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Asus Maximus IV GENE-Z/GEN3 Intel Z68 (Socket 1155) Motherboard
Core i7 / i5 / i3 Support, ATX, DDR3 (max 32GB), PCIe 3.0, 4 x USB3, 12 x USB2, 2 x SATA 6Gb/s, 4 x SATA 3Gb/s, 2 x eSATA, RAID, HDMI, SPDIF.
Order Code: ASU-M4GZG
Manf.Code: 90-MIBHL0-G0EAY00Z
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mATX gaming board with support for Lucid Virtu graphic technology
 | Designed for the Future, the Next Revolution in Performance.
The Republic of Gamers consists only the best of the best. We offer the best hardware engineering, the fastest performance, the most innovating ideas, and we welcome the best gamers to join in. In the Republic of Gamers, mercy rules are only for the weak, and bragging rights means everything. We believe in making statements and we excel in competitions. If your character matches our trait, then join the elite club, make your presence felt, in the Republic of Gamers. |
CPU, Chipset and Graphics Features
 | 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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Lucid Virtu Enjoy optimal onboard graphics and discrete GPU's performance by dynamic switching! Lucid 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. |
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SLI/CrossFireX On-Demand Why choose when you can have both? SLI or CrossFireX? Fret no longer because with the ROG Maximus IV Extreme-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. |
Memory Features
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Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of DDR3 2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance. |
Transfer Features
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SATA 6Gb/s Support Experience the future of storage! Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems. |
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USB 3.0 Support True USB 3.0 support! Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8Gbps with USB 3.0—the latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10X faster and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. |
Audio Features
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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 Extreme OC Features
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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! |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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, view your DRAM efficiency score, and upload and share your ranking online. |
ROG Rich Bundled
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3DMark Vantage Advanced Edition The gamers´ benchmark. 3DMarkVantage is the new industry standard PC gaming performance benchmark from Futuremark, newly designed for Windows Vista and DirectX10. It includes two new graphics tests, two new CPU tests, several new feature tests, and support for the latest hardware. 3DMark Vantage is based on a completely new rendering engine, developed specifically to take full advantage of DirectX10, the new graphics API from Microsoft. |
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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 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. |
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| 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 dual Intel Gigabit LAN solutions onboard, the ultimate network experience can therefore be delivered to its users like never before. |
General
| Part Number | 90-MIBHL0-G0EAY00Z |
| Model Number | Maximus IV GENE-Z/GEN3 |
| Form Factor | Micro ATX |
| Width | 24.4cm |
| Depth | 24.4m |
Processor Information
| Compatible Processors | Intel Core i7 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i3 |
| Socket Type | LGA 1155 |
Note: Please refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU Support List
Chipset
| Chipset Manufacturer | Intel |
| Chipset Type | Z68 Express |
Memory
| RAM Installed / Max Capacity | 0 MB / 32 GB Max |
| RAM Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM |
| Supported RAM Technology | Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM |
| Supported RAM Speeds | DDR3 2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz |
Expansion Slots
| Expansion Slots Total (Free) | 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8)
1 x PCIe 2.0 x4 |
VGA & Integrated Graphics Options
| Video Controller | N/A |
| Multi-GPU Support | Supports AMD CrossfireX Supports NVIDIA SLI Supports LucidLogix Virtu Technology |
Ports & Connectivity
External IO Panel (Back of Motherboard)
| Ports Present & Quantity | 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) |
Ports & Connectivity
Internal IO (Header pins on Motherboard - Inside Case)
| Ports Present & Quantity | 1 x USB 3.0 connector(s)
2 x USB 2.0 connector(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) |
Storage Interfaces & Controllers
| Intel Z68 Express Chipset | 2 x SATA 6Gb/s (RAID 0,1,5,10) 4 x SATA 3Gb/s (RAID 0,1,5,10) |
| JMicron JMB362 | 2 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s |
LAN & Networking
| Controller | Intel Gigabit LAN |
| Lan Speed | 10/100/1000 |
| Ports | 1 x LAN(RJ45) port |
Audio
| Controller/Codec/Information | SupremeFX X-Fi 2 built-in 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-Retasking 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 |
Features & Technologies
| Feature List | 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) 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 |
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