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Manufacturer Warranty
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- Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year
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ASUS presents a peak gaming platform with the NVIDIA 680i based Striker Extreme. Intel’s Socket T will support LGA775 based processors including the new Quad-core, and the DIMM slots will support up to 8GB of DDR2-800 memory for maximum gaming power. The 3, yes THREE, PCI-E x16 slots will support 2 GPU cards at x16 and a physics card at x8 speeds. There is one ATA133 header and ,6 SATAII headers for drive connectivity. Four back panel and 6 internal headers give you up to 10 USB 2.0 ports and there are up to 2 FireWire ports (1 back panel and 1 header). Two gigabit LAN connectors provide maximum network access. Two eSATA ports give you high speed access to your external data storage devices.
The SupremeFX audio system is an 8 channel setup that has jack sensing for 2, 4, 6 or 8 channel speaker systems. Also included is the DTS Connect feature which converts your stereo or multi-channel audio into a DTS audio signal and sends it out to any DTS enabled system and can also convert your standard stereo audio into a multi-channel experience through the computer’s speaker system.
In order to get you up and gaming faster ASUS built a number of handy features into the board such as EL I/O which lights up your back panel connections, on-board LEDs to help you setup without using a flashlight, an LCD Poster to let you know of any errors during post and an on-board switch to make overclocking and other system adjustments easier.
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Bought two, so I'll post twice
- Pros: I had one socketed with an E6600 C2D, purchased March 07 with the v1004 BIOS -- didn't have a problem. Schweet over-clocking. Flashed the BIOS forgetting to reset the CMOS (generally a good procedure; specifically urged in the manual); panicked; bought a second one; got the failed BIOS replaced through BIOSMan.com; discovered the first board was still great; decided to keep both. Running Q6600 now with Crucial Ballistix DDR2-1000's -- 3 GB-worth. The original board is awaiting a case-mod for use with VISTA 64-bit OS and Crucial Tracers.
- Cons: I was watching these cust-reviews since November, '06, and they have continued -- statistically -- to be ambiguous and controversial. You'd think, purchasing two, I'd get a "bad board," but no. You DO need to know what you're doing, match with good memory -- but personally, I haven't had a problem. The bad BIOS-flash was my fault.
- Other Thoughts: To date, this "last-year's Cadillac" of the ASUS line is certified Wolfsdale (Penryn) compatible, but not for the quad Yorkfield. Maybe a BIOS revision will resolve that problem -- maybe not. It's rock-stable with either an E6600 or Q6600 by my own experience, so would work with any Conroe or Kentsfield processor.
Bench Technician Dream Board
- Pros: LED lighted feature rich board with power on, reset and rtclk reset buttons on the MB. ALL options for your system is BIOS configurable from FSB to ALL memory timings and CPU Multiplier. New MB packaging is very good. Superbeam Mic is excellent. 680i chipset + 8800 GTS/GTX = awesome video and graphics reproduction. It just looks better. Need to see it.
- Cons: The soundmax card lacks volume umph and sometimes crackles. The BIOS HALTS on all errors, so if you OC one too many and system hangs during post, you will need to disconnect devices until you find the one causing the hang and THEN you can go back to BIOS setup. Build it on the bench first, get it OC stable and then put it in the case. You will soon see why the reset, power and clr rtclk buttons are on the MB. Minimum memory s/b PC8500 and 1100-1200mhz memory would be better.
- Other Thoughts: Unless you're drawn to the LED lights, you'd probably be just as happy with the P5N32-E SLI. Need the 1333 FSB CPU now and 1200 mhz memory. Newegg rocks my DIY with this MB, an X6800 CPU with corsair PC8500C5 SLI certified memory and 2 8800GTS in SLI. 3DMark06 score is 13,859. CPU at 3.5 being held back by memory speed.
| Model | Striker Extreme |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 775 |
| CPU Type | Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo |
| FSB | 1333/1066MHz |
| North Bridge | NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI |
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Google for CPU INIT
- Pros: Well, it's probably one of the better 680i boards.. when it works.
- Cons: This is a board that in a batch of 30 or 40, at least 8-10 have issues wherein they will suddenly "lock" presenting an LED readout of only "CPU INIT" Asus Forums are full of suggestions, some of which work... some of the time. Some of which work.. none of the time. It's a gigantic gamble.
- Other Thoughts: This is one of those things that for it's price should work right every time. But we've had more and more people tell us that this board has a tendency to flake. The flakery is systemic, their forums are filled with reports and having a motherboard, especially one this pricey, with this kind of problems and no support for 45nm Quad Cores is no good. Look elsewhere; even 780i strip downs will perform better with newer features and less headache.
Striker Extreme-ly likely to be DOA
- Pros: None. Its like owning a flood damaged porsche. It may look good but what good is that if it doesn't run.
- Cons: Bought first one. Got delivered, installed it. DOA. ok, these things happen. Went through the RMA process and got a second one. Worked fine for a week then audio stopped working. Next came extremely high CPU temp's (70+). Re-installed the heatsink, changed out the thermal grease with same result. Bought and installed new heatsink, same thing. Try and play any games, it shuts itself down. Called ASUS customer support. Spent the standard 45 minutes on hold, before speaking to a guy who was nasty. When I explained that what I had done, he said it must be my processor. I told him I had tested it in another board and it was fine. Back on hold for another 35 minutes. Finally RMA, request but out of stock. Expect 4 to 5 weeks. Will never buy another ASUS product.
- Other Thoughts: Newegg has been very helpfull. Called customer support this morning and got a live person on the phone within 3 minutes. Explained my problems and frustrations and they are handling the RMA. Very happy with Newegg and will continue to buy parts from them, just will not be buying anything from ASUS. Newegg's only fault in my opinion is that they should stop selling a board that obviously (from looking online) has so many problems.
Keeps on ticking
- Pros: Great layout, roomy enough for all the goodies, add-on sound card is very good, accepted my Q6600 immediately, once assembled everything posted without fail. Tweaking is easily done with careful consideration as to what you are doing. This board is an excellent piece.
- Cons: Only one thing comes to mind, it will not accept the Soundblaster X-Fi Fatality Platinum sound card out of the box, you will need to update the BIOS, however, the sound card that comes with this board is very good too, so you may want to wait and see how you like it.
- Other Thoughts: Evry problem I've had so date has been caused by me tweaking on the settings. You can probably save yourself a lot of time on hold with the "Snotty" service techs at ASUS by jumping the RTC-Clear pins and removing the battery. The clear cmos button does not over-ride some mistakes.
| Model |
| Brand |
ASUS |
| Model |
Striker Extreme |
| Supported CPU |
| CPU Socket Type |
LGA 775 |
| CPU Type |
Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo |
| FSB |
1333/1066/800MHz
Available when CPU's supporting 1333MHz FSB |
| Chipsets |
| North Bridge |
NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI |
| Memory |
| Number of Memory Slots |
4×240pin |
| Memory Standard |
DDR2 800 |
| Maximum Memory Supported |
8GB |
| Channel Supported |
Dual Channel |
| Expansion Slots |
| PCI Express x16 |
2 x PCI Express x16 slot,support NVIDIA SLI technology,at full x16,x16 speed(blue)
1 x PCI Express x16, at x8 speed(middle) |
| PCI Express x1 |
1 |
| PCI Slots |
2 |
| Other Slots |
SupremeFX Audio Card Slot |
| Storage Devices |
| PATA |
1 x ATA100 2 Dev. Max |
| SATA 3Gb/s |
6 |
| SATA RAID |
NV RAID 0/1/0+1/5 JBOD |
| Additional RAID Controller |
Sil 3132 |
| Onboard Video |
| Onboard Video Chipset |
None |
| Onboard Audio |
| Audio Chipset |
ADI AD1988B |
| Audio Channels |
8 Channels |
| Onboard LAN |
| LAN Chipset |
NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI built-in dual Gigabit MAC with external Marvell PHY
Support NVIDIA DualNet Technology |
| Max LAN Speed |
Dual 10/100/1000Mbps |
| Rear Panel Ports |
| PS/2 |
2 |
| USB 1.1/2.0 |
4 x USB 2.0 |
| IEEE 1394 |
1 x IEEE 1394a |
| eSATA |
2 x eSATA 3Gb/s |
| S/PDIF Out |
1 x Optical, 1 x Coaxial |
| Audio Ports |
6 Ports |
| Onboard USB |
| Onboard USB |
6 x USB 2.0 |
| Onboard 1394 |
| Onboard 1394 |
1x 1394a |
| Physical Spec |
| Form Factor |
ATX |
| Dimensions |
12.0" x 9.6" |
| Windows Vista |
Certified for Windows Vista |
| Power Pin |
24 Pin |
| Features |
| Features |
Extreme Tweaker
SupremeFX / DTS Connect / Array Mic / Noise Filter
LCD Poster
EL I/O
Onboard LED
Onboard Switches
Ghost Recon Game Bundle
Futuremark 3D Mark06 Advance Version Bundle |
| Packaging |
| Package Contents |
Striker Extreme
Driver Disk
User Manual
Game Disk
Rear I/O Panel Shield
IDE/PATA Cable
FDD Cable
4 x SATA Cable
3 x 4-pin to SATA Power Cable
Optical Fan
USB Bracket
IEEE1394 Bracket
SLI Bridge
Thermal Sensor Cables
SoundMAX Mic
ASUS Q-Connector Kit
SupremeFX Audio Card |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Parts |
1 year limited |
| Labor |
1 year limited |
Introduction
ASUS presents a peak gaming platform with the NVIDIA 680i based Striker Extreme. Intel’s Socket T will support LGA775 based processors including the new Quad-core, and the DIMM slots will support up to 8GB of DDR2-800 memory for maximum gaming power. The 3, yes THREE, PCI-E x16 slots will support 2 GPU cards at x16 and a physics card at x8 speeds. There is one ATA133 header and ,6 SATAII headers for drive connectivity. Four back panel and 6 internal headers give you up to 10 USB 2.0 ports and there are up to 2 FireWire ports (1 back panel and 1 header). Two gigabit LAN connectors provide maximum network access. Two eSATA ports give you high speed access to your external data storage devices.
The SupremeFX audio system is an 8 channel setup that has jack sensing for 2, 4, 6 or 8 channel speaker systems. Also included is the DTS Connect feature which converts your stereo or multi-channel audio into a DTS audio signal and sends it out to any DTS enabled system and can also convert your standard stereo audio into a multi-channel experience through the computer’s speaker system.
In order to get you up and gaming faster ASUS built a number of handy features into the board such as EL I/O which lights up your back panel connections, on-board LEDs to help you setup without using a flashlight, an LCD Poster to let you know of any errors during post and an on-board switch to make overclocking and other system adjustments easier.
Highlights
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NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI Chipsets
The enthusiast-oriented NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI chipsets deliver outstanding gaming experiences with two SLI-based full-bandwidth PCI Express x16 links and NVIDIA LinkBoost technology automatically delivering additional GPU and MCP bandwidth for unrestricted graphics performance. Take advantage of NVIDIA FirstPacket technology to prioritize your gaming traffic for reduced ping times! Other advanced features include SATA 3Gb/s RAID, dual Gigabit LAN and High Definition Audio.
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Intel Core 2 Processor Support
This motherboard supports next-generation LGA 775 Intel Core 2 processors including the Core 2 Duo, Core 2 Quad and Core 2 Extreme. With Intel’s brand-new Core microarchitecture, the Intel Core 2 processors are considered some of the most powerful and energy-efficient CPUs in the world.
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8 Phase Power Design
The ASUS 8-Phase Power Design protects the CPU and power module from the risk of excessively high power stress to greatly extend CPU lifetime and system stability. The highly-efficient design also generates less heat to ensure low ambient temperatures, while the vigorous power pump delivers serious overclocking potential.
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LCD Notice Board
The LCD Notice Board automatically detects device failures and posts physical system errors during POST (Power-on Self-Test) when system malfunctions occur.
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Onboard LEDs
The on-board LEDs illuminate brilliantly for eye-catching fun.
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Onboard Switch
With onboard switches, power on or reset the system without installing the motherboard into the case, shorting the pins or moving jumpers for fast bench testing.
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Quick Specs
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 775 |
| CPU Type | Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo |
| FSB | 1333/1066MHz |
| North Bridge | NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI |
| Memory Standard | DDR2 800 |
| PCI Express x16 | 3 |
| SATA 3Gb/s | 6 |
| PATA | 1 x ATA100 2 Dev. Max |
| Max LAN Speed | Dual 10/100/1000Mbps |
| IEEE 1394 | 1 x IEEE 1394a |
| USB 1.1/2.0 | 4 x USB 2.0 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
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Reviewed By: BonzaiDuck on 11/24/2007
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
