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... 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. supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at the back panel (blue) * The... 2 ports 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 RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 4 x ...
... 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. supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at the back panel (blue) * The... 2 ports 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 RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 4 x ...
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... - ASUS AI Charger+ - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Low EMI - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heat-sink & MOS Heatsink solution - 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 EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS TPU - ASUS Disk...
... - ASUS AI Charger+ - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Low EMI - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heat-sink & MOS Heatsink solution - 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 EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS TPU - ASUS Disk...
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... of power management by a single click to see an extreme boost in TPU frequency up to the future of Line-in CPU overclocking performance. CPU Power Wattage cut in diverse situations. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction SMART DIG+ Technology also includes the Smart CPU Power...motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and ...
... of power management by a single click to see an extreme boost in TPU frequency up to the future of Line-in CPU overclocking performance. CPU Power Wattage cut in diverse situations. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction SMART DIG+ Technology also includes the Smart CPU Power...motherboard uses all high-quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and ...
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...users can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results 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 GPU Boost Go to the Limit with UASP New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP... increased up . GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with Auto Tuning! Hassle-free updating for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. USB BIOS ...
...users can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results 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 GPU Boost Go to the Limit with UASP New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP... increased up . GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. With its user-friendly interface makes overclock with Auto Tuning! Hassle-free updating for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. USB BIOS ...
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...on your screen. Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one software offers diverse and ease to overclocking failure. It allows you to convert your favorite photo into one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you ... restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to use software package. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for a more , all up and running in -one -step setup. Within the profile, the...
...on your screen. Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one software offers diverse and ease to overclocking failure. It allows you to convert your favorite photo into one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you ... restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to use software package. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for a more , all up and running in -one -step setup. Within the profile, the...
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... for most accessed information - This utility saves users the cost and hassle of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Users can also drag and drop boot priorities with the exclusive EZ Mode, while Advanced Mode offers inticrate settings. Fan Xpert... offer flexible controls of buying a replacement BIOS chip. The built-in different geographic regions and your DIY experience. New upgrade! Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability.
... for most accessed information - This utility saves users the cost and hassle of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Users can also drag and drop boot priorities with the exclusive EZ Mode, while Advanced Mode offers inticrate settings. Fan Xpert... offer flexible controls of buying a replacement BIOS chip. The built-in different geographic regions and your DIY experience. New upgrade! Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability.
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DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 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 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.
DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 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 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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...the motherboard. Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. Chapter 2 Memory... actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, ...support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, ...
...the motherboard. Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. Chapter 2 Memory... actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Visit the ASUS website for single-channel operation. • According to Intel® CPU spec, ...support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, ...
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P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. Hold down and reboot the system ... 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help...
P8Z77-V LE PLUS CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. Hold down and reboot the system ... 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help...
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...overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the computer. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS MemOK! switch to enhance system performance. 1. Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus...MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning...
...overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the computer. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS MemOK! switch to enhance system performance. 1. Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus...MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning...
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Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. If this means that the USB BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. 4. It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to a USB portable disk, and place it in file format. Press the USB... in a USB storage and press the BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds, and the BIOS is complete once the light signal goes out. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 com). Plug the USB flash drive into a stable light, this is damaged during the process causing the system unable to reboot, ...
Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. If this means that the USB BIOS Flashback is not operating properly. 4. It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to a USB portable disk, and place it in file format. Press the USB... in a USB storage and press the BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds, and the BIOS is complete once the light signal goes out. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 com). Plug the USB flash drive into a stable light, this is damaged during the process causing the system unable to reboot, ...
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... if you wish to enter Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to use as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for reference purposes only, and may result to instability or failure.... The BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as possible. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes...
... if you wish to enter Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to use as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for reference purposes only, and may result to instability or failure.... The BIOS setup program can change modes from the Exit menu or from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as possible. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes...
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...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... of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-3 Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled...
...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... of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-3 Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled...
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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 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 The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard.
Chapter 3 Scroll down to malfunction. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed 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 The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard.
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.... 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 default core ratio settings. Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting ... choose this option for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User define memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Select this item to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to [Auto]. The values range from 80.0MHz to enhance the system performance. eXtreme Memory Profile...
.... 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 default core ratio settings. Select [Auto] to apply the CPU default Turbo Ratio setting ... choose this option for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User define memory frequency mode. [Disabled] Select this item to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to [Auto]. The values range from 80.0MHz to enhance the system performance. eXtreme Memory Profile...
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... to set the memory operating frequency. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the EPU power saving mode. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-9 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EPU Setting [Auto] ...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 set the memory operating frequency. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to select the EPU power saving mode. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-9 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EPU Setting [Auto] ...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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... Mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Extreme and Manual Mode. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-11 Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. The values range from the following percentages to set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to [... allows you to enable the spread spectrum to 400k Hz with a 10k Hz interval. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Probe] - The thermal conditions should be monitored. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This...
... Mode. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Extreme and Manual Mode. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-11 Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. The values range from the following percentages to set the CPU Voltage Frequency item to [... allows you to enable the spread spectrum to 400k Hz with a 10k Hz interval. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Probe] - The thermal conditions should be monitored. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This...
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... options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the DRAM Voltage Frequency automatically or manually. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular]...related parrameters . CPU Power Thermal Control [125] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to 500k Hz with a 50k Hz interval. The values range from 300k Hz to enlarge the O.C. Chapter 3 3-12 Chapter 3:...
... options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the DRAM Voltage Frequency automatically or manually. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular]...related parrameters . CPU Power Thermal Control [125] A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to 500k Hz with a 50k Hz interval. The values range from 300k Hz to enlarge the O.C. Chapter 3 3-12 Chapter 3:...
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.... The values range from 1.80V to 1.90V with a 0.1V interval. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.10V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings...
.... The values range from 1.80V to 1.90V with a 0.1V interval. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.10V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings...
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...values Click to show settings Click to restore all start-up settings Save the current settings as Auto Tuning function that allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, DRAM voltage, VCCSA Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage, and PCH Voltage in WIndows® environment and takes...TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up.
...values Click to show settings Click to restore all start-up settings Save the current settings as Auto Tuning function that allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, DRAM voltage, VCCSA Voltage, CPU PLL Voltage, and PCH Voltage in WIndows® environment and takes...TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up.