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... 1-step CPU & PCH PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - vPCH: 191-step Chipset voltage...control - ASUS Q-DIMM - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink and MOS Heatsink Solution - P8H77-M PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports ASUS Q-Design - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU...
... 1-step CPU & PCH PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - ASUS Q-Connector ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - vPCH: 191-step Chipset voltage...control - ASUS Q-DIMM - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - ASUS EZ Flash 2 - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heatsink and MOS Heatsink Solution - P8H77-M PRO specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports ASUS Q-Design - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU...
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P8H77-M PRO specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports ...EPU Switch 1 x GPU Switch 1 x MemOK! xii Button 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR ...
P8H77-M PRO specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.0/2.0 ports 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports ...EPU Switch 1 x GPU Switch 1 x MemOK! xii Button 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR ...
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... that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged in to the incorrect Line-in total. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 1-3 Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for various overclocking scenarios, with an ACPI management function to its full ...world's first real-time PC power saving chip through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Chapter 1 Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is an integrated Gb LAN controller. The P8H77-M PRO affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity. 1.3.2 DIGI+ ...
... that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged in to the incorrect Line-in total. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 1-3 Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for various overclocking scenarios, with an ACPI management function to its full ...world's first real-time PC power saving chip through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. Chapter 1 Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is an integrated Gb LAN controller. The P8H77-M PRO affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity. 1.3.2 DIGI+ ...
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... ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that offers users a noiseless PC environment. New upgrade! ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS ...that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only controls. Quick and easy information for frequently accessed information - ASUS P8H77-M PRO 1-5 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to install. The beautifully curved fins provide a visual design flair, while...
... ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that offers users a noiseless PC environment. New upgrade! ASUS Q-Shield The specially designed ASUS ...that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only controls. Quick and easy information for frequently accessed information - ASUS P8H77-M PRO 1-5 ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to install. The beautifully curved fins provide a visual design flair, while...
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...-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA ESATA 6G _USB3_12 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111F Super I/O CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8H77-M PRO PCIEX1_1 8Mb BIOS PCIEX1_2 Intel® H77 2 USB3_34 EATXPWR 24.4cm(9.6in) 9 10 SATA6G_E1 Marvell® 9172 11 12 13 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA6G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_2 ALC...
...-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DVI_VGA ESATA 6G _USB3_12 LAN1_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111F Super I/O CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8H77-M PRO PCIEX1_1 8Mb BIOS PCIEX1_2 Intel® H77 2 USB3_34 EATXPWR 24.4cm(9.6in) 9 10 SATA6G_E1 Marvell® 9172 11 12 13 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA6G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_2 ALC...
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... We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as default. • ... is subject to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2000/1800MHz frequency as Single-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-13 Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as ...
... We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as default. • ... is subject to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2000/1800MHz frequency as Single-channel memory configuration. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-13 Double-sided DIMM support: • 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as ...
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DIGI +EPU LGA1155 Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO 8Mb BIOS SB_PWR Slot No. 1 2 3 4 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at x16 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [black] (at x4 mode, ...
DIGI +EPU LGA1155 Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO 8Mb BIOS SB_PWR Slot No. 1 2 3 4 Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at x16 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [black] (at x4 mode, ...
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... jumper default position. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Hold down ... Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to re-enter data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to pins 1-2. 3. P8H77-M PRO CLRTC 2 23 Normal (Default) P8H77-M PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After clearing the...
... jumper default position. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. Hold down ... Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to re-enter data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to pins 1-2. 3. P8H77-M PRO CLRTC 2 23 Normal (Default) P8H77-M PRO Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After clearing the...
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2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for successful boot. It takes about 5-10 seconds. ...processes. • Due to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO MemOK! ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-17 Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend ...
2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for successful boot. It takes about 5-10 seconds. ...processes. • Due to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO MemOK! ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-17 Turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend ...
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... the EPU LED. • If you change or enable the EPU settings from the software application or in the BIOS setup program. GPU Boost switch This switch allows you made. 3. Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO EPU P8H77-M PRO EPU switch • The EPU LED near the EPU switch lights up when the switch setting is powered off... you to Enable. 2. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable when the system is turned to enable or disable the GPU Boost function. GPU Boost P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO GPU Boost switch 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information
... the EPU LED. • If you change or enable the EPU settings from the software application or in the BIOS setup program. GPU Boost switch This switch allows you made. 3. Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO EPU P8H77-M PRO EPU switch • The EPU LED near the EPU switch lights up when the switch setting is powered off... you to Enable. 2. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable when the system is turned to enable or disable the GPU Boost function. GPU Boost P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO GPU Boost switch 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® H77 chipset. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-21 P8H77-M PRO SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 P8H77-M PRO Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND... GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND Chapter 2 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS...
...Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® H77 chipset. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-21 P8H77-M PRO SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 P8H77-M PRO Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND... GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND Chapter 2 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode in the BIOS...
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...section 4.5 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows... 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 Serial ATA hard disk drives.
...section 4.5 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows... 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 Serial ATA hard disk drives.
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... using NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to [Enabled]. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1 [navy blue]) This connector connects to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for data drives only. ATAPI devices are for details. Chapter 2 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-23 Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via...
... using NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to [Enabled]. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1 [navy blue]) This connector connects to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for data drives only. ATAPI devices are for details. Chapter 2 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-23 Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via...
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...module cable to this connector to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO SPDIF_OUT P8H77-M PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-25 By default, this connector, then install the module to this connector is for a...;n�n�e��c�to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is set the item to [HD];
...module cable to this connector to avail of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Chapter 2 P8H77-M PRO SPDIF_OUT P8H77-M PRO Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port(s). ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-25 By default, this connector, then install the module to this connector is for a...;n�n�e��c�to��r,�s��e�t the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is set the item to [HD];
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...connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- Pressing the power switch for more than four.... System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR Ground Reset Ground P8H77-M PRO IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8H77-M PRO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED...
...connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- Pressing the power switch for more than four.... System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PWR Ground Reset Ground P8H77-M PRO IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8H77-M PRO System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED...
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...cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Monitor b. System power 6. While the tests are off. 3. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous...on the system front panel case lights up or change from the time you turned on the power, the system may light up . ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-45 Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. After applying power, ...
...cord to a power outlet that all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Monitor b. System power 6. While the tests are off. 3. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated) One continuous beep followed by three short beeps One continuous...on the system front panel case lights up or change from the time you turned on the power, the system may light up . ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-45 Connect the power cord to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. After applying power, ...
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... the system provides you not change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. If you change modes from the Exit menu or from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system ...hardware settings such as easy to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after POST, press + +...
... the system provides you not change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. If you change modes from the Exit menu or from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse. Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-1 BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system ...hardware settings such as easy to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after POST, press + +...
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... Saving mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Selects the Advanced mode functions Displays the system properties of the Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options vary depending on... To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8H77-M PRO BIOS Version : 0311 CPU Type : Intel(R) C��o�re�(�T�M��) �i5�-�2�4�0�0...
... Saving mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Selects the Advanced mode functions Displays the system properties of the Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority selected mode on the right hand side • The boot device options vary depending on... To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8H77-M PRO BIOS Version : 0311 CPU Type : Intel(R) C��o�re�(�T�M��) �i5�-�2�4�0�0...
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... Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-3 Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items:... For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Back button Menu bar Pop-up window UEFI BIOS Utility - Menu items Configuration fields Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. Copyright...
... Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-3 Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for experienced end-users to the following main items:... For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Back button Menu bar Pop-up window UEFI BIOS Utility - Menu items Configuration fields Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. Copyright...
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...set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-5 Security The Security menu items allow you to clear the BIOS password. UEFI BIOS Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. UEFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: ...;S��c�r�e�e�n� Version 2.10.1208. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version South Bridge Steppping 0311 x64 01/04/2012 8.0.0.1351 C1 CPU Information Intel(R) Core...
...set a password, these items show the default Not Installed. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-5 Security The Security menu items allow you to clear the BIOS password. UEFI BIOS Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. UEFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: ...;S��c�r�e�e�n� Version 2.10.1208. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor BIOS Information BIOS Version Build Date ME Version South Bridge Steppping 0311 x64 01/04/2012 8.0.0.1351 C1 CPU Information Intel(R) Core...