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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 ... vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check 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 new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in...
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 ... vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check 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 new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in...
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... extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with an ACPI management function to them. * PCIe 3.0 speed is reserved for advanced operating systems. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-3 PCIe 3.0 will become a must be installed on the HDD to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part...as well as a cache for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of unnecessary hard drive spin. The capacity of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is enhanced with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of the current PCIe...
... extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with an ACPI management function to them. * PCIe 3.0 speed is reserved for advanced operating systems. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-3 PCIe 3.0 will become a must be installed on the HDD to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part...as well as a cache for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of unnecessary hard drive spin. The capacity of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. * Intel® Smart Response Technology is enhanced with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of the current PCIe...
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... a DRAM installed into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. Even O.C. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. USB BIOS...
... a DRAM installed into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. Even O.C. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. USB BIOS...
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...in different geographic regions and your DIY experience. Quick and easy information for most accessed information - ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Users can also drag and ...drop boot priorities with difficult POST situations. New upgrade! F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment. This utility saves users the cost and hassle...
...in different geographic regions and your DIY experience. Quick and easy information for most accessed information - ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Users can also drag and ...drop boot priorities with difficult POST situations. New upgrade! F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment. This utility saves users the cost and hassle...
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Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
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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 TPU LED (TPU_LED) 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB3~10) 21. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. EPU LED (EPU_LED) 4. MemOK! USB 3.0 connector (20...
... 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 TPU LED (TPU_LED) 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB3~10) 21. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. EPU LED (EPU_LED) 4. MemOK! USB 3.0 connector (20...
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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. 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-5 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.
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. 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-5 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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... 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. PCI slot 2 7. 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...
... 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. PCI slot 2 7. 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...
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Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system ...setup information such as system passwords. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for...
Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. For system failure due to pins 2-3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system ...setup information such as system passwords. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for...
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..., the system will automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you have made. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-17 2. TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable will use the last setting you change the switch setting to Enable ...in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Refer 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 when the system is powered off. • When the...
..., the system will automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you have made. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-17 2. TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable will use the last setting you change the switch setting to Enable ...in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Refer 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 when the system is powered off. • When the...
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... light will be caused by: 1. com). This may have risks. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to update the BIOS. P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. The flashing rate of the portable disk. 2. Error in file...
... light will be caused by: 1. com). This may have risks. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to update the BIOS. P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. The flashing rate of the portable disk. 2. Error in file...
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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. TPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-21 EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is enabled. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. 3.
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. TPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-21 EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is enabled. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. 3.
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...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 are using Serial ... a Serial ATA RAID set using NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection in the BIOS to [AHCI]. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-23 Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) These connectors connect to [AHCI] by default.
...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 are using Serial ... a Serial ATA RAID set using NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection in the BIOS to [AHCI]. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-23 Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) These connectors connect to [AHCI] by default.
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... to a slot opening at the back 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 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...
... to a slot opening at the back 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 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...
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... plugs. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-27 Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. 9. The system may become...SATA6G_E1 [navy blue]) This connector connects to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. 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 for your system, refer ...
... plugs. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-27 Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. 9. The system may become...SATA6G_E1 [navy blue]) This connector connects to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. 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 for your system, refer ...
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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