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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 1-7 1.4.1 Overview 1-7 1.4.2 Memory configurations 1-8 2.3.4 DIMM installation 1-14 1.5 Expansion ...
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 1-7 1.4.1 Overview 1-7 1.4.2 Memory configurations 1-8 2.3.4 DIMM installation 1-14 1.5 Expansion ...
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Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • ... are unplugged before the signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set...
Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it may become wet. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with the package. • ... are unplugged before the signal cables are unplugged. • Seek professional assistance before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set...
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...select. Used to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. Where... as warranty flyers, that you must press two or more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. If you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter ...
...select. Used to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Detailed descriptions of the standard package. Where... as warranty flyers, that you must press two or more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. If you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. • Chapter 2: BIOS information This chapter ...
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... before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you for the list of accessories. Refer to the specification list on ...the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it on page x for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-M motherboard!
... before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 Chapter 1 Product introduction Thank you for the list of accessories. Refer to the specification list on ...the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it on page x for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-M motherboard!
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.... Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis 1-2 ASUS P8Z77-M Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the...
.... Do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do so can damage the motherboard. Ensure that you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the chassis 1-2 ASUS P8Z77-M Doing so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1.2.1 Placement direction When installing the motherboard, ensure that you unplug the power cord before installing or removing the...
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CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin 1-25 12. USB1314) 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-27 7. Clear CMOS 1-20 6. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/Switches/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/Switches/LED Page 1. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-7 13. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 1-25 ...
CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin 1-25 12. USB1314) 4. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 1-27 7. Clear CMOS 1-20 6. 1.2.3 Motherboard layout 1.2.4 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/Switches/LED Page Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/Switches/LED Page 1. DDR3 DIMM slots 1-7 13. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) 1-25 ...
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... CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • The product...Processors. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. 1 2 A B 1-4 ASUS P8Z77-M 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the ...
... CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • The product...Processors. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. 1 2 A B 1-4 ASUS P8Z77-M 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will shoulder the cost of the PnP cap. 1.3.1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the ...
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Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 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. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations Install one memory module in slot A2 first as a single-channel operation.
Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-7 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. A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. Recommended memory configurations Install one memory module in slot A2 first as a single-channel operation.
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...Generation Processor, DDR3 2200 and above/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 (2x 2GB) DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • • * The memory modules in Channel A and Channel B. 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, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC...
...Generation Processor, DDR3 2200 and above/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 (2x 2GB) DS - - 9-11-9-27 1.66 • • • * The memory modules in Channel A and Channel B. 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, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC...
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... opposite the slot that they support. 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. Secure the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until ...already installed in a chassis). 3. 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion...
... opposite the slot that they support. 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. Secure the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until ...already installed in a chassis). 3. 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. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-15 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion...
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... card. SMBUS Controller - - 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for this motherboard A B C D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller #0 - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card ... Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - shared - - - - PCIE x16_1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - 1-16 ASUS P8Z77-M
... card. SMBUS Controller - - 1.5.2 Configuring an expansion card After installing the expansion card, configure it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Install the software drivers for this motherboard A B C D E F G H Intel PCH SATA controller #0 - - - Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card ... Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications. Intel PCH SATA controller #1 - - - shared - - - - PCIE x16_1 shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - 1-16 ASUS P8Z77-M
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...memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. This is not properly installed. Turn off the system and reinstall ...that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK!...
...memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process, the system continues memory tuning after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. This is not properly installed. Turn off the system and reinstall ...that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK!...
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... onboard LED. 2. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) The DRAM_LED lights up to indicate that lights up when the DIMM is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Turn off mode. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-19 Standby power LED (SB_PWR) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that the system is not properly installed.
... onboard LED. 2. DRAM LED (DRAM_LED) The DRAM_LED lights up to indicate that lights up when the DIMM is ON, in sleep mode, or in any motherboard component. Turn off mode. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-19 Standby power LED (SB_PWR) The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that the system is not properly installed.
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...section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is for details. 1-22 ASUS P8Z77-M LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN ...the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set ...
...section 2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector is for details. 1-22 ASUS P8Z77-M LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN ...the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set ...
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... CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan 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 install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the... connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, ...
... CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan 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 install two VGA cards, we recommend that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the... connector. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, ...
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... up to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable ...opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1314) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. 7. The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. 1-26 ASUS P8Z77-M Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is for USB...
... up to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports. You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to 480 Mbps connection speed. Never connect a 1394 cable ...opening at the back of the system chassis. Doing so will damage the motherboard! USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB910; USB1314) These connectors are for a serial (COM) port. 7. The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately. 1-26 ASUS P8Z77-M Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) The connector is for USB...
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... XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. The following screen is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Click an item to install The Make Disk menu contains ...items to display the ASUS contact information. Click the Contact tab to create the RAID/AHCI driver disk. ...
... XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before installing the drivers for updates. Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. The following screen is NOT enabled in your hardware. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Click an item to install The Make Disk menu contains ...items to display the ASUS contact information. Click the Contact tab to create the RAID/AHCI driver disk. ...
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... 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. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. Refer to the... corresponding sections for this motherboard. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. Chapter 2: BIOS information...
... 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. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates the BIOS in Windows® environment. 2. Refer to the... corresponding sections for this motherboard. Carefully follow the instructions of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. ASUS Update: Updates the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive. Chapter 2: BIOS information...
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Turn on the ASUS official website. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • 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... file when it to an USB flash drive. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. You can...
Turn on the ASUS official website. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file. • 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... file when it to an USB flash drive. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port. 3. You can...