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... that we would be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software licenses. ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN... a period of three years after our last shipment of these licenses are used only for free by downloading it shipped to, by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND...
... that we would be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under various Free Open Source Software licenses. ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN... a period of three years after our last shipment of these licenses are used only for free by downloading it shipped to, by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND...
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Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V LX 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 ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-6 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System ...
Contents Safety information...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V LX 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 ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-6 1.3.6 Other special features 1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-4 2.2.3 System ...
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... up to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Intel® HD Graphics Support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI, DVI, RGB port - Supports HDMI 1.4a with max. Please refer to 2048 x 1536 @75Hz - resolution up to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. Integrated Graphics Processor - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary CPU Chipset...
... up to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Intel® HD Graphics Support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI, DVI, RGB port - Supports HDMI 1.4a with max. Please refer to 2048 x 1536 @75Hz - resolution up to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. Integrated Graphics Processor - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary CPU Chipset...
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... Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel JackRetasking - ASUS 4+1+1 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features - TurboV - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0,1,5,10 support - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb...
... Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC887 8-channel* High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel JackRetasking - ASUS 4+1+1 Phase Power Design ASUS Exclusive Features - TurboV - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0,1,5,10 support - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb...
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...Manual 1 x I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 - vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD (continued on the next page) xi vDRAM... Bus: 180-step Memory voltage control - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port...
...Manual 1 x I /O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 - vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control - P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I /O Shield 1 x Support DVD (continued on the next page) xi vDRAM... Bus: 180-step Memory voltage control - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard / mouse combo port 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port...
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xii P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage Form Factor Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
xii P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage Form Factor Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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... standout in your package with different models. Before you for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LX motherboard! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the...
... standout in your package with different models. Before you for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V LX motherboard! ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-1 The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it , check the...
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... adjust CPU and its full potential. Get total system-wide energy optimization by configuring profiles through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. MemOK! MemOK! Network iControl Real-Time Network Bandwidth Control With a one -step setup, and an intuitive network bandwidth... sensing and response efficiently delivering precision power. Any Memory is in a specific time period to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. Get your system boot success. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need...
... adjust CPU and its full potential. Get total system-wide energy optimization by configuring profiles through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS interface. MemOK! MemOK! Network iControl Real-Time Network Bandwidth Control With a one -step setup, and an intuitive network bandwidth... sensing and response efficiently delivering precision power. Any Memory is in a specific time period to an already impressive fast USB 3.0 transfer speed. Get your system boot success. ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without the need...
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... 2: Hardware information Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 4. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to this connector is set to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Connect one end of the front...panel audio I /O module cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. 3. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 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 Legacy AC'97...
... 2: Hardware information Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is purchased separately. 4. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to this connector is set to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Connect one end of the front...panel audio I /O module cable to 480 Mbps connection speed. 3. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 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 Legacy AC'97...
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Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. P8Z77-V LX EATX12V +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC PIN 1 GND GND GND GND EATXPWR +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND ...that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 450 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-23 com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to fit...
Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. P8Z77-V LX EATX12V +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC +12V DC PIN 1 GND GND GND GND EATXPWR +3 Volts +12 Volts +12 Volts +5V Standby Power OK GND ...that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 450 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin EATX12 V power plug; Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-23 com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for your system, refer to fit...
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..., select the item and press . A configurable field is not user-configurable. Submenu items A greater than sign (>) before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the BIOS setup program. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for that menu...
..., select the item and press . A configurable field is not user-configurable. Submenu items A greater than sign (>) before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the BIOS setup program. Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for that menu...
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... item to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in this happens, revert to the default settings. Changing the values in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically... CPU ratio and features. The following three items appear only when you set both the EIST and Turbo Mode items to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-9 The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model.
... item to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in this happens, revert to the default settings. Changing the values in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this function. Configuration options: [Auto] [Light Power Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically... CPU ratio and features. The following three items appear only when you set both the EIST and Turbo Mode items to adjust the value. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-9 The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model.
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... current VRM balance. Configuration options: [T. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use and key to control the power phase based on your CPU specification. Long Duration Maintained [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The thermal conditions should be monitored...
... current VRM balance. Configuration options: [T. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use and key to control the power phase based on your CPU specification. Long Duration Maintained [Auto] Use the and keys to adjust the value. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup The thermal conditions should be monitored...
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...] Set this function. This item should be enabled in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU Power Management Configuration CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C1E [Auto] Allows you to zero (0). Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-15 The operating system controls the CPU speed. Execute...
...] Set this function. This item should be enabled in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU Power Management Configuration CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to virtually function as several systems. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C1E [Auto] Allows you to zero (0). Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-15 The operating system controls the CPU speed. Execute...
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...and minimize power loss. iGPU Load-line Calibration Load-line is defined by clicking Tool > DIGI+ VRM on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. It also provides the highest power efficiency... Current Capability provides wider total power range for detailed software configuration. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust the voltage settings and control the system temperature. CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will decrease ...
...and minimize power loss. iGPU Load-line Calibration Load-line is defined by clicking Tool > DIGI+ VRM on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. It also provides the highest power efficiency... Current Capability provides wider total power range for detailed software configuration. 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.3 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust the voltage settings and control the system temperature. CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will decrease ...
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... Declaration of the FCC Rules. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : P8Z77-V LX conform with the essential requirements of the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart...
... Declaration of the FCC Rules. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : P8Z77-V LX conform with the essential requirements of the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15, Subpart...