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... at mid-board, 6 ports at mid-board for iGPU ASUS EPU - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - AI Charger+ - Anti Surge - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - DTS Surround Sensation... Mobile and Symbian systems ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Suite II - P8Z68-V PRO specifications summary Bluetooth Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR ASUS BT GO! ASUS O.C. ASUS Q-Connector - Disk Unlocker ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink...
... at mid-board, 6 ports at mid-board for iGPU ASUS EPU - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - AI Charger+ - Anti Surge - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - DTS Surround Sensation... Mobile and Symbian systems ASUS Exclusive Features - AI Suite II - P8Z68-V PRO specifications summary Bluetooth Audio IEEE 1394 USB ASUS unique features ASUS Q-Design Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR ASUS BT GO! ASUS O.C. ASUS Q-Connector - Disk Unlocker ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions - ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-sink...
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...® LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x VGA port 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2 - x 9.6 in . P8Z68-V PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support...
...® LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue) 6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x VGA port 8-channel Audio I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor Precision Tweaker 2 - x 9.6 in . P8Z68-V PRO specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I /O ports 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support...
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...Processing Unit). The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through BIOS tuning and the exclusive user interface. extreme system stability, and greater power efficiency. 2X Precise Power Control ASUS DIGI+ VRM delivers twice the precision power, intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and ...reaches its full potential, adjusting frequencies dynamically and cutting EM interference by half to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 1-3 Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to enhance system stability through enabled spread spectrum.
...Processing Unit). The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through BIOS tuning and the exclusive user interface. extreme system stability, and greater power efficiency. 2X Precise Power Control ASUS DIGI+ VRM delivers twice the precision power, intelligently adjusting PWM voltage and ...reaches its full potential, adjusting frequencies dynamically and cutting EM interference by half to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 1-3 Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to enhance system stability through enabled spread spectrum.
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... and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 1-5 Supports hard drives over 2.2TB ASUS UEFI BIOS natively supports hard drives larger than traditional BIOS versions. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to update the BIOS without the usual "fingers" - ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is supported...
... and avoiding wrong cable connections. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 1-5 Supports hard drives over 2.2TB ASUS UEFI BIOS natively supports hard drives larger than traditional BIOS versions. Chapter 1 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to update the BIOS without the usual "fingers" - ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is supported...
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... D9KPT(ECC) 7 DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B-HCF8 8 DS - - - Single-sided DS - Load the X.M.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: S upports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as one pair of individual...8226; Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Voltage - or D.O.C.P. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-11 Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. SS MICRON SS MICRON SS MICRON...
... D9KPT(ECC) 7 DS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846B-HCF8 8 DS - - - Single-sided DS - Load the X.M.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: S upports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as one pair of individual...8226; Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Voltage - or D.O.C.P. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-11 Chapter 2 P8Z68-V PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1066 MHz capability Vendors Part No. SS MICRON SS MICRON SS MICRON...
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... after using the MemOK! switch to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to test one set is not properly installed. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-15 switch does not function under Windows™ OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests ...failsafe memory settings. switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. function. • The MemOK! switch lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and...
... after using the MemOK! switch to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for the system to test one set is not properly installed. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-15 switch does not function under Windows™ OS environment. • During the tuning process, the system loads and tests ...failsafe memory settings. switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. function. • The MemOK! switch lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and...
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... have made. However, the system will use the last setting you change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-17 EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may...
... have made. However, the system will use the last setting you change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-17 EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may...
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... through the onboard Intel® Z68 chipset. Refer to [AHCI Mode] by default. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-21 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Chapter 2 • These connectors are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to ...for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Intel® Z68 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin...
... through the onboard Intel® Z68 chipset. Refer to [AHCI Mode] by default. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-21 2.2.8 Internal connectors 1. Chapter 2 • These connectors are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to ...for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. Intel® Z68 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin...
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... before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to this USB 3.0 connector, you can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to [Enabled]. Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0...(20-1 pin USB3_34) These connectors are for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with this connector to 480 MBps connection speed. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-23 ATAPI device is available from your system chassis, with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution....
... before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to this USB 3.0 connector, you can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to [Enabled]. Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0...(20-1 pin USB3_34) These connectors are for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with this connector to 480 MBps connection speed. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-23 ATAPI device is available from your system chassis, with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution....
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... the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO...
... the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO...
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...system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off mode depending on the BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. The speaker allows you... warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. 11. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-29 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Pressing the power button turns the system on the...
...system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off mode depending on the BIOS settings. The system power LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to this connector. The speaker allows you... warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. 11. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-29 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Pressing the power button turns the system on the...
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... monitor resolution from the Windows® Display Settings menu. • Due to the onboard video port(s) for the troubleshooting on two monitors. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-43 When you use an Intel® CPU with multiple VGA output that features desktop extension on monitor overscan/underscan problem • Playback...set a resolution not supported by your reference. Note that DVI-D/HDMI dual output works in OS environment only and that during POST or BIOS setup, only DVI-D output is a configuration example for the system to return to its original setting or restart the system and press ...
... monitor resolution from the Windows® Display Settings menu. • Due to the onboard video port(s) for the troubleshooting on two monitors. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 2-43 When you use an Intel® CPU with multiple VGA output that features desktop extension on monitor overscan/underscan problem • Playback...set a resolution not supported by your reference. Note that DVI-D/HDMI dual output works in OS environment only and that during POST or BIOS setup, only DVI-D output is a configuration example for the system to return to its original setting or restart the system and press ...
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...button in this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. If you wish to enter Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-1 Do this last option only if the ...first two failed. • The BIOS setup screens shown in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that a...
...button in this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. If you wish to enter Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-1 Do this last option only if the ...first two failed. • The BIOS setup screens shown in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that a...
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To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z68-V PRO 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 ... Mode provides you an overview 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 enter the BIOS setup program. Refer to decide the boot priority. Selects the display language of the...
To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z68-V PRO 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 ... Mode provides you an overview 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 enter the BIOS setup program. Refer to decide the boot priority. Selects the display language of the...
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To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard ...special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-3 For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults...
To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode. Refer to configure the BIOS settings. Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard ...special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-3 For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for the detailed configurations. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults...
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... RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the BIOS Setup program. EFI BIOS Utility - See section 2.3.7 Jumper for when entering Setup If ONLY the User's password is set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-5 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the...
... RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the BIOS Setup program. EFI BIOS Utility - See section 2.3.7 Jumper for when entering Setup If ONLY the User's password is set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-5 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the...
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... REF Voltage on the motherboard. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Chapter 3 Version 2.00.1201. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-7 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on CHB Auto CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Version 2.00... ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Scroll down to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility -
... REF Voltage on the motherboard. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Chapter 3 Version 2.00.1201. ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-7 Copyright (C) 2010 American Megatrends, Inc. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on CHB Auto CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Version 2.00... ratio and memory parameters will be auto optimized. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Scroll down to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility -
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...overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-15 The valid value ranges vary according to display the following items: Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled ...Turbo Mode Enabled CPU C1E Auto CPU C3 Report Auto CPU C6 Report Auto Version 2.00.1201. EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down . [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. The items shown in this screen may be different...
...overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-15 The valid value ranges vary according to display the following items: Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled ...Turbo Mode Enabled CPU C1E Auto CPU C3 Report Auto CPU C6 Report Auto Version 2.00.1201. EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down . [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. The items shown in this screen may be different...
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... [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-17 Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ PCH Configuration > Monitor PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer. 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode ... to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.3 PCH Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] Render Standy [Enabled] Allows you to set the iGPU Multi...
... [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-17 Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ PCH Configuration > Monitor PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer. 3.5.2 System Agent Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode ... to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.5.3 PCH Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Configuration options: [32M] [64M] [96M] [128M] Render Standy [Enabled] Allows you to set the iGPU Multi...
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... panel audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-21 Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced... Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Disabled Intel LAN Controller Enabled Intel PXE OPROM Disabled Version 2.00.1201. 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down to [Enabled]. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print ...
... panel audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V PRO 3-21 Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced... Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Disabled Intel LAN Controller Enabled Intel PXE OPROM Disabled Version 2.00.1201. 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Scroll down to [Enabled]. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print ...