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  • Page 1 P8Z77-I DELUXE...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ... vi About this guide ... vii P8Z77-I DELUXE 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 2 with DIGI+ VRM ... 1-3 1.3.3...
  • Page 4 USB Configuration ... 3-22 Onboard Devices Configuration ... 3-23 APM ... 3-25 Network Stack ... 3-25 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ... 3-31 ASUS O.C. Profile ... 3-31 ASUS SPD Information ... 3-32 ASUS Update utility... 3-34 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ... 3-37 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility...
  • Page 5 Wi-Fi GO! ... 4-16 4.3.11 USB Charger+ ... 4-29 4.3.12 USB BIOS Flashback Wizard... 4-31 4.3.13 Network iControl... 4-33 4.3.14 ASUS Update ... 4-36 4.3.15 MyLogo2 ... 4-37 4.3.16 Audio configurations... 4-39 Introduction to Intel 4.4.1 System Requirements for Intel technologies ...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    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.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    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.

  • Page 9: P8Z77-I Deluxe Specifications Summary

    LGA1155 socket for Intel processors Supports 22nm / 32nm CPU Supports Intel * The Intel ® ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel Chipset Intel Z77 Express Chipset ® Memory 2 x DIMMs, max. 16GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)* / 2200(O.C.)*/2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) /...
  • Page 10 - ASUS Fanless Design: Heatsink solution - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY: - ASUS USB BIOS Flashback with USB BIOS Flashback Wizard for EZ BIOS download scheduling - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS O.C. Tuner...
  • Page 11 BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    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.

  • Page 14: Special Features

    Complete USB 3.0 Integration Double USB Access, Double Convenience ASUS facilitates the 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.

  • Page 15: Dual Intelligent Processors 2 With Digi+ Vrm

    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. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies and ratios for optimized performance in diverse situations.

  • Page 16: Asus Exclusive Features

    Ai Charger+ ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to a new level of USB3.0 fast charging experience. With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can not only easily charge iPod, iPhone and iPad, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast as before.

  • Page 17: Ai Suite Ii

    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, and even interact with mobile devices via Wi-Fi.

  • Page 18: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI). 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. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 19: Other Special Features

    Symmetry mode improves the balance of perceived loudness across different input sources, and enhances boost audio quality through high hand low frequency equalization. With these technologies, users experience better home theater audio with ease. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE...

  • Page 20: Dts Connect

    The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement 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.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    • • • • ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 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.

  • Page 22: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout CON3 CON123 USB1-4 CHA_FAN SPDIFO _HDMI 1442 CPU_FAN 1042 MemOK! LAN_USB3_E12 WG82579V USB56 ESATA3G12 _USB3 FLBK_LED USB78 CLR_CMOS_BFLASH CLRTC AUDIO 898-GR AAFP Refer to 2.2.7 Internal connectors and 2.3.12 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 17cm(6.7in) DIGI +VRM...

  • Page 23: Layout Contents

    USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) DRAM LED MemOK! switch ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Page 2-24 2-25 2-17 2-25 2-26...

  • Page 24: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    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.

  • Page 25: System Memory

    The motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. 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-I DELUXE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE...

  • Page 26: Memory Configurations

    3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory frequency adjustment. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. CORSAIR...
  • Page 27 P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2225(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size KHX2250C9D3T1K2/ Kingston 4GB(2x 2GB) 4GX(XMP) * The 2225MHz memory modules above are supported by this motherboard; however, the actual frequency support varied depending on the O.C. margin of the installed CPU.
  • Page 28 P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000(O.C.) MHz capability Vendors Part No. Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) CORSAIR CMZ4GX3M2A2000C10(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) SS - CORSAIR CMT6GX3M3A2000C8(XMP) G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBFLS(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - G.SKILL F3-16000CL9D-4GBTD(XMP) G.SKILL F3-16000CL6T-6GBPIS(XMP) 6GB (3x 2GB ) DS -...
  • Page 29 P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size A-DATA AM2U16BC2P1 A-DATA AD31600E001GM(O)U3K 3GB(3 x 1GB) A-DATA AX3U1600XB2G79-2X(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) A-DATA AM2U16BC4P2 A-DATA AX3U1600GC4G9-2G(XMP) 8GB(2 x 4GB) A-DATA AX3U1600XC4G79-2X(XMP) 8GB(2 x 4GB) CORSAIR...
  • Page 30 P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. Super Talent WA160UX6G9 Transcend JM1600KLN-8GK Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) Asint SLA302G08-EGG1C(XMP) Asint SLA302G08-EGJ1C(XMP) Elixir M2P2G64CB8HC9N-DG(XMP) Mushkin 998659(XMP) Mushkin 998659(XMP) PATRIOT PGS34G1600LLKA SanMax SMD-4G68HP-16KZ P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
  • Page 31 P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size GEIL GV32GB1333C9DC 2GB(2 x 1GB) DS GEIL GG34GB1333C9DC 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS GEIL GV34GB1333C9DC 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS GEIL GVP34GB1333C7DC 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS Hynix...
  • Page 32 P8Z77-I DELUXE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. Transcend TS256MLK64V3U Century PC3-10600 DDR3-1333 9-9-9 Elixir M2F2G64CB88B7N-CG Elixir M2F2G64CB88D7N-CG Elixir M2F2G64CB88G7N-CG Elixir M2F4G64CB8HB5N-CG Elixir M2F4G64CB8HD5N-CG KINGSHARE KSRPCD313332G KINGSTEK KSTD3PC-10600 Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-10666 Kingtiger...
  • Page 33 • Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. Load the X.M.P. or D.O.C.P. settings in the BIOS for the hyper DIMM support. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 2-13...

  • Page 34: Expansion Slot

    2.2.4 Expansion slot Ensure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (x16) • The PCIe 3.0 speed is supported by Intel 2-14 ®...

  • Page 35: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    SMBUS Controller Thermal Controller EHCI #0 – EHCI #1 shared PCIE x16 shared shared shared shared ASMedia USB 3.0 shared shared shared shared Intel 82579V LAN – ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE – – shared – – – shared – – shared –...

  • Page 36: Onboard Switches

    BIOS default settings. A messgae 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 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 37 For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. P8Z77-I DELUXE TPU Boost switch • The TPU LED near the TPU switch lights when the switch setting is turned to Enable.

  • Page 38: Onboard Leds

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P8Z77-I DELUXE Onboard LED TPU LED The TPU LED lights when the TPU switch is turned to Enable. P8Z77-I DELUXE TPU Boost LED 2-18 SB_PWR Standby Power Powered Off...
  • Page 39 BIOS_FLBK LED The BIOS_FLBK LED lights when the BIOS-FLBK function is enabled. P8Z77-I DELUXE FLBK 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.

  • Page 40: Internal Connectors

    If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel chipset. P8Z77-I DELUXE SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].
  • Page 41 ® configuration with the Intel chipset. P8Z77-I DELUXE SATA 3.0Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI Mode] by default. If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors, set the SATA Mode item in the BIOS to [RAID Mode].

  • Page 42: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    5Gbps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. P8Z77-I DELUXE USB3.0 Front panel connector Due to Intel limitations, the USB3_34 only support Windows ®...

  • Page 43: Digital Audio/Chassis Intrusion Connector

    Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. P8Z77-I DELUXE Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch.

  • Page 44: Front Panel Audio Connector

    The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. • The CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard.
  • Page 45 • 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. Speaker connector (4- pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin connector is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

  • Page 46: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. The ASUS Q-Cable allows you to easily connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables even when you have already installed the components and installed the motherboard to the chassis.

  • Page 47: Jumper

    The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. P8Z77-I DELUXE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

  • Page 48: Building Your Computer System

    Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws PC chassis 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. 2-28 Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit...

  • Page 49: Cpu Installation

    2.3.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 2-29...
  • Page 50 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-30...

  • Page 51: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.3.3 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. 2-31...
  • Page 52 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-32...

  • Page 53: Dimm Installation

    2.3.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 2-33...

  • Page 54: Motherboard Installation

    2.3.5 Motherboard installation To install the P8Z77-I DELUXE into a chassis: Locate and remove the two screws near the Vcore card on the motherboard using a screw driver.. The screws secure the heatsink to the Vore card. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’s rear I/O panel.
  • Page 55 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 2-35...

  • Page 56: Atx Power Connection

    2.3.6 ATX Power connection Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-36...

  • Page 57: Sata Device Connection

    2.3.7 SATA device connection ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 2-37...

  • Page 58: Front I/O Connector

    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install front panel Connector (or Q-Cable) To install USB 2.0 Connector USB 2.0 To install USB 3.0 Connector USB 3.0 2-38 To install front panel audio connector AAFP Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 59: Expansion Card Installation

    2.3.9 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 2-39...

  • Page 60: Usb Bios Flashback

    BIOS is automatically flashed using standby power. Worry-free overclocking for the ultimate convenience! Download the BIOS Flashback program 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 to the USB3.0 port (marked in red) on the rear I/O panel.

  • Page 61: Rear Panel Connection

    2.3.11 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors 1. USB 2.0 ports 1-4 2. Optical S/PDIF Out port ASUS Wi-Fi GO! card (Wi-Fi 802.11 and Bluetooth v4.0/30.+HS)* 4. Intel LAN (RJ-45) port** ® 5. Intel USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2, support ®...
  • Page 62 We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices. ASUS Wi-Fi GO! card automatically sets itself to the country's available Wi-Fi channels. ** LAN ports LED indications...

  • Page 63: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.12 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-I DELUXE 2-43...
  • Page 64 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-44...

  • Page 65: Starting Up For The First Time

    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-I DELUXE Description VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled...
  • Page 66 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-46...

  • Page 67: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    Chapter 3: Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. Users can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as their operating system.

  • Page 68: Ez Mode

    Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed UEFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode P8Z77-I DELUXE BIOS Version : 0224 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU 0 @ 3.10GHz Monday [12/01/2012] Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1333MHz)

  • Page 69: Advanced Mode

    Monitor fan settings. 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-I DELUXE Configuration fields Advanced Monitor Boot Enabled/Disabled Bluetooth Controller Enabled SPDIF...

  • Page 70: Menu Items

    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.

  • Page 71: Main Menu

    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-I DELUXE Advanced Monitor Boot...

  • Page 72: Administrator Password

    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>.

  • Page 73: Ai Tweaker Menu

    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-I DELUXE...
  • Page 74 This item appears only when you set the Ai Overclock 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] Sets to [Enabled] for maximum performance under XMP/Manual/User- defined memory frequency mode.

  • Page 75: Dram Timing Control

    Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# PRE Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM RAS# ACT Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [255 DRAM Clock] ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE...
  • Page 76 DRAM COMMAND Mode [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] [2 DRAM Clock] [3 DRAM Clock] Secondary Timings DRAM RAS# to RAS# Delay [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [15 DRAM Clock] DRAM REF Cycle Time [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] – [511 DRAM Clock] DRAM Refresh Interval [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [1 DRAM Clock] –...
  • Page 77 Channel B DIMM Control [Enable Both DIMMS] Configuration options: [Enable Both DIMMS] [Disable DIMM0] [Disable DIMM1] [Disable Both DIMMS] DRAM Read Additional Swizzle [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] DRAM Write Additional Swizzle [Auto] Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 3-11...

  • Page 78: Cpu Power Management

    CPU Power Management The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel [Disabled] Disables this function.
  • Page 79 Apply a higher value for an extreme overclocking. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU configuration. iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to set the iGPU Load-line Calibration. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 3-13...

  • Page 80: Cpu Offset Mode Sign

    iGPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the iGPU Current Capability. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] DO NOT remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . The thermal conditions should be monitored. CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage.
  • Page 81 Allows you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.10V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Yellow Pink 1.045V–1.09V 1.095V–1.14V 0.105V–0.15V 1.58V–1.65V 1.655V–1.725V 0.975V–1.015V...

  • Page 82: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu The Advanced menu items allow you to change the settings for the CPU and other system devices. Be cautious when changing the settings of the Advanced menu items. Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Ai Tweaker Main >...

  • Page 83: Cpu Configuration

    Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. The configuration options vary with the CPU types. Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 3-17...

  • Page 84: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    Execute Disable Bit [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the No-Execution Page Protection Technology. [Disabled] Forces the XD feature flag to always return to zero (0). Intel Virtualization Technology [Disabled] ® [Enabled] Allows a hardware platform to run multiple operating systems separately and simultaneously, enabling one system to virtually function as several systems.

  • Page 85: Pch Configuration

    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-I DELUXE Advanced Monitor Boot Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer.

  • Page 86: Sata Configuration

    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\...

  • Page 87: System Agent Configuration

    NB PCIe Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. PCIEX16 Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to configure the PCIEX16 speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Advanced Monitor Boot IvyBridge Enable or disable memory remap above 4GB.

  • Page 88: Usb Configuration

    3.5.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Ai Tweaker Main Back Advanced\ USB Configuration > USB Configuration USB Devices: 1 Keyboard, 2 Hubs Legacy USB Support Legacy USB3.0 Support Intel xHCI Mode EHCI Hand-off...

  • Page 89: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Sets to [SPDIF] for SPDIF audio output. [HDMI] Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. Wi-Fi Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard Wi-Fi controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Advanced Monitor Boot Enabled/Disabled Azalia HD Audio Enabled SPDIF Enabled...
  • Page 90 Bluetooth Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the onboard bluetooth controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. ASmedia USB 3.0 Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the USB 3.0 controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. ASmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support [Disabled] This item appears only when you set the previous item to [Enabled] and allows you to enable or disable the ASmedia USB 3.0 Battery Charging Support.

  • Page 91: Apm

    Network Stack > Network Stack Network Stack [Disable Link] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enable] ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Advanced Monitor Boot Disabled Allow BIOS to switch off some power...

  • Page 92: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Ai Tweaker CPU Temperature MB Temperature CPU Fan Speed Chassis Fan Speed CPU Voltage 3.3V Voltage 5V Voltage 12V Voltage CPU Q-Fan Control...
  • Page 93 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 20ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 3-27...
  • Page 94 Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed. Configuration options: [Ignore] [200 RPM] [300 RPM] [400 RPM] [500 RPM] [600 RPM] Chassis Fan Profile [Standard] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to set the appropriate performance level of the chassis fan.

  • Page 95: Boot Menu

    Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Wait For ‘F1’ If Error [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The system waits for the <F1>...

  • Page 96: Boot Option Priorities

    • 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>...

  • Page 97: Tools Menu

    3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press <Enter>, a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press <Enter> to confirm your choice.

  • Page 98: Asus Spd Information

    ASUS SPD Information Allows you to view the DRAM SPD information. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Ai Tweaker Back Tool\ ASUS SPD Information > DIMM Slot # Manufacturer Module Size Maximum Bandwidth Part Number Serial Number Product Week/Year SPD Ext.

  • Page 99: Exit Menu

    This option allows you to enter the EZ Mode screen. Launch EFI Shell from filesystem device This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application (shellx64.efi) from one of the available filesystem devices. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 3-33...

  • Page 100: Updating Bios

    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: ®...

  • Page 101: Updating The Bios Through The Internet

    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 downgradable function, check the checkbox before the item.

  • Page 102: Updating The Bios Through A Bios File

    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. 3-36 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...

  • Page 103: Asus Ez Flash 2 Utility

    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.

  • Page 104: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    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.

  • Page 105: Asus Bios Updater

    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.

  • Page 106: Updating The Bios File

    At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press <Enter>. D:\>bupdater /pc /g The BIOS Updater screen appears as below. ASUSTek BIOS Updater for DOS V1.30 [2012/12/22] FLASH TYPE: MX1C 25L1065A Current ROM BOARD: P8Z77-I DELUXE VER: 0224 DATE: 02/02/2012 PATH: P8Z77ID.CAP Note...

  • Page 107: Chapter 4: Software Support

    The support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features. 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.

  • Page 108: Obtaining The Software Manuals

    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.

  • Page 109: Software Information

    View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 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.

  • Page 110: Turbov Evo

    4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO introduces TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages as well as Auto Tuning function that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system level up. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch TurboV EVO by clicking Tool >...
  • Page 111 TurboV. Refer to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. • The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes...
  • Page 112 Auto Tuning / GPU Boost ASUS TurboV EVO includes two auto tuning / GPU Boost modes, providing the most flexible auto-tuning options. • The overclocking result varies with the CPU model and the system configuration. • To prevent overheating from damaging the motherboard, a better thermal environment is strongly recommended.
  • Page 113 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-I DELUXE...

  • Page 114: Digi+ Vrm

    4.3.3 DIGI+ VRM ASUS DIGI+ VRM allows you to adjust VRM voltage and frequency modulation to enhance reliability and stability. It also provides the highest power efficiency, generating less heat to longer component lifespan and minimize power loss. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ VRM by clicking Tool >...
  • Page 115 The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. • Do not remove the thermal module. The thermal conditions should be monitored. Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE...

  • Page 116: Epu

    *• Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO 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. 4-10 Displays the following message if no VGA power saving engine is detected.

  • Page 117: Fan Xpert

    Turbo: maximizes the fan speed for the best cooling effect. • 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-I DELUXE...

  • Page 118: Probe Ii

    The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor alerts, or change the temperature unit. 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. 4-12 Loads the default Applies your threshold values...

  • Page 119: Sensor Recorder

    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-I DELUXE 4-13...

  • Page 120: Ai Charger

    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.

  • Page 121: Usb 3.0 Boost

    4.3.9 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.

  • Page 122: Wi-Fi Go

    4.3.10 Wi-Fi GO! Wi-Fi GO! allows you to wirelessly stream media files to DLNA devices, remotely control and access your computer using your mobile device, and easily transfer files between your computer and mobile device. • Install the Wi-Fi GO! card and the driver before using this feature. •...
  • Page 123 (Broadcom for P8Z77-V DELUXE and Atheros for P8Z77-V PRO/P8Z77-V), click Properties > Power Management and tick Allow this device to wake the computer and Only allow a magic packet to wake the computer. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE and tap 4-17...
  • Page 124 Wi-Fi GO! Remote menu Wi-Fi GO! menu • Tap ON to enable Smart Motion Control, File Transfer and Capture and Send. • The Wi-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system. Below are the supported screen resolution of your mobile devices: Screen type Low Density...
  • Page 125 Keep the Windows Media Player open. Ensure that your media file formats supported on Windows Media Player and DLNA playback devices. Click any of the tabs to select your preferred media file type. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Displays the target receiver’s...
  • Page 126 To play music: Click Music tab. Tick Library to view or play files. Tick Playlist and select an existing playlist from the dropdown list. Click a music file, and click To edit the library: Tick Library. Click to add or delete music files. Click Add and locate the file from the directory.
  • Page 127 Tick to select or deselect the video file and click Save Profile. Select the profile name and click Save. To add as a new playlist, key in your profile name and click Save. To delete playlist, select the profile and click ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 4-21...
  • Page 128 To view images: Click Photo tab. Tick Library to view the image files from your local computer. Tick Playlist to view the image files saved in your profile. An image slideshow plays when pressing To edit the image library: Tick Library. Click to add or delete image files.
  • Page 129 From the main screen, click Remote Desktop. Select a suitable codec Auto, Image optimization, or Speed optimization for your mobile device. Click Apply. Click to select a video codec Click to go back to main menu ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Application help 4-23...
  • Page 130 Using the Remote Desktop via Wi-Fi GO! Remote When the Remote Desktop is enabled, the mobile device shows the contents of your desktop. The Wi-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system. 4-24 Chapter 4: Software support...
  • Page 131 Remote Keyboard and Mouse Allows you to use your mobile device’s touch panel as a remote keyboard and mouse for your computer. Control keys Mouse settings ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Tick to hold left click function Tap to Tap to Tap to...
  • Page 132 Smart Motion Control Allows you to customize your motions in your computer to launch an application or function using your remote-enabled mobile device. Before using Smart Motion Control, ensure that your computer is connected to your mobile device. For more details, refer to the section Wi-Fi GO! Remote. Using the Smart Motion Control Ensure to turn ON the Smart Motion Control in your mobile device.

  • Page 133: File Transfer

    Tap to select files for transfer The Wi-Fi GO! Remote’s user interface shown above is for reference only and may vary with the mobile device’s operating system. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Tap to send Tap to select Tap to clear all selected files...
  • Page 134 Capture & Send Allows you to capture screenshots and send them wirelessly to other mobile devices. Before using Capture and Send, ensure that your computer is connected to your mobile device. For more details, refer to the section Wi-Fi GO! Remote. Click to go back to main menu...

  • Page 135: Usb Charger

    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. • Kindle: fast-charges your Kindle devices.
  • Page 136 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...

  • Page 137: Usb Bios Flashback Wizard

    4.3.12 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...
  • Page 138 Download. 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 2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback for details. 4-32 P8Z77-I DELUXE 0231 0231 02/28/2012 02/28/2012 P8Z77ID.CAP...

  • Page 139: Network Icontrol

    4.3.13 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.
  • Page 140 Using Quick Connection Configuring the PPPoE connection settings Before enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Connection functions, you must configure the PPPoE connection settings To configure the PPPoE settings: Right-click in the taskbar, and select Open Network and Sharing Center. Right-click the PPPoE Connection, and select Properties. Click the Options tab, and deselect Prompt for name and password, certificate, etc.
  • Page 141 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 ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Tick to set the auto PPPoE connection Click to apply settings...

  • Page 142: Asus Update

    4.3.14 ASUS Update ASUS Update lays out the options for updating BIOS on your system. Update BIOS utility on your system or simply save the utility for later use just by following the directions on this convenient updating feature. Launching ASUS Update After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by clicking Update>...

  • Page 143: Mylogo2

    Select the way you would like to do update your boot logo. Then click Next and follow the given instructions. Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard Under Current BIOS, click Browse and choose the desired image for your boot logo. Then click on Next. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 4-37...
  • Page 144 Click on Auto Tune to adjust image size compatibility or adjust the resolution bar. You can click on Booting Preview to preview the boot image. Then click Next. 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.

  • Page 145: Audio Configurations

    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. • Due to Intel Z77 platform does not support Windows ® driver is only supported by Windows •...

  • Page 146: Introduction To Intel 2012 Desktop Responsiveness Technologies

    Introduction to Intel responsiveness technologies This document details the overview of the installation and configuration procedures of the Intel Desktop responsiveness technologies. Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies feature the three technologies: ® • Intel Smart Response Technology ® • Intel Rapid Start Technology ®...
  • Page 147 • Only Intel ® internal SATA ports (gray and blue) support Intel responsiveness technologies. • The performance of Intel Technology vary by the installed SSD. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE System DRAM 20GB 20GB Separate 20GB Separate and 2GB 20GB and 4GB...

  • Page 148: Intel ® Smart Response Technology

    4.4.2 Intel Smart Response Technology ® Intel Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses an installed fast SSD (min. ® 20GB available) as a cache for frequently accessed operations, speeding up hard drive/main memory interaction. Key benefits are expedited hard drive speeds, reduced load and wait times, and maximized storage utilization.

  • Page 149: Intel ® Rapid Start Technology

    Adjusting the DRAM to a high frequency will result to unstable system performance. Go to Start, right-click Computer > Manage > Disk Management. Select the SSD that you want to create the partition. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE a HDD, and only one SSD can be assigned for caching. ®...
  • Page 150 Right click the New Volume that you want to shrink from, and select Shrink Volume. If your SSD is not initialized and unformatted: a. Right click the disk that you want to create the partition, and select Initialize. b. Right click the unallocated volume, select New Simple Volume, and follow the remaining steps.
  • Page 151 (x = number), and press Enter to store the Intel Rapid Start ® partition. • The value “x” refers to a disk number where you want to create the store partition. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 4-45...
  • Page 152 Type set id=84 override, press Enter, and wait for the “shrinking process” until the Disk Management utility identifies a new partition called Hibernation Partition. The Hibernation Partition does not appear when you choose “GPT (GUID Partition Table store type”. Ensure the “Unallocated” disappears from the volume, and a new partition is identified.

  • Page 153: Recovering The Partition

    (x = number), and press Enter. The value “x” refers to a disk number where you want to delete the store partition. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Select and click to enable or disable the function Click to save the settings made.
  • Page 154 Type list partition, press Enter, and select the partition where the Intel Rapid Start Technology is installed by typing select partition x (x = number), and press Enter. The value “x” refers to a disk number where you want to delete the store partition. Type delete partition override, and press Enter.

  • Page 155: Intel ® Smart Connect Technology

    Go to Utilities, and click Intel ® As the setup wizard appears, click Next to begin the setup. Tick I accept the terms in the License Agreement, and click Next. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE ® Rapid Start Technology. ® Smart Connect Technology periodically wakes up the system from ®...

  • Page 156: Using The Intel Smart Connect Technology

    Select all and click Next for Custom Setup. Click Install to proceed the installation. Click Yes to restart your system, and for the newly installed Intel Using the Intel Smart Connect Technology ® • Before the system goes to sleep mode, ensure to keep your applications on the desktop, and enter the applications, passwords.
  • Page 157 This setting only applies to the assigned time period. In the Help tab, click About to view the feature’s version. Click Topics to learn more about the Intel ® Smart Connect Technology and its configuration. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 4-51...

  • Page 158: Raid Configurations

    RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions: Intel Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. • ® • You must install Windows ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows ®...

  • Page 159: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    3. Reset Disks to Non-RAID RAID Volumes: None defined. Physical Devices: Port Device Model ST3160812AS ST3160812AS ST3160812AS ST3160812AS [↑↓]-Select ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE All Rights Reserved. MAIN MENU 4. Recovery Volume Options 5. Acceleration Options 6. Exit DISK/VOLUME INFORMATION Serial # Size Type/Status(Vol ID) 9LS0HJA4 149.0GB...

  • Page 160: Creating A Raid Set

    The navigation keys at the bottom of the screen allow you to move through the menus and select the menu options. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen. The utility supports maximum four hard disk drives for RAID configuration.
  • Page 161 WARNING: ALL DATA ON SELECTED DISKS WILL BE LOST. Are you sure you want to create this volume? (Y/N): Press <Y> to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu, or <N> to go back to the CREATE VOLUME menu. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE 4-55...

  • Page 162: Deleting A Raid Set

    Deleting a RAID set Take caution when deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the hard disk drives when you delete a RAID set. To delete a RAID set: From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press <Enter>. The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation.

  • Page 163: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Select USB floppy disk drive as the destination disk. Follow the succeeding screen instructions to complete the process. Write-protect the floppy disk to avoid a computer virus infection. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE operating system on a hard disk ® ®...

  • Page 164: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    4.6.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows To install the RAID driver in Windows During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the F6 key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. Press <F6>, and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version.

  • Page 165: Using A Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    Browse the contents of the RAID driver disk to locate the file txtsetup.oem. Double-click the file. A window appears, allowing you to select the program for opening the oem file. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE desktop or start menu, and then select Manage from ® 4-59...
  • Page 166 Use Notepad to open the file. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. Type the following line to the bottom of the two sections: id = “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”...

  • Page 167: Chapter 5: Multiple Gpu Technology Support

    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.

  • Page 168: Setting Up Your Display

    Setting up your display LucidLogix Virtu MVP solution comes with two distinct modes that allows you to enjoy better graphics either from your built-in video output (i-Mode) or from a discrete graphics card (d-Mode). i-Mode To use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in i-Mode, the display must be connected to the onboard video output.

  • Page 169: Configuring Lucidlogix Virtu Mvp

    Allows you to turn ON/OFF the GPU virtualization. Also from the Main tab, you can set to show or hide the In-Game icon. Click to turn ON/OFF the LucidLogix Virtu MVP Click to restore to default settings ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE Tick to show icon Select display in system tray option for In-Game...
  • Page 170 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 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...
  • Page 171 I column allows to run applications with iGPU. Select I for applications with media extensive performance. • H column allows you to run applications with Hyperformance graphical performance for that application. Actual graphical performance varies with the application used and graphics card installed. ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE ® . Tick H to enhance ®...
  • Page 172 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...

  • Page 173: Appendices

    Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (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-I DELUXE...

  • Page 174: Asus Recycling/Takeback Services

    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 detailed recycling information in different...

  • Page 175: Rf Equipment Notices

    This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. BSMI: Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC (RF Equipment) ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE...

  • Page 176: Asus Contact Information

    ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address Telephone Web site Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Web site Online contact Technical Support Telephone Support Fax Online support * EUR 0.14/minute from a German fixed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone.
  • Page 177 ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE...
  • Page 178 Appendices...
  • Page 179 ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address Telephone Web site Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Web site Online contact Technical Support Telephone Support Fax Online support * EUR 0.14/minute from a German fixed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone.

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