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xWhere to nd more informationRefer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.1. ASUS websitesThe ASUS

3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setupDDR3 ChannelA/B Vref [Auto]Allows you to set the memory reference voltage. You can also use the <+> and <-> keys

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-213.4 Main menuWhen you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an overview of the basic system

3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.4.5 SATA 1–6While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-23DMA Mode [Auto]Selects the DMA mode. Conguration options: [Auto] [SWDMA0] [SWDMA1] [SWDMA2] [MWDMA0] [MWDMA1] [MWDMA2] [UDMA0

3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setupIf you want the Serial ATA hard disk drives to use the Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI), set this item to [AHCI]. H

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-253.4.8 System InformationThis menu gives you an overview of the general system specications. The BIOS automatically detects t

3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.v02.61 (C)Co

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-27Initiate Graphic Adapter [PEG/PCI]Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Congurati

3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setupMarvell IDE/eSATA [Legacy Mode]Allows you to enable or disable the onboard Marvell IDE/eSATA controller. Conguration option

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-293.5.3 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Ent

xiConventions used in this guideTo make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.T

3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5.4 PCI PnPThe PCIPnP menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for PCI/PnP devices. Take caution when changin

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-31ROG Logo [Enabled]If this item is set to [Enabled], the box labeled as Republic of Gamers on the heatpipe assembly lights up w

3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.5.6 Other CongurationiROG ID_Number InformationiROG_1 ID_Number:27iROG_2 ID_Number:15iROG CrashBIOS Rule [Switch]iROG

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-333.6 Power menuThe Power menu items allow you to change the settings for the Advanced Power Management (APM). Select an item t

3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.6.5 APM CongurationRestore On AC Power Loss [Power Off]When set to Power Off, the system goes into off state after an AC

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-35Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled]Allows you to disable the Power On by PS/2 keyboard function or set specic keys on the PS

3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Screen Select Item+- Change FieldF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC ExitFan Speed ControlCPU Q-Fan Con

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-37Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the chassis Q-fan control feature. Conguration options: [Disa

3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Select an item then press <Enter> to di

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-393.7.2 Boot Settings CongurationQuick Boot [Enabled]Enabling this item allows the BIOS to skip some power on self tests (POST

xiiRampage Extreme specications summaryCPU LGA775 socket for Intel® Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Quad / Core™2 Duo / Pentium® dual-core / Celeron® dua

3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.7.3 BIOS Boot Priority• This item appears only when you move the BIOS_FLASHBACK jumper cap to pins 1-2: BIOS MENU.• Ref

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-41Change Supervisor PasswordSelect this item to set or change the supervisor password. The Supervisor Password item on top of th

3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setupUser Access Level [Full Access]This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items. Conguration option

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-43Password Check [Setup]When set to [Setup], BIOS checks for user password when accessing the Setup utility. When set to [Always

3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub ScreenF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.58 (C)Copyright 198

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-453.8.3 AI NET 2Check Marvell LAN Cable [Disabled]Enables or disables checking of the LAN cable during the Power-On Self-Test (

3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Screen Select ItemEnter Go to Sub ScreenF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.58 (C)Copyright 1985

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-473.9 Exit menuPressing <Esc> does not immediately exit this menu. Select one of the options from this menu or <F10>

3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup

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

xiiiHigh Denition Audio SupremeFX X-Fi Audio Card - ADI 2000B 8-channel High Denition Audio CODEC - EAX® Advanced™ HD 4.0 - X-Fi CMSS®-3D

ROG Rampage ExtremeChapter summary44.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Support DVD informa

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-1If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN f

4-2 Chapter 4: Software support4.2.2 Drivers menuThe drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects installed devices. Install

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-34.2.3 Utilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that the motherboard supports. Click to displ

4-4 Chapter 4: Software supportASUS PC Probe IIThis smart utility monitors the fan speed, CPU temperature, and system voltages, and alerts you of any

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-5Corel MediaOne StarterInstalls the Corel MediaOne Starter application to easily manage, edit share and protect your multimedia

4-6 Chapter 4: Software support4.2.5 Manual menuThe Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals. Click an item to open the folder of t

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-74.2.8 Other informationThe icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the

4-8 Chapter 4: Software supportFilelistDisplays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format.Technical support formD

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-94.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the

xivBack Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x eSATA port 1 x IEEE1394a port 2 x LAN (RJ45) ports 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x Clr CMOS switchInterna

4-10 Chapter 4: Software support9. When the screen returns to the ASUS Update utility, ash the original BIOS to load the new boot logo.10. After a

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-113. Click the Run button to perform a cable test.4.3.2 AI NET 2The AI NET 2 features the Marvell® Virtual Cable Tester™ (VCT)

4-12 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.3 Sound Blaster X-Fi audio utilityWith the SupremeFX X-Fi audio card installed to the motherboard, you will be ab

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-13Main PanelThe Main Panel displays all the features and functions your SupremeFX X-Fi audio card supports. Click each icon to c

4-14 Chapter 4: Software supportEAX Effects Panel This panel contains environment effects that you can select to obtain a sense of realism during inte

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-15Smart Volume Management Panel Enable Smart Volume Management (SVM) to avoid large volume uctuations.Click to switch on/off SV

4-16 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.4 ASUS PC Probe IIPC Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-17Button FunctionOpens the Conguration windowOpens the Report windowOpens the Desktop Management Interface windowOpens the Peri

4-18 Chapter 4: Software supportChanging the monitor panels positionTo change the position of the monitor panels in the desktop, click the arrow down

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-19Monitoring sensor alertThe monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer

xvSoftware Support DVD: - Drivers and applications - ASUS PC Probe II - ASUS Update - ASUS AI Suite - Sound Blaster X-Fi utility -

4-20 Chapter 4: Software supportPCI browserClick to display the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) browser. This browser provides information o

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-21Memory usageThe Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents

4-22 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.5 ASUS EPU-6 EngineASUS EPU-6 Engine is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This ut

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-236 Engine main menuAuto ModeRuns calibrationTurbo ModeHigh Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMax. Power Saving ModeAdvanc

4-24 Chapter 4: Software supportAdvanced settings menuClick Setting ( ) from the 6 Engine main menu to display conguration options in each mode. Some

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-25Conguration optionsTurbo Mode High Performance ModeMedium Power Saving ModeMaximum Power Saving ModeCPU FrequencyOverclocking

4-26 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.6 ASUS AI SuiteASUS AI Suite allows you to launch EPU-6 Engine, AI Booster, Fan Xpert, CPUFan Xpert, CPU Level U

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-27Other feature buttonsClick on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Click on right corner of the exp

4-28 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.7 ASUS AI NapThis feature allows you to minimize the power consumption of your computer whenever you are away. En

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-294.3.8 ASUS Fan XpertAsus Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to differ

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4-30 Chapter 4: Software supportClick to get the calibration between the fan rotation and fan speed ratioClick to close the Calibration windowFan pro

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-314.3.9 ASUS AI BoosterThe ASUS AI Booster application allows you to overclock the CPU speed in WIndows® environment without th

4-32 Chapter 4: Software support4.3.10 CPU Level UpThe CPU Level Up application allows you to overclock immediately with OC prole presets in WIndows

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-334.3.11 ROG Speeding HDDROG Speeding HDD secures the data stored in your hard disk drive and enhances hard drive performance,

4-34 Chapter 4: Software supportConguring EZ BackupThis mode allows one hard disk to back up the data on the other automatically. This helps you save

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-35Conguring Super SpeedThis mode allows two hard disks to access data simultaneously. The dual channel design can largely enhan

4-36 Chapter 4: Software support4. The Speeding HDD icon on the Windows® notication area turns gray to indicate that the Speeding HDD function is di

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-37Partitioning volumesYou have to partition volumes for the hard disk after Speeding HDD conguration.To partition volumes:1. R

4-38 Chapter 4: Software supportSchedule Drive VerifyAllows you to set up the schedule for verifying the hard disks. Click Ok to apply the settings; c

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-39Firmware UpdateAllows you to update the rmware. Click Browse to locate the rmware le that you want to update. Then click Do

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

4-40 Chapter 4: Software support4.4 RAID congurationsThe motherboard comes with the Intel® ICH9R Southbridge controller that supports RAID 0, RAID 1

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-414.4.3 Intel® RAID congurationsThis motherboard supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel® Matrix Storage congurati

4-42 Chapter 4: Software supportIntel® Matrix Storage Manager option ROM utilityThe Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Option ROM utility allows you to cre

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-43Creating a RAID 0 set (striped)To create a RAID 0 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press &

4-44 Chapter 4: Software support6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID 0 array, and then press <Enter>. The availa

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-45Creating a RAID 1 set (mirrored)To create a RAID 1 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press

4-46 Chapter 4: Software supportCreating a RAID 10 set (RAID 0+1)To create a RAID 10 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-47Creating a RAID 5 set (parity)To create a RAID 5 set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press &l

4-48 Chapter 4: Software support4. The Disks item is highlighted, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives to congure as RAID. The followi

ROG Rampage Extreme 4-494.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows®To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®:1. Start Windows®.2. Place the mother

ROG Rampage ExtremeChapter summary11.1 Welcome! ... 1-11.2 Packag

4-50 Chapter 4: Software supportTo install the RAID driver in Windows XP:1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6>

AAppendix: CPU featuresThe Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the motherboard supports as well as the debug code table for the

ROG Rampage ExtremeChapter summaryAA.1 Intel® EM64T ...A-1A.2 Enhance

ROG Rampage Extreme A-1A.1 Intel® EM64T• The motherboard is fully compatible with Intel® LGA775 processors running on 32-bit operating systems.• Th

A-2 Appendix: CPU featuresA.2.2 Using the EISTTo use the EIST feature:1. Turn on the computer, then enter the BIOS Setup.2. Go to the Advanced Menu

ROG Rampage Extreme A-3A.3 Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology• The motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® LGA775 processors with Hyper-Threading Techn

A-4 Appendix: CPU featuresCode DescriptionCPU INITCPU InitiationDET CPUTest CMOS R/W functionality.CHIPINITEarly chipset initialization: -Disable shad

ROG Rampage Extreme A-58254TESTTest 82548259MSK1Test 8259 interrupt mask bits for channel 1.8259MSK2Test 8259 interrupt mask bits for channel 2.8259TE

A-6 Appendix: CPU featuresUSB FINALInitialize PnP boot devices 1. USB nal Initialization 2. NET PC: Build SYSID structure 3. Switch screen back to te

ROG Rampage Extreme 1-11.1 Welcome!Thank you for buying an ROG Rampage Extreme motherboard!The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest

iiE3935Second Edition V2 June 2008Copyright © 2008 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and softwa

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 Rampage Extreme 1-3PCIe 2.0 This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 device for twice the current speed and bandwidth. This enhances system

1-4 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionHigh Denition Audio Enjoy high-end sound quality on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Denition Audio

ROG Rampage Extreme 1-51.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking featuresFusion Block System The Fusion Block System is a more efcient t

1-6 Chapter 1: Product IntroductioniROG iROG is a special IC which enables several ROG highlighted functions that give you full disposal of the mothe

ROG Rampage Extreme 1-7Loadline Calibration Maintaining ample voltage support for the CPU is critical during overclocking. The Loadline calibration e

1-8 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionQ-Fan Plus technology The Q-Fan function automatically detects temperature and adjusts fan speed accordingly to ac

ROG Rampage Extreme 1-9AI Nap With AI Nap, the system can continue running at minimum power and noise when you are temporarily away. To wake the syst

1-10 Chapter 1: Product IntroductionC.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to open the sys

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

iiiContentsContents ... iiiNotices ...

2.1 Before you proceed ... 2-12.2 Motherboard overview ...

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-12.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboa

2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information2. Memory LED Refer to the illustration below for the location of the memory LED and the table below for LED den

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-34. Hard Disk LED The hard disk LED is designed to indicate the hard disk activity. It blinks when data is being written into

2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.2 Motherboard overview2.2.1 Motherboard layout2.2.2 SupremeFX X-Fi audio card layoutSUPREMEFXListen with Absol

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-52.2.3 Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Switches/Slots Page1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin

2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware informationDO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.2.2.4 Placement directionWhen installing the mo

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-72.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA775 socket designed for the Intel® Core™2 Extre

2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.3.1 Installing the CPUTo install a CPU:1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.Before installing the CPU, m

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-95. Position the CPU over the socket, making sure that the gold triangle is on the bottom-left corner of the socket then t the

ivContents2.5.4 PCI slots ... 2-192.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots ...

2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware informationThe motherboard supports Intel® LGA775 processors with the Intel® Enhanced Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), Enhanced

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-112.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fanThe Intel® LGA775 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly

2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.DO NOT forget to connect the CPU

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-13Channel SocketsChannel A DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2Channel B DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B22.4 System memory2.4.1 OverviewThe motherboard come

2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-si

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-15SS - Single-sided / DS - Double-sided DIMM support: • A*: Supports one module inserted in any slot as Single-channel me

2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5.4 Removing a DIMMTo remove a DIMM1. Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.Supp

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-172.5 Expansion slotsIn the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and

2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.5.3 Interrupt assignmentsIRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HPCI slot 1 shared – – – – – – –PCI

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-192.5.4 PCI slotsThe PCI slots support cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI spec

vContents3.2.9 General help ... 3-103.3 Extreme Tweaker menu ...

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.6 Slide switch and jumper1. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC_SW)This onboard slide switch allows you to enable the c

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-212. BIOS ash setting (6-pin BIOS_FLASHBACK)Two sets of BIOS Flash ROM (BIOS 1 and BIOS 2) are present on this motherboard. Th

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7 Connectors2.7.1 Rear panel connectors1. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.2. L

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-235. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 6. Line Out port (lime).

2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7.2 Internal connectors1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)This connector is for the provided opp

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-252. IDE connector (40-1 pin PRI_EIDE)The onboard IDE connector is for the Ultra DMA 133/100/66 signal cable. There are three c

2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware informationConnect the right-angle side of SATA signal cable to SATA device. Or you may connect the right-angle side of SATA

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-274. SIL5723 Serial ATA RAID connectors (7-pin SPEEDING HDD1/2 [black])These connectors are for the Serial ATA signal cables fo

2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information5. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB 78; USB 910; USB1112)These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB modu

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-297. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-pin CHA_FAN1–3, 3-pin PWR_FAN, 3-pin OPT_FAN1–3)The fan conne

viContents3.8.4 BIOS Flashback ... 3-463.9 Exit menu ...

2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information8. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3)These connectors are for temperature monitoring. Connect

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-3110. Audio connectors Optical drive audio connector: This connector allows you to receive stereoThis connector allows you to

2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information11. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The powe

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-3312. ROG connector (2-pin ROG)This connector is for the box labeled as Republic of Gamers on the heatpipe assembly. Connect th

2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cab

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-35ASUS Q-Connector (system panel)You can use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect chassis front panel cables in a few step

2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.7.3 Onboard switchesOnboard switches allow you to ne-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case syst

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-372.7.4 TweakItTweakIt, along with the LCD Poster, allows you full control over system voltages and frequency to fulll your ov

2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware informationTweakIt optionsThe following table shows TweakIt options. For detailed voltage and frequency settings, refer to 3.

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-392.8 Installing accessories2.8.1 Installing the optional fanInstall the optional fan only if you are using a passive cooler o

viiContentsA.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology (EIST) ...A-1A.2.1 System requirements ...

2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8.2 Installing the audio card1. Take out the audio card from the package.2. Locate the audio slot on the moth

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-412.8.3 Installing EL I/O shield and LCD Poster2. Orient the motherboard and install it to the chassis. Make sure that the mot

2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8.4 Installing Fusion Block System accessoryInstall your watercooling system to the motherboard using the bundl

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-43565. Connect the assembled tube to the waterblock and tighten the screw of the clamp using a screwdriver.6. Repeat Step 1 to

2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8.5 Replacing NB or MOS Thermal KitReplacing the North Bridge (NB) Thermal Kit1. Loosen the waterblock screws

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-45Replacing the MOS Thermal Kit1. Loosen the MOS heatsink screws and remove the heatsink. Keep the two screws for later use. 2.

2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.8.6 Installing DIY Pedestal1. Take out the DIY Pedestal from the motherboard package.2. Arrange and stick the

ROG Rampage Extreme 2-472.9 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Be sure that all sw

2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information2.10 Turning off the computer2.10.1 Using the OS shut down functionIf you are using Windows® Vista:1. Click th

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

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

Chapter summary3ROG Rampage Extreme3.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ... 3-13.2 BIOS setup program ...

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-13.1 Managing and updating your BIOSThe following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard Basic Input/Output S

3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setupQuit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility.3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoi

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-3Updating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows®

3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utilityThe ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to go through the long

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-53.1.3 AFUDOS utilityThe AFUDOS utility allows you to update the BIOS le in DOS environment using a bootable oppy disk with t

3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup2. Copy the AFUDOS utility (afudos.exe) from the motherboard support DVD to the bootable oppy disk you created earlier.3.

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-73.1.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utilityThe ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le

3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2 BIOS setup programThis motherboard supports two programmable rmware chips that you can update using the provided utilit

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-93.2.2 Menu barThe menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:Extreme Tweaker For changing the overclocking se

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

3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup3.2.4 Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-113.3 Extreme Tweaker menuThe Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Take caution when cha

3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setupThe following item appears only when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [X.M.P].eXtreme Memory Prole [Prole #1]Allows you to se

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-13The following three items appear when you set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual].OC From CPU Level Up [Auto]After you select a CPU

3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Screen Select Item+- Change OptionF1 General HelpF10 Save and ExitESC Exitv02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2008

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-15CPU Clock Skew [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps] [Delay 200ps] [Delay 300ps] –[Delay 1400ps]NB Clock S

3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setupRAS# to CAS# Delay [5 DRAM Clocks]Conguration options: [3 DRAM Clocks] [4 DRAM Clocks]–[18 DRAM Clocks]–[18 DRAM Clocks][18

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-17PRE to PRE Delay [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clocks] [2 DRAM Clocks] [3 DRAM Clocks]ALL PRE to ACT Delay [Auto]

3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setupCommon Performance Level [05] (This value is auto-detected)Set this item to a higher level for better compatibility or a low

ROG Rampage Extreme 3-19FSB Termination Voltage [Auto]Allows you to select the Front Side Bus Termination voltage. The text color in the conguration