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... guide...viii P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-5 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion...
... guide...viii P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM 1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-5 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System memory 2-5 2.2.4 Expansion...
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... between the Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY) Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR ASUS BT GO! Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology on 2nd generation... systems. Intel® Z68 Express Chipset - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) - P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / �C�o�r�e i5...
... between the Integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY) Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR ASUS BT GO! Some hyper DIMMs only support one DIMM per channel. Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology on 2nd generation... systems. Intel® Z68 Express Chipset - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) - 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) - P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / �C�o�r�e i5...
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... DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in ....- P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O voltage at 0.00625V increment - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to change without notice. vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - xii vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(...
... DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in ....- P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O voltage at 0.00625V increment - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to change without notice. vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - xii vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(...
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... for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of PCIe 2.0 (in LGA1155 package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes. Total bandwidth for twice the performance of current PCIe 2.0. It uses an installed ...fast SSD (min 18.6GB available capacity required) as a cache for PC users aiming to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS ...
... for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB/s, double the 16GB/s of PCIe 2.0 (in LGA1155 package with memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support 2-channel (4 DIMMs) DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 2.0 lanes. Total bandwidth for twice the performance of current PCIe 2.0. It uses an installed ...fast SSD (min 18.6GB available capacity required) as a cache for PC users aiming to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS ...
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... will run at speeds up to enhance system stability through super-fast data transfers. ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 1-3 Chapter 1 Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of your PC with superior flexibility and perfect precision to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. Extra...
... will run at speeds up to enhance system stability through super-fast data transfers. ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 1-3 Chapter 1 Dual-Channel DDR3 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of your PC with superior flexibility and perfect precision to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. Extra...
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...-one simple to use functions, with no additional adapter. AI Suite II With its full potential. 2X Less Radiation ASUS DIGI+ VRM adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. Auto ... fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. It allows you to patch memory issues. determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your performance with mobile devices ...
...-one simple to use functions, with no additional adapter. AI Suite II With its full potential. 2X Less Radiation ASUS DIGI+ VRM adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. Auto ... fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. It allows you to patch memory issues. determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves your performance with mobile devices ...
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A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 2-5 DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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... may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from a memory module. G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL KINGMAX KINGMAX F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) F3-17600CL9D-4GBTDS(XMP)... N/A - - • • * The memory modules in Channel A and Channel B. however, the actual frequency support varies depending on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability...
... may operate at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from a memory module. G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL KINGMAX KINGMAX F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) F3-17600CL9D-4GBTDS(XMP)... N/A - - • • * The memory modules in Channel A and Channel B. however, the actual frequency support varies depending on its Serial Presence Detect (SPD), which is then mapped for the OS can be about 3GB or less. P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability...
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...• • • • * The above QVL is for the DDR3 2200 MHz memory module. CORSAIR TR3X6G1866C9DVer4.1(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Chip NO. - Chapter 2 P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip...; 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 2-7 Team TXD32048M2000C9(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 Team Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-20 9-9-9-24 DS...
...• • • • * The above QVL is for the DDR3 2200 MHz memory module. CORSAIR TR3X6G1866C9DVer4.1(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Chip NO. - Chapter 2 P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capability Vendor Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip...; 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 2-7 Team TXD32048M2000C9(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288RT-20 9-9-9-24 Team Team TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB TXD32048M2000C9-L(XMP) 2GB DS Team T3D1288LT-20 9-9-9-24 DS...
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... 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - OCZ OCZ3FXE1600C7LV6GK 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - OCZ OCZ3X1600LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Chapter 2 P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Timing 6-8-6-24 9-9-9-24 - Voltage 1.65 1.6 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional...2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • * T he above QVL is for the DDR3 1800 MHz memory module. CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-4GBNG 4GB( 2x 2GB ) SS - G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-4GBECO(XMP) 4GB(2 ...
... 4GB( 2x 2GB ) DS - OCZ OCZ3FXE1600C7LV6GK 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - OCZ OCZ3X1600LV6GK(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Chapter 2 P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendor Part No. Timing 6-8-6-24 9-9-9-24 - Voltage 1.65 1.6 1.65 DIMM socket support (Optional...2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • * T he above QVL is for the DDR3 1800 MHz memory module. CORSAIR CMG4GX3M2A1600C6 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-4GBNG 4GB( 2x 2GB ) SS - G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-4GBECO(XMP) 4GB(2 ...
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...Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. DIMM socket support Timing Voltage (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4... slots as one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. or D.O.C.P. Single-sided DS - Chapter 2 P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
...Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. DIMM socket support Timing Voltage (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4... slots as one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. or D.O.C.P. Single-sided DS - Chapter 2 P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066 MHz capability Vendor Part No.
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... DIMMs still fail to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for about 30 seconds for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is tested. switch to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn... to boot and load BIOS default settings. MemOK! A messgae will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. If the test fails, the system reboots and test ...
... DIMMs still fail to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for about 30 seconds for the exact location of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is tested. switch to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn... to boot and load BIOS default settings. MemOK! A messgae will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. If the test fails, the system reboots and test ...
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... not loaded PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started Pre-memory PCH initialization is started OEM pre-memory initialization codes Memory initialization Reserved for details. 5. Reset type... detection (soft/hard). Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you the 2-digit display, allowing you to the Q-Code table below for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3...
... not loaded PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started Pre-memory PCH initialization is started OEM pre-memory initialization codes Memory initialization Reserved for details. 5. Reset type... detection (soft/hard). Q-Code LEDs The Q-Code LED design provides you the 2-digit display, allowing you to the Q-Code table below for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3...
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E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC - Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is ...2: Hardware information EF F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 - FF 60 61 62 Description Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started Post-Memory PCH initialization is started OEM post memory initialization codes DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error. Chapter 2 Q-Code table (continued) Code 31 32 - 36 37 ...
E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC - Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed Unspecified memory initialization error Memory not installed Invalid CPU type or Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is ...2: Hardware information EF F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 - FF 60 61 62 Description Memory Installed CPU post-memory initialization Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started Post-Memory PCH initialization is started OEM post memory initialization codes DXE IPL is started Memory initialization error. Chapter 2 Q-Code table (continued) Code 31 32 - 36 37 ...
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... LED turns on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off . 3. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. The system then runs the power-on the BIOS setting. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. While...
... LED turns on the devices in Chapter 3. 2.5 Turning off . 3. After making all switches are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to disabled No keyboard detected No memory detected No VGA detected Hardware component failure 7. The system then runs the power-on the BIOS setting. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. While...
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... click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ...overview of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 BIOS Version : 0209 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 512 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 03/04/2011 Speed : 3531 MHz English ...
... click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. ...overview of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 BIOS Version : 0209 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Total Memory : 512 MB (DDR3 1066MHz) Exit/Advanced Mode Build Date : 03/04/2011 Speed : 3531 MHz English ...
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...x64 04/25/2011 MBECE-0020 7.1.10.1065 B3 Stepping CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 512 MB 1097 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Fri 03/25/2011] [16:46:15] ... to create/confirm the password. • If you to Setup and is a power on top of the BIOS Setup program. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 3-5 EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Main\ Security > Advanced Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set...
...x64 04/25/2011 MBECE-0020 7.1.10.1065 B3 Stepping CPU Information Intel(R) Core(TM) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Speed 3100 MHz Memory Information Total Memory Speed 512 MB 1097 MHz System Language English System Date System Time Access Level [Fri 03/25/2011] [16:46:15] ... to create/confirm the password. • If you to Setup and is a power on top of the BIOS Setup program. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 3-5 EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Main\ Security > Advanced Password Description If ONLY the Administrator's password is set...
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... Auto BCLK/PCIE Frequency 103.0 Turbo Ratio Auto By All Cores (Can Adjust in OS) 43 Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Scroll down to display the following items: CPU Voltage 1.176V Offset Mode Offset Mode Sign + ...CPU Power Management Boot Tool [X.M.P.] When XMP is enabled BLCK frequency, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 3-7 EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized ...
... Auto BCLK/PCIE Frequency 103.0 Turbo Ratio Auto By All Cores (Can Adjust in OS) 43 Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Scroll down to display the following items: CPU Voltage 1.176V Offset Mode Offset Mode Sign + ...CPU Power Management Boot Tool [X.M.P.] When XMP is enabled BLCK frequency, CPU ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 3-7 EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized ...
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... Adjust in OS) [XX] This item appears only when you set the Turbo Ratio item to become unstable! If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this happens, revert to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage. Use the and keys to adjust the value.... Turbo Ratio [By All Cores] Allows you to manually adjust the Trubo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by your memory module. eXtreme Memory Profile [High Performance] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to an individual Turbo ratio...
... Adjust in OS) [XX] This item appears only when you set the Turbo Ratio item to become unstable! If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this happens, revert to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage. Use the and keys to adjust the value.... Turbo Ratio [By All Cores] Allows you to manually adjust the Trubo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by your memory module. eXtreme Memory Profile [High Performance] This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to an individual Turbo ratio...
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... the Initiate iGPU. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ System Agent Configuration > Monitor System Agent Configuration Initate Graphic Adapter PCIE/PCI iGPU Memory 64M Render Standy Enabled Set this item to [Enabled] to enable Lucid Virtu/ NVIDIA Optimus Initiate iGPU Enabled Boot Tool Select which graphics controller to...] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 3-17
... the Initiate iGPU. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ System Agent Configuration > Monitor System Agent Configuration Initate Graphic Adapter PCIE/PCI iGPU Memory 64M Render Standy Enabled Set this item to [Enabled] to enable Lucid Virtu/ NVIDIA Optimus Initiate iGPU Enabled Boot Tool Select which graphics controller to...] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68 DELUXE/GEN3 3-17