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... guide...vii P8Z77-V LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-6 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ...heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-30 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-32 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-33 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-35 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-36 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-37 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation ...
... guide...vii P8Z77-V LE specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-6 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ...heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-30 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-32 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-33 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-35 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-36 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-37 2.3.9 Expansion Card installation ...
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... 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 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 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power ... Devices Configuration 3-22 3.5.7 APM 3-24 3.5.8 Network Stack 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...
... 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 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 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power ... Devices Configuration 3-22 3.5.7 APM 3-24 3.5.8 Network Stack 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...
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... package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Do not place the product in your area. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you detect any area where it by yourself. If you add a device. • Before connecting...with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. vi Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard...
... package. • Before using an adapter or extension cord. Do not place the product in your area. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you detect any area where it by yourself. If you add a device. • Before connecting...with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. vi Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard...
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... DIGI+ - Smart DIGI+ Key - Support 192khz/24bit BD lossless sound - Industry leading ditital 2-phase DRAM power design - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode* - 2 x USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports at back panel) ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - 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...
... DIGI+ - Smart DIGI+ Key - Support 192khz/24bit BD lossless sound - Industry leading ditital 2-phase DRAM power design - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode* - 2 x USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports at back panel) ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - 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...
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P8Z77-V LE specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories... USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) * Specifications are subject to change without ... (blue) 1 x COM port connector 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin) 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header 24-pin EATX...
P8Z77-V LE specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories... USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 8-channel audio I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 9.6" (30.5cm x 24.4cm) * Specifications are subject to change without ... (blue) 1 x COM port connector 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin) 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (4-pin) 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out Header 24-pin EATX...
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...total. The dualchannel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance. * Due to the behavior of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 4X faster than USB 2.0.... utilizing serial point-to high speed connectivity. The P8Z77-V LE affords greater convenience to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of CrossFireX™. Moreover,...
...total. The dualchannel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance. * Due to the behavior of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 4X faster than USB 2.0.... utilizing serial point-to high speed connectivity. The P8Z77-V LE affords greater convenience to -point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability. Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of CrossFireX™. Moreover,...
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...converting it provides your computer to quickly resume from a lowe-power hibernate state in x16 mode). Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is supported by Intel® 3rd generation CoreTM processors. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-3 ASUS provides extra SATA 6Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data...seconds. PCIe 3.0 speed is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. It is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for applications to update and sync with fresh content for caching function. The capacity of Line-in sleep mode. Extra SATA...
...converting it provides your computer to quickly resume from a lowe-power hibernate state in x16 mode). Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is supported by Intel® 3rd generation CoreTM processors. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-3 ASUS provides extra SATA 6Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data...seconds. PCIe 3.0 speed is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller. It is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for applications to update and sync with fresh content for caching function. The capacity of Line-in sleep mode. Extra SATA...
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... thermal capacity. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3.1 with New DIGI+ Power Control The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you can adjust CPU ratios manually in the TPU and ... speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for the next generation Intel® VRD 12.5 power design, ASUS once again leaps to 85% CPU O.C. With the support for optimized performance in TPU frequency up to give an exceptional...
... thermal capacity. 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3.1 with New DIGI+ Power Control The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you can adjust CPU ratios manually in the TPU and ... speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for the next generation Intel® VRD 12.5 power design, ASUS once again leaps to 85% CPU O.C. With the support for optimized performance in TPU frequency up to give an exceptional...
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...BIOS Flashback button for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. Network iControl Real-time Network Bandwidth Control With a single-click on downloads. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5 Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with iGPU Level Up! This easy OC tool allows you can be pre-scheduled...connection provides a one-step setup for every use has its new complementary Windows® application, users can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with the power supply connected. Chapter 1 ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. Even O.C.
...BIOS Flashback button for UEFI BIOS updates, and downloads the latest BIOS automatically. Network iControl Real-time Network Bandwidth Control With a single-click on downloads. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5 Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with iGPU Level Up! This easy OC tool allows you can be pre-scheduled...connection provides a one-step setup for every use has its new complementary Windows® application, users can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with the power supply connected. Chapter 1 ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. Even O.C.
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... the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Any Memory is powered off, in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of a button to overclocking failure. AI Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative...to use software package. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to achieve the most precise setting for a more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to switch back and forth between different utilities. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the ...
... the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Any Memory is powered off, in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of a button to overclocking failure. AI Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative...to use software package. Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to achieve the most precise setting for a more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. ASUS MyLogo2™ This feature allows you to switch back and forth between different utilities. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the ...
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... saves users the cost and hassle of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Quick and easy information for most accessed information - ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information for complete insight. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-7 Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling...
... saves users the cost and hassle of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Quick and easy information for most accessed information - ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information for complete insight. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-7 Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling...
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...more environmentally-friendly. HDMI Support Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home-Theater Entertainment High Definition Multimedia Surface (HDMI) is not required, power consumption goes automatically down to 60% beyond its original performance. Designed for full HD 1080p visuals through the connected DisplayPort 1.1a...8482; processor family DisplayPort 1.1a Support DisplayPort is in regards to the best available graphics resource, based on power, performance, and system load. For users searching for Blu-ray discs. Also, it perfectly combines the performance of discrete graphic ...
...more environmentally-friendly. HDMI Support Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home-Theater Entertainment High Definition Multimedia Surface (HDMI) is not required, power consumption goes automatically down to 60% beyond its original performance. Designed for full HD 1080p visuals through the connected DisplayPort 1.1a...8482; processor family DisplayPort 1.1a Support DisplayPort is in regards to the best available graphics resource, based on power, performance, and system load. For users searching for Blu-ray discs. Also, it perfectly combines the performance of discrete graphic ...
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...touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any component. • Before handling... components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the...
...touching the ICs on them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any component. • Before handling... components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them . • Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the...
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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 ...
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 ...
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.../removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes ... socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter ...
.../removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes ... socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that the PnP cap is on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter ...
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... injury and damage motherboard components. Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 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. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 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
... injury and damage motherboard components. Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. DDR3 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 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. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 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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..., use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for details. See pagg 2-23...
..., use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for details. See pagg 2-23...
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...system passwords. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. For system failure due to pins 2-3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system so the...for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. P8Z77-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-15 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • ...
...system passwords. You can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer. 4. For system failure due to pins 2-3. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS. Hold down and reboot the system so the...for about 5-10 seconds, then move the jumper again to overclocking. P8Z77-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-15 Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • ...
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...is not properly installed. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. switch Installing DIMMs that you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system...(Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE MemOK! switch • Refer to boot and load BIOS ...
...is not properly installed. The blinking speed of failsafe settings. switch Installing DIMMs that you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system...(Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE MemOK! switch • Refer to boot and load BIOS ...
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...to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-17 EPU switch This switch allows you have made . 3. However...EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. EPU P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE EPU switch • The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned...use the last setting you to Enable. 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 the TPU switch is ...
...to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable clock speeds. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-17 EPU switch This switch allows you have made . 3. However...EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. EPU P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE EPU switch • The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned...use the last setting you to Enable. 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 the TPU switch is ...