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...Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shotcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE ... 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 -
...Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shotcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE ... 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 -
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... potential. Any Memory is significantly increased up and running in a specific time period to its processor graphics (iGPU) voltages for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through the AI Suite II utility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of the button to...overlocking headroom to push performance to avoid network clogging, and long-waits on /off button, the software currently in line with UASP New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. Get total system-wide energy optimization by ...
... potential. Any Memory is significantly increased up and running in a specific time period to its processor graphics (iGPU) voltages for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through the AI Suite II utility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of the button to...overlocking headroom to push performance to avoid network clogging, and long-waits on /off button, the software currently in line with UASP New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. Get total system-wide energy optimization by ...
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... Thermal solution makes system more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. eliminates...
... Thermal solution makes system more colorful and vivid image on your screen. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to overclocking failure. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. eliminates...
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A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-5 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. 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.
A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-5 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. 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.
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... vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the latest QVL. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Visit the ASUS website for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you want to protect the CPU. •... module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Any excess memory from a memory module. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. •...
... vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the latest QVL. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Visit the ASUS website for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you want to protect the CPU. •... module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Any excess memory from a memory module. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. •...
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...CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap...system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows ...
...CMOS RTC RAM data. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap...system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows ...
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.... function. • The MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! To stop...the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! MemOK! Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when... tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. Press and hold the MemOK! P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX MemOK!
.... function. • The MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! To stop...the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! MemOK! Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to test one set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when... tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. Press and hold the MemOK! P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX MemOK!
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... to enter the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you want to use as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears... not change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. Being a menu-driven program, it as their operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-1 Do this last option only if the first two failed. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are needed for ...
... to enter the Setup utility. When you start up the computer, the system provides you want to use as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears... not change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. Being a menu-driven program, it as their operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-1 Do this last option only if the first two failed. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are needed for ...
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... 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. 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 LX 3-3 F1: General Help F2...
... 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. 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 LX 3-3 F1: General Help F2...
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....1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-7 Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto FreqRef Auto... 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...
....1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-7 Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Speed : xxxxMHz Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto FreqRef Auto... 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...
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... [DDR3-2800MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to adjust the value. Frequency [xxx] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Allows you to set the previous item to [Manual] and sllows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to [By Per Core...BIOS setup Use / to 300.0MHz. The values range from xxxxMHz (by Intel CPU default settings. [By Per Core] All numbers of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings for the system. Ratio Mode [By Per Core] This item appears only when you set the...
... [DDR3-2800MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to adjust the value. Frequency [xxx] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Allows you to set the previous item to [Manual] and sllows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to [By Per Core...BIOS setup Use / to 300.0MHz. The values range from xxxxMHz (by Intel CPU default settings. [By Per Core] All numbers of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings for the system. Ratio Mode [By Per Core] This item appears only when you set the...
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...: [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. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-9 CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you set the DRAM timing control features. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing Control...
...: [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. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-9 CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you set the DRAM timing control features. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing Control...
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... transient response and the thermal component. DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to adjust the value. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Use the and keys to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme...
... transient response and the thermal component. DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to adjust the value. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Use the and keys to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme...
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Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Offset Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you ..., and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. The values range from 0.800V to set the CPU Voltage item to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. CPU Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you set the Offset voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-11 Setting...
Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Offset Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you ..., and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. The values range from 0.800V to set the CPU Voltage item to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. CPU Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you set the Offset voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-11 Setting...
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... better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 2.135V with a 0.1V interval. We recommend you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.925V to 1.025V with a 0.005V...
... better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 2.135V with a 0.1V interval. We recommend you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range from 0.925V to 1.025V with a 0.005V...
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4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up settings Save the current settings as Auto Tuning function that allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in WIndows® environment and takes... effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software ...
4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up settings Save the current settings as Auto Tuning function that allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in WIndows® environment and takes... effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software ...
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... strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Even O.C. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overlocking results with Auto Tuning! •The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system... configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is an intelligent tool that overclocks your system to achieve a total system level...
... strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Even O.C. beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overlocking results with Auto Tuning! •The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system... configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is an intelligent tool that overclocks your system to achieve a total system level...
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...the system. Read through the warning messages and click OK to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme. 2. If you want to start auto-overclocking. 3. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success....BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. An animation appears indicating the overclocking process. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-7 Chapter 4
...the system. Read through the warning messages and click OK to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme. 2. If you want to start auto-overclocking. 3. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success....BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. An animation appears indicating the overclocking process. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-7 Chapter 4
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...Control Increase phase number under light system loading to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. Refer to increase VRM efficiency. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. iGPU Current Capability A higher value... brings a wider total iGPU power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss....
...Control Increase phase number under light system loading to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. Refer to increase VRM efficiency. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. iGPU Current Capability A higher value... brings a wider total iGPU power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss....