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... this manual may or may contain copyrighted software that is distributed without the express written permission of shipment with the complete machinereadable "work that we would be much obliged if you wish to , by ASUS; The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you encounter any problems...
... this manual may or may contain copyrighted software that is distributed without the express written permission of shipment with the complete machinereadable "work that we would be much obliged if you wish to , by ASUS; The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you encounter any problems...
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...4.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback 4-16 4.3.9 ASUS Update 4-18 4.3.10 MyLogo2 4-19 4.3.11 Audio configurations 4-21 4.4 RAID configurations 4-22 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-22 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-23 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-23 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-23 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-29 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-29 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-29 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation....... 4-30 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 4-31...
...4.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback 4-16 4.3.9 ASUS Update 4-18 4.3.10 MyLogo2 4-19 4.3.11 Audio configurations 4-21 4.4 RAID configurations 4-22 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-22 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-23 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-23 4.4.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-23 4.5 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-29 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-29 4.5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-29 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation....... 4-30 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 4-31...
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... Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) ix P8Z77-V PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for details. 2 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots [black] (single at 16 or dual at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots** 2 x PCI slots * PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. **T he PCIe x1_2 shares bandwidth with max. resolution 2560 x 1600@60Hz Supports HDMI 1.4a with max.
... Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) ix P8Z77-V PRO specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for details. 2 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots [black] (single at 16 or dual at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots** 2 x PCI slots * PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. **T he PCIe x1_2 shares bandwidth with max. resolution 2560 x 1600@60Hz Supports HDMI 1.4a with max.
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...PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch 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 (continues on the next page) xii vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - P8Z77-V PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features...
...PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection): - button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch 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 (continues on the next page) xii vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - P8Z77-V PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features...
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... thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will then automatically update without hardware such as a CPU or DRAM installed into one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with the elegant appearance! Network iControl With a single-click on downloads. AI Suite II With...
... thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will then automatically update without hardware such as a CPU or DRAM installed into one simple to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with the elegant appearance! Network iControl With a single-click on downloads. AI Suite II With...
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... lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Due to Intel 2nd Generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. P8Z77-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL...
... lower-sized channel for single-channel operation. • Due to Intel 2nd Generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above are using a 32-bit Windows OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more details, refer to the Microsoft® support site at a higher frequency, refer to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is then mapped for the dual-channel configuration. P8Z77-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL...
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... Processors by this motherboard; Size SS/ C h i p Chip NO. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 2-7 however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. margin of the installed CPU. Size SS/DS GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS Chip Brand Chip NO. - - DDR3 2000 MHz capability Vendors Apacer Silicon Power G.SKILL G.SKILL KINGSTON Transcend Patriot Patriot Silicon Power Part No. margin of the installed CPU. Timing Voltage...
... Processors by this motherboard; Size SS/ C h i p Chip NO. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 2-7 however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. margin of the installed CPU. Size SS/DS GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS Chip Brand Chip NO. - - DDR3 2000 MHz capability Vendors Apacer Silicon Power G.SKILL G.SKILL KINGSTON Transcend Patriot Patriot Silicon Power Part No. margin of the installed CPU. Timing Voltage...
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...(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage - - 9-9-9-24 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM ● ● ● * The memory modules in 1866MHz and above are supported on Intel 3rd Generation Processors by this motherboard; DIMM support 2DIMM ● ● ● ● ● socket 4DIMM ● ● ● 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information margin of the installed CPU. Size S S / Chip Brand DS AX3U1600XC4G79(XMP) 4GB...
...(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage - - 9-9-9-24 1.6 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM ● ● ● * The memory modules in 1866MHz and above are supported on Intel 3rd Generation Processors by this motherboard; DIMM support 2DIMM ● ● ● ● ● socket 4DIMM ● ● ● 2-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information margin of the installed CPU. Size S S / Chip Brand DS AX3U1600XC4G79(XMP) 4GB...
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... storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to run this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. If you change modes from the Exit menu or from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. You can be used under the Exit menu. We strongly recommend that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user...
... storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you to run this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. If you change modes from the Exit menu or from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. You can be used under the Exit menu. We strongly recommend that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user...
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... options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-3 Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type SPDIF Renesas USB 3.0 Controller Enabled Bluetooth Controller Bluetooth Controller PCI Express X1_2 Slot (Blue) bandDwisidatbhl ed Enabled PCI Express X16_3 slot (black) bandwidth Enabled AUTO AUTO PCI Express X1_1 slot or USB3.0 switch X1 Slot Marvell Storage Controller AHCI Mode Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled Boot...
... options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-3 Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type SPDIF Renesas USB 3.0 Controller Enabled Bluetooth Controller Bluetooth Controller PCI Express X1_2 Slot (Blue) bandDwisidatbhl ed Enabled PCI Express X16_3 slot (black) bandwidth Enabled AUTO AUTO PCI Express X1_1 slot or USB3.0 switch X1 Slot Marvell Storage Controller AHCI Mode Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled Boot...
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... systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to set the processor cores to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled} The operating system controls the CPU speed. This function must be enabled to zero (0). CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Use and keys to your CPU model. The valid...
... systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to set the processor cores to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled} The operating system controls the CPU speed. This function must be enabled to zero (0). CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Use and keys to your CPU model. The valid...
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... during the POST. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this item to [Enabled] to empower both integrated and discrete graphics. Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX] [PEG] iGPU Memory [32M] This item select DVMT 5.0 pre-allocated graphic memory size, used by the internal graphic device. For Lucid Virtu MVP function supports, set the SATA mode item to [AHCI Mode] or [RAID Mode], and allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. [Disabled] Disables this function. S.M.A.R.T. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] These...
... during the POST. When read/write of your hard disk errors occur, this item to [Enabled] to empower both integrated and discrete graphics. Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX] [PEG] iGPU Memory [32M] This item select DVMT 5.0 pre-allocated graphic memory size, used by the internal graphic device. For Lucid Virtu MVP function supports, set the SATA mode item to [AHCI Mode] or [RAID Mode], and allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. [Disabled] Disables this function. S.M.A.R.T. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] These...
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...] Use the and keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. Chassis Q-Fan Control 1/4 [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Min. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan 1/4 Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the chassis fan warning speed. Chassis Fan Max. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. Anti...
...] Use the and keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. Chassis Q-Fan Control 1/4 [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Min. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan 1/4 Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the chassis fan warning speed. Chassis Fan Max. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. Anti...
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... update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. If there is potentially risky. Chapter 3 3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. However, BIOS updating is no problem using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in Windows® environment. 2. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the current version of this utility. The ASUS...
... update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. If there is potentially risky. Chapter 3 3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot. However, BIOS updating is no problem using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted. 4. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in Windows® environment. 2. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using the current version of this utility. The ASUS...
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... BIOS file when it to load default BIOS values. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the USB port. 3. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for the BIOS file. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. Chapter 3 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows you press to a USB flash drive. Turn...
... BIOS file when it to load default BIOS values. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the USB port. 3. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for the BIOS file. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that contains the BIOS file. Chapter 3 3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows you press to a USB flash drive. Turn...
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... 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-41 Boot your computer. 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Welcome to the USB port. 2. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus...
... 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-41 Boot your computer. 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives (optional). Welcome to the USB port. 2. Booting the system in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus...
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....EXE to use the devices. Install the necessary drivers to run the DVD. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 4-1 Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS). Use the setup procedures presented in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to avail all motherboard features. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that you can install to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE...
....EXE to use the devices. Install the necessary drivers to run the DVD. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 4-1 Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS). Use the setup procedures presented in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to avail all motherboard features. The Utilities menu shows the applications and other software that you can install to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE...
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...Select Menu ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 4-23 Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Reset Disks to [RAID Mode]. 4. Acceleration Options 6. Set the SATA Mode item to Non-RAID 4. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Refer to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Delete RAID Volume 3. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. During POST, press + to Chapter 3 for a RAID configuration: 1. 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. Save your changes...
...Select Menu ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 4-23 Enter the BIOS Setup during POST. 2. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Reset Disks to [RAID Mode]. 4. Acceleration Options 6. Set the SATA Mode item to Non-RAID 4. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Refer to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Delete RAID Volume 3. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. During POST, press + to Chapter 3 for a RAID configuration: 1. 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. Save your changes...
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...RAID driver disk in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. Start Windows®. 2. Place the motherboard support DVD into the USB floppy disk drive, then press . 8. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 4-29 Insert a formatted floppy disk into the optical drive. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to section 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive. 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS: 1. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID...
...RAID driver disk in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. Start Windows®. 2. Place the motherboard support DVD into the USB floppy disk drive, then press . 8. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 4-29 Insert a formatted floppy disk into the optical drive. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to section 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive. 4.5.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS: 1. Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID...
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... screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you to install third- party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. To install the RAID driver for Windows® Vista or later OS: 1. During the OS installation, click Load Driver to allow you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. 4. Click OK. 4. Chapter 4 4-30 Chapter 4: Software support...
... screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you to install third- party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. To install the RAID driver for Windows® Vista or later OS: 1. During the OS installation, click Load Driver to allow you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to Drivers > RAID, and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. 4. Click OK. 4. Chapter 4 4-30 Chapter 4: Software support...