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Motherboard RAMPAGE IV FORMULA.
ii E71 12 Revised Edition January 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, tra.
iii Contents Notices ....................................................................................................................... vi Safety information ........................................................................................
iv Contents 2.5 T urning off the computer ......................................................................... 2-54 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS ...........................................................................................
v Contents 4.2.1 Running the support DVD ........................................................... 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals.................................................. 4-2 4.3 Software information ..............................
vi 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, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
vii Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufcient: • Essential requirements as in [Article 3] • Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.
viii Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH1 1 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band.
ix 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.
x 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.
xi 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.
xii Where to nd 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.
xiii DANGER/W ARNING: 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. NOTE : Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
xiv RAMPAGE IV FORMULA specications summary CPU 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor family for the LGA 201 1 Socket Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost T echnology 2.0 * Refer to www .asus.com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel ® X79 Express Chipset Memory 4 x DI MM , max .
xv USB ASMedia ® USB 3.0 controller: - 6 x USB 3.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, 2 at mid-board ) Intel® X79 Chipset: - 12 x USB 2.0 port(s) (6 ports at back panel, 1 for ROG Connect; 6 ports at mid-boa.
xvi Special Features ASUS EPU Engine ASUS Exclusive Features - MemOK! - Onboard Switches: Power/Reset/Clr CMOS (at rear) ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS O.
xvii BIOS 2 x 64Mb UEFI BIOSs, PnP , DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS Manageability WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Software Drivers Sound Blaster® X-Fi MB2 Utility Kaspersky® Anti-Virus DAEMON T ools Pro Standard ROG CPU-Z Mem T weakIt ASUS WebStorage ASUS Utilities Form Factor A TX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.
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ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 1-1 Chapter 1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for buying an ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it anoth.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights Republic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of the best. We of fer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovating ideas, and we welcome the best gamers to join in.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 1-3 Chapter 1 1.3.2 ROG Exclusive Features Extreme Engine Digi+ II Optimum power efciency with premium components and intelligent digital design The Extreme Engine Digi+ II .
1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 ProbeIt Get all hands-on with hardware-based overclocking. ProbeIt takes the guesswork out of locating the motherboard’s measurement points, identifying them clearly in the form of eight sets of detection points so you’ll know exactly where to get quick yet accurate readings using a multitester .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 1-5 Chapter 1 V oltiminder LED II Friendly reminder on V oltage Settings In the pursuit of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is critical but risky . Acting as the “red zone” of a tachometer , the V oltiminder LED displays the voltage status for CPU, NB, SB, and Memory in a intuitive color-coded fashion.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 T rue SA T A 6Gb/s Support Experience the future of storage! Supporting next-generation Serial A T A (SA T A) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally , get enhanced scalability , faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-1 2.1 Before you proceed T ake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-3 Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots Page 1. Q Reset button 2-16 2. CPU, chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2/3; 4-pin OPT_FAN1/2/3) 2-33 3. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1–3) 2-30 4.
2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA201 1 socket designed for the Intel ® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 Processor Extreme Edition. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-5 Chapter 2 Recommended memory congurations 2.2.3 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.
2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • Y ou may install varying memory sizes in Channel A, Channel B, Channel C and Channel D.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-7 Chapter 2 RAMP AGE IV FORMULA Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DA T A AD63I1B0823EV 2GB SS A-DA T A 3CCA-1509A - - • A-DA T A AXDU1333GC2G9(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.
2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 4 DIMM Transcend TS256MLK64V3N ( 585541 ) 2GB SS Mi.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-9 Chapter 2 Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 4 DIMM Crucial BL12864BN1608.8FF(XMP) 2GB( 2x 1GB ) SS - - 8-8-8-24 1.65 • Crucial BL25664BN1608.16FF(XMP) 2GB DS - - 8-8-8-24 1.
2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 RAMP AGE IV FORMULA Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DA T A AX3U1866GC2G9B(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-11-9-27 1.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-1 1 Chapter 2 RAMP AGE IV FORMULA Motherboard Qualied V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DA T A 8154A 1044(XMP) 2GB SS - - 9-9-9-24 1.
2-12 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to 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.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-13 Chapter 2 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H PCIE_X16_1 shared ––––––– PCIE_X8_2 shared ––––––– PCIE_X16/X8_3 shared ––.
2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches 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.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-15 Chapter 2 3. GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! or press it to quickly load the preset prole (GO_Button le) for temporary overclocking when in OS. 4. BIOS button The motherboard comes with two BIOS.
2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 5. PCIe x16 Lane switch These slide switches allows you to enable and disable the corresponding PCIe x16 slots. When one of the installed PCIe x16 cards is out of order , you can use the slide switch to nd out the faulty one without removing the cards.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-17 Chapter 2 7. Slow Mode Switch Slow Mode Switch is employed during LN2 benching. Some processors have a small optimum temperature range to run at their highest frequency . W armer or colder yields instability at this frequency .
2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs The mothe rboard comes with a set of LEDs that indicate the voltage conditio ns of CPU, memory , northbridge and southbridge. Y ou may adjust the voltages in BIOS. There are also an LED for hard disk drive activity and an onboard switch for power status.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-19 Chapter 2 2. 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.
2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 4. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that MemOK! is enabled before POST . Lighting: Indicates that the system loads the preset prole (GO_Button le) for temporary overclocking when in OS.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-21 Chapter 2 6. Power LED The motherboard comes with a power-on switch 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.
2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Debug table Code Description 00 Not used 01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). 02 AP initialization before microcode loading 03 System Agent ini.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-23 Chapter 2 Code Description 3B – 3E Post-Memory PCH initialization is started 3F – 4E OEM post memory initialization codes 4F DXE IPL is started 50 – 53 Memory initialization error.
2-24 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 Debug table (continued) Code Description 71 PCH DXE SMM initialization is started 72 PCH devices initialization 73 – 77 PCH DXE Initialization (PCH mod.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-25 Chapter 2 Code Description B4 USB hot plug B5 PCI bus hot plug B6 Clean-up of NVRAM B7 Conguration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) B8– BF Reserved for future AMI code.
2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.2.7 Jumper 1. LN2 Mode Jumper (3-pin LN2) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold- boot bug during POST at an extremely low temperature and help the system boot successfully .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-27 Chapter 2 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Intel ® X79 Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_1/2 [red]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.
2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2. Intel ® X79 Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A3G_1–4 [black]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s signal cables.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-29 Chapter 2 3. ASMedia ® Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A6G_E1/E2 [red]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial A T A 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • The SA T A6G_E1/E2 (red) connectors are for data drives only .
2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56) This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0 specicaton that supports up to 4.8Gbps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-31 Chapter 2 Y ou can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) rst, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. Never connect a 13 94 cable to the USB connectors.
2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 7. 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 m odule cable to t his connector , then instal l the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-33 Chapter 2 8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN; 4-pin CPU_OPT ; 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3; 4-pin OPT_F AN1/2/3) 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 .
2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 9. 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 AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-35 Chapter 2 • For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with A TX 12 V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W . • Do not forget to connect the 8-pin EA TX12 V power plug; otherwise, the system will not boot.
2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 1 1. EZ Plug connector (4-pin EZ_PLUG) This 4-pin connector is for VGA power supply plug. Find the proper orientation and push down rmly until the connectors completely t.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-37 Chapter 2 • 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.
2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-39 Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation Please note the order in opening/ closing the double latch. Follow the instructions printed on the metal sealing hatch or the illustrations shown below in this manual. The plastic cap will pop up automatically once the CPU is in place and the hatch properly sealed down.
2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 B A 9 B A 7 8 5 6.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-41 Chapter 2 2.3.3 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 .
2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 T o replace the LGA201 1 CPU pad (X-Socket) 1 2 3 4 5.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-43 Chapter 2 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM 2.3.4 DIMM installation B A.
2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only . The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-45 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 3.
2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.6 A TX Power connection 1 2 OR OR.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-47 Chapter 2 2.3.7 SA T A device connection OR 2 OR 1.
2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector IDE_LED POWER SW RESET SW IDE_LED- IDE_LED+ PWR Reset Ground Ground 1 2 T o install ASUS Q-Connector USB 2.0 AAFP T o install USB 2.0 Connector T o install front panel audio connector USB 3.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-49 Chapter 2 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards.
2-50 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.10 Rear panel connection 6 8 11 7 9 1 4 2 3 5 10 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 mouse and keyboard port 2. USB 2.0 ports (the white port is also for ROG Connect) 3. USB0 3.0 ports 4. LAN (RJ-45) port* 5.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-51 Chapter 2 * LAN ports LED indications SPEED LED ACT/LINK LED LAN port Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection .
2-52 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.1 1 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 2-53 Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers.
2-54 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover . 2. Be sure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-1 Chapter 3 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is an Unied Extensible Firmware Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable more exible and convenient mouse input.
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.1 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.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-3 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 (Extreme T weaker , Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 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 . T o access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode , then select Advanced Mode .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-5 Chapter 3 3.3 Extreme Tweaker 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. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: Load Normal OC Prole OverClock T emplate Suitable for day to day gamers. Load Extreme OC Prole (Low Current) Sets sweet-spot settings for Extreme overclocking and sinks current away from the processor to preserve its life-span.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-7 Chapter 3 ClockGen Full Reset [Enabled] [Enabled] Enabled for better overclocking. [Disabled] T o skip system shutdown at BCLK frequency adjustment. The above three items appear only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [Manual].
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Primary Timings DRAM CAS# Latency [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay [Auto] Conguration options: [A.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-9 Chapter 3 DRAM READ to PRE T ime [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM FOUR ACT WIN T ime [Auto] Conguration options: [Auto] [16 .
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 others DRAM CLK Period Conguration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock] DIGI+ Power Control Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ Power Control related parameters . The thermal conditions should be monitored.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-1 1 Chapter 3 The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specication. CPU Current Capability [Auto] This item provides wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously .
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 VCCSA Fixed Frequency [XXX] The values range from 300kHz to 600kHz with a 50kHz interval. CPU VCCSA Boot up V oltage [Auto] [Auto] This item controls the voltage for CPU VCCSA at initial boot. Set higher value for better overclockability .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-13 Chapter 3 CPU Ratio [Auto] Al lo ws yo u to ma nu ally ad ju st th e max im um n on- tu rbo CPU r ati o. U se <+ > an d < -> key s t o ad ju st th e va lue . The va li d va lue r ang es v ary a ccor din g to y our C PU mo de l.
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 GPU Post The GPU Post sub-menu allows you to view the information of individual PCI Express slots. PCIe Lane Simulator The PCIe Lane Simulator item allows you to simulate PCIe lane arrangement. DIMM Post The DIMM Post sub-menu allows you to view the information of installed DIMMs.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-15 Chapter 3 CPU VCCSA V oltage [Manual Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a xed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the Offset voltage. CPU VCCSA Manual V oltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU VCCSA V oltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a xed CPU voltage.
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Spread Spectrum [Disabled] [Auto] Loads the optimized setting for the system. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability . [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. PCIE Spread Spectrum [Disabled] [Auto] Loads the optimized setting for the system.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-17 Chapter 3 IMC AB/CD Signal 1/2/3 [Auto] Conguration options: [-126] – [-1] [Auto] [+1] – [+32] DRAM CTRL REF V oltage on CHA/B/C/D The values range from 0.3950x to 0.6300x with a 0.0050x interval. DRAM DA T A REF V oltage on CHA/B/C/D The values range from 0.
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.4 Main menu 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. 3.4.1 System Language [English] Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-19 Chapter 3 3.4.4 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (R TC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 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 screen shows the default Not Installed . After you set a password, this item shows Installed .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-21 Chapter 3 Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.1 CPU Conguration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-23 Chapter 3 Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection T echnology .
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5.3 PCH Conguration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event T imer . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.2 System Agent Conguration PCIE_X16_1 Link Speed [GEN3] Select T arget Link Speed Gen1, Gen2 or Gen3.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-25 Chapter 3 3.5.4 SA T A Conguration Whil e e nte rin g Se tup , t he BIOS au tom ati cal ly d ete cts th e pr ese nce of SA T A devi ces . The SA T A Port it ems sh ow N ot Pre sen t if no SA T A dev ice is ins tal led to the co rre spon din g S A T A port.
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None . Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-27 Chapter 3 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Conguraton Azalia HD Audio [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the controller . [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. The following two items appear only when you set the Azalia HD Audio item to [Enabled].
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] This item allows user to enable/disable the Asmedia USB 3.0 controller . Conguration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] This item allows user to enable/disable the USB charging support of the Asmedia USB 3.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-29 Chapter 3 3.5.7 APM 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.
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.6 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.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-31 Chapter 3 Fan Speed Monitor CPU F AN Speed; CPU OPT Speed; Chassis F AN1/2/3 Speed; OPT F AN 1/2/3 Speed [xxxxRPM] or [Ignored] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU fan, chassis fan, and optional fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM).
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 0% minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 0% The values range from 0% to 100%.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-33 Chapter 3 OPT Fan 1/2/3 Control [Disabled] Allo ws you to sel ect th e o ptio nal fa n c ont rol mod e. Whe n th is ite m i s se t t o [ Dut y Mo de] , y ou can con gu re the OPT Fa n 1 /2/3 .
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-35 Chapter 3 Setup Mode [Advanced Mode] [A dv an c ed M od e] Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program.
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8 Tools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-37 Chapter 3 3.8.2 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to get DRAM SPD information..
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Label Allows you to input the label of setup prole. Save to Prole 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 .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-39 Chapter 3 3.8.4 BIOS FlashBack This item allows you to congure BIOS FlashBack settings. Forced BIOS2 Boot Allows you to boot the system using BIOS chip 2. COPY BIOS1 to BIOS2 Only current operating BIOS can be mirrored.
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.8.5 GO Button File This menu allows you to set the GO Button les, and load the desired GO Button le. BCLK Frequency; CPU Ratio; CPU V oltage; CPU VCCSA V oltage; DRAM V oltage (CHA, CHB/CHC, CHD); CPU PLL V oltage; VTT CPU V oltage; PCH 1.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-41 Chapter 3 3.9 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.
3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10 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 .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-43 Chapter 3 Updating the BIOS through the Internet T o update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet , and then click Next . 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc.
3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. 5. Click Browse to locate your desired picture le.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-45 Chapter 3 • The screenshots in this section are for reference only . The actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www . asus.com for detailed software conguration.
3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility feature 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 .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-47 Chapter 3 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS le when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Booting the system in DOS environment 1. Insert the USB ash drive with the latest BIOS le and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer . When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-49 Chapter 3 ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM Update ROM Note Saving BIOS: PATH: A: BOARD: RAMPAGE IV FORMULA VER: 0211 DATE: 09/05/2011 BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown BIOS backup is done! Press any key to continue.
3-50 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 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.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 3-51 Chapter 3 3.10.5 USB BIOS Flashback The USB BIOS Flashback allows user to update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or the operating system by using a USB ash disk drive under standby power . 1. Download the latest BIOS le from the ASUS website 2.
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ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-1 Chapter 4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder . Double-click the ASSETUP .EXE to run the DVD.
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).
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-3 Chapter 4 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 le that came with the software application for more information.
4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.2 T urboV EVO ASUS T urboV EVO introduces T urboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as Auto T uning function that offers automatic and easy over clo cki ng and sys tem le vel up.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-5 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. 1. Click the CPU Ratio tab. 2. Click ON to activate the CPU Ratio function.
4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Auto T uning ASUS T urboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most exible auto-tuning options.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-7 Chapter 4 3. TurboV EVO automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. Using Extreme T uning 1. Click the Auto T uning tab and then click Extreme .
4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ PowerControl allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability . It also provides the highest power efciency , generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-9 Chapter 4 • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specication. • Do not remove the thermal module.
4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.4 EPU EPU is an energy-efcient tool that satises different computing needs. This utility provides several modes that you can select to save system power . Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-1 1 Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration.
4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specic time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.7 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others.
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices and the up-to-date support of USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP). With USB 3.0 Boost, you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-15 Chapter 4 4.3.9 Ai Charger+ Battery Charging V ersion 1.1 (BC 1.1), a USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) certied USB charging function, is designed to make USB charging faster than the standard USB devices. If your USB device supports the BC 1.
4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.10 ASUS Update ASUS Update lays out the options for updating BIOS on your system. Update BIOS utility on your system or simply save the utility for later use just by following the directions on this convenient updating feature.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-17 Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 MyLogo2 This MyLogo utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On-Self-T ests (POST).
4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 2. Click on Auto T une to adjust image size compatibility or adjust the resolution bar . 3. Y ou can click on Booting Preview to preview the boot image. Then click Next. 4. Click on Flash to start updating the image to the boot logo.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-19 Chapter 4 4.3.12 ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you to monitor and adjust the local PC through your remote PC. Setting up USB connection between your local and remote PC • Install ROG Connect on the remote PC from the provided Support DVD before using ROG Connect.
4-20 Chapter 4: Software support 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.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-21 Chapter 4 GPU T weakIt GPU T weakIt allows you to control and monitor the installed GPU on the local system. Use the sliders to adjust the values and click Apply to save your customized settings.
4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.13 Audio congurations The Realtek ® audio CODEC provides 7.1-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer . The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-23 Chapter 4 4.3.14 Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 This application is available only under Windows Vista and Windows 7 operating system.
4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Using Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 Speaker and Headphone EAX Equalizer Mixer THX Adjusting V olume Restoring to the Default Mute Speaker and Headphone Y ou can adjust the speaker-related or the headphone-related congurations.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-25 Chapter 4 Equalizer Y ou can manually adjust the audio frequency with the equalizer and customize your presets for later use. Mixer Y ou can manually adjust the audio volumes, including Line In, Stereo Mix and Microphone, when recording or during the playback.
4-26 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.4 RAID congurations The motherboard supports the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • Y ou must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial A T A hard disk drives.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-27 Chapter 4 4.4.2 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.
4-28 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 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>.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-29 Chapter 4 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive.
4-30 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Deleting a RAID set T ake caution 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>.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-31 Chapter 4 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk A oppy 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 a oppy drive connector.
4-32 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation T o install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third- party SCSI or RAID driver .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 4-33 Chapter 4 4.5.4 Using a USB oppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a oppy disk during the OS installation.
4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem le. 9. T ype the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USBVID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” 10.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 5-1 Chapter 5 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards.
5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 4. Align and rmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 5-3 Chapter 5 2. The VISION Engine Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multi- graphics cards.
5-4 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 5.2 NVIDIA ® SLI™ technology The motherboard supports the NVIDIA ® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards.
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 5-5 Chapter 5 4. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is rmly in place. 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately .
5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Chapter 5 B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize . B2. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings . B3. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings .
ROG RAMP AGE IV FORMULA 5-7 Chapter 5 B4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel . B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window , select Set SLI Conguration .
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