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... About this guide...vii P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-6 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion slots...
... About this guide...vii P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-6 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion slots...
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...setup program 3-1 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 3-13 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-14 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-16 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-17 3.5.4 System Agent Configuration 3-18 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-19 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration...28 3.9 Exit menu 3-30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-35 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system...
...setup program 3-1 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 3-13 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-14 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-16 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-17 3.5.4 System Agent Configuration 3-18 3.5.5 USB Configuration 3-19 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration...28 3.9 Exit menu 3-30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-35 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system...
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...XMP) *Hyper DIMM support is supported by Intel® 3rd generation CoreTM processors. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core...technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for Intel® CPU support list. Please refer to www.asus.com for details. Integrated Graphics Processor - Supports HDMI 1.4a with max. ...
...XMP) *Hyper DIMM support is supported by Intel® 3rd generation CoreTM processors. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core...technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for Intel® CPU support list. Please refer to www.asus.com for details. Integrated Graphics Processor - Supports HDMI 1.4a with max. ...
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... Intel® Core® processor family with RAID 0,1,5,10 support - UASP standard only supports Windows® 8. MemOK! - TurboV - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - AI Suite II - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel) *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7®...- Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for the CPU and iGPU - Anti Surge - AI Charger+ - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - GPU Boost - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - ...
... Intel® Core® processor family with RAID 0,1,5,10 support - UASP standard only supports Windows® 8. MemOK! - TurboV - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - AI Suite II - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel) *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7®...- Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for the CPU and iGPU - Anti Surge - AI Charger+ - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - GPU Boost - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - ...
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... connector (3-pin) 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN ...CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - vDRAM Bus: 180-step Memory voltage control - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS...
... connector (3-pin) 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN ...CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - vDRAM Bus: 180-step Memory voltage control - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS...
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... configurations of your system memory to boost system performance. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/MHz memory module will run at speeds up to meet... 1866(O.C.)/ 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to 4X faster than USB 2.0. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Intel® Z77 Express Chipset ... LGA1155 package, with HDD Capacity Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. The P8Z77-V LX affords greater convenience to support socket 1155 Intel® 2nd / 3rd generation Core™ i7...
... configurations of your system memory to boost system performance. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/MHz memory module will run at speeds up to meet... 1866(O.C.)/ 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to 4X faster than USB 2.0. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Intel® Z77 Express Chipset ... LGA1155 package, with HDD Capacity Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. The P8Z77-V LX affords greater convenience to support socket 1155 Intel® 2nd / 3rd generation Core™ i7...
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... fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. Get your system up to 170%, adding to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from the CPU, with ASUS vision of the button to avoid network clogging, and long-waits on /off button, the software currently in line with ultra-fast... setup, and an intuitive network bandwidth control center. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Users can adjust CPU and its full potential. MemOK! MemOK! Auto PPPoE network gives a one -click on downloads. ASUS EPU Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through the intuitive user interface...
... fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. Get your system up to 170%, adding to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from the CPU, with ASUS vision of the button to avoid network clogging, and long-waits on /off button, the software currently in line with ultra-fast... setup, and an intuitive network bandwidth control center. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Users can adjust CPU and its full potential. MemOK! MemOK! Auto PPPoE network gives a one -click on downloads. ASUS EPU Tap into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through the intuitive user interface...
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... BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of fan speed to their default settings. 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more colorful and vivid image on your PC's loading. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 C.P.R. eliminates the need...
... BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of fan speed to their default settings. 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more colorful and vivid image on your PC's loading. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 C.P.R. eliminates the need...
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Intel® CPU socket 4. GPU Boost Switch 7. button 8. DRAM LED 9. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)... COM1) 17. MemOK! Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 15. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-3 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 14. GPU Boost LED 6. Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU, Chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2.
Intel® CPU socket 4. GPU Boost Switch 7. button 8. DRAM LED 9. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)... COM1) 17. MemOK! Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 15. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 11. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-3 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 14. GPU Boost LED 6. Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. CPU, Chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2.
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P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)... mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 Processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the...
P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)... mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 Processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the socket and the socket contacts are unplugged before installing the...
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To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its... cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. ...
To operate at the vendor-marked or at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its... cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. ...
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... about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Shut down the key...to pins 2-3. You can automatically reset parameter settings to re-enter data. For system failure due to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back...
... about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Shut down the key...to pins 2-3. You can automatically reset parameter settings to re-enter data. For system failure due to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back...
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...12 W) fan power. The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. These are not jumpers! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21 Chapter 2 5. 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 LX CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN... PWR GND Rotation +12V GND P8Z77-V LX fan connectors Do not forget ...
...12 W) fan power. The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. These are not jumpers! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21 Chapter 2 5. 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 LX CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN... PWR GND Rotation +12V GND P8Z77-V LX fan connectors Do not forget ...
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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 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
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DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket.
DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket.
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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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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...hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to decide the boot priority. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z77-V LX BIOS Version : 0215 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Total ...Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz) Speed : 2900 MHz Exit/Advanced Mode English Temperature Voltage Fan Speed CPU +113.0ºF/+45.0ºC CPU 1.248V 5V 5.160V CPU_FAN 3325RPM CHA_FAN1...
...hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you to decide the boot priority. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z77-V LX BIOS Version : 0215 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Total ...Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz) Speed : 2900 MHz Exit/Advanced Mode English Temperature Voltage Fan Speed CPU +113.0ºF/+45.0ºC CPU 1.248V 5V 5.160V CPU_FAN 3325RPM CHA_FAN1...
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... and then press when prompted to create/confirm the password. • If you to clear the BIOS password. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-5 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version South Bridge Stepping 0215 x64 12.../14/2011 8.0.0.1296 04/B2 CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 2.90GHz Speed 2900 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Memory Frequency 1024 MB (DDR3) 1333 MHz System Language...
... and then press when prompted to create/confirm the password. • If you to clear the BIOS password. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-5 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version South Bridge Stepping 0215 x64 12.../14/2011 8.0.0.1296 04/B2 CPU Information Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 2.90GHz Speed 2900 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Memory Frequency 1024 MB (DDR3) 1333 MHz System Language...
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...+/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. EFI BIOS Utility - 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 Memory Frequency ...Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-7 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 ...
...+/-: Change Opt. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. EFI BIOS Utility - 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 Memory Frequency ...Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-7 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 ...