Motherboard P8Z77-V LX2
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................................... vi About this guide......................................................................................................... vii P8Z77-V LX2 specifications summary...................................................................... ix Package contents.......................................................................................................
3.4 3.5 Ai Tweaker menu......................................................................................... 3-8 Advanced menu........................................................................................ 3-16 3.5.1 CPU Configuration..................................................................... 3-16 3.5.3 SATA Configuration.................................................................... 3-20 3.5.2 3.5.4 3.5.5 3.5.6 3.5.7 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10 3.5.8 APM......................
4.3.11 4.3.12 4.3.13 Chapter 5 5.1 RAID support RAID definitions........................................................................... 5-1 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS..................................................... 5-2 5.1.4 Installing Serial ATA hard disks.................................................... 5-2 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility................... 5-3 Creating a RAID driver disk......................................................................
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.
About this guide This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following parts: • • • • • • • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
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 IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
P8Z77-V LX2 specifications summary CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors Supports 32nm and 22nm CPU Supports Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0* • The Intel® Turbo Boost technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. Chipset Memory • Refer to www.asus.com for Intel® CPU support list. Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(OC.)/1866(O.C.
P8Z77-V LX2 specifications summary USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - Supports ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. - 4 x USB 3.0 /2.0 ports (2 ports at the mid-board and 2 ports at the back panel) - 8 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) • The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions. UASP standard only supports Windows® 8.
P8Z77-V LX2 specifications summary Rear panel I/O ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x HDMI port 1 x RGB port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports 3-jack 8-channel audio I/O ports Internal I/O connectors 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports (19-pin) 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports 2 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (gray) 4 x SATA 3.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. LGA1155 P8Z77-V LX2 nual ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 motherboard Support DVD xii 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables User Ma User Guide 1 x I/O shield • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
Installation tools and components 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA1155 CPU Intel LGA1155 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.
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Product introduction 1.1 Special features 1.1.1 Product highlights 1 LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd/3rd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® Processors This motherboard supports Intel 2nd/3rd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3, Pentium, and Celeron processors in the LGA1155 package. It provides great graphics and system performance with its GPU, dual-channel DDR3 memory slots, and PCI Express 2.0/3.0 expansion slots.
Intel® Smart Response Technology Intel® Smart Response Technology, an important part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing, reduces load and wait time, eliminates unecessary hard drive spin thus lowering power usage, and uses an installed SSD (requires 18.6 GB available space) as a cache for frequently accessed data or applications. It combines SSD performance and hard drive capacity, operating up to six times faster than a hard-drive-only system, to boost the system’s overall performance.
8-channel high definition audio The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output and jack-detect feature that automatically detects and identifies what types of peripherals are plugged into the audio I/O jacks and notifies users of inappropriate connection, which means there will be no more confusion of Line-in, Line-out, and Mic jacks.
1.2 Motherboard overview 1.2.1 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. • Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
1.2.2 Motherboard layout 1 2 3 1 4 21.3cm(8.4in) CPU_FAN KBMS CHA_FAN2 DIGI +VRM HDMI ATX12V DDR3 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 240-pin module) LAN_USB12 CHA_FAN1 PWR_FAN AUDIO PCIEX1_1 USB3_34 P8Z77-V LX2 RTL 8111F 30.5cm(12.
Layout contents Connectors/Jumpers/Slots/LED 1. CPU, Chassis and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2, 3-pin PWR_FAN) 2. EATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 4-pin EATX12V) 3. Intel® CPU socket 4. DDR3 DIMM sockets 5. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) 6. Onboard LED (SB_PWR) 7. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1–4 [blue]) 8. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) 9. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) 10.
1.2.3 System memory DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) sockets. A DDR3 module has the same physical dimensions as a DDR2 DIMM but is notched differently to prevent installation on a DDR2 DIMM socket. DDR3 modules are developed for better performance with less power consumption.
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. Any excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2400MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP) 4GB(2x 2GB) SS/DS Chip Brand Chip Timing NO. Voltage SS - - 1.65V 9 DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs • • * The 2400MHz memory modules above are supported on Intel® 3rd generation processors by this motherboard; however, the actual frequency support varied depending on the O.C. margin of the installed CPU.
P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 2000MHz capability Vendors Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Chip Brand NO. Timing Voltage Apacer CORSAIR CORSAIR G.SKILL G.SKILL G.SKILL GEIL 78.AAGD5.
P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs - • • 1.65V1.85V • • - • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1.6V • • • 1.6V 1.5V 1.65V • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Vendors Part No. Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO.
P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1600MHz capability Size SS/ Chip DS Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage DIMM socket support (Optional) 1 DIMM 2 DIMMs 4 DIMMs 12GB(3x4GB) DS - - 9-9-9-27 1.65V • • • 2GB DS - • • • DS KTC 1.35V-1.
Part No. Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage Crucial Crucial CT12864BA1339.8FF CT25664BA1339.16FF BL25664BN13 37.16FF (XMP) 1GB 2GB 6GB (3 x 2GB) SS DS Micron Micron 9FF22D9KPT 9KF27D9KPT 9 9 - DS - - 7-7-7-24 1.65V ELPIDA EBJ10UE8EDF0-DJ-F 1GB SS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - ELPIDA EBJ21UE8EDF0-DJ-F 2GB DS ELPIDA J1108EDSE-DJ-F - 1GB SS G.
Vendors Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO.
P8Z77-V LX2 Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL) DDR3 1066MHz capability Size SS/ DS Chip Brand Chip NO. Timing Voltage CT12864BA1067.8FF CT25664BA1067.16FF EBJ10UE8EDF0-AE-F EBJ21UE8EDF0-AE-F KVR1066D3N7/1G (low KINGSTON profile) KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/2G KINGSTON KVR1066D3N7/4G MT8JTF12864AZMicron 1G1F1 MT16JTF25664AZMicron 1G1F1 1GB 2GB 1GB 2GB SS DS SS DS Micron Micron ELPIDA ELPIDA 9GF22D9KPT 9HF22D9KPT J1108EDSE-DJ-F J1108EDSE-DJ-F 7 7 - 1.35V(low voltage) 1.
1.2.4 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. 1 P8Z77-V LX2 2 3 4 5 6 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Slot Description PCIe 2.0 x1_1 slot PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 slot [blue] (at 16x mode) PCIe 2.0 x1_2 slot PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slot [black] (at 4x mode) PCI slot_1 PCI slot_2 Chapter 1 VGA configuration Single VGA/PCIe card Dual VGA/PCIe card 1-16 PCI Express operating mode PCIe 2.
• 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™ mode, use the PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slots for PCI Express x16 graphics cards to get better performance. • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
1.2.5 Jumpers Clear RTC RAM (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. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords. P8Z77-V LX2 CLRTC 1 2 2 Normal (Default) Clear RTC 3 P8Z77-V LX2 Clear RTC RAM To erase the RTC RAM: 1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. 2.
1.2.6 1. Onboard LED Standby Power LED The motherboard comes with a standby power LED that lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED. SB_PWR P8Z77-V LX2 ON Standby Power OFF Powered Off P8Z77-V LX2 Onboard LED 1.2.7 1.
2. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 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® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® Z77 chipset.
USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78) These connectors are for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed. PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND P8Z77-V LX2 USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND NC USB56 USB+5V USB_P8USB_P8+ GND NC USB78 PIN 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND 3. P8Z77-V LX2 USB2.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) NC AGND NC NC SENSE2_RETUR This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR 4.
6. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2; 3-pin PWR_FAN) 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.
7. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34) These connectors are for the additional USB 3.0 ports, and complies with the USB 3.0 specificaton that supports up to 480 MBps connection speed. If the USB 3.0 front panel cable is available from your system chassis, with this USB 3.0 connector, you can have a front panel USB 3.0 solution. USB3_34 P8Z77-V LX2 P8Z77-V LX2 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.
8. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA3G_1–4 [blue]) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s hard disk drives and optical disc drives via Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s signal cables.
9. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 4-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit.
11. System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. F_PANEL PWRLED+ PLEDPWR GND PWR LED PWR BTN PIN 1 HD_LED+ HD_LEDGround HWRST# (NC) P8Z77-V LX2 +HD_LED RESET P8Z77-V LX2 System panel connector • • • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDLED) This 2-pin connector is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable to this connector. The LED lights up or flashes when data is read from or written to the HDD.
12. Direct connector (2-pin DRCT) This connector is for the chassis-mounted button that supports the DirectKey function. Connect the button cable that supports DirectKey, from the chassis to this connector on the motherboard. WIN8_RE_BUTTON# GND DRCT P8Z77-V LX2 PIN 1 P8Z77-V LX2 DRCT connector Ensure that your chassis comes with the button cable that supports the DirectKey feature. Refer to the technical documentation that came with the chassis for details. 13.
Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2.1.1 Motherboard installation 2 The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 1. Install the I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel.
2. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel.
3. Place six screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 P8Z77-V LX2 DO NOT overtighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
2.1.2 CPU installation The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.
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2.1.3 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.
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2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 1 2 9 3 8 7 6 4 5 Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 Mouse port 6. USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port 7. USB 2.0 ports 3 and 4 3. Intel LAN (RJ-45) port* 8. HDMI port 4. Audio I/O ports** 9. PS/2 Keyboard port 5. USB 2.0 ports 1 and 2 ® * and **: Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LED and audio port definitions. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.
* LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED OFF No link OFF BLINKING Data activity Status ORANGE Description Linked Status Description ORANGE 100 Mbps connection GREEN ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED 10 Mbps connection 1 Gbps connection LAN port *** Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Headset 4-channel 2-channel Ports Line In Rear Speaker Out Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Pink Lime Mic In – Mic In – Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center – 8-channel Rear Spe
2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2.
Connect to 4.1 channel Speakers Connect to 5.1 channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1 channel Speakers Connect the rear speaker to the gray port when using the DTS UltraPC II feature.
2.3 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 2. 4. Ensure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: a. Monitor b. External SCSI devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c. System power 6.
BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
3.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup: • Press during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
3.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Exit/Advanced Mode, then select Advanced Mode. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section 3.7 Boot memu for details.
3.2.2 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 Advanced Mode, click Exit, then select Advanced Mode.
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. Back button This button appears when entering a submenu. Press or use the USB mouse to click this button to return to the previous menu screen.
3.3 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. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. Chapter 3 3-6 • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.2.
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: 1. Select the Administrator Password item and press . 2. From the Create New Password box, key in a password, then press . 3. Confirm the password when prompted. To change an administrator password: 1.
To change a user password: 1. Select the User Password item and press . 2. From the Enter Current Password box, key in the current password, then press . 3. From the Create New Password box, key in a new password, then press . 4. Confirm the password when prompted. To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press when prompted to create/confirm the password.
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] [Manual] Loads the optimal settings for the system. Allows you to individually set overclocking parameters. The following item appears only when you set the Ai Overclocking Tuner to [Manual]. BCLK/PCIE Frequency [XXX] Allows you to adjust the CPU and VGA frequency to enhance the system performance.
Internal PLL Overvoltage [Auto] Allows you to set the Internal PLL Overvoltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled]. CPU bus speed : DRAM speed ratio mode [Auto] Allows you to set the CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio mode. [Auto] DRAM speed is set to the optimized settings. [100:133] The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:133. [100:100] The CPU bus speed to DRAM speed ratio is set to 100:100. Memory Frequency [Auto] Allows you to set the memory operating frequency.
CPU Power Management The sub-items in this menu allow you to set the CPU ratio and features. CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to manually adjust the maximum non-turbo CPU ratio. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] Disables this function.
DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM spec and affects CPU voltage. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally to CPU loading. Higher value gets a higher voltage and better overclocking performance, but increases the CPU and VRM thermal. This item allows you to adjust the voltage range from the following percentages to boost the system performance: 0% (Regular), 25% (Medium), 50% (High), 75% (Ultra High) and 100% (Extreme).
iGPU Load-line Calibration [Auto] Allows you to set the iGPU Load-line Calibration. Configuration options: [Auto] [Regular] [High] [Extreme] The actual performance boost may vary depending on your CPU configuration. iGPU Current Capability [100%] Allows you to set the iGPU Current Capability. Configuration options: [100%] [110%] [120%] [130%] Chapter 3 DO NOT remove the thermal module while changing the DIGI+ VRM related parrameters . The thermal conditions should be monitored.
CPU Voltage [Offset Mode] [Manual Mode] [Offset Mode] Allows you to set a fixed CPU voltage. Allows you to set the Offset voltage. 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. Some of the following items are adjusted by typing the desired values using the numeric keypad and press the key. You can also use the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the value.
DRAM Voltage [Auto] Allows you to set the DRAM voltage. The values range from 1.185V to 2.135V with a 0.005V interval. According to Intel CPU spec, DIMMs with voltage requirement over 1.65V may damage the CPU permanently. We recommend you install the DIMMs with the voltage requirement below 1.65V.
3.5 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. 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.
Intel Adaptive Thermal Monitor [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the overheated CPU to throttle its clock speed to cool down. Disables the CPU thermal monitor function. Active Processor Cores [All] Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor package. Configuration options: [All] [1] [2] [3] Limit CPUID Maximum [Disabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allows legacy operating systems to boot even without support for CPUs with extended CPUID functions. Disables this function.
CPU Power Management Configuration CPU Ratio [Auto] Allows you to set the ratio between the CPU Core Clock and the BCLK Frequency. Use <+> and <-> keys to adjust the ratio. The valid value ranges vary according to your CPU model. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep Technology (EIST). [Disabled] The CPU runs at its default speed. [Enabled] The operating system controls the CPU speed.
3.5.2 PCH Configuration High Precision Timer [Enabled] Allows you to enable or disable the High Precision Event Timer. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Allows you to enable or disable the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology.Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] The following three items appear only when you set the Intel(R) Rapid Start Technology to [Enabled].
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. SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Allows you to set the SATA configuration. [IDE Mode] [AHCI Mode] [RAID Mode] Set to [IDE Mode] when you want to use the Serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices.
3.5.4 System Agent Configuration Memory Remap Feature [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Allow you to enable remapping the memory above 4GB. Disables this function. Graphics Configuration Primary Display [Auto] Allows you to select a primary display from IGFX, PEG, or PCI graphic devices, or select SG for switchable GFX. Configuration options: [Auto] [IGFX] [PEG] [PCI] iGPU Memory [64M] Allows you to set the iGPU memory size.
3.5.5 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB-related features. The USB Devices item shows the auto-detected values. If no USB device is detected, the item shows None. Legacy USB Support [Enabled] [Enabled] Enables the support for USB devices on legacy operating systems (OS). [Auto] Allows the system to detect the presence of USB devices at startup. If detected, the USB controller legacy mode is enabled. If no USB device is detected, the legacy USB support is disabled.
3.5.6 Onboard Devices Configuration HD Audio Controller [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the High Definition Audio Controller. Disables the controller. The following two items appear only when you set the HD Audio Controlleritem to [Enabled]. Front Panel Type [HD] Allows you to set the front panel audio connector (AAFP) mode to legacy AC’97 or highdefinition audio depending on the audio standard that the front panel audio module supports.
3.5.7 APM Restore AC Power Loss [Power Off] [Power On] The system goes into on 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. [Power Off] The system goes into off state after an AC power loss. Power On By PS/2 Keyboard [Disabled] [Disabled] Disables the Power On by a PS/2 keyboard. [Ctrl-Esc] Sets the Ctrl+Esc key on the PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system.
3.5.8 Network Stack Network Stack [Disabled] Enables or disables the UEFI network stack. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. CPU Temperature / MB Temperature [xxxºC/xxxºF] 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.
CPU Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the CPU Q-Fan control feature. CPU Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the CPU Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the CPU fan warning speed.
Chassis Q-Fan Control [Enabled] [Disabled] Disables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. [Enabled] Enables the Chassis Q-Fan control feature. Chassis Fan Speed Low Limit [600 RPM] This item appears only when you enable the Chassis Q-Fan Control feature and allows you to disable or set the chassis fan warning speed.
3.7 Boot menu The Boot menu items allow you to change the system boot options. Bootup NumLock State [On] [On] [Off] Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [On]. Sets the power-on state of the NumLock to [Off]. Full Screen Logo [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Enables the full screen logo display feature. Disables the full screen logo display feature. Set this item to [Enabled] to use the ASUS MyLogo 2™ feature.
USB Support [Partial Initial] [Disabled] [Full Initial] [Partial Initial] All USB devices will not be available until after OS boot. All USB devices will be available in OS and during POST. Specific USB port/device will not be available before OS boot. PS2 Keyboard and Mouse Support [Enabled] [Auto] [Enabled] Automatic configuration. Allows the BIOS to boot from PS/2 devices.
Launch Storage OpROM policy [Legacy first] Configuration option: [DO NOT launch] [Both, Legacy first] [Both, UEFI first] [Legacy first] [UEFI first] Other device ROM priority [Legacy first] Configuration option: [Legacy first] [UEFI first] Security Boot parameters This option allows you to configure the Secure Boot related parameters.
3.8 Tools menu The Tools menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility Allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 2. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.10.2 ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility. ASUS O.C.
3.9 Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select Yes to load the default values.
3.10 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility, or performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result in the system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions of this chapter to update your BIOS if necessary. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.
Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from Internet, and then click Next. 2. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. If you want to enable the BIOS downgradable function and auto BIOS backup function, check the checkboxs before the two items on the screen. Chapter 3 3-34 3. Select the BIOS version that you want to download. Click Next. 4.
Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, and then click Next. 2. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3. You can decide whether to change the BIOS boot logo. Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo or No to continue. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. • The screenshots in this section are for reference only. The actual BIOS information vary by models.
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. To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 2: 1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port. 2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
• This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.9 Exit Menu for details. 3.10.
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. The succeeding utility screens are for reference only. The actual utility screen displays may not be same as shown. Before updating BIOS 1. Prepare the motherboard support DVD and a USB flash drive in FAT32/16 format and single partition. 2.
3. When the Make Disk menu appears, select the FreeDOS command prompt item by pressing the item number. 4. At the FreeDOS prompt, type d: and press to switch the disk from Drive C (optical drive) to Drive D (USB flash drive). Welcome to FreeDOS (http://www.freedos.org)! C:\>d: D:\> Updating the BIOS file To update the BIOS file using BIOS Updater 1. At the FreeDOS prompt, type bupdater /pc /g and press . D:\>bupdater /pc /g 2. The BIOS Updater screen appears as below.
3. Press to switch between screen fields and use the keys to select the BIOS file and press . BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file and prompts you to confirm BIOS update. Are you sure to update BIOS? Yes 4. No Select Yes and press . When BIOS update is done, press to exit BIOS Updater. Restart your computer. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! • For BIOS Updater version 1.
Software support 4.1 Installing an operating system • • • 4.2 4 This motherboard supports Windows® 7 / 64-bit 7 operating systems (OS). To take advantage of all the features that come with this motherboard, ASUS strongly recommends using Windows® 7. Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed information.
4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals The software manuals are included in the support DVD. Follow the instructions below to get the necessary 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. 1. Click the Manual tab. Click ASUS Motherboard Utility Guide from the manual list on the left. 2. The Manual folder of the support DVD appears. Double-click the folder of your selected software.
4.3 Software information 4.3.1 AI Suite II Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. 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: 1.
4.3.2 TurboV EVO ASUS TurboV EVO includes TurboV that allows you to manually adjust the CPU frequency and related voltages such as Auto Tuning that offers automatic and easy overclocking and system boost performance. To launch AI Suite II, click 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.
Using Advanced Mode Click on the Advanced Mode tab to adjust the advanced voltage settings.
CPU Ratio Allows you to manually adjust the CPU ratio. • • • 1. 2. 3. The first time you use CPU Ratio, go to AI Tweaker > CPU Power Management in BIOS and set the Turbo Ratio item to [Maximum Turbo Ratio setting in OS]. Set the CPU Ratio Setting item in BIOS to [Auto] before using the CPU Ratio function in TurboV. Refer to the BIOS chapter of your motherboard user manual for details. The CPU Ratio bars show the status of the CPU cores, which vary with your CPU model. Click on the CPU Ratio tab.
GPU Boost GPU Boost overclocks the integrated iGPU for the best graphics performance. 1. Click More Settings > GPU Boost tab. 2. Adjust the iGPU Max Frequency and iGPU Voltage. 3. Click Yes to save the changes made. GPU Boost Target values Adjustment bars Current values Undoes all the changes Click to restore all startup settings Applies all the changes immediately Auto Tuning ASUS TurboV EVO provides you with a Fast Tuning mode.
3. After the system restarts, a message appears indicating that auto-tuning is successful. 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 while generating less heat to prolong component lifespan and minimize power loss. After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch DIGI+ VRM by clicking Tool > DIGI+ VRM on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Items Function description CPU Load-line Calibration 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 It allows you to adjust the voltage range to control CPU Load Line. Set to a high value for system performance or to a low value for power efficiency. CPU Current Capability A higher value provides wider total power range and extends the overclocking frequency range simultaneously. CPU Voltage Frequency It allows you to enable Spread Spectrum to enhance system stability.
4.3.4 EPU EPU is an energy-processing utility that provides several power-saving modes. When set to the Auto Mode, the system automatically changes its power-saving mode based on the current system condition. You can also configure the system settings such as CPU frequency, GPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control to customize a power-saving mode. Launching EPU To launch EPU, click Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
4.3.5 FAN Xpert+ Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speeds according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and your PC’s system loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
4.3.6 Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition. Launching Probe II To launch Probe II, click Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
4.3.7 Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to designate specific time spans on record to keep track of the three system statuses for certain purposes. Launching Sensor Recorder To launch Sensor Recorder, click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using Sensor Recorder Click on Voltage/ Temperature/ Fan Speed tabs for the status you want to monitor.
4. To track the recorded contents, set Type/ Date/ Select display items to display the history details. Chapter 4 Click on Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and a highlight of the system statuses will appear on the right panel.
4.3.8 USB 3.0 Boost ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and automatically increases a USB 3.0 device’s transfer speed up to 170%. Launching USB 3.0 Boost To launch USB 3.0 Boost, click Tool > USB 3.0 Boost on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Configuring USB 3.0 Boost 1. Connect a USB 3.0 device to the USB 3.0 port. USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the property of the USB 3.0 device and switches to Turbo mode or UASP mode (if UASP is supported by the USB 3.
4.3.9 Ai Charger Ai Charger is a unique software that allows you to quickly charge your Apple devices such as the iPod, iPhone, and iPad on your ASUS computer’s USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port. • There is no settings screen for the Ai Charger. After installation on your computer, the Ai Charger icon will appear on the Windows® taskbar. • The Ai Charger icon ( computer’s USB port. • Your Apple device can only be detected it the Apple USB driver is properly installed.
4.3.10 Network iControl ASUS Network iControl, a one-stop setup network control center that gives you the EZ Start, Quick Connection, and EZ Profile functions, makes it easier for you to manage your network bandwidth. It also allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a more convenient online experience. To launch Network iControl, click Tool > Network iControl from AI Suite II main menu bar. • • Ensure to install the LAN drivers before using this function.
Using Quick Connection Configuring the PPPoE connection settings Before enabling the Network iControl’s Quick Connection functions, you must configure the PPPoE connection settings To configure the PPPoE settings: 1. Right-click in the taskbar, and select Open Network and Sharing Center. 2. Right-click the PPPoE Connection, and select Properties. Chapter 4 3. Click the Options tab, and deselect Prompt for name and password, certificate, etc. Click OK to complete the auto PPPoE connection settings.
• You only need to configure the PPPoE connection settings once. • Obtain the necessary information about your PPPoE connection from your network provider. Configuring the Quick Connection To configure the auto-PPPoE connection: 1. Click the Quick Connection tab. 2. Tick Automatically connect online anytime option, then select the connection name in the Connection Name dropdown box. 3. Click Apply to enable PPPoE automatic network connection.
4.3.11 ASUS Update ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® environment. Launching ASUS Update To launch ASUS Update, click Update > ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Usi ng ASUS Update Select any of these options to update the BIOS: • Update BIOS from Internet Allows you to download the latest BIOS version from the ASUS website at www.asus. com and follow the onscreen instructions to update the BIOS.
4.3.12 MyLogo2 MyLogo2 allows you to customize the boot logo, which is the image that appears on the screen during the Power On Self Tests (POST). Launching ASUS Update To launch MyLogo2, click Update > MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Using MyLogo Select the option that you want to use to update your boot logo, click Next and follow the instructions below. Change the boot logo of a downloaded BIOS file and update (or do not update) this BIOS to the motherboard 1.
3. Do any of the following: • Click Auto Tune to adjust the image size or the image resolution. • Click Booting Preview to preview the boot image. 4. Click Next. 5. Click Flash to update the boot logo. 6. When prompted, click Yes to reboot the system. You will see the new boot logo the next time you start up the system. Ensure to enable the Full Screen Logo in BIOS to use this feature. 4.3.
A. Realtek HD Audio Manager with DTS UltraPC II for Windows® 7 Configuration option tabs (vary with the audio devices connected) Device advanced settings Exit button Minimize button Information button Control settings Set default device buttons Connector settings Analog and digital connector status B.
RAID support 5.1 RAID configurations The motherboard supports the following SATA RAID solutions: • 5 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology with RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and RAID 5 support. 5.1.1 • 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.
5.1.2 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: 1. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. Connect the SATA signal cables. 3. Connect a SATA power cable to the power connector on each drive. 5.1.
5.1.4 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To enter the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility: 1. Turn on the system. 2. During POST, press + to display the utility main menu. Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN 1. Create RAID Volume 2. Delete RAID Volume 3. Reset Disks to Non- MENU ] 4. Recovery Volume Options 5. Acceleration Options 6.
Creating a RAID set To create a RAID set: 1. From the utility main menu, select 1. Create RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology - Option ROM - v10.5.1.1070 Copyright(C) 2003-10 Intel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. [ CREATE VOLUME MENU ] Name: Volume0 RAID Level: Disks: Strip Size: Capacity: Sync: Create volume [ HELP ] Enter a unique volume name that has no special characters and is 16 characters or less.
5. Use the up/down arrow key to select a drive, and then press to select. A small triangle marks the selected drive. Press after completing your selection. 6. Use the up/down arrow key to select the stripe size for the RAID array (for RAID 0, 10 and 5 only),and then press . The available stripe size values range from 4KB to 128KB.
Deleting a RAID set Be cautious 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: 1. From the utility main menu, select 2. Delete RAID Volume and press . The following screen appears: [ DELETE VOLUME MENU ] Name Volume0 Level Drives RAID0(Stripe) 2 Capacity 298.0GB Status Normal Bootable Yes [ HELP ] Deleting a volume will reset the disks to non-RAID. ALL DISK DATA WILL BE DELETED.
Exiting the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM utility To exit the utility: 1. From the utility main menu, select 5. Exit, and then press . The following warning message appears: [ CONFIRM EXIT ] Are you sure you want to exit? (Y/N): Press to exit or press to return to the utility main menu. Chapter 5 2.
5.2 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. 5.2.1 • 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. • Windows® XP may not recognize the USB floppy disk drive due to Windows® XP limitation. To work around this OS limitation, refer to section 5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive.
5.2.3 Installing the RAID driver during Windows® OS installation To install the RAID driver in Windows® XP: 1. During the OS installation, the system prompts you to press the key to install third-party SCSI or RAID driver. 2. Press , and then insert the floppy disk with RAID driver into the USB floppy disk drive. 3. When prompted to select the SCSI adapter to install, select the RAID driver for the corresponding OS version. 4.
5.2.4 Using a USB floppy disk drive Due to OS limitation, 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. Refer to the steps below: 1. Using another computer, plug the USB floppy disk drive, and insert the floppy disk containing the RAID driver. 2.
7. Use Notepad to open the file. 8. Find the [HardwareIds.scsi.iaAHCI_DesktopWorkstationServer] and [HardwareIds.scsi.iaStor_DesktopWorkstationServer] sections in the txtsetup.oem file. 9. 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_0
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Intel® technologies 6.1 Introduction to Intel® 2012 Desktop responsiveness technologies 6 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 • Intel® Rapid Start Technology • Intel® Smart Connect Technology 6.1.
SSD Capacity Requirements Intel® storage combinations SSD Partition Capacity Requirements System DRAM 2GB 4GB 8GB Intel® Rapid Start 2GB 4GB 8GB Intel® Smart Response 20GB 20GB 20GB Intel® Smart Response and Intel® Rapid Start Separate 20GB and 2GB partition (SSD size > 22GB) Separate 20GB and 4GB partition (SSD size > 24GB) Separate 20GB and 8GB partition (SSD size > 28GB) Intel® Smart Response, Intel® Rapid Start, and Intel® Smart Connect Separate 20GB and 2GB partition (SSD size > 22GB
6.1.2 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. Power consumption also goes down by reducing unnecessary hard drive spin.
Select Disable Acceleration to disable this function, and select Change Mode to switch acceleration mode to Enhanced/ Maximized. 3. > • 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. • If you want to restore the OS, go to BIOS Option ROM > Acceleration Options and remove the Disks/Volume Acceleration to disable Intel® Smart Response Technology.
3. Right click the New Volume that you want to shrink from, and select Shrink Volume. 4. 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. If your SSD is smaller than 64GB, and is set to Full disk capacity caching option for Intel® Smart Response, you can not see any volume in the Disk Management.
6. To launch the disk partitioning tool, click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt tool. 7. Type diskpart and press Enter. 8. 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 . • • The value “x” refers to a disk number where you created the unallocated partition. Refer to step 5 for details about the unallocated disk space in the SSD. 9.
12. 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. 13. Reboot the system after creating the partition.
2. 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 the scroll bar to the desired time. When the system is idle for more than the time period you set, the system automatically goes into the Intel® Rapid Start mode. Default time is 10 minutes.
5. 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. The diskpart utility deletes the selected partition. 7. In the desktop, click Start, right-click Computer, and click Manage. 8.
10. Click Next after selecting the default selected disk. 11. Extend volume setup is completed. Click Finish to recover the Intel® Rapid Start Technology partition. 12. Reboot the system after deleting the partition. 13. 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. 6.1.
5. Select all and click Next for Custom Setup. 6. Click Install to proceed the installation. 7. Click Yes to restart your system, and for the newly installed Intel® Smart Connect 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. Ensure that the internet is in connection when enabling the Intel® Smart Connect Technology. 1.
3. 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. 4. In the Advanced tab, set up the schedule during low power usage time period for power saving. This setting only applies to the assigned time period. 5. 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.
Multiple GPU support 7.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 7.1.1 Requirements 7 The motherboard supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in this section. • • • In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are AMD® certified. Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX technology.
7.1.3 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. 1. Prepare two CrossFireX-ready graphics cards. 2. Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. If your motherboard has more than two PCIEX16 slots, refer to Chapter 1 in this user manual for the locations of the PCIEX16 slots recommended for multi-graphics card installation. 3.
5. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply to the two graphics cards separately. 6. Connect a VGA or a DVI cable to the graphics card. 7.1.4 Installing the device drivers Refer to the documentation that came with your graphics card package to install the device drivers. Ensure that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www.amd.com). 7.1.
Enabling Dual CrossFireX technology 1. In the Catalyst Control Center window, click Performance > AMD CrossFireXTM. 2. Select Enable CrossFireXTM. 3. Select a GPU combination from the drop-down list. 4. Click Apply to save and activate the GPU settings made.
Appendices Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s).
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
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ASUS P8Z77-V LX2 A-5 (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Asus Computer International Date : Signature : Representative Person’s Name : Aug. 20, 2012 Steve Chang / President This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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