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...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 ... installation 2-34 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-36 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-38 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-39 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-41 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-42 2.3.8 Front I/O ...
...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 ... installation 2-34 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-36 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-38 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-39 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-41 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-42 2.3.8 Front I/O ...
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...• If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure ... from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it, carefully...
...• If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure ... from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the motherboard, ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it may become wet. • Place the product on it, carefully...
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... This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. viii Refer to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® ...the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide ...
... This chapter describes the contents of the standard package. viii Refer to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure multiple ATI® ...the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide ...
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....11 b/g/n) 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 / 1-port eSATA module • If any of the 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 the long line of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the...
....11 b/g/n) 1 x 2-port USB 2.0 / 1-port eSATA module • If any of the 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 the long line of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the...
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...by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support! The motherboard features the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in multiple GPU configurations. Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core... / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that provide twice the performance of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT brings you 've never experienced before! 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Additionally, Z77 chipset provides 4...
...by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support! The motherboard features the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in multiple GPU configurations. Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core... / 2133(O.C.) / 2000(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that provide twice the performance of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT brings you 've never experienced before! 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Additionally, Z77 chipset provides 4...
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...is powered off button, the application currently in no need for UEFI BIOS updates and download the latest BIOS automatically. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without requiring further interaction. USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary ...prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can regularly check for any user interaction. This all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. determines fail-safe settings and dramatically improves your favorite software ...
...is powered off button, the application currently in no need for UEFI BIOS updates and download the latest BIOS automatically. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without requiring further interaction. USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary ...prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you can regularly check for any user interaction. This all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. determines fail-safe settings and dramatically improves your favorite software ...
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...helping with the elegant appearance! Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of Q-LED, Q-Slot, and Q-DIMM design speed up and...and low noise. 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. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for complete insight. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-7
...helping with the elegant appearance! Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of Q-LED, Q-Slot, and Q-DIMM design speed up and...and low noise. 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. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for complete insight. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-7
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Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-9 This is European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. ErP Ready The motherboard is in regards to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.
Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 1-9 This is European Union's Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to energy consumptions. ErP Ready The motherboard is in regards to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.
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... cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-1
... cord is detached from the power supply. Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-1
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2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.7 Internal connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout Chapter 2 Refer to 2.2.7 Internal connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 2-2 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Chapter 2 Ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any ... are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The...
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. Chapter 2 Ensure that the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any ... are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The...
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2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-5 Chapter 2 Recommended memory configurations Install one memory module in slot A2 first as a single-channel operation. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-5 Chapter 2 Recommended memory configurations Install one memory module in slot A2 first as a single-channel operation. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module.
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... CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Chip NO. - For effective use a more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due...recommend that you are supported by Intel 3rd Generation Core Processors. **Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2600 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.skill Team Part No. F3-20800CL10-16GBZMD(XMP) TXD38192M2600HC10QDC-L(XMP) Size SS/...
... CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Chip NO. - For effective use a more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Any excess memory from the same vendor. • Due...recommend that you are supported by Intel 3rd Generation Core Processors. **Due to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2600 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.skill Team Part No. F3-20800CL10-16GBZMD(XMP) TXD38192M2600HC10QDC-L(XMP) Size SS/...
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... DDR3 2200 and above /2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP)...8226; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-7 DDR3 2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.SKILL GEIL GEIL KINGMAX Part No.
... DDR3 2200 and above /2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP)...8226; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-7 DDR3 2200 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.SKILL GEIL GEIL KINGMAX Part No.
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Chapter 2 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCI_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCI_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-13 Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
Chapter 2 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCI_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot PCI_2 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_3 slot ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-13 Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 2.2.4 Expansion slots Ensure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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... In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slots for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 A B C D E F G H shared - - - - - - - PCIE x16_3 - - PCIE x1_2 - - - shared - - - - - - Intel PCH SATA Controller - - - shared - Thunderbolt shared - - - - - - - 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information shared - - - ...the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (navy blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for details. PCIE x1_1 - ASMedia USB3.0 ...
... In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slots for this motherboard PCIE x16_1 A B C D E F G H shared - - - - - - - PCIE x16_3 - - PCIE x1_2 - - - shared - - - - - - Intel PCH SATA Controller - - - shared - Thunderbolt shared - - - - - - - 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information shared - - - ...the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (navy blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for details. PCIE x1_1 - ASMedia USB3.0 ...
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... the DRAM_LED lights continuously. function. switch Installing DIMMs that 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 until the ... Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-15 function. • ...
... the DRAM_LED lights continuously. function. switch Installing DIMMs that 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 until the ... Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you to fine-tune performance when working on the computer. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-15 function. • ...
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... is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Standby power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to locate the root problem within a second. 2. This is a reminder that the system is...
... is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Standby power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to locate the root problem within a second. 2. This is a reminder that the system is...
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... the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to [RAID Mode]. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-23 If you installed Serial...
... the SATA Mode item in the motherboard support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to [RAID Mode]. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO/ THUNDERBOLT 2-23 If you installed Serial...