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... will be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in it from http://support.asus.com/download; ii IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES...Software, which is distributed without the express written permission of the LGPL Software (with you want to have it shipped to, by ASUS; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED...
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...3-30 3.9 Exit menu 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... 3-20 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-21 3.5.7 APM 3-24 3.6 Monitor menu 3-25 3.7 Boot menu 3-28 3.8 Tools menu 3-29 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-29...
...3-30 3.9 Exit menu 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... 3-20 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration 3-21 3.5.7 APM 3-24 3.6 Monitor menu 3-25 3.7 Boot menu 3-28 3.8 Tools menu 3-29 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-29...
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... driver disk in Windows 4-25 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation....... 4-26 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 4-27 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™...
... driver disk in Windows 4-25 4.5.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation....... 4-26 4.5.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 4-27 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the ATI® CrossFireX™...
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...change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the ...products. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter ...
...change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that comes with the motherboard package and the ...products. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: Hardware information This chapter ...
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...MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Due to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. P8Z68 Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core... and Physical Layer (PHY) Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR ASUS BT GO! Please refer to Memory QVL for details. *** R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) 2 x PCI Express...
...MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Due to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. P8Z68 Deluxe specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots Multi-GPU support Storage LAN Bluetooth LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd Generation Core... and Physical Layer (PHY) Realtek® 8111E Gigabit LAN controller Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR ASUS BT GO! Please refer to Memory QVL for details. *** R efer to www.asus.com or this user manual for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) 2 x PCI Express...
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...; 6315N controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard, one at back panel) 2 x N��EC�® USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at midboard for iGPU ASUS EPU - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Industry leading Digital 16 Phase* Power Design - ASUS O.C. Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit True BD Lossless Sound - Anti Surge - P8Z68 Deluxe specifications summary Audio...
...; 6315N controller supports 2 x IEEE 1394a ports (one at midboard, one at back panel) 2 x N��EC�® USB 3.0 controllers - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at midboard for iGPU ASUS EPU - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-Connector - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Industry leading Digital 16 Phase* Power Design - ASUS O.C. Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit True BD Lossless Sound - Anti Surge - P8Z68 Deluxe specifications summary Audio...
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...step Memory voltage control - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to change without notice. x 9.6 in . xii ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 1 x Optical ...channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2: - P8Z68 Deluxe specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 4 x SATA 6.0 ...
...step Memory voltage control - BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to change without notice. x 9.6 in . xii ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 1 x Coaxial S/PDIF Out port 1 x Optical ...channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2: - P8Z68 Deluxe specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 4 x SATA 6.0 ...
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... vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS front panel USB 3.0 box 1 x 2-in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing...
... vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe motherboard User guide Support DVD 4 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS front panel USB 3.0 box 1 x 2-in the long line of the above items is damaged or missing...
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...2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at speeds up to 4X faster than USB 2.0. The P8Z68 Deluxe affords greater convenience to -point links, which allows increased bandwidth and stability, and provides an...® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors... times faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. Intel® s��e�c�o�n�d��g...
...2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at speeds up to 4X faster than USB 2.0. The P8Z68 Deluxe affords greater convenience to -point links, which allows increased bandwidth and stability, and provides an...® Second Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 Processors This motherboard supports the Intel® second generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 processors... times faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. Intel® s��e�c�o�n�d��g...
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... data transfers. ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 1-3 With iGPU on P8Z68 Deluxe motherboards, DIGI+ VRM intelligently adjust Vcore PWM, integrated graphics voltages and frequency modulation to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency. TPU Unleash your PC with full USB 3.0 implementation for optimized performance in diverse situations. Chapter 1 Extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s Support The Intel®...
... data transfers. ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 1-3 With iGPU on P8Z68 Deluxe motherboards, DIGI+ VRM intelligently adjust Vcore PWM, integrated graphics voltages and frequency modulation to ensure optimized performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency. TPU Unleash your PC with full USB 3.0 implementation for optimized performance in diverse situations. Chapter 1 Extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s Support The Intel®...
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...that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 1-5 Supports hard drives over 2.2TB ASUS UEFI BIOS natively supports hard drives larger than traditional BIOS versions. It allows users to fully utilize the unique capabilities... of their operating system. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against static electricity and shields it ...
...that allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables to the motherboard. ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 1-5 Supports hard drives over 2.2TB ASUS UEFI BIOS natively supports hard drives larger than traditional BIOS versions. It allows users to fully utilize the unique capabilities... of their operating system. ASUS Q-Design ASUS Q-Design enhances your motherboard against static electricity and shields it ...
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... 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz... when you install 4GB or more details, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. P8Z68 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Chapter 2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB ...
... 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard. however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Due to CPU behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz... when you install 4GB or more details, refer to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. P8Z68 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Chapter 2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB ...
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...(3 x 2GB) DS - Timing 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9 9-9-9 9-9-9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 2-7 Crucial BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP) 1GB SS - - G.SKILL F3-16000CL6Q-8GBPIS(XMP...
...(3 x 2GB) DS - Timing 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9-24 9-9-9 9-9-9 9-9-9 Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • 1.65 • • • 1.65 • • ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 2-7 Crucial BL12864BE2009.8SFB3(EPP) 1GB SS - - G.SKILL F3-16000CL6Q-8GBPIS(XMP...
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... ) SS - G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-4GBNG 4GB( 2x 2GB ) SS - OCZ OCZ3FXE1600C7LV6GK 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - Chapter 2 P8Z68 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendor Part No. DS - - Timing 6-8-6-24 9-9-9-24 - Due to CPU behavior...2GB) DS - Super Talent WP160UX4G9(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Chip NO. - Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 9-9-9-24 1.55~1.75 • • • 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • • 6-6-6-18 1.65 •...
... ) SS - G.SKILL F3-12800CL9D-4GBNG 4GB( 2x 2GB ) SS - OCZ OCZ3FXE1600C7LV6GK 6GB ( 3x 2GB ) DS - Chapter 2 P8Z68 Deluxe Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendor Part No. DS - - Timing 6-8-6-24 9-9-9-24 - Due to CPU behavior...2GB) DS - Super Talent WP160UX4G9(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - Super Talent WB160UX6G8(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Chip NO. - Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 9-9-9-24 1.55~1.75 • • • 8-8-8-24 1.65 • • • 6-6-6-18 1.65 •...
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...Side(s): SS - We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one (1) module inserted into...support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: 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. Load the X.M.P. Chapter 2 P8Z68 Deluxe...
...Side(s): SS - We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one (1) module inserted into...support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: 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. Load the X.M.P. Chapter 2 P8Z68 Deluxe...
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... in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set to [AHCI Mode]. ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 2-25 Refer...
... in the motherboard support DVD. • When using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set to [AHCI Mode]. ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 2-25 Refer...
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... information Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set the SATA Mode...
... information Refer to section 3.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set the SATA Mode...
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ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 2-27 Chapter 2 3. For Windows Vista / Windows 7 OS, load only the Marvell 91xx... Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors connect to create a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during POST to enter the Marvell RAID utility to create or delete a RAID configuration. •...in the BIOS to [Enabled]. Refer to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for data drives only. ATAPI device is not supported. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk ...
ASUS P8Z68 Deluxe 2-27 Chapter 2 3. For Windows Vista / Windows 7 OS, load only the Marvell 91xx... Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors connect to create a RAID driver disk using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during POST to enter the Marvell RAID utility to create or delete a RAID configuration. •...in the BIOS to [Enabled]. Refer to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for data drives only. ATAPI device is not supported. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk ...
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... 48 MBps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is available from your chassis supports front panel USB ports. Chapter 2 You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 MBps connection speed. Connect the...
... 48 MBps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is available from your chassis supports front panel USB ports. Chapter 2 You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 MBps connection speed. Connect the...
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...connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. These are not jumpers! Chapter 2 8. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1... that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors.
...connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CHA_FAN1; 3-pin CHA_FAN2; 3-pin PWR_FAN1/2) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. These are not jumpers! Chapter 2 8. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1... that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors.