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... 2-24 2.7 Boot menu 2-25 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On 2-25 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled 2-25 2.7.3 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-25 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-26 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-26 2.7.6 UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enabled both UEFI and Legacy].... 2-26 2.7.7 Boot Option Priorities 2-26 2.7.8 Boot Override 2-26 2.8 Tools menu 2-27...
... 2-24 2.7 Boot menu 2-25 2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On 2-25 2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled 2-25 2.7.3 Wait for 'F1' If Error [Enabled 2-25 2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS 2-26 2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode 2-26 2.7.6 UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enabled both UEFI and Legacy].... 2-26 2.7.7 Boot Option Priorities 2-26 2.7.8 Boot Override 2-26 2.8 Tools menu 2-27...
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... of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are also provided. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include...
... of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are not part of the BIOS parameters are also provided. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include...
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P8H77-I specifications summary Internal I/O Connector BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form Factor 1 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB 2.0 ports 1 x USB 3.0 connectors support additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 4 ...S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) 1 x Speaker header 64 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a WOL by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield 1 x User's manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini-ITX Form Factor, 6.7"x 6.7" (17.0cm x 17...
P8H77-I specifications summary Internal I/O Connector BIOS Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form Factor 1 x USB 2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB 2.0 ports 1 x USB 3.0 connectors support additional 2 USB 3.0 ports 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors 4 ...S/PDIF Out connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s) 1 x Speaker header 64 Mb Flash ROM, AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a WOL by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield 1 x User's manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Mini-ITX Form Factor, 6.7"x 6.7" (17.0cm x 17...
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... colorful and vivid image on your screen. Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with HDD Capacity Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. ASUS P8H77-I 1-3 Supporting HDCP copy protection such as a cache for frequently accessed data. It... favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for full HD 1080p visuals through the elimination of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is for experienced performance enthusiasts that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for a more intricate...
... colorful and vivid image on your screen. Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with HDD Capacity Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. ASUS P8H77-I 1-3 Supporting HDCP copy protection such as a cache for frequently accessed data. It... favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for full HD 1080p visuals through the elimination of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is for experienced performance enthusiasts that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for a more intricate...
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... required, power consumption goes automatically down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line ...performance of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ LucidLogix® Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology...by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family. Also with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation...
... required, power consumption goes automatically down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line ...performance of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ LucidLogix® Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology...by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family. Also with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation...
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... CMOS Power KBMS_USB56 HDMI SPDIFO CPU_FAN ASM 1442 ATX12V Intel® H77 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 CHA_FAN Super I/O 64Mb BIOS EATXPWR 17cm(6.7in) DDR3 DIMMB1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMMA1 (64bit, 240-pin module) USB3_12 USB34 LAN_USB12 RTL 8111F... AUDIO AAFP VIA VT1708S SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16 14 13 LGA1155 P8H77-I CLRTC SPEAKER F_PANEL 4 9 10 SB_PWR 12 11 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 6. Intel...
... CMOS Power KBMS_USB56 HDMI SPDIFO CPU_FAN ASM 1442 ATX12V Intel® H77 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA3G_1 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 CHA_FAN Super I/O 64Mb BIOS EATXPWR 17cm(6.7in) DDR3 DIMMB1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMMA1 (64bit, 240-pin module) USB3_12 USB34 LAN_USB12 RTL 8111F... AUDIO AAFP VIA VT1708S SPDIF_OUT PCIEX16 14 13 LGA1155 P8H77-I CLRTC SPEAKER F_PANEL 4 9 10 SB_PWR 12 11 1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 6. Intel...
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... support "Share IRQ" or that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings ...card. 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for later use . The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that supports...
... support "Share IRQ" or that came with the slot and press firmly until the card is already installed in a chassis). 3. Turn on BIOS setup. 2. Replace the system cover. 1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it and make the necessary hardware settings ...card. 2. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Keep the screw for information on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for later use . The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that supports...
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.... 4. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to overclocking. ASUS P8H77-I Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Shut down the key... during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to re-enter data.
.... 4. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to overclocking. ASUS P8H77-I Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Shut down the key... during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to default values. 1.9 Jumpers 1. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to re-enter data.
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... supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By default, this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to a slot opening at the back of the front panel audio I ...details. 2. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction P8H77-I +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT P8H77-I /O module cable to this connector, then install the module to this connector. Connect one end of the system chassis. See section ...
... supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By default, this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to a slot opening at the back of the front panel audio I ...details. 2. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction P8H77-I +5V SPDIFOUT GND SPDIF_OUT P8H77-I /O module cable to this connector, then install the module to this connector. Connect one end of the system chassis. See section ...
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.... Intel® H77 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4 [blue]) These connectors connect to [AHCI] by default. P8H77-I GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND ASUS P8H77-I SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Windows® XP SP3 or later version. • When using ...Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to ...
.... Intel® H77 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4 [blue]) These connectors connect to [AHCI] by default. P8H77-I GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND ASUS P8H77-I SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Windows® XP SP3 or later version. • When using ...Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to ...
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GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND 8 01 8. SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 8 01;) Intel® H77 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND 8 01 8. SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 8 01;) Intel® H77 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
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... the installation. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. ASUS P8H77-I 2-1 From the list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in the support DVD that you wish to download then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. c. The Drivers menu appears. 2. From...
... the installation. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. ASUS P8H77-I 2-1 From the list, select either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in the support DVD that you wish to download then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. c. The Drivers menu appears. 2. From...
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b. Before you to avail all its features. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8H77-I File Path: fs0:\ Drive Info fs0:\ VER: 0214 Folder Info 12/09/2011 10:23p 8388608 Exit DATE: 12/09/...feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from file, then click Next. Always update the utility to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the BIOS setup program. Updating from the Open window, then click ...
b. Before you to avail all its features. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8H77-I File Path: fs0:\ Drive Info fs0:\ VER: 0214 Folder Info 12/09/2011 10:23p 8388608 Exit DATE: 12/09/...feature allows you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from file, then click Next. Always update the utility to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Locate the BIOS file from a BIOS file a. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the BIOS setup program. Updating from the Open window, then click ...
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... reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to load default BIOS values. You can cause system boot failure! ASUS P8H77-I 2-3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Press to switch to find...
... reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to enter BIOS Setup to load default BIOS values. You can cause system boot failure! ASUS P8H77-I 2-3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. Press to switch to find...
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... Device Select Menu. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Insert ... the optical drive as shown. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot ...
... Device Select Menu. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Insert ... the optical drive as shown. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot ...
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... eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H77-I 2-5 Note Saving BIOS: ASUS P8H77-I VER: 0214 DATE: 12/09/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to continue. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater...
... eight alphanumeric characters for the filename and three alphanumeric characters for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H77-I 2-5 Note Saving BIOS: ASUS P8H77-I VER: 0214 DATE: 12/09/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is done, press any key to return to continue. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater...
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...; Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H77-I VER: 0214 DATE: 12/09/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown...
...; Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to confirm BIOS update. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you sure to section 2.9 Exit menu for DOS V1.18 Current ROM BOARD: P8H77-I VER: 0214 DATE: 12/09/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown...
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..., load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUS P8H77-I 2-7 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly...
..., load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. ASUS P8H77-I 2-7 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly...
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... Mode. The default screen for details. Refer to the Setup Mode item in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H77-I BIOS Version : 0214 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed : 3100 MHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode ...Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you ...
... Mode. The default screen for details. Refer to the Setup Mode item in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. EZ Mode Friday [10/08/2010] P8H77-I BIOS Version : 0214 CPU Type : Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-2400 CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed : 3100 MHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode ...Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you enter the BIOS setup program. EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you ...
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Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Submenu items Version 2.10.1208. ASUS P8H77-I 2-9 The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode....Change Opt. Refer to the following sections for that the item has a submenu. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the ...
Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Submenu items Version 2.10.1208. ASUS P8H77-I 2-9 The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode....Change Opt. Refer to the following sections for that the item has a submenu. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the ...