Contents
About this guide....................................................................................................... viii
Installation tools and components.......................................................................... xv
Special features..........................................................................................1-1
Motherboard overview...............................................................................1-8
Building your PC system...........................................................................2-1
BIOS update utility...................................................................................2-12
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Starting up for the first time....................................................................2-17
Turning off the computer.........................................................................2-18
Knowing BIOS............................................................................................3-1
BIOS setup program..................................................................................3-2
Main menu ..................................................................................................3-6
Ai Tweaker menu........................................................................................3-8
Advanced menu .......................................................................................3-19
Monitor menu ...........................................................................................3-31
Boot menu ................................................................................................3-34
Tools menu ...............................................................................................3-36
Exit menu..................................................................................................3-37
Updating BIOS..........................................................................................3-38
Support DVD information..........................................................................4-1
Software information.................................................................................4-3
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Safety information
Electrical safety
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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet
before relocating the system.
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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.
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Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
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Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
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Place the product on a stable surface.
If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
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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:
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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.
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Chapter 2: Basic Installation
This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when
installing system components.
Chapter 3: BIOS setup
This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus.
Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided.
Chapter 4: Software support
This chapter describes the contents of the support DVD that comes with the
motherboard package and the software.
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Chapter 5: RAID Support
This chapter describes how to install and configure RAID support for hard drives.
Chapter 6: Intel® Technologies
This chapter is an introduction to the Intel® 2012 desktop responsiveness technologies
included with the motherboard.
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Chapter 7: LucidLogix Virtu MVP
This chapter describes how to configure LucidLogix Virtu MVP.
Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1.
2.
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. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
completing a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
completing a task
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Typography
Bold text
Italics
Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.
<Key>
Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign
means that you must press the enclosed key.
Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or
Return key.
<Key1> + <Key2> + <Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
names are linked with a plus sign (+).
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P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD specifications summary
CPU
LGA1155 socket for Intel® 3rd / 2nd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 /
Core™ i3 / Pentium® / Celeron® Processors
Supports 22/32nm CPU
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0*
*
The Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list
Chipset
Memory
Intel® Z77 Express Chipset
2 x DIMM, max. 16GB, DDR3 2400 (O.C.)* / 2200 (O.C.)* / 2133 (O.C.) /
1866 (O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory
Dual channel memory architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
*
Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual
CPUs. Please refer to Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) for details.
Expansion slots
VGA
1 x PCI Express 3.0*/2.0 x16 slots
Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors support PCIe 3.0.
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Integrated Graphics Processor - Intel® HD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support: DisplayPort/HDMI/DVI-I port
- Supports DisplayPort 1.1a with max. resolution of 2560 x 1600@60Hz
- Supports HDMI 1.4a with max. resolution of 1920 x 1200@60Hz
- Supports DVI-I Single Link with max. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz
Supports Intel® InTru™ 3D / Quick Sync Video / Clear Video HD
Technology/Insider™
Multi-GPU support
LAN
Supports Lucidlogix Virtu MVP Technology*
*LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® 7 operating system.
Intel® 82579V Gigabit LAN controller—Dual interconnect between the
integrated LAN controller and Physical Layer (PHY)
Wireless Data
Network
Intel® Wi-Fi 802.11 a/g/n supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz
Supports Intel® Wireless Display**
*Wi-fi only supports Window® 7 or later versions.
**Intel® Wireless Display is only supported on Intel® Core™ processors
with iGPU.
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Intel® Z77 Express Chipset
Storage
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2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support
2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support
2 x eSATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (back panel) with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
support
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Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology, Intel® Rapid Start
Technology, Intel® Smart Connect Technology*
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Supports Intel® Core™ processors on Windows® 7 operating system.
** These SATA ports are for data hard drives only. ATAPI devices are not
supported.
Bluetooth
Audio
Bluetooth v4.0
Bluetooth v3.0 + HS
Realtek® ALC898 8-channel high definition audio CODEC*
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Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit True BD Lossless Sound
DTS UltraPC II
DTS Connect
Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming and front panel jack-
retasking
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Optical S/PDIF out ports at back I/O
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Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support an
8-channel audio output.
ASMedia® USB 3.0 controller - supports ASUS USB 3.0
Boost UASP Mode
USB
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2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)
Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - supports ASUS USB 3.0
Boost UASP Mode*
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2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at mid-board for front panel support
2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports at back panel (blue)
Intel® Z77 Express Chipset
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8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back
panel)
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The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions. The
UASP standard only supports Windows®
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BIOS features
Manageability
64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, SM
BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2,
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen function, F3 Shortcut
function, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory
information
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE
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ASUS unique features
ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM
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Industry leading digital 10-phase power design (8-phase for
CPU, 2-phase for iGPU)
ASUS EPU
EPU
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ASUS TPU
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Auto Tuning, TurboV, GPU Boost, TPU switch
ASUS Exclusive Features:
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Wi-fi Engine
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
Network iControl
USB 3.0 Boost
USB Charger+
AI Charger+
Disk Unlocker
AI Suite II
Anti Surge
MemOK!
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
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ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS Fanless Design: Heatsink solution
ASUS EZ DIY
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ASUS USB BIOS Flashback
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
ASUS O.C. Tuner
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 2
ASUS Q-Design
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ASUS Q-Cable
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ASUS Q-Shield
ASUS exclusive
overclocking features
Precision Tweaker 2
vCore: 191-step Vcore voltage control
- iGPU: 128-step iGPU voltage control
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vDRAM Bus: 188-step Memory voltage control
vPCH: 8-step Chipset voltage control
vCPU_PLL: 2-step CPU
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SFS (Stepless Frequency Selection)
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BCLK/PCIE frequency tuning from 80MHz up to 300MHz at
0.1MHz increment
Overclocking Protection
ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall)
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Back Panel I/O
connectors
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI port
1 x DVI-I port
2 x antenna ports (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/g/n and Bluetooth v4.0/3.0+HS)
1 x Optical S/PDIF Out port
2 x eSATA ports
1 x LAN (RJ-45) ports
4 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, 1 supports USB BIOS Flashback)
4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 x USB BIOS Flashback button
1 x Clear CMOS button
6-channel Audio I/O ports
Internal I/O connectors
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB ports
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB ports
2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray)
2 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors (blue)
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector
1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connector
1 x System Panel (Q-Cable)
1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector
1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector
1 x TPU switch
1 x MemOK! button
1 x S/PDIF out header
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x chassis instrusion header
1 x speaker header
Support DVD contents
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
ASUS Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)
Accessories
2 x Wi-Fi ring moving antennas
2 x Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s cables
2 x Serial ATA 3.0Gb/s cables
ASUS Q-Shield
ASUS Q-Cable
User’s manual
Form factor
mini-ITX form factor: 6.7” x 6.7” (17 cm x 17 cm)
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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This motherboard is designed for use with Windows 7® and later versions.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
User Manual
ASUS P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD
User manual
Support DVD
motherboard
2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables
1 bag of screws
1 x ASUS Q-Shield
2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables
2 x Wi-Fi Ring moving antennas
1 x ASUS Q-Cable
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If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may
vary with different models.
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Installation tools and components
1 bag of screws
Philips (cross) screwdriver
PC chassis
Intel LGA 1155 CPU
DIMM
Power supply unit
Intel LGA 1155 compatible CPU Fan
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
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1.1
Special features
Product highlights
1.1.1
LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2nd/3rd Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3
/ Pentium® and Celeron® Processors
This motherboard supports the Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron®
processors in the LGA1155 package, with iGPU, memory, and PCI Express controllers
integrated to support onboard graphics out with dedicated chipsets, 2-channel (2 DIMMs)
DDR3 memory, and 16 PCI Express 3.0/2.0 lanes. This provides great graphics performance.
Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors are among the
most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.
Intel® Z77 Express Chipset
The Intel® Z77 Express Chipset is a single-chipset designed to support the 1155 socket
Intel® 3rd/2nd generation Core™ i7/i5/ i3/Pentium®/Celeron® processors. It provides
improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth
and stability. Additionally, Z77 chipset provides 4 USB 3.0 ports for 10 times faster data
retrieval speed. Moreover, Intel® Z77 Express Chipset can also enable iGPU function, letting
users enjoy the latest Intel® integrated graphic performance.
PCI Express® 3.0
PCI Express® 3.0 (PCIe 3.0) is the latest PCI Express bus standard with improved encoding
schemes that provide twice the performance of the current PCIe 2.0. The total bandwidth
for a x16 link reaches a maximum of 32Gb/s, double the 16Gb/s of PCIe 2.0 (in x16 mode).
PCIe 3.0 provides users with unprecedented data speeds, combined with the convenience
and seamless transition offered by complete backward compatibility with PCIe 1.0 and PCIe
2.0 devices. PCIe 3.0 will become a must-have feature for users who wish to improve and
optimize graphic performance, as well as have the latest technology available to them.
* PCI 3.0 speed is supported by Intel® 3rd generation Core™ processors.
Dual-Channel DDR3 2400 (O.C.) / 2200 (O.C.) / 2133 (O.C.) / 1866 (O.C.) / 1600 /
1333 / 1066 MHz Support
The motherboard supports the dual-channel DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates
of DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz to
boost the system’s performance, and to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of 3D
graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications.
*
Due to Intel® 2nd generation processor’s behavior, DDR3 2200 (and higher), and DDR3 2000/1800 MHz memory
modules run at default rates of DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz.
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Complete USB 3.0 Integration
ASUS facilitates the strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panel – 6 USB
3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to 10 times
faster than USB 2.0. The P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD affords greater convenience to high speed
connectivity.
Intel® Smart Response Technology
SSD Speed with HDD Capacity
Intel® Smart Response Technology boosts overall system performance. It uses an installed
fast SSD (min 18.6GB available capacity required) as a cache for frequently accessed data.
Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the
elimination of unnecessary hard drive spin. This technology combines SSD performance with
hard drive capacity, operating up to 6X faster than a hard drive-only system, and an important
part of Green ASUS eco-friendly computing.
*Intel® Smart Response Technology is supported by 2nd/3rd generation Intel® Core™ processor family on
Windows® 7™ operating systems.
**Operating systems must be installed on the HDD to launch Intel® Smart Response Technology.
***The capacity of the SSD is reserved for caching function.
Intel® Smart Connect Technology
Your computer can receive fresh updates for selected applications, even when the system
is in sleep mode. This means less time waiting for applications to update and sync with the
cloud, leading to a more efficient computing experience.
Intel® Rapid Start Technology
Allows your computer to quickly resume from a lower-power hibernate state in seconds.
Saving system memory to the designed SSD provides your computer a faster wake-up
response time while keeping the energy use low.
1.1.2
Dual Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM
The world’s first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips
- TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). New generation Dual
Intelligent Processors 2 with DIGI+ VRM digital power design launch control into a new
era, empowering users with superior flexibility and perfect precision to ensure optimized
performance, extreme system stability and greater power efficiency.
ASUS DIGI+ VRM
Digital Power Control: Digital power Design for the CPU and iGPU.
All-new digital CPU power controls work perfectly together to match digital power signal
(SVID) requests from the CPU, with ultra-fast sensing and response efficiently delivering
precision power. Accurate delivery reduces waste, and provides more stable CPU Vcore
voltages. Users can adjust CPU and its processor graphics (iGPU) voltages for various
overclocking scnearios, with accurate input through UEFI BIOS tuning or the exclusive ASUS
interface. This proprietary design increases overclocking headroom to push performance to
its full performance.
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TPU
Unleash your performance with ASUS’ simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. The TPU
chip offers precise voltage control and advanced monitoring through Auto Tuning and TurboV
functions. Auto tuning offers a user friendly way to automatically optimize the system for fast,
yet stable clock speeds, while TurboV enables unlimited freedom to adjust CPU frequencies
and ratios for optimized performance in diverse situations.
EPU
Tap into the world’s first real-time PC power saving chip through the AI Suite II utility. Get
total system-wide energy optimization by automatically detecting current PC loadings and
intelligently moderating power consumption. This also reduces fan noise and extends
component longevity.
1.1.3
ASUS Exlusive Features
Wi-Fi Engine
Wi-Fi hotspots can be setup for convenient wireless streaming of content from your desktop
to the big screen. Favorite movies, family videos, or precious photos - everything looks great
in complete clarity, so sharing is easier and more fun.
USB Charger+
With a dedicated onboard controller, quick-charge all your smart devices such as
smartphones, tablets, and more, all up to three times faster, even when the system is
powered off, in sleep, or hibernation mode.
Ai Charger+
ASUS Ai Charger+, the latest Ai Charger* version, brings you to a new level of USB3.0 fast
charging experience. With its easy and user-friendly interface, you can not only easily charge
iPods, iPhones and iPads, but also BC 1.1** standard mobile devices three times*** as fast
as before.
*
Ai Charger is ASUS’ unique fast-charging software which supports iPods, iPhones and
iPads.
** Check your USB mobile device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 standard.
*** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.
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GPU Boost
GPU Boost accelerates the integrated GPU for extreme graphics performance, facilitates
flexible frequency adjustments, and easily delivers stable system-level upgrades for every
use.
USB 3.0 Boost
ASUS USB 3.0 Boost technology supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), the latest
USB 3.0 standard. Witht USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device’s transmission speed is
significantly increased up to 170%, adding to an already impressive USB 3.0 transfer speed.
ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals
without the need for any user interaction.
USB BIOS Flashback
USB BIOS Flashback offers a hassle-free updating solution for your ultimate convenience.
Install a USB storage device containing the BIOS file, press the BIOS Flashback button for
about three seconds, and the UEFI BIOS is automatically updated even without entering
the existing BIOS or operating system. It also allows you to regularly check for UEFI BIOS
updates, and download the latest BIOS automatically.
Network iControl
Network iControl is an intuitive one-step network control center that makes it easier for you to
manage your bandwidth and allows you to set, monitor, and schedule the bandwidth priorities
for your network programs. It allows you to automatically connect to a PPPoE network for a
more convenient online experience.
AI Suite II
With its 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, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with mobile
devices via Wi-Fi. This all-in-one software offers diverse and ease to use functions, with no
need to switch back and forth between different utilities.
MemOK!
Any Memory is A-OK!
MemOK! quickly ensures memory boot compatibility. This remarkable memory rescue tool
requires a mere push of a button to patch memory issues. MemOK! determines fail-safe
settings and dramatically improves your system boot success. Get your system up and
running in no time!
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1.1.4
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
ASUS Fan Xpert
ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows you to adjust the CPU fan and chassis fan speeds
according to different ambient temperatures caused by different climate conditions in different
geographic regions and your PC’s loading. The built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible
controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.
1.1.5
ASUS EZ DIY
ASUS UEFI BIOS (EZ Mode)
Flexible and Easy BIOS Interface
Media-renowned UEFI BIOS offers the first mouse-controlled graphical BIOS designed
with selectable modes and native support for hard drives over 2.2 TB. Users can also drag
and drop boot priorities with the exclusive EZ Mode, while Advanced Mode offers inticrate
settings.
New upgrade! Quick and easy information for enhanced system control
- F12 BIOS snapshot hotkey
- F3 Shortcut for most accessed information
- ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) information detecting faulty DIMMs, and
helping with difficult POST situations.
ASUS Q-Shield
Easy and Comfortable Installations
The specially designed ASUS Q-Shield does without the usual "fingers" — making it
convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your
motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference
(EMI).
ASUS EZ-Flash 2
ASUS EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly utility that allows you to update the BIOS without using a
bootable floppy disk or an OS-based utility.
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1.1.6
Other special features
Intel Wireless Display (WiDi)
Intel® Wireless Display enables wireless streaming of content from your desktop to the
big screen. Favorite movies, family videos, or precious photos - everything looks great in
complete clarity, so sharing is easier and more fun. Plus, it works well for productivity and
business presentations, upscaling your experience in multiple ways.
Intel® Wireless Display functionality requires an external adapter (sold separately).
LucidLogix Virtu MVP
LucidLogix Virtu MVP featuring HyperFormance™ Technology boosts your PCIe graphics
card up to 60% beyond its original performance. Designed for Intel® processor graphics and
Windows® 7 PCs, it perfectly combines the performance of discrete graphic cards with fast
computing iGPU. With the newly designed Virtual Sync, users can enjoy a smoother gaming
experience by eliminating tearing artifacts. LucidLogix Virtu MVP can also dynamically
assigns tasks to available graphics resources, based on power, performance, and system
load. This allows users to fully utilize 3x faster video conversion with Intel® Quick Sync
Video technology while retaining high-end 3D rendering and gaming performance, provided
by both NVIDIA and AMD graphic cards. When the discrete graphic card is not required,
power consumption goes automatically down to near zero, making the system more
environmentally-friendly. For users searching for perfection, LucidLogix Virtu MVP provides
great graphical performance, and the best flexibility and efficiency.
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LucidLogix Virtu MVP supports Windows® operating system.
** Intel® Quick Sync Video feature is supported by 3rd/2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family
DisplayPort 1.1a Support
DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that delivers up to 10.8 Gbps of bandwidth
over standard cables, providing billions of colors and bi-directional communication, thus
enabling the fastest refresh rates, and the highest resolution digital display through a single
cable. Also, it supports HDCP copy protection for Blu-ray discs. Simply output 3D signals
through the connected DisplayPort 1.1a cable to your 3D display, then sit back and enjoy
perfect 3D animation experience.
HDMI Support
Enjoy Full HD 1080p Multimedia Home-Theater Entertainment
High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a set of digital video standards that delivers
mulit-channel audio and uncompressed digital video for full HD 1080p visuals through a
single cable. Supporting HDCP copy protection such as HD DVD and blu-ray discs, HDMI
provides you with the highest quality home theater experience.
DTS UltraPC II
DTS UltraPC II delivers an exceptional 7.1 surround experience through the most popular PC
audio setup — your existing stereo speakers or headphones. In addition to virtual surround,
it upgrades the original sound to new levels with Audio Restoration, recreating the dynamic
range of audio files. Symmetry mode improves the balance of perceived loudness across
different input sources, and enhances boost audio quality through high and low frequency
equalization. With these technologies, users experience better home theater audio with ease.
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DTS Connect
Expand Your PC Audio Experience
To get the most out of your audio entertainment across all formats and quality levels,
DTS Connect combines two technologies, DTS Neo:PC™ upmixes stereo sources (CDs,
MP3s, WMAs, internet radio) into as many as 7.1 channels of incredible surround sound.
Consumers can connect their PC to a home theater system. DTS Interactive is capable of
performing mult-channel encoding of DTS bitstreams on personal computers, and sending
encoded bitstreams out of a digital audio connection (such as S/PDIF or HDMI) designed to
deliver audio to an external decoder.
ErP Ready
The motherboard is European Union’s Energy-related Products (ErP) ready. ErP requires
products to meet certain energy efficiency requirement with regard to energy consumption.
This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and energy-efficient
products through product design and innovation.
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Motherboard overview
Before you proceed
1.2.1
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change
any motherboard settings.
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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.
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Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the
bag that came with the component.
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Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so
may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
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1.2.2
Motherboard layout
2
3
17cm(6.7in)
DIGI
+VRM
CON21
CON3
CON123
USB1-4
CON22
CHA_FAN
4
5
SPDIFO
_HDMI
_DP
ASM
1442
CPU_FAN
TPU
ASM
1042
TPU
18
17
MemOK!
LAN_USB3_E12
Intel
WG82579V
SATA6G_1
SATA6G_2
SATA3G_1
SATA3G_2
USB56
4
ESATA3G12
_USB3
_12
8Mb
BIOS
®
16
15
Intel
Z77
FLBK_LED
USB78
CLRTC
CLR_CMOS_BFLASH
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7
8
SPDIF_OUT
AUDIO
SPEAKER
ALC
898-GR
USB3_34
F_PANEL
SB_PWR
PCIEX16
CHASSIS
AAFP
14
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10
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Refer to 1.2.8 Internal connectors and 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection for more information
about rear panel connectors and internal connectors.
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Layout contents
Connectors/Jumpers/Slots
Page
1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN,4-pin CHA_FAN)
1-30
2. LGA1155 CPU socket
1-11
1-12
1-32
1-25
1-32
1-33
1-24
1-29
1-27
3. DDR3 DIMM slots
4. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V)
5. TPU switch
6. Speaker connector (4- pin SPEAKER)
7. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) )
8. Onboard LED (SB_PWR)
9. Chassis intrusion connector (4-1 pin CHASSIS)
10. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s connectors
(7-pin SATA3G_1/2 [blue])
11. Intel® Z77 Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors
(7-pin SATA6G_1/2 [gray])
1-26
12. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_34)
13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
14. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
1-28
1-33
1-29
15. Clear RTC RAM (3-pin CLRTC)
16. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB56, USB78)
17. DRAM LED
1-34
1-28
1-25
18. MemOK! switch
1-23
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.2.3
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with a surface mount LGA1155 socket designed for the Intel® 3rd/2nd
Generation Core™ i7 / Core™ i5 / Core™ i3, Pentium™ and Celeron™ processors.
P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD CPU socket LGA1155
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Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
The LGA1156 CPU is incompatible with the LGA1155 socket. DO NOT install a
LGA1156 CPU on the LGA1155 socket.
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Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and
the socket contacts are not bent. 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.
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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.
The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP
cap.
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1.2.4
System memory
The motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 3 (DDR3) Dual Inline Memory Modules
(DIMM) slots.
A DDR3 module is notched differently from a DDR or DDR2 module. DO NOT install a DDR
or DDR2 memory module to the DDR3 slot.
P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD 240-pin DDR3 DIMM sockets
Recommended memory configurations
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Memory configurations
You may install 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR3 DIMMs into the
DIMM sockets.
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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.
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Due to Intel® 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above, 2000/1800
MHz memory module will run at DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default.
According to Intel CPU spec, DIMM voltage below 1.65V is recommended to protect
the CPU.
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We recommend that you install the memory modules using the blue slots for better
overclocking capability.
Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we
recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C)
from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules.
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Due to the memory address limitation on 32-bit Windows® OS, when you install 4GB
or more memory on the motherboard, the actual usable memory for the OS can be
about 3GB or less. For effective use of memory, we recommend that you do any of the
following:
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Use a maximum of 3GB system memory if you are using a 32-bit Windows® OS.
Install a 64-bit Windows® OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the
motherboard.
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This motherboard does not support DIMMs made up of 512 megabits (Mb) chips or
less.
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Memory modules with memory frequency higher than 2133 MHz and its corresponding
timing or the loaded X.M.P. Profile is not the JEDEC memory standard. The stability
and compatibility of these memory modules depend on the CPU’s capabilities and
other installed devices.
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The maximum 64GB memory capacity can be supported with 16GB or above DIMMs.
ASUS will update the memory QVL once the DIMMs are available in the market.
The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a
lower frequency than the vendor-marked value. To operate at the vendor-marked
or at a higher frequency, refer to section 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu for manual memory
frequency adjustment.
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For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full
memory load (2 DIMMs) or overclocking condition.
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P8Z77-I DELUXE/WD Motherboard Qualified Vendors Lists (QVL)
DDR3 2400(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support
(Optional)
SS/ Chip Chip
DS Brand NO.
Vendors
Part No.
Size
Timing
Voltage
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
CORSAIR
G.SKILL
G.SKILL
GEIL
CMGTX8(XMP)
8GB(2GB x 4) SS
16GB(4GB x4) DS
4GB(2x 2GB) DS
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10-12-10-27 1.65V
11-11-11-31 1.65V
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F3-19200CL11Q-16GBZHD(XMP)
F3-19200CL9D-4GBPIS(XMP)
GET34GB2400C9DC(XMP)
FLLE88F-C8KKAA HAIS(XMP)
9-11-9-28
9-11-9-27
1.65V
1.65V
2GB
2GB
DS
SS
KINGMAX
10-11-10-30 1.8V
Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK(427652)(XMP)
Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK (381850)(XMP)
Transcend TX2400KLU-4GK(374243)(XMP)
4GB(2 x 2GB) SS
4GB(2x 2GB) SS
4GB(2x 2GB) DS
4GB(2x 2GB) DS
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1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
1.65V
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PVV34G2400C9K(XMP)
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* The 2400MHz memory modules above are supported by this motherboard; however, the actual
frequency support varied depending on the O.C. margin of the installed CPU.
**Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above/2000/1800 MHz memory
module runs ay DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default.
DDR3 2225(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support
SS/ Chip
Chip
NO.
(Optional)
1 DIMM
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Vendors
Part No.
Size
Timing
Voltage
DS
Brand
2 DIMMs
Kingston
KHX2250C9D3T1K2/4GX(XMP)
4GB(2x 2GB)
DS
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1.65V
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* The 2225MHz memory modules above are supported by this motherboard; however, the actual
frequency support varied depending on the O.C. margin of the installed CPU.
**Due to Intel 2nd generation processors' behavior, DDR3 2200 and above/2000/1800 MHz memory
module runs ay DDR3 2133/1866/1600 MHz frequency as default.
DDR3 2200(O.C.) MHz capability
DIMM socket support (Optional)
SS/ Chip
DS Brand NO.
Chip
Vendors Part No.
Size
Timing
8-8-8-24
Voltage
1.65V
1 DIMM
2 DIMMs
G.SKILL
GEIL
F3-17600CL8D-4GBPS(XMP)
4GB(2 x 2GB) DS
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GET34GB2200C9DC(XMP)
GET38GB2200C9ADC(XMP)
2GB
4GB
DS
DS
DS
9-10-9-28
1.65V
1.65V
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GEIL
9-11-9-28
KINGMAX FLKE85F-B8KJAA-FEIS(XMP) 2GB
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