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... 3-42 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-43 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-43 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-46 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-47 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-48 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 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 iv ASUS O.C. Contents 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-51 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ...
... 3-42 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-43 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-43 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-46 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-47 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-48 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 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 iv ASUS O.C. Contents 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-51 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ...
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Contents 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-9 4.3.4 EPU 4-13 4.3.5 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-15 4.3.7 Ai Charger 4-17 4.3.8 Probe II 4-18 4.3.9 Sensor Recorder 4-19 4.3.10 ASUS Update 4-20 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-21 4.3.12 Audio configurations 4-22 4.4 RAID configurations 4-24 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-24 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-25 4.4.3 Setting the RAID...
Contents 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-9 4.3.4 EPU 4-13 4.3.5 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-15 4.3.7 Ai Charger 4-17 4.3.8 Probe II 4-18 4.3.9 Sensor Recorder 4-19 4.3.10 ASUS Update 4-20 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-21 4.3.12 Audio configurations 4-22 4.4 RAID configurations 4-24 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-24 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-25 4.4.3 Setting the RAID...
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... package. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. viii About...
... package. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Where to find more information Refer to perform when installing system components. viii About...
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P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiv x 9.6 in .
P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiv x 9.6 in .
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... for the ultimate convenience! USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary hardware-based update solution. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to use has its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates and download the latest BIOS automatically. Network iControl With...
... for the ultimate convenience! USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary hardware-based update solution. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need to use has its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates and download the latest BIOS automatically. Network iControl With...
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...could also dynamically assign tasks to 30% beyond its original performance. DTS Connect To get the most popular PC audio setups - ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is supported by both NVIDIA® and AMD graphic cards. Also with fast computing iGPU. For users searching ... two enabling technologies. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one easy step with ease. Chapter 1 ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.3.6 Other special features LucidLogix Virtu MVP LucidLogix Virtu...
...could also dynamically assign tasks to 30% beyond its original performance. DTS Connect To get the most popular PC audio setups - ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is supported by both NVIDIA® and AMD graphic cards. Also with fast computing iGPU. For users searching ... two enabling technologies. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one easy step with ease. Chapter 1 ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.3.6 Other special features LucidLogix Virtu MVP LucidLogix Virtu...
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2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! switch does not function under Windows™ OS... ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-15 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the system to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically ...
2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! switch does not function under Windows™ OS... ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-15 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 30 seconds for the system to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically ...
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... not operating properly. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-45 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to automatically download the latest BIOS version. 4. Insert the USB storage device to complete the installation. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to the USB Flashback port. 3. Wait until a flashing light appears, which indicates that the BIOS updating process is the...
... not operating properly. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-45 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to automatically download the latest BIOS version. 4. Insert the USB storage device to complete the installation. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to the USB Flashback port. 3. Wait until a flashing light appears, which indicates that the BIOS updating process is the...
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...a USB mouse is connected to your screen. • Ensure that are for information on how to restart the system. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 3-1 When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the same smoothness as easy to restart the system. Users can... operating system. You can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with the opportunity to run this user manual refers to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. Otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. ...
...a USB mouse is connected to your screen. • Ensure that are for information on how to restart the system. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 3-1 When you start up the computer, the system provides you with the same smoothness as easy to restart the system. Users can... operating system. You can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with the opportunity to run this user manual refers to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. Otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. ...
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... Installed Not Installed Not Installed Not Installed Not Installed Not Installed 1 1 Boot Tool Save BIOS settings to display the submenu. Profile > Advanced O.C. 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Profile > ASUS SPD Information Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to configure options for special functions.
... Installed Not Installed Not Installed Not Installed Not Installed Not Installed 1 1 Boot Tool Save BIOS settings to display the submenu. Profile > Advanced O.C. 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Profile > ASUS SPD Information Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to configure options for special functions.
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... DRAM SPD information. Save to Profile Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.8.3. Key in a profile number from one to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 3-41 Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO...
... DRAM SPD information. Save to Profile Allows you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.8.3. Key in a profile number from one to the BIOS Flash, and create a profile. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 3-41 Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO...
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.... Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 3-43 However, BIOS updating is no problem using this chapter to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in the support DVD that allows you to the corresponding sections for this motherboard. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is...
.... Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 3-43 However, BIOS updating is no problem using this chapter to restore the BIOS in Windows® environment. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using a USB flash drive. 3. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in the support DVD that allows you to the corresponding sections for this motherboard. ASUS EZ Flash 2: Updates the BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is...
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.... Chapter 3 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you want to change the boot logo or No to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on the screen. 3. Click Next. 4. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then...
.... Chapter 3 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you want to change the boot logo or No to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on the screen. 3. Click Next. 4. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then...
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... the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 4. You can decide whether to change the boot logo or No to complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT...
... the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 4. You can decide whether to change the boot logo or No to complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT...
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...disk or an OS‑based utility. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to perform the BIOS update process. Press the Up/Down arrow keys ... 3 3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT VER: 0202 fs0:\ Drive...
...disk or an OS‑based utility. To update the BIOS using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to perform the BIOS update process. Press the Up/Down arrow keys ... 3 3-46 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. ASUS EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT VER: 0202 fs0:\ Drive...
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... a floppy disk due to low disk capacity. 3. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Do not save them on the USB flash drive... disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device. 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. When the...
... a floppy disk due to low disk capacity. 3. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment 1. Do not save them on the USB flash drive... disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device. 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. When the...
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... hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to exit BIOS Updater. Select Yes and press . ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 3-49 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. Are you have disconnected them. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later...
... hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to exit BIOS Updater. Select Yes and press . ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 3-49 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. Are you have disconnected them. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later...
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... Apply to cancel the changes made . Sets the schedule for your computer's USB port. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 4-15 Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback allows you have installed the USB storage device to save the...
... Apply to cancel the changes made . Sets the schedule for your computer's USB port. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 4-15 Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback allows you have installed the USB storage device to save the...
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Downloading the updated BIOS 1. Wait for the latest BIOS version. Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support After the utility detects a new BIOS firmware, save the BIOS firmware by clicking from the Save to check the latest BIOS firmware. 2. After the download is complete, click OK. Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for the system to field, select the USB flashdrive, and click Download. 3.
Downloading the updated BIOS 1. Wait for the latest BIOS version. Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support After the utility detects a new BIOS firmware, save the BIOS firmware by clicking from the Save to check the latest BIOS firmware. 2. After the download is complete, click OK. Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for the system to field, select the USB flashdrive, and click Download. 3.
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... support Chapter 4 Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet Allows you to download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com and follow the onscreen instructions to boot. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Updating the BIOS poses some risks such...
... support Chapter 4 Using ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet Allows you to download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com and follow the onscreen instructions to boot. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Updating the BIOS poses some risks such...