MAXimus ix Apex
Back to where ROG began
The ROG Maximus IX Apex motherboard is the latest ground-breaking
addition to the ROG product family, drawing players back to ROG's
origins — a one-of-a-kind community for world-class cutting-edge
enthusiasts that seek to reach the apex of performance and gaming.
The Maximus IX Apex is engineered to provide the best overclocking
experiences while including modern ROG touches with a radical
aesthetic for gamers. Apex is crafted to be a natural fit for
showcase PC builds for gaming and style-conscious enthusiasts —
where pure adrenaline meets pure style.
Redefining Limits
The Maximus IX Apex is positioned as a true performance-oriented
motherboard, with ROG's R&D team breaking all the boundaries to
create the most optimal trace layout and highest-quality power
delivery. With its 2-DIMM DRAM design, Apex has already surpassed
the performance peak by setting multiple world records and global
first places to break several long-standing records. These include
the best Intel© Core™ CPU-frequency since the X58 platform-based
motherboards, with a record of 7.383GHz on a single core and one
thread and 7.328GHz on four cores and eight threads. It also set a
reference clock (BCLK) at 584MHz and a memory frequency surpassing
the 5GHz, with 5041MHz. In total, Maximus IX Apex hasbroken 8 WRs
13 GFPs
Overclocker's Toolkit The Right Tool For The Job
12 hardware-level controls
The full spread of onboard ROG overclocking features is present.
Dual BIOS/Switch allow you to experiment with different firmware
versions and provide a path for recovery in case one becomes
corrupt. There're also Pause, DIMM Jumper and PCIe switch, Safe
Boot and ReTry buttons. They're quick, easy and real time-savers!
There's also an LN2 mode switch to aid POST at sub-zero
temperatures, and a Slow Mode switch to help stability at critical
moments when at the ragged edge.
Condensation Detection Circuit
Specialized circuitry allows the board to detect when condensation
occurs on the back of the board. Divided into 3 distinct sections,
the CPU, DRAM, and PCIE, the circuit provides a useful warning for
when the each area may be at risk for a short.
Condensation Detection Circuit
Specialized circuitry allows the board to detect when condensation
occurs on the back of the board. Divided into 3 distinct sections,
the CPU, DRAM, and PCIE, the circuit provides a useful warning for
when the each area may be at risk for a short.
King Of Memory Overclocking
4266MHz
With support for DDR4 memory, ROG Strix Z270E Gaming lets you
drive memory frequencies to 3866MHz and beyond when overclocked!
ASUS-exclusive T-Topology circuit design provides superb
memory-overclocking capability to unleash the full power of DDR4 by
minimizing coupling noise and signal reflection. With innovative
equidistant memory channels, T-Topology delivers balanced control
and powerful overclocking compatibility.
ASUS Pro Clock technology with Extreme Engine Digi+
A dedicated base-clock generator designed for 7th Generation
Intel® processors allows overclocked base clock frequencies up to
or beyond 425MHz*. This custom solution works in tandem with the
ASUS TurboV processing unit to enhance voltage and base-clock
overclocking control — providing an exciting new way to boost
performance to extreme heights.
Revolutionary Design
Dimm.2
Exclusive DIMM.2 module is expansion card that allows 2 M.2 drives
to be connected via a DDR3 interface.
The innovative design allows you to add a DRAM cooler to direct
airflow towards the M.2 drives to prevent throttling caused by
high-temperature.
Dual Pcie Gen 3 M.2
Exclusive DIMM.2 module is expansion card that allows 2 M.2 drives
to be connected via a DDR3 interface.
The innovative design allows you to add a DRAM cooler to direct
airflow towards the M.2 drives to prevent throttling caused by
high-temperature.
USB 3.1 Type A+C
Ultimate-Speed 10GBIT/S With Onboard USB 3.1
X-shaped PCB
Epoch-making cutting streamline the PCB to resemble an asymmetrical
X, which gives the Maximus Apex a radical appearance. The cutous
allows Aura Sync to shine through to add more appeal to style
conscious gaming enthusiasts.
Aircraft Inspired Heatsink
The heatsink design wows you at the first sight with F117
nighthawk-inspired aesthetics. A polygon-centered with unusual
sharp edges and flat surfaces to create identical impact.
Illuminated custom nameplate
Your board, your insignia. The Apex exclusively equip with bundled
nameplate kit so you can personalize the board by adding the text
or logo you want with built-in Aura RGB to shine through.
Tape
Remove the protective film from the custom name plate, and adhere
the modified black sticker.
Mount
Mount the new nameplate onto the board with the provided
screws.
Best Gaming LIGHTING
Aura lighting control
Customize your own favorite LED effects with Aura, the intuitive
lighting-control software, to cast a stunning multi-color glow
across your build via the ROG Maximus IX Formula's brilliant
built-in RGB LEDs or attached RGB strips via the two onboard 4-pin
headers ─ all lights will perform in perfect synchronization! Fire
up Aura and enjoy the creative freedom of nine different lighting
schemes.
Outshine the competition
ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED technology makes ROG Strix Z270I Gaming the
control hub for your illumination ambitions — so it's easy to
synchronize incredible lighting effects between compatible
components, including RGB LED strips, graphics cards, keyboards and
even mice! Change all LEDs in unison or employ dynamic modes to
flow the illumination effects smoothly across all synchronized
devices.
Best gaming water cooling
Fully dominate your water-cooling system
ROG Water Cooling Zone
ROG's innovative Water-Cooling Zone lets you monitor your cooling
system like never before. ROG Water-Cooling Zone's dual
water-temperature headers and flow-rate header feed information
straight into ROG's intuitive Fan Xpert 4 utility ─ so you can stay
on top of the heat and stay cool in every game!
3d printing friendly
Make it your own
ASUS is the first motherboard manufacturer to support 3D printing,
making it easy to customize your motherboard's appearance and
improve system performance with a range of printable parts.
Exclusive 3D Mount For Easy Installation
Dedicated 3D Mounts on the motherboard makes fitting 3D-printed
parts easy. Using the same screws as M.2 drives and standard
motherboard mounting holes, you can easily add nameplates, cable
covers, or an M.2 fan holder in a matter of moments.
3D-printable accessories
As system parts are visible in custom PC builds, make yours stand
out from the competition with 3D-printed accessories.
Optimal gaming experience
ONE-CLICK OVERCLOCK AND COOLING, DONE!
Performance, efficiency, digital power, fan control and
networking ─ tailored to the way you play
You don't need to be an expert to max out gaming performance on
your ROG Maximus IX Formula build — because 5-Way Optimization
sorts all the complex settings with a click, for instant, highly
controllable performance boosts! Exclusive ROG technology
dynamically optimizes essential aspects of your system, based on
real-time use — so you get superb CPU performance, everyday energy
savings, ultra-stable digital power, cool and quiet fans and
networking settings that are tailored for the apps that you are
using. In short, 5-Way Optimization ensures that your PC is perfect
for gaming, entertainment, and productivity!
- Games run swiftly and smoothly with high-performance and
prioritized bandwidth.
- Fans stay whisper-quiet for everydaay computing, and ensure
extreme cooling efficiency whehen gaming.
- Stutter is eliminated for smooth-running apps, even under heavy
loads.
- Energy waste is reduced so you'll save money and the earth.
Cooler by design
Play quieter and cooler with advanced fan and water-pump controls
for the ultimate in undisturbed gaming. With onboard thermal
sensors and hardware-level 4-pin/3-pin PWM/DC mode detection, Fan
Xpert 4 makes sure every fan achieves the best balance of cooling
performance and low noise ─ so you enjoy all the performance you
demand with none of the racket!
Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOS
The smoothest, slickest mouse-controlled graphical BIOS has been
improved to make it even more gorgeous. Whether you're a PC novice
or a seasoned overclocker, the EZ and Advanced modes help you find
your way, quickly and easily.
Best gaming audio
Supemefx
Shielded Audio, Superior Sound
ROG Strix's awesome SupremeFX audio technology has levelled up,
delivering an exceptional 113 dB signal-to-noise ratio on the
line-in connection for best-ever ROG recording quality! We've also
added a low-dropout regulator for cleaner power delivery to the
SupremeFX S1220A codec, plus Texas Instruments® RC4580 and OPA1688
op-amps for high gain with low distortion. It all adds up to audio
that envelops you as never before!
Best gaming networking
More throughput and less processing equals faster online
play
Intel Ethernet
ROG Maximus IX Hero features the very latest Intel® Ethernet
(I219-V) for faster, smoother gaming. Intel's LAN has the serious
double advantage of reducing CPU overhead and offering
exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput, so there's more power
for your game and your gameplay.
Pumped-up throughput. Best surge protection
LANGuard
LANGuard means safer, more reliable connections for your battles!
Advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounting
processes join forces to protect your ROG Maximus IX Hero
motherboard's connection, plus electrostatically guarded and
surge-protected components (ESD Guards) for 1.9x greater tolerance
to static electricity and 2.5x greater protection (up to 15kV)
against surges!
Best gaming protection
Protect your graphic cards investment
Safeslot
As a gamer you demand stability and durability, so ROG integrates
long-lasting, premium components, plus exclusive smart DIY designs
across the board — ensuring the best gaming experiences.
Protect your graphic cards investment
Safeslot
As a gamer you demand stability and durability, so ROG integrates
long-lasting, premium components, plus exclusive smart DIY designs
across the board — ensuring the best gaming experiences.
Stay in the game
Overwolf
A clever, unobtrusive overlay keeps you in the game and allows you
to browse the Web, email, IM, stream or record while you play. The
overlay is dressed in color-matched ROG skins to show you're part
of an elite pack. Grab it now from Overwolf's app store!
Image your drives, the smart way
ROG Clone Drive
All-new ROG Clone Drive is the smart, convenient cloning solution
that quickly and efficiently replicates hard drives or SSDs. Clone
Drive is so smart that it can clone one drive to two target drives
at the same time, or image any file from your disk at breakneck
speeds.
Speed your game loads
RAMCache II
ROG's uniquely intelligent technology effectively caches an entire
storage device so that favorite games and apps launch at breakneck
speeds: going to work the moment it's activated. RAMCache II turns
milliseconds into microseconds to boost game-load times to
stratospheric levels!
VR ready
ROG Maximus IX Hero isn't just VR Ready — it goes way beyond! The
ASUS ROG Beyond VR Ready marque means that ROG Maximus IX Hero has
been tested with loads of class-leading components to ensure that
your productivity, gaming and entertainment needs are tuned for
maximum performance after you've taken off the headset. ASUS Beyond
VR Ready opens up a new way to configure and build your dream
system with total confidence.
The power of intel
Ready for 7th Generation and 6th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core
i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron processors
This motherboard supports 7th Generation and 6th Generation Intel
Core™ i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors in the
LGA1151 package. Integrated graphics, memory and PCI Express®
controllers support onboard graphics output with dedicated
chipsets, two-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI Express
3.0/2.0 lanes for great performance.
Intel® Z270 chipset
The Intel® Z270 is a single-chipset design that supports 7th
Generation and 6th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core™ i7/Core i5/Core
i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors. It provides improved performance
by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased
bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the Z270 chipset provides a
maximum of 10 USB 3.0 ports, six SATA 6Gbps ports, and 32Gbps M.2
and PCIe 3.0 lane speed support, for faster data retrieval. Intel
Z270 also supports integrated graphics, so you'll enjoy the very
latest in graphics performance.
General
| Brand: |
Asus
|
| Release date: |
2017 |
| Package Dimensions: |
360 x 310 x 110mm (L x W x H) |
| Categories: |
Computers >
Components >
Motherboards
|
| LSN: |
XCS-PYE-SJ2-2 |
| Barcode: |
0889349650684 |
| Component For: |
PC
|
| Model Number: |
90MB0T90-M0EAY0
|
Supported CPU
| Processor Series: |
Intel® Celeron®
•
Intel® Pentium®
|
Chipset
| Chipset: |
Intel® Z270
|
| Chipset Family: |
Intel
|
Memory
| Maximum Memory Supported: |
32 GB
|
| Memory Standard: |
DDR4-SDRAM
|
| Non-ECC: |
Yes
|
| Slot Type: |
DIMM
|
| Supported Clock Speed: |
2133
•
2400
•
2666
•
2800
•
3000
•
3200
•
3300
•
3333
•
3400
•
3466
•
3500
•
3600
•
3733
•
3800
•
3866
•
4000
•
4133
•
4266
|
| Unbuffered Memory: |
Yes
|
Storage
Onboard
| Fan Connectors: |
3
|
| USB Ports: |
3
|
Expansion Slots
| SLI / Crossfire Support: |
2-Way SLI
•
4-Way CrossFireX
•
Quad-GPU SLI
|
Rear Panel Ports
| DisplayPort: |
1
|
| Ethernet: |
1
|
| HDMI: |
1
|
| Headphone Out: |
1
|
| Mic In: |
Yes
|
| PS/2: |
2
|
| S/PDIF Out: |
Yes
|
| USB 3.0: |
1
|
BIOS
| BIOS Type: |
UEFI
|
| Back to BIOS Button: |
Yes
|
| Clear BIOS Button: |
Yes
|
Power
Networking
| Ethernet / LAN: |
Yes
|
| Ethernet Interface Type: |
Gigabit Ethernet
|
| Lan Chipset: |
Intel® I219-V
|
Ports
| USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A Ports: |
6
|
| USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Ports: |
1
|
| USB 3.1 (Gen 2) Type-A Ports: |
1
|
Package Contents
| Cables: |
SATA
|
| Manuals: |
Yes
|
System Requirements
| Windows Operating Systems Supported: |
Windows 10 Education
•
Windows 10 Education x64
•
Windows 10 Enterprise
•
Windows 10 Enterprise x64
•
Windows 10 Home
•
Windows 10 Home x64
•
Windows 10 Pro
•
Windows 10 Pro x64
•
Windows 7 Enterprise
•
Windows 7 Enterprise x64
•
Windows 7 Home Basic
•
Windows 7 Home Basic x64
•
Windows 7 Home Premium
•
Windows 7 Home Premium x64
•
Windows 7 Professional
•
Windows 7 Professional x64
•
Windows 7 Starter
•
Windows 7 Starter x64
•
Windows 7 Ultimate
•
Windows 7 Ultimate x64
•
Windows 8
•
Windows 8 Enterprise
•
Windows 8 Enterprise x64
•
Windows 8 Pro
•
Windows 8 Pro x64
•
Windows 8 x64
•
Windows 8.1
•
Windows 8.1 Enterprise
•
Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64
•
Windows 8.1 Pro
•
Windows 8.1 Pro x64
•
Windows 8.1 x64
|
Physical Specification
| Form Factor: |
ATX
|
| Item Depth (mm): |
272
|
| Item Width (mm): |
305
|
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