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  • Page 1 ZENITH EXTREME...
  • 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 ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary ........... ix Package contents ..................... xiv Installation tools and components ................xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed ..............1-1 1.1.2...
  • Page 4 Monitor menu ................... 3-19 Chipset menu ................... 3-19 Boot menu ....................3-19 3.10 Tool menu ....................3-21 3.10.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............3-21 3.10.2 Secure Erase ................3-22 3.10.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile ............3-23 3.10.4 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-23 3.10.5...
  • Page 5 4.1.1 RAID definitions ................4-1 4.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ..........4-2 Creating a RAID driver disk ..............4-2 4.2.1 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ........4-2 ® Appendix Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-8...

  • 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 website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. 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.

  • Page 9: Rog Zenith Extreme Specifications Summary

    ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary TR4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors ® ® * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. X399 Chipset ® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors ® - 8 x DIMM, max. 128GB, DDR4 2800(O.C) / 2666 / 2400 /...
  • Page 10 ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary SupremeFX S1220 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs...
  • Page 11 ROG CloneDrive 1 x Clear CMOS Button 1 x BIOS Flashback Button 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module (1x1 802.11 ad Wi-Fi + 2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.1) Back I/O Ports 8 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports [blue] 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (1 x Type-A [red] and 1 x Type-C™...
  • Page 12 ROG ZENITH EXTREME specifications summary 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 header supports additional 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports...
  • Page 13 ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, BIOS Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE...

  • Page 14: Package Contents

    1 x 10-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x ROG big sticker 1 x ROG VGA holder 1 x ASUS 1x1 dual band Wi-Fi moving antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11ad compliant) 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi moving antenna (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)

  • Page 15: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD® TR4 CPU AMD® TR4 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 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 17: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 18: Motherboard Layout

    1.1.2 Motherboard layout Refer to 1.1.9 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 19: Layout Contents

    (2-pin W_IN; 2-pin W_OUT; 3-pin W_FLOW) 20. U.2 connector (U.2) 1-26 21. System panel connectors (10-1 pin F_PANEL; 4-pin SPEAKER) 1-22 22. ReTry button (RETRY_BUTTON) 1-10 23. Safe Boot button (SAFE_BOOT) 1-10 24. Slow Mode switch (SLOW_MODE) 1-11 25. RSVD switch (RSVD) 1-11 26. USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1314) 1-19 27. ROG Extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) 1-29 28. Addressable RGB header (4-1 pin ADD_HEADER) 1-24 29. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) 1-25 30. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-17 31. OLED connector (9-pin OLED_HEADER) 1-25 ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 20: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a TR4 socket designed for the AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ ® processors. The TR4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the TR4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 21: System Memory

    1.1.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 22: Memory Configurations

    Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C, and Channel D. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the quad channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 Mb (64 MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 23: Expansion Slots

    1.1.5 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 x16_1 slot PCIe x8_2 slot PCIe x4 slot PCIe x16_3 slot PCIe x1 slot PCIe x8/x4_4 slot ROG ZENITH EXTREME...
  • Page 24 AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors PCI Express 3.0 operating mode VGA Configuration 3-Way SLI™/ 4-Way SLI™/ Single VGA SLI™/CFX PCIe x16_1 PCIe x8_2 PCIe x16_3 PCIe x8/x4_4 * The PCIE_X8/X4_4 slot shares bandwidth with U.2. In 4-Way configuration, if the PCIE_X8/X4_4 is used in x8 mode, U.2 port will be disabled.

  • Page 25: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    1.1.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard buttons and switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system. 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 (RESET) Press the reset button to reboot the system. ROG ZENITH EXTREME...
  • Page 26 Safe Boot button (SAFE_BOOT) The Safe Boot button can be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. This button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining any overclocked settings allowing you to modify the settings causing boot failure. Use this button when overclocking or tweaking the settings of your system. ReTry button (RETRY_BUTTON) The ReTry button is specially designed for overclockers and is most useful during the booting process where the Reset button is rendered useless. When pressed, it forces the system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be retried in quick succession to achieve a successful POST. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-10...
  • Page 27 Slow Mode Switch (SLOW_MODE) Slow Mode Switch is employed during LN2 benching. The system may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking, enabling slow mode will decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing overclockers to keep track of their overclocking data. RSVD switch (RSVD) This switch is reserved for ASUS-authorized technicians only. Ensure to set this switch to disabled, enabling this switch may cause system failure. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-11...
  • Page 28 PCIe x16 Lane switch (PCIEX16_SW) These slide switches allows you to enable and disable the corresponding PCIe x16 slots. When one of the installed PCIe x16 cards is out of order, you can use the slide switch to find the faulty one without removing the cards. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-12...

  • Page 29: Jumper

    1.1.7 Jumper LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2_MODE) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-13...

  • Page 30: Onboard Leds

    1.1.8 Onboard LEDs Q LEDs (CPU, DRAM, VGA, BOOT) Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. The order which the LEDs light up may vary per CPU. The Q LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. Hard Disk LED (HD_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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-14...
  • Page 31 CPU ready LED (CPU_READY) This LED will indicate the current status of your CPU. A red light indicates that the CPU is not ready to boot, and the LED will turn green once the problem is solved. This user- friendly design helps you quickly identify whether your CPU is ready to boot or not. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-15...

  • Page 32: Internal Connectors

    1.1.9 Internal connectors Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_12; SATA 6G_34; ® SATA 6G_56) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD X399 chipset. ® • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support USB. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI]. Refer to section SATA Configuration for details. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-16...
  • Page 33 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_1) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 2 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports. The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-17...
  • Page 34 USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U31G1_910; 20-1 pin U31G1_1112) These connectors allow you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. • Ensure to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports under Windows ® • The plugged USB 3.1 Gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system’s setting. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-18...
  • Page 35 USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1314) This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 1 x USB 2.0 port (USB1314) at mid-board shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. Thermal sensor connectors (2-pin T_SENSOR1-2) These connectors are for the thermistor cables that monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermistor cable and place the sensor on the device or the motherboard’s component to detect its temperature. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-19...
  • Page 36 CPU, CPU optional, high amp, water pump+, extension, cover, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin H_AMP_FAN; 4-pin W_ PUMP+; 3-pin COV_FAN; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! • Ensure that the CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The EXT_FAN connector supports 2 of 5 thermal sensor sources. •...
  • Page 37 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V1; 8-pin EATX12V2; 4-pin EZ_PLUG)) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-21...

  • Page 38: System Panel Connector 10-1 Pin F_Panel

    System panel connectors (10-1 pin F_PANEL; 4-pin SPEAKER) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin or 3-1 pin PLED) The 2-pin or 3-1 pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin HDD_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the operating system settings. 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-22...
  • Page 39 LED connectors (8-pin LED_CON2; 13-pin LED_CON3) These connectors are for connecting LED strips on your cover. AURA RGB headers (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) These connectors are for RGB LED strips. The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V), and no longer than 2 m. 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. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is aligned with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up under the operating system. • The LED strip is purchased separately. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-23...
  • Page 40 Addressable RGB header (4-1 pin ADD_HEADER) This connector is for individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and a maximum of 60 LEDs. 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. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the addressable RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 5V connector is aligned with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up under the operating system. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-24...
  • Page 41 OLED connector (9-pin OLED_HEADER) This connector is used to connect your LiveDash OLED panel. The OLED panel provides you a quick overview of the system temperature, power status, and fan speeds when your system boots up. You can also upload a .gif file for a customized look. • Use the ROG LiveDash Utility to configure and customize the OLED panel. • The LiveDash OLED provides the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-25...
  • Page 42 U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. The U.2 connector shares bandwidth with the M.2_1 socket . Adjust the BIOS settings to use U.2 devices. M.2 sockets (M.2_1(Socket 3)) This socket allows you to install an M.2 SSD module. For AMD® Ryzen™ Threadripper™ Processors, the M.2(SOCKET3) supports PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-26...
  • Page 43 DIMM.2 slot (DIMM.2_SLOT) This socket allows you to install the bundled DIMM.2 card to connect M.2 SSD modules. • Before you install or remove the DIMM.2 card, 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 or DIMM.2 card. • The DIMM.2 card is notched to fit in only one orientation. Ensure that the notch on your card is aligned correctly with the DIMM.2 slot before inserting the card. • M.2_1 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 PCIe storage devices. • M.2_2 socket supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110 storage devices. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-27...
  • Page 44 Water in, water out, and water flow connectors (2-pin W_IN; 2-pin W_OUT; 3-pin W_FLOW) These connectors allow you to connect sensors to monitor the temperature and flow rate of your liquid cooling system. You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to optimize the thermal efficiency of your liquid cooling system. Water Block connector (9-pin WB_SENSOR) This connector allows you to connect a water block connector to monitor the temperature, flow rate, and water leak signals of your third party monoblocks. You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to optimize the thermal efficiency of your third party monoblocks. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-28...
  • Page 45 ROG extension connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel I/II. • The OC Panel I/II is purchased separately. • Support for OC Panel I/II varies over different platforms. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the devices and the latest compatibility list. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 1-29...

  • Page 46: Probeit

    1.1.10 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 can connect the multimeter to the motherboard as shown on the following figure. The illustration above is for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points may differ by model. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-30...

  • Page 47: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Load plate Rail frame External cap Carrier frame External cap with CPU Rail frame Rail frame PnP cap PnP cap ROG ZENITH EXTREME...
  • Page 48 Carrier frame with CPU The load plate screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 49: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly: The heatsink screws are T30 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended. ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 50: Motherboard Installation

    2.1.3 Motherboard installation Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

  • Page 51: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 52: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect both 8-pin power plugs. 2.1.6 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 53: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 2 connector USB 3.1 Gen 2 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector...

  • Page 54: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 55 To install FAN EXTENSION CARD The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 56: Installation

    2.1.9 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 57: Wi-Fi Antenna Installation

    Installing the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi and ASUS Wi-Fi 802.11ad(WiGig) antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the top two Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis, then connect the Wi-Fi 802.11ad(WiGig) antenna to the bottom Wi-Fi port.

  • Page 58: Bios Update Utility

    • 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. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 59: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. • When KeyBot II is activated, USB hot plug function of the KeyBot port (USB 3.1 Gen 1 port 1) will be temporarily disabled. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-13...
  • Page 60 * LAN ports LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection LAN port BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection ** Audio 2, 4, 6 or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel...

  • Page 61: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2 Speakers ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-15...
  • Page 62 Connect to 4 Speakers Connect to 6 Speakers Connect to 8 Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-16...

  • Page 63: 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 button for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 2-17...
  • Page 64 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-18...

  • Page 65: 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 66: Bios Setup Program

    RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode.

  • Page 67: Advanced Mode

    Scroll bar Menu bar Language MyFavorite(F3) Qfan Control(F6) EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) Hot Keys Go back to EZ Mode Last modified settings Menu items General help Search on the FAQ Displays the CPU temperature, CPU, and memory voltage output ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 68: Menu Bar

    Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration. My Favorites For changing the basic system configuration Main For changing the overclocking settings Extreme Tweaker For changing the advanced system settings Advanced For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing Monitor...

  • Page 69: Hot Keys

    Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code, scan this QR code on your mobile device to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also scan the following QR code: Hot keys This button above the menu bar contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program.

  • Page 70: Ez Mode

    3.2.2 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the <F7> hotkey for the advanced BIOS settings.

  • Page 71: Q-Fan Control

    Click to activate DC Mode configured PWM Mode Select a profile to Click to apply the fan setting apply to your fans Click to undo the Click to go back to main menu changes Select to manually configure your fans ROG ZENITH EXTREME...
  • Page 72 Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans’...

  • Page 73: Ez Tuning Wizard

    To start OC Tuning: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click OC then click Next. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. ROG ZENITH EXTREME...
  • Page 74 Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I’m not sure, then click Next. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-10...

  • Page 75: My Favorites

    My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-11...
  • Page 76 Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: Press <F3> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open Setup Tree Map screen. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen.

  • Page 77: Main Menu

    This item allows you to set the BCLK frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value. We recommend you to set the value based on the CPU specification, as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-13...

  • Page 78: Advanced Menu

    Custom CPU Core Ratio This item allows you to set a custom CPU core ratio. The CPU core ratio is calculated with the formula: 2 * FID / DID. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following item appears only when you set the Custom CPU Core Ratio to [Manual]. This item allows you to set the core frequency multiplier.

  • Page 79: Sata Configuration

    Onboard Devices Configuration The items in this menu allow you to switch between PCIe Lanes and configure onboard devices. HD Audio Controller This item allows you to use the Azalia High Definition Audio Controller Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-15...
  • Page 80 CPU PCIE Link Mode This item allows you to set the M.2/PCIE link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [GEN 1] [GEN 2] [GEN 3] SB PCIE Link Mode This item allows you to set the Southbridge link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [GEN 1] [GEN 2] [GEN 3] PCIEX8/X4_4 Bandwidth [X8 mode] The PCIEX8/X4_4 slot will run at X8 mode for high performance with the...

  • Page 81: Apm Configuration

    Internal GOP Configuration The items in this menu allow you to select the monitor output by Graphic Output Protocol. 3.6.8 Network Stack Configuration The items in this menu allow you to enable or disable the UEFI network stack ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-17...

  • Page 82: Hdd/Ssd Smart Information

    3.6.9 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices. NVM Express devices do not support SMART information. 3.6.10 NVMe Configuration You may view the NVMe controller and Drive information if an NVMe device is connected. 3.6.11 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.

  • Page 83: Monitor Menu

    Next Boot after AC Power Loss [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. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-19...

  • Page 84: Boot Configuration

    Boot Configuration Boot Logo Display [Auto] Sets the boot logo to display during POST. [Full Screen] Sets the boot logo display in full screen during POST. [Disabled] Disables the boot logo display during POST. Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST.

  • Page 85: Tool Menu

    3.10.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 86: Secure Erase

    Locked. 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 87: Asus Overclocking Profile

    This item displays the information about the graphics card installed in your system. GPU Post This item displays the information and recommended configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. ROG ZENITH EXTREME 3-23...

  • Page 88: Exit Menu

    3.11 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.

  • Page 89: Updating Bios

    3.12 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS.

  • Page 90: Asus Ez Flash 3

    3.12.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet.
  • Page 91 To update the BIOS by Internet: Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press <Enter>. Select via Internet. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then press <Enter>.

  • Page 92: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    3.12.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support USB drive that contains the BIOS file.

  • Page 93: Chapter 4: 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. ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 94: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    4.1.2 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 95: Appendix

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 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. ROG ZENITH EXTREME...
  • Page 96 Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, RSS-210, and CAN ICES- 3(B)/NMB-3(B). 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 97 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 98 FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
  • Page 99 ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama direktive 2014/53/EU. Cijeli with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/ 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na...
  • Page 100 Pilns ES atbilstības paziņojuma teksts pieejams šeit: zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno https://www.asus.com/support/ besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/support/ Wi-Fi darbība 5150–5350 MHz ir jāierobežo lietošanai telpās valstīs, kuras WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, norādītas tālāk.
  • Page 101 інсталяцією просто неба для країн, поданих у таблиці нижче. QCA9008-TBD1 output power table: Function Frequency Maximum Output Power (EIRP) 2412-2472 MHz 18 dBm WiFi 5150-5350 MHz 21 dBm 5470-5725 MHz 19 dBm WiGig 58.32-62.64 GHz 27 dBm Bluetooth 2402-2480 MHz 8 dBm ROG ZENITH EXTREME...

  • Page 102: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax...

  • Page 103: Declaration Of Conformity

    CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : ROG ZENITH EXTREME Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
  • Page 104 A-10 Appendix...

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