMP)

(XMP)

L(XMP)

(388375)(XMP)

4GB

DS - - - 1.65 • • •

(2x2GB)

DS - - 9-9-9-27 - • • •

(3x2GB)

4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83

6GB

DS - - 8-9-8-24 1.65 • • •

(3x2GB)

4GB

SS - - 10-10-

(2x2GB)

4GB

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • •

(2x2GB)

4GB

DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • •

(2x2GB)

4GB

DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.65 • • •

(2x2GB)

DS - - 7-7-7-20 1.65 • • •

(3x2GB)

DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • •

(3x2GB)

DS - - 9-11-

(3x4GB)

2GB DS - - - - • • •

2GB DS Team T3D128

4GB DS - - - 1.6 • • •

Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket

Brand

1.55~1.75 • • •

9-27

1.55~1.75 • • •

9-27

BFRH9C

8RT-20

8LT-20

8RT-20

9-9-9-27 - • • •

1.5 • •

10-27

1.65 • • •

9-27

9-9-9-24 1.5 •

9-9-9-24 1.5 • • •

9-9-9-24 1.6 • • •

support (Optional)

1 2 4

Chapter 1

1-14

Chapter 1: Product introduction

+ 200 hidden pages