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Contents 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 features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing ...
Contents 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 features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 2-2 2.2.2 Central Processing ...
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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 electrical outlet you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Do not place the product in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep ...paper clips, screws, and staples away from the system, ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to the correct voltage in your retailer. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that ...
... the electrical outlet you encounter technical problems with the package. • Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. Do not place the product in any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep ...paper clips, screws, and staples away from the system, ensure that your power supply is broken, do not try to the correct voltage in your retailer. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that ...
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...-phase for CPU, 4-phase for portable Smartphone/Tablet supporting iOS 3.2 or later, and Android 2.3 or later systems. - P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - Smart DIGI+ Key - CPU Power - Industry leading digital 2-phase DRAM power design - EPU, EPU switch ASUS TPU - Wi-Fi GO! Wi-Fi GO! Remote for iGPU) - AI Suite II...
...-phase for CPU, 4-phase for portable Smartphone/Tablet supporting iOS 3.2 or later, and Android 2.3 or later systems. - P8Z77-V DELUXE specifications summary ASUS unique features ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - Smart DIGI+ Key - CPU Power - Industry leading digital 2-phase DRAM power design - EPU, EPU switch ASUS TPU - Wi-Fi GO! Wi-Fi GO! Remote for iGPU) - AI Suite II...
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xiv x 9.6 in . 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 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors ... button 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch 1 x Power-on switch 1 x Reset switch 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI...
xiv x 9.6 in . 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 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors ... button 1 x Clear CMOS button 1 x EPU switch 1 x TPU switch 1 x Power-on switch 1 x Reset switch 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI...
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...��/i�3��/�P��e���n��t�i�u�m�®/Celeron® processors are among the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the LGA1155 package, with iGPU, memory, and PCI Express controllers integrated to support the 1155 socket Intel® 3rd/2nd...
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... (EEE) standard, and allows a PC to a more efficient computing experience. P8Z77-V DELUXE brings you 've never experienced before! The motherboard features the most powerful Intel® Z77 platform to high speed connectivity. Key benefits include reduced load ...and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of current bus systems. Dual Gigabit LAN support The P8Z77-V DELUXE features the dual Gigabit LAN design which reduces power consumption during ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE...
... (EEE) standard, and allows a PC to a more efficient computing experience. P8Z77-V DELUXE brings you 've never experienced before! The motherboard features the most powerful Intel® Z77 platform to high speed connectivity. Key benefits include reduced load ...and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of current bus systems. Dual Gigabit LAN support The P8Z77-V DELUXE features the dual Gigabit LAN design which reduces power consumption during ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE...
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...When combined, you into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. CPU Power Wattage cut in diverse situations. Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you can adjust CPU ratios manually in TPU frequency ...ultra-precise tuning for the next generation Intel® VRD 12.5 power design, ASUS once again leaps to the future of power management by SMART DIGI+ Technology, which works with new SMART DIGI+ power control, which reduces CPU power consumption to 85% CPU O.C. With the support for the CPU...
...When combined, you into the world's first real-time PC power saving chip through Auto Tuning and TurboV functions. CPU Power Wattage cut in diverse situations. Performance Boost Always at the forefront of digital power design, ASUS propels you can adjust CPU ratios manually in TPU frequency ...ultra-precise tuning for the next generation Intel® VRD 12.5 power design, ASUS once again leaps to the future of power management by SMART DIGI+ Technology, which works with new SMART DIGI+ power control, which reduces CPU power consumption to 85% CPU O.C. With the support for the CPU...
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...requires a mere push of SSD-like performance and response, and hard drive capacity with just one simple to use functions, with the power supply connected. Auto PPPoE network connection gives a one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. Just plug in a specific... time period to avoid network congestion. With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. It allows you can prioritize your favorite software easily by using an installed SSD ...
...requires a mere push of SSD-like performance and response, and hard drive capacity with just one simple to use functions, with the power supply connected. Auto PPPoE network connection gives a one software offers diverse and ease to use software package. Just plug in a specific... time period to avoid network congestion. With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. It allows you can prioritize your favorite software easily by using an installed SSD ...
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...power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for an even cooler and quieter computing environment. Combined with its elegant appearance. DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. New upgrade! Quick and easy information for hard drives over 2.2 TB. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 1-7 ASUS... Fanless Design-Heat-pipe solution The ASUS heat-pipe features 0-dB thermal solution that offers you an extremely silent and cooling...
...power phase area through high efficient heat-exchange. Not only the beautiful shape upgrades the visual enjoyment for an even cooler and quieter computing environment. Combined with its elegant appearance. DO NOT uninstall the heat-pipe by yourself. New upgrade! Quick and easy information for hard drives over 2.2 TB. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 1-7 ASUS... Fanless Design-Heat-pipe solution The ASUS heat-pipe features 0-dB thermal solution that offers you an extremely silent and cooling...
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... DisplayPort 1.1a Support DisplayPort is a user-friendly utility that delivers up and simplify the DIY process! ASUS Q-Connector Make Connection Quick and Accurate! When the discrete graphic cards are not required, it puts the power use down to zero, making it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). making the system more environmentally friendly...
... DisplayPort 1.1a Support DisplayPort is a user-friendly utility that delivers up and simplify the DIY process! ASUS Q-Connector Make Connection Quick and Accurate! When the discrete graphic cards are not required, it puts the power use down to zero, making it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). making the system more environmentally friendly...
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ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to... bag that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before you install or remove any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap ...
ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-1 Chapter 2: Chapter 2 Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to... bag that came with the component. • Before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before you install or remove any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap ...
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... 2-4 2-32 2-5 2-17 2-18 2-30 2-29 2-27 2-28 2-34 2-23 2-29 2-20 2-16 2-16 2-19 2-35 2-31 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-3 TPU switch 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1314, USB1112) 14. MemOK! System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 12. switch 6. Power-on switch 17. Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. Q-Code LED (LED1, LED2) 13. DDR3 DIMM...
... 2-4 2-32 2-5 2-17 2-18 2-30 2-29 2-27 2-28 2-34 2-23 2-29 2-20 2-16 2-16 2-19 2-35 2-31 ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-3 TPU switch 7. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB1314, USB1112) 14. MemOK! System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) 12. switch 6. Power-on switch 17. Chapter 2 Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. Q-Code LED (LED1, LED2) 13. DDR3 DIMM...
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... any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage... to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase ...
... any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are not bent. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. • The product warranty does not cover damage... to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket. • Upon purchase ...
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.../PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Chapter 2 Slot No.
.../PCIe card PCI Express operating mode PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 x16 (Recommend for single VGA) x8 PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 N/A x8 2-14 Chapter 2: Hardware information Failure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Chapter 2 Slot No.
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...- - - - - shared - shared - - shared - - - PCIE x16_1 shared - - - - - PCIE x16_2 shared - - - - ASMedia USB 3.0 #1 - - PEX 8608 PCIE Bridge - - - shared - - - - ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-15 SATA6G_E12 is supported by default for system resource optimization. SMBUS Controller - shared - - - EHCI #0 - - - - - - shared - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. shared - - Chapter ...
...- - - - - shared - shared - - shared - - - PCIE x16_1 shared - - - - - PCIE x16_2 shared - - - - ASMedia USB 3.0 #1 - - PEX 8608 PCIE Bridge - - - shared - - - - ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-15 SATA6G_E12 is supported by default for system resource optimization. SMBUS Controller - shared - - - EHCI #0 - - - - - - shared - - - shared - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...card to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. shared - - Chapter ...
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... 2. Chapter 2 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance...to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or opencase system. 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to a power source indicating that you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system...
... 2. Chapter 2 2-16 Chapter 2: Hardware information The illustration below shows the location of the onboard power-on switch that allows you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. Reset switch Press the reset switch to enhance...to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or opencase system. 2.2.5 Onboard switches Onboard switches allow you to a power source indicating that you to power up or wake up when the system is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to reboot the system...
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.... • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-17 Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! Turn off... turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! 3. switch Installing DIMMs that you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the...
.... • Due to BIOS overclocking, press the MemOK! If the test fails, the system reboots and test the next set is not properly installed. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-17 Replace the DIMMs with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the DRAM_LED near the MemOK! Press and hold the MemOK! Turn off... turn off the system and reinstall the DIMM before using the MemOK! 3. switch Installing DIMMs that you turn off the computer and unplug the power cord for the system to boot and load BIOS default settings. If the installed DIMMs still fail to the latest BIOS version from the...
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... program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The TPU LED (O2LED2) near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable...
... program, or enable the TPU switch at the same time. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The TPU LED (O2LED2) near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for fast, yet stable...
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... (O2LED3) near the EPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the EPU LED. • If you change the switch setting to Enable under the... settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-19
... (O2LED3) near the EPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power consumption. Refer to section 2.2.6 Onboard LEDs for the exact location of the EPU LED. • If you change the switch setting to Enable under the... settings in the software application or BIOS setup program, and enable the EPU function at the same time. EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable. ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE 2-19