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... information...vii About this guide...viii P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-5 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System...
... information...vii About this guide...viii P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-5 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System...
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... harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is encouraged to try to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. These limits are designed to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the ... (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This product has been designed to an outlet on , the user is no guarantee that the...
... harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is encouraged to try to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. These limits are designed to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the ... (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. This product has been designed to an outlet on , the user is no guarantee that the...
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...all the manuals that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors... in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your local power company. • If ...
...all the manuals that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from connectors... in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your local power company. • If ...
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... the BIOS Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to the following parts: •...user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Where to find more information Refer to install and...
... the BIOS Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to the following parts: •...user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Where to find more information Refer to install and...
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Before you for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 motherboard 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your package...
Before you for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 motherboard 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x 2-in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your package...
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... Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support The motherboard's powerful Intel® Z68 platform optimizes PCIe allocation in x16 mode). Intel® s��e�c�o�n�d�...1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors in the world. This provides great...
... Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support The motherboard's powerful Intel® Z68 platform optimizes PCIe allocation in x16 mode). Intel® s��e�c�o�n�d�...1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1155 socket for Intel® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors in the world. This provides great...
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... that features data transfer rates of 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600/ 1333 / 1066 MHz to ensure optimized performance. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-3 DIGI+ VRM New ASUS DIGI+ VRM upgrades motherboard power delivery to high speed connectivity. With iGPU on P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 motherboards, DIGI+ VRM intelligently adjust Vcore PWM, integrated graphics voltages and frequency modulation to ensure optimized performance, extreme system...
... that features data transfer rates of 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866 / 1600/ 1333 / 1066 MHz to ensure optimized performance. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-3 DIGI+ VRM New ASUS DIGI+ VRM upgrades motherboard power delivery to high speed connectivity. With iGPU on P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 motherboards, DIGI+ VRM intelligently adjust Vcore PWM, integrated graphics voltages and frequency modulation to ensure optimized performance, extreme system...
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..., including Folder Sync, BT Transfer, BT Turbo Remote, BT-to switch back and forth between different utilities. 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. It...visual enjoyment for extreme graphics performance. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated CPU for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of a button to use . determines...
..., including Folder Sync, BT Transfer, BT Turbo Remote, BT-to switch back and forth between different utilities. 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. It...visual enjoyment for extreme graphics performance. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated CPU for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of a button to use . determines...
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... variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of their operating system. Supports hard drives over 2.2TB ASUS UEFI BIOS natively supports hard drives larger than traditional BIOS versions. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-5 With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). The built-in 64-bit, with the smoothness of fan...
... variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of their operating system. Supports hard drives over 2.2TB ASUS UEFI BIOS natively supports hard drives larger than traditional BIOS versions. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-5 With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). The built-in 64-bit, with the smoothness of fan...
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... product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction For users with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through the most common PC audio setups-your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ErP Ready The motherboard is put in regards to virtual surround, "Bass enhancement" provides stronger low frequency...
... product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction For users with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through the most common PC audio setups-your existing stereo speakers or headphones. ErP Ready The motherboard is put in regards to virtual surround, "Bass enhancement" provides stronger low frequency...
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ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 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 that the ATX power supply is switched off or the ... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 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 that the ATX power supply is switched off or the ... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...8226; The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of ... mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium / Celeron Processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent.
...8226; The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of ... mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium / Celeron Processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent.
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A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-5 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-5 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
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... may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. The system maps the total size of the following: - For effective use a more on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is recommended...voltage below 1.65V is the standard way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. Use a maximum of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts ...
... may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. The system maps the total size of the following: - For effective use a more on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is recommended...voltage below 1.65V is the standard way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address limitation on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the dual-channel configuration. Use a maximum of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts ...
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...- 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • -- 1.5~1.7 • • N/A - - • • * The above QVL is for the DDR3 2250 MHz memory module. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-7 G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB... MHz frequency.. Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 MHz frequency. Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 4GB ( 2x...
...- 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • -- 1.5~1.7 • • N/A - - • • * The above QVL is for the DDR3 2250 MHz memory module. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-7 G.SKILL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB... MHz frequency.. Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2333 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 MHz frequency. Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 4GB ( 2x...
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...KHX2133C9AD3X2K2/ 4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - Patriot PVV34G2133C9K(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133 (O.C.) MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. G.SKILL F3-17066CL9D4GBTDS(XMP) 4GB ...; • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3W1K2/ 4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - Chip NO. - - - - ...
...KHX2133C9AD3X2K2/ 4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - Patriot PVV34G2133C9K(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133 (O.C.) MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. G.SKILL F3-17066CL9D4GBTDS(XMP) 4GB ...; • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3W1K2/ 4GX(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - Chip NO. - - - - ...
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... Chapter 2: Hardware information Micron D9LGK 9 Micron D9LGK 9 Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR - Prtriot PM128M8D3BU-15 9 - - 7-7-7-20 NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - Samsung K4B2G08460 - Micron D9LGK - - - 9-9-9 - - 9-9-9 PSC A3P1GF3FGF - Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR - Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. J4208BASE-DJ-F AM5D5808DEJSBG AM5D5808FEQSBG D9KPT J2108BCSE-DJ-F J1108BDSE-DJ-F D3 128M8CE9 2GB - 9 9 9 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24...
... Chapter 2: Hardware information Micron D9LGK 9 Micron D9LGK 9 Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR - Prtriot PM128M8D3BU-15 9 - - 7-7-7-20 NANYA NT5CB128M8AN-CG - Samsung K4B2G08460 - Micron D9LGK - - - 9-9-9 - - 9-9-9 PSC A3P1GF3FGF - Hynix H5TQ2G83BFR - Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. J4208BASE-DJ-F AM5D5808DEJSBG AM5D5808FEQSBG D9KPT J2108BCSE-DJ-F J1108BDSE-DJ-F D3 128M8CE9 2GB - 9 9 9 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24...
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...BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: S upports four (4) modules inserted into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors ... Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. DS Elixir N2CB1G80CN-BE - ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-11 Size Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFD 1GB Crucial CT12872BA1067.9FF 1GB Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB Crucial ...
...BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: S upports four (4) modules inserted into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors ... Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. DS Elixir N2CB1G80CN-BE - ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-11 Size Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFD 1GB Crucial CT12872BA1067.9FF 1GB Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF 2GB Crucial ...