Asus Maximus IV GENE-Z/GEN3 Specifications Page 1

MotherboardMAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3

xCanadian Department of Communications StatementThis digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital appar

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupCPU Voltage [Offset Mode][Manual Mode] Allows you to set a xed CPU voltage.[Offset Mode] Allows you to set the Offset volt

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-13VCCSA/IO Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.80V to 1.70V with a 0.00625V interv

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provide

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-153.4.4 SecurityThe Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.• If you have forgotten your B

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupTo change an administrator password:1. Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Cu

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-17Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfun

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.The items

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-19Active Processor Cores [All]Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Congur

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupCPU C1E [Enabled][Disabled] Disables this function.[Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-21iGPU Memory [64M]Allows you to select the iGPU share memory size. Conguration options: [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M]Initial

xiSafety informationElectrical safety• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating th

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port ite

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-23S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled]S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. W

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item shows the au

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-25 HD Audio Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller.

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setupJMB Storage Controller [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the JMB storage controller. Conguration options: [Disabled]

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-27EuP Ready [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Energy Using Products (EuP) Ready function.[Enabled] Allows BIOS to switc

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupPower On By PS/2 Mouse [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 mouse.[Enabled] Enables the Power On by a PS/2

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-293.5.9 ROG ConnectROG Connect [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the ROG Connect function. Conguration options:

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings.An

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-31Fan Speed MonitorCPU FAN; Chassis FAN1/2/3 Speed; CPU FAN OPT Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A]The onboard hardware

xiiOperation safety• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.• Before

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setupCPU Fan Max. Duty Cycle(%) [100]Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values ra

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-33Chassis Lower Temperature [40]Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature.Chassis Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [60]Us

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets the power-

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-35Setup Mode [Advanced Mode][Advanced Mode] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.8 Tool menuThe Tool menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter&g

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-373.8.2 Asus SPD InformationThis item displays the SPD information.

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The items show

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-393.8.4 GO Button FileThis menu allows you to set the GO Button les, and load the desired GO Button le.BCLK/PCIE Frequ

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-413.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, com

xiiiRefer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.1. ASUS websitesThe A

3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.10.1 ASUS Update utilityThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-434. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power-On Sel

3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer to the softwa

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-453.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 UtilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use

3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore t

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-47Booting the system in DOS environment1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB

3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup2. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. When BIOS backup is done, press any key to re

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-494. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your

3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

4Software supportThis chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software.

xiv DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3Chapter summary44.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Support DVD

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from t

4-2 Chapter 4: Software support4.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions belo

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-34.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you thro

4-4 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.2 DIGI+ VRMASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and sta

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-52. DIGI+ VRM CPU Current ProtectionDIGI+ VRM CPU Current Protection provides wider total power range for overclocking.

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support4. DIGI+ VRM Phase ControlPhase number is the number of working VRM phase. Choose Extreme for heavy system loading to g

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-74.3.3 TurboV EVOASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related vol

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportUsing Advanced ModeClick More Settings, and then click the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.Ad

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-9Auto TuningASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most exible auto-tuning options.• The overcl

xvMAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 specications summaryCPU LGA1155 socket for 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium/Celeron ProcessorsC

4-10 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.4 EPUEPU is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides several modes

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-114.3.5 FAN XpertFan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to differen

4-12 Chapter 4: Software supportRefer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software cong

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-134.3.7 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan sp

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportVoltageThe Voltage tab displays the status of the system voltages. Select the items that you want to monitor.Temperatu

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-15History RecordThe History Record tab allows you to record the changes in the system. To use the recording function1.

4-16 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.8 Ai Charger+Battery Charging Version 1.1 (BC 1.1), a USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) certied USB charging funct

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-174.3.9 ROG CPU-ZROG CPU-Z allows you to monitor your system status in real-time.To launch ROG CPU-Z1. Double-click th

4-18 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.10 MemTweakItMemTweakIt allows you to adjust the timing of your installed memory and increase your system potenti

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-194.3.11 ROG ConnectROG Connect allows you to monitor and adjust the local PC through your remote PC.Setting up USB con

xvi SupremeFX X-Fi 2 built-in 8-channel High Denition Audio CODEC - EAX® Advanced™ HD 5.0 - THX® TruStudio PRO™ - X-Fi®

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportRC PosterRC Poster shows the status of the local system during the POST. You can switch the display mode between Strin

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-21GPU TweakItGPU TweakIt allows you to control and monitor the installed GPU on the local system. Use the sliders to adj

4-22 Chapter 4: Software support The Realtek® audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-23Control settings windowoptions Information buttonExit buttonMinimize buttonB. Realtek HD Audio Manager f

4-24 Chapter 4: Software support4.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solution:• Intel® Rapid Storage Technology wi

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-254.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance,

4-26 Chapter 4: Software support4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utili

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-27Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Ent

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the se

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-29Deleting a RAID setTake caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you dele

xviiBack Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse port 2 x External SATA ports 1 x LAN (RJ45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (one is

4-30 Chapter 4: Software supportIntel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses an install

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-312. a. Select the SSD you want to use to accelerate your storage system. b. Select the size allocated for SSD cachi

4-32 Chapter 4: Software support4.5 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating sys

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-334.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1. During

4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Due to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when y

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 4-358. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer]

4-36 Chapter 4: Software support

5 Multiple GPU technology supportThis chapter describes how to install and congure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards.

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3Chapter summary55.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology ... 5-15.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ t

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 5-15.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install mult

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5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards sep

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 5-35.1.4 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the

5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportEnabling CrossFireX settings1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > 

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 5-55.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows y

5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support4. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 5-7B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize.B2. From the Personalization windo

5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportB4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel.B5. The NVIDIA Contro

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 5-95.3 LucidLogix® Virtu™ solutionLucidLogix® Virtu is a new generation GPU virtualization software that blurs the line b

5-10 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportBoth i-Mode and d-Mode enjoy the performance of Intel® Sandy Bridge built-in media features and discret

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 5-11 After you successfully installed the LucidLogix® Virtu™ from the support DVD that comes wit

1Chapter 1: Product introductionThis chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports.

5-12 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology supportTo open the control panel1. Right-click LucidLogixLucidLogix® Virtu icon in the notication area and

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iiE6910First Edition September 2011Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softw

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3Chapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new featu

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction1.3 Special features1.3.1 Product highlightsRepublic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-3PCI Express® 3.0 PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the latest PCI Express bus standard with improved encoding schemes that

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionSLI/CrossFire On-Demand Why choose when you can have both?SLI or CrossFireX? Fret no longer because with the ROG

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-5Extreme Engine Digi+ Powerful combination of analog and digital design elementsExtreme Engine Digi+ equipped with high p

1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction1.3.3 ROG unique featuresSupremeFX X-Fi 2 built-in Play with ultra-real cinematic in-game surround sound!SupremeFX

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-7CPU Level Up A simple click for instant upgrade! Ever wish that you could have a more expansive CPU? Upgrade your CPU a

1-8 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionASUS Q-Connector Make connections quick and accurateThe Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis fr

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 1-9ASUS TurboV EVO The Ultimate O.C. ProcessorThe ultimate O.C. processor satises every level of overclockers—from die-ha

iiiContentsNotices ... viiFCC Radio Frequency (RF

1-10 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionQ-Shield Easy and Comfortable InstallationsThe specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "&quo

2Chapter 2: Hardware informationThis chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It inclu

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3Chapter summary22.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Mothe

2.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.• Unplug t

2.2 Motherboard overview2.2.1 Motherboard layoutRefer to 2.2.8 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.2

2.2.2 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Switches/Slots Page1. ROG Connect switch 2-192. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 2-343. LG

2.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™

2.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.

You may install 1GB, 2GB and 4GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.• You may install varying memory sizes i

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ivContents2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation ... 2-392.3.4 DIMM installation ...

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KINGSTONKHX2000C9AD3W1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS- - 9 1.65• •KINGSTONKHX2000C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB) DS- - -1.65• •KINGSTONKHX2000C9AD3T1K3/6

MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 Motherboard  3-1800MHz capability-1800MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/

G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-8GBRH(XMP) 8GB (2 x 4GB)DS - - 7-8-7-24 1.6• • •G.SKILL F3-12800CL7D-8GBXH(XMP) 8GB (2 x 4GB)DS - - 7-8-7-24 1.6• •G.SKILL F3-1

Mushkin 996805(XMP) 4GB (2 x 2GB)DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65• • •Mushkin 998805(XMP) 6GB (3 x 2GB)DS - - 6-8-6-24 1.65• • •Patriot PX7312G1600LLK(XMP) 12GB (

G.SKILLF3-10666CL9D-8GBRL 8GB (2 x 4GB)DS--9-9-9-24 1.5 • •G.SKILLF3-10666CL9D-8GBXL 8GB (2 x 4GB)DS--9-9-9-24 1.5 • •GEILGET316GB1333C9QC 16GB (4 x

ACTICAACT1GHU72C8G1333S1GB SSSamsungK4B1G0846F(ECC)- - • • •ACTICAACT2GHU64B8G1333M2GB DSMicronD9KPT- - • • •ACTICAACT2GHU64B8G1333S2GB DSSamsungK4B1G

• 4 DIMM slots: 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted in any slot as single-channel memory conguration. 2 DIMMs: Support one pair of modules inserted

2.2.5 Expansion slotsEnsure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and da

IRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HPCIEx16/8_1 shared – – – – – – –PCIEx8_2 – shared – – – – – –I.G.D shared – – – – – – –EHCI#0 (USB2

vContents3.8 Tool menu ... 3-363.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ...

2.2.6 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers a

3. GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! or press it to quickly load the preset prole (GO_Button le) for temporary overclocki

2.2.7 Onboard LEDs1. Hard Disk LED The hard disk LED is designed to indicate the hard disk activity. It blinks when data is being written into or r

4. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This

5. Debug LEDsThe Debug LED design provides you the 2-digit display, allowing you to know the system status. Refer to the Debug table below for detail

Code Description1D – 2AOEM pre-memory initialization codes2B – 2FMemory initialization30Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)31Memory

Debug table (continued)Code DescriptionF2Recovery process startedF3Recovery rmware image is foundF4Recovery rmware image is loadedF5-F7Reserved for

Code Description97Console Output devices connect98Console input devices connect99Super IO Initialization9AUSB initialization is started9BUSB Reset9CUS

Code DescriptionC0– CFOEM BDS initialization codesD0CPU initialization errorD1System Agent initialization errorD2PCH initialization errorD3Some of the

2.2.8 Jumper1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of da

viContents4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk ... 4-324.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without ente

2.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® Z68 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [red])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard d

2. Intel® Z68 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_3–6 [gray])These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical di

You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboar

5. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). Connect the S/PDIF

6. CPU, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3)Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard,

7. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or l

8. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to t the

• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system po

2.3 Building your computer system2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Pow

AB1232.3.2 CPU installationASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-37

viiNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con

CBA5642-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and

To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly2ABBA12-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information

123To remove a DIMM2.3.4 DIMM installationBAASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-41

2.3.5 Motherboard installation21The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installatio

DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.3ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-43

2.3.6 ATX Power connection12OR OR2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.3.7 SATA device connectionOR2OR1ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-45

2.3.8 Front I/O ConnectorIDE_LEDPOWER SWRESET SWIDE_LED-IDE_LED+PWRResetGroundGround1 2USBAAFPTo install ASUS Q-ConnectorTo install USB ConnectorTo i

2.3.9 Expension Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cardsASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-47

viiiRF exposure warningThis equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmi

2.3.10 Rear panel connectionRear panel connectors1. PS/2 mouse and keyboard port7. USB 2.0 port 6 (white), also ROG Connect port2. USB 3.0 port

Port H e a d s e t 2-channel4-channel 6-channel 8-channelLight Blue Line In Line In Line In Line InLime Line

Connect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel Speakers2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information

Connect to 5.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 7.1 channel SpeakersASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 2-51

2.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all switches are off.3. Conne

2.5 Turning off the computerWhile the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode

2-54 Chapter 2: Hardware information

3BIOS setupThis chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also pr

Chapter summary3ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN33.1 Knowing BIOS ... 3-13.2 BIO

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-13.1 Knowing BIOSBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device conguratio

ixWireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through C

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2.1 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main sho

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2.2 EZ ModeThe EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display lang

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-53.3 Extreme Tweaker menuThe Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious whe

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setupScroll down to display the following items:Press <Enter> and select Yes to load the extreme OC pr

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-7This item only appears when you set Turbo Ratio to [All Cores mode

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setupDRAM Timing ControlThe sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-&

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-9Long Duration Maintained [Auto]Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.Short Duration Power Limit [Auto

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setupVRM Fixed Frequency Mode [xxx]This item appears only when you set the VCore Switching Freq item to [Manual] and allows you t

ROG MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z/GEN3 3-11VCore EMI Reduction [Disabled]This item appears only when you set the VCore Switching Freq item to [Auto] and the Vcore