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... support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM 4-4 4.3.3 BT GO 4-5 4.3.4 TurboV EVO 4-7 iv ASUS O.C. Contents 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-48 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-14 3.5.1 CPU...
... support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM 4-4 4.3.3 BT GO 4-5 4.3.4 TurboV EVO 4-7 iv ASUS O.C. Contents 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-48 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-14 3.5.1 CPU...
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... slots * The PCIe x16_3 slot shares bandwidth with max. The PCIe x16_3 default setting is subject to www.asus.com for the Intel CPU support list. resolution 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. ATAPI devices are for data hard drives...- 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) - P8Z68-V PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LAN LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * T�h�...
... slots * The PCIe x16_3 slot shares bandwidth with max. The PCIe x16_3 default setting is subject to www.asus.com for the Intel CPU support list. resolution 2048 x 1536 @75Hz Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. ATAPI devices are for data hard drives...- 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) - P8Z68-V PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LAN LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors Supports 32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0* * T�h�...
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... Audio CODEC - DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC - EPU, EPU switch ASUS TPU - MemOK! - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution - P8Z68-V PRO specifications summary Bluetooth Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR ASUS BT GO! ASUS DIGI+ VRM Utility * 12-phase for CPU, 4-phase for front panel support (blue) - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at back panel (blue) Intel®...
... Audio CODEC - DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC - EPU, EPU switch ASUS TPU - MemOK! - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution - P8Z68-V PRO specifications summary Bluetooth Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR ASUS BT GO! ASUS DIGI+ VRM Utility * 12-phase for CPU, 4-phase for front panel support (blue) - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at back panel (blue) Intel®...
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... 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2 - P8Z68-V PRO 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 connectors support additional 6 USB ports 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (2 x gray, 2 x navy blue) 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (blue) 2 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connectors...
... 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2 - P8Z68-V PRO 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 connectors support additional 6 USB ports 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (2 x gray, 2 x navy blue) 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (blue) 2 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connectors...
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...frequently accessed data. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at double the bandwidth of the SSD is the latest single-chipset ...enjoy a never before-experienced brand new gaming style. The capacity of current bus systems. Moreover, Intel® Z68 Express Chipset also supports iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance. Intel® Smart Response Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts...
...frequently accessed data. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at double the bandwidth of the SSD is the latest single-chipset ...enjoy a never before-experienced brand new gaming style. The capacity of current bus systems. Moreover, Intel® Z68 Express Chipset also supports iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance. Intel® Smart Response Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts...
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..., integrated graphics voltages and frequency modulation to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in diverse situations. The P8Z68-V PRO affords greater convenience to a digital standard. DIGI+ VRM New ASUS DIGI+ VRM upgrades motherboard power delivery to high speed connectivity. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 1-3 Auto Tuning offers a user friendly way to...
..., integrated graphics voltages and frequency modulation to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for both the front and rear panel - 4 USB 3.0 ports in diverse situations. The P8Z68-V PRO affords greater convenience to a digital standard. DIGI+ VRM New ASUS DIGI+ VRM upgrades motherboard power delivery to high speed connectivity. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 1-3 Auto Tuning offers a user friendly way to...
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.../Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. .../929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS ...
.../Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. .../929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS ...
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... 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS 2GB DS 2GB DS 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS Chip Chip Brand NO. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2250 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 MHz frequency. Chip NO. - Timing Voltage - 1.65 DIMM socket... support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • * The above are supported by this motherboard, however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. Vendors G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX KINGMAX Part No. Kingmax Chip NO. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-7
... 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS 2GB DS 2GB DS 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS Chip Chip Brand NO. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2250 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 MHz frequency. Chip NO. - Timing Voltage - 1.65 DIMM socket... support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • * The above are supported by this motherboard, however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. Vendors G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGMAX KINGMAX Part No. Kingmax Chip NO. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-7
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... ) DS - G.SKILL F3-17066CL9D4GBTDS(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2000 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 1866 MHz frequency. 2-8 Chapter 2: ...support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • 9-9-9-28 1.65 • 9-9-9-28 1.65 • - 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO...
... ) DS - G.SKILL F3-17066CL9D4GBTDS(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2000 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 1866 MHz frequency. 2-8 Chapter 2: ...support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • 9-9-9-24 1.65 • • 9-9-9-28 1.65 • 9-9-9-28 1.65 • - 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9 1.65 • • 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO...
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... • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-9 T3D1288RT-16 9-9-9-24 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • ... • • • • • P8Z68-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS - - DS - - Asint 3128M8-GJ1D - - - 9 - - 9 - - - Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3...
... • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-9 T3D1288RT-16 9-9-9-24 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • ... • • • • • P8Z68-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS - - DS - - Asint 3128M8-GJ1D - - - 9 - - 9 - - - Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3...
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.... • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information These are not jumpers! 8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN/CPU_FAN_OPT; 4-pin...
.... • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment. 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information These are not jumpers! 8. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN/CPU_FAN_OPT; 4-pin...
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...BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port • If you set a resolution not supported by your monitor, it will black out. You can only play Blu-Ray Disc under Windows® Vista™ /...the next page for VGA output. • This motherboard comes with multiple VGA output that your monitor does not support. CPU: Intel Pentium 2.8GHz DIMM: DDR3-1066 2GB Playback software - To use the iGPU as the primary VGA output ...; driver issue, some resolution options that features desktop extension on your reference. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-43
...BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port • If you set a resolution not supported by your monitor, it will black out. You can only play Blu-Ray Disc under Windows® Vista™ /...the next page for VGA output. • This motherboard comes with multiple VGA output that your monitor does not support. CPU: Intel Pentium 2.8GHz DIMM: DDR3-1066 2GB Playback software - To use the iGPU as the primary VGA output ...; driver issue, some resolution options that features desktop extension on your reference. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-43
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... to the default setting. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PCIE Frequency item settings. If this item to set the profiles supported by Intel CPU default settings. [By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in the desired value using the numeric keypad. Select any of active cores can ... Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. You can be set to manually adjust the Trubo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by your memory module. mode supported by your memory modules for the system. eXtreme Memory Profile [High Performance] This item appears only when ...
... to the default setting. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PCIE Frequency item settings. If this item to set the profiles supported by Intel CPU default settings. [By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in the desired value using the numeric keypad. Select any of active cores can ... Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. You can be set to manually adjust the Trubo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by your memory module. mode supported by your memory modules for the system. eXtreme Memory Profile [High Performance] This item appears only when ...
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... L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 3517 MHz 206a7 14 256 KB 1024 KB 8192 KB 4 Supported 16-34 34 CPU Ratio Auto Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Hyper-threading...2010 American Megatrends, Inc. EFI BIOS Utility - Use and keys to your CPU model. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you installed. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-15
... L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 3517 MHz 206a7 14 256 KB 1024 KB 8192 KB 4 Supported 16-34 34 CPU Ratio Auto Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Hyper-threading...2010 American Megatrends, Inc. EFI BIOS Utility - Use and keys to your CPU model. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you installed. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-15
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...CPU C6 report to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] [Enabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. CPU... C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to OS. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The operating system controls the CPU... speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the EIST item to [Enabled] and allows you to disable or enable the CPU... C3 report to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one thread per activated core is enabled. CPU... CPU cores ...
...CPU C6 report to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] [Enabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. CPU... C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to OS. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The operating system controls the CPU... speed. Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the EIST item to [Enabled] and allows you to disable or enable the CPU... C3 report to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one thread per activated core is enabled. CPU... CPU cores ...
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...186;�C�/x�x�x��º�F�] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-25 EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down to change the fan settings. F1: General Help F2: Previous ... status, and allows 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. CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] CPU Fan OPT Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / ...
...186;�C�/x�x�x��º�F�] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-25 EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down to change the fan settings. F1: General Help F2: Previous ... status, and allows 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. CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] CPU Fan OPT Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / ...
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CPU Fan Min. The values range from 20% to 90ºC. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-27 The following four items appear only when you set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [...Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The values range from 0% to adjust the ...
CPU Fan Min. The values range from 20% to 90ºC. Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to [Manual]. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-27 The following four items appear only when you set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan. [...Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The values range from 0% to adjust the ...
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... BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV EVO • The Auto Tuning button appears only on your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 4-3 Click each button to select and... launch a utility, to monitor or update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to open the AI Suite II main menu bar. The actual screenshots vary with the software application for detailed software configuration. Place the support...
... BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV EVO • The Auto Tuning button appears only on your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 4-3 Click each button to select and... launch a utility, to monitor or update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to open the AI Suite II main menu bar. The actual screenshots vary with the software application for detailed software configuration. Place the support...
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...line calibration could get more transient and better thermal performance. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support iGPU Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power and overclocking frequency range to longer component lifespan and minimize ... could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to enhance reliability and stability. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation...
...line calibration could get more transient and better thermal performance. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support iGPU Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power and overclocking frequency range to longer component lifespan and minimize ... could get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Reduce phase number under heavy system loading to enhance reliability and stability. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation...
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...65533;n�o�t�h�e��r connected BT devices. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 4-5 Chapter 4 BT GO! Device list Function list Lights when the function is enabled Click to show the corresponding setting pane on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. ...device with the motherboard through Bluetooth connection for detailed software configuration. 4.3.3 BT GO! After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch BT GO! Personal Manager: allows you to access the Internet via the network shared by clicking Tool > BT ...
...65533;n�o�t�h�e��r connected BT devices. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 4-5 Chapter 4 BT GO! Device list Function list Lights when the function is enabled Click to show the corresponding setting pane on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. ...device with the motherboard through Bluetooth connection for detailed software configuration. 4.3.3 BT GO! After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch BT GO! Personal Manager: allows you to access the Internet via the network shared by clicking Tool > BT ...