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... 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-19 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 Main menu 3-6 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-8 3.5 Advanced menu...3.8 Tools menu 3-38 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-38 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-38 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 iv
... 2.3.2 Audio I/O connections 2-17 2.4 Starting up for the first time 2-19 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3-1 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-2 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-4 3.3 Main menu 3-6 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-8 3.5 Advanced menu...3.8 Tools menu 3-38 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-38 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-38 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 3.10.1 ASUS Update 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 iv
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... 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 Control 4-9 4.3.4 EPU 4-13 4.3.5 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-15 4.3.7 ASUS SSD Caching II 4-17 4.3.8 Ai Charger 4-19 4.3.9 Probe II 4-20 4.3.10 Sensor Recorder 4-21 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-23 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-24 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-25 Chapter 5: RAID support 5-1 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions...
... 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 Control 4-9 4.3.4 EPU 4-13 4.3.5 USB 3.0 Boost 4-14 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-15 4.3.7 ASUS SSD Caching II 4-17 4.3.8 Ai Charger 4-19 4.3.9 Probe II 4-20 4.3.10 Sensor Recorder 4-21 4.3.11 ASUS Update 4-23 4.3.12 MyLogo2 4-24 4.3.13 Audio configurations 4-25 Chapter 5: RAID support 5-1 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions...
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...added by your dealer. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of...• Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup...
...added by your dealer. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of...• Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup...
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USB 3.0 Boost (for ASUS extra USB 3.0 ports) USB 3.0 Boost (for Intel® Native USB 3.0 ports) Wi-Fi GO! P8Z77-V PREMIUM Windows® OS restrictions Type Intel Features Feature Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Intel® Extreme Memory Profile Intel® Quick Sync ... ports DIGI+ Power Control (with SMART DIGI+) EPU TPU (TurboV, Auto Tuning, GPU Boost) Fan Xpert2 USB BIOS Flashback (Wizard) USB Charger+ Ai Charger+ Disk Unlocker ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS SSD Caching II AI Suite II MemOK! Network iControl DTS UltraPC II DTS Connect LucidLogix Virtu MVP Windows® 7 ...
USB 3.0 Boost (for ASUS extra USB 3.0 ports) USB 3.0 Boost (for Intel® Native USB 3.0 ports) Wi-Fi GO! P8Z77-V PREMIUM Windows® OS restrictions Type Intel Features Feature Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Intel® Extreme Memory Profile Intel® Quick Sync ... ports DIGI+ Power Control (with SMART DIGI+) EPU TPU (TurboV, Auto Tuning, GPU Boost) Fan Xpert2 USB BIOS Flashback (Wizard) USB Charger+ Ai Charger+ Disk Unlocker ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS SSD Caching II AI Suite II MemOK! Network iControl DTS UltraPC II DTS Connect LucidLogix Virtu MVP Windows® 7 ...
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...later versions. 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, 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 ...v4.0 Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Realtek® ALC898 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - BD audio layer content protection - DTS Connect - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary Storage Bluetooth Audio USB BIOS features Manageability Intel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) ...
...later versions. 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, 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 ...v4.0 Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Realtek® ALC898 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - BD audio layer content protection - DTS Connect - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary Storage Bluetooth Audio USB BIOS features Manageability Intel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) ...
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.../PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - ASUS O.C. vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - ASUS Q-Connector Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiv...
.../PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection - ASUS O.C. vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - ASUS Q-Connector Precision Tweaker 2 - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiv...
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... with optimized fan settings based on the fans' specifications and positions. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows ... dual selectable modes and native support for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is an intuitive one or more convenient online experience. 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for an SSD-like transfer speed. Network iControl...
... with optimized fan settings based on the fans' specifications and positions. 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) ASUS UEFI BIOS, a UEFI compliant architecture, offers the first mouse-controlled intuitive graphical BIOS interface that makes it easier for you to manage your bandwidth and allows ... dual selectable modes and native support for about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is an intuitive one or more convenient online experience. 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for an SSD-like transfer speed. Network iControl...
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...suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel ...or the black slots as one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-23 Size Patriot Patriot RiDATA RiDATA Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power Team Team Team Team AE34G1339U2-U 4GB PG38G1333EL 8GB (XMP)...
...suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. (4) Supports four (4) modules inserted into any slot as two pairs of Dual-channel ...or the black slots as one (1) module inserted into both the blue and black slots as Single-channel memory configuration. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-23 Size Patriot Patriot RiDATA RiDATA Silicon Power Silicon Power Silicon Power Team Team Team Team AE34G1339U2-U 4GB PG38G1333EL 8GB (XMP)...
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... and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-27 Chapter 1 MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking...
... and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that are not compatible with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-27 Chapter 1 MemOK! button until the DRAM_LED starts blinking...
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... this switch under Windows® OS environment, the TPU function will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 4. Refer to automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED...
... this switch under Windows® OS environment, the TPU function will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. 4. Refer to automatically optimize the system for the exact location of the TPU LED...
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... automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-29 5. However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. Enable this...
... automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-29 5. However, the system will be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. Enable this...
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Clear CMOS button Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. P8Z77-V PREMIUM CLR_CMOS button Chapter 1 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction 6.
Clear CMOS button Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. P8Z77-V PREMIUM CLR_CMOS button Chapter 1 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction 6.
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...allows you install a new CPU and have not booted for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items first to enable or disable the advanced CPU and DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. Ensure that your computer and insert the jumper cap back to pins 1-2. • According to...shut down your system functions well under high voltage settings. For system failure due to work efficiently under the highest BIOS voltage settings before you change the jumper settings for the first time. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-31 Chapter 1 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. Doing so may damage the CPU permanently.
...allows you install a new CPU and have not booted for extra-high overvoltage ability, use the BIOS items first to enable or disable the advanced CPU and DRAM overvoltage settings in BIOS. Ensure that your computer and insert the jumper cap back to pins 1-2. • According to...shut down your system functions well under high voltage settings. For system failure due to work efficiently under the highest BIOS voltage settings before you change the jumper settings for the first time. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-31 Chapter 1 1.2.7 Jumpers 1. Doing so may damage the CPU permanently.
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... can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-39 Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual... bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Chapter 1 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ...
... can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-39 Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual... bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Chapter 1 • These connectors are using Serial ATA hard disk drives. Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s ...
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... to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using NCQ, set the SATA Mode... item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. 2. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before ...
... to section 5.1 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using NCQ, set the SATA Mode... item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. 2. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before ...
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...Controller Driver. • Connect one HDD and one SSD to Marvell® SATA6G_E12/E34 connectors for a high performance of ASUS SSD Caching II. • The SATA6G_E12/E34 connectors are recommended for details. • Press + during POST to enter...BIOS to [Enabled]. Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS installation. 3. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM...
...Controller Driver. • Connect one HDD and one SSD to Marvell® SATA6G_E12/E34 connectors for a high performance of ASUS SSD Caching II. • The SATA6G_E12/E34 connectors are recommended for details. • Press + during POST to enter...BIOS to [Enabled]. Refer to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. • When using the motherboard support DVD and load the driver during OS installation. 3. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM...
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... 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-45 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS...
... 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-45 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS...
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... turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-47 Chapter 1 10.
... turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off the system power. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-47 Chapter 1 10.
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Remove the screw from the motherboard before installing/uninstalling the Wireless and Bluetooth Module. 1. card connector at the motherboard's rear panel and connect the Wi-Fi GO! BIOS BIOS 3. BIOS Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started card. 2. card to the motherboard with the screw you removed earlier. Locate the Wi-Fi GO! card to it. Secure the Wi-Fi GO! 2.1.9 Wi-Fi GO! card installation Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0/3.0 + HS Disconnect the power supply unit from the ASUS Wi-Fi GO!
Remove the screw from the motherboard before installing/uninstalling the Wireless and Bluetooth Module. 1. card connector at the motherboard's rear panel and connect the Wi-Fi GO! BIOS BIOS 3. BIOS Chapter 2 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting started card. 2. card to the motherboard with the screw you removed earlier. Locate the Wi-Fi GO! card to it. Secure the Wi-Fi GO! 2.1.9 Wi-Fi GO! card installation Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0/3.0 + HS Disconnect the power supply unit from the ASUS Wi-Fi GO!
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... sound, the antenna connectors are properly inserted. KY 4. IN LINE CTR BASS FRONT REAR SPK MIC IN POWER eSATA 6G USB3.0 S/PDIF USB BIOS Flashback USB3.0 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 2-13 Connect the Wi-Fi Ring Moving antennas to determine that the installation is complete. software. Give a slight pull to the Wi-Fi ports...
... sound, the antenna connectors are properly inserted. KY 4. IN LINE CTR BASS FRONT REAR SPK MIC IN POWER eSATA 6G USB3.0 S/PDIF USB BIOS Flashback USB3.0 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 2-13 Connect the Wi-Fi Ring Moving antennas to determine that the installation is complete. software. Give a slight pull to the Wi-Fi ports...