Asus ROG Front Base User manual

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ROG Front Base
User Manual
E8699
First Edition
December 2013
Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
All Rights Reserved
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Contents
Specications summary ...................................................................... 3
Overview................................................................................................4
Hardware Overview............................................................................5
Installing the ROG Front Base ............................................................ 7
Installing the driver ............................................................................. 10
The ROG Front Base LCD panel ........................................................ 12
Using the ROG Front Base ................................................................. 13
Overclocking with the CPU Level Up OC button ...............................13
Adjusting system fan’s duty cycle......................................................14
Using the Escape mode button ........................................................15
Activating the USB Charger mode ...................................................15
Selecting an audio equalization mode...............................................16
Adjusting the system volume ............................................................16
Understanding the Debug mode .......................................................16
Appendix ..............................................................................................17
Contact Info..........................................................................................18

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Specications summary
Display
4-inch LCD
I/O Ports
1 x USB 2.0 port
1 x Headphone out port
1 x Microphone in port
1 x SATA power connector
1 x 18-1 pin ROG_EXT connector
1 x AAFP connector
Power Voltage : +12 V, +5 V, +5 VSB
Power consumption : 3 A
Dimensions 148.5 mm x 85 mm x 62 mm
Installation
requirements
2 x 5.25-inch drive bays required for installation
1 x SATA power cable from system power supply
Compatibility
ROG Maximus VI series, Rampage IV Black
Edition, and other motherboards with ROG_EXT
port
• Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the
latest motherboard support and compatibility lists.
• Visit the ASUS Support site at
http://support.asus.com to check and download the
latest ROG Front Base rmware.
• Update the motherboard BIOS to the latest version
for better compatibility with your ROG Front Base.
Operating Systems
Supported
Windows®7, Windows®8, and Windows®8.1
CPU / Chassis Fan
Support
4-pin PWM fan
3-pin DC fan
ROG Unique
Features
Easy EQ-switch, CPU Level Up, Escape mode,
USB Charger mode, and fan controls and system
monitoring

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Overview
The ASUS ROG Front Base is a stylish 2-bay front casing accessory that let you
perform overclocking on the y, control the duty cycle settings of installed system
fans, and monitor your system’s status on its bright 4-inch LCD display.
It also features an Escape mode button that instantly hide the gaming screen, mute
the volume, and return to the desktop. It comes with ve audio equalization (EQ)
mode and a USB 2.0 port that can charge your smart devices even when your PC is
powered off.
This compact and versatile device also has a debug mode that conveniently displays
the status of your system on the device’s LCD during the boot-up process.

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Hardware Overview
Front view
Headphone out
port
Supports headphones and speakers.
Microphone in
port
Connects to a microphone.
LCD panel Displays the system time, CPU speed,
temperature of motherboard and CPU, system
fan duty cycles, audio EQ modes, and the
current mode or status of the device.
USB 2.0 port Charges your smart device when in soft-off
mode. Functions as a normal USB 2.0 port
when system is on.
Escape mode
button
Hides the current screen, mute the sound, and
display the desktop.
CPU Level Up
OC button
Performs overclocking.
LCD panel power
button
Turns the LCD panel display of the ROG Front
Base on/off.
Selection knob Rotates to go to the desired item or adjust the
values. Conrms changes or selection when
pressed.

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Rear view
SATA power
connector
Connects to a SATA power cable from the Power
supply for additional power source.
ROG_EXT
connector
Connects with the motherboard’s ROG_EXT
connector.
AAFP connector Connects with the motherboard’s Front panel audio
connector (AAFP) for high-denition audio support.
IMPORTANT! Allot two (2) empty 5.25-inch drive bays for ROG Front Base
installation.

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Installing the ROG Front Base
To install the ROG Front Base:
1. Connect the ROG_EXT cable and the AAFP cable to their respective
connectors on the ROG Front Base.
2. Insert the other end of the ROG_EXT cable and the AAFP cable through the
two empty 5.25-inch drive trays.
ROG_EXT cable AAFP cable
IMPORTANT! Allot two (2) empty 5.25-inch drive bays for ROG Front Base
installation.
two (2) empty 5.25-inch drive bays

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3. Align and place the ROG Front Base with its connected cable to the two (2)
empty 5.25-inch drive bays.
5. Connect the other end of the ROG_EXT cable and the AAFP cable to their
respective connectors on the motherboard.
AAFP
AAFP
ROG_EXT
ROG_EXT
NOTE: Ensure that the screw holes on the ROG Front Base matches the screw
holes on the PC chassis.
4. Secure the ROG Front Base to the PC chassis using the bundled set of
screws.

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7. Turn on the computer.
6. Connect a SATA power cable from the power supply and to the SATA power
connector on the ROG Front Base.
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Installing the driver
The support DVD that comes with your ROG Front Base contains drivers to ensure
compatibility between the ROG Front Base device and the motherboard.
To install the ROG Front Base driver:
1. Place the support DVD into the optical drive.
NOTES:
• The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without
notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest updates.
• Update your motherboard to the latest BIOS. Refer to your motherboard
manual on how to update your BIOS.
2. Browse the content then double-click or tap Setup.exe.
3. From the ASUS InstAll window, click the Drivers tab then click ASUS InstAll.
NOTE: If you are running Windows®8 or Windows®8.1, launch the Desktop.