4.2.1BIOS menu screen

 

Menu items

Menu bar

Configuration fields

General help

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Phoenix-Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility

 

 

Main

 

Extreme Tweaker

Advanced Power Boot

Tools Exit

 

System Time

15 : 30 : 36

Select Menu

System Date

Sat, Jan 21 2006

 

Language

[English]

Item Specific Help

Legacy Diskette A:

[1.44M, 3.5 in.]

Change the day, month,

Primary IDE Master

[ST321122A]

year and century.

Primary IDE Slave

[ASUS CDS520/A]

 

SATA1

[None]

 

SATA2

[None]

 

SATA3

[None]

 

SATA4

[None]

 

SATA5

[None]

 

SATA6

[None]

 

HDD SMART Monitoring

[Disabled]

 

Installed Memory

512MB

 

Usable Memory

511MB

 

 

F1:Help

↑↓ : Select Item

-/+: Change

Value

F5: Setup Defaults

 

 

ESC: Exit

→←: Select Menu

Enter: Select

SubMenu

F10: Save and Exit

 

 

Sub-menu items

 

 

Legend

 

bar

 

 

 

4.2.2Menu bar

The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items:

Main

For changing the basic system configuration

Extreme Tweaker

For changing the overclocking settings

Advanced

For changing the advanced system settings

Power

For changing the advanced power management (APM)

Boot

configuration

For changing the system boot configuration

Tools

For configuring options for special functions

Exit

For selecting the exit options and loading default

 

settings

To select an item on the menu bar, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.

• The BIOS setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS information.

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Asus Striker Extreme manual Bios menu screen, Menu bar

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.