User Guide
Page 4
...3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu...3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-15 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-16 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-18 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-20 3.5.4 System Agent Configuration 3-21 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-22 3.5.6... 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...
...3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu...3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-15 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-16 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-18 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-20 3.5.4 System Agent Configuration 3-21 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-22 3.5.6... 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...
User Guide
Page 9
...cards. ** LucidLogix Virtu® MVP supports Windows® 7 operating systems. 2 x PCI Express 3.0* / 2.0 x16 slots (single at x16, or dual at x4 mode, compatible with max. P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel®...the settings. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI, RGB ports - Supports DisplayPort 1.1a with max. resolution of 2048 x 1536 @75Hz - Supports Intel® InTruTM 3D / ...
...cards. ** LucidLogix Virtu® MVP supports Windows® 7 operating systems. 2 x PCI Express 3.0* / 2.0 x16 slots (single at x16, or dual at x4 mode, compatible with max. P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel®...the settings. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. Intel® HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI, RGB ports - Supports DisplayPort 1.1a with max. resolution of 2048 x 1536 @75Hz - Supports Intel® InTruTM 3D / ...
User Guide
Page 10
...supported. ASUS CPU power utility DRAM Power - ATAPI devices are for data storage only. supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at the back panel (blue) * The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions. ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS...at back I /O (6.0Gb/s ready) - 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (navy blue) * Supports on the next page) 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 ...
...supported. ASUS CPU power utility DRAM Power - ATAPI devices are for data storage only. supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at the back panel (blue) * The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions. ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS...at back I /O (6.0Gb/s ready) - 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (navy blue) * Supports on the next page) 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 ...
User Guide
Page 11
... 2 - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xi 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 - vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS...
... 2 - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xi 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 - vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS...
User Guide
Page 12
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 S/PDIF output port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x eSATA port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update...
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 S/PDIF output port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 1 x eSATA port 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update...
User Guide
Page 16
...controllers, allowing ultra-precise tuning for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. CPU Power Wattage cut in diverse situations. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction With the support for the next generation Intel® VRD 12.5 power design, ASUS once again leaps to 85% CPU O.C. TPU The Ultimate Turbo Processor Unleash ...power savings 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 -new SMART DIGI+. TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy...
...controllers, allowing ultra-precise tuning for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. CPU Power Wattage cut in diverse situations. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction With the support for the next generation Intel® VRD 12.5 power design, ASUS once again leaps to 85% CPU O.C. TPU The Ultimate Turbo Processor Unleash ...power savings 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 -new SMART DIGI+. TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy...
User Guide
Page 17
... USB flash drive containing the BIOS file, and press the BIOS Flashback button for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without hardware such as a CPU or a DRAM installed into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II ... overclock with the power supply connected. Just plug in TurboV provides the best O.C. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with UASP New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. beginners can regularly ...
... USB flash drive containing the BIOS file, and press the BIOS Flashback button for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without hardware such as a CPU or a DRAM installed into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II ... overclock with the power supply connected. Just plug in TurboV provides the best O.C. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with UASP New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. beginners can regularly ...
User Guide
Page 19
... native support for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. 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 different ambient temperatures caused by...
... native support for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. 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 different ambient temperatures caused by...
User Guide
Page 26
...want to install 4GB or more details, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is dependent on the O.C....on the motherboard. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. The system maps the total size of the following: - Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing DS Brand NO. Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS - - 9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1...
...want to install 4GB or more details, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is dependent on the O.C....on the motherboard. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. The system maps the total size of the following: - Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing DS Brand NO. Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS - - 9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1...
User Guide
Page 27
...by this motherboard; margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 (and above are supported on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4... - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-7 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200MHz capability Vendors Part No. Voltage 1.65V 1.5V-1.7V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • * The memory modules in 2250MHz ...
...by this motherboard; margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 (and above are supported on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4... - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-7 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200MHz capability Vendors Part No. Voltage 1.65V 1.5V-1.7V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • * The memory modules in 2250MHz ...
User Guide
Page 45
... cable matches the ground pin of the connector. 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 Chapter 2 5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan...
... cable matches the ground pin of the connector. 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 Chapter 2 5. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan...
User Guide
Page 74
...Disabled] Allows you to set overclocking parameters. BCLK/PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to 300.0MHz. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Select this option for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User define ... adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. mode supported by your memory module. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this option for the system. eXtreme Memory Profile This...
...Disabled] Allows you to set overclocking parameters. BCLK/PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to 300.0MHz. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Select this option for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User define ... adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. mode supported by your memory module. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this option for the system. eXtreme Memory Profile This...
User Guide
Page 78
...-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to enlarge the O.C. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. Use the and keys to set the iGPU Current Capability. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to...
...-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to enlarge the O.C. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. Use the and keys to set the iGPU Current Capability. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to...
User Guide
Page 82
... Microcode Revision L1 Data Cache L1 Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 2900 MHz 306a6 4 32 kB x 4 32 kB x 4 256 kB x 4 6144 kB 4 Not Supported 16-29 29 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Active Processor Cores All Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Execute...
... Microcode Revision L1 Data Cache L1 Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 2900 MHz 306a6 4 32 kB x 4 32 kB x 4 256 kB x 4 6144 kB 4 Not Supported 16-29 29 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Active Processor Cores All Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Execute...
User Guide
Page 83
...] Allows you to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. The operating system controls the CPU speed. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-17 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the...[Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to enable or disable the CPU C1E. [Auto] Set this item automatically. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. CPU C1E [Auto] Allows you to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this ...
...] Allows you to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. The operating system controls the CPU speed. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-17 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the...[Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to enable or disable the CPU C1E. [Auto] Set this item automatically. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. CPU C1E [Auto] Allows you to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this ...
User Guide
Page 95
... Min. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis1/2/3 fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard...feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis1/2/3 Q-Fan control feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-29 The values range from 0% to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Chassis1/2/3 Fan Max. CPU Fan Min. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM]...
... Min. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis1/2/3 fan. [Standard] Sets to [Standard...feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis1/2/3 Q-Fan control feature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-29 The values range from 0% to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Chassis1/2/3 Fan Max. CPU Fan Min. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM]...
User Guide
Page 111
.... • The screeshots of AI Suite II in the support DVD have wizards that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously...enabled the Autorun feature. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-3 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in this user manual are for detailed software configuration... the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to the software manual in -one interface...
.... • The screeshots of AI Suite II in the support DVD have wizards that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously...enabled the Autorun feature. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click AI Suite II. 3. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-3 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in this user manual are for detailed software configuration... the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to the software manual in -one interface...
User Guide
Page 112
... applying Applies all changes immediately Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. For system stability, all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and...
... applying Applies all changes immediately Chapter 4 4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. For system stability, all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and...
User Guide
Page 114
...ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with your CPU model. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. Drag the adjustment bar leftwards or rightwards to manually adjust the CPU... Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. CPU Ratio Adjustment bar Click to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in BIOS to restore all start auto-overclocking. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 CPU Ratio Allows you...
...ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with your CPU model. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. Drag the adjustment bar leftwards or rightwards to manually adjust the CPU... Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. CPU Ratio Adjustment bar Click to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in BIOS to restore all start auto-overclocking. 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 CPU Ratio Allows you...
User Guide
Page 116
... Tool > DIGI+ Power Control on the next startup. • Only Intel® 3rd generation processors support the Smart DIGI+ Technology feature. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Default (Smart DIGI+ Setting) Sets your power consumption to CPU default setting. • Enabling the Smart CPU Power Level may decrease the total power delivery to default settings. Smart...
... Tool > DIGI+ Power Control on the next startup. • Only Intel® 3rd generation processors support the Smart DIGI+ Technology feature. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Default (Smart DIGI+ Setting) Sets your power consumption to CPU default setting. • Enabling the Smart CPU Power Level may decrease the total power delivery to default settings. Smart...