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Asus MAXIMUS VI FORMULA User Manual

Asus MAXIMUS VI FORMULA
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Motherboard
MAXIMUS VI
FORMULA

Table of Contents

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Asus MAXIMUS VI FORMULA Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1333, 1600, 1866, 2000, 2133, 2200, 2400, 2600, 2666, 2800, 3000 MHz
Processor socketLGA 1150 (Socket H3)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Pentium
Intel® Core i3/i5/i7/i9 seriesi3-4xxx, i5-4xxx, i7-4xxx
USB 2.0 connectors2
Number of SATA connectors10
Number of SATA II connectors-
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors1
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity6
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel® Z87
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA III
Maximum resolution4096 x 2160 pixels
Parallel processing technology support3-Way CrossFireX, Quad-GPU SLI
LAN controllerIntel® I217-V
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version4.0
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version5.0a
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
Cables includedSATA
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.1 Special features

Highlights key features like CPU socket, chipset, and PCIe.

1.2 Motherboard overview

Details component layout, connectors, and jumpers.

1.2.5 Expansion slots

Explains the types and configurations of PCIe slots.

1.2.6 Onboard buttons and switches

Describes power, reset, MemOK!, and DirectKey buttons.

1.2.7 Onboard LEDs

Information about the motherboard's diagnostic LEDs.

1.2.8 Internal connectors

Details SATA, USB, fan, and power connectors.

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.1 Building your PC system

Step-by-step guide for installing motherboard and components.

2.1.2 CPU installation

Procedures for installing the CPU socket and processor.

2.1.4 DIMM installation

How to correctly install RAM modules into the DIMM slots.

2.2 BIOS update utility

Instructions for updating the motherboard BIOS using various methods.

2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections

Connecting external peripherals to rear I/O ports.

Chapter 3: BIOS setup

3.1 Knowing BIOS

Introduction to BIOS, its functions, and importance.

3.2 BIOS setup program

How to enter and navigate the BIOS setup interface.

3.2.2 Advanced Mode

Accessing advanced configuration options for system tuning.

3.4 Extreme Tweaker menu

Detailed settings for overclocking CPU, memory, and voltages.

3.6.3 SATA Configuration

Configuring SATA modes (AHCI, IDE, RAID) and hot-plug support.

3.8 Boot menu

Managing boot order and startup options.

3.9 Tools menu

Accessing special utilities like EZ Flash and Secure Erase.

3.11 Updating BIOS

Procedures for updating the motherboard BIOS.

Chapter 4: Software support

4.1 Installing an operating system

Information on supported OS and general installation guidance.

4.2 Support DVD information

Details on the contents and usage of the support DVD.

4.4 AI Suite 3

An all-in-one utility suite for system monitoring and control.

4.4.1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4

Tools for automatic system optimization and performance tuning.

4.4.2 Wi-Fi GO!

Wireless media streaming, remote control, and file transfer features.

4.8 Sonic Radar

HUD for FPS games showing sound direction and intensity.

Chapter 5: RAID support

5.1 RAID configurations

Explains different RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 10) and their benefits.

5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS

How to enable RAID mode in BIOS setup for SATA configuration.

5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk

Steps to create a driver disk for RAID setup during OS installation.

Appendices

Notices

FCC, IC, VCCI, and KC compliance statements.

ASUS contact information

Contact details for ASUS support and service centers.

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