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...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 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-14 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback 2-14 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 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... 3-31 3.5.9 Network Stack 3-32 3.6 Monitor menu 3-33 3.7 Boot menu 3-36 3.8 Tools menu 3-38 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-38...
...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 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-14 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback 2-14 2.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-15 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection 2-15 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... 3-31 3.5.9 Network Stack 3-32 3.6 Monitor menu 3-33 3.7 Boot menu 3-36 3.8 Tools menu 3-38 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-38...
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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 5-1 5.1.2 Installing...
... 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 5-1 5.1.2 Installing...
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...are not part of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that ...CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards. • Chapter 7: Intel® technologies This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD ...
...are not part of the standard package. Where to find more information Refer to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: Basic Installation This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that ...CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics cards. • Chapter 7: Intel® technologies This chapter tells how to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD ...
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... to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience. 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. Network iControl Network iControl is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Install at least one HDD (Hard Disk Drive...
... to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience. 1.1.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fan Xpert 2 ASUS Fan Xpert 2 provides customizable settings for UEFI BIOS updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically. Network iControl Network iControl is automatically updated even without entering the existing BIOS or operating system. Install at least one HDD (Hard Disk Drive...
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... memory settings. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to test one set of failsafe settings. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-27 Chapter 1 To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you turn off the system and reinstall... tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set of failsafe settings. button 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 boot and load the...
... memory settings. The blinking speed of the DRAM_LED. • The DRAM_LED also lights up due to test one set of failsafe settings. ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-27 Chapter 1 To stop memory tuning, turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during POST reminding you turn off the system and reinstall... tuning requirement, the system automatically reboots when each timing set of failsafe settings. button 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 boot and load the...
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... storage device and filename/file format error. 2.2 BIOS update utility 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-14 Chapter 2: Getting started Chapter 2 Press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed. Wait until a flashing light...
... storage device and filename/file format error. 2.2 BIOS update utility 2.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback allows you to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. 2-14 Chapter 2: Getting started Chapter 2 Press the BIOS Flashback button for three seconds until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed. Wait until a flashing light...
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.... We strongly recommend that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture...
.... We strongly recommend that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-1 The term "BIOS" in the motherboard CMOS. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture...
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... erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Do this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on how to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If you want to use the mouse... to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to ensure...
... erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS button. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. Do this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on how to update the BIOS or configure its routines. If you want to use the mouse... to control the BIOS setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to ensure...
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.... Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields UEFI BIOS Utility - Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. The figure below shows an... Panel Type SPDIF Out Type Bluetooth Controller Wi-Fi Controller Marvell Storage Controller Marvell Storage OPROM Bluetooth Controller Disabled Enabled Marvell Storage Firmware Check and Update ASM1061 Storage Controller (Rear) ASM1061 Storage OPROM Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller (USB3_E12) ASMedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Intel LAN Controller Monitor Enabled HD SPDIF ...
.... Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields UEFI BIOS Utility - Pop-up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the Advanced Mode. The figure below shows an... Panel Type SPDIF Out Type Bluetooth Controller Wi-Fi Controller Marvell Storage Controller Marvell Storage OPROM Bluetooth Controller Disabled Enabled Marvell Storage Firmware Check and Update ASM1061 Storage Controller (Rear) ASM1061 Storage OPROM Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller (USB3_E12) ASMedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Intel LAN Controller Monitor Enabled HD SPDIF ...
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...Panel Type SPDIF Out Type Bluetooth Controller Wi-Fi Controller Marvell Storage Controller Marvell Storage OPROM Marvell Storage Firmware Check and Update ASM1061 Storage Controller (Rear) ASM1061 Storage OPROM Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller (USB3_E12) ASMedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support ...SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for HDMI audio output. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-29 Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. UEFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: ...
...Panel Type SPDIF Out Type Bluetooth Controller Wi-Fi Controller Marvell Storage Controller Marvell Storage OPROM Marvell Storage Firmware Check and Update ASM1061 Storage Controller (Rear) ASM1061 Storage OPROM Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller (USB3_E12) ASMedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support ...SPDIF] [SPDIF] Sets to [SPDIF] for HDMI audio output. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-29 Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. 3.5.7 Onboard Devices Configuration Scroll down to view the other BIOS items. UEFI BIOS Utility - F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: ...
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...] Disables the ASM1061 storage controller. [Enabled] Enables the ASM1061 storage controller. Chapter 3 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Marvell Storage Firmware Check and Update [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables firmware check and update. [Enabled] Enables firmware check and update. ASmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables Asmedia USB 3.0 fast battery charging support for...
...] Disables the ASM1061 storage controller. [Enabled] Enables the ASM1061 storage controller. Chapter 3 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Marvell Storage Firmware Check and Update [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables firmware check and update. [Enabled] Enables firmware check and update. ASmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables Asmedia USB 3.0 fast battery charging support for...
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... or load multiple BIOS settings. Chapter 3 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select an item then press to Profile The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Profile > ASUS SPD Information Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility... Allows you to configure options for special functions. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Tool\ ASUS O.C. 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items...
... or load multiple BIOS settings. Chapter 3 3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select an item then press to Profile The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Profile > ASUS SPD Information Monitor Boot Tool Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility... Allows you to configure options for special functions. Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Tool\ ASUS O.C. 3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items...
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... enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-41 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. The following utilities allow you to boot. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in the support DVD that comes with the...
... enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-41 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to download the latest BIOS file for this chapter to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program. 1. The following utilities allow you to boot. ASUS BIOS Updater: Updates and back ups the BIOS in the support DVD that comes with the...
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... the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press to switch to the Drive field. 4. Reboot the system when the update process is done. 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z77-V PREMIUM VER: 0202... arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. Before you to update the BIOS without having to enable it. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to use a bootable floppy disk or ...
... the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 6. Press to switch to the Drive field. 4. Reboot the system when the update process is done. 3-44 Chapter 3: BIOS setup ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z77-V PREMIUM VER: 0202... arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to perform the BIOS update process. Before you to update the BIOS without having to enable it. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to use a bootable floppy disk or ...
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... USB flash drive. • NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Boot your computer. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. When the... ASUS Logo appears, press to copy the current BIOS file that you to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Booting...
... USB flash drive. • NTFS is not supported under DOS environment. Boot your computer. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com and save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in DOS environment. When the... ASUS Logo appears, press to copy the current BIOS file that you to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Booting...
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.../Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. C:\>d: D:\> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to select the BIOS file and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Yes No Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-47 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt...
.../Down/Home/End] Move [Tab] Switch [B] Backup [V] Drive Info [Esc] Exit 3. C:\>d: D:\> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater: 1. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to select the BIOS file and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. Yes No Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-47 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt...
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... Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. Chapter 3 3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Yes and press . Restart your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to exit BIOS Updater. See Chaper 3 of your computer. 4. When BIOS update is done, press to...
... Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. Chapter 3 3-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Select Yes and press . Restart your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to exit BIOS Updater. See Chaper 3 of your computer. 4. When BIOS update is done, press to...
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... the changes Scheduling the latest BIOS download 1. Click Apply to save the BIOS download schedule. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 4-15 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback allows you have installed the USB storage device to your computer's USB port. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to check for an update BIOS firmware available for your...
... the changes Scheduling the latest BIOS download 1. Click Apply to save the BIOS download schedule. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 4-15 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard USB BIOS Flashback allows you have installed the USB storage device to your computer's USB port. Just connect the USB storage device containing the BIOS file to check for an update BIOS firmware available for your...
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Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for the system to field, select the USB flashdrive, and click Download. 3. After the download is complete, click OK. After the utility detects a new BIOS firmware, save the BIOS firmware by clicking from the Save to check the latest BIOS firmware. 2. Wait for the latest BIOS version. Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Downloading the updated BIOS 1.
Click Check for New BIOS Update to check for the system to field, select the USB flashdrive, and click Download. 3. After the download is complete, click OK. After the utility detects a new BIOS firmware, save the BIOS firmware by clicking from the Save to check the latest BIOS firmware. 2. Wait for the latest BIOS version. Chapter 4 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Downloading the updated BIOS 1.
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... 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 4-23 com and follow the onscreen instructions to update the BIOS. • Download BIOS from Internet Download the latest BIOS version from file Use the BIOS file that allows you had downloaded and saved to update the system BIOS. • Save BIOS to file Save the BIOS file to another file or a USB storage device for later use . Launching ASUS Update...
... 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 4-23 com and follow the onscreen instructions to update the BIOS. • Download BIOS from Internet Download the latest BIOS version from file Use the BIOS file that allows you had downloaded and saved to update the system BIOS. • Save BIOS to file Save the BIOS file to another file or a USB storage device for later use . Launching ASUS Update...