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... 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 ...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 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 ...
... 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 ...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 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 ...
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... QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for Intel® CPU support list. Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - ix P8Z77-V LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd... Supports 32nm and 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. Integrated Graphics Processor - Supports DVI with max. Intel® HD Graphics Support Multi-VGA output support:...
... QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for Intel® CPU support list. Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - ix P8Z77-V LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd... Supports 32nm and 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0* * The Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. Integrated Graphics Processor - Supports DVI with max. Intel® HD Graphics Support Multi-VGA output support:...
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...CPU and iGPU - MemOK! - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - GPU Boost - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel) *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7® or later versions. AI Charger+ - supports ASUS...10 support - USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - AI Suite II - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS My Logo 2 (continued on the next page) Anti Surge - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique...
...CPU and iGPU - MemOK! - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - GPU Boost - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel) *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7® or later versions. AI Charger+ - supports ASUS...10 support - USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - AI Suite II - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS My Logo 2 (continued on the next page) Anti Surge - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique...
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... 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x User Manual 1 x I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD (continued on the next page) xi vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control - 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...
... 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x User Manual 1 x I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD (continued on the next page) xi vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control - 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...
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...DDR3 600 MHz frequency as a cache for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. The P8Z77-V LX affords greater convenience to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Intel® Smart...ports in multiple-GPU configurations of your system memory to boost system performance. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/MHz memory module will run at speeds up to 10 times faster than ...a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This allows you to support socket 1155 Intel® 2nd / 3rd generation Core™ ...
...DDR3 600 MHz frequency as a cache for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. The P8Z77-V LX affords greater convenience to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Intel® Smart...ports in multiple-GPU configurations of your system memory to boost system performance. * Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/MHz memory module will run at speeds up to 10 times faster than ...a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This allows you to support socket 1155 Intel® 2nd / 3rd generation Core™ ...
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... control center. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Within the profile, programs can be pre-scheduled to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from the CPU, with UASP New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. MemOK! Auto PPPoE network gives a one -click on downloads. This remarkable memory rescue...
... control center. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Within the profile, programs can be pre-scheduled to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from the CPU, with UASP New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. MemOK! Auto PPPoE network gives a one -click on downloads. This remarkable memory rescue...
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... mapped for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for the latest QVL. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 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...sockets. • You may operate at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized ...
... mapped for the dual-channel configuration. Under the default state, some memory modules for the latest QVL. 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 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...sockets. • You may operate at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized ...
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... FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Rotation +12V GND P8Z77-V LX fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage ... on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. 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. These are not jumpers! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21 Chapter 2 5.
... FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND Rotation +12V GND P8Z77-V LX fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage ... on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. 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. These are not jumpers! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21 Chapter 2 5.
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... range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the iGPU Load-line Calibration. Setting a...negative value. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-11 CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you to set the Offset voltage. iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [...
... range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the iGPU Load-line Calibration. Setting a...negative value. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-11 CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you to set the Offset voltage. iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [...
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... Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 2900 MHz 306a6 2 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...Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configuration options: [...
... Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 2900 MHz 306a6 2 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...Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. Configuration options: [...
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... appears only when you to perform adjacent cache line prefetching. [Disabled] Disables this function. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-15 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] ...CPU model. CPU C1E [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this item automatically. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support...
... appears only when you to perform adjacent cache line prefetching. [Disabled] Disables this function. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-15 Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] ...CPU model. CPU C1E [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this item automatically. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support...
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...Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-23 Use and keys to get the system ready for ErP requirement. Scroll down to change the fan settings. Second Allows you to display the following items: 5V Voltage +5.040 V 12V Voltage +12.480 V Anti Surge Support Enabled F2: ... N/A Chassis Fan 2 Speed N/A Power Fan Speed N/A CPU Q-Fan Control Enabled CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard Chassis Q-Fan Control Enabled Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Chassis Fan Profile Standard CPU Voltage +0.904 V 3.3V Voltage +3.296 V →...
...Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-23 Use and keys to get the system ready for ErP requirement. Scroll down to change the fan settings. Second Allows you to display the following items: 5V Voltage +5.040 V 12V Voltage +12.480 V Anti Surge Support Enabled F2: ... N/A Chassis Fan 2 Speed N/A Power Fan Speed N/A CPU Q-Fan Control Enabled CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard Chassis Q-Fan Control Enabled Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Chassis Fan Profile Standard CPU Voltage +0.904 V 3.3V Voltage +3.296 V →...
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... if you to 100%. Chassis Fan Max. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-25 When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty ...and keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you do not want to...
... if you to 100%. Chassis Fan Max. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-25 When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit, the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty ...and keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you do not want to...
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... wizards that will conveniently guide you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-3 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1.... customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite II To install AI...
... wizards that will conveniently guide you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-3 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer 1.... customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite II To install AI...
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... the AI Suite II main menu bar. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot...CPU frequency and related voltages as well as a new profile Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes immediately For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments. Refer to BIOS settings and will not be saved to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS...
... the AI Suite II main menu bar. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot...CPU frequency and related voltages as well as a new profile Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes immediately For advanced overclock ability, adjust first the BIOS items, and then proceed more detailed adjustments. Refer to BIOS settings and will not be saved to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS...
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... Tuning is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support 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...
... Tuning is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support 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...
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...heavy system loading to get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. iGPU Load-line Calibration Load-line is defined by clicking... Tool > DIGI+ VRM on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. iGPU ...
...heavy system loading to get higher voltage and good overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for overclocking. iGPU Load-line Calibration Load-line is defined by clicking... Tool > DIGI+ VRM on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. iGPU ...
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You can select to save system power. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-9 Chapter 4 Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated Displays the amount ...CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button . • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI Suite ...
You can select to save system power. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-9 Chapter 4 Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated Displays the amount ...CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button . • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI Suite ...
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4.3.5 FAN Xpert+ Fan Xpert+ intelligently allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. Launching FAN Xpert+ After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert+ by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your selected fan. Using... to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the best cooling effect. • Intelligent: automatically adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the ambient temperature. • Stable: fixes the CPU fan speed to discard the settings Fan...
4.3.5 FAN Xpert+ Fan Xpert+ intelligently allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. Launching FAN Xpert+ After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert+ by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your selected fan. Using... to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the best cooling effect. • Intelligent: automatically adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the ambient temperature. • Stable: fixes the CPU fan speed to discard the settings Fan...
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...utility, you are assured that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you to adjust the sensor threshold values. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-11 Configuring Probe II Click the Voltage/Temperature/Fan Speed tabs to activate the sensors or to customize the time interval of ...Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at a healthy operating condition. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Launching Probe II After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Probe II by clicking...
...utility, you are assured that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you to adjust the sensor threshold values. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-11 Configuring Probe II Click the Voltage/Temperature/Fan Speed tabs to activate the sensors or to customize the time interval of ...Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at a healthy operating condition. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Launching Probe II After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Probe II by clicking...