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Motherboard P8Z77-V LX2.
ii E7821 First Edition V2 October 2012 Copyright © 2012 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, tra.
iii Contents Safety information ...................................................................................................... vi About this guide ................................................................................................
iv 3.4 Ai T weaker menu ........................................................................................ 3-8 3.5 Advanced menu ....................................................................................... 3-16 3.5.1 CPU Conguration .
v 4.3.1 1 ASUS Update ............................................................................ 4-21 4.3.12 MyLogo2 ................................................................................... 4-22 4.3.13 Audio congurations ..............
vi Safety information Electrical safety T o prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected.
vii About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports.
viii Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.
ix (continued on the next page) P8Z77-V LX2 specications summary CPU LGA1 155 socket for Intel ® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® processors Supports 32nm and 22nm CPU Supports Intel ® T urbo Boost technology 2.
x P8Z77-V LX2 specications summary USB Intel ® Z77 Express Chipset - Supports AS US USB 3 .0 Boost UASP Mode. - 4 x USB 3.0 /2.0 ports (2 port s at the mid-bo ard and 2 ports at the back panel) - 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) • The USB 3 .
xi Specications are subject to change without notice. P8Z77-V LX2 specications summary Rear panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x HDMI port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3-jack 8-channel audio I/O ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x USB 3.
xii Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer . • The illustrated items above are for reference only . Actual product specications may vary with different models.
xiii Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA1 155 CPU Intel LGA1 155 CPU Fan DIMM SA T A hard disk drive SA T A optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights LGA1 155 socket for Intel ® 2nd/3rd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium ® , and Celeron ® Processors This motherboard supports Intel 2nd/3rd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors in the LGA1 155 package.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Intel ® Smart Response T echnology Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-3 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 8-channel high denition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Denition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-qu.
1-4 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 Before you proceed T ake 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.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-5 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2.2 Motherboard layout Refer to 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED Page 1. CPU, Chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2, 3-pin PWR_F AN) 1-23 2. EA TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR, 4-pin EA TX12V) 1-26 3.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-7 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2.3 System memory This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket.
1-8 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Memory congurations Y ou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-9 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS - - 9 1.
1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000MHz capability V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Apacer 78.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-1 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified V endors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability V endors Part No.
1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1BK3/ 12GX(XMP) 12GB(3x4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-13 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF 1GB SS Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9 - • • • Crucial CT25664BA1339.
1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Mic.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-15 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 V endors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing V oltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Micron MT8JTF25664.
1-16 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2.4 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-17 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 IRQ assignments for this motherboard A B C D E F G H IGD shared – – – – – – – Audio Controller – – – – – – share.
1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 T o 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 the cap back to pins 1-2.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-19 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 1.2.6 Onboard LED 1. Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode.
1-20 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial A T A RAID set using these connectors, set the SA T A Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-21 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 3. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
1-22 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 4. Front panel audio connector (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.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-23 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 6. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_F AN, 4-pin CHA_F AN1/2; 3-pin PWR_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector .
1-24 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 7. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) These connectors are for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0 specicaton that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-25 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 8. Intel ® Z77 Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SA T A3G_1–4 [blue]) These connectors connect to Serial A T A 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial A T A 3.
1-26 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 9. A TX power connectors (24-pin EA TXPWR; 4-pin EA TX12V) These connectors are for A TX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to t these connectors in only one orientation.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 1-27 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 • 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 system power , and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 1 12. Speaker connector (4- pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker .
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 1 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.
2-2 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-3 Chapter 2 3. Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2-4 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.2 CPU installation The LGA1 156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1 155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1 156 CPU on the LGA1 155 socket.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-5 Chapter 2 A B C 4 5 3.
2-6 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 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 .
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-7 Chapter 2 T o uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2 A B B A 1.
2-8 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 1 2 3 T o remove a DIMM 2.1.4 DIMM installation B A A.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-9 Chapter 2 2.1.5 A TX Power connection 1 2.
2-10 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.1.6 SA T A device connection 2 OR 1.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-1 1 Chapter 2 2.1.7 Expansion Card installation T o install PCIe x16 cards T o install PCIe x1 cards T o install PCI cards.
2-12 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 3 7 2 1 8 9 4 5 6 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse port 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 3.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-13 Chapter 2 * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connectio.
2-14 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers 2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 2-15 Chapter 2 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers.
2-16 Chapter 2: Basic installation Chapter 2 2.3 Starting up for the rst time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-1 Chapter 3 BIOS setup 3 3.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more exible and convenient mouse input.
3-2 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-3 Chapter 3 3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority .
3-4 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.2.2 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settings. The gure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed congurations.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-5 Chapter 3 Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai T weaker, Advanced, Monitor , Boot, T ool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
3-6 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.3 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-7 Chapter 3 Administrator Password If you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator password for accessing the system. Otherwise, you might be able to see or change only selected elds in the BIOS setup program.
3-8 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 T o change a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press <Enter>. 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press <Enter>.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-9 Chapter 3 Ai Overclock T uner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency . Select any of these preset overclocking conguration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system.
3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage. Conguration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]. CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-1 1 Chapter 3 CPU Power Management The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
3-12 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is dened 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.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-13 Chapter 3 iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to set the iGPU Load-line Calibration. Conguration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU conguration. iGPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the iGPU Current Capability .
3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU V oltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a xed CPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the Offset voltage. CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the CPU V oltage item to [Offset Mode].
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-15 Chapter 3 DRAM V oltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 2.135V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently .
3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.5 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect eld values can cause the system to malfunction.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-17 Chapter 3 Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package.
3-18 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Power Management Conguration CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency . Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-19 Chapter 3 3.5.2 PCH Conguration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event T imer . Conguration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel(R) Rapid Start T echnology Intel(R) Rapid Start T echnology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel(R) Rapid Start T echnology .
3-20 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 SA T A Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SA T A conguration. [IDE Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial A T A hard disk drives as Parallel A T A physical storage devices.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-21 Chapter 3 Graphics Conguration Primary Display [Auto] Allows you to select a primary display from IGFX, PEG, or PCI graphic devices, or select SG for switchable GFX. Conguration options: [Auto] [IGFX] [PEG] [PCI] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to set the iGPU memory size.
3-22 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Disabled] The USB devices can be used only for the BIOS setup program. [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at sta rtup.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-23 Chapter 3 HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Denition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller.
3-24 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-25 Chapter 3 CPU T emperature / MB T emperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures.
3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-27 Chapter 3 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.
3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-29 Chapter 3 USB Support [Partial Initial] [Disabled] All USB devices will not be available until after OS boot. [Full Initial] All USB devices will be available in OS and during POST . [Partial Initial] Specic USB port/device will not be available before OS boot.
3-30 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices. The number of device items that appears on the screen depends on the number of devices installed in the system.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-31 Chapter 3 3.8 T ools menu The T ools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press <Enter> to display the submenu. ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a conrmation message appears.
3-32 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-33 Chapter 3 3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability , compatibility , or performance. However , BIOS updating is potentially risky . If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS .
3-34 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 Updating the BIOS through the Internet T o update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet , and then click Next . 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network trafc.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-35 Chapter 3 • 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 conguration.
3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 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 oppy disk or an OS-based utility . Before you start using this utility , download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www .
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-37 Chapter 3 • This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with F A T 32/16 format and single partition only . • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability .
3-38 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater The ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also allows you to copy the current BIOS le that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 3-39 Chapter 3 Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:>d: D:> 3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number . 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press <Enter> to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB ash drive).
3-40 Chapter 3: BIOS setup Chapter 3 4. Select Y es and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater . Restart your computer . DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-1 Chapter 4 Software support 4 If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer , browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP .EXE from the BIN folder . Double-click the ASSETUP .EXE to run the DVD. 4.1 Installing an operating system • This motherboard supports Windows ® 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS).
4-2 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary software manuals. The software manual les are in Portable Document Format (PDF).
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-3 Chapter 4 4.3 Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software application for more information.
4-4 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.2 T urboV EVO ASUS T urboV EVO includes T urboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages such as Auto T uning that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system boost performance.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-5 Chapter 4 Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings. Advanced mode Current values T arget values V oltage Adjustment bars Click to.
4-6 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. • The rst time you use CPU Ratio, go to AI T weaker > CPU Power Management in BIOS and set the T urbo Ratio item to [Maximum T urbo Ratio setting in OS] .
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-7 Chapter 4 Auto T uning ASUS T urboV EVO provides you with a Fast T uning mode. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system conguration. • We recommend that you set up a better thermal environment to prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard.
4-8 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 3. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful. Click OK to exit..
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-9 Chapter 4 4.3.3 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability . It also provides the highest power efciency while generating less heat to prolong component lifespan and minimize power loss.
4-10 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specication. • 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 P8Z77-V LX2 4-1 1 Chapter 4 • Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU. • *Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO2 that has been reduced since you click the Clear button . • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.
4-12 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www .asus.com for detailed software conguration.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-13 Chapter 4 4.3.6 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others.
4-14 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.7 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specic time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-15 Chapter 4 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. 4. T o track the recorded contents, set T ype/ Date/ Select display items to display the history details.
4-16 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically increases a USB 3.0 device’s transfer speed up to 170%. Launching USB 3.0 Boost T o launch USB 3.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-17 Chapter 4 4.3.9 Ai Charger Ai Charger is a unique software that allows you to quickly charge your Apple devices such as the iPod, iPhone, and iPad on your ASUS computer’s USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port. • There is no settings screen for the Ai Charger.
4-18 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.10 Network iControl • 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.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-19 Chapter 4 Using Quick Connection Configuring the PPPoE connection settings Before enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Connection functions, you must congure the PPPoE connection settings T o congure the PPPoE settings: 1.
4-20 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Conguring the Quick Connection T o congure the auto-PPPoE connection: Click the Quick Connection tab. T ick Automatically connect online anytime option, then select the connection name in the Connection Name dropdown box.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-21 Chapter 4 4.3.1 1 ASUS Update ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows ® environment. Launching ASUS Update T o launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar .
4-22 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 4.3.12 MyLogo2 MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen during the Power On Self T ests (POST). Launching ASUS Update T o launch MyLogo2, click Update > MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 4-23 Chapter 4 5. Click Flash to update the boot logo. 6. When prompted, click Y es to reboot the system. Y ou will see the new boot logo the next time you start up the system. Ensure to enable the Full Screen Logo in BIOS to use this feature.
4-24 Chapter 4: Software support Chapter 4 Control settings window Conguration options Information button Exit button Minimize button B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows ® XP • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-1 Chapter 5 RAID support 5 5.1 RAID congurations The motherboard supports the following SA T A RAID solutions: • Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • Y ou must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial A T A hard disk drives.
5-2 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 5.1.2 Installing Serial A T A hard disks The motherboard supports Serial A T A hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array .
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-3 Chapter 5 5.1.4 Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o enter the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST , press <Ctrl> + <I> to display the utility main menu.
5-4 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 Creating a RAID set T o create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID V olume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: 2. Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-5 Chapter 5 5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press <Enter> after completing your 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 <Enter>.
5-6 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 Deleting a RAID set Be cautious when deleting a RAID set. Y ou will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. T o delete a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID V olume and press <Enter>.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-7 Chapter 5 2. Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu. Exiting the Intel ® Rapid Storage T echnology Option ROM utility T o exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit , and then press <Enter>.
5-8 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 5.2 Creating a RAID driver disk A oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows ® operating system on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a oppy drive connector .
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-9 Chapter 5 5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows ® OS installation T o install the RAID driver in Windows ® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the <F6> key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver .
5-10 Chapter 5: RAID congurations Chapter 5 5.2.4 Using a USB oppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows ® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when you install the RAID driver from a oppy disk during the OS installation.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 5-1 1 Chapter 5 Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.
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ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-1 Chapter 6 Intel ® technologies 6 6.1 Introduction to Intel ® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies This document details the overview of the installation and conguration procedures of the Intel ® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies.
6-2 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 SSD Capacity Requirements SSD Partition Capacity Requirements System DRAM 2GB 4GB 8GB Intel ® storage combinations Intel ® Rapid Start 2GB 4GB 8GB Inte.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-3 Chapter 6 6.1.2 Intel ® Smart Response T echnology Intel ® Smart Response T echnology boosts overall system performance. It uses an installed fast SSD (min. 20GB available) as a cache for frequently accessed operations, speeding up hard drive/main memory interaction.
6-4 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 3. Select Disable Acceleration to disable this function, and select Change Mode to switch acceleration mode to Enhanced/ Maximized. • T o enable Intel ® Smart Response T echnology , you need at least one SSD ( 20GB) and a HDD, and only one SSD can be assigned for caching.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-5 Chapter 6 3. Right click the New V olume that you want to shrink from, and select Shrink V olume . 4. If your SSD is not initialized and unformatted: a. Right click the disk that you want to create the partition, and select Initialize .
6-6 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 6. T o launch the disk partitioning tool, click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt tool. 7. T ype diskpart and press Enter . 8. In the diskpart prompt, type list disk after DISKP ART , and press Enter .
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-7 Chapter 6 12. T ype set id=84 override , press Enter , and wait for the “shrinking process” until the Disk Management utility identies a new partition called Hibernation Partition . 13. Reboot the system after creating the partition.
6-8 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 Recovering the partition This procedure allows you to delete the Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology from your system, and recover the partition you made for the Intel Rapid ® Start T echnology installation.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-9 Chapter 6 5. T ype list partition , press Enter , and select the partition where the Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology is installed by typing select partition x (x = number), and press Enter . 6. T ype delete partition override , and press Enter .
6-10 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 10. Click Next after selecting the default selected disk. 1 1. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Finish to recover the Intel ® Rapid Start T echnology partition. 12. Reboot the system after deleting the partition.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 6-1 1 Chapter 6 5. Select all and click Next for Custom Setup . 6. Click Install to proceed the installation. 7. Click Yes to restart your system, and for the newly installed Intel ® Smart Connect T echnology to take effect.
6-12 Chapter 6: Intel ® technologies Chapter 6 3. T o disable the updating function, click Disable Updating . Clicking this button automatically disables the conguration in the Advanced tab. T o reset to defaults, click Reset All to Defaults . 4. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 7-1 Chapter 7 Multiple GPU support 7 7.1 AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology The motherboard supports the AMD ® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section.
Chapter 7: Multiple GPU support 7-2 Chapter 7 7.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are for reference only . The graphics cards and the motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 7-3 Chapter 7 5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately . 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 7.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers.
Chapter 7: Multiple GPU support 7-4 Chapter 7 1 Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireX TM . 2. Select Enable CrossFireX TM . 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 A-1 Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
A-2 Appendices IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 A-3 REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr .asus.com/english/REACH.
A-4 Appendices ASUS contact information ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei, T aiwan 1 1259 T elephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site www .asus.com.tw T echnical Support T elephone +86-21-3842991 1 Online support support.
ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 A-5 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Asus Computer International Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont , CA 94539.
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