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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 CPU 1-4 1.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1-6 1.4 System memory ...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 support 1-29 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11...
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 CPU 1-4 1.3.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 1-6 1.4 System memory ...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 support 1-29 1.11.1 Installing an operating system 1-29 1.11...
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... as warranty flyers, that you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked ...information Refer to the following parts: • 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 change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus....
... as warranty flyers, that you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. If you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. Where to find more keys simultaneously, the key names are linked ...information Refer to the following parts: • 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 change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus....
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...' behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. 1-8 ASUS P8Z77-M Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support DS Brand NO. (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AX3U2400GC4G10(XMP) 4GB DS - - 10-11-11...• * The memory modules in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Due to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For...
...' behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. 1-8 ASUS P8Z77-M Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support DS Brand NO. (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM A-DATA AX3U2400GC4G10(XMP) 4GB DS - - 10-11-11...• * The memory modules in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is dependent on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for single-channel operation. • Due to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For...
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... the card. 2. 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.... Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. Align the card connector with the screw you intend to the ...4. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
... the card. 2. 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A 1.5 Expansion slots In the future, you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.5.1 Installing an expansion card To install an expansion card: 1. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards.... Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on the slot. 5. Align the card connector with the screw you intend to the ...4. The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
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...Slots 1 PCIE x16_1 2 PCIE x1_1 3 PCIE x16_2 4 PCI1 IRQ assignments for the expansion card. shared - - - - - PCIE x1_1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - 1-16 ASUS P8Z77-M Turn on BIOS setup. 2. EHCI #0 - - - - - - - PCIE x16_1 shared - - - - - - - PCIE x16_2 shared - - - - - - - In single VGA card mode, use... groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.4...
...Slots 1 PCIE x16_1 2 PCIE x1_1 3 PCIE x16_2 4 PCI1 IRQ assignments for the expansion card. shared - - - - - PCIE x1_1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - 1-16 ASUS P8Z77-M Turn on BIOS setup. 2. EHCI #0 - - - - - - - PCIE x16_1 shared - - - - - - - PCIE x16_2 shared - - - - - - - In single VGA card mode, use... groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. 1.5.3 PCI Express x1 slot This motherboard supports PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. 1.5.4...
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...in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is for details. 1-22 ASUS P8Z77-M By default, this connector, set the item to [HD].... to avail of this connector, set to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition ...
...in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. This port connects to support 8-channel audio output. 1.10.2 Internal connectors 1. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector is for details. 1-22 ASUS P8Z77-M By default, this connector, set the item to [HD].... to avail of this connector, set to this connector. • We recommend that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. In the 4, 6, and 8-channel configurations, the function of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition ...
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... place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • CPU fan (4-pin) and CHA fans (3-pin/ 4-pin) support ASUS Fan Xpert+ feature. •...; If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-25 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 for better thermal environment. 6. TPM ...
... place jumper caps on the motherboard, ensuring that you install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • CPU fan (4-pin) and CHA fans (3-pin/ 4-pin) support ASUS Fan Xpert+ feature. •...; If you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the fan connectors. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-25 Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1-3 for better thermal environment. 6. TPM ...
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...connectors (10-1 pin USB910; Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. 1-26 ASUS P8Z77-M USB1314) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. The USB 2.0 module is purchased ...back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB1112; 7. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors...
...connectors (10-1 pin USB910; Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. 1-26 ASUS P8Z77-M USB1314) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. The USB 2.0 module is purchased ...back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB1112; 7. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is for USB 2.0 ports. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to a slot opening at the back of these connectors...
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... an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS). The following screen is for reference only. Click an item to install The Make Disk menu contains items to display the ASUS contact information. Click the... documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that the motherboard supports. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Refer to use ...
... an operating system This motherboard supports Windows® XP/ 64-bit XP/ 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS). The following screen is for reference only. Click an item to install The Make Disk menu contains items to display the ASUS contact information. Click the... documentation for detailed information. • Ensure that the motherboard supports. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Refer to use ...
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...versions to the corresponding sections for this utility. Refer to provide enhancements on these utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Carefully follow the instructions...from the Internet • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS...
...versions to the corresponding sections for this utility. Refer to provide enhancements on these utilities. 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is available in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. Chapter 2: BIOS information 2-1 Carefully follow the instructions...from the Internet • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS...
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.... • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8Z77-M.CAP. • The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the system. 2. Turn on the ASUS official website. The system requires you want to use the newer BIOS file, download...
.... • Before using this utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8Z77-M.CAP. • The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the system. 2. Turn on the ASUS official website. The system requires you want to use the newer BIOS file, download...
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...drive in DOS environment. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8Z77-M 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS...and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to update BIOS in NTFS format. • Do not save them ...
...drive in DOS environment. C:\>d: D:\> 2-4 ASUS P8Z77-M 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you can use as shown. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in DOS...and BIOS Updater to Drive D (USB flash drive). At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to update BIOS in NTFS format. • Do not save them ...
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... a DDR3 frequency slower than the common tCK detected via SPD. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 2-12 ASUS P8Z77-M Scroll down to Intel spec, ASUS H61 Series motherboard supports 1066/1333MHz DRAM (only). →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. The configuration options for this section...
... a DDR3 frequency slower than the common tCK detected via SPD. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 2-12 ASUS P8Z77-M Scroll down to Intel spec, ASUS H61 Series motherboard supports 1066/1333MHz DRAM (only). →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. The configuration options for this section...
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... controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. IRQ=3][IO=3E8h; Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22 ASUS P8Z77-M SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets...audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the motherboard. IRQ=4][IO=2E8h; Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port Configuration The ... serial port (COM1) connector on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio...
... controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. IRQ=3][IO=3E8h; Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 2-22 ASUS P8Z77-M SPDIF Out Type [SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets...audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the motherboard. IRQ=4][IO=2E8h; Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Serial Port Configuration The ... serial port (COM1) connector on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio...