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xMAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specications summary(continued on the next page)CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 Core™ i5 / Core™

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.Conguration options: [

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-9Chapter 3Load Tight Hynix ProleAllows you to load a tight timing prole for Hynix chipset.Conguration options: [Yes]

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Secondary TimingsDRAM RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]DRAM REF

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-11Chapter 3tWW (DD) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [8 DRAM Clock]tWW (DR) [Auto]Conguration optio

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3GPU.DIMM PostThe sub-items in this menu display the status of the installed VGA cards and memory. The elds show N/A

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-13Chapter 3Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto]Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for CPU cores Use

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe][T.Probe] Maintains the VRM thermal balance.[Extreme] Maintains the VRM current ba

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-15Chapter 3DRAM Power Phase control [Auto][Auto] Allows you to set the default DRAM power phase control settings.[Opti

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Manual Voltage [Auto]This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-17Chapter 3CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the CPU PLL voltage. The values range from 1.25V to 2.50V with a 0.0

xiMAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specications summary(continued on the next page)StorageIntel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support- 2 x SATA

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3PLL Skew [Auto]Adjust this setting may allows you to increase the overclocking capability.Conguration options: [Aut

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-19Chapter 33.4 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The M

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passw

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-21Chapter 3To change a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Curre

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be c

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-23Chapter 33.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically d

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Execute Disable Bit [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology.[Disabled] Forces the X

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-25Chapter 3High Precision Timer [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.Conguration op

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.3 SATA CongurationWhile entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-27Chapter 3Memory Remap Feature [Enabled]Allows you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB.[Enabled] Enables the fun

xiiMAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specications summary(continued on the next page)ROG Exclusive Features mPCIe Combo™ (mPCIe/mSATA combo card)ROG Connect-

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Render Standby [Enabled]Allows you to enable the Intel Graphics Render Standby support to reduce the iGPU power use

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-29Chapter 3Legacy USB Support [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS).

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.6 Onboard Devices CongurationScroll down to view the other BIOS items.HD Audio Controller [Enabled][Enabled]

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-31Chapter 3ASM1061 Storage Controller [Enabled]Allows you to select the ASM1061 storage controller operating mode.[Disa

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.7 APMErP Ready [Disabled]This item allows you to switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP re

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-33Chapter 33.5.8 Network StackNetwork Stack [Disable Link]This item allows you to disable or enable the UEFI network s

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan set

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-35Chapter 3Fan Speed ControlCPU Q-Fan Control [Disabled]Allows you to enable or disable the CPU fan controller.[Disable

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Chassis Q-Fan Control 1/3 [Disabled][Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the Ch

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-37Chapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Scroll down to display the oth

xiiiMAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specications summary(continued on the next page)Back I/O Ports 1 x Clear CMOS button1 x ROG Connect On/Off button4 x USB

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS][Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-39Chapter 33.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3LabelAllows you to input the label of the setup proles.Save to ProleAllows you to save the current BIOS settings t

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-41Chapter 33.8.4 GO Button FileAllows you to set the GO Button les and load the desired GO Button le.BCLK/PCIE Frequ

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disca

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-43Chapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system sta

3-44Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Launching ASUS UpdateTo launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.Quit all

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-45Chapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Ref

3-46Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-47Chapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only

xivMAXIMUS V FORMULA Series specications summaryBIOS Features 64Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-language BIOSSoftw

3-48Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also a

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-49Chapter 33. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.4.

3-50Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart yo

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-1Chapter 4Software support4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructi

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guid

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 TurboV EVOASUS TurboV EVO allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages such as C

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-5Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.Current valuesTarge

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4CPU Level UpASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these three CPU Level Up modes for the most exible CPU auto-tuni

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-7Chapter 44.3.3 DIGI+ Power ControlASUS DIGI+ Power Control allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation

xvROG ThunderFX specications summaryAudio Performance Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 114dBDigital-to-analog converter: 120dB SNR, 107dB T

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44CPU Power Phase ControlIncrease phase number under heavy system loading to get more transient and better therm

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-9Chapter 4DRAM Power1234Application helpApplies all the changes immediatelyUndoes all the changes1DRAM Current Capabili

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4• Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU.• *Select From

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-11Chapter 44.3.5 FAN Xpert 2FAN Xpert 2 automatically detects and tweaks all fan speeds, and provides you with optimiz

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43. From the Fan Position screen, check and assign the locations of your fans, then click OK to exit the scree

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-13Chapter 4Advanced Mode FAN Xpert 2’s Advanced Mode button allows you to adjust the reaction speed for fan rotat

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4RPM Fixed ModeThe RPM Fixed Mode tab allows you to set your fan speed when CPU temperature is below 75 degrees

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-15Chapter 4Fan Information Click the Fan Information button to see the details of each detected fan. You can click on

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.6 USB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-17Chapter 44.3.7 Ai Charger+This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your comput

xviPackage contentsCheck your motherboard package for the following items.Motherboard ROG MAXIMUS V FORMULAUSB external sound card ROG ThunderFX* Cabl

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4• The utility cannot detect the devices connected to your computer if the charging mode is enabled.• Some US

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-19Chapter 4Setting up the charging functionWhen a portable device is connected to the USB port of the PC, the USB Charg

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.9 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-21Chapter 44.3.10 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan spee

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using History Record1. Click the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Record Interval a

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-23Chapter 44.3.11 ASUS UpdateASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS

4-24Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.12 MyLogo2MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen du

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-25Chapter 45. Click Flash to update the boot logo.6. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. You will see the

4-26Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4A. Realtek HD Audio Manager with DTS Connect and DTS UltraPC II for Windows® 7Advanced settingsConguratio

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-27Chapter 4DTS UltraPC IIDTS UltraPC II allows you to enhance the audio output for playing movies, music, and games.Cli

xviiInstallation tools and components1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Power supply unitIntel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatib

4-28Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.14 ROG ConnectROG Connect allows you to monitor and adjust the local PC through your remote PC.Setting up

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-29Chapter 4RC PosterRC Poster shows the status of the local system during the POST. You can switch the display mode bet

4-30Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4GPU TweakItGPU TweakIt allows you to control and monitor the installed GPU on the local system. Use the slider

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-31Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeSelect any of the following settings to congure the priorities of your programs and netw

4-32Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.16 MemTweakItMemTweakIt allows you to adjust the timing of your installed memory. It also allows you to s

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series4-33Chapter 4Validating and saving your MemTweakIt settings5. Click OK to exit MemTweakIt.To validate and save your con

4-34Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43. Key in a le name for your conguration le and click Save.4. Click validation webpage.5. In MemTweakIt

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series5-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions:• Intel® Rapi

5-2Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal perf

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option

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5-4Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series5-5Chapter 55. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle mar

5-6Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Deleting a RAID setBe cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series5-7Chapter 5Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo exit the utility:1. From the utility main m

5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® oper

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series5-9Chapter 55.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1.

5-10Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk dr

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series5-11Chapter 58. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorksta

5-12Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series6-1Chapter 6Multiple GPU support66.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsRepublic of Gamers The Republic of Gamers

6-2Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cardsThe following pictures are for reference only. The graphics

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series6-3Chapter 65. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separate

6-4Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.1.5 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series6-5Chapter 61Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD Cro

6-6Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series6-7Chapter 64. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that the

6-8Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 6B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Screen Resolution.B2. From the Sc

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series6-9Chapter 6B3. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears.Enabling SLI settingsFrom the NVIDIA Control Panel window, selec

6-10Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVPLucidLogix Virtu MVP allows your computer’s VGA output and discrete graphic cards

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series6-11Chapter 66.3.2 Setting up your displayLucidLogix Virtu MVP solution comes with two distinct modes that allows you to

iiE7295First EditionMay 2012Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software des

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP, with HyperFormance™ Technology, is designed for Intel® proce

6-12Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.3.3 Conguring LucidLogix Virtu MVPLaunch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to congure the main

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series6-13Chapter 6Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFFClick to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFFPerformanceAllows you to turn ON/

6-14Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 6See the descriptions of these columns below:• D column allows you to run applications with the discrete g

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series7-1Chapter 7Intel® technologies77.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologiesThis section details the overview of

7-2Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 7SSD Capacity RequirementsSSD Partition Capacity RequirementsSystem DRAM2GB 4GB 8GBIntel® storage combination

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series7-3Chapter 77.1.1 Intel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It

7-4Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 73. Select Disable Acceleration to disable this function, and select Change Mode to switch acceleration mode

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series7-5Chapter 73. Right click the New Volume that you want to shrink from, and select Shrink Volume.4. If your SSD is not

7-6Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 76. To launch the disk partitioning tool, click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt too

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series7-7Chapter 7The Hibernation Partition does not appear when you choose “GPT (GUID Partition Table store type”. Ensure the

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-3Chapter 1Fusion ThermoROG Fusion Thermo is a VRM cooler made from a combination of 100% copper water cooling channel w

7-8Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 7Recovering the partitionThis procedure allows you to delete the Intel® Rapid Start Technology from your syst

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series7-9Chapter 77. In the desktop, click Start, right-click Computer, and click Manage.8. In the Computer Management window

7-10Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 710. Click Next after selecting the default selected disk.11. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Fini

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series7-11Chapter 7Click to enable or disable the functionWhen the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period fo

7-12Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 74. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving. This sett

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series8-1Chapter 7ThunderFX88.1 Hardware introduction8.1.1 Front panel21 5678341Power LEDIndicates that the ThunderFX is turn

8-2Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 73Volume control knobTurn the volume control knob to change the output volume from the external headset and m

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series8-3Chapter 71 28.1.2 Rear panel1RCA Audio inputConnects with PS3 and Xbox 360 RCA ouput connectors. It also allows you t

8-4Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 78.2 Connecting your devicesSwitch to the desired mode rst before connecting the Dual-head USB cable.Select

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series8-5Chapter 78.2.1 Connecting to PC• We recommend that you use the main connecting end of the Dual-head USB cable to you

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1BIOS Print ROG offers a whole new UEFI BIOS feature to handle the demands of an overclocking experience. T

8-6Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 78.2.2 Connecting to PlayStation3™THUNDERFXPCPS3Xbox 360MASTERVOICEGAMEXbox 360ENCVOICE INL RUSB 2.03441112

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series8-7Chapter 7Conguring the PlayStation3™To congure the sound output:1. Go to Settings> Sound Settings> Audio Outp

8-8Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 78.2.3 Connecting to Xbox 360™Default Xbox 360™ connectionL RUSB 2.0THUNDERFXPCPS3Xbox 360MASTERVOICEGAMEXbo

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series8-9Chapter 7Xbox 360™ connections with HDMIUse the ThunderFX Xbox 360 AV + 3.5mm to RCA cable to connect your Xbox 360 to

8-10Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 7THUNDERFXPCPS3Xbox 360MASTERVOICEGAMEXbox 360ENCVOICE INMENUL RUSB 2.08.2.4 Connecting to iPhone/ iPod/ iP

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series8-11Chapter 7Follow the instructions on the driver installation wizard to set up the ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility, then r

8-12Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 78.4 ThunderFX Utility IntroductionThe ASUS ThunderFX Audio utility allows you to adjust the settings for t

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series8-13Chapter 7Add or Delete a proleSwitches the display panel8.4.2 Game ProlesOn the Main Control Panel, switch the dis

8-14Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 78.4.4 Environmental Noise CancellationEnvironmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) lters environmental noise fo

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA SeriesA-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rul

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-5Chapter 1DAEMON Tools Pro Standard DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to backup CD, DVD and Blu-ray disc

A-2AppendicesAppendicesIC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 o

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA SeriesA-3AppendicesREACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regula

A-4AppendicesAppendicesBluetooth Industry Canada StatementThis Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment re

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA SeriesA-5AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone

A-6AppendicesAppendicesDECLARATION OF CONFORMITYPer FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 8

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2 Motherboard overview1.2.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-7Chapter 1Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connec

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page1. Power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pi

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-9Chapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for th

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DD

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-11Chapter 1Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM so

iiiContentsSafety information ... viiAbout this guid

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capabilityVendors Part No.

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-13Chapter 1DDR3 2133 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Opt

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 2000 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-15Chapter 1DDR3 1866 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Opt

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional)1 2 4A-DATA AM2U

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-17Chapter 1(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing Voltage DIMM socket support

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-19Chapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Size SS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Op

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - Double-sided DIMM support:(1) Supports one (1) module inserted into any

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-21Chapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may

iv2.2 BIOS update utility ... 2-192.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback ...

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chass

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-23Chapter 1IRQ assignments for this motherboardA B C D E F G HPCIE_x16/x8_1 shared – – – – – – –PCIE_x8/x4_2 – shared –

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.6 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when wor

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-25Chapter 13. GO buttonPress the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! or press it to quickly load the preset prole

1-26Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.7 Jumpers1. LN2 Mode Jumper (3-pin LN2)When enabled, the LN2 Mode jumper allows your system to elimi

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-27Chapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs1. Hard Disk LEDThe hard disk LED is designed to indicate the hard disk activity. It bli

1-28Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 14. Power LEDThe motherboard comes with a power-on button that lights up to indicate that the system is ON

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-29Chapter 14. Q-Code LEDsThe Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status.

1-30Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Q-Code table(continued on the next page)Code Description11 – 14 Pre-memory CPU initialization is started15

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-31Chapter 1Code Description0F Microcode not loaded10 PEI Core is started 11 – 14 Pre-memory CPU initialization is start

vChapter 4: Software support 4-14.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Suppor

1-32Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Code DescriptionEA S3 Resume Boot Script ErrorEB S3 OS Wake ErrorEC – EF Reserved for future AMI error cod

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-33Chapter 1Code Description92 PCI Bus initialization is started93 PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization94 PCI Bus

1-34Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Code DescriptionB1 Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP EndB2 Legacy Option ROM InitializationB3 System ResetB4

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-35Chapter 1ACPI/ASL CheckpointsCode Description0x01 System is entering S1 sleep state0x02 System is entering S2 sleep s

1-36Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [red])These conn

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-37Chapter 12. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_34/5 [black])These connectors connect to Serial

1-38Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 13. Asmedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12/E34 [red])These connectors connect to Serial

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-39Chapter 14. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12)This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies wit

1-40Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!You can connect the

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-41Chapter 17. CPU, chassis, and optional fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3; OPT_FAN1-3)

vi6.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards ... 6-26.1.4 Installing three CrossFireX™ graphics cards ...

1-42Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-43Chapter 1• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX

1-44Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis powe

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-45Chapter 111. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which secur

1-46Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 113. ROG Logo LED connector (3-pin ROG)This connector is for the box (labeled Republic of Gamers) on the h

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series1-47Chapter 11.2.10 Fusion ThermoFusion Thermo is an exclusive ROG heatsink that provides air-cooling and water cooling

1-48Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-1Chapter 2Basic Installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installation1The diagrams in this section a

2-2Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-3Chapter 23. Place ten screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.3DO NOT ove

viiSafety informationElectrical safetyTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the

2-4Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.2 CPU installationThe LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU o

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-5Chapter 22.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and

2-6Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly2ABBA1

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-7Chapter 2123To remove a DIMM2.1.4 DIMM installationBA

2-8Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connection12OR OR

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-9Chapter 22.1.6 SATA device connectionOR2OR1

2-10Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.7 Front I/O ConnectorTo install ASUS Q-ConnectorIDE_LEDPOWER SWRESET SWIDE_LED-IDE_LED+PWRResetGroundGroun

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-11Chapter 22.1.8 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards

2-12Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.9 mPCIe Combo installationThe mPCIe Combo is a mini card that allows you to add an mPCIe module and an mSA

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-13Chapter 23. Press down the Wi-Fi module, and secure it in place by using the screws removed earlier.DO NOT overtight

viiiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis g

2-14Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 25. Locate the mPCIe_Combo connector on the motherboard. Align and insert the mPCIe Combo on the connector.• T

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-15Chapter 27. Remove the bolt from the Wi-Fi antenna connector. Leave the washer on the connector.8. Insert the conne

2-16Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2Installing the mSATA moduleTo install the mSATA module:1. Unlock the mSATA clip.BA2. Insert the mSATA card in

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-17Chapter 24. Remove the screw near the 26-pin connector.5. Locate the mPCIe_Combo connector on the motherboard. Alig

2-18Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 26. Secure the mPCIe Combo in place with the screw removed in step 4.

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-19Chapter 22.2 BIOS update utility2.2.1 USB BIOS FlashbackUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS wit

2-20Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.3.1 Rear I/O connection* and ** : Refer to the tables on the ne

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-21Chapter 2* LAN ports LED indicationsActivity Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Status DescriptionOFF No link OFF 1

2-22Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2Connect to Headphone and MicConnect to Stereo SpeakersConnect to 2.1 channel Speakers

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-23Chapter 2Connect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers

ixConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.DANG

2-24Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel SpeakersWhen the DTS UltraPC II function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series2-25Chapter 22.4 Starting up for the rst time1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. E

2-26Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-1Chapter 3BIOS setup33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI a

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navi

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provi

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecti

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 Extreme Tweaker menuThe Extreme Tweaker menu items allow you to congure overclocking-related items.Be cautious

ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series3-7Chapter 3Load Gamers’ OC ProlePress <Enter> and select Yes to load the Gamers’ OC prole to suit extreme overcl