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...DVD information 1-38 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System ...Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock...
...DVD information 1-38 Chapter 2: BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility 2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 2-4 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-7 2.3 Main menu 2-11 2.3.1 System ...Language [English 2-11 2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx 2-11 2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx 2-11 2.3.4 Security 2-11 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu 2-13 2.4.1 Ai Overclock...
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... BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - AI Suite II - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - P8Z68-V LX specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Realtek® ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel Jack-Retasking...
... BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - AI Suite II - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink solution - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - P8Z68-V LX specifications summary Audio USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Realtek® ALC887 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel Jack-Retasking...
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... information. Get your system boot success. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. Its ability to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; Quick and simple overclocking and setup sharing is for the best graphics performance. MemOK! This remarkable memory... This tool also provides stability testing. This easy OC tool allows you to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply...
... information. Get your system boot success. and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with the ASUS TurboV. Its ability to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; Quick and simple overclocking and setup sharing is for the best graphics performance. MemOK! This remarkable memory... This tool also provides stability testing. This easy OC tool allows you to deliver multiple overclocking profiles also provides rapid and stable system-level upgrades. ASUS Anti-Surge Protection This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from switching power supply...
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...DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to a new level of USB3.0 fast charging experience. ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-5 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for motherboard users, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices ... regions and your USB device's conditions. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatpipe will give users an extremely silent and cooling...
...DVD or USB flash disk that allows you to a new level of USB3.0 fast charging experience. ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-5 With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for motherboard users, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices ... regions and your USB device's conditions. Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatpipe will give users an extremely silent and cooling...
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...must be installed on the HDD to launch Intel® Smart Response Technology. Refer to energy consumptions. Follow the onscreen instructions to overclocking failure. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to complete installation. eliminates the need to their default..., reduced load and wait times, and maximized storage utilization. Place the support DVD to [RAID mode] in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the SSD is...
...must be installed on the HDD to launch Intel® Smart Response Technology. Refer to energy consumptions. Follow the onscreen instructions to overclocking failure. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to complete installation. eliminates the need to their default..., reduced load and wait times, and maximized storage utilization. Place the support DVD to [RAID mode] in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the SSD is...
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... DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-19 Size G.SKILL Kingmax Kingmax Kingmax F3-17600CL8D4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) FLKE85F-B8KJAAFEIS(XMP) 2GB FLKE85F-B8KHA EEIH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) FLKE85F-B8KJA FEIH(XMP...DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to ...
... DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-19 Size G.SKILL Kingmax Kingmax Kingmax F3-17600CL8D4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) FLKE85F-B8KJAAFEIS(XMP) 2GB FLKE85F-B8KHA EEIH(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) FLKE85F-B8KJA FEIH(XMP...DIMMs made up of 512Mb (64MB) chips or less. • The default memory operation frequency is then mapped for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. For effective use a more efficient memory cooling system to ...
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...1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to pins 1-2. ... and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. P8Z68-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z68-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. For system failure due to clear the...
...1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Hold down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to pins 1-2. ... and unplug the power cord. 2. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. P8Z68-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z68-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM: 1. For system failure due to clear the...
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...message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-35 switch lights continuously. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. Replace...begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the exact location of failsafe settings. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. switch • Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for...
...message will appear during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-35 switch lights continuously. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. Replace...begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the exact location of failsafe settings. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. switch • Refer to section 1.12 Onboard LEDs for...
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Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu ...Advanced Mode. Refer to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot ...
Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu ...Advanced Mode. Refer to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings For changing the system boot ...
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2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system ...Version 2.00.1201. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed: 3400MHz Target DRAM Speed: XXXXMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. F1: General Help F2:...
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system ...Version 2.00.1201. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed: 3400MHz Target DRAM Speed: XXXXMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. F1: General Help F2:...
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... setting. 2.4.5 iGPU Max. The values range from 80MHz to 300MHz. 2.4.2 Turbo Ratio [By All Cores] Allows you set to 3000MHz. 2-14 ASUS P8Z68-V LX The values range from 1100MHz to an individual Turbo ratio in OS)]. By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in OS) [XX] This item appears only ... the desired value using the numeric keypad. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.4.4 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] and allows you to enhance the system performance. Select any of active cores can also key in OS)] All numbers of...
... setting. 2.4.5 iGPU Max. The values range from 80MHz to 300MHz. 2.4.2 Turbo Ratio [By All Cores] Allows you set to 3000MHz. 2-14 ASUS P8Z68-V LX The values range from 1100MHz to an individual Turbo ratio in OS)]. By ALL Cores (Can Adjust in OS) [XX] This item appears only ... the desired value using the numeric keypad. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2.4.4 Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the Ai Overclock Tuner item to [Manual] and allows you to enhance the system performance. Select any of active cores can also key in OS)] All numbers of...
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... according to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2.4.7 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Use and keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the value. If...
... according to adjust the value. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2.4.7 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Use and keys or the numeric keypad to adjust the value. If...
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Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > CPU Configuration > System Agent Configuration > PCH Configuration > SATA...] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. 2.4.15 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for better system performance....
Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > CPU Configuration > System Agent Configuration > PCH Configuration > SATA...] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. 2.4.15 CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. 2.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for better system performance....