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...pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - vDRAM Bus: 180-step Memory voltage control - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - BCLK/PCIE... 8-channel audio I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD (continued on the next page) xi vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control - 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 -
...pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - vDRAM Bus: 180-step Memory voltage control - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - BCLK/PCIE... 8-channel audio I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD (continued on the next page) xi vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control - 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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...%, adding to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from the CPU, with ASUS vision of the button to its processor graphics (iGPU) voltages for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through the intuitive user interface. This proprietary design increases ...overlocking headroom to push performance to patch memory issues. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB ...
...%, adding to match digital power signal (SVID) requests from the CPU, with ASUS vision of the button to its processor graphics (iGPU) voltages for various overclocking scenarios, with accurate input through the intuitive user interface. This proprietary design increases ...overlocking headroom to push performance to patch memory issues. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB ...
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... and forth between different utilities. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Fan Xpert+ ASUS Fan Xpert+ intelligently allows you to overclocking failure. It allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to convert your favorite photo...overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; Chapter 1 GPU Boost Go the Limit with no need 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. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P8Z77-V LX...
... and forth between different utilities. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. Fan Xpert+ ASUS Fan Xpert+ intelligently allows you to overclocking failure. It allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to convert your favorite photo...overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; Chapter 1 GPU Boost Go the Limit with no need 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. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P8Z77-V LX...
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ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-5 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. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 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 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. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 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.
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... more efficient memory cooling system to the Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of accessing information from ... to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its...
... more efficient memory cooling system to the Microsoft® support site at a lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is the standard way of accessing information from ... to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its...
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... (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM... when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF the computer...
... (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM... when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF the computer...
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...the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after using the MemOK! This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the exact ...environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The... DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots...
...the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after using the MemOK! This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the exact ...environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The... DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots...
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. Otherwise, POST ... you want to use as their operating system. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-1 See section 2.2.5 Jumper for BIOS item modification. The term "BIOS" in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode...
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. Otherwise, POST ... you want to use as their operating system. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that requires further BIOS settings or update. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-1 See section 2.2.5 Jumper for BIOS item modification. The term "BIOS" in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode...
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...For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-3 Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized ... end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced For changing the basic 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...
...For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-3 Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized ... end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced For changing the basic 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...
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...: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-7 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 Auto...Scroll down to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending 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...
...: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-7 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 Auto...Scroll down to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending 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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... vary with a 50MHz interval. 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. iGPU Max. Frequency [xxx] Allows you to 300.0MHz. Use ...the and keys to set overclocking parameters. The values range from 80.0MHz to individually set the iGPU maximum frequency. Use / to [Synchromization]. Use the and keys to ...
... vary with a 50MHz interval. 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. iGPU Max. Frequency [xxx] Allows you to 300.0MHz. Use ...the and keys to set overclocking parameters. The values range from 80.0MHz to individually set the iGPU maximum frequency. Use / to [Synchromization]. Use the and keys to ...
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...Ratio [Auto] Allows you set the EPU Power Saving MODE item to [Enabled.] and allows you to select the EPU power saving mode. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-9 EPU Power Saving MODE [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EPU Setting [Auto.... Configuration options: [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. Use the and keys to your CPU model.
...Ratio [Auto] Allows you set the EPU Power Saving MODE item to [Enabled.] and allows you to select the EPU power saving mode. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-9 EPU Power Saving MODE [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] EPU Setting [Auto.... Configuration options: [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. Use the and keys to your CPU model.
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... options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] 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. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects...
... options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] 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. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects...
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...values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage... the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the iGPU Offset voltage. Refer to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-11...
...values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support. CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage... the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the iGPU Offset voltage. Refer to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-11...
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.... The values range from 1.185V to 1.025V with a 0.005V interval. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to set the Platform Controller Hub volage. The values range from 0.925V to 2.135V with a 0.1V interval. The values range from 1.80V...
.... The values range from 1.185V to 1.025V with a 0.005V interval. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to set the Platform Controller Hub volage. The values range from 0.925V to 2.135V with a 0.1V interval. The values range from 1.80V...
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...a low voltage may make the system unstable. 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 ...
...a low voltage may make the system unstable. 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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... 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 up using TurboV. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Even O.C. Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning...
... 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 up using TurboV. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Even O.C. Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning...
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... and click OK to exit. Click Stop if you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-7 Chapter 4 TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to cancel...
... and click OK to exit. Click Stop if you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-7 Chapter 4 TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to cancel...
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...to enhance reliability and stability. 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. The iGPU working voltage will affect the VRM transient response...Phase 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. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. A higher ...
...to enhance reliability and stability. 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. The iGPU working voltage will affect the VRM transient response...Phase 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. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. A higher ...