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P8Z77-M Motherboard
P8Z77-M Motherboard
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...details so that uses the Library") for the GPL Software, and/or the complete corresponding source code of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ii ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. No part of reproduction and shipment, which will be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval...
...details so that uses the Library") for the GPL Software, and/or the complete corresponding source code of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ii ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. No part of reproduction and shipment, which will be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval...
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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 contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.3.1 Installing the ...
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 contents 1-3 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-4 1.3.1 Installing the ...
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Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. If you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any...
Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. If you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to the correct voltage in any...
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...following symbols used throughout this guide This user guide contains the information you must press two or more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of ... the motherboard. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to select. Example: ++ vi ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Conventions used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you perform certain tasks...
...following symbols used throughout this guide This user guide contains the information you must press two or more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of ... the motherboard. Typography Bold text Italics ++ Indicates a menu or an item to select. Example: ++ vi ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Conventions used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you perform certain tasks...
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...Supports on Intel® Core™ processor family with Windows 7 operating systems. (continues on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)*/2200(O.C.)*/2133(O. Supports Intel... support is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. C.)/2000(O.C)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory - P8Z77-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LGA1155 socket for details. 1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots (at...
...Supports on Intel® Core™ processor family with Windows 7 operating systems. (continues on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)*/2200(O.C.)*/2133(O. Supports Intel... support is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors. C.)/2000(O.C)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory - P8Z77-M specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support Storage LGA1155 socket for details. 1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots (at...
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...(continues on the next page) viii Optical S/PDIF out port at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - UASP standard only supports Windows 8. supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode*. - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for top network program in the front panel to 300MHz at...Express Chipset - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at 0.005V increment - P8Z77-M specifications summary LAN Audio USB ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS unique features Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 8-channel audio CODEC* - Supports jack-...
...(continues on the next page) viii Optical S/PDIF out port at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: - UASP standard only supports Windows 8. supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode*. - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for top network program in the front panel to 300MHz at...Express Chipset - 10 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at 0.005V increment - P8Z77-M specifications summary LAN Audio USB ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features ASUS unique features Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 8-channel audio CODEC* - Supports jack-...
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... 1 x TPM header (continues on the next page) ix P8Z77-M specifications summary ASUS unique features (continued) Back Panel I/O Ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert+ - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with HD audio module in the front panel to... (4-pin) Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF out header 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel(Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! ASUS Q-Slot - 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 ...
... 1 x TPM header (continues on the next page) ix P8Z77-M specifications summary ASUS unique features (continued) Back Panel I/O Ports Internal connectors/ switches/ buttons ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS Fan Xpert+ - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with HD audio module in the front panel to... (4-pin) Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF out header 24-pin EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector System Panel(Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! ASUS Q-Slot - 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 ...
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x 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 ...WOR by PME Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables ASUS I/O shield 2 in 1 Q-connector User's manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX Form Factor, 9.6"x 9.6" (24.4cm x 24.4cm) * Specifications are subject...
x 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 ...WOR by PME Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables ASUS I/O shield 2 in 1 Q-connector User's manual Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) uATX Form Factor, 9.6"x 9.6" (24.4cm x 24.4cm) * Specifications are subject...
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... case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on page x for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-M motherboard!
... case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on page x for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-M motherboard!
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... external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1-2 ASUS P8Z77-M Do not overtighten the screws! 1.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you place it into...
... external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in the correct orientation. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis 1-2 ASUS P8Z77-M Do not overtighten the screws! 1.2 Motherboard overview Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that you place it into...
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ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 1-23 10. Intel® Z77 USB 3.0 connector (USB3_12) 1-27 8-pin ATX12V) 2. 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. Clear CMOS 1-20 6. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 1-25 15. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 1-26 16. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin 1-25 12. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-7 13. USB1314) 4. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 8. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1-24 17. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-27...
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 1-23 10. Intel® Z77 USB 3.0 connector (USB3_12) 1-27 8-pin ATX12V) 2. 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. Clear CMOS 1-20 6. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 1-25 15. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) 1-26 16. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin 1-25 12. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-7 13. USB1314) 4. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 1-22 8. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1-24 17. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-27...
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ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is ... with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium / Celeron Processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket...
ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is ... with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium / Celeron Processors. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket...
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3 4 C 5 A B 6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-5
3 4 C 5 A B 6 Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-5
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To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 1-6 ASUS P8Z77-M 1.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 1-6 ASUS P8Z77-M 1.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary.
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DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Install one memory module in slot A2 first as a single-channel operation. To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. Recommended memory configurations Install one memory module in slot A2 first as a single-channel operation. To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A 1.4 System memory 1.4.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMM) slots.
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...The default memory operation frequency is recommended to the Microsoft® support site at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. 1-8 ASUS P8Z77-M For effective use a more memory on the motherboard. Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. •..., when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8Z77-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB...
...The default memory operation frequency is recommended to the Microsoft® support site at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. 1-8 ASUS P8Z77-M For effective use a more memory on the motherboard. Under the default state, some memory modules for manual memory frequency adjustment. •..., when you install 4GB or more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8Z77-M Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-2400(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. 1.4.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB...
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G.SKILL GEIL GEIL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support DS Brand NO. (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - 7-10-10-28 1.65 • • 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • • 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-11-9-28 1.65 • • • * The memory modules in 2200MHz and above are supported by Intel 3rd Generation Core Processors. **Due to the behavior of the Intel 2nd Generation Processor, DDR3 2200 and above/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run...
G.SKILL GEIL GEIL F3-17600CL7D-4GBFLS(XMP) GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP) GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP) Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support DS Brand NO. (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM 4G ( 2x 2G ) DS - - 7-10-10-28 1.65 • • 4GB ( 2x 2GB ) DS - - 9-10-9-28 1.65 • • • 8GB ( 2x 4GB ) DS - - 9-11-9-28 1.65 • • • * The memory modules in 2200MHz and above are supported by Intel 3rd Generation Core Processors. **Due to the behavior of the Intel 2nd Generation Processor, DDR3 2200 and above/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run...
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DDR3-1333 MHz capability (continued) Vendors GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL Hynix Hynix KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON MICRON MICRON MICRON MICRON OCZ OCZ PSC PSC SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ATP ATP Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 DIMM DIMM DIMM GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB(2x 2GB) DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA15B 9-9-9-24 1.3 • • • GB34GB1333C7DC ...
DDR3-1333 MHz capability (continued) Vendors GEIL GEIL GEIL GEIL Hynix Hynix KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGMAX KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON KINGSTON MICRON MICRON MICRON MICRON OCZ OCZ PSC PSC SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SAMSUNG Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend Transcend ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ACTICA ATP ATP Part No. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 2 4 DIMM DIMM DIMM GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB(2x 2GB) DS GEIL GL1L128M88BA15B 9-9-9-24 1.3 • • • GB34GB1333C7DC ...
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...channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. 2.3.4 DIMM installation 1 1-14 ASUS P8Z77-M Patriot PSD32G13332 2GB DS Prtriot PM128M8D3BU-15 9 Patriot PGS34G1333LLKA 4GB(2x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 Patriot PG38G1333EL(XMP) 8GB DS -...RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 9 SanMax SMD4G68H1P-13HZ 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRH9C - 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 both the blue and black slots as one ...
...channel memory configuration. We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. 2.3.4 DIMM installation 1 1-14 ASUS P8Z77-M Patriot PSD32G13332 2GB DS Prtriot PM128M8D3BU-15 9 Patriot PGS34G1333LLKA 4GB(2x 2GB) DS - - 7-7-7-20 Patriot PG38G1333EL(XMP) 8GB DS -...RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf 9 SanMax SMD4G68H1P-13HZ 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRH9C - 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 both the blue and black slots as one ...
