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... mid-board, 4 ports at back I/O * Use a chassis with HD audio module in use - MemOK! (continues on the next page) viii retasking - 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-detection, multi-streaming, front panel jack...
... mid-board, 4 ports at back I/O * Use a chassis with HD audio module in use - MemOK! (continues on the next page) viii retasking - 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-detection, multi-streaming, front panel jack...
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... 2nd Generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. 1-8 ASUS P8Z77-M For effective use a more memory on 32-bit Windows OS, when you do any of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB ...DDR3 2200 and above/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at a higher frequency, refer 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, 4GB and ...
... 2nd Generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. 1-8 ASUS P8Z77-M For effective use a more memory on 32-bit Windows OS, when you do any of memory, we recommend that you install 4GB ...DDR3 2200 and above/2000/1800 MHz memory module will run at a higher frequency, refer 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, 4GB and ...
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... the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.8 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. If the installed DIMMs still fail to memory tuning requirement, the... at www.asus.com after turning on a bare or open-case system. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! 1.6...
... the DRAM_LED starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. • Refer to section 1.8 Onboard LEDs for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. If the installed DIMMs still fail to memory tuning requirement, the... at www.asus.com after turning on a bare or open-case system. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes. • Due to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! 1.6...
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.... 4. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system...Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-20 ASUS P8Z77-M The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above ...
.... 4. For system failure due to pins 2-3. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system...Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. 1-20 ASUS P8Z77-M The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above ...
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... sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 2-8 ASUS P8Z77-M Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Pop-up... 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 For changing...
... sections for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings 2-8 ASUS P8Z77-M Refer to configure the BIOS settings. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help Pop-up... 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 For changing...
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...common tCK detected via SPD. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 2-12 ASUS P8Z77-M 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu.... Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : xxxxMHz Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto CPU bus speed Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. F1: General Help F2:...
...common tCK detected via SPD. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 2-12 ASUS P8Z77-M 2.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you installed on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu.... Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Turbo-Mode Speed : xxxxMHz Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto CPU bus speed Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. F1: General Help F2:...
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... to 300.0MHz. Options may appear as below. You can be set a Turbo Ratio for every core activation of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Ai... Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to one single Turbo ratio in OS. [By Per Core (Cannot Adjust...
... to 300.0MHz. Options may appear as below. You can be set a Turbo Ratio for every core activation of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for optimizing the system performance. Target DRAM Speed : xxxxMHz Displays the current DRAM speed. 2.4.1 Ai... Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to one single Turbo ratio in OS. [By Per Core (Cannot Adjust...
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... to adjust the value. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] 2-14 ASUS P8Z77-M Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2.4.2 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for...
... to adjust the value. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] 2-14 ASUS P8Z77-M Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] 2.4.2 OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for...
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...+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. The following percentages to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and...
...+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. The following percentages to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and...
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...] [Extreme] iGPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to adjust CPU power thermal range and extend the overclocking tolerance to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] - Select to Extreme and Manual Mode. Configuration options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] DO NOT... conditions of every component's phase. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to set the Offset voltage. 2-16 ASUS P8Z77-M CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to Manual Mode.
...] [Extreme] iGPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to adjust CPU power thermal range and extend the overclocking tolerance to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] - Select to Extreme and Manual Mode. Configuration options: [Standard] [Optimized] [Extreme] [Manual Adjustment] DO NOT... conditions of every component's phase. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to set the Offset voltage. 2-16 ASUS P8Z77-M CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to Manual Mode.
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... set the CPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode]. [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [-] To offset the voltage by a negative value. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V...
... set the CPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode]. [+] To offset the voltage by a positive value. [-] To offset the voltage by a negative value. Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V...