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ASUS P8H77-M LE

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ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto-recovery tool that allows you to

restore a corrupted BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB

flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file.

ASUS EZ Flash 2

ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without

using an OS-based utility.

C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall)

The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings

when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. C.P.R. eliminates the

need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data. Simply shut

down and reboot the system, and the BIOS automatically restores the

CPU parameters to their default settings.

ErP ready

The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP)

ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency

requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with

ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient

products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon

footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

1.3.3

Other special features

LucidLogix Virtu MVP

LucidLogix Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology boosts

your PCIe graphics card up to 60% beyond its original performance.

Designed for Intel

®

processor graphics and Windows

®

7 PCs, it perfectly

combines the performance of discrete graphic cards with fast computing

iGPU. Also, with newly designed Virtual Sync, users can enjoy a

smoother gaming experience by eliminating tearing artifacts. LucidLogix

Virtu MVP can also dynamically assigns tasks to the best available

graphics resource, based on power, performance, and system load. This

allows users to fully utilize 3x faster video conversion with Intel

®

Quick

Sync Video 2.0 technology while retaining high-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 users searching for perfection, LucidLogix Virtu MVP provides great

graphical performance, and best quality and efficiency.

*

LucidLogi

x Virtu MVP supports Windows

®

7 operating system.

** Intel

®

Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel

®

Core™ processor family.

Section	Page
About this guide	6
Safety information	6
P8H77-M LE specifications summary	8
Chapter 1	11
Product introduction	11
1.1 Welcome!	11
1.2 Package contents	11
1.3 Special features	11
1.3.1 Product highlights	11
1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features	13
1.3.3 Other special features	15
1.4 Before you proceed	16
1.5 Motherboard overview	17
1.5.1 Placement direction	17
1.5.2 Screw holes	17
1.5.3 Motherboard layout	18
1.5.4 Layout contents	18
1.6 Central Processing Unit (CPU)	19
1.6.1 Installing the CPU	20
1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation	22
1.7 System memory	24
1.7.1 Overview	24
1.7.2 Memory configurations	24
1.7.3 Installing a DIMM	29
1.7.4 Removing a DIMM	29
1.8 Expansion slots	30
1.8.1 Installing an expansion card	30
1.8.2 Configuring an expansion card	30
1.8.3 PCI slot	30
1.8.4 PCI Express x1 slot	30
1.8.5 PCI Express x4 slot	30
1.8.6 PCI Express x16 slot	31
1.9 Jumpers	31
1.10 Connectors	32
1.10.1 Rear panel connectors	32
1.10.2 Internal connectors	34
1.11 Onboard switches	40
1.12 Onboard LEDs	41
1.13 Software support	42
1.13.1 Installing an operating system	42
1.13.2 Support DVD information	42
Chapter 2	43
BIOS information	43
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS	43
2.1.1 ASUS Update utility	43
2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2	44
2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility	45
2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater	46
2.2 BIOS setup program	48
2.3 Main menu	52
2.3.1 System Language [English]	52
2.3.2 System Date [Day xx/xx/xxxx]	52
2.3.3 System Time [xx:xx:xx]	52
2.3.4 Security	52
2.4 Ai Tweaker menu	54
2.4.1 CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto]	54
2.4.2 Memory Frequency [Auto]	55
2.4.3 iGPU Max. Frequency [Auto]	55
2.4.4 EPU Power Saving Mode [Disabled]	55
2.4.5 GPU Boost [OK]	55
2.4.6 DRAM Timing Control	55
2.4.7 CPU Power Management	55
2.4.8 DIGI+ VRM	56
2.4.9 CPU Voltage [Offset Mode]	57
2.4.10 iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode]	58
2.4.11 DRAM Voltage [Auto]	58
2.4.12 VCCSA Voltage [Auto]	58
2.4.13 PCH Voltage [Auto]	58
2.4.14 CPU PLL Voltage [Auto]	59
2.5 Advanced menu	59
2.5.1 CPU Configuration	59
2.5.2 PCH Configuration	61
2.5.3 SATA Configuration	61
2.5.4 System Agent Configuration	62
2.5.5 USB Configuration	62
2.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration	63
2.5.7 APM	63
2.5.8 Network Stack	64
2.6 Monitor menu	65
2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF]	66
2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A]	66
2.6.3 CPU Voltage, 3.3V Voltage, 5V Voltage, 12V Voltage	66
2.6.4 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled]	66
2.6.5 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]	67
2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled]	67
2.7 Boot menu	68
2.7.1 Bootup NumLock State [On]	68
2.7.2 Full Screen Logo [Enabled]	68
2.7.3 Wait for ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled]	68
2.7.4 Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS]	69
2.7.5 Setup Mode [EZ Mode]	69
2.7.6 UEFI/Legacy Boot [Enabled both UEFI and Legacy]	69
2.7.7 PCI ROM Priority [Legacy ROM]	69
2.7.8 Boot Option Priorities	69
2.7.9 Boot Override	69
2.8 Tools menu	70
2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility	70
2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile	70
2.8.3 ASUS SPD Information	70
2.9 Exit menu	71
Appendices	73

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