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... on it another standout in your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LE motherboard! ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-1 Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LE motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Actual product specifications...
... on it another standout in your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LE motherboard! ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-1 Before you for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LE motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of ASUS quality motherboards! Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Welcome! Actual product specifications...
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... for caching function. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it provides your computer to them. ASUS provides extra SATA 6Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current PCIe 2.0. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-3 Chapter 1 * Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 2nd/3rd generation Intel® Core™...
... for caching function. The S/PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it provides your computer to them. ASUS provides extra SATA 6Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current PCIe 2.0. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-3 Chapter 1 * Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 2nd/3rd generation Intel® Core™...
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... its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5 settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is significantly increased up . This tool also provides stability...allows you can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without requiring further interaction. USB BIOS Flashback ...
... its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5 settings in TurboV provides the best O.C. Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is significantly increased up . This tool also provides stability...allows you can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in different scenarios. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without requiring further interaction. USB BIOS Flashback ...
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..., detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. You can choose system performance settings, and drag and drop boot priorities. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-7 New upgrade! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. This utility saves users the cost and hassle ...of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk before entering...
..., detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. You can choose system performance settings, and drag and drop boot priorities. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-7 New upgrade! ASUS EZ-Flash 2 Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. This utility saves users the cost and hassle ...of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk before entering...
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Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-1 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to avoid touching the ICs on them. • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded ...
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DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from a DDR or DDR2 module. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-5
DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 2 2.2.3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from a DDR or DDR2 module. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-5
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...CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above are supported on the O.C. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size A-DATA AX3U2133GC2G9B-DG2(XMP) 2GB CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A2133C9...DS - - 9 1.65V • • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-7 Size SS/ DS G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAFEIH(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS Chip Chip Timing Brand NO...
...CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above are supported on the O.C. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2133MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size A-DATA AX3U2133GC2G9B-DG2(XMP) 2GB CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A2133C9...DS - - 9 1.65V • • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-7 Size SS/ DS G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAFEIH(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) DS Chip Chip Timing Brand NO...
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... DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) Chapter 2 LGA1155 P8Z77-V LE TPU Slot No. PCI slot 3 VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0 / 2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-13
... DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) Chapter 2 LGA1155 P8Z77-V LE TPU Slot No. PCI slot 3 VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0 / 2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-13
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... reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-15 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. You can automatically reset parameter settings to re-enter data. Move the jumper...
... reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-15 The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. You can automatically reset parameter settings to re-enter data. Move the jumper...
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... switch Turning this switch to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU function will use the last setting you have made . 3. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE TPU P8Z77-V LE TPU switch • For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • When ...8226; The TPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to enable or disable the EPU function. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-17 EPU P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE EPU switch • The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable. • If...
... switch Turning this switch to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU function will use the last setting you have made . 3. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE TPU P8Z77-V LE TPU switch • For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • When ...8226; The TPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to enable or disable the EPU function. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-17 EPU P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE EPU switch • The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable. • If...
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... power LED. The green LED lights up to locate the root problem within a second. P8Z77-V LE SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Z77-V LE Onboard LED 2. DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in any motherboard component. P8Z77-V LE DRAM LED P8Z77-V LE DRAM LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-19 Chapter 2 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. This is a reminder that the system is solved...
... power LED. The green LED lights up to locate the root problem within a second. P8Z77-V LE SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Z77-V LE Onboard LED 2. DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in any motherboard component. P8Z77-V LE DRAM LED P8Z77-V LE DRAM LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-19 Chapter 2 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs 1. This is a reminder that the system is solved...
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... Mode]. GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 P8Z77-V LE SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. 2.2.8 Internal ...COM1) This connector is purchased separately. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE Serial port (COM1) connector The serial port bracket (COM1) module is for details. • You... connect to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for a serial (COM) port. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-21
... Mode]. GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 P8Z77-V LE SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. 2.2.8 Internal ...COM1) This connector is purchased separately. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE Serial port (COM1) connector The serial port bracket (COM1) module is for details. • You... connect to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for a serial (COM) port. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-21
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..., CHA_FAN1/2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert+ feature. 5. These are not jumpers! CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND P8Z77-V LE CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN CHA ... • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LE Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Do ... connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-23
..., CHA_FAN1/2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert+ feature. 5. These are not jumpers! CPU FAN PWM CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWR GND CHA FAN PWM CHA FAN IN CHA FAN PWR GND P8Z77-V LE CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN CHA ... • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LE Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Do ... connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-23
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...and provides a minimum power of 450 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC P8Z77-V LE GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND PIN 1 +5 Volts GND +5 ... devices. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1 [navy blue]) This connector connects to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-25 9. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
...and provides a minimum power of 450 W. • Do not forget to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. EATX12V EATXPWR +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC P8Z77-V LE GND GND GND GND +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND PIN 1 +5 Volts GND +5 ... devices. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1 [navy blue]) This connector connects to section 3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-25 9. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
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Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-27
Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-27
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-31
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-31
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The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-33 2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only.
The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-33 2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only.
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2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install the system panel connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-37
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install the system panel connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 AAFP To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-37
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... on the next page for your USB 3.0 devices. • This motherboard comes with DVI-I /O ports** 7. ASMedia USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode 8. Intel USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. You can connect two monitors to any two of the onboard VGA, DVI-D, HDMI and DisplayPort ports... ports 5. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. The bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+. 8. HDMI port 10. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 4. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-39
... on the next page for your USB 3.0 devices. • This motherboard comes with DVI-I /O ports** 7. ASMedia USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode 8. Intel USB 3.0 ports 3 and 4, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. You can connect two monitors to any two of the onboard VGA, DVI-D, HDMI and DisplayPort ports... ports 5. Intel® LAN (RJ-45) port* 6. The bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+. 8. HDMI port 10. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 4. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-39
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Chapter 2 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-41
Chapter 2 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-41