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ii E8458 Revised Edition V2 June 2013 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, tran.
iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ................................................................................................
iv 2.2 BIOS update utility ................................................................................... 2-17 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections ............................................. 2-18 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ...............
v Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system ................................................................. 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information .......................................................................... 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD .
vi Safety information Electrical safety T o 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.
vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring 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.
viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
ix MAXIMUS VI GENE specications summary (continued on the next page) CPU LGA1 150 socket for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7/Intel ® Core™i5/Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® processors Supports 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.
x (continued on the next page) LAN 1 x Intel ® I217-V Gigabit LAN Controller Audio ROG SupremeFX Audio 8-Channel High Denition Audio - SupremeFX Shielding T echnology - ELNA ® Premium Audio Capac.
xi (continued on the next page) ROG Exclusive Features mPCIe Combo II (mPCIe/M.2 combo card) Extreme Engine Digi+ III - Full digital 8+2 phase CPU/DRAM power - NexFET TM Power Block MOSFET - 60A Black.
xii Internal Connectors 1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports (1 connector shares with ROG_EXT header) 1 x ROG Extension (.
xiii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS VI GENE Cables 3 x 2-in-1 SA T A 6 Gb/s cables 1 x SLI ® bridge Accessories I/O Shield 1 x mPCIe .
xiv Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1 150 CPU Intel LGA 1 150 compatible CPU Fan DDR3 DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers offers you the best of the best. W e offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovative ideas, and we welcome the best gamers to join in.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.1.2 ROG Gaming Features SupremeFX The re-engineered ROG-exclusive SupremeFX audio technology features an onboard 8-channel high-denition sound of true audophile-grade performance that is equal in power , clarity , and range to dedicated sound cards.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-3 Chapter 1 1.1.3 ROG exclusive features mPCIe Combo II The next evolution of the mPCIe Combo card gives you even better expandability with the latest standards in connectivity . Y ou get mini PCI Express 2.0 plus USB 2.0, which is perfect for connecting Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules to give your desktop instant wireless.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.1.4 ASUS special features AI Suite 3 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite 3 consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple-to-use software package. It allows you to supervise fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-5 Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed T ake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-7 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page 1. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR; 8-pin EA TX12V) 1-44 2. LGA1 150 CPU Socket 1-8 3. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_F AN1-3) 1-43 4.
1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1 150 socket designed for the 4th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 / Intel ® Core™ i5 / Intel ® Core™ i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® processors.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-9 Chapter 1 Recommended memory congurations 1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Memory congurations Y ou 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 prole is not the JEDEC memory standard.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-1 1 Chapter 1 DDR3 2800 MHz capability DDR3 2600 MHz capability DDR3 2666 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 A VEXIR A VD3U28001204G-4CI 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS - - 12-14-14-35 1.
1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 2500 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 G.SKILL F3-20000CL10Q-16GBZHD(XMP) 16GB ( 4x 4GB ) DS - - 10-11-1 1-31 1.65 • • DDR3 2400 MHz capability V endors Part No.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-13 Chapter 1 (continued on the next page) DDR3 2200 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - 7-10-10-28 1.
1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 Patriot PXD38G2133C11K(XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • Patriot PXD38G2133C11K (XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) DS - - 2133 1 1-1 1-11-27 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-15 Chapter 1 (continued on the next page) DDR3 1866 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Opti onal) 2 4 A-DA TA AX3U1866XW8G10(XMP) 16GB (2x8GB) DS - - 10-11-10-30 1.
1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1866 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Opti onal) 2 4 Patriot PXD34G1866ELK (XMP) 4GB (2x2GB) SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.65 • Patriot PXD38G1866ELK (XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-17 Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 AMD AE32G1609U1-U 2GB SS AMD 23EY4587MB6H - 1.5 • • AMD AE34G1609U2-U 4GB DS AMD 23EY4587MB6H - 1.
1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 CORSAIR CMZ16GX3M4A1600C9 (XMP) 16GB (4x4G B) DS - - 9-9-9-24 1.5 • • CORSAIR CMZ32GX3M4X1600C10 (V er2.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-19 Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 GEIL GET316GB1600C9QC (XMP) 16GB (4x4G B) DS - - 9-9-9-28 1.6 • GEIL GUP34GB1600C7DC (XMP) 4GB (2x2G B) DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.
1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1600 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 4 OCZ OCZ3BE1600C8LV4GK 4GB (2x2G B) DS - - 8-8-8 1.65 • Patriot PGD316G1600ELK(XMP) 16GB (2x8G B) DS - - - 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-21 Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Opti onal) 2 4 ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS SAMSU.
1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Opti onal) 2 4 G.SKILL F3-10666CL7D- 8GBRH (XMP) 8GB (2x4GB) DS - - 7-7-7-21 1.5 • G.SKILL F3-10666CL8D- 4GBHK (XMP) 4GB (2x2GB ) DS - - 8-8-8-21 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-23 Chapter 1 DDR3 1333 MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Opti onal) 2 4 KIN GTIG ER F10DA2T1680 2GB DS KINGTI.
1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support: (1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any slot as Single-channel memory conguration.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-25 Chapter 1 1.2.5 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16/x8_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.
1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX or SLI We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX or SLI ® mode.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-27 Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to ne-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.
1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 3. MemOK! button Installing DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! button lights continuously . Press the MemOK! button until the MEMOK_LED memory compatibility tuning for successful boot.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-29 Chapter 1 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 <Del> key during POST .
1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 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.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-31 Chapter 1 4. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on button that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component.
1-32 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 6. 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. 5. BIOS Flashback LED BIOS Flashback LED This LED ashes when the BIOS is updating and turns off after the BIOS update.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-33 Chapter 1 Q-Code table (continued on the next page) Code Description 00 Not used 01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).
1-34 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Q-Code table (continued on the next page) Code Description 50 – 53 Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed 54 Uns.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-35 Chapter 1 Code Description 3B – 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization is started 4F DXE IPL is started 50 – 53 Memory initialization error.
1-36 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Code Description F9 Recovery capsule is not found F A Invalid recovery capsule FB – FF Reserved for future AMI error codes 60 DXE Core is started 61 NV.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-37 Chapter 1 Code Description 9C USB Detect 9D USB Enable 9E – 9F Reserved for future AMI codes A0 IDE initialization is started A1 IDE Reset A2 IDE Detect A3 IDE Enable A4 SC.
1-38 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Code Description D2 PCH initialization error D3 Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available D4 PCI resource allocation error .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-39 Chapter 1 1.2.9 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® Z87 Serial A T A 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1-6 [red]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6 Gb/s signal cables.
1-40 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 2. ASMedia ® Serial A T A 6 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_E1/2 [red]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6 Gb/s signal cables. 3. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-41 Chapter 1 4. 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.
1-42 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-43 Chapter 1 7. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3) 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 .
1-44 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12 V Specication 2.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-45 Chapter 1 • 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.
1-46 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 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.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 1-47 Chapter 1 • The OC Panel is purchased separately . • The OC Panel allows you to perform overclocking without going to the BIOS settings, loading the OS, or using overclocking software utilities.
1-48 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 1.2.10 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt allows you to detect your system’s current voltage and OC settings. Use a multimeter to measure the ProbeIt points even during overclocking. See the illustration below to locate the respective ProbeIt points.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 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.
2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 3. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-3 Chapter 2 2.1.2 CPU installation 1 A B 2 3 A B C 4 5 Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1 150 socket only .
2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-5 Chapter 2 T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly.
2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM 2.1.4 DIMM installation B A.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-7 Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection 1 2 OR OR.
2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection 2 OR 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O Connector T o install ASUS Q-Connector 1 2 USB 2.0 T o install USB 2.0 connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.
2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.1.8 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-1 1 Chapter 2 2.1.9 mPCIe Combo II installation ROG mPCIe Combo II offers expandability solutions with the latest connectivity standards via the proprietary connector onboard. It provides mini PCI Epxress 2.0 plus USB 2.0 which is useful for connecting mPCIe and M.
2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 4. Align and insert the mPCIe Wi-Fi module into the mPCIe slot. 5. Press down the Wi-Fi module matching its screw holes with the screw holes on the mPCIe Combo II card. 6. Secure the mPCIe Wi-Fi module with the cap screws that you removed in step 3.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-13 Chapter 2 9. Sec ure the front of the metal cover with the lon g scr ew that you remo ved in step 2. Installing the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module T o install M.2 (NGFF) SSD module: 2. R emo ve the long scre w at the fron t, then remove the metal cover .
2-14 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 5. Secure the front of the metal cover with the long screw that you remove d in step 2. 4. Replace the metal cover and secure the back o f the metal c over with the two short screws that you removed in step 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-15 Chapter 2 3. Secure the mPCIe Combo II card either to the motherboard or the rear I/O shield using the black screw that you removed in step 1.
2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 1. Remove the bolt from the Wi-Fi antenna connector but leave the washer on the connector . Installing the Wi-Fi antenna connector If you installed a Wi-Fi module on the mPCIe Combo II, you would need to install the Wi-Fi antenna connector .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-17 Chapter 2 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 .
2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port denitions. Rear panel connectors 1. Clear CMOS 2. ASMedia USB 3.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-19 Chapter 2 * LAN ports LED indications • 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 .
2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-21 Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers.
2-22 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 2-23 Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Ensure that all switches are of f. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
2-24 Chapter 2: Basic Installation Chapter 2.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-1 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied 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 exible and convenient mouse input.
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • The 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.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-3 Chapter 3 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 .
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (My Favorites, Ai T weaker , Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.3 My Favorites MyFavorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Last Modied button This button shows the items that you last modied and saved in BIOS Setup. Adding items to My Favorites T o add frequently-used BIOS items to My Favorites: 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-7 Chapter 3 3.4 Extreme T weaker menu The Extreme T weaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Extreme T weaker menu items.
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-9 Chapter 3 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 T urbo Ratio setting or manually assign a 1-Core Limit value that must be higher than or equal to the 2-Core Ratio Limit.
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Xtreme T weaking [Disabled] This item may help improve some benchmarks performance. Conguration 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.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-1 1 Chapter 3 Load 4x2GB BBSE 1.65V 2200 Load timing prole for 4x2GB BBSE 1.65V 2200 chipset Load 2x4GB Samsung 1.65V 2666 Load timing prole for 2x4GB Samsung 1.65V 2666 chipset Load 2x4GB Samsung 1.85V 2666 Load timing prole for 2x4GB Samsung 1.
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Load 2x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 Load timing prole for 2x8GB New Hynix 1.80V 2933 chipset Load 4x8GB New Hynix 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-13 Chapter 3 Secondary Timings DRAM RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [15] DRAM REF Cycle Time [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [51 1.
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM RTL (CHB_R1D1) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [63] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D0) [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] - [15] DRAM IO-L (CHA_R0D1) [Au.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-15 Chapter 3 tRDWR [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] tRDWR_dr [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] tRDWR_dd [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [1] – [31] MISC MRC Fast Boot [Auto] Allows you to enable, disable or automatically set the MRC fast boot.
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DRAM Swizzling Bit 2 [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking. Conguration options: [Auto] [T rained] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM Swizzling Bit 3 [Auto] Enabling usually helps overclocking.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-17 Chapter 3 DIGI+ Power Control CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is dened by Intel ® VRM specication and affects CPU power voltage.
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Current Capability [Auto] DIGI + VRM CPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-19 Chapter 3 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 <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 T weakers’ Paradise The subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. BCLK T uning VCCIN Shadow V oltage [Auto] Pseudo V oltage for VCCIN.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-21 Chapter 3 DMI Gen 2 [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable DMI Gen 2. Auto means Enabled. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DMI De-emphasis Control [-6 dB] Congure De-emphasis control on DMI. Conguration options: [-6 dB] [-3.
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Internal Power Switching Frequency Frequency T uning 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 .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-23 Chapter 3 Power Current Offset [Auto] Allows you to increase or decrease the output current sensed by the CPU. It nds the balance between optimal regulating while staying below the current threshold. Conguration options: [Auto] [100%] [87.
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Max Cache V oltage [Disabled] When Enabled, you can set the CPU Core V oltage to a value almost as high as the CPU Input V oltage. Confuration options: [Auto] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] [Adaptive Mode] This allows you to set a very high CPU Core V oltage.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-25 Chapter 3 DRAM V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the voltage for the system memory . Use <+> or <-> key to adjust the value. The values range from 1.20V to 2.40V at 0.005V increment. PCH VLX V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the PCH VLX voltage.
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 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.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-27 Chapter 3 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 elds in the BIOS setup program.
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 T o change a user password: 1. Select the User 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>.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-29 Chapter 3 3.6.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down.
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection T echnology . [Disabled] Forces the XD feature ag to always return to zero (0).
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-31 Chapter 3 3.6.2 PCH Conguration PCI Express Conguration Allows you to congure 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.
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 ASPM Support [Disabled] Allows you to set the ASPM level. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PCIe Speed [Auto] Allows you to select the PCI Express port speed.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-33 Chapter 3 3.6.3 SA T A Conguration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SA T A devices. The SA T A Port items show Empty if no SA T A device is installed to the corresponding SA T A port. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items.
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 S.M.A.R.T . Status Check [Enabled] S.M.A.R.T . (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting T echnology) 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 .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-35 Chapter 3 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. Conguration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [L0s] [L1] [L0sL1] PEG - ASPM [Disabled] Allows you to control ASPM support for the PEG device.
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.5 USB Conguration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-37 Chapter 3 3.6.6 Platform Misc Conguration The items in this menu allow you to congure the platform-related features. PCI Express Native Power Management [Disabled] Allows you to enhance the power saving feature of PCI Express and perform ASPM operations in the operating system.
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.7 Onboard Devices Conguration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. The following items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controller to [Enabled] .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-39 Chapter 3 ASM1061 Storage Controller (SA T A6G_E12) [Enabled] Allows you to select the ASM1061 storage controller operating mode. [Disabled] Disables the ASM1061 storage controller . [Enabled] Enables the ASM1061 storage controller.
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6.8 APM ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-41 Chapter 3 3.6.9 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enable] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled].
3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-43 Chapter 3 Fan Speed Control CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Disabled] Disables the Q-Fan control. [Auto] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control for 4-pin CPU fan. Select this mode for the PWM mode Q-Fan control. [Advance Mode] When a 3-pin CPU fan is installed, select this mode for the DC mode Q-Fan control.
3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Chassis1/Chassis2/Chassis3 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-45 Chapter 3 3.8 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Boot Conguration Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows your system to go back to its normal boot speed.
3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 HW Fast Boot [Disabled] Allows the system to enable or disable the HW Fast Boot. Conguration 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.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-47 Chapter 3 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.
3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Secure Boot Allows you to congure the Windows ® Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST . OS T ype [Windows UE..] [Windows UEFI Mode] Allows you to select your installed operating system.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-49 Chapter 3 Key-exchange Key (KEK) refers to Microsoft ® Secure Boot Key-Enrollment Key (KEK). Delete the KEK Allows you to delete the KEK from your system. Conguration options: [Y es] [No] Load KEK from File Allows you to load the downloaded KEK from a USB storage device.
3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-51 Chapter 3 Click to start the SSD Secure Erase Displays the available SSDs Status denition: 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.
3-52 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Add your CMOS Prole Label Allows you to input the label of the setup proles. Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole number from one to eight, press <Enter>, and then select Y es .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-53 Chapter 3 3.9.3 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. 3.9.4 ROG OC Panel H-Key Congure The ROG OC Panel H-Key Congure allows you to input and save values on the CPU core voltage, CPU input voltage, BCLK Frequency , and CPU ratio in the UEFI BIOS.
3-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Core V oltage [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to congure the amount of V oltage fed to the cores of the processor . Y ou can use <+> or <-> key to raise or reduce the voltage by an increment of 0.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-55 Chapter 3 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.
3-56 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 1 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.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-57 Chapter 3 3.1 1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .
3-58 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 32/16 format and This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 32/16 format and single partition only .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-59 Chapter 3 3.1 1.4 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 le that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
3-60 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive).
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 3-61 Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.
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ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-1 Chapter 4 4 Chapter 4: Software support Software support 4 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 .
4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 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. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-3 Chapter 4 The screenshots in this section are for reference only . The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models. 3. Some software manuals are provided in different languages. Open the language’s folder to view the software manual.
4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Launching AI Suite 3 Windows ® 7 OS From the Desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. Y ou can also launch AI Suite 3 in Windows ® 7 by clicking on the Notication area.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-5 Chapter 4 AI Suite 3 main menu bar • Some functions in the AI 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 .
4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.4.1 Dual Intelligent Processors 4 with 4-W ay Optimization Dual Intelligent Processors 4 with 4-W ay Optimization comes with these ve utilities in one interface: 4-W ay Optimization, T urboV Processing Unit (TPU), Energy Processing Unit (EPU), DIGI+ Power Control, and Fan Xpert 2.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-7 Chapter 4 Using TPU CPU Frequency Tick to enable Group T uning Click or to adjust the Base Clock Frequency , CPU Ratio, and CPU Ring Ratio Click or to select the number of cor.
4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 V oltage Drag the slider to adjust CPU Core, CPU Cache, CPU Analog I/O, PCH Interfacing, VTTDDR, and PCHVLX voltages. Drag the slider to adjust DRAM, CPU System Agent, CPU Digital I/O, PCH, CPU Input, and PLL T ermination voltages.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-9 Chapter 4 Energy Processing Unit (EPU) EPU is an energy-processing utility that allows you to adjust the CPU, GPU, and Fan Control settings to their power-saving conditions.
4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 CPU Power Y ou can congure 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.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-1 1 Chapter 4 Fan Xpert 2 Fan Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks the fan speeds, and provides you with optimized fan settings based on the fans’ specications and positions.
4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 RPM Mode RPM Mode allows you to set the fan speed when the CPU temperature is below 75 o C. Click and drag to adjust the fan’s speed Click to switch betwee.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-13 Chapter 4 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 .
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Click to select a USB device Click to enable the USB device’s normal data transfer rate Click to enable UASP or T urbo Mode to the USB device for a faster data transfer rate 4.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-15 Chapter 4 4.4.4 System Information This utility allows you get the detailed information of the motherboard, CPU, and memory settings. Launching the System Information T o launch System Information, click or tap on the top-right corner of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information .
4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Viewing the SPD information Click or tap the SPD tab to view the memory’s information..
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-17 Chapter 4 Set a schedule for the BIOS Update download Click to check for a new BIOS update available for download Click or tap to cancel the download schedule setting Click or tap to apply the download schedule setting 4.
4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Downloading the latest BIOS Before you start downloading, ensure that you have installed the USB storage device to your computer’s USB port that supports USB BIOS Flashback. Refer to section 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection of your user manual for more details.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-19 Chapter 4 4.4.6 Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+ allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices.** Launching Ai Charger+ T o launch Ai Charger+, click on the top edge of the screen, then click Ai Charger+ on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar .
4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.4.7 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. Before using USB Charger+, ensure to disable the ErP Ready item in the BIOS.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-21 Chapter 4 4.4.8 Audio congurations 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 .
4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 1. Connect the provided ROG Connect cable to the local PC and the remote PC. 2. Press the ROG Connect Button and it will light up into a stable glow . 3. Double-click the RC TweakIt shortcut on the remote PC to activate the function Using RC T weakIt T o use the RC T weakIt 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-23 Chapter 4 RC Poster RC Poster shows the status of the local system during the POST . Y ou can switch the display mode between String and Code. RC Remote RC Remote allows you to operate your local system through the ROG Connect cable.
4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.6 MemT weakIt MemT weakIt is a software that you can use to view all levels of memory timings. Y ou can validate your MemT weakIt settings to generate a memory efciency score that you can share and compare with other users on the ROG website.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-25 Chapter 4 T o validate and save your conguration manually: 1. Launch MemT weakIt and click V alidate . 2. In Manual Mode , click Save Conguration File . 3. Key in a le name for your conguration le and click Save .
4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.7 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 les and game apps for instant access. The following folders are not suitable for RAMDisk optimization.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-27 Chapter 4 T o delete an existing RAMDisk drive: 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 le location.
4-28 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Synchronizing backup les After creating a junction point, RAMDisk automatically creates a backup folder in the le’s original location. Use RAMDisk to manually synchronize updates with these backup les.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-29 Chapter 4 4.7 Sonic Radar Sonic Radar is a head-up display (HUD) designed for First Person Shooting (FPS) games, that shows the precise direction and intensity of where a sound is coming from.
4-30 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Sonic Radar in-game • The screen shot is for reference only and can vary depending on the game you are playing. • All rights of the FPS game Battleeld 3 is reserved to EA Digital Illusions CE AB and Electronic Arts.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-31 Chapter 4 4.7.2 Game presets and Radar Selection The optimized game presets and radar selection sound enhancers provide the most conducive settings that enhances your point of view while playing FPS games. Click to select a game preset.
4-32 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.7.3 Advanced Settings Click from the Sonic Radar main menu to show the Advanced Settings panel. Smoothness and opacity Allows you to adjust the texture and transparency of the Sonic Radar display .
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 4-33 Chapter 4 Shortcut keys Y our gaming experience is further enhanced with a set of default shortcut keys that allows you to perform tasks faster and easier without exiting the game. Default shortcut key Function and description <Right Ctrl> + Numeric Pad <0> Hide/show the Sonic Radar display .
4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.8 Perfect V oice Sonic Radar comes with the Perfect voice, a single microphone noise reduction solution initially designed for V oice-Over-IP (VOIP) software. With Perfect voice, you can deliver perfectly enunciated voice call-outs.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 5.1 RAID congurations The motherboard comes with the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology that supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 conguration.
5-2 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array . T o install the SA T A hard disks for a RAID conguration: 1.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility: 1. T urn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu.
5-4 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 5-5 Chapter 5 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> 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 <Enter>.
5-6 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE 5-7 Chapter 5 Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit , and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: A re y ou s ur e yo u wa nt t o exit? (Y /N ): [ CONFIRM EXIT ] 5.
5-8 Chapter 5: RAID support Chapter 5 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® T o create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® : 1. Start Windows ® . 2. Plug the USB oppy disk drive and insert a oppy disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE A-1 Appendices 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.
A-2 Appendices Appendices IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE A-3 Appendices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr .
A-4 Appendices Appendices ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www .asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.
ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE A-5 Appendices DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont , CA 94539.
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