ASUS ROG Maximus III Formula P55 Motherboard Launched

ROG Maximus III Series Motherboards Promise Maximum In-game Immersion - P55-based ATX Maximus III Formula and mATX Maximus III GENE Boast Industry-leading Features that Deliver Unprecedented Realism in Games

ASUS today added the Maximus III Formula and Maximus III GENE to its Republic of Gamers (ROG) lineup of high performance motherboards. Based on Intel's P55 chipset and purpose-designed for gaming, both motherboards are equipped with a wealth of exclusive gamer-centric features that improve all facets of the user's gaming and overclocking experience-from improved in-game response and reduced Internet latency, to convenient hardware-based, real-time tweaking. The ATX Maximus III Formula is targeted at PC enthusiasts, hardcore gamers and early adopters who crave leading-edge specifications, enhanced extensibility, and the cool factor, while the mATX Maximus III GENE is designed for case modders and budget-conscious gamers who prefer small-yet power-packed-machines.

Bearing the Hallmarks of their High-end Heritage
ASUS' Maximus III Series motherboards are designed to deliver the no-holds-barred gaming performance and gamer-tailored features that have earned ROG its renown amongst gamers. Armed with the best components and top-end technologies, these motherboards ensure users the best possible and most immersive gaming experience on the P55 platform.

Designed for Maximum Immersion Maximus III Series motherboards are packed with advanced gaming features that deliver the best in-game experience, and give users a decisive edge over their opponents.

GameFirst
A unique traffic shaping technology, GameFirst manages the flow of traffic according to users' needs so that they can still perform Web-based tasks, download and upload files, and engage in Internet chat while maintaining the low ping times needed to dominate their opponents during online gaming.

Speeding HDD
Utilizing a dual channel design, Speeding HDD doubles data transfer rates, slashing game loads and data access times. To enjoy this technology, users simply have to connect two HDDs to the specially-marked SATA connectors on the Maximus III Series motherboard. The drives are set-up automatically-no manual configuration is required.

SupremeFX X-Fi
With its premium components and support for Creative Labs' acclaimed Crystalizer, CMSS3D and EAX technologies, SupremeFX X-Fi delivers the most realistic and accurate audio in games. This iteration of SupremeFX X-Fi also supports Blu-ray output.

Designed for Maximum Tweakability
Maximus III Series motherboards feature a revolutionary overclocking interface dubbed ROG Connect. ROG Connect enables users to link up to the embedded iROG controller via a separate PC-such as a notebook-connected via a USB cable. This allows users to tune the main system at a purely hardware level in real-time, as well as view POST code and hardware status readouts, on a notebook or netbook-just like a race car engineer.

Designed for Maximum Compatibility
Memory is temperamental, and oftentimes difficult to tune. ROG Maximus III Series motherboards enables users to easily circumvent potential memory compatibility issues with the inclusion of MemPerfect, a tool that automatically tests, fixes, and adjusts memory for the best possible performance. The result is greater system stability, optimized speed, and the ability to resolve issues quickly without having to manually perform lengthy memory tests.

Designed for Users with Differing Needs
While both Maximus III Series motherboards feature the same rich complement of features to enhance users' gaming and computing experience-such as ROG Connect, GameFirst and MemPerfect-they are available in two different form factors to cater to the needs of different users.

The ATX Maximus III Formula is designed for hardcore gamers and performance seekers who demand the very best specifications and superior extensibility. The mATX Maximus III GENE, on the other hand, is designed for case modders and budget-conscious gamers who prefer smaller machines, yet desire the power and features that only ROG can provide.

Model	ROG Maximus III Formula	ROG Maximus III GENE
CPU	Supports Intel Processors in the LGA1156 Package*	Supports Intel Processors in the LGA1156 Package
Chipset	Intel P55	Intel P55
Memory	4 x DIMM, Dual Channel, up to 16GB DDR3 2133(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1800(O.C)/1600(O.C.)/1333/1066 MHz	4 x DIMM, Dual Channel, up to 16GB DDR3 2133(O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066 MHz
Expansion Slots	3 x PCIe x16 slot, (2 x 2.0 support single at x16 or dual at x8; 1 x 1.0 at x4)	2 x PCIe2.0 x16 slot (support single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode)
	2 x PCIe 1.0 x1	1 x PCIe 1.0 x4
	1 x PCI 2.2	1 x PCI 2.2
Multi-GPU	NVIDIA Quad SLI^TM / ATI CrossFireX^TM ready	NVIDIA Quad SLI^TM / ATI CrossFireX^TM ready
Storage	10 x SATA 3Gb/s (2 x Speeding HDD SATA / 2 x SATA_ODD / 6 x Standard SATA) 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s	7 x SATA 3Gb/s 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s
LAN	Realtek RTL8110SC PCI Gigabit LAN controller	Gigabit LAN controller featuring AI NET2
LAN	ROG GameFirst	ROG GameFirst
High Definition Audio	SupremeFX X-Fi 8-Ch. discrete audio card with EAX4.0 support; supports Blu-ray output	8-CH. SupremeFX X-Fi built-in with EAX4.0 support; supports Blu-ray output
IEEE 1394a	2 x 1394a ports (1 port at rear, 1 port onboard)	2 x 1394a ports (1 port at rear, 1 port onboard)
USB	14 x USB 2.0 (5 at rear, 9 onboard)	14 x USB 2.0 (9 at rear, 5 onboard)
Other I/O Ports	1 x PS/2, 1 x eSATA, 1 x IEEE 1394a , 1 x Clr CMOS, 1 x Optical S/PDIF	1 x PS/2, 1 x eSATA, 1 x IEEE 1394a , 1 x Clr CMOS, 1 x Optical S/PDIF, 1 x ROG connect On/Off switch
Fan connectors	8 x fan connectors (1 x CPU / 1 x PWR / 3 x Chassis / 3 x Optional)	5 x fan connectors (1 x CPU / 2 x Chassis / 2 x Optional)
Software	Kaspersky Anti-Virus (1-year full edition)	Kaspersky Anti-Virus (1-year full edition)
Features	ROG Connect, GameFirst, MemPerfect, MemOK!, CPU Level Up, Extreme Tweaker, iROG, ASUS Q-LED, Loadline Calibration, EPU, Q-Fan plus, Voltiminder LED	ROG Connect, GameFirst, MemPerfect, MemOK!, CPU Level Up, Extreme Tweaker, iROG, ASUS Q-LED, Loadline Calibration, EPU, Voltiminder LED
Form Factor	ATX, 12" x 9.6"	mATX Form Factor, 9.6" x 9.6"
MSRP	$265	$209

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