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... Power Design) provides the best digital power saving conditions. Network iControl - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - SMART DIGI+ Power Control SMART DIGI+ - SMART DIGI+ Key quickly delivers a higher VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/iGPU/ DRAM overclocking performance with V1.01.00 or later) - CPU Power - Industry...
... Power Design) provides the best digital power saving conditions. Network iControl - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - SMART DIGI+ Power Control SMART DIGI+ - SMART DIGI+ Key quickly delivers a higher VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/iGPU/ DRAM overclocking performance with V1.01.00 or later) - CPU Power - Industry...
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... (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x Thunderbolt port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x BT4 connector for ASUS Wi-Fi GO! P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiv vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at...
... (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 8-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x Thunderbolt port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x BT4 connector for ASUS Wi-Fi GO! P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiv vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at...
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... can be about 3GB or less. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is not...with the vendor to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the same CAS Latency. c) For more efficient memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-11 Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual...
... can be about 3GB or less. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the lower-sized channel for overclocking may install varying memory sizes in Megabit, 8 Megabit/Mb = 1 Megabyte/MB). • The default memory operation frequency is not...with the vendor to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Memory modules with the same CAS Latency. c) For more efficient memory cooling system to get the correct memory modules. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-11 Under the default state, some memory modules for the dual...
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... is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to power up or wake up the system. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you to reboot the system. Reset button Press the reset button to fine-tune performance when working on button 2. P8Z77-V PREMIUM Reset button 1-26...
... is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to power up or wake up the system. Power-on button The motherboard comes with a power-on button that you to reboot the system. Reset button Press the reset button to fine-tune performance when working on button 2. P8Z77-V PREMIUM Reset button 1-26...
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... compatibility tuning for the system to test one set of failsafe settings. P8Z77-V PREMIUM MemOK! function. • The MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to section 1.2.8 Onboard ...system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-27 Chapter 1 Press and hold the MemOK! button • Refer to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A message will appear during...
... compatibility tuning for the system to test one set of failsafe settings. P8Z77-V PREMIUM MemOK! function. • The MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after turning on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you download and update to section 1.2.8 Onboard ...system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-27 Chapter 1 Press and hold the MemOK! button • Refer to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! switch to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! A message will appear during...
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Clear CMOS button Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 6. P8Z77-V PREMIUM CLR_CMOS button Chapter 1 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction
Clear CMOS button Press this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 6. P8Z77-V PREMIUM CLR_CMOS button Chapter 1 1-30 Chapter 1: Product introduction
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... Bluetooth module LED indications * Wi-Fi LED indications Status Off Blue Blinking Description No link Linked Data activity Status Off Green Description No link Linked ASUS Wi-Fi GO! • Due to Intel® limitations, the USB3_3-34 ports run at USB 3.0 speed rate under Windows® 7 or...® 7 64-bit OS supports Thunderbolt. • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only...
... Bluetooth module LED indications * Wi-Fi LED indications Status Off Blue Blinking Description No link Linked Data activity Status Off Green Description No link Linked ASUS Wi-Fi GO! • Due to Intel® limitations, the USB3_3-34 ports run at USB 3.0 speed rate under Windows® 7 or...® 7 64-bit OS supports Thunderbolt. • Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information only when the system hangs due to overclocking. • DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only...
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BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances...to most conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. We strongly recommend that are needed for this user manual refers to enable ...
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that you change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances...to most conditions to instability or boot failure. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as your operating system. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-1 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. We strongly recommend that are needed for this user manual refers to enable ...
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... experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. To access the Advanced Mode, click...
... experienced end-users to the following main items: Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. To access the Advanced Mode, click...
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... To change a user password: 1. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items... UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Speed : 3200MHz Target DRAM Speed : 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Turbo Ratio Internal PLL Overvoltage CPU Bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode Memory Frequency EPU Power Saving Mode > OC Tuner > DRAM ...
... To change a user password: 1. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the screen shows Not Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items... UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Target CPU Speed : 3200MHz Target DRAM Speed : 1333MHz Ai Overclock Tuner Turbo Ratio Internal PLL Overvoltage CPU Bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode Memory Frequency EPU Power Saving Mode > OC Tuner > DRAM ...
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...to to manually assign a 1-Core Ration Limit value that is set to [Manual], the following item appears only when you to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. mode supported by your memory module. Select any of a full unlocked CPU manually. eXtreme Memory Profile This item... CPU internal frequency. BCLK/PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to enhance the system performance. Use the and keys to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to select the X.M.P. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-9
...to to manually assign a 1-Core Ration Limit value that is set to [Manual], the following item appears only when you to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to the 2-Core Ratio Limit. mode supported by your memory module. Select any of a full unlocked CPU manually. eXtreme Memory Profile This item... CPU internal frequency. BCLK/PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to enhance the system performance. Use the and keys to set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to select the X.M.P. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-9
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... Clock] DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-11 To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Changing the...
... Clock] DRAM WRITE Recovery Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [5 DRAM Clock] - [31 DRAM Clock] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-11 To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Changing the...
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... transient response. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-15 This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from 300kHz with a 10kHz interval. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This...[Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to [Manual Adjustment]. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response, ...
... transient response. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-15 This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from 300kHz with a 10kHz interval. VRM Spread Spectrum [Disabled] This...[Manual Adjustment] DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to [Manual Adjustment]. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions. CPU Voltage Frequency [Auto] Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response, ...
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...balance. [Extreme] Select to adjust the value. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for the CPU. Use the and keys to maintain the current VRM balance. The iGPU working voltage decreases to...] The DIG+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for extra power support. Apply a higher value for an extreme overclocking. DO NOT remove the thermal module. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on...
...balance. [Extreme] Select to adjust the value. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for the CPU. Use the and keys to maintain the current VRM balance. The iGPU working voltage decreases to...] The DIG+ VRM controller provides a faster, and precise power response rate for extra power support. Apply a higher value for an extreme overclocking. DO NOT remove the thermal module. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on...
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...DO NOT remove the thermal module. DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range, and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DRAM Fixed Frequency Mode [300] This item only appears when you set the DRAM...] A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power range and extends the overclocking frequency range to enlarge the O.C. Use the and keys to increase the O.C. The thermal conditions must be monitored. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-17 range, or a low DRAM frequency for a better system stability. ...
...DO NOT remove the thermal module. DRAM Current Capability [100%] A higher value brings a wider total power range, and extends the overclocking range simultaneously. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DRAM Fixed Frequency Mode [300] This item only appears when you set the DRAM...] A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power range and extends the overclocking frequency range to enlarge the O.C. Use the and keys to increase the O.C. The thermal conditions must be monitored. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-17 range, or a low DRAM frequency for a better system stability. ...
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... from 0.395x to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 0.630x with a 0.01V interval. • The values... voltage settings. • When you to recover the BCLK parameters. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-19 The values range from 0.80V to 1.70V with a 0.005x interval. DRAM CTRL REF...
... from 0.395x to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to 0.630x with a 0.01V interval. • The values... voltage settings. • When you to recover the BCLK parameters. Different ratio might enhance DRAM overclocking ability. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-19 The values range from 0.80V to 1.70V with a 0.005x interval. DRAM CTRL REF...
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...manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus. To launch AI Suite II, click Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may lead to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, and ...to show settings Save the current settings as Auto Tuning that allows you to an unstable system. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system boost performance. Refer to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages such as a new profile ...
...manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus. To launch AI Suite II, click Tool > TurboV EVO on the next system boot. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may lead to overclock the BCLK frequency, CPU voltage, and ...to show settings Save the current settings as Auto Tuning that allows you to an unstable system. 4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system boost performance. Refer to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages such as a new profile ...
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...ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 4-7 Chapter 4 GPU Boost Target values Current values Click to restore all startup settings Adjustment bars Undoes all the changes Applies all the changes immediately Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these two auto-tuning modes for the most flexible autotuning options. • The overclocking...from damaging the motherboard. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU/iGPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for the best graphics performance. 1. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves the BIOS settings, and restarts the system. ...
...ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 4-7 Chapter 4 GPU Boost Target values Current values Click to restore all startup settings Adjustment bars Undoes all the changes Applies all the changes immediately Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these two auto-tuning modes for the most flexible autotuning options. • The overclocking...from damaging the motherboard. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU/iGPU overclocking • Extreme Tuning: extreme overclocking for the best graphics performance. 1. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves the BIOS settings, and restarts the system. ...
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...3. To keep the result, click Stop. Chapter 4 4. If you want to cancel the overclocking process. Click Stop if you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. Using Extreme Tuning 1. Read the warning messages and click OK to exit.... Click Auto Tuning tab > Extreme. 2. 3. Click OK to start the autooverclocking process. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful.
...3. To keep the result, click Stop. Chapter 4 4. If you want to cancel the overclocking process. Click Stop if you did not click Stop in the previous step, TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test. Using Extreme Tuning 1. Read the warning messages and click OK to exit.... Click Auto Tuning tab > Extreme. 2. 3. Click OK to start the autooverclocking process. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating the current overclocking result. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful.
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... VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/ iGPU/DRAM overclocking performance with one switch. 2 Smart CPU Power Level - 45W CPU power usage is successful. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to enhance reliability and stability. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 4-9 To launch DIGI+ Power Control, click Tool > Power Control on...
... VRM frequency, voltage, and current for superior CPU/ iGPU/DRAM overclocking performance with one switch. 2 Smart CPU Power Level - 45W CPU power usage is successful. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to enhance reliability and stability. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 4-9 To launch DIGI+ Power Control, click Tool > Power Control on...