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... Information 3-33 3.9 Exit menu...3-34 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-35 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-35 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-38 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-39 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-40 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 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 ...
... Information 3-33 3.9 Exit menu...3-34 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-35 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-35 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-38 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-39 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-40 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 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 ...
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...Ai Charger 4-16 4.3.9 USB Charger 4-17 4.3.10 USB 3.0 Boost 4-19 4.3.11 Network iControl 4-20 4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-24 4.3.13 MyLogo2 4-26 4.3.14 Audio configurations 4-28 4.4 Introduction to Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness ... Connect Technology 4-38 4.5 RAID configurations 4-41 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-41 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-42 4.5.3 4.5.4 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-42 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-42 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-46 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the...
...Ai Charger 4-16 4.3.9 USB Charger 4-17 4.3.10 USB 3.0 Boost 4-19 4.3.11 Network iControl 4-20 4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-24 4.3.13 MyLogo2 4-26 4.3.14 Audio configurations 4-28 4.4 Introduction to Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness ... Connect Technology 4-38 4.5 RAID configurations 4-41 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-41 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-42 4.5.3 4.5.4 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-42 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-42 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-46 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the...
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...Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to perform when installing system components. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product package may have to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA.... It includes description of the standard package. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter...
...Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes how to perform when installing system components. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product package may have to install and configure multiple ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA.... It includes description of the standard package. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter...
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...* Supports LucidLogix® Virtu MVP Technology** * Disable PCIe x1_1 and PCIe x1_2 slots and manually set the PCIe x16_3 to x4 mode in BIOS when configuring CrossFireX™ with dual graphics cards. ** LucidLogix Virtu® MVP supports Windows® 7 operating systems. 2 x PCI Express... Processor - The default setting is subject to change the settings. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core...
...* Supports LucidLogix® Virtu MVP Technology** * Disable PCIe x1_1 and PCIe x1_2 slots and manually set the PCIe x16_3 to x4 mode in BIOS when configuring CrossFireX™ with dual graphics cards. ** LucidLogix Virtu® MVP supports Windows® 7 operating systems. 2 x PCI Express... Processor - The default setting is subject to change the settings. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core...
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...-step Chipset voltage control - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for all smart devices - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heat-sink & MOS Heatsink solution - ASUS Anti Surge Protection - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS TPU - Auto Tuning...
...-step Chipset voltage control - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for all smart devices - ASUS AI Suite II - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heat-sink & MOS Heatsink solution - ASUS Anti Surge Protection - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS TPU - Auto Tuning...
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... with GPU switch) 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Memory information WfM 2.0, DMI... connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x MemOK! xii P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x Optical...
... with GPU switch) 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Memory information WfM 2.0, DMI... connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x MemOK! xii P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x Optical...
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... the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to overclock without requiring further interaction. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. Moreover, the...
... the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to overclock without requiring further interaction. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. Moreover, the...
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..., smartphones, tablets, and more colorful and vivid image on downloads. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. quickly ensures memory... boot compatibility. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to their default settings. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you can be pre-scheduled to run in -one -step setup. Auto PPPoE network connection provides ...
..., smartphones, tablets, and more colorful and vivid image on downloads. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. quickly ensures memory... boot compatibility. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to their default settings. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you can be pre-scheduled to run in -one -step setup. Auto PPPoE network connection provides ...
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... accessed information - This utility saves users the cost and hassle of fan speed to enhance your PC's loading. F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey - ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution The stylish heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that allows you to adjust the ...CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. F3 ...
... accessed information - This utility saves users the cost and hassle of fan speed to enhance your PC's loading. F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey - ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Fanless Design: stylish heatsink solution The stylish heatsink features a 0-dB thermal solution that allows you to adjust the ...CPU fan and chassis fan speeds according to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. F3 ...
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...-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 AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCIEX16_3 SPDIF_OUT COM1 USB910 23 22 21 ASM 1083 ASM AI 1314 64Mb BIOS TPU USB78 USB56 FLBK_LED USB34 CLRTC BIOS_FLBK PANEL SB_PWR SATA6G_E1 20 19 18 17 16 12 13 14 15 Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors...
...-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 AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCIEX16_3 SPDIF_OUT COM1 USB910 23 22 21 ASM 1083 ASM AI 1314 64Mb BIOS TPU USB78 USB56 FLBK_LED USB34 CLRTC BIOS_FLBK PANEL SB_PWR SATA6G_E1 20 19 18 17 16 12 13 14 15 Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors...
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DRAM LED 10. BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) 17. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 23. MemOK! Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ... 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 TPU switch 6. DDR3 DIMM sockets 9. button 11. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 16. BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) 20. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 22. TPU LED (TPU_LED) 7. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb...
DRAM LED 10. BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) 17. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 19. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 23. MemOK! Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ... 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 TPU switch 6. DDR3 DIMM sockets 9. button 11. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 16. BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) 20. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 22. TPU LED (TPU_LED) 7. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb...
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... module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs... 7 1.5V 7 - • • • • • • • • • 7 - • • • - - • • • Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Part No.
... module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs... 7 1.5V 7 - • • • • • • • • • 7 - • • • - - • • • Side(s): SS - Single-sided DS - P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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... reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase ...data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Move the ...
... reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase ...data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Move the ...
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switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the ...5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK!...
switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the ...5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK!...
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.... However, the system will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 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...
.... However, the system will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 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...
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EPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable. • If you change the BIOS settings, and enable the EPU function at the...
EPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable. • If you change the BIOS settings, and enable the EPU function at the...
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... back I/O. 3. The flashing rate of the portable disk. 2. Error in file name or incompatibility in the root directory. 2. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. The Flashback function is not operating properly. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 Chapter 2 • Do not unplug the portable disk, power off the light. • Updating...
... back I/O. 3. The flashing rate of the portable disk. 2. Error in file name or incompatibility in the root directory. 2. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. The Flashback function is not operating properly. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 Chapter 2 • Do not unplug the portable disk, power off the light. • Updating...
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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. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable. 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 3. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback LED 4.
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. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable. 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 3. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback LED 4.
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... SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND ...RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors are using these...
... SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND ...RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors are using these...
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...BIOS to [AHCI]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set to [RAID]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS... 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 • ...
...BIOS to [AHCI]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set to [RAID]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS... 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 • ...