ASUS announced Maximus VI Impact
TECHNOLOGY
ASUS Republic of Gamers Introduces Maximus VI Impact
Mini-ITX Gaming Motherboard
with Intel Z87 Chipset
SupremeFX Impact audio, onboard 802.11ac and the
same powerful overclocking features as ATX motherboards give an unbeatable
foundation for compact PCs
ASUS announced Maximus VI Impact, a mini-ITX gaming motherboard based on Intel Z87
chipset for the latest 4th generation Intel® Core™
processors.
Maximus VI Impact is the first ROG mini-ITX
motherboard to be fully loaded with exclusive gamer-pleasing
innovations and proves size is no longer an indicator of
performance. It features the SupremeFX Impact discrete sound
card for best-in-class 115dB SNR audio and Impact Power digital
power-management technology for the same renowned overclocking
control as ROG full-size ATX
motherboards. Maximus VI Impact also takes connectivity to the next level with
onboard 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0.
Maximus VI Impact has undergone hundreds
of rigorous tests to ensure compatibility with popular mini-ITX cases and
processor coolers. So if something’s made for mini-ITX, it’s made for Maximus
VI Impact.
ROG Maximus VI Impact features the SupremeFX Impact
discrete sound card with a custom design that keeps the PCI Express x16 slot
free. The exclusive dual-differential
circuit design splits the audio chip’s analog signal into opposing phases that
are combined by four operational amplifiers (op-amps) to produce a single,
stronger and cleaner output, while premium ELNA® audio
capacitors smooth high and low-frequency signals to deliver warmer sounds.
Maximus VI Impact also features Perfect Voice
technology that uses active noise cancellation on the microphone input to keep
VoIP chat clear in noisy environments, and Music PnP technology that allows
external sound sources to play through PC speakers when the PC is shut down.
Together with exclusive SupremeFX Shielding that reduces audio distortion from
electromagnetic interference, lossless 115dB output and the ability to drive
high-impedance headphones (up to 600ohms), Maximus VI Impact takes mini-ITX
audio to new heights.
Ultra-stable
overclocking and fantastic connectivity
ROG engineers designed Maximus VI Impact for
demanding gamers who want the convenience of mini-ITX size without sacrificing
overclocking and compatibility features. Based on ROG Extreme
Engine DIGI+ III technology, Impact Power is
compact voltage-regulator module (VRM) with 60A BlackWing chokes and 10K black
metallic capacitors that gives precise digital power management for complete
overclocking control that’s on a par with ROG full-size ATX
motherboards.
Maximus VI Impact takes
connectivity to the next level, too. The compact mPCIe Combo II + Wi-Fi
802.11ac/Bluetooth 4.0 add-on card delivers Wi-Fi speeds up to three times faster than
802.11n, while an M.2 slot supports the latest high-performance SSDs.
Geared
for gamers
ROG Maximus VI Impact is also packed
with exclusive features to help gamers dominate the battlefield. Sonic Radar
detects source of in-game sounds and plots them on an on-screen overlay for a
unique method of pinpointing the enemy, while Intel Gigabit Ethernet with ROG
GameFirst II technology eliminates online game lag by prioritizing traffic for
optimum ping rates.
Other bundled tools include ROG RAMDisk that allows
up to 80% of a computer’s available RAM to act as a high-speed virtual drive
for accelerated game-loading times, while SSD Secure Erase built in to Maximus
VI Impact’s UEFI BIOS lets users quickly restore drives to a factory-fresh
condition for the best possible performance.
User-friendly
diagnostic features
Built-in
diagnostic and troubleshooting features on the I/O backplate make it
easier for PC enthusiasts to test different overclocking
configurations with ROG Maximus VI Impact. The Q-Code display shows two-digit
codes for rapid identification of POST errors, while pressing the DirectKey
button enters the UEFI button immediately. Maximus VI Impact also features a
MemOK! button on the motherboard that automatically loads failsafe memory
settings when overly aggressing timing prevents the PC from booting.
Some
additional details about the products:
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SPECIFICATIONS 1
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CPU support
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Chipset
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Intel Z87 Express
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Memory slots
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2 x DIMM (maximum 16GB
DDR3) 3000MHz+ (OC)
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Expansion Slots
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1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16
slot
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Graphics
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Integrated Intel HD
Graphics
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Audio
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ROG SupremeFX Impact with 7.1 audio with 115dB
SNR output
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Key connectivity
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6 x USB 3.0
6 x USB 2.0
1 x optical S/PDIF out
1 x HDMI port
1 x DisplayPort
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Networking
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Dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi
Intel I217-V Gigabit
Ethernet
Bluetooth 4.0
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Power delivery
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Impact Power (8+2 phase)
with 60A BlackWing chokes and 10K black metallic capacitors
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Other
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ROG-exclusive tools and
utilities including Sonic Radar, GameFirst II, RAMDisk and SSD Secure Erase.
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About
ASUS Motherboards
Driven by
homegrown innovation and dedication to absolute quality, ASUS has become the
standard for motherboard excellence across diverse product ranges, leading the
industry in global sales and positive customer feedback. Acknowledged by
numerous accolades, ASUS motherboards propel computing forward with pioneering
inventions. These include New DIGI+ Power Control, Dual Intelligent Processors
for combined performance boosts and energy savings, and the unique
whole-motherboard heat protection offered by the company’s TUF Series Thermal
Armor and Thermal Radar. ASUS Republic of Gamers motherboards enable unfettered
overclocking and performance tuning, serving as the mainstays of numerous world
computing records. Important ASUS exclusives such as USB 3.0 Boost with UASP
support, USB BIOS Flashback, and UEFI BIOS with EZ Mode demonstrate the ASUS
commitment to harmonizing ingenuity and environmental responsibility with care
for the people who use technology in everyday life.
ABOUT
ASUS
ASUS is a worldwide top-three consumer notebook
vendor and maker of the world’s best-selling, most award-winning, motherboards.
A leading enterprise in the new digital era, ASUS designs and manufactures
products that perfectly meet the needs of today’s digital home and office, with
a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives,
displays, desktop and all-in-one PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers, multimedia
devices, wireless solutions, networking devices, tablets and smartphones.
Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 4,168 awards in 2012
and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with its Eee PC™.
ASUS has more than 12,500 employees around the globe with a world-class R&D
team of 3,800 engineers. Company revenue for 2012 was approximately US$14
billion.
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