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...DVD information 1-38 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System ...Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock...
...DVD information 1-38 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System ...Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock...
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... at back I /O voltage at back panel) ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors ASUS EPU - Disk Unlocker ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - vDRAM Bus: 255-step Memory voltage control - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8Z68-V LE specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High...
... at back I /O voltage at back panel) ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors ASUS EPU - Disk Unlocker ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - vDRAM Bus: 255-step Memory voltage control - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8Z68-V LE specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High...
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... success. This easy OC tool allows you to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is for the best graphics performance. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that automates...
... success. This easy OC tool allows you to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. ASUS EPU ASUS EPU is for the best graphics performance. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that automates...
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... Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. Fanless Design: stylish heatpipe solution The stylish heatpipe features a 0-dB thermal solution that allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Not only the ...switch back and forth between different utilities. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatpipe will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with your USB device's conditions. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-5 AI Suite II With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can...
... Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. Fanless Design: stylish heatpipe solution The stylish heatpipe features a 0-dB thermal solution that allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Not only the ...switch back and forth between different utilities. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatpipe will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with your USB device's conditions. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-5 AI Suite II With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can...
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... Response Technology, set the SATA Mode BIOS item to [RAID mode] in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to their default settings. Place the support DVD to overclocking failure. Click the Drivers tab, then click Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver...
... Response Technology, set the SATA Mode BIOS item to [RAID mode] in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to their default settings. Place the support DVD to overclocking failure. Click the Drivers tab, then click Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver...
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...5V-1.7V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-19 The system maps the total size of the following: - Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system... the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Size G.SKILL Kingmax Kingmax Kingmax F3-17600CL8D4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2...
...5V-1.7V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-19 The system maps the total size of the following: - Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system... the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. Size G.SKILL Kingmax Kingmax Kingmax F3-17600CL8D4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2...
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P8Z68-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z68-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back ...to default values. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot ...
P8Z68-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z68-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back ...to default values. 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot ...
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... cord for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to boot and load BIOS default settings. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-35 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. switch Installing DIMMs that... reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. function. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. P8Z68-V LE P8Z68-V LE MemOK! MemOK! This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set ...
... cord for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to boot and load BIOS default settings. ASUS P8Z68-V LE 1-35 1.11 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. switch Installing DIMMs that... reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. function. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. P8Z68-V LE P8Z68-V LE MemOK! MemOK! This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set ...
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.... Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled ...the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For ...
.... Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled ...the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For ...
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2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to ... down to malfunction. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed: 3400MHz Target DRAM Speed: XXXXMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10...
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to ... down to malfunction. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed: 3400MHz Target DRAM Speed: XXXXMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10...
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... This item appears only when you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage. Use the and keys to adjust the value. ...the internal GPU. If this happens, revert to adjust the value. Select any of active cores can be set to set overclocking parameters. Use the and keys to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] ... [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.4.4 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to 3000MHz. 2-14 ASUS P8Z68-V LE
... This item appears only when you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage. Use the and keys to adjust the value. ...the internal GPU. If this happens, revert to adjust the value. Select any of active cores can be set to set overclocking parameters. Use the and keys to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] ... [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.4.4 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to 3000MHz. 2-14 ASUS P8Z68-V LE
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... [Disabled] Allows you to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2.4.7 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press...
... [Disabled] Allows you to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2.4.7 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press...
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...voltage settings. • The system may vary depending on your CPU specification. 2.4.16 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to CPU loading. The values range from 0.735V to 1.685V with a 0.005V interval. 2.4.14 PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to ...Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-17
...voltage settings. • The system may vary depending on your CPU specification. 2.4.16 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to CPU loading. The values range from 0.735V to 1.685V with a 0.005V interval. 2.4.14 PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to ...Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-17