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...any means, except documentation kept by sending a request to , by the purchaser for backup purposes, without any warranty. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF ..., may be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you wish to infringe. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED...
...any means, except documentation kept by sending a request to , by the purchaser for backup purposes, without any warranty. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF ..., may be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you wish to infringe. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED...
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......vii About this guide...viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-7 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion...
......vii About this guide...viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-7 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion...
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... Configuration 3-21 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-23 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-24 3.5.4 System Agent Configuration 3-25 3.5.5 Intel(R) Thunderbolt 3-27 3.5.6 USB Configuration 3-29 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-30 3.5.8 APM 3-33 3.5.9 Network stack 3-34 3.6 Monitor menu 3-35 3.7 Boot menu...40 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-40 3.8.2. ASUS O.C. Profile 3-40 3.8.3. ASUS SPD Information 3-41 3.9 Exit menu 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 ...
... Configuration 3-21 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-23 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-24 3.5.4 System Agent Configuration 3-25 3.5.5 Intel(R) Thunderbolt 3-27 3.5.6 USB Configuration 3-29 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-30 3.5.8 APM 3-33 3.5.9 Network stack 3-34 3.6 Monitor menu 3-35 3.7 Boot menu...40 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-40 3.8.2. ASUS O.C. Profile 3-40 3.8.3. ASUS SPD Information 3-41 3.9 Exit menu 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 ...
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... 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 item...
... 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 item...
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5.2.6 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-10 5.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-12 5.3.1 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-12 5.3.2 Setting up your display 5-13 5.3.3 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-14 Appendices Notices ...A-1 RF Equipment Notices A-3 vi
5.2.6 Enabling the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology 5-10 5.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-12 5.3.1 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-12 5.3.2 Setting up your display 5-13 5.3.3 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-14 Appendices Notices ...A-1 RF Equipment Notices A-3 vi
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Do not place the product in your area. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry...
Do not place the product in your area. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vii Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all power cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry...
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... These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. About this guide is... organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
... These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. About this guide is... organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
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Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Italics Used to select. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. Example: means that you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: + + ix NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you ...
Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to emphasize a word or a phrase. Italics Used to select. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. Example: means that you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example: + + ix NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you ...
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...Memory QVL for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2600(O.C.)*/2400(O.C.)*/2200(O. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7/...174; Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. 3 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots (support x16; SATA6G_E12 is supported by default for system resource optimization. Integrated Graphics...
...Memory QVL for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2600(O.C.)*/2400(O.C.)*/2200(O. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7/...174; Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for details. 3 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots (support x16; SATA6G_E12 is supported by default for system resource optimization. Integrated Graphics...
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... mid-board * The USB 3.0 ports run USB 3.0 speed under Windows® 7 or later versions. Intel® 82579V Gigabit LAN- DTS Connect - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back I/O 1 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controller- New DIGI+ Power Control with Windows® ...® Z77 Express Chipset - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports at mid-board for iGPU) - quickly delivers higher VRM power for data hard drivers only. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary Storage Intel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - 4 x...
... mid-board * The USB 3.0 ports run USB 3.0 speed under Windows® 7 or later versions. Intel® 82579V Gigabit LAN- DTS Connect - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back I/O 1 x ASMedia USB 3.0 controller- New DIGI+ Power Control with Windows® ...® Z77 Express Chipset - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports at mid-board for iGPU) - quickly delivers higher VRM power for data hard drivers only. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary Storage Intel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - 4 x...
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P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - Remote for portable Smartphone/Tablet, supporting iOS & Android systems - Wi-Fi Engine for network sharing and connection: Client Mode, AP Mode ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics ...the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for top network program in use - ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Q-Connector (continues on the next page) xii Function: DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote ...
P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - Remote for portable Smartphone/Tablet, supporting iOS & Android systems - Wi-Fi Engine for network sharing and connection: Client Mode, AP Mode ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics ...the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for top network program in use - ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Q-Connector (continues on the next page) xii Function: DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote ...
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.../2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x WLAN connector for system resource optimization. iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control - The Thunderbolt port default runs at X2 mode. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports * Thunderbolt port shares bandwidth with SATA6G_E12, USB3_E12 and PCIeX1_2. vCPU_PLL: 160-step CPU & PCH PLL voltage control SFS...
.../2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x WLAN connector for system resource optimization. iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control - The Thunderbolt port default runs at X2 mode. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports * Thunderbolt port shares bandwidth with SATA6G_E12, USB3_E12 and PCIeX1_2. vCPU_PLL: 160-step CPU & PCH PLL voltage control SFS...
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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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...• The illustrated items above are for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x I/O Shield 1 x 2-in your motherboard... different models. Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of...
...• The illustrated items above are for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x I/O Shield 1 x 2-in your motherboard... different models. Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of ASUS quality motherboards! ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-1 Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in the long line of...
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... of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of your system memory to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support! P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT brings you 've never experienced before! 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This provides great graphics performance. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1155 Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation...
... of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of your system memory to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support! P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT brings you 've never experienced before! 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This provides great graphics performance. Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1155 Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation...
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...function. Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of current bus systems. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-3 Extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s Support The Intel® Z77 Express Chipset natively supports the latest Serial ATA (SATA) interface...ports in seconds. Saving your computer a faster wake-up to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in total. The P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT affords greater convenience to the designated SSD, it provides your system memory to high speed connectivity. Chapter 1 Intel® Smart ...
...function. Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of current bus systems. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-3 Extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s Support The Intel® Z77 Express Chipset natively supports the latest Serial ATA (SATA) interface...ports in seconds. Saving your computer a faster wake-up to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in total. The P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT affords greater convenience to the designated SSD, it provides your system memory to high speed connectivity. Chapter 1 Intel® Smart ...
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...enables unlimited freedom to manually adjust the voltage levels, offering easier power control and better power-saving solutions via the ASUS AI Suite II utility. Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control Together with the... ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips, TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit), ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors feature SMART DIGI+ Power Control, which reduces CPU power usage at the specified power level...
...enables unlimited freedom to manually adjust the voltage levels, offering easier power control and better power-saving solutions via the ASUS AI Suite II utility. Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control Together with the... ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips, TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit), ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors feature SMART DIGI+ Power Control, which reduces CPU power usage at the specified power level...
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... and photos from the PC on your DLNA devices via Wi-Fi connectivity, the perfect match for a clutter free computing experience. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-5 And with a smartphone or pad. -M otion control your PC from your network without the need for a hub or switch... files and screen shots from a tablet? Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features Thunderbolt Technology Onboard An industry first, ASUS has placed Thunderbolt I/O technology onboard, and are set up to six devices without an extra router! 2. ASUS Wi-Fi GO! makes enjoying home entertainment easier than USB ...
... and photos from the PC on your DLNA devices via Wi-Fi connectivity, the perfect match for a clutter free computing experience. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-5 And with a smartphone or pad. -M otion control your PC from your network without the need for a hub or switch... files and screen shots from a tablet? Chapter 1 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features Thunderbolt Technology Onboard An industry first, ASUS has placed Thunderbolt I/O technology onboard, and are set up to six devices without an extra router! 2. ASUS Wi-Fi GO! makes enjoying home entertainment easier than USB ...
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... a mere push of a button to update the BIOS! USB Charger+ With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. The UEFI BIOS will then automatically update without the need to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control,...170%, adding to use software package. Chapter 1 USB 3.0 Boost New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all your favorite software easily by configuring profiles ...
... a mere push of a button to update the BIOS! USB Charger+ With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. The UEFI BIOS will then automatically update without the need to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control,...170%, adding to use software package. Chapter 1 USB 3.0 Boost New ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest USB 3.0 standard. With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all your favorite software easily by configuring profiles ...