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  • Page 1 P8H77-M LE...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ..................vi About this guide ..................vi P8H77-M LE specifications summary ............. viii Chapter 1: Product introduction Welcome! ..................1-1 Package contents ................. 1-1 Special features ................1-1 1.3.1 Product highlights ............1-1 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features ..........1-3 1.3.3...
  • Page 4 Managing and updating your BIOS ..........2-1 2.1.1 ASUS Update utility ............2-1 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 ............2-2 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility ........2-3 2.1.4 ASUS BIOS Updater ............2-4 BIOS setup program ..............2-6 Main menu .................. 2-10 2.3.1 System Language [English] ..........
  • Page 5 2.7.8 Boot Option Priorities ............ 2-27 2.7.9 Boot Override ..............2-27 Tools menu ................. 2-28 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility ..........2-28 2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile ............2-28 2.8.3 ASUS SPD Information ..........2-28 Exit menu ..................2-29 Appendices...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.

  • Page 7: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 8: P8H77-M Le Specifications Summary

    ® - 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at midboard, 2 ports at back panel) support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost Turbo Mode and UASP Mode* - 10 x USB 2.0 ports (6 ports at midboard, 4 ports at back panel) The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows...
  • Page 9 1 x MemOK! button 1 x Clear CMOS jumper BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI BIOS, PnP, DMI v2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI v2.0a, SM BIOS v2.5, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, ASUS EZ Flash 2 Manageability WOL, PXE, PME Wake Up Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

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

  • Page 12: Pci Express

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

  • Page 13: Innovative Asus Features

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

  • Page 14: Asus Mylogo2

    Get your system up and running in no time. AI Suite II With its fast user-friendly interface, ASUS AI Suite II consolidates all the exclusive ASUS features into one simple to use software package. It allows you to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, and voltage and sensor readings.

  • Page 15: Other Special Features

    BIOS file using the bundled support DVD or USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. C.P.R. (CPU Parameter Recall) The BIOS C.P.R.

  • Page 16: Before You Proceed

    Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • 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 17: Motherboard Overview

    Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis P8H77-M LE ASUS P8H77-M LE...

  • Page 18: Motherboard Layout

    20.8cm(8.2in) KBMS_USB34 CPU_FAN DIGI +VRM HDMI EATX12V MemOK! DRAM_LED USB3_12 LAN_USB12 8111F CHA_FAN Lithium Cell CMOS Power AUDIO PCIEX16 P8H77-M LE SATA3G_2 SATA3G_1 PCIEX1_1 1083 Super Intel ® 64Mb BIOS SB_PWR PCI1 SATA3G_4 SATA3G_3 PCIEX4_1 SPDIF_OUT SPEAKER SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1 USB910...

  • Page 19: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/transit-related. • Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1155 socket.

  • Page 20: Installing The Cpu

    1.6.1 Installing the CPU The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 21 ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-11...

  • Page 22: Cpu Heatsink And Fan Assembly Installation

    1.6.2 CPU heatsink and fan assembly installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. To install the CPU heatsink and fan assembly 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 23 To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan assembly ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-13...

  • Page 24: System Memory

    Channel A DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 P8H77-M LE P8H77-M LE 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets 1.7.2 Memory configurations You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration.
  • Page 25 P8H77-M LE Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3-1866 MHz capability DIMM socket support (Optional) Chip Chip Vendors Part No. Size Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs A-DATA AX3U1866PB2G8-DP2(XMP) 8-8-8-24 1.55V-1.75V • CORSAIR CMT4GX3M2A1866C9(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) 9-9-9-24 1.65V •...
  • Page 26 DDR3-1600 MHz capability (continued) DIMM socket Chip support (Optional) Vendors Part No. Size Chip NO. Timing Voltage Brand 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX(XMP) 4GB(2 x 2GB) DS - 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • KINGSTON KHX1600C9D3T1K3/6GX(XMP) 6GB(3 x 2GB) DS - 1.65V •...
  • Page 27 DS - 7-7-7-20 1.5V • • TAKEMS TMS2GB364D081-138EY DS - 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • TAKEMS TMS2GB364D082-138EW DS - 8-8-8-24 1.5V • • UMAX E41302GP0-73BDB DS UMAX U2S24D30TP-13 • • WINTEC 3WVS31333-2G-CNR DS AMPO AM3420803-13H • • ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-17...
  • Page 28 • 1 DIMM: Supports one module inserted into any slot as single-channel memory configuration. • 2 DIMMs: Supports one pair of modules inserted into both slots as one pair of dual- channel memory configuration. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. 1-18 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 29: Installing A Dimm

    DIMM. Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force. DIMM notch Remove the DIMM from the socket. ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-19...

  • Page 30: Expansion Slots

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

  • Page 31: Pci Express X16 Slot

    Normal Clear RTC (Default) P8H77-M LE Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2. 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 32: Connectors

    Except when clearing the RTC RAM, never remove the cap on CLRTC jumper default position. Removing the cap will cause system boot failure! • If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and move the jumper again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data.
  • Page 33 HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4. These two 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0/1.1 devices. ASUS P8H77-M LE 1-23...

  • Page 34: Internal Connectors

    Legacy AC’97 pin definition compliant definition P8H77-M LE 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. • If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD].

  • Page 35: Atx Power Connectors

    The system may become unstable or may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus. com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. ASUS P8H77-M LE...
  • Page 36 • The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 2A (24 W) fan power. • Only the 4-pin CPU fan supports the ASUS Q-Fan 2 feature. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS) This connector is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this connector.

  • Page 37: Speaker Connector

    PIN 1 P8H77-M LE +HDLED RESET P8H77-M LE 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. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 38 480 Mbps connection speed. USB910 USB78 USB56 P8H77-M LE P8H77-M LE USB2.0 connector Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB module cable is purchased separately. 1-28 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 39 This connector is for the additional USB 3.0 ports. Connect the USB 3.0 bracket cable to this connector, then install the USB 3.0 bracket to the rear side of the chassis. If your chassis support customized front panel installation, with ASUS USB 3.0 header, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution.

  • Page 40: Onboard Switches

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

  • Page 41: Onboard Leds

    P8H77-M LE Standby Power Powered Off P8H77-M LE 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 42: Software Support

    The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates. To run the Support DVD Place the Support DVD to the optical drive.

  • Page 43: Chapter 2: Bios Information

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

  • Page 44: Asus Ez Flash 2

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

  • Page 45: Asus Crashfree Bios 3 Utility

    2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.

  • Page 46: Asus Bios Updater

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

  • Page 47: Updating The Bios File

    Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. Refer to section 2.9 Exit menu for details. • Ensure to connect all SATA hard disk drives after updating the BIOS file if you have disconnected them. ASUS P8H77-M LE...

  • Page 48: Bios Setup Program

    • The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard.
  • Page 49 Displays the Advanced mode menus • The boot device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system. • The Boot Menu(F8) button is available only when the boot device is installed to the system. ASUS P8H77-M LE...

  • Page 50: Advanced Mode

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

  • Page 51: Scroll Bar

    You cannot select an item that is not user-configurable. A configurable field is highlighted when selected. To change the value of a field, select it and press <Enter> to display a list of options. ASUS P8H77-M LE...

  • Page 52: Main Menu

    Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. UEFI BIOS Utility - Advanced Mode Exit Main...

  • Page 53: Administrator Password

    To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-11...

  • Page 54: Ai Tweaker Menu

    Ai Tweaker menu The Ai Tweaker menu items allow you to configure overclocking-related items. 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.

  • Page 55: Memory Frequency [Auto]

    Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST). ® [Disabled] Disables this function. [Enabled] The operating system dynamically adjusts the processor voltage and core frequency which may result in decreased average consumption and decreased average heat production. ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-13...

  • Page 56: Digi+ Vrm

    Turbo Mode [Enabled] This item appears only when you set the previous 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 Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and Turbo Mode items to [Enabled].

  • Page 57: Cpu Voltage [Offset Mode]

    To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the <Enter> key. 2.4.9 CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Offset Mode] To offset the voltage by a positive or negative value. [Manual Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-15...

  • Page 58: Igpu Voltage [Offset Mode]

    CPU Offset Mode Sign [+] This item appears only when you set the CPU Voltage item to [Offset Mode]. To offset the voltage by a positive value. [–] To offset the voltage by a negative value. CPU Offset Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU Offset voltage.

  • Page 59: Cpu Pll Voltage [Auto]

    The items shown in submenu may be different due to the CPU you installed. Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. [Disabled] Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-17...

  • Page 60: Cpu Power Management Configuration

    Hyper-threading [Enabled] The Intel Hyper-Threading Technology allows a hyper-threading processor to appear as two logical processors to the operating system, allowing the operating system to schedule two threads or processes simultaneously. [Enabled] Two threads per activated core are enabled. [Disabled] Only one thread per activated core is enabled.

  • Page 61: Pch Configuration

    Hot Plug [Disabled] This item only appears when you set the SATA Mode Selection item to [AHCI] or [RAID] and allows you to enable or disable the hot-plug support for each SATA port. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-19...

  • Page 62: System Agent Configuration

    2.5.4 System Agent Configuration Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] [Enabled] Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. [Disabled] Disables this function. Graphics Configuration Primary Display [Auto] Allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device. Configuration options: [Auto] [iGPU] [PCIE] [PCI] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to select the amount of system memory allocated to DVMT 5.0 used by the iGPU.

  • Page 63: Onboard Devices Configuration

    The system goes into on state after an AC power loss. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. [Last State] The system goes into either off or on state, whatever the system state was before the AC power loss. ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-21...

  • Page 64: Network Stack

    Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Space Bar] Sets the Space Bar on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Ctrl-Esc] Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system. [Power Key] Sets Power key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.

  • Page 65: Monitor Menu

    Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit 600 RPM Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Scroll down to display the following items: Chassis Fan Profile Standard Anti Surge Support Enabled Version 2.10.1208. Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-23...

  • Page 66: Cpu / Chassis Fan Speed

    2.6.1 CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxx�C/xxx�F] [xxx�C/xxx�F] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and motherboard temperatures. Select Ignore if you do not wish to display the detected temperatures. 2.6.2 CPU / Chassis Fan Speed [xxxx RPM] or [Ignore] / [N/A] The onboard hardware monitor automatically detects and displays the CPU and chassis fan speeds in rotations per minute (RPM).

  • Page 67: Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled]

    60% to 100%. When the chassis temperature is under 40ºC, the chassis fan will operate at the minimum duty cycle. 2.6.6 Anti Surge Support [Enabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the Anti Surge function. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-25...

  • Page 68: Boot Menu

    [Disabled] Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature. Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when the Full Screen Logo item is set to [Disabled] and allows you to set the waiting time for the system to display the post report.

  • Page 69: Option Rom Messages [Force Bios]

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

  • Page 70: Tools Menu

    > ASUS SPD Information 2.8.1 ASUS EZ Flash 2 Utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. Press [Enter] to launch the ASUS EZ Flash 2 screen. For more details, see section 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2. 2.8.2 ASUS O.C. Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS settings.

  • Page 71: 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 devices that have a filesystem. ASUS P8H77-M LE 2-29...
  • Page 72 2-30 Chapter 2: BIOS information...

  • Page 73: 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 P8H77-M LE...

  • Page 74: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different...

  • Page 75: Asus Contact Information

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

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