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...vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LX motherboard! Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest... your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LX motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices...
...vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LX motherboard! Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest... your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LX motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices...
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... at the back I/O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to provide efficient power management for applications to update and sync with the cloud, leading to energy ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-3 This means less time waiting for advanced operating systems. 8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC...
... at the back I/O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to provide efficient power management for applications to update and sync with the cloud, leading to energy ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-3 This means less time waiting for advanced operating systems. 8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC...
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... upgrades for a more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. AI Suite II One-stop Access to switch back and forth between different utilities. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of fan speed to fine-tune the VCore voltage in 0.005V steps and DRAM voltage in TurboV provides the best...clear the RTC data. settings in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of real-time OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings...
... upgrades for a more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. AI Suite II One-stop Access to switch back and forth between different utilities. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of fan speed to fine-tune the VCore voltage in 0.005V steps and DRAM voltage in TurboV provides the best...clear the RTC data. settings in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of real-time OC-now a reality with just a few clicks away. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings...
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... blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through a single cable. Chapter 1 searching for full HD 1080p visuals through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. This is in regards to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-7
... blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through a single cable. Chapter 1 searching for full HD 1080p visuals through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. This is in regards to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-7
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... the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-1
... the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-1
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... 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56) 10. Intel® CPU socket 4. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 14. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-3 EATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB5~10) 16. GPU Boost LED 6. MemOK! Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1...
... 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56) 10. Intel® CPU socket 4. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 14. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-3 EATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB5~10) 16. GPU Boost LED 6. MemOK! Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1...
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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. P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX 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 LX 2-5 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. 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 LX P8Z77-V LX 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 LX 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
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... • • 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-7 Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS - - 9 Voltage D I M M s o c k e t (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 1.65V • • support 4 DIMMs P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200MHz capability Vendors Part No...- 9-11-9-27 1.65V - 9-11-9-27 1.65V -- 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000MHz capability Vendors Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGSTON Part No. 78....
... • • 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-7 Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS - - 9 Voltage D I M M s o c k e t (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 1.65V • • support 4 DIMMs P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200MHz capability Vendors Part No...- 9-11-9-27 1.65V - 9-11-9-27 1.65V -- 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000MHz capability Vendors Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGSTON Part No. 78....
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...VGA 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) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-13 Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at x16 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCI slot_1 5 ...] (at x4 mode) 6. Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. PCI slot_2 7. LGA1155 Chapter 2 1 2 P8Z77-V LX 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
...VGA 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) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-13 Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at x16 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCI slot_1 5 ...] (at x4 mode) 6. Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. PCI slot_2 7. LGA1155 Chapter 2 1 2 P8Z77-V LX 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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...reset parameter settings to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord ...again to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep...
...reset parameter settings to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to re-enter data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Plug the power cord ...again to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Keep...
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2. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-17 P8Z77-V LX GPU Boost Disable (Default) P8Z77-V LX GPU Boost switch • For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The GPU LED ...
2. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-17 P8Z77-V LX GPU Boost Disable (Default) P8Z77-V LX GPU Boost switch • For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The GPU LED ...
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...RAID feature is available only if you are set to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19 Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA... bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to [AHCI Mode]. If you can create a...
...RAID feature is available only if you are set to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19 Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA... bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to [AHCI Mode]. If you can create a...
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... the back of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21 CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2; 3-pin PWR_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors....) This connector is purchased separately. 6. The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8Z77-V LX SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LX Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Chapter 2 5.
... the back of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. These are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21 CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2; 3-pin PWR_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors....) This connector is purchased separately. 6. The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8Z77-V LX SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LX Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Chapter 2 5.
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... +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts P8Z77-V LX ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you use a PSU with higher... • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-23 The power supply plugs are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your...
... +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts -5 Volts GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts P8Z77-V LX ATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you use a PSU with higher... • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-23 The power supply plugs are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your...
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ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-25 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 LX 2-25 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.
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-29
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-29
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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 LX 2-31
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 LX 2-31
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2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-35
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-35
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PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port 2. HDMI port 10. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-37 Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. ...
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port 2. HDMI port 10. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-37 Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. ...