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Asus Maximus V Formula User Manual

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ASUS MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series
6-1
Chapter 6
Multiple GPU support
6
6.1 AMD
®
CrossFireX™ technology
The motherboard supports the AMD
®
CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install
multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in
this section.
6.1.1 Requirements
In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics
cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are AMD® certied.
Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX technology.
Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com).
Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power
required by your system. See Chapter 1 for details.
We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment.
Visit the AMD Game website (http://game.amd.com) for the latest certied graphics
card and the supported 3D application list.
6.1.2 Before you begin
For AMD CrossFireX to work properly, you have to uninstall all existing graphics card drivers
before installing AMD CrossFireX graphics cards to your system.
To uninstall existing graphics card drivers:
1. Close all current applications.
2. For Windows XP, go to
Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs.
For Windows 7, go to
Control Panel > Programs and Features.
3. Select your current graphics card driver/s.
4. For Windows XP, select
Add/Remove.
For Windows 7, select
Uninstall.
5. Turn off your computer.

Table of Contents

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Asus Maximus V Formula Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCNo
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1066, 1333, 1600, 1866, 2133, 2200, 2400, 2600, 2666, 2800 MHz
Supported memory module capacities1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB
System bus rate5 GT/s
Processor socketLGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7
Maximum number of SMP processors1
USB 2.0 connectors2
Number of SATA connectors10
Number of SATA III connectors6
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
I/O ports2x RCA 1x USB 2.0 2x 3.5mm 1x 2.5mm
Manageability featuresWfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE
HDMI version1.4a
Headphone outputs5
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Cooling typePassive
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetIntel Z77
PC health monitoringCPU, FAN, Temperature
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorExtended ATX
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA, SATA II, SATA III
Graphics cardHD Graphics
OpenGL version4.2
DirectX version11
Maximum resolution2560 x 1600 pixels
Parallel processing technology support2-Way CrossFireX, 2-Way SLI, 3-Way CrossFireX, LucidLogix Virtu
PCI Express x16 slots3
PCI Express slots version2.0, 3.0
PCI Express configurations1x16, 2x8
Cables includedSATA
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g
Bluetooth version4.0
Networking featuresGigabit LAN
Ethernet interface typeFast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeEFI AMI
ACPI version2.0a
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth257 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety

Precautions to prevent electrical shock hazards during system operation and maintenance.

Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe handling and operation of motherboard components and the system.

MAXIMUS V FORMULA Series Specifications Summary

CPU, Chipset, Memory, Expansion Slots

Details CPU socket, chipset, memory support, and expansion slots.

ROG ThunderFX Specifications Summary

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.1 Special Features

Highlights unique features and technologies of the motherboard.

1.2 Motherboard Overview

Provides a general overview of the motherboard's layout and components.

Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.1 Building Your PC System

Guides the initial steps of building a PC, including component installation.

2.2 BIOS Update Utility

Explains how to update the BIOS using the USB BIOS Flashback feature.

2.4 Starting Up for the First Time

Guides the initial system startup procedure and explains BIOS beep codes.

Chapter 3: BIOS Setup

3.2 BIOS Setup Program

Guides on how to enter and navigate the BIOS setup program.

3.3 Extreme Tweaker Menu

Details the menu for configuring overclocking-related items.

3.5 Advanced Menu

Allows changing settings for the CPU and other system devices.

3.10 Updating BIOS

Provides instructions and warnings for updating the motherboard BIOS.

Chapter 4: Software Support

4.3 Software Information

Overview of applications and utilities provided on the support DVD.

ASUS Update

Utility for managing, saving, and updating the motherboard BIOS in Windows.

Chapter 5: RAID Support

5.1 RAID Configurations

Details motherboard support for SATA RAID solutions.

Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM Utility

Details entering and using the Intel RAID utility.

5.2 Creating a RAID Driver Disk

Explains the requirement and process for creating a RAID driver disk.

Chapter 6: Multiple GPU Support

6.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ Technology

Guides installing and configuring AMD CrossFireX for multi-GPU setups.

6.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ Technology

Guides installing and configuring NVIDIA SLI for multi-GPU setups.

6.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP

Allows better graphics performance via GPU virtualization.

Chapter 7: Intel® Technologies

7.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop Responsiveness Technologies

Details Intel responsiveness technologies: Smart Response, Rapid Start, Smart Connect.

Intel® Smart Response Technology

Boosts system performance using SSD as a cache.

Intel® Rapid Start Technology

Allows quick computer resume from sleeping mode using SSD.

Chapter 8: ThunderFX

8.2 Connecting Your Devices

Guides connecting various devices to the ThunderFX.

8.4 ThunderFX Utility Introduction

Introduces the ThunderFX Audio utility and its functions.

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