Overclocking through this utility is also part of the package. We have full control over the fans in the case through the Fan Xpert utility: Needless to say, on the whole we are not disappointed. Also to hand is a ROG themed CPU-Z, in order to detect accurately the clock speed of the processor.ĪI Suite II: As this software is now a few generations into the ASUS blood line, the effort from ASUS to have seamless integration and complete functionality is paramount. The bulk of ASUS’ software is always to be found in AI Suite, and in the land of ROG motherboards, we get a ROG specific skin. The ROG board is the only 990FX we are testing today to have an Intel network controller, a non-Realtek audio solution, and one of only two to support ECC memory according to the specifications. Support for DDR3, 1066-2133 MHz, ECC or Non-ECCĦ x SATA 6 Gbps, Support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 10ħ x SATA 6 Gbps (6 Chipset, 1 Controller) With the Crosshair V Formula, we get plenty of SATA cables and SLI connectors to fit the bill.īoard Features ASUS Crosshair V Formula (990FX)įour DDR3 DIMM slots supporting up to 32 GB For a top of the range Republic of Gamers’ motherboard, we all want goodies in the box.
