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Asus Maximus VII Formula Series User Manual

Asus Maximus VII Formula Series
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Motherboard
MAXIMUS VII
FORMULA Series

Table of Contents

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Asus Maximus VII Formula Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel Z97
Form FactorATX
Max Memory32GB
Memory TypeDDR3
AudioROG SupremeFX Formula 2014 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
LANIntel I218V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
CPU SocketLGA 1150
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Multi-GPU SupportSupports NVIDIA Quad-GPU SLI Technology, Supports AMD Quad-GPU CrossFireX Technology
Memory Slots4
Memory StandardDDR3 3300(OC)/3200(OC)/3100(OC)/3000(OC)/2800(OC)/2666(OC)/2600(OC)/2400(OC)/2200(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600/1333 MHz
Storage Interface6 x SATA 6Gb/s
M.21 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode)
USB Ports6 x USB 3.0 (4 rear, 2 via header), 8 x USB 2.0 (4 rear, 4 via header)
PCIe Slots3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8 or x8/x4/x4)

Summary

Safety information

Electrical safety

Precautions to prevent electrical hazards during system operation and handling.

Operation safety

Guidelines for safe installation and usage of the motherboard and its components.

MAXIMUS VII FORMULA Series specifications summary

ROG Exclusive Features

Highlights unique features and technologies for ROG enthusiasts.

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Special features

Highlights key features and technologies of the motherboard.

1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features

Details audio, networking, and other features tailored for gaming.

1.1.3 ROG Exclusive Features

Describes unique ROG technologies like Extreme Engine Digi+ III and RAMDisk.

1.1.4 ASUS Special Features

Covers features like AI Suite 3 and USB 3.0 Boost.

1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Describes the CPU socket and installation guidelines.

1.2.4 System memory

Details DIMM slots, types, and installation procedures.

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.1 Building your PC system

Guides through the essential steps of assembling a PC system.

2.1.1 Motherboard installation

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the motherboard in the chassis.

2.1.2 CPU installation

Detailed procedure for installing the CPU into the motherboard socket.

2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation

Instructions for mounting the CPU cooler and fan.

2.1.4 DIMM installation

Guidance on properly installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.

2.1.5 ATX Power connection

Explains how to connect the main ATX power supply to the motherboard.

2.1.6 SATA device connection

Covers connecting SATA hard drives and SSDs.

2.1.8 Expansion Card installation

Instructions for installing expansion cards like graphics cards into PCIe slots.

2.2 BIOS update utility

Explains how to update the motherboard's BIOS using USB BIOS Flashback.

2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections

Identifies and describes rear panel I/O ports and audio connectors.

2.4 Starting up for the first time

Initial system power-on sequence and troubleshooting tips.

Chapter 3: BIOS setup

3.4 Extreme Tweaker menu

Options for overclocking and performance tuning.

3.11 Updating BIOS

Procedures for updating the motherboard BIOS for improved stability and performance.

Chapter 4: Software support

4.5 Dual Intelligent Processors 5

Features TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, and Turbo App for system optimization.

Turbo Processing Unit (TPU)

Allows manual adjustment of CPU frequency, cache, and voltages for performance.

DIGI+ Power Control

Precise digital VRM and DRAM voltage tuning for efficiency and stability.

USB BIOS Flashback

Utility to update BIOS from a USB storage device without entering OS.

Chapter 5: RAID support

5.1 RAID configurations

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

5.1.1 RAID definitions

Defines different RAID levels like striping, mirroring, and striping with parity.

5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS

Steps to enable RAID functionality in BIOS setup.

5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility

Utility for managing Intel RAID configurations.

5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk

Instructions for creating a RAID driver disk for OS installation.

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