Mainboard ASUS ROG MAXIMUS IX FORMULA

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• CPU
  Intel® Socket 1151 for 7th/6th Generation Core™ i7/Core™ i5/Core™ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors
  Supports Intel® 14 nm CPU
  Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
  * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
  * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list
• Chipset
  Intel® Z270
• Memory
  4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666(O.C.)/2400(O.C.)/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *
  Dual Channel Memory Architecture
  Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
  * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. 
  * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
• Graphic
  Integrated Graphics Processor
  Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DisplayPort 1.2 ports
  - Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz
  - Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz
  Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB
• Multi-GPU Support
  Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI™ Technology
  Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™ Technology
• Expansion Slots
  2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8, gray)
  1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x4 mode, black) *1
  3 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1
• Storage
  Intel® Z270 Chipset :
  1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)*2
  1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only)*3
  6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
  Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
  Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology*4
  Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports
  Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready *5
• LAN
  Intel® I219V
  Anti-surge LANGuard
  ROG GameFirst Technology
• Wireless Data Network
  Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
  Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz
  Supports MU-MIMO
• Bluetooth
  Bluetooth V4.1*6
• Audio
  ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC S1220
  - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
  - Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
  - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input
  - SupremeFX Shielding Technology
  - ESS® ES9023P
  - Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback *7
  Audio Feature :
  - Gold-plated jacks
  - Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
  - Sonic Radar III
  - Sonic Studio III
• USB Ports
  ASMedia® USB 3.1 controller :
  1 x USB 3.1 front panel connector port(s)
  ASMedia® USB 3.1 controller :
  2 x USB 3.1 port(s) (2 at back panel, )
  Intel® Z270 Chipset :
  6 x USB 3.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 2 at mid-board)
  Intel® Z270 Chipset : *8
  6 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, , 2 at mid-board)
• ROG Exclusive Features
  CrossChill EK II
  ROG Armor (including top cover and SECC steel backplate)
  Clear CMOS button
  ROG RAMCache II
  ROG CloneDrive
  Pre-mounted I/O Shield
  MemOK! Button
  ReTry Button
  Safe Boot Button
  Start Button
  Reset Button
  LN2 Mode
  GameFirst IV
  ROG Aura
  - Aura Lighting Control
  - Aura RGB Strip Headers
  Extreme Engine Digi+ :
  - MicroFine Alloy Chokes
  - NexFET™ Power Block MOSFET
  - 10K Black Metallic Capacitors
  KeyBot II
  - X.M.P.
  - ClrCMOS
  - Power On
  UEFI BIOS features :
  - O.C. Profile
  - Tweakers' Paradise
  - ROG SSD Secure Erase
  - Graphic Card Information Preview
  ROG RAMDisk
  Extreme Tweaker
  BIOS Flashback
• Special Features
  ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5 :
  - 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Expert 4, and Turbo App
  ASUS Exclusive Features :
  - MemOK!
  - AI Suite 3
  - Ai Charger
  ASUS EZ DIY :
  - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
  - ASUS EZ Flash 3
  - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
  ASUS Q-Design :
  - ASUS Q-Code
  - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
  - ASUS Q-Slot
  - ASUS Q-DIMM
  - ASUS Q-Connector
  Overclocking Protection :
  - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
• Back I/O Ports
  1 x DisplayPort
  1 x HDMI
  1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
  1 x USB 3.1 (red)Type-A
  1 x USB 3.1 (black)Type-C
  4 x USB 3.0 (blue)
  4 x USB 2.0
  1 x Optical S/PDIF out
  5 x Audio jack(s)
  1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
  2 x Wi-Fi antenna port(s)
  1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button(s)
• Internal I/O Ports
  2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers
  1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s)
  1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s)
  1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA mode & X4 PCIE mode)
  1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only)
  1 x TPM connector(s)
  6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
  1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
  1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
  3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (3 x 4 -pin)
  1 x H_AMP fan connector
  1 x W_PUMP+ connector (1 x 4 -pin)
  1 x AIO_PUMP connector (1 x 4 -pin)
  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) (Q-Connector)
  1 x MemOK! button(s)
  1 x Slow Mode switch(es)
  1 x Reset button(s)
  1 x LN2 Mode jumper(s)
  1 x ROG extension (ROG_EXT) header(s)
  1 x Safe Boot button
  1 x ReTry button
  1 x EXT_Fan header
  1 x W_IN header
  1 x W_OUT header
  1 x W_FLOW header
  1 x Thermal sensor connector
  1 x Start button
  1 x USB 3.1 front panel connector
• Accessories
  User's manual
  3 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
  1 x M.2 Screw Package
  1 x CPU installation tool
  1 x Supporting DVD
  1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)
  1 x SLI HB BRIDGE(2-WAY-M)
  1 x ROG big sticker
  1 x Q-Connector
  1 x 10-in-1 ROG cable label
  1 x M.2 bracket
  1 x Extension Cable for RGB strips (80 cm)
  1 x ROG coasters
• BIOS
  1 x 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information.
• Manageability
  WfM2.0, DMI3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
• Support Disc
  Drivers
  ROG GameFirst IV*
  ROG RAMDisk
  ROG RAMCache II
  ROG CPU-Z
  ROG Mem TweakIt
  Overwolf
  ROG Keybot II
  CloneDrive
  Kaspersky® Anti-Virus
  DAEMON Tools Software
  ASUS WebStorage
  Sonic Studio III
  Sonic Radar III
  RAMDisk
  Aura
  WinZip
  ASUS Utilities
  * ROG GameFirst IV is only available for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit
• Operating System
  Windows® 10 64-bit
  Windows® 8.1 64-bit *9
  Windows® 7 32-bit *9
  Windows® 7 64-bit *9
• Form Factor
  ATX Form Factor
  12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )
• Note
  *1 The PCIe x4_3 slot shares bandwidth with PCIex1_3. The PCIe x4_3 is default set at x2 mode.
  
  *2 When the M.2_1 Socket 3 is operating in SATA mode, SATA port 1 will be disabled.
  
  *3 When the M.2_2 Socket 3 is operatin in PCIe 3.0 x4 mode, SATA ports 5 and 6 will be disabled.
  
  *4 This function will work depending on the CPU installed.
  
  *5 Intel® Optane Technology only supported when using 7th Generation Intel® Processors. Before using Intel® Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website.
  
  *6 Support for the Bluetooth specification depends on the Windows version. Win7/8.1 support up to Bluetooth 4.0.
  
  *7 Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-bit/192kHz is not supported for 8-Channel audio and due to Windows 7 limitations, 32-bit playback is unavailable for Windows 7.
  
  *8 2 x USB2.0 port at mid-board share with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port.
  
  *9 Windows® 8.1 64-bit and Windows® 7 32/64-bit are only supported when using 6th Generation Intel® Processors
  
  Lan
  * ROG GameFirst Technology is only available for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit

Thông tin chi tiết

• BEST GAMING CONNECTIVITY
• BEST GAMING NETWORKING
• BEST GAMING PROTECTION
• ROG GIVES YOU MORE

MAXIMUS IX HERO

HOLLOW HEAT-SINK WITH RED-HOT STYLE

Our new heat-sink is finely engineered with an innovative perforated design for maximum heat dissipation. On its top are expertly angled facets that allow light from the platform controller hub to penetrate through — so your builds stand out unlike any other!

*The CES Innovation Awards are based upon descriptive materials submitted to the judges. CTA did not verify the accuracy of any submission or of any claims made and did not test the item to which the award was given.

FULLY DOMINATE YOUR WATER-COOLING SYSTEM

ROG WATER COOLING ZONE

ROG's innovative Water-Cooling Zone lets you monitor your cooling system like never before. ROG Water-Cooling Zone's dual water-temperature headers and flow-rate header feed information straight into ROG's intuitive Fan Xpert 4 utility ─ so you can stay on top of the heat and stay cool in every game!

BEST GAMINGLIGHTING

AURA LIGHTING CONTROL

Customize your own favorite LED effects with Aura, the intuitive lighting-control software, to cast a stunning multi-color glow across your build via the ROG Maximus IX Hero's brilliant built-in RGB LEDs or attached RGB strips via the two onboard 4-pin headers ─ all lights will perform in perfect synchronization! Fire up Aura and enjoy the creative freedom of nine different lighting schemes.

• StaticAlways on
• BreathingFades in and out
• StrobingFlashes on and off
• Color cycleFades between the
  colors of the rain-
  bow
• Music effectPulses to the beat of
  your music
• CPU TemperatureChanges color with
  CPU load
• RainbowA rolling multi-color
  glow
• CometA stream of light
  with a tail
• Flash & dashSingle-color stepped
  flashes

 

 

 

*The Aura RGB-strip header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strips with a maximum power rating of 2A (12V). For maximum brightness, strip length should not exceed 2m.
* Two extension cables are included. RGB LED strip need to be purchased separately.

 

OUTSHINE THE COMPETITION

ASUS Aura Sync technology makes ROG Maximus IX Hero the control hub for your illumination ambitions — so it's easy to synchronize incredible lighting effects between compatible components, including RGB LED strips, graphics cards, keyboards and even mice! Change all LEDs in unison or employ dynamic modes to flow the illumination effects smoothly across all synchronized devices.

*Visit the ASUS Aura microsite to learn more about Aura Sync

BEST GAMINGAUDIO

EXQUISITE AUDIO, INSIDE AND OUT

NEW SUPREMEFX CODEC

ROG's awesome SupremeFX audio technology has levelled up, delivering an exceptional 113dB signal-to-noise ratio on the line-in connection — and that means our best-ever recording quality! We've also added a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the SupremeFX S1220 codec, an ESS® Sabre Hi-Fi ES9023P digital-to-analog converter for superior front-panel output, and a Texas Instruments® RC4850 op-amp for high gain with low distortion — which all adds up to audio that envelops you as never before.

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• Distortion-free for enhanced audio-signal input and outputULTRA-DURABLE GOLD-PLATED AUDIO CONNECTORS
• Provides the perfect current and voltage for true-to-life tonality and spacious sound imagingRC4580 BUFFER
• Creates a perfect balance for top-tier audio clarity capable of -94dB THDESS® ESS9023P DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTER
• High-accuracy timing technology ensures ultra-low jitter, even when temperatures fluctuateHIGH-PRECISION CLOCK SOURCE
• Deliver the highest-quality sound resolution and expansion for especially warm and natural audioNICHICON CAPACITORS
• Unique design allows the codec's impedance-sensing function to be ported with either the front or rear headphone outputsSWITCHING MOSFETS

SupremeFX S1220 codec

10 DAC channels, simultaneous 7.1-channel playback, independent 2.0-channel, multiple-stream stereo to front-panel outputs

INTUITIVE AUDIO-TUNING SUITE

SONIC STUDIO III

ROG's Sonic Studio III audio effects station has been updated with an all-new routing feature to port streams to different outputs as well as app-level preferences for instant audio profiles and improved noise filtering for conversations with total clarity!

• MUSIC
  PLAYERS
• GAMES
• VOIP
  APP
• VIDEO
  PLAYERS

ROUTING

Easily assign different audio streams to different outputs, such as browser audio to headphones and game audio to speakers.

SCAN AND DETECT TO DOMINATE!

SONIC RADAR III

Sonic Radar III is all-new – with an evolved audio engine that processes sounds more accurately than ever, ensuring you're always aware of what's going on around you. A new on-screen arrow has also been added to help you pinpoint the enemy position instantly!

• IMPROVED AUDIO ALGORITHM The new Sonic Radar III audio algorithm is now even more accurate, allowing enemies to be located with pinpoint precision regardless of the surrounding noise and chaos.
• 3D ENGINE Sonic Radar III is built around its all-new head-up display with an in-game three-dimensional arrow for a more intuitive experience.
• AUDIO BOOST The new Audio Boost feature now allows enhanced audio to be heard directly.
• AUDIO RADAR Redesigned radar based on adjustable sectors (4-16) makes the enemies' position clearer and more direct

3D PRINTINGFRIENDLY

MAKE IT YOUR OWN

ASUS is the first motherboard manufacturer to support 3D printing, making it easy to customize your motherboard's appearance and improve system performance with a range of printable parts.

EXCLUSIVE 3D MOUNT FOR EASY INSTALLATION

Dedicated 3D Mounts on the motherboard makes fitting 3D-printed parts easy. Using the same screws as M.2 drives and standard motherboard mounting holes, you can easily add nameplates, cable covers, or an M.2 fan holder in a matter of moments.

*Products with the 3D Printing Friendly logo feature the specialized 3D Mount and are also bundled with an extra 3D Mount kit.

• CABLE COVER Cover your cables for a tidier PC.
• CUSTOM NAMEPLATE Personalize your build with a custom logo making it unique to you.
• M.2 FAN HOLDER The ASUS 3D-printed M.2 fan holder keeps temperatures low for improved performance and longevity.

 

BEST GAMINGPERFORMANCE

OC DESIGN

ASUS PRO CLOCK TECHNOLOGY

A dedicated base-clock generator designed for 7th Generation Intel® processors allows overclocked base clock frequencies up to or beyond 425MHz*. This custom solution works in tandem with the ASUS TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) to enhance voltage and base-clock overclocking control — providing an exciting new way to boost performance to extreme heights.

BCLK Range (MHz)

CPU Frequency

* Base-clock overclocking range will vary according to CPU capabilities, cooling, motherboard support and tuning options. Ranges up to 650MHz are possible under some conditions.

Advantages of ASUS
Pro Clock:

• Reduced boot time

• Lower jitter under extreme conditions for higher overclocks

• Increased stability under heavy overclocking

 

DDR4 OVERCLOCKING
STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

THIRD-GENERATION ASUS T-TOPOLOGY

With support for DDR4 memory you're able to drive memory frequencies to 4133MHz (and beyond when overclocked)! ASUS-exclusive T-Topology circuit design plus OC Socket provides superb memory-overclocking capability to unleash the full power of DDR4 by minimizing coupling noise and signal reflection. With innovative equidistant memory channels, it delivers the most balanced control and powerful overclocking compatibility. ASUS works with almost every DDR4 memory vendor to ensure the best compatibility.

 

ONE-CLICK OVERCLOCK AND COOLING, DONE!

PERFORMANCE, EFFICIENCY, DIGITAL POWER, FAN CONTROL AND NETWORKING ─ TAILORED TO THE WAY YOU PLAY

You don't need to be an expert to max out gaming performance on your ROG Maximus IX Hero build — because 5-Way Optimization sorts all the complex settings with a click, for instant, highly controllable performance boosts! Exclusive ROG technology dynamically optimizes essential aspects of your system, based on real-time use — so you get superb CPU performance, everyday energy savings, ultra-stable digital power, cool and quiet fans and networking settings that are tailored for the apps that you are using. In short, 5-Way Optimization ensures that your PC is perfect for gaming, entertainment, and productivity!

• Games run swiftly and smoothly with high-performance and prioritized bandwidth.

• Fans stay whisper-quiet for everyday computing, and ensure extreme cooling efficiency when gaming.

• Stutter is eliminated for smooth-running apps, even under heavy loads.

• Energy waste is reduced so you'll save money and the earth.

 

• CPU performance
  boost
• All-round
  energy efficiency
• Advanced
  fan controls
• Precise digital
  power control
• Game faster,
  rank higher

COOLER BY DESIGN

Play quieter and cooler with advanced fan and water-pump controls for the ultimate in undisturbed gaming. With onboard thermal sensors and hardware-level 4-pin/3-pin PWM/DC mode detection, Fan Xpert 4 makes sure every fan achieves the best balance of cooling performance and low noise ─ so you enjoy all the performance you demand with none of the racket!

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MEDIA-ACCLAIMED UEFI BIOS

The smoothest, slickest mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been improved to make it even more gorgeous. Whether you're a PC novice or a seasoned overclocker, the EZ and Advanced modes help you find your way, quickly and easily.

EZ MODE ADVANCED MODE

THE FINEST POWER, DIGITALLY CONTROLLED

ROG's revered digital power controller now delivers even-finer power, with Texas Instruments NexFET™ MOSFETs, MicroFine alloy chokes, Digi+ PWM controller and 10K black metallic capacitors — ensuring Extreme Engine Digi+ always delivers the smoothest core voltages.

• MICROFINE ALLOY CHOKES More stable and greater efficiency at high currents
  • 3xfiner than
    standard
  • 31%cooler than
    large granules
  • 75%hysteresis
    reduction
• 10K JAPANESE-MADE BLACK
  METALLIC CAPACITORS
  
  • 5xlonger
    lifespan
  • 20%greater extreme
    temperature enduance
• 50% SMALLER NEXFET™
  MOSFETS
  
  • Over90%more efficient

BEST GAMINGCONNECTIVITY

SUPER-SPEED CONNECTIVITY ─ RIGHT WHERE YOU NEED IT

USB-C is the latest USB connector technology — and ROG Maximus IX Hero lets you put it right where you need it!
With a ASM 2142 USB 3.1 controller running at PCIe 3.0 x2 and featuring an onboard USB 3.1 front-panel connector, you can now achieve the highest data transferring speeds possible - easily.

USB 3.1 TYPE A+C

ULTIMATE-SPEED 10GBIT/S WITH
ONBOARD USB 3.1

DUAL PCIE GEN3 M.2

LET YOUR SSD SCREAM AT TOP SPEED

BEST GAMINGNETWORKING

MORE THROUGHPUT AND LESS PROCESSING EQUALS FASTER ONLINE PLAY

INTEL ETHERNET

ROG Maximus IX Hero features the very latest Intel® Ethernet (I219-V) for faster, smoother gaming. Intel's LAN has the serious double advantage of reducing CPU overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput, so there's more power for your game and your gameplay.

Lower CPU workload

High TCP & UDP throughput

 

PUMPED-UP THROUGHPUT. BEST SURGE PROTECTION

LANGUARD

LANGuard means safer, more reliable connections for your battles! Advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounting processes join forces to protect your ROG Maximus IX Hero motherboard's connection, plus electrostatically guarded and surge-protected components (ESD Guards) for 1.9x greater tolerance to static electricity and 2.5x greater protection (up to 15kV) against surges!

 

BEST GAMINGPROTECTION

PROTECT YOUR GRAPHIC CARDS INVESTMENT

SAFESLOT

As a gamer you demand stability and durability, so ROG integrates long-lasting, premium components, plus exclusive smart DIY designs across the board — ensuring the best gaming experiences.

 

ESD GUARDS

2X greater

electrostatic protection than standard. ESD Guards cover the USB, audio and LAN ports.

TRUEVOLT USB

2 dedicated

USB power supplies provide rock-steady 5V to all USB ports, minimizing power fluctuations for minimal data loss.

CPU INSTALLATION TOOL

1 -layer

protection from socket-pin damage.

Q-CONNECTOR

1 -piece

makes it easy to sort all front-panel cables.

Q-SLOT

1 -clip

makes it easy to swap or secure your graphics card.

Q-DIMM

1 -slided

clips provide super-simple, super-secure handling of memory modules.

DRAM OVERCURRENT PROTECTION

1 additional

resettable fuse protects connection ports and DRAM against overcurrent and short-circuit damage.

BLACK NICKEL-COATED Q-SHIELD

0 pain!

protect your hands from nicks and cuts.

ROGGIVESYOUMORE

STAY IN THE GAME

OVERWOLF

A clever, unobtrusive overlay keeps you in the game and allows you to browse the Web, email, IM, stream or record while you play. The overlay is dressed in color-matched ROG skins to show you're part of an elite pack. Grab it now from Overwolf's app store!

• In-game dock

• In-game calling

• Multi-IM support

• 5 customizable apps

• 0 missed calls during gaming

• 5+ clients in a single interface

IMAGE YOUR DRIVES, THE SMART WAY

ROG CLONE DRIVE

All-new ROG Clone Drive is the smart, convenient cloning solution that quickly and efficiently replicates hard drives or SSDs. Clone Drive is so smart that it can clone one drive to two target drives at the same time, or image any file from your disk at breakneck speeds.

 

Automatically caches all your storage devices at the same time for optimal use of your system‘s caching resources.

THE FREE KEYBOARD UPGRADE – UPGRADED!

KEYBOT II

Get a free keyboard upgrade from an exclusive microprocessor and intuitive user interface. Record macros directly from the keyboard, switch profiles in moments, enable special functions with hotkeys from F1-F10, start and even boost your PC from shutdown (S5 mode)!

VR READY

ROG Maximus IX Hero isn't just VR Ready — it goes way beyond! The ASUS ROG Beyond VR Ready marque means that ROG Maximus IX Hero has been tested with loads of class-leading components to ensure that your productivity, gaming and entertainment needs are tuned for maximum performance after you've taken off the headset. ASUS Beyond VR Ready opens up a new way to configure and build your dream system with total confidence.

Learn more about ASUS VR Ready

THE POWER OF INTEL

Ready for 7th Generation and 6th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron processors

This motherboard supports 7th Generation and 6th Generation Intel Core™ i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors in the LGA1151 package. Integrated graphics, memory and PCI Express® controllers support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets, two-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes for great performance.

Intel® Z270 chipset

The Intel® Z270 is a single-chipset design that supports 7th Generation and 6th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core™ i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors. It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the Z270 chipset provides a maximum of 10 USB 3.0 ports, six SATA 6Gbps ports, and 32Gbps M.2 and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support, for faster data retrieval. Intel Z270 also supports integrated graphics, so you'll enjoy the very latest in graphics performance.