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... ASUS Update utility 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD...CPU Configuration 3-19 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-21 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-22 3.5.4 System Agent Configuration 3-23 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-25 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-26 3.5.7 APM 3-29 3.5.8 Network Stack 3-30 3.6 Monitor menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS...
... ASUS Update utility 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD...CPU Configuration 3-19 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-21 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-22 3.5.4 System Agent Configuration 3-23 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-25 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-26 3.5.7 APM 3-29 3.5.8 Network Stack 3-30 3.6 Monitor menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS...
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...Graphics Processor - resolution of 2560 x 1600 @60Hz Supports HDMI 1.4a with 2 PCIex16 graphics card) Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology* *LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating systems. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x ...65533; x8 / x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot [black] (max. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / �C�o�r�...
...Graphics Processor - resolution of 2560 x 1600 @60Hz Supports HDMI 1.4a with 2 PCIex16 graphics card) Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology* *LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating systems. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x ...65533; x8 / x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot [black] (max. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / �C�o�r�...
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... (available with one switch. - Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS SSD Caching - USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - Anti Surge - P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - ASUS CPU power utility DRAM Power - Wi-Fi Engine for iGPU) - ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS EPU - quickly delivers a higher VRM frequency, voltage, and...
... (available with one switch. - Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS SSD Caching - USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - Anti Surge - P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - ASUS CPU power utility DRAM Power - Wi-Fi Engine for iGPU) - ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS EPU - quickly delivers a higher VRM frequency, voltage, and...
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...blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Code - vCPU_PLL: 160-step CPU & PCH ...CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for ASUS Wi-Fi GO! ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS O.C. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS...
...blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Code - vCPU_PLL: 160-step CPU & PCH ...CPU voltage at 0.00625V increment - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for ASUS Wi-Fi GO! ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS O.C. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS...
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...) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 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) 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 1 x CPU Optional Fan connector (4-pin) 4 x Chassis Fan connectors...
...) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 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) 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 1 x CPU Optional Fan connector (4-pin) 4 x Chassis Fan connectors...
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... PC. Up to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. With the support for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to 85% CPU O.C. The TPU chip offers... precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through a dual interconnection between the Integrated LAN controller and physical layer (PHY). 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3.1 with New DIGI+ Power Control The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS...
... PC. Up to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. With the support for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to 85% CPU O.C. The TPU chip offers... precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through a dual interconnection between the Integrated LAN controller and physical layer (PHY). 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3.1 with New DIGI+ Power Control The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS...
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... detection, which scans each CPU and chassis fan, with selectable modes and native support for the Ultimate Cool and Quiet Hardware-level ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides the most accessed information - Users can also drag and drop boot priorities with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS heat-pipe gives you a noiseless PC environment. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 1-7 Not only the...
... detection, which scans each CPU and chassis fan, with selectable modes and native support for the Ultimate Cool and Quiet Hardware-level ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides the most accessed information - Users can also drag and drop boot priorities with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS heat-pipe gives you a noiseless PC environment. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 1-7 Not only the...
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... run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2600(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.skill Team Part No. Any excess memory from a memory module. Use a maximum of the installed CPU. ** Due to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This...
... run at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2600(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.skill Team Part No. Any excess memory from a memory module. Use a maximum of the installed CPU. ** Due to the Microsoft® support site at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This...
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...runs ay DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above are supported on the O.C. Size G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL GEIL KINGMAX KINGMAX F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(...2x2GB) 4GB(2x2GB) 8GB(2x4GB) 4G(2x2G) 4GB(2x2GB) SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-7 however, the actual frequency support varied depending on the O.C. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2500(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS Kingmax N/A Timing ...
...runs ay DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above are supported on the O.C. Size G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL GEIL KINGMAX KINGMAX F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(...2x2GB) 4GB(2x2GB) 8GB(2x4GB) 4G(2x2G) 4GB(2x2GB) SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-7 however, the actual frequency support varied depending on the O.C. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2500(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS Kingmax N/A Timing ...
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...CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. These are not jumpers! Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 ... the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1/2/3/4 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors...
...CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. These are not jumpers! Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 ... the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1/2/3/4 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors...
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... select the X.M.P. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] Turbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to Intel® CPU default settings automatically. [Manual] Sets the Turbo Ratio for the system. eXtreme Memory Profile This item appears only... overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for every core-activation condition of a full unlocked CPU manually. mode supported by your memory module. Use the and keys to 300.0MHz.
... select the X.M.P. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] Turbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to Intel® CPU default settings automatically. [Manual] Sets the Turbo Ratio for the system. eXtreme Memory Profile This item appears only... overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for every core-activation condition of a full unlocked CPU manually. mode supported by your memory module. Use the and keys to 300.0MHz.
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... monitored. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for the CPU. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The values range from 130 to enlarge the O.C. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] ...Use the and keys to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] - CPU Power Response Control [Auto] The DIG+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for extra power support. Apply a higher value for an extreme overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] ...
... monitored. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for the CPU. The thermal conditions should be monitored. The values range from 130 to enlarge the O.C. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] ...Use the and keys to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] - CPU Power Response Control [Auto] The DIG+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for extra power support. Apply a higher value for an extreme overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] ...
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... function. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 3-19 Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ CPU Configuration > Monitor CPU Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-3550 CPU 0 @ 3.30GHz EM64T Processor Speed Processor Stepping Microcode Revision L1 Data Cache L1 Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 3300 MHz 306a8...
... function. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 3-19 Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ CPU Configuration > Monitor CPU Configuration Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-3550 CPU 0 @ 3.30GHz EM64T Processor Speed Processor Stepping Microcode Revision L1 Data Cache L1 Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 3300 MHz 306a8...
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... the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Disabled] Disables the function. CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup This function must be enabled to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you ... frequency in a specific condition. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to manage and configure the CPU's power. CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to set the EIST to [Enabled], and allows you to disable or enable the...
... the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Disabled] Disables the function. CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Chapter 3 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup This function must be enabled to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you ... frequency in a specific condition. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to manage and configure the CPU's power. CPU Power Management Configuration This item allows you to set the EIST to [Enabled], and allows you to disable or enable the...
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...Support Enabled →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Scroll down to change the fan settings. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE... 3-31 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Temperature 73� ºC /� +16� 3ºF MB Temperature +31ºC / +87ºF CPU Fan Speed 4192 RPM CPU OPT ...
...Support Enabled →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Scroll down to change the fan settings. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.00.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE... 3-31 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU Temperature 73� ºC /� +16� 3ºF MB Temperature +31ºC / +87ºF CPU Fan Speed 4192 RPM CPU OPT ...
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CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you to detect this item. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you do not want to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you to detect this item. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you do not want to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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...Suite II icon appears in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that will conveniently guide you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 4-3 The Drivers installation tab appears ... 4 Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard 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 ...
...Suite II icon appears in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for more information. 4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that will conveniently guide you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 4-3 The Drivers installation tab appears ... 4 Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard 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 ...
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..., and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. Refer to... not be saved to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in Windows® environment and takes effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
..., and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. Refer to... not be saved to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in Windows® environment and takes effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
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...Undoes all changes without applying Applies all start auto-overclocking. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. GPU Boost Target values Current ...Voltage. 3. Click Yes to restore all changes Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. .... • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for the best graphics performance. 1. GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. ...
...Undoes all changes without applying Applies all start auto-overclocking. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. GPU Boost Target values Current ...Voltage. 3. Click Yes to restore all changes Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. .... • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for the best graphics performance. 1. GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. ...
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...support the Smart DIGI+ Technology feature. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Smart DIGI+ 4 1 5 2 6 3 Function no. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Function description Smart DIGI+ Key Quickly delivers a higher VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/iGPU/DRAM overclocking performance with one switch. Smart CPU Power Level - 35W CPU...adjust the power control settings. The system restores to prolong component lifespan, and minimize power loss. Adjusts the CPU ratio in TurboV EVO. It also provides profile settings to achieve the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to...
...support the Smart DIGI+ Technology feature. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Smart DIGI+ 4 1 5 2 6 3 Function no. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Function description Smart DIGI+ Key Quickly delivers a higher VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/iGPU/DRAM overclocking performance with one switch. Smart CPU Power Level - 35W CPU...adjust the power control settings. The system restores to prolong component lifespan, and minimize power loss. Adjusts the CPU ratio in TurboV EVO. It also provides profile settings to achieve the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to...