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  • Page 1 MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ..................... vii About this guide ....................... viii MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary........... x OC Panel II specifications summary ..............xvi Package contents ....................xvii Installation tools and components ............... xviii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Special features..................1-1 1.1.1...
  • Page 4 BIOS update utility ................... 2-13 Motherboard rear and audio connections ..........2-14 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection ..............2-14 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections ............... 2-16 OC Panel II ....................2-18 2.4.1 OC Panel II Overview..............2-18 2.4.2 Setting up your OC Panel II in Normal Mode ......2-21 2.4.3 Setting up your OC Panel II in Extreme Mode ......
  • Page 5 Monitor menu ................... 3-36 Boot menu ....................3-41 Tool menu ....................3-46 3.9.1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ............3-46 3.9.2 Secure Erase ................3-46 3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile ............3-48 3.9.4 BIOS Flashback ................ 3-48 3.9.5 ROG OC Panel H-Key Configure ..........3-49 3.9.6...
  • Page 6 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ....5-7 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ........5-8 ® 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation ..5-8 ® Appendix Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-6...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 9: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

  • Page 10: Maximus Viii Extreme Specifications Summary

    MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary LGA1151 socket for 6th Generation Intel Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/Pentium ® ® Celeron Processors ® Supports 14 nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* ® The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU ®...
  • Page 11 MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary Intel® Z170 Express Chipset - 2 x SATA Express ports [gray] (compatible with 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports) - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports [gray] (4 ports from 2 x SATA Express ports) - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes)**...
  • Page 12 MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary Intel Z170 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.1 Boost: ® - 6 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at back panel [blue], 4 ports at mid- board [gray])* - 6 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board)*** Intel USB 3.1 Controller:...
  • Page 13 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM (continued on the next page) xiii...
  • Page 14 MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary 1 x HDMI port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth v4.0) 1 x BIOS Flashback Button 1 x Clear CMOS button Back I/O Ports 4 x USB 3.1 ports (1 x Type-C [black] and 3 x Type-A [red]) 4 x USB 3.0 ports [blue]...
  • Page 15 MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME specifications summary 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 BIOS My Favorites, Quick Note, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM2.0, DMI3.0, WOL by PME, PXE...

  • Page 16: Oc Panel Ii Specifications Summary

    1 x SATA power cable from system power supply Requirements MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME and other motherboards with ROG_EXT port Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest motherboard Compatibility support/compatibility lists. ** Install the latest utility/firmware (ROG Connect Plus) for better...

  • Page 17: Package Contents

    1 x SLI bridge ® 1 x CrossFireX™ cable 1 x I/O Shield 1 x ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x FAN Extension card 1 x Q-Connector 1 x ROG Door Hanger 1 x 12-in-1 ROG cable label...

  • Page 18: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1151 CPU Intel LGA 1151 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 19: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    SATA Express port 1 and will automatically disable this port when an M.2 card is inserted. Supports 2242 (22 mm x 42 mm), 2260 (22 mm x 60 mm), 2280 (22 mm x 80 mm), and 22110 (22 mm x 110 mm) SSD cards. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...
  • Page 20 Complete USB 3.0 integration This motherboard offers you the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panels, allowing you to experience the convenience of the latest plug and play connectivity solution at speed up to ten times faster than USB 2.0. Intel Ethernet ®...

  • Page 21: Rog Exclusive Features

    GameFirst technology ASUS GameFirst technology is a network management software that features four preset packet prioritized profiles facilitating user’s need. Users can also manually allocate bandwidth and adjust priority settings of each application to run faster and smoother.

  • Page 22: Asus Special Features

    USB 3.1 Boost ASUS USB 3.1 Boost, which supports USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 standard UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), significantly increases a USB device’s transfer speed up to 170% faster than the already impressive USB 3.1 transfer speed.

  • Page 23: Dts Connect

    RAM performance while accessing them. Plus, this extends SSD lifespan and keeps your main storage optimized for really important tasks, and you get auto data backup and restore. RAMDisk only supports 64-bit operating systems. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 24: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take 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. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

  • Page 25: Motherboard Layout

    1.2.2 Motherboard layout Refer to Internal connectors and Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 26: Layout Contents

    Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Buttons and switches/Slots Page 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V_1; 4-pin 1-43 EATX12V_2; 4-pin EZ_PLUG) 2. LGA1151 CPU Socket 3. CPU, water pump, CPU optional, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 1-42 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) 4.

  • Page 27: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.

  • Page 28: System Memory

    1.2.4 System memory The motherboard comes with four (4) Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-10...

  • Page 29: Memory Configurations

    3.5 Extreme Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-11...

  • Page 30: Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists

    MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR4 3800 (OC) MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage (Optional) Brand AVEXIR AVD4UZ138001804G-2CIR 8GB (2 x 4GB) 18-20-20-40 1.35V • AVEXIR AVD4UZ138001804G-2BZ1 8GB (2 x 4GB) 18-20-20-40 1.35V...
  • Page 31 17-18-18-38 1.35V • 2CIR/BZ1 AVEXIR AVD4UZ134661704G- 16GB (4 x 4GB) 17-18-18-38 1.35V • • 4CIR/BZ1 CORSAIR CMD16GX4M4B3466C18 16GB (4 x 4GB) 18-19-19-38 1.35V • • G.SKILL F4-3466C16Q-16GRRD 16GB (4 x 4GB) 16-18-18-38 1.35V • • ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-13...
  • Page 32 DDR4 3400 (OC) MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size Timing Voltage (Optional) Brand ADATA AX4U3400W4G16-DWZ 8GB (2 x 4GB) 16-17-17-36 1.35V • ADATA AX4U3400W4G16-QWZ 16GB (4 x 4GB) 16-17-17-36 1.35V • • CORSAIR CMK16GX4M4B3400C16 16GB (4 x 4GB) 16-18-18-40 1.35V •...
  • Page 33 32GB (2 x 16GB) 16-18-18-38 1.35V • G.SKILL F4-3200C16Q-64GRK 64GB (4 x 64GB) 16-18-18-38 1.35V • • G.SKILL F4-3200C16Q-64GVK 64GB (4 x 64GB) 16-18-18-38 1.35V • • G.SKILL F4-3200C16Q-64GTZ 64GB (4 x 64GB) 16-18-18-38 1.35V • • ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-15...
  • Page 34 DDR4 3000 (OC) MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage (Optional) Brand ADATA AX4U3000W4G16-DRZ 8GB (2 x 4GB) 16-16-16-36 1.35V • ADATA AX4U3000W4G16-QRZ 16GB (4 x 4GB) 16-16-16-36 1.35V • • AVEXIR AVD4U30001504G-4CIR 16GB (4 x 4GB) 15-15-15-35 1.35V...
  • Page 35 GPR432GB2800C16QC 32GB ( 4x 16-16-16-36 • • (XMP) 8GB ) Kingston HX428C14PBK4/16 (XMP) 16GB ( 4x 14-15-15- 1.35 • • 4GB ) 40-2 Panram PUD42800C164G4NJW 16GB ( 4x 16-18-18-36 1.25 • • (XMP) 4GB ) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-17...
  • Page 36 DDR4 2666 (OC) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) AVEXIR AVD4U26661504G-4CIR 15-15-15-35 • • (XMP) AVEXIR AVD4U26661608G-4CIR 32GB ( 8x 16-16-16-36 • • (XMP) 4GB ) CORSAIR CMD128GX4M8A2666C15 128GB 15-17-17-35 •...
  • Page 37 • • 4GB ) Panram PUD42400C158G4NJW 32GB ( 4x 15-15-15-35 • • 8GB ) Team TED44GM2400C16BK Samsung K4A4G085WD 16-16-16-39 • • Team TED48GM2400C16BK Samsung K4A4G085WD 16-16-16-39 • • V-color TD4G8C17-UH V-color DW3J0460HM 15-15-15-36 • • ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-19...
  • Page 38 DDR4 2133 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM Brand socket support (Optional) ADATA AD4U2133W4G15-B SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC 15-15-15-36 • • ADATA AD4U2133W8G15 SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC 15-15-15-36 • • Apacer 78.B1GM3.AF00B SK Hynix H5AN4G8NMFRTFC 15-15-15-36 •...
  • Page 39 ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-21...

  • Page 40: Expansion Slots

    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 PCIe 3.0 x16/x8_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x4_2 slot PCIe 3.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0 x8/x4_3 slot PCIe 3.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 3.0 x4_4 slot...

  • Page 41: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    M.2 PCIe device M.2 port empty inserted inserted Disabled Disabled Enabled M.2 SATA mode M.2 PCIe mode SATA 6G disabled, SATA 6G enabled, SATA 6G enabled, SATAEXPRESS1 PCIe mode enabled PCIe mode enabled PCIe mode enabled ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-23...

  • Page 42: Onboard Buttons

    1.2.6 Onboard buttons Onboard buttons allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open- case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. Power-on button (START) The motherboard comes with a power-on button that allows you to power up or wake up the system.
  • Page 43 BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-25...
  • Page 44 Safe Boot button (SAFE_BOOT) The Safe Boot button can be pressed anytime to force the system to reboot into the BIOS safe mode. This button temporarily applies safe settings to the BIOS while retaining any overclocked settings allowing you to modify the settings causing boot failure.
  • Page 45 This function only works when the system is OFF. BIOS Switch button (BIOS_SWITCH) The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Press the BIOS button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings. The nearby BIOS LEDs indicate the currently selected BIOS. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-27...
  • Page 46 Slow Mode Switch (SLOW_MODE) Slow Mode Switch is employed during LN2 benching. Some processors have a small optimum temperature range to run at their highest frequency. Temperatures that fall outside this band may yield instability. For example, a processor may need to operate at -80°C under load and only 75°C when idle to maintain stability at 5GHz.

  • Page 47: Onboard Leds

    Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED flashes until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-29...
  • Page 48 DIMM LED (DIMM_A1_LED; DIMM_B1_LED) The DIMM LED indicates when the corresponding memory channel is enabled. Refer to DRAM channel jumper for more information. BIOS LEDs (BIOS_LED1-2) The BIOS LEDs help indicate the BIOS activity. Press the BIOS button to switch between BIOS1 and BIOS2 and the LED lights up when the corresponding BIOS is in use.
  • Page 49 Indicates the PCIE lane used. Q-Code LED (Q_CODE) 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 following page for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-31...

  • Page 50: Q-Code Table

    Q-Code table Code Description Not used Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard). AP initialization before microcode loading System Agent initialization before microcode loading PCH initialization before microcode loading Microcode loading AP initialization after microcode loading System Agent initialization after microcode loading PCH initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes...
  • Page 51 63 – 67 PCI host bridge initialization System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) 6B – 6F (continued on the next page) ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-33...
  • Page 52 Q-Code table Code Description PCH DXE initialization is started PCH DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) 73 – 77 ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes 7A – 7F Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is started...
  • Page 53 No Console Output Devices are found No Console Input Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-35...
  • Page 54 ACPI/ASL Checkpoints Code Description 0x01 System is entering S1 sleep state 0x02 System is entering S2 sleep state System is entering S3 sleep state 0x03 System is entering S4 sleep state 0x04 System is entering S5 sleep state 0x05 System is waking up from the S1 sleep state 0x10 System is waking up from the S2 sleep state 0x20...

  • Page 55: Jumper

    This jumper is used to disable the memory channels (channel A or channel B). Setting the DRAM_CHA jumper to pins 2-3 disables DRAM_A1 and DRAM_B1, whereas setting the DRAM_CHB jumper to pins 2-3 disables DRAM_A2 and DRAM_B2 ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-37...

  • Page 56: Internal Connectors

    1.2.9 Internal connectors Intel Z170 Serial ATA 6 Gb/s and SATA Express connectors (7-pin SATA6G_56; ® SATAEXPRESS12) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ®...
  • Page 57 USB 3.0 ports under Windows ® 7, Windows ® 8.1, and Windows ® • The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system’s setting. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-39...
  • Page 58 USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1314; USB1112; USB910) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.
  • Page 59 We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. U.2 connector (U.2) This motherboard comes with a U.2 connector which supports PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-41...
  • Page 60 CPU, water pump, CPU optional, extension, and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin W_PUMP; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 5-pin EXT_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) 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. •...
  • Page 61 • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 1-43...

  • Page 62: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (3-1 pin or 2-pin PLED) This 3-1 pin or 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.
  • Page 63 This connector is for the OC Panel I/II, Front Base, and other ROG devices. • The Front Base is purchased separately. • Visit www.asus.com for more information about the OC Panel and Front Base. LED connector (5 pin LED_CON1) This 5-pin connector connects to the PCH LED. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...
  • Page 64 T_Sensor connectors (2-pin T_SENSOR1-3) This connector is for the thermistor cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard’s critical components and connected devices. M.2 (Socket 3) The M.2 (Socket 3) with M Key supports type 2242 (22mm x 42mm), 2260 (22mm x 60mm), 2280 (22mm x 80mm), and 22110 (22mm x 110mm) PCIe/SATA interface storage devices.

  • Page 65: 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 VIII EXTREME 1-47...
  • Page 66 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-48...

  • Page 67: Chapter 2: Basic 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. Install the ASUS Q-Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’...
  • Page 68 Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 69: Cpu Installation

    Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1151 socket only. DO NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets on the LGA1151 socket. Use the bundled CPU installation tool when installing the CPU. Top of CPU Bottom of CPU Bottom of CPU ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...
  • Page 70 Top of CPU WARNING! • Ensure that the CPU is firmly clicked into place before installing it onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. • Use the CPU Installation Tool for installing the CPU only. DO NOT damage or bend the CPU Installation Tool. • Always firmly hold both sides of the CPU Installation Tool when installing, removing, or picking up the CPU Installation Tool. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 71: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...
  • Page 72 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 73: Dimm Installation

    2.1.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 74: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.5 ATX Power connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 75: Sata Device Connection

    2.1.6 SATA device connection ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 76: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.7 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-Connector To install USB 2.0 connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 77: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.8 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-11...

  • Page 78: Wi-Fi Antenna Installation

    2.1.9 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 3T3R dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. IO Shield • Ensure that the ASUS 3T3R dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure to install the Bluetooth driver before installing the Wi-Fi GO! software. •...

  • Page 79: Bios Update Utility

    USB BIOS KeyBot II USB BIOS Flashback port Flashback button port • For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in Chapter 3. • Connect your USB keyboard on the KeyBot II port if you want to use the KeyBot feature. Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-13...

  • Page 80: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors Clear CMOS button ASMedia USB 3.0 port E12. Supports AI Charger+ feature and USB 3.1 Boost. ® ASUS Wi-Fi GO! module (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth V4.0) DisplayPort LAN (RJ-45) port* PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port USB BIOS Flashback button ASMedia USB 3.1 Type-A port E34. Supports AI Charger+ feature and USB 3.1 ® Boost. HDMI port Intel USB 3.1 Type-C port C2. Supports USB 3.1 Boost. ® Intel USB 3.1 Type-A port A1. Supports USB 3.1 Boost. ® Intel USB 3.0 port 5 and 6. Upper port supports the KeyBot II feature, and lower ® port supports USB BIOS Flashback function. Supports USB 3.1 Boost. Optical S/PDIF OUT port Audio I/O ports** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions.
  • Page 81 Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Center/Sub Center/Sub Orange – – woofer woofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-15...

  • Page 82: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-16...
  • Page 83 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-17...

  • Page 84: Oc Panel Ii

    “open-air” OC test bench, you can also control the two PWM fan headers on the OC Panel II (Fan Control Mode). These modes are further explained in the succeeding subsections. • Ensure that your system has adequate cooling designed for overclocking before using the OC Panel II. • Ensure to update your OC Panel II’s firmware. Visit www.asus.com for the latest firmware and updates about the OC Panel II. • Ensure that you have installed ROG Connect Plus driver for the NORMAL Mode of the OC Panel II. 2.4.1 OC Panel II Overview...
  • Page 85 CPU fan speed CPU fan speed button to change Fan) display percentile (use level the Fan Speed Control button to change selection) Use the OC button (funtion button 1) and Fan Speed Control button (function button 2) to select and adjust values. Refer to the table above for more information. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-19...
  • Page 86 OC Panel II LCM Display in Extreme Mode Subzero sense 1 Subzero sense 2 Target Current RATIO Hotkey Vcore DRAM_ System Value Value Voltage Agent BCLK VGA Hotwire Voltage VCCIO Pause Warning Information Voltge display Extreme Mode capabilities including V1, V2, DRAM, and other voltage definitions vary by chipset. Please refer to your motherboard manual for details. Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-20...

  • Page 87: Setting Up Your Oc Panel Ii In Normal Mode

    Tilt the OC Panel II LCM display until it is perpendicular to the body of OC Panel II. Prepare the bundled OC Panel II 5.25-inch drive bay metal case and set of two (2) screws. Align and insert the OC Panel II into the OC Panel II 5.25-inch drive bay metal case. OC Panel II fits in one orientation only. If it does not fit, try reversing it. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-21...
  • Page 88 Secure the OC Panel II to the OC Panel II 5.25-inch drive bay metal case with the two (2) screws. Ensure that the OC Panel II fits snugly into the OC Panel II 5.25-inch drive bay metal case. Shut down your computer. Open your computer chassis and remove the front cover of an available 5.25-inch drive bay. Align and insert the OC Panel II and the OC Panel II 5.25-inch drive bay metal case assembly into the drive bay.
  • Page 89 9. Connect the OC Panel data cable (A) and a SATA Power cable (B) to the OC Panel II. 10. Locate the ROG_EXT connector on the motherboard and connect the OC Panel cable. 11. Boot your computer. Press the OC Panel II LCM Power button to turn on the OC Panel II LCM display. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-23...

  • Page 90: Setting Up Your Oc Panel Ii In Extreme Mode

    2.4.3 Setting up your OC Panel II in Extreme Mode The OC Panel II in Extreme Mode is set up with an open chassis system or “open-air” OC test bed assembly and enjoyed as a handheld console to perform overclocking and voltage tuning. When in Extreme Mode, you can utilize more features such as Subzero Sense and VGA Hotwire. It also comes with some of the most commonly used voltage tuning presets that are preconfigured for the optimum overclocking experience at your convenience.

  • Page 91: Starting Up For The First Time

    Hardware component failure short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. Turning off the computer While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power button for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 2-25...
  • Page 92 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-26...

  • Page 93: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 94: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>, POST continues with its routines.

  • Page 95: Ez Mode

    Click to go to Advanced mode Search on the FAQ Loads optimized default settings Click to display boot devices Selects the boot device priority The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 96: Advanced Mode

    3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To switch from EZ Mode to Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press the <F7> hotkey.

  • Page 97: Menu Bar

    EZ Tuning Wizard(F11) This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system. It also allows you to change the motherboard’s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 98: Hot Keys

    Quick Note (F9) This button above the menu bar allows you to key in notes of the activities that you have done in BIOS. • The quick Note function does not support the following keyboard functions: delete, cut, copy and paste. •...

  • Page 99: My Favorites

    • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. Click Exit (ESC) or press <Esc> key to close Setup Tree Map screen. Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 100: Main Menu

    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. Chapter 3: BIOS Setup...
  • Page 101 RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.3.1 Rear I/O for location of the Clear CMOS button to clear RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default [Not Installed]. After you set a password, these items show [Installed]. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 102: Administrator Password

    Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 103: Extreme Tweaker Menu

    (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your memory modules for optimizing the system performance. The [X.M.P.] configuration option appears only when you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile(X.M.P.) Technology. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-11...
  • Page 104 ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Auto] [Auto] This item allows you to maximize the oveclocking performance optimized by ASUS core ratio settings. [Disabled] This item allows you to set to default core ratio settings. CPU Core Ratio [Sync All Cores] This item allows you to set the CPU core ratio limit per core or synchronize automatically to all cores.
  • Page 105 Ensure to use water cooling device before selecting [TPU II]. EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) sets the CPU in its minimum power consumption settings. Enable this item to set lower CPU core/cache voltage and achieve the best energy saving condition.
  • Page 106 Memory Scrambler [Enabled] Set this item to enable or disable memory scrambler support. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Channel A DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMS] Allows you to enable or disable the Channel A DIMM slots. Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMS] Allows you to enable or disable the Channel B DIMM slots.
  • Page 107 Higher temperature provides a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. Configuration options: [115] - [136] DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-15...
  • Page 108 DRAM Current Capability [100%] This item provides a total power range for DRAM overclocking. A higher value setting provides higher power consumption delivery and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] Configure higher values when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power support.
  • Page 109 Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] IA DC Load Line [Auto] This item allows you to set the DC loadline defined in 1/100 mOhms. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.01] - [62.49] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-17...
  • Page 110 Tweaker’s Paradise Initial BCLK Frequency [Auto] This item allows you to set the initial BCLK (base clock) frequency to start overclocking from the assigned BCLK frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [40.0 MHz] – [500.0 MHz] BCLK Amplitude [Auto] This item allows you to set the magnitude of the base clock driven for the processor. Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] BCLK Slew Rate [Auto] This item allows you to set the speed at which each clock rises and falls.
  • Page 111 To offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value. Additional Turbo Mode CPU Core Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU core voltage offset value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.250] - [1.920] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-19...
  • Page 112 Offset Voltage [Auto] This item allows you to configure the CPU core voltage offset value. Configuration options: [Auto] [0.001] - [0.999] DRAM Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1.000] - [2.000] CPU VCCIO Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.700] - [1.800] CPU System Agent Voltage [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [0.700] - [1.800] PLL Termination Voltage [Auto]...

  • Page 113: Advanced Menu

    The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-21...

  • Page 114: Cpu Configuration

    3.6.1 CPU Configuration 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. Active Processor Cores [All] This item allows you to select the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package.
  • Page 115 This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Disabled] [CPU C7] [CPU C7s] CPU C8 Report [Enabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CPU C8 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-23...

  • Page 116: Platform Misc Configuration

    Package C State Limit [Auto] This item allows you to set the a C-state limit for the CPU package. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [C0/C1] [C2] [C3] [C6] [C7] [C7s] [C8] CFG Lock [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the CFG Lock. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 3.6.2 Platform Misc Configuration...

  • Page 117: System Agent (Sa) Configuration

    This item is for the control of the Active State Power Management for the PEG 0. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Auto] [ASPM L0s] [ASPM L1] [ASPM L0sL1] 3.6.3 System Agent (SA) Configuration VT-d [Disabled] Allows you to enable virtualization technology function on memory control hub. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-25...

  • Page 118: Graphics Configuration

    Graphics Configuration Allows you to select a primary display from graphical devices. Primary Display [Auto] [Auto] The primary display will be set to PCI-E when a PCI-E graphic card is detected. [IGFX] Force the primary display to be from the IGFX Graphics. [PEG] Force the primary display to be from the PEG Graphics.

  • Page 119: Rog Effects

    PCH (Logo) LED [Enabled] [Enabled] LEDs will always light up at the S0(Working), S3(Sleep), and S5(Soft off) states, but not light up at the S5 state when the “ErP Ready” is enabled. [Disabled] LEDs will not light up. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-27...

  • Page 120: Pch Configuration

    3.6.5 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to configure the PCI Express slots. PCI-E Speed [Auto] This item allows your system to automatically select the PCI Express port speed. When set to [Gen1], the PCI-E port runs at PCI-E 1.0 speed. When set to [Gen2], the PCI-E port runs at PCI-E 2.0 speed.
  • Page 121 When set to [Enabled], the hot plug function of SATA ports are disabled. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] SATA6G_1(Gray) - SATA6G_6(Gray) SATA6G_1(Gray) - SATA6G_6(Gray) [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the selected SATA port. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-29...

  • Page 122: Usb Configuration

    Hot Plug [Disabled] These items appears only when the SATA Mode Selection is set to [AHCI] and allows you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.7 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values.

  • Page 123: Network Stack Configuration

    Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The following items appear only when you set the Network Stack to [Enabled]. Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Ipv4/Ipv6 PXE boot option. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-31...

  • Page 124: Onboard Devices Configuration

    3.6.9 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Disabled] HDA will be unconditionally disabled [Enabled] HDA will be unconditionally enabled PCIEX4_4 Bandwidth [Auto] [Auto] Run at X2 mode with SATA6G_56 enabled [X4 Mode] X4 mode SATA6G_56 will be disabled when [X4 Mode] is selected.
  • Page 125 Bluetooth Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Bluetooth Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Wi-Fi Controller [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Wi-Fi Controller. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-33...

  • Page 126: Apm Configuration

    3.6.10 APM Configuration ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows you to switch off some power at S4+S5 or S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to [Enabled], all other PME options will be switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled(S4+S5] [Enabled(S5)] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power Off] The system goes into OFF state after an AC power loss.

  • Page 127: Hdd/Sdd Smart Information

    This item allows you to disable or enable the Intel Thunderbolt Technology. Configuration options: [Fully Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] ThunderBolt Boot Support [Disabled] This item allows you to disable or enable the ThunderBolt Boot Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-35...

  • Page 128: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Q-Fan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. CPU Q-Fan Control [Auto] [Auto] Detect the type of CPU fan installed and automatically switches the...
  • Page 129 [Disabled] Disable the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [DC mode] Enable the Chassis Q-Fan control in DC mode for 3-pin chassis fan. [PWM mode] Enable the Chassis Q-Fan control in PWM mode for 4-pin chassis fan. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-37...
  • Page 130 Chassis Fan 1-4 Q-Fan Source [CPU] The assignment fan will be controlled according to the selected temperature source. Configuration options: [CPU] [MotherBoard] [VRM] [PCH] [T_SENSOR1] [T_ SENSOR2] [T_SENSOR3] [EXT_Sensor1] [EXT_Sensor2] [EXT_Sensor3] For EXT_Sensor1-3, connect a Thermistor cable to the EXT_TS1-3 header then place the other end to the component to get the temperature.
  • Page 131 The values range from 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under the limit, the Chassis Fan 1-4 fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. ASUS FAN EXTENSION CARD is required to configure these items Extension Fan 1-4 Q-Fan Control [DC Mode] [Disabled] Disable the Extension Fan Q-Fan control feature.
  • Page 132 Extension Fan 1-4 Middle Temperature [45] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the middle limit of the Extension Fan 1-4 temperature. The values range from 20 to 75. Extension Fan 1-4 Middle. Duty Cycle (%) [60] Use the <+> or <-> keys to adjust the middle Extension Fan 1-4 duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%.

  • Page 133: Boot Menu

    Boot Logo Display [Auto] [Auto] Auto adjustments for Windows requirements. [Full Screen] Maximize the boot logo size. [Disabled] Hid the logo during POST. The following items appears only when you set the Boot Logo Display item to [Disabled]. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-41...
  • Page 134 Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Option ROM Messages [Enabled] [Enabled] The Option ROM Messages will be shown during the POST. [Disabled] Only the ASUS logo will be shown during the POST. Interrupt 19 Capture [Disabled] [Enabled] Execute the trap right away. [Disabled] Execute the trap during legacy boot.

  • Page 135: Secure Boot

    Get the optimized function when booting on Windows non- ® UEFI mode. Microsoft Secure Boot only supports Windows ® ® UEFI mode. Key Management Clear Secure Boot keys This item allows you to clear all default Secure Boot keys. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-43...
  • Page 136 Save Secure Boot Keys This item allows you to save the PK (Platform Keys) to a USB storage device. PK Management Set New Key This item allows you to load the downloaded PK from a USB storage device. The PK file must be formatted as a UEFI variable structure with time-based authenticated variable.

  • Page 137: Boot Option Priorities

    OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST (Windows 8 not supported). • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when the ASUS Logo appears. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.

  • Page 138: Tool Menu

    To launch Secure Erase, click Tool > Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with Secure Erase. The drive may become unstable if you run Secure Erase on an incompatible SSD.
  • Page 139 Locked. SSDs might be locked if the Secure Erase process is either incomplete or was stopped. This may be due to a third party software that uses a different password defined by ASUS. You have to unlock the SSD in the software before proceeding with Secure Erase.

  • Page 140: Asus Overclocking Profile

    3.9.3 ASUS Overclocking Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Profile Name Key in the profile name to save current BIOS settings to profile 1 to 8. Save to Profile Saves the current BIOS settings to profile number 1 to 8.

  • Page 141: Rog Oc Panel H-Key Configure

    This item allows you to save the new values of the CPU Core Voltage, VCCSA Voltage, BCLK Frequency, and CPU Ratio. Load from profile This item allows you to load the previous values of the CPU Core Voltage, VCCSA Voltage, BCLK Frequency, and CPU Ratio. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-49...

  • Page 142: Asus Spd Information

    3.9.6 ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. DIMM slot number Allows you to select the DIMM slot number to show the plugged DRAM Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information. Configuration options: [DIMM_A1] [DIMM_A2] [DIMM_B1] [DIMM_B2] Some DRAM manufacturers may not be recognized.

  • Page 143: Exit Menu

    <Esc>, a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. Launch EFI Shell from USB devices This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available USB devices. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-51...

  • Page 144: Updating Bios

    ® ASUS EZ Flash 3: Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive.
  • Page 145 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com.

  • Page 146: Asus Crashfree Bios

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at http://support.asus.com and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 147: Asus Bios Updater

    3.11.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. The screen captures used in this section are for reference only and may not be exactly the same as actually shown on your computer screen.
  • Page 148 On the BIOS Updater screen, press <Tab> to switch from Files panel to Drives panel then select D:. ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2014/01/01] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME BOARD: Unknown VER: 0208 (H :00 B :00)
  • Page 149 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See section 3.10 Exit menu for details. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 3-57...
  • Page 150 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3-58...

  • Page 151: Chapter 4: Software Support

    Running the support DVD Ensure that you have an Administrator account before running the support DVD in Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 OS. ® ® ® To run the support DVD Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.exe. If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file SETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the support DVD. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 152: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Click to select an item to install Contains ROG related videos Click to display the ASUS contact information Click to browse the file list of the suport CD Click to install the selected items 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get...

  • Page 153: Software Information

    AI Suite 3 AI Suite 3 is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows you to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite 3 Ensure that you have an Administrator account before installing AI Suite 3 in Windows 7, ® Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 OS. ® ® To install AI Suite 3 on your computer: Windows 7 OS ® Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. 2. In the AutoPlay dialog box, click Run ASSETUP.exe then select the Utilities tab 3. From the Utilities tab, check AI Suite 3 and select Install, then follow the succeeding onscreen instructions. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...
  • Page 154 If the ASUS motherboard support DVD main menu did not appear, try the following steps: Go to the Start Screen then click the Desktop app. On the lower left corner of the Desktop, click File Explorer then select your DVD drive and double-click the Setup application. Launching AI Suite 3 Windows 7 OS ® From the Desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Suite 3 > AI Suite 3. You can also launch AI Suite 3 in Windows 7 by clicking on the Notification area. ® Windows 8.1 / Windows 10 OS ® ®...
  • Page 155 AI Suite 3 Main menu The AI Suite 3 main menu gives you easy-access controls and insight to what’s going on with your computer - allowing you to optimize performance settings while at the same time ensuring system stability. The AI Suite main menu includes is a quick-access menu bar that allows you to swiftly launch any of the integrated ASUS utilities. Click on the left of the menu to launch the menu bar. The AI Suite 3 screenshots in this section are for reference only and can vary depending on motherboard model.. Click to launch AI Suite 3 menu bar AI Suite 3 main menu bar • Some functions in the AI Suite 3 main menu in this user guide may vary depending on the motherboard model. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 156: Dual Intelligent Processors 5

    Dual Intelligent Processors 5 ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5 combines TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, and Turbo App functions to push the system’s performance to its optimal potential. It automatically balances the system’s performance, power saving, levels, and fan settings via the user-friendly AI Suite 3 utility. 5-Way Optimization The 5-Way Optimization function dynamically optimizes your PC based on real-time usage to provide the best system status. It covers the essential areas such as CPU performance, energy saving, stable digital power, cool and quiet fan control, and includes tailored settings for your apps to ensure your PC is ready for gaming, entertainment, productivity, or just about anything. Click this 5-Way Optimization button to auto-detect and tune the best settings for your system DO NOT remove your fan during the tuning process. Chapter 4: Software Support...

  • Page 157: Cpu Frequency

    CPU Core Voltage Click to load the Click to apply the adjustments saved profile adjustments Click to save the adjustment into a profile Click to undo the adjustments • Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Frequency in TPU. Refer to the BIOS chapter of your motherboard’s user guide for details. • The CPU Frequency bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 158: Gpu Boost

    GPU Boost CPU Graphics Voltage Adjustments Click to apply the adjustments Click to undo the Click to enable the Click to load the Click to save the default settings adjustments saved profile adjustment into a profile Chapter 4: Software Support...

  • Page 159: Turbo App

    Turbo App list Click to apply the changes Click to undo the changes Applications list pane Displays all the running applications on your system. Turbo App List pane Displays the applications added to the Turbo App List. Click the icon for more settings. * Only applications on the Turbo App List can be configured. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 160: Fan Xpert 3

    Power Plan time Click to undo the Click to apply the Click to enable the adjustments adjustments default settings Fan Xpert 3 ASUS Fan Xpert 3 provides customizable settings of your fans for a cooler and more quiet computing environment. With its fan Auto Tuning feature, ASUS Fan Xpert 3 automatically tweaks the settings of CPU and chassis fans to achieve their best cooling performance. ASUS Fan Xpert 3 also supports hardware level PWM/DC combo mode for the CPU and chassis fans. You can also reduce the CPU fan speed below the default minimum for a noiseless operation during light loads. Click a screen to select the type of fan that you want...

  • Page 161: Digi+ Power Control

    CPU Power Phase Control Increase the phase number under a heavy system load to get more transient and better thermal performance. Reduce the phase number under a light system load to increase the VRM efficiency. CPU VRM Switching Frequency Enables spread spectrum to enhance system stability. CPU Load-line Calibration It allows you to adjust the voltage range to control the CPU Load-line. Adjust to a high value for system performance or to a low value for power efficiency. CPU Current Capability CPU Current Capability provides a wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. CPU Power Thermal Control A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the overclocking potential. 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 VIII EXTREME 4-11...
  • Page 162 PC Cleaner PC Cleaner allows you to clean the system junk files by scanning and deleting selected files. Displays the scan status and clean results Check and select the Click to start Click to start items to clear scanning cleaning checked items Chapter 4: Software Support 4-12...
  • Page 163 Launching Ai Charger+ To launch Ai Charger+, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Ai Charger+. Ai Charger+ is available only in selected motherboard models. Ai Charger+ screen Tick to enable or Click to apply the disable Ai Charger+ selection • * Check the manufacturer if your USB device is a Battery Charging Specification 1.1 (BC 1.1) compliant or compatible device. • ** Actual charging speeds may vary depending on the charging rate and specifications of your USB device. • To ensure normal charging function, disconnect and reconnect your USB device every time you enable or disable Ai Charger+. • Ai Charger+ does not support USB hubs, USB extension cables, and generic USB cables. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-13...
  • Page 164 Click to enable the USB device’s normal data transfer rate Click to select a USB device Ensure to connect your USB 3.0 or 3.1 device to the USB ports that support USB 3.1 Boost. Refer to the Rear I/O connection section of your user guide for more details. • USB 3.1 Boost automatically detects the USB devices that support UASP. For a list of UASP-supported USB devices, visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • The data transfer speed varies with USB devices. For a higher data transfer performance, use a USB 3.1 device. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-14...
  • Page 165 EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. EZ Update screen Click to automatically update your motherboard’s driver, software and firmware Click to select a Click to update boot logo the BIOS Click to search and select the BIOS file ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-15...

  • Page 166: System Information

    System Information This utility displays the detailed information and settings of the installed motherboard, CPU, and memory. Launching the System Information To launch System Information, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select System Information. Viewing the motherboard information Click the MB tab to view the motherboard’s information. Viewing the CPU information Click the CPU tab to view the processor’s information. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-16...
  • Page 167 Launching Mobo Connect To launch Mobo Connect, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Mobo Connect. Mobo Connect screen Set Hotkey for Keyboard/ Set Hotkey for Mouse sharing Audio Mode Select device for Select device for Click to apply the Keyboard/Mouse sharing audio Audio Mode settings ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-17...

  • Page 168: Usb Bios Flashback

    USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. Use this utility to quickly check for the latest available BIOS and set the BIOS download schedule. Launching USB BIOS Flashback To launch USB BIOS Flashback, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select USB BIOS Flashback. USB BIOS Flashback is available only in selected motherboard models. Using USB BIOS Flashback Set a schedule for the BIOS Update download Click to cancel the download schedule setting Click to apply the download Click to check for a new BIOS update schedule setting available for download...
  • Page 169 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 this user guide for more details. To download the updated BIOS: From the USB BIOS Flashback screen, Click Check for New BIOS Update. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS version. After the utility detects a new BIOS, Click from the Save to: field, select the USB flash drive, then Click Download. After the download is complete, Click OK. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-19...
  • Page 170 Wi-Fi Engine Wi-Fi Engine allows you to connect to a wireless network and set up your computer as an access point for Internet connection sharing among other Wi-Fi enabled devices. Launching Wi-Fi Engine To launch Mobo Connect, click on the left of the AI Suite 3 main menu, then select Wi-Fi Engine. Wi-Fi Engine is available only in selected motherboard models. Using Wi-Fi Engine Click or tap to set up your computer as a wireless access point Click or tap to connect to a wireless access point Using the Client Mode The Client mode allows you to connect your system to a wireless network.
  • Page 171 Key in your password for confirmation Click or tap to disable AP mode Click or tap to enable AP Click or tap to go back mode to previous screen Click or tap to select a network ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-21...

  • Page 172: System Requirements

    Extra high density type (120 ldpi) (160 mdpi) (240 hdpi) (320 xhdpi) WXGA 1536 x 1152 2048 x 1536 (1280 x 800) Screen 1024 x 600 Resolution 1024 x 768 1920 x 1152 2560 x 1536 1280 x 768 1920 x 1200 2560 x 1600 ASUS Account Login Wi-Fi GO! gives you complete control of your PC anytime and anywhere. Create and login the same ASUS Account on your PC and smart devices for public-to-private network functions. • Remote Desktop and File Transfer support public-to-private networks feature. • You can access the ASUS Account tab by clicking from Wi-Fi GO! main page. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-22...
  • Page 173 Creating an ASUS account Ensure that you have an internet connection before you create an account. To create a new ASUS Account: 1. Click or tap Create a New Account on your PC or smart device. The browser will direct you to the ASUS website (www.asus.com). 2. From the ASUS website, click or tap Sign Up then follow onscreen instructions to complete the registration. Logging in To log-in using your PC: Launch Wi-Fi GO! on your PC. A login notice is displayed when you launch Wi-Fi GO! for the first time on your PC. To stop this notice from appearing again, tick Don’t remind me again then click Go to Login. From the log-in window, key in your ASUS account and password (A) then click Login (B). ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-23...
  • Page 174 Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote V2.00.00 or later versions. Using Wi-Fi GO! To launch Wi-Fi GO!, click the ASUS HomeCloud shortcut on your desktop, then select Wi- Fi GO! from the mini bar. Click to set a password or log in using your ASUS Account Use your smart device to scan QR Wi-Fi GO! menu Codes for more information...
  • Page 175 Using Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote To use the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote: Connect your smart device to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer or log in on your computer and smart devices using the same ASUS account to fully utilize the Wi- Fi GO! functions across different networks. On your smart device, tap then tap Enter. Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote From the list of scanned PCs, tap the computer that you want to connect with your smart device. Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote interface main page Cloud GO! Remote Desktop File Transfer Remote Keyboard & Mouse The screenshots are for reference only and vary with the type of smart device. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-25...
  • Page 176 Using the Wake-on-LAN If you want to wake up your computer using the smart device, ensure that you enable the computer’s Wake-on-LAN settings. To configure your computer’s Wake-on-LAN settings: From BIOS Setup, go to Advanced > APM Configuration then set Power On By PCI-E/PCI to [Enabled]. From Windows OS, do the following: ® On your desktop, click Start, right-click Computer > Manage to launch the Computer Management screen. Click Device Manager to view all the installed devices. Click Network Adapters, right-click the installed module card (Broadcom or Atheros) then click Properties > Power Management tab. Tick these items Allow this device to wake up the computer and Only allow a magic packet to wake the computer. For 802.11ac standard Wi-Fi GO! Card, the Wake-on-LAN function will be supported in the later version for Windows 8.1 and Windows...
  • Page 177 Click or tap to synchronize cloud contents or to to the previous screen create a back up to your local drive Click or tap to go back to Wi-Fi GO!/Remote GO! screen Tick to select contents ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-27...
  • Page 178 Remote Desktop Remote Desktop allows you to remotely control your desktop in real-time using your smart device. The System User Account Control (UAC) will be set to Never Notify when using Remote Desktop function. The UAC level will return to your previous settings after you exit Remote Desktop. To use Remote Desktop: On your smart device, tap Remote Desktop. Remote Desktop interface for Windows ® Tap to view the cursor Tap to launch the Charms bar Tap to launch the smart device’s keypad. Long press to switch between multitouch and mouse mode.
  • Page 179 Remote Desktop Control Notification This function allows you to send the control authorization to a smart device and directly start using Remote Desktop in your device. To use Remote Desktop Control Notification: 1. Click Select Device. 2. Select a device from the drop list. 3. Click Send to send the Remote Desktop control authorization to the selected device. This function requires the Push Notice feature to be installed. You can get the PUSH Notice installer from the bundled support DVD or download the latest installer from www.asus.com. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-29...

  • Page 180: File Transfer

    To receive files on your iOS device, go to Settings > Privacy > Photos then turn on the Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote. • Find your transferred files from <SD Card>\Wi-Fi GO! for Android devices and Camera roll for iOS devices. Transferring files from smart device to computer To transfer files from smart device to computer: Tap File Transfer > Enter. Tick the files that you want to send to your computer, then tap Send. • The files you transferred can be found on the location X:\Users\Documents\ASUS HomeCloud\Wi-Fi GO!\File Transfer\ • To select a new storage location, click Setting. Another way to transfer files is to open the file directly, tick the file, tap the Share icon/ button then click the File Transfer app to start sending the file to the computer. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-30...
  • Page 181 ASUS Media Streamer The ASUS Media Streamer allows you to enjoy your PC’s multimedia content anywhere. You can pipe music from your PC or stream your favorite movie to a smart TV using your PC or smart device. • Ensure to enable the DLNA setting of your devices first. • ASUS Media Streamer supports NFC function. Some functions may require you to install NFC EXPRESS 2. Visit www.asus.com for more information about NFC EXPRESS 2. • The public-to-private network functions for the iOS system will be available from Media Streamer V2.00.00 or later versions. • The iOS system only support photo and video streaming for Media Streamer. System requirements System requirements Smart device Windows 7 / Windows 8.1 / Android 4.0 or higher versions ® ® Windows iOS7 or later versions ® ASUS HomeCloud ASUS Media Streamer Utilities ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-31...
  • Page 182 Click or tap to edit media files Click or tap to select media type Select the device you Log in ASUS account to stream Click or tap a media file to play want to stream to play in different networks Adding and deleting media files Drag and drop or tick files to add or delete.

  • Page 183: Push Notice

    Tick to select the smart device Click to discard Click to apply the the settings settings You can also enable the Push Notice via the Push Notice shortcut on the lower-right corner of your screen. To do this, click << then click then select Pairing your computer and smart device To pair your computer and smart device: On your smart device, tap to launch Push Notice. Push Notice Tap Push Scan then tap the name of your computer that you want to pair with. To pair your computer and smart device, ensure that both are connected to the same wireless network. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-33...
  • Page 184 Setting up PC Mode alerts of your computer This feature allows you to restart, shut down, or put your computer to sleep mode and sends an alert to your smart device. Tick these to enable mode alerts Tick to select the smart device Set the day and time to enable the PC modes Set the minutes to send the alert before the PC mode/s activation Key in your messages for more information...

  • Page 185: Sending Messages To Your Smart Device

    Viewing your computer status on your smart device Tap on your smart device to launch Push Notice. Push Notice Tap to delete PC Tap to view PC alerts mode alerts Tap to view PC status alerts Tap to view PC sent messages Tap to scan more host computers ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-35...

  • Page 186: Rog Audio Features

    ROG Audio features Installing the Software Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek Audio Manager driver from the support ® DVD that is bundled with the motherboard. If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek HD Audio ® ® Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click on the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio ® Manager. Realtek ® HD Audio Manager Sonic Studio II Sonic Studio II is an audio suite that offers six audio controls: Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity, Smart EQ (Smart Volume), and Surround. Surround is dedicated for 2-channel headset and offers one of the best virtual surround technology for gaming. The Sonic Studio II application does not have an independent installer. It is automatically installed when the Realtek Audio Driver is installed in your system. ® Chapter 4: Software Support 4-36...
  • Page 187 Check this box to enable Smart EQ. This item automatically adjust the frequency of an audio content to maintain deep bass and crispy high frequencies. Surround Check this box to enable Surround. This item recreates a multichannel listening experience over your stereo headphones or speakers. Reverb Check this box to enable Reverb. This item increases the feeling if spaciousness and lets you choose other reverb presets. Reverb presets Click to select a reverb effect from the different environmental spaces for reverb effects. This item is only available when the Reverb switch is enabled. Test tone Click the play button to start the test for the selected preset profile. Preset profiles Click any of the preset profiles. Choose from Gaming, Music, or Movie. Profile Register, Open, or Reset Allows you to Register, Open, or Reset to the default setting of a profile. Sonic Studio switch Click to toggle the Sonic Studio function ON/OFF. Volume Allows you to adjust the volume of the connected devices. Sonic Studio settings Click this button to change the language or view the tutorial. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-37...

  • Page 188: Perfect Voice

    Perfect Voice On my voice switch Click to toggle Perfect Voice on my voice ON/OFF. On incoming voice switch Click to toggle Perfect Voice on incoming voice ON/OFF Volume Stabilizer Check this box to enable Volume Stabilizer on your voice or on incoming voice. Use the slider to adjust the MIC volume. Noise Gate Check this box to enable Noise Gate. This item removes the background noise between words and sentences on your voice or on incoming voice. Noise Reduction Check this box to enable Noise Reduction. This item removes the remaining voice on top of your voice or your friend’s voice. Reset Click this button to reset the settings on your voice or on incoming voice to the default settings. Test tone Click the play button to start the test for the selected preset profile. Noise Gate mode Click to choose the Noise Gate mode from Auto or Manual. Manual mode allows you to use the slider to adjust the Noise Gate and Noise Reduction. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-38...
  • Page 189 Casting Enhancer Casting enhancer is a revolutionary new function that allows you to route your recording or streaming session through Sonic Studio II. This way, features such as voice clarity can be applied, allowing you to ensure the most important parts of your recordings be heard. To activate, simply make sure that the Enable Casting Enhancer feature is checked. The pop-up notice feature allows you to verify that your recording or streaming session is currently being enhanced by Sonic Studio II. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-39...

  • Page 190: Sonic Senseamp

    Sonic SenseAmp Sonic SenseAmp is an exclusive ROG invention that is a built-in headphone AMP on onboard audio with three AMP levels adjustment. It detects your headphone’s impedance and adjusts the built-in AMP accordingly. • Sonic SenseAmp only works on front panel. Maximize the volume of your headphone’s volume control for an accurate impedance • detection. When you plug a headphone into the front headphone jack, Sonic SenseAmp displays a pop- up window that displays “Detecting headphone impedance”. After detecting the headphone’s impedance, Sonic SenseAmp displays another pop-up window similar to the one shown below. Refer to the table below on the behavior of Sonic SenseAmp when adjusting the impedance of the detected headphone: 32 ohm Amplify Level is automatically set at Performance 150 ohms Amplify Level is automatically set at Powerful > 150 ohms Amplify Level is automatically set at Extreme Other device The device plugged in detected as other device Chapter 4: Software Support 4-40...
  • Page 191 After you close the pop-window, Sonic SenseAmp enters speaker configuration and displays the adjusted headphone impedance. Click to manually adjust the amplify level Displays the impedance of your headphone ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-41...
  • Page 192 DTS Connect DTS Connect delivers excellent audio entertainment across all formats and works with 4, 5.1 and 7.1 channels of incredible surround sound . It also allows you to connect your PC to a home theatre system. Control settings panel Chapter 4: Software Support 4-42...

  • Page 193: Sonic Radar Ii

    Each option has its own settings and menus. Click to reset to the default settings Click to start the test tone Use the sliders to adjust the settings Displays the list of games ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-43...
  • Page 194 Control Menu Allows you to configure shortcut keys. Audio Mode/Radar Selection menu Allows you to configure the sound enhancers. Tick to choose the desired sound enhancer Audio Mode/Radar Selection are enabled with shortcut keys in the game. Refer to the Controls tab for more information about the shortcut key settings. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-44...

  • Page 195: Gamefirst Iii

    Click to reset and load the default settings of the selected profile Allows you to block traffic of the application or set priority Optimization Mode Game packets are prioritized and other packets also optimized. Game Mode Game packets given top priority. Media Streaming Mode Media-streaming packets given top priority. File Sharing Mode File-sharing packets given top priority. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-45...
  • Page 196 Network Monitor Top 5 application Displays the top 5 bandwidth consuming applications currently used. Application usage Displays the individual downloading and uploading bandwidth of currently used applications. Total usage Displays the total downloading and uploading bandwidth of the currently used applications. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-46...
  • Page 197 Key in the upload/ download speed Click to begin the speed test Click to apply the speed after manually keying in the desired speed or after you performing the speed test Using the Network Information Displays information about the physical network card such as speed, physical address, IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-47...

  • Page 198: Keybot Ii

    KeyBot II KeyBot II is a built-in microprocessor that provides instant upgrade to your keyboard. You can configure and assign macros to specific keys on your keyboard to perform specific or several tasks at the same time. You can also configure your PC for overclocking, or enter BIOS directly. 1. Connect the USB keyboard into the dedicated KeyBot USB port. Refer to the Rear I/O connection section for more information about the location of the KeyBot USB port. Double-click on the desktop to launch the KeyBot II application on your PC. Click to load or save configuration files Click to configure Macro Keys, Smart Input, Click to toggle the Function Keys, and Shortcut settings KeyBot II function on/off Click any of the items to perform a specific tasks, or click their corresponding keys on the keyboard...
  • Page 199 Function Keys Shortcut ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-49...

  • Page 200: Asus Media Streamer

    Streamer. Click to edit media files Click to select media type Select the device you Log in ASUS account to stream Click a media file to play want to stream to play in different networks Chapter 4: Software Support...
  • Page 201 Click to add or create a new folder Click to add the selected files Click to delete selected files Click to proceed with the deletion or Click to cancel changes addition of files The following media formats are supported: .3gp, .mp4, .m4a, .aac, .ts, .flac, .mp3, .mid, .xmf, .mxmf, .rtttl, .rtx, .ota, .imy, .ogg, .mkv, .wav, .jpg, .gif, .png, .bmp, .webp, .webm ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-51...

  • Page 202: Ramdisk

    4.11 RAMDisk RAMDisk is a data-storage software that reserves a part of your system’s memory and turns it into a high-speed virtual drive where you can store cache files and game apps for instant access. The Dynamic Memory Allocation function can release the unused memory of RAMDisk back to the system when needed and helps extend the lifespan of your SSD or HDD. The following folders are not suitable for RAMDisk optimization. Moving them into the RAMDisk might negatively affect the performance of your system. • Swap file/Page file: The swap file is a permanent storage space used as the virtual memory expansion of the system memory. Moving the swap file into the RAM Disk simply defects the whole purpose of having it and may affect your system’s performance. • Startup folders: Since RAMDisk loads during boot up together with the contents of the Junction folders, changing the location of the startup folders may cause system error and disable loading your RAMDisk. To launch RAMDisk, click Creating/Deleting a RAMDisk drive Your RAMDisk drive allows you to place your favorite applications and files into RAM so you can utilize your RAM speed for better read/write performance. The files that are stored inside the RAMDisk are automatically backed up every time your PC is turned off. The startup time may take a while, depending on the size of your RAMDisk drive. To create RAMDisk drives: Click to create RAMDisk drives Move the slider to the Click the drop-down right to set the size arrow to choose a drive...

  • Page 203: Creating/Deleting A Junction Point

    Click to select where to RAMDisk drive and its create a junction point. available storage space. Click to finish adding the new junction point. Click to delete the existing junction point. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-53...
  • Page 204 Synchronizing backup files After creating a junction point, RAMDisk automatically creates a backup folder in the file’s original location. Use RAMDisk to manually synchronize updates with these backup files. Click Synchronize to update your files Chapter 4: Software Support 4-54...

  • Page 205: Memtweakit

    Click a tab to configure the memory timing Click About tab then click REPUBLIC OF GAMERS to access the official ROG website Click to exit MemTweakIt Click to apply your settings Click to validate your settings. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-55...
  • Page 206 Validating and saving your MemTweakIt settings To validate and save your configuration online: Launch MemTweakIt and click Validate. In Online Mode, key in your ASUS account ID and password, and click Submit. Your configuration will be displayed in MemTweakIt webpage. To validate and save your configuration manually: Launch MemTweakIt and click Validate. In Manual Mode, click Save Validation File. Key in a file name for your configuration file and click Submit. Click validation webpage. In MemTweakIt - Validation File Upload window, key in your ASUS account ID and password. Click Browse, locate the saved .cvf file, and click Open. Click Submit. Your configuration will be displayed in MemTweakIt webpage. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-56...

  • Page 207: Rog Cpu-Z

    4.13 ROG CPU-Z This utility gathers information about the main devices installed in your system and displays it in an ROG custom layout. ROG CPU-Z provides you information and status of your CPU, motherboard, memory, graphics card, and other components installed in your system. You can generate a report about your system info and send or post it on the CPU-Z website. To use ROG CPU-Z, double-click on the desktop. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-57...

  • Page 208: Ramcache

    4.14 RAMCache ROG RAMCache software provides a user-friendly and transparent solution to increase your PC overall performance, by utilizing the system memory (DRAM) that is not in use. RAMCache allocates a cache of RAM between the computer hard disk and the applications, then reads in real time your performance needs regarding the applications you are currently using and the disk I/O demands. RAMCache copies the most frequently used data from the disk to the RAM cache where it can be processed faster, and then automatically writes it back to the disk – thus accelerating the computer overall performance with a minimized risk of data loss. To use RAMCache, double-click on the desktop. To start RAMCache: Launch RAMCache and select disk or partition to cache. Select cache size and then click Start. • You can only cache one partition at a time. • Min and Max amounts of RAM at disposal is automatically updated. Chapter 4: Software Support 4-58...

  • Page 209: Lighting Control

    Turn the onboard RGB LEDs On or Off Adjust RGB LED light color Set special LED effects (priority is higher than the settings made above) Preview the lighting Select the RGB effects LED light effect ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME 4-59...
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  • Page 211: Chapter 5: Raid Support

    With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 212: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.

  • Page 213: Intel ® Rapid Storage Technology Option Rom Utility

    The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...
  • Page 214 Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0...
  • Page 215 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...
  • Page 216 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name...

  • Page 217: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    When the Make Disk menu appears, press <1> to create a RAID driver disk. Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive, then press <Enter>. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 218: Creating A Raid Driver Disk In Windows

    5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows ® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows ® Start Windows ® Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID driver disk.

  • Page 219: Appendix

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME...

  • Page 220: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 221: Rf Equipment Notices

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 222 FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
  • Page 223 Slovenščina AsusTek Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s di conformità CE. temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimi določili direktiv CE. Za več Компания ASUS заявляет, что это устройство соответствует основным informacij glejte Izjavo CE o skladnosti. требованиям и другим соответствующим условиям европейских...

  • Page 224: Asus Contact Information

    800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://www.service.asus.com/ ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923 Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support http://www.asus.com/de/support/...
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