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... x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking protection - vCPU_PLL: 160-step CPU & PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - xii x 9.6 in . P8Z68-V 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...
... x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to 300MHz at 0.005V increment - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking protection - vCPU_PLL: 160-step CPU & PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - xii x 9.6 in . P8Z68-V 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...
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... and greater power efficiency. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! ASUS P8Z68-V 1-3 Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to a digital standard. It increases overclocking range while performance reaches its full potential. 2X Less Radiation ASUS DIGI+ VRM adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation by automatically detecting current PC loadings...
... and greater power efficiency. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity! ASUS P8Z68-V 1-3 Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to a digital standard. It increases overclocking range while performance reaches its full potential. 2X Less Radiation ASUS DIGI+ VRM adjusts frequencies dynamically, cutting radiation by automatically detecting current PC loadings...
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...regions and your system boot success. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance! Quick and simple overclocking and setup sharing is for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers... the temperature of a button to enable more intricate system control, including detailed DRAM information. ASUS BT GO! The built-in 64-bit,...
...regions and your system boot success. Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance! Quick and simple overclocking and setup sharing is for motherboard users, but also the heatsink design lowers... the temperature of a button to enable more intricate system control, including detailed DRAM information. ASUS BT GO! The built-in 64-bit,...
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...Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is the standard way ...64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For effective use a more on the motherboard. Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non...
...Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information To operate at the vendor-marked or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is the standard way ...64-bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. For effective use a more on the motherboard. Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered and non...
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The switch also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on switch. 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to enhance system performance. 1. The ...
The switch also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to fine-tune performance when working on switch. 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to enhance system performance. 1. The ...
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... system automatically reboots when each timing set is not properly installed. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! It takes about 30 seconds for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail...that you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS P8Z68-V 2-15 Press and hold the MemOK! Chapter 2 • Refer to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause ...
... system automatically reboots when each timing set is not properly installed. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! function. • The MemOK! It takes about 30 seconds for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail...that you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS P8Z68-V 2-15 Press and hold the MemOK! Chapter 2 • Refer to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause ...
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.... function. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to overclocking. You must turn ON the computer. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 ...(default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC ...
.... function. After the CMOS clearance, reinstall the battery. • You do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the cap back to overclocking. You must turn ON the computer. 4. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 ...(default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC ...
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... the computer, the system provides you to enter the Setup utility. Otherwise, POST continues with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for system startup in this user manual refers to erase the RTC RAM....from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in this program. You can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with its test routines. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V 3-1 Being a menu-driven program, it back on the system chassis to restart the system. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup...
... the computer, the system provides you to enter the Setup utility. Otherwise, POST continues with the same smoothness as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are for system startup in this user manual refers to erase the RTC RAM....from the Exit/Advanced Mode button in this program. You can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with its test routines. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V 3-1 Being a menu-driven program, it back on the system chassis to restart the system. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup...
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... 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V 3-3 Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. For changing the ... 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. F1:...
... 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V 3-3 Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. For changing the ... 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. F1:...
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...;↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Scroll down to malfunction. ASUS P8Z68-V 3-7 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : 4429MHz Target DRAM Speed : 1097MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto BCLK/PCIE Frequency 103.0 Turbo Ratio Auto By All Cores (Can...Auto Version 2.00.1201. The configuration options for this section vary depending 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...
...;↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. Scroll down to malfunction. ASUS P8Z68-V 3-7 Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : 4429MHz Target DRAM Speed : 1097MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto BCLK/PCIE Frequency 103.0 Turbo Ratio Auto By All Cores (Can...Auto Version 2.00.1201. The configuration options for this section vary depending 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...
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...item to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage. If this item to an individual Turbo ratio in OS)]. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to the default setting. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose ...in the desired value using the numeric keypad. Select any of active cores can also key in OS)] All numbers of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. The values range from 80.0MHz to ...
...item to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage. If this item to an individual Turbo ratio in OS)]. Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to the default setting. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose ...in the desired value using the numeric keypad. Select any of active cores can also key in OS)] All numbers of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. The values range from 80.0MHz to ...
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...Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to the default settings. ...which may cause the system to select the EPU power saving mode. The valid value ranges vary according to 3000MHz with a 50MHz interval. ASUS P8Z68-V 3-9 Chapter 3 CPU Power Management The sub-items in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. Frequency [XXXX] Use the and ...
...Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to the default settings. ...which may cause the system to select the EPU power saving mode. The valid value ranges vary according to 3000MHz with a 50MHz interval. ASUS P8Z68-V 3-9 Chapter 3 CPU Power Management The sub-items in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. Frequency [XXXX] Use the and ...
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... only when you set the VRM Frequency item to 500k Hz with a 10k Hz interval. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. The values range from the following percentages to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High...
... only when you set the VRM Frequency item to 500k Hz with a 10k Hz interval. Higher load-line calibration would get higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increase the CPU and VRM thermal. The values range from the following percentages to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High...
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... options: [100%] [140%] Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V 3-11 Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Proceeds the full phase mode. Manual Adjustment [Medium] This item appears only when you to set ...on the CPU loading. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. You can also use the and keys to get more transient and better thermal performance. Phase Control [Extreme...
... options: [100%] [140%] Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V 3-11 Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. Proceeds the full phase mode. Manual Adjustment [Medium] This item appears only when you to set ...on the CPU loading. The thermal conditions should be monitored. A higher value brings a wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. You can also use the and keys to get more transient and better thermal performance. Phase Control [Extreme...
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... to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from 0.395x to [Enabled] for EMI control. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V 3-13 Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on Channel A/B. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK...
... to set the DRAM DATA Reference Voltage on Channel A/B. The values range from 0.395x to [Enabled] for EMI control. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z68-V 3-13 Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. DRAM CTRL REF Voltage on Channel A/B. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK...
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... and stability. iGPU Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power and overclocking frequency range to increase VRM efficiency. DIGI+ VRM Phase Control Increase phase number under light system loading to enhance iGPU performance.. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to get more...
... and stability. iGPU Current Capability A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power and overclocking frequency range to increase VRM efficiency. DIGI+ VRM Phase Control Increase phase number under light system loading to enhance iGPU performance.. 4.3.2 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to get more...
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... voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z68-V 4-7 4.3.4 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to BIOS settings and will not be saved to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in WIndows® environment and...
... voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z68-V 4-7 4.3.4 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to BIOS settings and will not be saved to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in WIndows® environment and...
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... Advanced Mode tab to restore all start -up settings Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for the best graphics performance. 1.
... Advanced Mode tab to restore all start -up settings Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for the best graphics performance. 1.
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... Chapter 4: Software support Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme. 2. Using Extreme Tuning 1. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the...
... Chapter 4: Software support Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Extreme. 2. Using Extreme Tuning 1. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the...
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... you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z68-V 4-11 If you want to exit. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. To keep the result, click...
... you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z68-V 4-11 If you want to exit. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system. To keep the result, click...