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  • Page 1 MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...
  • 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 VII IMPACT specifications summary ............x Package contents ..................... xiv Installation tools and components ................xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights................ 1-1 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features ............... 1-2 1.1.3...
  • Page 4 3.6.11 Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology ........... 3-53 Monitor menu ................... 3-54 Boot menu ....................3-57 Tools menu ....................3-63 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-63 3.9.2 Secure Erase ................3-63 3.9.3 Graphics Card Information ............3-64 3.9.4 ASUS Overclocking Profile ............3-65 3.9.5...
  • Page 5 EZ Update ................. 4-25 4.4.7 Push Notice ................4-27 4.4.8 System Information ..............4-30 Wi-Fi GO! ....................4-32 4.5.1 Signing in to your ASUS Account..........4-33 4.5.2 Using Wi-Fi GO! ................ 4-35 ASUS Media Streamer ................4-44 4.6.1 System requirements ..............4-44 4.6.2 Using ASUS Media Streamer............
  • Page 6 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ....5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ........5-8 ® 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation ..5-8 ® 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 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 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 Vii Impact Specifications Summary

    MAXIMUS VII IMPACT specifications summary LGA1150 socket for 4th, New 4th, and 5th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel Core™ i5/Intel Core™ i3, Pentium , and Celeron ® ® ® ® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* ®...
  • Page 11 6 x USB 3.0 ports (4 ports at back panel [blue], 2 ports at mid-board [red]*) 6 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at back panel, 2 ports at mid-board**) * Support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost. UASP standard on the Intel native USB ®...
  • Page 12 MAXIMUS VII IMPACT specifications summary 1 x PS/2 Keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Anti-surge LAN (RJ-45) port Back I/O Ports 3 x Audio jacks* * Audio jacks are located on SupremeFX Impact II card. Impact CoolHub SupremeFX Impact II Impact Power II - Full digital 8+2 phase CPU/DRAM power - NexFET™...
  • Page 13 - ASUS Q-Code Special Features - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM 1 x USB 3.0 connector (supports additional 2 USB 3.0 ports) 1 x USB 2.0 connector (supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports sharing...

  • Page 14: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS VII IMPACT Cables 4 x SATA 6 Gb/s cables Accessories I/O Shield 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label 1 x Q-Cable 1 x Optional 4-in-1 washers for CPU cooler backplate...

  • Page 15: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components Intel LGA1150 CPU ® Intel LGA1150 compatible CPU Fan ® Philips (cross) screwdriver SATA hard disk drive PC chassis DIMM 1 bag of screws Power supply unit SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card* The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. * Graphics card is optional.

  • Page 17: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the PCI Express bus standard that provides twice the ® performance and speed of PCIe 2.0. It provides an optimal graphics performance, unprecedented data speed and seamless transition with its complete backward compatibility to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 18: Rog Gaming Features

    This feature supports USB keyboards only. GameFirst III ASUS GameFirst III is a network management software that features four preset packet prioritized profiles (Optimization, Game, Media Streaming and File Sharing) facilitating user’s need. Users can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of each application to run faster and smoother.

  • Page 19: Rog Exclusive Features

    LANGuard ROG revolutionizes the LAN port with its advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted components that improve throughput, while surge-protected and electrostatic-guarded components (ESD Guards) protect your motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 20: Asus Special Features

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

  • Page 21: Rog Rich Bundled Software

    Consumers can connect their PC to a home theater system. DTS Interactive is capable of performing multi-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal computers, and sending encoded bitstreams out of a digital audio connection (such as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to deliver audio to an external decoder. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 22: 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 23: Motherboard Layout

    1.2.2 Motherboard layout Refer to sections 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 24: Layout Contents

    Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons/Slots Page 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_ 1-38 FAN1) 2. LGA1150 CPU Socket 3. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-10 4. ATX Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-39 5. RESET button 1-25 6. START (Power-on) button 1-25 7.

  • Page 25: 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 26: System Memory

    1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with two 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 27: Memory Configurations

    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. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-11...
  • Page 28 MAXIMUS VI IMPACT Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3 3300 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) G.SKILL FE-3300C13D-8GTXDG (XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 13-15-15-35 1.65 DDR3 3200 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip Timing...
  • Page 29 APACER 78.BAGH5.AFD0C(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 12-14-14-35 1.65 • CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2800C11(XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) 11-14-14-35 1.65 • CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2800C12(XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) 12-14-14-36 1.65 • CORSAIR CMY16GX3M4A2800C12R(XMP) 16GB (4x4GB) 12-14-14-36 1.65 • KINGSTON KHX28C12T2K2/8X 8GB (2x4GB) 12-14-14-32 1.65 • ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-13...
  • Page 30 DDR3 2666 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) Apacer 78.BAGFF.AFC0C(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 12-13-13-35 • Apacer 78.BAGFR.AFD0C(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) 12-13-13-35 • Apacer 78.CAGFF.AFD0C(XMP) 16GB (2x8GB) 12-13-13-35 • CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A2666C11 16GB (4x4GB) 11-13-13-35 1.65 •...
  • Page 31 KHX21C11T3FK8/64X(XMP) 64GB 9-9-9-24 • (8x8GB) Silicon SP004GXLYU213NSA(XMP) 2133-11-12- • Power 11-30 Silicon SP008GXLYU213NSA(XMP) 2133-11-12- • Power 11-30 Team TLD38G2133HC11ABK(XMP) 11-11-11-31 1.65 • Transcend TX2133KLH-16GK(XMP) 16GB 2133-10-11- • (2x8GB) 10-27 Transcend TX2133KLN-8GK(XMP) 2133-10-11- • (2x4GB) 10-27 ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-15...
  • Page 32 DDR3 2000 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) AEXEA AXA3ES4GK2000LG28V(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) 1.65 • ASint SLA302G08-ML2HB(XMP) Hynix H5TQ2G8 9-9-9-27 • 3BFRH9C GeIL GUP34GB2000C9DC(XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) 9-9-9-28 1.65 • DDR3 1866 MHz capacity Vendors Part No.
  • Page 33 • (2x4GB) Apacer 78.B1GE3.9L10C Apacer AM5D5908DEQSCK 1.65 • Apacer 78.B1GET.9K00C Apacer AM5D6008BQQSCK 11-11-11-28 • Apacer 78.C1GET.9K10C Apacer AM5D6008BQQSCK 11-11-11-31 • Apacer AHU04GFA60C9Q3R 11-11-11-28 • (XMP) Apacer AHU08GFA60CBT3R 9-9-9-24 • (XMP) (Continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-17...
  • Page 34 DDR3 1600 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) ASint SLA302G08-EGG1C(XMP) Asint 302G08-GG1C 9-9-9-27 • ASint SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP) Asint 302G08-GJ1C 9-9-9-27 • ASint SLA302G08-EGN1C ASint 302G08-GN1C • ASint SLA304G08-EGN6A ASint 304G08-GN6A 1600-11- •...
  • Page 35 KVR16N11/4 KINGSTON D2568JPU 11-11-11-28-1 • CPGGBU Kingston KVR16N11/4 Hynix H5TQ2G83 • CFRPBC Micron MT16JTF1G64AZ- Micron D9QBJ • 1G6E1 Micron MT8JTF51264AZ- Micron D9QBJ • 1G6E1 Micron MT8KTF25664AZ- MICRON D9PFJ • 1G6M1 (Continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-19...
  • Page 36 DDR3 1600 MHz capacity Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) MIRA PLAF8L93B-GN2 BJE159C 3G-M 11-11-11-28 • PATRIOT PV316G160C9K(XMP) 16GB 1600-9-9-9-24 • (2x4GB) PATRIOT PV316G160C9K(XMP) 16GB 1600-9-9-9-24 • (2x8GB) SanMax SMD-4G28N1P-16KM ELPIDA J4208BBB 1600 •...
  • Page 37 KINGMAX FLFE85F-C8KL9 KINGMAX KFC8FNLXF- • DXX-15A KINGMAX FLFF65F-C8KL9 KINGMAX KFC8FNLXF- • DXX-15A Kingston KVR1333D3E9S/4G Elpida J2108ECSE- • DJ-F Kingston KVR1333D3N9H/4G ELPIDA J2108BDBG- • GN-F Kingston KVR13N9S8H/4 ELPIDA J4208BBBG- • GN-F (Continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-21...
  • Page 38 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. 1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 39: Expansion Slot

    Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot The PCIe 3.0 x16 slot runs at x8 speed when a devices is inserted to the M.2 slot of the mPCIe Combo IV card. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-23...
  • Page 40 IRQ assignments for this motherboard PCIE_x16 shared – – – – – – – I.G.F.X. shared – – – – – – – Intel LAN Controller – – – – shared – – – SATA #0 – shared – – –...

  • Page 41: Onboard Buttons

    The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-25...
  • Page 42 KeyBot button (KEYBOT) The Keybot button allows you to configure and assign actions to your keyboard for a specific task. Press this button to activate the KeyBot feature. • The KeyBot feature only supports USB keyboards connected on the designated USB port.

  • Page 43: Onboard Leds

    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 continues flashing until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-27...
  • Page 44 USB BIOS Flashback LED This LED flashes when the BIOS is updating and turns off after the BIOS update. For more information on how to update the BIOS, refer to Chapter 2 of this user guide. KeyBot LED (KEYBOT_LED) This LED lights up when you activated the KeyBot function by pressing the onboard KeyBot button, or when enabling the KeyBot function via the KeyBot software.
  • Page 45 • The Q-Code LED also shows the Sonic SoundStage profile when Sonic SoundStage button is pressed. • For more information of the Sonic SoundStage function, refer to section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-29...
  • Page 46 Q-Code table Code Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization 0C –...
  • Page 47 Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery) Recovery process started Recovery firmware image is found Recovery firmware image is loaded Reserved for future AMI progress codes F5 – F7 Recovery PPI is not available (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-31...
  • Page 48 Q-Code table Code Description Recovery capsule is not found Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes FB – FF DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started 63 – 67 PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started...
  • Page 49 USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes B8– BF CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-33...
  • Page 50 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 51: Internal Connectors

    ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-35...
  • Page 52 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. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.0 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.
  • Page 53 These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 ports (USB1213) at mid-board share with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-37...
  • Page 54 CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1) 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.
  • Page 55 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. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-39...
  • Page 56 Front panel and speaker connectors (10-1 pin PANEL; 4 pin SPEAKER) These connectors support 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 57 • The OC Panel and Front Base are purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the OC Panel and Front Base. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also helps enhance the network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
  • Page 58 mPCIe Combo IV connector (50-1 pin MPCIE_COMBO_IV) This connector is for the bundled mPCIE Combo IV card that offers expandability and connectivity solutions for an optimal system performance. Refer to section 2.1.11 mPCIe Combo IV card installation for more details. SupremeFX Impact II connector (20-1 pin SFX_IMPACT_II) This connector is for the bundled SupremeFX Impact II audio card that allows you to connect audio devices such as speakers, microphone, or headset.
  • Page 59 This connector is for the bundled Impact CoolHub card. Install the Impact CoolHub card to this connector to install Chassis fans 3 and 4. Refer to section 2.1.10 Impact CoolHub Card installation for more details. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-43...

  • Page 60: Probeit

    1.2.9 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. Using ProbeIt You can connect the multimeter to Probelt points on your motherboard as shown on the illustration below.

  • Page 61: Supremefx Impact Ii Audio Card

    If you want to connect a high-definition or an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio] or [AC97]. Refer to section 3.6.4 System Agent Configuration for more details. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 1-45...
  • Page 62 Audio ports These high-definition audio ports allow you to connect your audio devices such as high-definition speakers, microphone, or a headset for a superior audio experience. Line-in port Line-out port Microphone port To know more about channel configurations and connecting audio devices, refer to section 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections.

  • Page 63: Chapter 2: Basic Installation

    The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...
  • Page 64 Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Place four screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 65 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 66: 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 LGA155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 67: Supremefx Impact Ii Audio Card Installation

    2.1.3 SupremeFX Impact II audio card installation The illustrations in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 68: Dimm Installation

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

  • Page 69: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.1.5 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 ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...
  • Page 70 If you have difficulty in installing a CPU fan with a cooler backplate of varying design, we suggest to use the bundled plastic washers to give space between the motherboard and the backplate. Peel of the adhesive’s cover and attach them to the screw holes at the back of the motherboard, as shown.
  • Page 71 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 72: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.6 ATX Power connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 73: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.7 SATA device connection ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 2-11...

  • Page 74: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.8 Front I/O Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP_PANEL USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-12...

  • Page 75: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.9 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards 2.1.10 Impact CoolHub Card installation To install Impact CoolHub Card ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 2-13...

  • Page 76: Mpcie Combo Iv Card Installation

    2.1.11 mPCIe Combo IV card installation ROG mPCIe Combo IV card offers expandability solutions with the latest connectivity standards via the proprietary connector onboard. It provides mini PCI Express 2.0 plus USB 2.0 which is bundled with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module and features the M.2 (NGFF) slot for installing an SSD card.
  • Page 77 2. Installing the mPCIe Combo IV card To install the mPCIe Combo IV card to your motherboard: Remove the black screw near the 50-1 pin connector. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 2-15...
  • Page 78 Locate the MPCIE_COMBO_IV connector on the motherboard then align and insert the mPCIe Combo IV card to the MPCIE_COMBO_IV connector. • The mPCIe Combo IV fits in one orientation only. • The motherboard layout varies with models. Insert the mPCIe Combo IV carefully to prevent damage to the card, connector pins, or to the motherboard.
  • Page 79 Insert the connector into the I/O shield’s Wi-Fi port hole. Replace the bolt on the connector to secure the antenna connector and the I/O shield in place. The motherboard layout varies with models. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 2-17...

  • Page 80: Bios Update Utility

    Connect your USB keyboard on the KeyBot port if you want to use the KeyBot feature. 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 81: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    USB BIOS Flasback and ROG Connect.) 11. USB 3.0 port 5-6 12. Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 2-19...
  • Page 82 • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. ® • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

  • Page 83: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 2-21...
  • Page 84 Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-22...
  • Page 85 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 2-23...

  • Page 86: 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 87: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

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

  • Page 88: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>, POST continues with its routines.

  • Page 89: Ez Mode

    Selects the boot device priority Saves the changes and resets the system The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 90: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey. Q-Fan control EZ Tuning Wizard MyFavorite...

  • Page 91: Menu Bar

    This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. Refer to section 3.2.4 EZ Tuning Wizard for more information. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 92: Hot Keys

    Quick Note (F9) This button above the menu bar allows you to key in 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. •...

  • Page 93: Qfan Control

    Click to apply the fan setting your fans Click to undo the Click to go back to main menu changes Select to manually configure your fans Only the CPU fan can be switched between DC mode and PWM mode. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 94: Configuring Fans Manually

    Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Click or tap 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 95: Ez Tuning Wizard

    Select the CPU fan type (Box cooler, Tower cooler, or Water cooler) that you installed then click Next. If you are not sure of the CPU fan type, click I’m not sure. The system automatically detects the CPU fan type. Click Next then click Yes to confirm auto-tuning. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 96: Creating Raid

    Creating RAID To create RAID: Press <F11> on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen. Click RAID then click Next. • Ensure that your HDDs have no existing RAID volumes. • Ensure to connect your HDDs to Intel SATA connectors.

  • Page 97: My Favorites

    My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-11...

  • Page 98: Adding Items To My Favorites

    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 MyFavorites screen.

  • Page 99: Extreme Tweaker Menu

    Load Gamer’s OC Profile Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Load 82 BCLK Profile Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Load 190 BCLK Profile Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Load 195 BCLK Profile Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-13...
  • Page 100 Load 200 BLCK Profile Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Load 3700 DRAM Freq. with 2x4GB in CHA Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Load 3800 DRAM Freq. with 2x4GB in CHA Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Load 3842 DRAM Freq. with 2x4GB in CHA Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Load 3900 DRAM Freq.
  • Page 101 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. CPU Core Ratio [Sync All Cores] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores.
  • Page 102 4-Core Ratio Limit [Auto] Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 4-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3-Core Ratio Limit. If you assign a value for 4-Core Ratio Limit, do not set the 1-Core Ratio Limit, 2-Core Ratio Limit, and 3-Core Ratio to [Auto].
  • Page 103 Load 2x4GB Hynix 1.85V 2750 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load 2x4GB LN2 Hynix 2.0V 2800 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load 2x4GB Hynix Single-sided 1.65V 2400 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load 2x4GB Hynix Single-sided 1.85V 2400 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-17...
  • Page 104 Load 2x4GB New Single-sided 1.85V 3000 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load 2x8GB Samsung 1.65V 2400 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load 2x8GB Samsung 1.80V 2600 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load 2x8GB Hynix 1.85V 2600 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load 2x8GB New Hynix 1.85V 2933 Configuration options: [Yes] [No] Load 2x4GB Hynix MRF 1.75V 2933 Configuration options: [Yes] [No]...
  • Page 105 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] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-19...
  • Page 106 DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D0) [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R1D1) [Auto]...
  • Page 107 Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Scrambler Setting [Optimized ASUS] Set this item to [Optimized (ASUS)] to enhance system stability. Configuration options: [Optimized (ASUS)] [Default (MRC)] MCH Full Check [Auto] Set this item to [Enabled] to enhance the system stability. Set to [Disabled] to enhance the DRAM overclocking capability.
  • Page 108 CMD Sense Amplifier [Auto] Reducing the value helps in overclocking and over-voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+8] – [-29] DRAM Swizzling Bit 0-4 [Auto] Set these items to [Enabled] to enhance overclocking capability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] RAW MHz Aid [Auto] Set this item to [Enabled] to help overclocking but compromises the system performance.
  • Page 109 The following item appears only when the CPU VRM Switching Frequency is set to [Auto]. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This item allows to enhance the system stability. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-23...
  • Page 110 Set the phase control on its default setting. [Standard] Set the phase control based on the CPU command. [Optimized] Set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Set the full phase mode [Power Phase Set manually to a faster phase response to increase system...
  • Page 111 The values range from 0.00V to 3.00V at 0.00625V increment. Eventual PLL Termination Voltage [Auto] Set an eventual phase-locked loop termination voltage. Use the <+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.00V to 3.00V at 0.00625V increment. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-25...
  • Page 112 PCH ICC Voltage [Auto] Power Supply for the Integrated Clock Controller. Lower may be better. Clock Crossing VBoot [Auto] This item allows you to increase the value of the clock crossing voltage boot when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK DP. Use the <+>...
  • Page 113 Configuration options: [Auto] [High Performance] [Balanced] Power Decay Mode [Auto] Enable this item to improve the power saving of the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-27...
  • Page 114 Idle Power-in Response [Auto] This item allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when it enters manual override mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Fast] Idle Power-out Response [Auto] This item allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when it exits manual override mode.
  • Page 115 This item allows you to configure the CPU core voltage. Use<+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 1.920V at 0.001V increment. The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Offset Mode]. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-29...
  • Page 116 Offset Mode Sign [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. To offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Core Voltage Offset [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU core voltage offset value. Use<+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V at 0.001V increment.
  • Page 117 This item allows you to set the amount of voltage fed for the digital portion of the I/O on the CPU. Setting a high digital I/O voltage may enhance the overclocking capability. Use the <+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 0.001V to 0.999V at 0.001V increment. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-31...
  • Page 118 SVID Support [Auto] Set this item to [Enabled] when overclocking. Disabling this item prevents the CPU from communicating with the external voltage regulator. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to [Auto] or [Disabled].
  • Page 119 Reduces the EMI generated by the BCLK. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK (base clock) overclocking ability. BCLK Recovery [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the BCLK (base clock) recovery feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] [Ignore] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-33...

  • Page 120: 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 121: 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 VII IMPACT 3-35...

  • Page 122: Advanced Menu

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

  • Page 123: Cpu Configuration

    This item allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], this item allows the legacy OS to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-37...
  • Page 124 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] Execute Disable prevents certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks when combined with a supporting OS (SuSE Linux 9.2, RedHat Enterprise 3 Update 3). Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled] This item makes a single system appear as multiple independent systems to software. This allows multiple or independent operating systems to run simultaneously on a single system.
  • Page 125 This item allows you to enable or disable the MSR 0xE2 [15] CFG lock bit. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Package C-States Support [Auto] This item allows you to set the a C-state support for the CPU package. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-39...

  • Page 126: Pch Configuration

    3.6.2 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. PCI-E Speed [Auto] This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI-E port speed. Configuration options: []Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] Intel (R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology.
  • Page 127 This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel Smart Connect Technology. ® Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] High Precision Timer [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-41...

  • Page 128: Pch Storage Configuration

    3.6.3 PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Empty if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] This item allows you to set the SATA configuration.
  • Page 129 Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 - SATA6G_4 [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. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-43...

  • Page 130: System Agent Configuration

    3.6.4 System Agent Configuration CPU Display Audio [Enabled] Enable this item for the CPU display audio support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration The items in this sub-menu allows you to select a primary display from iGPU, and PCIe graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] This item allows you to select a primary display from iGPU, and PCIe graphical devices.

  • Page 131: Dmi Configuration

    This item allows you to support high frequency DRAMs for better stability. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Memory Remap [Enabled] This item allows you to support the DRAM address remapping function for 64-bit operating systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-45...

  • Page 132: 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] [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. It cannot be recognized in boot devices list.

  • Page 133: 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 VII IMPACT 3-47...
  • Page 134 PCH - PCI Express DMI Link ASPM Control [Disabled] This item is for the control of the Active State Power Management on both NB and SB side of the DMI link. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASPM Support [Disabled] This item allows you to select an ASPM (Active State Power Management) state for energy saving conditions.

  • Page 135: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Wi-Fi Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Wi-Fi controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] M.2 [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable M.2 feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-49...
  • Page 136 Intel LAN Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Intel LAN PXE Option ROM [Disabled] This item appears only when Intel LAN Controller is set to [Enabled].This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN preboot execution environment (PXE) option ROM.

  • Page 137: Apm

    PCIE LAN devices. Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/ Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-51...

  • Page 138: Network Stack Configuration

    3.6.9 Network Stack Configuration Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option.

  • Page 139: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology

    Strip Size: [32KB] This item allows you to strip the size of your RAID setup. Configuration options: [4KB] [8KB] [16KB] [32KB] [64KB] [128KB] Capacity (MB): [0] This item allows you to set the RAID capacity. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-53...

  • Page 140: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function.
  • Page 141 Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the CPU fan’s lower temperature. The values range from 20% to 75%. CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values may differ via Qfan tuning. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-55...
  • Page 142 Chassis Fan 1-3 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] These items allow you to enable or disable the chassis fans’ Q-Fan control feature of your motherboard. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chassis Fan 1-3 Speed Low Limit [300 RPM] This item allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan 1-3 Profile [Standard] This item allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan.

  • Page 143: Boot Menu

    [Full Initialization] All USB devices will be available during POST. This process will extend the POST time. [Partial For a faster POST time, only USB ports with keyboard and Initialization] mouse connections will be detected. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-57...
  • Page 144 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Auto] This item allows you to disable or have full system control of the PS/2 devices’ availability during POST. Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Full Initialization] Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] Select to skip the network stack driver from loading during POST. [Enabled] Select to load the network stack driver during POST.
  • Page 145 [Enabled] The option ROM messages are shown during POST (Power-on Self-Test). [Disabled] Only the ASUS logo is shown during POST. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] When set to [Enabled], it allows the option ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled]...

  • Page 146: Secure Boot

    Boot from Storage Devices [Legacy OpROM first] This item allows you to select the type of storage devices that you want to launch. Configuration options: [Both, Legacy OpROM first] [Both, UEFI first] [Legacy OpROM first] [UEFI driver first] [Ignore] Boot from PCI-E/PCI Expansion Devices [Legacy OpROM first] This item allows you to select the type of PCIe/PCI expansion devices that you want to launch.
  • Page 147 This item allows you to load the additional db from a storage device so that more images can be loaded securely. The db file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-61...

  • Page 148: Boot Option Priorities

    ® ® supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These item displays the available devices. The number of device items that appear on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Click an item to start booting from the selected device.

  • Page 149: Tools Menu

    To launch ROG SSD Secure Erase, click Tool > ROG SSD Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may become unstable if you run Secure Erase on an incompatible SSD.

  • Page 150: Graphics Card Information

    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 151: Asus Overclocking Profile

    We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. Load/Save CMOS Profile From/To USB drive This item allows you to load or save CMOS profiles from or to the USB drive when clicked or selected. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-65...

  • Page 152: Asus Spd Information

    3.9.5 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. 3.9.6 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure The ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure allows you to input and save values on the CPU core voltage, CPU input voltage, BCLK Frequency, and CPU ratio in the UEFI BIOS. The saved values can be synchronized to a compatible OC Panel device and these values can be tweaked or configured using the OC Panel without going to the BIOS menu.
  • Page 153 This item allows you to save the new values of the CPU Core Voltage, CPU Input Voltage, BCLK Frequency, and CPU Ratio. Load from profile This item allows you to load the previous values of the CPU Core Voltage, CPU Input Voltage, BCLK Frequency, and CPU Ratio. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-67...

  • Page 154: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes. When you select this option or if you press <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode 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...

  • Page 155: 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 156: Asus Ez Flash 2

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

  • Page 157: 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 158: Asus Bios Updater

    3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. The screen captures used in this section are for reference only and may not be exactly the same as actually shown on your computer screen.
  • Page 159 [Enter] Select or Load [Tab] Switch [V] Drive Info [Up/Down/Home/End] Move [Esc] Exit Press <Tab> to switch from Drives panel to Files panel then press <Up/Down or Home/ End> keys to select the BIOS file and press <Enter>. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 3-73...
  • Page 160 After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file, select Yes to confirm the BIOS update. Are you sure you want to update the BIOS? The BIOS Backup feature is not supported due to security regulations. Select Yes then press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater.

  • Page 161: Chapter 4: Software Support

    8 32/64-bit and Windows 7 32/64-bit operating ® ® systems (OS). • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information. 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 Windows 7 or Windows 8 OS. ® ® To run the support DVD: Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.exe. If the AutoPlay dialog box does not appear, browse the contents of the support DVD and double-click or tap \\bin\ASSETUP.EXE to launch the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 162: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    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 163: Software Information

    Some software manuals are provided in different languages. Open the language’s folder to view the software manual. The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models. Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. 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 ® 7 or Windows ® 8 OS. • To install the Wi-Fi-enabled features of AI Suite 3, ensure that you install the Wi-Fi module driver from the bundled support DVD. To do this, go to Drivers tab > ASUS Bluetooth 4.0 Wi-Fi Driver and follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...
  • Page 164 7 OS ® Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.exe then select the Utilities tab 3. From the Utilities tab, click AI Suite 3 then follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. Windows 8 OS ® Place the Support DVD into the optical drive then follow onscreen instructions. From the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu, select the Utilities tab and click AI Suite 3. 3. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear, try the following steps: Go to the Start Screen then click or tap the Desktop app. On the lower left corner of the Desktop, click or tap File Explorer then select your DVD drive and tap or double-click the Setup application. Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 165 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. ® Windows 8 OS ® To launch AI Suite 3 in Windows 8, tap the AI Suite 3 app on the Start ® Screen (or if you’re using a mouse, click the AI Suite 3 app on the Start screen). AI Suite 3 Main menu The AI Suite 3 main menu gives you easy-access controls and insight to what’s going on...
  • Page 166 AI Suite 3 main menu bar USB BIOS 5-Way Optimization Ai Charger+ EZ Update Push Notice Flashback USB 3.0 Boost System USB Charger+ Version Information • Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user guide 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 167: Dual Intelligent Processors 5

    Dual Intelligent Processors 5 ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 combines TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 2, and Turbo App functions to push the system’s performance to its optimal potential. It automatically balances the system’s performance, power saving, levels, and fan settings via the user-friendly AI Suite 3 utility. 5-Way Optimization The 5-Way Optimization function dynamically optimizes your computer based on real- time usage to provide the best system status. It covers the essential areas such as CPU performance, energy saving, stable digital power, cool and quiet fan control, and includes tailored settings for your apps to ensure your computer is ready for gaming, entertainment, productivity, or just about anything. 5-Way Optimization screen Click or tap this 5-Way Optimization button to auto-detect and tune the best settings for your system DO NOT remove your fan during the tuning process. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...
  • Page 168 Using 5-Way Optimization Click or tap the 5-Way Optimization button then click or tap Start to auto-detect the best settings based on actual usage. Click or tap to go back to Click or tap to start Click or tap to view the 4-Way Optimization auto-tuning more settings main screen • The system may reboot two or three times during the auto-tuning process. • For Windows 8 OS, click or tap Desktop app to monitor the auto-tuning process after ® every system reboot. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 169: Cpu Frequency

    Click or tap to apply the the saved profile adjustments default values adjustments Click or tap to save the adjustment into a profile Click or tap to undo the adjustments • Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Frequency in TPU. Refer to the BIOS chapter of your motherboard’s user guide for details. • The CPU Frequency bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...
  • Page 170 CPU Strap Click to apply the adjustments Click to load the Click to save the Click to enable the Click to undo the saved profile adjustment into a profile default settings adjustments • 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. 4-10 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 171: Energy Processing Unit (Epu)

    Away Mode and move the sliders to adjust monitor and system sleep time Click or tap to apply the adjustments Click or tap to apply the Click or tap to undo the default settings adjustments ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-11...
  • Page 172 Power Saving Move the slider Tick to select Voltage to adjust the Decrement setting maximum CPU power Tick to enable Away Mode then move the sliders to adjust monitor and system sleep time Click or tap to apply the adjustments Click or tap to apply the Click or tap to select a Click or tap to undo the...
  • Page 173 Click or tap to select a fan profile Click or tap to apply the adjustments Click or tap to apply the Click or tap to undo the Tick to mute the default settings adjustments system’s sound ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-13...
  • Page 174 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ Power Control utility allows you to adjust the CPU and DRAM power settings for optimal system efficiency, and overall system stability and performance. Adjusting the CPU Power Click or tap to switch Click or tap to undo Click or tap to between screens the changes apply the changes CPU Power Phase Control Increase the phase number under a heavy system load to get more transient and better thermal performance. Reduce the phase number under a light system load to increase the VRM efficiency. * The system automatically sets the default to [Extreme] when using the Intel iGPU.
  • Page 175 Adjusting the DRAM Power Click or tap to Click or tap to undo apply the changes the changes DRAM Voltage Frequency Allows you to adjust the DRAM switching frequency to stabilize the system or to increase the overclocking range. DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Ensure that the cooling modules are properly installed in your motherboard to monitor the thermal conditions. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-15...

  • Page 176: 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 or tap to set the fan’s speed to silent mode Select a screen to select the type of fan that you want to customize Click or tap to increase the fan’s speed for a high cooling capability Click or tap to...
  • Page 177 Click or tap to go back to Click or tap to switch between the the previous screen CPU and chassis fan screens • When the CPU temperature reaches 75° C, the fan automatically runs at full speed to protect the CPU. • Fan Xpert 2 may not be able to detect the fan speed if you install the fan with an external control kit for rotation speed. • Fan Xpert 2 only supports fans with 4-pin and 3-pin connectors. If you install a 2-pin fan, it can only run at its full speed. • If you change the CPU or chassis fans, you must repeat the Fan Auto Tuning process. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-17...

  • Page 178: Turbo App

    Turbo App Turbo App allows you customize the system performance, network priority, and audio setting of an application. When an application is on the Turbo App List, you can allocate the CPU frequency, assign a network priority, and define the audio setting of the selected application. Click or tap to refresh the list of running applications Click or tap to assign a specific application (.exe) into Turbo App list Click to apply the changes Click to undo the changes Applications list pane Displays all the running applications on your system.

  • Page 179: Usb 3.0 Boost

    Click or tap to enable UASP or Turbo Mode for a Click or tap to select a faster data transfer rate USB device Ensure to connect your USB 3.0 device to the USB 3.0 ports that support USB 3.0 Boost. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more details. • USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the USB 3.0 devices that support UASP. For a list of UASP-supported USB 3.0 devices, visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. For a higher data transfer performance, use a USB 3.0 device. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-19...

  • Page 180: Usb Bios Flashback

    4.4.3 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback 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. Launching USB BIOS Flashback To launch USB BIOS Flashback, click or tap the on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback. USB BIOS Flashback is available only in selected motherboard models. Using USB BIOS Flashback Set a schedule for the BIOS Update download Click or tap to cancel the download schedule setting Click or tap to apply Click or tap to check for a the download schedule new BIOS update available for...
  • Page 181 Downloading the latest BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to your computer’s USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user manual for more details. To download the updated BIOS: From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, click or tap Check for New BIOS Update. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. After the utility detects a new BIOS, click or tap from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then click or tap Download. After the download is complete, click or tap OK. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-21...

  • Page 182: Usb Charger

    Click or tap to select the type of USB device connected USB that you wish to charge when the system is off device is in charging mode Ensure to connect your USB device into the USB port that supports this utility. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user manual for more details. • USB Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. • USB Charger+ may not recognize some ASUS devices due to varying design. 4-22 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 183: Wi-Fi Engine

    Using Wi-Fi Engine Click or tap to set up your computer as a wireless access point Click or tap to connect to a wireless access point Using the Client Mode The Client mode allows you to connect your system to a wireless network. To use the client mode: Click or tap Client Mode to launch Network Connections. From the Network Connections window, select a network adapter. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-23...
  • Page 184 From the list of available networks, select a network that you want to connect to. Some networks may require you to key in a password. Using the AP Mode The AP mode allows you to set your system as an access point for other wireless-enabled devices. To use AP mode, click or tap AP Mode on the Wi-Fi Engine menu. Key in a network name Key in your password Key in your password for confirmation Click or tap to disable AP mode Click or tap Click or tap to go back to enable AP Click or tap to to previous screen...

  • Page 185: Ez Update

    Click or tap to automatically update your motherboard driver, software and firmware Click or tap to select a Click or tap to search and Click or tap to boot logo select the BIOS file update the BIOS ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-25...
  • Page 186 Manually update the BIOS and selecting a boot logo Click or tap to search an image file for your boot logo Click or tap to go back to EZ Update main screen Click or tap to proceed the updating BIOS and boot logo After you click or tap BIOS Update button, click or tap Flash to update the BIOS and upload the boot logo in your system.

  • Page 187: Push Notice

    Click or tap to Click or tap to apply the settings discard the settings You can also enable the Push Notice via the Push Notice shortcut on the lower-right corner of your screen. To do this, click or tap << then click or tap then select Pairing your computer and smart device To pair your computer and smart device: On your smart device, tap to launch Push Notice. Push Notice Tap Push Scan then tap the name of your computer that you want to pair with. To pair your computer and smart device, ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-27...
  • Page 188 Setting up PC Mode alerts of your computer This feature allows you to restart, shut down, or put your computer to sleep mode and sends an alert to your smart device. Tick these to enable mode alerts Tick to select the smart device Set the day and time to enable the PC modes Set the minutes to send the alert before the PC mode/s activation Key in your messages for more information...

  • Page 189: Sending Messages To Your Smart Device

    Viewing your computer status on your smart device Tap on your smart device to launch Push Notice. Push Notice Tap to delete PC Tap to view PC alerts mode alerts Tap to view PC status alerts Tap to view PC sent messages Tap to scan more host computers ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-29...

  • Page 190: System Information

    4.4.8 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-right corner of the menu to launch the menu bar., then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click or tap the MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Viewing the CPU information Click or tap the CPU tab to view the processor’s information. 4-30 Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 191 Viewing the SPD information Click or tap the SPD tab to view the memory’s information. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-31...

  • Page 192: Wi-Fi Go

    Wi-Fi GO! Wi-Fi GO! is ASUS-exclusive Wi-Fi utility that allows you to wirelessly stream your media files to wireless 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. • To use Wi-Fi GO! functions across different networks, log into your ASUS account on your computer and smart device. • The screenshots used in this section are for reference only and can appear from the actual software you are using. Refer to the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for updated documentations on this motherboard. The user interface of your smart device may vary with the operating system and the screen resolution. Wi-Fi GO! System requirements System requirements Computer Smart device Windows 7/Windows Android 2.3 or higher versions ® ® iOS5 or later versions ASUS AI Suite 3 ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote Utilities • For Android devices, download the ASUS Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote from Google Play. For iOS devices, download it from App Store. • Install the Wi-Fi GO! card driver and ASUS HomeCloud utility from the support DVD bundled with your ASUS motherboard or visit www.asus.com. • If you upgrade from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1, ensure to reinstall the Wi-Fi GO!

  • Page 193: Signing In To Your Asus Account

    4.5.1 Signing in to your ASUS Account Wi-Fi GO! gives you complete control of your computer anytime and anywhere. Create and login the same ASUS Account on your computer and smart devices for public-to-private network functions. Remote Desktop and File Transfer support public-to-private networks feature. Creating an ASUS account Ensure that you have an internet connection before you create an account. To create a new ASUS Account: Launch ASUS HomeCloud then click or tap From the Wi-Fi GO! screen, click or tap > Create a New Account. The browser then directs you to the ASUS website at www.asus.com. 3. From the ASUS website, click or tap Sign Up Now! then follow onscreen instructions to complete the registration. Logging in to your ASUS account To log-in using your computer: Launch ASUS HomeCloud then click or tap A login notice is displayed when you launch Wi-Fi GO! for the first time on your computer. To stop this notice from appearing again, tick Don’t remind me again then click or tap Go to Login.
  • Page 194 To log-in using your smart device: 1. Launch on your smart device then tap Enter. Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote 2. From Wi-Fi GO! and NFC Remote screen, tap ASUS Account (A), key in your ASUS Account and password, then click or tap Login (C). • The systems with the same ASUS account logged in will show up in the device list. • The public-to-private network functions for the iOS system will be available from Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote V2.00.00 or later versions. 4-34 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 195: Using Wi-Fi Go

    4.5.2 Using Wi-Fi GO! From your desktop, launch ASUS HomeCloud then click or tap Click to set a password or log in using your ASUS Account Use your smart device to scan QR Wi-Fi GO! menu Codes for more information To protect your Wi-Fi GO! utility from unauthorized remote access, click then set a password. Launch Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote on your smart device to use the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC remote control functions. For more details, refer to section Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote (App for smart devices) of this user manual for more details.
  • Page 196 Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote (App for smart devices) Using Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote To use the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote: Launch on your smart device then tap Enter. Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote Connect your smart device with your computer. You can do this in two ways: To connect to the same network, tap LAN. To connect using your ASUS account, tap ASUS account then key in your user name and password and tap Login. When you connect your smart device to your computer using your ASUS account, you can only use Remote Desktop and File Transfer features. From the list of scanned computers, tap to select the computer that you want to connect with your smart device. When done, the Wi-Fi GO & NFC Remote interface appears on your smart device. 4-36 Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 197 From Windows OS, do the following: ® On your desktop, click Start, right-click Computer > Manage to launch the Computer Management screen. Click Device Manager to view all the installed devices. Click Network Adapters, right-click the installed module card (Broadcom or Atheros) then click Properties > Power Management tab. Tick these items Allow this device to wake up the computer and Only allow a magic packet to wake the computer. For 802.11ac standard Wi-Fi GO! Card, the Wake-on-LAN function will be supported in the later version for Windows 8 operating system. ® ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-37...
  • Page 198 Cloud GO! Cloud GO! allows you to control and synchronize your files across multiple cloud services such as ASUS WebStorage, Dropbox , Google Drive™, and SkyDrive ® ® • Ensure to set the correct system date and time of your computer and smart device when using Cloud GO! • Due to the cloud storage limitation, you can only upload or synchronize files with a maximum size of 100 MB. • The synchronized files will be saved under the Wi-Fi GO! folder of each cloud storage. For the backed up files, you can find them in C://MyFavorites folder. • Log into the cloud storages accounts first in your computer and stay signed in to allow smart device control. To use Cloud GO!: From the Wi-Fi GO! screen, click or tap Cloud GO! Tick EULA box then click or tap Enter. Log in to your cloud account then click or tap Sign In. To log in to your Google Drive™, Dropbox , or SkyDrive accounts, click or tap Sign in. ® ® Cloud GO! directs you to the Google Drive™, Dropbox , or SkyDrive website to log in to ® ® your account. Click or tap a specific icon to move, upload, rename, create folder, download, delete or...
  • Page 199 From the Wi-Fi GO! screen of your smart device, tap Remote Desktop. Remote Desktop interface for Windows® 8 Tap to view the cursor Tap to launch the Charms bar Tap to launch the smart device’s keypad. Long press to switch between multitouch and mouse mode. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-39...
  • Page 200 Remote Desktop function keys • Select multitouch mode to support Microsoft multitouch functions on Windows 8 / ® Windows 8.1. ® • Select mouse mode to support zoom-in and normal mouse functions. • The Extended Mode support varies with the VGA driver installed in your computer. 4-40 Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 201 Remote Desktop Control Notification This function allows you to send the control authorization to a smart device and directly start using Remote Desktop in your device. To use Remote Desktop Control Notification: 1. Click Select Device. 2. Select a device from the drop list. 3. Click Send to send the Remote Desktop control authorization to the selected device. This function requires the Push Notice feature to be installed. Install the Ai Suite 3 from the bundled support DVD or download the latest software from www.asus.com. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-41...

  • Page 202: File Transfer

    Click or tap File Transfer. Click or tap Setting to select the destination for your transferred files. Right-click the file then select Send to > [Device Name]. After the file transfer is complete, click or tap OK. • To receive files on your iOS device, go to Settings > Privacy > Photos then turn on the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote. • Find your transferred files from <SD Card>\Wi-Fi GO! for Android devices and Camera roll for iOS devices. Transferring files from smart device to computer To transfer files from smart device to computer: Tap File Transfer > Enter. Tick the files that you want to send to your computer, then tap Send. Find your transferred files from X:\Users\Documents\ASUS HomeCloud\Wi-Fi GO!\File Transfer\ or click Setting to select a new storage location. 4-42 Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 203 Tap to switch between and magnifier function Start menu running tasks and apps Input field Mouse tap area Tap to mimic right- Control keys Tap to mimic left- click mouse function click function Slide up/down to scroll ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-43...

  • Page 204: Asus Media Streamer

    ASUS Media Streamer The ASUS Media Streamer allows you to enjoy your multimedia content anywhere. You can pipe music from your computer or stream your favorite movie to a smart TV using your computer or smart device. • Ensure to enable the DLNA setting of your devices first. • ASUS Media Streamer supports NFC function. Some functions may require you to install NFC EXPRESS 2. Visit www.asus.com for more information about NFC EXPRESS 2. • For Android devices, download the ASUS Media Streamer from Google Play. For iOS devices, download it from App Store. • The public-to-private network functions for the iOS system will be available from Media Streamer V2.00.00 or later versions. • The iOS system only supports photo and video streaming for Media Streamer. 4.6.1 System requirements System requirements Computer Smart device Windows 7/Windows 8/ Android 4.0 or higher versions ® ® Windows 8.1 iOS7 or later versions ® ASUS HomeCloud ASUS Media Streamer...

  • Page 205: Using Asus Media Streamer

    . On your smart device, click or tap Media Streamer. Click or tap to edit media files Click or tap to select media type Log in ASUS account to stream Click or tap a media file to play Select the device you want to play in different networks...

  • Page 206: Rog Audio Features

    ROG Audio features Installing the Software Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek Audio Manager driver from the support ® DVD that is bundled with the motherboard. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio ® ® Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click or tap on the icon to display the Realtek HD ® Audio Manager. Realtek ® HD Audio Manager 4.7.1 Sonic Studio Sonic Studio is an audio suite that offers six audio controls: Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity, Smart EQ (Smart Volume), and Virtual Surround. Virtual Surround is dedicated for 2-channel headset and offers one of the best virtual surround technology for gaming. The Sonic Studio application does not have its independent installer. It is automatically installed when the Realtek Audio Driver is installed in your system. ® 4-46 Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 207 Voice Clarity switch Click or tap to enable this item. Voice clarity extracts human voice for better dialog/audio communication or to hear vocals more clearly when listening to a music. Smart EQ (Smart Volume) switch Dynamically adjusts the EQ so you can hear more details. Virtual Surround switch This item lets you experience 7.1 CH virtual surround from your headset when enabled. Reverb switch The Reverb effect is part of the Virtual Sound Stage effects that lets you choose other reverb presets. Reverb presets Click to choice and select a reverb effect from the different environmental spaces for reverb effects. This item is only available when the Reverb switch is enabled. Test tone Click this button to start the test for the selected preset profile. Preset profiles Click any of the preset profiles. Choose from Gaming, music, movie, or communication. Profile import/export Allows you to Import, export, or revert to the default setting of a profile. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-47...

  • Page 208: Sonic Senseamp

    4.7.2 Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SenseAmp is an exclusive ROG invention that is a built-in headphone AMP on onboard audio with three AMP levels adjustment. It detects your headphone’s impedance and adjusts the built-in AMP accordingly. • Sonic SenseAmp only works on the front panel. • Maximize the volume of your headphone’s volume control for an accurate impedance detection. When you plug a headphone into the front headphone jack, Sonic SenseAmp displays a pop- up window that displays Detecting headphone impedance. After detecting the headphone’s impedance, Sonic SenseAmp displays another pop-up window similar to the one shown below. Refer to the table below on the behavior of Sonic SenseAmp when adjusting the impedance of the detected headphone: Amplify Level is automatically set at Performance 65 ohm or below Amplify Level is automatically set at Powerful 65 ohm to 150 ohm Amplify Level is automatically set at Extreme > 150 ohm The device plugged in detected as other device Other device 4-48 Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 209 After you close the pop-window, Sonic SenseAmp enters speaker configuration and displays the adjusted headphone impedance. Click to manually adjust the amplify level Displays the impedance of your headphone ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-49...

  • Page 210: Sonic Soundstage

    4.7.3 Sonic SoundStage Sonic SoundStage is a hardware based sound solution for virtual Sound Stage that offers four preset gaming profiles: FPS, Racing, Fighting and Sports. • This feature is only available for front panel Headphone output. • You can enable this feature by enabling the dedicated SoundStage button on your motherboard. Refer to section 1.2.6 Onboard buttons of this user guide for more information. Click any of the four preset gaming profiles Use the slider to manually adjust the setting of an item Crossing Move the slider to adjust the amount of cross channel mixing. Revert Move the slider to revert the main audio source. Space Move the slider to adjust and virtualize the space sound. Crossing gain This item only works when Crossing and Revert is enabled. Move the slider to adjust the hardness of the wall.

  • Page 211: Dts Connect

    DTS Connect DTS Connect delivers excellent audio entertainment across all formats and works with 4, 5.1 and 7.1 channels of incredible surround sound . It also allows you to connect your computer to a home theatre system. Control settings panel ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-51...

  • Page 212: Sonic Radar Ii

    Sonic Radar II Sonic Radar II is designed for First Person Shooting (FPS) games and shows the precise direction and intensity of where a sound is coming from. It features a simple and friendly user-interface and also features sound enhancers to amplify desired sound effects. • The Sonic Radar II application does not have its independent installer. It is automatically installed when the Realtek Audio Driver is installed in your system. ® • Sonic Radar II will not launch after its installation. Launch the application fron your desktop or from All Programs menu. You can also enable or launch Sonic Radar II after system startup. To do this, click from the taskbar then right-click and click Enable Sonic Radar or Enable Launch at Startup. Display Menu Customize the settings for each game including Transparency, Signal, Size, and Remanency. Displays the options available. Click a tab to select an option. Each option has its own settings and menus.
  • Page 213 Control Menu Allows you to configure shortcut keys. Audio Mode/Radar Selection menu Allows you to configure the sound enhancers. Tick to choose the desired sound enhancer Audio Mode/Radar Selection are enabled with shortcut keys in the game. Refer to the Controls tab for more information about the shortcut key settings. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-53...

  • Page 214: Gamefirst Iii

    GameFirst III GameFirst III is a network management software that features four preset packet prioritized profiles (Optimization, Game, Media Streaming and File Sharing) facilitating different user scenarios. Users can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of each application to run faster and smoother. To use GameFirst III, double-click on the desktop. Click any item for quick view Click to open the tabs for different functions Use the bar to adjust the bandwidth Click to load a preset speed settings or priority profile and key in the value of configure its settings the input field...
  • Page 215 Network Monitor Top 5 application Displays the top 5 bandwidth consuming applications currently used. Application usage Displays the individual downloading and uploading bandwidth of currently used applications. Total usage Displays the total downloading and uploading bandwidth of the currently used applications. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-55...
  • Page 216 Bandwidth Test You can use this feature to test the Internet Service Provider (ISP) speed or manually key in the desired uploading/downloading speed and apply the speed if needed. Key in the upload/ download speed Click to begin the speed test Click to apply the speed after manually keying in the desired speed or after you performing the speed test Network Information Displays information about the physical network card such as speed, physical address, IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. 4-56 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 217: Keybot

    Click to configure Macro keys, Smart login, Tick to toggle the KeyBot Function keys, and Shortcut settings function on/off Click any of the items to perform a specific tasks, or click their corresponding keys on the keyboard Smart login ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-57...
  • Page 218 Function Keys Shortcut 4-58 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 219: Memtweakit

    4.11 MemTweakIt MemTweakIt is a software that you can use to view all levels of memory timings. You can validate your MemTweakIt settings to generate a memory efficiency score that you can share and compare with other users on the ROG website. MemTweakIt functions depends on the chipset on the motherboard. Each chipset has differernt options. To use MemTweakIt, double-click on the desktop. Click a tab to configure the memory timing Click About tab then click REPUBLIC OF GAMERS to access the official ROG website ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-59...
  • Page 220 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. To validate and save your configuration manually: Launch MemTweakIt and click Validate. In Manual Mode, click Save Validation File. Key in a file name for your configuration file and click Submit. 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. Click Submit. Your configuration will be displayed in MemTweakIt webpage. 4-60 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 221: Ramdisk

    Move the slider to the Click the drop-down right to set the size arrow to choose a drive allocation name for your RAMDisk Tick to enable Dynamic Click to finish creating Memory Allocation function the RAMDisk drive ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT 4-61...

  • Page 222: Creating/Deleting A Junction Point

    To delete or format an existing RAMDisk drive: Click to delete the existing RAMDisk drive Click to format the existing RAMDisk drive The format function is available only if you enable the Dynamic Memory Allocation function on your disk. 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 Click the drop-down arrow to select your Click to select where to RAMDisk drive and its...
  • Page 223 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 VII IMPACT 4-63...

  • Page 224: Rog Cpu-Z

    4.13 ROG CPU-Z This utility gathers information about the main devices installed in your system and displays it in an ROG custom layout. ROG CPU-Z provides you information and status of your CPU, motherboard, memory, graphics card, and other components installed in your system. You can generate a report about your system info and send or post it on the CPU-Z website. To use ROG CPU-Z, double-click on the desktop. 4-64 Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 225: 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 VII IMPACT...

  • Page 226: 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 227: 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 VII IMPACT...
  • Page 228 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: Name: Volume 0 RAID Level: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Disks: dssdsdsds Strip Size:aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Capacity:aaaaaaaaaaaaaa Sync:aaaaaaaaaa Create volume [HELP] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less.
  • Page 229 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 VII IMPACT...
  • Page 230 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 231: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    When the Make Disk menu appears, press <1> to create a RAID driver disk. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 232: Creating A Raid Driver Disk In Windows

    5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® Start Windows ® Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. Go to the Intel AHCI/RAID Driver menu then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver path to open the RAID driver folder.

  • Page 233: Appendices

    If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • 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. ASUS MAXIMUS VII IMPACT...

  • Page 234: 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. Cut appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

  • Page 235: Rf Equipment Notices

    REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. 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. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. RF Equipment Notices CE: European Community Compliance Statement The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0–300 GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive.
  • Page 236 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) Google™ License Terms Copyright© 2014 Google Inc. All Rights Reserved. Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. See the License for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the License. Appendices...

  • Page 237: Asus Contact Information

    800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +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://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support http://www.asus.com/de/support/...
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