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P8Z77-V LX Motherboard - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 2
ASUS"). Product warranty or service ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download; or required under various Free Open Source Software licenses. If however you encounter any problems - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 3
CPU installation 2-26 2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation 2-28 2.3.4 DIMM installation 2-30 2.3.5 Motherboard installation 2-31 2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-33 2.3.7 SATA device connection 2-34 2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 2-35 2.3.9 Expansion Card Installation 2-36 2.3.10 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 4
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-35 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-36 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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 5
Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation....... 4-32 4.6.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive 4-33 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support 5.1 ATI® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 6
Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 7
GPU technology support This chapter describes the ATI® CrossFireX™ feature and shows the graphics card installation procedures. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 8
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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 9
individual CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details. Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics Support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI, DVI, RGB port - Supports HDMI 1.4a with max.resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz - Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 1920 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 10
an 8-channel audio output Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.* - 4 x USB 3.0 /2.0 ports (2 ports at the mid-board and 2 ports at the back panel) - 10 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7® or later - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 11
P8Z77-V LX specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Rear panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Accessories Precision Tweaker 2 - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.005V increment - vCCSA: 180-step system agent voltage control - vDRAM Bus: 180-step - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 12
P8Z77-V LX specifications summary Storage Form Factor Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX Form Factor, 12"x 8.6" (30.5cm x 21.8 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xii - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 13
on it, check the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V LX motherboard User guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS I/O Shield • If any of the above items is damaged or - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 14
4 USB 3.0 ports for 10 times faster data retrieval speed. Moreover, Intel® Z77 Express Chipset can also enable iGPU function, letting users enjoy the latest Intel integrated graphic performance. Dual-Channel DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 Support The - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 15
conductive polymer capacitors for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity. ErP ready The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy ASUS P8Z77-V LX 1-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 16
time PC power saving chip through the AI Suite II utility. Get total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise and extends component longevity. 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features USB 3.0 Boost - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 17
II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 18
-end 3D rendering and gaming performance, provided by both NVIDIA and AMD graphic cards. When the PCIe graphic cards are not required, the graphics control switches to the Intel® processor graphics, reducing the PCIe graphics power use down to zero, making the system more environment-friendly. For - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 19
® Virtu MVP™ provides great graphical performance, and best quality and efficiency. * LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ supports Windows® operating system. ** Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family HDMI 1.4a Support Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 20
that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-1 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 21
) DDR3 DIMM_A2 (64bit, 240-pin module) EATXPWR LAN_USB12 AUDIO RTL 8111E Super I/O CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN PCIEX1_1 Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8Z77-V LX PCIEX1_2 TPU PCI1 USB3_34 9 Intel® Z77 30.5cm(12.0in) NCT 5535D ALC 887 SPDIF_OUT AAFP PCIEX16_2 PCI2 PCI3 COM1 8Mb BIOS SATA3G_3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 22
. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 14. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) 15. USB connectors (10-1 pin USB5~10) 16. Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 17. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Page Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 23
comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 Processors. P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX CPU socket LGA1155 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. • The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 24
from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. P8Z77-V LX P8Z77-V LX 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 LX 2-5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 25
will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. • According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect the CPU. • Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. • Due to - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 26
Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS - - 9 Voltage D I M M s o c k e t (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 1.65V • • support 4 DIMMs P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size S S / C h i p C h i p Timing DS Brand NO. G.SKILL - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 27
1.65V - 9-10-9-27 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 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability Vendors A-DATA - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 28
• • • Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors A-DATA A-DATA A-DATA ) Chip NO. Timing Voltage AD30908C8D-151C E0906 3CCD-1509HNA1126L 1.50V - 7-7-7-20 1.60V • • • • • • support 4 DIMMs • • • • • • • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-9 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 29
• voltage) - • • - • • - • • - • • - • • - • • - • • - • • 1.5V • • - • • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • 1.65V • • XMP 1.25V • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • 1.5V • • - • • 1.5V • • - • • - • • support - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 30
Chapter 2 Vendors Part No. Size S S / Chip Brand Chip NO. DS Timing Voltage Micron M T 8 J T F POWER S I L I C O N SP001GBLTU133S02 1GB SS POWER S I L I C O N SP002GBLTU133S02 2GB DS POWER • • • • • • • • • • • • • • support 4 DIMMs • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-11 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 31
P8Z77-V LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Crucial Part No. CT12864BA1067.8FF Size S S / C h i p Chip NO. DS Brand 1GB SS Micron 9GF22D9KPT Timing Voltage 7 - DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • • Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 32
3 PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot 4 PCI slot_1 5 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [black] (at x4 mode) 6. PCI slot_2 7. PCI slot_3 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) x16 PCIe 2.0 x16_2 N/A x4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-13 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 33
slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards - - - Onchip SATA Controller - - - shared - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 34
. • 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 LX 2-15 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 35
reboots when each timing set is tested. If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • If you - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 36
lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable. Refer to section 2.2.7 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the GPU LED. • If you change the switch setting to Enable under the OS environment, the GPU function will be activated after the next system bootup. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-17 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 37
of the onboard LED. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Z77-V LX 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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 38
Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8Z77-V LX SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 39
LX PIN 1 PIN 1 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P9USB_P9+ GND USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND P8Z77-V LX 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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 40
) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V SPDIFOUT GND P8Z77-V LX SPDIF_OUT P8Z77-V LX Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. 6. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 41
USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX USB3_34 P8Z77-V LX 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. 8. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 42
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. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 43
- PWR Ground Reset Ground IDE_LED PWRSW RESET * Requires an ATX power supply P8Z77-V LX System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 44
screwdriver 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 LX 2-25 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 45
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 2-26 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 46
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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 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 48
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-29 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 49
2.3.4 1 DIMM installation 2 Chapter 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A 2-30 A Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 50
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 LX 2-31 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 51
3 Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LE DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 52
2.3.6 1 ATX Power connection 2 OR OR Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-33 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 53
2.3.7 1 SATA device connection OR 2 OR Chapter 2 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 54
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector 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 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-35 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 55
2.3.9 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards Chapter 2 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 56
USB 3.0 devices. • This motherboard comes with multiple VGA output that features desktop extension on two monitors. You can connect two monitors to any two of the onboard VGA, DVI-D, and HDMI ports. • DVI-D cannot be converted to output RGB signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. ASUS P8Z77 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 57
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 configuration Ports Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 58
2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to Stereo / 2.1-channel Speakers ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-39 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 59
Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 60
the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS P8Z77-V LX 2-41 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 61
Chapter 2 2-42 Chapter 2: Hardware information - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 62
If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 2.2.5 Jumper for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The BIOS setup program does not support the bluetooth devices. The BIOS setup program is designed - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 63
- EZ Mode Monday [9/13/2010] P8Z77-V LX BIOS Version : 0215 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz) Speed : 2900 MHz Exit/Advanced Mode English Temperature Voltage Fan Speed CPU +113.0ºF/+45.0ºC CPU 1.248V 5V 5.160V CPU_FAN 3325RPM CHA_FAN1 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 64
settings 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 LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 65
, 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 the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. General help At the top - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 66
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. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 67
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 on top of the screen shows Not Installed. User Password If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system. - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 68
Ai Overclock Tuner Auto Turbo Ratio Auto Internal PLL Overvoltage Auto FreqRef Auto Memory Frequency Auto iGPU Max. Frequency Auto EPU Power Saving Mode Enabled EPU Setting Disabled > OC Tuner > DRAM Timing Control > CPU Power Management > DIGI+ VRM Boot Tool - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 69
to 300.0MHz. Turbo Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the Trubo CPU ratio. [Auto] All Turbo ratio are set by Intel CPU default settings. [By Per Core] All numbers of active cores can be set to an individual Turbo ratio in BIOS. Ratio Mode [By Per Core] This item appears only when - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 70
Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 71
-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. This item allows you to adjust - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 72
the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the iGPU Offset voltage. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-11 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 73
values of the CPU Manual Voltage, CPU Offset Voltage, iGPU Manual Voltage, iGPU Offset Voltage, DRAM Voltage, VCCIO Voltage and PCH Voltage items are labeled in different color, indicating the risk levels of high voltage settings. • The system may need better cooling system to work stably under high - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 74
to malfunction. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Ai Tweaker Advanced > CPU Configuration > PCH Configuration > SATA Configuration > System Agent Configuration > USB Configuration > Onboard Devices Configuration > APM > Network Stack Monitor Exit Boot Tool CPU Configuration Parameters - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 75
in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ CPU Configuration > Monitor CPU Configuration Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 2.90GHz EM64T Processor Speed Processor Stepping Microcode Revision - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 76
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. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-15 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 77
. 3.5.2 PCH Configuration EFI 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 Tool Enabled/Disabled the High - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 78
Plug Disabled SATA 3G_4 (Blue) Empty Boot Tool (1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI Mode. (3) RAID Mode. →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-17 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 79
ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices. Set to [AHCI Mode] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 80
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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 81
BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Back Ai Tweaker Advanced Advanced\ Onboard Devices Configuration > Monitor HD Audio controller Enabled Front Panel Type HD SPDIF Out Type SPDIF Realtek LAN Controller Enabled Realtek PXE OPROM Disabled > Serial Port Configuration Boot - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 82
: [Enabled] [Disabled] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] This item appears only when you set the Serial Port to [Enabled] and allows you to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 3-21 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 83
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 Boot Tool Allow BIOS yo switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement. When set to Enabled, all - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 84
fan settings. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Chapter 3 CPU Temperature +73ºC / +163ºF MB Temperature +31ºC / +87ºF CPU Fan Speed 4192 RPM Chassis Fan 1 Speed N/A Chassis Fan 2 Speed N/A Power Fan Speed N/A CPU Q-Fan - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 85
[N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU, chassis, and power fan speed in rotations per minute (RPM). If the fan is not connected to the motherboard, the field shows N/A. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected speed. CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 86
detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. 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 LX 3-25 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 87
Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The system waits for the key to be pressed when error occurs. Fast Boot [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] Initializes and launches an active boot option to a set of required devices. Chapter 3 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 88
ASUS Logo 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 LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 89
to display the submenu. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced 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 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 90
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 configuration and BIOS version. ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 91
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 , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 92
Service Provider (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 LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 93
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. 3-32 Chapter - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 94
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 LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 95
port. 2. Enter 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 LX fs0:\ Drive fs0:\ fs1:\ VER: 0215 Folder Info 12/14/11 10:23p 4194304 Exit DATE - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 96
requires 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 LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 97
BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. 2. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device. Please select boot device: SATA: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX USB - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 98
settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS P8Z77 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 99
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the Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or Windows® 64-bit XP / 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS) before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability. 4.2 Support DVD information The support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 101
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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 102
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 LX 4-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 103
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, IMC voltage, and DRAM Bus voltage in WIndows® environment and - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 104
, go to AI Tweaker in BIOS and set the iGPU voltage item to [Manual Mode]. 1. Click the GPU Boost tab. 2. Slide the bar to adjust the iGPU Max Frequency or the iGPU Voltage. 3. Click Apply to make the change take effect. CPU Ratio Click to restore all start-up settings ASUS P8Z77-V LX Applies all - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 105
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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 106
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 LX 4-7 Chapter - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 107
+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 108
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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 109
controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool 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 Suite II main menu bar. Using FAN Xpert+ Click Fan Name to select a fan and then click Setting - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 110
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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 111
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 3.0 devices for high performance - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 112
Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Exit button Minimize button Information button Refer 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 LX 4-13 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 113
Desktop responsiveness, you must meet the following requirements: 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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 114
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 LX 4-15 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 115
. Before applying Intel® Smart Response Technology, setting the SATA Mode BIOS item to [RAID mode] in BIOS setup is necessary. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details Installing Intel® Smart Response Technology 1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 116
. • To enable Intel® Smart Response Technology, you need at least one SSD BIOS item, and enable Intel® Rapid Start Technology. • Ensure to follow the procedure Creating a partition precisely to enable the Intel Rapid Start function. Error message appears if you install the Intel ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-17 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 117
Smart Response, you can not see any volume in the Disk Management. Ensure to set your cache memory value of 18.6GB in Intel® Smart Response to allow enough capacity for the Intel® Rapid Start partition. 5. Key in the required partition size, and must be equal to the system DRAM memory (1GB = 1024MB - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 118
8. In the diskpart prompt, type list disk after DISKPART, and press Enter. partition primary, and press Enter. 10. After creating a primary partition, type 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 LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 119
rebooted, and this results to function failure of Intel® Rapid Start Technology. Enabling and disabling the Intel® Rapid Start Technology 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 the partition - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 120
, type list disk after DISKPART, and press Enter. 4. Select the disk (SSD) where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is 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 LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 121
5. Type list partition, press Enter, and select the partition where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is installed by typing select Start, right-click Computer, and click Manage. 8. In the Computer Management window, click Disk Management, right click the shrinked new volume, and select Extend - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 122
the Intel® 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 LX 4-23 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 123
is in connection when enabling the Intel® Smart Connect Technology. 1. Click Start > All Programs > Intel > Intel® Smart Connect Technology. 2. In the Basic tab, click Enable Updating. When enabled, the Advanced tab is available for advanced function settings. The Advanced tab is activated when - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 124
during low power usage time period for power saving. This setting only applies to the assigned time period. 5. In 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 LX 4-25 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 125
4.5 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 Windows® 64-bit XP / 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS) before using Serial ATA - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 126
SATA signal cables. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. 4.5.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You must enable the RAID function in the BIOS Setup before creating RAID set(s) using SATA HDDs. To do this: 1. Enter the BIOS ]-Exit [ENTER]-Select Menu ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-27 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 127
supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration. Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel in the RAID set. The SELECT DISKS screen appears: Port Drive Model 0 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 128
values: RAID 0: 128KB RAID 10: 64KB RAID 5: 64KB We recommend a lower stripe size for server systems, and a higher stripe size for multimedia computer systems used mainly for audio and video editing. 7. When main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 4-29 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 129
set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel to the utility main menu. 4-30 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 130
is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk. • Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive due to Windows® XP limitation. To work around this OS limitation, refer - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 131
screen instructions to complete the installation. To install the RAID driver for Windows® Vista or later OS: 1. During the OS installation, click Load Driver to allow you to select the installation media containing the RAID driver. 2. Insert the USB flash drive with RAID driver into the USB port or - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 132
vendors. 4. Click Details tab. The Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) are displayed. 5. Browse the contents of the RAID driver 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 LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 133
"usbstor" [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= "PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2822&CC_0104","iaStor" id= "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. 4-34 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 134
cards to your system. To uninstall existing graphics card drivers: 1. Close all current applications. 2. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. 5. Turn off your computer. ASUS P8Z77-V LX - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 135
seated on the slots. 4. Align and firmly insert the CrossFireX bridge connector to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Ensure that the connector is firmly in place. CrossFireX bridge (bundled with graphics cards) 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 136
1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. 2. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display 1 GPU. 3. Select Enable CrossFireX. 4. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. 2 3 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX 5-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 137
MVP™ supports Windows 7® operating systems. • Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is supported by the 3rd/2nd generation 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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 138
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 LX 5-5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 139
the performance settings and select applications for graphical virtualization. To open the control panel, right-click LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ icon in the notification area and select Open Virtu MVP Control Panel. LucidLogix Virtu MVP is automatically activated when your system is powered on. Select - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 140
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 LX 5-7 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 141
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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX | User Manual - Page 142
Name : Steve Chang / President Signature : Date : Dec. , 2011 Ver. 110101 ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Address, City: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country: GERMANY declare the following apparatus: Product name : Motherboard Model name : P8Z77-V LX conform with the essential requirements
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