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... 1-35 1.12 Onboard LEDs 1-36 1.13 Software support 1-38 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-38 1.13.2 Support 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...
... 1-35 1.12 Onboard LEDs 1-36 1.13 Software support 1-38 1.13.1 Installing an operating system 1-38 1.13.2 Support 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...
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...BIOS Setup menus. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS ... Tips and additional information to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer. ...
...BIOS Setup menus. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS ... Tips and additional information to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer. ...
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... 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, 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...P8Z68-V LX specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update...
... 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, 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...P8Z68-V LX specifications summary Rear panel ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I /O shield 1 x User Manual 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update...
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...manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. *** The actual charging speed may vary with the elegant appearance! ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-5 Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatpipe will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with your USB device's conditions. It allows you ...favorite photo into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that offers users ...
...manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. *** The actual charging speed may vary with the elegant appearance! ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-5 Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatpipe will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with your USB device's conditions. It allows you ...favorite photo into one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to update the BIOS without using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that offers users ...
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... caching can only be identified by SSD. c. Removing or replacing the SSD - d. Updating IRST 10.5 driver - Updating BIOS • If you want to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM utility and select Acceleration Options to disable the acceleration function of Intel® Smart... 1. M aximized mode:WRITE BACK, write to SSD and write back to launch Smart Response Technology settings. 2. Select which HDD for SSD caching. ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-7 a. Select the SSD you want to use to Enhanced/ Maximus. • Only Intel® internal SATA ports (gray and blue) support ...
... caching can only be identified by SSD. c. Removing or replacing the SSD - d. Updating IRST 10.5 driver - Updating BIOS • If you want to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM utility and select Acceleration Options to disable the acceleration function of Intel® Smart... 1. M aximized mode:WRITE BACK, write to SSD and write back to launch Smart Response Technology settings. 2. Select which HDD for SSD caching. ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-7 a. Select the SSD you want to use to Enhanced/ Maximus. • Only Intel® internal SATA ports (gray and blue) support ...
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... boot. P8Z68-V LX P8Z68-V LX MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-35...DRAM_LED lights continuously. MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch lights continuously. switch • Refer to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when ...
... boot. P8Z68-V LX P8Z68-V LX MemOK! It takes about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS P8Z68-V LX 1-35...DRAM_LED lights continuously. MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you download and update to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! switch lights continuously. switch • Refer to memory tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when ...
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... DVD that you to complete the installation. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. c. b. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original...
... DVD that you to complete the installation. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. c. b. Select Update BIOS from the popup menu. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears. 2. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either of the original...
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... all its features. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to update the BIOS without using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.02 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z68-V LX File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0201 Folder Info 06...
... all its features. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to update the BIOS without using this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 3. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility V01.02 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z68-V LX File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0201 Folder Info 06...
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... to the Folder Info field. 6. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is done. • This function supports USB flash disks with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. ...Down arrow keys to load default BIOS values. You can cause system boot failure! Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. 3. Turn on the system. 2. Press to switch to perform the BIOS update process. Press the Up/Down ...
... to the Folder Info field. 6. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is done. • This function supports USB flash disks with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. ...Down arrow keys to load default BIOS values. You can cause system boot failure! Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. 3. Turn on the system. 2. Press to switch to perform the BIOS update process. Press the Up/Down ...
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... item by pressing the item number. 4. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8Z68-V LX Before updating BIOS 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults 3. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Boot your computer. The succeeding utility...
... item by pressing the item number. 4. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8Z68-V LX Before updating BIOS 1. NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to boot using defaults 3. 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Boot your computer. The succeeding utility...
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..., press any key to return to the DOS prompt. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8Z68-V LX VER: 0211 DATE: 06/16/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any key to continue. At the FreeDOS prompt, type...
..., press any key to return to the DOS prompt. The BIOS Updater backup screen appears indicating the BIOS backup process. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.07 Current ROM BOARD: P8Z68-V LX VER: 0211 DATE: 06/16/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ BIOS backup is any key to continue. At the FreeDOS prompt, type...
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...] Exit 3. Are you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8Z68-V LX DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you sure to update BIOS? ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all...
...] Exit 3. Are you have disconnected them. 2-6 ASUS P8Z68-V LX DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.04 or later, the utility automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating the BIOS file if you sure to update BIOS? ASUSTek BIOS Updater for details. • Ensure to connect all...
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... POST continues with its parameters. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit Menu. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system... turn the system off then back on how to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • The default BIOS settings for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Ensure that ...
... POST continues with its parameters. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit Menu. 2.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system... turn the system off then back on how to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program. • The default BIOS settings for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Ensure that ...
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.../CPU configuration and BIOS version. 2-28 ASUS P8Z68-V LX 2.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. Key in the BIOS Flash. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS SPD Information > ASUS O.C. Configuration options: [Slot 1] [Slot 2] [Slot 3] [Slot 4] 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information DIMM...
.../CPU configuration and BIOS version. 2-28 ASUS P8Z68-V LX 2.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. Key in the BIOS Flash. Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS SPD Information > ASUS O.C. Configuration options: [Slot 1] [Slot 2] [Slot 3] [Slot 4] 2.8.3 ASUS O.C. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.8.2 ASUS SPD Information DIMM...