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... x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking protection - vDRAM Bus: 160-step memory voltage control - vPCH: 90-step chipset voltage control - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 ...port 1 x VGA port 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2 - x 9.6 in . P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 ...
... x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking protection - vDRAM Bus: 160-step memory voltage control - vPCH: 90-step chipset voltage control - ASUS C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port 1 ...port 1 x VGA port 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2 - x 9.6 in . P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 ...
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...+ VRM intelligently adjust Vcore PWM, integrated graphics voltages and frequency modulation to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-3 It increases overclocking range while performance reaches its full potential. 2X Less Radiation ASUS DIGI+ VRM adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation by half to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. Complete USB 3.0 Integration...
...+ VRM intelligently adjust Vcore PWM, integrated graphics voltages and frequency modulation to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-3 It increases overclocking range while performance reaches its full potential. 2X Less Radiation ASUS DIGI+ VRM adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation by half to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. Complete USB 3.0 Integration...
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... heatsink design lowers the temperature of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in-one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with the elegant appearance! 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction It...
... heatsink design lowers the temperature of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! AI Suite II With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in-one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with the elegant appearance! 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction It...
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...controls of their operating system. With better electric conductivity, it convenient and easy to install. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-5 Quick and simple overclocking and setup sharing is for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate system control, including detailed DRAM ...information. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the...
...controls of their operating system. With better electric conductivity, it convenient and easy to install. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-5 Quick and simple overclocking and setup sharing is for experienced performance enthusiasts that demand far more intricate system control, including detailed DRAM ...information. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the...
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The system maps the total size of the following: - Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial ...frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. To operate at the vendor-marked or at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made...
The system maps the total size of the following: - Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial ...frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. To operate at the vendor-marked or at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made...
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Reset switch Press the reset switch to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. The switch also lights up the system. The illustration below shows the location of the ...
Reset switch Press the reset switch to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. The switch also lights up the system. The illustration below shows the location of the ...
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...next set is not properly installed. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the exact location of failsafe settings. function. • The ... in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. Press and hold the MemOK! 3. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-15 MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for successful...
...next set is not properly installed. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the exact location of failsafe settings. function. • The ... in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. Press and hold the MemOK! 3. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-15 MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for successful...
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... the chipset behavior, AC power off and on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to... overclocking. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 2-...
... the chipset behavior, AC power off and on CLRTC jumper default position. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to... overclocking. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 2-...
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... BIOS" unless otherwise specified. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to run this user manual refers to erase the RTC RAM. •...and requests you not change the default BIOS settings except in this section are needed for system startup in this program. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-1 Otherwise, POST continues with the help of the BIOS may not exactly match what you see on the screen during the ...
... BIOS" unless otherwise specified. When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to run this user manual refers to erase the RTC RAM. •...and requests you not change the default BIOS settings except in this section are needed for system startup in this program. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-1 Otherwise, POST continues with the help of the BIOS may not exactly match what you see on the screen during the ...
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... experienced end-users to 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. Refer to configure the BIOS settings... figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-3
... experienced end-users to 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. Refer to configure the BIOS settings... figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-3
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...on CHA Auto DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB Auto DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on the motherboard. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-7 EFI BIOS Utility - Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management Boot... Inc. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : 4429MHz Target DRAM Speed : 1097MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto BCLK/PCIE Frequency 103.0 Turbo Ratio Auto By All Cores (Can Adjust in OS) 43 Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto ...
...on CHA Auto DRAM DATA REF Voltage on CHB Auto DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on the motherboard. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-7 EFI BIOS Utility - Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management Boot... Inc. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : 4429MHz Target DRAM Speed : 1097MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto BCLK/PCIE Frequency 103.0 Turbo Ratio Auto By All Cores (Can Adjust in OS) 43 Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto ...
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... 1-/2-/3-/4-Core Ratio Limit [XX] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to select the X.M.P. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to 300.0MHz. Select any of active cores can also key in OS)]....and keys to become unstable! eXtreme Memory Profile [High Performance] This item appears only when you set the Turbo Ratio item to set overclocking parameters. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PCIE Frequency item settings. Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to...
... 1-/2-/3-/4-Core Ratio Limit [XX] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to select the X.M.P. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to 300.0MHz. Select any of active cores can also key in OS)]....and keys to become unstable! eXtreme Memory Profile [High Performance] This item appears only when you set the Turbo Ratio item to set overclocking parameters. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PCIE Frequency item settings. Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to...
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... to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you to the default settings. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-9 Changing the values in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this menu allow you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep ...Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Frequency [XXXX] Use the and keys to manually adjust the...
... to enable or disable the EPU power saving function. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you to the default settings. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-9 Changing the values in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this menu allow you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep ...Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Frequency [XXXX] Use the and keys to manually adjust the...
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... Spread Spectrum item. Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Maximum instaneous current allowed at 0.125A increment. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. The CPU working voltage will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. Additional Turbo Voltage [Auto...
... Spread Spectrum item. Primary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Maximum instaneous current allowed at 0.125A increment. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. The CPU working voltage will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. Additional Turbo Voltage [Auto...
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...auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Increasing phase number under light system loading to set the iGPU Current Capability. Manual Adjustment [Medium] This... the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Allows manual adjustment. Configuration options: [100%] [140%] Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-11...
...auto] using the numeric keypad and press the key. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Increasing phase number under light system loading to set the iGPU Current Capability. Manual Adjustment [Medium] This... the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Allows manual adjustment. Configuration options: [100%] [140%] Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-11...
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...DRAM Control Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 0.630x with a 0.005x interval. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-13 Black CPU Manual Voltage 0.8V-1.22V CPU Offset Voltage 0.005V-0.060V iGPU Offset Voltage DRAM Voltage VCCIO Voltage ... REF Voltage on CHA/B [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. The values range from 0.395x to [Enabled] for EMI control.
...DRAM Control Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 0.630x with a 0.005x interval. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 3-13 Black CPU Manual Voltage 0.8V-1.22V CPU Offset Voltage 0.005V-0.060V iGPU Offset Voltage DRAM Voltage VCCIO Voltage ... REF Voltage on CHA/B [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. The values range from 0.395x to [Enabled] for EMI control.
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... and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to get higher iGPU voltage and good performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM.... A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. iGPU Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power and overclocking frequency range to increase VRM efficiency. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ VRM by clicking Tool >...
... and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to get higher iGPU voltage and good performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM.... A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. iGPU Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power and overclocking frequency range to increase VRM efficiency. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ VRM by clicking Tool >...
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... Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 4-7 Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make ...saved to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4.3.4 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus ...
... Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 4-7 Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make ...saved to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4.3.4 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus ...
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... Current values Click to restore all start -up settings Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for the best graphics performance. 1. Adjust the iGPU Max Frequency and iGPU Voltage, then you will be requested to make the change...
... Current values Click to restore all start -up settings Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for the best graphics performance. 1. Adjust the iGPU Max Frequency and iGPU Voltage, then you will be requested to make the change...
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...success. Read through the warning messages and click OK to start auto-overclocking. 3. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. Read through the warning messages and click OK to exit. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible ...auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from...
...success. Read through the warning messages and click OK to start auto-overclocking. 3. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. Read through the warning messages and click OK to exit. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible ...auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from...