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  • Page 1 CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
  • Page 3 Contents Safety information ....................... v About this guide ......................vi ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO specifications summary ......vii Package contents ...................... xii Installation tools and components ................. xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout ..................1-2...
  • Page 4 Appendix Q-Code table ......................A-1 Notices ........................A-5 ASUS contact information ..................A-12...
  • Page 5 Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
  • Page 6 Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
  • Page 7 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz, un-buffered memory Dual Channel Memory Architecture OptiMem III * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors - 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 SafeSlots (support x16, x8/x8) AMD Ryzen™...
  • Page 8 ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO specifications summary AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support AMD Ryzen™ 4000, 3000, 2000 Series and 2000 G-Series Desktop Processors - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 (PCIe 3.0 x4 and...
  • Page 9 ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO specifications summary Audio Features - SupremeFX Shielding Technology - EESS ® ES9023P High Definition DAC - Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance - Gold-plated audio jacks Audio - Rear optical S/PDIF out port...
  • Page 10 ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-Code - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS Q-DIMM Special Features - ASUS Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Aluminum M.2 heatsink - Chipset passive cooling solution ASUS EZ DIY - BIOS FlashBack™...
  • Page 11 WOL by PXE ® 10 - 64 bit Operating System Windows ATX Form Factor Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5cm x 24.4cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.
  • Page 12 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO motherboard 1 x Addressable RGB extension cable Cables 1 x RGB extension cable 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s)
  • Page 13 Installation tools and components Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) 1 Bag of screws The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
  • Page 15 Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 16 Motherboard layout Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 17 22. Start button 1-24 23. System Panel header 1-25 24. Thermal Sensor header 1-26 25. TPM header 1-27 26. Q-Code LED 1-28 27. Q-LEDs 1-29 28. 8-pin Power Plug LED 1-29 29. Storage Device Activity LED 1-30 ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 18 CPU socket The motherboard comes with a AMD AM4 Socket designed for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series / 4000 G-Series / 3000 Series / 3000 G-Series / 2000 Series / 2000 G-Series desktop processors. • The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket.
  • Page 19 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 20 (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 21 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Please refer to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2 configuration. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 22 Recommended VGA configuration AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series Desktop Processors Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA Triple VGA PCIe 4.0 x16_1 PCIe 4.0 x16_2 PCIe 4.0 x16_3 AMD Ryzen™ 4000 G-Series and 2000 series Desktop Processors Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA Triple VGA PCIe 3.0 x16_1...
  • Page 23 Slot Description Up to 2 SSD on CPU support PCIe 3.0 x16_1 x4+x4 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 • Hyper M.2 X16 series card sold separately. • Enable the Hyper M.2 X16 series card under BIOS settings. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 24 Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan headers! •...
  • Page 25 The Liquid Cooling System headers allow you to connect sensors to monitor the temperature and flow rate of your liquid cooling system. You can manually adjust the fans and water pump to optimize the thermal efficiency of your liquid cooling system. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-11...
  • Page 26 Power connectors These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. The power supply plugs are designed to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted. •...
  • Page 27 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • For AMD X570 chipset, the M.2_2 supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA modes M key design and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-13...
  • Page 28 SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID]. Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can • download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 29 The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-15...
  • Page 30 USB 2.0 header The USB 2.0 header allows you to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
  • Page 31 5V connector is aligned with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-17...
  • Page 32 AURA RGB header The AURA RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips. The AURA RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V). Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply.
  • Page 33 We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. LN2 Mode jumper Set to pins 2-3 to optimize the motherboard to remedy the cold-boot bug during POST and help the system boot successfully. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-19...
  • Page 34 Node header The Node header allows you to control a compatible fan extension card. 1-20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 35 Connect one of the probe onto the GND ProbeIt point, then connect the other probe onto another ProbeIt point to measure the corresponding voltage information. The illustration above is for reference only, the actual motherboard layout and measure points may differ by model. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-21...
  • Page 36 Reset button Press the Reset button to reboot the system. ReTry button The ReTry button is specially designed for overclockers and is most useful during the booting process where the Reset button is rendered useless. Press this button to force the system to reboot while retaining the same settings to be retried in quick succession to achieve a successful POST.
  • Page 37 The system may crash due to the CPU being unstable when using extreme overclocking settings. Enable the Slow Mode switch during LN2 benching to decrease the processor frequency and stabilize the system, allowing you to keep track of the overclocking data. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-23...
  • Page 38 Start button Press the Start button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode (depending on the operating system settings). The button also lights up when the system is plugged to a power source, indicating that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component.
  • Page 39 (depending on the operating system settings). • Reset button header (RESET) The 2-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted reset button. Press the reset button to reboot the system. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-25...
  • Page 40 Thermal Sensor header The Thermal Sensor header allows you to connect a sensor to monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard’s component to detect its temperature.
  • Page 41 The TPM connector allows you to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM). A TPM securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords, data, and also helps enhance network security, protect digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. The TPM is purchased separately. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-27...
  • Page 42 Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. • The Q-Code LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. •...
  • Page 43 The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 1-29...
  • Page 44 Storage Device Activity LED The Storage Device Activity LED lights up or blinks when data is read from or written to the storage device or storage device add-on card. 1-30 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 45 AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 46 2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 47 CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 2 When using this type of CPU fan, remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 48 To install an AIO cooler If you wish to install an AIO cooler, we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis. AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 49 2.1.3 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 50 2.1.4 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 51 The M.2 is purchased separately. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 52 2.1.5 Motherboard installation Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
  • Page 53 ATX power connection • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may overheat under heavy usage. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power plugs. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 54 2.1.7 SATA device connection 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 55 Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 To install front panel audio connector To install system speaker connector AAFP ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 2-11...
  • Page 56 2.1.9 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 57 2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.
  • Page 58 • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-14...
  • Page 59 Please connect your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your devices. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 2-15...
  • Page 60 * Intel ® I211-AT 1Gb Ethernet port LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection LAN port BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection * Realtek RTL8125-CG 2.5Gb Ethernet port LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED...
  • Page 61 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 2-17...
  • Page 62 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers 2-18 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 63 While the system is ON, press the power button for less than four seconds to put the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Press the power button for more than four seconds to let the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO 2-19...
  • Page 64 2-20 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 65 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.
  • Page 66 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> or <F2> during the Power-On Self Test (POST).
  • Page 67 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>.
  • Page 68 The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB flash drive.
  • Page 69 For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. RAID definitions Volume provides the ability to link-together storage from one or several disks, regardless of the size of the space on those disks.
  • Page 70 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup...
  • Page 71 CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available 5C – 5F Reserved for future AMI error codes (continued on the next page) ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 72 Q-Code table Code Description S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call E4 – E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error...
  • Page 73 Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset (continued on the next page) ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 74 Q-Code table Code Description USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) B8– BF Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error.
  • Page 75 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 76 Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 77 Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 78 ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Các sản phẩm ASUS bán tại Việt Nam, vào ngày 23 tháng 9 năm2011 trở về sau, đều phải đáp ứng các yêu cầu của Thông tư 30/2011/TT-BCT của Việt Nam.
  • Page 79 DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Regional notice for California WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov ROG CROSSHAIR VIII DARK HERO...
  • Page 80 2014/53/EU. Cijeli di: https://www.asus.com/support/ tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi yang Beroperasi pada 5150-5350 MHz akan terbatas untuk penggunaan WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na...
  • Page 81 ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/ support/ WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, navedenih v spodnjem seznamu, omejen na notranjo uporabo: Declaración de conformidad simplificada para la UE...
  • Page 82 +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site https://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support https://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Web site https://www.asus.com/de Online contact https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/ Services/questionform/?lang=de-de Technical Support Telephone (DE) +49-2102-5789557 Telephone (AT)