User Manual
Page 2
...dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you . E7281 Second Edition March 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS...OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Products and corporate names appearing in this email address). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. The GPL and LGPL licensed code ...
...dependent on the preferred carrier and the location where you . E7281 Second Edition March 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS...OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Products and corporate names appearing in this email address). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. The GPL and LGPL licensed code ...
User Manual
Page 4
...3-31 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-32 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-32 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-35 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-36 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-37 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite ...3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-21 3.5.7 APM 3-23 3.5.8 Network Stack 3-24 3.6 Monitor menu 3-24 3.7 Boot menu 3-27 3.8 Tools menu 3-29 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-29...
...3-31 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-32 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-32 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-35 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-36 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-37 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite ...3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-21 3.5.7 APM 3-23 3.5.8 Network Stack 3-24 3.6 Monitor menu 3-24 3.7 Boot menu 3-27 3.8 Tools menu 3-29 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-29...
User Manual
Page 6
... the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To...
... the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that your power supply is broken, do not try to the correct voltage in any damage, contact your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To...
User Manual
Page 8
... you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). IMPORTANT: Instructions you complete a task. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to complete a task.
... you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked with a plus sign (+). IMPORTANT: Instructions you complete a task. Keys enclosed in this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to complete a task.
User Manual
Page 12
..., PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x User's manual 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 Q-connector (retail version only) 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX Form Factor, 9.6"x 9.6" (24.5cm x 24.5cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H77-M PRO specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD...
..., PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x User's manual 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 Q-connector (retail version only) 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Update ASUS Utilities Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX Form Factor, 9.6"x 9.6" (24.5cm x 24.5cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8H77-M PRO specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD...
User Manual
Page 13
... items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8H77-M PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrations...
... items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8H77-M PRO motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrations...
User Manual
Page 24
... address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you want to install 4GB or more on...operation. • According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is dependent on the motherboard. Visit the ASUS website www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. P8H77-M PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DS Brand CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP...
... address limitation on 32-bit Windows OS, when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use of memory, we recommend that you want to install 4GB or more on...operation. • According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is dependent on the motherboard. Visit the ASUS website www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. P8H77-M PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DS Brand CORSAIR CMGTX8(XMP...
User Manual
Page 35
...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! ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-17 to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! A message will.... function. switch to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested. MemOK! Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. This is not properly installed. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update...
...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! ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-17 to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! A message will.... function. switch to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested. MemOK! Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO MemOK! The blinking speed of failsafe settings. This is not properly installed. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update...
User Manual
Page 39
... These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using NCQ, set to [AHCI Mode]. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-21 The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid...H77 chipset. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.5 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default...
... These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using NCQ, set to [AHCI Mode]. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-21 The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid...H77 chipset. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.5 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default...
User Manual
Page 40
... RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND P8H77-M PRO SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 P8H77-M PRO Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 3.0 ...BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.5 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. Refer ...
... RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP3 RSATA_RXN3 GND RSATA_TXN3 RSATA_TXP3 GND GND RSATA_RXP4 RSATA_RXN4 GND RSATA_TXN4 RSATA_TXP4 GND P8H77-M PRO SATA3G_3 SATA3G_4 P8H77-M PRO Intel® SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using these connectors, set to Serial ATA 3.0 ...BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.5 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. Refer ...
User Manual
Page 64
...the motherboard CMOS. Do this last option only if the first two failed. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this user manual refers to restart the system. The BIOS setup program is provided for information on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse...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-friendly interface that you change the BIOS settings only with its test routines. The term "BIOS" in instability or failure to ensure optimum performance. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-1
...the motherboard CMOS. Do this last option only if the first two failed. • The BIOS setup screens shown in this user manual refers to restart the system. The BIOS setup program is provided for information on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse...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-friendly interface that you change the BIOS settings only with its test routines. The term "BIOS" in instability or failure to ensure optimum performance. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-1
User Manual
Page 71
...Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] GPU Boost GPU Boost automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings for enhancing the system performance. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this happens,... revert to adjust the value. Use the and keys to the default settings. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Frequency [xxx] Allows you to set the iGPU maximum frequency. If this menu may cause...
...Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] GPU Boost GPU Boost automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings for enhancing the system performance. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this happens,... revert to adjust the value. Use the and keys to the default settings. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Frequency [xxx] Allows you to set the iGPU maximum frequency. If this menu may cause...
User Manual
Page 73
...conditions of working voltage will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to select manual adjustment mode. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under heavy system loading ... [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line Calibration is the number of ...
...conditions of working voltage will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to select manual adjustment mode. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under heavy system loading ... [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment. iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line Calibration is the number of ...
User Manual
Page 74
...] using the numeric keypad and press the key. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the...you to adjust the value. iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Offset Mode] To offset the voltage by a positive or negative value. [Manual Mode] Allows you to [Offset Mode]. [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [-] To offset the voltage by a...Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the iGPU Current Capability. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-11
...] using the numeric keypad and press the key. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the...you to adjust the value. iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Offset Mode] To offset the voltage by a positive or negative value. [Manual Mode] Allows you to [Offset Mode]. [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [-] To offset the voltage by a...Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the iGPU Current Capability. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-11
User Manual
Page 75
... values range from 0.800V to adjust the value. According to 2.135V with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. iGPU Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. The values range from 1.185V to Intel CPU spec...
... values range from 0.800V to adjust the value. According to 2.135V with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. iGPU Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. The values range from 1.185V to Intel CPU spec...
User Manual
Page 88
...Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU temperature. The values range from 40ºC to ��t�h�e� motherboard...you set the CPU fan warning speed. The following four items appear only when you do not wish to [Manual]. Select Ignore if you do not wish to detect this item. Select Ignore if you do not want to display the detected temperatures. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-25
...Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU temperature. The values range from 40ºC to ��t�h�e� motherboard...you set the CPU fan warning speed. The following four items appear only when you do not wish to [Manual]. Select Ignore if you do not wish to detect this item. Select Ignore if you do not want to display the detected temperatures. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-25
User Manual
Page 89
.... Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to 90ºC. Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The values range from 0% to [Manual]. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20% to disable or set the appropriate performance ...[Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from 40ºC to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. When the...
.... Duty Cycle(%) [100] Use the and keys to 90ºC. Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The values range from 0% to [Manual]. Chassis Lower Temperature [40] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. The values range from 20% to disable or set the appropriate performance ...[Silent] to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle. The values range from 40ºC to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle. When the...
User Manual
Page 95
...Internet • Update the BIOS from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on these utilities. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and backups the BIOS in the system's failure to... provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot...
...Internet • Update the BIOS from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on these utilities. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and backups the BIOS in the system's failure to... provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to boot...
User Manual
Page 97
C:\Users\English\Desktop\P8H77-M PRO.CAP 3. Click Yes if you want to continue. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to the software manual in this section are for detailed software configuration. 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS ...actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. Chapter 3 2. You can decide whether to change the boot logo or No to change the BIOS boot logo.
C:\Users\English\Desktop\P8H77-M PRO.CAP 3. Click Yes if you want to continue. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to the software manual in this section are for detailed software configuration. 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS ...actual BIOS information vary by models. • Refer to complete the update process. • The screenshots in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for reference only. Chapter 3 2. You can decide whether to change the boot logo or No to change the BIOS boot logo.
User Manual
Page 101
... appears as below. Are you have disconnected them. 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Yes and press . Restart your motherboard user manual for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: P8H77-M PRO VER: 0311 DATE: 01/04/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: P8H77MP.CAP 17:30:48...
... appears as below. Are you have disconnected them. 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Yes and press . Restart your motherboard user manual for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: P8H77-M PRO VER: 0311 DATE: 01/04/2012 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: P8H77MP.CAP 17:30:48...