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Contents 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-41 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-41 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS 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 ... 3.7 Boot menu 3-26 3.8 Tools menu 3-28 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 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information...
Contents 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-41 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-41 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS 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 ... 3.7 Boot menu 3-26 3.8 Tools menu 3-28 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 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information...
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... 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 disk without entering the OS 4-31 4.6.2 Creating...
... 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 disk without entering the OS 4-31 4.6.2 Creating...
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...lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction ...the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to perform when installing system components. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. •...
...lists the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. vii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction ...the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to perform when installing system components. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. •...
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... *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7® or later versions. MemOK! - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ... - USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - AI Charger+ - AI Suite II - Anti Surge - Low EMI Solution - 100% Solid Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 -
... *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7® or later versions. MemOK! - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ... - USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - AI Charger+ - AI Suite II - Anti Surge - Low EMI Solution - 100% Solid Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 -
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... 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shotcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0,... 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! 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 - vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control -
... 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shotcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0,... 24-pin ATX Power connector 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x MemOK! 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 - vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control -
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...overlocking headroom to push performance to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with ease. MemOK! Network iControl Real-Time Network Bandwidth Control With a one -step... footprint of the button to patch memory issues. Get total system-wide energy optimization by configuring profiles through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Within the profile, programs can adjust CPU and its full potential. MemOK! This is set as top...
...overlocking headroom to push performance to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with ease. MemOK! Network iControl Real-Time Network Bandwidth Control With a one -step... footprint of the button to patch memory issues. Get total system-wide energy optimization by configuring profiles through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Within the profile, programs can adjust CPU and its full potential. MemOK! This is set as top...
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... hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to use . Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to achieve a quiet and cool environment.... just a few clicks away. It easily delivers stable systemlevel upgrades for the ultimate overclocking configuration. and its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in different geographic regions and your screen. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to adjust the CPU fan...
... hangs due to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5 C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to use . Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to achieve a quiet and cool environment.... just a few clicks away. It easily delivers stable systemlevel upgrades for the ultimate overclocking configuration. and its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in different geographic regions and your screen. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to adjust the CPU fan...
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...so may bend the tubing and affect the heat heat dissipation performance. 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with fast computing iGPU. Designed for motherboard users, but also the heatsink... while retaining high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance, provided by both NVIDIA and AMD graphic cards. F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for complete insight. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Also, with native support...
...so may bend the tubing and affect the heat heat dissipation performance. 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with fast computing iGPU. Designed for motherboard users, but also the heatsink... while retaining high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance, provided by both NVIDIA and AMD graphic cards. F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for complete insight. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Also, with native support...
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...) 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 SB_PWR USB56 CLRTC PANEL SATA3G_4 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 18 17...
...) 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 SB_PWR USB56 CLRTC PANEL SATA3G_4 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 18 17...
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... We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and... slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors ...
... We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and... slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors ...
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... setup information such as system passwords. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on...
... setup information such as system passwords. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Keep the cap on...
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... using the MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. Press and...is not properly installed. Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning...
... using the MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX MemOK! A message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer. Press and...is not properly installed. Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning...
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...RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19 If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 .... • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then...
...RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Serial ATA hard disk drives. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19 If you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 .... • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then...
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... USB module cable is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to [AC 97]. Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard.... that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to 480 Mbps connection speed. 3. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P8Z77-V LX AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin ...
... USB module cable is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to [AC 97]. Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard.... that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to 480 Mbps connection speed. 3. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P8Z77-V LX AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin ...
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...Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. 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 intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set ...using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • ...
...Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. 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 intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set ...using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • ...
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... chassis-mounted system warning speaker. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker P8Z77-V LX PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8Z77-V LX System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is...
... chassis-mounted system warning speaker. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker P8Z77-V LX PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8Z77-V LX System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is...
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... assistance. External SCSI devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. The system then runs the power-on the chain) c. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-41 Connect the power cord to enter the BIOS Setup. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from orange to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No...
... assistance. External SCSI devices (starting with a surge protector. 5. The system then runs the power-on the chain) c. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-41 Connect the power cord to enter the BIOS Setup. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (see anything within 30 seconds from orange to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No...
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... settings to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-1 Users can be used under the Exit menu. 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. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings...
... settings to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-1 Users can be used under the Exit menu. 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. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings...
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... program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - 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 ... 3 Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Selects the display language 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...
... program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - 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 ... 3 Use the mouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to the system. 3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Selects the display language 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...
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... Exit 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 Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save...
... Exit 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 Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save...