Asus Maximus IV Gene Z68 Motherboard

Product Specifications

ASUS MAXIMUS IV GENE-Z - INTEL Z68 CHIPSET - LGA 1155 FOR INTEL 2ND GENERATION CORE I7/CORE I5 AND CORE I3 PROCESSORS - SUPPORTS INTEL TURBO BOOST TECHNOLOGY 2.0 - ATX FORM FACTOR, 4X DDR3 (MAX 32GB 2200MHZ OC),2X PCIE 2.0X16 (X16 OR DUALX8), 1X PCIE 2.0X4, 2X SATA 6GB/S, 4X SATA 3GB/S (RAID 0,1,5,10), 4X USB 3.0, 12X USB 2.0, SPECIAL FEATURES: ASUS TURBOV EVO, ROG CONNECT,  10/100/1000GB LAN, BLUETOOTH V2.1+EDR, ALC 892 8-CHANNEL HIGH DEFINITION AUDIO CODEC, BACK PANEL: 1X PS/2 KB/M COMBO PORT, 1X HDMI, 2X ESATA 3GB/S, 1X RJ45, 2X USB 3.0, 8X USB 2.0, 1X OPTICAL S/PDIF OUT, 6X AUDIO JACKS

Product Range Features (Actual Product Features May Differ)

*  LGA1155 socket for 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3 Processors
*  Intel® Z68 Express Chipset
*  Dual DDR3 2200 (O.C.)
*  Mem TweakIt - Dynamic timing adjustments, DRAM efficiency gauge
*  ROG Connect with GPU TweakIt
*  SupremeFX X-Fi 2 Built-in
*  GameFirst / Intel Gb LAN

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CPU Feature

LGA1155 socket for 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3 Processors

This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™ i3/Core™ i5/Core™ i7 2nd generation processors in the LGA1155 package, with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support 2-channel (4 DIMM) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance. Intel® Core™ i3/Core™ i5/Core™ i7 2nd generation processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.

Chipset Features

Intel® Z68 Express Chipset

The Intel® Z68 Express Chipset is a single-chipset design to support socket 1155 Intel® second generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3 processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, Z68 chipset provides 2 SATA 6Gb/s and 4 SATA 3Gb/s ports for faster data retrieval at double the bandwidth of current bus systems. Moreover, Intel® Z68 Express Chipset also supports iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance.

Intel® Smart Response Technology

Faster Access, Bigger Storage

Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses an installed fast SSD (min 18.6GB available) as a cache for frequently accessed operations, speeding up hard drive/main memory interaction. Key benefits are expedited hard drive speeds, reduced load and wait times and maximized storage utilization. Power consumption also goes down by reducing unnecessary hard drive spin, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing.

* Support Intel® Smart Response Technology on 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family

Multi-GPU support

LucidLogix Virtu

Enjoy optimal onboard graphics and discrete GPU's performance by dynamic switching!
LucidLogix Virtu is the GPU virtualization software along with 2nd generation Intel® Core processor featuring like Intel Quick Sync to enable an all-inclusive media platform and discrete GPUs coming with high-end DirectX 11 3D, anti-aliasing and performance features to get the thrills in games. Ultimately, users can enjoy optimal simultaneous performance in 3D gaming and video functions like transcoding and HD playback without having to manually change settings between GPUs.

SLI/CrossFireX On-Demand

Why choose when you can have both?

SLI or CrossFireX? Fret no longer because with the ROG Maximus IV GENE-Z, you´ll be able to run both multi-GPU setups. The board features SLI/CrossFireX on Demand technology, supporting SLI or CrossFireX configuration. Whichever path you take, you can be assured of jaw-dropping graphics at a level previously unseen.

ROG Extreme OC Features

Extreme Engine Digi+

Powerful combination of analog and digital design elements

Extreme Engine Digi+ equipped with high performance digital VRM design can easily achieve the ultimate performance with adjustable CPU PWM frequency. It expedites heat dissipation and achieves better electric conduction keeping critical components reliable. Now you'll be able to push your spanking new Intel CPU to the limit, hitting benchmark scores that others only dream of. Extreme Engine Digi+ balances the need for voltage and the desire for rock solid performance to bring the ultimate user experience.

GameFirst

The speed you need to pwn

Low Internet latency allows you to frag more, and get fragged less. That's why ROG has introduced GameFirst, a feature that manages the flow of traffic according to your needs so that you can still listen to online music, download and upload files, and engage in Internet chats without sacrificing the low ping times you need to pwn your opponents.

ROG Connect

Plug and Overclock - Tweak it the hardcore way!

Monitor the status of your desktop PC and tweak its parameters in real-time via a notebook—just like a race car engineer—with ROG Connect. ROG Connect links your main system to a notebook through a USB cable, allowing you to view real-time POST code and hardware status readouts on your notebook, as well as make on-the-fly parameter adjustments at a purely hardware level.

BIOS Print

One click, easily share your BIOS settings

ROG offers a whole new EFI BIOS feature to handle the demands of an overclocking experience. Maximus IV Extreme features ROG BIOS Print which allows users to easily share their BIOS settings to others with the press of a button. The days of using a camera to take BIOS screenshot are over.

GPU.DIMM Post

Easily check the status of your graphics cards and memory in the BIOS!
Notice potential problems even before you enter the OS! Overclockers can save valuable minutes in detecting component failure under extreme conditions. With GPU.DIMM Post, quickly and easily check your graphics cards and memory DIMMs status in the BIOS, potentially keeping that record-breaking overclock!

CPU Level Up

A simple click for instant upgrade!

Ever wish that you could have a more expansive CPU? Upgrade your CPU at no additional cost with ROG's CPU Level Up! Simply pick the processor you wanted to OC to, and the motherboard will do the rest! See the new CPU speed and enjoy that performance instantly. Overclocking is never as easy as this.

Mem TweakIt

Dynamic timing adjustments, DRAM efficiency gauge

When changing DRAM settings in BIOS, it always takes time for the system to reboot. Worry no more! With Mem TweakIt, you can do DRAM tuning in real-time and view your DRAM efficiency score.

Sound with Clarity

SupremeFX X-Fi 2

Play with ultra-real cinematic in-game surround sound!

SupremeFX X-Fi 2 delivers incredible gaming audio experiences to ROG die hards. It features EAX 5.0 and OpenAL for ultra-real cinematic in-game audio. It even comes with THX TruStudio PRO branding, which makes games, music and movies sound way better! SupremeFX X-Fi 2 also implements gold-plated jacks and high quality capacitors to ensure high definition adventures in audio.

ROG Rich Bundled

ROG CPU-Z

Whole new design of CPU-Z

ROG CPU-Z is a customized ROG version authorized by CPUID. It has the same functionality and credibility as the original version, with a unique design. Use the whole new look of ROG CPU-Z to truly report your CPU related information and your uniqueness.

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus

The best protection from viruses and spyware

Kaspersky® Anti-Virus Personal offers premium antivirus protection for individual users and home offices. It is based on advanced antivirus technologies. The product incorporates the Kaspersky® Anti-Virus engine, which is renowned for malicious program detection rates that are among the industry´s highest.

Other Features

Intel Gigabit LAN

Experience the fast network connectivity!

The LAN solution from Intel has been long known to have a better throughput, lower CPU utilization as well as better stability. With the Intel Gigabit LAN solutions onboard, the ultimate network experience can therefore be delivered to its users like never before.

Product Range Specifications (Actual Product Specifications May Differ)

Specifications

CPU   

Intel® Socket 1155 for 2nd Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3 Processors
Supports Intel® 32 nm CPU
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
* The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list

Chipset   

Intel® Z68

Memory   

4 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR3 2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333 Hz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory

Dual Channel Memory Architecture

Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

* Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs.
* Refer to www.asus.com or user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
* Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default.

Graphic    Integrated Graphics Processor

VGA output support : HDMI port

- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz

Multi-GPU Support   

Supports NVIDIA® SLI™ Technology
Supports AMD CrossFireX™ Technology
Supports LucidLogix® Virtu™ Technology

Expansion Slots   

2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x4

Storage    Intel® Z68 chipset :

2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), red
4 x SATA 3Gb/s port(s), gray

Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10

Support

Intel® Smart Response Technology on 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family
JMicron® JMB362 controller : *1
2 x eSATA 3Gb/s port(s), red

LAN   

Intel®, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)

Audio   

SupremeFX X-Fi 2 built-in 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC

- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking

Audio Feature :

- X-Fi® Xtreme Fidelity™
- EAX® Advanced™ HD 5.0
- THX® TruStudio PRO™
- Creative ALchemy
- Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel

USB Ports   

ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller :

4 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)

Intel® Z68 chipset :

12 x USB 2.0 port(s) (8 at back panel, black, 4 at mid-board)

Overclocking Features   

ROG Connect

Extreme Engine Digi+ :

- 8 -phase CPU power design + 4 -phase iGPU power design
- 2 -phase Memory power design

Mem TweakIt

ROG Extreme OC kit :

- Debug LED

ProbeIt

UEFI BIOS features :

- ROG BIOS Print
- GPU.DIMM Post

GameFirst

iROG
Extreme Tweaker
Loadline Calibration

Overclocking Protection :

- COP EX (Component Overheat Protection - EX)
- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)

Special Features   

ASUS TurboV EVO :

- CPU Level Up

ASUS Exclusive Features :

- MemOK!
- Onboard Button : Power/Reset/Clr CMOS (at back IO)

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :

- ASUS Fan Xpert

ASUS EZ DIY :

- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS O.C. Profile
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
- ASUS MyLogo 2

ASUS Q-Design :

- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector

Back I/O Ports   

1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x HDMI
2 x eSATA 3Gb/s
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
2 x USB 3.0
8 x USB 2.0 (white port can be switched to ROG Connect)
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
6 x Audio jack(s)
1 x Clear CMOS button(s)

Internal I/O Ports   

1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s)
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
4 x SATA 3Gb/s connector(s)
2 x CPU Fan connector(s)
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x System panel(s)
6 x ProbeIt Measurement Points
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Reset button(s)
1 x ROG Connect switch(es)
1 x Go Button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)

Accessories   

User's manual
I/O Shield
2 x SATA 3Gb/s cable(s)
1 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x SLI bridge(s)
1 x Q-connector(s) (2 in 1)
1 x ROG Connect cable(s)
1 x Cable ties pack(s)
1 x ROG theme label(s)
1 x 12 in 1 ROG Cable Label(s)

BIOS   

64Mb Flash ROM, EFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS

Manageability   

WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE

Support Disc   

Support DVD:

- Drivers and applications

* ASUS AI Suite II
* ROG CPU-Z
* ROG GameFirst Utility
* Sound Blaster X-Fi MB2 Utility
* ROG Mem TweakIt Utility
* ASUS AI Charger+
* DAEMON Tools Pro Standard
* Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 1-year license

Form Factor   

uATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )

Note    *1: These SATA ports are for data hard drivers only. ATAPI devices are not supported.