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... power utility DRAM Power - Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - P8Z77-V LE specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 4 x ...iGPU) - Industry leading digital 8-phase power design (6-phase for CPU, 2-phase for superior CPU/iGPU/DRAM overclocking performance with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel Jack-...
... power utility DRAM Power - Realtek® 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC892 8-channel High Definition Audio CODEC - P8Z77-V LE specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 4 x ...iGPU) - Industry leading digital 8-phase power design (6-phase for CPU, 2-phase for superior CPU/iGPU/DRAM overclocking performance with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - BD Audio Layer Content Protection - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel Jack-...
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...-step system agent voltge control - vDRAM Bus: 187-step Memory voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xi P8Z77-V LE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS Anti Surge Protection - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heat-sink & MOS Heatsink solution - vCPU_PLL: 1-step CPU & PCH...
...-step system agent voltge control - vDRAM Bus: 187-step Memory voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) (continued on the next page) xi P8Z77-V LE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support - ASUS Anti Surge Protection - ASUS Fanless Design: Stylish Heat-sink & MOS Heatsink solution - vCPU_PLL: 1-step CPU & PCH...
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...your performance with new SMART DIGI+ power control, which works with New DIGI+ Power Control The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - Smart DIGI+ Technology Get incredible performance increases with the user-friendly AI Suite II utility. CPU Power Wattage... cut in TPU frequency up to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for optimized performance in CPU overclocking performance. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV ...
...your performance with new SMART DIGI+ power control, which works with New DIGI+ Power Control The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - Smart DIGI+ Technology Get incredible performance increases with the user-friendly AI Suite II utility. CPU Power Wattage... cut in TPU frequency up to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for optimized performance in CPU overclocking performance. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV ...
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...data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without exiting or rebooting the OS; ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5 GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. It allows users to overclock without the need for extreme graphics performance. This tool also provides stability testing...This easy OC tool allows you can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with the power supply connected. Network iControl Real-time Network Bandwidth Control With a single-click on downloads. Chapter 1 ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush ...
...data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without exiting or rebooting the OS; ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5 GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for any user interaction. It allows users to overclock without the need for extreme graphics performance. This tool also provides stability testing...This easy OC tool allows you can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with the power supply connected. Network iControl Real-time Network Bandwidth Control With a single-click on downloads. Chapter 1 ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush ...
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..., and more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. AI Suite II One-stop Access to switch back and forth between different utilities. eliminates the need to Innovative ASUS Features With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo...All Smart Devices With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your system boot success. Get your system up to overclocking failure. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate...
..., and more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. AI Suite II One-stop Access to switch back and forth between different utilities. eliminates the need to Innovative ASUS Features With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates ASUS features into a 256-color boot logo...All Smart Devices With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your system boot success. Get your system up to overclocking failure. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate...
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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 A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. 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.
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 A DDR3 module is notched differently from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. 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.
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...a more details, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing DS Brand NO.... compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Chapter 2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets....
...a more details, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for the OS can be about 3GB or less. Visit the ASUS website for the dual-channel configuration. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing DS Brand NO.... compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the higher-sized channel is recommended to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Chapter 2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non‑ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets....
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... RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-15 P8Z77-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase ...on CLRTC jumper default position. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds,...
... RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. Shut down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-15 P8Z77-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase ...on CLRTC jumper default position. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5-10 seconds,...
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...system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is tested. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to ...motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to boot...
...system loads and tests failsafe memory settings. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is tested. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to ...motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! switch to fine-tune performance when working on the ASUS website at www.asus.com after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Chapter 2 2.2.6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to boot...
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It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having 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. Save it in a USB storage and press the BIOS Flashback button for the ultimate ...convenience! Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds, and the light will be caused by: 1. This may have risks. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS...
It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having 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. Save it in a USB storage and press the BIOS Flashback button for the ultimate ...convenience! Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds, and the light will be caused by: 1. This may have risks. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS...
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...to use as their operating system. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you to run ...the bluetooth devices. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for reference purposes only, and may result to instability or failure to restart the system. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-1 Otherwise, POST continues with the opportunity to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that goes...
...to use as their operating system. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you to run ...the bluetooth devices. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for reference purposes only, and may result to instability or failure to restart the system. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-1 Otherwise, POST continues with the opportunity to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that goes...
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...For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-3 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields UEFI...end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan ...
...For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-3 To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields UEFI...end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan ...
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... Mode Exit Chapter 3 Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Speed : 3400MHz Target DRAM Speed : 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ration mode Auto Memory Frequency ...Opt. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values ... F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen ASUS P8Z77-V LE Version 2.10.1208.
... Mode Exit Chapter 3 Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Target CPU Speed : 3400MHz Target DRAM Speed : 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ration mode Auto Memory Frequency ...Opt. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values ... F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen ASUS P8Z77-V LE Version 2.10.1208.
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... the Trubo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings. [By Per Core] All numbers of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings for the system. Use the and keys to [Synchromization]. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you.... The values range from 80.0MHz to adjust the value. Use the and keys to the default setting. You can be set overclocking parameters. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PCIE Frequency item settings. Allows you to individually set to achieve the desired CPU internal...
... the Trubo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings. [By Per Core] All numbers of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings for the system. Use the and keys to [Synchromization]. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you.... The values range from 80.0MHz to adjust the value. Use the and keys to the default setting. You can be set overclocking parameters. The configuration options vary with the BCLK/PCIE Frequency item settings. Allows you to individually set to achieve the desired CPU internal...
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... value. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-9 iGPU Max. EPU Power Saving MODE [Disabled] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use the and keys to your CPU model. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency...
... value. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-9 iGPU Max. EPU Power Saving MODE [Disabled] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use the and keys to your CPU model. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency...
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... Control 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. Chapter 3 CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response, and the thermal component. CPU...
... Control 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. Chapter 3 CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response, and the thermal component. CPU...
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Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for an extreme overclocking. The thermal conditions should be monitored. iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to set the iGPU Load-line ... options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM Voltage Frequency automatically or manually. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-11 CPU Power Response Control [Auto] The DIG+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for the CPU. Configuration options:...
Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for an extreme overclocking. The thermal conditions should be monitored. iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to set the iGPU Load-line ... options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DRAM Voltage Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM Voltage Frequency automatically or manually. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-11 CPU Power Response Control [Auto] The DIG+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for the CPU. Configuration options:...
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... PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 2.135V with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. According to work stably under high voltage settings. The values range from 0.735V to... risk levels of high voltage settings. • The system may damage the CPU permanently. The values range from 1.20V to [Enabled] for EMI control. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-13
... PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 2.135V with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. According to work stably under high voltage settings. The values range from 0.735V to... risk levels of high voltage settings. • The system may damage the CPU permanently. The values range from 1.20V to [Enabled] for EMI control. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-13
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... to restore all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Click to...
... to restore all changes made in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Use the Save Profile function to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings. Refer to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts. Click to...
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...1. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. 4. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent... overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of your CPU model. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support...
...1. Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast. 2. 4. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent... overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of your CPU model. Chapter 4 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support...