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  • Page 1 P8Z77-V LK...
  • 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... 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights... 1-2 1.3.2 ASUS DIGI+ VRM Digital Power Design ... 1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features ... 1-4 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solutions ... 1-6 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY ... 1-6 1.3.6...
  • Page 4 Onboard Devices Configuration ... 3-22 APM ... 3-24 Network Stack ... 3-25 ASUS Update utility... 3-34 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility ... 3-37 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility... 3-38 ASUS BIOS Updater ... 3-39 Software support Running the support DVD ... 4-1 Obtaining the software manuals...
  • Page 5 Installing LucidLogix 5.3.2 Setting up your display ... 5-9 5.3.3 Configuring LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ ... 5-10 Appendices ... A-1 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ...A-2 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies ... 4-16 ® 2012 Desktop responsiveness ® Smart Response Technology ... 4-18 Rapid Start Technology ... 4-19 Smart Connect Technology ...

  • 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-V Lk Specifications Summary

    LGA1155 socket for Intel Celeron Supports 32nm and 22nm CPU Supports Intel * The Intel ® ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel Chipset Intel Z77 Express Chipset ® Memory 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)* / 2200(O.C.)* / 2133 (O.C.)/1866(O.C.) /1600/1333/1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered...
  • Page 10 ® 10 x USB 2.0 ports (8 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at back panel) ASMedia USB 3.0 controller - supports ASUS USB3.0 Boost UASP Mode 2 x USB 3.0 ports at the back panel (blue) *The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7...
  • Page 11 BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI 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, F3 Shotcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory...

  • 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 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. The P8Z77-V LK affords greater convenience to high speed connectivity.

  • Page 15: Intel Smart Response Technology

    Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of unnecessary hard drive spin. This technology combines SSD performance with hard drive capacity, operating up to 4X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing. * Intel ®...

  • Page 16: Asus Digi+ Vrm Digital Power Design

    The motherboard is European Union´s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready, and ErP requires products to meet certain energy efficiency requirements in regards to energy consumptions. This is in line with ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy- efficient products through product design and innovation to reduce carbon footprint of the product and thus mitigate environmental impacts.

  • Page 17: Network Icontrol

    ASUS TurboV Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time OC-now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy OC tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away.

  • Page 18: Asus Quiet Thermal Solutions

    DIMMs, and helping with difficult POST situations. ASUS EZ-Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 19: Other Special Features

    HD 1080p visuals through a single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI provides you with the highest quality home theater experience. ASUS P8Z77-V LK processor graphics and ®...
  • Page 20 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: Hardware Information

    • • • • ASUS P8Z77-V LK 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

    CHA_FAN2 AAFP Refer to 2.2.8 Connectors and 2.3.10 Rear panel connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 22.9cm(9.0in) CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power PCIEX16_1 P8Z77-V LK PCI1 PCIEX16_2 PCI2 BIOS PCIEX16_3 EPU_LED COM1 USB910 USB78...

  • Page 23: Layout Contents

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) USB connectors (10-1 pin USB3~10) EPU Switch EPU LED Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM1) Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) ASUS P8Z77-V LK Page 2-23 2-24 2-19 2-17 2-16...

  • 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

    A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot. P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets Recommended memory configurations We recommend that you install the memory modules from the blue slots for better overclocking capability.

  • Page 26: 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 for the latest QVL. P8Z77-V LK Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No.
  • Page 27 P8Z77-V LK Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2250MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Kingston KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) P8Z77-V LK Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2200MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size G.SKILL F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAFEIH(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB)
  • Page 28 P8Z77-V LK Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1866MHz capability Vendors Part No. CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) CORSAIR CMT6GX3MA1866C9(XMP) CORSAIR CMZ8GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) G.SKILL F3-14900CL9D-8GBXL(XMP) G.SKILL F3-14900CL9Q-8GBXL(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3/ 3GX(XMP) KINGSTON KHX1866C9D3T1K3/ 6GX(XMP) P8Z77-V LK Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability Vendors Paart No.
  • Page 29 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - Transcend JM1600KLN-8GK 8GB(2 x 4GB) DS Transcend TK483 Asint SLZ3128M8-EGJ1D(XMP) Elixir M2P2G64CB8HC9N-DG(XMP) Mushkin 998659(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - P8Z77-V LK Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1333MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size A-DATA AD31333001GOU A-DATA AD3U1333C2G9 A-DATA AD63I1B0823EV...
  • Page 30 Vendors Part No. Size Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF Crucial CT25664BA1339.16FF Crucial BL25664BN13 37.16FF (XMP) (3 x 2GB) ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-DJ-F ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-DJ-F G.SKILL F3-10600CL8 D-2GBHK(XMP) G.SKILL F3-10600CL 9D-2GBNQ (2 x 1GB) G.SKILL F3-10666CL7 T-3GBPK(XMP) (3 x 1GB) G.SKILL F3-10666CL8D- 4GBECO(XMP) (2 x 2GB) G.SKILL F3-10666CL 7T-6GBPK(XMP)
  • Page 31 107EY TAKEMS TMS1GB364D081- 138EY TAKEMS TMS2GB364D081- 107EY TAKEMS TMS2GB364D081- 138EY TAKEMS TMS2GB364D082- 138EW UMAX E41302GP0-73BDB WINTEC 3WVS31333-2G-CNR ASUS P8Z77-V LK Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Micron OJD12D9LGK MICRON IJM22 D9PFJ Micron 9KF27D9KPT Micron OLD22D9LGK NANYA NT5CB256M8GN-CG A3P1GF3FGF A3P1GF3FGF SAMSUNG K4B1G0846F...
  • Page 32 P8Z77-V LK Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Crucial CT12864BA1067.8FF Crucial CT25664BA1067.16FF ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/1G (low profile) KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/2G KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G Micron MT8JTF12864AZ- 1G1F1 Micron MT16JTF25664AZ- 1G1F1 Kingtiger 2GB DIMM PC3-8500...

  • Page 33: Expansion Slots

    PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slot [gray] (single at x16 or dual at x8 / x8 mode) PCI slot_2 PCIe 2.0 x16_3 slot [black] (at x4 mode) PCI Express operating mode VGA configuration PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 Single VGA/PCIe card (Recommend for single VGA) Dual VGA/PCIe card ASUS P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 2-13...

  • Page 34: Irq Assignments For This Motherboard

    • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot (blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • In CrossFireX™ or SLI™ mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. •...

  • Page 35: Jumper

    P8Z77-V LK (Default) P8Z77-V LK Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Move the jumper cap from pins 1-2 (default) to pins 2-3. Keep the cap on pins 2-3 for about 5–10 seconds, then move the cap back to pins 1-2.

  • Page 36: Onboard Switches

    BIOS default settings. A message will appear during POST reminding you that the BIOS has been restored to its default settings. • We recommend that you download and update to the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus.com after using the MemOK! function. 2-16 ® OS environment.
  • Page 37 Turning this switch to Enable will automatically optimize the system for fast, yet stable clock speeds. P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK GPU Boost switch • For ensuring the system performance, turn the switch setting to Enable when the system is powered off.

  • Page 38: Onboard Leds

    The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK Onboard LED DRAM LED DRAM LED checks the DRAM in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the LED next to the error device will continue lighting until the problem is solved.
  • Page 39 GPU Boost LED The GPU Boost LED lights when the GPU Boost switch is turned to Enable. P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK GPU Boost LED EPU LED The EPU LED lights when the EPU switch is turned to Enable. P8Z77-V LK...

  • Page 40: Internal Connectors

    This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK Serial port (COM1) connector The COM module is purchased separately. 2-20 Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel ®...
  • Page 41 HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AAFP P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK Front panel audio connector • We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
  • Page 42 S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK Digital audio connector The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
  • Page 43 USB 3.0 solution. P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK USB3.0 Front panel connector You can connect the ASUS front panel USB 3.0 bracket to this connector to obtain the front panel USB 3.0 solution. Intel Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1–4 [blue]) ®...
  • Page 44 The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 2-24 EATX12V...

  • Page 45: System Panel Connector

    System panel connector (20-8 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. PANEL P8Z77-V LK P8Z77-V LK System panel connector • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector.

  • Page 46: 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. 2-26 Philips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit...

  • Page 47: 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-V LK 2-27...
  • Page 48 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 49: 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-V LK Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. 2-29...
  • Page 50 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 2-30 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 51: Dimm Installation

    2.3.4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ASUS P8Z77-V LK 2-31...

  • Page 52: Motherboard Installation

    2.3.5 Motherboard installation The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps remain the same. 2-32 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 53 P8Z77-V LK DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ASUS P8Z77-V LK 2-33...

  • Page 54: Atx Power Connection

    2.3.6 ATX Power connection 2-34 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 55: Sata Device Connection

    2.3.7 SATA device connection ASUS P8Z77-V LK 2-35...

  • Page 56: Front I/O Connector

    2.3.8 Front I/O 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 2-36 Chapter 2: Hardware information...

  • Page 57: Expansion Card Installation

    2.3.9 Expansion Card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards To install PCI cards ASUS P8Z77-V LK 2-37...

  • Page 58: Rear Panel Connection

    2.3.10 Rear panel connection Rear panel connectors PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse COMBO port Optical S/PDIF Out port Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port Realtek LAN (RJ-45) port* ® Audio I/O ports** USB 3.0 ports E_12 * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. •...

  • Page 59: Lan Port Led Indications

    Pink Mic In Mic In Orange – – Black – Rear Speaker Out Gray – – ASUS P8Z77-V LK Speed LED Status Description 10 Mbps connection ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN 1 Gbps connection 6-channel Line In Front Speaker Out...

  • Page 60: 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 2-40 Chapter 2: Hardware information...
  • Page 61 Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers ASUS P8Z77-V LK 2-41...

  • Page 62: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Be sure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 63: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

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

  • Page 64: Ez Mode

    Setup Mode item in section 3.7 Boot memu for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU/5V/3.3V/12V voltage output, CPU/chassis/power fan speed EFI BIOS Utility - EZ Mode P8Z77-V LK BIOS Version : 0204 CPU Type : Genuine Intel(R) CPU @ 2.90GHz Monday [9/13/2010] Total Memory : 1024 MB (DDR3 1033MHz)

  • Page 65: 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 P8Z77-V LK Configuration fields General help Navigation keys...

  • Page 66: 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 67: 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-V LK Advanced Monitor Boot Choose the system default language...

  • Page 68: 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 69: 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-V LK...
  • Page 70 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. [X.M.P.] If you install memory modules supporting the eXtreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) Technology, choose this item to set the profiles supported by your...

  • Page 71: Dram Timing Control

    Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel [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. ASUS P8Z77-V LK SpeedStep Technology (EIST). ®...
  • Page 72 Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the EIST item to [Enabled]. [Enabled] Allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions. [Disabled] Disables this function. The following three items appear only when you set both the Turbo Mode item to [Enabled].

  • Page 73: Cpu Offset Mode Sign

    CPU voltage. The values range from 0.800V to 1.990V with a 0.005V interval. Refer to the CPU documentation before setting the CPU voltage. Setting a high voltage may damage the CPU permanently, and setting a low voltage may make the system unstable. ASUS P8Z77-V LK 3-11...
  • Page 74 iGPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed iGPU voltage. [Offset Mode] Allows you to set the iGPU Offset voltage. iGPU Offset Voltage [Auto] This item appears only when you set the iGPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode] and allows you to set the Offset voltage.
  • Page 75 Allows you to set the CPU and PCH PLL voltage. The values range from 1.80V to 1.90V with a 0.1V interval. Configuration options: [Auto] [+0.1V] CPU Spread Spectrum [Auto] [Auto] Automatic configuration. [Disabled] Enhances the BCLK overclocking ability. [Enabled] Sets to [Enabled] for EMI control. ASUS P8Z77-V LK 3-13...

  • Page 76: 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 Ai Tweaker Main >...

  • Page 77: Cpu Configuration

    Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] 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-V LK Advanced Monitor Boot Adjust Non-Turbo Ratio Supported 2900 MHz...

  • Page 78: 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 79: Pch Configuration

    The following three items appear only when you set the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology to [Enabled]. Entry on S3 RTC Wake [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the iFFS invocation upon S3 RTC wake. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P8Z77-V LK Advanced Monitor Boot Enabled/Disabled the High Precision Event Timer.

  • Page 80: Sata Configuration

    Entry After [Immediately] This item appears only when you set the Entry on S3 RTC Wake to [Enabled] and allows you to set the RTC wake timer at S3 entry. Configuration options: [Immediately] [1 minute] [2 minute] [5 minute] [10 minute] [15 minute] [30 minute] [1 hour] [2 hours] Active Page Threshold Support [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Active Page Threshold Support.
  • Page 81 POST. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] These items appear only when you set the SATA mode item to [AHCI] or [RAID], and allow you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P8Z77-V LK Disabled 3-19...

  • Page 82: System Agent Configuration

    3.5.4 System Agent Configuration EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Main Ai Tweaker Back Advanced\ System Agent Configuration > System Agent Bridge Name Memory Remap Feature > Graphics Configuration > NB PCIe Configuration Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] [Enabled] Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. [Disabled] Disables this function.

  • Page 83: Usb Configuration

    EHCI Hand-off [Disabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for operating systems without an EHCI hand-off feature. [Disabled] Disables the function. ASUS P8Z77-V LK Advanced Monitor Boot Enables Legacy USB support. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB devices are connected. DISABLE option will keep USB devices available only for EFI applications.

  • Page 84: Onboard Devices Configuration

    3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. [Disabled] Disables the controller. The following two items appear 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.

  • Page 85: Serial Port Configuration

    Change Settings [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] This item appears only when you set the Serial Port to [Enabled] and allows you to select the Serial Port base [IO=2F8h; IRQ=3] [IO=3E8h; IRQ=4] [IO=2E8h; IRQ=3] ASUS P8Z77-V LK address. Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=4] 3-23...

  • Page 86: Apm

    3.5.7 EFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Ai Tweaker Main Back Advanced\ APM > Restore AC Power Loss Power On By PS/2 Keyboard Power On By PCIE/PCI Power On By Ring Power On By RTC Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on state after an AC power loss.

  • Page 87: Network Stack

    Back Advanced\ Network Stack > Network Stack Network Stack [Disable Link] Enables or disables the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disable Link] [Enable] ASUS P8Z77-V LK Advanced Monitor Boot Disabl Link Allow BIOS yo switch off some power at S5 to get the system ready for ErP requirement.

  • Page 88: Monitor Menu

    Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the following items: 3-26 Chapter 3: BIOS setup...
  • Page 89 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LK 3-27...
  • Page 90 Chassis 1/2/3 Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis 1/2/3 Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis 1/2/3 Q-Fan control feature. Chassis 1/2/3 Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis 1/2/3 Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis 1/2/3 fan warning speed.

  • Page 91: 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 92: 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 93: Tools Menu

    > ASUS SPD Information 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 94: Asus Spd Information

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

  • Page 95: 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-V LK 3-33...

  • Page 96: 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 97: 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 98: 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 P8Z77-V LK...

  • Page 99: 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 100: 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 101: 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 102: 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 BOARD: P8Z77-V LK VER: 0204 DATE: 02/22/2012 PATH: P8Z77VLK.CAP...

  • Page 103: 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 104: 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 105: 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 106: 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 107 Click the ON button to activate CPU Ratio. You will requested to restart the system. Click Yes to make the change take effect. CPU Ratio Click to restore all start-up settings ASUS P8Z77-V LK Voltage Adjustment bars Undoes all changes without applying...
  • Page 108 Drag the adjustment bar upwards or downwards to the desired value. Adjustment bar Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function • in TurboV. Refer to Chapter 3 of your motherboard user manual for details. •...

  • Page 109: Auto Tuning

    Read through the warning messages and click OK to start auto-overclocking. TurboV automatically overclocks the CPU, saves BIOS settings and restarts the system. After re-entering Windows, a message appears indicating auto tuning success. Click OK to exit. ASUS P8Z77-V LK...

  • Page 110: Digi+ Vrm

    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. Application helps...

  • Page 111: 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LK...

  • Page 112: Fan Xpert

    However, the fan will speed up when the temperature exceeds 70°C. 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. 4-10...

  • Page 113: Probe Ii

    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. ASUS P8Z77-V LK Loads the default Applies your...

  • Page 114: Usb 3.0 Boost

    4.3.7 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 115: 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-V LK 4-13...
  • Page 116 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 117: 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. ASUS P8Z77-V LK proprietary UAJ ® Audio Driver from the support DVD that ®...

  • Page 118: Introduction To Intel

    Introduction to Intel responsiveness technologies This document details the overview of the installation and configuration procedures of the Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies. ® Intel 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies feature the three technologies: ® • Intel Smart Response Technology ® •...
  • Page 119 ® • Only Intel internal SATA ports (gray and blue) support Intel responsiveness technologies. • The performance of Intel Technology vary by the installed SSD. ASUS P8Z77-V LK System DRAM 20GB 20GB Separate 20GB Separate and 2GB 20GB and 4GB...

  • Page 120: 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 121: 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-V LK ® Smart Response Technology.
  • Page 122 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 123 (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-V LK 4-21...
  • Page 124 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 125: 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-V LK Select and click to enable or disable the function Click to save the Click to cancel the settings made.
  • Page 126 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 127: 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-V LK ® Smart Connect Technology periodically wakes up the ®...

  • Page 128: 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 Technology to take effect. 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 129 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-V LK 4-27...

  • Page 130: 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 operating systems (OS) before using Serial ATA hard disk drives. The Serial ATA RAID feature is available only if you are using Windows / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS) .

  • Page 131: 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-V LK 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 132: 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 133 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-V LK 4-31...

  • Page 134: 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 135: Creating A Raid Driver Disk

    Go to the Make Disk menu, and then click Intel AHCI/RAID Driver Disk to create 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-V LK ® ® ® operating system ®...

  • Page 136: 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 137: Using A Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    Product ID (PID) are displayed. 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-V LK 4-35...
  • Page 138 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 139: Chapter 5: Multiple Gpu Technology Support

    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 P8Z77-V LK Chapter 5 CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install ® Multiple GPU technology support certified.

  • Page 140: 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 PCIEX16 slots.

  • Page 141: Installing The Device Drivers

    From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card to act as the display GPU. Select Enable CrossFireX. Click Apply, and then click OK to exit the window. ASUS P8Z77-V LK CrossFireX™ technology ® desktop and select ® CrossFireX™ ®...

  • Page 142: Nvidia ® Sli™ Technology

    NVIDIA The motherboard supports the NVIDIA allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.2.1 Requirements • In SLI mode, you should have two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA certified.

  • Page 143: Installing The Device Drivers

    You can launch the NVIDIA Control Panel by the following two methods. Right click on the empty space of the Windows and select NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears (See Step B5). ASUS P8Z77-V LK SLI bridge SLI™ technology ®...
  • Page 144 If you cannot see the NVIDIA Control Panel item in step (A), select Personalize. From the Personalization window, select Display Settings. From the Display Settings dialog box, click Advanced Settings. Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support...
  • Page 145 Start the NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel window appears. Enabling SLI settings From the NVIDIA Control Panel window, select Set SLI Configuration. Click Enable SLI and set the display for viewing SLI rendered content. When done, click Apply. ASUS P8Z77-V LK...

  • Page 146: 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. Follow the succeeding onscreen instructions to complete the installation.

  • Page 147: Setting Up Your Display

    3D gaming performance. i-Mode (VGA output from motherboard) The motherboard’s IO ports and discrete graphic card is for reference only and may vary in different models. ASUS P8Z77-V LK d-Mode (VGA output from discrete graphics card)

  • Page 148: Configuring Lucidlogix® Virtu Mvp

    5.3.3 Configuring LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ Launch the Virtu MVP Control Panel to allow you to configure the main features, adjust the performance settings and select applications for graphical virtualization. To open the control panel, right-click LucidLogix® Virtu MVP™ icon in the notification area and select Open Virtu MVP Control Panel.
  • 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 P8Z77-V LK 5-11...
  • Page 150 Applications Allows you to select applications for graphic virtualization. Click to select a program to run by discrete card, iGPU, or Hyperformance Click to add, edit, or remove programs See the descriptions of these columns below: • D column allows you to run applications with the discrete graphic card. Select D to enable 3D graphical performance for that application.

  • Page 151: 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-V LK...

  • Page 152: 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 153: 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.
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