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...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V specifications summary ix 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 Control.1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-6 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other ...39 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-40 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-41 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-42 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 2-43 2.3.12 Audio I/O connections 2-46 2.4 Starting up for the first time ...
...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V specifications summary ix 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 Control.1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-6 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other ...39 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-40 2.3.9 Expension Card installation 2-41 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback 2-42 2.3.11 Rear panel connection 2-43 2.3.12 Audio I/O connections 2-46 2.4 Starting up for the first time ...
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... 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. 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 system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information...
... 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. 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 system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information...
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Contents 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-14 4.3.7 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 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 4.4.5 Introduction to Intel® 2012...
Contents 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-14 4.3.7 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 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 4.4.5 Introduction to Intel® 2012...
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...the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features 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. Refer to... ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following...
...the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features 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. Refer to... ATI® CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. About this guide is organized This guide contains the following...
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... 3.0 UASP standard - USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - P8Z77-V specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - Anti Surge - Tuner - ASUS DRAM Power Utility ASUS EPU - Function: DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote...
... 3.0 UASP standard - USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - P8Z77-V specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - Anti Surge - Tuner - ASUS DRAM Power Utility ASUS EPU - Function: DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote...
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...1 x S/PDIF out header 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button 1 x MemOK! vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - iGPU:... (Stepless Frequency Selection): - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - vCCSA: 144-step system agent voltage control - P8Z77-V specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors Precision Tweaker 2: - button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x EPU switch 1 ...
...1 x S/PDIF out header 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x USB BIOS Flashback Button 1 x MemOK! vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - iGPU:... (Stepless Frequency Selection): - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - vCCSA: 144-step system agent voltage control - P8Z77-V specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors Precision Tweaker 2: - button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x EPU switch 1 ...
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P8Z77-V specifications summary BIOS features 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 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME Support DVD contents Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. x 9.6 in . xiii
P8Z77-V specifications summary BIOS features 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 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME Support DVD contents Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. x 9.6 in . xiii
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...motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with different models. BIOS ASUS P8Z77-V 1-1 Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items ...above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V motherboard! Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on...
...motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the items in your package with different models. BIOS ASUS P8Z77-V 1-1 Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items ...above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V motherboard! Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on...
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...the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for UEFI BIOS updates and download the latest BIOS automatically. The UEFI BIOS will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the power supply connected. This all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. This remarkable memory rescue ...plug in a specific time period to update new UEFI BIOS versions even without requiring further interaction. Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one software offers diverse and ease to use has its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in no need to...
...the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for UEFI BIOS updates and download the latest BIOS automatically. The UEFI BIOS will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the power supply connected. This all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. This remarkable memory rescue ...plug in a specific time period to update new UEFI BIOS versions even without requiring further interaction. Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one software offers diverse and ease to use has its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all -in no need to...
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Users can choose system performance settings and drag and drop boot priorities. ASUS P8Z77-V 1-7 Upgraded with Fan Auto Tuning mode, it enables tailored fan speed settings for users who wish to reduce noise levels to run at a time, making ... Fixed Mode for each CPU and chassis fan with exclusive automatic fan speed detection, which scans each fan to near 0dB with native support. F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for enhanced system control - This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one complete module. It reacts to connect or disconnect the...
Users can choose system performance settings and drag and drop boot priorities. ASUS P8Z77-V 1-7 Upgraded with Fan Auto Tuning mode, it enables tailored fan speed settings for users who wish to reduce noise levels to run at a time, making ... Fixed Mode for each CPU and chassis fan with exclusive automatic fan speed detection, which scans each fan to near 0dB with native support. F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for enhanced system control - This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one complete module. It reacts to connect or disconnect the...
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... 9 (574831) ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - GoodRam GR1333D364L9/2G 2GB DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - Load the X.M.P. ASUS P8Z77-V 2-11 Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into either the blue slots or the...RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 4GB DS RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 9 SanMax SMD4G68H1P-13HZ 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRH9C - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the ...
... 9 (574831) ACTICA ACT1GHU64B8F1333S 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - GoodRam GR1333D364L9/2G 2GB DS Qimonda IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - Load the X.M.P. ASUS P8Z77-V 2-11 Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into either the blue slots or the...RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 4GB DS RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 9 SanMax SMD4G68H1P-13HZ 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRH9C - settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the ...
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...DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch ...Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for...
...DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch ...Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for...
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ASUS P8Z77-V 2-15 For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The TPU LED (O2LED1) near the ... TPU LED. • If you have made. However, the system 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. Chapter 2 2. Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. TPU switch...
ASUS P8Z77-V 2-15 For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The TPU LED (O2LED1) near the ... TPU LED. • If you have made. However, the system 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. Chapter 2 2. Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. TPU switch...
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... power consumption. Chapter 2 3. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will use the last setting you change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system...
... power consumption. Chapter 2 3. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will use the last setting you change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system...
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... cap back to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. function. 2.2.7 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. Chapter 2 To erase... for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 2-3. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. You... the power cord before rebooting the system. You must turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS P8Z77-V 2-19
... cap back to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to enable C.P.R. function. 2.2.7 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking. Chapter 2 To erase... for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to pins 2-3. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. You... the power cord before rebooting the system. You must turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS P8Z77-V 2-19
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...; Z77 chipset. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
...; Z77 chipset. Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
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... section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA...® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V 2-21 2. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to [RAID Mode]. If you are set the SATA Mode item ...
... section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA...® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V 2-21 2. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to [RAID Mode]. If you are set the SATA Mode item ...
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...; XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using NCQ, set the ASM1061 Storage Controller item in the BIOS to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for data drives only. Chapter 2 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Asmedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue...
...; XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using NCQ, set the ASM1061 Storage Controller item in the BIOS to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for data drives only. Chapter 2 2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Asmedia® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue...
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.... 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect one orientation. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Chapter 2 8.
.... 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect one orientation. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Chapter 2 8.
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Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-...
Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-...