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Chapter 1 – Asus Crosshair V Formula-Z User Manual

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For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit

(PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a

minimum power of 350 W.

Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. Otherwise, the system

will not boot.

Connect the 4-pin EZ_PLUG power plugs to ensure sufficient power supply when you

install multiple graphics cards.

We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a

system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or

may not boot up if the power is inadequate.

If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with

1000W power or above to ensure the system stability.

If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system,

refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.

com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details.

10. ATX power connectors

(24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V_1; 4-pin EATX12V_2; 4-pin EZ_PLUG)
These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are

designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and

push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.