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P8H77-M LE Motherboard
P8H77-M LE Motherboard
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Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8H77-M LE specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.3.3 Other special features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation...
Contents Safety information vi About this guide vi P8H77-M LE specifications summary viii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-3 1.3.3 Other special features 1-5 1.4 Before you proceed 1-6 1.5 Motherboard overview 1-7 1.5.1 Placement direction 1-7 1.5.2 Screw holes 1-7 1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1-8 1.5.4 Layout contents 1-8 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.6.1 Installing the CPU 1-10 1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation...
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...power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it , carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or ... signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are also provided. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric...
...power supply is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it , carefully read all the manuals that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or ... signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before using , contact your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you are also provided. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric...
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...out with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H77-M LE motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of the above items..., contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H77-M LE motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-1 Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron®...
...out with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS P8H77-M LE motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield ASUS motherboard support DVD User Manual If any of the above items..., contact your retailer. 1.3 1.3.1 Special features Product highlights LGA1155 socket for buying an ASUS® P8H77-M LE motherboard! Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-1 Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron®...
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...function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel® integrated graphic performance. Dual-Channel DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video via a single cable. Intel® H77 Express Chipset The... for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32Gb/s, double the 16 Gb/s of current bus systems. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as have the latest technology available...
...function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel® integrated graphic performance. Dual-Channel DDR3 1600 / 1333 / 1066MHz support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that delivers mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video via a single cable. Intel® H77 Express Chipset The... for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32Gb/s, double the 16 Gb/s of current bus systems. Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as have the latest technology available...
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... into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through the AI Suite II utility. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. EPU Energy Efficiency All Around Tap into one software...
... into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through the AI Suite II utility. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. EPU Energy Efficiency All Around Tap into one software...
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... restores the CPU parameters to the best available graphics resource, based on power, performance, and system load. ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to energy consumptions. Other special features LucidLogix... ** Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is in regards to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with fast computing iGPU. ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-5 This is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family. LucidLogix Virtu MVP can enjoy a smoother gaming ...
... restores the CPU parameters to the best available graphics resource, based on power, performance, and system load. ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to energy consumptions. Other special features LucidLogix... ** Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is in regards to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in line with fast computing iGPU. ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-5 This is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family. LucidLogix Virtu MVP can enjoy a smoother gaming ...
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1.4 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 ...them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded antistatic ...
1.4 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 ...them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on a grounded antistatic ...
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...installing or removing the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration ...of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you place it . Ensure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis P8H77-M LE ASUS P8H77-M LE...
...installing or removing the motherboard. Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration ...of your chassis to do so can damage the motherboard. The edge with external ports goes to the chassis. 1.5 Motherboard overview Before you place it . Ensure that the motherboard fits into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the rear part of the chassis P8H77-M LE ASUS P8H77-M LE...
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1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 20.8cm(8.2in) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR KBMS_USB34 HDMI ASM1443 DIGI +VRM EATX12V DVI_VGA USB3_12 ...]) 1-14 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-24 1-21 17. DRAM_LED 2 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN_USB12 AUDIO Super I/O RTL 8111F CHA_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16 P8H77-M LE PCIEX1_1 ASM 1083 PCI1 Intel® H77 7 8 9 CLRTC CHASSIS SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 64Mb BIOS SB_PWR SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 10 11 10 USB3_34 ALC 887 AAFP PCIEX4_1 SPDIF_OUT...
1.5.3 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 20.8cm(8.2in) DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR KBMS_USB34 HDMI ASM1443 DIGI +VRM EATX12V DVI_VGA USB3_12 ...]) 1-14 13. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-24 1-21 17. DRAM_LED 2 24.4cm(9.6in) LAN_USB12 AUDIO Super I/O RTL 8111F CHA_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16 P8H77-M LE PCIEX1_1 ASM 1083 PCI1 Intel® H77 7 8 9 CLRTC CHASSIS SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 64Mb BIOS SB_PWR SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 10 11 10 USB3_34 ALC 887 AAFP PCIEX4_1 SPDIF_OUT...
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ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. P8H77-M LE P8H77-M LE CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1155...
ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-9 1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the cap on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent. P8H77-M LE P8H77-M LE CPU socket LGA1155 Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is on the LGA1155...
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... the following: - For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H77-M LE Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H77-M LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑...installation on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is dependent on a DDR2 DIMM socket. For effective use a more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is the ...
... the following: - For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you do any of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H77-M LE Channel Channel A Channel B Sockets DIMM_A1 DIMM_B1 P8H77-M LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non‑...installation on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is dependent on a DDR2 DIMM socket. For effective use a more on the motherboard. • This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is the ...
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...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-15 DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. P8H77-M LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand A-DATA AM2U16BC2P1 A-DATA A-DATA AD31600E001GM...
...; • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-15 DDR3-1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. P8H77-M LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand A-DATA AM2U16BC2P1 A-DATA A-DATA AD31600E001GM...
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... Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Locked Retaining Clip 2 1 DIMM notch ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-19 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket 3 until the retaining clips snap... DIMM into a socket in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is properly seated. 1.7.4 ...
... Installing a DIMM Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Locked Retaining Clip 2 1 DIMM notch ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-19 Support the DIMM lightly with extra force. 2. DO NOT force a DIMM into the socket 3 until the retaining clips snap... DIMM into a socket in the wrong direction to unlock the DIMM. Remove the DIMM from the socket. Press the retaining clips outward to both the motherboard and the components. 1. Align a DIMM on the socket. 2 DIMM notch 1 Unlocked retaining clip DIMM slot key A DIMM is properly seated. 1.7.4 ...
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...an expansion card: 1. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you removed earlier. 6. Align the card connector with the PCI... such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x4 slot This...
...an expansion card: 1. See Chapter 2 for the card. 2. Install the software drivers for later use . Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that you removed earlier. 6. Align the card connector with the PCI... such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. 1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.8.5 PCI Express x4 slot This...
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... Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-21 1.8.6 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. PCIE x16 shared - - - - - - - CLRTC...
... Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to pins 2-3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-21 1.8.6 PCI Express x16 slot This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. PCIE x16 shared - - - - - - - CLRTC...
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...this connector. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to [AC97]. If you want...AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H77-M LE HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H77-M LE Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By...
...this connector. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to [AC97]. If you want...AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8H77-M LE HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8H77-M LE Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By...
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...power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan 2 feature. 5. By default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-...PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H77-M LE CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8H77-M LE fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. 4. P8H77-M LE CHASSIS GND Chassis Signal +5VSB_MB P8H77-M LE Chassis intrusion connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product ...
...power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan 2 feature. 5. By default, the pin labeled "Chassis Signal" and "Ground" are not jumpers! Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 3-...PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND P8H77-M LE CHA_FAN GND +12V Rotation P8H77-M LE fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to use the chassis intrusion detection feature. 4. P8H77-M LE CHASSIS GND Chassis Signal +5VSB_MB P8H77-M LE Chassis intrusion connector 1-26 Chapter 1: Product ...
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...GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND P8H77-M LE SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 P8H77-M LE Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for details. 9. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for USB ...hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 8. Intel® H77 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4 [blue]) These connectors connect to 480 Mbps connection speed.
...GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND P8H77-M LE SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 P8H77-M LE Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are for details. 9. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for USB ...hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 8. Intel® H77 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4 [blue]) These connectors connect to 480 Mbps connection speed.
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... at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! ...system fail to boot due to test one set is tested. switch to boot after turning on a bare or open-case system. MemOK! P8H77-M LE P8H77-M LE MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! If the...
... at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch does not function under Windows® OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! ...system fail to boot due to test one set is tested. switch to boot after turning on a bare or open-case system. MemOK! P8H77-M LE P8H77-M LE MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! If the...