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  • Page 1 Rampage III 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 Notices ....................... viii Safety information ..................xii About this guide ..................xiv Rampage III Extreme specifications summary ........xvi Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-2 1.3.2...
  • Page 4 BIOS setup Managing and updating your BIOS ..........3-1 3.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............3-1 3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ........... 3-4 3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........3-5 BIOS setup program ..............3-6 3.2.1 BIOS menu screen ............3-7 3.2.2...
  • Page 5 Contents 3.3.8 PCIE Frequency [XXX] ..........3-11 3.3.9 DRAM Frequency [Auto] ..........3-11 3.3.10 UCLK Frequency [Auto] ..........3-11 3.3.11 QPI Link Data Rate [Auto] ..........3-11 3.3.12 DRAM Timing Control ........... 3-12 3.3.13 CPU Differential Amplitude [Auto] ......... 3-13 3.3.14 CPU Clock Skew [Auto] ..........3-14 3.3.15 IOH Clock Skew [Auto] ..........
  • Page 6 Boot Device Priority ............3-39 3.7.2 Boot Settings Configuration .......... 3-40 3.7.3 Security ................. 3-41 Tools menu ................. 3-43 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............3-43 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ............3-44 3.8.3 GO_Button File ............. 3-46 3.8.4 BIOS FlashBack ............3-47 Exit menu ..................
  • Page 7 Contents 4.3.1 Realtek HD Audio Manager ..........4-9 4.3.2 ASUS PC Probe II ............4-15 4.3.3 ASUS AI Suite ............... 4-21 4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert ............4-23 4.3.5 CPU Level Up ............... 4-24 4.3.6 TurboV EVO ..............4-24 4.3.7 ROG Connect ............... 4-26 RAID configurations ..............

  • Page 8: Notices

    Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 9 RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 10 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: •...

  • Page 11: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à...

  • Page 12: 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 13 Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

  • Page 14: About This Guide

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

  • Page 15: 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.

  • Page 16: Rampage Iii Extreme Specifications Summary

    CPUs. * Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® * Please refer to www.asus.com or user manual for the Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors List). Memory QVL(Qualified Vendors List). Expansion Slots 4 x PCIe2.0 x16 slots, support x16; x16/x16; x16/x8/x8...
  • Page 17 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Q-Fan Plus ROG BIOS Wallpaper ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-DIMM BIOS Features 16Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS...
  • Page 18 Rampage III Extreme specifications summary Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 7 x USB 2.0 ports (1 port also for ROG Connect) 1 x External SATA port...

  • Page 19: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    This chapter describes the motherboard features and the new technologies it supports. Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 20 Chapter summary Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-2 ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 21: Welcome

    Welcome! Thank you for buying an ROG Rampage III Extreme motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.

  • Page 22: Special Features

    Green ASUS This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.

  • Page 23: Rog Intelligent Performance & Overclocking Features

    POST code and hardware status readouts on your notebook, as well as make on-the-fly parameter adjustments at a purely hardware level. Diagram, power, reset button, flash BIOS through notebook. Refer to page 2-32 for details. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 24: Usb Bios Flashback

    USB BIOS FlashBack Refresh the BIOS can never be that easy USB BIOS Flashback must be the most convenient way to flash BIOS ever! It allows overclockers to try their BIOS with the simplist way one can imagine. No need to enter the BIOS or the operating system, just plug the thumb drive into the ROG Connect port &...

  • Page 25: Voltiminder Led

    In the pursuit of extreme performance, overvoltage adjustment is critical but risky. Acting as the "red zone" of a tachometer, the Voltiminder LED displays the voltage status for CPU, PCH, and Memory in a intuitive color-coded fashion. The voltiminder LED allows quick voltage monitoring for overclockers. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 26: Rog Unique Features

    This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate. 1.3.4 ASUS special features USB 3.0 Support 10X Faster Date Rates! Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8Gbps with USB 3.0—the latest connectivity standard.
  • Page 27 Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings Freely share and distribute favorite overclocking settings The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.
  • Page 28 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 29: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components. It Chapter 2: Hardware includes description of the jumpers and connectors on the motherboard. information...
  • Page 30 Expansion slots ................2-25 Jumper ..................2-29 RC Bluetooth card ..............2-31 I/O shield Installation ..............2-32 Connectors ................. 2-33 2.10 Starting up for the first time ............2-53 2.11 Turning off the computer ............2-54 ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 31: Before You Proceed

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 32: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs The motherboard comes with a set of LEDs that indicate the voltage conditions of CPU, memory, northbridge and southbridge. You may adjust the voltages in BIOS. There are also an LED for hard disk drive activity and an onboard switch for power status. For more information about voltage adjustment, refer to 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu.
  • Page 33 The LED does not light up when there is no hard disk drive connected to the motherboard or when the hard disk drive does not function. ROG Rampage III Extreme...
  • Page 34 BIOS LED 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. GO LED Blinking: Indicates that MemOK! is enabled before POST. Lighting: Indicates that the system loads the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in OS.
  • Page 35 When you turn on the ATX power supply, the Power LED flashes three times to indicate that the system is ready to boot. Wait till the flash stops before you press the power-on switch. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 36: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 37: Layout Contents

    Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-45 ROG connector (3-pin ROG) 2-41 Optional fan-thermal module connector (2-pin FAN1) 2-43 RC Bluetooth connector (12-1 pin RC_Bluetooth) 2-34 Refer to 2.9 Connectors for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 38: Placement Direction

    2.2.3 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it into the chassis in the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the image below. 2.2.4 Screw holes Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 39: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1366 socket.
  • Page 40 Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to a 135º angle. Load plate Lift the load plate with your thumb and forefinger to a 100º angle. Remove the PnP cap from the CPU socket. PnP cap 2-10 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 41 Material. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, ensure that you wash it off immediately and seek professional medical help. To prevent contaminating the Thermal Interface Material, DO NOT spread the Thermal Interface Material with your finger directly. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-11...

  • Page 42: Installing The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel LGA1366 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan ® assembly to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • When you buy a boxed Intel processor, the package includes the CPU fan ®...

  • Page 43: Uninstalling The Cpu Heatsink And Fan

    Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-13...

  • Page 44: System Memory

    System memory 2.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with six Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption.

  • Page 45: Memory Configurations

    To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.3 Extreme Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (6 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-15...
  • Page 46 Rampage III Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200MH�� capability 3-2200MHz capability -2200MHz capability Part No. Size Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 8-8-8-24 1.65 G.SKILL F3-17600CL9D-4GBTDS(XMP)
  • Page 47 Rampage III Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2000MH�� capability 3-2000MHz capability -2000MHz capability Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A2000C8(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 8-8-8-24 1.65 •...
  • Page 48 Rampage III Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-18��MH�� capability 3-1866MHz capability -1866MHz capability Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM CORSAIR TR3X6G1866C9DVer4.1(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) 9-9-9-24 1.65 G.SKILL...
  • Page 49 Rampage III Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1�00MH�� capability 3-1600MHz capability -1600MHz capability Part No. Size SS/DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 DIMM 6 DIMM A-DATA AD31600G001GMU 9-9-9-24 1.65~1.85 • A-DATA AX3U1600GB1G9-AG 2GB(2 x 1GB) 9-9-9-24 1.65~1.85...
  • Page 50 KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP) 12GB(3 x 4GB) 1.65 • • • • KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/12GX(XMP) 12GB(3 x 4GB) 1.65 • • • • KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 1.65 • • • KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 1.65 • • KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 1.65 •...

  • Page 51: Qualified Vendors Lists Ddr3-1333Mhz Capability

    Rampage III Extreme Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333MH�� capability 3-1333MHz capability -1333MHz capability Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket Brand support (Optional) 2 3 4 6 A-DATA AD3133301GOU A-DATA AD30908C8D-15IG • • • A-DATA AD31333002GOU...
  • Page 52 G.SKILL F3-10666CL9T-6GBNQ 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 • • • • GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA12N 9-9-9-24 • • • • GEIL GV34GB1333C7DC 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 7-7-7-24 • • • • Hynix HMT112U6BFR8C-H9 Hynix H5TQ1G83BFR • •...
  • Page 53 B1 and C1) and the black slot A2 as one set of Triple-channel memory configuration. • 6 DIMMs: Supports six (6) modules inserted into both the orange slots and the black slots as two set of Triple-channel memory configuration. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-23...

  • Page 54: Installing A Dimm

    2.4.3 Installing a DIMM Ensure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components. DIMM notch Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clip outward.

  • Page 55: Expansion Slots

    IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. Refer to the table on the next page for details. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-25...

  • Page 56: Interrupt Assignments

    2.5.3 Interrupt assignments Standard interrupt assignments Priority Standard function System Timer Keyboard Controller – Redirect to IRQ#9 Communications Port (COM1)* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* Reserved Reserved System CMOS/Real Time Clock IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* IRQ Holder for PCI Steering* Reserved Numeric Data Processor...

  • Page 57: Pci Slot

    PCI Express specifications. Refer to the figure below for the location of the slot. PCI Express x16_4 slot PCI slot PCI Express x16_3 slot PCI Express x4_1 slot PCI Express x16_2 slot PCI Express x16_1 slot ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-27...
  • Page 58 • Refer to the following configuration table for installation. PCIex16 Slot # Single SLI/CF 3 way Quad CFX SLI/CFX — — — — — — • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI mode. See page 2-46 for details. •...

  • Page 59: Jumper

    You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to CPU overclocking. With the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature, shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset CPU parameter settings to default values. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-29...
  • Page 60 LN2 Mode jumper (3-pin LN2) With LN2 mode activated, the ROG motherboard is optimized to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST at an extremely low temperature and help the system boot successfully. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 61: Rc Bluetooth Card

    RC Bluetooth card installation Locate the RC_Bluetooth connector on the motherboard. Orient the RC_Bluetooth card and firmly install it to the connector. The photos above are for reference only, the actual motherboard layout may differ by models. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-31...

  • Page 62: I/O Shield Installation

    I/O shield Installation Install the I/O shield to the chassis by snapping it in place from inside. Orient the motherboard and install it to the chassis. Ensure that the motherboard external ports fit the I/O openings. Be cautious when installing the motherboard. The I/O shield edge springs may damage the I/O ports.

  • Page 63: Connectors

    USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 ROG Connect port Clear CMOS switch Audio ports To use hot-plug, set the Controller Mode in the BIOS settings to [AHCI] mode. See section 3.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-33...

  • Page 64: Rog Connect Switch And Rc Bluetooth Switch

    Press the switch to start to connection. To use USB BIOS FlashBack: Download the latest BIOS from ASUS support website. Rename it R3E.ROM, save it to a USB flash drive and place it in the root directory. Connect the USB flash drive to the ROG Connect port.
  • Page 65 Refer to the Appendix for the qualified vendor list for the mobile phone before using the RC Bluetooth function. • The RC Bluetooth is designed for the following mobile phone operating systems. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest supported operating system list. Mobile phone OS Version Windows Mobile 6.5/ 6.1/ 6.0 Professional (at display resolution 480*800)

  • Page 66: Audio I/O Connections

    2.9.3 Audio I/O connections Audio 2, 4, �, or 8-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel 2-channel Light Line In Line In Line In Line In Blue Front Speaker Front Speaker Front Speaker Lime Line Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Center/...
  • Page 67 Connect to Stereo / 2.1-channel Speakers Connect to 4.1-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-37...
  • Page 68 Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 69: Internal Connectors

    Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows XP SP2 or later versions. ® When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the Configure SATA as in the BIOS to • [AHCI]. See section 3.4.5 Storage Configuration for details. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-39...
  • Page 70 Marvell Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA_6G_1/2 �red�) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • These connectors are set to Standard IDE mode by default. In Standard IDE mode, you can connect Serial ATA data hard disk drives to these connectors.
  • Page 71 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the USB cable to ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard. ROG connector (3-pin ROG) This connector is for the box (labeled as Republic of Gamers) on the heatpipe assembly.
  • Page 72 OC station connector (8-pin OC_Station) This connector is for ASUS OC Station connection only. Connect one end Connect one end of the supplied data cable to the GP connector on the OC Station and the other end to this connector and USB78 on the motherboard to enjoy easier overclocking.
  • Page 73 If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled OPT_FAN1/2/3 for better thermal environment. Option Fan-Thermal module connector (2-pin FAN1) This connector is for the supplied Fan-Thermal Module. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-43...
  • Page 74 10. Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3) These connectors are for temperature monitoring. Connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices which you want to monitor temperature. The optional fan1/2/3 can work with the temperature sensors for a better cooling effect.
  • Page 75 Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to �HD Audio�; if you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to �AC97�. By default, this connector is set to �HD Audio�. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-45...

  • Page 76: Atx Power Connectors

    Appendix for the certified 500W power supply or above. • 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. 2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 77 BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-47...
  • Page 78 16. ASUS Q-Connector (system panel) Use the ASUS Q-Connector to connect/disconnect the chassis front panel cables. To install the ASUS Q-Connector: Connect the front panel cables to the ASUS Q-Connector. Refer to the labels on the Q-Connector to know the detailed...

  • Page 79: Onboard Switches

    This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. Power-on switch Press the power-on switch to wake/power up the system. Reset switch Press the reset switch to reboot the system. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-49...
  • Page 80 GO button Press the GO button before POST to enable MemOK! or press it to quickly load the preset profile (GO_Button file) for temporary overclocking when in BIOS button The motherboard comes with two BIOS. Press the BIOS button to switch BIOS and load different BIOS settings.
  • Page 81 These slide switches allows you to enable and disable the corresponding PCIe x16 slots. When one of the installed PCIe x16 cards is out of order, you can use the slide switch to find out the faulty one without removing the cards. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-51...

  • Page 82: Probeit

    2.9.6 ProbeIt The ROG ProbeIt feature provides a nice touch for your convenient and accurate OC settings. No time wasted fumbling around on the complicated motherboard layout, the clearly marked area gives you easier access to the measure points when a multitester is employed for more accurate measurements during your busy overclocking work.

  • Page 83: 2.10 Starting Up For The First Time

    No VGA detected short beeps One continuous beep followed by four Hardware component failure short beeps At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. ROG Rampage III Extreme 2-53...

  • Page 84: 2.11 Turning Off The Computer

    2.11 Turning off the computer 2.11.1 Using the OS shut down function If you are using Windows Vista™/ Windows ® ® Click the Start button then select Shut Down. The power supply should turn off after Windows shuts down. ® If you are using Windows ®...

  • Page 85: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    This chapter tells how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. BIOS setup...
  • Page 86 Managing and updating your BIOS ..........3-1 BIOS setup program ..............3-6 Extreme Tweaker menu ............... 3-9 Main menu .................. 3-17 Advanced menu ................. 3-22 Power menu ................3-33 Boot menu .................. 3-39 Tools menu ................. 3-43 Exit menu ..................3-48 ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 87: Managing And Updating Your Bios

    ® ASUS EZ Flash 2 (Updates the BIOS using a floppy disk or USB flash disk.) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility: Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted.
  • Page 88 To update the BIOS through the Internet: desktop by clicking Start Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from the Select the ASUS FTP site nearest...
  • Page 89 To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: desktop by clicking Start Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows ® > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate > ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. Select Update BIOS from a file option from the drop-down menu, then click Next.

  • Page 90: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    3.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a DOS-based utility. The EZ Flash 2 utility is built in the BIOS chip so it is accessible by pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST).

  • Page 91: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    3.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file.

  • Page 92: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 93: Bios Menu Screen

    At the bottom right corner of a menu screen are the navigation keys for that particular menu. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Some of the navigation keys differ from one screen to another. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 94: Menu Items

    3.2.4 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Advanced, Power, Boot, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.

  • Page 95: Extreme Tweaker Menu

    --- Please key in numbers or select voltage!--- Extreme OV [Disabled] CPU Temperature: 53˚C/127˚F CPU Voltage Control [Absolute (VID)] CPU Voltage 1.230 [Auto] CPU PLL Voltage 1.812 [Auto] QPI Loadline Calibration [Auto] QPI/DRAM Core Voltage 1.151 [Auto] IOH/ICH Temperature: 47˚C/116.5˚F 61˚C/141.5˚F IOH Voltage 1.111 [Auto] IOH PCIE Voltage 1.508 [Auto] ICH Voltage 1.111 [Auto] ICH PCIE Voltage [Auto] ←→ Select Screen DRAM Bus Voltage 1.601 [Auto] ↑↓ Select Item DRAM REF Voltages +- Change Option F1 General Help ******** Spread Spectrum Control ******** F10 Save and Exit CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] ESC Exit PCIE Spread Spectrum [Auto] v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 96: Cpu Level Up [Auto]

    3.3.1 CPU Level Up �Auto� Allows you to select a CPU level, and the related parameters will be automatically adjusted according to the selected CPU level. If you want to manually configure the settings in detail, set Ai Overclock Tuner to [Manual] after selecting a CPU level. Configuration options: [Auto] [i3-530-2.93G] [i3-540-3.06G] [i5-650-3.2G] 3.3.2 Sync Mode �Enabled�...

  • Page 97: Cpu Turbo Power Limit [Disabled]

    Configuration options: [Auto] [1600MHz] [1733MHz] [1866MHz] [2000MHz] [2133MHz] [2266MHz] [2400MHz] [2533MHz] [2666MHz] [2800MHz] [2933MHz] [3066MHz] [3200MHz] [3333MHz] [3466MHz] 3.3.11 QPI Link Data Rate �Auto� Allows you to adjust the QPI link data rate. Configuration options: [Auto] [Slow Mode] [4800MT/s] [5866MT/s] [6400MT/s] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-11...

  • Page 98: Dram Timing Control

    3.3.12 DRAM Timing Control The configuration options for some of the following items vary depending on the depending on the DIMMs you install on the motherboard. 1st Information: The values vary depending on your settings of the following sub-items: CAS# Latency 7 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [3 DRAM Clock] [4 DRAM Clock] –...

  • Page 99: Cpu Differential Amplitude [Auto]

    Configuration options: [Auto] [2 DRAM Clock] – [9 DRAM Clock] WRITE to WRITE Delay(SR) 4 [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] [6 DRAM Clock] 3.3.13 CPU Differential Amplitude �Auto� Different AMP might enhance BCLK overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [700mV] [800mV] [900mV] [1000mV] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-13...

  • Page 100: Cpu Clock Skew [Auto]

    3.3.14 CPU Clock Skew �Auto� Adjusting this item may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability. You may need to adjust the IOH Clock Skew item at the same time. Configuration options: [Auto] [Normal] [Delay 100ps]–[Delay 1500ps] 3.3.15 IOH Clock Skew �Auto� Adjusting this item may help enhancing BCLK overclocking ability.

  • Page 101: Cpu Voltage [Auto]

    DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHA/B/C �Auto� Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B/C. The values range from -157.5mV to +200mV with a 12.5mV interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-15...

  • Page 102: Cpu Spread Spectrum [Auto]

    DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on CHA/B/C �Auto� Allows you to set the DRAM Control Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from -157.5mV to +200mV with a 12.5mV interval. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. 3.3.31 CPU Spread Spectrum �Auto� [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability.

  • Page 103: Main Menu

    Allows you to set the system time. 3.4.2 System Date �Day xx/xx/xxxx� Allows you to set the system date. 3.4.3 Language �English� Allows you to choose the BIOS language version from the options. Configuration options: [繁體中文] [簡体中文] [日本語] [Français] [Deutsch] [English] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-17...

  • Page 104: Sata 1-6

    3.4.4 SATA 1–6 While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of Serial ATA devices. There is a separate sub-menu for each SATA device. Select a device item then press <Enter> to display the SATA device information. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Main SATA 1 Select the type...
  • Page 105 32-bit double word transfer to the processor. This makes more efficient use of the PCI bus as fewer transactions are needed for the transfer of a particular amount of data. [Disabled] Disable this function. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-19...

  • Page 106: Storage Configuration

    3.4.5 Storage Configuration The items in this menu allow you to set or change the configurations for the SATA devices installed in the system. Select an item then press <Enter> if you want to configure the item. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Main Storage Configuration Options SATA Configuraton...

  • Page 107: Ahci Configuration

    This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Main BIOS Information Version : 0261 Build Date: 02/11/10 Processor Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU 930 @ 2.80GHz Speed : 2800MHz System Memory Usable Size : 1016MB ←→ Select Screen BIOS Status ↑↓ Select Item Now BIOS status : BIOS1 +- Change Field F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-21...

  • Page 108: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Extreme Tweaker Main Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Configure CPU. CPU Configuration Chipset Onboard Devices Configuration USB Configuration LED Control iROG Configuration ROG Connect ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 109 Only one thread per activated CPU core is enabled. Active Processor Cores �All� [All] Activate all CPU cores in the processor package. Activate only 1 CPU core in the processor package. Activate 2 CPU cores in the processor package. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-23...
  • Page 110 A20M �Disabled� [Enabled] Legacy OSes and APs may need this function enabled. [Disabled] Disables this function. Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Tech �Enabled� [Enabled] The CPU speed is controlled by the operating system. [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. Intel(R) Turbo Mode Tech �Enabled� [Enabled] Allows the processor cores to run faster than the marked frequency in specific condition.

  • Page 111: Chipset

    Version 0261 Advanced Advanced Chipset Settings WARNING: Setting wrong values in below sections may cause system to malfunction. Intel VT-d Configuration Intel VT-d Configuration Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Advanced Intel VT-d Configuration Intel Virtualization Technology for Intel VT-d [Disabled] Directed I/O. Intel VT-d [Disabled] Enables or disables the Intel Virtualization technology for directed I/O. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-25...

  • Page 112: Onboard Devices Configuration

    3.5.3 Onboard Devices Configuration Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Advanced Onboard Device Configuration Get your best overclocking record! Onboard Device [Standard] “Onboard Device” is to disable all the High Definition Audio [Enabled] unnecessary devices Front Panel Type [HD Audio] when you want to reach SPDIF OUT Mode Setting [SPDIF] your best overclocking JMicron 36x ATA Controller [IDE Mode] record. But it will Marvell LAN [Enabled] keep 1 lan port alive LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] to submit your score. Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled] Marvell 9123 Controller [IDE Mode] Onboard USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] High Definition Audio [Enabled]...
  • Page 113 Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. Onboard USB 3.0 Controller �Enabled� [Enabled] Enables the onboard USB 3.0 Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-27...

  • Page 114: Usb Configuration

    3.5.4 USB Configuration The items in this menu allows you to change the USB-related features. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the configuration options. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Advanced USB Configuration Options Module Version - 2.24.3-13.4 Disabled USB Devices Enabled: Enabled 2 Hubs USB Functions [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller [Enabled] USB 2.0 Controller Mode [HiSpeed]...

  • Page 115: Pcipnp

    When set to [Yes] and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating system configures the Plug and Play devices not required for boot. [No] When set to [No], BIOS configures all the devices in the system. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-29...

  • Page 116: Led Control

    3.5.6 LED Control The LED Control menu items allow you to change the advanced settings for the onboard LEDs. Take caution when changing the settings of the LED Control menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Advanced...

  • Page 117: Irog Configuration

    [Last State] Current Operation time: Total Operation time: ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. iROG Timer Keeper �Last State� Allows you to set the iROG Time Keeper operation mode. Configuration options: [Last State] [Disabled] [Enabled] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-31...

  • Page 118: Rog Connect

    3.5.8 ROG Connect Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Advanced Options ROG Connect [Enabled] RC Poster Mode [String] Enabled Disabled ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2009, American Megatrends, Inc. ROG Connect �Enabled� Allows you to enable or disable the ROG Connect function. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] RC Poster Mode �String� RC Poster describes what occurs during the POST.

  • Page 119: Power Menu

    ACPI 2.0 Support �Disabled� [Disabled] When set to [Disabled], the system will not add additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. [Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the system adds additional tables as per ACPI 2.0 specifications. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-33...

  • Page 120: Apm Configuration

    3.6.4 ACPI APIC Support �Enabled� Allows you to enable or disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC). [Disabled] When set to [Disabled], the system disable the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support in the Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC).
  • Page 121 Sets specific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. Sets specific keys on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the +5VSB lead. . ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-35...

  • Page 122: Hardware Monitor

    3.6.7 Hardware Monitor Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Advanced Hardware Monitor Voltage Monitor Voltage Monitor Temperature Monitor FAN Speed Monitor FAN Speed Control ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. Voltage Monitor CPU Voltage; CPU PLL Voltage; QPI/DRAM Voltage; IOH Voltage; IOH PCIE Voltage; ICH Voltage; DRAM Bus Voltage; 3.3V Voltage; 5V Voltage; 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators.

  • Page 123: Fan Speed Control

    Set to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. Chassis Q-Fan Control [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Chassis fan controller. [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-fan controller. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-fan controller. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-37...
  • Page 124 The Chassis Fan Profile item appears when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Function feature. Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard] to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature.

  • Page 125: Boot Menu

    These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system. Configuration options: [xxx Drive] [Disabled] ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-39...

  • Page 126: Boot Settings Configuration

    Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo3™ feature. AddOn ROM Display Mode �Force BIOS� Sets the display mode for option ROM. [Force BIOS] [Keep Current] .

  • Page 127: Security

    <Enter>. The message Password Uninstalled appears. If you forget your BIOS password, you can clear it by erasing the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM. See section 2.6 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-41...

  • Page 128: Change User Password

    After you have set a supervisor password, the other items appear to allow you to change other security settings. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Boot Security Settings <Enter> to change password. Supervisor Password :Installed <Enter> again to User Password :Installed disabled password. Change Supervisor Password User Access Level [Full Access] Change User Password Password Check [Setup] User Access Level �Full Access� This item allows you to select the access restriction to the Setup items.

  • Page 129: Tools Menu

    3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 130: Asus O.c. Profile

    3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Tools O.C. PROFILE Configuration Typing your profile name, [0-9][a-z][A-Z] O.C. Profile 1 Status : Not Installed are acceptable. O.C. Profile 2 Status : Not Installed O.C.
  • Page 131 DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. • Only the CMO file can be loaded. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-45...

  • Page 132: Go_Button File

    3.8.3 GO_Button File This menu allows you to set the GO_Button files, and load the desired GO_Button file. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Tools GO_Button File Save GO_Button File Current Settings BCLK Speed :133MHz PCIE Speed :100MHz CPU Voltage :1.230V CPU PLL Voltage :1.812V QPI/DRAM Voltage :1.151V IOH Voltage :1.111V IOH PCIE Voltage :1.508V ICH Voltage :1.111V DRAM Voltage :1.601V Frequency Controller [Disabled] ←→ Select Screen CPU Voltage [Auto] ↑↓ Select Item CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] +- Change Option QPI/DRAM Core Voltage...

  • Page 133: Bios Flashback

    3.8.4 BIOS FlashBack Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Tools Now BIOS status : BIOS1 BIOS2 Switch BIOS Boot from BIOS2 ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item +- Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.61 (C)Copyright 1985-2010, American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS2 Press <Enter> to change the BIOS ROM for booting. ROG Rampage III Extreme 3-47...

  • Page 134: Exit Menu

    Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal or failsafe default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Rampage III Extreme BIOS SETUP Version 0261 Main Extreme Tweaker Advanced Power Boot Tools Exit Exit system setup after Exit Options saving the changes. F10 key can be used for Exit & Save Changes this operation. Exit & Discard Changes Discard Changes Load Setup Defaults ←→ Select Screen...

  • Page 135: Chapter 4: Software Support

    This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. Software support...
  • Page 136 Chapter summary Installing an operating system ........... 4-1 Support DVD information ............4-1 Software information ..............4-9 RAID configurations ..............4-28 Creating a RAID driver disk ............4-33 ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 137: Installing An Operating System

    The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 138: Drivers Menu

    Installs the Marvell 9128 AHCI driver. USB 3.0 Driver Installs USB3.0 driver. ASUS TurboV EVO Installs ASUS TurboV, the advanced overclocking tool for extreme O.C. record. Browser Configuration Utility Installs the Browser Configuration utility. Bluetooth Driver Installs the Bluetooth driver.

  • Page 139: Utilities Menu

    The anti-virus application scans, identifies, and removes computer viruses. View the online help for detailed information. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

  • Page 140: Make Disk Menu

    4.2.4 Make disk menu The Make disk menu contains items to create the Intel and Marvell RAID driver disk. Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Allows you to create an Intel AHCI/RAID Driver disk. Marvell AHCI SATA Driver Allows you to create a Marvell AHCI SATA Driver disk. 4.2.5 Manual menu The Manuals menu contains a list of supplementary user manuals.

  • Page 141: Video Menu

    ROG users’ outstanding performances with ROG motherboards. 4.2.7 ASUS Contact information Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. You can also find this information on the inside front cover of this user guide. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 142: Other Information

    4.2.8 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the specified information. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the motherboard. Browse this DVD Displays the support DVD contents in graphical format.
  • Page 143 Filelist Displays the contents of the support DVD and a brief description of each in text format. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 144: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. ® ® Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double- click the folder of your selected software.

  • Page 145: Software Information

    HD Audio Manager. Manager Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows Vista™ ® Set default Minimize Exit button device button button Device advanced Configuration settings option tabs Connector settings Analog and digital Control connector settings status window Information button ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 146: Connector Settings

    Information Device advanced settings Click the Information button ( ) to Click Device advanced settings to display information about the audio show further settings for the playback driver version, DirectX version, audio and recording device. controller, audio codec, and language setting.
  • Page 147 Acoustic Echo Cancellation option button to reduce the echo from the front speakers when recording. Click the Default Format sub-tab for options on changing the default audio input format. Click OK to effect the Microphone settings and exit. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-11...

  • Page 148: Configuration Options

    Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Exit Configuration button options Minimize Control settings button window Information button Information Click the information button ( ) to display information about the audio driver version, DirectX version, audio controller, audio codec, and language setting.
  • Page 149 Click the drop-down menu to select the channel configuration. The control settings window displays the status of connected devices. Click for analog and digital options. Click OK to effect the Audio I/O settings and exit ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-13...
  • Page 150 Microphone To set the Microphone options Click the Microphone tab. Click the Noise Suppression option button to reduce the static background noise when recording. Click the Acoustic Echo Cancellation option button to reduce the echo from the front speakers when recording.

  • Page 151: Asus Pc Probe Ii

    To launch the PC Probe II from the Windows ® > ASUS > PC Probe II > PC Probe II v1.xx.xx. The PC Probe II main window appears. After launching the application, the PC Probe II icon appears in the Windows ®...
  • Page 152 Button Function Opens the Configuration window Opens the Report window Opens the Desktop Management Interface window Opens the Peripheral Component Interconnect window Opens the Windows Management Instrumentation window Opens the hard disk drive, memory, CPU usage window Shows/Hides the Preference section Minimizes the application Closes the application Sensor alert...
  • Page 153 Click to clicking the or buttons. You can increase also adjust the threshold values value using the Config window. Click to You cannot adjust the sensor decrease value threshold values in a small monitoring panel. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-17...
  • Page 154 Monitoring sensor alert The monitor panel turns red when a component value exceeds or is lower than the threshold value. Refer to the illustrations below. Small display Large display WMI browser Click to display the WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) browser. This browser displays various Windows®...
  • Page 155 Click a hard disk drive to display the information on the right panel. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available HDD space. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-19...
  • Page 156 Memory usage The Memory tab shows both used and available physical memory. The pie chart at the bottom of the window represents the used (blue) and the available physical memory. Configuring PC Probe II Click to view and adjust the sensor threshold values. The Config window has two tabs: Sensor/Threshold and Preference.

  • Page 157: Asus Ai Suite

    Start > All Programs > To launch AI Suite from the Windows ® ASUS > AI Suite > AI Suite v1.xx.xx. The AI Suite main window appears. After launching the application, the AI Suite icon appears in the Windows ®...
  • Page 158 Other feature buttons Click on right corner of the main window to open the monitor window. Displays the CPU/ system temperature, CPU/memory/PCIE voltage, and CPU/ chassis fan speed Displays the FSB/CPU frequency Click on right corner of the expanded window to switch the temperature from degrees Centigrade to degrees Fahrenheit.

  • Page 159: Asus Fan Xpert

    4.3.4 ASUS Fan Xpert Asus Fan Xpert allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures and your PC’s system loading. The various fan profiles offer flexible controls of fan speeds to achieve a quiet and cool system environment.

  • Page 160: Cpu Level Up

    If the TurboV EVO is correctly installed, you will find the TurboV EVO icon on the Windows notification area. Click on the icon to display the TurboV EVO control panel. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-24...

  • Page 161: Using Asus Turbov

    CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. For system stability, all changes made in ASUS TurboV will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts.

  • Page 162: Rog Connect

    4.3.7 ROG Connect ROG Connect allows you to monitor and adjust your system through your another PC or laptop. RC TweakIt To use RC TweaakIt: Connect the provided ROG Connect cable to your system and your another PC or laptop. Double-click the RC TweakIt shortcut on the desktop to activate the function.\ Use the sliders and buttons to monitor or adjust your system.
  • Page 163 ROG Connect cable. RC Diagram RC Diagram allows you to monitor and record your system status. RC BIOS FlashBack RC BIOS FlashBack allows you to switch the BIOS and update the latest BIOS. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-27...

  • Page 164: Raid Configurations

    RAID configurations The motherboard comes with the Intel P55 chipset that allows you to configure ® Serial ATA hard disk drives as RAID sets. The motherboard supports the following RAID configurations: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5. •...

  • Page 165: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    Turn on the system. During POST, press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager option ROM v8.9.0.1014 PCH-D wRAID5 Copyright(C) 2003-09 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID 2. Delete RAID Volume 4. Recovery Volume Options 5. Exit [ DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION ] RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Disks: Port Drive Model Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID) 0 ST3160812AS 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 1 ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 2 ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk 3 ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H 149.0GB Non-RAID Disk [↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-29...

  • Page 166: Creating A Raid Volume

    The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section 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.
  • Page 167 When the Create Volume item is selected, press <Enter>. The following warning message appears. 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. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-31...

  • Page 168: Deleting A Raid Set

    Deleting a RAID set Take caution 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>.

  • Page 169: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver to create an Intel RAID driver disk. ® Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-33...

  • Page 170: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® installation To install the RAID driver for Windows ® During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. Press <F6>, and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive.
  • Page 171 Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup.oem. Double-click the file. A window appears, allowing you to select the program for opening the oem file. Use Notepad to open the file. ROG Rampage III Extreme 4-35...
  • Page 172 Find the �HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_PCH� and �HardwareIds.scsi.iastor_8R9R10RDOPCH� sections in the txtsetup.oem file. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_PCH] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_3A22&CC_0106”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_8R9R10RDOPCH] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_3A22&CC_0106”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10.

  • Page 173: Chapter 5: Ati Crossfirex™ Technology Support

    This chapter describes how to install and configure ATI CrossFireX™ graphics ® cards. CrossFireX™ ® technology support...
  • Page 174 Chapter summary CrossFireX™ technology ............ 5-1 ® NVIDIA SLI™ technology ............5-5 ® ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 175: Ati ® Crossfirex™ Technology

    For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows Vista, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows Vista, select Uninstall. Turn off your computer. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 176: Installing Crossfirex Graphics Cards

    5.1.3 Installing CrossFireX graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.

  • Page 177: Installing The Device Drivers

    Windows notification area and select Cayalist Control Center. The Catalyst Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multi- graphics cards. Click Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. ROG Rampage III Extreme...
  • Page 178 Enabling CrossFireX settings In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. Select Enable CrossFireX. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window.

  • Page 179: Nvidia ® Sli™ Technology

    PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots. ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 180: Installing The Device Drivers

    Align and firmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is firmly in place. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. SLI bridge Goldfingers 5.2.3...
  • Page 181 B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize. B2. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. B3. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. ROG Rampage III Extreme...
  • Page 182 B4. Select the NVIDIA GeForce tab, and then click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel. B5. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Set SLI Configuration. Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content.

  • Page 183: Appendix: Reference Information

    This appendix includes additional information that you may refer to when configuring the motherboard. Reference information Appendix:...
  • Page 184 Chapter summary Debug code table .................A-1 Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) for BIOS FlashBack ....A-4 Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) for RC Bluetooth .......A-4 Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) for 500W Power Supply or above ..................A-5 ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 185: Debug Code Table

    4. Measure CPU speed. 5. Invoke video BIOS. VGA BIOS Initialize VGA BIOS 1. Initialize multi-language TESTVRAM 2. Put information on screen display, including BIOS logo, CPU type, CPU speed . RESET KB Reset keyboard. ROG Rampage III Extreme...
  • Page 186 Debug code table Code Description 8254TEST Test 8254 8259MSK1 Test 8259 interrupt mask bits for channel 1. 8259MSK2 Test 8259 interrupt mask bits for channel 2. 8259TEST Test 8259 functionality. COUNTMEM Calculate total memory by testing the last double word of each 64K page. 1.
  • Page 187 1. Build MP table 2. Build & update ESCD UPDT DMI 3. Set CMOS century to 20h or 19h 4. Load CMOS time into DOS timer tick 5. Build MSIRQ routing table. INT 19H Boot attempt (INT 19h) ROG Rampage III Extreme...

  • Page 188: Qualified Vendors Lists (Qvl) For Bios Flashback

    CMOS Transcend TS16GJFV60 CMOS 16GB iMate combo driver CMOS Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) for RC Bluetooth Brand Model Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 ASUS P835 Samsung I8000 Nokia Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Appendix: Reference information...

  • Page 189: Qualified Vendors Lists (Qvl) For 500W Power Supply Or Above

    Thermaltake W0132RE 3.5A Win7-64timate 1000W 80 PLUS Thermaltake W0171 3.5A Win7-64timate 1500W 80 PLUS Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Manufacturer ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C Country TAIWAN...
  • Page 190 Appendix: Reference information...

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