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Compact micro ATX motherboard with black PCB and red accents, LGA 1150 socket, four DDR3 slots, dual PCIe x16, HDMI port

ASUS

ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE LGA 1150 Intel Z87 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard

SKU CH-1CEV-ZTF2G

Supports 4th-Gen Intel Core processors on LGA 1150 with dual-channel DDR3 up to 3000 MHz and eight SATA 6Gb/s ports

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1150
  • CPU Type4th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron (LGA1
  • Supported CPU TechnologiesTurbo Boost Technology 2.0
  • ChipsetIntel Z87
  • Onboard Video ChipsetSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic
  • Number of Memory Slots4x240pin
  • Supports 4th-Gen Intel Core processors on LGA 1150 socket
  • Overclock DDR3 memory up to 3000 MHz across four slots
  • Dual PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots run at x16 or x8/x8
  • Eight SATA 6Gb/s ports with Intel RAID 0/1/5/10 support
  • SupremeFX 8-channel audio and Intel I217-V Gigabit LAN

Target Build Profile

The ASUS MAXIMUS VI GENE is a Micro ATX board built on the Intel Z87 chipset for LGA 1150 processors. It supports 4th Generation Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium and Celeron CPUs with Turbo Boost Technology 2.0. Four 240-pin slots accept DDR3 memory up to 3000 MHz when overclocked, running in dual-channel mode to a maximum of 32 GB.

Fit and Alternatives

Builders who want a compact Z87 platform with full overclocking headroom and dual PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots will find the layout suitable. The single mini-PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot and single PCI Express x4 slot limit add-in card expansion compared with full-size ATX Z87 boards. Users needing more than six SATA ports or integrated Wi-Fi should consider other models.

Bundled Extras Impact

ROG SupremeFX 8-Channel High Definition Audio replaces a basic codec, giving cleaner output for headphones and speakers without a discrete sound card. The Intel I217-V LAN controller provides a standard 1 Gbps wired connection. One HDMI port enables video output when a CPU with integrated graphics is installed, useful for troubleshooting or a secondary display.

Highlights

  • Supports 4th-Gen Intel Core processors on LGA 1150 socket
  • Overclock DDR3 memory up to 3000 MHz across four slots
  • Dual PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots run at x16 or x8/x8
  • Eight SATA 6Gb/s ports with Intel RAID 0/1/5/10 support
  • SupremeFX 8-channel audio and Intel I217-V Gigabit LAN

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelMAXIMUS VI GENE
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1150
CPU Type4th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron (LGA1150)
Supported CPU TechnologiesTurbo Boost Technology 2.0
ChipsetIntel Z87
Onboard Video ChipsetSupported only by CPU with integrated graphic
Number of Memory Slots4x240pin
Memory StandardDDR3 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
Maximum Memory Supported32GB
Channel SupportedDual Channel
PCI Express 3.0 x162(x16 or dual at x8)
PCI Express x41 x PCI Express x4
Mini Card Slots1 x mini-PCI Express 2.0 x1
Serial ATA (SATA)6 x SATA 6Gb/s by Intel Z872 x SATA 6Gb/s by ASMedia ASM1061
SATA RAID6 x SATA 6Gb/s by Intel Z87 support RAID 0/1/5/10
Audio ChannelsROG SupremeFX Audio 8-Channel High Definition Audio
LAN ChipsetIntel I217-V
Max LAN Speed1Gbps
HDMI1 x HDMI
USB 3.06 x USB 3.0
USB 1.1/2.04 x USB 2.0
S/PDIF Out1 x Coaxial
Audio Ports6 Ports
Onboard USB1 x USB 3.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0 ports2 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
Other Connectors1 x TPM connector(s)1 x CPU Fan connector(s)1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)3 x Chassis Fan connector(s)1 x S/PDIF out header(s)1 x 8-pin EATX 12 V Power connector1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)1 x System panel(s)1 x DirectKey Button(s)1 x DRCT header(s)1 x MemOK! button(s)10 x ProbeIt Measurement Points1 x LN2 Mode header(s)1 x Power-on button(s)1 x Reset button(s)1 x ROG extension (ROG_EXT) header(s)1 x mPCIe Combo II connector(s)
Form FactorMicro ATX
Dimensions (W x L)9.6" x 9.6"
Power Pin24 Pin
FeaturesLGA1150 socket for 4th Generation Intel Core i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium / Celeron ProcessorsIntel Z87 Express ChipsetSupremeFX- Supremacy through discrete-caliber audioSonic Radar- Scan and detect to dominatemPCIe Combo II- Extra connections with new gen supportExtreme Engine Digi+ III- Hardcore power delivery with premium componentsGameFirst II + Intel LAN- Put Your Frags FirstRAMDisk- Double up on speed with RAM
Package ContentsMAXIMUS VI GENE motherboardUser's manualSupport DVDI/O Shield1 x mPCIe Combo II expansion card3 x 2-in-1 SATA 6Gb/s cables1 x SLI bridge1 x 2-in-1 Q-Connector Kit 1 x 12 in 1 ROG Cable Label1 x ROG Door Hanger

Questions about this item

What CPU socket must my processor match for this motherboard to work?

The board uses an LGA 1150 socket, so the installed CPU must be a 4th Generation Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium or Celeron in that package.

Will my existing DDR3 memory run at its rated speed on this board?

The four 240-pin slots support DDR3 up to 3000 MHz when overclocked and 1600 MHz at standard settings, so modules rated at 1600 MHz or lower will run at their rated speed without adjustment.

How can I confirm the onboard LAN is operating at full speed after installation?

In Windows, open the adapter properties for the Intel I217-V connection and verify the link speed shows 1 Gbps.

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