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... 3-25 3.6 Monitor menu 3-26 3.7 Boot menu 3-29 3.8 Tools menu 3-31 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-31 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-31 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-32 3.9 Exit menu 3-33 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-34 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-34 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-37 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-38 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-39 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD...
... 3-25 3.6 Monitor menu 3-26 3.7 Boot menu 3-29 3.8 Tools menu 3-31 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-31 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-31 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-32 3.9 Exit menu 3-33 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-34 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-34 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-37 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-38 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-39 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD...
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... Intel® Smart Connect Technology 4-27 4.5 RAID configurations 4-30 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-30 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-31 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-31 4.5.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-31 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-35 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ...ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 Setting up your display 5-5 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-6 Appendices...A-1 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-2
... Intel® Smart Connect Technology 4-27 4.5 RAID configurations 4-30 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-30 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-31 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-31 4.5.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-31 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-35 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS ...ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 Setting up your display 5-5 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-6 Appendices...A-1 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-2
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...you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches..., jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. vii It includes ...
...you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches..., jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. vii It includes ...
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... x 1200 @60Hz - Supports RGB with the PCIe x1_1 slot and PCIe x1_2 slot. P8Z77-V LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® ...technology 2.0* * The 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 2048 x 1536 @75Hz - ... max.resolution up to 2560 x 1600 @60Hz - Supports HDMI with max.resolution up to www.asus.com for details. Please refer to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - Supports DVI with max. resolution up...
... x 1200 @60Hz - Supports RGB with the PCIe x1_1 slot and PCIe x1_2 slot. P8Z77-V LE specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® ...technology 2.0* * The 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 2048 x 1536 @75Hz - ... max.resolution up to 2560 x 1600 @60Hz - Supports HDMI with max.resolution up to www.asus.com for details. Please refer to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - Supports DVI with max. resolution up...
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P8Z77-V LE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS ESD - 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS AI Suite II...
P8Z77-V LE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS ESD - 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS AI Suite II...
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...embeded 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... EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x MemOK! P8Z77-V LE 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...
...embeded 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... EATX Power connector 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x MemOK! P8Z77-V LE 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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...the power supply connected. beginners can be pre-scheduled to run in use . 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with iGPU Level Up! ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5 This easy OC tool allows you can regularly check for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without... requiring further interaction. With its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you to update new UEFI BIOS versions, even without ...
...the power supply connected. beginners can be pre-scheduled to run in use . 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost Faster USB 3.0 Transmission with iGPU Level Up! ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5 This easy OC tool allows you can regularly check for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without... requiring further interaction. With its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs. Moreover, you to update new UEFI BIOS versions, even without ...
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... Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for the ultimate overclocking configuration. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to achieve a ...quiet and cool environment. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Get your screen. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to ...
... Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo for the ultimate overclocking configuration. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. eliminates the need to achieve a ...quiet and cool environment. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. Get your screen. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to ...
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... flash disk before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-7 Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for accessing memory information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with native...
... flash disk before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-7 Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for accessing memory information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with native...
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...EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) ESATA6G USB3_34 LAN_USB3_12 7 MemOK! DRAM_LED 8 2 AUDIO RTL 8111F ASM 1042 CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power P8Z77-V LE PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 TPU USB3_56 Intel® Z77 Marvell® PCIe SATA 6Gb/s Controller Super I/O ALC 892 AAFP PCIEX16_2 TB_Header PCI2 ASM 1314 ASM... 1083 PCI3 SPDIF_OUT COM1 TPU_LED USB910 TPU USB78 USB56 USB34 23 22 21 20 19 18 SB_PWR BIOS_FLBK FLBK_LED 64Mb BIOS CLRTC PANEL 17 16 15 9 10 11 12 13 14 Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors and 2.3.9 Rear panel connection for more information ...
...EATXPWR 30.5cm(12.0in) ESATA6G USB3_34 LAN_USB3_12 7 MemOK! DRAM_LED 8 2 AUDIO RTL 8111F ASM 1042 CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power P8Z77-V LE PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 TPU USB3_56 Intel® Z77 Marvell® PCIe SATA 6Gb/s Controller Super I/O ALC 892 AAFP PCIEX16_2 TB_Header PCI2 ASM 1314 ASM... 1083 PCI3 SPDIF_OUT COM1 TPU_LED USB910 TPU USB78 USB56 USB34 23 22 21 20 19 18 SB_PWR BIOS_FLBK FLBK_LED 64Mb BIOS CLRTC PANEL 17 16 15 9 10 11 12 13 14 Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors and 2.3.9 Rear panel connection for more information ...
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...Supports two (2) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots 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.... settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists...
...Supports two (2) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots 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.... settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists...
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P8Z77-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC ...BIOS setup to overclocking. For system failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. You can automatically reset parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LE...Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and 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....
P8Z77-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC ...BIOS setup to overclocking. For system failure due to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. You can automatically reset parameter settings to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LE...Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and 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....
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...will appear 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. MemOK! P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE MemOK! Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! It takes... about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the...
...will appear 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. MemOK! P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE MemOK! Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! It takes... about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the...
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However, the system will use the last setting you have made . ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-17 TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the TurboV and ... same time. EPU switch This switch allows you change the EPU settings in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 2. 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...
However, the system will use the last setting you have made . ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-17 TPU (GPU Boost) switch Turning this switch to Enable will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may use the TurboV and ... same time. EPU switch This switch allows you change the EPU settings in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 2. 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...
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...the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed. 6. BIOS-FLBK switch The BIOS Flashback buttton offers the most convenient way to flash. 5. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. The Flashback function is the case, please restart the ... to a USB portable disk, and place it to enter their existing BIOS or operating system. P8Z77-V LE BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE BIOS_FLBK 1. In case of ESATA6G_USB3_34 connector in a USB storage and press the BIOS Flashback button for five seconds and turns into the bottom port of interruption...
...the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed. 6. BIOS-FLBK switch The BIOS Flashback buttton offers the most convenient way to flash. 5. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. The Flashback function is the case, please restart the ... to a USB portable disk, and place it to enter their existing BIOS or operating system. P8Z77-V LE BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE BIOS_FLBK 1. In case of ESATA6G_USB3_34 connector in a USB storage and press the BIOS Flashback button for five seconds and turns into the bottom port of interruption...
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TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE TPU LED TPU_LED 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE FLBK LED 4. EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE EPU LED 5. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is enabled. 4.
TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is turned to Enable. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE TPU LED TPU_LED 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE FLBK LED 4. EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE EPU LED 5. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is enabled. 4.
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... configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for a serial (COM) port. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set... 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 connectors 1. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-21 COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE Serial port (COM1) connector The ...
... configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for a serial (COM) port. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are set... 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 connectors 1. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-21 COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE Serial port (COM1) connector The ...
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...22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect one end of the system chassis. By default, this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. 3. The USB module cable is set to [HD Audio]; if you want to connect an AC'97 front panel ...1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8Z77-V LE Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports up to this connector is purchased separately. 4. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) ...
...22 Chapter 2: Hardware information Connect one end of the system chassis. By default, this connector, set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. 3. The USB module cable is set to [HD Audio]; if you want to connect an AC'97 front panel ...1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant Legacy AC'97 pin definition compliant definition P8Z77-V LE Front panel audio connector • We recommend that supports up to this connector is purchased separately. 4. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) ...
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P8Z77-V LE USB3_56 P8Z77-V LE USB3.0 Front panel connector You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this USB 3.0...Chapter 2: Hardware information If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is [AHCI Mode]. If you are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS is available from your system chassis, with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and ...
P8Z77-V LE USB3_56 P8Z77-V LE USB3.0 Front panel connector You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this USB 3.0...Chapter 2: Hardware information If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is [AHCI Mode]. If you are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS is available from your system chassis, with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and ...
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... Volts +3 Volts P8Z77-V LE EATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you are designed to fit these connectors in the BIOS to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may...) and provides a minimum power of 450 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-25 The power supply plugs are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for details. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the...
... Volts +3 Volts P8Z77-V LE EATX power connectors • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that you are designed to fit these connectors in the BIOS to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. The system may...) and provides a minimum power of 450 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-25 The power supply plugs are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for details. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the...