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Contents 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-41 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-41 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 ... 3.7 Boot menu 3-26 3.8 Tools menu 3-28 3.9 Exit menu 3-30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-35 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information...
Contents 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-41 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-41 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 ... 3.7 Boot menu 3-26 3.8 Tools menu 3-28 3.9 Exit menu 3-30 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-31 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-31 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-34 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-35 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information...
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... Technology 4-17 4.4.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 4-23 4.5 RAID configurations 4-26 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-26 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-27 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-27 4.5.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-27 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-31 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-31 4.6.2 Creating...
... Technology 4-17 4.4.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 4-23 4.5 RAID configurations 4-26 4.5.1 RAID definitions 4-26 4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-27 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-27 4.5.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-27 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-31 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-31 4.6.2 Creating...
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...on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. vii It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product ...package. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. About this guide is ...
...on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. vii It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Optional documentation Your product ...package. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the support DVD that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. About this guide is ...
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... - GPU Boost - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS My Logo 2 (continued on the next page) UASP standard only supports Windows® 8. AI Suite II - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - AI Charger+ - Low EMI Solution - 100% Solid Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel...
... - GPU Boost - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS My Logo 2 (continued on the next page) UASP standard only supports Windows® 8. AI Suite II - ASUS Fan Xpert+ ASUS EZ DIY - AI Charger+ - Low EMI Solution - 100% Solid Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel...
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...x GPU Boost switch 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 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, F3 Shotcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME,...-step Chipset voltage control - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 -
...x GPU Boost switch 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 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, F3 Shotcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME,...-step Chipset voltage control - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 -
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...already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. Get total system-wide energy optimization by configuring profiles through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for the CPU and iGPU... USB 3.0 standard. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1.3.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for any user interaction. determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves...
...already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. Get total system-wide energy optimization by configuring profiles through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need for the CPU and iGPU... USB 3.0 standard. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts. 1.3.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design Digital Power Control: Digital Power Design for any user interaction. determines failsafe settings and dramatically improves...
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... devices via Wi-Fi. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to achieve the most precise setting for a more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for every use software package. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5
... devices via Wi-Fi. Simply shut down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to achieve the most precise setting for a more stable and enhances the overclocking capability. GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for every use software package. The userfriendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-5
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...so may bend the tubing and affect the heat heat dissipation performance. 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that goes beyond ...based on power, performance, and system load. For users 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with difficult POST situations. Users can enjoy a smoother gaming experience...
...so may bend the tubing and affect the heat heat dissipation performance. 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes, providing a user-friendly interface that goes beyond ...based on power, performance, and system load. For users 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Combined with usability and aesthetics, the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with difficult POST situations. Users can enjoy a smoother gaming experience...
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...) EATXPWR LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E Super I/O CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8Z77-V LX PCIEX1_2 TPU PCI1 USB3_34 9 Intel® Z77 30.5cm(12.0in) NCT 5535D ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCI3 COM1 8Mb BIOS SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 USB910 USB78 SB_PWR USB56 CLRTC PANEL SATA3G_4 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 18 17...
...) EATXPWR LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E Super I/O CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8Z77-V LX PCIEX1_2 TPU PCI1 USB3_34 9 Intel® Z77 30.5cm(12.0in) NCT 5535D ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCI3 COM1 8Mb BIOS SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 USB910 USB78 SB_PWR USB56 CLRTC PANEL SATA3G_4 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 18 17...
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... We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest 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 either the blue slots ...or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Crucial Part No....
... We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest 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 either the blue slots ...or the black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Crucial Part No....
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... and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. You can automatically reset parameter settings to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date...3. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Except when clearing...
... and turn ON the computer. 4. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-15 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. You can automatically reset parameter settings to overclocking, use the C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) feature. Hold down and reboot the system so the BIOS can clear the CMOS memory of date...3. Chapter 2 2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. P8Z77-V LX CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LX Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Keep the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Except when clearing...
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...the MemOK! P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX MemOK! The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is tested. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored... to enhance system performance. 1. It takes about 30 seconds for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK...
...the MemOK! P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX MemOK! The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights when the DIMM is tested. switch Installing DIMMs that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you that the BIOS has been restored... to enhance system performance. 1. It takes about 30 seconds for about 5-10 seconds. • If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK...
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... intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. • You must install Windows®...® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set...
... intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. COM1 PIN 1 RXD DTR DSR CTS DCD TXD GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is for details. • You must install Windows®...® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-19 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you are set the SATA Mode in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set...
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...P8Z77-V LX USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. 3. The USB module cable is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS... USB 3 ~ 10) These connectors are for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P8Z77-V LX AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant...
...P8Z77-V LX USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. Doing so will damage the motherboard! Connect one end of the front panel audio I /O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. 3. The USB module cable is set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS... USB 3 ~ 10) These connectors are for details. 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P8Z77-V LX AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1 MIC2 MICPWR Line out_R NC Line out_L PORT1 L PORT1 R PORT2 R SENSE_SEND PORT2 L HD-audio-compliant...
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...; 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 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. The Serial ATA RAID ... Refer to 480 MBps connection speed. 7. If you are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. 8. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX USB3_34 P8Z77-V LX USB3.0 Front panel connector You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with this connector to [RAID ...
...; 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 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. The Serial ATA RAID ... Refer to 480 MBps connection speed. 7. If you are using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. 8. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX USB3_34 P8Z77-V LX USB3.0 Front panel connector You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with this connector to [RAID ...
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Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8Z77-V LX System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off the system power. 2-24...warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin ...
Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8Z77-V LX System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for system reboot without turning off the system power. 2-24...warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. Pressing the power button turns the system on the BIOS settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin ...
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... standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on self tests or POST. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-41 If you do not see the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the chain) c. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated)...short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. The system then runs the power-on test. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for less...
... standby" feature, the monitor LED may have failed a power-on self tests or POST. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-41 If you do not see the BIOS beep codes table below) or additional messages appear on the chain) c. BIOS Beep One short beep One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause (repeated)...short beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Description VGA detected Quick boot set to the power connector at the back of the BIOS setting. The system then runs the power-on test. Follow the instructions in the following order: a. Chapter 2 2.4 Starting up for less...
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...EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. The term "BIOS" in this section are needed for information on to use ...boot device configuration that you to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-1 Users can be used under the Exit menu. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as their ...
...EZ Mode/Advanced Mode screen. Chapter 3 Chapter 3: 3.1 Knowing BIOS BIOS setup The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. The term "BIOS" in this section are needed for information on to use ...boot device configuration that you to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-1 Users can be used under the Exit menu. BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as their ...
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... program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z77-V LX BIOS Version : 0215 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz) Speed : 2900 MHz Exit/Advanced Mode...section 3.7 Boot memu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device ...
... program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode EFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z77-V LX BIOS Version : 0215 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz) Speed : 2900 MHz Exit/Advanced Mode...section 3.7 Boot memu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. Selects the display language of the selected mode on the right hand side Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device ...
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... To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for experienced end-users to the following ...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 LX 3-3 Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled...
... To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode. Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields EFI BIOS Utility - The figure below shows an example of the screen has the following sections for experienced end-users to the following ...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 LX 3-3 Advanced Mode General help Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio Controller Enabled...