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  • Page 1 MAXIMUS VI 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 ..................... vii About this guide ....................... viii MAXIMUS VI EXTREME specifications summary ............ x OC Panel specifications summary ................xv Package contents ..................... xvi Installation tools and components ................ xvii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1...
  • Page 4 3.5.10 LED Control................3-39 Monitor menu ................... 3-40 Boot menu ....................3-44 Tools menu ....................3-48 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-48 3.9.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-48 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-49 3.9.4 BIOS Flashback ................ 3-50 3.10...
  • Page 5 3.11 Updating BIOS ..................3-52 3.11.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ..............3-53 3.11.2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ............3-54 3.11.3 ASUS BIOS Updater ..............3-55 3.12 Secure Erase .................... 3-58 Chapter 4: Software support Installing an operating system ..............4-1 Support DVD information ................
  • Page 6 Appendices Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-5...

  • Page 7: 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 8: 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 9: 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 10: Maximus Vi Extreme Specifications Summary

    Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* ® * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU ® type. ** Refer to www.support.asus.com/cpu.aspx for Intel CPU support list. Chipset Intel Z87 Express Chipset ® Dual channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2800(O.C.) / 2666(O.C.) / 2600(O.C.) / 2500 (O.C.) / 2400 (O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) /...
  • Page 11 ® - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board [blue], 2 ports at back panel [red] with ASUS USB 3.0 Boost support*) - 8 x USB 2.0 ports (2 ports at back panel, 1 port reserved for ROG Connect; 6 ports at mid-board** ASMedia USB 3.0 SuperSpeed USB HUB controller...
  • Page 12 - ROG SSD Secure Erase - O.C. Profile - ROG Pulse CPU Level Up Probelt ROG RAMDisk ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 4 - 4-way Optimization Tuning Key ASUS EPU ASUS Wi-Fi GO! ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Suite III - TurboV EVO...
  • Page 13 ASUS Q-Design Special Features - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x ROG Connect button 2 x USB 2.0 ports (1 port can be switched to ROG Connect) 6 x USB 3.0 ports [blue]...
  • Page 14 1 x SLI cable ® 1 x CrossFire™ cable 1 x ROG Connect cable 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit 1 x 12-in-1 ROG Cable Label 1 x ROG Magnet Manageability WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE 64 Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI BIOS Features 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS...

  • Page 15: Oc Panel Specifications Summary

    Requirements 1 x SATA power cable from system power supply Maximus VI Series and other motherboards with ROG_EXT port *Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest motherboard support/compatibility lists. Compatibility **Please install the latest utility/firmware (ROG PLUS) for better compatibility.

  • Page 16: Package Contents

    1 x mPCIe Combo II card with dual band Wi-Fi / Bluetooth module 1 x dual band Wi-Fi Moving Antenna 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 1 x ROG Magnet Application DVD ROG motherboard support DVD...

  • Page 17: 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 18 xviii...

  • Page 19: 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 EXTREME...

  • Page 20: Rog Intelligent Performance & Overclocking Features

    1.1.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features mPCIe Combo II ROG mPCIe Combo II offers expandability solutions with the latest connectivity standards via the proprietary connector onboard. It provides your system with the fastest Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.0 connection. It also features the M.2 (NGFF) slot for an optimal system performance.

  • Page 21: Loadline Calibration

    RPMs. In extreme mode, some of the most commonly used voltage tuning settings are offered, along with Subzero Sense and VGA Hotwire, giving you field access to super-cool liquid thermal temp readings and streamlined hardware-level GPU overvolting. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...

  • Page 22: Asus Special Features

    ASUS special features Wi-Fi GO! ASUS Wi-Fi GO! leads the way to a more enjoyable home entertainment. With ASUS Wi-Fi GO!, you can wirelessly stream media files to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your mobile device, and easily transfer files between your computer and mobile device.

  • Page 23: Rog Ramdisk

    RAM performance while accessing them. Plus, this extends SSD lifespan and keeps your main storage optimized for really important tasks, and you get auto data backup and restore. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...

  • Page 24: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 1.2.1 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.

  • Page 25: 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. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...

  • Page 26: Layout Contents

    Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page 1. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V, 4-pin EATX12V) 1-43 2. LGA1150 CPU Socket 3. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin 1-41 CPU_OPT, 4-pin OPT_FAN1-3, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3) 4. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-10 5.

  • Page 27: 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 28: System Memory

    1.2.4 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 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 29: Memory Configurations

    3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-11...
  • Page 30 MAXIMUS VI EXTREME Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2800 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size Timing Voltage (Optional) Brand AVEXIR AVD3U28001204G-4CI 16GB (4x4GB) 12-14-14-35 1.65V • • CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2800C11 16GB (4x4GB) 11-14-14-35 1.65V •...
  • Page 31 11-12-11-30 1.65 • • 16GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX21C11T3FK8/64X(XMP) 64GB (8x 8GB) 9-9-9-24 • • Patriot PXD38G2133C11K(XMP) 8GB (2x 4GB) 2133 11-11- • 11-27 Team TLD38G2133HC11ABK(XMP) 11-11-11-31 1.65 • • Team TXD34096M2133HC11A- 11-11-11-31 1.65 • • V(XMP) ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-13...
  • Page 32 DDR3 2000 MHz capability DIMM socket Chip support Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand (Optional) Patriot PV736G2000ELK(XMP) 6GB (3x2GB) 7-7-7-20 1.65 • • Silicon Power SP002GBLYU200S02(XMP) • • Team TXD32048M2000C9(XMP) Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 • • Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24...
  • Page 33 • 32GXM(XMP) (4x8GB) GEIL GET316GB1600 16GB 9-9-9- • • C9QC(XMP) (4x4GB) GEIL GUP34GB1600C 7-7-7- • 7DC(XMP) (2x2GB) GoodRam GR1600D364L9/2G GoodRam GF1008KC-JN • • KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/ 12GB 1.65 • 12GX(XMP) (3x4GB) (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-15...
  • Page 34 DDR3 1600 MHz capability DIMM socket support Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage (Optional) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/ 1.65 • • 6GX(XMP) (3x2GB) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/8G • • (2x4GB) KINGTIGER KTG2G1600PG3(XMP) • • MICRON MT16JTF1G64AZ- MICRON D9PBC • •...
  • Page 35 • • KINGMAX FLFF65F-C8KL9 KINGMAX KFC8FNLXF-DXX-15A • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9H/4G ELPIDA J2108BDBG-GN-F • • KINGSTON KVR13N9S8H/4 ELPIDA J4208BBBG-GN-F • • KINGTIGER F10DA2T1680 KINGTIGER KTG1333PS1208NST- • • KINGTIGER KTG2G1333PG3 • • (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-17...
  • Page 36 ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • 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. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 37: Expansion Slots

    Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_A2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_B2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_3 slot PCIe 2.0/1.1 x4_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x8_4 slot ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-19...
  • Page 38 PCIe Express 3.0 operating mode VGA Configuration SLI/ 3-WAY SLI/ 4-WAY SLI/ Single VGA CrossFireX CrossFireX CrossfireX PCIe 3.0/2.0_x16/x8_1 x16 (Native) x8 (Native) x8 (Native) x8 (Native) – – PCIe 3.0/2.0_x16_A2 – – – PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_B2 x8 (Native) – – PCIe 3.0/2.0_x8_3 –...
  • Page 39 – EHCI# 0 (USB 2.0) – – – – – – shared EHCI# 1 (USB 2.0) – – – – shared – – – XHCI (USB 3.0) – – – – – shared – – ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-21...

  • Page 40: Onboard Buttons And Switches

    1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons 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 The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system.
  • Page 41 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. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-23...
  • Page 42 BIOS Switch button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Press the BIOS button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the BIOS you are using. Slow Mode switch Slow Mode switch allows your system to provide better overclocking margins when using the LN2 cooling system.
  • Page 43 When one of the installed PCIe x16 cards is out of order, you can slide the switch to find out the faulty one without removing the cards. Fast Boot switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the Fast Boot feature. When enabled, the system boot speed is accelerated. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-25...
  • Page 44 DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button. With DirectKey, you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the <Del> key during POST. It also allows you to turn on or turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during boot-up.

  • Page 45: Jumpers

    POST. It allows the processor to run at an extremely low temperature and helps the system boot fast. * The cold bug is an issue with CPUs that causes to fail to boot at low (usually sub zero) temperatures. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-27...

  • Page 46: 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 47 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 EXTREME 1-29...
  • Page 48 BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is in use. Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status.
  • Page 49 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 EXTREME 1-31...

  • Page 50: 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 51 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 EXTREME 1-33...
  • Page 52 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 53 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 EXTREME 1-35...
  • Page 54 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 55: Internal Connectors

    Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual • bundled in the motherboard support DVD. When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section • 3.6.3 SATA Configuration for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-37...
  • Page 56 ASMedia Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12/E34 [red]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 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 57 This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-39...
  • Page 58 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 59 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN connector and CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. • 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.
  • Page 60 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...
  • Page 61 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • 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. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...

  • Page 62: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 63 You must enable the OPT FAN 1/2/3 overheat protection in BIOS if you connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors. The thermal sensor cables are purchased separately. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-45...
  • Page 64 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 65 ROG Extension - OC Panel connector (18-1 pin ROG_EXT) This connector is for the OC Panel. The OC Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings, loading the OS, or using overclocking software utilities. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 1-47...

  • Page 66: 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 67: 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 68 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 69: 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 EXTREME...

  • Page 70: 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 71 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...

  • Page 72: Dimm Installation

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

  • Page 73: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...

  • Page 74: Sata Device Connection

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

  • Page 75: 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 EXTREME...

  • Page 76: Expansion Card Installation

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

  • Page 77: Mpcie Combo Ii Installation

    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 EXTREME 2-11...
  • Page 78 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 2. Installing the mPCIe Combo II card To install the mPCIe Combo II card to your motherboard: Remove the black screw near the...
  • Page 79 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 EXTREME 2-13...
  • Page 80 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 81: 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. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...

  • Page 82: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    5. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port 6. ROG Connect button 7. ASMedia USB 3.0 port E3 and E4, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode 8. USB 3.0 port E1 and E2, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode 9. HDMI port 10.

  • Page 83: 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 EXTREME 2-17...
  • Page 84 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 85 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 2-19...
  • Page 86 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 87: Oc Panel

    Start Button Start Start Start Subzero Sense Value up Button OK button connector Right Arrow button Left Arrow button Reset button Clear button Value Down button Fan connectors 1,2 Fan connectors 3,4 VGA Hotwire connectors ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 2-21...
  • Page 88 OC Panel LCM Display in Normal Mode OC Panel LCM Display in Extreme Mode 2-22 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 89: Setting Up Your Oc Panel In Normal Mode

    (2) screws. Align and insert the OC Panel into the OC Panel 5.25-inch drive bay metal case. OC Panel fits in one orientation only. If it does not fit, try reversing it. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 2-23...
  • Page 90 Secure the OC Panel to the OC Panel 5.25-inch drive bay metal case with the two (2) screws. Ensure that the OC Panel fits snugly into the OC Panel 5.25-inch drive bay metal case. Shut down your computer. Open your computer chassis and remove the front cover of an available 5.25-inch drive bay.

  • Page 91: Setting Up Your Oc Panel In Extreme Mode

    SATA Power cable (B) to the OC Panel. Locate the ROG_EXT connector on the motherboard and connect the OC Panel cable. Boot your computer. Press the OC Panel power button to turn on the OC Panel LCM display. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 2-25...

  • Page 92: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Ensure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 93: 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 94: 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, press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>, POST continues with its routines.

  • Page 95: 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 EXTREME...

  • Page 96: 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 97: 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 EXTREME...

  • Page 98: 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 99: 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 EXTREME...
  • Page 100 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 101 Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to its possible minimum value. Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [30] Max CPU Cache Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the uncore ratio of the processor to its possible maximum value. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...
  • Page 102 Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you to enable the internal PLL voltage for K-SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode. [Auto] The DRAM speed is set to its optimized settings.
  • Page 103 DRAM WRITE to READ Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM CAS# Write to Latency [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-11...
  • Page 104 RTL IOL control DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHA_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R0D1) [Auto]...
  • Page 105 Allows you to enable or disable the Channel B DIMM slots with the following configuration options: [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)] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-13...
  • Page 106 DQ Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over-voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] – [-16] DQS Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over-voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] – [-16] CMD Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing usually helps overclocking and over-voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+16] –...
  • Page 107 Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [Active VGD] The following item appears only when you set the VGD to [Manual]. Manual VGD [5.5V] This item allows you to manually choose the VGD. Configuration options: [5V] [5.5V] [6.5V] [7V] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-15...
  • Page 108 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 109 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 EXTREME...
  • Page 110 Tweakers’ Paradise The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. 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 111 PCIE Clock Amplitude [Auto] Adjust the magnitude of the PCIE Clocks. Higher may be better. Configuration options: [Auto] [+5] - [-4] Internal Graphics [Auto] Keep IGD enabled based on setup options. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-19...

  • Page 112: Cpu Power Management

    CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production.
  • Page 113 Allows you to set the power saving threshold for overclocking. A low value provides enough power for overclocking. A high value provides a better power saving condition. The value ranges from: Level 1 0 - 80A Level 2 0 - 50A Level 3 0 - 30A ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-21...

  • Page 114: 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 115: 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 EXTREME 3-23...
  • Page 116 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 117: Advanced Menu

    The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-25...

  • Page 118: Cpu Configuration

    3.6.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function.
  • Page 119 The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled} The operating system controls the CPU speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-27...
  • Page 120 CPU C States [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C states. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the CPU C States to [Enabled]. Enhanced C1 state [Enabled] Allows your processor to reduce power when the system is in idle mode. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C3 Report [Enabled] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system.

  • Page 121: Pch Configuration

    Configuration options: []Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] 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] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-29...
  • Page 122 Intel Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] ® Allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following items appear only when you set the Intel Rapid Start Technology to ® [Enabled]. Entry on S3 RTC Wake [Enabled] The system automatically wakes up and set to Rapid Start Technology S4 mode.

  • Page 123: 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 EXTREME 3-31...

  • Page 124: 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 125: Dmi 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 EXTREME 3-33...

  • Page 126: 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 127: 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 EXTREME 3-35...

  • Page 128: 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 129 Intel PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled]. It allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel 82579LAN controller. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-37...

  • Page 130: 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 131: Network Stack

    Allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.10 LED Control Onboard LED [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the onboard LEDs. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enable] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-39...

  • Page 132: 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 133: 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 EXTREME 3-41...
  • Page 134 Chassis Q-Fan Control 1-3 [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1-3 [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 135 Allows you to set the optional fans’ low speed temperature. Configuration options: [25%] [30%] [35%] [40%] OPT1-3 Full Speed Temp [60%] Allows you to set the optional fans’ full speed temperature. Configuration options: [60%] [70%] [80%] [90%] ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-43...

  • Page 136: Boot Menu

    Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Boot Configuration Fast Boot [Disabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed. [Enabled] Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed.
  • Page 137 Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. Set the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. [Off] Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1> key to be pressed when error occurs. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-45...
  • Page 138 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third-party manufacturer had set the add-on device to do so. Interrupt 19 Capture [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19.

  • Page 139: Secure Boot

    Press <F5> when ASUS Logo appears. Press <F8> after POST. • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 140: Tools Menu

    3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. 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 141: Asus Spd Information

    • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-49...

  • Page 142: Bios Flashback

    3.9.4 BIOS Flashback Allows you select copy and boot from either BIOS1 or BIOS2. Force BIOS2 Boot Select [Yes] to force the boot using BIOS2. COPY BIOS1 to BIOS2 [Yes] Select [Yes] to copy the content of BIOS1 to BIOS2. Only the current operating System will enter the soft-off state.

  • Page 143: 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 EXTREME 3-51...

  • Page 144: 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 145: Asus Ez Flash 2

    3.11.1 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 146: 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 147: Asus Bios Updater

    3.11.3 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 148 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 EXTREME BOARD: UNKNOWN VER: 0204 VER: UNKNOWN DATE: 01/01/2012...
  • Page 149 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 3-57...

  • Page 150: Secure Erase

    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 151: 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 152 ROG related videos. the user manual. drivers to use the devices. Click the The Utilities Contact tab menu shows to display the the applications ASUS contact and other information. software that the motherboard supports. Click an icon to display DVD/ motherboard...

  • Page 153: 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 154: 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 155 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 156 Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user manual may vary depending on the motherboard model. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 157: Dual Intelligent Processors 4

    The 4-Way Optimization utility allows you to automatically tweak the TPU, EPU, DIGI + Power Control and Fan Xpert 2 to their optimal settings. Select an advanced power saving mode Click to auto-detect the best settings based on actual usage DO NOT remove your fan during the tuning process. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...
  • Page 158 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 159: Gpu Boost

    • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • We recommend that you set up a better thermal environment to prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME...
  • Page 160 Energy Processing Unit (EPU) EPU is an enery-processing utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to their power-saving conditions. Using EPU Click to configure the settings Click to configure the Click to configure the Click to configure the settings settings in Away mode in Max Power Saving mode...
  • Page 161 • 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 162: Fan Xpert 2

    Fan Xpert 2 Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks the fan speeds, and provides you with optimized fan settings based on the fans’ specifications and positions. Using Fan Xpert 2 Click a screen to select the type of fan that you want to customize Click to set the...
  • Page 163 Fan Xpert 2 does not support 2-pin fans. If you install a 2-pin fan, it can only run at its full speed. • If the CPU or chassis fans have been changed, the Fan Auto Tuning process should be repeated. DO NOT remove your fan during the Fan Auto Tuning process. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 4-13...

  • Page 164: Wi-Fi Go

    4.4.2 Wi-Fi GO! Wi-Fi GO! is an ASUS-exclusive Wi-Fi utility that allows you to wirelessly stream your media files to DLNA devices, control your computer using your smart device, transfer files to your smart device, and provides access to your files stored in your cloud storage.
  • Page 165 • Ensure that the ASUS AI Suite 3 utility is active when using the Wi-Fi GO! functions. Using Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote allows you to remotely control your computer using your smart device.

  • Page 166: Using The Wake-On-Lan

    Wi-Fi GO functions • Cloud GO!: Allows you to remotely control and sync your files across multiple cloud services such as ASUS WebStorage, GoogleDrive™, and DropBox ® Remote Desktop: Allows you to remotely control your desktop in real time using your •...
  • Page 167 Using Cloud GO! On your computer, click Cloud GO! on the Wi-Fi GO! screen. Click Enter to access your cloud storage accounts. Log into your Asus WebStorage, Google Drive™ or Dropbox cloud account then click ® Sign In. Click to open...
  • Page 168 Using DLNA Media Hub To stream media files to a DLNA display, enable the remote control functions in your Windows Media Player. To do this, launch Windows Media Player, click Stream then tick Allow remote control of my Player and Automatically allow devices to play my media. Using DLNA Media Hub on the computer On your computer, click DLNA Media Hub then click Enter.
  • Page 169 When transferring files from your computer to your iOS device, you can only receive files in PNG, BMP, JPG, GIF, and TIFF formats. • To receive files on your iOS devices, go to Settings > Privacy > Photos then turn the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote on. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 4-19...
  • Page 170 Using Smart Sensor Control On your computer, click Smart Sensor Control on the Wi-Fi GO! window. Click Camera to take pictures or record videos. Ensure to enable the Smart Sensor Control on your smart device to enable the smart device’s camera. Click to record videos Click to take...
  • Page 171 Click to go Click to go back to the back to Wi-Fi previous screen GO! window Ensure to enable Capture & Send in your smart device to receive the screen captures from your computer. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 4-21...

  • Page 172: Wi-Fi Engine

    4.4.3 Wi-Fi Engine To use Wi-Fi Engine, click or tap the on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Wi-Fi Engine. Click to connect to a wireless access point Click to set up your computer as a wireless access point...
  • Page 173 In this mode, the Internet Connection Sharing may depend on the Bluetooth/Internet device’s driver support. • Due to Windows 8 limitation, it may take one to two minutes to set up the AP mode ® for the first time. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 4-23...

  • Page 174: Ez Update

    4.4.4 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard’s softwares, drivers and the BIOS version easily. With this utlity, you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that will display during POST.

  • Page 175: 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 USB devices.

  • Page 176: System Information

    4.4.6 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. Launching the System Information To launch System Information, click or tap the on the top edge of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information.
  • Page 177 Viewing the SPD information From the System Information screen, click SPD tab to view the memory’s information. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 4-27...

  • Page 178: Usb Bios Flashback Wizard

    4.4.7 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback Wizard allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. USB BIOS Flashback Wizard screen Current BIOS information...

  • Page 179: Ai Charger

    To ensure normal charging function, disconnect and reconnect your USB device every time you enable or disable Ai Charger+. • The Ai Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 4-29...

  • Page 180: 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. Chapter 4: Software support 4-30...

  • Page 181: Audio Configurations

    ® Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows 8 / Windows ® ® ® Advanced Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) settings Set default device Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 4-31...

  • Page 182: Rog Connect

    4.4.11 ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you to monitor and adjust the local PC through your remote PC. Setting up USB connection between your local and remote PC • Install ROG Connect on the remote PC from the provided Support DVD before using ROG Connect.
  • Page 183 String and Code. RC Remote RC Remote allows you to operate your local system through the ROG Connect cable. RC Diagram RC Diagram allows you to monitor and record your local system status. ASUS MAXIMUS VI EXTREME 4-33...

  • Page 184: Memtweakit

    GPU TweakIt GPU TweakIt allows you to control and monitor the installed GPU on the local system. Use the sliders to adjust the values and click Apply to save your customized settings. 4.4.12 MemTweakIt MemTweakIt allows you to adjust the timing of your installed memory. It also allows you to save, validate and post your configuration on the ROG website depending on your DRAM Efficency Score.
  • Page 185 Click OK to exit MemTweakIt. Validating and saving your MemTweakIt settings 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.
  • Page 186 Key in a file name for your configuration file and click Save. Click validation webpage. In MemTweakIt - Validation File Upload window, key in your ASUS account ID and password. Click Browse, locate the saved .cvf file, and click Open.

  • Page 187: 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 EXTREME 4-37...
  • Page 188 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 189 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 EXTREME 4-39...
  • Page 190 Chapter 4: Software support 4-40...

  • Page 191: 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 EXTREME...

  • Page 192: 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 193: 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 EXTREME...
  • Page 194 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 195 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 EXTREME...
  • Page 196 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 197 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 EXTREME...

  • Page 198: 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 199: 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 EXTREME...
  • Page 200 5-10 Chapter 5: RAID support...

  • Page 201: Federal Communications Commission Statement

    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 EXTREME...

  • Page 202: 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 203: 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 204 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 205: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +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 206 Appendices...
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