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... information...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-7 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System...
... information...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-7 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System...
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...away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it by yourself. Do not place the product in...cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that your retailer. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that all power cables from the existing system ...
...away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you detect any area where it by yourself. Do not place the product in...cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that your retailer. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that all power cables from the existing system ...
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...and software updates. 1. It includes description of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX...you have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with ...
...and software updates. 1. It includes description of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX...you have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that comes with ...
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... of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LE PLUS motherboard! ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your retailer. • The illustrated items above items is damaged or missing, contact your...
... of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in the long line of the above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LE PLUS motherboard! ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your retailer. • The illustrated items above items is damaged or missing, contact your...
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...generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors. P8Z77-V LE PLUS brings you 've never experienced before! This provides great graphics performance. The motherboard features the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in multiple GPU configurations. S/PDIF out connector at...The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Expect a brand-new gaming style you the multi-...
...generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors. P8Z77-V LE PLUS brings you 've never experienced before! This provides great graphics performance. The motherboard features the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in multiple GPU configurations. S/PDIF out connector at...The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Expect a brand-new gaming style you the multi-...
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... be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced... durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI+ The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - With the support for optimized performance in half! TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). Up...
... be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced... durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI+ The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - With the support for optimized performance in half! TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). Up...
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Chapter 1 EPU Energy Efficiency All Around Tap into the motherboard. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. This tool also provides stability testing.... facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. It easily delivers stable systemlevel upgrades for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. 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 easy OC tool...
Chapter 1 EPU Energy Efficiency All Around Tap into the motherboard. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. This tool also provides stability testing.... facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. It easily delivers stable systemlevel upgrades for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. 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 easy OC tool...
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...EZ Mode, while Advanced Mode offers inticrate settings. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance! 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS ... power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Quick and easy information for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of buying a replacement BIOS chip. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment...
...EZ Mode, while Advanced Mode offers inticrate settings. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance! 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS ... power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Quick and easy information for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of buying a replacement BIOS chip. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment...
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...standard that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. ErP ready The motherboard is in regards to 10.8 Gbps of bandwidth over standard cables, providing billions of colors and bi-directional communications, thus ...European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This allows users to reduce carbon footprint of creating...
...standard that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. ErP ready The motherboard is in regards to 10.8 Gbps of bandwidth over standard cables, providing billions of colors and bi-directional communications, thus ...European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with ASUS vision of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1-8 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This allows users to reduce carbon footprint of creating...
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...supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install... motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-1
...supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install... motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-1
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LGA1155 Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout KB_USB12 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP 12 3 45 167 24.4cm(9.6in) EATX12V EPU TPU EPU_LED TPU_LED CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DIGI+ VRM ASM 1442 DVI_VGA ESATA6G USB3_12 ... DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power P8Z77-V LE PLUS PCIEX16_1 USB3_34 11 ASM 1042 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 Intel® Z77 Marvell® PCIe SATA 6.0Gb/s controller SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA6G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_2 Super I/O ALC 889...
LGA1155 Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout KB_USB12 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP 12 3 45 167 24.4cm(9.6in) EATX12V EPU TPU EPU_LED TPU_LED CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 DIGI+ VRM ASM 1442 DVI_VGA ESATA6G USB3_12 ... DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power P8Z77-V LE PLUS PCIEX16_1 USB3_34 11 ASM 1042 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 Intel® Z77 Marvell® PCIe SATA 6.0Gb/s controller SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA6G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_2 Super I/O ALC 889...
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... warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. DO NOT install...Hardware information Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of repair only if the...
... warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. DO NOT install...Hardware information Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of repair only if the...
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A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-5 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.
A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-5 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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... system maps the total size of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Transcend ...1800 MHz memory modules run at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-sized channel for the latest QVL. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. margin of the following: - ...
... system maps the total size of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Transcend ...1800 MHz memory modules run at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929605/en-us. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of the lower-sized channel for the latest QVL. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. margin of the following: - ...
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...• DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-7 however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. Size SS/ DS G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAFEIH(XMP...8226; * The memory modules in 2200MHz and above are supported on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket...
...• DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-7 however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. Size SS/ DS G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAFEIH(XMP...8226; * The memory modules in 2200MHz and above are supported on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability Vendors Paart No. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR31866MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 3CCD-150...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability Vendors Paart No. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR31866MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 3CCD-150...
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... - - • • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108BDBG-DJ-F 9 1.5V • • • N9/1G(low profile) KINGSTON KVR1333D3 2GB SS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFRH9C 9 - Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1GB SS...
... - - • • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108BDBG-DJ-F 9 1.5V • • • N9/1G(low profile) KINGSTON KVR1333D3 2GB SS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFRH9C 9 - Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors Part No. DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1GB SS...
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...information We suggest that you install the modules into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Load the ...: Supports one (1) module inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Single-sided DS -
...information We suggest that you install the modules into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Load the ...: Supports one (1) module inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Single-sided DS -
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2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you phys1ical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [navy blue] (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 ... 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 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x8 mode) 6. Chapter 2 1 P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. PCI slot 2 7. 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 damage motherboard components. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [navy blue] (single at x16 or dual at x8/x8 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 ... 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 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x8 mode) 6. Chapter 2 1 P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. PCI slot 2 7. Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards...
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... - - - PCIE x16_3 shared - - - - shared - - PCI Slot 2 - - Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Refer to page 2-27 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient... assignments for details. • The PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. See page 2-25 for this motherboard A B C D E Audio Controller - - - - -
... - - - PCIE x16_3 shared - - - - shared - - PCI Slot 2 - - Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Refer to page 2-27 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient... assignments for details. • The PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. See page 2-25 for this motherboard A B C D E Audio Controller - - - - -