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Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
Contents Safety information ... vi About this guide ... vii P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary ... ix Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ... 1-1 Package contents ... 1-1 Special features ... 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights ... 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with Smart DIGI+ ... 1-4 1.3.3...
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Network Stack ... 3-26 Monitor menu ... 3-27 Boot menu ... 3-30 Tools menu ... 3-32 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ... 3-32 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ... 3-32 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information ... 3-33 Exit menu ... 3-34 3.10...
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Contents 4.3.8 Ai Charger+ ... 4-16 4.3.9 USB Charger+ ... 4-17 4.3.10 USB 3.0 Boost ... 4-19 4.3.11 Network iControl ... 4-20 4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard ... 4-24 4.3.13 MyLogo2 ... 4-26 4.3.14 Audio configurations ... 4-28 Introduction to Intel 4.4.1 System Requirements for Intel technologies ...
Safety information Electrical safety • To 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. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.
P8Z77-V LE PLUS specifications summary LGA1155 socket for Intel Core™ i3 / Pentium Supports 22nm / 32nm CPU Supports Intel * The Intel types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel Chipset Intel Z77 Express Chipset ® Memory 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory...
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Intel ® - 10 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at back panel) ASMedia USB 3.0 controllers - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode - 2 x USB 3.0 ports at the back panel (blue) * The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows...
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- Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard - ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use - ASUS USB Charger+ featuring quick-charging function for all smart...
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ATX Form Factor, 12”x 9.6” (30.5cm x 24.4cm) * Specifications are subject to change without notice. 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...
Thank you for buying an ASUS The motherboard delivers a host of new features and latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it, check the items in your package with the list below.
Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel - 6 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. The P8Z77-V LE PLUS affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity.
Z77 Express chipset natively supports the next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) ® interface, delivering up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. ASUS provides extra SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports with enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, and double the bandwidth of current bus systems.
12.5 power design, ASUS once again leaps to the future of innovation. The Ultimate Turbo Processor Unleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and TurboV functions.
ASUS TurboV Easy, Real-Time O.C. Tunings Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O.C.
AI Suite II One-stop Access to Innovative ASUS Features With its user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to use functions, with no need to switch back and forth between different utilities.
ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Q-Slot is designed to speed up and simplify the DIY process to enhance your DIY experience.
The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy- efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.
• • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Chapter 2 Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
SPDIF_OUT AAFP Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 24.4cm(9.6in) CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 EPU_LED TPU_LED DIGI+ Lithium Cell P8Z77-V LE PLUS PCIEX16_1 PCI1 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 64Mb 1083 BIOS PCIEX16_3...
System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) BIOS Flashback button (BIOS_FLBK) USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB3~10) Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Page 2-25 2-27 2-21 2-18...
Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.
A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability.
For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No.
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P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2250MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Kingston KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) * The memory modules in 2250MHz and above are supported on Intel by this motherboard; however, the actual frequency support varies depending on the O.C. margin of the installed CPU.
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P8Z77-V LE PLUS Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR31866MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS CORSAIR CMT6GX3MA1866C9(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 8GB(2 x 4GB) DS G.SKILL F3-14900CL9D- 8GB(2 x 4GB) DS 8GBXL(XMP) G.SKILL...
PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) PCI Express operating mode VGA configuration PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 Single VGA/PCIe card (Recommend for single VGA) Dual VGA/PCIe card ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 2-13...
• In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (navy blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • In CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance.
P8Z77-V LE PLUS (Default) P8Z77-V LE PLUS Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 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.
BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. 2-16 OS environment. ®...
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Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS TPU Boost switch • To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off.
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EPU switch This switch allows you to enable or disable the EPU function. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost switch To ensure system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. • The EPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable.
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P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback switch Download the USB BIOS Flashback wizard from the ASUS service website (www.asus. com). Save it to a USB portable disk, and place it in the root directory. Plug the USB flash drive into the bottom port of ESATA6G_USB3_12 connector in back I/O.
The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Onboard LED DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved.
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BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is enabled. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Flashback LED EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS EPU Boost LED TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable.
Intel chipset. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID].
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Intel chipset. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Intel SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [RAID].
HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
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S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) 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.
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USB 3.0 solution. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS USB3.0 front panel connector • You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. • Due to Intel operating system.
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The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS SATA6G_E1 SATA 6.0 Gb/s connector...
System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS System panel connector • 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.
Intel LGA 1155 CPU DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit Intel LGA1155 compatible CPU Fan...
2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2-32 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. Chapter 2: Hardware information...
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To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-33...
2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-35...
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P8Z77-V LE PLUS DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install the system panel connector To install USB 2.0 Connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-39...
ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS ASMedia USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode Intel USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. Bottom port supports USB BIOS Flashback and USB Charger+...
• This motherboard comes with multiple VGA output that features desktop extension on two monitors. You can connect two monitors to any two of the onboard VGA, DVI-D, HDMI, and DisplayPort ports. • DVI-D cannot be converted to output RGB signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I.
2.3.11 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2-43...
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BIOS setting. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds lets the system enter the soft-off mode regardless of the BIOS setting. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Description VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled...
Chapter 3: Knowing BIOS The ASUS UEFI BIOS offers a user-friendly interface that goes beyond traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily navigate the UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system.
Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed UEFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode P8Z77-V LE PLUS BIOS Version : 0306 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Monday [9/13/2010] Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz)
Boot For changing the system boot configuration Tool For configuring options for special functions Exit For selecting the exit options and loading default settings ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Configuration fields Advanced Monitor Boot Enabled/Disabled the Marvell Storage Enabled Controller.
Menu items The highlighted item on the menu bar displays the specific items for that menu. For example, selecting Main shows the Main menu items. The other items (Ai Tweaker, Advanced, Monitor, Boot, Tool, and Exit) on the menu bar have their respective menu items.
RTC RAM. The Administrator or User Password items on top of the screen show the default • Not Installed. After you set a password, these items show Installed. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Advanced Monitor Boot Choose the system default language...
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 fields in the BIOS setup program. To set an administrator password: Select the Administrator Password item and press <Enter>.
Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard. Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS...
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This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner item to [X.M.P.] and allows you to select the X.M.P. mode supported by your memory module. Configuration options: [Profile #1] [ Profile #2] ASUS MultiCore Enhancement [Enabled] [Enabled] Select this option for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User define memory frequency mode.
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Saving Mode] [Medium Power Saving Mode] [Max Power Saving Mode] OC Tuner OC Tuner automatically overclocks the frequency and voltage of CPU and DRAM for enhancing the system performance. Configuration options: [OK] [Cancel] ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR3-800MHz]...
DRAM Timing Control The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the DRAM timing control features. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key. Changing the values in this menu may cause the system to become unstable! If this happens, revert to the default settings.
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DIGI + VRM Duty control adjusts the current and thermal conditions of every component’s phase. Configuration options: [T. Probe] - Select to maintain the VRM thermal balance. [Extreme] - Select to maintain the current VRM balance. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-11...
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CPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to configure the total power range, and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] [140%] Choose a higher value when overclocking, or under a high CPU loading for extra power support.
Allows you to set the DRAM Power Phase Control. Configuration options: [Auto] [Optimized] [Extreme]. [Auto] Allows you to set the Auto mode. [Optimized] Allows you to set the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Allows you to set the full phase mode. CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage.
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iGPU Manual Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to [Manual Mode] and allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval. DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage.
> System Agent Configuration > USB Configuration > Onboard Devices Configuration > APM > Network Stack Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Advanced Monitor Boot CPU Configuration Parameters →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt.
3.5.1 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items shown in this screen may be different due to the CPU you installed. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Ai Tweaker Main Back Advanced\...
Allows you to enable or disable the CPU C1E. [Auto] Set this item automatically. [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS SpeedStep Technology (EIST). ® 3-17...
CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. [Auto] Set this item automatically. [Enabled] Enables the C3 report function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function.
S3 entry. Key in the desired value using the numeric keypad. Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology ISCT Configuration [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the ISCT configuration. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-19...
3.5.3 SATA Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of SATA devices. The SATA Port items show Not Present if no SATA device is installed to the corresponding SATA port. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Ai Tweaker Main Back Advanced\...
Allows you to set the PCIE x16_1 link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] PCIE x16_2 [Auto] Allows you to set the PCIE x16_2 link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Advanced Monitor Boot Enable or disable memory remap above...
3.5.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Ai Tweaker Back Advanced\ USB Configuration > USB Configuration USB Devices: 1 Keyboard, 1 Mouse, 2 Hubs Legacy USB Support Legacy USB3.0 Support Intel xHCI Mode EHCI Hand-off...
PCIe X16_3 slot runs at X2 mode with all slots enabled. [X4 mode] PCIe X16_3 slot runs at X4 mode for high performance support. (PCIe X1_1, PCIe X1_2 slots are disabled.) ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Advanced Monitor Boot Enabled/Disabled Azalia HD Audio...
Marvell Storage Controller [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Marvell Storage Controller. [Disabled] Disables the Marvell storage controller. [Enabled] Enables the Marvell storage controller. Marvell Storage OPROM [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Marvell Storage OPROM. [Enabled] Enables the Marvell Storage OPROM.
RTC alarm time (days). When you set the time to zero, the RTC alarms everyday. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the time. - Hour / - Mimute / - Second Allows you to set the RTC alarm time. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the time. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Advanced Monitor Boot...
3.5.8 Network Stack UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ Network Stack > Network Stack Disable Link Enable/Disable UEFI network stack Network Stack [Disable Link] Enables or disables the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enabled] Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Network Stack item to [Enabled].
Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-27...
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CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxx�C/xxx�F] 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. CPU Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] Chassis Fan 1/2/3 Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM).
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0% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 3-29...
[Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Disabled] and allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report.
• To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, do any of the following: - Press <F5>...
> ASUS SPD Information 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, refer to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. 3.8.2 ASUS O.C.
BIOS version. 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [DIMM_A1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot. Configuration options: [DIMM_A1] [DIMM_A2] [DIMM_B1 [DIMM_B2] ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Key in the profile 3-33...
Load Optimized Defaults Save Changes & Reset Discard Changes & Exit ASUS EZ Mode Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update or BIOS Updater utilities. 3.10.1 ASUS Update utility The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: ®...
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIOS...
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 configuration. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS...
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 floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Before you start using this utility, download the latest BIOS from the ASUS website at www.asus.com.
3.10.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file.
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 file that you can use as a backup when the BIOS fails or gets corrupted during the updating process.
Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit BIOS menu. See Chaper 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Update ROM BOARD: Unknown VER:...
The contents of the support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. 4.2.1 Running the support DVD Place the support DVD into the optical drive.
The software manual files are in Portable Document Format (PDF). Install the Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Utilities menu before opening the files. ® Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears.
4.3.1 AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II on your computer Place the support DVD to the optical drive.
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool > TurboV EVO on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration.
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Adjust the iGPU Max Frequency and iGPU Voltage. Click Yes to make the change takes effect. GPU Boost Target values Current values Click to restore all start-up settings ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying Applies all changes immediately Adjustment bars...
The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration.
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Click Stop if you want to cancel the Overclocking process. TurboV automatically adjusts and saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS...
4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control DIGI+ PowerControl allows you to adjust the VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability. It also provides profile settings to achieve the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to prolong component lifespan, and minimize power loss. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ Power Control by clicking Tool >...
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A higher value setting gets higher VRM power consumption delivery. CPU Voltage Frequency Switching frequency will affect the VRM transient response and component thermal. Higher frequency gets quicker transient response. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Application aids Apply all changes immediately...
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Function no. Function description iGPU Load-line Calibration Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specifications, and affects the iGPU voltage. The iGPU working voltage decreases proportionally to integrated graphics loading. A higher value can get a higher iGPU voltage, and a good performance, but decreases the CPU and VRM thermal conditions.
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OC Range. DRAM Power Phase Control Select Extreme for full phase mode to increase system performance or select Optimized for ASUS optimized phase tuning profile to increase DRAM power efficiency. • The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification.
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.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-12...
• User: Allows you to configure the CPU fan profile under certain limitations. • Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Click to select a fan profile...
Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-14 Loads the default Applies your...
To track the recorded contents, set Type/ Date/ Select display items to display the history details. 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-15...
4.3.8 Ai Charger+ Battery Charging Version 1.1 (BC 1.1), a USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) certified USB charging function, is designed to make USB charging faster than the standard USB devices. If your USB device supports the BC 1.1 function*, when you connect your USB device to your system, the system automatically detects your USB device and starts a fast USB charging.
Click the dropdown box, and select a proper charge mode when your PC is off, in Sleep Mode, or Hibernate Mode. Disable: disables the USB fast-charging function. • ASUS: fast-charges your connected ASUS devices. • Apple: fast-charges your connected Apple devices. •...
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Setting up the charging function When a portable device is connected to the USB port of the PC, the USB Charger+ automatically detects the kind of your device. Charging the device Click to fast-charge your device. Indicates that the portable device is in charging mode Clicking the...
4.3.10 USB 3.0 Boost The ASUS exclusive USB 3.0 Boost provides speed boost for USB 3.0 devices and the up-to-date support of USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP). With USB 3.0 Boost, you can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.0 devices with ease.
4.3.11 Network iControl ASUS Network iControl, a one-stop setup network control center that gives you the EZ Start, Quick Connection, and EZ Profile functions, makes it easier for you to manage your network bandwidth. It also allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience.
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Click the Options tab, and deselect Prompt for name and password, certificate, etc. Click OK to complete the auto PPPoE connection settings. • You only need to configure the PPPoE connection settings once. • Obtain the necessary information about your PPPoE connection from your network provider. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-21...
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Configuring the Quick Connection To configure the auto-PPPoE connection: Click the Quick Connection tab. Tick Automatically connect online anytime option, then select the connection name in the Connection Name dropdown box. Click Apply to enable PPPoE automatic network connection. You can also enable the No Delay TCP function to help improve the network performance. Click to select Connection Name 4-22 Tick to set the auto...
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Select a program, and click to edit your network profile ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS to create your profile. Click to save, or rename your profile settings Information pane of currently running programs 4-23...
USB BIOS Flashback Wizard This utility allows you to check and save the latest BIOS version to a USB storage device. With ASUS USB BIOS Flashback hardware feature, the system BIOS is conveniently updated without booting your system. Sets the schedule...
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After the download is complete, click OK. After you download the BIOS file to your flash drive, you can update the motherboard’s BIOS. Refer to BIOS_FLBK switch section in 2.2.6 Onboard Switches for details. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS P8Z77-V LE 4-25...
Power-On-Self-Tests (POST). Personalize your computer from the very beginning! Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch MyLogo by clicking Update> MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
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Click on Flash to start updating the image to the boot logo. Click on Yes to reboot or you can also see the new logo next time you restart your computer. The fullscreen logo application in BIOS utility must be enabled for MyLogo to take effect. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-27...
B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP Configuration options Control settings window Information button Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. 4-28 proprietary UAJ ® Audio Driver from the support DVD that ®...
To enable Intel Rapid Start Technology, DRAM size smaller than 8GB is ® required. Ensure to enable the acceleration of Intel creating the partition for the Intel ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 2012 Desktop ® 2012 Desktop ® 2012 Desktop responsiveness, you must ®...
SSD and HDD at the same time. Maximized mode: WRITE BACK, write to SSD and write back to HDD in a later time. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Smart Response Technology, setting the SATA Mode BIOS item to Rapid Storage Technology Driver software. ® 4-31...
Select Disable Acceleration to disable this function, and select Change Mode to switch acceleration mode to Enhanced/ Maximized. • To enable Intel a HDD, and only one SSD can be assigned for caching. • If you want to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM > Acceleration Options and remove the Disks/Volume Acceleration to disable Intel Refer to Chapter 4, section Installing Serial ATA hard disk for the entry of BIOS Option ROM.
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Go to Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System, and check the DRAM size information. The unallocated volume is allocated to the selected disk. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Smart Response to allow enough capacity for the ® ® 4-33...
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To launch the disk partitioning tool, click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt tool. Type diskpart and press Enter. In the diskpart prompt, type list disk after DISKPART, and press Enter. Select the disk with the unallocated volume by typing select disk x (x = disk number), and press Enter .
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Technology. Click the Show hidden icons arrow from the right side of the task bar, and click Intel Technology Manager icon. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Rapid Start Technology is incomplete if the computer is not rebooted, Rapid Start Technology. ®...
Tick On in the Status field to enable the function, and click Save. Click to enable or disable battery saving mode. This function only applies to notebooks. Click to enable or disable the timer. When enabled, move the scroll bar to the desired time. When the system is idle for more than the time period you set, the system automatically goes into the Intel Default time is 10 minutes.
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In the desktop, click Start, right-click Computer, and click Manage. In the Computer Management window, click Disk Management, right click the shrinked new volume, and select Extend Volume. As the Extend Volume Wizard appears, click Next. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-37...
Click Next after selecting the default selected disk. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Finish to recover the Intel Technology partition. Reboot the system after deleting the partition. Go to Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features > to remove the Intel Rapid Start Manager for the complete deletion of Intel ®...
Click to enable or disable the function When the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period for Internet data update. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Smart Connect ® Smart Connect ® Smart Connect Technology. ® Click to view version...
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To disable the updating function, click Disable Updating. Clicking this button automatically disables the configuration in the Advanced tab. To reset to defaults, click Reset All to Defaults. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving.
With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing drive and three new drives for this setup. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS XP Service Pack 3 or Windows ®...
4.5.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. For optimal performance, install identical drives of the same model and capacity when creating a disk array. To install the SATA hard disks for a RAID configuration: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays.
ST3160812AS 9LS0F4HL ST3160812AS 3LS0JYL8 ST3160812AS 9LS0BJ5H Select 2 to 6 disks to use in creating the volume. [ ↑↓ ]-Prev/Next [SPACE]-SelectDisk [ENTER]-Done ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS All Rights Reserved. CREATE VOLUME MENU Name: Volume0 RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe) Disks: Select Disks...
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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. 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>.
From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit, and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS All Rights Reserved. DELETE VOLUME MENU Drives...
Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows on a hard disk drive that is included in a RAID set. • The motherboard does not provide a floppy drive connector. You have to use a USB floppy disk drive when creating a SATA RAID driver disk.
Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the installation. Before loading the RAID driver from a USB flash drive, you have to use another computer to copy the RAID driver from the support DVD to the USB flash drive. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS ® 7 or later OS: ®...
4.6.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, Windows install the RAID driver from a floppy disk during the OS installation. To solve this issue, add the USB floppy disk drive’s Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) to the floppy disk containing the RAID driver.
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= “USB\VID_xxxx&PID_xxxx”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_1C02&CC_0106”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] id= “PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_2822&CC_0104”,”iaStor” id= “USB\VID_03EE&PID_6901”, “usbstor” Add the same line to both sections. The VID and PID vary with different vendors. Save and exit the file. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 4-49...
For Windows 7, go to Control Panel > Programs and Features. Select your current graphics card driver/s. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. For Windows 7, select Uninstall. Turn off your computer. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS Chapter 5 CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install ® Multiple GPU technology support certified.
5.1.3 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. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots.
From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. Select Enable CrossFireX. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS CrossFireX™ technology ® desktop and select ® CrossFireX™...
NVIDIA The motherboard supports the NVIDIA allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.2.1 Requirements • In SLI mode, you should have two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA certified.
You can launch the NVIDIA Control Panel by the following two methods. Right click on the empty space of the Windows and select NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears (See Step B5). ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS SLI bridge SLI™ technology ®...
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If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...
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Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Set SLI Configuration. Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS...
Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP To install LucidLogix Virtu MVP: Insert the support DVD in the optical drive. The ASUS Support Wizard appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. Click the Utilites tab, then click LucidLogix Virtu MVP Software.
3D gaming performance. i-Mode (VGA output from motherboard) The motherboard’s IO ports and discrete graphic card is for reference only and may vary in different models. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS d-Mode (VGA output from discrete graphics card)
5.3.3 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP Launch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to configure the main features, adjust the performance settings and select applications for graphical virtualization. To open the control panel, right-click LucidLogix Virtu MVP icon in the notification area and select Open Virtu MVP Control Panel.
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Performance Allows you to turn ON/OFF the Hyperformance or Virtual Vsync function. ® Click to turn Hyperformance® ON or OFF Click to turn Virtual Vsync ON or OFF ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS 5-11...
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Applications Allows you to select applications for graphic virtualization. Click to select a program to run by discrete card, iGPU, or Hyperformance Click to add, edit, or remove programs See the descriptions of these columns below: • D column allows you to run applications with the discrete graphic card. Select D to enable 3D graphical performance for that application.
: (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil. ASUS P8Z77-V LE PLUS...
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different...
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