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... SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 USB3_34 ALC 887 AAFP COM1 PCIEX4_1 LPT SB_PWR DRCT CHASSIS DIS_ME USB910 USB78 64Mb 64Mb BIOS BIOS USB56 CLRTC SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 SPEAKER F_PANEL ASUS P8Q77-M2 motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O-Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your...
... SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 USB3_34 ALC 887 AAFP COM1 PCIEX4_1 LPT SB_PWR DRCT CHASSIS DIS_ME USB910 USB78 64Mb 64Mb BIOS BIOS USB56 CLRTC SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 SPEAKER F_PANEL ASUS P8Q77-M2 motherboard User Guide 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O-Shield User Guide Support DVD • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your...
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... the 1155 socket Intel® 3rd/2nd generation processors. Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support With Intel® Q77 Express Chipset natively support for advanced operating systems. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-1 It utilizes the serial point-to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. It provides an optimal graphics performance, unprecedented data speed, and seamless transition with an ACPI...
... the 1155 socket Intel® 3rd/2nd generation processors. Native SATA 6.0 Gb/s support With Intel® Q77 Express Chipset natively support for advanced operating systems. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-1 It utilizes the serial point-to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. It provides an optimal graphics performance, unprecedented data speed, and seamless transition with an ACPI...
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... any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. This is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is in line with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply... you install motherboard components or change any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus...
... any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. This is a utility that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-3 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is in line with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply... you install motherboard components or change any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus...
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... purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-7 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel...
... purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is shipment/ transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-7 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel...
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-11
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-11
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... Windows® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install memory modules of accessing information from a memory module. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-13 Any excess memory from the same vendor. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai ...and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz frequency as default. P8Q77-M2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Voltage 1.65V 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 ...
... Windows® OS. - Install a 64-bit Windows® OS when you install memory modules of accessing information from a memory module. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-13 Any excess memory from the same vendor. To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 2.4 Ai ...and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may operate at DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz frequency as default. P8Q77-M2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400 (O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Voltage 1.65V 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 ...
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... slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-15 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Apacer 78...
... slots as one pair of Dual-channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-15 Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. DDR3-1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Apacer 78...
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... support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Secure the card to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-17 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Align the...
... support "Share IRQ" or that they support. Secure the card to the chassis with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Assign an IRQ to use . 4. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-17 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. Align the...
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P8Q77-M2 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Q77-M2 Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to reenter data. Removing the cap will cause ... and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-19 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 default values...
P8Q77-M2 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Q77-M2 Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to reenter data. Removing the cap will cause ... and unplug the power cord. 2. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-19 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 default values...
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...to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to [AC97]. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-21 USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2. PS/2 Keyboard port. DVI-I /O module cable to this connector, set the item to this connector. DVI... PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8Q77-M2 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8Q77-M2 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By...
...to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to [AC97]. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-21 USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2. PS/2 Keyboard port. DVI-I /O module cable to this connector, set the item to this connector. DVI... PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L P8Q77-M2 HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8Q77-M2 Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. By...
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... IN CPU FAN DC Mode CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P8Q77-M2 CHA_FAN1 GND CHA FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN DC Mode P8Q77-M2 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to use the chassis intrusion detection feature... generated as a chassis intrusion event. The signal is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P8Q77-M2 P8Q77-M2 Chassis intrusion connector ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-23 Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to the fan connectors. 4. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin ...
... IN CPU FAN DC Mode CPU_FAN GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM P8Q77-M2 CHA_FAN1 GND CHA FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN DC Mode P8Q77-M2 Fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to use the chassis intrusion detection feature... generated as a chassis intrusion event. The signal is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. CHASSIS +5VSB_MB Chassis Signal GND P8Q77-M2 P8Q77-M2 Chassis intrusion connector ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-23 Remove the jumper caps only when you intend to the fan connectors. 4. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin ...
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...to this connector, then install the module to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-25 See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for a serial (COM) port. If you are set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to ...Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set , refer to [AHCI]. COM1 RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Q77-M2 P8Q77-M2 Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. 9. GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 ...
...to this connector, then install the module to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-25 See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for a serial (COM) port. If you are set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to ...Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set , refer to [AHCI]. COM1 RXD DTR DSR CTS PIN 1 DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Q77-M2 P8Q77-M2 Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. 9. GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 ...
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..., with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the rear side of the system chassis. The USB module cable is purchased separately. 13. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-27 These USB connectors comply with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the...
..., with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the rear side of the system chassis. The USB module cable is purchased separately. 13. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-27 These USB connectors comply with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the...
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This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to indicate that the system is solved. SB_PWR P8Q77-M2 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Q77-M2 Onboard LED 2. DRAM LED P8Q77-M2 P8Q77-M2 DRAM LED ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-29 If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep...
This user-friendly design provides an intuitional way to indicate that the system is solved. SB_PWR P8Q77-M2 ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Q77-M2 Onboard LED 2. DRAM LED P8Q77-M2 P8Q77-M2 DRAM LED ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-29 If an error is found , the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is ON, in sleep...
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Intel® SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-31 1.11.3 Intel® SBA support Intel® SBA (Small Business Advantage) is a combination of these chipsets: B75, Q77 • The Intel® Management Engine ... running.) • Local Administrator rights on the target machine • Intel® SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for small businesses. Platform requirements: • Windows® 7 (32/64bit) • Panther Point PCH with Core™ Ivy Bridge CPU or Sandy...
Intel® SBA requires MEI driver (AMT host software kit) installed. ASUS P8Q77-M2 1-31 1.11.3 Intel® SBA support Intel® SBA (Small Business Advantage) is a combination of these chipsets: B75, Q77 • The Intel® Management Engine ... running.) • Local Administrator rights on the target machine • Intel® SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for small businesses. Platform requirements: • Windows® 7 (32/64bit) • Panther Point PCH with Core™ Ivy Bridge CPU or Sandy...
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... Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Always update the utility to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS P8Q77-M2 Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press to find the BIOS file, and then press to avoid network traffic, then click Next. ...field. 6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you wish to the USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. c. Insert the USB flash ...
... Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Always update the utility to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS P8Q77-M2 Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press to find the BIOS file, and then press to avoid network traffic, then click Next. ...field. 6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS, and then press . 5. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you wish to the USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of updating itself through the Internet. c. Insert the USB flash ...
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... shown. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to copy the current BIOS file that you... Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment. Boot your computer. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8Q77-M2 NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted...
... shown. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to the USB port. 2. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to copy the current BIOS file that you... Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS environment. Boot your computer. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8Q77-M2 NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted...
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... settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. See section 1.7 Jumpers for this option only if you in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-6 ASUS P8Q77-M2 Do this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Using the power button,...POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on . Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for information on how to turn the system off then back on the system chassis. • Press the...
... settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. See section 1.7 Jumpers for this option only if you in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-6 ASUS P8Q77-M2 Do this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. Using the power button,...POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on . Entering BIOS Setup at startup To enter BIOS Setup at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for information on how to turn the system off then back on the system chassis. • Press the...
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... than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that menu. To display the submenu, select the item and press . 2-8 ASUS P8Q77-M2 To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool...
... than sign (>) before each item on any menu screen means that menu. To display the submenu, select the item and press . 2-8 ASUS P8Q77-M2 To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool...
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... BIOS language version from the options. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. 2-10 ASUS P8Q77-M2 After you set the system time. 2.3.4 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you to set a password...
... BIOS language version from the options. 2.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the screen show Installed. 2-10 ASUS P8Q77-M2 After you set the system time. 2.3.4 Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. • If you to set a password...