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...your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for reference only. Thank ... and hardware devices on it another standout in your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LE PLUS motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the...
...your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you for reference only. Thank ... and hardware devices on it another standout in your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LE PLUS motherboard! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the...
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...x16 mode). It uses an installed fast SSD (min 18.6GB available capacity required) as have feature for advanced operating systems. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-3 Intel® Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive web updates with the convenience and seamless transition offered by 3rd / 2nd... Response Technology is enhanced with hard drive capacity, operating up to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in sleep mode. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of unnecessary hard drive spin. ...
...x16 mode). It uses an installed fast SSD (min 18.6GB available capacity required) as have feature for advanced operating systems. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-3 Intel® Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive web updates with the convenience and seamless transition offered by 3rd / 2nd... Response Technology is enhanced with hard drive capacity, operating up to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in sleep mode. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of unnecessary hard drive spin. ...
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...the BIOS file, and press the BIOS Flashback button for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without exiting or rebooting the OS; ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also ...best O.C. It allows users to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. beginners can regularly check for every use. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with just a few clicks away. Hassle-free updating for extreme graphics performance. ...
...the BIOS file, and press the BIOS Flashback button for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without exiting or rebooting the OS; ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also ...best O.C. It allows users to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. beginners can regularly check for every use. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with just a few clicks away. Hassle-free updating for extreme graphics performance. ...
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...users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution The stylish ...! Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of fan speed to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7
...users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution The stylish ...! Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of fan speed to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7
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... you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-1
... you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-1
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... connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-25 2-27 2-21 2-18 2-17 2-21 2-4 2-5 2-20 2-16 2-26 2-27 2-22 2-23 2-20 2-21 2-15 2-28 2-19 2-24 2-26 2-24 2-25 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-3 DRAM LED 10. Intel® CPU socket 8. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 16. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 23. MemOK! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB3...
... connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-25 2-27 2-21 2-18 2-17 2-21 2-4 2-5 2-20 2-16 2-26 2-27 2-22 2-23 2-20 2-21 2-15 2-28 2-19 2-24 2-26 2-24 2-25 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-3 DRAM LED 10. Intel® CPU socket 8. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 16. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 23. MemOK! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB3...
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ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from a DDR or DDR2 module. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-5 A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from a DDR or DDR2 module. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets.
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...• • KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4/8GX(XMP) 8GB(4x 2GB) DS - -- 1.65V • • • P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000MHz capability Vendors Part No. Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs... 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-7 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2250MHz capability Vendors Kingston Part No. margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' ...
...• • KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4/8GX(XMP) 8GB(4x 2GB) DS - -- 1.65V • • • P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000MHz capability Vendors Part No. Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs... 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-7 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2250MHz capability Vendors Kingston Part No. margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' ...
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...) VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-13 Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you phys1ical injury and...
...) VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-13 Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you phys1ical injury and...
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...automatically reset parameter settings to re-enter data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. After clearing the CMOS, ...8226; If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS....
...automatically reset parameter settings to re-enter data. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. After clearing the CMOS, ...8226; If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS....
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TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable. 2. However, the system will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-17 TPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost switch • To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • When the TPU...
TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable. 2. However, the system will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-17 TPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost switch • To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • When the TPU...
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...the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. Improper installation of the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed. 6. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for the ultimate convenience! BIOS update is automatically flashed using standby power. com). Hassle-free...Flashback is the case, please restart the system to update the BIOS. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. The flashing rate of the portable disk. 2. Error in file name or incompatibility in the root directory. 2....
...the light. • Updating BIOS may be interrupted. Improper installation of the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed. 6. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for the ultimate convenience! BIOS update is automatically flashed using standby power. com). Hassle-free...Flashback is the case, please restart the system to update the BIOS. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. The flashing rate of the portable disk. 2. Error in file name or incompatibility in the root directory. 2....
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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 enabled. EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost LED 5. TPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-21 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback LED 4. 3. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable.
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 enabled. EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost LED 5. TPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-21 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback LED 4. 3. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable.
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... is available only if you are set to [RAID]. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-23 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors...
... is available only if you are set to [RAID]. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-23 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 GND RSATA_TXP2 RSATA_TXN2 GND RSATA_RXN2 RSATA_RXP2 GND GND RSATA_TXP1 RSATA_TXN1 GND RSATA_RXN1 RSATA_RXP1 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 GND RSATA_TXP4 RSATA_TXN4 GND RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors...
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... audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 6. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-25 Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to the fan connectors. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN...These are not jumpers! Chapter 2 5. The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LE PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
... audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is purchased separately. 6. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-25 Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to the fan connectors. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN...These are not jumpers! Chapter 2 5. The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LE PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
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...power supply plugs. 9. ATAPI device is for details. 10. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-27 P8Z77-V LE PLUS EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V...Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts P8Z77-V LE PLUS ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you use a PSU with higher power ...
...power supply plugs. 9. ATAPI device is for details. 10. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-27 P8Z77-V LE PLUS EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V...Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts P8Z77-V LE PLUS ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you use a PSU with higher power ...
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Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-29
Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-29
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-33
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-33
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2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-35
2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-35
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2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install the system panel connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS AAFP 2-39
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install the system panel connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS AAFP 2-39
