Asus Blitz Formula User manual

Motherboard
Blitz
Formula

ii
E3151
First Edition V1
June 2007
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Contents
Contents ...................................................................................................... iii
Notices........................................................................................................ vii
Safety information .................................................................................... viii
About this guide ......................................................................................... ix
Blitz Formula specications summary..................................................... xi
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features............................................................................ 1-2
1.3.1 Product highlights ........................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features... 1-4
1.3.2 ROG unique features ...................................................... 1-6
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.1 Before you proceed ..................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Motherboard overview................................................................. 2-5
2.2.1 Placement direction ........................................................ 2-5
2.2.2 Screw holes .................................................................... 2-5
2.2.3 Motherboard layout ......................................................... 2-6
2.2.4 Audio card layout ............................................................ 2-6
2.2.5 Layout contents............................................................... 2-7
2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ................................................... 2-9
2.3.1 Installing the CPU ......................................................... 2-10
2.3.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan.............................. 2-12
2.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan ......................... 2-14
2.3.4 Installing the optional fans ............................................ 2-16
2.4 System memory ......................................................................... 2-18
2.4.1 Overview ....................................................................... 2-18
2.4.2 Memory congurations.................................................. 2-19
2.4.3 Installing a DIMM .......................................................... 2-23
2.4.4 Removing a DIMM ........................................................ 2-23
2.5 Expansion slots.......................................................................... 2-24
2.5.1 Installing an expansion card ......................................... 2-24
2.5.2 Conguring an expansion card ..................................... 2-24
2.5.3 Interrupt assignments ................................................... 2-25

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2.5.4 PCI slots........................................................................ 2-26
2.5.5 PCI Express x1 slots..................................................... 2-26
2.5.6 PCI Express x16 slots................................................... 2-26
2.6 Jumper ........................................................................................ 2-27
2.7 Audio card, I/O shield, and LCD Poster installation ............... 2-28
2.7.1 Audio card Installation................................................... 2-28
2.7.2 I/O shield and LCD Poster Installation .......................... 2-29
2.8 Connectors ................................................................................. 2-30
2.8.1 Rear panel connectors.................................................. 2-30
2.8.2 Internal connectors ....................................................... 2-32
2.8.3 Onboard switches ......................................................... 2-41
2.8.4 Installing the DIY Pedestal............................................ 2-42
Chapter 3: Powering up
3.1 Starting up for the rst time........................................................ 3-1
3.2 Turning off the computer............................................................. 3-2
3.2.1 Using the OS shut down function.................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Using the dual function power switch.............................. 3-2
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
4.1 Managing and updating your BIOS ............................................ 4-1
4.1.1 ASUS Update utility ........................................................ 4-1
4.1.2 Creating a bootable oppy disk....................................... 4-4
4.1.3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility................................................... 4-5
4.1.4 AFUDOS utility................................................................ 4-6
4.1.5 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ...................................... 4-8
4.2 BIOS setup program .................................................................... 4-9
4.2.1 BIOS menu screen........................................................ 4-10
4.2.2 Menu bar....................................................................... 4-10
4.2.3 Navigation keys............................................................. 4-10
4.2.4 Menu items ....................................................................4-11
4.2.5 Sub-menu items.............................................................4-11
4.2.6 Conguration elds ........................................................4-11
4.2.7 Pop-up window ..............................................................4-11
4.2.8 Scroll bar........................................................................4-11
4.2.9 General help ..................................................................4-11

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4.3 Main menu .................................................................................. 4-12
4.3.1 System Time ................................................................. 4-12
4.3.2 System Date ................................................................. 4-12
4.3.3 Legacy Diskette A ......................................................... 4-12
4.3.4 Language ...................................................................... 4-12
4.3.5 SATA 1-6..........................................................................................4-13
4.3.6 SATA Conguration ....................................................... 4-14
4.3.7 AHCI Conguration ....................................................... 4-15
4.3.8 System Information ....................................................... 4-16
4.4 Extreme Tweaker menu ............................................................. 4-17
4.4.1 Congure System Frequency/Voltage .......................... 4-17
4.5 Advanced menu ......................................................................... 4-22
4.5.1 AI Net 2 ......................................................................... 4-23
4.5.2 USB Conguration ........................................................ 4-23
4.5.3 CPU Conguration ........................................................ 4-25
4.5.4 Chipset.......................................................................... 4-26
4.5.5 OnBoard Devices Conguration ................................... 4-27
4.5.6 PCI PnP ........................................................................ 4-28
4.6 Power menu................................................................................ 4-29
4.6.1 Suspend Mode.............................................................. 4-29
4.6.2 Repost Video on S3 Resume........................................ 4-29
4.6.3 ACPI Version................................................................. 4-29
4.6.4 ACPI APIC Support....................................................... 4-29
4.6.5 APM Conguration........................................................ 4-30
4.6.6 Hardware Monitor ......................................................... 4-31
4.7 Boot menu .................................................................................. 4-35
4.7.1 Boot Device Priority ...................................................... 4-35
4.7.2 Boot Settings Conguration .......................................... 4-36
4.7.3 Security ......................................................................... 4-37
4.8 Tools menu ................................................................................. 4-39
4.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2.......................................................... 4-39
4.8.2 ASUS O.C. Prole......................................................... 4-40
4.9 Exit menu.................................................................................... 4-41
Chapter 5: Software support
5.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 5-1

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5.2 Support DVD information ............................................................ 5-1
5.2.1 Running the support DVD ............................................... 5-1
5.2.2 Drivers menu................................................................... 5-2
5.2.3 Utilities menu .................................................................. 5-3
5.2.4 Make Disk menu ............................................................. 5-5
5.2.5 Manuals menu ................................................................ 5-6
5.2.6 ASUS Contact information .............................................. 5-6
5.2.7 Other information ............................................................ 5-7
5.3 Software information ................................................................... 5-9
5.3.1 ASUS MyLogo3™............................................................ 5-9
5.3.2 AI NET2 .........................................................................5-11
5.3.3 SoundMAX® High Denition Audio utility....................... 5-12
5.3.4 ASUS PC Probe II......................................................... 5-17
5.3.5 ASUS AI Suite............................................................... 5-23
5.3.6 ASUS AI N.O.S. ............................................................ 5-25
5.3.7 ASUS AI Gear 2 ............................................................ 5-26
5.3.8 ASUS AI Nap ................................................................ 5-27
5.3.9 ASUS AI Booster........................................................... 5-28
5.3.10 ASUS Q-Fan 2 .............................................................. 5-29
5.4 RAID congurations .................................................................. 5-30
5.4.1 RAID denitions ............................................................ 5-30
5.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks ..................................... 5-31
5.4.3 Intel® RAID congurations............................................. 5-31
5.5 Creating a RAID driver disk....................................................... 5-39
5.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS.... 5-39
5.5.2 Creating a RAID/SATA driver disk in Windows®............ 5-39
Appendix: CPU features
A.1 Intel®EM64T..................................................................................A-1
A.2 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep®Technology (EIST) ........................A-1
A.2.1 System requirements ......................................................A-1
A.2.2 Using the EIST................................................................A-2
A.3 Intel®Hyper-Threading Technology ...........................................A-3
A.4 Debug Code Table........................................................................A-4

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the
power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are
connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system
before you add a device.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure
that all power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension cord.
These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area.
If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using,
contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a
qualied service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all
the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the
power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer
immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in
any area where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical
and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local
regulations for disposal of electronic products.

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring
the motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new
technology it supports.
• Chapter 2: Hardware information
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform
when installing system components. It includes description of the switches,
jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
• Chapter 3: Powering up
This chapter describes the power up sequence and ways of shutting down
the system.
• Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup
menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
• Chapter 5: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the
motherboard package and the software.
• Appendix: CPU features
The Appendix describes the CPU features and technologies that the
motherboard supports as well as the debug code table for the LCD Poster.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and
software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.

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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the
Enter or Return key.
<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the
key names are linked with a plus sign (+).
Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>
Command Means that you must type the command exactly as
shown, then supply the required item or value enclosed
in brackets.
Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:
afudos /i[lename]
afudos /iBlitz Formula.ROM
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.

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Blitz Formula specications summary
CPU LGA775 socket for Intel®Core™2 Quad /
Core™2 Extreme / Core™2 Duo / Pentium®Extreme /
Pentium®D / Pentium®4 / Celeron®D Processors
Compatible with Intel®05B/05A/06 processors
* Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list
Chipset Intel®P35 / ICH9R with Intel®Fast Memory Access
Technology
System Bus 1333/1066/800 MHz
Memory Dual-channel memory architecture
- 4 x 240-pin DIMM sockets support unbuffered
non-ECC DDR2 1066*/800/667MHz memory
modules
- Supports up to 8 GB system memory
* The chipset ofcially supports the memory frequency up
to DDR2 800MHz. Tuned by the ASUS Super Memspeed
Technology, this motherboard natively supports up to
DDR2 1066MHz.
Refer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the
Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors Lists).
Expansion Slots 2 x PCIe x16 slots (support dual graphics solution)
3 x PCIe x1 (PCIEx1_1 is compatible with the audio slot.)
2 x PCI 2.2 slots
CrossFire™ Technology Supports AMD CrossFire™ graphics cards (both at x8
mode)
Storage Southbridge
- 6 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports
- Intel®Matrix Storage Technology supports RAID 0,
1, 5, 10, and JBOD.
JMicron®JMB368 PATA controller
- 1 x UltraDMA 133/100/66 for up to 2 PATA devices
LAN Dual Gigabit LAN controllers, both featuring AI NET 2
High Denition Audio SupremeFX II Audio Card
- ADI 1988B 8-channel High Denition Audio CODEC
- Noise Filter
Coaxial / Optical S/PDIF Out ports at back I/O
IEEE 1394 VIA 6308P 1394a controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a
ports (one at midboard; one at back panel)
USB 12 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back
panel)
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Blitz Formula specications summary
ROG Exclusive
Overclocking features
Crosslink technology
Extreme Tweaker
Loadline Calibration
Intelligent overclocking tools:
- AI NOS™ (Non-delay Overclocking System)
- AI Overclocking (intelligent CPU frequency tuner)
- AI Booster Utility
- O.C. Prole
Overclocking protection:
- COP EX (Component Overheat Protection -EX)
- Voltiminder LED
- ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)
ROG Special Features Fusion Block System
LCD Poster
Onboard Switches: Power / Reset / Clr CMOS
Q-Connector
Q-Fan 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS MyLogo3™
Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 Keyboard (purple)
1 x S/PDIF Out (Coaxial + Optical)
1 x IEEE1394a port
2 x LAN (RJ45) ports
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x Clr CMOS switch
Internal I/O Connectors 3 x USB connectors support additional 6 USB ports
1 x Floppy disk drive connector
1 x IDE connector for two devices
6 x SATA connectors
8 x Fan connectors (1 x CPU / 1 x Power / 4 x Chassis /
2 x Optional)
2 x Thermal sensor connectors
1 x IEEE1394a connector
1 x S/PDIF Out connector
1 x Chassis Intrusion connector
24-pin ATX Power connector
8-pin ATX 12V Power connector
1 x En/Dis-able Clr CMOS
1 x LCD Poster connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x Power-on switch
1 x Reset switch
BIOS Features 16 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0,
SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 2.0a Multi-Language BIOS
Manageability WOL by PME, Chassis Intrusion, PXE
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Blitz Formula specications summary
Accessories ASUS Optional Fan
DIY Pedestal
3 in 1 ASUS Q-connector kit
UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
Floppy disk drive cable
Serial ATA cables
Serial ATA power cables
2-port USB2.0 + IEEE 1394a module
I/O Shield
Cable ties
User's manual
Software The hottest 3D game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.
Blitz Formula Support DVD:
Drivers
ASUS PC Probe II
ASUS Update
ASUS AI Suite
Futuremark®3DMark®06 Advanced Edition
Kaspersky®Anti-virus software
Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12”x 9.6” (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
*Specications are subject to change without notice.

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1
Product
introduction
This chapter describes the motherboard
features and the new technologies
it supports.

ROG Blitz Formula
Chapter summary 1
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Special features............................................................................ 1-2

ROG Blitz Formula 1-1
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for buying an ASUS® Blitz Formula motherboard!
The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it
another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards!
Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the
items in your package with the list below.
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
1.2 Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard ROG Blitz Formula
I/O module USB 2.0 + IEEE 1394a module
Cables Ultra DMA 133/100/66 cable
Floppy disk drive cable
Serial ATA cables
Serial ATA power cables
Accessories I/O shield
ASUS Optional Fan
Fusion Block System Accessory
LCD Poster
DIY Pedestal
3-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit
Cable ties
Application DVD/CD ROG motherboard support DVD
The hottest game: S.T.A.L.K.E.R.
Documentation User guide

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product highlights
Republic of Gamers
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.
Intel® Quad-core Processor ready
This motherboard supports the latest Intel®Quad-core processors in the LGA775
package and Intel’s next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. It is excellent for
multi-tasking, multi-media and enthusiastic gamers with 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB.
Intel®Quad-core processor is one of the most powerful CPU in the world. See
page 2-9 for details.
Intel®Core™2 Duo/ Intel®Core™2 Extreme CPU support
This motherboard supports the latest Intel®Core™2 processor in the LGA775
package and Intel’s next-generation 45nm multi-core processors. With the new
Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB, the
Intel® Core™2 is one of the most powerful and energy efcient CPUs in the world.
See page 2-9 for details.
Intel P35 Chipset
The Intel®P35 Express Chipset is the latest chipset designed to support the
next generation 45nm CPU and up to 8GB of dual-channel DDR2 800/677 MHz
memory architecture. It also supports 1333/1066/800 FSB (Front Side Bus), PCI
Express x16 graphics and multi-core CPUs.
Native DDR2 1066 memory support
To attain top performance, ASUS engineers have successfully unleashed the
true potential of DDR2 memory. While in DDR2 1066 mode, ASUS’s exclusive
technology offers a choice of FSB 1333, providing great performance for 3D
graphics and other memory demanding applications. See page 2-19 for details.

ROG Blitz Formula 1-3
DDR2 memory support
The motherboard supports DDR2 memory that features data transfer rates of
800/667 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics,
multimedia, and Internet applications. The dual-channel DDR2 architecture
doubles the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance,
eliminating bottlenecks with peak bandwidths of up to 12.8 GB/s. Furthermore, this
motherboard does not restrict the memory size across two channels. Users may
install different memory size DIMMs into the two channels and enjoy dual-channel
and single-channel functions at the same time. This new feature optimizes the use
of available memory size. See page 2-19 for details.
ASUS Super Memspeed Technology
To attain top performance, ASUS has managed to break through current FSB
and DRAM ratio proportions by utilizing Super Memspeed Technology–the latest
technology that provides even more precise overclocking options to unleash the
true potential of DDR2 memory. The DDR2 Mode maximizes system performance
by eliminating the bottleneck when overclocking both the CPU and memory–
providing great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding
applications. See page 2-19 for details.
Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s technology
This motherboard supports the next-generation hard drives based on the Serial
ATA (SATA) 3Gb/s storage specication, delivering enhanced scalability and
doubling the bus bandwidth for high-speed data retrieval and saves. See page
2-33 for details.
Dual Gigabit LAN
The integrated dual Gigabit LAN design allows a PC to serve as a network
gateway for managing trafc between two separate networks. This capability
ensures rapid transfer of data from WAN to LAN without any added arbitration or
latency. See page 2-30 for details.
IEEE 1394a support
The IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video
appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals
& other PC portable devices. See pages 2-31 and 2-35 for details.

1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Green ASUS
This motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union’s Restriction
on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision
of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products/packaging to safeguard
consumers’ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
1.3.2 ROG Intelligent Performance & Overclocking features
Crosslinx
Crosslinx is a unique technology utilizing a dedicated special graphics controller
to optimize PCIe allocation with dual x8 lanes. Such architecture eliminates the x4
bottleneck found on competing x16, x4 solutions. Hence, the Crosslinx is able to
provide faster graphics performance.
Fusion Block System
Building on the ROG unique heatpipe, the Fusion Block System (FBS) provides
dual paths to cool down the motherboard. Users will be able to connect the FBS
with the watercooling circuit.
Component Overheat Protection -EX (COP EX)
When the temperature of Northbridge and Southbridge reaches the limit of
specications, the motherboard will automatically shut down to protect NB and SB
from burning.
2-Phase DDR2
With the embedded 2-Phase DDR2, this motherboard allows users to reach higher
memory frequencies and enjoy better performance. Compared with only one phase
solutions, this motherboard ensures longer power component lifespans and higher
overclockability due to cooler temperatures and better efciency.
Voltiminder LED
The voltage warning LED uses green, yellow, and red light on the motherboard to
highlight the voltage status of each respecitve component (CPU, memory, NB, SB).
See pages 2-1 and 2-2 for details.