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... 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-18 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-19 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-21 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-22...ASUS Drive Xpert 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 iv ASUS O.C. ASUS...
... 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu 3-18 3.5.1 CPU Configuration 3-19 3.5.2 PCH Configuration 3-21 3.5.3 SATA Configuration 3-22...ASUS Drive Xpert 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 iv ASUS O.C. ASUS...
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... HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort/HDMI port Supports DisplayPort 1.1a with max. resolution of 2560 x 1600 @60Hz Supports HDMI 1.4a with max. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for...3-Way/Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology (with 2 PCIex16 graphics card) Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology* *LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating systems. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB,...
... HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort/HDMI port Supports DisplayPort 1.1a with max. resolution of 2560 x 1600 @60Hz Supports HDMI 1.4a with max. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for...3-Way/Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology (with 2 PCIex16 graphics card) Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology* *LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating systems. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB,...
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...-Fi Engine for superior CPU/iGPU/ DRAM overclocking performance with V1.01.00 or later) - Function: DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer, Capture & Send (available with one switch. - USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - quickly...
...-Fi Engine for superior CPU/iGPU/ DRAM overclocking performance with V1.01.00 or later) - Function: DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer, Capture & Send (available with one switch. - USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - quickly...
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..., 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-DIMM - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x BT4 connector for optimized speed control - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Tuner - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-Code - P8Z77-V DELUXE...
..., 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Shield - ASUS Q-DIMM - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x BT4 connector for optimized speed control - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Tuner - ASUS Q-Slot - ASUS Q-Code - P8Z77-V DELUXE...
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P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (2 x gray; 2 x navy blue) 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (blue) 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 1 x CPU..., ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update...
P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 4 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (2 x gray; 2 x navy blue) 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (blue) 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 1 x CPU..., ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update...
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... cut in diverse situations. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. With the support for optimized performance in half! This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product... Introduction Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you can adjust CPU ratios manually in CPU overclocking performance. When ...
... cut in diverse situations. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for the CPU, iGPU and DRAM. With the support for optimized performance in half! This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product... Introduction Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you can adjust CPU ratios manually in CPU overclocking performance. When ...
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...of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Upgraded with exclusive automatic fan speed detection, which scans each CPU and chassis fan, with the Fan Auto Tuning mode, it enables tailored fan speed settings for motherboard users, but also the ... features 0-dB thermal solution that offers you an extremely silent and cooling experience with selectable modes and native support for an even cooler and quieter computing environment. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 1-7 Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for each fan to near 0dB with highly specific...
...of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Upgraded with exclusive automatic fan speed detection, which scans each CPU and chassis fan, with the Fan Auto Tuning mode, it enables tailored fan speed settings for motherboard users, but also the ... features 0-dB thermal solution that offers you an extremely silent and cooling experience with selectable modes and native support for an even cooler and quieter computing environment. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 1-7 Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for each fan to near 0dB with highly specific...
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... state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. margin of the following: - P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2600(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.skill Team Part No. The system maps the total size of ...runs ay DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Timing DIMM socket support (Optional) Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM F3-20800CL10-16GBZMD(XMP) 16GB(4x4GB)...
... state, some memory modules for the dual-channel configuration. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. margin of the following: - P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2600(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors G.skill Team Part No. The system maps the total size of ...runs ay DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Timing DIMM socket support (Optional) Voltage 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM F3-20800CL10-16GBZMD(XMP) 16GB(4x4GB)...
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...; DS - - however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-7 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2500(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DIMM socket support Size SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200(O.C.)...(2x2GB) 8GB(2x4GB) 4G(2x2G) 4GB(2x2GB) SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. DS - - margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above /2000/1800 MHz memory module runs ay DDR3 2133/1866...
...; DS - - however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-7 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2500(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. DIMM socket support Size SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200(O.C.)...(2x2GB) 8GB(2x4GB) 4G(2x2G) 4GB(2x2GB) SS/ Chip Chip DS Brand NO. DS - - margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above /2000/1800 MHz memory module runs ay DDR3 2133/1866...
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...black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1/2/3/4 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the ...motherboard components. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. ...
...black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1/2/3/4 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert 2 feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the ...motherboard components. Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the fan connectors! • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the connector. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. ...
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... range from 80.0MHz to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] Turbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set to [Manual], the following two items appear only when you set the profiles supported by your memory modules for every core-activation .../PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to adjust the value. Use the and keys to enhance the system performance. mode supported by your memory module. Select any of a full unlocked CPU manually. eXtreme Memory Profile This item appears only when...
... range from 80.0MHz to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] Turbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set to [Manual], the following two items appear only when you set the profiles supported by your memory modules for every core-activation .../PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to adjust the value. Use the and keys to enhance the system performance. mode supported by your memory module. Select any of a full unlocked CPU manually. eXtreme Memory Profile This item appears only when...
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Probe] - Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for an extreme overclocking. Apply a higher value for extra power support. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] DO NOT remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS...
Probe] - Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for an extreme overclocking. Apply a higher value for extra power support. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] DO NOT remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS...
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...Cache L1 Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 3300 MHz 306a8 7 32 kB x 2 32 kB x 2 256 kB x 2 6144 kB 4 Not Supported 16-33 33 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Active Processor Cores All ... Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to the CPU you installed. UEFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 3-19 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in this screen may be different ...
...Cache L1 Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 3300 MHz 306a8 7 32 kB x 2 32 kB x 2 256 kB x 2 6144 kB 4 Not Supported 16-33 33 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Active Processor Cores All ... Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to the CPU you installed. UEFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 3-19 Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in this screen may be different ...
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..., enabling one system to OS. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] This item appears only when you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled.... Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition. CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function.
..., enabling one system to OS. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] This item appears only when you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled.... Turbo Mode [Enabled] Allows you to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition. CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function.
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... Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Chassis4 Fan Profile Standard CPU Voltage +1.186 V 3.3V Voltage +3.312 V 5V Voltage +5.080 V 12V Voltage +12.192 V Anti Surge Support Enabled →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. UEFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 3-31 F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized...
... Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Chassis4 Fan Profile Standard CPU Voltage +1.186 V 3.3V Voltage +3.312 V 5V Voltage +5.080 V 12V Voltage +12.192 V Anti Surge Support Enabled →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. UEFI BIOS Utility - Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 3-31 F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized...
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Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you do not want to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Select Ignore if you to detect this item. CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you do not want to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Select Ignore if you to detect this item. CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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...Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to open the AI Suite II main menu bar. Click the icon to the Auto ...Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 4-3 Installing AI Suite II To install AI ...
...Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to open the AI Suite II main menu bar. Click the icon to the Auto ...Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). The actual screenshots vary with models. • Refer to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 4-3 Installing AI Suite II To install AI ...
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... takes effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as a new profile Voltage Adjustment bars...
... takes effect in real-time without applying Applies all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as a new profile Voltage Adjustment bars...
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...settings Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • ...prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for the best graphics performance. 1. Click the Auto Tuning tab... Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
...settings Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • ...prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for the best graphics performance. 1. Click the Auto Tuning tab... Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
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... PowerControl allows you to adjust the VRM voltage and frequency modulation to achieve the best digital power saving mode. OC Now! Adjusts the CPU ratio in TurboV EVO. It also provides profile settings to achieve the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to adjust the power control ...settings. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ Power Control by clicking Tool > DIGI+ Power Control on the next startup. • Only Intel® 3rd generation ...
... PowerControl allows you to adjust the VRM voltage and frequency modulation to achieve the best digital power saving mode. OC Now! Adjusts the CPU ratio in TurboV EVO. It also provides profile settings to achieve the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to adjust the power control ...settings. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ Power Control by clicking Tool > DIGI+ Power Control on the next startup. • Only Intel® 3rd generation ...