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... your retailer. • The illustrated items above are 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! Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check...
... your retailer. • The illustrated items above are 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! Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check...
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...Response Technology SSD Speed with the cloud, leading to a more efficient computing experience. This means less time waiting for advanced operating systems. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-3 ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus systems. PCI Express...as have feature for users who wish to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is the latest PCI Express bus standard with hard drive capacity, ...
...Response Technology SSD Speed with the cloud, leading to a more efficient computing experience. This means less time waiting for advanced operating systems. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-3 ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus systems. PCI Express...as have feature for users who wish to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is the latest PCI Express bus standard with hard drive capacity, ...
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... connected. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. Even O.C. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. This tool also provides ... the integrated GPU for 3 seconds with just a few clicks away. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without requiring further interaction. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 Chapter 1 EPU Energy Efficiency All Around Tap into the motherboard. It...
... connected. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. Even O.C. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. This tool also provides ... the integrated GPU for 3 seconds with just a few clicks away. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without requiring further interaction. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 Chapter 1 EPU Energy Efficiency All Around Tap into the motherboard. It...
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...the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey - CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted... BIOS data from USB flash disk The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy...
...the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey - CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted... BIOS data from USB flash disk The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy...
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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 Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. EPU switch...
... 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 Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. EPU switch...
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ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-5 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. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. 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 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. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. 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. Voltage 1.65V 1.5V-1.7V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 ...
...• • 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. Voltage 1.65V 1.5V-1.7V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 ...
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... 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 Chapter 2 1 P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x8 mode) 6. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you phys1ical injury and damage motherboard components...
... 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 Chapter 2 1 P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x8 mode) 6. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you phys1ical injury and damage motherboard components...
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... the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the... cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15
... the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to pins 1-2. 3. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the... cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15
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Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-17 TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable will be used as a GPU Boost switch. • The TPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is set to Enable. TPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost switch • To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable...
Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-17 TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable will be used as a GPU Boost switch. • The TPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is set to Enable. TPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost switch • To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable...
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... system to reboot, please contact the local service station for 3 seconds, and the light will be caused by: 1. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for help. Improper installation of interruption, please follow the recommended procedures again to... overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to flash. 5. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. Chapter 2 • Do not unplug the portable disk, power off the light. ...
... system to reboot, please contact the local service station for 3 seconds, and the light will be caused by: 1. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for help. Improper installation of interruption, please follow the recommended procedures again to... overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to flash. 5. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. Chapter 2 • Do not unplug the portable disk, power off the light. ...
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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. EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost LED 5. 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 turned to Enable. 3. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is enabled.
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. EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost LED 5. 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 turned to Enable. 3. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is enabled.
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... 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...8226; You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-23 2. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) These connectors connect to [RAID]. Refer ...
... 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...8226; You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-23 2. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) These connectors connect to [RAID]. Refer ...
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... not jumpers! CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN3 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND...fan connectors! 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-25 Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable...
... not jumpers! CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN3 GND CHA FAN PWR CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND...fan connectors! 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-25 Do not place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable...
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...-consuming devices. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for data storage only. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-27 The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. P8Z77-V LE PLUS EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC GND GND GND...This connector connects to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for your system, refer to [Enabled]. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA6G_E1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Marvell® SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector • This connector is inadequate. • If you are ...
...-consuming devices. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for data storage only. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-27 The power supply plugs are for ATX power supply plugs. P8Z77-V LE PLUS EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC GND GND GND...This connector connects to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for your system, refer to [Enabled]. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA6G_E1 GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Marvell® SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector • This connector is inadequate. • If you are ...
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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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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 2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only.
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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