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......vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P8Z68-V LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.3.3 Intel® Smart Response Technology & LucidLogix® VirtuTM Solution 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed 1-9 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-10 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-10 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-10 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-11 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-11 1.6 Central Processing...
......vi Safety information vii About this guide viii P8Z68-V LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 1.3.3 Intel® Smart Response Technology & LucidLogix® VirtuTM Solution 1-6 1.4 Before you proceed 1-9 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-10 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-10 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-10 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-11 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-11 1.6 Central Processing...
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...regulations for the devices are connected. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical ... Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the motherboard in your retailer. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are...
...regulations for the devices are connected. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical ... Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the motherboard in your retailer. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are...
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... you MUST follow to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Used to the ASUS contact information. 2. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. Where to ...the features of the standard package. About this manual. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Example: ++ viii If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or ...
... you MUST follow to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Used to the ASUS contact information. 2. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. Where to ...the features of the standard package. About this manual. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Example: ++ viii If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or ...
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...will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** H yper DIMM support... HDMI and DVI-D, RGB port - Supports HDMI with max.resolution up to Sandy Bridge motherboard video output - resolution up to the physical characteristics of 1748MB Support LucidLogix® Virtu -...PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 3 x PCI slots * The PCIe x 16_2 slot shares bandwidth with max. P8Z68-V LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second...
...will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. ** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). *** H yper DIMM support... HDMI and DVI-D, RGB port - Supports HDMI with max.resolution up to Sandy Bridge motherboard video output - resolution up to the physical characteristics of 1748MB Support LucidLogix® Virtu -...PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots 3 x PCI slots * The PCIe x 16_2 slot shares bandwidth with max. P8Z68-V LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots Storage LAN LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second...
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... in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8Z68-V LE motherboard! ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in LGA1155 package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to...
... in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8Z68-V LE motherboard! ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in LGA1155 package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to...
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...zero, making the system more environmentally-friendly. Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2200(O.C.) /2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600/ 1333 / 1066 MHz to fully utilize the ...family. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology supports Windows® 7/ Vista OS. ** Intel® Smart Response Technology is...
...zero, making the system more environmentally-friendly. Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2200(O.C.) /2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600/ 1333 / 1066 MHz to fully utilize the ...family. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of Green ASUS ecofriendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology supports Windows® 7/ Vista OS. ** Intel® Smart Response Technology is...
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...-time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-3 CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading and texture settings. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to high speed connectivity. S/PDIF out connector at the back I/O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via...
...-time 3D-rendered previews within ATI Catalyst™ Control Center. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-3 CrossFireX™ allows higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading and texture settings. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to high speed connectivity. S/PDIF out connector at the back I/O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via...
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... tool allows you to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can achieve... clicks away. This tool also provides stability testing. determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system up . ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by the F12 hotkey BIOS snapshot feature.
... tool allows you to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that demand far more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can achieve... clicks away. This tool also provides stability testing. determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your system up . ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by the F12 hotkey BIOS snapshot feature.
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...of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for motherboard users, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before. * Ai ...not only easily charge iPod, iPhone and iPad, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of USB3.0 fast charging experience. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-5 Fanless Design: stylish heatpipe solution The stylish heatpipe features a 0-dB thermal solution that contains the latest BIOS file. Combined with...
...of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for motherboard users, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before. * Ai ...not only easily charge iPod, iPhone and iPad, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of USB3.0 fast charging experience. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-5 Fanless Design: stylish heatpipe solution The stylish heatpipe features a 0-dB thermal solution that contains the latest BIOS file. Combined with...
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...is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1.3.3 Intel® Smart Response Technology & LucidLogix® VirtuTM Solution Intel®... need to [RAID mode] in Chapter 2 for frequently accessed operations, speeding up hard drive/ main memory interaction. ErP ready The motherboard is reserved for caching function. • Before applying Intel® Smart Response Technology, set the SATA Mode BIOS item to open the...
...is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1.3.3 Intel® Smart Response Technology & LucidLogix® VirtuTM Solution Intel®... need to [RAID mode] in Chapter 2 for frequently accessed operations, speeding up hard drive/ main memory interaction. ErP ready The motherboard is reserved for caching function. • Before applying Intel® Smart Response Technology, set the SATA Mode BIOS item to open the...
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... virtualization dynamically assigns tasks to fully utilize the unique capabilities of Intel® Sandy Bridge built-in d-Mode, display must be connected to Sandy Bridge motherboard video output. d-Mode is supported by installed graphics cards. It allows users to the best available graphics resources based on power, performance and system load...
... virtualization dynamically assigns tasks to fully utilize the unique capabilities of Intel® Sandy Bridge built-in d-Mode, display must be connected to Sandy Bridge motherboard video output. d-Mode is supported by installed graphics cards. It allows users to the best available graphics resources based on power, performance and system load...
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ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-9 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ..., to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure...
ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-9 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ..., to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1.4 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure...
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...orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it . 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ...ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8Z68-V LE 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Ensure ...
...orientation. Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you place it . 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ...ensure that the motherboard fits into it into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis P8Z68-V LE 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Ensure ...
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... 7. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 2 4 22.9cm(9.0in) KB_USB3_34 EPU CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN SPDIF_O2 HDMI EATX12V 5 DVI_VGA DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) LGA1155 USB3_12 MemOK! 6 DRAM_LED LAN1_USB12 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN P8Z68-V LE AAFP...1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 1-36 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-29 ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-11
... 7. 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 2 4 22.9cm(9.0in) KB_USB3_34 EPU CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN SPDIF_O2 HDMI EATX12V 5 DVI_VGA DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) LGA1155 USB3_12 MemOK! 6 DRAM_LED LAN1_USB12 AUDIO CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN P8Z68-V LE AAFP...1.5.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 1-36 17. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-29 ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-11
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...1: Product introduction Contact your thumb (A), and then move it is on the motherboard. P8Z68-V LE P8Z68-V LE CPU socket LGA1155 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is released from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or.../transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel...
...1: Product introduction Contact your thumb (A), and then move it is on the motherboard. P8Z68-V LE P8Z68-V LE CPU socket LGA1155 2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is released from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or.../transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.6.1 Installing the CPU To install a CPU: 1. 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel...
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...down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the CPU fan connector. 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-15 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to the chassis before ...and fan assembly only. The illustration above is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in place. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you use ...
...down two fasteners at a time in a diagonal sequence to the CPU fan connector. 2. To install the CPU heatsink and fan: A 1. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-15 1.6.2 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan The Intel® LGA1155 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to the chassis before ...and fan assembly only. The illustration above is incompatible with the LGA775 and LGA1366 sockets in place. Place the heatsink on the motherboard. The LGA1155 socket is for reference only. If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, ensure that you use ...
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... cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. CPU_FAN P8Z68-V LE CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8Z68-V LE CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU...
... cable to disengage the heatsink and fan assembly from the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN. Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the motherboard. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise. 3. CPU_FAN P8Z68-V LE CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8Z68-V LE CPU fan connector Do not forget to plug this connector. 1.6.3 Uninstalling the CPU...
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... when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8Z68-V LE Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8Z68-V LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-17 4.
... when reinstalling. 1.7 System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with less power consumption. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard. 5. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 P8Z68-V LE Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 and DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 and DIMM_B2 P8Z68-V LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-17 4.
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... the vendor-marked value. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. P8Z68-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-2200MHz capability Vendors Part No. For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to install... - - - - DS - - - 1.5V-1.7V DS - - - 1.5V-1.7V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-19
... the vendor-marked value. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. P8Z68-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors List (QVL) DDR3-2200MHz capability Vendors Part No. For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to install... - - - - DS - - - 1.5V-1.7V DS - - - 1.5V-1.7V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-19