ROG MAXIMUS IX APEX by ASUS Computer International

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Manufacturer ASUS Computer International
Manufacturer's Part Number ROG MAXIMUS IX APEX
Description Asus ROG; Product Model: MAXIMUS IX APEX; Product Type: Desktop Motherboard; Multi GPU Supported: CrossFireX, SLI; Width: 12 "; Number of USB 3.1 Ports: 2;
NAME DESCRIPTION
Chipset Manufacturer: Intel
Number of SATA Interfaces: 4
Processor Supported: Core i7, Core i3, Core i5, Pentium, Celeron
Memory Speed Supported: 3000 MHz, 2800 MHz, 3600 MHz, 3866 MHz, 3800 MHz, 2400 MHz, 3733 MHz, 3200 MHz, 4000 MHz, 3333 MHz, 3300 MHz, 4133 MHz, 3400 MHz, 3466 MHz, 2666 MHz, 3500 MHz, 2133 MHz, 4266 MHz
Number of Onboard USB 3.0 Ports: 2
Chipset Model: Z270
Controller Type: Serial ATA/600
Maximum Memory Supported: 32 GB
Intel Optane Memory Ready: Yes
Total Number of USB Ports: 8
Depth: 10.7 "
Number of USB 3.0 Ports: 6
RAID Supported: Yes
S/PDIF: Yes
Form Factor: Extended ATX
Memory Technology: DDR4 SDRAM
Onboard Video: CPU Dependent Video
Audio Channels: 7.1
Multi GPU Supported: CrossFireX, SLI
Total Number of Onboard USB Ports: 8
DisplayPort: Yes
Processor Socket: Socket H4 LGA-1151
Product Model: MAXIMUS IX APEX
RAID Levels: 10, 5, 1, 0
Width: 12 "
Number of Memory Slots: 2
Number of PCI Express x16 Slots: 4
Product Name: MAXIMUS IX APEX Desktop Motherboard
Number of USB 3.1 Ports: 2
Memory Form Factor: UDIMM, DIMM
Total Number of PCI Express Slots: 6
Brand Name: Asus ROG
Number of PCI Express x1 Slots: 2
Marketing Information: Intel Z270 EATX enthusiast motherboard with record-breaking performance, Aura Sync RGB LEDs, DDR4 4266MHz, DIMM.2 dual M.2 expansion card, and USB 3.1 Type-A/C
  • LGA1151 socket: Ready for 7th / 6th Generation Intel® Core™ desktop processors
  • Dual-channel DDR4 4266MHz+ (OC) supported
  • Engineered for performance: Streamlined layout breaks all boundaries
  • DIMM.2: Dual M.2 expansion card allows use of a memory fan to prevent throttling
  • X-shaped PCB: Unique cutouts allow Aura Sync lighting to shine through
  • Illuminated Customizable Nameplate: Your board, your insignia
  • Aura Sync RGB LED: Stunning synchronized effects and two Aura 4-pin RGB-strip headers
  • ROG Water Cooling Zone: Dominate your cooling system
  • 3D Printing Friendly: Make it your own
  • Made for great gaming: 5-Way Optimization, SupremeFX audio, Intel Gigabit Ethernet and LANGuard
  • Best gaming durability: SafeSlot, SafeDIMM and premium components for maximum durability

MAXIMUS IX APEX

BACK TO WHERE ROG BEGAN

The new ROG Maximus IX Apex delivers bold design and unparalleled power, hearkening back to the origins of the brand. With an optimized layout and radical aesthetics, the Apex is engineered to smash performance boundaries and to look good while doing it. That makes it the perfect motherboard for overclocking addicts who push their system to the limits, or for enthusiasts who want to build a showcase gaming rig!

REDEFINING THE LIMITS

Maximus IX Apex is a motherboard built for serious performance. The ROG R&D team redefined boundaries with the Apex design -- elevating its overclocking potential to dizzying heights. Manufactured using some of the industry's highest-quality components, the Apex features a convention-breaking two-slot memory design on EATX to enable a highly optimized trace layout that reduces crosstalk and improves signal integrity. The Apex has already surpassed performance peaks by setting multiple world records to achieve global first places, breaking several long-standing records in the process. Among these record-breaking performances is the best Intel© Core™ CPU-frequency since the X58 platform-based motherboards, with a single-core, single-thread frequency of 7.383GHz, and 7.328MHz at four cores and eight threads. The new board has also set a reference base-clock (BCLK) record at 584MHz, and a memory frequency surpassing 5GHz in single channel — turning in a breathtaking 5041MHz! In total, Maximus IX Apex has secured 8 WRs and 18 GFPs.

OVERCLOCKER'S TOOLKIT

12 HARDWARE-LEVEL CONTROLS

Maximus IX Apex includes an overclocker's toolkit with a dozen hardware-level controls to aid your overclocking experience. The motherboard's Dual BIOS allows you to experiment with different firmware versions and provides a path for recovery in case one becomes corrupt, and the onboard switch allows you to easily change between the first and second BIOS. The overclocker's toolkit also includes a Pause switch to halt the system, DRAM jumpers for quick memory configuration, and four PCIe switches for quick slot toggling. Other tools include Safe Boot and ReTry buttons, an LN2 jumper to aid POST at sub-zero temperatures, and a Slow mode switch. Combined, they're quick and easy time-savers designed to help you break more records!

CONDENSATION DETECTION

Specialized circuitry allows Maximus IX Apex to detect when condensation occurs on the back of the board. Divided into three distinct sections — CPU, DRAM and PCIe — the feature provides a useful warning when an area may be at risk of short-circuiting.

Total Processor Supported: 1
Product Type: Desktop Motherboard
Number of Total Expansion Slots: 6
HDMI: Yes
Gigabit Ethernet: Yes