[ INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT // MOTHERBOARDS ]
ASUS Rampage IV Extreme
Intel X79 / Sandy Bridge-E and Ivy Bridge-E HEDT, 2011. This record documents the named model and its documented variants; confirm the PCB revision, submodel and firmware on the physical unit.
REVISION WARNING: Similar model names and PCB revisions may have different processors, connectors or firmware. Read the silkscreen and assembly code; use the support files for that exact board variant.
Specifications
| Catalog subcategory | Enthusiast Intel platforms |
|---|---|
| Exact model / era | ASUS Rampage IV Extreme — Intel X79 / Sandy Bridge-E and Ivy Bridge-E HEDT, 2011 |
| CPU and socket / SoC | LGA2011 Core i7 Extreme and Xeon E5 processors only as listed by ASUS for board revision and BIOS |
| Chipset / platform | Intel X79 Express |
| Memory | Eight DDR3 DIMM slots, quad-channel; maximum capacity and data rates depend on CPU and validated DIMMs |
| Slots and connectivity | E-ATX; four PCIe 3.0 x16-length slots plus auxiliary PCIe, lane wiring depends on CPU; SATA 6 Gb/s/3 Gb/s, USB 3.0, dual Gigabit LAN and ROG diagnostics |
| Firmware | ASUS UEFI BIOS; Ivy Bridge-E and Xeon support are BIOS-specific. Use Rampage IV Extreme files, not Black Edition firmware. |
Compatibility and revision notes
LGA2011 HEDT processors and X79 Xeons are not interchangeable based on socket fit. Confirm the eight DIMM channel map, BIOS version and graphics lane allocation in the manual.
Socket, connector shape and family branding alone do not establish compatibility. Verify the exact processor list, minimum BIOS, memory population table, power input, dimensions, and shared-lane behavior in the cited manual before installation.
Preservation and repair
Inspect LGA2011 socket contacts with the proper ESD and magnification setup; verify the socket loading mechanism and VRM cooling. Preserve ROG Connect/BIOS profiles and document onboard debug-code readings.
For archival preservation, photograph the PCB, labels, connectors and included accessories before cleaning. Record serial/date codes, firmware versions, known faults, prior repairs and test conditions; use ESD-safe handling and do not power a board with loose conductive hardware beneath it.
Sources & further reading
- ASUS Rampage IV Extreme — product/manual referenceModel-specific platform, board layout and interface reference.
- ASUS Rampage IV Extreme — support and firmware resourcesSupport documentation; match the PCB revision, CPU support list and firmware release to the physical board.
Manufacturer/model documentation is the primary reference. Where vendor support is archived, match its revision notes to the board and do not cross-flash firmware from a similar product.