Motherboard layout, 24.5cm 9.6in | Asus Striker Extreme manual

2.2.4Motherboard layout

			24.5cm (9.6in)
P_ELJ1	ATX12V				CPU_FAN				Super
T: Mouse									Super
PS/2KBMS									I/O
B: Keyboard									I/O
B: Keyboard
SPDIF_O1		LGA775		module)	module)		module)	module)	PWR FAN
		LGA775
1394a
1394a				bit,240-pin	bit,240-pin		bit,240-pin	bit,240-pin	FLOPPY
ESATA12				bit,240-pin	bit,240-pin		bit,240-pin	bit,240-pin	FLOPPY
ESATA12
				(64	(64		(64	(64	EATXPWR	(12.0in)
LAN1_USB12				DIMMDDR2A1	DIMMDDR2A2		DIMMDDR2B1	DIMMDDR2B2	EATXPWR	(12.0in)
LAN1_USB12
	Silicon Image®
	3132		NVIDIA®
LAN2_USB34	CHA_FAN1		NVIDIA®
LAN2_USB34	CHA_FAN1		NFORCE® 680i SLI
OPT_FAN2	USB910								IDE	30.5cm
OPT_FAN2	Audio slot			®					IDE	30.5cm
	Audio slot
	OPT_TEMP2								PRI
88E1116		PCIEX16_1							PRI
88E1116		PCIEX16_1
Marvell
	PCIEX1
Marvell		PCIEX16_2		NFORCE® 680i SLI					SATA56
88E1116				NVIDIA®
	STRIKER EXTREME								SATA34
		PCI1	CMOS Power						SATA34
			CR2032 3V
			Lithium Cell
OPT_TEMP1	SB_PWR								SATA12
	SB_PWR
VIA	OPT_FAN1			BIOS		CLRTC
VT6308P	OPT_FAN1	PCIEX16_3		BIOS		CLRTC
				8Mb				OPT_FAN4
		PCI2		CHASSIS				OPT_FAN4
SPDIF_O2		PCI2		CHASSIS				OPT_FAN5
								OPT_FAN5
	OPT_TEMP3		USB56	USB78
IE1394_2	OPT_TEMP3		USB56	USB78
	ADH	OPT_FAN3
		OPT_FAN3		PWR_SW RST_SW			CLR_CMOS		PANEL
									PANEL

2-	Chapter 2: Hardware information

Striker Extreme specifications

The Asus Striker Extreme is a high-performance motherboard designed primarily for enthusiasts and gamers who demand the best from their systems. Released as part of the Republic of Gamers (ROG) line-up, this motherboard is built around the NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI chipset, enabling exceptional performance in multi-GPU setups.

One of the standout features of the Striker Extreme is its support for NVIDIA SLI technology, allowing users to install multiple graphics cards to achieve higher frame rates and improved visual performance in games and applications. With its 5 PCI Express x16 slots, the motherboard facilitates extensive expandability options, making it an ideal choice for users looking to build a robust gaming rig.

The Striker Extreme also comes with advanced overclocking capabilities. The motherboard features the exclusive Asus AI Suite, which allows users to easily tweak various system settings, including voltage, FSB, and memory timings, directly from the Windows interface. This makes it accessible for both novice and experienced overclockers to fine-tune their systems for maximum performance without the need to dive into the BIOS frequently.

In terms of connectivity, the Striker Extreme offers an impressive set of features. It includes six SATA II ports for high-speed storage, supporting RAID configurations for enhanced data protection and performance. Additionally, the Realtek ALC882M sound chip provides excellent audio quality, along with support for 8-channel HD audio, creating a rich audio environment for gaming and multimedia applications.

For those who prioritize aesthetics, the Striker Extreme is adorned with striking LED lights and a sleek, black PCB design that complements any high-end build. Moreover, the motherboard features an LCD poster for easy troubleshooting, providing users with real-time status updates on boot processes and system health.

The Asus Striker Extreme also supports cutting-edge technologies such as DDR2 memory, allowing up to 8GB of RAM to be installed, which is crucial for modern gaming and multitasking. With an emphasis on performance, expandability, and ease of use, the Asus Striker Extreme is an excellent choice for gamers and PC enthusiasts looking to create a powerful and stylish desktop environment. Its rich feature set and robust design truly embody the capabilities expected from a top-tier motherboard in the gaming community.

Asus Striker Extreme manual Motherboard layout, 24.5cm 9.6in

Models: Striker Extreme

2.2.4Motherboard layout

24.5cm (9.6in)

(12.0in)

PCI2

Striker Extreme specifications