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xP8Z77-V PREMIUM Windows® OS restrictionsType Feature Windows® 7 Windows® XPIntel FeaturesIntel® Turbo Boost 2.0 • •Intel® Extreme Memory Prole • •In

3-14Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Power ManagementThe subitems in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features.CPU Ratio [Auto]Allows you

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-15Chapter 3DIGI+ Power ControlCPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto]Load-line is dened by Intel VRM specication and affects CPU volt

3-16Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Power Duty Control [T.Probe]DIGI + VRM Duty Control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every componen

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-17Chapter 3iGPU Current Capability [Auto]A higher value brings a wider total iGPU power range and extends the overclocking frequ

3-18Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Offset Voltage [Auto]This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-19Chapter 3PCH Voltage [Auto]Allows you to set the Platform Controller Hub voltage. The values range from 0.80V to 1.70V with a

3-20Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5 Advanced menuThe Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices.Be c

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-21Chapter 33.5.1 CPU CongurationThe items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects.Th

3-22Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Execute Disable Bit [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology.[Disabled] Forces the X

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-23Chapter 3High Precision Timer [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer.Conguration options: [E

xiP8Z77-V PREMIUM specications summaryCPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 Core™ i5 / Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Processors

3-24Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3MainAi TweakerAdvanced Monitor Boot ToolExit(1) IDE Mode. (2) AHCI Mode. (3) RAID Mode.Back Advanced\ SATA Congu

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-25Chapter 3SATA Mode Selection [AHCI]Allows you to set the SATA conguration.[Disabled] Disables the SATA function.[IDE] Set t

3-26Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Graphics CongurationAllows you to select a primary display from iGPU, and PCIe graphical devices.Primary Display [A

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-27Chapter 33.5.5 Intel® ThunderboltWake From Thunderbolt Devices [Enabled]Allows you to enable or disable the function to wake

3-28Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.5.6 USB CongurationThe items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features.The USB Devices item show

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-29Chapter 33.5.7 Onboard Devices CongurationScroll down to view the other BIOS items.ExitVersion 2.00.1208. Copyright (C)

3-30Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Bluetooth Controller [Enabled][Enabled] Enables the onboard Bluetooth controller.[Disabled] Disables the onboard B

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-31Chapter 3Intel PXE OPROM [Disabled]This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable

3-32Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Power On By RTC [Disabled][Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event.[Enabled] When set to [Enabled], the it

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-33Chapter 33.6 Monitor menuThe Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan sett

xiiP8Z77-V PREMIUM specications summaryStorageIntel® Z77 Express Chipset with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support- 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray)- 3 x SATA 3.

3-34Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled][Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature.[Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan contr

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-35Chapter 3Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 1/4 [600 RPM]This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and

3-36Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.7 Boot menuThe Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options.Bootup NumLock State [On][On] Sets th

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-37Chapter 3Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS][Force BIOS] The third-party ROM messages will be forced to display during the boot

3-38Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.8 Tools menuThe Tools menu items allow you to congure options for special functions. Select an item then press &

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-39Chapter 3Save to ProleAllows you to save the current BIOS settings to the BIOS Flash, and create a prole. Key in a prole nu

3-40Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.9 Exit menuThe Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or disca

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-41Chapter 33.10 Updating BIOSThe ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, c

3-42Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3Launching ASUS UpdateTo launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.Quit all

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-43Chapter 3• The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.• Refer to the

xiiiP8Z77-V PREMIUM specications summaryASUS unique featuresASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - SMART DIGI+ Power ControlSMART DIGI+- SMART DIGI+ K

3-44Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2ASUS EZ Flash 2 allows you to update the BIOS without having to use a bootable oppy disk or

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-45Chapter 3• This function can support devices such as a USB ash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only.• DO NO

3-46Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.10.4 ASUS BIOS UpdaterThe ASUS BIOS Updater allows you to update the BIOS in DOS environment. This utility also a

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-47Chapter 33. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number.4. At the F

3-48Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 34. Select Yes and press <Enter>. When BIOS update is done, press <ESC> to exit BIOS Updater. Restart yo

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-1Chapter 4Software support4If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the le

4-2Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.2.2 Obtaining the software manualsThe software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructi

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-3Chapter 44.3 Software informationMost of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you thr

4-4Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.2 TurboV EVOASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and relat

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-5Chapter 4Using Advanced ModeClick on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.Advanced modeCurrent valuesT

xivP8Z77-V PREMIUM specications summaryASUS unique featuresASUS EZ DIY- ASUS USB BIOS Flashback - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode- ASUS O.C. Tuner- ASUS C

4-6Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4CPU RatioAllows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio.• The rst time you use CPU Ratio, go to AI Tweaker >

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-7Chapter 4Auto TuningASUS TurboV EVO provides you with these two auto-tuning modes for the most exible auto-tuning options.• T

4-8Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful. Click OK to exit.Us

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-9Chapter 45. After the system has restarted, a message appears indicating that the auto-tuning process is successful. Click OK

4-10Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43Smart CPU Power Level - 35WCPU power usage is limited to 35W to achieve the best digital power saving mode.4O

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-11Chapter 42CPU Current CapabilityCPU Current Capability provides wider total power range for overclocking. A higher value setti

4-12Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4DRAM Power1234Application helpApplies all the changes immediatelyUndoes all the changes1DRAM Current Capabilit

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-13Chapter 4• Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU.• *Select From the Las

4-14Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.5 USB 3.0 BoostASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-15Chapter 44.3.6 USB BIOS Flashback WizardUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or

xvP8Z77-V PREMIUM specications summaryInternal I/O connectors 1 x 19-pin USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connect

4-16Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 42. After the utility detects a new BIOS rmware, save the BIOS rmware by clicking from the Save to eld, s

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-17Chapter 44.3.7 ASUS SSD Caching IIASUS SSD Caching II uses installed SSDs for multi-caching of frequently accessed data or ap

4-18Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 43. To cancel caching, click .• During initialization, you can proceed with doing any system operations. You

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-19Chapter 44.3.8 Ai Charger+This utility allows you to fast-charge your portable BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB

4-20Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.9 Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-21Chapter 44.3.10 Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a ti

4-22Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4Using History Record1. Click the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Record Interval a

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-23Chapter 44.3.11 ASUS UpdateASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windo

4-24Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 44.3.12 MyLogo2MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen du

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM4-25Chapter 45. Click Flash to update the boot logo.6. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. You will see the new boot

xviPackage contentsCheck your motherboard package for the following items.User ManualASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM motherboardUser manual Support DVD4 x Serial

4-26Chapter 4: Software supportChapter 4B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows® XP• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the AS

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM5-1Chapter 5RAID support55.1 RAID congurationsThe motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions:• Intel® Rapid Storage

5-2Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disksThe motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal perf

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM5-3Chapter 55.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utilityTo enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utili

5-4Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Creating a RAID setTo create a RAID set:1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and pres

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM5-5Chapter 55. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press <Space> to select. A small triangle marks the se

5-6Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Deleting a RAID setBe cautious when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM5-7Chapter 52. Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu.5.1.5 Marvell RAID utilityThe onboa

5-8Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 5Create a RAID Array1. Move the selection bar to HBA 0: Marvell 0 and press <Enter>.2. Select Congura

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM5-9Chapter 54. Use the up or down arrow key to move the selection bar and press <Enter> to congure further RAID settings.

xviiInstallation tools and components1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriverPC chassis Power supply unitIntel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatib

5-10Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 56. Press <F10>. The following warning message appears: Press <Y> to save the RAID setting and

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM5-11Chapter 55.2 Creating a RAID driver diskA oppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows® operating sy

5-12Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 55.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installationTo install the RAID driver in Windows® XP:1

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM5-13Chapter 55.2.4 Using a USB oppy disk driveDue to OS limitation, Windows® XP may not recognize the USB oppy disk drive when

5-14Chapter 5: RAID congurationsChapter 58. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorksta

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM6-1Chapter 6Multiple GPU support66.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technologyThe motherboard supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology that all

6-2Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cardsThe following pictures are for reference only. The graphics

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM6-3Chapter 65. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately.6. Co

6-4Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.1.5 Installing four CrossFireX™ graphics cards1. Prepare four CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Inse

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM6-5Chapter 66.1.6 Installing the device driversRefer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install th

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6-6Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 61Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD C

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM6-7Chapter 66.2 NVIDIA® SLI™ technologyThe motherboard supports the NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows

6-8Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 64. Align and rmly insert the SLI bridge connector to the goldngers on each graphics card. Ensure that th

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM6-9Chapter 66.2.4 Installing four SLI-ready graphics cards1. Prepare four SLI-ready graphics cards.2. Insert the four graphics

6-10Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 6B1. If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Screen Resolution.B2. From the S

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM6-11Chapter 6B3. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears.Enabling SLI settingsFrom the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Congu

6-12Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVPLucidLogix Virtu MVP allows your computer’s VGA output and discrete graphic cards

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM6-13Chapter 66.3.2 Setting up your displayLucidLogix Virtu MVP solution comes with two distinct modes that allows you to enjoy be

6-14Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 66.3.3 Conguring LucidLogix Virtu MVPLaunch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to congure the main

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM6-15Chapter 6Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFFClick to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFFPerformanceAllows you to turn ON/OFF the H

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-1Chapter 1Product introduction11.1 Special features1.1.1 Product highlightsLGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd/3rd Generation Core™

6-16Chapter 6: Multiple GPU supportChapter 6See the descriptions of these columns below:• D column allows you to run applications with the discrete g

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM7-1Chapter 7Intel® technologies77.1 Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologiesThis section details the overview of the insta

7-2Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 7SSD Capacity RequirementsSSD Partition Capacity RequirementsSystem DRAM2GB 4GB 8GBIntel® storage combination

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM7-3Chapter 77.1.1 Intel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses an

7-4Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 73. Select Disable Acceleration to disable this function, and select Change Mode to switch acceleration mode

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM7-5Chapter 73. Right click the New Volume that you want to shrink from, and select Shrink Volume.4. If your SSD is not initializ

7-6Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 76. To launch the disk partitioning tool, click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt too

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM7-7Chapter 7The Hibernation Partition does not appear when you choose “GPT (GUID Partition Table store type”. Ensure the “Unalloca

7-8Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 7Recovering the partitionThis procedure allows you to delete the Intel® Rapid Start Technology from your syst

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM7-9Chapter 77. In the desktop, click Start, right-click Computer, and click Manage.8. In the Computer Management window, click D

iiE7356First EditionApril 2012Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software d

1-2Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Intel® Smart Response TechnologyIntel® Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-frien

7-10Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 710. Click Next after selecting the default selected disk.11. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Fini

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM7-11Chapter 7Click to enable or disable the functionWhen the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period for Interne

7-12Chapter 7: Intel® technologiesChapter 74. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving. This sett

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUMA-1AppendicesAppendicesNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera

A-2AppendicesAppendicesIC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 o

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUMA-3AppendicesREACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory fram

A-4AppendicesAppendicesBluetooth Industry Canada StatementThis Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment re

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUMA-5AppendicesASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886

A-6AppendicesAppendicesEC Declaration of Conformity We, the undersigned, Manufacturer: ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-3Chapter 1CPU Power Wattage Cut in Half (With next generation Intel® VRD 12.5 future power technology)SMART DIGI+ Technology als

1-4Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1ASUS SSD Caching IIASUS SSD Caching II supports Marvell® HyperDuo Plus technology, allowing you to use SSDs

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-5Chapter 11.1.6 Other special featuresLucidLogix® Virtu™ MVPLucidLogix® Virtu™ MVP, with HyperFormance™ Technology, is designed

1-6Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2 Motherboard overview1.2.1 Before you proceedTake note of the following precautions before you install

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-7Chapter 1Refer to 1.2.9 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Layout contentsConnectors/Jumpers/Slots Page1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) 1-462.

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-9Chapter 11.2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel®

1-10Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Recommended memory congurations1.2.4 System memoryThe motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DD

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-11Chapter 1Memory congurationsYou may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.•

iiiContentsSafety information ... viiAbout this guid

1-12Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1P8Z77-V PREMIUM Motherboard Qualied Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2800(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. Si

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-13Chapter 1DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional

1-14Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 2133(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO.Timing VoltageDIMM socket suppor

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-15Chapter 1DDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optiona

1-16Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1866(O.C.) MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket suppo

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-17Chapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capability(continued on the next page)Vendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip NO. Timing VoltageDIMM s

1-18Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Op

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-19Chapter 1DDR3 1600 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 2

1-20Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip BrandChip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Op

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-21Chapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 2

iv2.2 BIOS update utility ... 2-142.2.1 USB BIOS Flashback ...

1-22Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (O

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-23Chapter 1DDR3 1333 MHz capabilityVendors Part No. SizeSS/DSChip Brand Chip No. Timing VoltageDIMM socket support (Optional)1 2

1-24Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.5 Expansion slotsUnplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so ma

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-25Chapter 1• We recommend that you provide sufcient power when running CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to t

1-26Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.6 Onboard buttons and switchesOnboard switches and buttons allow you to ne-tune performance when wor

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-27Chapter 13. MemOK! buttonInstalling DIMMs that are not compatible with the motherboard may cause system boot failure, and the

1-28Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 14. TPU switchEnable this switch to automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds.En

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-29Chapter 15. EPU switchEnable this switch to automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate the power

1-30Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 16. Clear CMOS buttonPress this button to clear the BIOS setup information only when the systems hangs due

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-31Chapter 11.2.7 Jumpers1. CPU / DRAM overvoltage setting (3-pin OV_CPU/DRAM) This jumper allows you to enable or disable the

vChapter 4: Software support 4-14.1 Installing an operating system ... 4-14.2 Suppor

1-32Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 11.2.8 Onboard LEDs1. POST State LEDsThe POST State LEDs provide the status of these key components durin

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-33Chapter 13. EPU LEDThe EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is enabled.4. Q-Code LEDsThe Q-Code LED design provides you wit

1-34Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Q-Code tableCode Description00 Not used01 Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).02 AP initialization

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-35Chapter 1Code Description5A Internal CPU error5B Reset PPI is not available5C – 5F Reserved for future AMI error codesE0 S3 R

1-36Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1Code Description71 PCH DXE SMM initialization is started72 PCH devices initialization73 – 77 PCH DXE Initi

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-37Chapter 1Code DescriptionAA Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)AB Setup Input WaitAC Reserved for ASL (see A

1-38Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1ACPI/ASL CheckpointsCode Description0x01 System is entering S1 sleep state0x02 System is entering S2 sleep

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-39Chapter 11.2.9 Internal connectors1. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])These connectors con

1-40Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 12. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_34/5 [blue])These connectors connect to Serial

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-41Chapter 13. Marvell® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_E12/E34 [navy blue])These connectors connect to Serial ATA

vi6.1.4 Installing three CrossFireX™ graphics cards ... 6-36.1.5 Installing four CrossFireX™ graphics cards ...

1-42Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 14. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12)This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies w

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-43Chapter 1Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!You can connect the front pane

1-44Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 17. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4)Connect the f

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-45Chapter 18. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module t

1-46Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with AT

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM1-47Chapter 1• System power LED (2-pin PLED)This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable

1-48Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 111. TPM connector (20-1 pin TPM)This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which sec

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-1Chapter 2Basic Installation22.1 Building your PC system2.1.1 Motherboard installation1The diagrams in this section are for re

2-2Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-3Chapter 23. Place nine screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis.3DO NOT overtighten

viiSafety informationElectrical safetyTo prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the

2-4Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.2 CPU installationThe LGA1156 CPU is not compatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU o

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-5Chapter 22.1.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installationApply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU befo

2-6Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly2ABBA1

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-7Chapter 2123To remove a DIMM2.1.4 DIMM installationBA

2-8Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.5 ATX Power connection12OR OR

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-9Chapter 22.1.6 SATA device connectionOR2OR1

2-10Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.7 Front I/O ConnectorTo install ASUS Q-ConnectorIDE_LEDPOWER SWRESET SWIDE_LED-IDE_LED+PWRResetGroundGroun

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-11Chapter 22.1.8 Expansion Card installationTo install PCIe x16 cardsTo install PCIe x1 cards

2-12Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.1.9 Wi-Fi GO! card installation Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0/3.0 + HSDisconnect the power supply uni

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-13Chapter 24. Attach the IO shield onto the computer chassis, and place the motherboard atly into the chassis. 5. Fasten the

viiiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the motherboard.How this guide is organizedThis g

2-14Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 22.2 BIOS update utility2.2.1 USB BIOS FlashbackUSB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS withou

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-15Chapter 22.3 Motherboard rear and audio connections2.3.1 Rear I/O connection*, ** and ***: Refer to the tables on the next

2-16Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2• Due to Intel® limitations, the USB3_3-34 ports run at USB 3.0 speed rate under Windows® 7 or later versions.

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-17Chapter 2*** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel congurationPort Headset 2-channel4-channel 6-channel 8-channelLight Blue Line In Lin

2-18Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2Connect to 2.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 4.1 channel SpeakersConnect to 5.1 channel Speakers

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM2-19Chapter 2Connect to 7.1 channel SpeakersWhen the DTS UltraPC II function is enabled, ensure to connect the rear speaker to the

2-20Chapter 2: Getting startedChapter 2BIOS Beep DescriptionOne short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboard detected One continuous

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-1Chapter 3BIOS setup33.1 Knowing BIOSThe new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unied Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architectu

3-2Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2 BIOS setup programUse the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or congure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navi

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-3Chapter 33.2.1 EZ ModeBy default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you a

ixConventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.DANG

3-4Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.2.2 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to congure the BIOS settin

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-5Chapter 3Menu itemsThe highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specic items for that menu. For example, selecting Main s

3-6Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 33.3 Main menuThe Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-7Chapter 3Administrator PasswordIf you have set an administrator password, we recommend that you enter the administrator passwor

3-8Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3To change a user password:1. Select the User Password item and press <Enter>.2. From the Enter Current Passwo

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-9Chapter 3Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto]Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequen

3-10Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 32-Core Ratio Limit [Auto]Allows you to set the 2-Core Ratio Limit.[Auto] Select to apply the CPU default Turbo Rati

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-11Chapter 3OC TunerOC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performa

3-12Chapter 3: BIOS setupChapter 3DRAM READ to PRE Time [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [4 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock]DRAM FOUR ACT WIN Time [Aut

ASUS P8Z77-V PREMIUM3-13Chapter 3tWW (DR) [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [0 DRAM Clock] – [7 DRAM Clock]tWWSR [Auto]Conguration options: [Auto] [