Next up we have Asus' flagship motherboard in the R.O.G. (Republic of Gamers) series of products, the Maximus Extreme. Although the Maximus Extreme is based on the X38-chipset, it supports front side bus speeds up to 1600MHz and DDR3 speeds up to 1800MHz, just like the X48. Through BIOS tuning and selective binning of the chipsets, Asus' Maximus Extreme offers an essentially identical feature set to the X48, as you can see below.
Asus Maximus Extreme Packaging
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| Asus Maximus Extreme |
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CPU
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LGA775 socket for Intel Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Duo / Pentium Extreme / Pentium D / Pentium 4 Processors
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Support Intel next generation 45nm Multi-Core CPU
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Compatible with Intel 06/05B/05A processors
Chipset
Front Side Bus
Memory
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Dual channel memory architecture
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4 x DIMM, max. 8GB, 1800(O.C)/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066, Non-ECC, un-buffered memory
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Support Intel XMP Technology
Expansion Slots
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3 x PCIe x16 slot, support dual PCIe2.0 x16 or 1x PCIe2.0 x16, dual x8 speed (CrossFire)
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2 x PCIe x1, PCIex1_1 (black) is compatible with audio slot
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2 x PCI 2.2
Storage
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Southbridge
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JMicron JMB363 PATA and SATA controller
Audio
IEEE 1394
USB
Overclocking Features
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Fusion Block System
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Crosslinx Technology
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Extreme Tweaker
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Loadline Calibration
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2-Phase DDR3
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Intelligent overclocking tools:
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Overclocking Protection:
LAN
Special Features
Back Panel I/O
Internal I/O Connectors
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3 x USB 2.0 connectors supports additional 6 USB 2.0 ports
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1 x Floppy disk drive connector
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1 x IDE connector for two devices
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6 x SATA connectors
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8 x Fan connectors: 1 x CPU / 1 x PWR / 3 x Chassis / 3 x Optional
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3 x thermal sensor connectors
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1 x IEEE1394a connector
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1 x S/PDIF output connector
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1 x Chassis Intrusion connector
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24-pin ATX Power connector
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8-pin ATX 12V Power connector
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1 x En/Dis-able Clr CMOS
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1 x EL I/O Shield Connector
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System panel connector
BIOS
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16Mb AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI2.0a Multi-Language BIOS
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Manageability WOL by PME, WOR by PME, Chasis Intrusion, PXE
Accessories
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Fusion Block System Accessory
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DIY Pedestal
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ASUS Optional Fan
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3 in 1 ASUS Q-Connector Kit
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UltraDMA 133/100/66 cable
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Floppy disk drive cable
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SATA cables
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SATA power cables
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2-port USB2.0 module+IEEE1394a module
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EL I/O Shield
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Thermal sensor cables
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Cable Ties
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User's manual
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.
Support DVD
Form Factor
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Lke the P5E3 Premium, the X38-based Maximus Extreme ships with a wide array of bundled goodies. Along with the board itself Asus throws in six SATA cables, a single SATA power adapter, floppy and IDE cables, and a case bracket with additional USB and Firewire ports. In addition to these items, we also found an electro-luminescent custom, I/O shield, three thermal probes, a pack of foam stand-offs, a baggie with wire ties, another baggie with fittings and clamps for all types of liquid-cooling systems, a user’s manual, a pack of Q-Connectors, a couple of optional fans that can be mounted to the board’s cooling apparatus, and a driver and utility DVD complete with copies of Asus' PC Probe II and AI Suite, 3DMark06, and KAV (among other things). Asus also includes a SupremeFX II audio riser card which is powered by an ADI 1988B 8-Channel HD audio CODEC, an "LCD Poster", and a copy of the excellent game S.T.A.L.K.E.R.
The LCD Poster is an interesting addition to the bundle. While it doesn't do anything extraordinary in comparison to most other LCD POST code error reporters, it is far more convenient to use. The Asus LCD Poster is unique in that it connects to the board via a long cable and can be placed right on a desktop. There is no need to bend down and peer into a system to read the LEDs mounted on the PCB itself – with the Maximus Extreme, the error codes are clearly visible right on the LCD’s screen, wherever a user decides to mount it. |
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