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  • Page 1 P8Q77-M...
  • 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

    Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ..........1-3 Before you proceed ..............1-5 Motherboard overview ..............1-6 1.5.1 Placement direction ............1-6 1.5.2 Screw holes ..............1-6 1.5.3...
  • Page 4 Managing and updating your BIOS ..........2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ............2-4 BIOS setup program ..............2-6 Main menu ..................2-9 2.3.1 System Language [English] ..........
  • Page 5 2.7.8 Boot Option Priorities ............ 2-27 2.7.9 Boot Override ..............2-27 Tools menu ................. 2-28 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ..........2-28 2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ............2-28 2.8.3 ASUS SPD Information ..........2-28 Exit menu ..................2-29 Appendices...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric 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: Conventions Used In This Guide

    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: P8Q77-M Specifications Summary

    Memory 4 x DIMM, maximum 32GB, DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** When you install a total memory of 4GB capacity or more, Windows 32-bit operating system may only recognize less than ®...
  • Page 9 - ASUS USB 3.0 Boost - MemOK! - ASUS AI Suite II - Ai Charger - ASUS Anti-Surge Protection - ASUS UEFI BIOS featuring graphics user interface ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Q-Fan 2 - ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS EZ DIY:...
  • Page 10 BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 2.0a, SM BIOS 2.7, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    ® 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 12: Intel Smart Response Technology

    Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel – 4 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. This motherboard affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity.

  • Page 13: Innovative Asus Features

    - F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey for sharing UEFI information and troubleshooting - New F3 Shortcut for most accessed information - ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information for accessing memory information, detecting faulty DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations.

  • Page 14: Asus Mylogo2

    Get your system up and running in no time. AI Suite II With its fast 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, and voltage and sensor readings.

  • Page 15: Before You Proceed

    ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R. feature automatically restores the CPU default settings when the system hangs due to overclocking failure. C.P.R. eliminates the need to open the system chassis and clear the RTC data.

  • Page 16: Motherboard Overview

    Screw holes Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8Q77-M ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 17: Motherboard Layout

    1.5.3 Motherboard layout 22.8cm(9.0in) KBMS MemOK! DRAM_LED USB34 USB3_12 LAN1_USB12 Intel Lithium Cell 82579LM CMOS Power CHA_FAN1 AUDIO PCIEX16 64Mb 64Mb BIOS BIOS P8Q77-M SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 PCI1 Super Intel ® PCI2 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 SB_PWR PCIEX4_1 SPDIF_OUT VT1708S CLRTC DIS_ME SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 USB910 USB78 USB56...

  • Page 18: 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. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket.

  • Page 19: Installing The Cpu

    1.6.1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 20 1-10 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 21: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-11...
  • Page 22 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1-12 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 23: System Memory

    System memory 1.7.1 Overview The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption.
  • Page 24 • Kingtiger KTG2G1600PG3 • • Mushkin 998659(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 • • • Mushkin 998659(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-24 1.5~1.6V • • • PATRIOT PGS34G1600LLKA 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS 7-7-7-20 1.7V • • • 1-14 ASUS P8Q77-M...
  • Page 25 DDR3-1333 MHz capability DIMM socket support Chip (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 4 DIMM AD30908C8D-151C A-DATA AD31333001GOU SS A-Data • E0906 A-DATA AD3U1333C2G9 SS A-DATA 3CCD-1509HNA1126L - • • • A-DATA AD63I1B0823EV SS A-Data 3CCA-1509A...
  • Page 26 • • • TAKEMS TMS2GB364D081-138EY DS - 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • • TAKEMS TMS2GB364D082-138EW DS - 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • • UMAX E41302GP0-73BDB DS UMAX U2S24D30TP-13 • • • WINTEC 3WVS31333-2G-CNR DS AMPO AM3420803-13H • • • 1-16 ASUS P8Q77-M...
  • Page 27 A2 and B2 for better compatibility. • 4 DIMMs: Supports four (4) modules inserted into both the blue and black slots as two pairs of Dual-channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-17...

  • Page 28: Installing A Dimm

    DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. DIMM notch Remove the DIMM from the socket. 1-18 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 29: Expansion Slots

    Expansion slots In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support. Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

  • Page 30: Jumpers

    • You do not need to clear the RTC when the system hangs due to overclocking. For system failure due to overclocking, use the CPU Parameter Recall (C.P.R.) feature. Shut down and reboot the system, then the BIOS automatically resets parameter settings to default values. 1-20 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 31: Connectors

    Intel ME jumper (3-pin DIS_ME) ® This jumper allows you to enable or disable the Intel ME function. Set this jumper to ® pins 1-2 to enable (default) the Intel ME function and to pins 2-3 to disable it. ® DIS_ME P8Q77-M Normal...
  • Page 32 DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can’t be converted to output RGB Signal to CRT and isn’t compatible with DVI-I. DisplayPort. This port connects a display monitor or a home-theater system. PS/2 Keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. 1-22 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 33: Internal Connectors

    1.10.2 Internal connectors 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. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP PIN 1 PIN 1...
  • Page 34 • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS FanXpert and Q-Fan 2 feature. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch.

  • Page 35: Atx Power Connectors

    • 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. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
  • Page 36 The Serial ATA RAID feature (RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10) is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later version. ® • When using hot-plug and NCQ, set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to [AHCI]. See section 2.5.4 SATA Configuration for details. 1-26 ASUS P8Q77-M...
  • Page 37 Intel Q77 Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1~4 [blue]) ® These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables. If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 0+1(10) configurations with the Intel Matrix Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ®...
  • Page 38 LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT) The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as a printer. LPT is standardized as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. PIN 1 P8Q77-M P8Q77-M LPT connector 1-28 ASUS P8Q77-M...
  • Page 39 This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports. Connect the USB 3.0 bracket cable to this connector, then install the USB 3.0 bracket to the rear side of the chassis. If your chassis support customized front panel installation, with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution.

  • Page 40: Onboard Switches

    If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED lights continuously. Replace the DIMMs with ones recommended in the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists) in this user manual or on the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

  • Page 41: Onboard Leds

    1.12 Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component.

  • Page 42: Software Support

    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. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 43: Intel ® Sba Support

    Local Administrator rights on the target machine • Intel SBA does not support the 800 x 600 screen resolution. ® • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest CPU QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-33...
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  • Page 45: Chapter 2: Bios Information

    ® Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS: desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > AI Suite II > AI Suite II X.XX.XX to From the Windows ® launch the AI Suite II utility. The AI Suite II Quick Bar appears.

  • Page 46: Asus Ez Flash 2

    Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility and press <Enter> to enable it.

  • Page 47: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 updated BIOS file.

  • Page 48: Asus Bios Updater

    Insert the USB flash drive with the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater to the USB port. Boot your computer. When the ASUS Logo appears, press <F8> to show the BIOS Boot Device Select Menu. Insert the support DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive as the boot device.

  • Page 49: Updating The Bios File

    Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 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 V1.18 Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: P8Q77-M...

  • Page 50: Bios Setup Program

    • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard.
  • Page 51 Default(F5) Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Selects the Advanced mode functions Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the boot device priority Selects the boot Displays the system properties of the device priority selected mode on the right hand side Displays the Advanced mode menus •...

  • Page 52: Advanced Mode

    The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click Exit, then select ASUS EZ Mode. Back button Menu items...

  • Page 53: Main Menu

    Pop-up window Select a menu item and press <Enter> to display a pop-up window with the configuration options for that item. Scroll bar A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu screen when there are items that do not fit on the screen.

  • Page 54: System Language [English]

    If you have set a user password, you must enter the user password for accessing the system. The User Password item on top of the screen shows the default Not Installed. After you set a password, this item shows Installed. To set a user password: Select the User Password item and press <Enter>. 2-10 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 55: Ai Tweaker Menu

    +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help VCCSA Voltage Auto F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut CPU PLL Voltage Auto F5: Optimized Defaults F6: ASUS Ratio Boost PCH Voltage 1.050V Auto F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Load-Line Calibration Auto Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.

  • Page 56: Cpu Bus Speed : Dram Speed Ratio Mode [Auto]

    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 or the numeric keypad to adjust the value. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. 2-12 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 57: Cpu Voltage [Offset Mode]

    Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). ® [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production.

  • Page 58: Dram Voltage [Auto]

    CPU and VRM thermal. This item allows you to set this function for better system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. 2-14 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 59: 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. EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker...

  • Page 60: Cpu Configuration

    Enables or disables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 2-16 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 61: Pch Configuration

    CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to the operating system. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] 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 62: System Agent Configuration

    Sets the De-emphasis control on the PEG. Configuration options: [-6 dB] [-3.5 dB] PEG Sampler Calibrate [Auto] Enables or disables the PEG Sampler calibration. Setting this item to [Auto] can disable SNB MB/DT and enable IVB A0 B0. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] 2-18 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 63: Intel Txt(Lt) Configuration

    Swing Control [Reduced] Sets the execution of the PEG Swing Control on IVB C0 and later. Configuration options: [Reduced] [Half] [Full] Gen3 Equalization [Enabled] Enables or disables the execution of PEG Gen3 Equalization steps. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Gen3 Eq Phase 2 [Auto] Sets the execution of the PEG Gen3 Equalization Phase 2.

  • Page 64: Usb Configuration

    EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. 2.5.9 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. 2-20 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 65: Serial Port Configuration

    The following item appears only when you set the HD Audio Controller item to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or high- definition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports. [HD] Sets the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to high definition audio.

  • Page 66: Apm

    Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Terminal Type [VT-UTF8] VT-UTF8 is the preferred terminal type for out-of-band management. The next best choice is VT100+ and then VT100. Configuration options: [VT100] [VT100+] [VT-UTF8] [ANSI] 2-22 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 67: Network Stack

    2.5.12 Network Stack Network Stack [Disable Link] This item allows user to disable or enable the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enable] Ipv4 PXE Support [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the Network Stack item to [Enabled]. When this item is disabled, the IPV4 PXE boot option will not be created.

  • Page 68: Cpu / Chassis Fan Speed

    Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the minimum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 0% to 100%. When the CPU temperature is under 40ºC, the CPU fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2-24 ASUS P8Q77-M...

  • Page 69: Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

    2.6.4 Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. 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.

  • Page 70: Boot Menu

    [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.

  • Page 71: Option Rom Messages [Force Bios]

    • To select the boot device during system startup, press <F8> when ASUS Logo appears. • To access Windows OS in Safe Mode, press <F8> after POST.

  • Page 72: Tools Menu

    > ASUS SPD Information 2.8.1 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, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.

  • Page 73: Exit Menu

    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.
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  • Page 75: Appendices

    Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 76: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    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...

  • Page 77: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...

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