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...USB 3.0 Boost 4-12 4.3.8 Audio configurations 4-13 4.4 Intoduction to Intel 2012® Desktop responsiveness technologies..... 4-14 4.4.1 System Requirements 4-14 4.4.2 Intel® Smart Response Technology 4-16 4.4.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 4-17 4.4.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 4-23 4.5 RAID configurations 4-26 4.5.1... RAID definitions 4-26 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-27 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-27 4.5.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-27 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-31 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver ...
...USB 3.0 Boost 4-12 4.3.8 Audio configurations 4-13 4.4 Intoduction to Intel 2012® Desktop responsiveness technologies..... 4-14 4.4.1 System Requirements 4-14 4.4.2 Intel® Smart Response Technology 4-16 4.4.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 4-17 4.4.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 4-23 4.5 RAID configurations 4-26 4.5.1... RAID definitions 4-26 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-27 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-27 4.5.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-27 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-31 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver ...
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... Multi-VGA output support: HDMI, DVI, RGB port - Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. P8Z77-V LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ ...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 DVI with max. Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.)...
... Multi-VGA output support: HDMI, DVI, RGB port - Maximum shared memory of individual CPUs. P8Z77-V LX specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ ...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 DVI with max. Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.)...
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P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0,1,5,10 support - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) with ... the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology* *Support for Intel® Core® processor family with RAID 0,1,5,10 support - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.* - 4 x USB...
P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0,1,5,10 support - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) with ... the front panel to support an 8-channel audio output Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology* *Support for Intel® Core® processor family with RAID 0,1,5,10 support - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.* - 4 x USB...
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... applications. Additionally, Z77 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports for frequently accessed data. The dualchannel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This allows you to high speed connectivity. Dual-Channel DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) /... 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to support onboard graphics output with HDD Capacity Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. The P8Z77-V LX affords greater convenience to enjoy a never before-experienced brand new gaming style.
... applications. Additionally, Z77 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports for frequently accessed data. The dualchannel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This allows you to high speed connectivity. Dual-Channel DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) /... 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to support onboard graphics output with HDD Capacity Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. The P8Z77-V LX affords greater convenience to enjoy a never before-experienced brand new gaming style.
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... The motherboard is the latest PCI Express bus standard with the cloud, leading to a more confusion of current PCIe 2.0. Intel® Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive web updates with fresh content for applications to update and sync with improved ... Intel® 3rd generation processors. As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users unprecedented data speeds, combined with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it provides your computer to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in regards to energy ASUS P8Z77-V LX ...
... The motherboard is the latest PCI Express bus standard with the cloud, leading to a more confusion of current PCIe 2.0. Intel® Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive web updates with fresh content for applications to update and sync with improved ... Intel® 3rd generation processors. As such, PCIe 3.0 provides users unprecedented data speeds, combined with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe 2.0 devices. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it provides your computer to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in regards to energy ASUS P8Z77-V LX ...
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... Chapter 1: Product Introduction LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ can choose system performance settings, and drag and drop boot priorities. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or ...Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Quick and easy information for accessing memory information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with Intel®...
... Chapter 1: Product Introduction LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ can choose system performance settings, and drag and drop boot priorities. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or ...Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Quick and easy information for accessing memory information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with Intel®...
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ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-7 This is in regards to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through ... quality and efficiency. * LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ supports Windows® operating system. ** Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family HDMI 1.4a Support Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home-Theater Entertainment ...
ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-7 This is in regards to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through ... quality and efficiency. * LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ supports Windows® operating system. ** Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family HDMI 1.4a Support Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home-Theater Entertainment ...
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..., 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E Super I/O CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8Z77-V LX PCIEX1_2 TPU PCI1 USB3_34 9 Intel® Z77 30.5cm(12.0in) NCT 5535D ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCI3 COM1 8Mb BIOS SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 USB910 USB78...
..., 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E Super I/O CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8Z77-V LX PCIEX1_2 TPU PCI1 USB3_34 9 Intel® Z77 30.5cm(12.0in) NCT 5535D ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCI3 COM1 8Mb BIOS SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 USB910 USB78...
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...; Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) 12. Intel® CPU socket 4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56) 10. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-3 MemOK! USB connectors (10-1 pin USB5~10) 16. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin...
...; Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) 12. Intel® CPU socket 4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56) 10. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-3 MemOK! USB connectors (10-1 pin USB5~10) 16. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin...
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Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 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. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1155 socket. • ...your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 Processors...
Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 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. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1155 socket. • ...your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 Processors...
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... 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information To operate at the vendor-marked or at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is the standard way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address ...-bit Windows OS, when you do any of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. 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...
... 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information To operate at the vendor-marked or at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is the standard way of accessing information from the same vendor. • Due to the memory address ...-bit Windows OS, when you do any of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less (Memory chip capacity counts in Channel A and Channel B. 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...
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.... Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is purchased separately. 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LX SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Refer to [AHCI Mode] by default. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19
.... Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is purchased separately. 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LX SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Refer to [AHCI Mode] by default. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19
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Refer to [RAID Mode]. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX USB3_34 P8Z77-V LX USB3.0 Front panel connector You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this USB 3.0 connector, you are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to...If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available only if you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. 7. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) These connectors connect to .section 4.5 RAID Configurations or the ...
Refer to [RAID Mode]. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX USB3_34 P8Z77-V LX USB3.0 Front panel connector You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this USB 3.0 connector, you are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to...If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available only if you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. 7. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) These connectors connect to .section 4.5 RAID Configurations or the ...
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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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Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 4. Audio I . ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-37 DVI port 8. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 * and **: Refer to the tables on two monitors. HDMI port 10. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port 2. Video Graphics Adapter (...
Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 4. Audio I . ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-37 DVI port 8. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 * and **: Refer to the tables on two monitors. HDMI port 10. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port 2. Video Graphics Adapter (...
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...Setup Mode item in section 3.7 Boot memu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. 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... Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ...
...Setup Mode item in section 3.7 Boot memu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. 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... Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ...
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... 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 English...the Administrator's password is set, then this only limits access to set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-5 EFI BIOS Utility - The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you set the system date,...
... 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 English...the Administrator's password is set, then this only limits access to set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-5 EFI BIOS Utility - The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you set the system date,...
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... item to [Synchromization]. The configuration options vary with a 50MHz interval. The values range from 80.0MHz 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. FreqRef [Auto...
... item to [Synchromization]. The configuration options vary with a 50MHz interval. The values range from 80.0MHz 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. FreqRef [Auto...
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... may cause the system to the default settings. Long Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-9 Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this menu allow you to ...DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Changing the values in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you set the CPU ratio and features. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the...
... may cause the system to the default settings. Long Duration Power Limit [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-9 Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this menu allow you to ...DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Changing the values in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you set the CPU ratio and features. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the...
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... to adjust the value at 0.125A increment. The thermal conditions should be monitored. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on the CPU...
... to adjust the value at 0.125A increment. The thermal conditions should be monitored. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on the CPU...