Asus MAXIMUS IV EXTREME-Z User Manual

Motherboard
Maximus IV
Extreme-Z

Asus MAXIMUS IV EXTREME-Z Specifications

General

Brand	Asus
Model	MAXIMUS IV EXTREME-Z
Category	Motherboard
Language	English

Summary

Hardware Information and System Assembly

Motherboard Components and Layout

Detailed overview of motherboard layout, connectors, slots, switches, LEDs, and jumpers.

System Memory and Expansion Slots

Information on DIMM slots, DDR3 support, PCIe slots, and their configurations.

Onboard Switches, LEDs, and Jumpers

Internal and Rear Panel Connectors

PC Assembly Guide: CPU, DIMM, and Motherboard Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing CPU, heatsink, and mounting the motherboard in the chassis.

DIMM, Power, SATA, and I/O Connections

Procedures for installing DIMMs, connecting ATX power, SATA devices, and front panel I/O.

Expansion Card and Audio Connections

BIOS Setup and Configuration

Understanding BIOS and Setup Navigation

Introduction to BIOS, navigation modes (EZ/Advanced), and basic setup entry.

Extreme Tweaker Menu for Overclocking

Options for overclocking-related settings, CPU tuning, and memory frequency.

Advanced Menu: CPU, SATA, USB, Devices, APM, iROG, LED

Monitor, Boot, Tools, and Exit Menus

Monitor Menu: System Status and Fan Control

Boot Menu: Startup Options and Priorities

Tools Menu: BIOS Update and Profile Management

Exit Menu and BIOS Update Procedures

Loading defaults, saving changes, and methods for updating the motherboard BIOS.

Software Installation and Configuration

Core Software Utilities: AI Suite II, DIGI+ VRM, TurboV EVO

Details on essential utilities for system management, tuning, and overclocking.

EPU, FAN Xpert, Probe II, ROG CPU-Z, MemTweakIt, ROG Connect

RAID Configurations and Driver Disk Creation

Information on RAID solutions, definitions, setup, and creating RAID driver disks.

RAID Definitions and Setup Utilities

Creating a RAID Driver Disk