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... Information 3-33 3.9 Exit menu...3-34 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-35 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-35 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-38 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-39 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-40 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 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 ...
... Information 3-33 3.9 Exit menu...3-34 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-35 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-35 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-38 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-39 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-40 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 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 ...
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...Ai Charger 4-16 4.3.9 USB Charger 4-17 4.3.10 USB 3.0 Boost 4-19 4.3.11 Network iControl 4-20 4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-24 4.3.13 MyLogo2 4-26 4.3.14 Audio configurations 4-28 4.4 Introduction to Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness ... Connect Technology 4-38 4.5 RAID configurations 4-41 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-41 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-42 4.5.3 4.5.4 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-42 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-42 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-46 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the...
...Ai Charger 4-16 4.3.9 USB Charger 4-17 4.3.10 USB 3.0 Boost 4-19 4.3.11 Network iControl 4-20 4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-24 4.3.13 MyLogo2 4-26 4.3.14 Audio configurations 4-28 4.4 Introduction to Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness ... Connect Technology 4-38 4.5 RAID configurations 4-41 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-41 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-42 4.5.3 4.5.4 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-42 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-42 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-46 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the...
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... have to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package... Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added ...
... have to perform when installing system components. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the standard package... Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added ...
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...60Hz - Supports DVI with the PCIe x1_1 and PCIe x1_2 slots. The default setting is subject to www.asus.com for details. Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200...with max. at x8 / x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot [black] (max. P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / ...Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) ix Go to the BIOS setup to change the settings. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to the physical ...
...60Hz - Supports DVI with the PCIe x1_1 and PCIe x1_2 slots. The default setting is subject to www.asus.com for details. Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200...with max. at x8 / x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot [black] (max. P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / ...Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the next page) ix Go to the BIOS setup to change the settings. (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to the physical ...
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... interface - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for all smart devices - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Slot Precision Tweaker 2 - vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control - ASUS ESD - 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - iGPU: 127-step iGPU voltage control - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS TPU - ASUS Anti Surge Protection - ASUS USB...
... interface - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for all smart devices - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS Q-Slot Precision Tweaker 2 - vPCH: 190-step Chipset voltage control - ASUS ESD - 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - iGPU: 127-step iGPU voltage control - P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS TPU - ASUS Anti Surge Protection - ASUS USB...
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... with GPU switch) 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, 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... Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x MemOK! P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x Optical...
... with GPU switch) 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, 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... Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x MemOK! P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x Optical...
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.... GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to update new UEFI BIOS versions even without the need for extreme graphics performance. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments...
.... GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to update new UEFI BIOS versions even without the need for extreme graphics performance. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5 This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments...
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... the RTC data. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to overclocking failure. This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for All Smart Devices With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your smart devices such...time period to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Auto PPPoE network connection...
... the RTC data. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to overclocking failure. This all the exclusive ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for All Smart Devices With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your smart devices such...time period to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. Auto PPPoE network connection...
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... situations. New upgrade! F3 Shortcut for enhanced system control - CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fan Xpert+ ASUS Fan Xpert+ intelligently allows you to enhance your PC's loading. F12...
... situations. New upgrade! F3 Shortcut for enhanced system control - CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-7 Chapter 1 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. Fan Xpert+ ASUS Fan Xpert+ intelligently allows you to enhance your PC's loading. F12...
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...-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power P8Z77-V LE PLUS PCIEX16_1 USB3_34 11 ASM 1042 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 Intel® Z77 Marvell® PCIe SATA 6.0Gb/s controller SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA6G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_2 Super... I/O ALC 889 AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCIEX16_3 SPDIF_OUT COM1 USB910 23 22 21 ASM 1083 ASM AI 1314 64Mb BIOS TPU USB78 USB56 FLBK_LED USB34 CLRTC BIOS_FLBK PANEL SB_PWR SATA6G_E1 20 19 18 17 16 12 13 14 15 Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors...
...-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power P8Z77-V LE PLUS PCIEX16_1 USB3_34 11 ASM 1042 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 Intel® Z77 Marvell® PCIe SATA 6.0Gb/s controller SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1 SATA6G_1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_2 SATA6G_2 Super... I/O ALC 889 AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCIEX16_3 SPDIF_OUT COM1 USB910 23 22 21 ASM 1083 ASM AI 1314 64Mb BIOS TPU USB78 USB56 FLBK_LED USB34 CLRTC BIOS_FLBK PANEL SB_PWR SATA6G_E1 20 19 18 17 16 12 13 14 15 Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors...
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... (FLBK_LED) 17. button 11. BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) 20. TPU LED (TPU_LED) 7. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) 14. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 22. ... connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-25 2-27 2-21 2-18 2-17 2-21 2-4 2-5 2-20 2-16 2-26 2-27 2-22 2-23 2-20 2-21 2-15 2-28 2-19 2-24 2-26 2-24 2-25 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. EPU switch 5. TPU switch 6. Intel® CPU socket 8. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 19. DDR3 DIMM...
... (FLBK_LED) 17. button 11. BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) 20. TPU LED (TPU_LED) 7. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) 14. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 22. ... connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-25 2-27 2-21 2-18 2-17 2-21 2-4 2-5 2-20 2-16 2-26 2-27 2-22 2-23 2-20 2-21 2-15 2-28 2-19 2-24 2-26 2-24 2-25 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-3 ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. EPU switch 5. TPU switch 6. Intel® CPU socket 8. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 19. DDR3 DIMM...
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settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.... • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. or D.O.C.P. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) ...
settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function.... • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel memory configuration. Size SS/ Chip Chip NO. or D.O.C.P. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) ...
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... button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. For system failure due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to pins 1-2. 3. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.... clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to re-enter data. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system ...
... button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. For system failure due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. You can automatically reset parameter settings to pins 1-2. 3. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.... clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to re-enter data. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-15 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not need to clear the RTC when the system ...
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...BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS...tune performance when working on the computer. MemOK! switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes...latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK!
...BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are incompatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS...tune performance when working on the computer. MemOK! switch to boot and load BIOS default settings. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED increases, indicating different test processes...latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK!
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...TPU function will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 2. TPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost switch • To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the...to Enable will automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you have made. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-17 Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable.
...TPU function will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 2. TPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost switch • To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the...to Enable will automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED. • If you have made. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-17 Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable.
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... next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the EPU application, change the BIOS settings, and enable the EPU function at the same time. Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information EPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is...
... next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the EPU application, change the BIOS settings, and enable the EPU function at the same time. Chapter 2 2-18 Chapter 2: Hardware information EPU Boost P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is...
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... will begin to reboot, please contact the local service station for 3 seconds, and the light will be caused by: 1. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for help. Improper installation of ESATA6G_USB3_12 connector in file format. P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. In case of the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed...
... will begin to reboot, please contact the local service station for 3 seconds, and the light will be caused by: 1. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-19 Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for help. Improper installation of ESATA6G_USB3_12 connector in file format. P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. In case of the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed...
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EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost LED 5. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback LED 4. TPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-21 3. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is enabled. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable.
EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost LED 5. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback LED 4. TPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-21 3. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is enabled. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable.
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...before using NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors ...are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection in the BIOS to [AHCI]. Refer to [AHCI] by default. Intel...
...before using NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors ...are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection in the BIOS to [AHCI]. Refer to [AHCI] by default. Intel...
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...RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available... set, refer to section 4.5 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [AHCI] by default. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using NCQ, set to [AHCI]. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-23
...RSATA_RXN4 RSATA_RXP4 GND GND RSATA_TXP3 RSATA_TXN3 GND RSATA_RXN3 RSATA_RXP3 GND P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors Chapter 2 • These connectors are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available... set, refer to section 4.5 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the BIOS to [AHCI] by default. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using NCQ, set to [AHCI]. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-23