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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 retailer. • The illustrated...
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 retailer. • The illustrated...
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... the bandwidth of current bus systems. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-3 Chapter 1 Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data...
... the bandwidth of current bus systems. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered the use of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-3 Chapter 1 Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data...
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... conditions in different geographic regions and your motherboard against static electricity and shields it ideally protects your PC's loading. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. This unique module eliminates the trouble...without the usual "fingers" - All of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-5 Users can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with full storage space utilization helping deliver far more exciting computing than 2.2TB ...
... conditions in different geographic regions and your motherboard against static electricity and shields it ideally protects your PC's loading. ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. This unique module eliminates the trouble...without the usual "fingers" - All of connecting the system panel cables one at a time and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 1-5 Users can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with full storage space utilization helping deliver far more exciting computing than 2.2TB ...
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... you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-1
... you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-1
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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. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-5
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...on the O.C. Size SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. Vendors G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX KINGMAX Part No. Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) ... 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - Vendors Part No. Vendors Part No. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-7 G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - Voltage 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.5~1.7 - P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR G.SKILL G....
...on the O.C. Size SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. Vendors G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX KINGMAX Part No. Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. GEIL GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) ... 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - Vendors Part No. Vendors Part No. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-7 G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - - Voltage 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.5~1.7 - P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2133 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors CORSAIR G.SKILL G....
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... DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-11 Single-sided DS - Load the X.M.P. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. •...Timing 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 7 - Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: S upports one pair of individual CPUs. Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFD 1GB Crucial CT12872BA1067.9FF 1GB...
... DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-11 Single-sided DS - Load the X.M.P. We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. •...Timing 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 7 - Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: S upports one pair of individual CPUs. Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF 1GB Crucial CT12864BA1067.8SFD 1GB Crucial CT12872BA1067.9FF 1GB...
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... a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 G H - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - shared - - - - shared - - - 2-13 See page 2-26 for details. PCI_1...
... a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 G H - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - shared - - - shared - - - - shared - - - 2-13 See page 2-26 for details. PCI_1...
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...system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-15 switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A messgae will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after ...turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to test one...
...system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-15 switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A messgae will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after ...turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to test one...
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... bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-17
... bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-17
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EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. 4. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-19 3.
EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. 4. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-19 3.
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ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-21 If you are set to create a Serial ATA RAID set , refer to [AHCI Mode]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you ...
ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-21 If you are set to create a Serial ATA RAID set , refer to [AHCI Mode]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you ...
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... USB 3.0 solution. 3. Chapter 2 • The SATA6G_E1/E2 (navy blue) connectors are for data drives only. You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-23 Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If the USB 3.0 front panel...
... USB 3.0 solution. 3. Chapter 2 • The SATA6G_E1/E2 (navy blue) connectors are for data drives only. You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-23 Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. If the USB 3.0 front panel...
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... chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to the IEEE 1394a connector. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-25 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1; The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 7. 6. IE1394_2) These connectors are...
... chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to the IEEE 1394a connector. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-25 IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1; The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 7. 6. IE1394_2) These connectors are...
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... module to this connector, set to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-27 Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 9. If��y�o�u��w��a�n�t�t�o�...
... module to this connector, set to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-27 Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 9. If��y�o�u��w��a�n�t�t�o�...
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... blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-29 Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off the system power. System panel connector (20...
... blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin IDE_LED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-29 Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off the system power. System panel connector (20...
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Chapter 2 2.3.2 1 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. A B 2 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-31 DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.
Chapter 2 2.3.2 1 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. A B 2 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-31 DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.
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Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-33
Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-33
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2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-35
2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-35
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ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-37 Doing so can damage the motherboard. 3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws!
ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 2-37 Doing so can damage the motherboard. 3 Chapter 2 DO NOT overtighten the screws!