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... licensed under the General Public License ("GPL"), under various Free Open Source Software licenses. No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR ...after our last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by the applicable law. or (2) the serial number of this product. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND...
... licensed under the General Public License ("GPL"), under various Free Open Source Software licenses. No part of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR ...after our last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by the applicable law. or (2) the serial number of this product. 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...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 you...
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 you...
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...support Multi-VGA output support: Thunderbolt/DisplayPort/HDMI port Supports Thunderbolt Interface with max. 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 (O.C.)* / 2600 (O.C.)* / 2400... 4-WAY CrossFireX™ Technology Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology* *LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system. 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...
...support Multi-VGA output support: Thunderbolt/DisplayPort/HDMI port Supports Thunderbolt Interface with max. 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 (O.C.)* / 2600 (O.C.)* / 2400... 4-WAY CrossFireX™ Technology Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology* *LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system. 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...
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...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 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE (continued on... - DTS UltraPC II - 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 - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel (blue) Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary Storage Bluetooth Audio USB BIOS features...
...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 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE (continued on... - DTS UltraPC II - 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 - Optical S/PDIF out ports at back panel (blue) Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary Storage Bluetooth Audio USB BIOS features...
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...-Fi GO! Remote offers remote control functions using your mobile device running on the next page) xiii Anti Surge - ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS EPU - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch ASUS Wi-Fi GO! - Wi-Fi GO! Disk Unlocker - MemOK! SMART DIGI+ Key quickly delivers a higher VRM ... include DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer, Capture & Send (available with one switch. - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - USB Charger+ -
...-Fi GO! Remote offers remote control functions using your mobile device running on the next page) xiii Anti Surge - ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS EPU - Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch ASUS Wi-Fi GO! - Wi-Fi GO! Disk Unlocker - MemOK! SMART DIGI+ Key quickly delivers a higher VRM ... include DLNA Media Hub, Smart Motion Control, Remote Desktop, Remote Keyboard & Mouse, File Transfer, Capture & Send (available with one switch. - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - USB Charger+ -
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... (RJ-45) ports 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (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 O.C. ASUS Q-Slot - vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiv Tuner - vCCIO: Adjustable I/O voltage at 0.1MHz increment...
... (RJ-45) ports 4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (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 O.C. ASUS Q-Slot - vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - P8Z77-V PREMIUM specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiv Tuner - vCCIO: Adjustable I/O voltage at 0.1MHz increment...
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x 9.6 in . xv 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 additional 2 USB ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ... x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! button 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.
x 9.6 in . xv 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 additional 2 USB ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ... x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel (Q-Connector) 1 x MemOK! button 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.
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... 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! Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
... 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! Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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... 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 a cooler and quieter computing environment. ASUS SSD Caching II ASUS SSD Caching II supports Marvell® HyperDuo Plus technology, allowing you... and tweaks all fan speeds, and provides you 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...
... 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 a cooler and quieter computing environment. ASUS SSD Caching II ASUS SSD Caching II supports Marvell® HyperDuo Plus technology, allowing you... and tweaks all fan speeds, and provides you 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...
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ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-31 Chapter 1 Doing so may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install a new CPU and have not booted for the first time. Ensure that your computer and insert the jumper cap back to pins 1-2. • According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. • The system may...
ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-31 Chapter 1 Doing so may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install a new CPU and have not booted for the first time. Ensure that your computer and insert the jumper cap back to pins 1-2. • According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. • The system may...
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... System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) PCH DXE initialization is started (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-35 EF F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 - F7 F8 F9 FA FB - Code 5A 5B 5C - 5F E0...
... System Agent DXE initialization is started System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific) PCH DXE initialization is started (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-35 EF F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 - F7 F8 F9 FA FB - Code 5A 5B 5C - 5F E0...
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... A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 Description PCH DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization...
... A0 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 Description PCH DXE SMM initialization is started PCH devices initialization PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific) ACPI module initialization CSM initialization Reserved for future AMI DXE codes Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization...
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You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to the .... Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Never connect a 1394 cable to 48 MBps connection speed. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-43 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Doing so will damage...
You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to a slot opening at the back of these connectors, then install the module to the .... Connect the USB module cable to any of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to the USB connectors. Never connect a 1394 cable to 48 MBps connection speed. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 1-43 The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 6. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1112; Doing so will damage...
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The power supply plugs are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power ... with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. ATX power connectors (24...
The power supply plugs are designed to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for ATX power supply plugs. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power ... with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. • If you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • Do not forget to connect the 4-pin/8-pin EATX12 V power plug. ATX power connectors (24...
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...side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for that menu. General help At the top right corner of options. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-5 Use the navigation keys to display a list of the menu screen is not user-configurable. You cannot select an item that is a ...Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Submenu items A greater than sign (>) before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the BIOS setup program. Pop-up window with the configuration options for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected....
...side of a menu screen when there are the navigation keys for that menu. General help At the top right corner of options. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-5 Use the navigation keys to display a list of the menu screen is not user-configurable. You cannot select an item that is a ...Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Submenu items A greater than sign (>) before each item on the menu bar displays the specific items for the BIOS setup program. Pop-up window with the configuration options for the menu items. If an item is highlighted when selected....
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... Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in a specific condition. Use and keys to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Secondary...
... Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in a specific condition. Use and keys to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Use the and keys to adjust the value. Secondary...
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... Adjustment [Fast] This item appears only when you to control the power phase based on your CPU specification. DIGI+ Power Control CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. This item allows you set the CPU Power Phase Control item to enhance system... to [Manual Adjustment]. CPU Fixed Frequency [XXX] This item appears only when you set a fixed VRM frequency. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-15
... Adjustment [Fast] This item appears only when you to control the power phase based on your CPU specification. DIGI+ Power Control CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects CPU voltage. This item allows you set the CPU Power Phase Control item to enhance system... to [Manual Adjustment]. CPU Fixed Frequency [XXX] This item appears only when you set a fixed VRM frequency. Configuration options: [Ultra Fast] [Fast] [Medium] [Regular] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM 3-15
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...tolerance to 151. The thermal conditions should be monitored. iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specifications and affects the iGPU voltage. The values range from 130 to enlarge the O.C. The iGPU working voltage decreases to configure the ...: [Auto] [Regular: 100%] [Medium: 150%] [Fast: 200%] [Ultra Fast: 250%] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Use the and keys to maintain the current VRM balance. potential. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to adjust the ...
...tolerance to 151. The thermal conditions should be monitored. iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specifications and affects the iGPU voltage. The values range from 130 to enlarge the O.C. The iGPU working voltage decreases to configure the ...: [Auto] [Regular: 100%] [Medium: 150%] [Fast: 200%] [Ultra Fast: 250%] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. Use the and keys to maintain the current VRM balance. potential. Probe] Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] Select to adjust the ...
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... 1.92V with 0.005V interval. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may damage the CPU permanently. According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. VCCSA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the...
... 1.92V with 0.005V interval. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may damage the CPU permanently. According to Intel CPU specifications, DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. VCCSA Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the...
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... C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition.
... C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. Intel® Virtualization Technology [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run faster than the marked frequency in a specific condition.