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... and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12.0" x 8.4" (30.5cm x 21.3xm) * Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - Z77-A specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features...
... and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12.0" x 8.4" (30.5cm x 21.3xm) * Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - Z77-A specifications summary ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features...
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ASUS Z77-A 1-11 DDR3 modules are developed for better overclocking ability. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM ...
ASUS Z77-A 1-11 DDR3 modules are developed for better overclocking ability. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1.5 System memory 1.5.1 Overview This motherboard comes with less power consumption. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM ...
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...memory if you install 4GB or more details, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its ... want to install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Z77-A Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. The system maps the...
...memory if you install 4GB or more details, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. Visit the ASUS website for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its ... want to install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to section 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Z77-A Series Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. The system maps the...
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... • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to reenter data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for... about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Z77-A CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Z77-A Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS...
... • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to reenter data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to overclocking. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for... about 5~10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R) feature. Z77-A CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Z77-A Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS...
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2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: ASUS Z77-A 2-13 The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. Scroll down to malfunction.
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to display the following items: ASUS Z77-A 2-13 The configuration options for this section vary depending on the motherboard. Scroll down to malfunction.
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...Overvoltage. The values range from 80.0MHz to 300.0MHz. 2.4.2 [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. 2.4.3 Turbo Ratio [Auto]...keys to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]. 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. Select any of active cores will be...
...Overvoltage. The values range from 80.0MHz to 300.0MHz. 2.4.2 [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] Default set to [Enabled] for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. Allows you to set to default core ratio settings. 2.4.3 Turbo Ratio [Auto]...keys to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]. 2-14 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.4.1 Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. Select any of active cores will be...
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...range from xxxxMHz (by CPU) to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.8 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Use / to adjust the value. 2.4.7 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] ... adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR31600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] 2.4.6 iGPU Max. ASUS Z77-A 2-15 2.4.5 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU ratio and features.
...range from xxxxMHz (by CPU) to enable or disable the EPU power saving function.Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2.4.8 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Use / to adjust the value. 2.4.7 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled] ... adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR31600MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] 2.4.6 iGPU Max. ASUS Z77-A 2-15 2.4.5 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU ratio and features.
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...]. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to adjust the value. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on...
...]. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to adjust the value. The thermal conditions should be monitored. 2-16 Chapter 2: BIOS information Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on...
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... adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component's phase. iGPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to control the power phase based on your... set the Offset voltage. Configuration options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to maintain the current VRM balance. ASUS Z77-A 2-17
... adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component's phase. iGPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to control the power phase based on your... set the Offset voltage. Configuration options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to maintain the current VRM balance. ASUS Z77-A 2-17
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ASUS Z77-A 2-19 The values range from 1.80V to 1.90V with a 0.005V interval. CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range ...] Allows you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 1.685V with a 0.005V interval. The values range from 0.735V to set the Platform Controller Hub volage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] PCH...
ASUS Z77-A 2-19 The values range from 1.80V to 1.90V with a 0.005V interval. CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage. The values range ...] Allows you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 1.685V with a 0.005V interval. The values range from 0.735V to set the Platform Controller Hub volage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] PCH...