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USB 3.0 connector 20-1 pin USB3_34, Intel, H77 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray] - le intel h77

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10. Intel® H77 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. GND RSATA_RXP2 RSATA_RXN2 GND RSATA_TXN2 RSATA_TXP2 GND GND RSATA_RXP1 RSATA_RXN1 GND RSATA_TXN1 RSATA_TXP1 GND P8H77-M LE SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 P8H77-M LE Intel® SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [IDE] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID]. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Supplementary Guide included in the folder named Manual in the support DVD. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later version before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10) is available only if you are using Windows® XP SP3 or later version. • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. 11. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports. Connect the USB 3.0 bracket cable to this connector, then install the USB 3.0 bracket to the rear side of the chassis. If your chassis support customized front panel installation, with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. USB3_34 P8H77-M LE P8H77-M LE USB3.0 front panel connector • The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately. • Due to Intel® limitations, the USB3_34 only supports Windows® 7 operating system. ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-29

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