Characteristics of the motherboard asus maximus 4 extreme. Review and testing of the ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z motherboard. ⇡ Packaging and accessories
The release of the Ivy Bridge platform is expected in the very near future, but we decided to return to the topic of high-end motherboards based on the Z68 chipset. ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z can be called an updated version of the well-known and popular motherboard Maximus IV Extreme. Being a top board for Socket 1155, this model combines excellent overclocking capabilities with multi-GPU support. And the built-in set of functions for this model in the ASUS “Republic of Gamers” line didn’t disappoint either. The addition of "-Z" in the name Maximus IV Extreme-Z hints at the updated version of the model with the Z68 chipset, which is the main difference from the Maximus Extreme IV, which used the P67 chipset. Of course, we will take a closer look to see whether ASUS additional changes to the already very decent Maximus Extreme IV motherboard.
At first glance, it becomes clear that ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z is aimed at high-end systems. The motherboard provides four PCIe x16 slots, which are connected to the built-in NF200 switch, and three slots can operate at very high speed. And the layout of the slots is such that it’s still unreasonable to install more than three cards, so Maximus IV Extreme-Z is aimed specifically at such builds. Like its predecessor, the Extreme-Z is an E-ATX form factor that, at 26.9 cm, is approximately 2.5 cm wider than the standard format ATX.
The price of Maximus IV Extreme-Z is high, like the previous model - approximately 300 euros in Europe or 11,600 rubles. in Russia . In terms of price, the motherboard also clearly belongs to the high-end segment.
Maximus IV Extreme-Z is equipped powerful stabilizer voltage, as well as a universal UEFI BIOS. Among other things, you will get ten USB 3.0 interfaces and four SATA port 6 Gbps. By appearance and design we get a typical product from the ASUS ROG line with black and red colors.
Technical specifications are given below:
| Manufacturer and model | ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z |
|---|---|
| Retail price | About 300€ in Europe About 11,600 rubles. in Russia |
| Manufacturer's page | ASUS in Russia |
| Functions north bridge/CPU | |
| Chipset | Intel Z68 Express |
| Memory and type | 4x DDR3 (two channels) |
| Memory | Max. 32 GB (via 8 GB DIMM) |
| SLI/CrossFire | CrossFireX, SLI (2-Way, 3-Way) |
| Integrated Features | |
| PCI Express | 4x PCIe 2.0 x16 (x16/-/-/-, x8/-/x8/-, x8/x16/-/x16) 1x PCIe 2.0 x4 1x PCIe 2.0 x1 |
| PCI | - |
| Serial-ATA, SAS and ATA Controller | 2x SATA 6G and 4x SATA 3G with support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 from Intel Z68 chipset, 2x SATA 6G from Marvell 9182 controller (PCIe) 2x eSATA 3G from JMicron JMB362 (PCIe) controller |
| USB | 1x USB 2.0 (+8 via pigtails) 10x USB 3.0 via 2x Renesas controllers (NEC) (2x "native" via controller 1, 8x via VLI Speed Hub on controller 2, of which +2 on the "pigtail") |
| Connecting displays | - |
| WLAN/Bluetooth | Bluetooth V2.1 EDR |
| Firewire | - |
| LAN | 2x Intel Gigabit Ethernet(82579V, 82583V) |
| Sound | Realtek ALC889 Audio Codec (with Content Protection Support) analog, digital and optical ports |
| Special Features | Extended ATX format (30.5 cm x 26.9 cm) NF200 PCIe Switch, PLX PEX8608 PCIe Switch |
The packaging of ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z is relatively modest; only the stickers speak of its powerful contents. On the other hand, the design is typical for ROG products.
The ASUS Maximus IV Extreme-Z package includes the following components:
- Eight SATA data cables
- I/O panel blank
- User manual, CD with drivers and utilities
- SLI bridges, including 3 Way SLI
- "Pigtail" with two USB ports 2.0
- Bluetooth module
- ASUS Q-Connector
- ProbeIt Adapters for Multimeter Probes
- 3 cables with temperature sensors
- USB cable for connecting ROG Connect
The Maximus IV Extreme-Z package is quite extensive; in the box you will find a large number of accessories. In addition to the CrossFire bridge, you will also find two suitable SLI bridges.
Below we will look at the board itself.
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| Class: | AB |
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6. It is advisable to take very expensive devices (20,000 rubles and more) when you are going to participate in competitions on the quality of car sound, when you have expensive car speakers, etc. For normal listening, an amplifier for 5,000-10,000 rubles (for a four-channel model) is quite sufficient.
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14. For the presence of all kinds of additional adjustments special attention You shouldn’t turn it around, except when you need to make a channel or install a car amplifier on a car subwoofer. In the latter case, a filter is needed low frequencies, but, as a rule, it is found in any amplifiers.
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Form:
. Material - high modulus graphite IMSE
. Super-fast - fast (Ex-Fast Action)
. Number of sections - 2
. Design - plug-in reinforced, reinforced (WXW-X)
Passing rings:
. Kigan Zirconia
. Anti-twisting Tip
. Tangle Free ring frame design
. Lightweight, on one support
. Arrangement of rings using the 3D Guide System
Lever:
. Ergonomic design, lightweight spaced design
. EVA (neoprene)
Reel seat:
. FUJI
. Warm Reel Seat, ergonomic design
. Reel seat design that increases sensitivity (Super Sensitive System)
Accessories:
. Wire loop for attaching a Kigan hook
The top motherboard for the new Socket 1155 platform is Gigabyte P67A-UD7. Now it’s the turn of a similarly positioned ASUS product – Maximus IV Extreme, which became the first model on Intel chipset P67 in the Republic of Gamers series.
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Specifications
Technical ASUS specifications Maximus IV Extreme are listed in the table:
| Supported processors | Intel Core i7/i5/i3 in LGA1155 design Full list of supported processors: on the manufacturer's website |
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| System bus | DMI, 5000 MHz | ||||||||
| Chipset | Intel P67 PCH (Cougar Point) | ||||||||
| Supported Memory | 4 240-pin DDR3 DIMM slots supporting dual-channel mode Supported frequencies: 1066/1333/1600/1866(OC)/2133(OC)/2200(OC) Maximum volume: 32 GB List of modules tested for compatibility: on the manufacturer’s website |
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| Multi-GPU support | Supports NVIDIA SLI and ATI CrossFireX (up to three video cards) | ||||||||
| SATA/eSATA support | 4 SATA 3 Gb/s ports (connectors 3 to 6) – Intel ICH10R 2 SATA 6 Gb/s ports (connectors 1 and 2) – Intel ICH10R 2 SATA 6 Gb/s ports (connectors E1 and E2) – Marvell 88SE9128 2 eSATA ports on the rear panel – JMicron JMB362 |
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| IDE support | Absent | ||||||||
| RAID support | RAID 0/1/5/10 (slots 1 to 6) – Intel ICH10R RAID 0/1 (connectors E1 and E2) – Marvell 88SE9128 |
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| Net | 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports – Intel 82579V and Intel 82583V | ||||||||
| Audio | 7.1 channel HD audio codec Realtek ALC889 | ||||||||
| Bluetooth | V2.0/V2.1+EDR (also used for RC Bluetooth) | ||||||||
| USB 2.0 | 1 USB port 2.0 on the back (also used for ROG Connect) – Intel P67 PCH 8 internal USB 2.0 ports – Intel P67 PCH |
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| USB 3.0 | 2 USB 3.0 ports on the rear panel – NEC uPD720200 8 USB 3.0 ports (6 rear and 2 internal) – NEC uPD720200 + 2x VIA VL810 USB 3.0 hubs |
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| IEEE 1394 | Absent | ||||||||
| System monitoring | Nuvoton NCT6776F | ||||||||
| Motherboard power | ATX 24-pin, 1x 8-pin EPS12V, 2x 4-pin Molex | ||||||||
| Rear Panel Connectors | | Internal connectors | Proprietary technologies | Dimensions, mm | 305 x 269 |
Form factor | Extended ATX (EATX) |
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