P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 3
...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 ... Front I/O Connector 2-43 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-44 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-45 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 2-46 2.3.12 Audio I/O connections 2-49 2.4 Starting up for the first...
...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 ... Front I/O Connector 2-43 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-44 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-45 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 2-46 2.3.12 Audio I/O connections 2-49 2.4 Starting up for the first...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 4
... 4-3 iv 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 Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 DRAM Timing Control 3-10 3.5 Advanced menu 3-20 3.5.1 CPU 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...
... 4-3 iv 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 Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 DRAM Timing Control 3-10 3.5 Advanced menu 3-20 3.5.1 CPU 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...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 5
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...
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...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 8
... information and for product and software updates. 1. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. 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 This chapter describes the features...
... information and for product and software updates. 1. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. 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 This chapter describes the features...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 12
... Wizard for optimized speed control - AI Suite II - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM - P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - EPU, EPU switch ASUS TPU - ASUS Q-Connector (continues on the next page) xii ASUS Fanless Design: Heatsink solution ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with V1.01.00 or later) - Wi-Fi GO...
... Wizard for optimized speed control - AI Suite II - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM - P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - EPU, EPU switch ASUS TPU - ASUS Q-Connector (continues on the next page) xii ASUS Fanless Design: Heatsink solution ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with V1.01.00 or later) - Wi-Fi GO...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 13
... & PCH PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - 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. Go to Advanced> Onboard Devices Configuration> Thunderbolt bandwidth in BIOS to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - The Thunderbolt port default runs at 0.005V increment - button 1 x Clear...
... & PCH PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - 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. Go to Advanced> Onboard Devices Configuration> Thunderbolt bandwidth in BIOS to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - The Thunderbolt port default runs at 0.005V increment - button 1 x Clear...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 14
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 .
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 20
... prioritize your system up to 170%, adding to switch back and forth between different utilities. MemOK! ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for any user interaction. USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary hardware-based update solution. Just plug in no need for compatible USB 3.0 ...control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with the power supply connected. USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way ever to use has its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all your system boot success. AI Suite II With its ...
... prioritize your system up to 170%, adding to switch back and forth between different utilities. MemOK! ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for any user interaction. USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary hardware-based update solution. Just plug in no need for compatible USB 3.0 ...control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with the power supply connected. USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way ever to use has its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all your system boot success. AI Suite II With its ...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 21
... Hardware-level ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides the most accessed info - ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Information for greater control. 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Media-renowned UEFI BIOS from ASUS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with ...and drag and drop boot priorities. Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only controls. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-7 Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual...
... Hardware-level ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides the most accessed info - ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) Information for greater control. 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Media-renowned UEFI BIOS from ASUS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with ...and drag and drop boot priorities. Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only controls. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-7 Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 22
... enabling technologies. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of audio files. Symmetry mode improves the balance of incredible surround sound. 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 MVP featuring HyperFormance...
... enabling technologies. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of audio files. Symmetry mode improves the balance of incredible surround sound. 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 MVP featuring HyperFormance...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 36
...K4B1G0846F - - Micron D9KPT(ECC) - - SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F(ECC) - - Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot 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 ...
...K4B1G0846F - - Micron D9KPT(ECC) - - SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F(ECC) - - Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot 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 ...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 39
... DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-15 MemOK! Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next... tuning for successful boot. switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before...
... DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-15 MemOK! Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next... tuning for successful boot. switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 40
... setting to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU function will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. Chapter 2 2. For ensuring...
... setting to Enable under the OS environment, the TPU function will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. Chapter 2 2. For ensuring...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 41
.... • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-17 For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to...
.... • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. However, the system will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-17 For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 44
BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) This LED lights up during BIOS Flashback. Chapter 2 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information 4.
BIOS Flashback LED (FLBK_LED) This LED lights up during BIOS Flashback. Chapter 2 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information 4.
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 45
...above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and ...BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 3. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT...
...above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. You must turn ON the computer. 4. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and ...BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. For system failure due to pins 1-2. 3. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 46
... NOT set the OV_CPU/DRAM jumper to pins 2-3 when you change the jumper settings for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items first to work efficiently under the highest BIOS voltage settings before you install a new CPU and have not booted for example, a water cooling system) to adjust the desired CPU... that your computer and insert the jumper cap back to pins 1-2. • According to enable or disable the advanced CPU and DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. 2.
... NOT set the OV_CPU/DRAM jumper to pins 2-3 when you change the jumper settings for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items first to work efficiently under the highest BIOS voltage settings before you install a new CPU and have not booted for example, a water cooling system) to adjust the desired CPU... that your computer and insert the jumper cap back to pins 1-2. • According to enable or disable the advanced CPU and DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. 2.
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 47
... using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-23 Chapter 2 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. 2.2.8 Internal connectors...
... using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-23 Chapter 2 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. 2.2.8 Internal connectors...
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 48
... hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables.
... hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables.
P8Z77-V PRO/THUNDERBOLT User's Manual
Page 49
... in the BIOS to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for data drives only. Asmedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • The SATA6G_E1/E2 (navy blue) connectors are for details. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-25...
... in the BIOS to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for data drives only. Asmedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • The SATA6G_E1/E2 (navy blue) connectors are for details. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-25...