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  • Page 1 P8H77-M PRO...
  • 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

    Product highlights................ 1-2 1.3.2 DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design ..........1-3 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ............1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ............. 1-5 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ................1-5 1.3.6 Other special features ..............1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware information Before you proceed ...................

  • Page 4: Contents

    Network Stack ................3-24 Monitor menu ................... 3-24 Boot menu ....................3-27 Tools menu ....................3-29 3.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ............3-29 3.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ..............3-29 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information ............. 3-30 Exit menu ....................3-31 3.10...
  • Page 5 Enabling the ATI CrossFireX™ technology ....... 5-3 ® LucidLogix Virtu MVP ................5-4 Installing LucidLogix Virtu MVP ..............5-4 Setting up your display ................. 5-5 Configuring LucidLogix Virtu MVP ............... 5-6 Appendices Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-4...

  • 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 component.

  • 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 completing a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task.

  • Page 9: P8H77-M Pro Specifications Summary

    Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® * The Max. 32GB memory capacity can be supported with DIMMs of 8GB (or above). ASUS will update QVL once the DIMMs are available on market. ** Due to the CPU behavior, DDR3 2133/1866 MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2000/1800MHz frequency.
  • Page 10 Supports Jack-Detection, Multi-streaming and Front Panel Jack- Retasking Optical S/PDIF out port at back I/O Intel H77 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost ® UASP Mode* 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)
  • Page 11 ASUS Exclusive Overclocking Features: ASUS Network iControl featuring instant network bandwidth domination for top network program in use ASUS USB 3.0 Boost featuring the latest USB 3.0 UASP standard ASUS Disk Unlocker featuring 3TB+ HDD support 100% All High-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors...
  • Page 12 1 x MemOK! Button BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen Function, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE...
  • Page 13 P8H77-M PRO specifications summary Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables 1 x User’s manual 1 x ASUS Q-Shield 1 x 2-in-1 Q-connector (retail version only) 1 x Support DVD Support DVD contents Drivers...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    The motherboard delivers a host of new features and supports the latest technologies, making it another standout in the long line of ASUS quality motherboards! Before you install the motherboard, check the items in your package with the list below.

  • Page 16: Special Features

    Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1155 socket for Intel 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / ® Core™ i3 / Pentium / Celeron Processors ® ® This motherboard supports Intel 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7 / i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron ®...

  • Page 17: Digi+ Vrm Digital Power Design

    Complete USB 3.0 Integration ASUS facilitates the 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.

  • Page 18: Asus Exclusive Features

    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 overclocking a few clicks away. Moreover, the ASUS OC profiles in TurboV provides the best O.C.

  • Page 19: Asus Quiet Thermal Solution

    ASUS Fan Xpert ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

  • Page 20: Other Special Features

    ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to connect or disconnect the chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making the connection quick and accurate.
  • Page 21 The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement in terms of energy consumption. This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint and thus mitigate environmental impacts.
  • Page 22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is disconnected from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ASUS P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 24: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 2.2.1 Motherboard layout 24.4cm(9.6in) GPU_Boost CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN KB_USB3_34 GPU_LED DIGI +EPU SPDIF_O _HDMI 1442 EATX12V MemOK! DRAM_LED ESATA 6G _USB3_12 LAN1_USB12 CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN Lithium Cell AUDIO CMOS Power SATA6G_E1 PCIEX16_1 P8H77-M PRO Marvell ® 8111F 9172 PCIEX1_1 Intel ®...

  • Page 25: Layout Contents

    USB connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78, USB910) 2-22 Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) 2-25 LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT ) 2-24 Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 2-23 Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 2-23 ASUS P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 26: 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 27: System Memory

    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. P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability. ASUS P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 28: Memory Configurations

    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 www.asus.com for latest QVL. P8H77-M PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400 MHz capability Vendors Part No.
  • Page 29 • 4GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3X2K2/ 4GB (2x2GB) DS - 9-11-9-27 1.65V • • • 4GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1K4/ 8GB (4x2GB) DS - 9-11-9-27 1.65V • • • 8GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX2133C9AD3T1FK4/ 8GB (4x2GB) DS - 1.65V • • • 8GX(XMP) ASUS P8H77-M PRO...
  • Page 30 P8H77-M PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000 MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Brand (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs Apacer 78.AAGD5.9KD(XMP) 6GB (3x2GB) DS - 9-9-9-27 1.65V • •...
  • Page 31 1.65V • • • KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 1.65V • • • KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1BK3/ 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • • 6GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3K2/8GX(XMP) 8GB(2 x 4GB) DS 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • • ASUS P8H77-M PRO...
  • Page 32 P8H77-M PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600 MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. Size Chip Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support Brand (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3P1K2/8G 8GB(2 x 4GB) DS 1.5V • •...
  • Page 33 J2108BCSE-DJ-F 1.5V • • • (low profile) KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/4G DS ELPIDA J2108BCSE-DJ-F 1.5V • • • (low profile) KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/4G DS KTC D2568JENCNGD9U - 1.5V • • • KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/4G DS Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR • • • ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-11...
  • Page 34 P8H77-M PRO Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333 MHz capability (continued) Vendors Part No. Size Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs KINGSTON KVR1333D3N9/4G-SP DS KINGSTON D2568JENCPGD9U - 1.5V • •...
  • Page 35 • 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 P8H77-M PRO 2-13...

  • Page 36: Expansion Slots

    2.2.4 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. DIGI +EPU P8H77-M PRO BIOS SB_PWR Slot No. Slot Description PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at x16 mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [black] (at x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices)

  • Page 37: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    – – – – shared – USB 2.0_1 – – – – – – – shared USB 2.0_2 – – – – – – – shared USB 3.0 shared – – – – – – – ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-15...

  • Page 38: Jumper

    2.2.5 Jumper Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC) This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data.

  • Page 39: Onboard Switches

    If the installed DIMMs still fail to boot after the whole tuning process, the DRAM_LED remains lit. 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 40: Gpu Boost

    EPU switch Turning this switch to Enable will automatically detect the current PC loadings and intelligently moderate power consumption. For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off. P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO EPU switch •...

  • Page 41: Onboard Leds

    If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will remain lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design provides an easy way to identify problems related to the DRAM. DRAM LED P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO DRAM LED ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-19...
  • Page 42 EPU LED The EPU LED lights up when the EPU switch is changed to Enable. P8H77-M PRO EPU_LED P8H77-M PRO EPU LED GPU Boost LED The GPU Boost LED lights up when the GPU Boost switch is changed to Enable. GPU_LED P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO GPU Boost LED...

  • Page 43: Internal Connectors

    You must install Windows ® XP Service Pack 3 or later versions before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows XP SP3 or later versions. ® ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-21...
  • Page 44 Intel H77 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 10 configuration with the Intel ®...
  • Page 45 USB 3.0 ports on the front panel. USB3_34 P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO USB3.0 Front panel connector You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this connector. The USB 3.0 bracket is purchased separately. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-23...
  • Page 46 Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! You can connect the front panel USB cable to the ASUS Q-Connector (USB, blue) first, and then install the Q-Connector (USB) to the USB connector onboard if your chassis supports front panel USB ports.
  • Page 47 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. CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN P8H77-M PRO P8H77-M PRO fan connector ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-25...
  • Page 48 • The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan maximum of 1A (12 W) fan power. • Only the CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN 1 and CHA_FAN 2 connectors support the ASUS FAN Xpert feature. • If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal environment.
  • Page 49 (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 4-pin / 8-pin ATX +12V power plug. Otherwise, the system will not boot up. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-27...

  • Page 50: System Panel Connector

    • 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. System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.

  • Page 51: Building Your Computer System

    Intel LGA 1155 CPU Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-29...

  • Page 52: 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. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-30...
  • Page 53 ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-31...

  • Page 54: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    2.3.3 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 2: Hardware information 2-32...
  • Page 55 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-33...

  • Page 56: Dimm Installation

    2.3.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-34...

  • Page 57: Motherboard Installation

    2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary between models, but the installation steps remain the same. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-35...
  • Page 58 P8H77-M PRO DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-36...

  • Page 59: Atx Power Connection

    2.3.6 ATX Power connection ASUS P8H77-M PRO 2-37...

  • Page 60: Sata Device Connection

    2.3.7 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-38...

  • Page 61: Front I/O Connector

    2.3.8 Front I/O Connector To install ASUS Q-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 P8H77-M PRO 2-39...

  • Page 62: Expension Card Installation

    2.3.9 Expension Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-40...

  • Page 63: Rear Panel Connection

    • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • 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 P8H77-M PRO 2-41...
  • Page 64 * LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED ACT/LINK SPEED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection LAN port **Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset 4-channel...

  • Page 65: Audio I/O Connections

    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 P8H77-M PRO 2-43...
  • Page 66 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 67: Starting Up For The First Time

    While the system is ON, pressing the power switch for less than four seconds puts the system on sleep mode or soft-off mode, depending on the 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 P8H77-M PRO 2-45...
  • Page 68 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2-46...

  • Page 69: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup 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.

  • Page 70: Ez Mode

    Power Saving mode Loads optimized default Selects the boot device priority Normal mode ASUS Optimal mode Selects the Advanced Selects the boot device priority mode functions Displays the system properties of the selected mode on the right hand side •...

  • Page 71: Advanced Mode

    For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the 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 P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 72: 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 73: Main Menu

    RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 2.2.5 Jumper for information on how to erase the 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 P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 74: 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 75: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Auto +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help PCH Voltage 1.050V Auto F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut CPU PLLVoltage Auto F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 76: Dram Timing Control

    Ai Overclock Tuner [Auto] Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency. Select any of these preset overclocking configuration options: [Auto] Loads the optimal settings for the system. [Manual] Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. BCLK/PEG Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance.
  • Page 77 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme). Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [Medium] [High] [Ultra High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU specification. ASUS P8H77-M PRO...
  • Page 78 Reducing phase number under light system loading to increase VRM efficiency. [Standard] Proceeds phase control depending on the CPU loading. [Optimized] Loads the ASUS optimized phase tuning profile. [Extreme] Proceeds the full phase mode. [Manual Adjustment] Allows manual adjustment.

  • Page 79: Offset Mode Sign

    Offset Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set the iGPU Offset voltage. The values range from 0.005V to 0.635V with a 0.005V interval. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-11...
  • Page 80 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. Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The values range from 0.800V to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval. DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage.

  • Page 81: Advanced Menu

    →←: Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Shortcut F5: Optimized Defaults F10: Save ESC: Exit F12: Print Screen Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-13...

  • Page 82: Cpu Configuration

    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 Exit Ai Tweaker Main Advanced Monitor...

  • Page 83: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific condition. [Disabled] Disables this function. CPU C1E [Auto] [Enabled] Enables the C1E support function. This item should be enabled in order to enable the Enhanced Halt State. [Disabled] Disables this function. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-15...

  • Page 84: Pch Configuration

    CPU C3 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C3 report to OS. CPU C6 Report [Auto] Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C6 report to OS. 3.5.2 PCH Configuration UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker...

  • Page 85: Intel Smart Connect Technology

    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 P8H77-M PRO 3-17...

  • 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 Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced...

  • Page 87: System Agent Configuration

    Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Initiate iGPU [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Lucid Virtu support for both the integrated and discrete graphics. The iGPU shared memory size will be fixed at 64MB. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-19...

  • Page 88: Usb Configuration

    NB PCIe Configuration Allows you to configure the NB PCI Express settings. PCIE X16_1 Link Speed [Auto] Allows you to configure the PCIE X16_1 link speed. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] 3.5.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main...

  • Page 89: Onboard Devices Configuration

    Sets to [HDMI] for HDMI audio output. Marvell Storage Controller [IDE Mode] [Disabled] Disables the Marvell storage controller. [IDE Mode] Sets the Marvell storage controller to IDE mode. [AHCI Mode] Sets the Marvell storage controller to AHCI mode. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-21...

  • Page 90: Parallel Port Configuration

    Marvell Storage OPROM [Enabled] This item appears only when the Marvell Storage Controller item is set to [IDE Mode] or [AHCI Mode] and allows you to enable or disable the Marvell Storage OPROM. [Enabled] Enables the Marvell Storage OPROM. [Disabled] Disables the Marvell Storage OPROM.

  • Page 91: Apm

    Enables Ring to generate a wake event. Power On By RTC [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables RTC to generate a wake event. When set to [Enabled], the items RTC Alarm Date (Days) and Hour/ [Enabled] Minute/Second will become user-configurable with set values. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-23...

  • Page 92: Network Stack

    3.5.8 Network Stack UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main Ai Tweaker Advanced Monitor Boot Tool Back Advanced\ Network Stack > Network Stack Disabl Link Allow BIOS yo switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement.
  • Page 93 Use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the maximum CPU fan duty cycle. The values range from 20% to 100%. When the CPU temperature reaches the upper limit, the CPU fan will operate at the maximum duty cycle. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 3-25...
  • Page 94 CPU Lower Temperature [20] Displays the lower limit of the CPU temperature. CPU Fan Min. Duty Cycle(%) [20] 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.

  • 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

    We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/CPU configuration and BIOS version. 3.8.3 ASUS SPD Information DIMM Slot # [Slot 1] Displays the Serial Presence Detect (SPD) information of the DIMM module installed on the selected slot.

  • Page 99: 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.

  • 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...

  • 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. 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

    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 [2010/04/29] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD:...

  • Page 107: Chapter 4: 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. 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. Double-click the folder of your selected software.

  • Page 109: Software 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

    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.
  • Page 111 Slide the bar to adjust the iGPU Max Frequency or the iGPU Voltage. Click Apply to make the change take effect. GPU Boost Applies all changes Click to restore immediately all start-up settings Undoes all changes without applying ASUS P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 112: Digi+ Vrm

    Click OK to exit. 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.
  • Page 113 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 P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 114: Epu

    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. Chapter 4: Software support...

  • Page 115: 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 P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 116: Probe Ii

    Loads your saved Loads the default Applies your configuration threshold values changes for each sensor Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Chapter 4: Software support 4-10...

  • Page 117: Usb 3.0 Boost

    You can manually switch the USB 3.0 mode back to Normal mode at any time. • 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 chipset limitation, Intel USB 3.0 ports do not support ASUS 3.0 Boost in...

  • Page 118: Mylogo2

    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.
  • Page 119 Then at Picture File, Browse to select the desired image for boot logo. Click Next. Follow steps 2-5 in Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard to complete logo update. The fullscreen logo application in BIOS utility must be enabled for MyLogo to take effect. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 4-13...

  • Page 120: Audio Configurations

    4.3.9 Audio configurations The Realtek audio CODEC provides 8-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate audio ® experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes the Realtek proprietary UAJ ®...

  • Page 121: System Requirements

    Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for detailed software configuration. Introduction to Intel 2012 Desktop ® responsiveness technologies This document details the overview of the installation and configuration procedures of the Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies.
  • Page 122 SSD Capacity Requirements SSD Partition Capacity System DRAM Requirements Intel Rapid Start ® Intel Smart Response 20GB 20GB 20GB ® Separate 20GB Separate Separate Intel Smart Response and 2GB 20GB and 4GB 20GB and 8GB ® partition partition partition Intel Rapid Start (SSD size >...

  • Page 123: Intel ® Smart Response Technology

    Select which HDD for caching. d. Enhanced mode: WRITE THROUGH, write to SSD and HDD at the same time. Maximized mode: WRITE BACK, write to SSD and write back to HDD in a later time. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 4-17...

  • Page 124: Intel ® Rapid Start Technology

    Select Disable Acceleration to disable this function, and select Change Mode to switch acceleration mode to Enhanced/ Maximized. > = • To enable Intel Smart Response Technology, you need at least one SSD ( 20GB) and ® a HDD, and only one SSD can be assigned for caching. •...
  • Page 125 DRAM memory (1GB = 1024MB). Click Shrink. 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 P8H77-M PRO 4-19...
  • Page 126 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 .
  • Page 127 Rapid Start ® Manager to enable or disable the Intel Rapid Start ® Technology. Click the Show hidden icons arrow from the right side of the task bar, and click Intel Rapid Start ® Technology Manager icon. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 4-21...

  • Page 128: Recovering The Partition

    Tick On in the Status field to enable the function, and click Save. Select and click to enable or disable the function Click to enable or disable battery saving mode. This function only applies to notebooks. Click to enable or disable the timer. When enabled, move Click to save the Click to cancel the settings made.
  • Page 129 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 P8H77-M PRO 4-23...

  • Page 130: Intel ® Smart Connect Technology

    Click Next after selecting the default selected disk. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Finish to recover the Intel Rapid Start ® 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 Rapid Start Technology.

  • Page 131: Using The Intel ® Smart Connect Technology

    When updating is Click to enable enabled, click to or disable the reset all settings function to default. When the scroll bar is activated, adjust the waking up time period for Internet data update. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 4-25...
  • Page 132 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.

  • Page 133: Raid Configurations

    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 P8H77-M PRO 4-27...

  • Page 134: Installing Serial Ata Hard Disks

    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.

  • Page 135: Creating A Raid Set

    Volume0 RAID Level: RAID0(Stripe) Disks: Select Disks Strip Size: 128KB Capacity: Sync: Create Volume HELP Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less. [↑↓]Change [TAB]-Next [ESC]-Previous Menu [ENTER]-Select ASUS P8H77-M PRO 4-29...

  • Page 136: Deleting A Raid Set

    Enter a name for the RAID set and press <Enter>. When the RAID Level item is selected, press the up/down arrow key to select a RAID level to create, and then press <Enter>. When the Disks item is selected, press <Enter> to select the hard disk drives you want to include in the RAID set.
  • Page 137 From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit, and then press <Enter>. The following warning message appears: CONFIRM EXIT Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Press <Y> to exit or press <N> to return to the utility main menu. ASUS P8H77-M PRO 4-31...

  • Page 138: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Creating a RAID driver disk A floppy disk with the RAID driver is required when installing a Windows operating system ® 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.

  • Page 139: Installing The Raid Driver During Windows ® Os Installation

    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 P8H77-M PRO 4-33...

  • Page 140: Using A Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    4.6.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitations, Windows XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive when you ® 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.
  • Page 141 = “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 P8H77-M PRO 4-35...
  • Page 142 Chapter 4: Software support 4-36...

  • Page 143: Chapter 5: Multiple Gpu Technology Support

    ATI CrossFireX graphics cards to your system. To uninstall existing graphics card drivers: Close all current applications. For Windows XP, go to Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. Select your current graphics card driver/s. For Windows XP, select Add/Remove. Turn off your computer. ASUS P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 144: Installing Two Crossfirex™ Graphics Cards

    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 PCIE x16 slots.

  • Page 145: Installing The Device Drivers

    In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Graphics Settings > CrossFireX > Configure. 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 P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 146: Lucidlogix Virtu Mvp

    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 147: Setting Up Your Display

    3D gaming performance. d-Mode (VGA output from i-Mode (VGA output discrete graphics card) from motherboard) The motherboard’s IO ports and discrete graphic card is for reference only and may vary in different models. ASUS P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 148: Configuring Lucidlogix Virtu Mvp

    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.
  • Page 149 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 P8H77-M PRO...
  • Page 150 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU Technology Support...

  • Page 151: Appendices Notices

    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 P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 152: 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.

  • Page 153: 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 P8H77-M PRO...

  • Page 154: Asus Contact Information

    +1-812-282-3777 +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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  • Page 156 Appendices...

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