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    Motherboard P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    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
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    guide...vii P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS
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    Stack 3-26 3.6 Monitor menu 3-27 3.7 Boot menu 3-30 3.8 Tools menu 3-32 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-32 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile 3-32 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information 3-33 3.9 Exit menu...3-34 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-35 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-35 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-38
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    4-42 4.5.3 4.5.4 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 4-42 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility 4-42 4.6 Creating a RAID driver disk 4-46 4.6.1 Creating a RAID driver disk without entering the OS 4-46 4.6.2 4.6.3 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows 4-46 Installing the RAID
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    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
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    need when installing and configuring 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
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    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 complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete
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    P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Multi-GPU support Expansion slots LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® processors Supports 22nm / 32nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0* * The Intel®
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    P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary Storage LAN Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset: - 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - 4 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (blue) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support - Supports Intel® Smart Response
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    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 Precision Tweaker 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment - vCCSA: 190-step system agent voltge control - vDRAM Bus: 187-step Memory voltage
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    Detect) Memory information WfM 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 ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 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
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    list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of the above
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    connectivity. Quad-GPU SLI™ and Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Support Flexible Multi-GPU Solutions, Your Weapon of Choice! P8Z77-V LE PLUS brings you the multi-GPU choice of either SLI™ or CrossFireX. The motherboard features the most powerful Intel® Z77 platform to optimize PCIe allocation in multiple GPU
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    speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation CoreTM processors. 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-3
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    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
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    The UEFI BIOS then automatically updates 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! ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 1-5
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    network congestion and long-waits on downloads. Auto PPPoE network connection provides a one-step setup. Overall, it's an intuitive network bandwidth control center. MemOK! Any Memory is A-OK! MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool requires a mere push
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    . 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 PLUS 1-7
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    power use down to zero, making the system more environmentally friendly. For users searching for perfection, LucidLogix Virtu MVP provides great graphical performance, and best flexibility and efficiency. * LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system. ** Intel The motherboard is ASUS
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    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 motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-1
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    LGA1155 Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout KB_USB12 SPDIFO _HDMI _DP 12 3 45 AUDIO RTL 8111F CHA_FAN1 PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power P8Z77-V LE PLUS PCIEX16_1 USB3_34 11 ASM 1042 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 Intel® Z77 Marvell® PCIe SATA 6.0Gb/s controller SATA3G_3 SATA3G_1
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    CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) 2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 3. EPU LED (EPU_LED) 4. EPU switch 5. TPU switch 6. TPU LED (TPU_LED) 7. Intel® CPU socket 8. DDR3 DIMM sockets 2-19 2-24 2-26 2-24 2-25 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-3
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    (CPU) The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU
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    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 DDR3 slot. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory
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    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. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz
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    frequency support varies 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 modules run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3
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    50V - 9-10-9-28 1.5V - 9-9-9-24 1.6V - - 1.65V - - 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability Vendors Paart No. Size SS/ Chip
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    (3 x 2GB) DS - - Timing Voltage 9-9-9-27 1.65V DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • • - 1.5~1.6V • • • Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors A-DATA continued on the next page) ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-9
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    Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 - • • • Crucial
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    P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL 7-7-7-20 1.5V 8-8-8-24 1.5V 8-8-8-24 1.5V - - - - DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-11
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    of Dual-channel memory configuration. • 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 ASUS website for the latest QVL
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    ) 6. PCI slot 2 7. PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-13
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    sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. Refer to page 2-27 for details. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. See page 2-25 for details. • The PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel
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    . • 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 PLUS 2-15
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    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 starts blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS MemOK! switch
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    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. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    LE PLUS EPU Boost switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • 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
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    for 3 seconds, and the BIOS is automatically flashed using standby power. Hassle-free updating for the ultimate convenience! P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch 1. Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. com). Save it to a USB
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    the onboard LED. P8Z77-V LE PLUS SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Z77-V LE PLUS Onboard LED 2. DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM 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
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    LE PLUS BIOS Flashback LED 4. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost LED 5. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. TPU_LED P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. P8Z77-V LE PLUS manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection in the BIOS to [AHCI]. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service
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    the BIOS to [AHCI]. 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    P8Z77-V LE PLUS USB2.0 connectors Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! 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
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    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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-25
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    panel USB 3.0 solution. P8Z77-V LE PLUS USB3_34 P8Z77-V LE PLUS USB3.0 front panel connector • You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. • Due to Intel® limitations, the USB3_12 and USB3_34 only support Windows® 7 operating
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    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 PLUS
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    (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED SPEAKER PLED+ PLED+5V Ground Ground Speaker P8Z77-V LE PLUS PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8Z77-V LE PLUS System panel connector • System
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    PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-29
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    Chapter 2 2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1 A B 2 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    3 4 C A B 5 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-31
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    Chapter 2 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. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 A B 2 B A 3 4 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-33
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    2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A 2-34 A Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.5 1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-35
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    3 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE PLUS DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR OR Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-37
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    2.3.7 SATA device connection 1 OR 2 OR Chapter 2 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install the system panel connector Chapter 2 To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS AAFP 2-39
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    2.3.9 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards Chapter 2 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    only. • The USB3_2 port supports USB Charger+ and USB BIOS Flashback. • 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. DO NOT insert a different connector to the external SATA port. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-41
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    • 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 cannot be converted to output RGB signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. * LAN port LED
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    Chapter 2 2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-43
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    Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    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 PLUS 2-45
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    Chapter 2 2-46 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. �S�e�e��s�e��c�ti�o�n� 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
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    , CPU/chassis/power fan speed Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets the system, or enters the Advanced Mode UEFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Version : 0306 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Total Memory
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    Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings. Boot Tool Exit For changing the system boot configuration For configuring options for special functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu brief description of the selected item. U��s�e� key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device. Configuration fields These
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    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 PLUS 3-5
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    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 . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in
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    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. Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-7
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    . Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] [X.M.P.] Loads the optimal settings for the system. Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item
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    very high memory frequency may cause 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] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    to become unstable! If this 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 and keys to adjust the value. The valid value
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    . 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 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    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 conditions should be monitored. DRAM Current manually. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual to [Manual] and
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    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 range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-13
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    Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU the CPU Manual Voltage, CPU Offset Voltage, iGPU Manual 685V CPU PLL Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU and CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking
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    BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker > CPU Configuration > PCH Configuration > SATA Configuration > System Agent Configuration > USB Configuration > Onboard Devices Configuration > APM > Network Stack Advanced Monitor Boot Tool CPU , Inc. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-15
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    Code Cache L2 Cache L3 Cache Processor Cores Intel HT Technology CPU Ratio Range CPU Current Ratio Supported 2900 MHz 306a6 4 32 kB x 4 32 kB x 4 256 kB x 4 6144 kB 4 Not Supported 16-29 29 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor Enabled Active Processor Cores All Limit CPUID
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    . 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. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-17
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    . CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ PCH Configuration > Advanced Monitor PCH Configuration High Precision Timer Enabled > Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology > Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology Boot
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    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] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-19
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    BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ SATA Configuration > Monitor Plug Disabled SATA 3G_4 (Blue) Empty Boot Tool Determines how SATA controller(s) operate ). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that
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    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 set the PCIE x16_2 link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-21
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    BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ USB Configuration > Monitor USB Configuration USB Devices: 1 Keyboard, 1 Mouse, 2 Hubs Legacy USB Support Enabled Legacy USB3.0 Support Enabled Intel xHCI Mode Smart Auto EHCI Hand-off Disabled Boot Tool
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    BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor Battery Charging Support Disabled > Serial Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled/ support. (PCIe X1_1, PCIe X1_2 slots are disabled.) Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-23
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    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 IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    to zero, the RTC alarms everyday. U��s�e and keys to adjust the time. - Hour / - Mimute / - Second Allows you to set the RTC alarm time. U��s�e a�n�d k�e�y�s��t�o�a��d�ju��s�t�t�h�e��ti�m��e�. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-25
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    BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ Network Stack > Network Stack Advanced Monitor Disable Link Exit Boot item is disabled, the IPV4 PXE boot option will not be created. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] Ipv6 PXE Support [Enabled] This item appears only
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    3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Chapter 3 Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-27
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    1/2/3 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis fan speeds 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
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    from 0% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, 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 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-29
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    Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Bootup NumLock State On Full Screen Logo Enabled Wait for 'F1' If Error Enabled Option ROM Messages Force BIOS Setup Mode EZ Mode UEFI/Legacy Boot Enable bot... PCI ROM Priority Legacy ROM Boot Option Priorities Boot Override Boot Tool Select the
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    appears. - Press 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 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-31
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    Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool > ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility > ASUS O.C. Profile > ASUS SPD Information Be used to update BIOS 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, refer to
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    Flash. �K�e��y��in��t�h�e���p�r�o�f�i�le� number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • 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
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    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. Exit Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized
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    (ISP). Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Quit all Windows® applications before you update the BIOS using this utility. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-35
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    download. Click Next. Chapter 3 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
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    instructions to complete the update process. • The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    the latest BIOS file to the USB port. 2. ���E��n�t�e�r�th��e�A��d�v�a�n�c�e�d��M��o�d�e��o�f�th��e�B��IO��S��s�e�tu��p�p�r�o�g�r�a�m��.�G��o�t�o��th�e� Tool menu to select ASUS EZ 2 Flash Utility and press to enable it. ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility v01.04 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z77-V LE PLUS fs0
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    you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-39
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    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
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    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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-41
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    Chapter 3 3-42 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    of ASUS motherboard Click an icon to display DVD/ motherboard information Chapter 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-1
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    support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. 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
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    utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display manual are for reference only. The actual screenshots vary with models. • 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 PLUS
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    the system unstable. 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
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    Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for the best graphics performance. 1. Click on the GPU Boost tab Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-5
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    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
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    indicating the overclocking process. Click Stop if you want to cancel the Overclocking process. 5. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-7
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    . After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ Power Control by clicking Tool > DIGI+ Power Control on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Select CPU Power or DRAM Power to adjust the power control settings. Smart DIGI+ 4 1 5 2 6 3 Function no. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Function
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    wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-9
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    set the default to [Extreme] when using the Intel® iGPU. CPU Power Thermal Control A higher temperature brings a wider CPU power thermal range, and extends the overclocking tolerance to enlarge overclocking potential. CPU Power Response Control The DIGI+ VRM controller provides a faster
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    or select Optimized for ASUS optimized phase tuning profile to increase DRAM power efficiency. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions must be monitored. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-11
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    by configuring settings like CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. Launching EPU After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch EPU by clicking Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is
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    . • Turbo: maximizes the fan speed for the best cooling effect. • User: Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. 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 PLUS 4-13
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    of any problem with these components. Probe II 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 II After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD
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    click on Recording again. 4. To track the recorded contents, set Type/ Date/ Select display items to display the history details. Chapter 4 Click on Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and a highlight of the system statuses will appear on the right panel. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-15
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    USB charging faster than the standard USB devices. If your USB device supports the BC 1.1 function*, when you connect your USB device to your the standard USB devices**. • * Check your USB device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 function. • ** The actual charging speed may vary with your
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    connected ASUS devices. • Apple: fast-charges your connected Apple devices. • Kindle: fast-charges your Kindle devices. • Others: charges other portable USB devices. The utility cannot detect the devices connected to your computer if the charging mode is enabled. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    the fast-charging. Disabling the charging function Click to stop charging your device. Click to stop fast-charging the connected device. Chapter 4 4-18 Chapter 4: Software support
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    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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-19
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    ASUS Network install the LAN drivers before using this function. • Network iControl is only supported under Windows 7 and can only support the onboard LAN. Quick Connection, EZ Profile and Info are disabled. • You may monitor the bandwidth priority from your desktop's taskbar. 3. Tick Set current
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    connection settings. Chapter 4 • You only need to configure the PPPoE connection settings once. • Obtain the necessary information about your PPPoE connection from your network provider. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-21
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    to select Connection Name Tick to set the auto PPPoE connection Click to apply settings Click ON to improve network performance Chapter 4 4-22 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Pre-schedule your network priorities to avoid network congestions Select a program, and click to edit your network profile Information pane of currently running programs Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-23
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    USB storage device. With ASUS USB BIOS Flashback hardware feature, the system BIOS is conveniently updated without booting your system. Sets the schedule for BIOS Update download Click to check for an update BIOS firmware available for download Current BIOS information Cancels all changes Applies
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    USB flashdrive, and click Download. 2. After the download is complete, click OK. P8Z77-V LE 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. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-25
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    and follow the given instructions. 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. 2. Then at
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    Next. 5. Click on Flash to start updating the image to the boot logo. 6. Click on Yes to reboot or you can also see the new logo next time you restart your computer. The fullscreen logo application in BIOS utility must be enabled for MyLogo to take effect. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-27
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    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 button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software
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    Drive) for the system OS drive. 5. DRAM: To enable Intel® Rapid Start Technology, DRAM size smaller than 8GB is required. Ensure to enable the acceleration of Intel® Smart Response Technology before creating the partition for the Intel® Rapid Start Technology. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-29
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    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
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    support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab, then click Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver software. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions in a later time. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-31
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    to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM > Acceleration Options and remove the Disks/Volume Acceleration to disable Intel® Smart Response Technology. Refer to tool. Incorrect partitioning process will result to data loss. • Adjusting the DRAM to a high frequency will result to unstable system
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    in the required partition size, and must be equal to the system DRAM memory (1GB = 1024MB). Click Shrink. Go to Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System, and check the DRAM size information. The unallocated volume is allocated to the selected disk. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-33
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    disk. 11. Select the RAW volume which has the same size as the shrinked volume, type select volume x (x = number), and press Enter to store the Intel® Rapid Start partition. • The value "x" refers to a disk number where you want to create the store partition. Chapter 4 4-34 Chapter 4: Software
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    when you choose "GPT (GUID Partition Table store type". 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. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    you set, the system automatically goes into the Intel® Rapid Start mode. Default time is 10 Intel® Rapid Start Technology from your system, and recover the partition you made for the Intel Enter. 4. Select the disk (SSD) where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is installed for volume recovery, type
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    5. Type list partition, press Enter, and select the partition where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is installed by typing select partition x (x = number), and press Enter. The , and select Extend Volume. 9. As the Extend Volume Wizard appears, click Next. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-37
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    items of the PCH Configuration in the BIOS before applying the Intel® Smart Connect Technology. Go to Advanced Mode > Advanced > 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. Go to
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    and for the newly installed Intel® Smart Connect Technology to take effect. Using the Intel® Smart Connect Technology • 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS
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    3. To disable the updating function, click Disable Updating. Clicking this button automatically disables the configuration in the Advanced tab. To reset to defaults, click Reset All to Defaults. 4. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving. This
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    RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions: • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or drive and three new drives for this setup. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-41
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    disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA 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 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset
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    BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-43
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    the maximum allowed capacity. 8. When the Create Volume item is selected, press . The following warning message appears: WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or
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    Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name Volume0 Level Drives RAID0(Stripe) 2 Capacity 298.0GB Status Normal Bootable Yes [ HELP ] Deleting a volume will reset to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-45 Chapter 4
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    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
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    OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. 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. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-47
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    disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS disk containing the RAID driver. Refer to the steps below: 1. the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. 2. Right-click My Computer . 5. Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup.oem.
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    = "USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901", "usbstor" Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the file. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-49 Chapter 4
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    Chapter 4 4-50 Chapter 4: Software support
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    . 2. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows 7, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows 7, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 5-1
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    only. The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 2 in this user manual for the cards) 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately
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    drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver the Catalyst Control Center Advanced View window. Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window window. 2 3 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 5-3
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    NVIDIA SLI technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com). • Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by your system. See Chapter 2 for details. • We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal
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    graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ technology. Download the latest driver from the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia. Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears (See Step B5). ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 5-5
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    Chapter 5 B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize. B2. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. B3. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. 5-6 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Set SLI Configuration. Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 5-7
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    files smoother within a low power environment. Its GPU virtualization assigns Intel® Core™ processor family. • 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
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    Mode support. • d-Mode is recommended for an enhanced 3D gaming performance. i-Mode (VGA output from motherboard) d-Mode (VGA output from discrete graphics card) The motherboard's IO ports and discrete graphic card is for reference only and may vary in different models. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 5-9
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    and select Open Virtu MVP Control Panel. 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 display option for In-Game icon 5-10 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    Chapter 5 Performance Allows you to turn ON/OFF the Hyperformance® or Virtual Vsync function. Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFF Click to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFF ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 5-11
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    ®. Tick H to enhance graphical performance for that application. Actual graphical performance varies with the application used and graphics card installed. 5-12 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    . Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l'appareil. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS A-1 Appendices
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    substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to
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    CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-812-282-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
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    R.O.C. Country: TAIWAN Authorized representative in Europe: ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : P8Z77-V LE PLUS conform with the essential requirements of the
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