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... 3.5.7 APM 3-26 3.5.8 Network stack 3-27 3.6 Monitor menu 3-28 3.7 Boot menu 3-31 3.8 Tools menu 3-33 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-33 3.8.2. ASUS O.C. Profile 3-33 3.9 Exit menu 3-35 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-36 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-36 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-39 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-40 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-41 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating...
... 3.5.7 APM 3-26 3.5.8 Network stack 3-27 3.6 Monitor menu 3-28 3.7 Boot menu 3-31 3.8 Tools menu 3-33 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-33 3.8.2. ASUS O.C. Profile 3-33 3.9 Exit menu 3-35 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-36 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-36 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-39 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-40 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-41 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating...
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...! ASUS O.C. ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch ASUS Wi-Fi GO!: - Wi-Fi GO! Anti Surge - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS DRAM Power Utility ASUS EPU - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-..., Wi-Fi Direct, AP Mode ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for all smart devices - P8Z77-V PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - Industry...
...! ASUS O.C. ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-DIMM - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch ASUS Wi-Fi GO!: - Wi-Fi GO! Anti Surge - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS DRAM Power Utility ASUS EPU - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-..., Wi-Fi Direct, AP Mode ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for all smart devices - P8Z77-V PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - Industry...
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...heat-sink by configuring profiles through high efficient heat-exchange. Hasslefree updating for 3 seconds with no time! 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment.... Overall, it's an intuitive network bandwidth control center. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. MemOK! Combined with mobile devices ...
...heat-sink by configuring profiles through high efficient heat-exchange. Hasslefree updating for 3 seconds with no time! 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment.... Overall, it's an intuitive network bandwidth control center. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. MemOK! Combined with mobile devices ...
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... difficult POST situations ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - Users can choose system performance settings and drag and drop boot priorities. New upgrade... speed up and simplify the DIY process! With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your DIY experience. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 1-7 Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for an even cooler and ...
... difficult POST situations ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" - Users can choose system performance settings and drag and drop boot priorities. New upgrade... speed up and simplify the DIY process! With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your DIY experience. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 1-7 Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for an even cooler and ...
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...8482; OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. Chapter 2 • Refer to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested.... performance when working on the computer. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due 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! function. ...
...8482; OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. Chapter 2 • Refer to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested.... performance when working on the computer. It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due 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! function. ...
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...seconds, then move the jumper again to enable C.P.R. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 2-17 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF... the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU...
...seconds, then move the jumper again to enable C.P.R. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to pins 1-2. 3. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 2-17 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Turn OFF... the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU...
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... to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug; The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is recommended when configuring a system ... 550 610 350 350 500 450 350 850 850 750 300 850 400 310 430 750 300 450 750 1200 1300 650 1050 400 320 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 2-25 Chapter 2 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 ...
... to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug; The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is recommended when configuring a system ... 550 610 350 350 500 450 350 850 850 750 300 850 400 310 430 750 300 450 750 1200 1300 650 1050 400 320 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 2-25 Chapter 2 • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 ...
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... then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. After applying power, the system power LED on , hold down the ... your monitor complies with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up or change from the time you press the ATX power button. Monitor b. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 2-47 Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. ...
... then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. After applying power, the system power LED on , hold down the ... your monitor complies with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up or change from the time you press the ATX power button. Monitor b. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 2-47 Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for less than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the system chassis. 4. ...
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...off and then turn it lets you wish to enter Setup after POST, press + + , or press the reset button on how to boot. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to restart the system. We strongly recommend that you with the same ... system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to ensure system compatibility and stability. The BIOS setup program can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with the opportunity to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-1 When you ...
...off and then turn it lets you wish to enter Setup after POST, press + + , or press the reset button on how to boot. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to restart the system. We strongly recommend that you with the same ... system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to ensure system compatibility and stability. The BIOS setup program can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with the opportunity to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-1 When you ...
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..., or enters the Advanced Mode Chapter 3 Quick switch to Shortcut Quick switch to Advanced Mode Normal mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode ASUS Optimal mode Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides...
..., or enters the Advanced Mode Chapter 3 Quick switch to Shortcut Quick switch to Advanced Mode Normal mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Power Saving mode ASUS Optimal mode Displays the system properties of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides...
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...Enabled AUTO AUTO PCI Express X1_1 slot or USB3.0 switch X1 Slot Marvell Storage Controller AHCI Mode Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Bluetooth Controller →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. 3.2.2... Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO...
...Enabled AUTO AUTO PCI Express X1_1 slot or USB3.0 switch X1 Slot Marvell Storage Controller AHCI Mode Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled Bluetooth Controller →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. 3.2.2... Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO...
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... than sign (>) before each item on the screen. Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display the other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar displays the specific items for that do not fit on the screen. To change the value of the...
... than sign (>) before each item on the screen. Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display the other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar displays the specific items for that do not fit on the screen. To change the value of the...
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...; The Administrator or User Password items on password and must be entered to change the system security settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-5 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date EC Version ME Version South Bridge... System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Fri 11/08/2011] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot Tool Choose the system default language Security The Security menu items allow you have Administrator rights Administrator Password User Password Administrator...
...; The Administrator or User Password items on password and must be entered to change the system security settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-5 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date EC Version ME Version South Bridge... System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Fri 11/08/2011] [16:46:15] Administrator > Security Boot Tool Choose the system default language Security The Security menu items allow you have Administrator rights Administrator Password User Password Administrator...
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... function. Chapter 3 Use the scroll to display more items. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this screen may...
... function. Chapter 3 Use the scroll to display more items. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this screen may...
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... Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ PCH Configuration > Monitor PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled > Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology > Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Exit Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disbled] Allows you to enable or disable ISCT Configuration...
... Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ PCH Configuration > Monitor PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled > Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology > Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Exit Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disbled] Allows you to enable or disable ISCT Configuration...
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... USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off Disabled Boot Tool Enables Legacy USB support. Intel xHCI Mode [Smart Auto] [Smart Auto] Enables optimized xHCI. [Auto] Allows the system to set the xHCI. [Enabled] Enables...
... USB 3.0 devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for operating systems without an EHCI hand‑off Disabled Boot Tool Enables Legacy USB support. Intel xHCI Mode [Smart Auto] [Smart Auto] Enables optimized xHCI. [Auto] Allows the system to set the xHCI. [Enabled] Enables...
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... Loss Power Off Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Disabled Power On By PCI Disabled Power On By PCIE Disabled Power On By RTC Disabled Exit Boot Tool Allow BIOS yo switch off . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after...
... Loss Power Off Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Disabled Power On By PCI Disabled Power On By PCIE Disabled Power On By RTC Disabled Exit Boot Tool Allow BIOS yo switch off . Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after...
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3.5.8 Network stack EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ Network stack > Network stack Advanced Monitor Disabled Link Exit Boot Tool Enable/Disable UEFI network stack Network stack [Disabled Link] This item allows user to enable/disable UEFI network stack function. Configuration options: [Disabled Link] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-27
3.5.8 Network stack EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ Network stack > Network stack Advanced Monitor Disabled Link Exit Boot Tool Enable/Disable UEFI network stack Network stack [Disabled Link] This item allows user to enable/disable UEFI network stack function. Configuration options: [Disabled Link] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-27
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... when error occurs. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to [Off]. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-31 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen...
... when error occurs. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to [Off]. ASUS P8Z77-V PRO 3-31 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen...
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... available devices. Click an item to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy ROM] [EFI Compatible ROM] Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM] In case of devices ...on the number of devices installed in the system. • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in the system. UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enable both UEFI and Legacy] [Enable both UEFI and Legacy] Enables both ...
... available devices. Click an item to launch. Configuration options: [Legacy ROM] [EFI Compatible ROM] Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the selected device. Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM] In case of devices ...on the number of devices installed in the system. • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in the system. UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enable both UEFI and Legacy] [Enable both UEFI and Legacy] Enables both ...