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Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii P8Z77-V PREMIUM Windows® OS restrictions x P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary xi Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 Other special features 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before...
Contents Safety information...vii About this guide...viii P8Z77-V PREMIUM Windows® OS restrictions x P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary xi Package contents...xvi Installation tools and components xvii Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-1 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.1.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control 1-2 1.1.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-3 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-4 1.1.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-4 1.1.6 Other special features 1-5 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-6 1.2.1 Before...
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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 ..., 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®... Windows® 7 or later versions. • Due to Intel® limitations, P8Z77-V PREMIUM does not support Windows® Vista.
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 ..., 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®... Windows® 7 or later versions. • Due to Intel® limitations, P8Z77-V PREMIUM does not support Windows® Vista.
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...LAN controller Intel® 82583 Gigabit LAN controller Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Utility (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2800...MVP Technology* *LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system. resolution of 2560 x 1600 @60Hz Supports HDMI with max. P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LAN Wireless Data Network LGA1155 socket for details. 4 x PCI Express ...
...LAN controller Intel® 82583 Gigabit LAN controller Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz ASUS Wi-Fi GO! Utility (continued on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2800...MVP Technology* *LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system. resolution of 2560 x 1600 @60Hz Supports HDMI with max. P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LAN Wireless Data Network LGA1155 socket for details. 4 x PCI Express ...
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...and front panel jackretasking - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel (blue) Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - BD audio layer content protection - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back I/O 1 x ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller - DTS UltraPC II - ATAPI ...not supported. DTS Connect - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode* - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for data hard drives only. Bluetooth v4.0 Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Realtek® ALC898 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary Storage Bluetooth Audio USB ...
...and front panel jackretasking - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel (blue) Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - BD audio layer content protection - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back I/O 1 x ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller - DTS UltraPC II - ATAPI ...not supported. DTS Connect - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode* - 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for data hard drives only. Bluetooth v4.0 Bluetooth v3.0 + HS Realtek® ALC898 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary Storage Bluetooth Audio USB ...
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P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - functions include DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer, Capture & Send (available with one switch. - ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS SSD Caching II - USB 3.0 Boost - MemOK! ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS EPU - EPU, EPU switch ASUS.... - SMART DIGI+ Power Control SMART DIGI+ - Industry leading digital 2-phase DRAM power design - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - CPU Power - Smart CPU Power Level (Intel® VRD 12.5 Future ...
P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - functions include DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer, Capture & Send (available with one switch. - ASUS Exclusive Features: - ASUS SSD Caching II - USB 3.0 Boost - MemOK! ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS EPU - EPU, EPU switch ASUS.... - SMART DIGI+ Power Control SMART DIGI+ - Industry leading digital 2-phase DRAM power design - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - CPU Power - Smart CPU Power Level (Intel® VRD 12.5 Future ...
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... & PCH PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control - ASUS Q-Connector Precision Tweaker 2 - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiv ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment - vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - card...
... & PCH PLL voltage control SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection) - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control - ASUS Q-Connector Precision Tweaker 2 - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiv ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment - vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - card...
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... 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch 1 x Power-on switch 1 x Reset switch Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports...
... 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch 1 x Power-on switch 1 x Reset switch Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary Internal I/O connectors Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports...
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...Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS) 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 2 x Wi-Fi Ring moving antennas 1 x 4-WAY SLI card 1 x 3-WAY SLI card USB 3.0 front panel box • If any of the above are for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM motherboard User manual Support DVD 4 x Serial... ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! xvi Actual product specifications may vary with...
...Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS) 1 x 2-in-1 ASUS Q-Connector kit 2 x Wi-Fi Ring moving antennas 1 x 4-WAY SLI card 1 x 3-WAY SLI card USB 3.0 front panel box • If any of the above are for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM motherboard User manual Support DVD 4 x Serial... ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi GO! xvi Actual product specifications may vary with...
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... its complete backward compatibility to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. * Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0. Dual-Channel DDR3 2800(O.C.) / 2600(O.C.) / 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-1 It natively supports four USB 3.0 ports for up to ten times faster transfer rate than USB 2.0, and enables the iGPU function for an unrivaled gaming...
... its complete backward compatibility to PCIe 1.0/2.0 devices. * Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0. Dual-Channel DDR3 2800(O.C.) / 2600(O.C.) / 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-1 It natively supports four USB 3.0 ports for up to ten times faster transfer rate than USB 2.0, and enables the iGPU function for an unrivaled gaming...
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...Smart CPU Power Level profile, which reduces CPU power usage at the specified power level, thus creating a cooler and quieter system. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-3 USB Charger+ With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your smart devices such as a remote keyboard and mouse for your computer.... • Smart Motion Control: Allows you to use and enjoy these ASUS Wi-Fi GO! GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments, and easily ...
...Smart CPU Power Level profile, which reduces CPU power usage at the specified power level, thus creating a cooler and quieter system. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-3 USB Charger+ With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your smart devices such as a remote keyboard and mouse for your computer.... • Smart Motion Control: Allows you to use and enjoy these ASUS Wi-Fi GO! GPU Boost GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates flexible frequency adjustments, and easily ...
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When the discrete graphics cards are not in line with fast computing iGPU (Integrated Graphics Processing Unit). Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-5 The newly-designed Virtual Sync eliminates tearing artifacts allowing you to energy consumptions. ErP Ready The motherboard is European ...to the best available graphics resource based on Windows® 7 and perfectly combines the performance of a discrete graphics card with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of NVIDIA and AMD ...
When the discrete graphics cards are not in line with fast computing iGPU (Integrated Graphics Processing Unit). Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-5 The newly-designed Virtual Sync eliminates tearing artifacts allowing you to energy consumptions. ErP Ready The motherboard is European ...to the best available graphics resource based on Windows® 7 and perfectly combines the performance of a discrete graphics card with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of NVIDIA and AMD ...
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ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-7 Chapter 1 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Marvell 9230 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-7 Chapter 1 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Marvell 9230 Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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... socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-9 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is...
... socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-9 ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the LGA1155 socket. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is...
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... usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from a memory module. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-11 The stability and compatibility of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Check with the same CAS Latency. The system maps the...
... usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from a memory module. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-11 The stability and compatibility of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Check with the same CAS Latency. The system maps the...
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... generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above are supported on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P8Z77-V PREMIUM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. G.skill F3-2800CL11Q16GBZHD Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing Voltage DS Brand NO. 16GB...
... generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above are supported on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. P8Z77-V PREMIUM Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2800(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. G.skill F3-2800CL11Q16GBZHD Size SS/ Chip Chip Timing Voltage DS Brand NO. 16GB...
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... default. DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. however, the actual frequency support varied depending on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-13 however, the actual frequency support varied depending on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; DIMM socket Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip...
... default. DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. however, the actual frequency support varied depending on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-13 however, the actual frequency support varied depending on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; DIMM socket Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip...
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... Transcend TK483PCW3 4GB DS Micron D9LGK - - 9 - 8GB DS MICRON D9PBC - - 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - - 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F(ECC) - - (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-21 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
... Transcend TK483PCW3 4GB DS Micron D9LGK - - 9 - 8GB DS MICRON D9PBC - - 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F - - 1GB SS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F(ECC) - - (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-21 DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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...T3D1288LT-13 T3D2568LT-13 7-7-721 7-7-721 7-7-721 - 1.75 1.75 1.5-1.6 - or D.O.C.P. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-23 Load the X.M.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 memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel ...
...T3D1288LT-13 T3D2568LT-13 7-7-721 7-7-721 7-7-721 - 1.75 1.75 1.5-1.6 - or D.O.C.P. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-23 Load the X.M.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 memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of Dual-channel ...
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shared - - shared - - - PCIE x16_1 - shared - - - - ASMedia USB 3.0 - Intel 82579V LAN - - - - shared - - Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-25 Single VGA SLI/CrossFireX 3-WAY SLI/ CrossFireX 4-WAY SLI/ CrossFireX 1 x 16 (single VGA recommended x16 x8 x16 x8 2 x8 x8 4 x16 (dual VGA recommended) ...
shared - - shared - - - PCIE x16_1 - shared - - - - ASMedia USB 3.0 - Intel 82579V LAN - - - - shared - - Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-25 Single VGA SLI/CrossFireX 3-WAY SLI/ CrossFireX 4-WAY SLI/ CrossFireX 1 x 16 (single VGA recommended x16 x8 x16 x8 2 x8 x8 4 x16 (dual VGA recommended) ...
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The button also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. P8Z77-V PREMIUM Power on a bare or open-case system. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you should ...shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. P8Z77-V PREMIUM Reset button 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you to power up or ...
The button also lights up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance. 1. P8Z77-V PREMIUM Power on a bare or open-case system. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you should ...shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or installing any motherboard component. P8Z77-V PREMIUM Reset button 1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 This is plugged to a power source indicating that allows you to power up or ...