Asus Crosshair V Formula-Z User Manual

MotherboardCROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z

xCROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU AMD® Socket AM3+ for AMD® FX series CPU up to 8-core compatible with AMD®

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.2 North Bridge CongurationHPC Mode [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable High Performance Computing (HPC)

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-21Chapter 3Memory CongurationBank Interleaving [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled]Channel Interleaving [Auto]Co

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.4 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-23Chapter 3SATA Port1–Port4 [AHCI]Allows you to set the SATA conguration.[IDE] Set to [IDE] when you want to use the Ser

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Legacy USB Support [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).[Disable

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-25Chapter 33.5.6 CPU Core On/Off FunctionThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.CPU Core Act

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3ASM1061 Storage Controller (Front) [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the controller.[Disabled] Disables the controller.AS

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-27Chapter 3SB HD Azalia CongurationOptions for SB HD Azalia.HD Audio Azalia Device [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disab

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Power On By PS/2 Device [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the PS/2 devices from generating a wake event.[Enabled] Enab

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-29Chapter 33.5.10 iROG CongurationiROG Timer Keeper [Last State]Allows you to set the iROG Time Keeper operation mode. C

xiCROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specications summary(continued on the next page)USB3 x ASMedia® USB 3.0 controllers- 2 x USB 3.0 ports at mid-board for fron

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3All LED Control [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the onboard LEDs control. Conguration options: [Enabled] [

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-31Chapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fa

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Fan Speed MonitorCPU FAN Speed; CPU OPT Speed; Chassis FAN1/2/3 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A]; Opt1/2/3 Fan S

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-33Chapter 3CPU Upper Temperature [70]Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Chassis Upper Temperature [70]Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature.

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-35Chapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Scroll down to display the other

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DirectKey Enabled [Go to BIOS...][Disabled] Disables the DirectKey function. The system will only power on or

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-37Chapter 33.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then pr

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3LabelAllows you to input the label of the setup proles.Save to ProleAllows you to save the current BIOS settings t

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-39Chapter 33.8.4 GO Button FileAllows you to set the GO Button les and load the desired GO Button le.CPU Bus/PEG Freque

xiiCROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specications summaryBack Panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port1 x Optical S/PDIF Output port2 x eSATA 6Gb/s por

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disca

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-41Chapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stabil

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Launching ASUS UpdateTo launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.Quit all

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-43Chapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer

3-44Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-45Chapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.•

3-46Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also a

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-47Chapter 33. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.4. At

3-48Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart yo

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-1Chapter 4Software support4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate th

xiiiCROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z specications summarySpecications are subject to change without notice.Support DVD contents DriversGameFirst IIKaspersky® A

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructi

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide y

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4TurboVTurboV allows you to overclock the CPU Bus/PEG frequency, CPU voltage, CPU/NB voltage and DRAM voltage in

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-5Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.CPU RatioAllows you to

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Fast Tuning: fast overclocking for the systemExtreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for the systemUsing Fast Tuni

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-7Chapter 4Using Extreme Tuning1. Click Auto Tuning tab > Extreme. 2. Read the warning messages and click Start to sta

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.3 DIGI+ Power ControlASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-9Chapter 4CPU PowerCPU Power offers precise digital power control for CPU and CPU/NB to enhance efciency, stability, and

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Function no. Function description4 CPU/NB Load-line CalibrationSet to a higher value for system performance, o

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-11Chapter 4• The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specication.• Do not remove the thermal module

xivPackage contentsCheck your motherboard package for the following items.Motherboard ROG CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-ZCables 1 x ROG Connect cable3 x 2-in-1

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4• Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU.• *Select From

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-13Chapter 44.3.5 FAN XpertFan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to d

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-15Chapter 44.3.7 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using History Record1. Click the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Record Interval a

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-17Chapter 44.3.8 USB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.9 Ai Charger+This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-19Chapter 44.3.10 ASUS UpdateASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.11 MyLogoMyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen dur

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-21Chapter 45. Click Flash to update the boot logo.6. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. You will see the new

xvInstallation tools and componentsThe tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.1 bag of screws Philips (cr

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback WizardUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-23Chapter 42. From the Save to dropdown list, select the USB storage device that you want to save the BIOS le to, then c

4-24Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.13 Audio congurationsThe Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimat

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-25Chapter 4DTS ConnectDTS Connect allows you to select an audio mode for a digital surround sound media entertainment.Sele

4-26Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows® XP• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the AS

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-27Chapter 44.3.14 ROG ConnectROG Connect allows you to monitor and adjust the local PC through your remote PC.Setting up

4-28Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4RC PosterRC Poster shows the status of the local system during the POST. You can switch the display mode betwe

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z4-29Chapter 4GPU TweakItGPU TweakIt allows you to control and monitor the installed GPU on the local system. Use the sliders

4-30Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using Advanced ModeSelect any of the following settings to congure the priorities of your programs and networ

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z5-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the AMD® SB950 chipset that allows you to congur

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5-2Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performanc

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z5-3Chapter 55.1.4 AMD® Option ROM utilityTo enter the AMD® Option ROM utility:1. Turn on the system.2. During POST, press

5-4Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 5Creating a RAID volumeTo create a RAID volume:1. In the Main Menu, press <2> to enter the LD View / LD Den

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z5-5Chapter 5Deleting a RAID congurationTake caution when deleting a RAID volume. You will lose all data on the hard disk dr

5-6Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 55.2 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z5-7Chapter 55.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationIf you use a SATA optical drive to run the Wind

5-8Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 55.2.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive whe

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z5-9Chapter 5Add the same line to both sections.The VID and PID vary with different vendors.10. Save and exit the le. 8. F

5-10Chapter 5: RAID supportChapter 5

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z6-1Chapter 6Multiple GPU support66.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology th

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsRepublic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers off

6-2Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cardsThe following pictures are for reference only. The graphics

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z6-3Chapter 65. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.

6-4Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.1.5 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z6-5Chapter 61Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossF

6-6Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z6-7Chapter 64. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the con

6-8Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 64. Align and rmly insert the 3-way SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure t

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z6-9Chapter 66.2.5 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyAfter installing your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable t

6-10Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 6B2. From the Screen Resolution window, click Advanced settings. B3. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appe

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-ZA-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.1.2 ROG unique gaming featuresGameFirst IIASUS GameFirst II, with cFOS Trafc Shaping technology, provid

A-2AppendicesAppendicesIC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 o

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-ZA-3AppendicesREACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulator

A-4AppendicesAppendicesBluetooth Industry Canada StatementThis Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment re

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-ZA-5AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone

A-6AppendicesAppendicesDECLARATION OF CONFORMITYPer FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 8

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-3Chapter 1GPU.DIMM Post GPU.DIMM Post enables you to catch potential problems even before you enter the OS, saving you va

iiE7477First EditionJuly 2012Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software de

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1ROG CPU-Z ROG CPU-Z, authorized by Intel’s CPU Identication (CPUID), is a customized ROG utility that all

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-5Chapter 11.2 Motherboard overview1.2.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install moth

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel conn

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-7Chapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with an AM3+ socket designed for AMD® Next Genera

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-9Chapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Du

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB and 16GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-11Chapter 1CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)2 4 A-DATA AX3U20

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-13Chapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)2 4A-DATA AX3U1866GC2G

iiiContentsSafety information ... viiAbout this guid

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)2 4A-DATA AM2U16B

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-15Chapter 1(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Opt

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)2 4KINGSTON KHX16

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-17Chapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)2 4OCZ OCZ3BE1600C8LV4

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)2 4ACTICA ACT1GHU

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-19Chapter 1Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)2 4Hynix HMT125U6TFR8A

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:(1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-21Chapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cau

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chass

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-23Chapter 11.2.6 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when working

iv2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ... 2-152.4 Starting up for the rst time ...

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 13. GO buttonPress the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! or press it to quickly load the preset prol

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-25Chapter 15. DirectKey button (DirectKey)This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press

1-26Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.7 Jumpers1. LN2 Mode Jumper (3-pin LN2)When enabled, the LN2 Mode jumper allows your system to elimi

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-27Chapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs1. Hard Disk LEDThe hard disk LED is designed to indicate the hard disk activity. It blinks

1-28Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 14. Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a power-on button that lights up to indicate that the system is ON

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-29Chapter 15. Q-Code LEDsThe Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Re

1-30Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Q-Code table(continued on the next page)Code Description00 Not used01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-31Chapter 1Q-Code table(continued on the next page)Code Description50 – 53Memory initialization error. Invalid memory typ

1-32Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Code Description3B – 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization is started4F DXE IPL is started50 – 53Memory initia

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-33Chapter 1Code DescriptionF9 Recovery capsule is not foundFA Invalid recovery capsuleFB – FF Reserved for future AMI erro

vChapter 4: Software support 4-14.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Suppo

1-34Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Code Description9C USB Detect9D USB Enable9E – 9F Reserved for future AMI codesA0 IDE initialization is st

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-35Chapter 1Code DescriptionD2 PCH initialization errorD3 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not availableD4 PCI resou

1-36Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-6 [red])These connectors

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-37Chapter 12. Asmedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12 [red])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0

1-38Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!You can connect the

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-39Chapter 15. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interfa

1-40Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 17. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3; 4-pin OPT

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-41Chapter 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O mo

1-42Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with AT

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-43Chapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED

vi6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards ... 6-26.1.4 Installing three CrossFireX™ graphics cards ...

1-44Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 112. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1-3)These connectors are for temperature monitoring. C

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z1-45Chapter 11.2.10 ProbeItThe ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your system’s current voltage and OC settings. Use a multim

1-46Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-1Chapter 2Basic Installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installationThe diagrams in this section are f

2-2Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 22. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-3Chapter 23. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.DO NOT overti

2-4Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 22.1.2 CPU installationThe AMD AM3+ socket is compatible with AMD AM3+ and AM3 processors. Ensure you use a C

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-5Chapter 22.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CP

2-6Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 22345

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-7Chapter 2123To remove a DIMM2.1.4 DIMM installationBA

viiSafety informationElectrical safetyTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the

2-8Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connection12OR OR

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-9Chapter 22.1.6 SATA device connection2OR1

2-10Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 22.1.7 Front I/O ConnectorTo install ASUS Q-ConnectorIDE_LEDPOWER SWRESET SWIDE_LED-IDE_LED+PWRResetGroundGr

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-11Chapter 22.1.8 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards

2-12Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 22.2 BIOS update utilityUSB BIOS FlashbackUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without en

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-13Chapter 22.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.3.1 Rear I/O connection*: Refer to the tables on the next page

2-14Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 2• Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclockin

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-15Chapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo Speakers2.3.2 Audio I/O connectionsAudio I/O ports

2-16Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel Speakers

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z2-17Chapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel SpeakersWhen the DTS UltraPC II and DTS Connect functions are enabled, ensure to connect

viiiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis g

2-18Chapter 2: Basic InstallationChapter 22.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. E

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-1Chapter 3BIOS setup33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI arch

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navi

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeThe EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 Extreme Tweaker menuThe Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-7Chapter 3Load Extreme OC ProlePress <Enter> and select Yes to load the Extreme OC prole to suit extreme overclock

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU/NB Frequency [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU/NB frequency.Conguration options: [Auto] [800MHz] [1000MHz] [120

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-9Chapter 3Load PSC Chip SettingsAllows you to load optimal settings for PSC chip modules. Conguration options: [Yes] [No]

ixConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.DANG

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM Driving ControlDRAM ADDR/CMD control override [Audo]Conguration options: [Audo] [Disabled] [Enabled]DCT0 Infor

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-11Chapter 3ADDR/CMD drive strength [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1x] [1.25x] [1.5x] [2x]MEMCLK drive strength [Auto]

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU/NB Load-Line Calibration [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU/NB Load-Line mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [Reg

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-13Chapter 3CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe]This item adjusts the current and thermal of every VRM phase component.[T.Probe

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Offset Voltage [Auto]This item appears only when you set the CPU & NB Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allo

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-15Chapter 3VDDR [Auto]Allows you to set the VDDR voltage. The values range from 1.20575V to 1.80200V with a 0.01325V inter

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.4 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-17Chapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3To change a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Current Passw

ASUS CROSSHAIR V FORMULA-Z3-19Chapter 33.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically dete