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1. 2 LED Blinking Indicates that is enabled before POST cc MEMOK LED LIS q DI sla g TN O oO ol 8 MAXIMUS VI HERO MEMOK LED ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 29 Q LED 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 will continue lighting until the problem is solved This user friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds Fl BOOT_DEVICE_LED VGA_LED JOC DRAM_LED cpu LED MAXIMUS VI HERO MAXIMUS VI HERO CPU DRAM VGA BOOT_DEVIC
2. ROG_EXT Nl com MAXIMUS VI HERO ROG_EXT connectors 7 The OC Panel is purchased separately 12 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 HEP JS z E uis E One 22 22250929080 MAXIMUS VI HERO gt PIN 1 E TPM OZCGC0OaTNO 22022992 2 cr OSS mE OW MAXIMUS VI HERO TPM connector 1 46 Chapter 1 Product introduction Basic Installation 2 1 Building your PC system 2 1 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only The motherboard layout may vary with models but the installation steps are the same for all models
3. 3 50 3 10 BEX IE ee 3 52 3 11 PhLu Elelt 3 53 3 11 1 EZ oor 3 53 3 11 2 ASUS EZ PASI pirla 3 54 3 11 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3 55 3 11 4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3 56 Chapter 4 Software support 4 1 Installing an operating system eee 4 1 4 2 Support DVD information eeeeeeeeeeeee nennen nennen nnn 4 1 4 2 1 Running the support DVD osea resin op 4 1 4 2 2 Obtaining the software ManualS 4 2 4 3 rn Liner m 4 3 4 4 225 4 3 4 4 1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 4 6 4 4 2 EZ UO E pla 4 13 4 4 3 USB 24 4 14 4 4 4 System Information 4 15 4 4 5 USB BIOS Flashback 4 17 4 4 6 USB Chargert ii 4 18 4 4 7 Audio configurations essen 4 19 4 5 Mam TWEAK It eer 4 20 4 6 18 4 22 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 1 RAID 5 1 5 1 1 RAID d tinmitions ora 5 1 5 1 2 Installing Serial ATA hard 5 2 5 1 3 Setting the RAID item in 0 5
4. C mmm MAXIMUS VI HERO BE ice rn off un e MAXIMUS VI HERO Power on button 2 Reset button Press the reset button to reboot the system pt Boo LIL dari 8809988 MAXIMUS VI HERO K el ma on s 1 MAXIMUS VI HERO Reset button ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 25 3 MemOK button Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure triggering the MEMOK_LED near the MemOK switch to light up continuously Press and hold the MemOK button to start the memory tuning process to load and test failsafe memory settings BBY V MAXIMUS HERO 4 oo
5. m 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 5Gbps faster charging time for USB chargeable devices optimized power efficiency and backward compatibility with USB 2 0 fp E USB3_12 1 Vbus ii Vbus IntA_P1_SSRX 5 IntA_P2_SSRX IntA_P1_SSRX Ss IntA_P2_SSRX GND IntA_P1_SSTX C P IntA P2 SSTX w IntA P1 SSTX IntA_P2_SSTX GND IntA_P1_D E IntA P2 D IntA_P1_D IntA_P2_D ID MAXIMUS HERO sla K 1 R M mom 01 I MAXIMUS VI HERO USB3 0 connector The USB 3 0 module is purchased separately These connectors are based on xHCI specification We recommend you to install the related driver to fully us
6. um eun NA 1 26 MAXIMUS VI HERO button Refer to section 1 2 8 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the MEMOK LED The MEMOK LED also lights up when the DIMM is not properly installed Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK function The MemOK switch does not function under Windows OS environment During the tuning process the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings It takes about 30 seconds for the system to test one set of failsafe settings If the test fails the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings The blinking speed of the MEMOK LED increases indicating different test processes Due to memory tuning requirement the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process the MEMOK LED lights continuously Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www asus com If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer To stop memory tuning turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5 10 seconds If your system fails to boot up due to BIOS overclocking press the MemOK switch to boot and load
7. MAXIMUS VI HERO Fan connectors CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM GND Hi DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors Ensure to fully insert the 4 pin CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector CPU FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A 12 W fan power The CPU fan connector has a special latch that detects the installed CPU fan type and automatically changes the fan control mode DC mode and PWM mode for the most precise fan control function 1 42 Chapter 1 Product introduction 8 ATX power connectors 24 EATXPWR 8 EATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit E EATX12V O EATXPWR B OOOO 3 Volts GND Ria 12 Volts 5 Volts 12 Volts 5
8. MAXIMUS VI HERO 240 DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO Memory configurations You may install 1GB 2GB 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets Memory module with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding timing or the loaded XMP profile is not the JEDEC memory standard The stability and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU s capabilities and other installed devices You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B The system maps the total size of the lower sized channel for the dual channel configuration Any excess memory from the higher sized channel is then mapped for single channel operation According to Intel CPU spec DIMM voltage below 1 65V is recommended to protect the CPU Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimal compatibility we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code D C from the same vendor Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules Due to the memory address limitation on 32 bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less For effective use of memory we recommend that you do any of the following a Useamaximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32 bit Windows OS b Install a 64 bit Windows OS w
9. 4 422 022 5 2 5 1 4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 5 3 5 2 Creating a RAID driver disk eese 5 8 5 2 1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 5 8 5 2 2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 5 8 5 2 3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation 5 9 Appendices pj je scia 1 ASUS contact iii A 5 vi 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 Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard ensure that all power cables are unplugged Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qu
10. 22 Z I nd PIN 1 PIN 1 MAXIMUS VI HERO oz Iz fe fr fr Ui Er gt 82 10 Sc Z a 2 o HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 pin definition compliant definition NA We recommend that you connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard s high definition audio capability 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 or AC97 Chapter 1 Product introduction USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB1112 USB1314 These connectors are for USB 2 0 ports Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 48 MBps connection speed HOOH LIL E 9 q Oss MAXIMUS VI HERO O USB1314 USB 5V USB_P14 USB 14 GND NC PIN 1 USB 5V USB_P13 GND USB_P13 MAXIMUS VI HE
11. mE Power B FCIE ICI T 00 bel ml Pour By Pisahled ErP Ready Disabled Allows you to switch off some power at S4 S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement When set to Enabled all other PME options will be switched off Configuration options Disabled Enabled S4 S5 Enabled 55 Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Power On The system goes into ON state after an AC power loss Power Off The system goes into OFF state after an AC power loss Last State The system goes into either OFF or ON state whatever the system state was before the AC power loss Power On By PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Allows you to disable or specify the keys in the PS 2 keyboard that you can use to activate Power On Configuration options Disabled Space Bar Ctrl Esc Power Key Power On By PCIE PCI Disabled Disabled Disables the PCIE PCI devices to generate a wake on LAN feature of the Intel Realtek LAN device or other installed PCIE LAN devices Enabled Enables the PCIE PCI devices to generate a wake on LAN feature of the 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 VI HERO 3 37 3 38 3 6 9 Network Stack et OF EF BIOS Utility Advanced Mo
12. eessseeeeneennenn 2 13 2 4 Starting up for the first time 2 17 2 5 Turning OTF th COMPUIGL ria 2 17 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 1 Knowing BIOS 3 1 3 2 BIOS setup program seen eee enn ennt nennen nnn nnns 3 2 3 2 1 E Z 3 3 3 2 2 Advanced 3 4 3 3 Mv Favorites ii 3 6 3 4 Extreme Tweaker MENU 3 7 3 5 2 3 23 3 6 Advanced Menia ici 3 25 3 6 1 arri 3 26 3 6 2 POCA COMMU AION sxc ail 3 28 3 6 3 SATA Configuratio til 3 30 3 6 4 System Agent Configuration 3 31 3 6 5 USB Configuratioi al 3 33 3 6 6 Platform Misc Configuration 3 34 3 6 7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3 35 3 6 8 E EEE A AE 3 37 3 6 9 Network STACK EY QE a UE 3 38 3010 ROGERS sla 3 38 3 7 Monitor Men ii 3 39 3 8 BOOT Mei 3 42 3 9 I iip 3 47 3 9 1 ASUS EZ Flash cssc 3 47 3 9 2 ROG Secure 3 47 3 9 3 AOUS PIO 3 49 3 9 4 ASUS SPD 3 50 3 9 5 ROG OC Panel H Key
13. 31 DRAM RAS ACT Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM COMMAND Rate Auto Configuration options Auto 1 3 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Secondary Timings DRAM RAS to RAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM REF Cycle Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 511 DRAM Refresh Interval Auto Configuration options Auto 1 65535 DRAM WRITE Recovery Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 16 DRAM READ to PRE Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1 255 DRAM WRITE to READ Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM CKE Minimum pulse width Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM CAS Write to Latency Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 RTL IOL control DRAM RTL Initial Value Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHA 000 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHA 001 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHA R1D0 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHA R1D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL 000 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL 001 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM RTL CHB R1D0 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 ASUS MAXIMUS VI
14. USB910 8 Er CHA FAN2 H SPDIFO HDMI USB3 34 LAN USB3 56 jo CHA FAN3 1 64bit 240 pin module 64bit 240 pin module 2 2 5 5 o o o E E N N 2 DDR3 DIMM_A1 DDR3 DIMM_A2 DDR3 DIMM_B1 DDR3 DIMM_B2 2 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIE_X16 X8_1 E MAXIMUS VI HERO Intel PCIEX1 2 Z87 FLBK LED A OLLI PCIE X8 2 ALC 1150 ASM 1061 PCIEX1 3 iROG Super yo PCIE X4 3 ATA6G E1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G 3 SATA6G 1 ATA6G 2 SATAeG 6 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_2 CHA FAN1 DRCT ROG EXT4 1344 USB1112 CLRTC DirectKey TPM USB PANEL Perea CREC CEREN pni mm 12 ZU US 18 W Us uU W C 13 Refer to 1 2 9 Internal connectors and 2 3 1 Rear connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors 1 6 Chapter 1 Product introduction Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Buttons and switches Slots 1 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V 2 CPU chassis and optional fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 pin CPU 4 CHA 1 3 3 LGA1150 CPU Socket 1 8 4 DDR3 DIMM slots 1 9 5 Code LEDs 1 31 6 MemOK button 1 26 7 START Power on button 1 25 8 RESET button 1 25 9 USB 3 0 connectors 20 1 pin USB3_12 1 39 10 Intel 787 Serial ATA 6 Gb s connector
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16. 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 2 5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards Failure to do so cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components T PCIE_X16 X8_1 E MAXIMUS VI HERO PCIEX1_2 PCIE_X8_2 E PCIE X4 3 E EE e Slot Description PCle 2 0 PCle 3 0 2 0 16 8_1 slot PCle20x12sot 3 0 2 0 x16 x8 2 slot PCle 2 0 x1 3 slot PCle 3 0 2 0 x4 3 slot ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 23 PCle operating mode VGA Configuration x16 We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX or SLI mode Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment Ath generation Intel Core processors support PCle 3 0 speed rate PCle_x16 x8_1 slot switches to x8 mode when PCle_x8_2 slots are occupied PCle operating mode PCIE_x4_3_SPEED PCIE_x1_1 PCIE_x1_2 PCIE_x1_3 PCIE_x4_3
17. MRC Fast Boot Auto Allows you to enable disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled DRAM CLK Period Auto Configuration options Auto 1 14 Channel A DIMM Control Enable Bot Allows you to enable or disable the Channel A DIMM slots with the following configuration options Enable Both DIMMS Disable DIMMO Disable DIMM1 Disable Both DIMMS Channel B DIMM Control Enable Bot Allows you to enable or disable the Channel B DIMM slots with the following configuration options Enable Both DIMMS Disable DIMMO Disable DIMM1 Disable Both DIMMS Scrambler Setting Optimized Set this item to Optimized ASUS to enhance system stability Configuration options Optimized ASUS Default MRC DQ Sense Amplifier Auto Reducing usually helps overclocking and over voltage Configuration options Auto 16 16 DQS Sense Amplifier Auto Reducing usually helps overclocking and over voltage Configuration options Auto 16 16 CMD Sense Amplifier Auto Reducing usually helps overclocking and over voltage Configuration options Auto 16 16 GPU DIMM Post Automatically detects and displays the information about the devices or memory installed on the PCle and DIMM slots The field shows N A if there are no devices installed on the slots ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 13 DIGI Power Control CPU Load Line Cali
18. Radio i a Li F LIN JI EI Cani 1 BE Alie Cod Pr f nem Pip Loni lir iI 28 VT d Disabled Allows you to enable virtualization technology function on memory control hub Enabled Enables the function Disabled Disables this function CPU Audio Devices Enabled Allows you to enable or disable CPU SA Audio devices Configuration options Enabled Disabled Graphics Configuration Allows you to select a primary display from iGPU and PCle graphical devices Primary Display Auto Allows you to select the primary display from iGPU PCIE and PCI Graphics devices Configuration options Auto IGPU PCIE mn la 9 8 um ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 31 iGPU Memory Auto Allows you to select the amount of system memory allocated to DVMT 5 0 by the IGPU Configuration options Auto 32M 64M 96M 128M 160M 192M 224M 256M 288M 320M 352M 384M 416M 448M 480M 512M 1024M Render Standby Auto Allows you to enable the Intel Graphics Render Standby support to reduce iGPU power use when the system is idle Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled IGPU Multi Monitor Disabled Allows you to enable the iGPU Multi Monitor The iGPU shared system memory size will be fixed at 64MB Configuration options Disabled Enabled NB PCle Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings PCIEx16_1 2 Link Spe
19. _ 1 Install the ASUS Q Shield to the chassis rear I O panel pm T 0 0 RMOnV Ond 9000000 A 9490000003205905900000 ET Ku 2990059090008 a 2 PUO 5 OO LETT 300 2 Place the motherboard into the chassis ensuring that its rear I O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I O panel ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2 1 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis 3 TITT E lt 3 cum mE A DO overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard 2 2 Chapter 2 Basic Installation CPU installation 2 1 2 Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 socket only DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket e 2 3 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2 1 3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary rp U 2 4 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Jm E ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2 1 4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 1 5 ATX Power connection ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2 7 2 1 6 SATA device connection 2 8 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Front I O Connector To ins
20. j O a 2 GENE ELTERN TL wn p Type Pole CRU 17 Saterday Talal 2087 ee BI tU FA ka Nr rnm Tory aL 77 RI Nn rmn ihe n Pi ap bem AREN HA DHU Sal Lage 8 ES Min rr Misia ni Shan lal file anca file EPA Remi Selects the Advanced Boot Menu i Normal mode ASUS Optimal mus the Advanced meee al aa mode menus Displays the system properties of the Selects the boot device priority selected mode on the right hand side Power Saving mode YA The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system Boot Menu F8 button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 3 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 fF To access the Advanced Mode click Exit then select Advanced Mode or press F7 hotkey Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help QUAT BEMELEDO LIEF BIOS Utility Advanced Moda n ie PIL marsul Lips i Cesar Up les speed BRAM sposi ralio sod Benwu litiganti Eiee Tal ing CRI Gakic Fae
21. 1 Click Manual tab ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide 2 From the Manual folder open the folder of the software manual that you wish to read gt ty E e JI 4 2 Chapter 4 Software support 3 5 software manuals 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 4 3 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 4 4 Al Suite 3 Al Suite 3 is an all in one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously Installing Al Suite 3 Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing AI Suite 3 in Windows 7 OS or Windows 8 OS To install AI Suite 3 on your computer Windows 7 OS 1 Place the Support DVD into the optical drive 2 Inthe AutoPlay dialog box click Run ASSETUP exe then select the Utilities tab DVD pene DES ME Support CD Shiva do Cho for polti and games inal ar ran program fram your media General k folder viter lw K Q Kir mers AuteBUrs egtian
22. 9 9 9 24 7 7 7 20 11 11 11 30 9 11 9 27 9 9 9 24 2133 11 11 11 27 11 11 11 31 11 11 11 31 Voltage Voltage DIMM socket support Optional DIMM socket support Optional 1 13 DDR3 2000 MHz capability Vendors Part No Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional AEXEA AXA3ES2G2000LG28V 2GB XMP AEXEA MOT S GK2000LG28V 4GB 2x 2GB XMP Apacer 78 AAGD5 9KD XMP 6GB 2GB Asint DM 908 L2HB 4GB H5TQ2G83BFRH9C XMP G SKILL F3 16000CL9D 4GBRH 4GB 2x 2GB XMP G SKILL F3 16000CL9D 4GBTD 4GB 2x 2GB XMP GEIL GUP34GB2000C9DC 4GB 2x 2GB XMP Patriot PV736G2000ELK XMP 6GB 3x 2GB Patriot PVT36G2000LLK XMP 6GB 3x 2GB Patriot PX7312G2000ELK 12GB 3x 4GB XMP Silicon SP002GBLYU200S02 2GB Power XMP Team 2GB T3D1288RT 20 XMP Team TXD32048M2000C9 L 2GB T3D1288LT 20 XMP Team TXD32048M2000C9 L T3D1288RT 20 XMP 1 14 Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No A DATA AX3U1866XW8G10 XMP CORSAIR CMD16GX3M2A1866C9 Ver5 29 XMP CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A1866C9 Ver4 13 XMP CORSAIR CMD16GX3M4A1866C9 Ver8 16 XMP CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver4 13 XMP CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver5 12 XMP CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver8 16 XMP CORSAIR CMT32GX3M4X1866C9 Ver3 23 XMP CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4X1866C9R Ver8 16 XMP CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4X1866C9R Ver 8 16 XMP CORSAIR
23. Disabled Disables the Chassis Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the Chassis Q Fan control feature Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM The following items appears only when you set the Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Q Fan Control feature to Enabled Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Fan Profile Standard This item allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan Standard Sets to Standard to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum chassis fan speed Manual Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters The following four items appear only when you set Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Fan Profile to Manual Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the chassis temperature The values range from 40 C to 75 Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 60 to 100 When the chassis temperature
24. PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes Microcode not found Microcode not loaded PEI Core is started Pre memory CPU initialization is started Pre memory System Agent initialization is started Pre memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization Reserved for ASL see ASL Status Codes section below Memory Installed CPU post memory initialization Post Memory System Agent initialization is started Post Memory PCH initialization is started DXE IPL is started continued on the next page 1 32 Chapter 1 Product introduction Q Code table Description Memory initialization error Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro code is not found or micro code update is failed Not used Power on 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 Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes Microcode not found Microcode not loaded PEI Core is started Pre memory CPU initializati
25. fain CON tp CHI Lovell ERI Furr fia ing Finite PRESA Tinta Contra Rote Last Radici TIENI T ME UTI Mic NET T IL it 1 Chenot PERI paar Fugen Fi Goneral Help Lp Gn wmm Fal Msg Fade Submenu item Pop up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items For changing the overclocking settings For changing the basic system configuration For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature power status and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 BIOS setup Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu For example selecting Main shows the Main menu items The other items My Favorites Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool and Exit on the menu bar have their respective menu items Back button This button appears when entering a submenu Press lt Esc gt or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen Submenu items A greater than sign gt before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu To display the submenu select the item and press lt Enter gt Pop up window Select a menu item and press lt Enter g
26. 3 Click the name of the device you ve inserted go to Drivers gt RAID and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version Click OK 4 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 5 9 5 10 Chapter 5 RAID support Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interfe
27. Append db from File 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 UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable DBX Management The dbx Revoked Signature database lists the forbidden images of db items that are no longer trusted and cannot be loaded Delete the dbx Allows you to delete the dbx file from your system Load dbx from File Allows you to load the downloaded dbx from a USB storage device Configuration options Yes No Append dbx from File Allows you to load the additional dbx from a storage device so that more db s images cannot be loaded The dbx file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable 3 46 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 9 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the submenu L a AF OF VER BIOS Utility Advanced Mode ERE Plank BG ner Gar Profile SES Lefureal ben OC Bag Conf 3 9 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 When you press lt Enter gt a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press lt Enter gt to confirm your choice LA For more details refer to section 3 11 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 u
28. GET316GB1600C9QC XMP GUP34GB1600C7DC XMP GR1600D364L9 2G FLGE85F C8KL9A XMP FLGF65F C8KL9A XMP KHX16009CD3K2 8GX XMP KHX1600C9D3B1 4G XMP KHX1600C9D3K3 12GX XMP KHX1600C9D3K3 6GX XMP KHX1600C9D3K3 6GX XMP KHX1600C9D3K4 16GX XMP KHX1600C9D3K6 24GX XMP KHX1600C9D3K8 32GX XMP KHX1600C9D3LK2 8GX XMP KHX1600C9D3P1 K2 8G KHX16C10B1K2 16X XMP KHX16C9K2 16 KHX16C9P1K2 16 KVR16N11 4 KTG2G1600PG3 XMP MT16JTF1G64AZ 1G6D1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability 8GB 2x4GB 8GB 2x4GB 16GB 4x4GB 16GB 4x4GB 32GB 4x8GB 16GB 4x4GB 4GB 2x2GB 2GB GoodRam GF1008KC JN 2GB KINGMAX N A 4GB KINGMAX N A 8GB 2x4GB 4GB 12GB 3x4GB 6GB 3x2GB 6GB 3x2GB 16GB 4x4GB 24GB 6x4GB 32GB 8x4GB 8GB 2x4GB 8GB 2x4GB 16GB 2x8GB 16GB 2x 8GB 16GB 2x8GB DIMM socket support Optional Voltage 1333 9 9 9 24 4G H5TQ2G83CFRPBC MICRON D9PBC continued on the next page Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No Voltage DIMM socket support Optional Micron MT16JTF1G64AZ Micron D9QBJ 1G6E1 MICRON MT16KTF51264AZ 4GB MICRON D9PFJ 1G6M1 Micron MT8JTF51264AZ 4GB Micron D9QBJ 1G6E1 MICRON MT8KTF25664AZ 2GB MICRON D9PFJ 1G6M1 Mushkin 996805 XMP 4GB 2x2GB Mushkin 998805 XMP 6GB 3x2GB O
29. 0 010V increment Eventual CPU Input Voltage Auto Allows you to set the Eventual CPU Input Voltage Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 800V to 2 440V at 0 010V increment DRAM Voltage Auto Allows you to set the voltage for the system memory Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 1 20V to 2 40V at 0 005V increment ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 21 3 22 PCH VLX Voltage Auto Allows you to set the PCH VLX voltage Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 8000V to 2 0000V at 0 00625V increment PCH Voltage Auto Allows you to set the PCH voltage Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 7000V to 1 8000V at 0 00625V increment VTTDDR Voltage Auto Allows you to set the VTTDDR voltage Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 6000V to 1 4000V at 0 00625V increment DRAM CTRL REF Voltage Auto Allows you to set the fraction of DRAM voltage given as reference on the Control lines Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 3950x to 0 6300 at 0 0050x increment DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA Auto Allows you to set the fraction of DRAM voltage given as reference on the data lines of Channel A Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 3950x to 0 6300 at 0 0050x DRAM DATA REF Volta
30. 3 Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives optional Booting the system in DOS environment 1 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB 2 Boot your computer When the ASUS Logo appears press F8 to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device Please select boot device SATA 9 9 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Od USB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX UEFI XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup and to move selection ENTER tos device ESC to boot using defaults 3 56 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 When the Make Disk menu appears select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number 4 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type d and press Enter to switch the disk from Drive optical drive to Drive D USB flash drive Welcome to FreeDOS http www freedos org C gt d D gt Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press lt Enter gt D gt bupdater pc g 2 The BIOS Updater screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 30 2012 05 22 LAU MI 3 lt Tab gt to switch between screen fields and use the lt Up Down Home End gt keys to select the BIOS file and press lt Enter gt BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS up
31. 7 1 channels of incredible surround sound Consumers can connect their PC to a home theater system DTS Interactive is capable of performing mult 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 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 2 Motherboard overview 1 2 1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings AN 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 Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component Before you install or remove any component ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard peripherals or components ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 5 1 2 2 Motherboard layout 2 3 4 5 Ou HU In Q_CODE 6 LIOULI M CPU FAN BB 4 MemOK EATX12V START MEMOK_LED BIOS_FLBK 7 i RESET KBMS_USB78
32. 9 9 27 10 11 10 30 9 10 9 28 9 10 9 28 9 10 9 28 9 9 9 24 9 10 9 28 9 9 9 24 9 11 9 27 9 11 9 27 1866 9 10 9 27 9 11 9 27 10 11 10 30 1 15 1 16 DDR3 1800 MHz capability Vendors G SKILL Part No F3 14400CL9D 4GBRL XMP DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors A DATA A DATA A DATA A DATA A DATA A DATA A DATA AMD AMD AMD Apacer Apacer Apacer Apacer Apacer Asint Asint Asint Asint Asint Asint Asint Asint ATP Part No AD3U1600C2G11 AD3U1600C4G11 AD3U1600W4G11 AD3U1600W8G11 AX3U1600GW8G9 XMP AX3U1600W8G11 AXDU1600GW8G9B XMP AE32G1609U1 U AE34G1609U2 U AP38G1608U2K XMP 78 B1GE3 9L10C 78 B1GET 9K00C 78 C1GET 9K10C AHU04GFA60C9Q3R XMP AHU08GFA60CBT3R XMP SLA302G08 EGG1C XMP SLA302G08 EGJ1C XMP SLA302G08 EGN1C SLA304G08 ENG1B SLB304G08 EGJ1B XMP SLB304G08 EGN1B SLZ302G08 EGN1C SLZ3128M8 EGJID XMP AQ12M64B8BKK0S 2GB 4GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 2x8GB 16GB 2x8GB 16GB 2x8GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 2x4GB 4GB 4GB 8GB 4GB 8GB 4GB 4GB 4GB 4GB 8GB 8GB 2GB 2GB 4GB 4GB 2x 2GB MICRON MICRON A DATA A DATA Apacer Apacer Apacer ASint ASint Asint SAMSUNG Chip NO D9PFJ D9PFJ 3WCD 1211A 3WCD 1211A 23EY4587MB6H 23EY4587MB6H AM5D5908DEQSCK AM5D6008BQQSCK AM5D6008BQQSCK 302G08 GG1C 302G08 GJ1C 302G08 G
33. ASL Status Codes section below Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean up of NVRAM Configuration Reset reset of NVRAM settings Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error continued on the next page Chapter 1 Product introduction Q Code table 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 Loadlmage returned error Boot Option is failed Startlmage returned error Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ACPI ASL Checkpoints Description System is entering S1 sleep state System is entering S2 sleep state System is entering S3 sleep state System is entering S4 sleep state System is entering S5 sleep state System is waking up from the S1 sleep state System is waking up from the S2 sleep state System is waking up from the S3 sleep state System is waking up from the S4 sleep state System has transitioned into ACPI mode Interrupt controller is in PIC mode System has transitioned into ACPI mode Interrupt controlle
34. ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 11259 Telephone 886 2 2894 3447 Fax 886 2 2890 7798 E mail info asus com tw Web site www asus com tw Technical Support Telephone 86 21 38429911 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address Telephone Fax Web site Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA 1 510 739 3777 1 510 608 4555 usa asus com 1 812 282 2787 1 812 284 0883 support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Fax Web site Online contact Technical Support Telephone Support Fax Online support Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany 49 2102 959911 www asus de www asus de sales 49 1805 010923 49 2102 9599 11 support asus com EUR 0 14 minute from a German fixed landline EUR 0 42 minute from a mobile phone ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO A 5 80Z0EL 3A 1 02 32 Burxyye 0 169A uous Auer eueN Ajuu0juoo 939 10 90 90 9jeq Bueu 39304 SHO3 n3 S9 LLOZEX 6002 8242 23 6002 2 9 ON 7 8002 91 ON 7 BANDON 3 09 921 600 LLOZ ZLY 2002 49009 NA LLOz zLV L 05609 1 231 5619002 l
35. CMZ32GX3M4X1866C 10 Ver3 23 XMP CORSAIR CMZ32GX3M4X1866C10 Ver 3 23 XMP CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 Ver8 16 XMP CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 XMP CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9G Ver5 12 XMP Crucial BLE4G3D1869DE1XT0 16F MD XMP G SKILL F3 14900CL10Q2 64GBZLD XMP G SKILL F3 14900CL9D 8GBSR XMP G SKILL F3 14900CL9Q 16GBXL XMP G SKILL F3 14900CL9Q 16GBZL XMP G SKILL F3 14900CL9Q 8GBFLD XMP G SKILL F3 1866C9Q 32GXM XMP KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3K2 8GX XMP Patriot PXD34G1866ELK XMP Patriot PXD38G1866ELK XMP Patriot PXD38G1866ELK XMP Patriot PXD38G1866ELK XMP Team TED34G1866HC13BK Team TED38G1866HC 13BK Team TLD34G1866HC9KBK XMP Team TLD38G1866HC10SBK XMP ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 16GB 2x 8GB 16GB 2x 8GB 16GB 4x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 32GB 4x 8GB 16GB 4x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 32GB 4x 8GB 32GB 4x 8GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 4GB 64GB 8x 8GB 8GB 2x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 32GB 4x 8GB 8GB 2x 4GB AGB 2x 2GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 4GB 8GB 4GB 8GB Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 2 4 10 11 10 30 1866 9 9 9 27 9 10 9 27 9 10 9 27 9 10 9 27 9 10 9 27 9 10 9 27 9 10 9 27 9 10 9 27 10 11 10 27 10 11 10 27 9 10 9 27 9 10 9 27 1866 9 10 9 27 9
36. Full Screen Maximize the boot logo size Disabled Hid the logo during POST YA The following items appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display item to Disabled Post Report 5 sec This item allows you to select the desired Post Report waiting time The values range from 0 to 10 seconds or until the lt Esc gt button is pressed LA The following items appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display item to Auto or Full Screen Post Delay Time 3 sec This item allows you to select a desired additional POST waiting time to easily enter the BIOS Setup You can only execute the POST delay time during normal boot The values range from 0 to 10 seconds YA This feature will only work when set under normal boot Bootup NumLock State On On Set the power on state of the NumLock to On Off Set the power on state of the NumLock to Off Wait For F1 If Error Enabled Disabled Disables the function Enabled The system waits for the lt F1 gt key to be pressed when error occurs ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 43 3 44 Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Force BIOS The third party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence Keep Current The third party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third party manufacturer had set the add on device to do so Interrupt 19 Capture Disabled When set to Enabled allows the option ROMS to trap Interrupt 19 Conf
37. HERO 3 11 3 12 DRAM RTL CHB R1D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 DRAM IO L CHA 000 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHA 001 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHA R1D0 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHA R1D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L RODO Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHB 001 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L R1D0 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 DRAM IO L CHB R1D1 Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 Third Timings tRDRD Auto Configuration options Auto 1 7 tRDRD dr Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tRDRD dd Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tWRRD Auto Configuration options Auto 1 63 tWRRD dr Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tWRRD dd Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tWRWR Auto Configuration options Auto 1 7 tWRWR dr Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 tWRWR dd Auto Configuration options Auto 1 15 Dec WRD Configuration options Auto 0 1 Chapter 3 BIOS setup tRDWR Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 tRDWR dr Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 tRDWR dd Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 MISC
38. HERO 4 21 4 22 4 6 RAMDisk RAMDisk is a data storage software that reserves a part of your system s memory and turns it into a high speed virtual drive where you can store cache files and game apps for instant access The following folders are not suitable for RAMDisk optimization Moving them into the RAMDisk might negatively affectm the performance of your system Swap file Page file The swap file is a permanent storage space used as the virtual memory expansion of the system memory Moving the swap file into the RAM Disk simply defects the whole purpose of having it and may affect your system s performance Startup folders Since RAMDisk loads during boot up together with the contents of the Junction folders changing the location of the startup folders may cause system error and disable loading your RAMDisk To launch RAMDisk click B Creating Deleting a RAMDisk drive Your RAMDisk drive allows you to place your favorite applications and files into RAM so you can utilize your RAM speed for better read write performance The files that are stored inside the RAMDisk are automatically backed up every time your PC is turned off Z The startup time may take a while depending on the size of your RAMDisk drive To create RAMDisk drives Click to create RAMDisk drives Lil uli Move the slider to the Click the drop down right to set the size arrow to choose a drive name for your allocation RAMD
39. It s no doubt that USB BIOS Flashback gives overclockers the ultimate convenience ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 3 1 1 5 ROG rich bundled software Kaspersky Anti Virus Kaspersky Anti Virus Personal offers premium antivirus protection for individual users and home offices It is based on advanced antivirus technologies The product incorporates the Kaspersky Anti Virus engine which is renowned for malicious program detection rates that are among the industry s highest DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to backup CD DVD and Blu ray discs It converts optical media into virtual discs and emulates devices to work with the virtual copies DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data music video and photo collections on a PC notebook or netbook ROG CPU Z ROG CPU Z is a customized ROG version authorized by CPUID It has the same functionality and credibility as the original version with a unique design Use the whole new look of ROG CPU Z to truly report your CPU related information and your uniqueness MemTweaklt MemTweaklt is a DRAM efficiency tool that allows you to read DRAM timings and allows you to post and share your DRAM configuration scores to the ROG website DTS Connect To get the most out of your audio entertainment across all formats and quality levels DTS Connect combines two enabling technologies DTS Neo PC upmixes stereo sources CDs MP3s WMAs internet radio into as many as
40. LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1150 socket Upon purchase of the motherboard ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent 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 Keep the cap after installing the motherboard ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization RMA requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1150 socket The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal or misplacement loss incorrect removal of the PnP Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 2 4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 DDR3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM slots AN 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 DE o DA pur gt gt gt gt 22 22 Li Qao TUNI i DI y K E oo OT I
41. SATA signal cable to SATA device You may also connect the right angle side of SATA cable to the onboard SATA port to avoid mechanical conflict with huge graphics cards These connectors are set to AHCI Mode by default If you intend to create Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to RAID Mode Refer to section 3 6 3 SATA Configuration for details Before creating a RAID set refer to section 5 1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD When using NCQ set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to AHCI Mode Refer to section 3 6 3 SATA Configuration for details 1 38 Chapter 1 Product introduction ASMedia Serial ATA 6 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_E1 2 red These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb s signal cables cci T Q mra _ i S dn ni rT Oss SATA6G_E1 SATA6G_E2 1 1 RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND MAXIMUS VI HERO de x ooo WT fe Z MAXIMUS VI HERO Asmedia SATA 6 0 Gb s connectors GND GND GND GND GND
42. Set default device Control settings panel Analog and digital connector status ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 19 4 20 4 5 MemTweaklt MemrTweaklt is a software that you can use to view all levels of memory timings You can validate your MemTweaklt settings to generate a memory efficiency score that you can share and compare with other users on the ROG website To use MemTweaklt double click on the desktop Click About tab and click REPUBLIC OF GAMERS to access ROG official website Click OK to exit MemTweaklt Chapter 4 Software support Validating and saving your MemTweaklt settings To validate and save your configuration online 1 Launch MemTweaklt and click Validate 2 In Online Mode key in your ASUS account ID and password and click Submit Z Your configuration will be displayed in MemTweaklt webpage To validate and save your configuration manually 1 Launch MemTweaklt and click Validate 2 In Manual Mode click Save Configuration File 3 Key ina file name for your configuration file and click Save 4 Click validation webpage In MemTweaklt Validation File Upload window key in your ASUS account ID and password MemTweaklt Validation File Upload 6 Click Browse locate the saved cvf file and click Open T Click Submit Wiper Perel rr Porre BHA Hren ET 1 Z Your configuration will be displayed in MemTweaklt webpage ASUS MAXIMUS VI
43. VRM power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously Configuration options Auto 100 110 12096 130 140 VA Choose a higher value when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power support ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 15 CPU Power Thermal Control 130 A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the O C potential Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 130 to 151 DO NOT remove the thermal module The thermal conditions should be monitored CPU Input Boot Voltage Auto VCCIN for the CPU right at boot Configuration options Auto 0 800 2 440V DRAM Current Capability 100 A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking range simultaneously Configuration options 100 110 120 130 DRAM Voltage Frequency Auto Allows you to adjust the DRAM switching frequency Assign a fixed high DRAM frequency to increase the overclocking range or a low DRAM frequency for a better system stability Configuration options Auto Manual The following item appears only when you set set the DRAM Frequency Mode item to Manual DRAM Fixed Frequency Mode 300 Allows you to set a fixed frequency Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 300kHz to 500kHz with a 10kHz
44. delete a RAID set To delete a RAID set 1 From the utility main menu select 2 Delete RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears Status Bootable Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non RAID ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED This does not apply to Recovery volumes t Select ESC Previous Menu DEL Delete Volume 2 Use the up down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete and then press lt Del gt The following warning message appears This does not apply to Recovery volumes Are you sure you want to delete volume Volume0 Y N 3 Press lt Y gt to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu or press lt N gt to return to the DELETE VOLUME menu 5 6 Chapter 5 RAID support Exiting the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility 1 From the utility main menu select 5 Exit and then press lt Enter gt The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to exit Y N ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 5 7 5 2 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set The motherboard does not provide floppy drive connector You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk 5 2 1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driv
45. first UEFI driver first Ignore Boot from PCle PCI Expansion Devices Legacy OpROM first Allows you to select the type of PCle PCI expansion devices that you want to launch Configuration options Legacy OpROM first UEFI driver first Chapter 3 BIOS setup Secure Boot Allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST OS Type Windows UE Windows UEFI Allows you to select your installed operating system Execute Mode the Microsoft Secure Boot check Only select this option when booting on Windows UEFI mode or other Microsoft Secure Boot compliant OS Other OS Get the optimized function when booting on Windows non UEFI mode Microsoft Secure Boot only supports Windows UEFI mode The following item appears only when set the OS to Windows UEFI model This item appears only when you set OS Type to Windows UEFI Mode It allows you to manage the Secure Boot keys Clear Secure Boot keys This item appears only when you load the default Secure Boot keys This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys Save Secure Boot Keys Allows you to save the PK Platform Keys to a USB storage device PK Management The Platform Key PK locks and secures the firmware from any permissible changes The system verifies the PK before your system enter
46. for CPUs with extended CPUID functions Disabled Disables this function Chapter 3 BIOS setup Execute Disable Bit Enabled Enabled Enables the No Execution Page Protection Technology Disabled Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero 0 Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Enabled Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously enabling one system to virtually function as several systems Disabled Disables this function Hardware Prefetcher Enabled Enabled Allows a hardware platform to automatically analyze the requirements and prefetch data and codes for the CPU Disabled Disables this function Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Enabled Enabled Allows a hardware platform to perform adjacent cache line prefetching Disabled Disables this function Boot Performance Mode Max Non Tu Allows you to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff Configuration options Max Non Turbo Performance Max Battery Turbo Performance Dynamic Storage Accelerator Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the Dynamic Storage Accelerator for C state configuration Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU Power Management Configuration The subitems in this menu allows you to manage and configure the CPU s power Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedSte
47. on CLRTC jumper default position Removing the cap will cause system boot failure again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data After the CMOS clearance reinstall the battery YA fthe steps above do not help remove the onboard battery and move the jumper You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking For system failure due to overclocking use the C P R CPU Parameter Recall feature Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values Due to the chipset behavior AC power off is required to enable C P R function You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 2 8 Onboard LEDs 1 Hard Disk LED The hard disk LED is designed to indicate the hard disk activity It blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive The LED does not light up when there is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function mim I O ES LJ Ome MAXIMUS VI HERO BN dal KI HD_LED K MM DL e J MAXIMUS VI HERO Hard Disk LED
48. the motherboard BIOS setup program 1 EZ Update Updates the BIOS in Windows environment 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted 4 ASUS BIOS Updater Updates and back ups the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive 3 11 1 EZ Update The EZ Update is a utility that allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP Internet Service Provider This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 53 3 54 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 fF Before you start using this utility download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www asus com To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB 2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press lt Enter gt to enable it A Re BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Hi Pila Fath Brit Tali M td zu TA c lu an Maa ag t sii IM MEM MEL 3 P
49. to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed After you set a password these items show Installed ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 23 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system Otherwise you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program To set an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press lt Enter gt 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press Enter 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press Enter 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press Enter 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the administrator password follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed User Password If you have set a user password you must enter the user password for accessing the system The User Password item on top of the scree
50. to swiftly launch any of the integrated ASUS utilities Click or tap the 7 on the top edge of menu to launch the menu bar Click to launch Al Suite 3 menu bar The Ai Suite 3 screenshots in this section are for reference only and can vary depending on motherboard model AI Suite 3 main menu bar USB BIOS 4 Way Optimization Ai Charger EZ Update Flashback USB 3 0 Boost System USB Charger Information Some functions in the Al Suite 3 main menu in this user manual may vary depending on the motherboard model Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 5 4 6 4 4 1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 comes with these five utilities in one interface 4 Way Optimization TurboV Processing Unit TPU Energy Processing Unit EPU DIGI Power Control and Fan Xpert 2 4 Way Optimization The 4 Way Optimization utility allows you to automatically tweak the TPU EPU DIGI Power Control and Fan Xpert 2 to their optimal settings Select an advanced power saving mode Click to auto detect the best settings based on actual usage i DO NOT remove your fan during the tuning process Chapter 4 Software support TurboV Processing Unit TPU ASUS TPU allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency CPU Cache and Core frequencies DRAM frequency and related voltages
51. 0 133 The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100 133 Memory Frequency Auto Allows you to set the memory operating frequency The configuration options vary with the BCLK PCIE Frequency item settings ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 9 Xtreme Tweaking Disabled This item may help improve some benchmarks performance Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU Graphics Max Ratio Auto Allows you to automatically optimize the CPU Graphics Ratio or manually set a value for an optimal CPU Graphics Ratio Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the CPU graphics ratio The minimum value depends on the installed CPU CPU Level Up Auto Allows you to select a CPU level and the related parameters will be automatically adjusted according to the selected CPU level Configuration options Auto 4 600G 4 400G 4 200G EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function Configuration options Disabled Enabled DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and press the lt Enter gt key Primary Timings DRAM CAS Latency Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 DRAM RAS to CAS Delay Auto Configuration options Auto 1 31 DRAM RAS PRE Time Auto Configuration options Auto 1
52. 12 Taiwan In your request please provide the name model number and version as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary object code This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address gpl asus com stating the product and describing the problem please DO NOT send large attachments such as source code archives etc to this email address Contents ciui m vi PROUT ENS UN Dee aS vii MAXIMUS VI HERO specifications summary iii ix Package et xiii Installation tools and components eene xiv Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1 1 Special TEAMS 1 1 1 1 1 Product allea iaia 1 1 1 1 2 ROG Gaming Fesalll88 seccececio rire 1 2 1 1 3 ROG Exclusi
53. 3 2133 MHz capability Vendors A DATA AX3U2133XC4G10 XMP A DATA AX3U2133XW8G10 XMP A DATA AX3U2133XW8G10 XMP Apacer 78 BAGE4 AFDOC XMP Apacer AHU04GFB33CAQ3R XMP CORSAIR CMD8GX3M2A2133C9 Ver1 5 XMP CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2B2133C9 Ver 7 1 XMP CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2B2133C9 XMP G SKILL F3 17000CL11Q2 64GBZLD XMP G SKILL F3 17000CL9Q 16GBXLD XMP G SKILL F3 17000CL9Q 16GBZH XMP G SKILL F3 17066CL9D 8GBPID XMP G SKILL F3 17066CL9Q 16GBTDD XMP G SKILL F3 2133C11Q 32GZL XMP KINGSTON KHX2133C11D3K4 16GX XMP KINGSTON 21 11 8 64 OCZ OCZ3XTEP2133C9LV4GK Patriot PV316G213C1K XMP Patriot PVV34G2133C9K XMP Patriot PXD38G2133C11K XMP Patriot PXD38G2133C11K XMP Team TLD38G2133HC11ABK XMP Team TXD34096M2133HC11A V XMP ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4G 2x 2G 4GB 2x 2GB 2x 4GB 4GB 16GB 2x 8GB 8GB 8GB 2x 4GB 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 4GB 2x 2GB 4GB 2x 2GB 64GB 8x 8GB 16GB 4x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 32GB 4x 8GB 16GB 4x 4GB 64GB 8x 8GB 2GB 16GB 2x 8GB 4GB 2x 2GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 4GB Timing 7 10 10 2 9 10 9 28 9 11 9 28 Timing 10 11 11 30 10 11 11 30 10 11 11 30 9 9 9 24 11 13 13 31 9 11 10 27 9 10 9 27 9 10 9 27 11 11 11 30 9 11 9 28 9 11 10 28 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 11 11 11 31 11 12 11 30
54. 5 1 1 RAID definitions RAID 0 Data striping optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel interleaved stacks Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate double that of a single disk alone thus improving data access and storage Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup RAID 1 Data mirroring copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to a second drive If one drive fails the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance fault tolerance and higher storage capacity The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing relational database applications enterprise resource planning and other business systems Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity redundancy data having to be calculated and written With the
55. 666 MHz capability Vendors Apacer Apacer Apacer G SKILL G SKILL GEIL Team Part No 78 BAGFF AFCOC XMP 78 BAGFR AFDOC XMP 78 CAGFF AFDOC XMP F3 2666C11Q 32GTXD XMP F3 2666CL10Q 16GBZHD XMP GOC332GB2666C11QC XMP TXD34G2666HC11CBK XMP 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 16GB 2x 8GB 32GB 4x 8GB 16GB 4x 4GB 32GB 4x 8GB 8GB 2x 4GB Timing Voltage DIMM 12 14 14 35 11 14 14 35 12 14 14 36 11 13 13 35 11 13 13 35 11 14 14 35 11 13 13 35 12 13 13 35 10 13 13 35 Timing 12 13 13 35 12 13 13 35 12 13 13 35 10 12 12 31 11 13 13 32 11 13 13 35 socket support Optional Voltage DIMM socket support Optional Team TXD38G2666HC11CBK XMP 16GB 2x 8GB 11 13 13 35 DDR3 2600 MHz capability Vendors Part No Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional A DATA AX3U2600GW8G11 XMP 16GB 2x 8GB DS 11 13 13 35 1 65 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 11 1 12 DDR3 2500 MHz capability Vendors G SKILL Part No F3 20000CL10Q 16GBZHD XMP 16GB 4x 4GB DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors A DATA A DATA Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL GEIL GEIL GEIL Kingston KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON Patriot Patriot Patriot Team Part No AX3U2400GC4G10 XMP AX3U2400GW8G11 XMP 78 BAGFL AFDOC XMP 783BAGF3 AFDOC XMP CMGTX8 XMP CMZ16GX3M2A2400C10 Ver4 21 CMZ1
56. 6GX3M4A2400C9R Ver4 13 XMP F3 19200CL10Q 32GBZHD XMP F3 19200CL11Q 16GBZHD XMP F3 19200CL11Q 16GBZHD XMP F3 19200CL9D 4GBPIS XMP F3 19200CL9Q 16GBZMD XMP GET34GB2400C9DC XMP GOC316GB2400C10QC XMP GOC316GB2400C11QC XMP KHX2400C11D3K4 8GX XMP KHX24C11K4 16X XMP KHX24C11T2K2 8X XMP KHX24C11T3K4 32X XMP PVV34G2400C9K XMP PXD38G2400C11K XMP PXD38G2400C11K XMP TXD38G2400HC10QBK XMP 4GB 16GB 2x 8GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 4x 2GB 16GB 2x 8GB 16GB 4x 4GB 32GB 4x 8GB 16GB 4x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 4G 2x 2G 16GB 4x 4GB 4GB 2x 2GB 16GB 4x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 8GB 4x 2GB 16GB 4x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 32GB 4x 8GB 4GB 2x 2GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 8GB Chi NO DS Timing 10 11 11 31 Timing 10 12 12 31 11 13 13 35 11 12 12 30 11 11 11 30 10 12 10 30 10 12 12 31 2400 9 11 11 31 10 12 12 31 11 11 11 31 11 11 11 31 9 11 9 28 9 11 11 31 9 11 9 27 10 11 11 30 11 11 11 30 11 13 11 30 11 13 13 30 9 9 9 24 9 11 9 27 11 11 11 30 2400 11 11 11 30 10 12 12 31 Voltage 1 65 Voltage DIMM socket support Optional DIMM socket support Optional Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 2200 MHz capability Vendors Part No G SKILL F3 17600CL7D 4GBFLS XMP GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC XMP GEIL GET38GB2200C9ADC XMP DDR
57. ACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in 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 RE 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 amp TTE Directive Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency band Exposure to Radio Fr
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59. AXIMUS VI HERO 2 11 2 3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2 3 1 Rear I O connection Rear panel connectors PS 2 Keyboard Mouse combo port Intel USB 2 0 port 9 and 10 Optical S PDIF OUT port Intel USB 3 0 port 3 and 4 Intel USB 2 0 port 7 and 8 USB BIOS Flashback button HDMI port Intel USB 3 0 port 5 and 6 0 Audio I O ports and Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs and audio port definitions 2 12 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 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 Due to the design of the Intel 8 series chipset all USB devices connected to the USB 2 0 and USB 3 0 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility LAN ports LED indications ACT LINK SPEED LED LED Activity Link LED Speed LED No link OFF 10 Mbps conn
60. C2846D30 D313 D9PFJ continued on the next page DIMM socket support Optional 2 4 1 21 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Patriot Patriot RiDATA RiDATA SAMSUNG Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power Team Transcend Transcend 1 22 Part No Chip Brand Chip NO Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 2 4 PGD316G1333ELK 16GB XMP 2x8GB PSD32G13332 2GB Prtriot PM128M8D3BU 15 C304627CB1AG22Fe 2GB RIDATA C304627CB1AG22Fe E304459CB1AG32Cf 4GB RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf M378B5273CH0 CH9 4GB SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C SP001GBLTE133S01 1GB NANYA NT5CB128M8AN CG SP001GBLTU133S02 1GB S POWER 10YT3E5 SP002GBLTU133V02 2GB S POWER 20YT3NG SP004GBLTU133V02 4GB S POWER 20YT3NG TED34096M1333HC9 4GB Team T3D2568LT 13 JM1333KLH 8G 623654 8GB Transcend TK963EBF3 TS1GLK64V3H 620053 8GB MICRON D9QBJ Side s SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support 1 2 Supports one 1 module inserted into any slot as Single channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the module into A1 slot Supports two 2 modules inserted into either the red slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the modules into slots A1 and B1 for better compatibility Supports four 4 modules inserted into both the red and black slots as two pairs of Dual channel memory configuration
61. CZ OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK 4GB 2x2GB Patriot PGD316G1600ELK 16GB XMP 2x8GB Patriot PGD316G1600ELK 16GB 9 9 9 24 XMP 2x8GB Patriot PGD38G1600ELK 8GB 9 9 9 24 XMP 2x4GB Patriot PGD38G1600ELK XMP 8GB 9 9 9 24 2x4GB Patriot PGS34G1600LLKA 4GB 7 7 7 20 2x2GB Patriot PGS34G1600LLKA2 4GB 8 8 8 24 2x2GB Patriot PV38G160C9KRD 8GB 9 9 9 24 XMP 2x4GB Patriot PVV38G1600LLK XMP 8GB 8 9 8 24 2x4GB Patriot PX7312G1600LLK 12GB 8 9 8 24 XMP 3x4GB Patriot PXD38G1600LLK XMP 8GB 1600 8 9 2x4GB 8 24 PSC AL9F8L93B GN2E 4GB PSC A3P4GF3BLF PSC ALAF8L93B GN2E 8GB PSC A3P4GF3BLF SanMax SMD 4G68HP 16KZ 4GB Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRPBC SanMax SMD 4G68NG 16KK 4GB ELPIDA J2108BDBG GN F Silicon SP002GBLTU160V02 2GB S POWER 20YT5NG 9 11 11 28 Power XMP Silicon SP004GBLTU160V02 4GB S POWER 20YT5NG 9 9 9 24 Power XMP Team 600 9 4GB Hynix H5TC2G83BFRH9A 9 9 9 24 D XMP Transcend JM1600KLH 8G 8GB Transcend TK963EBF3 626633 Transcend TS1GLK64V6H 8GB SAMSUNG K4B4G0846B 620945 Transcend TS1GLK64W6H 8GB SAMSUNG K4B4G0846B Transcend TS512MLK64W6H SAMSUNG K4B4G0846B ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 19 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 2 4 ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F 1333S 1GB SAMSUNG 4 100846 ACTICA ACT1GHU72C8G1333S 1GB SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F ECC ACTICA ACT2GHU64B8G1333M 2GB Micron D9KPT ACTICA ACT2GHU72D8G1333M 2GB Mi
62. E LED Chapter 1 Product introduction 4 BIOS LED The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity E FERA MAXIMUS VI HERO FLBK_LED MAXIMUS VI HERO FLBK_LED 5 Q Code LEDs The Q Code LED design provides you with a 2 digit error code that displays the system status Refer to the Q Code table on the next page for details mI Q CODE EH 5 gt NN VT K TL K O E amu mont ELI MAXIMUS VI HERO Q Code LED ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 31 Q Code table 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
63. HCI Allows you to set the SATA configuration Disabled Disables the SATA function IDE Set to IDE when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices AHCI Set to AHCI when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands RAID Set to RAID when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives Aggressive LPM Support Auto Allows you to enable the PCH to aggressively enter link power state Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup S M A R T Status Check Enabled S M A R T Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology is a monitor system When read write of your hard disk errors occur this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST Configuration options Enabled Disabled Hot Plug Disabled SATA6G 1 SATA6G_6 Red These items appear only when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to AHCI or RAID and allow you to enable disable SATA Hot Plug Support Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 6 4 System Agent Configuration ff ee OF UEF BIOS Utility Advanced Modo SE rod pri disablo
64. ISK Click Add to finish creaing the RAMDIsk drive Chapter 4 Software support To delete an existing RAMDisk drive pl Pa LAO Click to delete the existing RAMDisk 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 RAMO Click the drop down arrow to select your RAMDisk drive and its available storage Click Browse to select where to create Click Add to finish adding the new Click to delete the existing junction ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 23 4 24 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 PAT Click Synchronize to update your files Chapter 4 Software support RAID support 5 1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions Intel Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 and RAID 5 support EN If you want to install a Windows operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set you have to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation Refer to section 5 2 Creating a RAID driver disk for details
65. K DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK DP Configuration options Auto 0 1000 1 9000 Clock Crossing Voltage Auto The instantaneous voltage value when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK DP Configuration options Auto 0 1000 1 9000 DMI Gen 2 Auto Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2 Auto means Enabled Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled DMI De emphasis Control 6 dB Configure De emphasis control on DMI Configuration options 6 dB 3 5 db ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 17 3 18 PCIE Tuning Internal Graphics Auto Keep IGD enabled based on setup options Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled CPU Power Management The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Allows the operating system to dynamically adjust the processor voltage and cores frequency to decrease the average power consumption and decrease average heat production Configuration options Enabled Disabled Turbo Mode Enabled Allows you to enable your processor cores to run faster than the base operating frequency when it is below power current and specification limit Configuration options Disabled Enabled fF The following items appear only when you set the Turbo Mode to Enabled Turbo Mode Parameters Long Duration Package Power Limit Auto Allows you to limit the Turbo
66. KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGTIGER KINGTIGER Mach Xtreme Mach Xtreme MICRON OCZ OCZ OCZ OCZ Patriot Part No GG34GB1333C9DC GG34GB1333C9DC GVP34GB1333C9DC GVP38GB1333C7QC GVP38GB1333C9DC GR1333D364L9 2G HMT125U6TFR8A H9 M3UN 2GHJBC09 M3UN 4GHJAC09 FLFE85F B8KL9 FLFE85F C8KL9 FLFE85F C8KL9 FLFE85F C8KM9 FLFF65F C8KL9 FLFF65F C8KM9 KVR1333D3E9S 4G KVR1333D3N9H 4G KVR1333D3N9H 8G KVR13N9S8H 4 F10DA2T1680 KTG2G1333PG3 MXD3U133316GQ MXD3V13332GS MT8JTF25664AZ 1G4M1 O0CZ3G1333LV4GK OCZ3G1333LV8GK OCZ3G1333LV8GK OCZ3RPR1333C9LV8GK PG38G1333EL XMP ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4GB 2x2GB 4GB 2x2GB 4GB 2x2GB 8GB 4x2GB 8GB 2x4GB 2GB 2GB 2GB 4GB 2GB 2GB 2GB 2GB 4GB 4GB 4GB 4GB 8GB 4GB 2GB 2GB 16GB 4x4GB 2GB 2GB 4GB 2x2GB 8GB 2x4GB 8GB 2x4GB 8GB 2x4GB 8GB Chip Brand Qimonda Hynix Hynix Hynix KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX Kingmax KINGMAX Kingmax Elpida ELPIDA ELPIDA ELPIDA KINGTIGER Mach Xtreme MICRON Chip NO Voltage GL1L128M88BA115FW GL1L128M88BA15B IDSH1G 03A1F1C 13H H5TC1G83TFR H5TQ2G83CFRH9C H5TQ2G83CFRH9C KFB8FNLXL BNF 15A KFC8FNLBF GXX 12A KFC8FNLXF DXX 15A KFC8FNMXF BXX 15A KFC8FNLXF DXX 15A KFC8FNMXF BXX 15A J2108ECSE DJ F J2108BDBG GN F J4208EASE DJ F J4208BBBG GN F KTG1333PS1208NST C9
67. Key1 gt lt Key2 gt lt Key3 gt If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign viii MAXIMUS VI HERO specifications summary Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi GPU support Storage LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium Celeron processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2 0 The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2 0 support depends on the CPU types Refer to www asus com for Intel CPU support list Intel Z87 Express Chipset Dual channel memory architecture 4 x DIMM max 32GB DDR3 2800 2666 O C 2600 0 C 2500 O C 2400 O C 2200 0 C 2133 0 C 2000 O C 1866 O C 1800 O C 1600 1333 MHz non ECC un buffered memory Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile XMP Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs Please refer to Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List for details 2 x PCI Express 3 0 2 0 x16 slots Red single at x16 or dual at x8 x8 mode 1 x PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot Black max at 4 mode 3x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slot The PCle 2 0 x16 slot 4 3 shares bandwidth with PCle 2 0 x1 slots The default setting is mode The PCle 2 0 x1 slots PCIEX1 1 2 3 will be disabled when PCle 2 0 x16 slot 4 operates under x4 speed In
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69. MP F3 12800CL8D 8GBECO XMP ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 16GB 2x8GB 8GB 2x4GB 8GB 2x4GB 4GB 2x2GB 16GB 4x4GB 6GB 3x2GB 6GB 3x2GB 6GB 3x2GB 8GB 2x4GB 16GB 2x8GB 16GB 4x4GB 32GB 4x8GB 8GB 2x4GB 8GB 4x2GB 12GB 6x2GB 2GB 2x1GB 4GB 4GB 2x2GB 4GB 2x2GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 8GB 2x4GB 16GB 4x4GB 8GB 2x4GB DS DS DS DS DS DS DS SS DS DS DS DS SS DS SS DS DS DS SS DS DS DS DS DS N2CB2G80GN DG N2CB2G80GN DG N2CB4G80BN DG continued on the next page Voltage 9 9 9 24 1600 8 8 8 24 9 9 9 24 6 6 6 18 Heat Sink Package 8 8 8 24 8 8 8 24 7 8 7 20 9 9 9 24 10 10 10 27 9 9 9 24 10 10 10 27 8 8 8 24 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 8 8 8 24 8 8 8 24 9 9 9 28 9 9 9 28 9 9 9 28 7 8 7 24 7 8 7 24 8 8 8 24 DIMM socket support Optional 1 18 Vendors G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL G Skill G SKILL GEIL GEIL GoodRam KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGTIGER MICRON F3 12800CL9D 8GBRL XMP F3 12800CL9D 8GBSR2 XMP F3 12800CL9Q 16GBXL XMP F3 12800CL9Q 16GBZL XMP F3 1600C9Q 32GXM XMP
70. N1C 304G08 GN1B 304G08 GN1B 302G08 GN1C 3128M8 GJ1D K4B2G08460 continued on the next page Timing DIMM socket support Optional Voltage DIMM socket support Optional Voltage 11 11 11 28 11 11 11 28 11 11 11 28 11 11 11 28 9 9 9 24 9 11 9 27 9 11 9 27 11 11 11 28 11 11 11 31 11 11 11 28 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 27 9 9 9 27 9 11 11 28 9 9 9 27 Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR Crucial Crucial EK Memory EK Memory Elixir Elixir Elixir G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL Part No CMD16GX3M2A1600C9 Ver8 21 XMP CMD8GX3M2A1600C8 Ver5 12 XMP CMD8GX3M2A1600C9 Ver2 12 XMP CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 CML16GX3M4X1600C8 Ver 2 12 XMP CMP6GX3M3A1600C8 XMP CMP6GX3M3A1600C8 XMP CMX6GX3M3C1600C7 XMP CMX8GX3M2A1600C9 Ver3 19 XMP CMZ16GX3M2A1600C10 Ver 3 24 XMP CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9 XMP CMZ32GX3M4X1600C10 Ver2 2 XMP CMZ8GX3M2A1600C8 XMP CMZ8GX3M4X1600C9 Ver 2 12 XMP HX3X12G1600C9 XMP BL12864BN1608 8FF XMP BLT4G3D1608DT1TX 0 16FM XMP EKM324L28BP8 116 XMP EKM324L28BP8 116 XMP M2X2G64CB88G7N DG XMP M2X4G64CB8HG5N DG XMP M2X8G64CB8HB5N DG XMP F3 12800CL7D 8GBRH XMP F3 12800CL7Q 16GBXH X
71. RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 5 1 5 2 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 1 Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays 2 Connect the SATA signal cables 3 Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive 5 1 3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID sets using SATA HDDs To do this 1 Enter the BIOS Setup during POST 2 Go to the Advanced menu gt SATA Configuration and then press lt Enter gt 3 Set the SATA Mode item to RAID Mode 4 Save your changes and then exit the BIOS Setup LA Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup Due to chipset limitation when SATA ports are set to RAID mode all SATA ports run at RAID mode together Chapter 5 RAID support 5 1 4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 1 Turn on the system 2 During POST press lt Ctrl gt lt I gt to display the utility main menu mac
72. RO USB2 0 connectors A I motherboard ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO USB1112 N n tn e 2 la Zo oz USB 5V USB_P1 USB_P11 GND USB 5V USB_P11 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q Connector USB first and then install the Q Connector USB to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports 2 x USB2 0 ports USB1314 at mid board shares with ROG extension ROG EXT port 1 41 7 CPU chassis and optional fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 CPU_OPT 4 pin 1 3 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 Detection latch O 70 CPUFANPWR C CPU FAN IN gt Z CPU FAN PWM GND H QCPU CHA_FAN2 QCHA 1 CHA FAN zA CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND CHA_FAN3 MAXIMUS VI HERO PWR FAN IN OPT FAN PWM CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM GND GND 9
73. Ratio s time duration thay exceeds the TDP Thermal Design Power for maximum performance Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1W to 4096W Package Power Time Window Auto Also known as Power Limit 1 and allows you to maintain the time window for Turbo Ratio over TDP Thermal Design Power Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1 second to 127 seconds Short Duration Package Power Limit Auto Also known as Power Limit 2 and allows you to provide rapid protection when the package power exceeds the Power Limit 1 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 1W to 4096W CPU Integrated VR Current Limit Auto Allows you to set a higher current limit to prevent frequency and power throttling when overclocking Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 0 125 to 1023 875 with a 0 125 interval fF Appear only when you set the Turbo Mode to Disabled CPU Internal Power Switching Frequency Frequency Tuning Mode Auto Allows you to increase or decrease the switching frequency of the internal regulator Decrease to help consume less power or increase to help voltage stability When this item is set to or the Frequency Tuning Offset appears and allows you to set its value from 0 to 6 Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Internal Power Fault Control Thermal Feedback Au
74. Volts 5V Standby 5 Volts o Power OK 5 Volts E GND GND cacca 5 Volts GND 2222 GND GND i oe 5 Volts PSON GND GND E 3 Volts 12 Volts 3 Volts 3 Volts MAXIMUS VI HERO PIN 1 Eun lt K rn i mo oo 4 MAXIMUS HERO ATX power connectors Fora fully configured system we recommend that you use a power supply unit PSU that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2 0 or later version and provides a minimum power of 350 W Do not forget to connect the 4 pin 8 pin EATX12 V power plug Otherwise the system will not boot 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 If you want to use two or more high end PCI Express x16 cards use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguage en us for details ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 43 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions 1L Qs ec 69 O 3 PLED SPEAKER vo
75. alance during load transients to eliminate current imbalance resulting from a load current oscillating near the switching frequency Configuration options Auto LEVEL 4 LEVEL 4 Power Current Offset Auto Allows you to increase or decrease the output current sensed by the CPU It finds the balance between optimal regulating while staying below the current threshold Configuration options Auto 10096 87 596 75 096 62 596 50 096 37 596 25 096 12 596 096 12 5 25 0 37 5 50 0 62 5 75 0 87 5 100 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 19 3 20 Power Fast Ramp Response Auto Allows you to increase to enhance the response of the voltage regulator during the load transient Configuration options Auto 0 00 1 50 CPU Internal Power Saving Control Power Saving Level 1 Threshold Auto Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential Higher value provides better power saving condition Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from OA to 80 at 1Amp increment Power Saving Level 2 Threshold Auto Lower value provides sufficient overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential Higher value provides better power saving condition Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from OA to 50A at 1Amp increment Power Saving Level 3 Threshold Auto Lower value provides sufficient ov
76. alified service technician or your retailer Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediately To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors slots sockets and circuitry Avoid dust humidity and temperature extremes Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet Place the product on a stable surface If you encounter technical problems with the product contact a qualified service technician or your retailer About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports lt includes description of the switches jumpers and connectors on the motherboard Chapter 2 Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components Chapter 3 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Chapter 4 Softwa
77. alinterval VCCIN MOS Volt Control Auto This is the driving voltage for the MOSFET on the VCCIN Rail Configuration options Auto Manual Active VGD Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Power Phase Control Auto Allows you to set the power phase control of the CPU Standard Set the phase control based on the CPU command Optimized Set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile Extreme Set the full phase mode Manual Set manually to a faster phase response to increase system Adjustment performance or to slower phase response to increase DRAM power efficiency The following item appears only when you set the CPU Power Phase Control to Manual DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to Extreme and Manual Adjustment The thermal conditions should be monitored fF Adjustment Manual Adjustment Fast Allows you to set a response for the CPU power phase control Configuration options Ultra Fast Fast Medium Regular CPU Power Duty Control T Probe DIGI VRM Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of every phase component T Probe Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance Extreme Select to maintain the current VRM balance N DO NOT remove the thermal module The thermal conditions should be monitored CPU Current Capability Auto DIGI VRM CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking A higher value setting gets higher
78. amp N Turn on the devices in the following order a Monitor b External SCSI devices starting with the last device on the chain System power 6 After applying power the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up For systems with ATX power supplies the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button If your monitor complies with the green standards or if it has a power standby feature the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on The system then runs the power on self tests POST While the tests are running the BIOS beeps refer to the BIOS beep codes table or additional messages appear on the screen If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power the system may have failed a power on test Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two No memory detected short beeps then a pause repeated One continuous beep followed by three No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps 7 At power on hold down the Delete key to enter the BIOS Setup Follow the instructions in Chapter 3 2 5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON press the power button for less
79. bration Auto Load line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU power voltage The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading Higher load line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions Select from Level 1 to Level 8 to adjust CPU power voltage from 0 to 100 The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification DO NOT remove the thermal module The thermal conditions must be monitored CPU Voltage Frequency Auto Switching frequency affects the VRM transient response and the thermal component conditions Higher frequency gets quicker transient response Configuration options Auto Manual DO NOT remove the thermal module when setting this item to Manual The thermal conditions should be monitored VA The following items appear only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to Auto VRM Spread Spectrum Disabled Enable the VRM Spread Spectrum to enhance system stability Configuration options Disabled Enabled Active Frequency Mode Disabled Enable the Active Frequency Mode for an enhanced power saving condition Configuration options Disabled Enabled VA The following item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage Frequency to Manual CPU Fixed Frequency XXX This item allows you to set a fixed CPU frequency Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the v
80. cron D9KPT ECC ACTICA ACT2GHU72D8G1333S 2GB SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F ECC ACTICA ACT4GHU64B8H1333H 4GB Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR ACTICA ACT4GHU72D8H1333H 4GB Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR ECC AMD AE32G1339U1 U 2GB AMD 23EY4587MB3H AMD AE34G1339U2 U 4GB AMD 23EY4587MB3H Apacer 78 A1GC6 9L1 2GB Apacer AM5D5808FEQSBG Apacer 78 B1GDE 9L10C 4GB Apacer AM5D5908CEHSBG Asint SLA302G08 EDJ1C 2GB ASint 302G08 DJ1C Asint SLA304G08 EDJ1B 4GB Asint 304G08 DJ1B Asint SLB304G08 EDJ1B 8GB Asint 304G08 DJ1B Asint SLZ302G08 EDJ1C 4GB ASint 302G08 DJ1C ATP AQ12M72E8BKH9S 4GB SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C ECC BUFFALO D3U1333 1G 1GB Elpida J1108BFBG DJ F BUFFALO D3U1333 2G 2GB Elpida J1108BFBG DJ F BUFFALO D3U1333 4G 4GB NANYA NT5CB256M8BN CG CORSAIR CMV4GX3M2A1333C9 4GB N A 2x2GB CORSAIR CMV8GX3M2A1333C9 8GB N A 2x4GB CORSAIR CMX8GX3M1A1333C9 8GB Ver2 2 CORSAIR CMX8GX3M1A1333C9 8GB Ver3 23 CORSAIR CMX8GX3M2A1333C9 XMP 2x4GB EK EKM324L28BP8 113 4GB Memory 2x2GB G SKILL F3 10600CL9D 4GBNT 4GB G SKILL 128 8 9 2GB 2x2GB G SKILL F3 10666CL9D 8GBRL 8GB 2x4GB G SKILL F3 10666CL9D 8GBRL 8GB 2x4GB G SKILL F3 10666CL9D 8GBXL 8GB 2x4GB GEIL GET316GB1333C9QC 16GB 4x4GB continued on the next page 1 20 Chapter 1 Product introduction DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL GoodRam Hynix INNODISK INNODISK KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX
81. ct introduction Q Code table Description Recovery capsule is not found Invalid recovery capsule Reserved for future AMI error codes DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the PCH Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization System Agent module specific PCH initialization is started PCH DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH Initialization PCH module specific ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection BDS phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization PCI Bus Enumeration PCI Bus Request Resources PCI Bus Assign Resources Console Output devices connect Console input devices connect Super IO Initialization USB initialization is started USB Reset continued on the next page ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 35 Q Code table Description USB Detect USB Enable Reserved for future AMI codes IDE initialization is started IDE Reset IDE Detect IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Reserved for ASL see ASL Status Codes section below Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL see
82. da is Prine Saleh Tact MEF atari Network Stack Disabled This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network stack Configuration options Disabled Enable fF The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to Enabled Ipv4 ipv6 PXE Support Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the 4 PXE boot option Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 6 10 ROG Effects OF WEF BIOS Utility Advanced Moda Pam RG gt Faihl s Liga iper left corsa LEP la preme Lig 1 LED ROG Pulse Enabled This item allows you to enable the ROG Logo animation on the upper left corner of the main menu Configuration options Disabled Enabled Onboard LED Enabled This item allows you to enable all the onboard LEDs Configuration options Enabled Disabled SupremeFX Lighting LED Enabled This item allows you to enable the SupremeFX Lighting LED Configuration options Enabled Disabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings ee CP BIOS Utility Advanced Modo NE TII E 1 LIU CETE IE Ema blind sp uni aiia Malti IL pru Mali Fan Saeed Amii lan Speed Anti Surge Support Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge functio
83. date Are you sure to update BIOS ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 57 4 Select Yes and press Enter When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer failure For BIOS Updater version 0224 or later the utility automatically exits to the DOS N DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot prompt after updating BIOS Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details A Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them 3 58 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Software support 4 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows 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 ASUS website at www asus com for updates Running the support DVD Ensure that you have an Administrator account before running the support DVD in Windows 7 or Windows 8 OS YA The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the 4 2 1 To run the suppo
84. e the USB 3 0 ports under Windows 7 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 39 1 40 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port Connect the S PDIF Out module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis p 80 LIL Sa Oss is 5 MAXIMUS VI HERO 5 gt 2 56 SPDIF_OUT MAXIMUS VI HERO Digital audio connector Z The S PDIF module is purchased separately Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio I O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio I O module cable to this connector pe LI DIRI gu ne s i cc 5 5 eau NET LU Er sal 2 al DA non a Quz 2 z Zou i
85. ear only when you set the Fast Boot to Enabled a SATA Support All Sata D USB Support Partial In Disabled All USB devices will not be available until OS boot up for a fastest POST time 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 P 2 Keyboard and Mouse Support Auto Allows you to disable or have full system control of the PS 2 devices availability during POST 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 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Next Boot after AC Power Loss Normal Boot Normal Boot Returns to normal boot on the next boot after an AC power loss Fast Boot Accelerates the boot speed on the next boot after an AC power loss HW Fast Boot Disabled Allows the system to enable or disable the HW Fast Boot Configuration options Disabled Enabled DirectKey Enable Go to BIOS Disabled Disables the DirectKey button The system will only power on or off when you press the DirectKey button Go to BIOS Setup Allows the system to power on and go to the BIOS Setup directly when you press the DirectKey button Boot Logo Display Auto Auto Auto adjustments for Windows requirements
86. eboot your system Refer to section 3 8 Boot Menu for details about setting the DirectKey default function ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 27 1 2 7 Jumper Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock RTC RAM in CMOS You can clear the CMOS memory of date time and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS which include system setup information such as system passwords fr N MAXIMUS VI HERO C Im CLRTC EI 12 2 m L CET E Normal Clear RTC omini UID eni Default MAXIMUS VI HERO Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 2 Move the jumper from pins 1 2 default to pins 2 3 Keep the cap on pins 2 3 for about 5 10 seconds then move the cap back to pins 1 2 3 the power cord and turn ON the computer p Hold down the Del key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter data Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap
87. ection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection LAN port BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Port Headset 4 channel channel 8 channel 2 2 channel Light Blue Line In LineIn 2 In In Lime Eu Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Orange Center Subwoofer Center Subwoofer Black Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray Side Speaker Out 2 3 2 Audio I O connections Audio I O ports ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2 13 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers INPUTS Connect to 2 1 channel Speakers INPUTS 2 14 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Connect to 4 1 channel Speakers AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS 6 6 ron Connect to 5 1 channel Speakers AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS INPUTS A inl 6 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2 15 Connect to 7 1 channel Speakers o l 6 2 16 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 4 Starting up for the first time 1 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
88. ed Auto Allows you to configure the PCIEx16 speed for slots 1 and 2 Configuration options Auto Gen1 Gen2 DMI Link ASPM Control Auto Allows you to enable or disable the control of Active State Power Management on SA side of the DMI Link Configuration options Auto Disabled LOs L1 LOsL1 PEG ASPM Disabled Allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG device Configuration options Disabled Auto ASPM LOs ASPM L1 ASPM LOsL1 Memory Configuration Allows you to configure the memory configuration parameters Memory Scrambler Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Memory Scrambler support Configuration options Enabled Disabled Memory Remap Enabled Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB Configuration options Enabled Disabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 6 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features VER BIOS Utility Advanced Modo nom GE Cael Legacy soe Hl 4147 legari il dic spl ten will imp dieser ral lade applica ios Brite 8 Mi ETE He E ull zu ind Fingle Fort Control Last LA The USB Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Legacy USB Support Enabled Enabled Enab
89. ed USB device Click to apply the settings Click to discard the settings Click to select the type of USB device that you wish to charge when the system is off 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 LA The USB Charger does not support USB hubs and USB extension cables and com generic USB cables The USB Charger may not recognize some ASUS devices due to a special design Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 7 Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8 channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer The software provides Jack Sensing function S PDIF Out support and interrupt capability The CODEC also includes the Realtek proprietary UAJ Universal Audio Jack technology for all audio ports eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed you will find the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar Double click on the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio Manager Realtek HD Audio Manager Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows 8 Windows 7 Configuration option tabs vary with the audio devices connected i
90. el R Rapidi Storage Technology ROM 5 1 1070 Copyright 2003 10 Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved 1 MENU 1 Create RAID Volume Recovery Volume Options 2 Delete RAID Volume 5 Acceleration Options 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID vs RAID Volumes None defined Physical Devices Port Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 0 ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149 0GB 1 5 3160812 5 9LS0FAHL 149 0GB 2 ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149 0GB 3 ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149 0GB t Select ESC Exit ENTER Select Menu The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section for reference only and may exactly match the items on your screen Z The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 5 3 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set 1 From the utility main menu select 1 Create RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears CREATE VOLUME MENU Name RAID Level Disks Strip Size 1 Sync Create volume Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less Enter a name for the RAID set and press lt Enter gt When the RAID Level item is selected press the up down arrow key to select a RAID level to create and then press lt En
91. equency Energy The radiated output power of the Wi Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO A 3 I U 5 D 4 Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada NCC Taiwan Wireless Statement ea WESS PAR sy LOI RRR SHEE RE RA TIRA es RA PE BHANHTENES BIUSBS ALIA ET eae eR HER FE 5 25GHz 5 35GHz WR P IE Z m M BR TASE 5250 5350GHz LE MER SS Ate FRI Japan RF Equipment Statement NEG MES 515G ES SAR Be Te Sea KC RF Equipment ta 2 ee EADY ug FAS ABE AE UE e 7171 datas Wd AEG gt Gere ct Appendices ASUS contact information
92. er disk without entering the OS Boot your computer Press lt Del gt during POST to enter the BIOS setup utility Set the optical drive as the primary boot device Insert the support DVD into the optical drive Save changes and exit BIOS When the Make Disk menu appears press lt 1 gt to create a RAID driver disk Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive then press lt Enter gt N N Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process 5 2 2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows To create a RAID driver disk in Windows 1 Start Windows 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk 3 Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive 4 Go to the Make Disk menu and then click Intel AHCI RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID driver disk Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk 6 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process LA Write protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection Chapter 5 RAID support 5 2 3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation To install the RAID driver for Windows 7 or later OS 1 During the OS installation click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver 2 Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive and then click Browse
93. erclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential Higher value provides better power saving condition Use lt gt lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from to 30A at 1Amp increment CPU Core Voltage Auto Configures the amount of Voltage fed to the Cores of the processor Increase when increasing Core Frequency Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 1 050000V to 2 200000V at 0 003125V increment CPU Core Voltage Override Auto Appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Manual Offset Mode Sign CPU Core Voltage Offset Auto fF Appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Offset Adaptive Mode Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage Auto Appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Adaptive Model CPU Cache Voltage Auto Configures the amount of Voltage fed to the UNCore of the processor including it is cache Increase when increasing CPU Cache Frequency Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 999V to 0 999V at 0 001V increment Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Graphics Voltage Auto Configures the amount of Voltage fed to the onboard graphics unit on the processor Increase when increasing IGPU Frequency Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 999V to 0 999V at 0 001V increment CPU System Agent Voltage Offset Mode Sig
94. ess and perform ASPM operations in the operating system Configuration options Disabled Enabled 7 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 3 34 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 6 7 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items et UO UEF BIOS Utility Advanced Modo me ain nl Enable BI Les PEE loi Miral La Frost Panel ip IUT Tie Anti Boge TOME b i Vid Hat p liag Dial LAM Custrulller Enabled Intel PE Pisak Eni Quick AAC List elal Mie Select lt Pala Sebel pi Fl Genera Help EHE al Fa Pall NUN ru LIU II MI IL Fi hm EC UI Pisi Fisl Scie HD Audio Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the High Definition Audio Controller Disabled Disables the controller The following items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller to Enabled Front Panel Type HD Allows you to set the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 or high definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports HD Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to high definition audio AC97 Sets the fron
95. for an enhanced system stability and boost performance Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings Setting high Le 3 voltage may damage the CPU permanently and setting a low voltage may lead to an unstable system For system stability all changes made TurboV will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts Using TPU CPU Frequency Click to adjust the Base Clock Frequency CPU Ratio and CPU Ring Ratio Click gt or 4 to select the number of cores to adjust Click to apply the adjustments Click to load Click to save the Tick to enable Click to undo the the saved adjustment into a Group Tuning adjustments profile profile Setthe CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to Auto before using the CPU Frequency TPU Refer to the BIOS chapter of your motherboard user manual for details The CPU Frequency bars show the status of the CPU cores which vary with your CPU model ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 7 Voltage Drag the slider to adjust CPU Core CPU Cache CPU Analog VO PCH Interfacing VTTDDR and PCHVLX voltages Drag the slider to adjust DRAM CPU System Agent CPU Digital I O PCH CPU Input and PLL Termination voltages Drag the slider to adjust PCH ICC Voltage Click to apply the adjust
96. ge on CHB Auto Allows you to set the fraction of DRAM voltage given as reference on the data lines of Channel B Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Allows you to enable disable or set to automatic the BCLK overclocking ability Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled BCLK Recovery Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the BCLK recovery feature Configuration options Enabled Disabled Ignore Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 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 OF UEF BIOS Utility Advanced Modo me E Maio hrm Sc Bi Select lia ate rdag ULTA Palo l 20 TRI 17 1 Casse Dal Fl lesa Help FI Frei lea mU 224 411 Pi Fal Lo Soret asd Aly ites Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings OF EF BIOS Uinilicy Achuanced Moda L TIT Tomi Zo AMT ud gt Ta elcar the seinisbratnr pac ley IN E peed la Al i Mie rm Bees PFausexd f you have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 1 2 6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on how
97. h an exclusive EZ Mode for beginners to setup and Advanced Mode for professional users to tweak it means whatever your PC does in the background your fragging will always come first Intel Gigabit LAN The LAN solution from Intel has been long known to have a better throughput lower CPU utilization as well as better stability With the Intel Gigabit LAN solutions onboard the ultimate network experience can therefore be delivered to its users like never before Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 3 Exclusive Features Extreme Engine Digi Ill Exclusive engineering and totally digital CPU memory voltage regulation enable industry leading voltage control on a true manual level for pinpoint tuning accuracy Among Intel Z87 based motherboards only ROG offers fully manual voltage tuning making our boards perfect for overclocking NexFET Power Block MOSFETs combine great durability and up to 90 efficiency under normal operation and new BlackWing chokes handle the pressure with ease rated up to 60A or double generic chokes A special fin design results in 3 5C lower choke temps for added stability which is increased exponentially by use of highly conductive and efficient gold treated coating This translates into minimal loss power delivery Super premium 10K Black Metallic solid state capacitors are forged for overclocking and the most extreme demands lasting up to five times longer than generic capacitors with 20 better lo
98. hen you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard c For more details refer to the Microsoft support site at http support microsoft com kb 929605 en us This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb 64MB chips or less Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit 8 Megabit Mb 1 Megabyte MB The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect SPD which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module Under the default state some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor marked value To operate at the vendor marked or at a higher frequency refer to section 3 4 Extreme Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment For system stability use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load 4 DIMMs or overclocking condition 1 10 Chapter 1 Product introduction MAXIMUS VI HERO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2800 MHz capability Vendors AVEXIR CORSAIR CORSAIR G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL G SKILL Part No AVD3U28001204G 4CI CMD16GX3M4A2800C11 CMD16GX3M4A2800C12 F3 2800C11D 8GTXD F3 2800C11Q 16GTXD F3 2800C11D 8GTXDG F3 2800C11Q 16GTXDG F3 2800C12Q 32GTXG F3 2800C10D 8GBTXD 16GB 4x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 8GB 2x 4GB 16GB 4x 4GB 32GB 4 x 8GB 8GB 2x 4GB DDR3 2
99. hor heel FA dell to Sheet aod Ply Fisi ites Mi Gptimized Pofa its Fi Sar CR Fid Pri errei ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 25 3 6 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects 3 26 The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed TO UEF BIOS Utility Advanced Modo i im MI IL Tbe LM IN SEP orit gt a beeline TRL TF andl nO EN hu Last lied elal Mie LI Caie i T Bi Select Iim Cala RENE 3 Fl General Help Tete Thermal _ ae NUN ru LIU II MI EL Fib hm ESC ali AE EFIE Sia LI w r ihre ia Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Enabled Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down Disabled Disables the CPU thermal monitor function Hyper threading Enabled Allows a hyper threading processor to appear as two logical processors allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously Enabled Two threads per activated core Disabled One thread per activated core Active Processor Cores All Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package Configuration options All 1 2 3 Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Enabled Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support
100. i m Contre Pare 3 J From the Utilities tab click AI Suite 3 then follow the succeeding onscreen instructions ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 3 Windows 8 OS 1 Place the Support DVD into the optical drive then follow onscreen instructions 2 From the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu select the Utilities tab and click AI Suite 3 3 X Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear try the following steps a Go to the Start Screen then click or tap the Desktop app b 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 Launching Al Suite 3 Windows 7 OS From the Desktop click Start gt All Programs gt ASUS gt Al Suite 3 gt Al Suite 3 You can also launch Al Suite 3 in Windows 7 by clicking on the Notification area Windows 8 OS To launch Suite 3 in Windows 8 tap the AI Suite 3 app on the Start Screen or if you re using a mouse click the Al Suite 3 app on the Start screen O gt 0 75 et D E 4 4 4 Chapter 4 Software support AI Suite 3 Main menu The Suite 3 main menu gives you easy access controls and insight to what s going on with your computer allowing you to optimize performance settings while at the same time ensuring system stability Included in the AI Suite 3 main menu is a quick access menu bar that allows you
101. id board Supports ASUS USB3 0 Boost UASP standard on the Intel native USB 3 0 is only supported under Windows 8 2 x USB2 0 ports at mid board shares with ROG extension ROG EXT port 1 xPS 2 keyboard mouse combo port 4 x USB 2 0 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x Optical S PDIF out 1 x HDMI port 4 x USB 3 0 ports blue 1 x LAN RJ45 port 6 x Audio jacks Back I O Ports continued on the next page ROG Exclusive Features Special Features Extreme Engine Digi Ill Full digital 8 2 phase CPU DRAM power NexFET Power Block MOSFET 60A BlackWing Chokes 10K Black Metallic Capacitors ROG GameFirst Il ROG RAMDisk CPU Level Up UEFI BIOS features Extreme Tweaker Tweaker s Paradise ROG SSD Secure Erase BIOS Print GPU DIMM Post Profile ROG Pulse ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 4 4 way Optimization Tuning Key consolidating DIGI Power Control TPU EPU and Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Exclusive Features Al Suite III USB 3 0 Boost USB Charger Al Charger Disk Unlocker ASUS EZ DIY USB BIOS Flashback ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall ASUS Q Design ASUS Q Code ASUS Q Shield ASUS Q Connector ASUS Q LED CPU DRAM VGA Boot Device LED ASUS Q Slot ASUS Q DIMM continued on the next page xi Xii Internal Connectors BIOS Features Te 272 Fe TELA Software Form Factor 1 x USB 3 0 connector suppo
102. iguration options Enabled Disabled Setup Mode Advanced Mode Advanced Mode Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program EZ Mode Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program CSM Compatibility Support Module Allows you to configure the CSM Compatibility Support Module items to fully support the various VGA bootable devices and add on devices for better compatibility Launch CSM Enabled Auto The system automatically detects the bootable devices and the add on devices Enabled For better compatibility enable the CSM to fully support the non UEFI driver add on devices or the Windows UEFI mode Disabled Disable the CSM to fully support the non UEFI driver add on devices or the Windows UEFI mode I The following items appear when you set the Launch CSM to Enabled Boot Device Control UEFI and Legacy OpROM Allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot Configuration options UEFI and Legacy OpROM Legacy OpROM only UEFI only Boot from Network Devices Legacy OpROM first Allows you to select the type of network devices that you want to launch Configuration options Legacy OpROM first UEFI driver first Ignore Boot from Storage Devices Legacy OpROM first 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
103. interval DRAM Power Phase Control Auto Allows you to set the power phase control of the DRAM Auto Allows you to set the Auto mode Optimized Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile Extreme Allows you to set the full phase mode Chapter 3 BIOS setup Tweakers Paradise The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features BCLK Tuning VCCIN Shadow Voltage Auto Pseudo Voltage for VCCIN Configuration options Auto 0 800 2 440V Termination Anti Aliasing Auto Termination Anti Aliasing Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled Initial PLL Termination Voltage Auto Initial Voltage at which CPU BCLKs are terminated Maintaining a level close to CPU Input Voltage will help BCLK Overclock Configuration options Auto 0 0000 3 0000 PLL Termination Reset Voltage Auto PLL Termination Reset Voltage Configuration options Auto 0 0000 3 0000 Eventual PLL Termination Voltage Auto Eventual PLL Termination Voltage Configuration options Auto 0 0000 3 0000 ICC Ringback Canceller Auto Termination Anti Aliasing Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled Clock Crossing VBoot Auto The instantaneous voltage value when the rising edge of BCLK DN is equal to the falling edge of the BCLK DP Configuration options Auto 0 1000 1 9000 Clock Crossing Reset Voltage Auto The instantaneous voltage value when the rising edge of BCL
104. io that s equal in power clarity and range to dedicated sound cards We achieve near lossless audio quality with a signal to noise ratio SNR of 112dB via use of multi approach shielding First Red Line Shielding isolates audio hardware from the rest of the board to block cross component interference It is then added to by a special metallic cover placed over the SupremeFX chip to deflect EMI These result in sound and a highly attractive look for the motherboard in keeping with ROG style A Japan made premium ELNA capacitor ensures warm natural sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity for all your gaming and multimedia This is the first ever onboard sound capable of true audiophile grade performance set to revolutionize the way you hear games movies music and even other people via chat Discover a whole new dimension of superior audio and get ready to rule Sonic Radar Sonic awareness can make or break online combat so we ve developed a stealthy overlay that shows you what opponents and teammates are up to Gunshots footsteps and call outs appear with precise directioning on the on screen radar which gives you the advantage of better intelligence and avoiding sneaky opponent surprises Even snipers can t get away that easy GameFirst Il Offering powerful yet easy to use network control ROG GameFirst Il with cFos Traffic Shaping technology is revamped with a more intuitive ROG user interface Featuring bot
105. ized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey F5 See section 3 10 Exit Menu for details If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value See section 1 2 6 Onboard buttons and switches for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes EZ Mode and Advanced Mode You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit Advanced Mode screen Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 2 1 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to select the display language system performance mode and boot device priority To access the Advanced Mode click Exit Advanced Mode then select Advanced Mode or press lt F7 gt hot key for the advanced BIOS settings The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 3 8 Boot menu for details Selects the display language of the Click to display all fan BIOS setup program speeds if available Displays the CPU motherboard temperature Exits the BIOS setup program without saving CPU 5V 3 3V 12V voltage output CPU chassis the changes saves the changes and resets the power fan speed system or enters the Advanced Mode ny IEPUSUSEP UEFI IDE Utility EZ Made a ETT TT
106. les the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program It cannot be recognized in boot devices list Auto Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled Intel xHCI Mode Smart Auto Auto Keeps the last operation of xHCI controller in OS during bootup Smart Auto Enables the operation of xHCI controller Enabled Enables the xHCI controller Disabled Disables the xHCI controller EHCI Hand off Disabled Enabled Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature Disabled Disables the EHCI Hand off support USB Single Port Control Allows you to enable or disable the individual USB port YA Refer to section 1 2 2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports ASUS MAXIMUS HERO 3 33 3 6 6 Platform Misc Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure the platform related features QE OF UEA BIDS Utility Advanced Moda r fida b el Flai fera Ailes Lu Fig gun Fir PCD 2 Curi ing Sthect siklo lo grien d E Bit oe F i Bi ne mme Slate Fosa Fia rg ePi ad operalism m PCI Express Native Power Management Disabled Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Expr
107. llowing configuration options Auto Enabled C0 C1 C2 C3 C6 CPU C7 CPU C7s 3 6 2 PCH Configuration w EOF EF BIOS Utility Advanced Moda PILL m Cool TL auum pall HE oie Rapid LIII NE ago IM du a PCI Express Configuration Allows you to configure the PCI Express slots DMI Link ASPM Control Auto Allows you to control the ASPM Active State Power Management on both Northbridge side and Southbridge side of the DMI Link Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup ASPM Support Disabled Allows you to set the ASPM level Configuration options Disabled Auto LOs L1 LOsL 1 PCle Speed Auto Allows you to select the PCI Express port speed Configuration options Auto Gen1 Gen2 Intel R Rapid Start Technology Disabled Allows you to enable or disable Intel Rapid Start Technology Configuration options Enabled Disabled The following items appear only when you set the Intel Rapid Start Technology to Enabled Entry 53 RTC Wake Enabled The system automatically wakes up and set to Rapid Start Technology S4 mode Configuration options Enabled Disabled Entry After 0 This item appears only when you set the Entry on S3 RTC Wake to Enabled This item allows you to enable the wake timer at 53 entry The value ranges from 0 Immediately to 120 minutes Active Page Threshold Support Enabled Allow
108. ments Click to undo the Click toload Click to save the Drag the slider to adjust the adjustments the saved adjustment into Clock Crossing Voltage profile profile GPU Boost Drag A to adjust the iGPU Max Voltage Click lt or gt to adjust the CPU VCCSA voltage Click to apply the adjustments Click to Click to load the Click to save the Click to enable the 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 8 Chapter 4 Software support Energy Processing Unit EPU EPU is enery processing utility that allows you to adjust the CPU GPU and Fan Control settings to their power saving conditions Using EPU Click to configure the Click to configure the settings Click to configure the settings settings in Auto mode High Performance mode in Max Power Saving mode Click to enable the Click to undo the default settings adjustments Click to configure the settings in Away mode Tick to select a setting for Voltage Decrement Click lt or gt to adjust the configured Max CPU Power Click W to select a fan profile Tick to select a setting for Add on USB ports power Click to apply the adjustments When you enable Configured Max CPU Po
109. n Configures the amount of Voltage offset applied to the System Agent of the processor including it is PCIE Controller and Power Control Unit Increase when increasing DRAM Frequency Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value CPU System Agent Voltage Offset Auto The values range from 0 999V to 0 999V at 0 001V increment CPU Analog I O Voltage Offset Mode Sign Configures the amount of Voltage offset applied for the Analog portion of the I O on the processor Increase when increasing DRAM Frequency Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value CPU Analog I O Voltage Offset Auto The values range from 0 999V to 0 999V at 0 001V increment CPU Digital I O Voltage Offset Mode Sign Configures the amount of Voltage offset applied for the Digital portion of the I O on the processor Increase when increasing DRAM Frequency Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value CPU Digital I O Voltage Offset Auto The values range from 0 999V to 0 999V at 0 001V increment LA Appear only when you set the CPU Core Voltage to Auto SVID Support Auto Disabling SVID Support stops the processor from communicating with the external Voltage Regulator Recommend disabling when overclocking Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled Initial CPU Input Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU Input Voltage Use lt gt or lt gt key to adjust the value The values range from 0 800V to 2 440V at
110. n Configuration options Disabled Enabled Voltage Monitor CPU Core 0 3 Voltage CPU Cache Voltage CPU System Agent Voltage CPU Analog I O Voltage CPU Digital I O Voltage CPU Input Voltage DRAM Voltage PCH Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators Press lt Enter gt and select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures Temperature Monitor CPU Temperature MB Temperature xxx C xxx F The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard Press lt Enter gt and select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures Fan Speed Monitor CPU FAN Speed CPU OPT Speed Chassis FAN1 2 3 Speed The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan chassis fan and optional fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If any of the fans is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A These items are not user configurable Press lt Enter gt and select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 39 n Fan Speed Control CPU Q Fan Control Auto Disabled Disables the CPU Q Fan control feature Auto Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature Advance Mode Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature The following items appear only when you set the CPU Q Fan C
111. n shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press Enter 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted Chapter 3 BIOS setup To change a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press lt Enter gt 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the user password follow the same steps as in changing a user password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed 3 6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction mordere WEF BIOS Utility Advanced Mode CRI FUR Cond garal ban IA Cl Cornell igar ad Phatfora Mine Gaal TEE Duind ha joa Cof nm Ret Stark WIN II Tajai ETE ILI Emier Select f Change Opi Pl Gears elg F Preedoan Fi S
112. nd Celeron processors It utilizes the serial point to point links which increases bandwidth and enhances the system s performance It natively supports up to six USB 3 0 ports for up to ten times faster transfer rate than USB 2 0 and enables the iGPU function for Intel integrated graphics performance PCI Express 3 0 PCI Express 3 0 PCle 3 0 is the latest PCI Express bus standard with improved encoding schemes that provide twice the performance of current PCle 2 0 Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB s double the 16GB s of PCle 2 0 in x16 mode As such PCle 3 0 provides users unprecedented data speeds combined with the convenience and seamless transition offered by complete backward compatibility with PCle 1 0 and PCle 2 0 devices PCle 3 0 will become a must have feature for users who wish to improve and optimize graphic performance as well as have the latest technology available to them SLI CrossFire On Demand This motherboard features a unique PCle 3 0 bridge chip to support multi GPU SLI CrossFireX graphics cards for an unrivaled gaming performance With the Intel 787 platform to optimize the PCle allocation of multiple GPUs it supports up to 4 WAY GPU SLI or CrossFireX configuration ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO i5 1 1 2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX ROG exclusive SupremeFX audio technology has been re engineered using a new and unique circuit design It offers 8 channel HD aud
113. nsfer rate click Normal USB 3 0 Boost screen Click to enable the USB device s normal data transfer rate Click to enable UASP or Click to select a USB device Turbo Mode to the USB device for a faster data transfer rate e Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration Use the USB 3 0 devices for high performance The data transfer speed varies with USB devices Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 4 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 on the top edge of the screen then click System Information on the Al Suite 3 main menu bar Viewing the motherboard information From the System Information screen click MB tab to view the motherboard s information Viewing the CPU information From the System Information screen click CPU tab to view the processor s information ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 15 4 16 Viewing the SPD information From the System Information screen click SPD tab to view the memory s information Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 5 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 USB BIOS Fla
114. on is started Pre memory System Agent initialization is started Pre memory PCH initialization is started Memory initialization Reserved for ASL see ASL Status Codes section below Memory Installed CPU post memory initialization Post Memory System Agent initialization is started continued on the next page ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 33 Q Code table Description Post Memory PCH initialization is started DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro code is not found or micro code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available Reserved for future AMI error codes 53 Resume is stared 53 Resume PPI is called by the DXE 53 Boot Script execution Video repost OS 53 wake vector call Reserved for future AMI progress codes 53 Resume Failed 53 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error Reserved for future AMI error codes Recovery condition triggered by firmware Auto recovery 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 Recovery PPI is not available continued on the next page 1 34 Chapter 1 Produ
115. ontrol to Advance Mode and Auto CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard Allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan Standard Set to make the CPU fan adjust automatically depending on the CPU temperature Silent Set to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation Turbo Set to achieve maximum CPU fan speed Manual Set to assign the detailed fan speed control parameters Z The following items appear only when you set the CPU Fan Profile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 40 C to 90 C CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 40 to 100 When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle CPU Lower Temperature 20 Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 40 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 40 to 100 When the CPU temperature is under 40 C the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle 3 40 Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Q Fan Control Enabled
116. otential CPU Power Phase Control CPU Power Phase Control allows you to get more transient and better thermal performance by increasing the phase number under heavy system loading To increase VRM efficiency reduce the phase number under light system loading The system automatically sets the default to Extreme when using the Intel iGPU CPU Voltage Frequency CPU Voltage Frequency affects the VRM transient response and thermal components Higher VRM frequency gets quicker transient response DRAM Power You can configure the following DRAM items DRAM Power Phase Control Select Extreme for full phase mode to increase system performance or select Optimized for ASUS optimized phase tuning profile to increase DRAM power efficiency DRAM Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously DRAM Voltage Frequency Allows you to adjust the DRAM switching frequency for system stability or to increase OC Range i The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification Do not remove the thermal module The thermal conditions must be monitored 4 10 Chapter 4 Software support Fan Xpert 2 Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks the fan speeds and provides you with optimized fan settings based on the fans specifications and positions Using Fan Xpert 2 Click a screen to select the type of fan that you want to cu
117. p Technology EIST Disabled The CPU runs at its default speed Enabled The operating system controls the CPU speed Turbo Mode Enabled Allows you to set the processor cores to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU C States Auto Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C states Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled LA The following items appear only when you set the CPU C States to Enabled ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 27 3 28 Enhanced 1 state Enabled Allows your processor to reduce power when the system is in idle mode Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU Report Enabled Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system Configuration options Enabled Disabled CPU 6 Report Enabled Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system Configuration options Enabled Disabled C6 Latency Short Allows you to set the duration of C6 latency for C6 state Configuration options Short Long CPU C7 Report CPU C7s Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to the operating system Configuration options Disabled CPU C7 CPU C7s C7 Latency Long Allows you to set the duration of C7 latency for C7 state Configuration options Short Long Package C State Support Auto Allows you to set the a C state according to the fo
118. r guide xiii Installation tools and components G 1 bag of screws Philips cross screwdriver i SATA optical disc drive optional Graphics card optional tools and components in the table above are not included the motherboard package Product introduction 1 1 Special features 1 1 1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers offers you the best of the best We offer the best hardware engineering the fastest performance the most innovative ideas and we welcome the best gamers to join in In the Republic of Gamers mercy rules are only for the weak and bragging rights means everything We believe in making statements and we excel in competitions If your character matches our trait then join the elite Republic of Gamers and make your presence felt LGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel Core i7 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i3 Pentium and Celeron Processors This motherboard supports 4th generation Intel Core i7 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i3 Pentium and Celeron processors in the LGA1150 package It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU dual channel DDR3 memory slots and PCI Express 2 0 3 0 expansion slots Intel Z87 Express Chipset Intel Z87 Express Chipset is a single chipset that supports the LGA1150 socket 4th generation Intel Core i7 Intel Core i5 Intel Core 13 Pentium a
119. r is in APIC mode ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 37 1 2 9 Internal connectors 1 Intel 787 Serial ATA 6 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_1 6 red These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb s signal cables If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives you can create a RAID 0 1 5 and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel Z87 chipset SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 a cu za EL 25 2E fe ore EE EE 2332332 2339322 c D 2 OLXLCOLKLKO L Fe 0 SATA6G_3 4 nox za za zu zu gt Ej aEEQ aEEQG EE Oss 25252592 25529922 Orroraco MAXIMUS HERO SATA6G 5 S gt o C Oo RSATA RXP5 RSATA TXP5 RSATA RXP6 RSATA TXP6 GND RSATA RXN5 GND RSATA TXN5 GND GND RSATA RXN6 GND RSATA TXN6 GND 4 oo TI CJ mm e 1 2 MAXIMUS VI HERO Intel SATA 6 0 Gb s connectors right angle side NOTE Connect the right angle side of
120. re Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2 Core Ratio Limit Chapter 3 BIOS setup VA When the CPU Core Ratio is set to Per Core the following item appears 1 Core Ratio Limit Auto Select Auto to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1 Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2 Core Ratio Limit 2 Core Ratio Limit Auto Select Auto to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 2 Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 3 Core Ratio Limit 3 Core Ratio Limit Auto Select Auto to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 3 Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 4 Core Ratio Limit 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 i If you assign a value for more Core Ratio Limit do not set the less Core Ratio Limit to d Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto Allows you to enable the internal PLL voltage for K SKU CPUs to get the extreme overclocking capability Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled CPU bus speed DRAM speed ratio mode Auto Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode Auto The DRAM speed is set to its optimized settings 100 100 The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100 100 10
121. re support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software Chapter 5 RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package vii 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 w 9l NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase lt Key gt Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example lt Enter gt means that you must press the Enter or Return key lt
122. reaches the upper limit the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Lower Temperature 40 Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature Chassis1 Chassis2 Chassis3 Fan Min Duty Cycle 60 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 60 to 100 When the chassis temperature is under 40 C the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 41 3 42 3 8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options Scroll down to display the other BIOS items OF VER BIOS Liciliny Advanced Moda let Emablr fo sererneber4te the tect speed Select Uhisable te go CNN UN Wai B tfm Fartlal Iu Stack brie Saponi dE AR Beet foot after M liane Lon Erk ie ta HI Leon LIE TES wal L Hula Boat Lage Si itr ar 11 Selene lia IT UM Mo ehai s Chima gl Lip Mira Lia Ma Le i ri Hel rg Fresi Wbm Bii Fee Fi If Dra Fabi FI alii 4 wh o bisi Br ile Betas Gall lun BOF Saar PEC Gail Boot Configuration Fast Boot Enabled Disabled Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed Enabled Allows your system to accelerate the boot speed The following items app
123. rence 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e 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 VI HERO A 1 2 IC Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian 5 003 Class 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 num rique de la Classe est conforme la norme 003 du Canada Ce
124. ress Tab to switch to the Drive field 4 the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press Enter 5 Press Tab to switch to the Folder Info field 6 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file and then press Enter to perform the BIOS update process Reboot the system when the update process is done Chapter 3 BIOS setup i This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32 16 format and single partition only DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure EN Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu See section 3 9 Exit Menu for details 3 11 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file EN 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 Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 2 Turn on the system Insert the motherboard
125. rt DVD 1 Place the Support DVD into the optical drive 2 In the AutoPlay dialog box click Run ASSETUP exe DVD Drive ME Support CD Shaina da Cho for solbwarr and garrars ar ran program your media General plioni Coen folder cmm Tic mers lute t m Lent E LS 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 VI HERO 4 1 Support DVD main menu The Drivers menu shows the availaple Manual menu contains the list device drivers if the system detects Of supplementary user manuals installed devices install the necessary Click an item to open the folder of MIS C related el drivers to use the devices the user manual i The Utilities Click the menu shows Contact tab the applications pape and other contac software that information the motherboard supports Click an icon to display DVD motherboard information Click an item __ to install 4 2 2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals LA The software manual files are in Portable Document Format PDF Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Utilities tab before opening the files To read about your motherboard s utility guide
126. rts additional 2 USB 3 0 ports 2 x USB 2 0 connectors support additional 4USB 2 0 ports 1 connector shares with ROG_EXT header 1 x ROG Extension ROG_EXT header 8 x SATA 6Gb s connectors 1 x 4 pin CPU fan connector for smart DC PWM mode control 1 x 4 pin CPU optional fan connector 3 x 4 pin Chassis fan connector 1 x 24 pin EATX power connector 1 x 8 pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x Power on button 1 x Reset button 1 x MemOK button 1 x Directkey button 1 x DRCT DirectKey header 1 x S PDIF out header 1 x Front panel audio connector AAFP 1 x System panel connector 1 x TPM connector 64 Mb UEFI AMI BIOS PnP DMI 2 0 WfM 2 0 SM BIOS 2 5 2 0a Multi language BIOS WfM2 0 DMI2 0 WOL by PME PXE Drivers ROG GameFirst Il ROG RAMDisk ROG CPU Z ROG Mem Tweaklt Kaspersky Anti Virus DAEMON Tools Pro Standard ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities ATX Form Factor 12 x 9 6 30 5cm x 24 4cm YA Specifications are subject to change without notice Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation fF If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer ROG MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 x 2 in 1 SATA 6 Gb s cables 1 x SLI bridge I O Shield 1 x 12 in 1 ROG cable label 1 x 2 in 1 Q Connector kit 1 x ROG Door Hanger ROG motherboard support DVD Use
127. s 7 pin SATA6G_1 6 red 1 38 11 ASMedia Serial ATA 6 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_E12 E34 red 1 39 12 DirectKey connector 2 pin DRCT 1 45 13 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL 1 44 14 DirectKey button 1 27 15 Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC 1 28 16 USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB1112 USB1314 1 41 17 ROG Extension connector 18 1 pin ROG_EXT 1 46 18 TPM connector 20 1 pin TPM 1 46 19 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT 1 40 20 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 1 40 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 7 1 8 1 2 3 processors Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel Core i7 Intel Core 15 Intel Core i3 Pentium and Celeron e T V en e Es MAXIMUS VI HERO ET oo zm 2 om MAXIMUS VI HERO CPU LGA1150 A Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1150 only DO NOT install a CPU designed for
128. s or update i Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel LA When downloading or updating the BIOS file rename it as M6H CAP for this motherboard ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 1 3 2 3 2 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 Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST Press lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Delete gt simultaneously Press the reset button on the system chassis Press the power button to turn the system off then back on Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optim
129. s the OS Delete PK Allows you to delete the PK from your system Once the is deleted all the system s Secure Boot keys will not be active Configuration options Yes No Load PK from File Allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device The PK must be formatted as UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable KEK Management The KEK Key exchange Key or Key Enrollment Key manages the Signature database db and Revoked Signature database dbx ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 45 Key refers to Microsoft Secure Boot Key Enrollment Key Delete the Allows you to delete the KEK from your system Configuration options Yes No Load KEK from File Allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device Append KEK from File Allows you to load the additional KEK from a storage device for an additional db and dbx loaded management The KEK file must be formatted as UEFI variable structure with time based authenticated variable DB Management The db Authorized Signature database lists the signers or images of UEFI applications operating system loaders and UEFI drivers that you can load on the single computer Delete the db Allows you to delete the db file from your system Configuration options Yes No Load db from File Allows you to load the downloaded db from a USB storage device
130. s you to enable or disable the IRST with additional partition size Configuration options Enabled Disabled Z Ensure that the caching partition size is larger than the total memory size Active Memory Threshold 0 This item appears only when you set the Active Page Threshold Support to Enabled This item allows you to allocate a partition size for Active Page Threshold Hybrid Hard Disk Support Disabled Allows you to enable or disable Hybrid Hard Disk support Configuration options Enabled Disabled Intel R Smart Connect Technology ISCT Support Disabled Allow you to enable or disable the Intel Smart Connect Technology Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 29 3 30 3 6 3 SATA 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 hf OF BIOS Utility Advanced Moda 1 MML LUE DEC gt TIL LILAW aa T lew rpera ti Ber rat Er o Stales ik EE I TE i Luck Pedic Last ry ee elal Mia TRY li Select ita Cala Sebel ai Chase Fl General Help FI Sec Lice fa Fall Lo Seria asd Fy Peo Lee LU II Bel satis Fib Same ESC ali fis F isl Sia SATA Mode Selection A
131. ses a different password defined by ASUS You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase 3 48 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 9 3 ASUS Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings QT ee UEF BIOS Utility Advanced Moda wr ta Pal dle Bete Int NI Bir dl a Solmi Soros Load E d CHEF Ir ile Th Jalmi bem Baber 5eleri YA The Profile Configuration items show Not Installed if no profile is created Add your CMOS Profile Label Allows you to input the label of the setup profiles Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash and create a profile Key in a profile number from one to eight press Enter and then select Yes Load CMOS Profile Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings press Enter and then select Yes Z DONOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure 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 2 selected ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 49 3 50 3 9 4 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view
132. shback screen Current BIOS information Set a schedule for the BIOS Update download Click to check for a new BIOS update available for download Click to cancel the download schedule setting Click to apply the download schedule setting Scheduling the BIOS download 1 In the Download Setting field tick Schedule days then select the number of days for the BIOS download schedule 2 Click Apply to save the BIOS download schedule Click Cancel to cancel the download schedule Downloading the updated BIOS N 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 1 From the USB BIOS Flashback screen click Check for New BIOS Update Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 17 4 18 4 4 6 USB Charger USB Charger allows you to quick charge your portable USB devices even if your computer is off in sleep mode or hibernate mode Z Before using USB Charger ensure to disable the ErP Ready item from the Advanced gt APM gt ErP Ready in the Advanced mode of the BIOS Setup program Launching USB Charger To launch USB Charger click 9 on the top edge of the screen then click USB Charger on the Al Suite 3 main menu bar Click to detect the currently connect
133. stem reboot without turning off the system power Chapter 1 Product introduction 10 DirectKey connector 2 pin DRCT This connector is for the chassis mounted button that supports the DirectKey function Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard T HP Oo e Lo d_ MAXIMUS VI HERO DRCT DE CZ AO FE oo e PIN 1 MAXIMUS VI HERO DirectKey connector Ensure that your chassis comes with the extra button cable that supports the DirectKey feature Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 1 45 11 ROG Extension connector 18 1 pin ROG_EXT This connector is for the OC Panel The Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings loading the OS or using overclocking software utilities SEHEHP LIL E
134. stomize Click to set the Click to fan s speed to maximize the silent mode fan speed Click to set the balanced Click to switch between CPU Click to increase the fan s configuration between the and chassis fan screens speed for a high cooling fan s noise level and speed capability Customizing the fan settings Smart Mode Smart Mode allows you to customize the fans rotation speeds and responsiveness based on your system s temperature Click and drag to set the fan s rotation speed Click and drag the sliders to adjust the fan s responsiveness Click to undo the changes Click to apply the changes Click to go back to the previous Click to switch between the screen CPU and chassis fan screens ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 11 4 12 RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75 Click and drag to adjust the fan s speed Click to undo the changes E e Click to apply Click to go back the changes to the previous Click to switch between the screen CPU and chassis fan screens When the CPU temperature reaches 75 C the fan will automatically run at full speed to protect the CPU For motherboard models without the CPU fan detection latch only 4 pin CPU fans are controllable in Fan Xpert 2 The Fan Xpert 2 may not be able to detect the fan speed if your fan is installed with an external control kit for rotation speed Fan Xpert 2 does no
135. support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to the USB port The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 automatically The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting To ensure system compatibility and stability we recommend that you press lt F5 gt to load default BIOS values DO NOT shut down reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause system boot failure ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 55 3 11 4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process succeeding utility screens for reference only The actual utility screen displays not be same as shown Before updating BIOS 1 Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive FAT32 16 format and single partition 2 Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http support asus com and save them on the USB flash drive LN NTFS is not supported under DOS environment Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in NTFS format Do not save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to low disk capacity
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137. t to display a pop up window with the configuration options for that item Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down keys to display the other items on the screen Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings If you delete all shortcut items from the F3 Shortcut list the default shortcut items will reappear after your next startup General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Use F12 key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the value of the field opposite the item You cannot select an item that is not user configurable A configurable field is highlighted when selected To change the value of a field select it and press Enter to display a list of options Quick Note button This button allows you to enter notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS Quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions delete cut copy and paste You can only use the alphanumeric characters to en
138. t appareil num rique de la Classe respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le mat riel 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 interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interf rence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait 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 This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 VCCI Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement DLEE Et LONEZ PRRs VC PARERE TT RPERSTREASHEZT LE ARELTUST A a er LeU gt TRA SHEE RHE ELITES ORT KERRE E gt TEL CF Sh Korea Warning Statement 7171 CHS eR o EA e 717 AAAA Agee Sass to ZE JAAA AS 4 sheep P4 4902 9414 F549 DELI 54944 209 At e 4 4 d 2 Appendices Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS RE
139. t panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 SPDIF Out Type SPDIF SPDIF Sets to an SPDIF audio output HDMI Sets to an HDMI audio output ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO Ve eos eii hei DI 1 Il 3 36 ASM1061 Storage Controller SATA6G_E12 Enabled Allows you to select the ASM1061 storage controller operating mode Disabled Disables the ASM1061 storage controller Enabled Enables the ASM1061 storage controller Hot plug Disabled Allows you to set the Hot Plug support Configuration options Disabled Enabled PCI Express X4_3 slot black bandwidth X1 mode X1 mode PCleX4_3 slots runs at X1 mode with all slots enabled X4 mode PCleX4_3 slots runs at X4 mode for high performance support PCleX1_1 PCleX1_2 PCleX1_3 will be disabled Intel LAN Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Intel LAN controller Disabled Disables the Intel LAN controller The following item appears only when you set the Intel LAN Controller to Enabled Intel OPROM Disabled This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup a e UEF BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Pisskisd o uih off com io Lie epi Dealers M Past Far A
140. t support 2 pin fans If you install a 2 pin fan it can only run at its full speed If the CPU or chassis fans have been changed the Fan Auto Tuning process should be repeated DO NOT remove your fan during the Fan Auto Tuning process Chapter 4 Software support 4 4 2 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you to automatically update your motherboard s softwares drivers and the BIOS version easily With this utlity you can also manually update the BIOS and select the boot logo that will display during POST Launching EZ Update To launch EZ Update click on the top edge of the screen then click EZ Update on the Al Suite 3 main menu bar EZ Update screen Click to automatically update your motherboard s driver software and firmware Click to search and Click to select a E L Click to update select the BIOS file boot logo the BIOS ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 4 13 4 14 4 4 3 USB 3 0 Boost USB 3 0 Boost technology supports UASP USB Attached SCSI Protocol that automatically speeds up the transfer rates of your USB storage devices Launching USB 3 0 Boost To launch USB 3 0 Boost click NW the top edge of the screen then click USB 3 0 Boost on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar Using the USB 3 0 Boost 1 Connect your USB 3 0 device to the USB 3 0 port 2 From the USB 3 0 Boost screen select a USB device 3 To enable UASP on your USB device click UASP To revert to its normal tra
141. t voltage to the cores of the processor You can use lt gt or lt gt key to raise the voltage by an increment of 0 010V The minimum voltage is 0 800V and the maximum voltage is 3 040V BCLK Frequency Auto This item allows you to input values to the Base Clock BCLK Frequency that ranges from 60 MHz to 300 MHz CPU Ratio Auto This item allows you to the adjust the CPU ratio The CPU ratio may vary according to the model of the processor Load Default This item allows you to load the default values of the CPU Core Voltage CPU Input Voltage BCLK Frequency and CPU Ratio The Load Default resets all values to Auto Save Above Settings 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 VI HERO 3 51 3 52 3 10 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu Load Optimized Defaults dave Changes amp Reset Discard Changes Exit fat ES Mode Launch EFT Shell from filesystes device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if
142. tall ASUS Q Connector 2 1 7 To install front panel audio connector To install USB 2 0 connector USB 2 0 To install USB 3 0 connector 2 9 ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2 1 8 Expansion Card installation To install PCle x16 cards 2 10 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 2 BIOS update utility USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system Simply insert a USB storage device to the USB port press the USB BIOS Flashback button for three seconds and the BIOS is updated automatically To use USB BIOS Flashback 1 Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website 2 Extract and rename the BIOS image file to M6H CAP 3 M6H CAP to the root directory of the USB flash disk drive 4 Turn off the system and insert the USB storage device to the ROG Connect port 5 Press the ROG Connect button and release when a flashing light appears which indicates that the BIOS Flashback function is enabled 6 Wait until the light goes out indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed USB BIOS USB BIOS Flashback button Flashback port For more BIOS update utilities BIOS setup refer to the section Updating BIOS Chapter 3 AN Updating BIOS may have risks If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system s failure to boot up please contact your local ASUS Service Center ASUS M
143. tegrated Intel HD Graphics Processor HDMI with max resolution of 4096 x 2160 at 24Hz 2560 x 1600 60Hz Intel InTru 3D Quick Sync Video Clear Video HD Technology Insider Support NVIDIA SLI Technology AMD CrossFireX Technology Intel Z87 Express Chipset 6 x SATA 6 Gb s ports Intel Rapid Storage Technology 12 supports RAID 0 1 5 and 10 Intel Smart Response Technology Intel Rapid Start Technology and Intel Smart Connect Technology ASMedia SATA 6Gb s controller 2x SATA 6 Gb s ports The functions support depends on the CPU types These SATA ports are for data hard drives only ATAPI devices are not supported continued on the next page 1 x Intel 1217 V Gigabit LAN Controller ROG SupremeFX Audio 8 Channel High Definition Audio SupremeFX Shielding Technology ELNA Premium Audio Capacitors Front DAC playback Signal to Noise Ratio A weighted 112 dB ADC recording Signal to Noise Ratio A weighted 104 dB Content Protection for Full Rate lossless DVD Audio Blu ray DVD and HD DVD audio content playback Jack detection Multi streaming Front Panel Jack retasking Optical S PDIF out port at back panel Audio Feature Sonic Radar DTS Connect Intel Z87 Express Chipset 6 x USB 3 0 ports 4 ports at back panel blue 2 ports at mid board red 8 x USB 2 0 ports 4 ports at back panel for ROG Connect 4 ports at m
144. ter gt When the Disks item is selected press lt Enter gt to select the hard disk drives you want to include in the RAID set The SELECT DISKS screen appears Qaria NSE SELECT DISKS Chapter 5 RAID support 5 Use the up down arrow key to select a drive and then press lt Space gt to select A small triangle marks the selected drive Press lt Enter gt after completing your selection 6 Use the up down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array for RAID 0 10 and 5 only and then press lt Enter gt The available stripe size values range from 4KB to 128KB The following are typical values RAID 0 128KB RAID 10 64KB RAID 5 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing 7 When the Capacity item is selected enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press Enter The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity 8 When the Create Volume item is selected press Enter The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to create this volume Y N 9 Press Y to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or N to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 5 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you
145. ter your notes ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 5 3 6 Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup 3 3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items OO UEF BIOS Utility Advanced Moda LARES mr Tuan Using fu famil Peed io Uke coer Lo lim 2 Preso Ui oe par kegbosrd oF right click an per mer fo add an Lan be Ni ies 1 Press na io reser the ite En fg Favorites page Ty List p l Delpb Seine Right click Select ai Chase pi FI iena Help FI Sert RN EUN UM NN cu LIU II 11 FIR Same EC ali ld F isl Sia Adding items to My Favorites To add frequently used BIOS items to My Favorites 1 Use the arrow keys to select an item that you want to add When using a mouse hover the pointer to the item 2 Press F4 on your keyboard or right click on your mouse to add the item to My Favorites page You cannot add the following items to My Favorites Items with submenu options User configurable items such as language and boot device order Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information system time and date Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 4 Extreme Tweaker menu The Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items Be cautious when changing
146. than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft off mode depending on the BIOS setting Press the power switch for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft off mode regardless of the BIOS setting ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 2 17 2 18 Chapter 2 Basic Installation BIOS setup 3 1 Knowing BIOS 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 The term BIOS in this user manual refers to UEFI BIOS unless otherwise specified BIOS Basic Input and Output System stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration overclocking settings advanced power management and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS In normal circumstances the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances Anerror message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to run the BIOS Setup You have installed new system component that requires further BIOS setting
147. the BIOS default settings A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www asus com after using the MemOK function Chapter 1 Product introduction 4 DirectKey button This feature allows your system to go to the BIOS Setup program with the press of a button With DirectKey you can enter the BIOS anytime without having to press the lt Del gt key during POST It also allows you to turn on or turn off your system and conveniently enter the BIOS during boot up Po o HP DIL E DI sg Ben E DirectKey nee co m MAXIMUS VI HERO DirectKey button When the system is on and you press the DirectKey button your system will shut down Press the DirectKey button again or the Power on button to reboot and enter the BIOS directly N Ensure to save your data before using the DirectKey button Turn off your system using the power on button to allow your system to go through POST without entering the BIOS when you r
148. the DRAM SPD information Sa fete es Baulo Sim fan Part Sober Hew bal h lauro Beech ier Det OE JEME den toe liu Bol Lage 9 UN Lartenc CLI Ega io Darni BEN bang if PIS us ARRE ARTT tou Corsa ri Evie 2 DIES Sist Spiro SI LIE Phu IEEE Ser ec i Quiet Ante Sala Cra wii Pic Ester Sube Im rage 1 I 2 1 Help fio Pe Lees 1 thor ica fied io Short Dal DL FH sasa LEX Exit Fil Primi Seen 3 9 5 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 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 gf mu UEF BIOS Utility Adwanced Modo Y Teel Pave Er INIT 2 Tope Est ien Ip Saec Peed From peal ile geri Ue ani gun ha ife Cerca af M l whee incressing Core Mac DIE forded kj CHI DImrewegi 1 Fa bee Bele E E Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Input Voltage Auto This item allows you to configure the inpu
149. the settings of the Extreme Tweaker menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction Z The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard Scroll down to display other BIOS items RIE VER BIOS Utility Advanced Moda rii liline lan I m uu PM ratio BENI D ut Target CPU Tarin Finde need amd pewen uill b otal teal ly lai EN MERI Parma LI Wee sode 13 wake ihe Lagi Cacho D 215 ua and riag ITEM ke miraa ial li Target TE tite FIM GI Sper Din Deer lock Pron Fain EI Bedi Gal RAINA Gare Kali Palin Mele Bim CI Cache Botio mo Select Jima Ea Copa La Box CRI Caie Eatin Fi Gomeral Help FIL Gere lige Fa helen Ua mers Fi riai CI kes speed BANA sored ande Fa Shori Cal fu ts Mic Gea lis FRE Friol wiwi ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 7 Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system Manual Allows you to indi
150. tility 3 9 2 Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing Secure Erase completely and safely cleans your SSD restoring it to factory performance performance levels LA Secure Erase is only available in AHCI mode Ensure to set the SATA mode to AHCI Click Advanced SATA Configuration AHCI To launch ROG SSD Secure Erase click Tool gt 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 The time to erase the contents of your SSD may take a while depending on its size Do not turn off the system during the process Secure Erase is only supported on Intel SATA port For more information about Intel SATA ports refer to section 1 2 2 of this manual ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO 3 47 Displays the available Click to start the SSD Secure Erase LA Status definition m Frozen The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure The BIOS guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing them prior to booting If the drive is frozen a power off or hard reset of your PC must be performed to proceed with the Secure Erase 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 u
151. to Allows the CPU to take precautionary actions when the thermal conditions of the external regulator exceeds the threshold Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled CPU Integrated VR Fault Management Auto Allows you to prevent tripping the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator when doing over voltage Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled LA We recommend to set this item to Disable when overclocking CPU Internal Power Configuration CPU Integrated VR Efficiency Management Auto Allows you to improve power saving when the processor is in low power state Disable this item to make the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator work in high performance at all times Configuration options Auto High Performance Balanced Power Decay Mode Auto Allows you to enable this item to improve the power saving on the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as the processor goes into low current state Configuration options Auto Disabled Enabled Idle Power in Response Auto Allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it enters manual override mode Configuration options Auto Regular Fast Idle Power out Response Auto Allows you to set the slew rate for the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulator as it exits manual override mode Configuration options Auto Regular Fast Power Current Slope Auto Allows you to adjust the gradient of the high speed active phase current b
152. ve 1 3 1 1 4 ASUS Special Features seen 1 3 1 1 5 ROG rich bundled 1 4 1 2 Motherboard overview eere enne ener 1 5 1 2 1 Before 2 bre e ppt 1 5 1 2 2 Motherboard layout m 1 6 1 2 3 Central Processing Unit CPU 1 8 1 2 4 System 1 9 1 2 5 EXPANSION 1 23 1 2 6 Onboard buttons and switches sss 1 25 1 2 7 ate 1 28 1 2 8 OnboSrd LEDS ii 1 29 1 2 9 Intermal Gonneclors siac rit 1 38 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 1 Building VOUE PC System 2 1 2 1 1 Motherboard installatiON i 2 1 2 1 2 CPU IMS RT 2 3 2 1 3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 4 2 1 4 DIMM installation 2 6 2 1 5 ATX Power 2 7 2 1 6 SATA device connection eese 2 8 2 1 7 Front VO CONNECTION ir 2 9 2 1 8 Expansion Card installation i 2 10 2 2 BIOS update utility eere eren eene nnn 2 11 2 3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2 12 2 3 1 Rear WO 1 2 12 2 3 2 Audio I O connections
153. vg d LL a SS ae 5208 n o 00 PANEL MAXIMUS VI HERO E i PIN 1 I Ne au HDD LED PWRSW RESET MAXIMUS VI HERO System panel connector PWR round Reset Ground DD LED HDD_LED G 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 Hard disk drive activity LED 2 pin HDD_LED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The HDD LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 4 pin SPEAKER This 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRSW This connector is for the system power button Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft off mode depending on the BIOS settings Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for sy
154. vidually set overclocking parameters If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile X M P Technology choose this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance LA The X M P configuration option appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile X M P Technology ASUS MultiCore Enhancement Enabled Enabled Default is set to Enabled for maximum performance under XMP Manual User defined memory frequency mode Disabled Allows you to set to default core ratio settings CPU Core Ratio Auto Allows you to set the CPU ratio and sync automatically per core or all cores Configuration options Auto Sync All Cores Per Core LA When the CPU Core Ratio is set to Auto the following item appears _ Min CPU Cache Ratio Auto Allows you to set the minimum possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values depend on the CPU installed Max CPU Cache Ratio Auto Allows you to set the maximum possible ratio on the Uncore part of the processor Use the lt gt or lt gt keys to adjust the value The values depend on the CPU installed f When the CPU Core Ratio is set to Synch All Cores the following item appears 1 Core Ratio Limit Auto Select Auto to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1 Co
155. w temp tolerance Exclusive ROG engineering further allows for aggressive CPU overvolting making the most of new Intel Core processors with bigger overclocking headroom RAMDisk RAMDisk reserves part of system memory and turns it into actual storage so you can place favorite app and game cache files in it to enjoy high speed RAM performance while accessing them Plus this extends SSD lifespan and keeps your main storage optimized for really important tasks and you get auto data backup and restore CPU Level Up With ROG s CPU Level Up overclocking has never been so easy or cost free Simply select the processor that you want to overclock to and the motherboard will do the rest 1 1 4 ASUS Special Features Al Suite 3 With its user friendly interface ASUS Al 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 USB BIOS FlashBack USB BIOS Flashback must be the most convenient way to flash BIOS ever It allows overclockers to try their BIOS with the simplist way one can imagine No need to enter the BIOS or the operating system just plug the thumb drive into the ROG Connect port amp push the ROG Connect button for 3 seconds BIOS would be automatically flashed under standby power
156. wer for advanced energy saving condition the CPU frequency may display 800 MHz in the Windows OS information of your computer However the true CPU frequency varies depending on the wattage that you manually set You can adjust the CPU wattage from the lowest base to your preferred default value Configured Max CPU Power may decrease the total power delivery to the CPU and affects the CPU performance under system heavy load To restore your system to its default settings reboot your computer ASUS MAXIMUS VI HERO DIGI Power Control DIGI Power Control allows you to adjust the VRM voltage and frequency for optimal system efficiency overall system stability and performance CPU Power You can configure the following CPU Power items CPU Power Duty Control CPU Power Duty Control adjusts the current of every VRM phase and the thermal conditions of every phase component CPU Load line Calibration CPU Load line Calibration adjusts the voltage range and controls the system temperature Higher load line calibration could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery CPU Power Thermal Control A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge overclocking p
157. x1 default x1 x1 x1 x1 Disabled Disabled Disabled For the PCI Express x4 3 slot black bandwidth option refer to section 3 6 7 Onboard Devices Configuration IRQ assignments for this motherboard B PCIE_x16 x8_1 shared PCIE_x8_2 shared PCIE_x4_3 shared PCIE_x1_1 shared PCIE_x1_2 shared PCIE_x1_3 shared G F X shared O m Intel LAN Controller SATA 0 shared shared SATA 1 shared High Definition Audio EHCI 0 USB 2 0 EHCI 1 USB 2 0 XHCI USB 3 0 Asmedia SATA 6G Storage Controller 1 24 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 2 6 Onboard buttons and switches Onboard switches and buttons allow you to fine tune performance when working on a bare or open case system This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance 1 Power on button The motherboard comes with a power on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system 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 lt 69 DILJ cr
158. you press lt F5 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to load the default values Save Changes amp Reset Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press lt F10 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to save changes and exit Discard Changes amp Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press lt Esc gt 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 the available filesystem devices Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability compatibility or performance However BIOS updating is potentially risky If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS DO NOT manually update the 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 LN 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

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