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Contents Safety information v About this guide vi P8Z77-M specifications summary vii Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 Layout ... card 1-15 1.5.3 PCI Express x1 slot 1-16 1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot 1-16 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 1-16 1.6 Onboard switches 1-17 1.7 USB BIOS Flashback 1-18 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-19 1.9 Jumpers 1-20 1.10 Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.11 Software...
Contents Safety information v About this guide vi P8Z77-M specifications summary vii Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-2 1.2.1 Placement direction 1-2 1.2.2 Screw holes 1-2 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1-3 1.2.4 Layout ... card 1-15 1.5.3 PCI Express x1 slot 1-16 1.5.4 PCI Express x16 slot 1-16 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card 1-16 1.6 Onboard switches 1-17 1.7 USB BIOS Flashback 1-18 1.8 Onboard LEDs 1-19 1.9 Jumpers 1-20 1.10 Connectors 1-21 1.10.1 Rear panel connectors 1-21 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1-22 1.11 Software...
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...Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to select. How this guide This user guide contains the information you complete a task. Keys .... CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you need...
...Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter tells how to select. How this guide This user guide contains the information you complete a task. Keys .... CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to the ASUS contact information. 2. Refer to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you need...
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P8Z77-M specifications summary ASUS unique features (continued) Back Panel I/O Ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Connector 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI port 1 x D-sub port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x LAN (RJ45) ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 3 Audio jacks support 8-channel* *Use a chassis with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard...
P8Z77-M specifications summary ASUS unique features (continued) Back Panel I/O Ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Connector 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI port 1 x D-sub port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out 1 x LAN (RJ45) ports 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 3 Audio jacks support 8-channel* *Use a chassis with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard...
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P8Z77-M specifications summary BIOS features Manageability 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, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb...
P8Z77-M specifications summary BIOS features Manageability 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, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb...
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...) 4. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 1-4 11. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin 1-25 12. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; 1-26 CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN 1-3) USB1112; USB BIOS flashback button 1-18 5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 8. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1-24 17. Serial port connector (10-1 pin...
...) 4. Intel® LGA1155 CPU socket 1-4 11. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin 1-25 12. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; 1-26 CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN 1-3) USB1112; USB BIOS flashback button 1-18 5. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 8. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1-24 17. Serial port connector (10-1 pin...
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... or the black slots as one (1) module 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....IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - 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 slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. 2.3.4 DIMM installation 1 1-14 ASUS P8Z77-M Timing BUFFALO D3U1333-1G 1GB SS ...
... or the black slots as one (1) module 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....IDSH1G-03A1F1C-13H - 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 slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. 2.3.4 DIMM installation 1 1-14 ASUS P8Z77-M Timing BUFFALO D3U1333-1G 1GB SS ...
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... shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - Expansion Slots 1 PCIE x16_1 2 PCIE x1_1 3 PCIE x16_2 4 PCI1 IRQ assignments for the expansion card. Realtek 8111F LAN - - Turn on BIOS setup. 2. shared - - - - - 1-16 ASUS P8Z77-M 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. See Chapter 2 for a PCIe x16 graphics card to...
... shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - Expansion Slots 1 PCIE x16_1 2 PCIE x1_1 3 PCIE x16_2 4 PCI1 IRQ assignments for the expansion card. Realtek 8111F LAN - - Turn on BIOS setup. 2. shared - - - - - 1-16 ASUS P8Z77-M 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. See Chapter 2 for a PCIe x16 graphics card to...
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... at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 1.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you turn off ...cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to boot after turning on a bare or open-case system. switch lights continuously. switch ...
... at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17 1.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you turn off ...cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to boot after turning on a bare or open-case system. switch lights continuously. switch ...
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... contact your local ASUS Service Center for assistance 1-18 ASUS P8Z77-M If FLBK_LED flashes for three seconds until the FLBK_LED flashes. BIOS updating poses some risks. The FLBK_LED goes out when the BIOS update is not working properly due to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. 1.7 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you...
... contact your local ASUS Service Center for assistance 1-18 ASUS P8Z77-M If FLBK_LED flashes for three seconds until the FLBK_LED flashes. BIOS updating poses some risks. The FLBK_LED goes out when the BIOS update is not working properly due to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or operating system. 1.7 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you...
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... and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-20 ASUS P8Z77-M 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 so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC... when the system hangs due to pins 2-3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After the...
... and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-20 ASUS P8Z77-M 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 so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC... when the system hangs due to pins 2-3. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. After the...
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Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. VGA port 3. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4** 4. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-21 DVI-D 9. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 6. HDMI port 7. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8* 10. Audio I/O ports * The bottom USB port supports USB BIOS Flashback. ** USB 3_34 runs at USB3.0 speed under Windows 7 or later operating system only. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port 5. 1.10 1.10.1 Connectors Rear panel connectors Rear panel connectors 1.
Optical S/PDIF Out port 8. VGA port 3. USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4** 4. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-21 DVI-D 9. USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 6. HDMI port 7. USB 2.0 ports 7 and 8* 10. Audio I/O ports * The bottom USB port supports USB BIOS Flashback. ** USB 3_34 runs at USB3.0 speed under Windows 7 or later operating system only. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port 5. 1.10 1.10.1 Connectors Rear panel connectors Rear panel connectors 1.
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... connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 2. To configure an 8-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the BIOS setup to this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 3. This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Line Out port (lime). LAN port... Out Bass/ Center Front Speaker Out 1. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is for details. 1-22 ASUS P8Z77-M
... connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 2. To configure an 8-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the BIOS setup to this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 3. This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. Line Out port (lime). LAN port... Out Bass/ Center Front Speaker Out 1. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is for details. 1-22 ASUS P8Z77-M
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... you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to [RAID Mode]. If you are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the ... for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. 1-24 ASUS P8Z77-M If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through...
... you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set to [RAID Mode]. If you are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the ... for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. 1-24 ASUS P8Z77-M If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through...
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... or flashes when data is read from or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. 1-28 ASUS P8Z77-M The IDE LED lights up when you to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED...
... or flashes when data is read from or written to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. 1-28 ASUS P8Z77-M The IDE LED lights up when you to the HDD. • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the system power LED...
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... motherboard package. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for details on these utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is potentially risky. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using this utility. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in Windows® environment. 2. The ASUS Update utility allows you update the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD...
... motherboard package. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the latest BIOS file for details on these utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is potentially risky. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3: Restores the BIOS using this utility. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in Windows® environment. 2. The ASUS Update utility allows you update the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD...
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...shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Before you to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS P8Z77-M Press the Up/Down arrow keys to download then click Next. Locate the BIOS file from the popup menu. Press to switch to... avail all its features. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, ...
...shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to update the BIOS without using EZ Flash 2: 1. Before you to prevent system boot failure! 2-2 ASUS P8Z77-M Press the Up/Down arrow keys to download then click Next. Locate the BIOS file from the popup menu. Press to switch to... avail all its features. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: 1. Click Update button from the Quick Bar, ...
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When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility v01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z77-M File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0601 Folder Info 01/13/11 10:23p 4194304 Exit ...DATE: 02/02/2012 P8Z77-M.CAP File Info MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE [Enter] Select...
When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility v01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z77-M File Path: fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ VER: 0601 Folder Info 01/13/11 10:23p 4194304 Exit ...DATE: 02/02/2012 P8Z77-M.CAP File Info MODEL: Help Info VER: DATE [Enter] Select...
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... menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8Z77-M Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in NTFS format. • Do not save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to update BIOS in DOS environment 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk...
... menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8Z77-M Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in NTFS format. • Do not save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to update BIOS in DOS environment 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk...
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...2. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to exit BIOS Updater. When BIOS update is done, press to confirm BIOS update. Restart your computer. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2011/12/22] Current ROM BOARD: P8Z77-M VER...[V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. Yes No 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to ensure system compatibility and stability. The...
...2. BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to exit BIOS Updater. When BIOS update is done, press to confirm BIOS update. Restart your computer. Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2011/12/22] Current ROM BOARD: P8Z77-M VER...[V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. Yes No 4. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.30 or later, the utility automatically exits to ensure system compatibility and stability. The...
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...on to enter the Setup utility. Do this last option only if the first two failed. • The BIOS setup screens shown in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-6 ASUS P8Z77-M The BIOS setup program is provided for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you scroll through the various submenus...turn the system off and then turn it back on the system chassis to restart the system. If you with its test routines. 2.2 BIOS setup program A BIOS setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. When you start up the computer, the system provides you ...
...on to enter the Setup utility. Do this last option only if the first two failed. • The BIOS setup screens shown in the EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. 2-6 ASUS P8Z77-M The BIOS setup program is provided for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you scroll through the various submenus...turn the system off and then turn it back on the system chassis to restart the system. If you with its test routines. 2.2 BIOS setup program A BIOS setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible. When you start up the computer, the system provides you ...