Asus P8Z77-V LE V3 P8Z77-V LE V3 User's Manual

Asus P8Z77-V LE V3 Manual

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    P8Z77-V LE Motherboard
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    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 from http://support.asus.com/download problems
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    this guide...vii P8Z77-V LE 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 New DIGI+ Power Control..... 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features
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    CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-38 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-39 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II
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    a USB floppy disk drive 4-37 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-4 Setting up your display 5-5 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-6 Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services A-2 
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    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 . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi
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    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 ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS
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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 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® Turbo
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    P8Z77-V LE 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 Technology,
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    P8Z77-V LE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features ASUS Exclusive 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
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    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 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
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    below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LE motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact
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    the latest plug & 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 PCIe allocation in multiple-GPU configurations of CrossFireX
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    graphic performance, as well as have the latest technology available to them. PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation CoreTM processors. S/PDIF out connector at the back I/O This motherboard there will be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-3
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    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 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'
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    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), enhanced online convenience. Overall, it's an intuitive network bandwidth control center. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 1-5
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    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
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    support. ASUS troubleshooting - New F3 Shortcut for most accessed information - ASUS 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
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    and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energyefficient products through product
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    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 2-1
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    5cm(12.0in) ESATA6G USB3_34 LAN_USB3_12 7 MemOK! DRAM_LED 8 2 AUDIO RTL 8111F ASM 1042 CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power P8Z77-V LE PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_2 PCI1 TPU USB3_56 Intel® Z77 Marvell® PCIe SATA 6Gb/s Controller Super I/O ALC 892 AAFP PCIEX16_2 TB_Header PCI2 ASM
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    connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Page 2-23 2-25 2-17 2-20 2-4 2-5 2-16 2-19 2-24 2-19 2-18 2-20 2-24 2-25 2-21 2-26 2-15 2-22 2-20 2-17 2-21 2-22 2-23 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-3
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    Core™ i7/ i5/ i3/ Pentium® / Celeron® Processors. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the
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    from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-5
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    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. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL
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    ) 8GB(4x 2GB) SS/ Chip Chip Timing DS Brand NO. Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs SS - - 9-11-9-27 1.55~1. 65V • • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - 9 1.65V • • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.65V • • DS - - - 1.6V • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-7
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    10-9-27 1.50V - 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 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability Vendors Paart No
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    No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs AD31333001GOU 1GB SS A-Data AD30908C8D- - 9-9-9-24 1.50V • • • CMD8GX3M4A1333C7 8GB DS - - (4 x 2GB) 7-7-7-20 1.60V • • • (continued on the next page) ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-9
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    Chapter 2 Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip Brand Chip NO. DS Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1GB CT25664BA1339.16FF 2GB SS Micron DS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9KF27D9KPT 9 - 9 - • • • • • • Crucial BL25664BN13 6GB
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    9 - 7-7-7-20 1.5V 8-8-8-24 1.5V 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 2-11
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    P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Part slots as two pairs 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
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    -pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 240-pin module) DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) Chapter 2 LGA1155  P8Z77-V LE   TPU     Slot No. Slot Description 1 PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot 2 PCIe 3.0 / 2.0 x16_1 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-13
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    • PCIe 3.0 support depends on CPU type and requires PCIe 3.0 VGA card. • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics
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    RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. P8Z77-V LE CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) P8Z77-V LE Clear RTC RAM Clear RTC To erase the RTC RAM 1. Turn OFF the so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-15
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    blinking to begin automatic memory compatibility tuning for successful boot. P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE MemOK! switch • Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the 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
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    you have made. 3. EPU switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the EPU function. EPU P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE EPU switch • The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable. However, the system will use the last setting you have made. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-17
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    BIOS is automatically flashed using standby power. Hassle-free updating for the ultimate convenience! P8Z77-V LE BIOS_FLBK P8Z77-V LE BIOS_FLBK 1. 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
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    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. P8Z77-V LE DRAM LED P8Z77-V LE DRAM LED ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-19
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    BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is enabled. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE FLBK_LED P8Z77-V LE FLBK LED 4. EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. EPU_LED P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE EPU LED 5. TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned
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    a RAID set, refer to section 4.5 RAID Configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the GND RTS RI P8Z77-V LE P8Z77-V LE Serial port (COM1) connector The serial port bracket (COM1) module is purchased separately. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-21
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    . These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. Chapter 2 USB+5V USB_P10USB_P10+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P4USB_P4+ GND NC P8Z77-V LE USB910 USB78 USB56 USB34 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB
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    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. • Only the 4-pin CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN1/2 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert+ feature. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-23
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    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. P8Z77-V LE USB3_56 P8Z77-V LE USB3.0 Front panel connector You can connect the ASUS Windows® XP Service Pack 3
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    P8Z77-V LE Marvell® SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors • The SATA6G_E1 (navy blue) connectors are for data storage only. ATAPI device is not supported. • You must install Windows® XP Service at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-25
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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 PANEL PIN 1 IDE_LED+ IDE_LED- PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8Z77-V LE System panel connector • System power
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    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 2-27
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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 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    3 4 C A B 5 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-29
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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 2-30 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 2-31
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    2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A 2-32 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 2-33
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    3 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR OR Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-35
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    2.3.7 1 SATA device connection OR 2 Chapter 2 2-36 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 AAFP To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-37
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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 2-38 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    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 Flashback. • USB 3.0 devices can be used to output RGB signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-39
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    * LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10 Mbps connection 100 Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel
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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 2-41
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    Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    component failure 7. At power on, hold down the 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 system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 2-43
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    Chapter 2 2-44 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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    you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Chapter 3 3.2 BIOS setup program A BIOS setup program 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 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-1
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    or enters the Advanced Mode UEFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z77-V LE BIOS Version : 0227 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Total Memory boot device priority Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority Displays the
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    PXE OPROM Disabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Controller Enabled Asmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support Disabled > Serial Port Configuration Boot Tool Enabled/Disabled the Marvell Storage functions For selecting the exit options and loading default settings Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-3
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    Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows 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
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    . • 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. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-5
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    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
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    Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen ASUS P8Z77-V LE Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. 3-7
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    Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings for the system. Allows you to 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
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    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 when you set both the EIST and Turbo Mode items to [Enabled]. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-9
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    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
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    power support. 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 and keys to adjust the value. The values range from 300k Hz to 500k Hz with a 50k Hz interval. ASUS P8Z77-V LE
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    ] [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
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    1.685V with a 0.005V interval. • The values of the CPU Manual Voltage, CPU Offset Voltage, iGPU Manual Voltage, iGPU Offset Voltage, DRAM Voltage, VCCSA Voltage and PCH Voltage items the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-13
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    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 Exit Main Ai Tweaker
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    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
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    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
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    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] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-17
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    allows you to set the Active 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
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    to internally optimize the order of commands. Set to [RAID Mode] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-19
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    by internal graphics devices. 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
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    Mode [Smart Auto] Allows you to select the Intel xHCI Mode. 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
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    the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] [AC97] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to
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    ] 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 IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-23
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    3.5.7 APM UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced\ APM > Advanced Monitor Restore AC Power Loss Power off Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Disabled Power On By PCIE/PCI Disabled Power On By Ring Disabled Power On By RTC Disabled Exit Boot Tool Allow BIOS yo
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    , all other PME options will be switched off. Network Stack [Disable Link] Enables or disables the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enable] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-25
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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. Scroll down to display the following items: Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup
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    quiet CPU fan operation. [Turbo] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum CPU fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items appear only when you set CPU [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-27
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    ] Sets to [Turbo] to achieve maximum chassis fan speed. [Manual] Sets to [Manual] to assign detailed fan speed control parameters. The following four items 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
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    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 had set the add-on device to do so. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-29
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    installed in the system. • To select the boot device during system startup, press when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: - Press when ASUS Logo appears. - Press after POST. Boot Override These items displays the available devices. The
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    then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings. UEFI BIOS Utility items show Not Installed if no profile is created. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-31
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    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
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    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. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-33
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    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. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) to download the
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    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 P8Z77-V LE 0227 12/19/2011 3-35
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    No to continue. 4. Follow the onscreen 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
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    the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press to enable it. ASUSTek EZ Flash BIOS ROM Utility V00.75 Flash Info MODEL: P8Z77-V LE fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ fs1:\ VER: 0227 Folder Info 12/15/11 10:23p 4194304 Exit
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    drive that contains the BIOS file. • 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
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    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 flash drive). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 3-39
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    below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: P8Z77-V LE VER: 0227 DATE: 12/15/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after
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    XP Service ASUS contact information. 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
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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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    the Tool menu vary with models. • The screeshots of AI Suite II in this user 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 4-3
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    launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar. 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
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    Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. 1. Click Manual Mode, and then click the CPU Ratio tab. 2. Click the ON button all changes immediately Undoes all changes without applying Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-5
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    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 4-6 Chapter 4: Software support
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    . 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 4-7 Chapter 4
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    to achieve the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to prolong component lifespan, and minimize power loss. 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
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    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 to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-9
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    environment. Launching FAN Xpert+ After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert+ by clicking Tool > FAN Xpert+ on the AI Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-10
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    monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and 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
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    Normal mode at any time. Chapter 4 • 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
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    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. Sets . 2. Wait for the system to check the latest BIOS firmware. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-13
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    -V LE Download. P8Z77VLE.CAP 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 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support
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    very beginning! Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch 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. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE
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    my motherboard to complete logo update. Chapter 4 The fullscreen logo application in BIOS utility must be enabled for MyLogo to take effect. 4-16 Chapter 4: Software support
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    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 software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-17
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    1. CPU: 2. OS: 3. SSD: 4. HDD: Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core Processor family Windows® 7 operating systems 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
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    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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-19
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    SATA Configuration for details Installing Intel® Smart Response Technology 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if Rapid Storage Technology Driver software. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Using the Intel® Smart
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    result to unstable system performance. 1. Go to Start, right-click Computer > Manage > Disk Management. 2. Select the SSD that you want to create the partition. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-21
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    > Control Panel > System and Security > System, and check the DRAM size information. The unallocated volume is allocated to the selected disk. Chapter 4 4-22 Chapter 4: Software support
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    ), 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 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-23
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    . The Hibernation Partition does not appear when you choose "GPT (GUID Partition Table store type". Ensure the "Unallocated" disappears from the under the OS Install the Intel® Rapid Start Technology first from your support DVD in order to launch the Intel® Rapid Start Manager. After creating
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    installed for volume recovery, type select disk x (x = number), and press Enter. The value "x" refers to a disk number where you want to delete the store partition. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-25 Chapter 4
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    , click Disk Management, right click the shrinked new volume, and select Extend Volume. 9. As the Extend Volume Wizard appears, click Next. Chapter 4 4-26 Chapter 4: Software support
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    Smart Connect Technology 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. 2. Go to Utilities, and click Intel® Smart Connect Technology. 3. As the setup wizard appears, click Next to begin the setup. 4. Tick I accept the terms in the License Agreement, and click Next. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-27 Chapter 4
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    to reset all settings to default. When the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period for Internet data update. 4-28 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4
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    the Help tab, click About to view the feature's version. Click Topics to learn more about the Intel® Smart Connect Technology and its configuration. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-29
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    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 Windows® 64-bit XP / 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS) before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature
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    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 Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Non-RAID Disk Chapter 4 [↑↓]-Select [ESC]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-31
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    RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. 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
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    create this volume? (Y/N): 9. Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-33
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    appears: [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): 2. Press to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. 4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4
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    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 screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-35
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    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 for the corresponding OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB
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    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. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 4-37
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    ", "usbstor" Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 10. Save and exit the file. 4-38 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4
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    dual-GPU graphics card that are ATI® certified. • Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the ATI CrossFireX technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows 7, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS P8Z77-V LE 5-1
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    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 DVI cable to the graphics card. goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support
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    card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the ATI® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd Enable CrossFireX. 4. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. 2 3 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LE 5-3
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    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
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    d-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 5-5
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    MVP Click to restore to default settings Tick to show icon in system tray Select display option for In-Game icon 5-6 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 5-7
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    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
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    instructions, 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. Appendices ASUS P8Z77-V LE
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    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
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    -959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone Support Fax Online support +49-1805-010923* +49-2102-9599-11 support.asus.com * EUR 0.14/minute from a German fixed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone. Appendices ASUS P8Z77-V LE A-3
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    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 03) EN 301 511 V9.0.2(2003-03) EN 301 908-1 V3.2.1(2007-05) EN 301 908-2 V3.2.1(2007-05) EN 301 893 V1.4.1(2005-03) EN 302
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    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 Appendices ASUS P8Z77-V LE A-5
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Motherboard
P8Z77-V LE