User Guide EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Table of Contents User Guide ............................................................................................................... 1 EVGA Z77 FTW ....................................................................................................... 1 Motherboard ............................................................................................................. 1 Before You Begin… .................................................................................
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard BIOS Select Switch .............................................................................................. 177 Connecting Internal Headers .................................................................................. 18 Front Panel Header ................................................................................................ 18 IEEE 1394a (Firewire) ............................................................................................ 19 USB Headers .....
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Before You Begin… Thank you for purchasing the EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard. This board is based off of the new Intel Z77 chipset with native support for SATA III/6G and USB 3.0 for the performance you demand, delivered when you need it. As always this board comes with the added bonus of EVGA’s industry leading 24/7 technical support in case you ever have any issues or questions.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Intentions of the Kit This kit provides you with the motherboard and all connecting cables necessary to install the motherboard into a PC case. If you are building a PC, you will use most of the cables provided in the kit. If however, you are replacing a motherboard, you will not need many of the cables. When replacing a motherboard in a PC case, you will need to reinstall an operating system even though the current Hard Disk Drive may already have one installed.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Motherboard Specifications Size EATX form factor of 12 inches x 10.375 inches Microprocessor support Intel Socket 1155 Processor Operating systems: Supports Windows 7/Vista/XP 32 and 64 bit Contains Intel Z77 chipset System Memory support Supports Dual channel DDR3-2133+. Officially supports up to 32GBs of DDR3 memory. USB 2.0 Ports Supports hot plug Supports wake-up from S1 and S3 mode Supports USB 2.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Onboard IEEE 1394a (Firewire) Supports hot plug Onboard Audio Realtek High-Definition audio Supports 8-channel audio Supports Jack-Sensing function PCI-E Support PCI-E 3.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Equipment The following accessories are included with the EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard: The EVGA Z77 Motherboard This PCI-E motherboard contains the Intel Z77 chipset and is SLI-ready. 1 - Visual Guide Helps to quickly and visually guide you through the hardware installation of the motherboard. 1 - I/O Shield Installs in the system case to block radio frequency transmissions, protect internal components from dust, foreign objects, and aids in proper airflow within the chassis.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard 1 – 1394A Firewire Bracket Allows addition of firewire 1394A output by connecting to the motherboard header. 2 – SATA II/3G Data Cables Used to support the SATA protocol and each one connects a single drive to the motherboard. 2 – SATA III/6G Data Cables Used to support the SATAIII/6G high speed protocol and each one connects a single drive to the motherboard. 1 - 3-way SLI Bridge Bridges three (3) graphics cards together which allows for 3-way SLI.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Hardware Installation This section will guide you through the installation of the motherboard. The topics covered in this section are: Preparing the motherboard Installing the CPU Installing the CPU fan Installing the memory Installing the motherboard Connecting cables Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Preparing the Motherboard Installing the CPU Be very careful when handling the CPU. Hold the processor only by the edges and do not touch the bottom of the processor. Use the following procedure to install the CPU onto the motherboard: Unhook the socket lever by pushing down and away from the socket. Pull the socket lever back and the load plate will automatically lift. There is a protective socket cover within the CPU socket to protect the socket when there is no CPU installed.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Align the notches in the processor with the notches on the socket. Lower the processor straight down into the socket without tilting or sliding it into the socket. Note: Make sure the CPU is fully seated and level in the socket. Close the load plate over the CPU and press down while you close and engage the socket lever. Align notches with notches on the CPU The CPU installation is complete.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Installing System Memory (DIMMs) Your new motherboard has four 240-pin slots for DDR3 memory. These slots support 1GB, 2GB and 4GB DDR3 DIMMs. There must be at least one memory slot populated to ensure normal operation. Use the following the recommendations for installing memory. One DIMM: If using 1 DIMM (Single Channel), install into: DIMM slot 2. Two or Four DIMMs: If using 2 DIMMs (Dual Channel), install into: DIMM slots 2 and 4.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Installing the Motherboard The sequence of installing the motherboard into a system case depends on the chassis you are using and if you are replacing an existing motherboard or working with an empty system case. Determine if it would be easier to make all the connections prior to this step or to secure the motherboard and then make all the connections. It is normally easier to secure the motherboard first.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Securing the Motherboard into a System Case Most system cases have a base with mounting studs or spacers to allow the motherboard to be secured to the chassis and help to prevent short circuits. If there are studs that do not align with a mounting hole on the motherboard, it is recommended that you remove that stud to prevent the possibility of a short circuit. In most cases, it is recommended to secure the motherboard using a minimum of nine (9) spacers and screws. 1.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard USB 3.0 Expansion slots CMOS Clear Button 24-pin ATX Power (PWR_24) PWR_24 is the main power supply connector located along the edge of the board next to the DIMM slots. Make sure that the power supply cable and pins are properly aligned with the connector on the motherboard. Firmly plug the power supply cable into the connector and make sure it is secure. PWR_24 connector Plug power cable from system power supply to PW1 Board edge Figure 1.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard 8-pin ATX 12V Power (ATX_PWR_SP1 & ATX_PWR_SP) PW12-1 & PW12-2, the 8-pin ATX 12V power connection, is used to provide power to the CPU. Align the pins to the connector and press firmly until seated. +12V GND BIOS Select Switch The BIOS Select Switch is located directly to the right of the PC speaker on the lower edge of the mainboard. This jumper controls which of physical BIOS chips are to be used when the system is powered on.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Connecting Internal Headers Front Panel Header The front panel header on this motherboard is one connector used to connect the following four cables. (see Table 2 for pin definitions): PWRLED Attach the front panel power LED cable to these two pins of the connector. The Power LED indicates the system’s status. When the system is powered on, the LED will be on. When the system is turned off, the LED is off. When the system is in S1, S3, S4 status, the LED will blink.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard IEEE 1394a (Firewire) The IEEE 1394a expansion cable bracket is provided in the box but if you do not require the additional external connections, you do not need to install it. 1. Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of the system case (not all system cases are equipped with the front panel option). Connect the end of the cable(s) to the IEEE 1394a headers on the motherboard. Table 3.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard USB Headers This motherboard contains six (6) USB 2.0 ports that are exposed on the rear panel of the chassis. The motherboard also contains two 10pin internal header connectors onboard that can be used to connect an optional external bracket containing up to four (4) USB 2.0 ports. 1. Secure the bracket to either the front or rear panel of your chassis (not all chassis are equipped with the front panel option). 2. Connect the two ends of the cables to the USB 2.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Audio The audio connector supports HD audio standard and provides two kinds of audio output choices: the Front Audio and the Rear Audio. The Front Audio supports re-tasking function. Table 5.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard PCI-E x1 Slots There are PCI-E x1 slots that are designed to accommodate less bandwidthintensive cards, such as a modem, sound or LAN card. PCI-E x16/x8 Slots These PCI-E slots are reserved for Graphics Cards and PCI-E x1, x4, x8 and x16 devices. The design of this motherboard supports multiple Graphics Card technologies such as SLI or CrossFireX. When installing a PCI-E Graphics Card, be sure the retention clip snaps and locks the card into place.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Onboard Buttons These onboard buttons include RESET, POWER and Clear CMOS. These functions allow you to easily reset the system, turn on/off the system, or clear the CMOS. Clear CMOS Button The motherboard uses the CMOS RAM to store all the set parameters. The CMOS can be cleared by pressing the Clear CMOS button either onboard or on the external I/O Panel. External Clear CMOS Button RESET and POWER Button These onboard buttons allow you to easily turn on/off the system.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Post Port Debug LED and LED Status Indicators Post Port Debug LED Provides two-digit POST codes to show why the system may be failing to boot. It is useful during troubleshooting situations. This Debug LED will also display current CPU socket temperatures after the system has fully booted into the Operating System. Debug LED with CPU Temperature Monitor LED Status Indicators Theses LEDs indicate the system’s status. POWER LED (Red): When the System is powered on: This LED is on.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Installing Drivers and Software Note: It is important to remember that before installing the driver CD that is shipped in the kit, you need to load your operating system. The motherboard supports Windows 7, Vista and XP both 32 and 64 Bit. The kit comes with a CD that contains utilities, drivers, and additional software.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Windows 7/Vista/XP Driver Installation 1. Insert the EVGA Z77 FTW installation CD for the motherboard included in the kit. 2. The CD will autorun, install the drivers and utilities listed on the install screen. If the CD does not run, go to My Computer and click on the CD to open. Appendix A. POST Codes This section provides the AMI POST Codes (Table 6) for the EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard during system boot up.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard 0A 0B 0C0D 0E 0F 10 1114 1518 191C 1D2A 2B 2C 2D 2E 2F 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 373A 3B3E 3F4E 4F 50 OEM initialization after microcode loading Cache initialization Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes Microcode not found Microcode not loaded PEI Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started Pre-memory North Bridge initialization is started Pre-memory South Bridge initialization is started OEM pre-memory initialization codes Memory initialization.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 5A 5B 5C5F E0 E1 E2 E3 E4E7 E8EB ECEF F0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5F7 F8 F9 FA FB– 28 incompatible memory speed Memory initialization error. SPD reading has failed Memory initialization error. Invalid memory size or memory modules do not match. Memory initialization error. No usable memory detected Unspecified memory initialization error.
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard FF 60 61 62 6367 68 69 6A 6B6F 70 71 72 7377 78 79 7A– 7F 80– 8F 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 9A 9B 9C 9D 9E– 9F A0 A1 A2 DXE Core is started NVRAM initialization Installation of the South Bridge Runtime Services CPU DXE initialization is started PCI host bridge initialization North Bridge DXE initialization is started North Bridge DXE SMM initialization is started North Bridge DXE initialization (North Bridge module specific) South Bridge DXE initialization is started South Brid
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 AA AB AC AD AE AF B0 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8BF C0– CF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA 30 IDE Enable SCSI initialization is started SCSI Reset SCSI Detect SCSI Enable Setup Verifying Password Start of Setup Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Setup Input Wait Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MA
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard EVGA Glossary of Terms 1337 – This is reserved for EVGA level elite AC – Alternating Current ACPI - Advanced Configuration and Power Interface AFR – Alternate Frame Rendering APIC - Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller ACPI – Advanced Configuration and Power Interface BCLK – Base Clock (or operating frequency of base system bus) BIOS - Basic Input Output System CD-ROM - Compact Disc Read-Only Memory CMOS - Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor CPU – Central Processing Unit
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard FSB – Front Side Bus – For The Win! GHz – Gigahertz GPU – Graphics Processing Unit HDD - Hard Disk Drive HDMI - High-Definition Multimedia Interface HDR – High Dynamic Range Lighting HPET - High Precision Event Timer HT – Hyper-Threading HSF - Heat Sink Fan I/O - Input/Output IDE - Integrated Drive Electronics IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IGP - Integrated Graphics Processors IMC – Integrated memory controller IRQ - Interrupt Request JBOD - Just a Bunch o
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturer PATA - Parallel Advanced Technology Attachment PCB - Printed Circuit Board PCI - Peripheral Component Interconnect PCIe - Peripheral Component Interconnect Express PCI-x - Peripheral Component Interconnect Extended POST – Power on Self Test PWM – Pulse Width Modulation QDR - Quad Data Rate QPI – Quick Path Interconnect RAID - Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks RGB - Red Green Blue SATA - Serial Advanced Technology Attachment SB - Southbridge
EVGA Z77 FTW Motherboard Compliance Information FCC Compliance Information This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. 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. 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.
