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supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode* - 2 x USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports at the mid-board for superior CPU/iGPU/DRAM overclocking performance with Windows® 7 operating systems. ** These SATA ports are not supported. SMART DIGI+ Power Control: SMART ... - Industry leading digital 8-phase power design (6-phase for CPU, 2phase for data storage only. Industry leading ditital 2-phase DRAM power design - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support -...
supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode* - 2 x USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports at the mid-board for superior CPU/iGPU/DRAM overclocking performance with Windows® 7 operating systems. ** These SATA ports are not supported. SMART DIGI+ Power Control: SMART ... - Industry leading digital 8-phase power design (6-phase for CPU, 2phase for data storage only. Industry leading ditital 2-phase DRAM power design - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support -...
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... - vCCSA: 190-step system agent voltge control - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS TPU - ASUS Q-Slot Precision Tweaker 2 - vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user...
... - vCCSA: 190-step system agent voltge control - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS TPU - ASUS Q-Slot Precision Tweaker 2 - vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user...
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...standard of power management by a single click to see an extreme boost in TPU frequency up to give an exceptional increase in CPU overclocking performance. When combined, you into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, which means there will be no more confusion...+ Technology, which works with the TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) to 85%. Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you can adjust CPU ratios manually in the TPU and enable the all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, ...
...standard of power management by a single click to see an extreme boost in TPU frequency up to give an exceptional increase in CPU overclocking performance. When combined, you into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, which means there will be no more confusion...+ Technology, which works with the TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) to 85%. Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you can adjust CPU ratios manually in the TPU and enable the all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, ...
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... speed is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to the Limit with just a few clicks away. Just plug in a USB flash drive containing the BIOS file, and press the BIOS Flashback button for every use. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with Auto Tuning! ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 USB BIOS Flashback offers the most...
... speed is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to the Limit with just a few clicks away. Just plug in a USB flash drive containing the BIOS file, and press the BIOS Flashback button for every use. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with Auto Tuning! ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 USB BIOS Flashback offers the most...
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...system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. Any Memory is powered off button, the application currently in use has its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for All Smart ... screen. AI Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can be pre-scheduled to run in a specific time period to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings...
...system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. Any Memory is powered off button, the application currently in use has its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for All Smart ... screen. AI Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can be pre-scheduled to run in a specific time period to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings...
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... also drag and drop boot priorities with difficult POST situations. F3 Shortcut for hard drives over 2.2 TB. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey - ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to enhance your PC's loading. Fan... corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Quick and easy information for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the...
... also drag and drop boot priorities with difficult POST situations. F3 Shortcut for hard drives over 2.2 TB. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey - ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to enhance your PC's loading. Fan... corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Quick and easy information for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers 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. 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. 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.
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. 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. 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.
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... OS can be about 3GB or less. Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is then mapped for the latest QVL. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors...a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS - - 9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 1....
... OS can be about 3GB or less. Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is then mapped for the latest QVL. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors...a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS - - 9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 1....
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Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing ...battery and move the cap back to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to re-enter data. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the...
Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing ...battery and move the cap back to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to re-enter data. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the...
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...on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. function. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS MemOK! ...switch to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. It takes about 30 seconds for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the...
...on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. function. 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS MemOK! ...switch to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. It takes about 30 seconds for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the...
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... the third second). 4. Plug the USB flash drive into a stable light, this is automatically flashed using standby power. It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to turn off the system or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update... BIOS Flashback buttton offers the most convenient way to complete BIOS update. • If the light flashes for help. P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. Improper installation of ESATA6G_USB3_12 connector in the root directory. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19
... the third second). 4. Plug the USB flash drive into a stable light, this is automatically flashed using standby power. It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to turn off the system or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing, otherwise update... BIOS Flashback buttton offers the most convenient way to complete BIOS update. • If the light flashes for help. P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. Improper installation of ESATA6G_USB3_12 connector in the root directory. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19
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...instability or failure to boot. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for system startup in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. ... restart the system. Chapter 3 3.2 BIOS setup program A BIOS setup program is provided for information on to restart the system. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-1 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. Press during the system bootup and requests...
...instability or failure to boot. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for system startup in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. ... restart the system. Chapter 3 3.2 BIOS setup program A BIOS setup program is provided for information on to restart the system. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-1 Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. Press during the system bootup and requests...
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... For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Pop-up window Scroll bar... for the detailed configurations. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-3
... For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Pop-up window Scroll bar... for the detailed configurations. 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-3
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Chapter 3 Scroll down to malfunction. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-7
Chapter 3 Scroll down to malfunction. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the motherboard. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-7
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...]. Use the and keys to 300.0MHz. Select any of a full unlocked CPU manually. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Select this option for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User define memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Select this...the system performance. mode supported by your memory module. Sets the Turbo Ratio for every core-activation condition of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for default core ratio settings. You can also key ...
...]. Use the and keys to 300.0MHz. Select any of a full unlocked CPU manually. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Select this option for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User define memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Select this...the system performance. mode supported by your memory module. Sets the Turbo Ratio for every core-activation condition of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for default core ratio settings. You can also key ...
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...to select the EPU power saving mode. The values range from xxxxMHz (by CPU) to set the 3-Core Ratio Limit. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ...iGPU Max. Use / to [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance.
...to select the EPU power saving mode. The values range from xxxxMHz (by CPU) to set the 3-Core Ratio Limit. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-9 Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ...iGPU Max. Use / to [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance.
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... remove the thermal module when switching to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] - Probe] - Select to Extreme and Manual Mode. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-11 Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM...
... remove the thermal module when switching to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] - Probe] - Select to Extreme and Manual Mode. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-11 Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe] DIGI + VRM...
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... Frequency automatically or manually. CPU Power Thermal Control [125] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to set the iGPU Load-line Calibration. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options:...the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . DRAM Current Capability [100%] Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value. CPU Current...
... Frequency automatically or manually. CPU Power Thermal Control [125] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to set the iGPU Load-line Calibration. DO NOT remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options:...the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . DRAM Current Capability [100%] Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value. CPU Current...
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... voltage settings. • The system may damage the CPU permanently. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.10V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 1.685V with a 0.005V interval. The values range from 0.610V to 1.560V with a 0.005V interval. PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set...
... voltage settings. • The system may damage the CPU permanently. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.10V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 1.685V with a 0.005V interval. The values range from 0.610V to 1.560V with a 0.005V interval. PCH Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set...
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...not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by ... next system boot. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. For system stability, all changes made in the support...
...not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by ... next system boot. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. For system stability, all changes made in the support...