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P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 2
license entitles you to the source code of such software and/or other additional data, you may obtain it for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it from http://support.asus.com/download or (2) for the cost of reproduction and shipment - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 3
Safety information...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V LX2 specifications summary ix Package contents...xii Installation tools and components xiii Chapter 1 Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1-1 1.1.1 Product highlights 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-4 1.2.1 Before you proceed - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 4
ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-36 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-37 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-38 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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 5
4.3.11 4.3.12 4.3.13 ASUS Update 4-21 MyLogo2 4-22 Audio configurations 4-23 Chapter 5 RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations 5-1 5.1.1 RAID definitions 5-1 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 5-2 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS 5-2 5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 6
signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 7
of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package and the software. • Chapter 5: RAID support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. • Chapter 6: Intel® Technologies This - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 8
note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 9
®, and Celeron® processors Supports 32nm and 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0* • The Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. • Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 10
P8Z77-V LX2 specifications summary USB ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features 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) - 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 11
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shotcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 1 x User Manual 1 x I/O Shield 1 x Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 12
package for the following items. User Manual LGA1155 P8Z77-V LX2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 motherboard User Guide Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 13
Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA1155 CPU Intel LGA1155 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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 14
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the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. The P8Z77-V LX2 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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 16
on Windows® 7™ operating systems support Intel® Smart Response Technology. ** An operating system must be installed on the HDD to launch Intel® Smart Response Technology. *** The SSD is reserved for caching function. Intel® Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive fresh updates for - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 17
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 Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 18
overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 19
PCIEX16_2 PCI1 6 8Mb BIOS 7 SATA3G_3 SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 PCI2 COM1 CLRTC DRCT USB78 SB_PWR USB56 SATA3G_4 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 SPEAKER F_PANEL 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 7 8 Refer to 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 20
) 3. Intel® CPU socket 4. DDR3 DIMM sockets 5. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 6. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 7. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1-4 [blue]) 8. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) 9. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 21
power consumption. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR3 DIMM sockets: P8Z77-V LX2 P8Z77-V LX2 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking ability. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-7 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 22
frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1 1-8 Chapter 1: Product - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 23
frequency support varied depending on the O.C. margin of the installed CPU. ** Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above/2000/1800 MHz memory module runs at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default. P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2250MHz - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 24
NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • • SS - - 10-10-10-27 1.50V • • - - - 1.65V • • 1.6V • • • P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1866MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Chip - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 25
P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 DS SS DS DS SS DS - Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 3CCD-150 9A EL1126T • • - - - • • • - 7 - • - - 1.5V • • • - 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • • Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-11 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 26
24 1.6V • • • - - • • • 9-9-9-24 1.5~1.6V • • • P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs A-DATA AD31333001GOU 1GB SS A-Data - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 27
Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1GB SS Micron Micron MT8JTF12864AZ1G4F1 1GB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 - • • • (continued on the next page) Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-13 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 28
JM1333KLU-2G TS256MLK64V3U PC3-10600 DDR3 -1333 9-9-9 M2F2G64CB88D7N-CG M2F2G64CB88G7N - - - - 9 - - - - - - - - - 9 - 9 - 9 - 9 - 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 LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 29
. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-15 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 30
power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. 1 P8Z77-V LX2 2 3 4 5 6 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at 16x mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 31
. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards - - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - - - - shared - - - - - Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-17 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 32
as system passwords. P8Z77-V LX2 CLRTC 12 23 Normal (Default) Clear RTC P8Z77-V LX2 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5~10 seconds, then move - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 33
cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P8Z77-V LX2 SB_PWR ON OFF Standby Power Powered Off P8Z77-V LX2 Onboard LED 1.2.7 Internal connectors 1. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1) This connector is for - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 34
. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. P8Z77-V LX2 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 35
GND NC P8Z77-V LX2 USB78 USB56 PIN 1 PIN 1 P8Z77-V LX2 USB2.0 connectors USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module cable is purchased separately. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-21 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 36
(10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR AGND NC NC NC P8Z77-V LX2 AAFP - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 37
the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors! The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-23 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 38
specificaton that supports up to 480 MBps 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 LX2 USB3_34 P8Z77-V LX2 USB3.0 Front panel connector You can connect the ASUS front - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 39
5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. SATA3G_3 Windows® XP SP3 or later versions. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to Chapter 5 RAID Support or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 40
Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. P8Z77-V LX2 ATX12V EATXPWR GND GND PIN 1 +12V DC +12V DC +3 Volts + to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 41
10-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PWR LED PWR BTN PWRLED+ PLEDPWR GND P8Z77-V LX2 PIN 1 HD_LED+ HD_LED- Ground HWRST# (NC) +HD_LED RESET P8Z77-V LX2 button for system reboot without turning off the system power. Chapter 1 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-27 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 42
connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function. Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. P8Z77-V LX2 DRCT WIN8_RE_BUTTON# GND PIN 1 P8Z77-V LX2 DRCT connector Ensure that your chassis comes with - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 43
your PC system 2 2.1.1 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. 1 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-1 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 44
2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. Chapter 2 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 45
3. Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 46
2.1.2 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 Chapter 2 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 47
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2.1.3 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 2 B B A 3 4 Chapter 2 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 49
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1 2 B A B A Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-7 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 50
2.1.4 1 DIMM installation 2 3 To remove a DIMM B A 2-8 A Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 51
2.1.5 1 ATX Power connection 2 Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-9 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 52
2.1.6 1 SATA device connection OR 2 Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 53
2.1.7 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-11 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 54
Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 1 2 3 4 9 8 7 6 5 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse port 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 3. Intel devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 55
Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status Description OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Side Speaker Out Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-13 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 56
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 57
Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Connect the rear speaker to the gray port when using the DTS UltraPC II feature. ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-15 Chapter 2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 58
system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running, the BIOS beeps (refer to the BIOS beep codes table) or additional messages power on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.4 Turning off the computer While the system - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 59
Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as P8Z77VLX2.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 60
BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 61
Setup Mode item in section 3.7 Boot memu for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Exits the BIOS setup program without saving the changes, saves the changes and resets - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 62
Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Tool Exit For changing the basic system configuration For changing the overclocking settings For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 63
press . Pop-up window Select a menu item and press to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for the selected item. Use key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device. Configuration list of options. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 64
to change the system security settings. Chapter 3 • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.5 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM. • The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 65
the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press < a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-7 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 66
Installed. 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Chapter 3 3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 67
Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. BCLK/PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the and keys to adjust the value. You can also key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. The values range from 80.0MHz to 300.0MHz. ASUS - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 68
DDR3-800MHz] [DDR3-1066MHz] [DDR3-1333MHz] [DDR3-1400MHz] [DDR3-1600MHz] [DDR3-1800MHz] [DDR3-1866MHz] [DDR3-2000MHz] [DDR3-2133MHz] [DDR3-2200MHz] [DDR3-2400MHz] [DDR3-2600MHz] [DDR3-2666MHz] [DDR3 Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for 10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 69
time for CPU cores Use and key to adjust the value at 0.125A increment. . Secondary Plane Current Limit [Auto] Maximum instantaneous current allowed at any given time for Internal Graphics cores Use and key to adjust the value at 0.125A increment. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-11 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 70
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 to Manual Mode. The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Power Phase Control [Standard] Allows you - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 71
options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DO NOT remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . The thermal conditions should be monitored. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-13 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 72
to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows 0.005 to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 73
. The values range from 1.80V to 1.90V with a 0.1V interval. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-15 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 74
cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. 3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 75
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 adjacent cache line prefetching. [Disabled] Disables this function. Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-17 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 76
Intel® Turbo Mode Technology. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C1E [Auto] Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C1E. [Auto] Set this item automatically. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 77
minute] [10 minute] [15 minute] [30 minute] [1 hour] [2 hours] Active Page Threshold Support [Disabled] Intel® Smart Connect Technology ISCT Configuration [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 78
the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads /disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 79
Monitor [Disabled] Allows you to enable the iGPU Multi-Monitor. For Lucid Virtu MVP function supports, set this item to [Enabled] to empower both integrated and discrete graphics. iGPU shared x16_1 link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-21 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 80
] 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. Chapter 3 3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 81
to legacy AC'97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio. [AC97] IRQ=4] [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-23 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 82
LAN device. [Enabled] Enables the PCIE/PCI devices to generate a wake-on-LAN feature of the Intel/Realtek LAN device. Power On By Ring [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables Ring to generate a wake event. alarms everyday. Use and keys to adjust the time. Chapter 3 3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 83
. PWR Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects the voltage output through the onboard voltage regulators. Select Ignore if you do not want to detect this item. ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-25 Chapter 3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 84
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 Fan Profile to [Manual]. CPU Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 85
Fan Profile to [Manual]. Chassis Upper Temperature [70] Use the and keys to adjust the upper limit of the CPU temperature. The values Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 86
display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Post Delay Time [3 sec] Allows you to [3 sec] [4 sec] [5 sec] [6 sec] [7 sec] [8 sec] [9 sec] [10 sec] Wait For 'F1' If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The system BIOS setup Chapter 3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 87
Network Stack Driver Support [Disabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] The BIOS skips over the Network Stack Driver and tries to boot from the next device. Allows the BIOS to boot from the Network Stack Driver. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] [Force BIOS ] [UEFI first] Chapter 3 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-29 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 88
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 item to start booting from the selected device. Chapter 3 3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 89
from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version. ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [DIMM_A2] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. Configuration options: [Slot 1] [Slot 2] [Slot 3] [Slot 4] ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-31 Chapter 3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 90
you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to discard changes and exit. ASUS EZ Mode This option allows you to enter the EZ - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 91
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 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 92
download. Click Next. Chapter 3 4. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 93
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 LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 94
3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility The ASUS EZ Flash 2 feature allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 95
Menu for details. 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 96
displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2. Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at http:// support.asus.com and save them on the USB flash drive - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 97
press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.18 [2010/04/29] Current ROM BOARD: P8Z77-V LX2 VER: 0215 DATE: 12/14/2011 Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER: Unknown DATE: Unknown PATH: A:\ A: P8Z77VLX2.CAP 17:30:48 4194304 2011 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 98
automatically exits to the DOS prompt after updating BIOS. • Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 99
ASUS does not recommend running an operating system prior to Windows® 7 on this motherboard. However, If you will be installing Windows® XP, install the latest Service Pack before installing the the drivers for better compatibility and stability. Support DVD information The contents of the support - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 100
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 LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 101
and CPUs installed. • 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. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 102
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, and DRAM voltage in Windows® environment and in real-time without exiting and - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 103
Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. Advanced mode Target values Current values Click to restore all startup settings Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all the changes Applies all the changes immediately Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 104
OS]. • Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to the BIOS chapter of your motherboard user manual for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. 1. Click on the CPU Ratio tab. 2. Drag - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 105
motherboard. • Fast Tuning: fast CPU/iGPU overclocking Using Fast Tuning 1. Click Auto Tuning tab > Fast. 2. Read the warning messages and click OK to start the autooverclocking process. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves the BIOS settings, and restarts the system. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 106
3. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful. Click OK to exit. Chapter 4 4-8 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 107
menu bar. 4 5 1 Application aids 2 3 6 Apply all changes immediately Undo all changes without applying 7 Application aids 8 Apply all changes immediately Undo all changes without applying Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-9 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 108
may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4 4-10 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 109
the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Advanced settings for each mode Displays the system properties of 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 LX2 4-11 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 110
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch FAN Xpert+ by clicking CPU fan profile under certain limitations. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 111
, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-13 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 112
and Record Duration according to need. 2. Click Start Recording to start measuring and recording each sensor. 3. To stop recording, click Recording again. Chapter 4 4-14 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 113
4. To track the recorded contents, set Type/ Date/ Select display items to display the history details. Click on Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and a highlight of the system statuses will appear on the right panel. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-15 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 114
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 limitations, Intel® USB 3.0 ports do not support ASUS 3.0 Boost in Windows XP operating system. • Use the USB 3.0 devices - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 115
maximum charging rate is still 500mA, which is the USB 2.0 maximum charging rate. Ai Charger can increase this limit to 700mA~900mA • There are no BIOS, hardware, or chipset requirements for Ai Charger. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-17 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 116
II main menu bar. • Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function. • Network iControl is only supported under Windows 7 and can only support the onboard LAN. Using EZ Start EZ Start allows you to quickly activate Network iControl, and set the highest bandwidth priority for your top - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 117
in the taskbar, and select Open Network and Sharing Center. 2. Right-click the PPPoE Connection, and select Properties. 3. Click the Options tab, and deselect Prompt for name and password, certificate, etc. Click OK to complete the auto PPPoE connection settings. Chapter 4 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-19 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 118
automatic network connection. You can also enable the No Delay TCP function to help improve the network performance. Click to select Connection Name Tick to set the auto PPPoE connection Click to apply settings Click ON to improve network performance Chapter 4 4-20 Chapter 4: Software support - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 119
, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Usi ng ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet Allows you to download the latest - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 120
Power On Self Tests (POST). Launching ASUS Update To launch MyLogo2, click Update > MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using MyLogo Select the option that you want to use to update your boot logo, click Next and follow the instructions below. Change the boot logo of a downloaded BIOS file and - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 121
Driver from the support DVD that came with the motherboard package. If the Realtek® audio software is correctly installed, you will find the Realtek® HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar. Double-click on the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Realtek® HD Audio Manager ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 122
Information button • 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® Z77 platform does not support Windows® Vista™, Realtek HD Audio driver is only supported by Windows® 7™/Windows® XP™. • To play Blu-Ray - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 123
5.1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions: 5 • Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 124
5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For Mode]. 4. Save your changes, and then exit the BIOS Setup. Refer to Chapter 3 for details on entering and navigating through the BIOS Setup Due to chipset limitation, when SATA ports are set to RAID mode - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 125
allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The 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. Chapter 5 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 126
the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: Capacity - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 127
selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press . The available stripe size values range from 4KB to 128KB. The following main menu, or to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. Chapter 5 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 128
Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Name Volume0 [ DELETE VOLUME MENU - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 129
Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit, and then press < EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): 2. Press to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. Chapter 5 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-7 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 130
>. 8. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. 5.2.2 Creating a RAID driver disk in Windows® To create a RAID driver disk in Windows®: 1. Start Windows®. 2. Plug the USB floppy disk drive and insert a floppy disk. 3. Place the motherboard support DVD into the optical drive - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 131
OS version. Click OK. 4. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. Chapter 5 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-9 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 132
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 5 5-10 Chapter 5: RAID configurations - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 133
= "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. ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-11 Chapter 5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 134
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Drive) for the system OS drive. 5. DRAM: To enable Intel® Rapid Start Technology, DRAM size smaller than 8GB is required. Ensure to enable the acceleration of Intel® Smart Response Technology before creating the partition for the Intel® Rapid Start Technology. Chapter 6 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-1 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 136
inefficiently with over 4G system memory under Windows® 7 32-bit operating system. • Only Intel® internal SATA ports (gray and blue) support Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies. • The performance of Intel® Smart Response Technology and Intel® Rapid Storage Technology vary by the - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 137
support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. Click the Drivers tab, then click Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver software. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions write back to HDD in a later time. ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 138
and a HDD, and only one SSD can be assigned for caching. • If you want to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM > Acceleration Options and remove the Disks/Volume Acceleration to disable Intel® Smart Response Technology. Refer to Chapter 4, section Installing Serial ATA hard disk for the entry of - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 139
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 . The unallocated volume is allocated to the selected disk. Chapter 6 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-5 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 140
Enter. 8. In the diskpart prompt, type list disk after DISKPART, and press Enter. Select the 9. Type create partition primary, and press Enter. 10. After creating a primary partition, type detail disk = number), and press Enter to store the Intel® Rapid Start partition. • The value "x" refers to - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 141
when you choose "GPT (GUID Partition Table store type". Intel® Rapid Start Manager to enable or disable the Intel® Rapid Start Technology. 1. Click the Show hidden icons arrow from the right side of the task bar, and click Intel® Rapid Start Technology Manager icon. Chapter 6 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 142
period you set, the system automatically goes into the Intel® Rapid Start mode. Default time is 10 minutes. Click to save the Click to cancel the At the diskpart prompt, type list disk after DISKPART, and press Enter. 4. Select the disk (SSD) where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is installed - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 143
5. Type list partition, press Enter, and select the partition where the Intel® Rapid Start Technology is installed by typing window, click Disk Management, right click the shrinked new volume, and select Extend Volume. 9. As the Extend Volume Wizard appears, click Next. Chapter 6 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 144
Connect Technology supports Windows® Live Mail, Microsoft Outlook, and Seesmic applications. • It is necessary to enable the items of the PCH Configuration in the BIOS before applying the Intel® Smart Connect Technology. Go to Advanced Mode > Advanced > PCH Configuration, and enable the Intel® Smart - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 145
and for the newly installed Intel® Smart Connect Technology to take effect. Using the Intel® Smart Connect Technology • Before updating is enabled, click to reset all settings to default. When the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period for Internet data update. ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 146
3. To disable the updating function, click Disable Updating. Clicking this button automatically disables the configuration in the Advanced tab. To to view the feature's version. Click Topics to learn more about the Intel® Smart Connect Technology and its configuration. Chapter 6 6-12 Chapter - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 147
2. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. For Windows 7, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Select your current graphics card driver/s. 4. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows 7, select Uninstall. 5. Turn off your computer. Chapter 7 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 7-1 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 148
the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi- bridge (bundled with graphics cards) Goldfingers Chapter 7 7-2 Chapter 7: Multiple GPU support - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 149
. Launching the AMD Catalyst Control Center To launch the AMD Catalyst Control Center: 1. Right-click on the Windows® desktop and select Catalyst Control Center. 2. Click Catalyst Control Center to configure the displays and settings of your AMD graphic cards. Chapter 7 ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 7-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 150
Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireXTM. 2. Select Enable CrossFireXTM. 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. 4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made. 2 1 3 4 Chapter 7 7-4 Chapter 7: - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 151
including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 A-1 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 152
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 153
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions. ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 A-3 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 154
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 LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 155
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : P8Z77 - Asus P8Z77-V LX2 | P8Z77-V LX2 User's Manual - Page 156
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Motherboard
P8Z77-V LX2