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MAXIMUSVIIIMPACT, MAXIMUS-VII-IMPACT
MAXIMUS VII IMPACT
Most powerful Z97 mini-ITX board with full-scale power, discrete audio and fastest connectivity
- LGA 1150 socket for the 4th-, new 4th- and 5th-generation Intel Core i3, i5, i7, Pentium and Celeron processors
- Intel Z97 Express chipset with M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) support
- Impact Power II - Hardcore power delivery with premium components
- Intel Ethernet + LANGuard + GameFirst III Game networking taken to the next level
- SupremeFX Impact II + Sonic Radar II - New and improved audio thats beyond compare
- mPCIe Combo IV and KeyBot - Fast Wi-Fi and M.2 connectivity, plus instant keyboard upgrade
- USB UEFI BIOS and Secure Erase Award-winning simplicity and factory-fresh conditioning for superb performance
- ROG gives you more A ready-made gamer's toolkit.
Overview
Devour Maximus VII Impact's extraordinary specs and design
Best mini-ITX gaming power ATX-level power to unleash full performance
Best gaming networking Enjoy game networking on the next level
Best gaming audio Experience the best mini-ITX audio
Best gaming boosts M.2 x4 speed and free keyboard upgrade
Best gaming UEFI BIOS Revel in the gorgeous graphical interface with Secure Erase
Best gaming protection Luxuriate in the smart design, premium components and durable materials
ROG gives you more Fire up a ready-made gamers' toolkit
Designed and tested for the best compatibility
Case and CPU-cooler compatibility is extremely important for mini-ITX gamers and enthusiasts. That's why ROG has performed hundreds of tests and modifications to perfect Maximus VII Impact's layout to ensure maximum compatibility with both mini-ITX chassis designs and CPU coolers.
Installation washers included
For convenience and the widest backplate compatibility, Maximus VII Impact includes four installation washers.
Washers required only if you encounter installation difficulties.
Zero height on backplate area
ROG designers carefully designed the Maximus VII Impact's layout to keep the CPU's blackplate area clear, allowing better support.
Impat Power II
Hardcore power delivery with premium components
Maximus VII Impact's completely-digital power architecture is engineered with premium components to provide total control over the Fully Integrated Voltage Regulators (FIVR) found in the latest Intel® processors. Dynamic speed adjustments and intricate manual controls let you the push the processor and memory further than ever — and that means the highest stability and precision!
Intel® Ethernet. LANGuard. GameFirst III
This is game networking taken to the next level. This is ROG.
Intel® Ethernet
More throughput, less CPU usage and great gaming experiences!
Maximus VII Impact features the very latest Intel® Ethernet for faster, smoother gaming — always. Intel's LAN has the serious double advantage of reducing CPU overhead and offering exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput. This significantly reduces the processor's workload, so there's more power for your game and your gameplay!
ASUS engineers used IxChariot, an independent network-assessment test tool, to determine just how much quicker Intel Gigabit Ethernet deals with the smaller (sub-256 bytes) UDP data packets that are vital for responsive gaming. The results are in — and with Maximus VII Impact your game-data packets flow up to two times (2X) faster than competing gaming-LAN technologies!
LANGuard – RJ45 Reinvented!
Pumped-up throughput. Best surge protection.
ROG has reinvented the LAN port. Advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors improve throughput, while surge-protected and electrostatically-guarded components (ESD Guards) protect your motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity!
GameFirst III
Network-optimization software for no-delay gameplay!
Exclusive GameFirst III has been upgraded with even more gamer-helping features and an interface that's even more intuitive! GameFirst III helps you to assign top priority to game packets and allocate more bandwidth to the game, ensuring the best online gaming experience.
Choose from a preset mode to suit what you're doing – Optimization, Game, Media Streaming or File Sharing. You can manage bandwidth down to the level of individual applications, with five priority levels (highest, higher, normal, lower, lowest) and even the ability to block specific traffic. GameFirst III even has a built-in Network Monitor tool, so you can supervise your network traffic and test your connection speed to check that you're getting the bandwidth you pay for!
SupremeFX Impact II, Sonic Studio & Sonic Radar II
Flawless audio that gives you a foot-up
SupremeFX Impact II
Blade of sound adds striking audio
ROG knows the importance of flawless audio – pristine effects and full-range soundtracks make the game. This devotion to the best audio is applied to all our Maximus VII boards, including mini-ITX and micro-ATX (mATX) models. Cutting-edge isolation technologies minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and exceptionally premium components deliver best-in-class audio. The original SupremeFX Impact was acclaimed by both our customers and the media — and SupremeFX Impact II employs even finer components and superbly clever software innovations for gaming and multimedia experiences beyond compare!
Minimize EMI (electromagnetic interference)
Physical isolation of analog and digital components reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) to a minimum.
Sonic SoundStage – Hardware-level audio-profiles switch
Apply the best settings for your favorite game genres in real time on any OS, via the onboard Sonic SoundStage button. The debug LED displays the mode — FPS (01), racing (02), fighting (03) or sports (04).
Sonic SenseAmp – Amp up your headset!
Sonic SenseAmp is a ROG invention that detects headphone impedance (below 65/65 ~ 150/150 or higher ohms) and adjusts the built-in amp automatically, for pitch-perfect listening right away!
ELNA® capacitors – Exceptionally warm and natural sound
Premium Japanese-made ELNA® audio capacitors
Sonic SenseAmp and Sonic SoundStage supports only analog-audio front-panel (AAFP) connections
Sonic Studio - Brilliant one-click virtual sound!
Sonic Studio is a brand-new audio-tuning suite that provides an aural treat. Use the one-click Virtual Surround function to 7.1 channels, even through a stereo (2.0-channel) headset. It offers five more superb audio controls, including Reverb, Bass Boost, Equalizer, Voice Clarity and Smart EQ — ensuring that everything you hear sounds just amazing!
Virtual Surround
Reverb
Smart EQ
Equalizer
Bass Boost
Voice Clarity
Perfect Voice – Simple and effective noise reduction
Perfect Voice removes ambient noise with one click, for crystal-clear in-game chat
Normalizes the microphone volumes for stable recording consistency
Minimizes ambient noise during sentences (i.e. pauses and periods of silence)
Spectral-subtraction algorithm analyzes and calculates ambient noise
Sonic Radar II
Scan and detect to dominate!
Designed for first-person shooters (FPS), Sonic Radar II displays a stealthy overlay that shows what opponents and teammates are up to. See the precise direction and origin of in-game sounds such as gunshots, footsteps and call-outs, and practice your enemy-pinpointing skills — and exclusive Audio Enhancement further improves in-game sound for superb hearing awareness. The all-new Sonic Radar II includes a redesigned control panel with customizable game list!
mPCIe Combo IV and KeyBot
Fast Wi-Fi and M.2 connectivity, plus instant keyboard upgrade
Four-speed ahead with M.2 x4
Maximus VII Impact's upgraded mPCIe Combo IV + 802.11ac / Bluetooth 4.0 module delivers the latest connectivity, with mini PCI Express (mPCIe) on one side and PCI Express 3.0 x4 M.2 socket on the other for direct-from-processor transfer speeds of up to 32Gbit/s — that's over six times (6X) faster than traditional PCI Express 2.0 M.2 solutions!
PCI Express 3.0 x4 M.2 slot: supports socket 3, 2242/2260/2280/22110-type (M'-keyed) devices
Pre-fitted with a dual-band 2.4GHz/5GHz 802.11ac Wi-Fi / Bluetooth v4.0 mPCIe card
Keybot
Your keyboard, instantly upgraded!
Fancy a free keyboard upgrade? That's what KeyBot gives you instantly. Just plug your existing keyboard into the dedicated USB socket to activate the exclusive KeyBot microprocessor on the Maximus VII Impact. Use the easy-to-use utility to assign macros to function keys F1-F10 to launch any application with a single press or control multimedia playback or store up to 15 combinations per key!
Macro keys
Program up to 15 sequential keyboard combinations
Function keys
Assign to everyday functions, like mail, browsing or multimedia functions.
Shortcut Assign any application or folder to launch.
You can even use KeyBot to wake your PC to boot into a specific mode
CPU Level Up
Instantly boost your system
XMP
Enable Extreme Memory Profiles (XMP)
Direct to UEFI BIOS
Just one tap to launch the UEFI BIOS
UEFI BIOS and Secure Erase.
Award-winning simplicity and factory-fresh conditioning for superb performance.
Award-winning UEFI BIOS
Acclaimed by world media as the most-intuitive UEFI BIOS!
The smoothest mouse-controlled graphical UEFI BIOS has been upgraded to deliver faster setup and easier functions, with an even more appealing design for better overclocking and DIY experiences. 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
Fan Profile:
Detailed CPU and case fan information for instant cooling!
SATA Information:
Displays SATA port details for you to easily recognize devices!
Fast Clock Adjustment:
Use mouse controls to change the time and date!
EZ XMP:
Improve your DRAM performance with a click!
Advanced
Shortcut: Right-click to create shortcuts to frequently-used settings or press F4 to manage your list!
Quick Notes: Make notes and capture BIOS-related ideas, quickly and conveniently!
Last Modified Log: Track recent changes and save preferred profiles onto a USB drive!
SATA Port Renaming: Rename SATA ports for easy identification!
While you protect your back in the game, Maximus VII Impact protects all sides in the real world.
Gamer's Guardian
All-round protection provides the best quality, reliability and durability
Black Nickel-coated Q-shield
0 pain!
Protect your hands from nicks and cuts!
Q-Slot
1 clip
to swap or secure your graphics card!
Q-DIMM
1-sided
clips mean handling memory modules is a cinch super simple and super secure!
DRAM Over-current Protection
1 additional
resettable fuse protects connection ports and DRAM against overcurrent and short-circuit damage!
ESD Guards
2X greater
electrostatic protection than standard. ESD Guards cover the PS2, USB, audio and LAN ports!
Stainless Steel Back I/O
3X longer
life-span than ordinary panels!
10K Black Metallic Capacitors
20% greater
temperature endurance
5X longer
lifespan than generic capacitors!
A ready-made gamer's toolkit
ROG RAMDisk and a raft of fab utilities to make every gaming quest a success.
RAMDisk
Dynamically unleash your RAM – 20X faster than SSD!
With RAMDisk you can turn system memory into superfast temporary storage. Put large files, such as game maps, into RAMDisk and watch loading times fly — you'll never again wait to play. The improved 2014 edition of RAMDisk dynamically allocates memory, so unused RAM is released back to the system when it's needed. You'll even enjoy the bonus of protecting your SSD drives, as RAMDisk reduces excessive reads and writes that can reduce lifespan! Last but not least, the junction function serves as quick links between files and RAM storage. All files are automatically saved and restored to their specific locations on hard drives when you turn your PC off, then go back to RAM when you power on again.
AI Suite 3
One-stop intuitive control panel
ROG CPU-Z
ROG-themed CPU-Z shows important system information
Mem TweakIt
Dynamic timing monitoring, DRAM efficiency gauge
USB UEFI BIOS Flashback
Refresh your BIOS in a flash, even when the system is off
Kaspersky® Anti-Virus (1 year)
The best protection from viruses and spyware
DAEMON Tools Pro Standard(1 year)
The leading tool for optical and virtual discs
ASUS WebStorage
Free cloud storage
ASUS HomeCloud
Access your PC, stream multimedia and manage cloud storage – anytime and anywhere!
COMPATIBLE WITH OC PANEL & FRONT BASE
All ROG Maximus VII (Z97) motherboards are compatible with OC Panel and Front Base for superior performance tuning and system monitoring. To ensure complete OC Panel and Front Base functionality please apply the latest firmware updates for OC Panel and also the latest software updates for Front Base. The latest versions can be downloaded by visiting the relevant product websites.
Specifications
- CPU
Intel Socket 1150 for the 5th/New 4th/4th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron Processors
Supports Intel 22 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 Z97
- Memory
2 x DIMM, Max. 16GB, DDR3 3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3100(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666(O.C.)/2600(O.C.)/2500(O.C.)/2400(O.C.)/2200(O.C.)/2133(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333 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- Intel HD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DisplayPort ports
- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz
- Supports DisplayPort with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
Maximum shared memory of 512 MB
Supports Intel InTru 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider
DP 1.2 Multi-Stream Transport compliant, supports DP 1.2 monitor daisy chain up to 3 displays
- Expansion Slots
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 *1
1 x mini-PCIe 2.0 x1 *2
- Storage
Intel Z97 chipset :
4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), red,
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Supports Intel Smart Response Technology, Intel Rapid Start Technology, Intel Smart Connect Technology *3
PCI Express gen 3.0 : *1
1 x M.2 Socket 3 on mPCIe Combo IV expansion card(s), black, *4
Support M.2 Type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SSD card (up to 110mm in length), support PCI express 3.0 x4 standard
- LAN
Intel I218V, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s), featuring GAMEFIRST III
Intel LAN- Dual interconnect between the Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY)
Anti-surge LANGuard
- Wireless Data Network
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac*5
Supports dual band frequency 2.4/5 GHz
Support ASUS Wi-Fi Go! Utility
- Bluetooth
Bluetooth V4.0
- Audio
ROG SupremeFX Impact II 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC *6
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
Audio Feature :
- SupremeFX Shielding Technology
- ELNA premium audio capacitors
- Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection
- DTS Connect
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
- Sonic SoundStage
- Sonic SenseAmp
- Sonic Studio
- Sonic Radar II
- USB Ports
Intel Z97 chipset : *7
6 x USB 3.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, blue, 2 at mid-board)
Intel Z97 chipset : *8
6 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, black, 2 at mid-board)
- ROG Exclusive Features
SupremeFX Impact II
Impact CoolHub
mPCIe Combo IV (mPCIe/M.2 combo card)
Impact Power II :
- 8 + 2 phase power design
- NexFET Power Block MOSFET
- 60A BlackWing Chokes
- 10K Black Metallic Capacitors
Mem TweakIt
ROG Extreme OC kit :
- LN2 Mode *9
ProbeIt
KeyBot
- CPU Level Up
- XMP
- Direct Key
UEFI BIOS features :
- GPU.DIMM Post
- Tweakers' Paradise
- ROG SSD Secure Erase
- Graphic Card Information Preview
ROG RAMDisk
GameFirst III
Extreme Tweaker
- Special Features
5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
- Whole system optimization with a single click! 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 2, and Turbo App together, providing better CPU performance, efficient power saving, precise digital power control, whole system cooling and even tailor your own app usages.
Gamer's Guardian:
- ESD Guards on LAN, Audio, KBMS and USB3.0/2.0 ports
- DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- 10K Black Metallic Capacitors
- Stainless Steel Back I/O
ASUS Wi-Fi GO!
- Wi-Fi GO! Function: Cloud GO!, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer
- Wi-Fi GO! & NFC Remote app for portable smartphone/tablet, supporting iOS 7 & Android 4.0 systems
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- USB BIOS Flashback
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger
- USB Charger+
- USB 3.0 Boost
- Disk Unlocker
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS O.C. Profile
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 2
- ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
- Push Notice
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Cable
- ASUS Q-Code
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-DIMM
Overclocking Protection :
- ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
Media Streamer
Turbo App
- Operating System Support
Windows 8.1
Windows 8
Windows 7
- Back I/O Ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
4 x USB 3.0 (blue)
4 x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to ROG Connect)
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
3 x Audio jack(s)
1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
1 x ROG Connect On/ Off switch(es)
1 x Q-Code LED
1 x Sonic SoundStage button
1 x KeyBot button
- Internal I/O Ports
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 TPM connector(s)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) *9
1 x 8-pin EATX 12 V Power connector
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)*10
1 x System panel(s)
10 x ProbeIt Measurement Points
1 x LN2 Mode header(s)*9
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Reset button(s)
1 x mPCIe Combo IV connector(s)
1 x LN2 Mode jumper(s)
1 x ROG extension (ROG_EXT) header(s)
1 x Impact CoolHub connector(s)
1 x SupremeFX Impact II connector(s)
- Accessories
User's manual
1 x ASUS Q-Cable
1 x SupremeFX Impact II audio card(s)
1 x Optional 4-in-1 washers for CPU cooler backplate
I/O Shield
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x ASUS 2T2R dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant)
1 x 12 in 1 ROG Cable Label(s)
1 x mPCIe Combo IV card(s) with dual-band WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth v4.0 module
1 x Impact CoolHub card(s)
- BIOS
64Mb UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.7, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.8, ACPI5.0 Multi-Language BIOS
- Manageability
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.7, WOL by PME, PXE
- Support Disc
Drivers
ROG GameFirst III
ROG RAMDisk
ROG CPU-Z
ROG Mem TweakIt
Kaspersky Anti-Virus
DAEMON Tools Pro Standard
ASUS WebStorage
Home Cloud
ASUS Utilities
- Form Factor
Mini ITX Form Factor
6.7 inch x 6.7 inch ( 17 cm x 17 cm )
- Note
*1: The M.2 slot shares bandwidth with PCIe 3.0/2.0 X16 slot. Bandwidth on the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot becomes x8 when M.2 device is inserted.
*2: The mini-PCIe slot is pre-installed with a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module on mPCIe Combo IV expansion card.
*3: The functions support depends on the CPU types.
*4: M.2 slot supports PCIE mode storage device only.
*5: The module is pre-installed on mPCIe Combo IV expansion card.
*6: 8-channel audio output is supported by jack-retasking using a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel.
*7: Support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost, UASP standard on the Intel native USB 3.0 is only supported under WindowsR 8.1/8.
*8: 2 x USB2.0 ports at mid-board (USB1213) shares with ROG extension (ROG_EXT) port.
*9: 1 x LN2 mode header and CHAFAN_2/3 locate on Impact CoolHub card.
*10: AAFP header locates on the SupremeFX Impact II card.
