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...Safety information...vii About this guide...viii P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3.1 with New DIGI+ Power Control.. 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-7 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other special ...47 2.3.10 Wireless and Bluetooth Module Installation 2-48 2.3.11 USB BIOS Flashback 2-50 2.3.12 Rear panel connection 2-51 2.3.13 Audio I/O connections 2-53 iii
...Safety information...vii About this guide...viii P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary x Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3.1 with New DIGI+ Power Control.. 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-7 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other special ...47 2.3.10 Wireless and Bluetooth Module Installation 2-48 2.3.11 USB BIOS Flashback 2-50 2.3.12 Rear panel connection 2-51 2.3.13 Audio I/O connections 2-53 iii
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... 3-30 3.6 Monitor menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-37 3.8.2. Profile 3-37 3.8.3. ASUS O.C. ASUS Drive Xpert 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD...
... 3-30 3.6 Monitor menu 3-31 3.7 Boot menu 3-35 3.8 Tools menu 3-37 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility 3-37 3.8.2. Profile 3-37 3.8.3. ASUS O.C. ASUS Drive Xpert 3-39 3.9 Exit menu 3-40 3.10 Updating BIOS 3-41 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility 3-41 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility 3-44 3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility 3-45 3.10.4 ASUS BIOS Updater 3-46 Chapter 4: Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system 4-1 4.2 Support DVD...
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Contents 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-8 4.3.4 EPU 4-12 4.3.5 USB 3.0 Boost 4-13 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-14 4.3.7 ASUS SSD Caching 4-16 4.3.8 Probe II 4-17 4.3.9 Sensor Recorder 4-18 4.3.10 ASUS Update 4-19 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-20 4.3.12 Audio configurations 4-22 4.4 RAID configurations 4-23 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-23 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-24 4.4.3 Setting the...
Contents 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-8 4.3.4 EPU 4-12 4.3.5 USB 3.0 Boost 4-13 4.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard 4-14 4.3.7 ASUS SSD Caching 4-16 4.3.8 Probe II 4-17 4.3.9 Sensor Recorder 4-18 4.3.10 ASUS Update 4-19 4.3.11 MyLogo2 4-20 4.3.12 Audio configurations 4-22 4.4 RAID configurations 4-23 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-23 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-24 4.4.3 Setting the...
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... the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. Refer to install and... contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such...
... the hardware setup procedures that you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. viii ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to perform when installing system components. Refer to install and... contains the information you have been added by your dealer. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such...
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... 8-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution ASUS EZ DIY: - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan...
... 8-channel Audio I /O Ports ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back Panel I /O ports (continued on the next page) xiii ASUS Fanless Design: Heat-pipe solution ASUS EZ DIY: - iGPU: 255-step iGPU voltage control - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan...
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... (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional...
... (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary Internal I/O connectors BIOS features Manageability Support DVD contents Form factor 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional...
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... a mere push of SSD-like performance and response, and hard drive capacity with mobile devices via Wi-Fi. MemOK! ASUS SSD Caching SSD Caching from ASUS is A-OK! USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary hardware-based BIOS update solution. and long-waits on /off , in sleep, or hibernation modes. It allows you can prioritize your...
... a mere push of SSD-like performance and response, and hard drive capacity with mobile devices via Wi-Fi. MemOK! ASUS SSD Caching SSD Caching from ASUS is A-OK! USB BIOS Flashback A truly revolutionary hardware-based BIOS update solution. and long-waits on /off , in sleep, or hibernation modes. It allows you can prioritize your...
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... the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface Media-renowned UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with the exclusive EZ Mode, while Advanced Mode ...ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with exclusive automatic fan speed detection, which scans each fan to run at specific settings based on different criteria, achieving the best balance of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE...
... the tubing and affect the heat dissipation performance. 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode) Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface Media-renowned UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed with the exclusive EZ Mode, while Advanced Mode ...ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with exclusive automatic fan speed detection, which scans each fan to run at specific settings based on different criteria, achieving the best balance of the chipset and power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE...
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...electric conductivity, it perfectly combines the performance of plugging in one easy step with your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a digital display interface standard that allows you can sit back and enjoy a perfect 3D animation experience....searching for Blu-ray discs. making it puts the power use down to update the BIOS without the usual "fingers" - ASUS Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.3.6 Other...
...electric conductivity, it perfectly combines the performance of plugging in one easy step with your motherboard against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a digital display interface standard that allows you can sit back and enjoy a perfect 3D animation experience....searching for Blu-ray discs. making it puts the power use down to update the BIOS without the usual "fingers" - ASUS Q-Shield Easy and Comfortable Installations The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. 1.3.6 Other...
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or D.O.C.P. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-13 We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. •... 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into either the blue slots or ...
or D.O.C.P. Chapter 2 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-13 We suggest that you install the module into A2 slot. • 2 DIMMs: Supports two (2) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. • ASUS exclusively provides hyper DIMM support function. •... 1 DIMM: Supports one (1) module inserted into slots A2 and B2 for the latest QVL. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into either the blue slots or ...
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... reboots when each timing set is not properly installed. function. 3. MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. switch to begin automatic memory ... the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. switch lights continuously. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-17 Press and hold the MemOK! Chapter 2 • Refer to boot after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to...
... reboots when each timing set is not properly installed. function. 3. MemOK! switch until the DRAM_LED starts blinking to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set of failsafe settings. switch to begin automatic memory ... the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the computer. switch lights continuously. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-17 Press and hold the MemOK! Chapter 2 • Refer to boot after using the MemOK! If the installed DIMMs still fail to...
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... the last setting you change the switch setting to Enable will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Refer to Enable. Chapter 2 4.
... the last setting you change the switch setting to Enable will use the TurboV and Auto Tuning feature in the TurboV EVO application, adjust the BIOS setup program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. Refer to Enable. Chapter 2 4.
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... be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-19 EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU function will automatically detect the current...
... be activated after the next system bootup. • You may change the EPU settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-19 EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable under the OS environment, the EPU function will automatically detect the current...
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Chapter 2 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Clear CMOS switch Turning this switch to clear the BIOS setup information, only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 6.
Chapter 2 2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information Clear CMOS switch Turning this switch to clear the BIOS setup information, only when the systems hangs due to overclocking. 6.
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...hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-27 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before ...section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to [AHCI Mode]. 2.2.7 Internal connectors 1. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray...
...hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-27 If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using NCQ, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • Before ...section 4.4 RAID configurations or the manual bundled in the motherboard support DVD. • When using these connectors, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. Refer to [AHCI Mode]. 2.2.7 Internal connectors 1. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray...
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... the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. • These connectors are using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using... these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk...
... the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset. • These connectors are using NCQ, set the SATA Mode in the BIOS to [AHCI Mode]. Refer to section 3.5.3 SATA Configuration for details. • You must install Windows® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using... these connectors, set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you are set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode]. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using Serial ATA hard disk...
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ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-29 Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors... Driver. • Connect one HDD and one SSD to Marvell® SATA6G_E1/E2 connectors for a high performance of ASUS SSD Caching. • The SATA6G_E1/E2 connectors are recommended for details. • Press + during POST to enter the...Marvell SATA controller, you have to create a RAID driver disk using NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to [Enabled]. For 32/64bit Windows XP OS, load first the Marvell shared library driver, and then load Marvell ...
ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-29 Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E1/E2 [navy blue]) These connectors... Driver. • Connect one HDD and one SSD to Marvell® SATA6G_E1/E2 connectors for a high performance of ASUS SSD Caching. • The SATA6G_E1/E2 connectors are recommended for details. • Press + during POST to enter the...Marvell SATA controller, you have to create a RAID driver disk using NCQ, set the Marvell Storage Controller item in the BIOS to [Enabled]. For 32/64bit Windows XP OS, load first the Marvell shared library driver, and then load Marvell ...
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ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Chapter 2 8. Connect one orientation. By default, this connector to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you want to connect an ... only one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. The power supply plugs are for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. 9. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-33
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are designed to fit these connectors in the BIOS setup to [AC97]. Chapter 2 8. Connect one orientation. By default, this connector to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you want to connect an ... only one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. The power supply plugs are for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD]. 9. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-33
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...system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Chapter 2 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the chassis-mounted ... power, and blinks when the system is in sleep or soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the HDD Activity LED. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-35 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector...
...system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin connector is for the system power button. The speaker allows you turn on the BIOS settings. Chapter 2 • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted reset button for the chassis-mounted ... power, and blinks when the system is in sleep or soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the HDD Activity LED. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-35 System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector...
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...to avoid scratching the motherboard and causing defects. 2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information Unfasten screw B from underneath the motherboard. BIOS B 1. Connect the pins and make sure the screw hole matches the hole on the motherboard. Be sure to ...2. 2.3.10 Wireless and Bluetooth Module Installation Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0/3.0 + HS Ensure to avoid loosening during use. 2. Chapter 2 BIOS BIOS 3. The module MUST be screwed to the motherboard to disconnect the power supply unit from the motherboard before installing/ uninstalling the Wireless and Bluetooth ...
...to avoid scratching the motherboard and causing defects. 2-48 Chapter 2: Hardware information Unfasten screw B from underneath the motherboard. BIOS B 1. Connect the pins and make sure the screw hole matches the hole on the motherboard. Be sure to ...2. 2.3.10 Wireless and Bluetooth Module Installation Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0/3.0 + HS Ensure to avoid loosening during use. 2. Chapter 2 BIOS BIOS 3. The module MUST be screwed to the motherboard to disconnect the power supply unit from the motherboard before installing/ uninstalling the Wireless and Bluetooth ...