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...is a user-friendly utility that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 1-5 Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more intricate system ...Bridge multimedia features alongside the high end 3D rendering performance provided by installed graphics cards. The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is supported by the F12 hotkey BIOS snapshot feature.
...is a user-friendly utility that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to install. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 1-5 Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more intricate system ...Bridge multimedia features alongside the high end 3D rendering performance provided by installed graphics cards. The exclusive EZ Mode displays frequently-accessed setup info, while the Advanced Mode is supported by the F12 hotkey BIOS snapshot feature.
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...-1066 2GB Playback software - You can only play Blu-Ray Disc, make sure to the Intel® VGA driver issue, the Windows® Display Settings menu may offer some monitor resolution settings will lead to any two of higher speed and bandwidth with integrated GPU and install an add...® Display Settings menu. • Due to the Intel® driver issue, some resolution options that during POST or BIOS setup, only DVI-D output is a configuration example for the system to return to its original setting or restart the system and press F8 to enter Safe Mode. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-43 ...
...-1066 2GB Playback software - You can only play Blu-Ray Disc, make sure to the Intel® VGA driver issue, the Windows® Display Settings menu may offer some monitor resolution settings will lead to any two of higher speed and bandwidth with integrated GPU and install an add...® Display Settings menu. • Due to the Intel® driver issue, some resolution options that during POST or BIOS setup, only DVI-D output is a configuration example for the system to return to its original setting or restart the system and press F8 to enter Safe Mode. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-43 ...
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Click Apply. 4. Or you can click Display > General Settings > Scaling > Customize Aspect Ratio. Install Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Move the Horizontal Scaling and Vertical Scaling sliders and then click Apply. 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information Click Display > General Settings and select a Resolution. Chapter 2 **Troubleshooting on monitor overscan / underscan problem 1. From the Windows® notification area, double-click the Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver icon and click Graphics Properties. 3.
Click Apply. 4. Or you can click Display > General Settings > Scaling > Customize Aspect Ratio. Install Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver from the motherboard support DVD. 2. Move the Horizontal Scaling and Vertical Scaling sliders and then click Apply. 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information Click Display > General Settings and select a Resolution. Chapter 2 **Troubleshooting on monitor overscan / underscan problem 1. From the Windows® notification area, double-click the Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver icon and click Graphics Properties. 3.
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...s��e�c�t�i�o�n� 3.7 Boot memu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z68-V PRO BIOS Version : 0209 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 512 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date ... only when the boot device is installed to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot...
...s��e�c�t�i�o�n� 3.7 Boot memu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z68-V PRO BIOS Version : 0209 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 512 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date ... only when the boot device is installed to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot...
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... 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. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The..., then select Advanced Mode. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-3
... 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. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The..., then select Advanced Mode. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-3
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...do not fit on the screen. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a field, select it to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that menu. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program. Press or use... the USB mouse to click this button to return to display a list of the selected item. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is highlighted when selected. A configurable field is...
...do not fit on the screen. Chapter 3 3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a field, select it to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that menu. Configuration fields These fields show the values for the BIOS setup program. Press or use... the USB mouse to click this button to return to display a list of the selected item. General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is highlighted when selected. A configurable field is...
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... Screen Chapter 3 Version 2.00.1201. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-7 The configuration options for this section vary depending 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 display the following items: CPU Voltage...
... Screen Chapter 3 Version 2.00.1201. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-7 The configuration options for this section vary depending 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 display the following items: CPU Voltage...
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... Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-15 Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ CPU Configuration > Monitor CPU Configuration Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz EM64T Processor Speed ...keys to your CPU model. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you to display the following items: Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Turbo Mode Enabled CPU C1E Auto CPU C3 ...
... Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1201. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-15 Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ CPU Configuration > Monitor CPU Configuration Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz EM64T Processor Speed ...keys to your CPU model. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you to display the following items: Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Turbo Mode Enabled CPU C1E Auto CPU C3 ...
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The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to display the following items: Hot Plug Disabled Version 2.00.1201. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ SATA Configuration > Monitor SATA Configuration ...AHCI Mode S.M.A.R.T. Status Check Enabled SATA 6G_1 (Gray) Not Present Hot Plug Disabled SATA 6G_2 (Gray) Not Present Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_3 (Blue) ASUS CB-521 ATAPI Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_4 (Blue) Not Present Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_5 (Blue) Not Present Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_6 (Blue...
The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to display the following items: Hot Plug Disabled Version 2.00.1201. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ SATA Configuration > Monitor SATA Configuration ...AHCI Mode S.M.A.R.T. Status Check Enabled SATA 6G_1 (Gray) Not Present Hot Plug Disabled SATA 6G_2 (Gray) Not Present Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_3 (Blue) ASUS CB-521 ATAPI Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_4 (Blue) Not Present Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_5 (Blue) Not Present Hot Plug Disabled SATA 3G_6 (Blue...
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Scroll down to display the following two items appear only when you to set the Azalia HD Audio item to [Enabled]. Sets ...Express X16_3 slot (black) bandwidth Auto Marvell Storage Controller AHCI Mode Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled JMB Storage Controller Enabled JMB Storage OPROM Enabled Display OptionRom in POST Enabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Azalia HD Audio →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select ...audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-21
Scroll down to display the following two items appear only when you to set the Azalia HD Audio item to [Enabled]. Sets ...Express X16_3 slot (black) bandwidth Auto Marvell Storage Controller AHCI Mode Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled JMB Storage Controller Enabled JMB Storage OPROM Enabled Display OptionRom in POST Enabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Azalia HD Audio →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select ...audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-21
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... 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-23 Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables Asmedia USB 3.0 fast battery charging support for USB 3.0 devices complying with the BC 1.1 regulation. [Disabled] Disables battery charging support. Intel PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the JMB Storage OPROM item to [Enabled] and allows you to display...
... 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-23 Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables Asmedia USB 3.0 fast battery charging support for USB 3.0 devices complying with the BC 1.1 regulation. [Disabled] Disables battery charging support. Intel PXE OPROM [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the JMB Storage OPROM item to [Enabled] and allows you to display...
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...you to display the following items: CPU Voltage +1.176 V 3.3V Voltage +3.328 V 5V Voltage +5.120 V 12V Voltage +12.192 V Anti Surge Support Enabled Version 2.00.1201. EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down to change the fan settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-25 ...RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] Power Fan 1 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power�f�a�n��s�p�e��e�d��in��r�o��ta...
...you to display the following items: CPU Voltage +1.176 V 3.3V Voltage +3.328 V 5V Voltage +5.120 V 12V Voltage +12.192 V Anti Surge Support Enabled Version 2.00.1201. EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down to change the fan settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-25 ...RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] Power Fan 1 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power�f�a�n��s�p�e��e�d��in��r�o��ta...
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...;�g�e��fr�o�m��0��%� to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. CPU Lower Temperature [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control...
...;�g�e��fr�o�m��0��%� to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed. CPU Lower Temperature [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control...
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...to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature. CPU Fan Min. Select Ignore if you do not want to 90ºC. Chassis Fan Max.... temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-27 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage ...
...to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature. CPU Fan Min. Select Ignore if you do not want to 90ºC. Chassis Fan Max.... temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-27 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage ...
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.... Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter... 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party...
.... Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter... 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to display during the boot sequence. [Keep Current] The third-party...
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... [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for special functions. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. For more details, refer to confirm your choice. Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. The number of device items that appears on the screen ...depends on the number of the following: - EFI BIOS Utility - Profile > ASUS SPD Information Monitor Boot Tool Be used to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-29 The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices ...
... [EZ Mode] Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for special functions. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. For more details, refer to confirm your choice. Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. The number of device items that appears on the screen ...depends on the number of the following: - EFI BIOS Utility - Profile > ASUS SPD Information Monitor Boot Tool Be used to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-29 The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices ...
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... FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Insert the... copy the current BIOS file that you to Drive D (USB flash drive). Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). C:\>d: D:\> Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-37
... FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as the boot device. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. Insert the... copy the current BIOS file that you to Drive D (USB flash drive). Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). C:\>d: D:\> Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-37
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...DVD are subject to maximize the features of the user manual. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 4-1 Use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in this chapter for ...Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to display the ASUS contact information. Install the necessary drivers to display DVD/ motherboard information Chapter 4 If Autorun is ��ta 7 6�4��-b��...
...DVD are subject to maximize the features of the user manual. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 4-1 Use the setup procedures presented in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in this chapter for ...Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to display the ASUS contact information. Install the necessary drivers to display DVD/ motherboard information Chapter 4 If Autorun is ��ta 7 6�4��-b��...
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... configuration. The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the Windows® notification area. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 4-3 Place the support DVD to complete installation. Click the icon to customize the settings of AI Suite II. Chapter 4 Click... Windows® operating system (OS). 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1. Click each ...
... configuration. The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to the software manual in the Windows® notification area. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 4-3 Place the support DVD to complete installation. Click the icon to customize the settings of AI Suite II. Chapter 4 Click... Windows® operating system (OS). 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1. Click each ...
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... total CO2 that you click the Clear button . • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Multiple system operating modes Displays current mode The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated...
... total CO2 that you click the Clear button . • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Multiple system operating modes Displays current mode The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated...