MAXIMUS V GENE

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    Micro ATX Z77 gaming board powered up with exclusive audio/network features

    • LGA1155 socket for 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor-based platform and 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors
    • Intel® Z77 Express Chipset
    • SupremeFX III - Supreme Sound
    • GameFirst / Intel Gb LAN – Frag Without Lag
    • mPCIe Combo – Give Your PC A Power Up!
    • NIVIDIA® SLI™ / AMD CrossFireX™ Technology Support
    • LucidLogix Virtu MVP - Up to 60% Hybrid Graphics Boost
    • Windows 8 Ready – Assured Compatibility
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    Windows 8 Exclusive Features

    Fast Boot

    Instant OS Login
    ASUS has released new hardware and software designs to shorten system boot-up time to 2-seconds* for a smoother user experience that removes annoying delays under Windows 8, and even previous versions of Windows. Faster system boot and restart means Windows starts quicker and higher efficiency - No more waiting around.

    Windows 8 Experience
    ASUS Boot Setting

    Multi-startup Options
    Thanks to ASUS Windows 8 hardware optimization, ASUS Boot Setting provides better flexibility in customizing your PCs startup process. You can enter the BIOS directly with one click through a user-friendly interface, and quickly select your preferred system boot up method: either get to the OS in seconds or opt for regular boot up. Whatever your choice, settings are saved and persistent, with no need to choose every time you power on.

    ROG Gaming Features

    SupremeFX III

    Supreme Sound
    The SupremeFX III™ onboard audio solution is an 8-channel HD audio equipped with a carefully selected 1500uF capacitor which provides clean, ripple-free audio power and – perfect for enveloping gaming environments. With a metallic EMI cover and special layout design on the PCB, advanced SupremeFX Shielding™ technology isolates analog audio signals from digital sources for exceptional clarity and high fidelity, while a gold-plated jack ensures rich notes reach your ears with minimal distortion.

    A bounty of industry standards are supported, including EAX® 5.0 Advanced HD, Creative® ALchemy and THX® TruStudio™ PRO, so the same great audio experiences found in live performances, films and recording studios are reproduced faithfully right on the PC. When bundled with the Sound Blaster® X-Fi MB2 suite, the SupremeFX III™ is the perfect choice to provide an exceptional gaming experience with realistic sound effects.

    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.

    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.

    ROG Exclusive Features

    mPCIe Combo

    Give Your PC A Power Up!
    Hook up immediate extra connectivity to your mATX board and say so long to physical limitations. The special adapter comes with one mini PCI Express 2.0/USB 2.0 combo port, and one mini SATA port. This way, you can connect extra devices without taking up valuable space inside the case, and get the best of both worlds: a compact PC with bigger expandability. Various devices can now connect instantly with no physical hassles.

    Extreme Engine Digi+ II

    Optimum power efficiency with premium components and intelligent digital design
    The Extreme Engine Digi+ II has been upgraded and equipped with the finest Japan-made 10K Black Metallic capacitors, while the digital VRM design allows you to achieve ultimate performance with adjustable CPU and memory power management frequencies. Precise adjustments create greater efficiency, stability, double lifespan and performance for total system control.

    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.

    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.

    Multi-GPU Technology

    LucidLogix Virtu MVP

    Up to 60% Hybrid Graphics Boost and 3X Faster Video Conversion
    LucidLogix Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology boosts your discrete graphics card up to 60% beyond its original performance through the test of 3DMark Vantage. Designed for Intel® processor graphics and Windows® 7 PCs, it perfectly combines the performance of discrete graphics cards with fast computing iGPU. Also with the newly designed Virtual Sync, users can enjoy a smoother gaming experience by eliminating tearing artifacts. LucidLogix Virtu MVP could also dynamically assign tasks to the best available graphics resource, based on power, performance and system load. This allows users to fully utilize 3x faster video conversion with Intel® Quick Sync Video 2.0 technology while retaining high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance, provided by both NVIDIA® and AMD graphic cards. When the discrete graphics card is not required, power consumption goes automatically down to near zero, making the system more environmentally-friendly. For users searching for perfection, LucidLogix Virtu MVP provides great graphical performance and the best flexibility and efficiency.

    * LucidLogix® Virtu Universal MVP™ supports Windows® 7 operating system.
    ** Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family.
    *** System Config: OS: Windows 7 64bit SP1 | MB: P8Z77-V DELUXE | CPU: CPU-1155-QB15-2700K-3.5G-Sandy BRIDGE100-8M |DIMM: DDR3 G.SKILL 17000CL9Q-16GBZH 4GB * 4 | Lucidvirtu MVP version: V2.1.110.19997 | On-board Intel VGA Driver version: V8.15.10.2598 | ASUS GTX580 Driver version: V8.17.12.8562

    SLI/CrossFire On-Demand

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

    CPU Feature

    LGA1155 Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7/ Core™ i5/ Core™ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors Ready

    This motherboard supports LGA1155 socket for 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor-based platform and 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors in the LGA1155 package, with iGPU, memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel (4 DIMM) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance. LGA1155 socket for 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor-based platform and 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processorsare among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world

    Chipset Features

    PCI Express® 3.0

    PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the latest PCI Express bus standard with improved encoding schemes that provide twice the performance of current PCIe 2.0. Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of PCIe 2.0 (in x16 mode). As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users unprecedented data speeds, combined with the convenience and seamless transition offered by complete backward compatibility with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. PCIe 3.0 will become a must-have feature for users who wish to improve and optimize graphic performance, as well as have the latest technology available to them.
    * Actual PCIe speed depends on installed CPU type.

    Intel® Z77 Chipset

    The Intel® Z77 Express Chipset is a single-chipset design to support LGA1155 socket for 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor-based platform and 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, Z77 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Moreover, Intel® Z77 Express Chipset can also enable iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel® integrated graphic performance.

    Rich Software 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.
    > Upgrade free to Kaspersky® Anti-Virus 2013 for Windows 8 (full version)

    DAEMON Tools Pro Standard

    The real tool for optical and virtual discs
    DAEMON Tools Pro offers essential functionality to backup CD, DVD and Blu-ray discs. It converts optical media into virtual discs and emulates devices to work with the virtual copies. DAEMON Tools Pro organizes data, music, video and photo collections on a PC, notebook or netbook.

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    • CPU
      Intel® Socket 1155 for 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors
      Supports Intel® 22 nm CPU
      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® Z77
    • Memory
      4 x DIMM, Max. 32GB, DDR3 2800(O.C.)/2666(O.C.)/2600(O.C.)/2400(O.C.)/2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz 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).
    • Graphic
      Integrated Graphics Processor
      Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DisplayPort ports
      - Supports HDMI with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
      - Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz
      Supports Intel® HD Graphics, InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™
    • Multi-GPU Support
      Supports NVIDIA® SLI™ Technology
      Supports AMD CrossFireX™ Technology
      Supports LucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP Technology *1
    • Expansion Slots
      2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8, red) *2
      1 x PCIe 2.0 x4 (black)
      1 x mini-PCIe 2.0 x1 *3
    • Storage
      Intel® Z77 chipset : *4
      2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), red
      2 x SATA 3Gb/s port(s), black
      1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port(s), red
      1 x mini-SATA 3Gb/s port(s), black
      Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
      Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology *5
      ASMedia® PCIe SATA controller : *6
      2 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), red
    • LAN
      Intel®, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
    • Audio
      SupremeFX III built-in 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
      - Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 110 dB
      - Output THD+N at 1kHz: 95 dB
      - Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
      Audio Feature :
      - SupremeFX Shielding™ Technology
      - 1500 uF Audio Power Capacitor
      - Gold-plated jacks
      - 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
      Intel® Z77 chipset :
      4 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)
      Intel® Z77 chipset :
      8 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, black+white, 4 at mid-board)
      ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller :
      2 x USB 3.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue)
    • Overclocking Features
      mPCIe Combo™ (mPCIe/mSATA combo card)
      ROG Connect :
      - RC Diagram
      - RC Remote
      - RC Poster
      - GPU TweakIt
      Extreme Engine Digi+ II :
      - 8 -phase CPU power design + 4 -phase iGPU power design
      - 2 -phase QPI/DRAM power design
      ProbeIt
      UEFI BIOS features :
      - ROG BIOS Print
      - GPU.DIMM Post
      GameFirst
      iROG
      Extreme Tweaker
      Loadline Calibration
      USB BIOS Flashback
      Overclocking Protection :
      - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
    • Special Features
      ASUS Hybrid Processor - TurboV EVO :
      - CPU Level Up
      ASUS EPU :
      - EPU
      ASUS Exclusive Features :
      - AI Suite II
      - Ai Charger+
      - USB 3.0 Boost
      - Disk Unlocker
      ASUS EZ DIY :
      - ASUS O.C. Profile
      - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
      - ASUS EZ Flash 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 DisplayPort
      1 x HDMI
      1 x eSATA 3Gb/s
      1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
      4 x USB 3.0
      4 x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to ROG Connect)
      1 x Optical S/PDIF out
      6 x Audio jack(s)
      1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
      1 x ROG Connect On/ Off switch(es)
    • 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)
      4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
      2 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)
      8 x ProbeIt Measurement Points
      1 x Power-on button(s)
      1 x Reset button(s)
      1 x Go Button(s)
      1 x mPCIe Combo header(s)
    • Accessories
      User's manual
      I/O Shield
      2 x SATA 3Gb/s cable(s)
      4 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 12 in 1 ROG Cable Label(s)
      1 x ROG Door Hanger(s)
    • BIOS
      64Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS
    • Manageability
      WfM2.0, DMI2.0, WOL by PME, PXE
    • Support Disc
      Drivers
      Sound Blaster® X-Fi 2 Utility
      Kaspersky® Anti-Virus
      DAEMON Tools Pro Standard
      ROG CPU-Z
      ASUS AI Suite II
      ASUS WebStorage
      ASUS Utilities
    • Form Factor
      uATX Form Factor
      9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm )
    • Note
      *1: LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows 7 operating systems.
      *2: PCIe3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ Processors.
      *3: The mPCIe 2.0 x1 slot is located on mPCIe Combo™ expansion card.
      *4: The mSATA 3Gb/s slot is located on mPCIe Combo™ expansion card.
      *5: Supports on Intel® Core™ processor family with Windows® 7 operating systems.
      *6: These SATA ports are for data hard drives only.
      *7: Due to Intel® chipset limitation, P8Z77, P8H77 and P8B75 series motherboards do not support Windows® Vista operating system.