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...the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LX motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check... the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LX motherboard! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with different models. ...
...the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LX motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of new features and latest technologies, making it , check... the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LX motherboard! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in your package with different models. ...
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...-in x16 mode). Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to energy ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-3 It is in regards to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in sleep mode. PCIe 3.0 will be installed on Windows® 7™ operating systems. ** Operating systems...
...-in x16 mode). Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to energy ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-3 It is in regards to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in sleep mode. PCIe 3.0 will be installed on Windows® 7™ operating systems. ** Operating systems...
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... few clicks away. This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for the ultimate overclocking configuration. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 It allows you to overclocking failure. ...to use . The built-in 0.00625V steps to convert your screen. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios. C.P.R. GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for every use software package. The userfriendly interface facilitates...
... few clicks away. This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for the ultimate overclocking configuration. ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 It allows you to overclocking failure. ...to use . The built-in 0.00625V steps to convert your screen. settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios. C.P.R. GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for every use software package. The userfriendly interface facilitates...
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ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-7 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 a single cable. This is in regards to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus ...
ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-7 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 a single cable. This is in regards to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus ...
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... the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-1
... the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-1
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... LED 9. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 11. 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 Intel® CPU socket 4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56) 10. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB5~10) 16. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin...
... LED 9. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 11. 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 Intel® CPU socket 4. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_56) 10. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB5~10) 16. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin...
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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. 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.
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...27 1.65V - 9-11-9-27 1.65V -- 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000MHz capability Vendors Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGSTON Part No...• • 1.65V • • 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-7 Size S S / C h i p Chip Timing Voltage DS Brand NO. CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS - Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. AX3U2133GC2G9B-DG2(XMP) 2GB ...
...27 1.65V - 9-11-9-27 1.65V -- 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000MHz capability Vendors Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL KINGSTON Part No...• • 1.65V • • 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-7 Size S S / C h i p Chip Timing Voltage DS Brand NO. CMT4GX3M2B2133C9(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS - Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. AX3U2133GC2G9B-DG2(XMP) 2GB ...
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... before adding or removing expansion cards. PCI slot_2 7. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. LGA1155 Chapter 2 1 2 P8Z77-V LX 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at x16 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCI slot_1 5 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [black] (at x4... VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-13
... before adding or removing expansion cards. PCI slot_2 7. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. LGA1155 Chapter 2 1 2 P8Z77-V LX 3 4 5 6 7 Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at x16 mode) 3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCI slot_1 5 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [black] (at x4... VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-13
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... to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS... Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15
... to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to pins 2-3. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS... Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15
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... switch to Enable will be activated after the next system bootup. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-17 Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the GPU LED. • If you change the switch setting to Enable. P8Z77-V LX GPU Boost Disable (Default) P8Z77-V LX GPU Boost switch • For ensuring the system performance, turn the...
... switch to Enable will be activated after the next system bootup. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-17 Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the GPU LED. • If you change the switch setting to Enable. P8Z77-V LX GPU Boost Disable (Default) P8Z77-V LX GPU Boost switch • For ensuring the system performance, turn the...
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...Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or ... 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 NCQ, set to [RAID Mode]. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19 Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, ...
...Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or ... 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 NCQ, set to [RAID Mode]. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19 Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, ...
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... to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8Z77-V LX SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LX Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM...! 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21 The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. These are not jumpers! Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector...
... to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8Z77-V LX SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LX Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CPU FAN PWM...! 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-21 The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. These are not jumpers! Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector...
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...en-us for ATX power supply plugs. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. 9. P8Z77-V LX EATX12V +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC PIN 1 GND GND GND GND EATXPWR +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V...or later version) and provides a minimum power of 450 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-23 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the...
...en-us for ATX power supply plugs. otherwise, the system will not boot. • We recommend that complies with more power-consuming devices. 9. P8Z77-V LX EATX12V +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC PIN 1 GND GND GND GND EATXPWR +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V...or later version) and provides a minimum power of 450 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-23 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the...
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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 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.
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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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The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-31 2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only.
The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-31 2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only.
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2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-35
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-35
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... VGA output that features desktop extension on two monitors. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 3. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 7. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 6. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-37 Audio I . 2.3.10 Rear panel connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. HDMI port 10. DVI port 8.
... VGA output that features desktop extension on two monitors. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 3. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 7. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 6. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-37 Audio I . 2.3.10 Rear panel connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. Optical S/PDIF Out port 9. HDMI port 10. DVI port 8.