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ASUS P8Z77-V LE User's Manual

1. o c E aoon E fm P8Z77 V LE Onboard LED 2 DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off in sequence during motherboard booting process If an error is found the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved This user friendly design provides an intuitional way to locate the root problem within a second E nanon fmm P8Z77 V LE DRAM LED ASUS P8Z77 V LE DRAM LED 2 19 4 BIOS FLBKLED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS FLBK function is enabled pu ERI n oo g i i FLBK_LED a gt E Danon ef P8Z77 V LE FLBK LED 4 EPULED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable EPU LED P8Z77 V LE EPU LED 5 TPULED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable SER UU CH TPU LED P8Z77 V LE TPU LED 2 20 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 2 8 Internal connectors 1 Intel Z77 Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_1 2 gray These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6
2. eeeerner nnne tnnt nnne 4 1 4 2 1 Running the support DVD eee 4 1 4 2 2 Obtaining the software manuals see 4 2 4 3 Software information eene nennen tnnt tnnt ntes 4 3 4 3 1 Al Suite I citas tte tot tener mete cina 4 3 4 3 2 Udo EE 4 4 4 3 3 DIGI Power CONtrol eene 4 8 4 3 4 i M H R 4 9 4 3 5 FAN Xperty i 4 10 Contents 4 3 6 Probeill ia lia iii 4 11 4 3 7 USB 3 0 BOOSL erit entertain Ren kk dde 4 12 4 3 8 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard ses 4 13 4 3 9 My iBere cr 4 15 4 3 10 Audio configurations seen 4 17 44 Introduction to Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies 4 18 4 4 1 System Requirements for Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness techrolodiBS s Liter ttes freti erede flere eese x osi ai 4 18 4 4 2 Intel Smart Response Technology ess 4 20 4 4 3 Intel Rapid Start Technology see 4 21 4 4 4 Intel Smart Connect Technology see 4 27 4 5 RAID configurations eene eene tenente tente tenete tenen 4 30 4 5 1 RAID definitions n retten itin 4 30 4 5 2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks see 4 31 4 5 8 Setting the RAID item in BIOS sees 4
3. P8Z77 V LE Serial port COM1 connector LA The serial port bracket COM1 module is purchased separately ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 21 3 USB 2 0 connectors 10 1 pin USB 3 10 These connectors are for USB 2 0 ports Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis These USB connectors comply with USB 2 0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed ina bug g USB910 USB78 USB56 USB34 ia ae 4 x 4 zii Bee aee Bae Qi gui Gua odd omo momo mma omma DNNZO NNNZO oo0o0zo NNNZO 2252502 22202 22202 22202 LILULIL TITTI LILILL TITTI T iilii iilii 2 HTF HIF HTF HIF pnt ee ILIAD PMZAAD PNTA sD PLES atl eons fang D gla D ml Dal B mg 988 2288 299 288 qucm 253 58 38 58 P8Z77 V LE USB2 0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard YA The USB module cable is purchased separately 4 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio I O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC 97 audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio I O module cable to this connector a a BP de co E E B o
4. 2009 125 EC ErP Directive Regulation EC No 1275 2008 EN 62301 2005 Regulation EC No 642 2009 Regulation EC No 278 2009 EN 62301 2005 EN 62301 2005 Ver 111121 RICE marking EC conformity markina Position CEO Name Jerry Shen 2 Declaration Date Feb 6 2012 e nu gt Year to begin affixing CE marking 2012 Signature A 4 Appendices DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2 1077 a C Responsible Party Name Asus Computer International Address 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 Phone Fax No 510 739 3777 510 608 4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name Motherboard Model Number P8Z77 V LE Conforms to the following specifications X FCC Part 15 Subpart B Unintentional Radiators FCC Part 15 Subpart C Intentional Radiators FCC Part 15 Subpart E Intentional Radiators Supplementary Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Representative Person s Name Steve Chang President Signature Date Feb 6 2012 Ver 110101 ASUS P82Z77 V LE A 5
5. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS Doing so can cause system boot failure 3 38 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 10 4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process LA The succeeding utility screens are for reference only The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown Before updating BIOS 1 Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32 16 format and single partition 2 Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http support asus com and save them on the USB flash drive NTFS is not supported under DOS environment Do not save the BIOS file and BIOS Updater to a hard disk drive or USB flash drive in NTFS format Do not save the BIOS file to a floppy disk due to low disk capacity 3 Turn off the computer and disconnect all SATA hard disk drives optional Booting the system in DOS environment 1 Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port 2 Boot your computer When the ASUS Logo appears press F8 to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device Plez Iole del SATA XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB XXXXXXX
6. Address City HARKORT STR 21 23 40880 RATINGEN Country GERMANY declare the following apparatus Product name Motherboard Model name P8Z77 V LE conform with the essential requirements EK2004 108 EC EMC Directive of the following directives DX EN 55022 2006 A1 2007 EN 55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 DX EN 61000 3 2 2006 K EN 61000 3 3 2008 EN 55013 2001 A1 2003 A2 2006 EN 55020 2007 1999 5 EC R amp TTE Directive EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 10 EN 301 489 1 V1 2008 04 EN 300 440 1 V1 4 1 2008 05 EN 300 440 2 V1 2 1 2008 03 8 EN 301 489 3 V1 4 1 2002 08 3 EN 301 511 V9 0 2 2003 03 EN 301 489 7 V1 3 1 2005 11 EN 301 908 1 V3 2 1 2007 05 EN 301 489 4 V1 3 1 2002 08 EN 301 489 9 V1 4 1 2007 11 EN 301 908 2 V3 2 1 2007 05 EN 301 489 17 V2 1 1 2009 05 EN 301 893 V1 4 1 2005 03 EN 301 489 24 V1 4 1 2007 09 EN 302 544 2 V1 1 1 2009 01 EN 302 326 2 V1 2 2 2007 06 EN 50360 2001 EN 302 326 3 V1 3 1 2007 09 EN 50371 2002 EN 301 357 2 V1 3 1 2006 05 EN 50385 2002 EN 302 623 V1 1 1 2009 01 42006 95 EC LVD Directive K EN 60950 1 A11 2009 EN 60065 2002 A1 2006 A11 2008 EN 60950 1 A12 2011 EN 60065 2002 A12 2011
7. Appendices Appendices A 6
8. For Windows XP select Add Remove For Windows 7 select Uninstall 5 Turn off your computer ASUS P8Z77 V LE 5 1 5 1 3 Installing two CrossFireX graphics cards l The following pictures are for reference only The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models but the installation steps remain the same 1 Prepare two CrossFireX ready graphics cards 2 Insertthe two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi graphics card installation 3 Ensure that the cards are properly seated on the slots 4 X Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card Ensure that the connector is firmly in place goldfingers CrossFireX bridge bundled with graphics cards 5 Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two f graphics cards separately 6 Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card 5 2 Chapter 5 Multiple GPU technology support 5 1 4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers A Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology Download the latest driver from the AMD website www amd com 5 1 5 Enabling th
9. 1066 MHz non ECC un buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile XMP Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs Please refer to Memory QVL for details Integrated Graphics Processor Intel HD Graphics support Multi VGA output support DisplayPort HDMI DVI RGB port Supports DisplayPort with max resolution up to 2560 x 1600 60Hz Supports HDMI with max resolution up to 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports DVI with max resolution up to 1920 x 1200 60Hz Supports RGB with max resolution up to 2048 x 1536 75Hz Supports Intel InTru 3D Insider Quick Sync Video Clear Video HD Technology HD Graphics Maximum shared memory of 1696MB Supports ATI Quad GPU CrossFirex Technology Supports LucidLogix Virtu MVP Technology Disable PCle x1_1 and PCle x1_2 slots and manual set the PCle x16_2 to x4 mode in BIOS when configure CrossFireX with dual graphics cards LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows 7 Operating Systems 1 x PCI Express 3 0 2 0 x16 slot blue x16 mode 1 x PCI Express 2 0 x16 slot black max x4 mode compatible with PCle x1 and PCle x4 devices 2 x PCI Express 2 0 x1 slots 3 x PCI slots PCle 3 0 speed is supported by Intel 3 generation Core processors The PCle x16_2 slot shares the bandwidth with the PCle x1_1 slot and PCle x1_2 slot The default setting is x2 mode Go to the BIOS
10. 9 10 9 27 1 50V GEIL GE34GB2133C9DC XMP 2GB 9 9 9 28 1 65V GEIL GU34GB2133C9DC XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB Di 9 9 9 28 1 65V KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2x 2GB Di 1 65V KINGSTON KHXeIGSCOADGXeK2AGX XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS gt 911 927 _1 65V KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K4 8GX XMP 8GB 4 x 2GB 9 11 9 27 1 65V KINGSTON _KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4 8GX XMP _ 8GB 4x 2GB 1 65V P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2000MHz capability Vendors Part No SS Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional Do SMOD 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs Apacer 78 AAGD5 9KD XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB x 9 9 9 27 CORSAIR CMZ4GX3M2A2000C10 XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 10 10 10 27 CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8 XMP _ 6GB 3 x 2GB 8 9 8 24 G SKILL F3 16000CLOD AGBFLS XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 24 G SKILL F3 16000CL9D 4GBTD XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 27 G SKILL F3 16000CL6T 6GBPIS XMP 6GB 3x 2GB 69 24 GEIL GUP34GB2000C9DC XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 9 9 9 28 KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K2 4GB 2x 2GB 4GX XMP KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K2 4GB 2x 2GB 4GX XMP KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K2 4GB 2 x 2GB 4GX XMP KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3W1K3 6GB 3x 2GB 6GX XMP KINGSTON KHX2000C9AD3T1K3 6GB 3x 2GB 6GX XMP ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 7 P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR31866MHz capability Vendors Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket suppor
11. Fast 200 Ultra Fast 250 VA The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU configuration iGPU Load line Calibration Auto Allows you to set the iGPU Load line Calibration Configuration options Auto Regular High Extreme iGPU Current Capability 100 Allows you to set the iGPU Current Capability Configuration options 100 110 120 130 Do not remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI VRM related parrameters N The thermal conditions should be monitored keypad and press the Enter key You can also use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and press the Enter key PP Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric DRAM Current Capability 100 Allows you to set the DRAM Current Capability Configuration options 100 110 120 130 DRAM Voltage Frequency Auto Allows you to set the DRAM Voltage Frequency automatically or manually Configuration options Auto Manual DRAM Fixed Frequency Mode XXX This item appears only when you set the DRAM Voltage item to Manual and allows you to set a fixed DRAM frequency Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 300k Hz to 500k Hz with a 50k Hz interval ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 11 DRAM Power Phase Control Auto Allows you to set the DRAM Power Phase Co
12. KVR1600D3N11 2G ES 2GB D1288JPN DPLD9U 1 35V 1 5V KINGSTON KINGSTON KHX1600C7D3K2 4GX XMP KHX1600C8D3K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2x 2GB 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V 1 65V KINGSTON KHX1600C8D3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3LK2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB XMP 1 35V KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3X2K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 65V KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1K3 6GX XMP 6GB 3x 2GB 1 65V KINGSTON KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3 6GX XMP KHX1600C9D3T1BK3 6GX XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 6GB 3 x 2GB DS 1 65V KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2 8GX XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB DS KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2 8G 8GB 2 x 4GB DS Super Talent WA160UX6G9 6GB 3 x 2GB DS Transcend JM1600KLN 8GK DS Transcend TK483 PCW3 8GB 4GBx2 Asint SLZ3128M8 EGJ1D XMP DS Asint 3128M8 GJ1D 2GB Elixir Mushkin P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1333MHz M2P2G64CB8HC9N DG XMP 998659 XMP capability Vendors A DATA A DATA A DATA A DATA A DATA A DATA A DATA Part No AD31333001GOU AD3U1333C2G9 AD6311B0823EV AM2U139C2P1 AX3U1333C2G9 BP AD31333G001GOU AXDU1333GC2 G9 2G XMP 2GB DS B 6GB 3x2GB DS Chip Brand Chip NO 1GB A Data AD30908C8D 151C E0906 2GB 2GB 2GB 2GB 3GB 8x 1GB 4GB 2x 2GB A DATA A Data ADATA 3CCD 1509
13. PCI ROM Priority Legacy ROM Allows you to select which PCI Option ROM to launch in case there are multiple Option ROMs Legacy and EFI compatible Configuration options Legacy ROM EFI Compatible ROM Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system YA Toselectthe boot device during system startup press F8 when ASUS Logo appears To access Windows OS in Safe Mode do any of the following Press lt F5 gt when ASUS Logo appears Press lt F8 gt after POST Boot Override These items displays the available devices The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system Click an item to start booting from the selected device Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions Select an item then press lt Enter gt to display the submenu PSUS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode gt ASUS O C Profile gt ASUS SPD Information 3 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2 When you press lt Enter gt a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press lt Enter gt to confirm your choice For more details refer to section 3 10 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2
14. 1 35V low voltage ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDFO0 DJ F 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 35V low voltage G SKILL F3 10600CL8 D 2GBHK XMP 1GB SS G SKILL G SKILL F3 10600CL 9D 2GBNQ 2GB 2x 1GB SS 9 9 9 24 1 5V G SKILL F3 10666CL7 T 3GBPK XMP 3GB 8x 1GB SS 7 7 7 18 G SKILL F3 10666CL8D 4GBECO XMP 4GB 2x 2GB DS 8 8 8 8 24 G SKILL F3 10666CL 7T 6GBPK XMP 6GB 3x 2GB G SKILL F3 10666C L7D 8GBRH XMP 8GB 2x 4GB DS DS 7 7 7 18 7 7 7 21 1 5V GEIL GET316GB1333C9QC 16GB 4x 4GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V GEIL GV32GB1333C9DC 2GB 2x 1GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB 2x 2GB DS GL1L128M88BA12N 9 9 9 24 1 3V low voltage GEIL GV34GB1333C9DC 4GB 2x 2GB DS 9 9 9 24 1 5V GEIL GVP34GB1333C7DC 4GB 2x 2GB DS 7 7 7 24 1 5V Hynix HMT112U6TFR8A H9 1GB SS Hynix H5TC1G83TFRH9A 1 35V low Hynix HMT325U6BFR8C H9 2GB ss Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRH9C voltage HMT125U6TFR8A H9 2GB DS Hynix H5TC1G83TFRH9A 1 35V low voltage HMT351U6BFR8C H9 4GB DS Hynix H5TQ2G83BFRH9C KINGMAX FLFD45F B8KL9 NAES 1GB SS KINGMAX KKB8FNWBFGNX 27A KINGMAX FLFE85F C8KF9 CAES 2GB SS KINGMAX KFC8FMFXF DXX 15A KINGMAX FLFE85F C8K
15. Kingston KHX2250C9D3T1K2 4GX XMP 4GB 2x 2GB DS The 2250MHz memory modules above are supported on Intel 3rd generation processors by this motherboard however the actual frequency support varied depending on the O C margin of the installed CPU Due to Intel 2nd generation processors behavior DDR3 2200 and above 2000 1800 MHz memory module runs at DDR3 2133 1866 1600 MHz frequency as default P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2200MHz capability Vendors Part No SS Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 3B Subiti Ollio DS Brand NO G SKILL F3 17600CL8D 4GBPS XMP 4GB 2x 2GB DS 88824 165V KINGMAX FLKEBSSF BBKJAFEIH XMP 4GB 2x2GB DS 1 5V 1 7V The 2200MHz memory modules above are supported on Intel 3rd generation processors by this motherboard however the actual frequency support varied depending on the O C margin of the installed CPU Due to Intel 2nd generation processors behavior DDR3 2200 and above 2000 1800 MHz memory module runs at DDR3 2133 1866 1600 MHz frequency as default P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2133MHz capability Vendors Part No SS Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional DS Brand NO 1 DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs A DATA AX3U21 33GC2G9B DG2 XMP 2GB 9 11 9 27 1 55 1 75V CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A2133C9 XMP 4GB 2x 2GB id 9 10 9 24 1 65V CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2B2133C9 XMP 4GB 2x 2GB
16. P8Z77 V LE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM 1 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 2 Move the jumper cap from pins 1 2 default to pins 2 3 Keep the cap on pins 2 3 for about 5 10 seconds then move the cap back to pins 1 2 3 Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer Hold down the lt Del gt key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re enter data Except when clearing the RTC RAM never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default e position Removing the cap will cause system boot failure If the steps above do not help remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data After clearing the CMOS reinstall the battery You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking For system failure due to overclocking use the C P R CPU Parameter Recall feature Shut down and reboot the system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 15 2 2 6 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to fine tune performance when working on a bare or open case system This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance 1 MemOK switch Installing DIMMs that are incompatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK switch lights continuously Press and hold the MemOK switch until the DRAM_LED st
17. Som f oo o Su 42 F NONO DDOR AAFP PIN 1 PIN1 zegon ggr ERREUR 283 3 900 90 o g daa u a 5 5 x a HD audio compliant Legacy AC 97 pin definition compliant definition LE Front panel audio connector We recommend that you connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard s high definition audio capability If you want to connect a high definition front panel audio module to this connector set the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS setup to HD Audio if you want to connect an AC 97 front panel audio module to this connector set the item to AC 97 By default this connector is set to HD Refer to 3 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details 2 22 Chapter 2 Hardware information 5 Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT This connector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port Connect the S PDIF Out module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis ea eee m ams 2 E TC reer ue 9 RT a aao 0 cq o a 6 II 9 0 EH L1 eue PES NOC Qe r gt SPDIF_OUT P8Z77 V LE Digital audio connector L4 The S PDIF module is purchased separately 6 CPU chassis and power fan connectors 4 pin CPU FAN 4 pin CHA FAN1 2 3 pin PWR FAN Connect the fan cables to the f
18. 003 VCCI Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement in m o m RECON ERSE ov c COREL TNOSKETESESESUSQUENG VCO 08872672 AOAR TIOIORRZSEENRIOEMSRLILEMERLIURTS DOUNK ODTOTLES 379 MEMLTEFSREE ERECTISIET TIL ESO IT uguRTE CHoTELeKoReeL Tav KC Korea Warning Statement BH 77 OAE BEB e 77 7b8 98 32353312 7 7 4 FE AMAA 4 amp 3 5 AF 5425 ej ZE ASH ASE USS 24 329v 924324 Head 9923 9249922 28092 44 t 5934 ug REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm enable proper reuse of parts and recycling This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in psa DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste This product has been designed to i municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DO NOT throw the mercury containing button cell battery in municipal waste This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste ASUS Recycling Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products ba
19. 3 9 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors Chapter 2 Hardware information Layout contents Connectors Jumpers Slots CPU Chassis and power fan connectors 4 pin CPU_FAN 4 pin CHA_FAN1 2 3 pin PWR_FAN ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V EPU switch EPU LED EPU_LED Intel CPU socket DDR3 DIMM sockets MemOK button DRAM LED USB 3 0 connector 20 1 pin USB3_56 Onboard LED SB_PWR BIOS_FLBK button BIOS_FLBK LED Intel Z77 Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA3G_1 4 blue Marvell Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA 6G_E1 navy blue Intel Z77 Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_1 2 gray System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC USB connectors 10 1 pin USB3 10 TPU LED TPU_LED TPU switch L O N OAN1 A WN Serial port connectors 10 1 pin COM1 Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP Digital audio connector 4 1 pin SPDIF_OUT ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 3 24 2 2 2 Central Processing Unit CPU The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel 3 2 Generation Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium Celeron Processors P8Z77 V LE CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that all power cable
20. BIOS utility must be enabled for MyLogo to take effect 4 16 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 10 Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8 channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio experience on your computer The software provides Jack Detection function S PDIF Out support and interrupt capability The CODEC also includes the Realtek proprietary UAJ Universal Audio Jack technology for all audio ports eliminating cable connection errors and giving users plug and play convenience Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek Audio Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed you will find the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar Double click on the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio Manager Realtek HD Audio Manager A Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows 7 Configuration option tabs vary with the audio devices connected Device advanced settings Information button 1 Exit button Minimize button Control settings Set default device buttons Connector settings Analog and digital connector status B Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Exit button Configuration it butto options Minimize button Control settings window t la Sd E O Information button YA Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS we
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22. Extreme Read through the warning messages and click OK to start auto overclocking TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU and memory and restarts the system After re entering Windows a message appears indicating the current overclocking result To keep the result click Stop If you did not click Stop in the previous step TurboV automatically starts further system overclocking and stability test An animation appears indicating the overclocking process Click Stop if you want to cancel the Overclocking process TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system After re entering TETTES Windows a message appears 4092 m t 2H indicating auto tuning success Click OK to exit Asu Tesiog Sacem ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 7 2 ty ao er A 4 3 3 DIGI Power Control DIGI PowerControl allows you to adjust the VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability It also provides profile settings to achieve the highest power efficiency generating less heat to prolong component lifespan and minimize power loss After installing AI Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch DIGI Power Control by clicking Tool gt DIGI Power Control on the Al Suite Il main menu bar Select CPU Power or DRAM Power to adjust the power control settings Smart DIGI Function description Smart DIGI Key Quickly delivers a higher VRM frequency voltage
23. MB VA The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect SPD which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module Under the default state some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the vendor marked value To operate at the vendor marked or at a higher frequency refer to section 3 4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment For system stability use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load 4 DIMMs or overclocking condition AN Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No SS Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support DS Brand NO Optional 1 DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs Transcend _TX2400KLU 4GK 381850 XMP 4GB 2x2GB SS 1 65V_ The 2400MHz memory modules above are supported on Intel 3rd generation processors by this motherboard however the actual frequency support varied depending on the O C margin of the installed CPU Due to Intel 2nd generation processors behavior DDR3 2200 and above 2000 1800 MHz memory module runs at DDR3 2133 1866 1600 MHz frequency as default Chapter 2 Hardware information P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 2250MHz capability Vendors Part No SS Chip Chip Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional DS Brand NO 1DIMM 2DIMMs _4 DIMMs
24. Memory Threshold When the partition size is larger than the Active Page Threshold size the system will try to support the Intel R Rapid Start Technology When the item is set to zero the system automatically checks whether the partition size is enough at S3 entry Key in the desired value using the numeric keypad Intel R Smart Connect Technology ISCT Configuration Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration Configuration options Enabled Disabled 3 18 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port Sus UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Ai Tweake Advanced anced SATA Configuration gt S M A R T Status Check Enablec Hot Plug Hot Plug Hot Plug Hot Plug Hot Plug Scroll down to display the following items Hot Plug SATA Mode Selection AHCI Allows you to set the SATA configuration IDE Mode Set to IDE Mode when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices AHCI Mode Set to AHCI Mode when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to int
25. NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu See section 3 9 Exit Menu for details 3 10 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file A The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website If you want to use the newer BIOS file download the file at support asus com and save it to a USB flash drive Before using this utility rename the BIOS file in the removable device into P8Z77VLE CAP Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive containing the BIOS file to the USB port 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically 4 The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting To ensure System compatibility and stability we recommend that you press F5 to load default BIOS values
26. PCle 2 0 Total bandwidth for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32GB s double the 16GB s of PCle 2 0 in x16 mode As such PCle 3 0 provides users unprecedented data speeds combined with the convenience and seamless transition offered by complete backward compatibility with PCle 1 0 and PCle 2 0 devices PCle 3 0 will become a must have feature for users who wish to improve and optimize graphic performance as well as have the latest technology available to them PCle 3 0 speed is supported by Intel 3 generation Core processors S PDIF out connector at the back I O This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via the optical S PDIF SONY PHILIPS Digital Interface out connecor at the back I O The S PDIF transfers digital audio without converting it to analog format and keeps the best signal quality Gigabit LAN solution The onboard LAN controller is a highly integrated Gb LAN controller It is enhanced with an ACPI management function to provide efficient power management for advanced operating systems 8 channel high definition audio The onboard 8 channel HD audio High Definition Audio previously codenamed Azalia CODEC enables high quality 192KHz 24 bit audio output and jack detect feature that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection which means there will be no more confusion
27. SS Chip NO Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Optional Ds 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs CT12864BA1067 8FF 1GB Micron 9GF22D9KPT CT25664BA1067 16FF 2GB Micron 9HF22D9KPT E EBJ10UE8EDFO AE F 1GB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 35V low voltage EBJ21UE8EDFO AE F 2GB ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F 1 35V low voltage KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7 1G 1GB ELPIDA J1108BFSE DJ F 1 5V low profile KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7 2G 2GB ELPIDA J1108BDSE DJ F 1 5V KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7 4G 4GB Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR 1 5V Micron MT8JTF12864AZ 1GB Micron 9GF22D9KPT 1G1F1 Micron MT16JTF25664AZ 2GB Micron 9HF22D9KPT 1G1F1 Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3 8500 Hynix H5TQ1G83AFP G Side s SS Single sided DS Double sided DIMM support 1DIMM Supports one 1 module inserted into any slot as Single channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot 2DIMMs Supports two 2 modules inserted into either the blue slots or the black slots as one pair of Dual channel memory configuration We suggest that you install the modules into slots A2 and B2 for better compatibility 4DIMMs Supports four 4 modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual channel memory configuration AN ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs Load the X M P or D O C P settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support Visit the A
28. Suite Il One stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its user friendly interface ASUS Al Suite Il consolidates ASUS features into one simple to use software package It allows you you to supervise overclocking energy management fan speed control voltage and sensor readings All in one software offers diverse and ease to use functions with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities ASUS MyLogo2 This feature allows you to convert your favorite photo into a 256 color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen Precision Tweaker 2 Allows you to fine tune the VCore voltage in 0 005V steps and DRAM voltage in 0 00625V steps to achieve the most precise setting for the ultimate overclocking configuration C P R CPU Parameter Recall The BIOS C P R feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure C P R eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data Simply shut down and reboot the system and the BIOS automatically restores the CPU parameters to their default settings 1 3 4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ASUS Quiet Thermal solution makes system more stable and enhances the overclocking capability Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU fan speed according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC s loa
29. USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS MyLogo 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q Design ASUS Q Slot ASUS Precision Tweaker 2 exclusive vCore Adjustable CPU voltage at 0 005V increment overclocking vCCSA 190 step system agent voltge control features vDRAM Bus 187 step Memory voltage control vPCH 190 step Chipset voltage control iGPU 127 step iGPU voltage control vCPU_PLL 1 step CPU amp PCH PLLvoltage control SFS Stepless Frequency Selection BCLK PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at 0 1MHz increment Overclocking Protection ASUS C P R CPU Parameter Recall continued on the next page P8Z77 V LE specifications summary Rear panel I O ports Internal I O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Support DVD Form factor 1 x PS 2 keyboard mouse combo port 1 x DisplayPort 1 x Optical S PDIF out port 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN RJ 45 port 1 x eSATA port 4 x USB 3 0 2 0 ports blue 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback 2 x USB 2 0 1 1 ports 8 channel audio I O ports 1 x USB 3 0 2 0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports 19 pin 4 x USB 2 0 1 1 connectors support additional 8 USB ports 3 x SATA 6 0Gb s connectors 2 x gray 1 x navy blue 4 x SATA 3 0Gb s connectors blue 1 x COM port connector 1x CPU Fan connector 4 pin 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 4 pin 1 x Power Fan connector 3 pin 1 x Front
30. V LE 4 31 The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options AN The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen VA The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set 1 From the utility main menu select 1 Create RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears CREATE VOLUME MENU Name RAIDO Stripe Select Disks 128KB 0 0 GB N A Create Volume Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less 2 Enter a name for the RAID set and press Enter 3 When the RAID Level item is selected press the up down arrow key to select a RAID level to create and then press Enter 4 When the Disks item is selected press Enter to select the hard disk drives you want to include in the RAID set The SELECT DISKS screen appears 4 32 Chapter 4 Software support 5 Use the up down arrow key to select a drive and then press Space to select A small triangle marks the selected drive Press lt Enter gt after completing your selection 6 Use the up down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array for RAID 0 10 and 5 only and then press lt Enter gt The available stripe size values range from 4KB to 128KB The following are typical val
31. and PCH Voltage in Windows environment and takes effect in real time without exiting and rebooting the OS I Refer to the CPU documentation before adjusting CPU voltage settings Setting a high a voltage may damage the CPU permanently and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable A For system stability all changes made in TurboV will not be saved to BIOS settings and will not be kept on the next system boot Use the Save Profile function to save your customized overclocking settings and manually load the profile after Windows starts Click to select Mode Load profile Save the current Target values settings as a new profile Current values Voltage Click to show A ajusten bars settings Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes Click to restore t all start up immediately settings A For advanced overclock ability adjust first the BIOS items and then proceed more detailed adjustments Chapter 4 Software support Using Advanced Mode Click More Settings and then click the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings Advanced mode Voltage Target values Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes Click to restore immediately all start up settings CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio 1 Click Manual Mode and then click the CPU Ratio tab Click the ON button to activate CPU Ratio 3 You will requested to
32. channel Speakers M A Connect to 5 1 channel Speakers LITT i gt nn Jj AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS INPUTS ol ca o o Lil 6 Ns A Connect to 7 1 channel Speakers 2 42 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 4 Starting up for the first time After making all the connections replace the system case cover Be sure that all switches are off Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector Turn on the devices in the following order a Monitor b External SCSI devices starting with the last device on the chain C System power 6 After applying power the system power LED on the system front panel case lights up For systems with ATX power supplies the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button If your monitor complies with the green standards or if it has a power standby feature the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to green after the system LED turns on Qv de Da The system then runs the power on self tests or POST While the tests are running the BIOS beeps see the BIOS beep codes table below or additional messages appear on the screen If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power the system may have failed a power on test Check th
33. configuration 1 Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays 2 Connectthe SATA signal cables 3 Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive 4 5 3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID set s using SATA HDDs To do this 1 Enter the BIOS Setup during POST 2 Go to the Advanced menu gt SATA Configuration and then press Enter 3 Setthe SATA Mode item to RAID Mode 4 Save your changes and then exit the BIOS Setup YA Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup AN Due to chipset limitation when set any of SATA ports to RAID mode all SATA ports run at RAID mode together 4 5 4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 1 Turn on the system 2 During POST press Ctrl lt l gt to display the utility main menu Intel R Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM v10 5 1 1070 Copyright C 2003 10 Intel Corporation All Rights Reserved Recovery Volume Options e e Acceleration Options 3 Reset Disks to Non RAID Exit RAID Volumes None defined Physical Devices Port Device Model Serial Size Type Status Vol ID 0 ST3160812AS 9LSOHJA4 149 0GB 1 ST3160812AS 9LSOF4HL 149 0GB 2 ST3160812AS 3LSOJYL8 149 0GB 3 ST3160812AS 9LSOBJ5H 149 0GB 14 Seiect ESC Exit ENTER Select Menu ASUS P8Z77
34. entering the BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the ba Setup Mode item in section 3 7 Boot memu for details Clicks to display all fan Selects the display language of speeds if available the BIOS setup program Displays the CPU motherboard temperature Exits the BIOS setup program without saving CPU 5V 3 3V 12V voltage output the changes saves the changes and resets the CPU chassis power fan speed system or enters the Advanced Mode Exit Advanced Mode Mm P8Z77 V LE English BIOS Version 0227 LD CPU Type Genuine Intel R CPU 2 90GHz Speed 2900 MHz Monday 9 13 2010 Total Memory 1024 MB DDR3 1033MHz i Temperature F voltage hp Fan Speed CPU_FAN RPM CHA FAN1 CHA FAN2 V A PWR FAN L System Performance Performance Energy Saving Normal Boot Priority Use the inouse to drag or keyboard to navigate to Hecide the Hot priority Shortdut F3 Advanced Mode F7 Boot Menu F8 Default F5 Displays the Advanced mode menus Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the Advanced mode functions Selects the boot device priority Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side VA The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system The Boot Menu F8 button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system 3 2 Chapter 3 BIOS s
35. gt key Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable If this e happens revert to the default settings CPU Power Management The sub items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non turbo CPU ratio Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Disabled Disables this function Enabled The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production Turbo Mode Enabled This item appears only when you set the EIST item to Enabled Enabled Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions Disabled Disables this function The following three items appear only when you set both the EIST and Turbo Mode items to Enabled ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 9 3 10 Long Duration Power Limit Auto Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Long Duration Maintained Auto Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Short Duration Power Limit Auto Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Primary Plane Current Limit Auto Maximum i
36. interaction Key benefits are expedited hard drive speeds reduced load and wait times and maximized storage utilization Power consumption also goes down by reducing unnecessary hard drive spin AN Before applying Intel Smart Response Technology setting the SATA Mode BIOS item to RAID mode in BIOS setup is necessary Refer to section 3 5 3 SATA Configuration for details Installing Intel Smart Response Technology 1 Place the support DVD to the optical drive The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature Click the Drivers tab then click Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver software Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation Using the Intel Smart Response Technology 1 Click Accelerate to launch Smart Response Technology settings 2 Select the SSD you want to use to accelerate your storage system b Select the size allocated for SSD caching c Select which HDD for caching d Enhanced mode WRITE THROUGH write to SSD and HDD at the same time ees stadi Maximized mode WRITE BACK write to SSD and write back to HDD in a later time E 4 20 Chapter 4 Software support i on en eee a 3 Select Disable Acceleration to disable v this function and select Change Mode to DE eg switch acceleration mode to Enhanced Rendi feta ann Maximized TIA pe ests eigen c D e Pr To enable Intel Smart Response Technology y
37. partition x x number and press Enter DISKPRHT elect partition 2 Part it ior is now the selected partition YA The value x refers to a disk number where you want to delete the store partition 6 Type delete partition override and press Enter The diskpart utility deletes the selected partition override 800 GB Unallocated Te In the desktop click Start right click Computer and click Manage 8 In the Computer Management window click Disk Management right click the DIL ee 2 eee sc shrinked new volume and select Extend sport re Volume Masking Prumary Parton radicc stat mi Explore 9 As the Extend Volume Wizard appears click Next ex Welcome to the Extend Volume Wirar 4 26 Chapter 4 Software support 10 Click Next after selecting the default WII selected disk M ae OR t9 Pero Yo mtem an n rmn MD vv Vestes nean amaia vu Suini Pa meh pm M ne be i _ 11 Extend volume setup is completed Click Finish to recover the Intel Rapid Start Technology partition 12 Reboot the system after deleting the partition 13 Goto Start gt Control Panel gt Programs gt Programs and Features gt to remove the Intel Rapid Start Manager for the complete deletion of Intel Rapid Start Technology 4 4 4 Intel Smart Connect Technology The Intel Smart Connect Technology is a feature that provides the latest content updates and energy efficienc
38. password After you clear the password the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking related items Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard Utility Advanced Mode ua e Ai Tweaker Turbo Ratio Internal PLL Overvoltage CPU bus speed DRAM speed ration mode Memory Frequency IGPU Max Frequency EPU Power Saving Mode gt OC Tuner gt DRAM Timing Control gt CPU Power Management gt DIGI Power Control Scroll down to display the following items CPU Voltage CPU Offset Mode Sign CPU Offset Voltage IGPU Voltage iGPU Offset Mode Sign IGPU Offset Voltage DRAM Voltage VCCSA Voltage PCH Voltage CPU PLL Voltage CPU Spread Spectrum ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 7 3 8 Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options Auto Loads the optimal settings for the system Manual Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters BCLK PCIE Frequency XXX Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the sy
39. power saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Advanced settings for each mode Multiple system operating modes Displays the system properties of each mode e Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU e Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button MESSEN Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 10 4 3 5 FAN Xpert Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC s system loading The built in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment Launching FAN Xpert After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch FAN Xpert by clicking Tool gt FAN Xpert on the Al Suite Il main menu bar Using FAN Xpert Click Fan Name to select a fan and then click Setting to select a preset mode for your selected fan Click to select a fan type Click to select a fan profile Click to apply the settings Click to discard the settings Fan settin
40. restart the system Click Yes to make the change take effect Applies all changes Click to restore immediately all start up settings Undoes all changes without applying vr a o ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 5 4 Drag the adjustment bar upwards or downwards to the desired value Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to Auto before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV Refer to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores which vary with your CPU model Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes providing the most flexible auto tuning options N The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard a better thermal environment is strongly recommended Fast Tuning fast CPU overclocking Extreme Tuning extreme overclocking for CPU and memory Using Fast Tuning 1 Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click Fast 2 Read through the warning messages and click OK to start auto overclocking 4 6 Chapter 4 Software support Using Extreme Tuning TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU saves BIOS settings and restarts the system After amp re TI re entering Windows a message x appears indicating auto tuning success Click OK to exit Auto Tuning Success 12504 OB 1 Click the Auto Tuning tab and then click
41. setup to change the settings continued on the next page P8Z77 V LE specifications summary Storage ASUS unique features Intel Z77 Express Chipset 2x Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors gray with RAID 0 1 5 10 support 4x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s connectors blue with RAID 0 1 5 10 support Supports Intel Smart Response Technology Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel Smart Connect Technology Marvell PCle SATA 6Gb s controller 1 x eSATA portat the back I O 6 0 Gb s ready 1x Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors navy blue Supports on Intel Core processor family with Windows 7 Operating Systems These SATA ports are for data storage only ATAPI devices are not supported Realtek 8111F Gigabit LAN controller Realtek ALC892 8 channel High Definition Audio CODEC Support 192khz 24bit BD lossless sound BD Audio Layer Content Protection Supports Jack Detection Multi streaming and Front Panel Jack Retasking Optical S PDIF out ports at back I O Intel Z77 Express Chipset supports ASUS USB 3 0 Boost UASP Mode 2x USB 3 0 2 0 ports at the mid board for front panel support 2xUSB3 0 2 0 ports at the back panel blue Intel Z77 Express Chipset 10x USB 2 0 ports 8 ports at mid board 2 ports at back panel ASMedia USB 3 0 controllers supports ASUS USB 3 0 Boost UASP Mode 2x USB 3 0 ports at back panel blue The USB 3 0 ports only support Windows 7 or later ver
42. the latest BIOS file for this motherboard The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program 1 ASUS Update Updates the BIOS in Windows environment 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted 4 ASUS BIOS Updater Updates and backups the BIOS in DOS environment using the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash disk drive Refer to the corresponding sections for details on these utilities AN Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities 3 10 1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage save and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment The ASUS Update utility allows you to Update the BIOS directly from the Internet Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file View the BIOS version information This utility is available in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider ISP Launching ASUS Update After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD laun
43. to generate a wake on LAN feature of the Intel Realtek LAN device Power On By Ring Disabled Disabled Disables Ring to generate a wake event Enabled Enables Ring to generate a wake event Power On By RTC Disabled Disabled Disables RTC to generate a wake event Enabled When set to Enabled the items RTC Alarm Date Days and Hour Minute Second will become user configurable with set values RTC Alarm Date Days This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to select RTC alarm time days When you set the time to zero the RTC alarms everyday Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the time Hour Mimute Second Allows you to set the RTC alarm time Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the time Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 8 Network Stack Ai Tweaket Advanced ced Network Stack gt Network Stack Disabl Link Network Stack Disable Link Enables or disables the UEFI network stack Configuration options Disable Link Enable ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 25 3 6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature power status and allows you to change the fan settings Scroll down to display the following items 133dey9 Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Temperature MB Temperature xxx C xxx F The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures Select Ignore if you do not wish to di
44. utility 3 8 2 ASUS O C Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings 71 M UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Tool ASUS O C Profile gt Save to Profile Load from Profile The Setup Profile Status items show Not Installed if no profile is created ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 31 Save to Profile Allows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash and create a profile Key in a profile number from one to eight press lt Enter gt and then select Yes Load from Profile Allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings press lt Enter gt and then select Yes YA DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory CPU configuration and BIOS version 3 8 3 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot Slot 1 Displays the Serial Presence Detect SPD information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot Configuration options Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Slot 4 3 32 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu Load Optimized Defaults Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default
45. your configuration Loads your saved Loads the default Applies your configuration threshold values changes for each sensor LA Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 11 e 5 gv E 0 p 4 12 4 3 7 USB 3 0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3 0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3 0 devices and the up to date support of USB Attached SCSI Protocol UASP With USB 3 0 Boost you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3 0 devices with ease Launching USB 3 0 Boost After installing AI Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch USB 3 0 Boost by clicking Tool gt USB 3 0 Boost on the AI Suite Il main menu bar Configuring USB 3 0 Boost 1 Connect a USB 3 0 device to the USB 3 0 port 2 USB 3 0 Boost automatically detects the property of the connected device and switches to Turbo mode or UASP mode if UASP is supported by the connected device 3 You can manually switch the USB 3 0 mode back to Normal mode at any time YA Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration Due to Intel chipset limitation Intel USB 3 0 ports do not support ASUS 3 0 Boost in Windows XP operating system Use the USB 3 0 devices for high performance The data transfer speed varies with USB devices Chapter 4 Software
46. 0 Gb s signal cables If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives you can create a RAID 0 1 5 and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel Z77 chipset Coa SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 RSATA_TXN1 RSATA TXP1 GND GND GND P8Z77 V LE SATA 6 0Gb s connectors A These connectors are set to AHCI Mode by default If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to RAID Mode Refer to section 3 5 3 SATA Configuration for details Before creating a RAID set refer to section 4 4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD When using NCQ set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to AHCI Mode Refer to section 3 5 3 SATA Configuration for details You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later versions 2 Serial port connector 10 1 pin COM1 This connector is for a serial COM port Connect the serial port module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis COMI gexo 585 iili Lil A i F E ve J m i 2 mm I ul om o a n Eu Xign a O EXC L ml
47. 000V 1 72500V 2 13500V 0 610V 0 975V 1 020V 1 065V 0 970V 1 015V 1 060V 1 560V 0 735V 1 105V 1 160V 1 210V 1 1000V 1 155V 1 205V 1 685V DRAM Voltage VCCSA Voltage PCH Voltage CPU PLL Voltage Auto Allows you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage The values range from 1 80V to 1 90V with a 0 1V interval Configuration options Auto 0 1V CPU Spread Spectrum Auto Auto Automatic configuration Disabled Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability Enabled Sets to Enabled for EMI control ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 13 3 5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Advanced gt PCH Configuration gt SATA Configuration gt System Agent Configuration gt USB Configuration gt Onboard Devices Configuration gt APM gt Network Stack 3 14 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 5 1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU related information that the BIOS automatically detects The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed 4 V UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Advanced anced CPU Configuration gt Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor ESTE Active Processor Cores A Limit C
48. 2 mode with all slots enabled X4 mode PCle X16_2 slot runs at X4 mode for high performance support PCle X1_1 PCle X1_2 slots are disabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup Marvell Storage Controller Enabled Allows you to enable to disable the Marvell Storage Controller Disabled Disables the Marvell storage controller Enabled Enables the Marvell storage controller Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled Allows you to enable to disable the Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled Enables the Marvell Storage OPROM Disabled Disables the Marvell Storage OPROM Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the Realtek LAN controller Disabled Disables the controller Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Realtek LAN controller Configuration options Enabled Disabled ASmedia USB 3 0 Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the USB 3 0 controller Disabled Disables the controller ASmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support Disabled This item appears only when you set the previous item to Enabled and allows you to enable or disable the ASmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support Enabled Enables Asmedia USB 3 0 fast battery charging support for USB 3 0 devices complying with the BC 1 1 regulation Disabled Disables battery charging support Serial Port Configuration The sub items in this menu allow you to s
49. 31 4 5 4 Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4 31 4 6 Creating a RAID driver disk eene nennen 4 35 4 6 1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4 35 4 6 2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows we 485 4 6 3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation 4 36 4 6 4 Using a USB floppy disk drive sss 4 37 Chapter 5 Multiple GPU technology support 5 1 ATI CrossFireX technology neret 5 1 1 Hequiemers ce dicia tenta ht ilie rnt Ld i rr dE nan 5 1 2 Before youiD amp glli 3 cei terea n raa Fere rl ana carb 5 1 3 Installing two CrossFireX graphics cards 5 1 4 Installing the device drivers se 5 1 5 Enabling the ATI CrossFireX technology 5 3 5 2 Lucid Logix Virtu MVP eene nennen irene Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP m Setting up your display sarai Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP sse 5 6 app Ime Y A 1 ASUS Recycling Takeback Services se A 2 vi Safety information Electrical safety To prevent electrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system When adding or removing devices to or from the system ensure that the power cables for the devices ar
50. 5 2 6 Memory configurations You may install 1GB 2GB 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets AN You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B The system maps the total size of the lower sized channel for the dual channel configuration Any excess memory from the higher sized channel is then mapped for single channel operation Dueto the behavior of Intel 2nd Generation processor DDR3 2200 and above 2000 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 1866 1600 MHz frequency as default According to Intel CPU spec DIMM voltage below 1 65V is recommended to protect the CPU Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency For optimum compatibility we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor Due to the memory address limitation on 32 bit Windows OS when you install 4GB or more memory on the motherboard the actual usable memory for the OS can be about 3GB or less For effective use of memory we recommend that you do any of the following Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32 bit Windows OS Install a 64 bit Windows OS when you want to install 4GB or more on the motherboard For more details refer to the Microsoft support site at http support microsoft com kb 929605 en us This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512Mb 64MB chips or less Memory chip capacity counts in Megabit 8 Megabit Mb 1 Megabyte
51. 5 Volts GND GND TCI GND o SOOO 5 Volts IC H PSON GNDAQO GND 3 Volts 12 Volts 3 Volts ICH 3 Volts exem Cm P8Z77 V LE EATX power connectors N For a fully configured system we recommend that you use a power supply unit PSU that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2 0 or later version and provides a minimum power of 450 W Do not forget to connect the 4 pin 8 pin EATX12 V power plug otherwise the system will not boot We recommend that you use a PSU with higher power output when configuring a system with more power consuming devices The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http support asus com PowerSupplyCalculator PSCalculator aspx SLanguage en us for details ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 25 2 26 System panel connector 20 8 pin PANEL This connector supports several chassis mounted functions PLED 7 Y m 2 m a UU 5 55s aw Bees E a a 000 PANEL n PIN 1 tgo Co 9 aa 5 35 O Ad ao re ly v 0 ul 23 RR y a LL H oe n IDE_LED PWRSW RESET O SE E i fi omon Requires an ATX power supply P8Z77 V LE System panel connector System power
52. 864AZ 1G4D1 Micron OJD12D9LGQ Micron MT8JTF12864AZ 1G4F1 Micron 9FF22D9KPT continued on the next page Chapter 2 Hardware information Vendors Part No Micron MT8JTF25664AZ 1G4D1 Chip Brand Micron Voltage OJD12D9LGK DIMM socket support Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs Micron MT8JTF25664AZ 1G4M1 MICRON 1JM22 D9PFJ Micron MT16JTF25664AZ 1G4F1 Micron 9KF27D9KPT Micron MT16JTF51264AZ 1G4D1 Micron OLD22D9LGK NANYA NIAGCBABOHGON F PSC AL7F8G73F DJ2 NANYA PSC NT5CB256M8GN CG A3P1GF3FGF PSC AL8F8G73F DJ2 PSC A3P1GF3FGF SAMSUNG M378B2873FHS CH9 SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F SAMSUNG M378B5773DH0 CH9 SAMSUNG K4B2G0846D SAMSUNG M378B5673FH0 CH9 SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F SAMSUNG M378B5273CH0 CH9 SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C SAMSUNG M378B1G73AH0 CH9 SAMSUNG K4B4G0846A HCH9 Super Talent W1333UA1GH Hynix H5TQ1G83TFR Super Talent W1333UX2G8 XMP Super Talent W1333UB2GS SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F Super Talent W1333UB4GS SAMSUNG K4B2G0846C Super Talent W1333UX6GM Micron OBF27D9KPT Transcend JM1333KLN 2G Micron 0YD77D9LGK Transcend JM1333KLN 2G Hynix H5TQ2G83BZRH9C Transcend JM1333KLU 2G Transcend TK243PDF3 Transcend TS256MLK64V3U Micron 9GF27D9KPT Century PC3 10600 DDR3 1333 9 9 9 NANYA NT5CB128M8DN CF Elixi
53. BIOS will then automatically update without requiring further interaction With its new complementary Windows application users can regularly check for UEFI BIOS updates and downloads the latest BIOS automatically Hassle free updating for the ultimate convenience Network iControl Real time Network Bandwidth Control With a single click on off button the application currently in use has its data and network bandwidth prioritized over other programs Moreover you can prioritize your favorite software easily by configuring profiles through the intuitive user interface Within the profile programs can be pre scheduled to run in a specific time period to avoid network congestion and long waits on downloads Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one step setup for enhanced online convenience Overall it s an intuitive network bandwidth control center ASUS P8Z77 V LE 1 5 MemOK Any Memory is A OK MemOK quickly ensures memory boot compatibility This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues MemOK determines fail safe settings and dramatically improves your system boot success Get your system up and running in no time USB Charger 3X Faster Charging for All Smart Devices With a dedicated onboard controller quick charge all your smart devices such as iProducts smartphones tablets and more all up to 3X faster even when the PC is powered off in sleep or hibernation mode Al
54. Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B specifications This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cut appareil num rique de la Classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interf rence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil ASUS P8Z77 V LE A 1 gt ke e e i2 A 2 Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES
55. D automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer Click each menu tab and select the items you want to install The Drivers menu shows the available The Make Disk menu The Manual menu contains device drivers if the system detects contains items to the list of supplementary user installed devices Install the necessary create the RAID AHCI manuals Click an item to open drivers to use the devices driver disk the folder of the user manual The Utilities Click the Contact menu shows the tab to display the applications and ASUS contact other software that information the motherboard supports Click an icon to display DVD motherboard information Click an item to install Ff If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the support DVD to zi locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE to run the DVD ASUS P8Z77 V LE 44 4 2 2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals YA The software manual files are in Portable Document Format PDF Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files 1 Click the Manual tab Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left Lj MCCC VAS rim 2 The Manual folder of the support DVD appears Double click the Wense d LJ
56. Drivers gt RAID and then select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version Click OK 4 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation YA Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive Py y ao er e A 4 36 Chapter 4 Software support 4 6 4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation Windows XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation To solve this issue add the USB floppy disk drive s Vendor ID VID and Product ID PID to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver Refer to the steps below 1 Using another computer plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert the floppy disk containing the RAID driver 2 Right click My Computer on the Windows desktop or start menu and then select Manage from the pop up window 3 Select Device Manager From the Universal Serial Bus controllers right click xxxxxx USB Floppy and then select Properties from the pop up window The name of the USB floppy disk La drive varies with different vendors RSS ha tot n Ra 4 Click Details tab The Vendor ID VID m and Product ID PID are displayed I Misum USB Fig insere sr Jona mns 5 Browse the contents of the RAID driver
57. HNA1126L 3CCA 1509A 3CCD 1509A EL1127T 24 1 5 1 6V Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 1 DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs 1 65 1 85V 1 25V 1 35V low A DATA A DATA A DATA _ AM2U139C4P2 A DATA Apacer Apacer AD31333G002GMU AD6311C1624EV 2GB 4GB A Data ADATA 3CCA 1509A 3CCD 1509A EL1127T SU3U1333W8G9 B 78 A1GC6 9L1 78 A1GC6 9L1 Apacer Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR CORSAIR AUO2GFA33C9NBGC 78 B1GDE 9L10C CM3X1024 1333C9 TR3X3G1333C9 G TR3X6G1333C9 G CMD24GX3M6A 1333C9 XMP TW3X4G1333C9D G CM3X4GA1333C9N2 CMX4GX3M1A1333C9 CMD8GX3M4A1333C7 ASUS P8Z77 V LE 1GB 3GB 8x 1GB 6GB 8x 2GB 24GB 6x 4GB 4GB 2 x 2GB 4GB ELPIDA Apacer Apacer J4208BASE DJ F AM5D5808DEWSBG AM5D5808FEQSBG AM5D5808APQSBG AM5D5908CEHSBG Apacer Apacer 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 CORSAIR 256MBDCJ GELC0401136 9 9 9 24 9 9 9 24 7 7 7 20 continued on the next page 2 10 Vendors Crucial CT25664BA1339 16FF 1GB 2GB SS DS SS DS Chip Brand Micron Micron Chip NO Timing 9FF22D9KPT 9KF27D9KPT Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 1DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial BL25664BN13 37 16FF XMP 6GB 3x 2GB DS z 7 7 7 24 1 65V ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0 DJ F 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE DJ F
58. ID driver disk in Windows To create a RAID driver disk in Windows 1 Start Windows 2 Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk 3 Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive 4 Go to the Make Disk menu and then click Intel AHCI RAID Driver Disk to create a RAID driver disk 5 Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk 6 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process Ff Write protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection q la oO a LL ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 35 4 6 3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows OS installation To install the RAID driver in Windows XP 1 During the OS installation the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third party SCSI or RAID driver Press lt F6 gt and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version 4 Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation To install the RAID driver for Windows 7 or later OS 1 During the OS installation click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver 2 Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or the support DVD into the optical drive and then click Browse 3 Click the name of the device you ve inserted go to
59. If your system fail to boot due to BIOS overclocking press the MemOK switch to boot and load BIOS default settings A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www asus com after using the MemOK function 2 16 Chapter 2 Hardware information TPU GPU Boost switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast yet stable clock speeds o TPU p Z p eb L 3 ro Enable Disable P8Z77 V LE TPU switch 4 B Default For ensuring the system performance turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off When the TPU switch is set to Enable it can be used as a GPU Boost switch The TPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable Refer to section 2 2 7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the TPU LED If you change the switch setting to Enable under the OS environment the TPU function will be activated after the next system bootup You may 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 However the system will use the last setting you have made 3 EPU switch This switch al
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61. LED 2 pin PLED This 2 pin connector is for the system power LED Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power and blinks when the system is in sleep mode Hard disk drive activity LED 2 pin IDE_LED This 2 pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector The IDE LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 4 pin SPEAKER This 4 pin connector is for the chassis mounted system warning speaker The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWRSW his connector is forthe system power button Pressing the power button turns the system on or puts the system in sleep or soft off mode depending on the BIOS settings Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF Reset button 2 pin RESET This 2 pin connector is for the chassis mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 Building your computer system 2 3 1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system Philips cross screwdriver ___ gt E Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU SATA optical disc drive optional Graphics card optional Ff The tools and components in the table above are not included in the mother
62. MP8GX3M2A1600C9 XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1600C7R XMP _8GB 2 x 4GB CORSAIR CMX8GX3M4A1600C9 XMP 8GB 4 x 2GB Crucial BL25664BN1608 16FF XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB G SKILL F3 12800CL9D 2GBNQ XMP 2GB 2 x 1GB 1 5V G SKILL F3 12800CL7D 4GBRH XMP 4GB x 2GB 1 6V G SKILL F3 12800CL7D 4GBRM XMP 4GB x 2GB 1 6V G SKILL F3 12800CL8D 4GBRM XMP 4GB x 2GB 1 60V G SKILL F3 12800CL9D 4GBECO XMP 4GB x 2GB XMP 1 35V G SKILL F3 12800CL9D 4GBRL XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 1 5V G SKILL F3 12800CL9T 6GBNQ XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 5V 1 6V G SKILL F3 12800CL7D 8GBRH XMP 8GB x 4GB 1 6V G SKILL F3 12800CL8D 8GBECO XMP _ 8GB 2 x 4GB XMP 1 35V G SKILL F3 12800CL9D 8GBRL XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB 1 5V GEIL GET316GB1600C9QC XMP 16GB 4x DS 1 6V 4GB GEIL GV34GB1600C8DC XMP 2GB DS 1 6V KINGMAX FLGD45F B8MF7 MAEH XMP _1GB KINGMAX FLGE85F B8KJ9A FEIS XMP 2GB DS KINGMAX FLGE85F B8MF7 MEEH XMP _2GB DS KINGSTON _KHX1600C9D3P1K2 4G 4GB 2 x 2GB SS KINGSTON _KHX1600C9D3K3 12GX XMP 12GB 3x4GB DS 9 9 9 27 1 65V LI continued on the next page 2 8 Chapter 2 Hardware information Vendors KINGSTON Paart No KHX1600C9D3T1BK3 12GX XMP SS Chip DS Brand Chip NO 12GB 3x4GB Timing 9 9 9 27 Voltage DIMM socket support Optional 1 DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs 1 65V KINGSTON KHX1600C9AD3 2G 2GB 1 65V KINGSTON
63. PID vary with different vendors 10 Save and exit the file Chapter 4 Software support 5 1 ATI CrossFireX technology The motherboard supports the ATI CrossFireX technology that allows you to install multi graphics processing units GPU graphics cards Follow the installation procedures in this section 5 1 1 Requirements o In Dual CrossFireX mode you should have two identical CrossFireX ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX ready dual GPU graphics card that are ATI certified s Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology Download the latest driver from the AMD website www amd com s Ensure that your power supply unit PSU can provide at least the minimum power required by your system See Chapter 2 for details amp We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment Visit the ATI Game website http game amd com for the latest certified graphics card and the supported 3D application list 5 1 2 Before you begin For ATI CrossFireX to work properly you have to uninstall all existing graphics card drivers before installing ATI CrossFireX graphics cards to your system To uninstall existing graphics card drivers 1 Close all current applications 2 For Windows XP go to Control Panel gt Add Remove Programs For Windows 7 go to Control Panel gt Programs and Features 3 Select your current graphics card driver s 4
64. PUID Maximum Execute Disable Bit Intel Virtualization Technology Hardware Prefetcher Scroll down to display the following items Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch gt CPU Power Management Configuration Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Enabled Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down Disabled Disables the CPU thermal monitor function Active Processor Cores AIl Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package Configuration options All 1 2 3 Limit CPUID Maximum Disabled Enabled Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions Disabled Disables this function ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 15 3 16 Execute Disable Bit Enabled Enabled Enables the No Execution Page Protection Technology Disabled Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero 0 Intel Virtualization Technology Disabled Enabled Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously enabling one system to virtually function as several systems Disabled Disables this function Hardware Prefetcher Enabled Enabled Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously enabling one system to virtually function as several systems Disabled Disables this function Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Enabled Enabled Allows a h
65. S information vary by models Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration 3 36 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 10 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS based utility YA Before you start using this utility download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www asus com To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2 1 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port 2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press Enter to enable it Folder Info 12 15 11 10 23p 4194304 P8Z77VLE CAP File Infor MODEL Help Info Enter Select or Load Tab Switch Up Down PageUp PageDown Home End Move Esc Exit F2 Backup 3 Press lt Tab gt to switch to the Drive field Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press lt Enter gt 5 Press lt Tab gt to switch to the Folder Info field Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file and then press lt Enter gt to perform the BIOS update process Reboot the system when the update process is done ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 37 N This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32 16 format and ce single partition only DO
66. SUS website for the latest QVL 2 12 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 2 4 Expansion slots Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components Tio fa ps Bog HHIHIEB iis B ii da SIISNE ate alallala A i iji Bd zl oq Si 3 Ga ia Gu z a 5 5 DA ala lalla Ed ARIE EH sa jaja EH l E EIE E q o d e TPU o o oH F om I 9 4 9 Pera HHA nnn oy an Slot No Slot Description 1 PCle 2 0 x1_1 slot PCle 3 0 2 0 x16 1 slot blue at x16 mode PCle 2 0 x1_2 slot PCI slot 1 PCle 2 0 x16_2 slot black at x4 mode PCI slot 2 PCI slot 3 PCI Express operating mode VGA configuration x16 Recommend for single VGA Dual VGA PCle card x16 Single VGA PCle card ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 18 PCle 3 0 support depends on CPU type and requires PCle 3 0 VGA card In single VGA card mode u
67. T DIG Technology also includes the Smart CPU Power Level profile which reduces CPU power consumption to a specific indicated wattage with a single click creating a cooler and quieter PC With the support for the next generation Intel VRD 12 5 power design ASUS once again leaps to the future of innovation TPU Unleash your performance with ASUS simple onboard switch or Al Suite Il utility The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and TurboV functions Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast yet stable clock speeds while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for optimized performance in diverse situations EPU Tap into the world s first real time PC power saving chip through a simple onboard switch or Al Suite II utility Get total system wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity Chapter 1 Product Introduction ASUS TurboV Easy Real Time O C Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush of real time OC now a reality with the ASUS TurboV This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS and its user friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away Moreover the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O C settings in different scenario
68. XXXXXXXXXX UEFI XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Enter Setup 3 When the Make Disk menu appears select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number 4 Atthe FreeDOS prompt type d and press Enter to switch the disk from Drive C optical drive to Drive D USB flash drive Welcome to FreeDOS http www freedos org C gt d D gt ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 39 3 40 Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1 At the FreeDOS prompt type bupdater pc g and press lt Enter gt D gt bupdater pc g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1 18 2010 04 29 BOARD BSZ77 V0LE Unknown VER 0227 Inknown DATE 2 57 2011 DATE Unknown PATH REN A P8Z77VLE CAP 4194304 2011 12 15 17 30 48 Enter Select or Load Tab Switch V Drive Info Up Down Home End Move B Backup Esc Exit Press lt Tab gt to switch between screen fields and use the lt Up Down Home End gt keys to select the BIOS file and press lt Enter gt BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update Are you sure to update BIOS Select Yes and press lt Enter gt When BIOS update is done press lt ESC gt to exit BIOS Updater Restart your computer A i DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure EN For BIOS Updater version 1 04 or later the utility au
69. an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press Enter 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press lt Enter gt 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the administrator password follow the same steps as in changing an administrator password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Administrator Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed User Password If you have set a user password you must enter the user password for accessing the system The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed After you set a password this item shows Installed To set a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press Enter 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press Enter 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change a user password 1 Select the User Password item and press Enter 2 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt 3 From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press lt Enter gt 4 Confirm the password when prompted To clear the user password follow the same steps as in changing a user password but press Enter when prompted to create confirm the
70. an connectors on the motherboard ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector GND GND CHA FAN IN CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM I CHA FAN PWM W CPU FAN PWR W j CHAFAN PWR CPU FAN CHA FAN2 CHA FAN1 PWR FAN rere eee P8Z77 V LE fan connectors Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components These are not jumpers Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors The CPU FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A 12 W fan power LA Only the 4 pin CPU FAN CHA FAN1 2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 23 2 24 USB 3 0 connector 20 1 pin USB3_56 These connectors are for the additional USB 3 0 ports and complies with the USB 3 0 specificaton that supports up to 4 8Gbps connection speed If the USB 3 0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis with this USB 3 0 connector you can have a front panel USB 3 0 solution USB3 56 wt Vbus Vbus w Int P1 SSRX IntA P2 SSRX ja m IntA_P1_SSRX IntA_P2_SSRX a m GND GND Lar wt Int P1 SSTX Int P2 SSTX a w IntA P1 SSTX IntA P2 SSTX a m GND GND Lan m Int P1 D Int P2 D a mt in
71. and current for superior CPU IGPU DRAM overclocking performance with one switch Smart CPU Power Level 45W CPU power usage is limited to 45W to achieve the best digital power saving conditions Smart CPU Power Level 35W CPU power usage is limited to 35W to achieve the best digital power saving mode OC Now Adjusts the CPU ratio in TurboV EVO Default Smart DIGI Setting Sets your CPU IGPU DRAM power to default settings Default Smart CPU Power Level Sets your power consumption to CPU default setting A Enabling the Smart CPU Power Level may decrease the total power delivery to the CPU and affect the CPU performance under a heavy system load The system restores to its default settings on the next startup 4 8 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 4 EPU EPU is an energy efficient tool that satisfies different computing needs This utility provides several modes that you can select to save system power Selecting Auto mode will have the system shift modes automatically according to current system status You can also customize each mode by configuring settings like CPU frequency GPU frequency vCore Voltage and Fan Control Launching EPU After installing AI Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch EPU by clicking Tool gt EPU on the Al Suite Il main menu bar Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected Displays current mode The items lighting up means
72. apter 2 Hardware information 9 Marvell Serial ATA 6 0Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_E1 navy blue This connector connects to Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s signal cables SATA6G_E1 a n RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN RSATA_TXN1 RSATA TXP1 GND GND GND i P8Z77 V LE Marvell SATA 6 0 Gb s connectors WW The SATA6G_E1 navy blue connectors are for data storage only ATAPI device is not supported You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives When using NCQ set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to Enabled Refer to section 3 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration for details 10 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit EATX12V EATXPWR 0000 qaqa 3 Volts IFC L_GND IRAR 12 Volts OE 5 Volts FREE 12 Volts tC 5 Volts 5V Standby HICH 5 Volts Power OK C 5 Volts los GND IC GND 9999
73. ardware platform to perform adjacent cache line prefetching Disabled Disables this function CPU Power Management Configuration CPU Ratio Auto Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency Use lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the ratio The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology EIST Disabled The CPU runs at its default speed Enabled The operating system controls the CPU speed Turbo Mode Enabled Enabled Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition Disabled Disables this function CPU C1E Auto Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C1E Auto Set this item automatically Enabled Enables the C1E support function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State Disabled Disables this function CPU C3 Report Auto Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS Chapter 3 BIOS setup Auto Set this item automatically Enabled Enables the C3 report function This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State Disabled Disables this function CPU C6 Report Auto Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS Auto Set this item automatically Enabled Enables the C6 report function This item should be enabled in or
74. arts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot ran MemOK O a c 3 ER Denno EI P8Z77 V LE MemOK switch AN Refer to section 2 2 7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the DRAM LED The DRAM LED also lights when the DIMM is not properly installed Turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK function The MemOK switch does not function under Windows OS environment During the tuning process the system loads and tests failsafe memory settings It takes about 30 seconds for the system to test one set of failsafe settings If the test fails the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings The blinking speed of the DRAM LED increases indicating different test processes Due to memory tuning requirement the system automatically reboots when each timing set is tested If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process the DRAM LED lights continuously Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL Qualified Vendors Lists in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www asus com If you turn off the computer and replace DIMMs during the tuning process the system continues memory tuning after turning on the computer To stop memory tuning turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for about 5 10 seconds
75. ation overclocking settings advanced power management and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS In normal circumstances the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimum performance We recommend that you not change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances Anerror message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to run the BIOS Setup You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update a Inappropriate settings of the BIOS may result to instability or failure to boot We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel 3 2 BIOS setup program A BIOS setup program is provided for BIOS item modification When you start up the computer the system provides you with the opportunity to run this program Press lt Del gt during the Power On Self Test POST to enter the Setup utility Otherwise POST continues with its test routines If you wish to enter Setup after POST press Ctrl lt Alt gt 4 Delete or press the reset button on the system chassis to restart the system You can also turn the system off and then turn it back on to restart the system Do this last option only if the first two failed The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what yo
76. ave it shipped to by sending a request to ASUSTeK Computer Inc Legal Compliance Dept 15 Li Te Rd Beitou Taipei 112 Taiwan In your request please provide the name model number and version as stated in the About Box of the product for which you wish to obtain the corresponding source code and your contact details so that we can coordinate the terms and cost of shipment with you The source code will be distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and licensed under the same license as the corresponding binary object code This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information ASUSTeK is eager to duly provide complete source code as required under various Free Open Source Software licenses If however you encounter any problems in obtaining the full corresponding source code we would be much obliged if you give us a notification to the email address gpl asus com stating the product and describing the problem please do NOT send large attachments such as source code archives etc to this email address Contents SCL NMC UU Ce i vi About this guide vii P8Z77 V LE specifications summary renes nnnnnn ix Chapter 1 Product introduction 1 1 Welcome 1 2 Package contents eere esee esses rese te ie ezen ie eee sie nnn nie eeezieneoa 1 3 Special features L go 1 9 1 Product highlights 1 1 1 tat reni diranian 1 3 2 Dual Intellig
77. back USB 3 0 devices can be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 0 devices This motherboard comes with multiple VGA output that features desktop extension on two monitors You can connect two monitors to any two of the onboard VGA DVI D HDMI and DisplayPort ports DVI D can not be converted to output RGB signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI I 2 39 LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED OFF No link Speed LED 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity 1 Gbps connection Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Pon Headset 4 channel 2 channel Light Blue Line In Line In 6 channel Line In ACT LINK SPEED LED LED Dp uo LAN port 8 channel Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Center Subwoofer Mic In Center Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out 2 40 Chapter 2 Hardware information Side Speaker Out 2 3 11 Audio I O connections Audio I O ports orange black light blue lime gray Connect to Stereo Speakers AUDIO INPUTS AUDIO INPUTS ASUS P8Z77 V LE 1 pink 2 4 Connect to 4 1
78. board peripherals or components ASUS P8Z77 V LE 24 2 2 Motherboard overview 2 2 1 Motherboard layout 24 4lem 9 6in ke gt LH pel M KB_USB12 6 UBI jo EPU CPU FAN CHA FAN2 I EATX12V E SPDIFO _HDMI DP i a lz la ls 3 3 SIS Oo sills gt sia e E E l Bu lsi lisli O sie s ls ons oD pese Silo l s ls s S j RISE ii zz E ESATA6G Od USB3_34 x als zz zz da DO ala alla Dd LAN USB3 12 glg lgig amp C ajla ijala ia a ja a a a i wll E AUDIO g CHA_FAN1 PWR FAN n nm ri F ADUS USB3 sel 5 pue Lithium Cell D x eem P8Z77 V LE 8 PCIEX16 1 ASM 1042 PCIEX1_2 TU Intel PCH ZIT m i Super TB Header Foe ASM nios risk Ol vo Tels E Fetes o ASM E PCI2 1083 i CONT PCI3 SPDIF OUT cow _ py PU LED USB910 USB78 USBS6 USB34 T TT OO FH sa Refer to 2 2 8 Connectors and 2
79. board package ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 27 2 3 2 CPU installation A The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket DO NOT install a LGA1156 _ CPU an the LGA1155 socket Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 29 ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 3 3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary 2 30 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 4 DIMM installation 2 32 Chapter 2 Hardware information Motherboard installation 2 3 5 L4 The diagrams in this section are for reference only The motherboard layout may vary with 4 models but the installation steps remain the same PUONPLOOHUO PROC AR REBORN q 2 02000005 0090079999 00939009 a vel POOOR 2 le O OO 0 5 C SZ sss SS K o ARK a CAET ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 33 mr ea Ugo l GEFTTLETEE py Beba ss co 2 eres 125 DO NOT overtighten the screws Doing so can damage the motherboard Chapter 2 Hardware informat
80. bsite at www asus com for detailed software configuration ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 17 ex fy ao er 0 A 4 18 4 4 Introduction to Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies This document details the overview of the installation and configuration procedures of the Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies feature the three technologies Intel Smart Response Technology Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel Smart Connect Technology 4 4 1 System Requirements for Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies In order for the system to run smoothly for the Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness you must meet the following requirements 1 CPU Intel 3rd 2nd generation Core Processor family 2 OS Windows 7 operating systems 3 SSD One dedicated SSD Solid State Disk to support Intel Smart Response and Intel Rapid Start Technology is necessary Refer to the SSD Capacity Requirements table for the information of SSD size partition capacity and system memory requirements 4 HDD Atleast one HDD Hard Disk Drive for the system OS drive 5 DRAM To enable Intel Rapid Start Technology DRAM size smaller than 8GB is required AN Ensure to enable the acceleration of Intel Smart Response Technology before creating the partition for the Intel Rapid Start Technology Chapter 4 Software support SSD Capacity Requirements SSD Pa
81. ces Configuration options Disabled Enabled iGPU Multi Monitor Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the Lucid Virtu support for both the integrated and discrete graphics The iGPU shared memory size will be fixed at 64MB Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup NB PCle Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings PCIE x16_1 Auto Allows you to set the PCIE x16_1 link speed Configuration options Auto Gen1 Gen2 Gen3 3 5 5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features Ai Tweakei Advanced ed USB Configuration gt Legacy USB Support Enabled Legacy USB3 0 Support Enable Intel x HCI Mode EHCI Hand off LA The USB Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Legacy USB Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program Auto Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup If detected the USB controller legacy mode is enabled If no USB device is detected the legacy USB support is disabled Legacy USB3 0 Support Enabled Enabled Enables the support for USB 3 0 devices on legacy operating systems OS Disabled Disables the function Intel xHCI Mode Smart Auto Allows you to select the Intel xHCI Mod
82. ch ASUS Update by clicking Update gt ASUS Update on the Al Suite II main menu bar YA Quit all Windows applications before you update the BIOS using this utility Chapter 3 BIOS setup Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet 1 From the ASUS Update screen select Update BIOS from Internet and then click Next 2 Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto BIOS backup function check the checkboxs before the two items on the screen 3 Select the BIOS version that you want to download Click Next 4 You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo which is the image appearing on screen during the Power On Self Tests POST Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 35 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file 1 From the ASUS Update screen select Update BIOS from file and then click Next 2 Locate the BIOS file from the Open window click Open and click Next 3 You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process The screenshots in this section are for reference only The actual BIO
83. city operating up to 4X faster than a hard drive only system and an important part of Green ASUS eco friendly computing Chapter 1 Product Introduction Intel Smart Response Technology is supported by 2nd 3rd generation Intel Core processor family on Windows 7 operating systems Operating systems must be installed on the HDD to launch Intel Smart Response Technology The capacity of the SSD is reserved for caching function Intel Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive web updates with fresh content for selected applications even when the system is in sleep mode This means less time waiting for applications to update and sync with the cloud leading to a more efficient computing experience Intel Rapid Start Technology Allows your computer to quickly resume from a lowe power hibernate state in seconds Saving your system memory to the designed SSD it provides your computer a faster wake up response time while still keeping the energy use low Extra SATA 6Gb s Support The Intel Z77 Express chipset natively supports the next generation Serial ATA SATA interface delivering up to 6Gb s data transfer ASUS provides extra SATA 6Gb s ports with enhanced scalability faster data retrieval and double the bandwidth of current bus systems PCI Express 3 0 PCI Express 3 0 PCle 3 0 is the latest PCI Express bus standard with improved encoding schemes that provide twice the performance of current
84. compressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu ray discs HDMI provides you with the highest quality home theater experience ErP ready The motherboard is European Union s Energy related Products ErP ready and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment friendly and energy efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts Chapter 1 Product Introduction 2 1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings N Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component Before handling components use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object such as the power supply case to avoid damaging them due to static electricity Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component Before you install or remove any component ensure that the ATX power supply is Switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the mother
85. der to enable the Enhanced Halt State Disabled Disables this function 3 5 2 PCH Configuration Ai Tweakei Advanced edv PCH Configuration gt High Precision Timer Enabled gt Intel R Rapid Start Technology gt Intel R Smart Connect Technology High Precision Timer Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer Configuration options Enabled Disabled Intel R Rapid Start Technology Intel R Rapid Start Technology Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the Intel R Rapid Start Technology Configuration options Enabled Disabled A The following three items appear only when you set the Intel R Rapid Start Technology to Enabled Entry on S3 RTC Wake Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the iFFS invocation upon S3 RTC wake Configuration options Enabled Disabled Entry After 10 Minutes This item appears only when you set the Entry on S3 RTC Wake to Enabled and allows you to set the RTC wake timer at S3 entry Configuration options Immediately 1 minute 2 minute 5 minute 10 minute 15 minute 30 minute 1 hour 2 hours ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 17 Active Page Threshold Support Disbaled Allows you to enable or disable the Active Page Threshold Support Configuration options Enabled Disabled Active Memory Threshold x This item appears only when you set the Active Page Threshold Support to Enabled and allows you to set the Active
86. ding The built in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment Chapter 1 Product Introduction Fanless Design stylish heatsink solution The stylish heatsink features a 0 dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for motherboard users but also the heatsink design lowers the temperature of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat exchange Combined with usability and aesthetics the ASUS stylish heatsink will give users an extremely silent and cooling experience with the elegant appearance 1 3 5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface ASUS UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse controlled graphical BIOS designed with selectable modes providing a user friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard only controls It also fully utilizes 2 2TB and larger hard drives in 64 bit operating systems with native support ASUS exclusive interface EZ Mode displays frequently accessed info Users can choose system performance settings and drag and drop boot priorities Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page for complete insight New upgrade Quick and easy information for enhanced system control F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for sharing UEFI information and troubleshooting New F3 Sh
87. disk to locate the file txtsetup oem 6 Double click the file A window appears allowing you to select the program for opening the oem file Winches cannot open the Fi me piegon Ta oper iui iie fred remis a vm dest ga ced 0 ndm ah po tdm bo led Bua aan s m c ady colnet an RA uf herpa o rs md Mal de ya mant n del la Q da a lt ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 37 Py y UU er 0 A 4 38 Use Notepad to open the file Choco the progas you mart to use to open the fe Pie tifsetigi com Prog aem E Reconimended Prog ams erect E ote rogare emi MB reet Colore M tert wea Made Prw BB eom Petre and Fax tmm A wordhat Type 4 description that you mart ta une For thus hand of fim deas use the selected program ta open thes hind of Ple Cx JU Find the Hardwarelds scsi iaAHCl DesktopWorkstationServer and Hardwarelds scsi iaStor DesktopWorkstationServer sections in the txtsetup oem file Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections id USBWID xxxx amp PID xxxx usbstor HardwareIds scsi iaAHCI DesktopWorkstationServer id PCINVEN 8086 amp DEV 1C02 amp CC 0106 iaStor id USBWID O3EE amp PID 6901 usbstor HardwareIds scsi iaStor DesktopWorkstationServer id PCINVEN 8086 amp DEV 2822 amp CC 0104 iaStor id USBWID O3EE amp PID 6901 usbstor A Add the same line to both sections VA The VID and
88. e Configuration options Smart Auto Auto Enabled Disabled EHCI Hand off Disabled Enabled Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand off feature Disabled Disables the function ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 21 3 22 3 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration 5 UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Ai Tweaker Advanced nced Onboard Devices Configuration gt Front Panel Type SPDIF Out Type PCI Express X16_2 Slot Black bandwidth Marvell Storage Controller Marvell Storage OPROM Realtek LAN Controller Realtek PKE OPROM ASmedia USB 3 0 Controller ASmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support gt Serial Port Configuration HD Audio Controller Enabled Enabled Enables the High Definition Audio Controller Disabled Disables the controller The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controlleritem to Enabled Front Panel Type HD Allows you to set the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 or high definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports HD Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to high definition audio AC97 Sets the front panel audio connector AAFP mode to legacy AC 97 SPDIF Out Type SPDIF SPDIF Sets to SPDIF for SPDIF audio output HDMI Sets to HDMI for HDMI audio output PCI Express X16_2 Slot Black bandwidth X2 Mode X2 mode PCle X16_2 slot runs at X
89. e ATI CrossFireX technology After installing your graphics cards and the device drivers enable the CrossFireX feature through the ATI Catalyst Control Center in Windows environment Launching the ATI Catalyst Control Center To launch the ATI Catalyst Control Center 1 Right click on the Windows desktop and select ES Catalyst TM Control Center You can also Sort By right click the ATI icon in the Windows notification Retresh area and select Cayalist Control Center New L 2 The Catalyst Control Center Setup Assistant appears when the system detects the existance of multi graphics cards Click Go to continue to the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1 Inthe Catalyst Control Center window click Graphics Settings CrossFireX Configure 2 Fromthe Graphics Adapter list select the graphics card to act as the display GPU 3 Select Enable CrossFireX Click Apply and then click OK to exit the window ASUS P8Z77 V LE 5 3 5 4 5 2 LucidLogix Virtu MVP LucidLogix Virtu MVP allows your computer s VGA output and discrete graphic cards to perform better respond faster and process media files smoother within a low power environment Its GPU virtualization assigns tasks to the best available graphic source while the newly designed Virtual Vsync gives you a smoother gaming experience LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows 7 operating
90. e jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance BIOS Beep Description VGA detected One short beep Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous beep followed by two short beeps then a pause repeated No memoryidetected One continuous beep followed by three short No VGA detected beeps One continuous beep followed by four short beeps Hardware component failure 7 At power on hold down the Delete key to enter the BIOS Setup Follow the instructions in Chapter 3 2 5 Turning off the computer While the system is ON pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or soft off mode depending on the BIOS setting Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft off mode regardless of the BIOS setting ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 43 2 44 Chapter 2 Hardware information 3 1 Knowing BIOS rA The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input Users can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system The term BIOS in this user manual refers to UEFI BIOS unless otherwise specified BIOS Basic Input and Output System stores system hardware settings such as storage device configur
91. e unplugged before the signal cables are connected If possible disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard ensure that all power cables are unplugged Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged If you detect any damage contact your dealer immediately To avoid short circuits keep paper clips screws and staples away from connectors slots sockets and circuitry Avoid dust humidity and temperature extremes Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet Place the product on a stable surface If you encounter technical problems with the product contact a qualified service technician or your retailer About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and co
92. ed including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment IC Canadian
93. enable or disable battery saving mode This function only applies to notebooks Advanced Settings pue Battery On e Of imer On on 10 Minutes Click to enable or disable the timer When enabled move Click to save the Click to cancel the the scroll bar to the desired time When the system is settings made settings made idle for more than the time period you set the system automatically goes into the Intel Rapid Start mode Default time is 10 minutes Recovering the partition This procedure allows you to delete the Intel Rapid Start Technology from your system and recover the partition you made for the Intel Rapid Start Technology installation 1 Run the Command Prompt tool Type diskpart and press Enter At the diskpart prompt type list disk after DISKPART and press Enter DISKPARTI 1 t d Dick SHE Statu Online 4 Selectthe disk SSD where the Intel Rapid Start Technology VISI ES i is installed for volume recovery type select disk x x number and press Enter MESS Disk 1 is now the selected disk YA The value x refers to a disk number where you want to delete the store partition ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 25 5 Type list partition DISKPART gt list partition press Enter and select the Partition BAB Type se partition where the Intel Partition 1 rinary 3 TT Part it ior Orn 8 E 51 CR Rapid Start Technology is installed by typing select
94. ent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI m 1 3 3 ASUS Exclusive Features see 1 3 4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions esses 1 3 5 ASUS EZ DIY an 1 3 6 Other special features Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 1 Before you proceed eee esee ie seen teinte tenuta anann annaas 2 2 Motherboard overview E 2 2 1 Motherboard layOut seen rent nen enn tron 2 2 2 2 2 Central Processing Unit CPU see 2 4 2 2 8 System memory LL 2 5 2 2 4 ExparisiomSlOl8 2 icr terr e c Macias nr der ries 2 13 2 2 5 UN oe A aaa 2 15 2 2 6 Onboard Switches arsinat 2 16 2 2 7 Onboard LEDS rini iniret reo that etel 2 19 2 2 8 Internal CONNECTOFS L iii 2 21 2 3 Building your computer system eese 2 27 2 3 1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 2 27 2 3 2 CPW installation citerior ter meter 2 28 2 3 3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2 30 2 3 4 DIMM installatioN iii 2 32 2 3 5 Motherboard installation eee 2 33 2 3 6 ATX Power connection 2 35 2 3 7 SATA device connection serere 2 36 2 3 8 Front l O Cornectot ctetu terre tre ies 2 37 2 3 9 Expansion Card installation s 2 38 2 3 10 Rear panel connection eee iii 2 39 2 3 11 Audio I O connec
95. ernally optimize the order of commands RAID Mode Set to RAID Mode when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 19 3 20 S M A R T Status Check Enabled S M A R T Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology is a monitor system When read write of your hard disk errors occur this feature allows the hard disk to report warning messages during the POST Configuration options Enabled Disabled Hot Plug Disabled These items appear only when you set the SATA mode item to AHCI Mode or RAID Mode and allow you to enable disable SATA Hot Plug Support Configuration options Disabled Enabled 3 5 4 System Agent Configuration ET i Tweaker Advanced nced System Agent Configuration gt Memory Remap Feature Enabled gt Graphics Configuration gt NB PCle Configuration Memory Remap Feature Enabled Enabled Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB Disabled Disables this function Graphics Configuration Primary Display Auto Allows you to select a primary display from iGPU PCIE or PCI graphic devices or select SG for switchable GFX Configuration options Auto iGPU PCIE PCI iGPU Memory 64M Allows you to set the iGPU memory size Configuration options 32M 64M 96M 128M 448M 480M 512M 1024M Render Standby Enabled Allows you to enable or disable Render Standby by internal graphics devi
96. et the serial port configuration Serial Port Enabled Allows you to enable or disable the serial port COM Configuration options Enabled Disabled Change Settings IOZ3F8h IRQ 4 This item appears only when you set the Serial Port to Enabled and allows you to select the Serial Port base address Configuration options IO 3F8h IRQ 4 IO 2F8h IRQ 3 IO 3E8h IRQ 4 IO 2E8h IRQ 3 ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 23 3 24 3 5 7 APM Advanced Restore AC Power Loss Power off Power On By PS 2 Keyboard Power On By PCIE PCI Power On By Ring Power On By RTC Restore AC Power Loss Power Off Power On The system goes into on state after an AC power loss Power Off The system goes into off state after an AC power loss Last State The system goes into either off or on state whatever the system state was before the AC power loss Power On By PS 2 Keyboard Disabled Disabled Disables the Power On by a PS 2 keyboard Space Bar Sets the Space Bar on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system Ctrl Esc Sets the Ctrl Esc key on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system Power Key Sets Power key on the PS 2 keyboard to turn on the system This feature requires an ATX power supply that provides at least 1A on the 5VSB lead Power On By PCIE PCI Disabled Disabled Disables the PCIE PCI devices to generate a wake on LAN feature of the Intel Realtek LAN device Enabled Enables the PCIE PCI devices
97. etup 3 2 2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end users to configure the BIOS settings The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations f To access the Advanced Mode click Exit then select Advanced Mode Back button Menu items Menu bar Configuration fields General help UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode au L Advanced ed Onboard Devices Configuration gt HD Audio Controller Front Panel Type SPDIF Out Type PCI Express X16 2 slot Black bandwidth Aarvell Btor Cor Enabled Marvell Storage OPROM Enabled Realtek LAN Controller Realtek PXE OPROM Asmedia USB 3 0 Controller Asmedia USB 3 0 Battery Charging Support gt Serial Port Configuration Submenu item Pop up window Scroll bar Navigation keys Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items in 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 For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu For example selecting Main show
98. figurable field is highlighted when selected To change the value of a field select it and press lt Enter gt to display a list of options 3 4 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to set the system date time language and security settings 3S UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode System Date System Time gt Security Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings User Password If you have forgotten your BIOS password erase the CMOS Real Time Clock RTC RAM to clear the BIOS password See section 2 2 5 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default Not Installed After you set a password these items show Installed ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 5 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system Otherwise you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program To set an administrator password 1 Select the Administrator Password item and press lt Enter gt 2 From the Create New Password box key in a password then press lt Enter gt 3 Confirm the password when prompted To change
99. g Disable disables the Fan Xpert function Standard adjusts fan speed in a moderate pattern Silent minimizes fan speed for quiet fan operation Turbo maximizes the fan speed for the best cooling effect Intelligent automatically adjusts the CPU fan speed according to the ambient temperature Stable fixes the CPU fan speed to avoid noise caused by the unsteady fan rotation However the fan will speed up when the temperature exceeds 70 C User Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations YA Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 6 Probe Il Probe Il is a utility that monitors the computer s vital components and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components Probe Il senses fan rotations CPU temperature and system voltages among others With this utility you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition Launching Probe Il After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch Probe Il by clicking Tool gt Probe Il on the Al Suite Il main menu bar Configuring Probe Il Click the Voltage Temperature Fan Speed tabs to activate the sensors or to adjust the sensor threshold values The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor alerts or change the temperature unit Saves
100. ge that appears on screen during the Power On Self Tests POST Personalize your computer from the very beginning Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch MyLogo by clicking Update gt MyLogo on the Al Suite Il main menu bar Using MyLogo Select the way you would like to do update your boot logo Then click Next and follow the given instructions Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard 1 Under Current BIOS click Browse and choose the desired image for your boot logo Then click on Next ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 15 t la 7 a LL Oo Click on Auto Tune to adjust image size compatibility or adjust the resolution bar You can click on Booting Preview to preview the boot image Then click Next Click on Flash to start updating the image to the boot logo Click on Yes to reboot or you can also see the new logo next time you restart your computer aPon Change the boot logo of a downloaded BIOS file and update or do not update this BIOS to the motherboard 1 At BIOS File Browse to download the requested BIOS file to your system This utility will help you detect the compatibility of the BIOS version Then at Picture File Browse to select the desired image for boot logo Click Next 3 Follow steps 2 5 in Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard to complete logo update eg ty Ss er ev c A YA The fullscreen logo application in
101. he configuration options vary with the BCLK PCIE Frequency item settings Configuration options Auto DDR3 800MHz DDR3 1066MHz DDR3 1333MHz DDR3 1400MHz DDR3 1600MHz DDR3 1800MHz DDR3 1866MHz DDR3 2000MHz DDR3 2133MHz DDR3 2200MHz DDR3 2400MHz DDR3 2600MHz DDR3 2660MHz DDR3 2800MHz Selecting a very high memory frequency may cause the system to become unstable If this happens revert to the default setting Chapter 3 BIOS setup iGPU Max Frequency xxx Allows you to set the iGPU maximum frequency The values range from xxxxMHz by CPU to 3000MHz with a 50MHz interval Use lt gt lt gt to adjust the value EPU Power Saving MODE Disabled Allows you to enable or disable the EPU power saving function Configuration options Disabled Enabled EPU Setting Auto This item appears only when you set the EPU Power Saving MODE item to Enabled and allows you to select the EPU power saving mode Configuration options Auto Light Power Saving Mode Medium Power Saving Mode Max Power Saving Mode OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance Configuration options OK Cancel DRAM Timing Control The sub items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value To restore the default setting type auto using the keyboard and press the lt Enter
102. ick to show icon Select display settings in system tray option for In Game icon Chapter 5 Multiple GPU technology support Performance Allows you to turn ON OFF the Hyperformance or Virtual Vsync function Hyperf ormance Click to turn FN oom verra game peturmance and Hyperformance yi ON or OFF Virtual Vsync Click to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFF ASUS P8Z77 V LE 5 7 Applications Allows you to select applications for graphic virtualization Click to select a program to run by discrete card iGPU or Hyperformance SS TVIRTU Click to add edit or remove programs See the descriptions of these columns below D column allows you to run applications with the discrete graphic card Select D to enable 3D graphical performance for that application I column allows to run applications with iGPU Select I for applications with media extensive performance H column allows you to run applications with Hyperformance Tick H to enhance graphical performance for that application Actual graphical performance varies with the application used and graphics card installed 5 8 Chapter 5 Multiple GPU technology support Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference receiv
103. ion 2 34 ATX Power connection 2 3 6 2 35 ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 3 7 SATA device connection 2 36 Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 8 Front I O Connector To install the system panel connector To install USB 2 0 Connector To install front panel audio connector ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 37 2 3 9 Expansion Card installation To install PCle x16 cards Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 3 10 Rear panel connection 0 86808 b i Rear panel connectors 1 PS 2 Keyboard Mouse COMBO port 2 Optical S PDIF Out port 7 ASMedia USB 3 0 ports 1 and 2 support ASUS USB 3 0 Boost UASP Mode 8 Intel USB 3 0 ports 3 and 4 support ASUS USB 3 0 Boost UASP Mode The bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger 3 Video Graphics Adapter VGA port 8 DVI port 4 External SATA 6G ports 9 HDMI port 5 Intel LAN RJ 45 port 10 DisplayPort 6 Audio I O ports 11 USB2 0 ports 1 and2 and Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions ASUS P8Z77 V LE Due to USB 3 0 controller limitation USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver is installed Due to Intel limitations the USB3_3 4 only support Windows 7 operating system The USB3 4 port supports USB Charger and USB BIOS Flash
104. ion See rri a amc ole n Dak Management help for more etemmaten So Cms The unallocated volume is i allocated to the selected e 00 RERRRRRRENM disk New Volume D 5162 GB NTFS 800 GB healthy Primary Partition Unallocated a Py y UU er e a 4 22 Chapter 4 Software support To launch the disk partitioning tool click Start gt Programs gt Accessories gt Command Prompt tool Type diskpart and press Enter In the diskpart prompt type list disk after DISKPART seu um and press Enter Select the o s disk with the unallocated Disk 1 volume by typing select KPART disk x X disk number and MEE press Enter Disk Mm line Xe 1824 KB LA The value x refers to a disk number where you created the unallocated partition 10 11 Refer to step 5 for details about the unallocated disk space in the SSD Type create partition primary and press Enter After creating a primary partition type detail disk and press Enter to view the details of the partitioned disk Select the RAW volume which has the same size DISKPART gt select volume 3 as the shrinked volume type select volume x olume 3 is the selected volume x number and press Enter to store the Intel Rapid Start partition DISKPART gt Ff The value x refers to a disk number where you want to create the store partition ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 23 4 24 12 Type set id 84 override p
105. ity CPU Power Phase Control Standard Allows you to control the power phase based on the CPU s demands Configuration options Standard Optimized Extreme Manual Adjustment DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Extreme and Manual Mode The o thermal conditions should be monitored CPU Power Duty Control T Probe DIGI VRM Duty control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component s phase Configuration options T Probe Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance Extreme Select to maintain the current VRM balance Chapter 3 BIOS setup CPU Current Capability 100 Allows you to configure the total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously Configuration options 100 110 120 130 140 Choose a higher value when overclocking or under a high CPU loading for extra power support CPU Power Thermal Control 125 A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge the O C potential Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value The values range from 125 to 135 DO NOT remove the thermal module The thermal conditions should be monitored CPU Power Response Control Auto The DIG VRM controller provides a faster and precise power response rate for the CPU Apply a higher value for an extreme overclocking Configuration options Auto Regular 100 Medium 150
106. l Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters LA The following four items appear only when you set CPU Fan Profile to Manual CPU Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature The values range from 40 C to 90 C CPU Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 20 to 100 When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle CPU Lower Temperature 20 Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 27 3 28 CPU Fan Min Duty Cycle 20 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle The values range from 0 to 100 When the CPU temperature is under 40 C the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle Chassis1 2 Q Fan Control Enabled Disabled Disables the Chassis1 2 Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the Chassis1 2 Q Fan control feature Chassis1 2 Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM This item appears only when you enable the Chassis1 2 Q Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis1 2 fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM Chassis1 2 Fan Profile Standard This item appears only when you enable the Chassis1 2 Q Fan Control feature and allows you to set the app
107. low you to change the system boot options SUSS UEFI BIOS Utility Advanced Mode Full Screen Logo Wait for F1 If Error Option ROM Messages Setup Mode UEFI Legacy Boot PCI ROM Priority Bootup NumLock State On On Sets the power on state of the NumLock to On Off Sets the power on state of the NumLock to Off Full Screen Logo Enabled Enabled Enables the full screen logo display feature Disabled Disables the full screen logo display feature Set this item to Enabled to use the ASUS MyLogo 2 feature Wait For F1 If Error Enabled Disabled Disables this function Enabled The system waits for the lt F1 gt key to be pressed when error occurs Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Force BIOS The third party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot sequence Keep Current The third party ROM messages will be displayed only if the third party manufacturer had set the add on device to do so ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 29 3 30 Setup Mode EZ Mode Advanced Mode Sets Advanced Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program EZ Mode Sets EZ Mode as the default screen for entering the BIOS setup program UEFI Legacy Boot Enable both UEFI and Legacy Enable both UEFI and Legacy Enables both UEFI and Legacy boot Disable UEFI Enables the Legacy boot and disables the UEFI boot Disable Legacy Enables the UEFI booth and disables the Legacy boot
108. lows you to enable or disable the EPU function EPU A Enable Disable Default M The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable If you change the switch setting to Enable under the OS environment the EPU function will be activated after the next system bootup You may change the EPU settings in the EPU application change the BIOS settings and enable the EPU function at the same time However the system will use the last setting you have made ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2 17 BIOS FLBK switch The BIOS Flashback buttton offers the most convenient way to update the BIOS It allows overclockers to update new BIOS versions without having to enter their existing BIOS or operating system Just plug in a USB storage and press the BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds and the BIOS is automatically flashed using standby power Hassle free updating for the ultimate convenience BIOS_FLBK P8Z77 V LE BIOS_FLBK Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website www asus com Save it to a USB portable disk and place it in the root directory Plug the USB flash drive into the bottom port of ESATA6G_USB3_34 connector in back I O Press the USB BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds and the light will begi
109. m 0 005 to 0 635V with a 0 005V interval iGPU Manual Voltage Auto This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to Manual Mode and allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage The values range from 0 800V to 1 990V with a 0 005V interval 3 12 Chapter 3 BIOS setup DRAM Voltage Auto Allows you to set the DRAM voltage The values range from 1 20V to 2 135V with a 0 005V interval YA According to Intel CPU spec DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1 65V may damage the CPU permanently We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1 65V VCCSA Voltage Auto Allows you to set the VCCSA voltage The values range from 0 610V to 1 560V with a 0 005V interval PCH Voltage Auto Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage The values range from 0 735V to 1 685V with a 0 005V interval iGPU Offset Voltage DRAM Voltage VCCSA Voltage and PCH Voltage items are YA The values of the CPU Manual Voltage CPU Offset Voltage iGPU Manual Voltage labeled in different color indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high voltage settings Black Yellow Pink CPU Offset 0 005V 0 060V 0 110V 0 160V Voltage 0 055V 0 105V 0 155V 0 635V iGPU Offset 0 005V 0 060V 0 110V 0 160V Voltage 0 055V _ 0 105V 0 155V 0 635V 1 20000V 1 58000V 1 65500V 1 73000V 1 57500V 1 65
110. memes LI monec mastio te folder of your selected software 3 Some software manuals are provided in different languages Sio BRE va Double click the language to M pee m show the software manual co 3 o 2 v D d e 1 Py t E et e a The screenshots in this section are for reference only The actual software manuals containing in the support DVD vary by models 4 2 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information 4 3 1 AI Suite Il AI Suite Il is an all in one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously Installing Al Suite Il To install Al Suite Il on your computer 1 Place the support DVD to the optical drive The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature 2 Click the Utilities tab then click Al Suite II 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation Using Al Suite Il Al Suite Il automatically starts when you enter the Windows operating system OS The Al Suite Il icon appears in the Windows notification area Click the icon to open the Al Suite Il main menu bar Click each button to select and launch a utility to monitor
111. n to flash on the third second The Flashback function is enabled once the light starts to flash The flashing rate of the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed BIOS update is complete once the light signal goes out Donot unplug portable disk power system or press the CLR_CMOS button while BIOS update is ongoing otherwise update will be interrupted In case of interruption please follow the recommended procedures again to complete BIOS update Ifthe light flashes for five seconds and turns into a stable lighting this means that the USB BIOS Flashback is not operating properly This may be caused by 1 Improper installation of the portable disk 2 Error in file name or incompatibility in file format If this is the case please restart the system to turn off the light Updating BIOS may have risks If the BIOS program is damaged during the process causing the system unable to reboot please contact the local service station for help Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 2 7 Onboard LEDs 1 Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED The green LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON in sleep mode or in soft off mode This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED
112. nfiguring the motherboard How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts Chapter 1 Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports Chapter 2 Hardware information This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing system components It includes description of the switches jumpers and connectors on the motherboard Chapter 3 BIOS setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Chapter 4 Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software Chapter 5 Multiple GPU technology support This chapter describes the ATI CrossFireX feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates 1 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS contact information Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation such as warranty flyers that may have been added by your dealer These documents are not part of the standard package vii viii Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perf
113. nnection when enabling the Intel Smart Connect Technology 1 Click Start gt All Programs gt Intel gt Intel Smart Connect Technology 2 Inthe Basic tab click Enable Updating When enabled the Advanced tab is available for advanced function settings The Advanced tab is activated Click to view version when updating is enabled information and help topics Click to configure the basic settings Click to enable or disable the function When updating is enabled click to reset all settings to default When the scroll bar is activated adjust the waking up time period for Internet data update Py y UU er e A 4 28 Chapter 4 Software support 3 Todisable the updating function click Disable Updating Clicking this button automatically disables Mor the configuration in the i Advanced tab To reset ev to defaults click Reset Et Mis Drag G bordes ppi fr potis appli itn pis Juri Pe Stara iti pour auium All to Defaults Liu lt S i PON UM PEELS Hn Rm n EER D apo FONE i NOR ve MEDION ON je af La stud be Newin jan MUST Calant ond owns LI ort orm 4 Inthe Advanced tab set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving This setting only intel applies to the assigned we ANDA z time period vii we LP SE DAEA aer ASI lac meter ots D SEV SY o 5 In the Help tab click About to view the feature s version Click Topics to learn more abou
114. nstantaneous current allowed at any given time for CPU cores Use lt gt and lt gt key to adjust the value at 0 125A increment Secondary Plane Current Limit Auto Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for Internal Graphics cores Use lt gt and lt gt key to adjust the value at 0 125A increment DIGI Power Control CPU Load Line Calibration Auto Load line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance but increases the CPU and VRM thermal This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from the following percentages to boost the system performance 0 Regular 25 Medium 50 High 75 Ultra High and 100 Extreme Configuration options Auto Regular Medium High Ultra High Extreme YA The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification CPU Voltage Frequency Auto Frequency switching affects the VRM transient response and the thermal component Higher frequency gets quicker transient response Configuration options Auto Manual DO NOT remove the thermal module when switching to Manual Mode The thermal conditions should be monitored VRM Spread Spectrum Disabled This item appears only when you set the Frequency item to Auto and allows you to enable the spread spectrum to enhance system stabil
115. ntrol Configuration options Auto Optimized Extreme Auto Allows you to set the Auto mode Optimized Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile Extreme Allows you to set the full phase mode CPU Voltage Offset Mode Manual Mode Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage Offset Mode Allows you to set the Offset voltage CPU Offset Mode Sign This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to Offset Mode To offset the voltage by a positive value H To offset the voltage by a negative value CPU Offset Voltage Auto This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to Offset Mode and allows you to set the Offset voltage The values range from 0 315V to 0 635V with a 0 005V interval CPU Manual Voltage Auto This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to Manual Mode and allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage The values range from 0 800V to 1 990V with a 0 005V interval Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable iGPU Voltage Offset Mode Manual Mode Allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage Offset Mode Allows you to set the iGPU Offset voltage iGPU Offset Voltage Auto This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to Offset Mode and allows you to set the Offset voltage The values range fro
116. o return to the DELETE VOLUME menu Exiting the Intel Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility 1 From the utility main menu select 5 Exit and then press lt Enter gt The following warning message appears 2 Press lt Y gt to exit or press lt N gt to return to the utility main menu 4 34 Chapter 4 Software support 4 6 Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set A The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk Windows XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive due to Windows XP limitation To work around this OS limitation refer to section 4 5 4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 4 6 1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS To create a RAID driver disk without entering the OS Boot your computer Press lt Del gt during POST to enter the BIOS setup utility Set the optical drive as the primary boot device Insert the support DVD into the optical drive Save changes and exit BIOS When the Make Disk menu appears press lt 1 gt to create a RAID driver disk Insert a formatted floppy disk into the USB floppy disk drive then press lt Enter gt Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process ge oOx Gv a 0m c 4 6 2 Creating a RA
117. of Line in Line out and Mic jacks ASUS P8Z77 V LE 1 3 100 All High quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors This motherboard uses all high quality conductive polymer capacitors for durability improved lifespan and enhanced thermal capacity 1 3 2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 1 with New DIGI Power Control The world s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips TPU TurboV Processing Unit and EPU Energy Processing Unit Dual Intelligent Processors 3 builds on that foundation with new SMART DIGI power control which includes multiple digital voltage controllers allowing ultra precise tuning for the CPU iGPU and DRAM It s upgraded with one click extreme performance optimization and selectable CPU wattage levels offering easier power control and better power savings with the user friendly Al Suite Il utility Smart DIGI Technology Get incredible performance increases with TPU and the all new SMART DIGI Up to 85 CPU O C Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design ASUS propels you into the future standard of power management by SMART DIGI Technology which works with the TPU TurboV Processing Unit to give an exceptional increase in CPU overclocking performance When combined you can adjust CPU ratios manually in the TPU and enable the all new SMART DIGI Key by a single click to see an extreme boost in TPU frequency up to 85 CPU Power Wattage cut in half SMAR
118. om one drive to a second drive If one drive fails the disk array management software directs all applications to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance fault tolerance and higher storage capacity The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing relational database applications enterprise resource planning and other business systems Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity redundancy data having to be calculated and written With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup Chapter 4 Software support 4 5 2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives For optimal performance install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID
119. orm certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to X complete a task AN IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task VA NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase lt Key gt Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example lt Enter gt means that you must press the Enter or Return key lt Key1 gt lt Key2 gt lt Key3 gt _ If you must press two or more keys simultaneously the key names are linked with a plus sign Example lt Ctrl gt lt Alt gt lt Del gt P8Z77 V LE specifications summary Chipset Graphics Multi GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel 3 2 Generation Core i7 Core ib Core i3 Pentium Celeron processors Supports 22nm 32nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost technology 2 0 The Intel Turbo Boost technology 2 0 support depends on the CPU types Refer to www asus com for Intel CPU support list Intel Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMMs max 32GB DDR3 2400 0 C 2200 0 C 2133 O C 1866 O C 1600 1333
120. ortcut for most accessed information ASUS DRAM SPD Serial Presence Detect information for accessing memory information detecting faulty DIMMs and helping with difficult POST situations ASUS EZ Flash 2 Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS EZ Flash 2 is a user friendly BIOS update utility Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS You can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS based flash utility ASUS Q Slot ASUS Q Slot is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to enhance your DIY experience CrashFree BIOS 3 Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from USB flash disk The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip ASUS P8Z77 V LE 1 7 1 3 6 Other special features LucidLogix Virtu MVP LucidLogix Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance Technology boosts your discrete graphics card up to 60 beyond its original performance Designed for Intel processor graphics and Windows 7 PCs it perfectly combines the performance of discrete graphic cards with fast computing iGPU Also with newly designed Virtual Sync users can enjoy a smoother gaming experience by eliminating tearing artifacts LucidLogix Virtu MVP can also dynamically assigns tasks to
121. ou need at least one SSD 220GB and a HDD and only one SSD can be assigned for caching If you want to restore the OS go to BIOS Option ROM gt Acceleration Options and remove the Disks Volume Acceleration to disable Intel Smart Response Technology Refer to Chapter 4 section Installing Serial ATA hard disk for the entry of BIOS Option ROM The maximum caching size on the SSD is 64GB If it exceeds the storage capacity left out for caching can still be identified by the system for normal storage 9 4 4 3 Intel Rapid Start Technology Intel Rapid Start Technology allows you to quickly resume your computer from sleeping mode Saving your computer s system memory to the configured SSD provides a faster wake up response time but keeps the energy in a low profile Before applying Intel Rapid Start Technology go to Advanced Mode gt Advanced gt A PCH Configuration in BIOS item and enable Intel Rapid Start Technology Ensure to follow the procedure Creating a partition precisely to enable the Intel Rapid Start function Error message appears if you install the Intel Rapid Start Utility before creating a partition Creating a partition Ensure to backup your data before using the Microsoft partition tool Incorrect partitioning process will result to data loss Adjusting the DRAM to a high frequency will result to unstable system performance 1 Goto Start right click Computer Manage Disk Managemen
122. pIe0C19UION LUI 7 m m N eO A E7257 Second Edition V2 March 2012 Copyright 2012 ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO
123. panel audio connector 1 x S PDIF Out Header 24 pin EATX Power connector 8 pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x Clear CMOS jumper 1 x MemOK Button 1 x USB BIOS Flashback button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch embeded with GPU switch 64 Mb Flash ROM UEFI AMI BIOS PnP DMI2 0 WfM2 0 SM BIOS 2 7 ACPI 2 08 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 WIM 2 0 DMI 2 0 WOL by PME WOR by PME PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6 0Gb s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3 0Gb s cables 1 x User Manual 1 x I O Shield 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti virus software OEM version ATX Form Factor 12 x 9 6 30 5cm x 24 4cm Specifications are subject to change without notice xii 1 1 Welcome Thank you for buying an ASUS P8Z77 V LE motherboard The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards Before you start installing the motherboard and hardware devices on it check the items in your package with the list below 1 2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items UD 2 x Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s 2 x Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s YA fany of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer The illustrated item
124. r M2F2G64CB88D7N CG Elixir N2CB2G80DN CG Elixir M2F2G64CB88G7N CG Elixir N2CB2G80GN CG Elixir M2F4G64CB8HBSN ca Elixir N2CB2G80BN CG Elixir M2F4G64CB8HD5N ca KINGSHARE _KSRPCD313332G Elixir PATRIOT N2CB2G80DN CG PM128M8D385 15 KINGSTEK KSTD3PC 10600 MICRON PE911 125E Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3 10666 SAMSUNG SEC 904 HCH9 K4B1G0846D MARKVI BMD32048M SION 1333C9 1123 MARKVI SION M3D1288P 13 MARKVI BMD34096M SION 1333C9 1124 PATRIOT PSD31G13332H MARKVI SION M3D2568E 13 PATRIOT PSD31G13332 PATRIOT PM64M8D38U 15 PATRIOT PSD32G13332H RAMAXEL RMR1870ED48 E8F 1333 ELPIDA J1108BDBG DJ F RAMAXEL RMR1870EC58 E9F 1333 ELPIDA J2108BCSE DJ F RiDATA C304627CB1AG22Fe RiDATA N A RiDATA E304459CB1AG32Cf RiDATA N A SILICON SP001GBLTU133S01 POWER NANYA NT5CB128M8AN CG SILICON POWER SP001GBLTU133S02 Elixir N2CB1680AN C6 SILICON POWER SP002GBLTU133S02 Elixir N2CB1680AN C6 TAKEMS TMS1GB364D081 107EY TAKEMS TMS1GB364D081 138EY TAKEMS TMS2GB364D081 107EY TAKEMS TMS2GB364D081 138EY TAKEMS TMS2GB364D082 138EW UMAX E41302GP0 73BDB U2S24D30TP 13 WINTEC 3WVS31333 2G CNR ASUS P8Z77 V LE AM3420803 13H 2 11 P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Part No Size
125. ress Enter and wait for the shrinking process until the Disk Management utility identifies a new partition called Hibernation Partition 4 override 8 00 GB Healthy Hibernation Partit n VA The Hibernation Partition does not appear when you choose GPT GUID Partition Table store type Ensure the Unallocated disappears from the volume and a new partition is identified partition ID 13 Reboot the system after creating the partition The partition for Intel Rapid Start Technology is incomplete if the computer is not rebooted E and this results to function failure of Intel Rapid Start Technology Enabling and disabling the Intel Rapid Start Technology under the OS A Install the Intel Rapid Start Technology first from your support DVD in order to launch the Intel Rapid Start Manager After creating the partition launch the Intel Rapid Start Manager to enable or disable the Intel Rapid Start Technology 1 Click the Show hidden icons arrow from the right side of the task bar and click Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager icon Customize Chapter 4 Software support 2 Tick Onin the Status field to enable the function and click Save Select and click to enable or disable the function Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager Intel Rapid Start Technology Manager Status Intel Rapid Start Technology On Off Click to
126. ropriate performance level of the chassis1 2 fan Standard Sets to Standard to make the chassis fan automatically adjust depending on the chassis temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet chassis fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum chassis fan speed Manual Sets to Manual to assign detailed fan speed control parameters YA The following four items appear only when you set Chassis1 2 Fan Profile to Manual Chassis1 2 Upper Temperature 70 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the upper limit of the chassis temperature The values range from 40 C to 90 C Chassis1 2 Fan Max Duty Cycle 100 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the maximum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 20 to 100 When the chassis temperature reaches the upper limit the chassis fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle Chassis1 2 Lower Temperature 40 Displays the lower limit of the chassis temperature Chasis1 2 Fan Min Duty Cycle 60 Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the minimum chassis fan duty cycle The values range from 0 to 100 When the chassis temperature is under 40 C the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle Anti Surge Support Enabled This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function Configuration options Disabled Enabled Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 7 Boot menu The Boot menu items al
127. rtition Capacity System DRAM Requirements 2GB 4GB Intel Rapid Start 2GB 4GB 8GB Intel Smart Response 20GB 20GB 20GB Separate 20GB Separate Separate Intel Smart Response and 2GB 20GB and 4GB 20GB and 8GB and partition partition partition Intel Rapid Start SSD size gt SSD size gt SSD size gt 22GB 24GB 28GB Separate Separate 20GB 20GB and 4GB and 8GB partition partition SSD size gt SSD size gt 24GB 28GB MORSI uE lE Separate 20GB Intel Rapid Start and 2GB partition and SSD size gt Intel Smart Connect 22GB a c amp E a2 E I zi o D S 2 n D 2 A The SSD used for Intel Rapid Start and Intel Smart Response is not allowed for creating RAID Due to OS behavior Intel Rapid Start Technology works inefficiently with over 4G system memory under Windows 7 32 bit operating system Only Intel internal SATA ports gray and blue support Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies The performance of Intel Smart Response Technology and Intel Rapid Storage Technology vary by the installed SSD 4 la 0 hd a o X O ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 19 Py y UU er e a 4 4 2 Intel Smart Response Technology Intel Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance It uses an installed fast SSD min 20GB available as a cache for frequently accessed operations speeding up hard drive main memory
128. ry that features data transfer rates of 2400 O C 2200 O C 2133 O C 1866 1600 1333 1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics multimedia and Internet applications The dual channel DDRG architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance Due to the behavior of Intel 2nd Generation processor DDR3 2200 and above 2000 1800 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133 1866 1600 MHz frequency as default Complete USB 3 0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3 0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel 6 USB 3 0 ports in total Experience the latest plug amp play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2 0 The P8Z77 V LE affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity Quad GPU CrossFireX Support The motherboard s powerful Intel Z77 platform optimizes PCle allocation in multiple GPU configurations of CrossFireX This allows you to enjoy a never before experienced brand new gaming style Intel Smart Response Technology SSD Speed with HDD Capacity Intel Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance It uses an installed fast SSD min 18 6GB available capacity required as a cache for frequently accessed data Key benefits include reduced load and wait times and lower power consumption through the elimination of unnecessary hard drive spin This technology combines SSD performance with hard drive capa
129. s Auto Tuning Auto Tuning is an intelligent tool that automates overclocking to achieve a total system level up This tool also provides stability testing Even O C beginners can achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results with Auto Tuning GPU Boost Go to the Limit with iGPU Level Up GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance The user friendly interface facilitates flexible frequency adjustments It easily delivers stable system level upgrades for every use 1 3 3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3 0 Boost Faster USB 3 0 Transmission with UASP New ASUS USB 3 0 Boost technology supports UASP USB Attached SCSI Protocol the latest USB 3 0 standard With USB 3 0 Boost technology a USB device s transmission speed is significantly increased up to 170 adding to an already impressive fast USB 3 0 transfer speed ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3 0 peripherals without the need for any user interaction USB BIOS Flashback Easy Worry free USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary hardware based BIOS update solution USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way ever to update the BIOS It allows users to update new UEFI BIOS versions even without hardware such as a CPU or DRAM installed into the motherboard Just plug in a USB flash drive containing the BIOS file and press the BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds with the power supply connected The UEFI
130. s above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models ASUS P8Z77 V LE 1 1 1 3 Special features 1 3 1 Product highlights LGA1155 socket for Intel 3 2 Generation Core i7 Core i5 Core i3 Pentium Celeron Processors This motherboard supports Intel 3rd 2nd generation Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium Celeron processors in the LGA1155 package with iGPU memory and PCI Express controllers integrated to support onboard graphics output with dedicated chipsets 2 channel 4 DIMM DDR3 memory and 16 PCI Express 3 0 2 0 lanes This provides great graphics performance Intel 319 2 generation Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium Celeron processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world Intel Z77 Express Chipset The Intel Z77 Express Chipset is a single chipset design to support socket 1155 Intel 3rd 2nd generation Core i7 i5 i3 Pentium Celeron processors It provides improved performance by utilizing serial point to point links allowing increased bandwidth and stability Additionally Z77 chipset provides 4 USB 3 0 ports for 10 times faster data retrieval speed Moreover Intel Z77 Express Chipset can also enable iGPU function letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance Dual Channel DDR3 2400 0 C 2200 0 C 2133 O C 1866 O C 1600 1333 1066 Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memo
131. s are unplugged before installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket Upon purchase of the motherboard ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and the socket contacts are not bent Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing or if you see any damage to the PnP cap socket contacts motherboard components ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment transit related Keep the cap after installing the motherboard ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization RMA requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation removal or misplacement loss incorrect removal of the PnP cap Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 2 3 System memory The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 DDR3 Dual Inline Memory Modules DIMM sockets A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDRG slot P8Z77 V LE 240 pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations DIMM A1 DIMM A2 DIMM B1 DIMM B2 amp We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability ASUS P8Z77 V LE 2
132. s the Main menu items The other items Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool and Exit on the menu bar have their respective menu items Back button This button appears when entering a submenu Press lt Esc gt or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen Submenu items A greater than sign gt before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu To display the submenu select the item and press lt Enter gt Pop up window Select a menu item and press lt Enter gt to display a pop up window with the configuration options for that item Scroll bar Ascroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down gt keys to display the other items on the screen Navigation keys At the bottom right corner of the menu screen are the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings General help At the top right corner of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Use lt F12 gt key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the value of the field opposite the item You cannot select an item that is not user configurable A con
133. se the PCle 3 0 2 0 x16_1 slot blue for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance In CrossFireX mode use the PCle 3 0 2 0 x16 1 and PCle 2 0 x16 2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX mode Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA FAN1 2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment See pagg 2 23 for details IRQ assignments for this motherboard Audio Controller C shared EHCI Controller shared XHCI Controller shared SATA Controller PCIE x16 1 shared PCIE x16 2 shared PCIE x1 1 shared PCIE x1 2 PCI Slot 1 shared PCI Slot 2 shared PCI Slot 3 shared Realtek 8111F LAN Marvell SATA 6Gb s Controller shared ASM1042 2 14 shared Chapter 2 Hardware information 2 2 5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM 3 pin CLRTC This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock RTC RAM in CMOS You can clear the CMOS memory of date time and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS which include system setup information such as system passwords CLRTC 2 2 8 e SS Normal Clear RTC Sh Devono M Default
134. sions UASP standard only supports Windows 8 ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 SMART DIGI Power Control SMART DIGI Smart DIGI Key quickly delivers higher VRM frequency voltage and current for superior CPUAGPU DRAM overclocking performance with one switch Smart CPU Power Level Intel VRD 12 5 Future Power Design provides the best digital power saving conditions CPU Power Industry leading digital 8 phase power design 6 phase for CPU 2 phase for IGPU ASUS CPU power utility DRAM Power Industry leading ditital 2 phase DRAM power design ASUS DRAM power utility ASUS EPU EPU EPU Switch ASUS TPU Auto Tuning TurboV GPU Boost TPU switch continued on the next page P8Z77 V LE specifications summary ISIN ASUS Exclusive Features features ASUS USB 3 0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3 0 UASP standard ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use ASUS USB Charger featuring quick charging function for all smart devices ASUS Al Charger ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB HDD support ASUS MemOK ASUS Al Suite Il ASUS Anti Surge Protection ASUS Low EMI ASUS ESD 100 All High quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design Stylish Heat sink amp MOS Heatsink solution ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with
135. splay the detected temperatures CPU Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore N A PWR Fan Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore N A Chassis Fan 1 2 Speed xxxx RPM or Ignore N A The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU chassis and power fan speed in rotations per minute RPM If the fan is not connected to the motherboard the field shows N A Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed CPU Voltage 3 3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item CPU Q Fan Control Enabled Disabled Disables the CPU Q Fan control feature Enabled Enables the CPU Q Fan control feature CPU Fan Speed Low Limit 200 RPM This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed Configuration options Ignore 200 RPM 300 RPM 400 RPM 500 RPM 600 RPM CPU Fan Profile Standard This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the CPU fan Standard Sets to Standard to make the CPU fan automatically adjust depending on the CPU temperature Silent Sets to Silent to minimize the fan speed for quiet CPU fan operation Turbo Sets to Turbo to achieve maximum CPU fan speed Manua
136. stem performance Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad The values range from 80 0MHz to 300 0MHz Turbo Ratio Auto Allows you to manually adjust the Trubo CPU ratio Auto All Turbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings By Per Core All numbers of active cores can be set to an individual Turbo ratio in BIOS Ratio Mode By Per Core This item appears only when you set the Turbo Ratio item to By Per Core Configuration options By Per Core Synchronization 1 Core Ratio Limit Auto This item appears only when you set both the Turbo Ratio and Ratio Mode item to By Per Core Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value 2 3 4 Core Ratio Limit Auto This item appears only when you set the Turbo Ratio item to By Per Core and Ratio Mode item to Synchromization Use the lt gt and lt gt keys to adjust the value Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto Allows you to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage Configuration options Auto Enabled Disabled CPU bus speed DRAM speed ratio mode Auto Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode Auto DRAM speed is set to the optimized settings 100 133 The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100 133 100 100 The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100 100 Memory Frequency Auto Allows you to set the memory operating frequency T
137. support 4 3 8 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard This utility allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device With ASUS USB BIOS Flashback hardware feature the system BIOS is conveniently updated without booting your system Current BIOS Sets the schedule information for BIOS Update download Click to check for an update BIO firmware available for download Cancels all changes Applies all changes Scheduling the latest BIOS download 1 Inthe Download Setting field tick Schedule days and select the number of days for the next download update available 2 Click Apply to save the BIOS download schedule Click Cancel to cancel the changes made Downloading the updated BIOS A Plug the flash drive before you start downloading 1 Click Check for New BIOS Update to look for an updated BIOS firmware 2 Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS firmware ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 13 1 After the utility detects a new BIOS firmware save the BIOS firmware by clicking Ell from the Save to field select the USB flashdrive and click Download 2 After the download is complete click OK After you download the BIOS file to your flash drive you can update the motherboard s BIOS Refer to BIOS FLBK switch section in 2 2 6 Onboard Switches for details 4 14 Chapter 4 Software support 4 3 9 MyLogo2 This MyLogo utility lets you customize the boot logo The boot logo is the ima
138. sure to set the Primary Display to iGPU in BIOS to activate i Mode support d Mode To use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in d Mode the display must be connected to the installed graphics card A s Ensure to set the Primary Display to PCIE or PCIE PCI in BIOS to enable d Mode support d Mode is recommended for an enhanced 3D gaming performance d Mode VGA output from i Mode VGA output discrete graphics card from motherboard AN The motherboard s IO ports and discrete graphic card is for reference only and may vary in different models ASUS P8Z77 V LE 5 5 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP WA Main Launch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to configure the main features adjust the performance settings and select applications for graphical virtualization To open the control panel right click LucidLogix Virtu MVP icon in the notification area and select Open Virtu MVP Control Panel Open Virtu MVP Control Panel Check for updates Disable Virtu MVP Remove from system tray LucidLogix Virtu MVP is automatically activated when your system is powered on Select Remove from system tray if you want to remove LucidLogix Virtu MVP icon from the notification area Allows you to turn ON OFF the GPU virtualization Also from the Main tab you can set to show or hide the In Game icon 5 6 Click to turn ON OFF the LucidLogix Virtu MVP UIRTU Click to restore to default T
139. systems Intel Quick Sync Video feature is supported by the 3rd 2nd generation Intel Core processor family d iGPU Multi Monitor support option must be enabled in BIOS and install both Intel Graphics Accelerator and graphics card driver before installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP from ASUS support DVD Refer to 3 5 4 System Configuration for details Hyperformance and Virtual Sync are enabled when using more than one discrete GPU at the same time Supports NVIDIA GF4xx 5xx series and AMD HD5xxx 6xxx series graphic cards We do not recommended to use LucidLogix Virtu MVP under RAID mode Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP To install LucidLogix Virtu MVP 1 Insert the support DVD in the optical drive The ASUS Support Wizard appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature 2 Click the Utilites tab then click LucidLogix Virtu MVP Software 3 Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions to complete the installation After you successfully installed the LucidLogix Virtu MVP the LucidLogix Virtu MVP icon appears in the notification area Chapter 5 Multiple GPU technology support Setting up your display LucidLogix Virtu MVP solution comes with two distinct modes that allows you to enjoy better graphics either from your built in video output i Mode or from a discrete graphics card d Mode i Mode To use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in i Mode the display must be connected to the onboard video output En
140. t 2 Selectthe SSD that you want to create the partition t la Q da a lt ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 21 3 Rightclick the New Volume that you want to shrink from Neve Vetere D Open 5941 Gb NTFS Liplere and select Shrink Volume Healthy Primary Partition Change Drive Lemer and Patha Format gt ero Primary partition x 4 Ifyour SSD is not initialized and unformatted a Right click the disk that you want to create the partition and select Initialize b Right click the unallocated volume select New Simple Volume and follow the remaining steps lt P Disk 1 _ EE E_ Z Unicow 4000 GB 000 GB Net Inmahred Ueb sted MN If your SSD is smaller than 64GB and is set to Full disk capacity caching option for Intel Smart Response you can not see any volume in the Disk Management Ensure to set your cache memory value of 18 6GB in Intel Smart Response to allow enough capacity for the Intel Rapid Start partition 5 Key in the required partition size and must be equal to enm ia the system DRAM memory 3 7 p 1GB 1024MB Click loam rente nec Shrink Sre d evalatie ter ace r ME san Erter the mert of space to sherk n MB nad lt Go to Start gt Control Total sie ater vr n ME 3205 Panel gt System and T Yoe eea erh a vene beyond Pe port utum my menta te am acted Security gt System and w s lt _ o 77 neemen check the DRAM size informat
141. t Optional D 1 DIMM 2DIMMs 4DIMMs CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 4GB x 2GB 9 9 9 24 1 65V CORSAIR CMT6GX3MA1866C9 XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB 9 9 9 94 1 65V CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9 XMP 8GB 2 x 4GB 9 10 9 27 1 50V G SKILL F3 14900CL9D 8GB 2 x 4GB 9 10 9 28 1 5V 8GBXL XMP G SKILL F3 14900CL9Q 8GB 2GB x 4 9 9 9 24 1 6V 8GBXL XMP KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3 3GB 3 x 1GB 1 65V 3GX XMP KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3 6GB 3 x 2GB 1 65V P8Z77 V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists QVL DDR3 1600MHz capability Vendors Paart No SS Chip Chip NO Timing Voltage DIMM socket support DS Brand Optional 1 DIMM 2DIMMs 4 DIMMs A DATA AM2U16BC2P1 SS A DATA 3CCD 150 9A EL1126T A DATA AD31600E001GM O U3K 3GB 3x 1GB SS 8 8 8 24 1 65V 1 85V A DATA AM2U16BC4P2 4GB DS A DATA 3CCD 150 9A EL1126T A DATA AX3U1600GC4G9 2G XMP 8GB 2x4GB DS 9 9 9 24 A DATA AX3U1600XC4G79 2X XMP 8GB 2x 4GB DS 7 9 7 21 CORSAIR _TR3X3G1600C8D XMP 3GB 3 x 1GB SS 8 8 8 24 CORSAIR CMD12GX3M6A1600C8 XMP 12GB 6x2GB 8 8 8 24 CORSAIR CMP4GX3M2A1600C8 XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB 8 8 8 24 CORSAIR CMP4GX3M2A1600C9 XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB CORSAIR CMP4GX3M2C1600C7 XMP 4GB x 2GB CORSAIR CMX4GX3M2A1600C9 XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB CORSAIR CMX4GX3M2A1600C9 XMP 4GB 2 x 2GB CORSAIR X TR3X6G1600C8 G XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB CORSAIR TR3X6G1600C8D G XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB CORSAIR TR3X6G1600C9 G XMP 6GB 3 x 2GB CORSAIR C
142. t the Intel Smart Connect Technology and its configuration iz Q 4 a lt ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 29 4 5 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions 7 Intel Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 and RAID 5 support You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or Windows 64 bit XP 7 64 bit 7 operating systems OS before using Serial ATA hard disk drives The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or Windows 64 bit XP 7 64 bit 7 operating systems OS Due to Windows XP limitation a RAID array with the total capacity over 2TB cannot be set as a boot disk A RAID array over 2TB can only be set as a data disk only If you want to install a Windows operating system to a hard disk drive included in a RAID set you have to create a RAID driver disk and load the RAID driver during OS installation Refer to section 4 6 Creating a RAID driver disk for details 4 5 1 RAID definitions RAID 0 Data striping optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel interleaved stacks Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate double that of a single disk alone thus improving data access and storage Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup RAID 1 Data mirroring copies and maintains an identical image of data fr
143. tA P1 D Int P2 D dan ID P8Z77 V LE USB3 0 Front panel connector A You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3 0 bracket to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3 0 solution Intel Z77 Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA3G_1 4 blue These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA 3 0 Gb s signal cables If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives you can create a RAID 0 1 5 and 10 configuration with the Intel Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel Z77 chipset SATA3G 4 SATA3G 3 SATA3G 2 SATA3G_1 P8Z77 V LE SATA 3 0Gb s connectors ATA RAID set using these connectors set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to RAID Mode Refer to section 3 5 3 SATA Configuration for details When using NCQ please check the SATA Mode in the BIOS is AHCI Mode Refer to 3 5 3 SATA Configuration for details A These connectors are set to AHCI Mode by default If you intend to create a Serial You must install Windows XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later versions Before creating a RAID set refer to section 4 4 RAID Configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD Ch
144. the best available graphics resource based on power performance and system load This allows users to fully utilize 3x faster video conversion with Intel Quick Sync Video technology while retaining high end 3D rendering and gaming performance provided by both NVIDIA and AMD graphic cards When the discrete graphic card is not required power consumption goes automatically down to near zero making the system more environmentally friendly For users searching for perfection LucidLogix Virtu MVP provides great graphical performance and the best flexibility and efficiency LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows operating system Intel Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 3rd 2nd generation Intel Core processor family DisplayPort 1 1a Support DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that delivers up to 10 8 Gbps of bandwidth over standard cables providing billions of colors and bi directional communications thus enabling the fastest refresh rates and the highest resolution digital display through a single cable Also it supports HDCP copy protection for Blu ray discs Simply output 3D signals through the connected DisplayPort 1 1a cable with your 3D display then you can sit back and enjoy a perfect 3D animation experience HDMI Support Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home Theater Entertainment High Definition Multimedia Surface HDMI is a set of digital video standards that delivers mulit channel audio and un
145. the system to update the motherboard BIOS to display the system information and to customize the settings of Al Suite II Click to customize the interface settings Click to show the system information Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to select a utility Shortcut to the Auto Tuning Mode under TurboV EVO A The Auto Tuning button appears only on models with the TurboV EVO function The applications in the Tool menu vary with models The screeshots of AI Suite Il in this user manual are for reference only The actual screenshots vary with models t la 7 a LL Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration ASUS P8Z77 V LE 43 44 4 3 2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as Auto Tuning function that offers automatic and easy overlocking and system level up After installing AI Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool gt TurboV EVO on the AI Suite Il main menu bar YA Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration TurboV TurboV allows you to overclock the BCLK frequency CPU voltage DRAM voltage VCCSA Voltage CPU PLL Voltage
146. tions eene 2 M 24 Starting up for the first time eren 2 43 2 5 Turning off the computer Contents Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 1 KnowingiBIOS arci ia 3 1 3 2 BIOS setup program 2 3 1 3 2 1 IA Dem A TT 3 2 3 2 2 Advanced Modes uineis m t mai dire aser e RR 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 5 1 CPU Configuration a 3 15 3 5 2 PGHGonfiguration coe cte tentent 3 17 3 5 3 SATA Configuration 3 19 3 5 4 System Agent Configuration eee 3 20 3 5 5 USB Configuration cir riter tt reti nee 3 21 3 5 6 Onboard Devices Configuration es 3 22 3 5 7 ld E 3 24 3 5 8 NetWork Stack itineri eiie ais 3 25 3 6 Monitor MENU 3 26 3 7 Boot Menu iii 3 29 3 8 dum 3 31 3 8 1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility sionis tente 3 31 3 8 2 ASUS 0 0 Profile nsen 3 31 3 8 3 ASUS SPD Information seen 3 32 3 9 I2 durdi e M 3 33 3 10 Updating BIOS eintreten rnnt tete renean 3 34 3 10 1 ASUS Update utility ciance 3 34 3 402 ASUS EZFlash 2 utility recie ee 3 37 3 10 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Utility iii 3 38 3 10 4 ASUS BIOS Updater eese sentent ntes 3 39 Chapter 4 Software support 4 1 Installing an operating system eren 4 1 4 2 Support DVD information
147. tomatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them Chapter 3 BIOS setup Chapter 4 4 1 Installing an operating system This motherboard supports Windows XP 64 bit XP 7 64 bit 7 operating systems OS Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware fo Motherboard settings and hardware options vary Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information Ensure that you install the Windows XP Service Pack 3 or Windows 64 bit XP 7 64 bit 7 operating systems OS before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability 4 2 Support DVD information The support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers software applications and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features YA The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updates 4 2 1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive The DV
148. tteries other components as well as the packaging materials Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for detailed recycling information in different regions Appendices ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 11259 Telephone 886 2 2894 3447 Fax 886 2 2890 7798 E mail info asus com tw Web site www asus com tw Technical Support Telephone 86 21 38429911 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA Telephone 1 812 282 3777 Fax 1 510 608 4555 Web site usa asus com Technical Support Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959911 Web site www asus de Online contact www asus de sales Technical Support Telephone 49 1805 010923 Support Fax 49 2102 9599 11 Online support support asus com EUR 0 14 minute from a German fixed landline EUR 0 42 minute from a mobile phone n 9 i 5 lt 7 2 a lt q ASUS P8Z77 V LE A 3 EC Declaration of Conformity SUS bany romeo Pere Porania We the undersigned Manufacturer ASUSTek COMPUTER INC Address City No 150 LI TE RD PEITOU TAIPEI 112 TAIWAN R O C Country TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe ASUS COMPUTER GmbH
149. u see on your screen Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program Ifthe system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu See section 3 9 Exit Menu for details If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value See section 2 2 5 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices The BIOS setup program is designed to make it as easy to use as possible Being a menu driven program it lets you scroll through the various submenus and select from the available options using a keyboard or a USB mouse The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes EZ Mode and Advanced Mode You can change modes from the Exit menu or from the Exit Advanced Mode button in the EZ Mode Advanced Mode screen ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 1 3 2 1 EZ Mode By default the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information and allows you to select the display language system performance mode and boot device priority To access the Advanced Mode click Exit Advanced Mode then select Advanced Mode YA The default screen for
150. ues RAID 0 128KB RAID 10 64KB RAID 5 64KB f We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing 7 When the Capacity item is selected enter the RAID volume capacity that you want and press lt Enter gt The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity 8 When the Create Volume item is selected press Enter The following warning message appears Are you sure you want to create this volume Y N 9 Press Y to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or lt N gt to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu t la o E a LL O ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 33 Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set To delete a RAID set 1 From the utility main menu select 2 Delete RAID Volume and press lt Enter gt The following screen appears DELETE VOLUME MENU Drives Capacit Status Bootable HELP Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non RAID ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED This does not apply to Recovery volumes 2 Use the up down arrow key to select the RAID set you want to delete and then press Del The following warning message appears CRCR TH TEN MENNIE MAER TANT 3 Press lt Y gt to delete the RAID set and return to the utility main menu or press lt N gt t
151. values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus When you select this option or if you press lt F5 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to load the default values Save Changes amp Reset Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press lt F10 gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to save changes and exit Discard Changes amp Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press lt Esc gt a confirmation window appears Select Yes to discard changes and exit ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application shellx64 efi from one of the available filesystem devices ASUS P8Z77 V LE 3 33 3 34 3 10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability compatibility or performance However BIOS updating is potentially risky If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS DO NOT manually update the BIOS Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system s failure to boot Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary aN Visit the ASUS website www asus com to download
152. y to your computer s platform Once installed and activated the Intel Smart Connect Technology periodically wakes up the system from sleeping mode performs user state gathering and initiates re entry to sleeping mode to wake up after a set time interval ntel Smart Connect Technology supports Windows Live Mail Microsoft Outlook and Seesmic applications Itis necessary to enable the items of the PCH Configuration in the BIOS before applying the Intel Smart Connect Technology Go to Advanced Mode gt Advanced gt PCH Configuration and enable the Intel Smart Connect Technology Installing the Intel Smart Connect Technology 1 Place the support DVD to the optical drive 2 Goto Utilities and click Intel Smart Connect Technology 3 Asthe setup wizard appears click Next to begin the setup 4 Tick accept the terms in the License Agreement and click Next q la o a ASUS P8Z77 V LE 4 27 5 Select all and click Next for Pf tart nwt coved totems tb al tne Custom Setup ee Epica ito ec Pa encre DO my 6 Click Install to proceed the installation 7 Click Yes to restart your system and for the newly installed Intel Smart Connect Technology to take effect Using the Intel Smart Connect Technology AN Before the system goes to sleep mode ensure to keep your applications on the desktop and enter the applications passwords Ensure that the internet is in co

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