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  • Page 1 MAXIMUS VI GENE...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... vi About this guide ......................vii MAXIMUS VI GENE specifications summary ............ix Package contents ..................... xiii Installation tools and components ................. xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features ............. 1-2 1.1.3...
  • Page 4 3.6.10 ROG Effects ................3-41 Monitor menu ................... 3-42 Boot menu ....................3-45 Tools menu ....................3-50 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-50 3.9.2 ROG Secure Erase ..............3-50 3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-52 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-53 3.9.4...
  • Page 5 3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ............3-58 3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ..............3-59 Chapter 4: Software support Installing an operating system ..............4-1 Support DVD information ................4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD ............4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals..........4-2 Software information .................

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    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.

  • Page 9: Maximus Vi Gene Specifications Summary

    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 Z87 Express Chipset ® Dual channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 3000(O.C.) /DDR3 2800(O.C.) / DDR3 3000(O.C.) /DDR3 2800(O.C.) /...
  • Page 10 Connect; 4 ports at mid-board**) ASMedia USB 3.0 SuperSpeed USB HUB controller ® 4 x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports at back panel [blue]) * Supports ASUS USB3.0 Boost, UASP standard on the Intel native USB ® 3.0 is only supported under Windows ®...
  • Page 11 - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page)
  • Page 12 ROG GameFirst II ROG RAMDisk ROG CPU-Z Software ROG Mem TweakIt Kaspersky Anti-Virus ® DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities Form Factor mATX Form Factor, 9.6” x 9.6” (24.4cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS VI GENE Cables 3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6 Gb/s cables 1 x SLI bridge ® Accessories I/O Shield 1 x mPCIe Combo II expansion card 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label...

  • Page 14: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1150 CPU Intel LGA 1150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    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 ® platform to optimize the PCIe allocation of multiple GPUs, it supports up to 4-WAY GPU SLI ® �� or CrossFireX configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 16: Rog Unique Gaming Features

    1.1.2 ROG unique gaming features SupremeFX ROG-exclusive SupremeFX audio technology has been re-engineered using a new and unique circuit design with an extra op-amp. It offers 8-channel HD audio that’s equal in power, clarity, and range to dedicated sound cards. We achieve near-lossless audio quality with a signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of 115dB via use of multi-approach shielding.

  • Page 17: Rog Exclusive Features

    USB cable, allowing you to view real-time POST code and hardware status readouts on your notebook, as well as make on-the-fly parameter adjustments at a purely hardware level. The The dedicated ROG Connect cable is purchased separately. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 18: Asus Special Features

    ASUS special features AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple-to-use software package. It allows you to supervise fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities.

  • Page 19: Motherboard Overview

    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. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 20: Motherboard Layout

    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. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 21: Layout Contents

    16. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 1-47 17. RESET button 1-27 18. START (Power-on) button 1-27 19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-41 20. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-41 21. mPCIe Combo II connector (36-2-pin MPCIE_COMBO_II) 1-46 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 22: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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.

  • Page 23: 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 configurations ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 24: Memory Configurations

    Memory configurations 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 profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and other installed devices.
  • Page 25 MAXIMUS VI GENE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 3000 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) G.SKILL F3-3000C12Q-16GTXDG 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) 12-14-14-35 1.65 • • CORSAIR CML8GX3M2A3000C12R 8GB (2 x 4B ) 12-14-14-36 1.65...
  • Page 26 DDR3 2500 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) G.SKILL F3-20000CL10Q-16GBZHD(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) 10-11-11-31 1.65 • • DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket...
  • Page 27 16GB 11-12-11-30 1.65 • • (4x4GB) KINGSTON KHX21C11T3FK8/64X (XMP) 64GB 9-9-9-24 • • (8x8GB) Patriot PV316G213C1K (XMP) 16GB 11-11-11-30 • • (2x8GB) Patriot PVV34G2133C9K (XMP) 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • (2x2GB) (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-13...
  • Page 28 DDR3 2133 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) Patriot PXD38G2133C11K(XMP) 9-9-9-24 1.65 • (2x4GB) Patriot PXD38G2133C11K (XMP) 2133 11-11-11-27 • (2x4GB) Team TLD38G2133HC11ABK (XMP) 11-11-11-31 1.65 • • Team TXD34096M2133HC11A-V 11-11-11-31 1.65 •...
  • Page 29 G.SKILL F3-14900CL9Q-16GBZL (XMP) 16GB 9-10-9-28 • • (4x4GB) G.SKILL F3-14900CL9Q-8GBFLD (XMP) 9-9-9-24 • • (2x4GB) G.SKILL F3-1866C9Q-32GXM (XMP) 32GB 9-10-9-28 • • (4x8GB) KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3K2/8GX (XMP) 1.65 • • (2x4GB) (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-15...
  • Page 30 DDR3 1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) Patriot PXD34G1866ELK (XMP) 9-9-9-24 1.65 • (2x2GB) Patriot PXD38G1866ELK (XMP) 9-11-9-27 1.65 • • (2x4GB) Patriot PXD38G1866ELK (XMP) 9-11-9-27 1.65 • • (2x4GB) Patriot PXD38G1866ELK (XMP) 1866 9-10-9-27...
  • Page 31 1.65 • • (XMP) (3x2GB) CORSAIR CMX6GX3M3C1600C7 7-8-7-20 1.65 • • (XMP) (3x2GB) CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A1600C9 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • (Ver3.19)(XMP) (2x4GB) CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M2A1600C10 16GB 10-10- • • (Ver.3.24)(XMP) (2x8GB) 10-27 (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-17...
  • Page 32 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9 16GB 9-9-9-24 • • (XMP) (4x4GB) CORSAIR CMZ32GX3M4X1600C10 32GB 10-10- • • (Ver2.2)(XMP) (4x8GB) 10-27 CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8 8-8-8-24 • • (XMP) (2x4GB) CORSAIR...
  • Page 33 D9PFJ • • 1G6M1 Micron MT8JTF51264AZ-1G6E1 Micron D9QBJ • • MICRON MT8KTF25664AZ- MICRON D9PFJ • • 1G6M1 Mushkin 996805(XMP) 6-8-6-24 1.65 • (2x2GB) Mushkin 998805(XMP) 6-8-6-24 1.65 • • (3x2GB) (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-19...
  • Page 34 DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK 8-8-8 1.65 • (2x2GB) Patriot PGD316G1600ELK(XMP) 16GB 1.65 • • (2x8GB) Patriot PGD316G1600ELK(XMP) 16GB 9-9- • (2x8GB) 9-24 Patriot PGD38G1600ELK(XMP) 9-9-9-24 1.65 •...
  • Page 35 9-9-9-24 • • (XMP) (2x4GB) EKM324L28BP8-I13 • • Memory (2x2GB) Elixir M2F2G64CB88G7N-CG Elxir N2CB2G80GN-CG • ELPIDA EBJ41UF8BCF0-DJ-F ELPIDA J2108BCSE-DJ-F • G.SKILL F3-10600CL9D-4GBNT G.SKILL D3 128M8CE9 2GB 9-9-9-24 • • (2x2GB) (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-21...
  • Page 36 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) G.SKILL F3-10666CL7D- 7-7-7-21 • 8GBRH (XMP) (2x4GB) G.SKILL F3-10666CL8D- 8-8-8-21 • 4GBHK (XMP) (2x2GB G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D- 9-9-9-24 • • 8GBRL (2x4GB) G.SKILL F3-10666CL9D- 9-9-9-24 •...
  • Page 37 NT5CB128M8AN-CG • Power Silicon SP002GBLTU133V02 S-POWER 20YT3NG 9-9-9-24 • • Power Team TED34096M1333HC9 Team T3D2568LT-13 • • Team TED38G1333HC9BK 9-9-9-24 • Transcend JM1333KLH-8G Transcend TK963EBF3 • • (623654) Transcend TS1GLK64V3H MICRON D9QBJ • • (620053) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-23...
  • Page 38 Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 39: Expansion Slots

    Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x4_1 slot ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-25...

  • Page 40: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    PCIe operating mode VGA Configuration PCIE_X16/X8_1 PCIE_X8_2 Single VGA/PCIe card (Recommend for single VGA) Dual VGA/PCIe card • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI ®...

  • Page 41: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-27...

  • Page 42: Memok! Switch

    BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-28...

  • Page 43: Jumpers

    LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) When enabled, the LN2 Mode jumper allows your system to eliminate the cold bugs in the processor during POST. It allows the processor to run at an extremely low temperature. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-29...

  • Page 44: Onboard Leds

    1.2.8 Onboard LEDs Hard Disk LED The hard disk LED is designed to indicate the hard disk activity. It blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. The LED does not light up when there is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function.
  • Page 45 ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on button. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-31...
  • Page 46 BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Refer to the Q-Code table on the next page for details. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-32...
  • Page 47 Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Memory Installed 32 – 36 CPU post-memory initialization 37 – 3A Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started 3B – 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization is started DXE IPL is started (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-33...

  • Page 48: Q-Code Table

    Q-Code table Code Description Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory 50 – 53 speed Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Not used Power on.
  • Page 49 Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found Recovery firmware image is loaded F5 – F7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes Recovery PPI is not available (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-35...
  • Page 50 Q-Code table Code Description Recovery capsule is not found Invalid recovery capsule FB – FF Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services 63 – 67 CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started...
  • Page 51 USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) B8– BF Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-37...
  • Page 52 Q-Code table Code Description PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error)

  • Page 53: Internal Connectors

    When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [ 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. SATA 6 Gb/s port 5 will be disabled when M.2 slot on mPCIe Combo II is in use. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-39...
  • Page 54 ASMedia Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/2 [red]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports.
  • Page 55 • If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD] or [AC97]. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-41...
  • Page 56 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 57 • The CPU fan connector has a special latch that detects the installed CPU fan type and automatically changes the fan control mode (DC mode and PWM mode) for the most precise fan control function. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-43...
  • Page 58 If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 59: System Panel Connector 20-8 Pin Panel

    Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-45...
  • Page 60 DirectKey connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function. Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. Ensure that your chassis comes with the extra button cable that supports the DirectKey feature.
  • Page 61 TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-47...

  • Page 62: Probeit

    1.2.10 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your system’s current voltage and OC settings. Use a multimeter to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. See the illustration below to locate the respective ProbeIt points. Using ProbeIt You may connect the multitester to the motherboard as shown on the following figure. The photos above are for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points location may differ by models.

  • Page 63: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...
  • Page 64 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 65: Cpu Installation

    2.1.2 CPU installation Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 66: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 67 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 68: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 69: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 70: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 71: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 72: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 73: Mpcie Combo Ii Installation

    Remove the two short screws at the back of the mPCIe Combo II card metal cover. Remove the long screw at the front, then remove the metal cover. Set aside the plastic washers and remove the cap screws. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-11...
  • Page 74 Align and insert the mPCIe Wi-Fi module into the mPCIe slot. Press down the Wi-Fi module matching its screw holes with the screw holes on the mPCIe Combo II card. The mPCIe Wi-Fi module fits in one orientation only. If it does not fit, try reversing it. Secure the mPCIe Wi-Fi module with the cap screws that you removed in step 3.
  • Page 75 Remove the long screw at the front, then remove the metal cover. Align and insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the M.2 slot. The M.2 (NGFF) SSD module fits in one orientation only. If it does not fit, try reversing it. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-13...
  • Page 76 Replace the metal cover and secure the back of the metal cover with the two short screws that you removed in step 1. Secure the front of the metal cover with the long screw that you removed in step Installing the mPCIe Combo II card To install the mPCIe Combo II card to your motherboard: Remove the black screw near the 36-2 pin connector.
  • Page 77 Secure the mPCIe Combo II card either to the motherboard or the rear I/O shield using the black screw that you removed in step 1. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-15...
  • Page 78 Installing the Wi-Fi antenna connector If you installed a Wi-Fi module on the mPCIe Combo II, you would need to install the Wi-Fi antenna connector. The Wi-Fi antenna and its cables are purchased separately. To install the Wi-Fi antenna connector: Remove the bolt from the Wi-Fi antenna connector but leave the washer on the washer...

  • Page 79: Bios Update Utility

    Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center.

  • Page 80: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors 1. Clear CMOS 2. ASMedia USB 3.0 port E1-4 ASMedia USB 3.0 port E1-4 3. Optical S/PDIF OUT port Optical S/PDIF OUT port 4. LAN (RJ-45) port* LAN (RJ-45) port* 5.

  • Page 81: Audio I/O Connections

    Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray – – – Side Speaker Out 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-19...
  • Page 82 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-20...
  • Page 83 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-21...
  • Page 84 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-22...

  • Page 85: Starting Up For The First Time

    While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-23...
  • Page 86 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-24...

  • Page 87: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 88: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: •...

  • Page 89: Ez Mode

    Power Saving mode • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. The Boot Menu (F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the • system. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 90: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. Menu items Menu bar General help...

  • Page 91: Menu Items

    This button allows you to enter notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. • You can only use the alphanumeric characters to enter your notes. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 92: My Favorites

    Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add.

  • Page 93: Extreme Tweaker Menu

    Be cautious when changing the settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display other BIOS items. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...
  • Page 94 The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] Default is set to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/ [Enabled] User-defined memory frequency mode.
  • Page 95 The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:100. [100:133] The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:133. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PCIE Frequency item settings. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 96: Dram Timing Control

    Xtreme Tweaking [Disabled] This item may help improve some benchmarks performance. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU Graphics Max. Ratio [Auto] Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU Graphics Ratio or manually set a value for an optimal CPU Graphics Ratio. Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the CPU graphics ratio. The minimum value depends on the installed CPU.
  • Page 97 Load timing profile for Load 4x8GB Samsung 1.65V 2600 chipset Load 2x8GB Hynix 1.85V 2600 Load timing profile for 2x8GB Hynix 1.85V 2600 chipset Load 4x8GB Hynix 1.65V 2600 Load timing profile for 4x8GB Hynix 1.65V 2600 chipset ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-11...
  • Page 98 Load 2x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 Load timing profile for 2x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 chipset Load 4x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 Load timing profile for 4x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 chipset Load 2GB RAW MHz Load timing profile for 2GB RAW MHz chipset Load 4GB/8GB RAW MHz Load timing profile for 4GB/8GB RAW MHz chipset Maximus Tweak [Auto]...
  • Page 99 Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-13...
  • Page 100 DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHB_R0D0 [Auto]...
  • Page 101 [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized ...] Set this item to [Optimized (ASUS)] to enhance system stability. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] DQ Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over-voltage.
  • Page 102 DRAM Swizzling Bit 2 [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Trained] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM Swizzling Bit 3 [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Trained] [Enabled] [Disabled] RAW MHz Aid [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking at the expense of performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] IC Optimizer [Auto] Enabling may help overclocking when using Samsung IC DIMMs.
  • Page 103 This item allows you to set a fixed CPU frequency. Use the <��> or <-> keys to adjust the valinterval. VCCIN MOS Volt Control [Auto] This is the driving voltage for the MOSFET on the VCCIN Rail. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Active VGD] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-17...
  • Page 104 Allows you to set the power phase control of the CPU. [Standard] Set the phase control based on the CPU command. [Optimized] Set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Set the full phase mode [Manual Set manually to a faster phase response to increase system...
  • Page 105 Allows you to set the power phase control of the DRAM. [Auto] Allows you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the full phase mode. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...
  • Page 106 Tweakers’ Paradise The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. BCLK Tuning VCCIN Shadow Voltage [Auto] Pseudo Voltage for VCCIN. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.800] – [2.440V] Termination Anti-Aliasing [Auto] Termination Anti-Aliasing. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Initial PLL Termination Voltage [Auto] Initial Voltage at which CPU BCLKs are terminated.

  • Page 107: Cpu Power Management

    When this item is set to [+] or [-], the Frequency Tuning Offset appears and allows you to set its value from 0% to 6%. * Appear only when you set the Turbo Mode to [Disabled]. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-21...
  • Page 108 CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback [Auto] Allows the CPU to take precautionary actions when the thermal conditions of the external regulator exceeds the threshold. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] CPU Integrated VR Fault Management [Auto] Allows you to prevent tripping the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when doing over-voltage.
  • Page 109 Configures the amount of Voltage fed to the UNCore of the processor including it is cache. Increase when increasing CPU Cache Frequency. Use <+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 1.050000V to 2.200000V at 0.003125V increment. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-23...
  • Page 110 CPU Graphics Voltage [Auto] Configures the amount of Voltage fed to the onboard graphics unit on the processor. Increase when increasing IGPU Frequency. Use <+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800000V to 1.920000V at 0.001000V increment. CPU System Agent Voltage [Auto] Configures the amount of Voltage fed to the System Agent of the processor including it is PCIE Controller and Power Control Unit.
  • Page 111 Allows you to enable, disable or set to automatic, the BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] BCLK Recovery [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the BCLK recovery feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Ignore] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-25...

  • Page 112: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings.

  • Page 113: Administrator Password

    Installed. To set a user password: Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press <Enter>. Confirm the password when prompted. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-27...

  • Page 114: Advanced Menu

    To change a user password: Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>. Confirm the password when prompted.

  • Page 115: Cpu Configuration

    Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-29...
  • Page 116 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0). Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] ® [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several systems.

  • Page 117: Pch Configuration

    Allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. DMI Link ASPM Control [Auto] Allows you to control the ASPM (Active State Power Management) on both Northbridge side and Southbridge side of the DMI Link. Configuration options: []Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-31...

  • Page 118: Intel Smart Connect Technology

    ASPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to set the ASPM level. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PCIe Speed [Auto] Allows you to select the PCI Express port speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] Intel (R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology.

  • Page 119: Sata Configuration

    Set to [RAID] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Aggressive LPM Support [Auto] Allows you to enable the PCH to aggressively enter link power state. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-33...

  • Page 120: System Agent Configuration

    S.M.A.R.T. Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is a monitor system. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 - SATA6G_6 [Red]) These items appear only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [AHCI] or [RAID], and allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support.

  • Page 121: Memory Configuration

    Allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters. Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Memory Scrambler support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Memory Remap [Enabled] Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-35...

  • Page 122: Usb Configuration

    3.6.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program.

  • Page 123: Platform Misc Configuration

    The following item appears only when you set the PCI Express Native Power Management to [Enabled]. Native ASPM [Disabled] [Enabled] Vista controls the ASPM support for the device. [Disabled] BIOS controls the ASPM support for the device. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-37...

  • Page 124: Onboard Devices Configuration

    3.6.7 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. The following items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high-definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio...
  • Page 125 Intel PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel LAN controller. ® Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-39...

  • Page 126: Apm

    3.6.8 ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled (S4��S5] [Enabled (S5)] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into ON state after an AC power loss.

  • Page 127: Network Stack

    Onboard LED [Enabled] This item allows you to enable all the onboard LEDs. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] SupremeFX Lighting LED [Enabled] This item allows you to enable the SupremeFX Lighting LED. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-41...

  • Page 128: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Voltage Monitor CPU Core 0-3 Voltage;...

  • Page 129: Fan Speed Control

    Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 40% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-43...
  • Page 130 Chassis1/Chassis2/Chassis3 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. Chassis1/Chassis2/Chassis3 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.

  • Page 131: Boot Menu

    Next Boot after AC Power Loss [Normal Boot] [Normal Boot] Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss. [Fast Boot] Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-45...
  • Page 132 HW Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows the system to enable or disable the HW Fast Boot. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] DirectKey Enable [Go to BIOS...] [Disabled] Disables the DirectKey button. The system will only power on or off when you press the DirectKey button. [Go to BIOS Setup] Allows the system to power on and go to the BIOS Setup directly when you press the DirectKey button.
  • Page 133 [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from PCIe/PCI Expansion Devices [Legacy OpROM first] Allows you to select the type of PCIe/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-47...

  • Page 134: Secure Boot

    Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect ® the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST. OS Type [Windows UE..] [Windows UEFI Allows you to select your installed operating system. Execute Mode] the Microsoft Secure Boot check.
  • Page 135 Append dbx from File Allows you to load the additional dbx from a storage device so that more db’s images cannot be loaded. The dbx file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-49...

  • Page 136: Tools Menu

    To launch ROG SSD Secure Erase, click Tool > ROG SSD Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may become unstable if you run Secure Erase on an incompatible SSD.
  • Page 137 SSDs might be locked if the Secure Erase process is either incomplete or was stopped. This may be due to a third party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase.

  • Page 138: Asus O.c. Profile

    3.9.3 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. The O.C. Profile Configuration items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Add your CMOS Profile Label Allows you to input the label of the setup profiles.

  • Page 139: Asus Spd Information

    CPU input voltage, BCLK Frequency, and CPU ratio in the UEFI BIOS. The saved values can be synchronized to a compatible OC Panel device and these values can be tweaked or configured using the OC Panel without going to the BIOS menu. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-53...

  • Page 140: Load Default

    CPU Core Voltage [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to configure the amount of Voltage fed to the cores of the processor. You can use <+> or <-> key to raise or reduce the voltage by an increment of 0.003125V. The minimum voltage is 1.05000V and the maximum voltage is 2.20000V.

  • Page 141: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-55...

  • Page 142: Updating Bios

    Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program.

  • Page 143: Asus Ez Flash 2

    3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 144: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 145: Asus Bios Updater

    3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
  • Page 146 At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/05/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: MAXIMUS VI GENE BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: 0204 UNKNOWN VER: DATE: 01/01/2012...
  • Page 147 • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-61...
  • Page 148 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-62...

  • Page 149: Chapter 4: Software Support

    Support DVD information The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Ensure that you have an Administrator account before running the support DVD in...

  • Page 150: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files. Acrobat ® To read about your motherboard’s utility guide: Click Manual tab > ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide. From the Manual folder, open the folder of the software manual that you wish to read.

  • Page 151: Software Information

    View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite 3 Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing AI Suite 3 in Windows ®...
  • Page 152 Launching AI Suite 3 Windows 7 OS ® From the Desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. You can also launch AI Suite 3 in Windows 7 by clicking on the Notification area.
  • Page 153 • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.

  • Page 154: Dual Intelligent Processors 4

    4.4.1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 comes with these five utilities in one interface: 4-Way Optimization, TurboV Processing Unit (TPU), Energy Processing Unit (EPU), DIGI�� Power Control, and Fan Xpert 2. 4-Way Optimization The 4-Way Optimization utility allows you to automatically tweak the TPU, EPU, DIGI �� Power Control and Fan Xpert 2 to their optimal settings.
  • Page 155 TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) ASUS TPU allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency, CPU Cache and Core frequencies, DRAM frequency, and related voltages for an enhanced system stability and boost performance. Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may lead to an unstable system.

  • Page 156: Gpu Boost

    Voltage Drag the slider to adjust CPU Core, CPU Cache, CPU Analog I/O, PCH Interfacing, VTTDDR, and PCHVLX voltages. Drag the slider to adjust DRAM, CPU System Agent, CPU Digital I/O, PCH, CPU Input, and PLL Termination voltages. Drag the slider to adjust PCH ICC Voltage Click to apply the adjustments...

  • Page 157: Energy Processing Unit (Epu)

    • Configured Max CPU Power may decrease the total power delivery to the CPU and affects the CPU performance under system heavy load. To restore your system to its default settings, reboot your computer. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...
  • Page 158 • DRAM Power Phase Control Select Extreme for full phase mode to increase system performance or select Optimized for ASUS optimized phase tuning profile to increase DRAM power efficiency. • DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously.

  • Page 159: Fan Xpert 2

    Click to undo the sliders to the changes adjust the fan’s responsiveness Click to apply the changes Click to go back to the previous Click to switch between the screen CPU and chassis fan screens ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-11...
  • Page 160 RPM Mode RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75 Click and drag to adjust the fan’s speed Click to undo the changes Click to apply the changes Click to go back to the previous Click to switch between the screen...

  • Page 161: Ez Update

    AI Suite 3 main menu bar. EZ Update screen Click to automatically update your motherboard’s driver, software and firmware Click to select a Click to update Click to search and boot logo the BIOS select the BIOS file ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-13...

  • Page 162: Usb 3.0 Boost

    • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. • Use the USB 3.0 devices for high performance. The data transfer speed varies with Use the USB 3.0 devices for high performance.

  • Page 163: System Information

    Information on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Viewing the motherboard information From the System Information screen, click MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Viewing the CPU information From the System Information screen, click CPU tab to view the processor’s information. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-15...
  • Page 164 Viewing the SPD information From the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory’s information. Chapter 4: Software support 4-16...

  • Page 165: Usb Bios Flashback

    2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user manual for more details. To download the updated BIOS: From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click Check for New BIOS Update. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-17...

  • Page 166: Ai Charger

    4.4.6 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices.** Launching Ai Charger+ on the top edge of the screen, then click Ai Charger+ on To launch Ai Charger+, click the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.

  • Page 167: Usb Charger

    2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user manual for more details. • The USB Charger+ does not support USB hubs and USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. • The USB Charger�� may not recognize some ASUS devices due to a special design. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-19...

  • Page 168: Audio Configurations

    4.4.8 Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio ® experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Sensing function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes the Realtek proprietary UAJ ®...

  • Page 169: Rog Connect

    Double-click the RC TweakIt shortcut on the remote PC to activate the function Using RC TweakIt To use the RC TweakIt Use the sliders and buttons to monitor or adjust the settings in your local PC. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-21...
  • Page 170 Click Function to display more options. RC Poster RC Poster shows the status of the local system during the POST. You can switch the display mode between String and Code. RC Remote RC Remote allows you to operate your local system through the ROG Connect cable.

  • Page 171: Memtweakit

    MemTweakIt settings to generate a memory efficiency score that you can share and compare with other users on the ROG website. To use MemTweakIt, double-click on the desktop. Click About tab and click REPUBLIC OF GAMERS to access ROG official website. Click OK to exit MemTweakIt. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-23...
  • Page 172 To validate and save your configuration online: Launch MemTweakIt and click Validate. In Online Mode, key in your ASUS account ID and password, and click Submit. Your configuration will be displayed in MemTweakIt webpage. To validate and save your configuration manually: Launch MemTweakIt and click Validate.

  • Page 173: Ramdisk

    Click to create RAMDisk drives Move the slider to the Click the drop-down right to set the size arrow to choose a allocation drive name for your RAMDIsk Click Add to finish creaing the RAMDIsk drive ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-25...

  • Page 174: Creating/Deleting A Junction Point

    To delete an existing RAMDisk drive: Click to delete the existing RAMDisk drive. Creating/Deleting a Junction Point A junction point creates a link that remaps the original contents into the RAMDisk, enabling access to the desired application or data to be done purely within the original file location. Select the Junction tab to create your junction point...
  • Page 175 Synchronizing backup files After creating a junction point, RAMDisk automatically creates a backup folder in the file’s original location. Use RAMDisk to manually synchronize updates with these backup files. Click Synchronize to update your files ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-27...
  • Page 176 Chapter 4: Software support 4-28...

  • Page 177: Chapter 5: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 178: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 179: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...
  • Page 180 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0...
  • Page 181 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...
  • Page 182 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name...
  • Page 183 Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility ® To exit the utility: From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit, and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 184: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows operating system ® on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk.

  • Page 185: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...
  • Page 186 Chapter 5: RAID support 5-10...

  • Page 187: Appendices

    The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE...

  • Page 188: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 189: Rf Equipment Notices

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 190 Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. NCC: Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC (RF Equipment) Appendices...

  • Page 191: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...
  • Page 192 Appendices...

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